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A Business Strategy Analyst is sought to join an innovative team in Bedford, contributing to the development and alignment of strategic initiatives across the organisation.

The Business Strategy Analyst, Bedford, will be expected to build expertise in the field, learning from peers and senior leaders in business strategy and industry best practices. This may include gathering insights, supporting decision-making processes, and preparing executive-level presentations that influence and drive organisational success.

Responsibilities include:

• Support the development and execution of group strategy by gathering insights and ensuring cross-business alignment.
• Assist in preparing executive-level reports and presentations, translating complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with global teams to deliver strategic projects and initiatives.
• Analyse performance data and provide insights to support commercial decision-making.

The Business Strategy Analyst, Bedford, will have the following key skills:

• Professional, courteous, and punctual with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities; able to simplify complex concepts.
• Highly organised, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and writing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Able to multitask, work under pressure, and meet targets.
• Demonstrates commercial awareness and role-model professionalism.

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We are seeking a strategic Business Strategy and Performance Manager with strong analytical skills to play a key role in advancing our Grassroots Strategy. This role will provide quality strategic support across key Grassroots programmes, while also supporting on performance monitoring and reporting for the division.

Please include a cover letter with your application, clearly outlining your interest in the position and how you meet the criteria.

If shortlisted you will be asked to complete an online video interview and will be informed of this on or around 5th November and will have one week to complete this.

If successful beyond the video interview stage you will be invited to attend an in person interview at Wembley Stadium on the 25th November.

What will you be doing?

Strategy:

• Lead the strategy development of key football programmes, working with the subject matter experts across the Grassroots division, wider FA and County FAs to ensure they are effectively scoped, planned and collaboratively delivered.
• Lead on the implementation plans for new strategies, working with policy leads to ensure they are appropriately embedded within the operational plans for the Grassroots division and that we are driving forward progress on a day-to-day basis.
• Provide thought leadership and check-and-challenge across the Grassroots division to maximise return on investment and deliver against our strategy.

Performance Management:

• Support on all reporting for the Grassroots Division including FA Game Changers, our Grassroots Strategy KPIs and County FA KPIs
• Use insight, analysis and reporting information to deliver presentations to key external and internal stakeholders to keep them updated and inform future direction of programmes.
• Use data to identify any performance issues or risks and work with policy teams to design and implement necessary strategy interventions.

General:

• Support the National Game Board, including programme development, performance reporting and alignment with strategic activities of The FA overall and the Grassroots division specifically.
• Deliver all ad-hoc, emerging project work or support related to the new Grassroots strategy and future strategies
• Develop tools to support and upskill the Grassroots division on programme management, production and performance reporting to continually raise standards
• Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.
• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of strategy development
• Analysing and presenting data in various formats
• Ability to think strategically and provide thought leadership
• Excellent Power Point and visualisation skills
• Managing and aligning key stakeholders

Experience:

• Experience of developing and delivering strategic programmes
• Prior experience working in strategy and/or a management consultancy
• Experience of adopting a hypothesis-led approach to problem solving
• Experience of working within performance reporting including designing new systems & models, building regular reports and presenting them to stakeholders

Technical Skills:

• Strong data analysis, visualisation and reporting skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and independent working, being able to juggle multiple workstreams and prioritise effectively
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence across an organisation
• Strategic programme delivery skills, with experience in scoping, delivering and embedding projects within organisations

Beneficial to have:

Knowledge:

• Degree-level qualification
• Analysing reports using Power BI.

Experience:

• Professional or voluntary experience working in grassroots football, a County FA or grassroots sports more broadly
• Experience of stakeholder engagement on strategic projects or programmes.

Technical Skills:

• Prior experience is developing strategic roadmaps and other strategy communication tools
• Prior expertise in delivering cultural and organisational change initiatives

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.
• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.
• Free private medical cover.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract. )
• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page,

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

• Lead and manage complex consulting projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional client satisfaction.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, competitive intelligence gathering, and industry trend assessments.
• Develop strategic frameworks, business models, and growth plans for clients across diverse sectors.
• Advise C-suite executives and senior leadership teams on strategic decision-making, organizational design, and performance improvement.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops, executive interviews, and cross-functional team collaborations.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contributing to the firm's knowledge base.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
• Stay abreast of emerging business trends, disruptive technologies, and evolving market dynamics.
• Represent the firm as a thought leader in relevant industry forums and publications.

