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Senior Principal Business Strategy

London, London Discover

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**Discover. A brighter future.**
With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
**Job Description:**
**What You'll Do**
Responsible for providing and coordinating support to leadership on strategic business initiatives including planning, prioritization, and project execution. Also, responsible for identifying and defining growth strategies for the international business as well as coordinating the rollout of those strategies.
Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.
**How You'll Do It**
+ Lead or assist with the development and execution of strategies to drive acceptance, payment volume, and incremental revenue for the International Markets team. Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to identify and scale business development opportunities. Analyze and document business cases, including market needs, strategic rationale, go-to-market approach, commercialization, and scaling solutions.
+ Manage the initial implementation of strategies across the business, sharing best practices, monitoring roll out and providing analysis.
+ Prepare high quality, data driven strategy presentations, present to senior management and gain approvals and consensus
+ Manage and interpret data on business performance and competitor benchmarking to identify opportunities. Develop dashboards to monitor effectiveness
+ Provides logistical support and leadership for many of the activities intended to set strategic direction and maintain alignment within the business. Participates in business unit scorecard and process reviews.
+ Provides overall direction and support to the leadership team in defining, prioritizing, pursuing, and monitoring major initiatives.
+ Manages and interprets data on business performance. Monitors and optimizes business performance.
+ Manages budget and expense planning.
**Qualifications You'll Need**
**The Basics**
+ Bachelors Business Administration and Management, Finance, Marketing, Communications, or related
+ Finance, Marketing, Operations or general business management, or related
**In Lieu of Education Experience**
+ Finance, Marketing, Operations or general business management, or related
**Physical and Cognitive Requirements**
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:
+ Primarily remain in a stationary position.
+ No required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
+ Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
+ Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
+ Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.
**Bonus Points If You Have**
+ Masters Business Administration and Management, Finance, Marketing, Communications or related
+ Business strategy management consulting
+ Detailed knowledge and experience of the payments industry
**Application Deadline:**
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jul-01-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover, a division of Capital One, N.A., is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights) ( complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.
Positions marked as remote eligible are limited to remote locations within the country in which the position is based.
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
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Business Operations Strategy & Planning Specialist

Gaydon, West Midlands Futura Design

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Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Business Operations Strategy & Planning Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £21.75 per hour.

To work within our client's Engineering Central Business Office as part of a small team responsible for budget control and management for one of the Engineering Technical Centres.

The specific responsibilities of this role are related to all aspects of resource management and associated budget control for all resource types engaged across the Technical Centre.

Skills required:

  • Must be proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel and familiar with other enterprise solutions such as SAP or similar.
  • An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with, transparent and dependable.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • A high personal workload Communication – Must be able to engage within the Cross-Functional Teams and key Stakeholders at all levels in the business.

Experience required:

  • Work in a structured, organised and professional manner ensuring all administration duties are performed to the highest level, meeting strict process requirements.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and as part of an effective team.
  • Ability to multitask and ensure highest standards of attention and accuracy to detail.
  • Business systems.
  • Problem solving.
  • Constantly looking to improve / streamline working processes.
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Business Operations Strategy & Planning Specialist

Gaydon, West Midlands Futura Design

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Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Business Operations Strategy & Planning Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £21.75 per hour.

To work within our client's Engineering Central Business Office as part of a small team responsible for budget control and management for one of the Engineering Technical Centres.

The specific responsibilities of this role are related to all aspects of resource management and associated budget control for all resource types engaged across the Technical Centre.

Skills required:

  • Must be proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel and familiar with other enterprise solutions such as SAP or similar.
  • An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with, transparent and dependable.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • A high personal workload Communication – Must be able to engage within the Cross-Functional Teams and key Stakeholders at all levels in the business.

