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Job Advertisement: Business Change Manager
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Change Manager (BCM) to join our dynamic team at Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ).
As part of the Change Pillar, the BCM plays a vital role in overseeing change activity across the CT Network.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ever-evolving operational environment of CT Policing and make a real impact in our organization.
Job Summary: As the BCM, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and application of the Business Change framework, tools, and methodology across the national CTP Network.
Your role will involve supporting the Business Change Leads, providing change management support, training, guidance, and assurance to deliver change in a way that minimizes disruption, builds capabilities, and realizes benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement business change frameworks and toolkits, addressing change interventions to realize benefits across the national CT Network.
Manage and develop the national Change Network, ensuring effective understanding, planning, communication, implementation, and management of business change.
Conduct rigorous and objective business change assessments, recommending interventions to mitigate negative implications and realize positive impacts.
Develop business change solutions and interventions to overcome barriers and improve performance.
Capture and utilize insights from change stakeholders to enhance delivery and embedding of change.
Consider cumulative impacts of change on business areas and escalate trends and issues as necessary.
Build change management capability within Regional Change Teams, ensuring consistent use of business change tools and techniques.
Collaborate with HR and Communications colleagues to understand the "people impacts" of change and align change messaging.
Work with the Benefits Manager to identify and address business change interventions for realizing benefits across the national CT Portfolio.
Provide business change input into governance documents to ensure successful program/project delivery.
Skills and Qualifications:
Hold live SC clearance (Security Check) - this is a mandatory requirement and must be clearly stated on your CV.
APMG Change Management: Practitioner certification (essential).
Proven experience in facilitating groups, resolving conflicts, and developing solutions.
Strong understanding of business change management and its implementation within projects/programs/portfolios.
Previous experience in managing organizational change blockers and issues.
Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft products, especially MS Word and PowerPoint.
Please ensure that your CV clearly states your live SC clearance status.
Join our team and be part of the critical mission to counter terrorism.
Apply now and make a difference!
Pay Rate: The pay rate for this position ranges from £500-£584 per day, depending on qualifications and experience.
Contact Details: For further information or to apply for this position, please contact Lewis at Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208962. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £500 - £584 per day
Posted: 2023-05-22 13:41:37
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Job Title: Technical Project Manager - JICT Application Consolidation Project
Location: Guildford
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £450 per day outside IR 35
Overview:
Service Care is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to join our team and manage the professional consolidation of JICT applications.
The TPM must ensure that the project is well managed and controlled to make the most efficient use of allocated resources and maximize the delivery of business benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the end-to-end consolidation of JICT applications, ensuring project deliverables are completed within budget, on time, and to a high standard of quality
Provide technical guidance and support to project team members and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and implement project plans, including budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, and monitor project progress against key performance indicators
Manage project risks and issues, ensuring appropriate mitigation plans are in place and executed in a timely manner
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of the project, including IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure
Use project planning and control techniques such as product/work breakdown structures, baselining, critical path analysis, earned value, resource analysis, and conflict resolution to manage and monitor project progress
Maintain accurate project documentation and reports to ensure project progress is tracked effectively
Key Requirements:
Proven track record of delivering complex ICT projects
Proficient in Budgets - Principles, methods, techniques, and tools for the preparation and monitoring of budgets to minimize costs and ensure cost effectiveness
Proficient in Project Management - Principles, methods, techniques, and tools for the effective management of a program of projects and related activities through to the successful achievement of planned business benefits
Proficient in Resource Allocation - The effective and efficient deployment of resources, including reassessment and reallocation in a dynamic multi-project environment, to achieve optimum results
Project Risk Management - The effective and efficient management of risk within the project
Has an industry-wide understanding of IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure
Expert in Project Planning and Control Techniques Methods and techniques associated with planning and monitoring progress of projects e.g.
product/work breakdown structures, baselining, critical path analysis, earned value, resource analysis, conflict resolution
If you meet the qualifications listed above and are interested in joining our team, please submit your CV and cover letter to Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care by emailing Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or call Lewis on 01772 208962. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Guildford, England
Duration: 12 Month+
Salary / Rate: £300 - £450 per day + Outside ir35
Posted: 2023-05-17 12:44:19
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Job Title: Events and Campaigns Coordinator Hourly Pay: £25 Job Purpose:
Manage and coordinate a programme of events, campaigns, initiatives, and other activities in line with Mayoral objectives, including city events, community events, cultural campaigns, major events, and exhibitions.