About The Role
As a Senior Sales and Relationship Management Representative, you will play a key role in driving the success of client relationships within Italy and other European countries. You will oversee the entire sales lifecycle, from identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to analysing data and trends, conducting lead prospecting, and managing existing client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention.

Your expertise in effectively presenting the OSTTRA value proposition will be essential, whether introducing new services or reinforcing the benefits of existing ones. You will also negotiate commercial terms with key decision-makers to maximise revenue potential. Collaborating with an experienced sales team and product specialists, you will engage with various departments across OSTTRA to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and foster long-term partnerships.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive Revenue Growth: Execute a strategic sales plan to enhance revenue generation from both existing and new clients, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Market Insight: Analyse the global competitive and regulatory landscape, understanding its implications to inform strategic decisions and client engagements.
• Client-Specific Strategies: Develop and implement tailored account plans that address the unique challenges and opportunities within client segments, fostering deeper relationships and enhanced service delivery.
• Collaborative Strategy Development: Partner with Sales Leadership, Business Line Heads, Product Leads, and Marketing to create and execute strategies that effectively position OSTTRA's products and services, focusing on:
• Expanding client acquisition and segment penetration.
• Increasing the diversity of asset classes and products utilised by clients.
• Enhancing overall and per-client transaction volumes on our platforms.
• Proactive Communication: Utilise the CRM system to initiate and maintain proactive communication across segments, ensuring seamless coordination and driving effective sales efforts.
• Industry Representation: Actively represent OSTTRA at industry conferences, trade shows, and professional associations, showcasing our value proposition and expanding our network.

Person Specification

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated success with the financial community, showcasing a robust track record in lead generation, impactful product presentations, effective commercial negotiations, and exceeding sales targets.
• Financial Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of financial market ecosystems and post-trade processes, enabling you to navigate and address client needs effectively.
• Client Communication Skills: Ability to interpret and respond to client communications thoughtfully, balancing their needs with strategic sales objectives to drive results.
• Solution-Oriented Mindset: Capacity to understand client workflows and requirements, positioning tailored solutions that meet their unique challenges and enhance satisfaction.
• Relationship Building: Strong ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and collaboration for long-term partnerships.
• Team Player with Independence: Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team, demonstrating adaptability and initiative.
• Effective Prioritisation: Skilled in self-prioritising tasks and managing shifting objectives, ensuring focus on high-impact activities.
• Multitasking Ability: Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing responsibilities to both internal and external stakeholders efficiently.
• Organisational and Analytical Skills: Strong organisational capabilities paired with analytical skills, allowing for effective data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills, facilitating clear and persuasive interactions with clients and colleagues alike.
• Languages: Fluent Italian required

Special Job Requirements

• Some travel required

About OSTTRA
Candidates should note that OSTTRA is an independent firm, jointly owned by S&P Global and CME Group. As part of the joint venture, S&P Global provides recruitment services to OSTTRA - however, successful candidates will be interviewed and directly employed by OSTTRA, joining our global team of more than 1,200 post trade experts.
OSTTRA was formed in 2021 through the combination of four businesses that have been at the heart of post trade evolution and innovation for the last 20+ years: MarkitServ, Traiana, TriOptima and Reset. OSTTRA is a joint venture, owned 50/50 by S&P Global and CME Group.

With an outstanding track record of developing and supporting critical market infrastructure, our combined network connects thousands of market participants to streamline end to end workflows - from trade capture at the point of execution, through portfolio optimization, to clearing and settlement.

Joining the OSTTRA team is a unique opportunity to help build a bold new business with an outstanding heritage in financial technology, playing a central role in supporting global financial markets.

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Benefits
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our Benefits Include

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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Initial Washrooms

Sales and Management Graduate Scheme - Telesales

Mitcham

8.30am-4.30pm Mon-Thurs, 8.30am-3.15pm Fri

£ bonus + structured career progression + mobile phone + tablet + company discount scheme

Initial is one of the UK's leading washrooms product and service providers, and medical waste removal and disposal service and is part of the Rentokil Initial Group, a FTSE100, global company voted Indeed's Best Place to Work in the UK 2020. Where there is a public bathroom/washroom/medical facility there's an opportunity for us to provide an amazing service

We are looking for hands-on Graduates who want to be in control of their own future, are target driven and want to be rewarded against their own performance

If you are ready to start your career with a company that will allow you to experience various aspects of our business, train you to become an industry expert and give you the chance to choose the direction you want to take, this is the career opportunity you have been looking for

What the Graduate scheme looks like:

Weeks 1-6: Initial training - you will attend our World Class Sales Academy whilst also shadowing operational and sales staff servicing our customers in a specific geographical area, servicing soap dispensers, air fresheners, sanitary and nappy units and floor mats, as well as medical customers removing hazardous and toxic waste. Your training will be encompassing and you will see all areas of the business.

