Portfolio Manager

About us
We are Alpha FX - an award-winning financial services firm, providing FX hedging solutions to medium and large businesses internationally.

Since our inception in 2009, our business has grown 50% year-on-year working in a matureand highly competitive industry. Today, we're a team of 100, transacting billions, and in April 2017 listed on the London Stock Exchange. Throughout our journey, there's one thing that has consistently set us apart - our people.

We're passionate about providing talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities and giving them the tools and support they need to fully take advantage of them. 60% of our team are Partners and we're committed to making new shareholders each year. This continues to be possible because, despite being a mature, profitable and high growth business, we've never stopped acting like a start-up.

The Opportunity

We are seeking ambitious individuals who are dedicated to changing their lives over the next few years, by working in a challenging but highly rewarding sales role. This is an opportunity for a self-starter - someone with big ambitions, but also the urgency and resilience to achieve them. Effort and potential are more important to us than experience, so if you're committed, we'll take care of the rest.

A hybrid position of business development and account management, as a Portfolio Manager, you will be responsible for building a portfolio of high-value corporate clients from the ground-up. This begins with sourcing and engaging c-suite decision-makers of medium to large businesses across an array of sectors. For each new sales opportunity you initiate, you'll have the choice of six mentors to support you through the process, enabling you to learn from the people you work best with and putting you in control of your development. These are people who know first-hand what it takes to be successful in the role - Partners who have grown their own seven-figure portfolios and have a vested interested in seeing you succeed. They will help you learn the business, your clientele and a range of strategies to add value to them. As you develop, your portfolio will continue to grow, and naturally, your position will move further into a blend of account management and business development.

Our team likens the role to growing their own business within a business, and this comes with all the accountability, demands and rewards you would expect. Commissions are uncapped, residual and received on every pound your portfolio makes.

As well as the support from your mentors, you will also have Alpha's award-winning technology, resources and approach at your disposal.

What I'll be doing

• Researching and qualifying potential clients to build a database of leads. You will own the telephone - using it to engage and consult with C-level executives of medium-large businesses (£30m - £300m) across a diverse range of sectors. Cold calling will be your primary and preferred method of engaging opportunities.
• You will learn your clients' businesses and work to explore and uncover key problems and challenges, whilst educating them on how Alpha's solutions can solve them.
• You will work closely with analysts and strategists to build and present valuable risk management solutions to clients - in time learning how to develop these solutions yourself.
• You will develop trusted relationships with your existing portfolio of clients to retain their business and grow your portfolio.
• In time, you will learn how to deal independently for your portfolio of clients on the largest traded market in the world.

About you

Urgency - You've reached a stage in your life where you have a genuine reason to succeed and are prepared to commit fully to realise this. Alpha provides a rare opportunity to significantly change your life, but you have to accept that this also requires hard work and sacrifice. Nothing worth having comes easy!

Communication - Whilst sales experience isn't a prerequisite, the ability to engage people and communicate effectively is essential. You'll be working with C-level decision makers, so being able to get your point across concisely, with charisma, credibility and confidence is a must. You will also be a natural listener who can ask the right questions to uncover the right needs. This means bringing a genuine sense of curiosity to every encounter and caring about the value you provide.

Humility - There is no room for egos at Alpha. Everyone can learn something from someone and you need to embrace feedback. Nobody is the finished article and we look for 'learn-it-alls' not 'know-it-alls'.

Team Player - A career at Alpha is a lot of fun, but it's also hard work and that is why being surrounded by a like-minded group of individuals that support one another and enjoy each other's company is paramount. There is real community at Alpha, and being part of a shared vision and progressing together on this journey is what makes the job worthwhile.

Momentum - To put it bluntly, you get shit done and are accountable for making things happen. If we don't do it, someone else will and that's when we get left behind.

