Total 12 Senior Executive level Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Remote, SW1A 1AA

Senior Funding Compliance Specialist (Apprenticeship)
Location: Remote

Closing date Monday 2nd September 2024

The Senior Funding Compliance Specialist role reports into the Compliance Manager and will operate as a senior funding and data specialist within the team supporting with day to day compliance and ILR data management activities. They will also be responsible for leading on all funding and ILR data queries and the management of The Apprenticeship Service (TAS/DAS) data mismatches (Dlocks).

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing compliance checks and ILR data for starts, withdrawals, breaks, gateways, achievements and other changes of circumstances.
• Pro-actively tracking key activities and producing reports/dashboard where required
• Dealing with complex funding and ILR data queries to identify issues and work with stakeholders to achieve timely resolution
• Providing advice and guidance to internal colleagues on funding rules and learner compliance queries.
• Providing technical support and guidance on queries associated with The Apprenticeship Service (TAS/DAS) for both external employers and internal colleagues.
• Managing and reporting on data mismatches (Dlocks) and working with internal stakeholders to resolve in a timely manner
• Running ILR submissions and working with ESFA produced ILR reports (Submit Learner Data portal)
• Managing and monitoring data queries highlighted within the Funding Rules Monitoring (FRM) reports

About you:

• Experience of working with apprenticeship funding and ILR data within a large DfE funded apprenticeship provision
• In-depth knowledge of the apprenticeship funding rules, ILR data and audit requirements
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of The Apprenticeship Service (TAS/DAS) and managing Dlocks
• Working knowledge of MIS systems preferably Maytas, Bud and Aptem or similar ILR system
• Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to work with large complex data with confidence
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and able to multi-task and effectively prioritise work load
• Work independently on own initiative

On top of the salary you'll receive QA's outstanding benefits package:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year
• 3 dedicated study days with access to 1500+ courses (worth up to £3K each!)
• Medicash - cashback for dentist/physio etc.
• Free virtual GP appointments
• 2 charity or volunteer days
• Generous referral scheme
• A superb Gymflex scheme (ask us about this!)
• Our Benefits Hub with loads of high street discounts + more!

At QA, we celebrate difference. We have a relaxed dress code and a friendly vibe with a lot of wonderful social and digital groups (from photography to gardening and everything in between). We team you up with a buddy to help get you acquainted with your new colleagues when you start.

We welcome applications from any and every background and we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a Disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, do you require. To apply, click and fill in our easy to fill application form with your CV. Want a chat before you apply? Find me on LinkedIn - Tim Heaney or email me: - happy to help!

A little more about QA:

QA is one of the largest learning services organisations in the UK, developing skills and capabilities for everyone from apprentices to business leaders.
Headquartered in London, but with a nationwide network of state-of-the-art training centres, QA Group is comprised of four fast-growing divisions- Learning, Apprenticeships, Consulting and Higher Education- all of which deliver innovative and cutting edge skills solutions to UK organisations.

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LOCATIONS: Gurgaon/ Noida/ Pune/ Jaipur/ Bangalore/ Hyderabad

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 8+yrs
• Must have: Functional Consultant, SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (Strong), SAP Manufacturing Execution System (MES) (Expert), SAP PP (Strong)
• Extensive experience in SAP DM, MES, MII, PCo, and DCS with strong understanding of processes and configuration, hands-on experience with MES systems and their integration with ERP, and knowledge of DCS and Plant Connectivity (PCo) along with expertise in end-to-end testing for upgrades and SAP Cloud releases is essential.
• Responsibilities include analysing client needs and functional requirements, define technologies and frameworks for solutions, and implement design methodologies and tools and coordinate application development requirements and schedules, lead/support UAT and production rollouts, and create and validate WBS and effort estimates.
• The consultant will address issues promptly, provide constructive feedback, set clear team expectations, troubleshoot and resolve complex bugs, propose and justify solutions during code/design reviews, and conduct POCs to ensure design/technologies meet requirements.
• Good understanding of design patterns, Concurrent design and multithreading.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in different disparate technologies and environments.
• Enthusiastic about different areas of work and exploring new technologies.
• Clarity of thought and strong communication skills to effectively pitch solutions.
• Ability to explore and grasp new technologies.
• Mentoring your team members in projects and helping them keep up with new technologies.
• Empowering the team members to be solution providers and enable a flat environment where everyone’s point of view is considered and feedback is encouraged.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Writing and reviewing great quality code
• Understanding the client’s business use cases and technical requirements and be able to convert them in to technical design which elegantly meets the requirements
• Mapping decisions with requirements and be able to translate the same to developers
• Identifying different solutions and being able to narrow down the best option that meets the client’s requirements
• Defining guidelines and benchmarks for NFR considerations during project implementation
• Writing and reviewing design document explaining overall architecture, framework, and high-level design of the application for the developers
• Reviewing architecture and design on various aspects like extensibility, scalability, security, design patterns, user experience, NFRs, etc., and ensure that all relevant best practices are followed
• Developing and designing the overall solution for defined functional and non-functional requirements; and defining technologies, patterns, and frameworks to materialize it
• Understanding and relating technology integration scenarios and applying these learnings in projects
• Resolving issues that are raised during code/review, through exhaustive systematic analysis of the root cause, and being able to justify the decision taken
• Carrying out POCs to make sure that suggested design/technologies meet the requirements

