Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our Testing Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to four people. It is based at our Swansea office, with some possible travel to our other UK offices. As a test analyst you will be working alongside the existing test analysts, developers, managers and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high quality software.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain suites of test scripts.
Execute manual test plans, record results and raise defects as appropriate.
Carry out functional, regression and exploratory testing.
Review software specifications, documentation and release notes.
Work as part of an Agile Team, completing tasks in sprints.
Work closely with the software development team to ensure test defects are resolved.
Communicate with the project manager and stake holders on priorities, progress and software quality.
Contribute to and follow test strategies, plans, processes and standards.
Continuously seek to and implement improvements to the QA process.
Confident, clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people as and when required.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/Test_Analyst.267796.html
Apr 12, 2019
Full time
Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our Testing Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to four people. It is based at our Swansea office, with some possible travel to our other UK offices. As a test analyst you will be working alongside the existing test analysts, developers, managers and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high quality software.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain suites of test scripts.
Execute manual test plans, record results and raise defects as appropriate.
Carry out functional, regression and exploratory testing.
Review software specifications, documentation and release notes.
Work as part of an Agile Team, completing tasks in sprints.
Work closely with the software development team to ensure test defects are resolved.
Communicate with the project manager and stake holders on priorities, progress and software quality.
Contribute to and follow test strategies, plans, processes and standards.
Continuously seek to and implement improvements to the QA process.
Confident, clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people as and when required.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/Test_Analyst.267796.html
Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our very busy ERP Development Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to 18 people and is based at our Swansea office, with some possible travel to our other UK offices.
The development team is split into 3 sub-teams. Finance; Rent Accounting/Waiting Lists and Repairs/Housing General.
As a Windows forms software developer you will be working alongside the existing developers, test analysts, managers and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high quality software.
Role Responsibilities
To write software code in the specified language which fulfils the requirements of the program specification.
To write software code to the current Aareon UK Ltd standards as defined in the programming standards documentation.
To test software to ensure that the program meets the programming standards and fulfils the function requirements.
To provide 3rd line support to the helpdesk.
To report to the relevant team leader/development manager on matters concerning the functionality of the required program.
To attend development progress meetings.
To ensure that all software errors and enhancements are recorded in the defined manner.
To confirm to Aareon UK Ltd conventions of file compilation and storage as defined in the development standards documentation.
To attend technical meetings where required.
To comply with the quality standards at all times.
To contribute ideas, through your reporting structure, to improve the product or the efficiency of working practices.
To maintain a high level of professionalism and customer satisfaction in all contacts with customers.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/Software_Developer.268132.html
Apr 12, 2019
Full time
Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our very busy ERP Development Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to 18 people and is based at our Swansea office, with some possible travel to our other UK offices.
The development team is split into 3 sub-teams. Finance; Rent Accounting/Waiting Lists and Repairs/Housing General.
As a Windows forms software developer you will be working alongside the existing developers, test analysts, managers and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high quality software.
Role Responsibilities
To write software code in the specified language which fulfils the requirements of the program specification.
To write software code to the current Aareon UK Ltd standards as defined in the programming standards documentation.
To test software to ensure that the program meets the programming standards and fulfils the function requirements.
To provide 3rd line support to the helpdesk.
To report to the relevant team leader/development manager on matters concerning the functionality of the required program.
To attend development progress meetings.
To ensure that all software errors and enhancements are recorded in the defined manner.
To confirm to Aareon UK Ltd conventions of file compilation and storage as defined in the development standards documentation.
To attend technical meetings where required.
To comply with the quality standards at all times.
To contribute ideas, through your reporting structure, to improve the product or the efficiency of working practices.
To maintain a high level of professionalism and customer satisfaction in all contacts with customers.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/Software_Developer.268132.html
Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our Technical Services Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to 4-people and is based at our Swansea office, with some occasional travel to our other UK and German HQ offices. You will be responsible for ensuring our staff are technically working and supported to perform their roles from an I.T. perspective.
There is considerable staff contact required for this role and often pressure to work as fast as possible to deal with problems and achieve immediate results in all situations - either to ensure minimum system downtime or to enable staff to get working again.
You may have to lift and carry equipment and stretch to access items in awkward places. The dress code is casual, reflecting the sometimes physical nature of the work, but you are typically expected to maintain a reasonable standard of smartness.
Role Responsibilities
Rapidly establish a good working relationship with staff and other professionals, such as software and hardware providers.
Install and configure computer hardware operating systems & applications and test and evaluate new technology.
Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks.
Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults. Respond within agreed SLA.