Experience required:

  • Work in a structured, organised and professional manner ensuring all administration duties are performed to the highest level, meeting strict process requirements.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and as part of an effective team.
  • Ability to multitask and ensure highest standards of attention and accuracy to detail.
  • Business systems.
  • Problem solving.
  • Constantly looking to improve / streamline working processes.
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Change Management Operational Readiness Manager

Cheshire, North West Pontoon

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Change Management Operational Readiness Manager

12 Month Contract (Initial)

Chester

Hybrid Working

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Change Management Operational Readiness Manager to join them for an initial 12-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension.

Overview of the Role:

To act as the main point of contact for EMEA based Clients for settlement related queries within the company across product, market, entity, trade status. You must be on hand to offer premium Client service and deal with all Client queries and manage the relationships between our clients and internal departments. Up to date market knowledge on key initiatives and developments within the clearing and settlement space are essential. Directly interacting with Clients on a daily basis, you will be the main point of contact for clients on all operational issues and will act as Client advocate within the company to ensure all clients' needs are met.

Responsibilities for the Role:

  • Resolution and escalation of matched and unmatched trades for EMEA Clients settling in the European markets
  • Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades
  • Client Fails Reporting
  • Buy in avoidance
  • Liaising with other internal departments to ensure timely resolution of Client fails
  • Involvement in ad hoc projects for new processes or industry initiatives
  • Breaks investigation and resolution

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Presentable, confident and client focused. Client facing experience or ability to conduct discussions with Clients in a confident manner
  • Excellent communications skills and ability to present to an audience
  • Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
  • Ability to liaise with all levels of the firm and people with different experiences and backgrounds
  • Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. Candidate will be able to manage own time and know when to escalate
  • Previous experience within a client service team with particular focus on DMA and OTC settlement
  • Knowledge of Operational Risk, Client Money Protection and Funding
  • Risk assessments
  • Process improvements
  • Process mapping
  • Experience with Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Visio

Location:

This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Chester office 3 days a week.

Working hours:

Standard working hours with some flex where required.

If you feel that this is a role that would suit you then please apply today.

If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Pontoon Solutions are an equal opportunities company

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Change Management Operational Readiness Manager

CH1 Newtown, North West Pontoon

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Change Management Operational Readiness Manager

12 Month Contract (Initial)

Chester

Hybrid Working

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Change Management Operational Readiness Manager to join them for an initial 12-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension.

Overview of the Role:

To act as the main point of contact for EMEA based Clients for settlement related queries within the company across product, market, entity, trade status. You must be on hand to offer premium Client service and deal with all Client queries and manage the relationships between our clients and internal departments. Up to date market knowledge on key initiatives and developments within the clearing and settlement space are essential. Directly interacting with Clients on a daily basis, you will be the main point of contact for clients on all operational issues and will act as Client advocate within the company to ensure all clients' needs are met.

Responsibilities for the Role:

  • Resolution and escalation of matched and unmatched trades for EMEA Clients settling in the European markets
  • Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades
  • Client Fails Reporting
  • Buy in avoidance
  • Liaising with other internal departments to ensure timely resolution of Client fails
  • Involvement in ad hoc projects for new processes or industry initiatives
  • Breaks investigation and resolution

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Presentable, confident and client focused. Client facing experience or ability to conduct discussions with Clients in a confident manner
  • Excellent communications skills and ability to present to an audience
  • Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
  • Ability to liaise with all levels of the firm and people with different experiences and backgrounds
  • Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. Candidate will be able to manage own time and know when to escalate
  • Previous experience within a client service team with particular focus on DMA and OTC settlement
  • Knowledge of Operational Risk, Client Money Protection and Funding
  • Risk assessments
  • Process improvements
  • Process mapping
  • Experience with Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Visio

Location:

This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Chester office 3 days a week.

Working hours:

Standard working hours with some flex where required.

If you feel that this is a role that would suit you then please apply today.