Project manage specific projects and initiatives, working with colleagues across the GLA group and organization.
Contribute to the development of a wider program of events and cultural campaigns, and other community initiatives in London, in line with the Mayor's Cultural Strategy and community engagement policy and priorities.
Principal Accountabilities:
Work closely with Events Manager, Mayoral Advisers, and policy teams to develop, plan, and deliver the GLA program of events/initiatives/exhibitions.
Project manage specific events and initiatives by working with colleagues across the GLA Group and external stakeholders.
Create and maintain relationships with London-wide and national bodies to contribute to the GLA Group event program in line with Mayor's objectives.
Contribute to the business planning process, taking particular responsibility for the production of an annual program of major events for London according to the priorities of the Mayor, including budgetary proposals.
Help integrate London's cultural offer into the overall promotion and marketing of the city.
Monitor and evaluate project objectives and ensure appropriate action in line with the decisions of the Mayor.
Prepare written and oral briefings, high-level advice, and reports for the Mayor, Policy Directors, and senior managers.
Manage resources allocated to the post in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards.
Technical Requirements/Experience/Qualifications:
Significant experience in successfully managing the planning, delivery, and stakeholder management of large public events, campaigns, and initiatives.
Behavioural Competencies:
Responding to Pressure and Change: Maintains a focus on key priorities and deliverables, anticipates and adapts flexibly to changing requirements, uses challenges as an opportunity to learn and improve, participates fully in change initiatives, and supports the team's well-being to cope with pressure and change.
Responsible use of Resources: Continually looks for opportunities to work more efficiently and sustainably, reduces team impact on the environment, improves local processes to maximize use of resources, and monitors and stays within budget at all times.
Planning and Organizing: Prioritizes work in line with key team or project deliverables, makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines, and milestones, identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work, pays close attention to detail, and negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery.
Problem Solving: Processes and distills a variety of information to understand a problem fully, proposes options for solutions to presented problems, builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem-solving, thinks laterally about work, and seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem-solving.
Please contact Lewis on 01772 208962 for more information or send your CV to Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk to apply. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £20 - £25 per hour
Posted: 2023-05-17 12:41:42
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Job Opportunity: Commercial Lead Resource ManagementLocation: Kilburn Police StationSalary: Up to £900 per day
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Commercial Lead to work for a Police Force in Greater London.
Please see below for more information.
Job Role:As the Commercial Lead Resource Management, your primary focus will be working with operational policing stakeholders to translate front-line requirements, leveraging knowledge from small and medium enterprises and leading global tech companies to create commercial models, and delivering market solutions through innovative sourcing.
You will provide innovative and flexible commercial solutions, build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, and ensure best value for the organization within a regulatory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Champion effective project delivery, providing overall direction and leadership to the project delivery team.Lead projects setup, management, and delivery, adhering to professional standards and managing inter-dependencies.Build and maintain critical working relationships with stakeholders, enabling effective partnership working.Complete project documentation and reporting requirements, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.Manage commercial arrangements, assess viable options, and ensure value for money and performance of contracted parties.Provide category management leadership, understanding business needs and stakeholder drivers.Develop relationships with key and strategic suppliers, driving value for money and risk management excellence.Lead the commercial life cycle of the program, including strategy and policy development, sourcing, and procurement processes.Essential Criteria:
Experience in senior management within a complex change portfolio.Ability to influence and negotiate with director-level stakeholders.Skilled in resolving and escalating risks, issues, and conflicts within a complex change portfolio.Experience in managing suppliers and contractors, assuring quality and value for money.Strong team management skills, fostering a collaborative culture and continuous learning.Track record in managing complex programs and projects.In-depth understanding of sourcing and procurement methodologies.Desirable Criteria:
Experience in contract management roles or across the commercial life cycle.CIPS qualification/IACCM certification (or working towards).
If you would like any more information or to apply please contact Lewis Ashcroft on 01772 208962. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £800 - £900 per day
Posted: 2023-05-16 15:55:22
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Job Opportunity: Senior Project Delivery Manager
Location: London/ Hybrid
Rate: £550 per day DoE
Job Role: As a Senior Project Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for championing and implementing effective project delivery.
Your expertise in project management, change, and leadership will be instrumental in driving successful organizational change initiatives.