Prioritise and manage many open cases at one time.
Work continuously on a task until completion.
Talk staff through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the phone, to help set up systems or resolve issues.
Set up new users' accounts and profiles and deal with password issues.
Provide support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/IT_Technical_Support.268125.html
Apr 12, 2019
Full time
Aareon UK are searching for an additional team member for our Technical Services Team. This is a newly created role and takes our team to 4-people and is based at our Swansea office, with some occasional travel to our other UK and German HQ offices. You will be responsible for ensuring our staff are technically working and supported to perform their roles from an I.T. perspective.
There is considerable staff contact required for this role and often pressure to work as fast as possible to deal with problems and achieve immediate results in all situations - either to ensure minimum system downtime or to enable staff to get working again.
You may have to lift and carry equipment and stretch to access items in awkward places. The dress code is casual, reflecting the sometimes physical nature of the work, but you are typically expected to maintain a reasonable standard of smartness.
Role Responsibilities
Rapidly establish a good working relationship with staff and other professionals, such as software and hardware providers.
Install and configure computer hardware operating systems & applications and test and evaluate new technology.
Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks.
Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults. Respond within agreed SLA.
Prioritise and manage many open cases at one time.
Work continuously on a task until completion.
Talk staff through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the phone, to help set up systems or resolve issues.
Set up new users' accounts and profiles and deal with password issues.
Provide support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports.
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/IT_Technical_Support.268125.html
Aareon UK are searching for an new team member for our Human Resources Department. This is a newly created role and takes the team to 2-people. The role is based at our Southampton office, with some potential travel to our other UK and International subsidiary offices.
You will be responsible for assisting the HR Manager with, staff administration and requests, recruitment, development, benefits and engagement initiatives. You will also be involved in HR projects as required by the business.
There is considerable staff contact required for this role and often pressures to work to tight deadlines. Forming relationships with the various stakeholders is key and part of the role will be to assist managers with guidance as and when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update employee records internally and on group HR systems
Assist HR Manager and Hiring Managers with recruitment and selection process
Deal with employee requests regarding HR issues, rules and regulations
Lead on-boarding, new starter set-up and leaver exits
Assist HR Manager with Health and Safety requirements and employee wellbeing
Co-ordinate Employee benefits offering
Assist HR Manager with skills and development training requirements
Facilitate employee communications through different platforms to assist with building engagement throughout the organisation
Manage individual HR projects as directed by the HR Manager
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/HR_Assistant.268118.html
Apr 12, 2019
Full time
Aareon UK are searching for an new team member for our Human Resources Department. This is a newly created role and takes the team to 2-people. The role is based at our Southampton office, with some potential travel to our other UK and International subsidiary offices.
You will be responsible for assisting the HR Manager with, staff administration and requests, recruitment, development, benefits and engagement initiatives. You will also be involved in HR projects as required by the business.
There is considerable staff contact required for this role and often pressures to work to tight deadlines. Forming relationships with the various stakeholders is key and part of the role will be to assist managers with guidance as and when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update employee records internally and on group HR systems
Assist HR Manager and Hiring Managers with recruitment and selection process
Deal with employee requests regarding HR issues, rules and regulations
Lead on-boarding, new starter set-up and leaver exits
Assist HR Manager with Health and Safety requirements and employee wellbeing
Co-ordinate Employee benefits offering
Assist HR Manager with skills and development training requirements
Facilitate employee communications through different platforms to assist with building engagement throughout the organisation
Manage individual HR projects as directed by the HR Manager
For full information, please download the Recruitment Pack on our website link below, in which you will be able to apply for this position if you wish. Please complete the form on our website;
https://www.aareon.co.uk/Vacancies/HR_Assistant.268118.html
Support Worker
Bristol Foyer
£21,401 rising to £23,653 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)
We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Young People's Service based at Bristol Foyer.
We are committed to offering short term housing and support to young people aged 16-24 years old who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Our role is to help young people settle from often chaotic lifestyles, start doing something productive towards employment, education or training, teach them the basic life skills required to live independently and help them resolve some of the issues that brought them into supported housing in the first place.
We are looking for someone who is robust and able to work with this often chaotic client group to help them address the issues in their lives and move forward onto independence.
You will be part of a well-established team who work with young people resident in Bristol. You would be expected to deal with any issues the young people may have and signpost them to the appropriate course of action. Knowledge of benefits and welfare reform is essential.
You will need to have a good understanding of young people’s needs, safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues.
The most important part of this role is to have pride in your work and have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and the confidence to support a diverse range of people. You will be able to balance your passion and commitment with good organisational skills, and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.
