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Project Manager
Project Manager with Experience of Data Our Client is looking to recruit an exceptionally talented Project Manager with at least 5 to 10 years experience as Project Manager with full project life-cycle experience. Formal project management and enterprise data qualifications such as Togaf 9 or Prince 2 would be very useful for this role. You must have at least 3 years experience of systems, data migration (ETL), Master Data Management, and Enterprise Data architecture design and deployment. With strong interpersonal skills to engage with key business stakeholders and secure Master Data Ownership Must have full project life-cycle experience. Milton Keynes based and must be within easy commute. Some UK travel required and international travel possible in future The duration of the contract will be 6 months initially. The rate will be dependent on experience - £350 - £400 per day. Please send your CV to us in Word format to apply for this position.
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UX Designer
UX Designer We require a UX Designer to join the design team and work along other designers, researchers, product owners and technologists in defining and developing digital products and platforms. You will be initiating and managing projects and lead the team forward in daily design tasks which include conducting workshops, user testing and prototyping. Key responsibilities • Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to derive personas, use cases, concepts, user journeys and information architecture. • Create prototypes based on high-level business, functional, and technical requirements. • Collaborate with Engineering and Product Management to ensure the best creative solutions are realized, implemented and delivered. • Work along business analysts to complement user stories with design output • Work closely with Project manager and the team to ensure the sprint expectations are being respected and backlog defined. • Keep abreast of latest practices, techniques and emerging technologies within the industry and employ these to develop ideas and inspire creative concepts. • Act as a design and UX advocate internally and externally. • Work directly with the client on project scope and expectations. Experience • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. • UX designer with over 3 years work experience working for respected clients as a user experience designer, interaction designer, information architect, or similar role. • Understanding of the UX processes. • Experience in interface design for desktop, tablet, and mobile. • Experience of working in an Agile environment is desired. • Experience of working to strict deadlines. • Proven design track record. • Experience in designing user flows, wireframes and implementation instructions. • Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. • Portfolio of UX and design work. Skills • World class UX / interface design • Strong proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. • Excellent communication skills, written and oral. • Excellent presentation skills. • Ability to quickly turn around detailed wireframes and mock-ups in an iterative environment. • Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. • An understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and other key web technologies. This is a 3 month assignment based in Holborn Central London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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Junior Business Analyst
Junior Business Analyst City London We are looking to recruit a Business Analyst with the following expertise: Total experience required 2-3 years, and will work as part of a team. Should have agile methodology experience, should have experience to be in weekly or daily scrum meetings. Works with the product teams to capture requirements (both functional and non-functional) using various techniques such as workshop facilitation, data analysis, site visits, and task and workflow analysis. Combines all business requirements into a clear, managed, prioritized backlog (Agile) or business requirements document (Waterfall). Should have experience with eCommerce Domain Conducts analysis that identifies current business processes or system inadequacies and presents ideas for process and systems improvement that assist product teams in meeting customer needs. Creates use cases, user stories, functional specifications, diagrams and technical documentation as needed to articulate requirements. You will ideally have a Prince 2 qualification along with Agile. The role will be based in the City London. The duration of the assignment is 6 months. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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Business Analyst with Actimize WLF – Canary Wharf London
Business Analyst with Actimize WLF – Canary Wharf London Our Client is seeking to recruit a Business Analyst with at least 5 years experience as a BA coupled with at least 2 years experience of Nice Actimize. - Analyzing current installation of Actimize WLF solution at a client side - Recommend improvements on data ingestion and batch process performance - Recommend optimal Threshold setting and Scoring configuration which adhere to the client requirements - Improve detection and alert generation Must Have: - Minimum 2 years experience supporting Nice Actimize WLF solution either as a BA or Implementor. - In particular an ideal candidate must have a hands-on experience in doing WLF Tuning activity. - Deep understanding in Actimize platform and tools, WLF Threshold and Scoring and working knowledge of RCM. - Proven track records in analyzing client's requirements and come up with - Comfortable in dealing with Stake Holders especially face-to-face with clients. - Must be willing to travel to client site. Nice to have - Experience in DowJones Sanctioned List and Profile data ingestion to WLF The position will be based in Canary Wharf London. Rate will be in the range £275 to £375 per day depending on experience. This is a 6 month contract assignment. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate in GBP and your availability.