What we offer in return

• Outstanding earning potential, with uncapped and residual commissions
• Life-changing equity opportunities
• Legendary corporate trips abroad
• Uncapped and residual commissions received on every pound of revenue
• Legendary corporate trips abroad to Las Vegas and Val D'Isere;
• Quarterly celebrations;
• Attractive share equity programme for team players that perform

Portfolio Manager

About us
We are Alpha FX - an award-winning financial services firm, providing FX hedging solutions to medium and large businesses internationally.

Since our inception in 2009, our business has grown 50% year-on-year working in a matureand highly competitive industry. Today, we're a team of 100, transacting billions, and in April 2017 listed on the London Stock Exchange. Throughout our journey, there's one thing that has consistently set us apart - our people.

We're passionate about providing talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities and giving them the tools and support they need to fully take advantage of them. 60% of our team are Partners and we're committed to making new shareholders each year. This continues to be possible because, despite being a mature, profitable and high growth business, we've never stopped acting like a start-up.

The Opportunity

We are seeking ambitious individuals who are dedicated to changing their lives over the next few years, by working in a challenging but highly rewarding sales role. This is an opportunity for a self-starter - someone with big ambitions, but also the urgency and resilience to achieve them. Effort and potential are more important to us than experience, so if you're committed, we'll take care of the rest.

A hybrid position of business development and account management, as a Portfolio Manager, you will be responsible for building a portfolio of high-value corporate clients from the ground-up. This begins with sourcing and engaging c-suite decision-makers of medium to large businesses across an array of sectors. For each new sales opportunity you initiate, you'll have the choice of six mentors to support you through the process, enabling you to learn from the people you work best with and putting you in control of your development. These are people who know first-hand what it takes to be successful in the role - Partners who have grown their own seven-figure portfolios and have a vested interested in seeing you succeed. They will help you learn the business, your clientele and a range of strategies to add value to them. As you develop, your portfolio will continue to grow, and naturally, your position will move further into a blend of account management and business development.

Our team likens the role to growing their own business within a business, and this comes with all the accountability, demands and rewards you would expect. Commissions are uncapped, residual and received on every pound your portfolio makes.

As well as the support from your mentors, you will also have Alpha's award-winning technology, resources and approach at your disposal.

What I'll be doing

• Researching and qualifying potential clients to build a database of leads. You will own the telephone - using it to engage and consult with C-level executives of medium-large businesses (£30m - £300m) across a diverse range of sectors. Cold calling will be your primary and preferred method of engaging opportunities.
• You will learn your clients' businesses and work to explore and uncover key problems and challenges, whilst educating them on how Alpha's solutions can solve them.
• You will work closely with analysts and strategists to build and present valuable risk management solutions to clients - in time learning how to develop these solutions yourself.
• You will develop trusted relationships with your existing portfolio of clients to retain their business and grow your portfolio.
• In time, you will learn how to deal independently for your portfolio of clients on the largest traded market in the world.

About you

Urgency - You've reached a stage in your life where you have a genuine reason to succeed and are prepared to commit fully to realise this. Alpha provides a rare opportunity to significantly change your life, but you have to accept that this also requires hard work and sacrifice. Nothing worth having comes easy!

Communication - Whilst sales experience isn't a prerequisite, the ability to engage people and communicate effectively is essential. You'll be working with C-level decision makers, so being able to get your point across concisely, with charisma, credibility and confidence is a must. You will also be a natural listener who can ask the right questions to uncover the right needs. This means bringing a genuine sense of curiosity to every encounter and caring about the value you provide.

Humility - There is no room for egos at Alpha. Everyone can learn something from someone and you need to embrace feedback. Nobody is the finished article and we look for 'learn-it-alls' not 'know-it-alls'.

Team Player - A career at Alpha is a lot of fun, but it's also hard work and that is why being surrounded by a like-minded group of individuals that support one another and enjoy each other's company is paramount. There is real community at Alpha, and being part of a shared vision and progressing together on this journey is what makes the job worthwhile.

Momentum - To put it bluntly, you get shit done and are accountable for making things happen. If we don't do it, someone else will and that's when we get left behind.

