Construction Administrator 32,500 per annum Maldon, Essex Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Benefits Onsite parking, 28 days holidays including bank holidays, Christmas shutdown, full training provided, newly built luxury office, company lunches and socials, generous pension contribution, discretionary performance bonus The company This company is a fast growing and forward-thinking business within the construction industry. They are well established and have a great reputation within the local area. They are looking for a Construction Administrator to join their Commercial team who will be based out of their high spec offices. This business works hard to ensure that every employee is valued and recognised for the work that they are doing within the in company. You will be working on exciting projects to ensure they are completed within the agreed timeframe and that all stakeholders are keeping updated Duties Processing tenders and costings - including supporting company, project information and assumptions, clarifications and exclusions Reviewing tender documents and packs Logging of the costs incurred and uploading supporting documents Processing applications for payment Attending project meetings either face to face or via teams Forecast to completion - cashflow forecast by period NEC3/4 contracts and requirements Submitting NEC3/4 communications - Compensation Events Early Warnings, Technical Understanding of CDM requirements and roles Dealing with queries and general communications Building relationships with clients, understanding requirements, and providing updates Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for project requirements, cost information, SQEP information etc. Liaising with subcontracts and issuing purchase orders to suppliers Communicating with site based managers, supervisors and support staff The ideal candidate Microsoft Project experience Excellent IT skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience meeting the requirements of and supplying evidence for external audits (HSEQ and commercial) Experience with ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 and the standard's requirements Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Construction Administrator 32,500 per annum Maldon, Essex Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Benefits Onsite parking, 28 days holidays including bank holidays, Christmas shutdown, full training provided, newly built luxury office, company lunches and socials, generous pension contribution, discretionary performance bonus The company This company is a fast growing and forward-thinking business within the construction industry. They are well established and have a great reputation within the local area. They are looking for a Construction Administrator to join their Commercial team who will be based out of their high spec offices. This business works hard to ensure that every employee is valued and recognised for the work that they are doing within the in company. You will be working on exciting projects to ensure they are completed within the agreed timeframe and that all stakeholders are keeping updated Duties Processing tenders and costings - including supporting company, project information and assumptions, clarifications and exclusions Reviewing tender documents and packs Logging of the costs incurred and uploading supporting documents Processing applications for payment Attending project meetings either face to face or via teams Forecast to completion - cashflow forecast by period NEC3/4 contracts and requirements Submitting NEC3/4 communications - Compensation Events Early Warnings, Technical Understanding of CDM requirements and roles Dealing with queries and general communications Building relationships with clients, understanding requirements, and providing updates Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for project requirements, cost information, SQEP information etc. Liaising with subcontracts and issuing purchase orders to suppliers Communicating with site based managers, supervisors and support staff The ideal candidate Microsoft Project experience Excellent IT skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience meeting the requirements of and supplying evidence for external audits (HSEQ and commercial) Experience with ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 and the standard's requirements Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Location: Bristol / South West We're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Civils Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects across the South West. Operating within long-term framework programmes, you will oversee the successful delivery of technically challenging civil engineering schemes including pipelines, shafts, tunnelling and associated infrastructure works. Project values typically range from reactive works through to multi-million-pound infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a senior project leader with strong underground infrastructure experience, capable of managing complex construction methodologies and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget. The Role As Senior Civils Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the safe, profitable and timely delivery of major civil engineering projects within the water and utilities sector. You'll lead project teams through the full project lifecycle from planning and construction through to completion, ensuring works such as pipeline installation, shaft sinking, tunnelling and deep excavation are delivered to the highest technical and safety standards. Working closely with commercial, engineering and planning teams, you'll ensure effective coordination across all aspects of project delivery while maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of complex civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion Manage projects involving pipelines, shaft sinking, tunnelling and underground infrastructure works Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget Manage and coordinate site teams, engineers, subcontractors and specialist contractors Develop construction methodologies, sequencing plans and delivery strategies Monitor programme performance and implement recovery plans where required Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships Work closely with commercial teams to manage cost control, forecasting and change management Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements, specifications