In return, we provide a generous entitlement to paid holiday increasing with length of service, a pension scheme, a healthcare cash back plan, and great opportunities and support to develop your career.
This role is being offered on a full-time basis, working 40 hours per week on a rolling rota, to include weekend working. Bandwidth hours will be 7.00am to 10pm.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
For further information about this role, please view our job information pack.
A DBS check is required.
Ref: NTXHM409073
Apr 12, 2019
Full time
Support Worker
Bristol Foyer
£21,401 rising to £23,653 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)
We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Young People's Service based at Bristol Foyer.
We are committed to offering short term housing and support to young people aged 16-24 years old who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Our role is to help young people settle from often chaotic lifestyles, start doing something productive towards employment, education or training, teach them the basic life skills required to live independently and help them resolve some of the issues that brought them into supported housing in the first place.
We are looking for someone who is robust and able to work with this often chaotic client group to help them address the issues in their lives and move forward onto independence.
You will be part of a well-established team who work with young people resident in Bristol. You would be expected to deal with any issues the young people may have and signpost them to the appropriate course of action. Knowledge of benefits and welfare reform is essential.
You will need to have a good understanding of young people’s needs, safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues.
The most important part of this role is to have pride in your work and have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and the confidence to support a diverse range of people. You will be able to balance your passion and commitment with good organisational skills, and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.
In return, we provide a generous entitlement to paid holiday increasing with length of service, a pension scheme, a healthcare cash back plan, and great opportunities and support to develop your career.
This role is being offered on a full-time basis, working 40 hours per week on a rolling rota, to include weekend working. Bandwidth hours will be 7.00am to 10pm.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to the post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
For further information about this role, please view our job information pack.
A DBS check is required.
Ref: NTXHM409073
Passionate about data and numbers? Seeking a role within an organisation that understands the importance of robust business performance data reporting in informing decision making and measuring our success against our ambitious corporate plans?
If so, we’re recruiting a Performance Information Officer to join our Quality & Customer Experience department; a key role tasked with producing accurate and reliable daily, weekly and monthly operational business reports which provide insight on outputs and trends relating to the quality and reliability of our service delivery to colleagues across our organisation. Using your keen eye for detail you’ll collate, analyse, interpret and benchmark all feedback about our organisation’s service; using this information to provide evidence of our contractual, regulatory and KPI compliance.
Importantly, as we work to continuously improve our services, you’ll work with operational colleagues to agree, develop and track service improvement activities in response to performance information – ensuring that the data and information you provide is contributing to us “Making what Matters Brilliant”.
Who are Midland Heart? We’re a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we’re here to develop your potential.
Our ideal candidate? You’ll come equipped with strong experience of collating and analysing statistical information, as well as experience of preparing written reports in a variety of formats, which are tailored to the needs of your audience. A keen eye for detail is essential and you’ll demonstrate a talent for analysing and interpreting raw data from a variety of sources – identifying trends, anomalies and errors that may significantly impact the reliability of our reporting and service delivery.
Interested? Applying is easy – simply register on our candidate portal and submit a CV and cover letter, which together convince us that you have the skills, experience and knowledge to make a success of this role and your future career with Midland Heart.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on Sunday 28th April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CVs and should one be submitted, we will assume the candidate is our own.
Apr 10, 2019
Full time
Passionate about data and numbers? Seeking a role within an organisation that understands the importance of robust business performance data reporting in informing decision making and measuring our success against our ambitious corporate plans?
If so, we’re recruiting a Performance Information Officer to join our Quality & Customer Experience department; a key role tasked with producing accurate and reliable daily, weekly and monthly operational business reports which provide insight on outputs and trends relating to the quality and reliability of our service delivery to colleagues across our organisation. Using your keen eye for detail you’ll collate, analyse, interpret and benchmark all feedback about our organisation’s service; using this information to provide evidence of our contractual, regulatory and KPI compliance.
Importantly, as we work to continuously improve our services, you’ll work with operational colleagues to agree, develop and track service improvement activities in response to performance information – ensuring that the data and information you provide is contributing to us “Making what Matters Brilliant”.
Who are Midland Heart? We’re a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we’re here to develop your potential.
Our ideal candidate? You’ll come equipped with strong experience of collating and analysing statistical information, as well as experience of preparing written reports in a variety of formats, which are tailored to the needs of your audience. A keen eye for detail is essential and you’ll demonstrate a talent for analysing and interpreting raw data from a variety of sources – identifying trends, anomalies and errors that may significantly impact the reliability of our reporting and service delivery.