What we offer in return

• Outstanding earning potential, with uncapped and residual commissions
• Life-changing equity opportunities
• Legendary corporate trips abroad
• Uncapped and residual commissions received on every pound of revenue
• Legendary corporate trips abroad to Las Vegas and Val D'Isere;
• Quarterly celebrations;
• Attractive share equity programme for team players that perform

We are seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Enterprise SaaS Sales hunter with a proven track-record in developing a new market entry to a multi-million revenue within a scaling tech / SaaS start-up environment. Successful applicants would also have experience of building a high-performing sales team. Please apply including recent 3 years personal sales targets and actual sales performance

Enterprise Sales - Scaling SaaS Tech Start-up | Disruptive Data Analytics SaaS | Digital Transformation
£70,000 Base (£170,000 OTE uncapped) + Excellent Benefits & Perks

We were formed in early 2010 as a specialist business change consulting firm. In our time we have worked with many leading household name brands. In 2019, we released a highly unique strategy analytics SaaS platform and supporting services which we are gaining market traction in mid and large market sectors.

Our integrated product suite is built on our own proprietary, patent-pending, enterprise grade Transformation Science platform and enables us to build interlinked and highly unique business solutions.

We are now uniquely positioned to enable enterprises to accelerate their strategic objectives and to solve a major business challenge by creating strategic agility through analytics.

About You:

+ Ideally a great degree from a great university.
+ You have a proven track record in enterprise technology - smashing your sales quota, quarter on quarter.
+ You will be extremely energetic and bring out the best in your colleagues and team members
+ You constantly look for solutions to problems, and how to solve business pains.
+ You’re a natural champion builder and go the extra mile to add real value.
+ You run your patch like a business and know that owning your own pipeline generation is fundamental to your success.
+ You don’t cut corners and understand the big picture but are also detailed oriented.
+ Must be able to do hard things.

About The Role:

You will join a growing team based in London and will be working alongside the CEO to drive new opportunities and growth. While this is a new role, we expect the right candidate to support the development of the sales function and existing sales capability.

SaaS sales are and will be at the heart of the business and we’re looking for hungry, highly motivated and experienced sales leaders to drive sales pipeline and to close our existing exciting opportunities.

With our aggressive growth plans, we are seeking the top enterprise sales talent to drive our growth. We hire only the best - those who strive to push boundaries, to think bigger and act smarter, and individuals who know that constantly learning is the way to grow.

Some of What’s on Offer:

We are very selective and are seeking only the best sales talent. Successful candidates will have:

+ Access to our scientific, metric-driven sales methodology.
+ Massive earning potential with uncapped plans and generous kickers for new logos and over achievement.
+ Endless career opportunities. We have a culture of promoting from within. In particular, we’re seeking individuals that have the hunger and drive to build and lead a sales function.

Employee Benefits

+ Very competitive compensation for your work.
+ 25 days paid holiday in each 12-month period of your employment.
+ Private Healthcare which covers 24/7 GP Helpline, 24/7 Counselling
+ Contributory pension
+ Interest free season ticket loan
+ Buy holiday back – up to 5 days per annum
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Childcare vouchers
+ Maternity pay
+ Paternity pay
+ Free fruit and beer fridge
+ Flexible working hours and location
+ Study leave for professional development by agreement
+ Extensive & ongoing training for all staff
+ Employee referral scheme
+ Yearly flu jab

Your Background / Previous Roles May Include:
Enterprise Sales, Tech Sales, SaaS Sales, Software Sales, Analytic Sales, Data Science, Start-Up Sales

Interested? Apply here for a fast-track path to the MD.

Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect we may contact you by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.

If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.