and quality standards Identify and manage project risks and opportunities Chair and attend project progress meetings, site reviews and client meetings Ensure high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across all works Provide leadership, mentoring and development for project team members About You You will be an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager with a strong track record delivering underground infrastructure projects within the water or utilities sector. Essential Proven experience delivering civil engineering infrastructure projects as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager Strong experience with pipeline installation, shaft sinking, tunnelling or underground structures Experience working within the water or utilities sector Strong understanding of construction methodologies for deep excavation and underground works Experience managing projects under NEC contracts Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong commercial awareness and experience working alongside commercial teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation SMSTS, CSCS or relevant site management certifications Experience delivering projects within AMP water frameworks What's on Offer Salary up to 85,000 (DOE) Annual bonus scheme up to 15% Company car or car allowance ( 6750) Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Private medical insurance Contributory pension scheme Structured mentoring and leadership development programmes Employee recognition and long service awards Access to share schemes, cycle to work scheme and gym discounts Employee support services for colleagues and their families If you're a Senior Civils Project Manager with experience delivering pipelines, shafts or tunnelling projects , this is an opportunity to lead major infrastructure schemes within a long-term water framework programme.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Location: Bristol / South West We're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Civils Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects across the South West. Operating within long-term framework programmes, you will oversee the successful delivery of technically challenging civil engineering schemes including pipelines, shafts, tunnelling and associated infrastructure works. Project values typically range from reactive works through to multi-million-pound infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a senior project leader with strong underground infrastructure experience, capable of managing complex construction methodologies and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget. The Role As Senior Civils Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the safe, profitable and timely delivery of major civil engineering projects within the water and utilities sector. You'll lead project teams through the full project lifecycle from planning and construction through to completion, ensuring works such as pipeline installation, shaft sinking, tunnelling and deep excavation are delivered to the highest technical and safety standards. Working closely with commercial, engineering and planning teams, you'll ensure effective coordination across all aspects of project delivery while maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of complex civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion Manage projects involving pipelines, shaft sinking, tunnelling and underground infrastructure works Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget Manage and coordinate site teams, engineers, subcontractors and specialist contractors Develop construction methodologies, sequencing plans and delivery strategies Monitor programme performance and implement recovery plans where required Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships Work closely with commercial teams to manage cost control, forecasting and change management Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements, specifications and quality standards Identify and manage project risks and opportunities Chair and attend project progress meetings, site reviews and client meetings Ensure high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across all works Provide leadership, mentoring and development for project team members About You You will be an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager with a strong track record delivering underground infrastructure projects within the water or utilities sector. Essential Proven experience delivering civil engineering infrastructure projects as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager Strong experience with pipeline installation, shaft sinking, tunnelling or underground structures Experience working within the water or utilities sector Strong understanding of construction methodologies for deep excavation and underground works Experience managing projects under NEC contracts Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong commercial awareness and experience working alongside commercial teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation SMSTS, CSCS or relevant site management certifications Experience delivering projects within AMP water frameworks What's on Offer Salary up to 85,000 (DOE) Annual bonus scheme up to 15% Company car or car allowance ( 6750) Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Private medical insurance Contributory pension scheme Structured mentoring and leadership development programmes Employee recognition and long service awards Access to share schemes, cycle to work scheme and gym discounts Employee support services for colleagues and their families If you're a Senior Civils Project Manager with experience delivering pipelines, shafts or tunnelling projects , this is an opportunity to lead major infrastructure schemes within a long-term water framework programme.