This hands-on role will require you to lead project setup, management, and delivery to professional standards, ensuring inter-dependencies are managed, risks are identified and resolved, and costs and benefits are tracked and controlled.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide overall direction and leadership to the project delivery team, building capability and understanding.
Lead project setup, management, and delivery, ensuring adherence to professional standards.
Build and maintain critical working relationships with stakeholders to enable effective partnership working and problem-solving.
Complete project documentation and reporting requirements, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Manage commercial arrangements, assess viable options, and ensure value for money and performance of contracted parties.
Manage a team, foster a collaborative culture, build capability, and promote continuous learning.
Oversee complex programmes and projects, ensuring successful outcomes.
Requirements:
Proven senior management experience within a complex change portfolio.
Experience in influencing and negotiating with director-level stakeholders.
Ability to resolve and escalate risks, issues, and conflicts within a complex change portfolio.
Experience in managing suppliers and contractors, assuring quality and ensuring value for money.
Strong team management skills, fostering a collaborative culture and continuous learning.
Track record in managing complex programmes and projects.
Please send your CV to Lewis.Ashcroft@Servicecare.org.uk or contact Lewis on 01772 208962 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £500 - £550 per day
Posted: 2023-05-16 09:13:10
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Job Title: Quality Management System Auditor
Location: Greater London
Salary: £18.72 - £23.78 p/h
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Quality Management System Auditor to work within the Directorate of Forensic Services of a police force in Greater London.
The successful candidate will contribute to the build, maintenance, and improvement of a Quality Management System that satisfies national and international standards and the requirements of the Criminal Justice System.
Key Responsibilities:, Conduct internal audits to test adherence to procedures, ISO 17025, ISO 9001, ISO 17020, the Forensic Science Regulator's Codes of Conduct and Practice, and other applicable standards., Identify improvement opportunities and provide reassurance to management of the effectiveness of the system on the basis of evidence gathered during audits., Establish and control system documentation such as procedures and instructions and test their effectiveness through auditing., Liaise with auditees, process owners, and departmental managers to ensure that corrective / improvement action plans are agreed, implemented, and verified in a timely manner., Provide written reports on audit findings that identify areas of risk and describe the effectiveness of the management system., Provide advice and recommendations on quality related matters to staff and management at all levels across the Directorate as appropriate., Liaise with external auditors to demonstrate the effectiveness of the management system.
Essential Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:, A knowledge of international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ISO 17020., Previous experience in auditing is required., The ability to clearly communicate, and justify, findings and recommendations to staff and management at all levels across the Directorate as appropriate., A broad understanding of the different business services provided by the Directorate and how they interact., Good analytical and problem solving skills to identify causes rather than symptoms., The confidence to work solo or as part of a team.
Expectations and Working Conditions:, Must provide a DNA sample and fingerprints for inclusion on the Staff Elimination databases.
If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208962 or email at Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.
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Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12 Month+
Salary / Rate: Up to £18.72 per hour
Posted: 2023-05-02 15:36:33
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Job Title: RAID Manager
Location: Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters, London
Pay: £426.57-£550
Term: 6 Months+
Vetting Level: Already hold LIVE SC
Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ) is looking for a RAID Manager to join their Change Pillar team.
The Change Pillar oversees change activity across the CT Network, and as RAID Manager, you will be responsible for managing and implementing risk, issues, assumptions and dependencies at a portfolio, programme and project level across the national and London Counter Terrorism & Protective Security (CT & PS) portfolios of projects and programmes.
Responsibilities:
Maintain national and London CT & PS change portfolio RAID controls
Ensure RAID reviews are held regularly at portfolio, programme and project level
Provide RAID input into reporting, planning or benefits products at portfolio, programme or project level, nationally and regionally
Develop, maintain and implement robust, effective and efficient RAID management approach and processes, and provide associated guidance and tools required
Work collaboratively with other portfolios of change and external stakeholders to identify where there are common risks, issues and dependencies between portfolios
Skills:
We are seeking a candidate who possesses the following skills:
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with people at all levels.
Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to elicit information and agreement from different types of stakeholders.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding and experience of risk identification, assessment, and management.
Ability to analyze and use risk and issue information to support effective decision-making.
Highly organized and able to meet demanding deadlines in a pressured environment.
Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team.