We are seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Enterprise SaaS Sales hunter with a proven track-record in developing a new market entry to a multi-million revenue within a scaling tech / SaaS start-up environment. Successful applicants would also have experience of building a high-performing sales team. Please apply including recent 3 years personal sales targets and actual sales performance

Enterprise Sales - Scaling SaaS Tech Start-up | Disruptive Data Analytics SaaS | Digital Transformation
£70,000 Base (£170,000 OTE uncapped) + Excellent Benefits & Perks

We were formed in early 2010 as a specialist business change consulting firm. In our time we have worked with many leading household name brands. In 2019, we released a highly unique strategy analytics SaaS platform and supporting services which we are gaining market traction in mid and large market sectors.

Our integrated product suite is built on our own proprietary, patent-pending, enterprise grade Transformation Science platform and enables us to build interlinked and highly unique business solutions.

We are now uniquely positioned to enable enterprises to accelerate their strategic objectives and to solve a major business challenge by creating strategic agility through analytics.

About You:

+ Ideally a great degree from a great university.
+ You have a proven track record in enterprise technology - smashing your sales quota, quarter on quarter.
+ You will be extremely energetic and bring out the best in your colleagues and team members
+ You constantly look for solutions to problems, and how to solve business pains.
+ You’re a natural champion builder and go the extra mile to add real value.
+ You run your patch like a business and know that owning your own pipeline generation is fundamental to your success.
+ You don’t cut corners and understand the big picture but are also detailed oriented.
+ Must be able to do hard things.

About The Role:

You will join a growing team based in London and will be working alongside the CEO to drive new opportunities and growth. While this is a new role, we expect the right candidate to support the development of the sales function and existing sales capability.

SaaS sales are and will be at the heart of the business and we’re looking for hungry, highly motivated and experienced sales leaders to drive sales pipeline and to close our existing exciting opportunities.

With our aggressive growth plans, we are seeking the top enterprise sales talent to drive our growth. We hire only the best - those who strive to push boundaries, to think bigger and act smarter, and individuals who know that constantly learning is the way to grow.

Some of What’s on Offer:

We are very selective and are seeking only the best sales talent. Successful candidates will have:

+ Access to our scientific, metric-driven sales methodology.
+ Massive earning potential with uncapped plans and generous kickers for new logos and over achievement.
+ Endless career opportunities. We have a culture of promoting from within. In particular, we’re seeking individuals that have the hunger and drive to build and lead a sales function.

Employee Benefits

+ Very competitive compensation for your work.
+ 25 days paid holiday in each 12-month period of your employment.
+ Private Healthcare which covers 24/7 GP Helpline, 24/7 Counselling
+ Contributory pension
+ Interest free season ticket loan
+ Buy holiday back – up to 5 days per annum
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Childcare vouchers
+ Maternity pay
+ Paternity pay
+ Free fruit and beer fridge
+ Flexible working hours and location
+ Study leave for professional development by agreement
+ Extensive & ongoing training for all staff
+ Employee referral scheme
+ Yearly flu jab

Your Background / Previous Roles May Include:
Enterprise Sales, Tech Sales, SaaS Sales, Software Sales, Analytic Sales, Data Science, Start-Up Sales

Interested? Apply here for a fast-track path to the MD.

Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect we may contact you by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.

If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.

Impact and Analytics Partner

Flexible to cover  Devizes, Andover, Wells, Poole, Wareham and Plymouth

£45,000 per annum

Full Time - 37 hours per week

Permanent

Does the thought of giving the people behind figures/ numbers a voice, feel important to you? Do you want to help people to know if they are making a difference?

Our client is looking for a strong leader, who has the ability to inspire change. The right candidate will lead the team responsible for customer insight, analytics and impact. They are looking for someone who can strengthen the  overall approach to customer data collection, transforming the data into meaningful insight. You will effectively embed the use of behavioural analytics to nudge positive behaviours; and entrench a culture of impact measurement for the Foundation and other customer facing services, to assess whether projects make a sustainable difference to their communities.