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Your new company A highly regarded business operating within the live events and experiential marketing sector, partnering with a range of well-known international brands to deliver engaging, large-scale events and brand activations. With a long-established reputation in the market, they combine creative thinking with operational excellence to deliver memorable experiences. The organisation offers a true end-to-end service, executing complex projects across the UK and internationally. Their success has been built on a collaborative culture and strong client relationships. They continue to evolve and grow, invest in their people, capabilities and market presence. They offer the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment. For the right person, this is an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation where you can play a key part in driving the talent that will deliver outstanding experiences for their client group. Your new role As Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll take ownership of recruitment activity across the business, helping to attract and secure the talent needed to support continued growth. This is an opportunity to move beyond a reactive recruitment role and play a key part in building talent pipelines, enhancing employer brand visibility and improving the overall candidate experience. Working closely with hiring managers, you'll manage a small portfolio of permanent vacancies across a range of business functions, while also supporting seasonal hiring campaigns and workforce planning initiatives. You'll act as a trusted recruitment partner, providing market insight, managing expectations and ensuring a smooth and professional recruitment process from attraction through to offer. Key responsibilities will include: Managing end-to-end recruitment for permanent vacancies. Building and maintaining proactive talent pipelines. Supporting seasonal recruitment campaigns, including high-volume hiring activity and recruitment events. Screening applications, conducting initial interviews and presenting shortlists. Partnering with stakeholders to understand hiring requirements and provide guidance on recruitment strategy, timelines and market conditions. Managing candidate communications throughout the recruitment process. Developing talent pools of both permanent employees and freelance workers to support future business requirements. Increasing employer brand visibility through LinkedIn, social media channels, Glassdoor and other attraction methods. Representing the business at careers fairs, networking events and recruitment open days. Identifying opportunities to improve recruitment processes, attraction strategies and onboarding outcomes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll already have some recruitment or talent acquisition experience and be comfortable managing multiple vacancies while building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business. You'll ideally have experience managing recruitment processes from vacancy briefing through to offer stage, strong candidate assessment and screening capability, the ability to influence and manage stakeholder expectations effectively and experience building talent pipelines and engaging passive candidates. You should have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, a proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements and challenge where appropriate, and some experience using ATS platforms, with exposure to Team Tailor or similar systems beneficial. This role would really suit someone with an interest in employer branding, social media attraction strategies and candidate engagement. What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious recruitment professional who wants more than simply filling vacancies. You'll join a growing business at an exciting stage of its journey, where you'll have the autonomy to shape recruitment processes, build talent pipelines and make a visible impact on the organisation's future success. You'll be given the opportunity to take ownership of recruitment activity across the business, play a key role in supporting business growth, and help shape and enhance the company's employer brand across LinkedIn, Glassdoor, social media and other recruitment channels. You'll get to build networks with future talent through careers fairs, recruitment events and community engagement activities, and develop trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and influence hiring decisions across the business. Alongside a salary of c 35,000, you'll benefit from working in a collaborative and supportive environment where personality, energy and ideas are valued. This role would particularly suit an outgoing and proactive recruiter who is excited by the prospect of helping a growing business strengthen its reputation in the employment market whilst creating recruitment processes that can scale with future growth. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Your new company A highly regarded business operating within the live events and experiential marketing sector, partnering with a range of well-known international brands to deliver engaging, large-scale events and brand activations. With a long-established reputation in the market, they combine creative thinking with operational excellence to deliver memorable experiences. The organisation offers a true end-to-end service, executing complex projects across the UK and internationally. Their success has been built on a collaborative culture and strong client relationships. They continue to evolve and grow, invest in their people, capabilities and market presence. They offer the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment. For the right person, this is an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation where you can play a key part in driving the talent that will deliver outstanding experiences for their client group. Your new role As Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll take ownership of recruitment activity across the business, helping to attract and secure the talent needed to support continued growth. This is an opportunity to move beyond a reactive recruitment role and play a key part in building talent pipelines, enhancing employer brand visibility and improving the overall candidate experience. Working closely with hiring managers, you'll manage a small portfolio of permanent vacancies across a range of business functions, while also supporting seasonal hiring campaigns and workforce planning initiatives. You'll act as a trusted recruitment partner, providing market insight, managing expectations and ensuring a smooth and professional recruitment process from attraction through to offer. Key responsibilities will include: Managing end-to-end recruitment for permanent vacancies. Building and maintaining proactive talent pipelines. Supporting seasonal recruitment campaigns, including high-volume hiring activity and recruitment events. Screening applications, conducting initial interviews and presenting