Interested? Applying is easy – simply register on our candidate portal and submit a CV and cover letter, which together convince us that you have the skills, experience and knowledge to make a success of this role and your future career with Midland Heart.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on Sunday 28th April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CVs and should one be submitted, we will assume the candidate is our own.
We’re seeking a Contract Delivery Surveyor to support the effective management of our contracted maintenance services - ensuring a brilliant service delivery which is timely, cost effective, customer focused and safe.
You’ll work with our contractor partners to ensure that completed works comply with current regulatory/legislative requirements and that key performance targets are achieved for respective contracts. You’ll also undertake key building surveys across our portfolio including condition validation of programmed works and Energy Performance surveys. Importantly, you’ll work as part of the wider Midland Heart team to guarantee that our customers are provided with a seamless and high level of customer care in every aspect of the service delivered.
Our ideal candidates? You’ll hold a recognised building or supervisory site management related qualification, HNC/HND or equivalent level of expertise demonstrated through significant work experience. We’re seeking technically strong individuals with the knowledge of quality standards, building regulations and planning requirements needed to identify building defects and their remedies. Joining a people focussed organisation, it goes without saying that you’ll be a team player with excellent communication skills and a can do attitude.
Who are Midland Heart? We’re a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we’re here to develop your potential.
Interested? Applying is easy – simply register on our candidate portal and submit a CV and cover letter, which together convince us that you have the skills, experience and knowledge to make a success of this role and your future career with Midland Heart.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on 23rd April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CVs and should one be submitted, we will assume the candidate is our own.
Apr 10, 2019
Full time
We’re seeking a Contract Delivery Surveyor to support the effective management of our contracted maintenance services - ensuring a brilliant service delivery which is timely, cost effective, customer focused and safe.
You’ll work with our contractor partners to ensure that completed works comply with current regulatory/legislative requirements and that key performance targets are achieved for respective contracts. You’ll also undertake key building surveys across our portfolio including condition validation of programmed works and Energy Performance surveys. Importantly, you’ll work as part of the wider Midland Heart team to guarantee that our customers are provided with a seamless and high level of customer care in every aspect of the service delivered.
Our ideal candidates? You’ll hold a recognised building or supervisory site management related qualification, HNC/HND or equivalent level of expertise demonstrated through significant work experience. We’re seeking technically strong individuals with the knowledge of quality standards, building regulations and planning requirements needed to identify building defects and their remedies. Joining a people focussed organisation, it goes without saying that you’ll be a team player with excellent communication skills and a can do attitude.
Who are Midland Heart? We’re a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we’re here to develop your potential.
Interested? Applying is easy – simply register on our candidate portal and submit a CV and cover letter, which together convince us that you have the skills, experience and knowledge to make a success of this role and your future career with Midland Heart.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on 23rd April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CVs and should one be submitted, we will assume the candidate is our own.
Domestic Abuse Coordinator
North Somerset
20,063.15 -22,175.06
Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Now is an exciting time to join LiveWest, the largest housing association in the South West.
We are a leading developer of affordable and social housing in the South West. From the shores of Cornwall to the Gloucestershire hills, we have a vision to build real social change in our region, one front door at a time.
We are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Case Coordinator – Full Time 37.5 Hours per week to join our friendly team in the Gemini Service.
We are looking for an individual with self- resilience, great empathy and a demonstrable knowledge of domestic abuse and the impact that has on families.
This will be part of the Gemini team at the front end of our services delivering intervention and support to individuals and their children who are currently affected by domestic abuse living in North Somerset.
In this role you will primarily be based in Livewest offices in Weston Super Mare with the ability to travel around the local authority area and work remotely from safe locations, including refuge.
You will be responsible for processing the referrals for victims of domestic abuse prioritising your workload through identified risk reduction and, assisting clients directly with dealing with the impact of domestic abuse. We help clients to identify and manage risk using the SafeLives DASH risk assessment tool. You will also work collaboratively with partner agencies including social services, Addaction drug and alcohol services, Children’s Services, Health and Police etc.
You will need to be calm, and responsive to peoples’ needs, empathic and informative whilst dealing with traumatising situations. Providing victims with information about what options are available to them to help them to make empowered decisions and supporting them to rebuild their lives.
The service operates Monday to Friday between 9 – 6 flexibility will be required to ensure we can respond to individuals needs in accessing support.
You will be competent with using MS Excel and Word you will be expected to record accurate data on the victims, and referrals into the service elements so that the shared documents and logs can be relied upon if required to support statutory or legal proceedings e.g. DA Courts, Child Protection etc. and to provide performance reporting data to commissioners.