The role

You will lead on collaborating with colleagues and key stakeholders to design and implement their approach to behavioural analytics. You will ensure your systems, capacity and resources are able to deliver outcomes through behavioural analytics; and monitor the effectiveness and impact of behavioural analytics on their customers and business. Your other focus will be to experiment with and embed the right impact measurement framework/ tools within the business and coach teams along the journey understanding the difference they make in a language they can all understand. 

Please note that the location of this role is flexible, we offer virtual working where possible so you have the flexibility to work for home if this is best for you. However, please be aware that you will be required to attend meetings at our offices as required.

Experience and qualifications

You will have previously inspired change in the workplace, leading colleagues to great outcomes. You will have a strong track record of embedding impact tools/frameworks, in a large and diverse organisation. You will have experience of using behavioural analytics to increase positive behaviour. A proven track record in the understanding of statistical process control (or similar), customer data analysis, business planning and modelling.

About 

Our client provides safety and security through their reliable landlord and independent living services and they supply a wide range of housing options in response to the housing crisis. They own and manage over 30,000 homes, serving more than 90,000 customers in 40 local authority areas. They employ around 1,300 colleagues based in office locations across their operating regions.

They delivered nearly 1,000 new homes in 2017/18, with revenue from outright sales of £20m, shared ownership first tranche sales of £36m, generating an expected profit before tax of £50m.

They are investing in the future of their business with substantial resources set aside to improve their employee experience and to achieve their digital transformation ambitions. Through their Foundation they are committed to giving something back to their local communities.

#recruiting #success #hiring #recruitment #ITJobs #BI #MI #Businessanalystjobs

Account Manager

We are looking for an outgoing and confident account manager to join our award winning edtech company. Founded in 2012, now>press>play is one of the most exciting and ambitious social enterprises in the edtech sector. We have developed a new way of learning that engages children through movement, imagination and emotion. Our mission is to make the curriculum accessible for all children, regardless of background or academic ability.

You will join us at an incredibly exciting stage in our development and will work alongside the Head of Marketing & Sales to look after our existing schools and bring new ones on board. You will have a significant influence on our growth and impact, in a role with a high degree of responsibility, independence and flexibility. This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic, supportive start up and to make a difference to the education of thousands of children in some of the most deprived areas of the country.

Main Responsibilities

Account Management

• Liaising with key contacts, through emails, phone calls and face to face meetings, to ensure now>press>play is having the greatest possible impact
• Leading training sessions for teachers and helping schools map now>press>play to their curriculums
• Maintaining strong renewal rates

Business Development

• Running demos for children in schools and holding consultations with school senior management
• Generating demos through phone calls and emails 
• Meeting and exceeding sales targets 

Experience/Qualifications/Skills

You will have:

• Experience of leading demos, training sessions and/or presentations
• Ability to quickly build rapport and credibility with teachers and senior leaders
• Strong listening skills – able to understand and identify the needs of a school
• A clear passion for education and a strong belief that every child should be able to access the curriculum
• Genuine excitement about joining an edtech start up and a willingness to muck in
• A UK driver’s license

This role involves a lot of travel and you should expect to be visiting schools at least three days a week during term time. You will work from home and visit schools in the North West and Yorkshire and the Humber. 

To apply, please send a covering letter explaining why you want to work for now>press>play and how your experience / skills make you the right person for this role and your CV via the button below by Friday 10th April at midnight. 

Account Manager

We are looking for an outgoing and confident account manager to join our award winning edtech company. Founded in 2012, now>press>play is one of the most exciting and ambitious social enterprises in the edtech sector. We have developed a new way of learning that engages children through movement, imagination and emotion. Our mission is to make the curriculum accessible for all children, regardless of background or academic ability.

You will join us at an incredibly exciting stage in our development and will work alongside the Head of Marketing & Sales to look after our existing schools and bring new ones on board. You will have a significant influence on our growth and impact, in a role with a high degree of responsibility, independence and flexibility. This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic, supportive start up and to make a difference to the education of thousands of children in some of the most deprived areas of the country.