shortlists. Partnering with stakeholders to understand hiring requirements and provide guidance on recruitment strategy, timelines and market conditions. Managing candidate communications throughout the recruitment process. Developing talent pools of both permanent employees and freelance workers to support future business requirements. Increasing employer brand visibility through LinkedIn, social media channels, Glassdoor and other attraction methods. Representing the business at careers fairs, networking events and recruitment open days. Identifying opportunities to improve recruitment processes, attraction strategies and onboarding outcomes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll already have some recruitment or talent acquisition experience and be comfortable managing multiple vacancies while building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business. You'll ideally have experience managing recruitment processes from vacancy briefing through to offer stage, strong candidate assessment and screening capability, the ability to influence and manage stakeholder expectations effectively and experience building talent pipelines and engaging passive candidates. You should have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, a proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements and challenge where appropriate, and some experience using ATS platforms, with exposure to Team Tailor or similar systems beneficial. This role would really suit someone with an interest in employer branding, social media attraction strategies and candidate engagement. What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious recruitment professional who wants more than simply filling vacancies. You'll join a growing business at an exciting stage of its journey, where you'll have the autonomy to shape recruitment processes, build talent pipelines and make a visible impact on the organisation's future success. You'll be given the opportunity to take ownership of recruitment activity across the business, play a key role in supporting business growth, and help shape and enhance the company's employer brand across LinkedIn, Glassdoor, social media and other recruitment channels. You'll get to build networks with future talent through careers fairs, recruitment events and community engagement activities, and develop trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and influence hiring decisions across the business. Alongside a salary of c 35,000, you'll benefit from working in a collaborative and supportive environment where personality, energy and ideas are valued. This role would particularly suit an outgoing and proactive recruiter who is excited by the prospect of helping a growing business strengthen its reputation in the employment market whilst creating recruitment processes that can scale with future growth. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator Slough / Windsor / Maidenhead area Permanent full-time (Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm) £27,000 - £32,000 depending on experience Hybrid (mix of home & office-based) Summary: Do you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team assisting in the coordination and management of repair works? Our client is looking for a Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator to liaise with clients, trades teams and project managers to help ensure works projects run smoothly. Role: As a Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator you will be assisting in in the diary management, procurement, compliance and health & safety administration of repairs projects, updating full details on the system, keeping accurate records, updating systems and working closely with project managers throughout the repairs process. Operations Administrator / Repairs Coordinator: We are looking for someone who is experienced in assisting in the coordinating repairs/maintenance/construction projects or has worked in a reactive/responsive maintenance environment (ideally for a contractor). You will need excellent verbal & written communication skills and be confident in learning new systems. Organisation and prioritisation skills are also essential for this role. You will also need good IT skills and be confident using learning new systems. Location: The ideal Repairs Coordinator / Works Scheduler will be based in or around the Slough, Maidenhead, Windsor area. There is free parking at the office. Ideally you need to be able to drive/have a vehicle as there is a potential office move in the future that may not be accessible by public transport. Package: £27,000 - £32,000 depending on experience 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm) Company pension plus bonus Apply below to join a progressive company, with a good team atmosphere who are well respected in the industry. If you think you have the relevant experience for this Repairs Coordinator / Works Scheduler / Operations Administrator role, please apply and provide a CV. By applying for the role, you will be sending us your personal data. Our Privacy Notice explains how we will use your personal data; this can be found on our website, or you can request a copy by email.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator Slough / Windsor / Maidenhead area Permanent full-time (Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm) £27,000 - £32,000 depending on experience Hybrid (mix of home & office-based) Summary: Do you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team assisting in the coordination and management of repair works? Our client is looking for a Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator to liaise with clients, trades teams and project managers to help ensure works projects run smoothly. Role: As a Repairs Administrator / Operations Administrator you will be assisting in in the diary management, procurement, compliance and health & safety administration of repairs projects, updating full details on the system, keeping accurate records, updating systems and working closely with project managers throughout the repairs process. Operations Administrator / Repairs Coordinator: We are looking for someone who is experienced in assisting in the coordinating repairs/maintenance/construction projects or has worked in a reactive/responsive maintenance environment (ideally for a contractor). You will need excellent verbal & written communication skills and be confident in learning new systems. Organisation and prioritisation