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C# .net Developer – Insurance
C# .net Developer – Insurance Our Client is an insurance underwriter in the City of London. They are now looking to grow their software development team and are looking to recruit a C# .net Software Developer. You will have at least 5 to 7 years expertise in developing complex software with C#. A strong mathematical background would be advantageous but not required. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Expert in C# Development coupled with Java/jQuery Web development Web API, CSS. You will have solid SQL Server experience (stored procedures, table design and some maintenance). Microsoft Office including VBA and advanced skills in Excel and HTML/IIS. Develop and support applications using Visual Studio and other Products where appropriate. Provide support for Microsoft Office Applications along with design and build reports for our SharePoint Applications. The ideal candidate will have a drive to succeed, take part in IT strategy and work in a technology rich and agile environment. The developer will be part of a small team with responsibilities for ensuring the business has full support regarding IT systems. Key aspects of the role will be to: Initiate and promote improvements to MI and analysis Analyse requirements and provide the most suitable solution using the most appropriate technology. Document/support and upgrade a wide range of internal applications/processes As this is a small team, you will need to be flexible in your approach, as you will have primary responsibility for some specific systems but will need to be aware of the overall system. Ability to produce ad hoc reporting and analysis of information in the Data Warehouse Work both as part of a team and under your own initiative Communicate with all areas of the business, at all levels The Client uses Windows Servers and virtualised Windows Clients, with Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint etc.). Additionally they use Office 365 for email, Microsoft SQL Server for our main databases and SharePoint for our intranet. For underwriting the Client uses (Eclipse) and for Accounts (Sun), and a number of other smaller applications for specific jobs, such as RMS for Modelling and Remetrica for Actuarial function. The salary for this role will be up to £50K – for the right candidate maybe slightly higher for exceptional candidates. The Client will consider someone junior with an ability to learn and hit the ground running at £25K - £30K. You will have a 2:1 in maths or computer science, or similar. The company is based in the City of London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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Lead UX Architect – Holborn London
Lead UX Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £70K - £85K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.
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Senior UX Lead Architect - Holborn
Senior UX Lead Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £65K - £80K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.
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Programme Manager
Programme Manager – Milton Keynes Our Client is looking to recruit a Programme Manager with at least 10 years experience in IT having come up the ranks. Formal Prince 2 / Agile / PMP or similar qualifications to Practitioner level. A minimum of 7 to 10 years broad based project management experience – from implementing applications to infrastructure. Must have experience of the full project lifecycle from business engagement, ideation and planning, through delivery (design, build, test) to implementation Keen, enthusiastic and outgoing personality with the ability to engage with the user community and management. There will be some UK travel required and international travel is possible in future. The base for this assignment will be Milton Keynes with travel to sites in the UK and Asia. Contract assignment duration will be 6 months initially. The rate will be circa £600 to £750 per day dependent on experience– although the Client may go higher exceptional candidates. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate in Euros and your availability.