You will bring to the role considerable background knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse and how it impacts upon people’s lives supporting behaviour change and recognising healthy and unhealthy relationship traits and triggers. The ability to deliver training will be a development area in this role.
We want enthusiastic and dedicated people with the ideas and drive to help shape our organisation today and in the future. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note, due to the nature of this role, the Equality Act 2010 applies and we can only accept applications from females.
A DBS check is required.
Reference: NTXMV405885
Apr 10, 2019
Full time
Domestic Abuse Coordinator
North Somerset
20,063.15 -22,175.06
Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Now is an exciting time to join LiveWest, the largest housing association in the South West.
We are a leading developer of affordable and social housing in the South West. From the shores of Cornwall to the Gloucestershire hills, we have a vision to build real social change in our region, one front door at a time.
We are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Case Coordinator – Full Time 37.5 Hours per week to join our friendly team in the Gemini Service.
We are looking for an individual with self- resilience, great empathy and a demonstrable knowledge of domestic abuse and the impact that has on families.
This will be part of the Gemini team at the front end of our services delivering intervention and support to individuals and their children who are currently affected by domestic abuse living in North Somerset.
In this role you will primarily be based in Livewest offices in Weston Super Mare with the ability to travel around the local authority area and work remotely from safe locations, including refuge.
You will be responsible for processing the referrals for victims of domestic abuse prioritising your workload through identified risk reduction and, assisting clients directly with dealing with the impact of domestic abuse. We help clients to identify and manage risk using the SafeLives DASH risk assessment tool. You will also work collaboratively with partner agencies including social services, Addaction drug and alcohol services, Children’s Services, Health and Police etc.
You will need to be calm, and responsive to peoples’ needs, empathic and informative whilst dealing with traumatising situations. Providing victims with information about what options are available to them to help them to make empowered decisions and supporting them to rebuild their lives.
The service operates Monday to Friday between 9 – 6 flexibility will be required to ensure we can respond to individuals needs in accessing support.
You will be competent with using MS Excel and Word you will be expected to record accurate data on the victims, and referrals into the service elements so that the shared documents and logs can be relied upon if required to support statutory or legal proceedings e.g. DA Courts, Child Protection etc. and to provide performance reporting data to commissioners.
You will bring to the role considerable background knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse and how it impacts upon people’s lives supporting behaviour change and recognising healthy and unhealthy relationship traits and triggers. The ability to deliver training will be a development area in this role.
We want enthusiastic and dedicated people with the ideas and drive to help shape our organisation today and in the future. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note, due to the nature of this role, the Equality Act 2010 applies and we can only accept applications from females.
A DBS check is required.
Reference: NTXMV405885
We are a leading provider of homes and excellent services in Britain's rapidly developing Ocean City.
We have a clear social purpose with people at our heart and have a major investment programme to increase the number of homes in and around Plymouth and enhance the quality and efficiency of our services. We have also planned a substantial investment in technology to support our forward looking digitilization strategy which underpins our corporate ambitions.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to head up our Digital & Information Technology Services with the drive to harness advances in technology to deliver on our ambitions.
You will be seeking a contemporary and flexible working environment that offers variety and a chance to contribute to the success of an established major player in the social housing sector, whilst developing your own skills in a business focused team.
As you would expect from a sector leader we offer:
An attractive and competitive salary
Great working environment
Flexible working
Excellent defined contributions pension
25-30 days leave (after 5 years) plus bank holidays
Onsite free gymnasium
A significant investment in learning and personal development
The opportunity to live in a beautiful and vibrant part of the Southwest
Relocation support may be available
Please refer to the person specification and demonstrate how you consider that your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the job. To apply please click 'apply for job' button below and follow the instructions. Alternatively, please send your CV to recruitment@plymouthcommunityhomes.co.uk.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Nick Jackson on 01752 388302.
Please note that the closing time for applications is midday on 29th April 2019.
Short listing date: 29th & 30th April 2019
Interview dates: 13th & 14th May 2019
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.
Apr 09, 2019
Full time
We are a leading provider of homes and excellent services in Britain's rapidly developing Ocean City.
We have a clear social purpose with people at our heart and have a major investment programme to increase the number of homes in and around Plymouth and enhance the quality and efficiency of our services. We have also planned a substantial investment in technology to support our forward looking digitilization strategy which underpins our corporate ambitions.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to head up our Digital & Information Technology Services with the drive to harness advances in technology to deliver on our ambitions.