skills are also essential for this role. You will also need good IT skills and be confident using learning new systems. Location: The ideal Repairs Coordinator / Works Scheduler will be based in or around the Slough, Maidenhead, Windsor area. There is free parking at the office. Ideally you need to be able to drive/have a vehicle as there is a potential office move in the future that may not be accessible by public transport. Package: £27,000 - £32,000 depending on experience 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm) Company pension plus bonus Apply below to join a progressive company, with a good team atmosphere who are well respected in the industry. If you think you have the relevant experience for this Repairs Coordinator / Works Scheduler / Operations Administrator role, please apply and provide a CV. By applying for the role, you will be sending us your personal data. Our Privacy Notice explains how we will use your personal data; this can be found on our website, or you can request a copy by email.
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Temporary Accounts Payable Manager - Day rate = 177 Hybrid working on offer! Hours: 37 hours per week Location: BD5- free onsite parking Pay Rate: 23.70 - 25.30 per hour Contract: Temporary (3-6 months) with potential to go permanent Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading education establishment for an experienced Purchase to Pay Manager to join their finance team on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven Accounts Payable/Purchase to Pay leader to drive operational excellence, manage a high-performing team, and support ongoing finance transformation. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end purchase to pay function, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and high-quality service delivery across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and manage the Purchase to Pay team to ensure smooth and effective service delivery Ensure adherence to all statutory, regulatory, and internal financial controls Manage key stakeholder relationships, including internal service leads, suppliers, auditors, and banking partners Oversee finance purchasing systems, ensuring effective use, strong processes, and user adoption Utilise data, automation, and systems to improve workflow management and team performance Maintain accurate purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring timely monthly reviews and reporting Oversee invoicing and ensure robust credit control procedures are in place Champion procurement compliance and value for money across the organisation Deliver training and on-boarding for Purchase to Pay processes across the team and wider business Support audit processes and provide required documentation and insight Identify and implement efficiencies and process improvements Support wider finance activities, including monthly reporting and management accounts Lead or contribute to finance projects, including service improvements and organisational growth initiatives About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience at Accounts Payable Manager / Purchase to Pay Manager level (essential) Strong team management and leadership experience (essential) A track record of improving financial processes and implementing best practices Excellent knowledge of purchase to pay processes, controls, and systems Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to drive change Experience working in a complex or multi-site environment (desirable) What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate ( 23.70 - 25.30) Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Opportunity to make a real impact in a purpose-driven education environment Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate If this role sound like it would suit you and your experience. Please apply today! Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Aug 10, 2026
Seasonal
Temporary Accounts Payable Manager - Day rate = 177 Hybrid working on offer! Hours: 37 hours per week Location: BD5- free onsite parking Pay Rate: 23.70 - 25.30 per hour Contract: Temporary (3-6 months) with potential to go permanent Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading education establishment for an experienced Purchase to Pay Manager to join their finance team on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven Accounts Payable/Purchase to Pay leader to drive operational excellence, manage a high-performing team, and support ongoing finance transformation. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end purchase to pay function, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and high-quality service delivery across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and manage the Purchase to Pay team to ensure smooth and effective service delivery Ensure adherence to all statutory, regulatory, and internal financial controls Manage key stakeholder relationships, including internal service leads, suppliers, auditors, and banking partners Oversee finance purchasing systems, ensuring effective use, strong processes, and user adoption Utilise data, automation, and systems to improve workflow management and team performance Maintain accurate purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring timely monthly reviews and reporting Oversee invoicing and ensure robust credit control procedures are in place Champion procurement compliance and value for money across the organisation Deliver training and on-boarding for Purchase to Pay processes across the team and wider business Support audit processes and provide required documentation and insight Identify and implement efficiencies and process improvements Support wider finance activities, including monthly reporting and management accounts Lead or contribute to finance projects, including service improvements and organisational growth initiatives About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience at Accounts Payable Manager / Purchase to Pay Manager level (essential) Strong team management and leadership experience (essential) A track record of improving financial processes and implementing best practices Excellent knowledge of purchase to pay processes, controls, and systems Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to drive change Experience working in a complex or multi-site environment (desirable) What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate ( 23.70 - 25.30) Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Opportunity to make a real impact in a purpose-driven education environment Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate If this role sound like it would suit you and your experience. Please apply today! Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Our client is a leading London based recycling and waste management organisation supporting construction, commercial, local authority and waste-sector clients with sustainable resource management. They are seeking an experienced HR & People Coordinator to support the Head of HR & People with day-to-day HR administration and people-related activities across the business. The role will support the full employee lifecycle while contributing to HR projects, employee engagement and best practice. Key Responsibilities Manage HR administration including contracts, offer letters, Right to Work checks, references, probation, changes to terms and leaver processes. Coordinate the HR induction programme and maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. Support absence management, return-to-work meetings, medical referrals and workplace adjustments. Assist with disciplinary, capability and grievance processes, including minute-taking. Support recruitment activities including advertising, candidate screening, interview coordination and candidate feedback. Maintain accurate and up-to-date job descriptions and the job role library. Support employee engagement surveys and wider HR projects. Coordinate training and development administration, including apprenticeships, work experience and management training. Assist with the annual appraisal process. Maintain employee data and support HR reporting. Travel to other sites on an ad-hoc basis when required. Requirements Previous experience in HR administration, ideally within a multi-site organisation. Good knowledge of HR processes and practices. Experience using HR systems and producing HR reports. CIPD Level 3 or equivalent preferred. Experience in the construction/waste management sector - desirable The successful candidate must be able to drive and travel to other depot locations as required Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Professional, empathetic and confidential approach. Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to work independently. What We're Looking For A proactive and organised HR professional who can manage a varied workload. Someone who builds strong relationships and provides a professional and supportive service to employees and managers. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information. A flexible approach and willingness to support wider HR initiatives. This role is ideal for an experienced HR Administrator or HR Coordinator looking to develop their career within a growing, multi-site organisation. Pay/Salary: 30K - 35K per annum Location: London Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading London based recycling and waste management organisation supporting construction, commercial, local authority and waste-sector clients with sustainable resource management. They are seeking an experienced HR & People Coordinator to support the Head of HR & People with day-to-day HR administration and people-related activities across the business. The role will support the full employee lifecycle while contributing to HR projects, employee engagement and best practice. Key Responsibilities Manage HR administration including contracts, offer letters, Right to Work checks, references, probation, changes to terms and leaver processes. Coordinate the HR induction programme and maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. Support absence management, return-to-work meetings, medical referrals and workplace adjustments. Assist with disciplinary, capability and grievance processes, including minute-taking. Support recruitment activities including advertising, candidate screening, interview coordination and candidate feedback. Maintain accurate and up-to-date job descriptions and the job role library. Support employee engagement surveys and wider HR projects. Coordinate training and development administration, including apprenticeships, work experience and management training. Assist with the annual appraisal process. Maintain employee data and support HR reporting. Travel to other sites on an ad-hoc basis when required. Requirements Previous experience in HR administration, ideally within a multi-site organisation. Good knowledge of HR processes and practices. Experience using HR systems and producing HR reports. CIPD Level 3 or equivalent preferred. Experience in the construction/waste management sector - desirable The successful candidate must be able to drive and travel to other depot locations as required Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Professional, empathetic and confidential approach. Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to work independently. What We're Looking For A proactive and organised HR professional who can manage a varied workload. Someone who builds strong relationships and provides a professional and supportive service to employees and managers. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information. A flexible approach and willingness to support wider HR initiatives. This role is ideal for an experienced HR Administrator or HR Coordinator looking to develop their career within a growing, multi-site organisation. Pay/Salary: 30K - 35K per annum Location: London Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Electrical Site Supervisor We are looking for a experienced Electrical Site Supervisor for our client, a leading UK building,fit out,engineering and infrastructure company. Site location- Bourton On The Water, Gloucestershire. Job Role: Safely supervise electrical installation activities, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, asset standards and programme Supervise electrical installation works Coordinate subcontractors and daily work activities Deliver toolbox talks and review RAMS Carry out pre-work site surveys Undertake quality inspections and complete ITPs Continuously inspect workmanship to minimise snagging and defects Coordinate with civils, mechanical and commissioning teams Manage materials, plant and labour resources Report progress to the Project Manager/Site Manager Support commissioning and handover Essential Requirements CSCS Card SMSTS or SSSTS Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Electrical qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) 18th Edition advantageous National Water Hygiene First Aid Work will be ongoing untill end of July 2027. Please send CV's for immediate interviews. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 10, 2026