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Senior Technical Infrastructure Project Manager
Senior Technical Infrastructure Project Manager Our Client is looking to recruit a Technical Infrastructure Project Manager with at least 10 to 15 years solid expertise to manage and oversee the technical processes. Must be someone has been through the cycle from 1st to 3rd line support and subsequently moved in to project management. You will be involved with project planning and delivering upgrades to hardware and software and decisions with senior management. You must therefore be able work at all levels and understand the full project life-cycle. Must be familiar with Active Directory and server 2013. An excellent manager and be able to lead and direct a team of techies. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. The Client has sites scattered across the UK and Asia and therefore there will be travel required to meet various teams and heads of departments. The duration of this contract assignment is 6 months. The rate will be negotiable but probably in the range £550 to £700 per day for the right candidate. The role will be based in Milton Keynes. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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UX Design Consultant
UX Design Consultant Our Client is looking to recruit a UX designer Consultant with 3 to 4 years UX Design experience. This is a consultancy role, advising a global player in Education on direction and execution of a number of products/projects, as part of the evolving digital strategy. It is essential that you are self-managed and organized, and able to effectively prioritize and advise multiple stakeholders. SKILLS ● Excellent communication skills, written and oral. Excellent presentation skills. ● Workshop facilitation. ● UX and ethnographic research. ● Ability to fluidly and confidently work in ambiguous situations. ● Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. ● Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. ● Full command of the UX process is a must. An understanding of the Service Design purpose and process is a bonus. ● Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. ● Attention to detail. ● Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. ● Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, etc. ● An understanding of technology. EXPERIENCE ● Senior designer with over 4 years of work experience with blue chip clients as a UX designer, Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. ● Design processes, agile development and lean UX. ● Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. ● Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. ● Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. ● Working to strict deadlines. ● Proven design track record and design agency experience. ● Design degree or equivalent. The duration of this assignment will be up to 2 months. The location is Holborn London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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Senior UX Lead Architect
Senior UX Lead Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £60K - £70K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.
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Technical Infrastructure Project Manager
Technical Infrastructure Project Manager Our Client is looking to recruit an Technical Infrastructure Project Manager with at least 5 to 7 years solid expertise to manage and oversee the technical processes. Must be someone who has been through the cycle from 1st to 3rd line support and subsequently moved in to project management. You will be involved with project planning and delivering upgrades to hardware and software. Must be familiar with Active Directory and server 2013. An excellent manager and be able to lead and direct a team of techies. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. The Client has sites scattered across the UK and therefore there will be travel required to meet various teams and heads of departments. The role will be based in Birmingham. The salary for the role will be in the range £65K - £75K plus benefits Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability
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Technical Infrastructure Project Manager
Infrastructure Project Manager Our Client is looking to recruit an Technical Infrastructure Project Manager with at least 7 to 10 years solid expertise to manage and oversee the technical processes, enhancements, upgrades and installation of new software and processes. Must be someone who has been through the cycle from 1st to 3rd line support and subsequently moved in to project management. You will be involved with project planning and delivering upgrades to hardware and software. Must be familiar with Active Directory and server 2013. An excellent manager and be able to lead and direct a team of techies. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. The Client has sites scattered across the UK and therefore there will be travel required to meet various teams and heads of departments. Must be able to travel across UK, Europe and Asia occasionally. The role will be based in Milton Keynes. The rate for the role will be in the range £450 - £500 per day. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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Senior UX Lead Design Architect
Senior UX Lead Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £65K - £85K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.
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Senior Data Analytics Manager – Kings Cross London
Data Analytics Senior Manager – Kings Cross London The Data Analytics team provides information that is accurate, consistent, timely and reliable, and ensure the information is easily available to users for direct consumption or integration with other systems. The Data Analytics team trains CSI managers and staff to use the data as an analytical tool for the purpose of understanding and option exploration. Champion enterprise-wide culture of fact-based decisions, data quality and accountability. Serve as the administrative chair facilitating a business data analytics governance council which shall review and approve information policies, data analytics priorities and resource allocations. Review and recommend approval for information related policies, procedures and standards. Directs, organizes, and leads Data Ananlytics workstream projects. Works on highly complex, cross-functional, and enterprise solutions. Establishes processes, roles and quality criteria for workstream planning process including