You will be seeking a contemporary and flexible working environment that offers variety and a chance to contribute to the success of an established major player in the social housing sector, whilst developing your own skills in a business focused team.
As you would expect from a sector leader we offer:
An attractive and competitive salary
Great working environment
Flexible working
Excellent defined contributions pension
25-30 days leave (after 5 years) plus bank holidays
Onsite free gymnasium
A significant investment in learning and personal development
The opportunity to live in a beautiful and vibrant part of the Southwest
Relocation support may be available
Please refer to the person specification and demonstrate how you consider that your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the job. To apply please click 'apply for job' button below and follow the instructions. Alternatively, please send your CV to recruitment@plymouthcommunityhomes.co.uk.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Nick Jackson on 01752 388302.
Please note that the closing time for applications is midday on 29th April 2019.
Short listing date: 29th & 30th April 2019
Interview dates: 13th & 14th May 2019
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.
Orchard Information Systems
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Newcastle Based
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Job Summary
As a key member of the marketing team the Solutions Marketing Manager will be the conduit between Product Management and Sales, taking Orchard’s software and service offerings to market. You will be responsible for developing the messaging, marketing tools, sales aids and execution of the go-to-marketing campaigns to cross sell/upsell to existing customers and sell to new prospects.
About Orchard
Orchard is a business full of great, talented people, which is based at the heart of Newcastle city centre in vibrant office space. We are constantly working to ensure that we create a happy environment for our staff to learn and develop. We operate within an incredibly important sector, with our customers providing affordable homes to those often most in need of social housing. Our software and services can really help to improve the lives of those in need. We believe in recognising that our people have valuable skills to help our business to succeed and enjoy celebrating our shared successes.
Principal Responsibilities
To review and refine existing messaging, materials and sales aids and create new ones as required to support selling to existing customers and prospects.
Develop persona based software and service solution messaging that differentiates Orchard from others in the market
Communicate the value of software and service solutions to the sales team and develop sales tools that facilitate the selling process
Plan, take part in and orchestrate the launch of new products and services to the market.
Through interviews, surveys, focus groups and sales data, gain insight into customer use of current products, untapped opportunities and buyer personas
Review inventory levels of materials to ensure availability
Create software and service solution content such as presentations, case studies, videos, website copy, thought leadership articles and blog posts.
Develop and execute go-to-market campaigns to generate leads and other KPIs in order to help sell the different solution/service offerings to customers and prospects.
In conjunction with partners and third parties, develop and implement joint solution/services go-to-marketing programs to deliver pre agreed targets.
Measure the effectiveness of product launches and campaigns and make recommendations for future investments and improvements.
Update and train sales and other internal teams on value propositions, messaging and positioning so that they are up to date and fully equipped to sell.
Establish timescales for the development of new content and sales aids with product management.
Research competitor offerings and react when appropriate
Propose and keep within a budget
Key Skills
Essential
Collaborative skills: As a Solutions Marketing Manager you will have to work with teams across Orchard. This will often include the sales, product management, development and senior executives.
Communication skills: Speaking, writing and presentation abilities have to be tapped in this role. You will frequently have to write and present engaging copy, telling the ‘story’ of products, for various marketing channels.
Project management: Ability to manage multiple projects at one time, delivering the best quality outputs on time, keeping all stakeholders involved in the process.
Key Experience
Essential
Experience of working in a software business
Enjoy working in a fast paced environment
CIM or other accredited marketing bodies desirable but not essential
Creative design skills, inDesign, Adobe Creative studio experience desirable
Salary and Other Benefits
A basic salary commensurate with job holder’s skills and experience
Membership of the Company Group Income Protection Benefit and Death in Service Benefit schemes and Westfield Health scheme
Membership of the Company pension scheme
To apply for this role, please email with a CV and covering letter.
The company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the company’s business.
Apr 05, 2019
Full time
Newcastle Based
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Job Summary
As a key member of the marketing team the Solutions Marketing Manager will be the conduit between Product Management and Sales, taking Orchard’s software and service offerings to market. You will be responsible for developing the messaging, marketing tools, sales aids and execution of the go-to-marketing campaigns to cross sell/upsell to existing customers and sell to new prospects.
About Orchard
Orchard is a business full of great, talented people, which is based at the heart of Newcastle city centre in vibrant office space. We are constantly working to ensure that we create a happy environment for our staff to learn and develop. We operate within an incredibly important sector, with our customers providing affordable homes to those often most in need of social housing. Our software and services can really help to improve the lives of those in need. We believe in recognising that our people have valuable skills to help our business to succeed and enjoy celebrating our shared successes.