Seasonal
Electrical Site Supervisor We are looking for a experienced Electrical Site Supervisor for our client, a leading UK building,fit out,engineering and infrastructure company. Site location- Bourton On The Water, Gloucestershire. Job Role: Safely supervise electrical installation activities, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, asset standards and programme Supervise electrical installation works Coordinate subcontractors and daily work activities Deliver toolbox talks and review RAMS Carry out pre-work site surveys Undertake quality inspections and complete ITPs Continuously inspect workmanship to minimise snagging and defects Coordinate with civils, mechanical and commissioning teams Manage materials, plant and labour resources Report progress to the Project Manager/Site Manager Support commissioning and handover Essential Requirements CSCS Card SMSTS or SSSTS Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Electrical qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) 18th Edition advantageous National Water Hygiene First Aid Work will be ongoing untill end of July 2027. Please send CV's for immediate interviews. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Global Service Desk Senior Manager, the IT Process Analyst supports the operation, governance cadence and continual improvement of IT service management (ITSM) processes across the firm. The role executes defined process activities, maintains process documentation and controls, and provides reporting and coordination to enable designated process owners and stakeholders to make decisions and drive outcomes. As part of the Global Service Desk function, the role coordinates and administers key ITSM practices including Change & Release Management, Problem Management, and Service Design / Acceptance into Service. This includes scheduling and supporting governance forums, ensuring required records and evidence are captured in the ITSM toolset, and monitoring adherence to agreed standards so that services are introduced, changed and operated in a controlled, low-risk and value-driven manner. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on individual who is comfortable balancing governance with delivery. The IT Process Analyst works closely with technical teams, service owners, vendors and business stakeholders to prepare information, highlight risks and non-compliance, and escalate decision points to the appropriate process owner or forum. Support the day-to-day running of assigned ITSM processes by following defined steps, keeping records up to date, completing basic compliance checks, and producing routine management information (MI). Flag risks, exceptions and decision points and escalate them to the appropriate process owner(s) or forum for direction and approval. Maintain and update process documentation (policies, procedures, workflows, controls, RACI, templates) using agreed templates, and route changes to the appropriate process owner/governance forum for review and approval. Support alignment of ITSM processes with ITIL practices, firm policies, security standards and regulatory requirements by completing routine evidence checks, recording observations, and escalating exceptions and non-compliance for review. Change Management: perform initial quality checks on change records (e.g., risk/impact, test evidence, back-out plans, communications), coordinate scheduling and communications, and ensure the change is routed to the appropriate authority for approval. CAB support: assist with meeting logistics, prepare and circulate agendas and change packs, capture decisions and actions, publish notes/minutes, and follow up on actions to closure. Monitor change outcomes (e.g., success/failure, incidents linked to change) and assist with post-implementation reviews (PIRs). Ensure follow-up actions are logged and assigned to the relevant teams, and escalate overdue actions and risks as required. Problem Management: support the problem lifecycle by ensuring records are logged and kept up to date, assisting with prioritisation and progress tracking, and coordinating inputs from technical teams. Arrange and document root cause analysis sessions under guidance, and maintain the known error record and remediation action log, escalating overdue actions and risks to the process owner. Produce basic trend reports using incident/problem data (e.g., recurring themes, volumes, categories) and share findings with the process owner/manager to support improvement discussions and prioritisation. Service Design / Acceptance into Service: support the service readiness process by checking that required artefacts are provided (e.g., support model, documentation, monitoring, SLAs, knowledge articles, training), coordinating reviews and sign-offs, and tracking actions to completion. Support service transition by coordinating updates between project delivery, technical teams and service operations, and escalating readiness risks where acceptance criteria are not met. Work with ITSM tool owners and vendors to raise requests, assist with testing of agreed configurations, and confirm that tooling and reports support the documented process steps. Support process adoption by using approved guidance materials, assisting with training/briefings, and responding to day-to-day queries on how to follow the process and use the toolset, escalating complex queries where needed. Decision rights: this role works under guidance and does not approve changes, accept services into live support, or own remediation delivery. The role highlights issues and escalates decisions, risks and exceptions to the appropriate process owner, CAB, service owner or leadership forum. What you will have Experience: Strong working knowledge of ITIL frameworks. Minimum 5+ years working within an IT environment. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to adopt, drive, and promote continual service improvement, using data, insight, and stakeholder feedback to enhance service performance, tooling effectiveness, and user experience. Personal: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing governance with delivery. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and pragmatic solutions Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple processes and initiatives. Strong focus on operational excellence, risk management and service quality Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and delivering operational excellence. Always promotes the firm's values and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Degree qualified - preferred ITIL v4 Certification - preferred What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administrator to join our Risk Operations team , based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office, on a 6-month fixed term contract. Risk team - Belfast The Risk Operations Senior Administrator supports the efficient operation of the Risk Operations Team/ Risk Function by delivering high-quality administrative, project, and analytical support to Risk leadership. The role coordinates key project-related activities, maintains risk data and reporting, and acts as a central point of contact for risk-related queries, contributing to effective stakeholder engagement and a strong risk culture. It also supports the delivery of strategic risk initiatives, the maintenance of risk systems and training materials, and the administrative oversight of the firm's global background screening programme, ensuring alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. What you will do Risk Operations/Function Administration Support Support to the Global Head of Risk Operations: Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Global Head of Risk Operations, including the planning and coordination of ad hoc meetings and events (e.g. risk off-sites, discovery sessions, and training initiatives). Deliver broader administrative assistance as required to support effective function leadership. Risk Operations Leadership Support: Assist the Risk Operations Leadership team with the coordination of team activities and day-to-day administrative processes. Responsibilities include preparing and documenting minutes from stakeholder and client meetings, supporting team workflows, managing shared mailboxes, and maintaining trackers, reports, and internal documentation. Strategic Risk Project Support: Support the delivery of key strategic risk projects by scheduling and attending project meetings, producing accurate minutes and file notes, tracking project milestones, dependences and deadlines, and tracking actions through to completion. Maintain project trackers to monitor progress, outcomes, and key risks or challenges including preparation of project status reports for senior stakeholders. Support the rollout of new processes and procedures where they apply internally to the Risk Function/Operations. Risk Function Communications Plan Support: Support the development and delivery of the Risk Function communications strategy. This includes maintaining intranet content and distribution lists, ensuring the accuracy of the organisational structure chart, and contributing to the preparation of regular Risk Function communications (e.g. newsletters and updates). Risk Function Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the Risk Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and the ongoing monitoring and review of monthly Risk Function financials. Flexible Support: Demonstrate adaptability and proactivity by undertaking additional responsibilities and providing support across the Risk Function as required. Risk Management Support Risk Management: Support the Risk Operations Senior Manager and Managers in promoting a strong risk management culture across the firm. Act as a primary point of contact for general risk-related queries from global offices and teams, providing timely and consistent guidance. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with the business, key stakeholders, and relevant third parties to support the delivery of Risk Function objectives. Global Risk Register (GRR): Manage the GRR shared mailbox, ensuring timely responses to system notifications and escalating matters to Risk Operations Leadership where appropriate. Provide technical support and guidance to users on effective utilisation of the GRR platform to support risk management activities. Analysis and Reporting: Collate and analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and emerging issues. Prepare and present clear, actionable insights to Risk Operations Leadership to inform decision-making. Training Materials: Maintain and update training materials and guidance documentation used across the firm to support risk management practices, ensuring all content remains accurate and compliant with firm policies. Background Checks Support Background Checks Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Act as the first point of contact for risk-related background screening queries from global offices and Global HR. Track and manage queries, escalating where necessary, and support the provision of guidance to leadership on the firm's global screening compliance programme. Project support: Support background screening and risk-related projects by scheduling and attending meetings, undertaking research, and producing accurate minutes, with a particular focus on compliance with employment screening requirements globally. Supplier Oversight: Engage regularly with the firm's background screening supplier to ensure contractual obligations are met. Support the maintenance of Statements of Work (SOWs) and related documentation to ensure continued alignment with the firm's Global Background Checks Policy. Administration Support: Provide administrative support across background screening activities, including the preparation of communications, presentations, and training materials. Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with firm policies and standards. What you will have Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, quality and accuracy are essential. Strong MS application skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Power Platforms. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demands and effectively prioritise tasks. Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building successful working relationships. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders across global offices. Display a positive attitude, adaptability to change, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Take ownership of tasks, demonstrate initiative, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, accurate work. Previous experience within a risk, banking, legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