Self-starter, confident, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively to tight deadlines with plenty of initiative.
Ability to analyze data and recognize trends that will enable decision-making, and using Microsoft Excel to analyze and present data.
Strong IT skills, particularly using Microsoft products, especially Microsoft Excel.
Essential Experience:
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
Risk and issue management in a project, program, or portfolio management environment and/or experience of risk management in a business environment.
Understanding of the principles of risk and issue management, and the relevant tools and techniques.
Establishing and implementing risk and issue management processes in a project and/or program or business environment.
Facilitating groups, balancing conflicting opinions, and building consensus as necessary.
Providing coaching and guidance to promote adherence to standards.
Knowledge of and direct experience in applying program and project management approaches such as MSP and PRINCE2.
Qualifications:
The following qualifications are required:
Management of Risk (M_O_R): Practitioner and/or recognized industry equivalent qualification
P3O Certification (Portfolio, Programme, and Project Offices): Foundation
Project Planning & Control: Foundation
The following qualifications are desirable:
Prince 2 Foundation
MSP Foundation
If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact Lewis with your CV at Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £426.57 - £561 per day
Posted: 2023-05-02 08:48:02
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Title: IT Project Manager (Inside IR35) Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced IT Project Manager to work with a well-established public sector organisation in London.
This is a contract position with a pay rate of £600-£700 per day LTD (Inside IR35).
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple IT projects within the organisation, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
You will be working closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and to develop project plans.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing multiple IT projects concurrently, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard
Developing project plans, timelines and budgets
Liaising with stakeholders to understand business requirements
Ensuring that projects are compliant with relevant legislation and regulations
Managing project risks and issues
Developing and managing project budgets
Managing project resources, including external suppliers and contractors
Providing regular project status reports to senior stakeholders
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as an IT Project Manager within a public sector organisation
Demonstrable experience in managing multiple IT projects concurrently
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Strong budget management skills
Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Project Manager to work with a well-established public sector organisation in London.
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in the role, please send your CV to Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.
Please note: This is an Inside IR35 contract position and the pay rate is £600-£700 per day LTD. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £600 - £700 per day
Posted: 2023-04-27 15:48:57
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Job Title: Technical NetMotion Project Manager Location: Guildford/ Hybrid Job Type: 6 months Salary: £450- Per Day Outside IR35
Overview: Our client is a rapidly growing IT services company that provides end-to-end solutions to a wide range of clients across various industries.
We are currently seeking an experienced Technical NetMotion Project Manager to join our team and manage the professional deployment of the NetMotion solution, Centurion Architecture Uplift, and the Victim Support Services tool creation.
The TPM must ensure that the Project is well managed and controlled to make the most efficient use of allocated resources and maximize the delivery of business benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the end-to-end deployment of NetMotion solutions, Centurion Architecture Uplift, and Victim Support Services tool creation, ensuring project deliverables are completed within budget, on time, and to a high standard of quality
Provide technical guidance and support to project team members and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and implement project plans, including budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, and monitor project progress against key performance indicators
Manage project risks and issues, ensuring appropriate mitigation plans are in place and executed in a timely manner
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of the project, including IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure
Use project planning and control techniques such as product/work breakdown structures, baselining, critical path analysis, earned value, resource analysis, and conflict resolution to manage and monitor project progress
Maintain accurate project documentation and reports to ensure project progress is tracked effectively
Key Requirements:
Proven track record of delivering complex ICT projects
Proficient in Budgets - Principles, methods, techniques, and tools for the preparation and monitoring of budgets to minimize costs and ensure cost effectiveness
Proficient in Project Management - Principles, methods, techniques, and tools for the effective management of a program of projects and related activities through to the successful achievement of planned business benefits
Proficient in Resource Allocation - The effective and efficient deployment of resources, including reassessment and reallocation in a dynamic multi-project environment, to achieve optimum results
Project Risk Management - The effective and efficient management of risk within the project
Has an industry-wide understanding of IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure
Expert in Project Planning and Control Techniques Methods and techniques associated with planning and monitoring progress of projects e.g.
product/work breakdown structures, baselining, critical path analysis, earned value, resource analysis, conflict resolution
If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience for this role, please submit your CV and cover letter to Lewis.Ashcroft@ServiceCare.org.uk or call 01772 208962 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £350 - £450 per day
Posted: 2023-04-24 12:05:45