Principal Responsibilities
To review and refine existing messaging, materials and sales aids and create new ones as required to support selling to existing customers and prospects.
Develop persona based software and service solution messaging that differentiates Orchard from others in the market
Communicate the value of software and service solutions to the sales team and develop sales tools that facilitate the selling process
Plan, take part in and orchestrate the launch of new products and services to the market.
Through interviews, surveys, focus groups and sales data, gain insight into customer use of current products, untapped opportunities and buyer personas
Review inventory levels of materials to ensure availability
Create software and service solution content such as presentations, case studies, videos, website copy, thought leadership articles and blog posts.
Develop and execute go-to-market campaigns to generate leads and other KPIs in order to help sell the different solution/service offerings to customers and prospects.
In conjunction with partners and third parties, develop and implement joint solution/services go-to-marketing programs to deliver pre agreed targets.
Measure the effectiveness of product launches and campaigns and make recommendations for future investments and improvements.
Update and train sales and other internal teams on value propositions, messaging and positioning so that they are up to date and fully equipped to sell.
Establish timescales for the development of new content and sales aids with product management.
Research competitor offerings and react when appropriate
Propose and keep within a budget
Key Skills
Essential
Collaborative skills: As a Solutions Marketing Manager you will have to work with teams across Orchard. This will often include the sales, product management, development and senior executives.
Communication skills: Speaking, writing and presentation abilities have to be tapped in this role. You will frequently have to write and present engaging copy, telling the ‘story’ of products, for various marketing channels.
Project management: Ability to manage multiple projects at one time, delivering the best quality outputs on time, keeping all stakeholders involved in the process.
Key Experience
Essential
Experience of working in a software business
Enjoy working in a fast paced environment
CIM or other accredited marketing bodies desirable but not essential
Creative design skills, inDesign, Adobe Creative studio experience desirable
Salary and Other Benefits
A basic salary commensurate with job holder’s skills and experience
Membership of the Company Group Income Protection Benefit and Death in Service Benefit schemes and Westfield Health scheme
Membership of the Company pension scheme
To apply for this role, please email with a CV and covering letter.
The company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the company’s business.
We’re seeking an experienced IT Service Desk Analyst to contribute to the on-going success of our Technology Team, as we support our organisation to improve technology use and allow colleagues to work smarter, now and into the future. As part of the Service Desk Team, this role is essential in providing an effective 1st & 2nd line support service, covering all of our business systems and equipment, to colleagues across our organisation.
Our ideal candidate? You’ll have previous IT Service Desk experience, demonstrating a history of using your excellent customer service and support / diagnostic skills to provide effective providing 1st and 2nd line support. You’ll possess strong technical expertise including knowledge of IT hardware and software including business applications, desktop applications, telephony and networking – as well as a ITIL Service Management Foundation Certificate or equivalent experience and Microsoft training in Windows 7/8/10 administration and support.
Key to success will be your excellent time management, talent for multi-tasking and prioritising workload, in addition to an attention to detail in logging, updating, progressing and resolving service tickets.
Interested? To apply, please register on our candidate portal and submit a CV which provides a full overview of your career to-date. Please also submit a covering letter of no more than two pages, which particularly highlights your:
Experience of 1st & 2nd line IT Service Desk support.
Knowledge of IT hardware and software, including business applications, telephony & networking.
Attention to detail in logging, progressing and resolving service tickets.
*Please be advised that applications without a covering letter will not be considered*
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on 23rd April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CV’s, should one be submitted we will assume the candidate is our own.
Apr 02, 2019
Full time
We’re seeking an experienced IT Service Desk Analyst to contribute to the on-going success of our Technology Team, as we support our organisation to improve technology use and allow colleagues to work smarter, now and into the future. As part of the Service Desk Team, this role is essential in providing an effective 1st & 2nd line support service, covering all of our business systems and equipment, to colleagues across our organisation.
Our ideal candidate? You’ll have previous IT Service Desk experience, demonstrating a history of using your excellent customer service and support / diagnostic skills to provide effective providing 1st and 2nd line support. You’ll possess strong technical expertise including knowledge of IT hardware and software including business applications, desktop applications, telephony and networking – as well as a ITIL Service Management Foundation Certificate or equivalent experience and Microsoft training in Windows 7/8/10 administration and support.
Key to success will be your excellent time management, talent for multi-tasking and prioritising workload, in addition to an attention to detail in logging, updating, progressing and resolving service tickets.