Weeks 6-52: You will spend your first period in either sales support roles, including Indoor Sales, Customer Relations, Key Accounts Customer Relations and Telesales. You will spend some time in one role however we will give you exposure to as many of these roles as possible giving you a broad understanding of our customers and their needs, whilst also becoming an expert in our products and services. During this time you will also have the opportunity to complete our Intro to Sales Development Programme.

12+ months: This is a big step in the Sales and Management Graduate role. Having industry and business knowledge you will now be in a better position to decide where you want to take your career. You will play a part in any local projects in this time and you will also complete the Leadership Development Programme. During this time you will also have the chance to progress to roles such as:

Field Account Manager - you will be responsible for sales in a certain patch area

Service Team Leader - manage a team of field service colleagues

Indoor Sales/Customer Relations Team Leader - leading a team of indoor sales colleagues

Regional Account Manager - supporting our Key Account Customers

24+ Months: Once you have been with Initial for 24 months you will be well placed to apply for senior positions such as Sales Team Leader, Key Account Manager, Branch Manager and Area Central Support roles.

Requirements

Sounds Good? We're looking for Graduates who:

• Aim to beat any target set and push themselves in and out of work
• Are a determined graduate with a minimum of a 2:2 BSc/BA degree in any subject (Business related, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain or Management disciplines preferred but not necessary)
• Have a full UK Driving licence or be working towards this
• Are hardworking and ambitious
• Are comfortable working in the field
• Want to work with people and provide excellent customer service
• Are motivated and eager to learn
• Want to work hard, be successful and have fun whilst doing so.

Benefits

What we will offer you on top of an exciting and varied career with an organisation who is Management Today's number 1 for Diversity and Inclusion 2020, and is at the forefront of Hygiene innovation;

• Structured career progression and promotion
• Mobile phone and tablet
• RI Rewards (Discounts on 3000+ retailers)
• A stable career in a FTSE100 company

Want to be part of our team of Graduates? Apply NOW and if selected, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch with more information.

Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy here.

Location:
Borehamwood, WD6 1JD

Salary:
£16,000 per annum for an apprentice, depending on experience we would pay up to £25,000 for a graduate.

Contract:
Full time, Permanent

Benefits:
20 days holiday plus bank holidays, Bupa Cash plan with EAP support after 1 month service, 4% Pension contribution (matched by employee), Stock options after 1 years' service, Private Health Insurance after 2 years' service

At Chalkline, we're more than just a Microsoft Solutions Partner - we're a people-first business

Chalkline was founded on a common goal, to provide bespoke enterprise-level business IT support with top-tier customer service.

Since 2016, we've helped businesses embrace their own unique digital transformation through industry expertise, tried and tested processes and genuine relationships.

Are You Passionate About Technology And Sales
Do you want to start a career in IT

As part of our growth, we are looking for our next superstar to join our team to work in a supportive, dynamic environment and be part of our Sales team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, detail orientated person who wants to be part of an innovative tech company

You will be an integral part of the sales team which provides excellent solutions and services to our clients. The role is a full-time office-based role. #

With all necessary training provided, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting sales team with administrative tasks
• Carrying out constant communication with our clients & colleagues
• Developing and maintaining customer relationships
• Supporting on quoting for & handling procurement of hardware
• Supporting in assessing and qualifying sales leads
• Being involved in closing sales, including negotiation, objection handling, and processing the sale/renewal
• Learning IT projects processes, collaborating with the technical team to ensure client satisfaction
• Understanding and explaining the technical portfolio and IT technical systems sold within the organisation and use current hardware and operating systems available
• Staying updated on industry trends and product knowledge

In order to be successful in this role you should have:

• Accuracy, with great attention to detail
• Excellent written and spoken English
• A positive can-do attitude
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to work autonomously as well as working as part of a team
• Effective time management with the ability to multi-task
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Why Join Chalkline

• Work with the latest Microsoft technologies
• Gain industry-recognised certifications
• Be part of a friendly, supportive team that values quality and professionalism
• Receive continuous learning and development opportunities
• Make a real impact in a growing business

Plus free parking, training programmes and much more

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then click on
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