If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Pontoon Solutions are an equal opportunities company

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Sr Manager, Project Management

Cambridge, Eastern ThermoFisher Scientific

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**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
**Sr Program Manager PMO (B8)**
**Job Description**
When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do meaningful work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.
**The Senior Program Manager** will lead the planning and execution of the assigned programs and ensure successful program delivery. The role will be responsible for leading the program activities and supervising critical project achievements. The role is critical in ensuring smooth execution and standard methods across a range of different projects. The role will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders from various Global Functions and external parties, ensuring a standardized and coordinated approach.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Leads cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to achieve desired outcomes
+ Influences key partners to achieve results on time and within plan, develop relationships within the company and external partners to complete program deliverables
+ Facilitates breakthrough thinking by integrating diverse views while participating in targeted content deep dive sessions to enable problem solving
+ Collaborates with project stakeholders and sponsors on reporting cadences to drive to a single source of truth for the savings pipeline and inflation
+ Prepare and maintain project plans and define results
+ Employ the fit for purpose methodology for each project
+ Resolve complex issues and lead critical path processes as it relates to project delivery.
+ Identify and manage risks, issues, actions, and decisions - own the escalate process in case if critical issues and drive to find mitigation strategies.
+ Documenting and communicating the status and results of the projects.
+ Gathering project information and ensure clear communication of the outcome of the meeting (risks, issues, actions, and decisions)
+ Lead regular reporting cadence and ad-hoc reports - including leadership reports & presentations
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree required, preferably business related
+ 8+ years of experience in leading complex, global programs and project initiatives
+ Project Management/Sigma/Kaizen certification highly desirable
+ GBS experience is preferred
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
+ Robust project management skills and capabilities (planning tools, defining deliverables, business case and baseline development)
+ Demonstrated experience in successfully leading complex, multidimensional projects
+ Ability to work independently, within a team, and collaboratively across teams
+ Capable of prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
+ Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
+ Excellent senior stakeholder management skills
+ Consistent track record of following through on commitments
+ Good planning, organizational, and time management skills
+ Team Player, able to work effectively with others
+ Ability to deal with highly sensitive information in line with confidentiality expectations
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us ( . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Apply today! Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility/Disability Access
Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Sr Manager, Project Management

Paisley, Scotland ThermoFisher Scientific

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**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
**Sr Program Manager PMO (B8)**
**Job Description**
When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do meaningful work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.
**The Senior Program Manager** will lead the planning and execution of the assigned programs and ensure successful program delivery. The role will be responsible for leading the program activities and supervising critical project achievements. The role is critical in ensuring smooth execution and standard methods across a range of different projects. The role will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders from various Global Functions and external parties, ensuring a standardized and coordinated approach.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Leads cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to achieve desired outcomes
+ Influences key partners to achieve results on time and within plan, develop relationships within the company and external partners to complete program deliverables
+ Facilitates breakthrough thinking by integrating diverse views while participating in targeted content deep dive sessions to enable problem solving
+ Collaborates with project stakeholders and sponsors on reporting cadences to drive to a single source of truth for the savings pipeline and inflation
+ Prepare and maintain project plans and define results
+ Employ the fit for purpose methodology for each project
+ Resolve complex issues and lead critical path processes as it relates to project delivery.
+ Identify and manage risks, issues, actions, and decisions - own the escalate process in case if critical issues and drive to find mitigation strategies.
+ Documenting and communicating the status and results of the projects.
+ Gathering project information and ensure clear communication of the outcome of the meeting (risks, issues, actions, and decisions)
+ Lead regular reporting cadence and ad-hoc reports - including leadership reports & presentations
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree required, preferably business related
+ 8+ years of experience in leading complex, global programs and project initiatives
+ Project Management/Sigma/Kaizen certification highly desirable
+ GBS experience is preferred
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
+ Robust project management skills and capabilities (planning tools, defining deliverables, business case and baseline development)
+ Demonstrated experience in successfully leading complex, multidimensional projects
+ Ability to work independently, within a team, and collaboratively across teams
+ Capable of prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
+ Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
+ Excellent senior stakeholder management skills
+ Consistent track record of following through on commitments
+ Good planning, organizational, and time management skills
+ Team Player, able to work effectively with others
+ Ability to deal with highly sensitive information in line with confidentiality expectations
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us ( . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Apply today! Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility/Disability Access
Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Sr Manager, Project Management