Main Responsibilities

Account Management

• Liaising with key contacts, through emails, phone calls and face to face meetings, to ensure now>press>play is having the greatest possible impact
• Leading training sessions for teachers and helping schools map now>press>play to their curriculums
• Maintaining strong renewal rates

Business Development

• Running demos for children in schools and holding consultations with school senior management
• Generating demos through phone calls and emails 
• Meeting and exceeding sales targets 

Experience/Qualifications/Skills

You will have:

• Experience of leading demos, training sessions and/or presentations
• Ability to quickly build rapport and credibility with teachers and senior leaders
• Strong listening skills – able to understand and identify the needs of a school
• A clear passion for education and a strong belief that every child should be able to access the curriculum
• Genuine excitement about joining an edtech start up and a willingness to muck in
• A UK driver’s license

This role involves a lot of travel and you should expect to be visiting schools at least three days a week during term time. You will work from home and visit schools in the North West and Yorkshire and the Humber. 

To apply, please send a covering letter explaining why you want to work for now>press>play and how your experience / skills make you the right person for this role and your CV via the button below by Friday 10th April at midnight. 

Impact and Analytics Partner

Flexible to cover  Devizes, Andover, Wells, Poole, Wareham and Plymouth

£45,000 per annum

Full Time - 37 hours per week

Permanent

Does the thought of giving the people behind figures/ numbers a voice, feel important to you? Do you want to help people to know if they are making a difference?

Our client is looking for a strong leader, who has the ability to inspire change. The right candidate will lead the team responsible for customer insight, analytics and impact. They are looking for someone who can strengthen the  overall approach to customer data collection, transforming the data into meaningful insight. You will effectively embed the use of behavioural analytics to nudge positive behaviours; and entrench a culture of impact measurement for the Foundation and other customer facing services, to assess whether projects make a sustainable difference to their communities.

The role

You will lead on collaborating with colleagues and key stakeholders to design and implement their approach to behavioural analytics. You will ensure your systems, capacity and resources are able to deliver outcomes through behavioural analytics; and monitor the effectiveness and impact of behavioural analytics on their customers and business. Your other focus will be to experiment with and embed the right impact measurement framework/ tools within the business and coach teams along the journey understanding the difference they make in a language they can all understand. 

Please note that the location of this role is flexible, we offer virtual working where possible so you have the flexibility to work for home if this is best for you. However, please be aware that you will be required to attend meetings at our offices as required.

Experience and qualifications

You will have previously inspired change in the workplace, leading colleagues to great outcomes. You will have a strong track record of embedding impact tools/frameworks, in a large and diverse organisation. You will have experience of using behavioural analytics to increase positive behaviour. A proven track record in the understanding of statistical process control (or similar), customer data analysis, business planning and modelling.

About 

Our client provides safety and security through their reliable landlord and independent living services and they supply a wide range of housing options in response to the housing crisis. They own and manage over 30,000 homes, serving more than 90,000 customers in 40 local authority areas. They employ around 1,300 colleagues based in office locations across their operating regions.

They delivered nearly 1,000 new homes in 2017/18, with revenue from outright sales of £20m, shared ownership first tranche sales of £36m, generating an expected profit before tax of £50m.

They are investing in the future of their business with substantial resources set aside to improve their employee experience and to achieve their digital transformation ambitions. Through their Foundation they are committed to giving something back to their local communities.

#recruiting #success #hiring #recruitment #ITJobs #BI #MI #Businessanalystjobs

Lead Software Developer

Location:  Gateshead, GB

Category:  IT

Role: Lead Software Developer 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time 

Salary: £36,000 - £44,000

Location: Gateshead Quays from May 2020.

What it's about

A passion for technology that can be harnessed to improve learning for all. Part of Cambridge Assessment and Cambridge University Press, The Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring (CEM) is seeking a talented Lead Software Developer to play a key part in the development of our leading digital assessment products. The Lead Software Developer will work on the development of CEM’s digital assessment products. Working in an agile environment you will work with technical colleagues alongside stakeholders from Product Management, Assessment, Teaching and Learning, Data Science and Design. The work will cover the development of new digital educational products, re-architecture of existing products and other exciting developments as CEM integrates as part of the Cambridge family.