Interested? To apply, please register on our candidate portal and submit a CV which provides a full overview of your career to-date. Please also submit a covering letter of no more than two pages, which particularly highlights your:
Experience of 1st & 2nd line IT Service Desk support.
Knowledge of IT hardware and software, including business applications, telephony & networking.
Attention to detail in logging, progressing and resolving service tickets.
*Please be advised that applications without a covering letter will not be considered*
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on 23rd April 2019.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we do not accept speculative CV’s, should one be submitted we will assume the candidate is our own.
You’ll be working with the ICT & DB Administrator to provide the datasets to help inform decision-making and solve business problems by converting data into information. You’ll be responsible for selecting relevant data from data warehouses, manipulating large datasets and building decision models. A key task is to work closely with the Business Improvement team to facilitate delivery of performance and operational data. You’ll have an interest in data and have a keen eye for accuracy.
Must haves include:
Knowledge of SQL with ability to write and edit views, stored procedures and ad-hoc queries
A desire to learn new skills and technologies
Experience of Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) (2012 and above)
Experience of Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel
We offer:
28 days holiday (with an option to buy/sell holiday)
A performance based annual bonus
A fantastic range of flexible employee benefits
Regular social events
A modern working environment and a great team of colleagues
For more details, and to apply click, on the link below, to go to the job portal on our website.
Mar 27, 2019
Full time
You’ll be working with the ICT & DB Administrator to provide the datasets to help inform decision-making and solve business problems by converting data into information. You’ll be responsible for selecting relevant data from data warehouses, manipulating large datasets and building decision models. A key task is to work closely with the Business Improvement team to facilitate delivery of performance and operational data. You’ll have an interest in data and have a keen eye for accuracy.
Must haves include:
Knowledge of SQL with ability to write and edit views, stored procedures and ad-hoc queries
A desire to learn new skills and technologies
Experience of Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) (2012 and above)
Experience of Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel
We offer:
28 days holiday (with an option to buy/sell holiday)
A performance based annual bonus
A fantastic range of flexible employee benefits
Regular social events
A modern working environment and a great team of colleagues
For more details, and to apply click, on the link below, to go to the job portal on our website.
Housing Insight are a leading supplier of software to Social Housing and Local Authorities. Providing core solutions to staff for mobile working and tenants customer self service. A small independent provider with a rapid proven growth we are now looking to extend our sales team.
We are looking for a results driven, passionate business development manager to actively seek out and engage with customer prospects. You will source and convert your own business opportunities and account manager your own prospects in order to boost revenue, customer acquisition levels and profitability. In return, you will be provided with a laptop, phone and car allowance along with travel reinbursments on top of a competitive salary. A commission structure will be provided and reviewed annually.
The Role is primarily home based but will require some travel and overnight stays. UK only.
Responsibilites:
Present, promote and sell Housing Insight’s products / services to prospective customers
Perform needs analysis of each prospect and align products to meet needs
Establish and develop customer relationships
Reach out to new prospects via different means
Achieve own and team targets and outcomes
Keep abreast of market trends
Continually improve through feedback
Requirements:
Proven work experience ideally within Social Housing / IT sector
Excellent communciation skills
Knowledge of MS Office
Familiarity with BDM and CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business relationships
Highly motivated and target driven with proven track record in sales
Time management and organsiational skills
Alibilty to create and deliver presentations to suit audience needs
Mar 14, 2019
Full time
Housing Insight are a leading supplier of software to Social Housing and Local Authorities. Providing core solutions to staff for mobile working and tenants customer self service. A small independent provider with a rapid proven growth we are now looking to extend our sales team.
We are looking for a results driven, passionate business development manager to actively seek out and engage with customer prospects. You will source and convert your own business opportunities and account manager your own prospects in order to boost revenue, customer acquisition levels and profitability. In return, you will be provided with a laptop, phone and car allowance along with travel reinbursments on top of a competitive salary. A commission structure will be provided and reviewed annually.
The Role is primarily home based but will require some travel and overnight stays. UK only.
Responsibilites:
Present, promote and sell Housing Insight’s products / services to prospective customers
Perform needs analysis of each prospect and align products to meet needs
Establish and develop customer relationships
Reach out to new prospects via different means
Achieve own and team targets and outcomes
Keep abreast of market trends
Continually improve through feedback
Requirements:
Proven work experience ideally within Social Housing / IT sector
Excellent communciation skills
Knowledge of MS Office
Familiarity with BDM and CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business relationships
Highly motivated and target driven with proven track record in sales
Time management and organsiational skills
Alibilty to create and deliver presentations to suit audience needs