London, London ThermoFisher Scientific

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**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
**Sr Program Manager PMO (B8)**
**Job Description**
When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do meaningful work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.
**The Senior Program Manager** will lead the planning and execution of the assigned programs and ensure successful program delivery. The role will be responsible for leading the program activities and supervising critical project achievements. The role is critical in ensuring smooth execution and standard methods across a range of different projects. The role will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders from various Global Functions and external parties, ensuring a standardized and coordinated approach.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Leads cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to achieve desired outcomes
+ Influences key partners to achieve results on time and within plan, develop relationships within the company and external partners to complete program deliverables
+ Facilitates breakthrough thinking by integrating diverse views while participating in targeted content deep dive sessions to enable problem solving
+ Collaborates with project stakeholders and sponsors on reporting cadences to drive to a single source of truth for the savings pipeline and inflation
+ Prepare and maintain project plans and define results
+ Employ the fit for purpose methodology for each project
+ Resolve complex issues and lead critical path processes as it relates to project delivery.
+ Identify and manage risks, issues, actions, and decisions - own the escalate process in case if critical issues and drive to find mitigation strategies.
+ Documenting and communicating the status and results of the projects.
+ Gathering project information and ensure clear communication of the outcome of the meeting (risks, issues, actions, and decisions)
+ Lead regular reporting cadence and ad-hoc reports - including leadership reports & presentations
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree required, preferably business related
+ 8+ years of experience in leading complex, global programs and project initiatives
+ Project Management/Sigma/Kaizen certification highly desirable
+ GBS experience is preferred
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
+ Robust project management skills and capabilities (planning tools, defining deliverables, business case and baseline development)
+ Demonstrated experience in successfully leading complex, multidimensional projects
+ Ability to work independently, within a team, and collaboratively across teams
+ Capable of prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
+ Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
+ Excellent senior stakeholder management skills
+ Consistent track record of following through on commitments
+ Good planning, organizational, and time management skills
+ Team Player, able to work effectively with others
+ Ability to deal with highly sensitive information in line with confidentiality expectations
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us ( . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Apply today! Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility/Disability Access
Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Manager-Tech Project Management