Delivering a strategic vision. Working with colleagues across CEM and the wider Cambridge network you will work on the development of web-based systems that carry out innovative data science on educational data, providing guidance and resources to teachers that is then used to improve learning in the classroom.

Exciting times! Temporarily based at Ushaw College near Durham, we are moving to our vibrant new office based at Gateshead Quays from May 2020

What we’re looking for

• With a relevant degree and relevant experience, you’ll have a track record in the development and delivery of software solutions that meet the needs of end-users and in line with business objectives.
• You will be a technology professional with clear experiences along with a clear understanding of software development principles and practices.
• You will be one of the key people developing software solutions at CEM. You will be adept at software development yourself and able to coach and mentor other members of staff.

Qualifications

• A good technical degree or equivalent qualification and experience

Skills

Essential:

• Demonstrable understanding of software development principles
• Good coding and software development skills ideally using C# or Typescript
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies
• Knowledge of software development design principles & patterns

Desirable:

• Good coding and software development skills using Python, Javascript or SQL
• Administering and maintaining services on Linux-based servers

Experience

Essential:

• Object Orientated development  - ideally using C# or Typescript
• Experience of developing systems that contain multiple components
• Experience of working in Agile teams
• Experience of all elements of the Software Development Life Cycle in a commercial environment
• Experience of working in an environment using Continuous Integration
• Experience of creating unit tests within a test driven development framework

Desirable:

• Experience developing using Python, Javascript or SQL
• Experience of administering and maintaining services on Linux-based servers

Behaviours

• Self-motivated learner - Keen to learn new approaches and technologies
• Proactive – willing and able to suggest improvements to ways of working
• Conscientious – will own solutions and push to resolve issues
• Collaborative – works well within a team
• Positive attitude to problem solving
• Determined to get the job done well

Who we are 

CEM, part of the Cambridge family, is a vibrant organisation which has established a reputation over 30 years for innovation and quality in educational assessment and research. CEM works with schools, colleges, education authorities, government agencies and other organisations to provide high-quality information through scientifically grounded research.

CEM aims to inform and improve education in two ways:

1. By providing educators and educational institutions with a body of world-class research to support evidence-based education practices, and
2. By providing cutting-edge, digital assessment and monitoring systems which support learning through the provision of robust information on the ability, attitudes, potential and progress of young people.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader and be rewarded with valuable learning opportunities, a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

We offer a range of flexible working options and you will need to be able to commute to both locations. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits to help with your life both inside and outside of work: 

• Generous contributory pension 
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Annual performance related bonus and increases (discretionary) 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Employee discount and cashback scheme at 2,500 retailers
• Cycle scheme 
• Season Ticket Loan
• Support for professional qualifications

We know that diversity of thinking, backgrounds and approaches lead to innovation and create an atmosphere where everyone’s contribution is valued. As well as wanting to create diverse teams, we also value diversity in the way our people approach their work. Work/life balance is important to us at Cambridge Assessment and we offer our colleagues a range of flexible working options according to the needs of the business and the individual, so please let us know of any flexible working requirements when applying and we can see how we can support you.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 04/04/2020 and interviews will be held on TBC.

If you’re successful at interview stage we will ask you to undergo background screening (carried out by Credence Background Screening Ltd), to ensure that all information provided to us is accurate. We wish you all the very best with your application.

CAMBRIDGE ASSESSMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Click 'Apply' below for further information and to download an application pack. 

Lead Software Developer

Location:  Gateshead, GB

Category:  IT

Role: Lead Software Developer 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time 

Salary: £36,000 - £44,000

Location: Gateshead Quays from May 2020.