inception, technical design, development, testing and delivery of DA solutions. Reviews and approves work plans, timelines, deliverables and resource commitments. Reviews and approves data architecture, data models and specifications. Establishes and publishes performance metrics and plans for DA service demand and service levels. Prepares and manages annual capital and operating budgets for DA assets, personnel and services. Recruits, hires, develops and motivates the DA team members. Reviews and approves functional requirements and business cases for DA improvements. Advises executives on how DA (processes, practices and technologies) play a critical role in improving business management and optimization. Aligns DA technologies with CSI strategic initiatives. Approves selection of tools, frameworks and mechanisms for data analytics. Responsible for strategic, tactical, operational, financial, human, and technical resource managerial responsibilities associated with the following DA and DA-related functional areas: Data governance Data preparation (sourcing, acquisition, integration) Data warehousing Reporting, analytics, data exploration Information delivery (portals, mobile) DA competency center or center of excellence (DA COE) A university degree in computer science, economics, operations, management, or a related field is required A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a directly related area, during which both professional and management capabilities have been clearly demonstrated. Industry/domain skills: Extensive expertise in finance, HR, sales, marketing, product lifecycle management, manufacturing and post-sales service. Medical device or pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred. Experience in and understanding of a wide variety of analytical processes (governance, measurement, etc.). Experience with agile software development. A solid understanding of key trends including machine learning and artificial intelligence. General business skills: Analytical mind with a problem-solving aptitude expressed with clear, concise written, verbal and presentation skills. Experience managing global, complex projects and teams. Ability to complete projects and achieve results in an ambiguous work environment. Ability to take initiative and be innovative. Ability to establish and articulate a vision, set goals, develop and execute strategies, and track and measure results. Ability to build and motivate a team to achieve well communicated expectations. Strong leadership and consensus building abilities across global cultures and all levels of management. The salary for this role is expected to be in the range £70K - £85K. Location is Kings Cross London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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Data Analytics Senior Manager – Kings Cross London
Data Analytics Senior Manager – Kings Cross London The Data Analytics team provides information that is accurate, consistent, timely and reliable, and ensure the information is easily available to users for direct consumption or integration with other systems. The DA team trains CSI managers and staff to use the data as an analytical tool for the purpose of understanding and option exploration. Champion enterprise-wide culture of fact-based decisions, data quality and accountability. Serve as the administrative chair facilitating a business data analytics governance council which shall review and approve information policies, data analytics priorities and resource allocations. Review and recommend approval for information related policies, procedures and standards. Directs, organizes, and leads DA workstream projects. Works on highly complex, cross-functional, and enterprise solutions. Establishes processes, roles and quality criteria for workstream planning process including inception, technical design, development, testing and delivery of DA solutions. Reviews and approves work plans, timelines, deliverables and resource commitments. Reviews and approves data architecture, data models and specifications. Establishes and publishes performance metrics and plans for DA service demand and service levels. Prepares and manages annual capital and operating budgets for DA assets, personnel and services. Recruits, hires, develops and motivates the DA team members. Reviews and approves functional requirements and business cases for DA improvements. Advises executives on how DA (processes, practices and technologies) play a critical role in improving business management and optimization. Aligns DA technologies with CSI strategic initiatives. Approves selection of tools, frameworks and mechanisms for data analytics. Responsible for strategic, tactical, operational, financial, human, and technical resource managerial responsibilities associated with the following DA and DA-related functional areas: Data governance Data preparation (sourcing, acquisition, integration) Data warehousing Reporting, analytics, data exploration Information delivery (portals, mobile) DA competency center or center of excellence (DA COE) A university degree in computer science, economics, operations, management, or a related field is required A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a directly related area, during which both professional and management capabilities have been clearly demonstrated. Industry/domain skills: Extensive expertise in finance, HR, sales, marketing, product lifecycle management, manufacturing and post-sales service. Medical device or pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred. Experience in and understanding of a wide variety of analytical processes (governance, measurement, etc.). Experience with agile software development. A solid understanding of key trends including machine learning and artificial intelligence. General business skills: Analytical mind with a problem-solving aptitude expressed with clear, concise written, verbal and presentation skills. Experience managing global, complex projects and teams. Ability to complete projects and achieve results in an ambiguous work environment. Ability to take initiative and be innovative. Ability to establish and articulate a vision, set goals, develop and execute strategies, and track and measure results. Ability to build and motivate a team to achieve well communicated expectations. Strong leadership and consensus building abilities across global cultures and all levels of management. The salary for this role is expected to be in the range £70K - £85K. Location is Kings Cross London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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