West Sussex, South East American Express

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**Description**
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we're supporting our customers' financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly redefining what's possible - and we're proud to back each other every step of the way. When you join #TeamAmex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day. We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite or in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days).
**How will you make an impact in this role?**
We are building an energetic, high-performance team with a nimble and creative mindset to drive our technology and products. American Express (AXP) is a powerful brand, a great place to work and has unparalleled scale. Join us for an exciting opportunity in the Enterprise Storage Technology within American Express Technology. In this role you will leverage your technical understanding to support executional certainty for our engineering teams. Additionally, you will ensure visibility of outstanding issues, risks, and delivery status. You will identify, support, and/or action next steps to resolve impediments to delivery.
Job Responsibilities:
+ Manages the planning, coordination, and execution of technology-focused projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and project goals
+ Leads Agile release trains, coordinating with product owners, scrum masters, and development teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of project milestones
+ Leads Program Increment (PI) planning meetings with senior leadership, product management, and delivery teams to ensure strategic alignment and readiness
+ Mentors Agile Release Train (ART) meetings to ensure the preparation, readiness, and prioritization of features for future PI planning sessions
+ Develops risk management plans, conducts regular risk assessments, and implements mitigation strategies to ensure smooth Agile Release Train (ART) execution
+ Analyzes and interprets relevant portfolio, Release Train, and team-level metrics to provide strategic insights into delivery and execution
+ Facilitates Inspect & Adapt sessions and other retrospective meetings to promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the teams
+ Oversees the process of maintaining project documentations including requirements, specifications, and progress reports ensuring they are updated in Project Management tools
+ Develops risk management plans, conducts regular risk assessments, and implements mitigation strategies
+ Tracks relevant Objectives and Key Results/Key Performance Indicator (OKR/KPIs) to measure and report on project performance
+ Facilitates communication among stakeholders, including project sponsors, team of colleagues, and external partners, to ensure effective information flow
+ May or may not manage resource allocation, ensuring optimal utilization of resources across multiple projects and balancing workload among a team of colleagues
+ May or may not manage and lead a team of technology delivery colleagues, providing leadership, guidance, and coaching to support continuous learning, growth opportunities, inclusivity, and the development of best practices
+ May or may not recruit colleagues with relevant experience, and develops, rewards, and energizes an effective team
+ Collaborates and co-creates effectively with teams in product and the business to align technology initiatives with business objectives
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering), and/or comparable experience; advanced degree preferred
+ Knowledge of Agile/SAFe/Lean methodologies
+ Knowledge of technical challenges and systems design, with the ability to facilitate technical discussions and drive solutions
+ Knowledge of the full life cycle of product development, from concept to delivery, including Test Driven Development
+ Experience in program delivery or project management, preferably within a technology-focused environment
+ Experience in leading project teams, with a track record of successful project delivery
+ Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating cross-functional teams
+ Experience in project management software tools and techniques, such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms
+ Experience in writing technical documentation Proven track record in managing large, complex products with multiple partners
+ High attention to organization and detail in a deadline-driven work environment
+ Self-starter with thought leadership and prioritization skills in a complex environment
+ Exceptional communication and presentation skills, and able to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
+ Ability to drive consensus and tangible outcomes, fostering cross-team communication
+ Strong personal presence, active listening, summarization, and lateral thinking skills
+ Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills
+ Outstanding problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities; capable of leading technology and culture change
+ Deep understanding of the full lifecycle of product development, including Test Driven Development (TDD) and MLOps concepts
+ Certification in SPC (SAFe Program Consultant), SA (SAFe Agilist), PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner), or PMP (Project Management Professional) is a plus
**Qualifications**
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
**Job:** Technology
**Primary Location:** United Kingdom-West Sussex-Burgess Hill
**Schedule** Full-time
**Req ID:** 25012228
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Manager

Lolworth, Eastern £35000 - £40000 Annually ElMexicana DC Limited

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permanent

Manager | Cambridge Motorway Services A14 | Full Time | Working hours are 45 hours per week (usually over 5 shifts including weekends) | £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Our client aims to become the leader of over-the-counter Mexican food in the UK, building a brand synonymous with authentic Mexican cuisine nationwide.

They are currently seeking a Manager for their quick service restaurant located at Cambridge Motorway Services on the A14M. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role in a fast-paced but enjoyable environment. The successful candidate will manage a small team, typically overseeing 2 to 3 team members per shift. Leading by example, you will work alongside your team assembling orders and serving customers at the counter.

Please note- You must have your own vehicle and hold a valid UK driving licence, as there is no public transport available to the workplace, and reliable travel to and from the site is essential

Are you the right person for the job?

  • Proven experience in team management within the fast food or hospitality industry
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a diverse team
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in food preparation
  • Experience in culinary arts or related fields is advantageous
  • Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required

What will your role look like?

  • Manage all aspects of the fast food establishment, ensuring efficient operations
  • Lead, train, and motivate team members to deliver excellent customer service
  • Oversee food preparation processes to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Implement effective inventory management practices to minimise waste and control costs
  • Handle customer complaints and feedback professionally to enhance satisfaction
  • Develop staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours
  • Conduct regular training sessions on food safety, culinary skills, and hospitality best practices

What can you expect in return?

  • Career advancement prospects with a well-known national chain
  • Full training provided to support your success in a fast-paced, fun, customer-facing environment
  • An opportunity to increase earnings by participating in the company’s profit-related managers' bonus scheme will be offered, following a successful probation period

Please provide a letter explaining why you would be the perfect manager for our fast food restaurant, along with your CV.

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