What it's about

A passion for technology that can be harnessed to improve learning for all. Part of Cambridge Assessment and Cambridge University Press, The Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring (CEM) is seeking a talented Lead Software Developer to play a key part in the development of our leading digital assessment products. The Lead Software Developer will work on the development of CEM’s digital assessment products. Working in an agile environment you will work with technical colleagues alongside stakeholders from Product Management, Assessment, Teaching and Learning, Data Science and Design. The work will cover the development of new digital educational products, re-architecture of existing products and other exciting developments as CEM integrates as part of the Cambridge family.

Delivering a strategic vision. Working with colleagues across CEM and the wider Cambridge network you will work on the development of web-based systems that carry out innovative data science on educational data, providing guidance and resources to teachers that is then used to improve learning in the classroom.

Exciting times! Temporarily based at Ushaw College near Durham, we are moving to our vibrant new office based at Gateshead Quays from May 2020

What we’re looking for

• With a relevant degree and relevant experience, you’ll have a track record in the development and delivery of software solutions that meet the needs of end-users and in line with business objectives.
• You will be a technology professional with clear experiences along with a clear understanding of software development principles and practices.
• You will be one of the key people developing software solutions at CEM. You will be adept at software development yourself and able to coach and mentor other members of staff.

Qualifications

• A good technical degree or equivalent qualification and experience

Skills

Essential:

• Demonstrable understanding of software development principles
• Good coding and software development skills ideally using C# or Typescript
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies
• Knowledge of software development design principles & patterns

Desirable:

• Good coding and software development skills using Python, Javascript or SQL
• Administering and maintaining services on Linux-based servers

Experience

Essential:

• Object Orientated development  - ideally using C# or Typescript
• Experience of developing systems that contain multiple components
• Experience of working in Agile teams
• Experience of all elements of the Software Development Life Cycle in a commercial environment
• Experience of working in an environment using Continuous Integration
• Experience of creating unit tests within a test driven development framework

Desirable:

• Experience developing using Python, Javascript or SQL
• Experience of administering and maintaining services on Linux-based servers

Behaviours

• Self-motivated learner - Keen to learn new approaches and technologies
• Proactive – willing and able to suggest improvements to ways of working
• Conscientious – will own solutions and push to resolve issues
• Collaborative – works well within a team
• Positive attitude to problem solving
• Determined to get the job done well

Who we are 

CEM, part of the Cambridge family, is a vibrant organisation which has established a reputation over 30 years for innovation and quality in educational assessment and research. CEM works with schools, colleges, education authorities, government agencies and other organisations to provide high-quality information through scientifically grounded research.

CEM aims to inform and improve education in two ways:

1. By providing educators and educational institutions with a body of world-class research to support evidence-based education practices, and
2. By providing cutting-edge, digital assessment and monitoring systems which support learning through the provision of robust information on the ability, attitudes, potential and progress of young people.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader and be rewarded with valuable learning opportunities, a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

We offer a range of flexible working options and you will need to be able to commute to both locations. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits to help with your life both inside and outside of work: 

• Generous contributory pension 
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Annual performance related bonus and increases (discretionary) 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Employee discount and cashback scheme at 2,500 retailers
• Cycle scheme 
• Season Ticket Loan
• Support for professional qualifications

We know that diversity of thinking, backgrounds and approaches lead to innovation and create an atmosphere where everyone’s contribution is valued. As well as wanting to create diverse teams, we also value diversity in the way our people approach their work. Work/life balance is important to us at Cambridge Assessment and we offer our colleagues a range of flexible working options according to the needs of the business and the individual, so please let us know of any flexible working requirements when applying and we can see how we can support you.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 04/04/2020 and interviews will be held on TBC.

If you’re successful at interview stage we will ask you to undergo background screening (carried out by Credence Background Screening Ltd), to ensure that all information provided to us is accurate. We wish you all the very best with your application.

CAMBRIDGE ASSESSMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Click 'Apply' below for further information and to download an application pack.