Entry-Level Business Development Executive
Cheltenham

QA is the leading tech skills training company and is growing into one of the most recognised and trusted providers for quality tech learning courses, apprenticeships, training, and degrees. We've an excellent full-time opportunity for an Entry-Level Business Development Executive (BDE) within our Cheltenham office.

This is not a standard sales job as your responsibility will be to look at training requests and suggestions that come through from our client; and then quickly liaise with key management to suggest bespoke requests that could be provided.

You'll need to be able to identify the requirements the client has requested, acknowledge the request, reclarify (with potential of upselling) and then action a presentable sales quote in a timely manner.

You'll gain full knowledge of our portfolio and gain sales techniques via our highly renowned in-house Sales Academy plus full on-the-job coaching to successfully deliver against specific measurable targets. As such, you'll also earn the opportunity to receive bonus on top of your competitive salary.

Whilst we're not after a lot of experience, we do want you to be able to work efficiently, communicate effectively with a keen eye to identifying a client's needs.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Identify and liaise with key stakeholders/decision makers from a mix of new & existing customers by telephone and email working to grow QA's product offering
• Input, analyse and interpret relevant sales management information to prioritise incoming workload and qualify sales opportunities
• Prepare quotes and proposals for customers
• Use relevant data housed in Microsoft Dynamics to fully report on sales activity
• Build quarterly plans to maximise sales opportunities
• Increase knowledge and awareness of QA core offering and the full Sales Cycle

You'll instantly become welcomed into the team and be invited for team lunches and nights out. You'll also have the chance to be part of the 110 Club, an amazing incentive-based reward, which will see you go on a top VIP weekend abroad! On top of this, receive QA's outstanding benefits package:

• Competitive salary and bonus
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3 dedicated study days
• Access to 1500+ courses (worth up to £3K each!)
• Medicash - cashback for dentist/physio etc.
• Free virtual GP appointments
• 2 charity/volunteer days
• £500 referral scheme
• A superb Gymflex scheme (ask us about this!)
• Our own BenefitsHub to receive loads of discount

At QA, we celebrate difference. We have a relaxed dress code and a friendly vibe. As well as a supportive team and company onboarding, we'll offer you a buddy to help get you acquainted with your new colleagues when you start.

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The Senior Vegetation Management Inspector (SVMI)-TRAQ position is ideal for seasoned forestry professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation, or related disciplines and with experience in these fields and line of work.

Contingent at the approval of our contractors, our Senior Vegetation Management Inspector-TRAQ may support Vegetation Management Inspector (VMI). Performs inspections, audits, and monitors contractor performance. Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. Serves as a liaison between clients, tree crews and customers.

Note: This position is designated as a safety-sensitive role.

*Active TRAQ Certification required*

Duties & Responsibilities:

• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall resolve obstacles to allow for the completion of the work in a safe, cost effective, efficient, timely, and productive manner, such as managing time and expenses (T&E) in the field, to minimize rework and drive quality.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may manage day-to-day activities to ensure personnel stay focused on the assigned job and verify appropriate scope is being achieved, applicable equipment is utilized, and proper documentation updated.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may act as the VM contact for new business and re-construction work requested by the Energy Delivery organization.
• With PG&E representative approval, the SVMI (TRAQ) may approve scheduling and scope changes in the field.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall encourage public, contractor, and employee safety on site at all times by promoting positive leadership, positive safety culture, good catches, exhibiting an absolute commitment to safety for self and others, and by ensuring all applicable safety rules, regulations and standards are followed. Performs and documents Safety Observations and Good Catches.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may audit work performed by VMIs to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may assist with the training and onboarding of VM Inspectors.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may support PGE Work Verification team to ensure observations are being properly addressed in a timely
• As directed by a PG&E representative, the SVMI (TRAQ) shall maintain working relationship with all public agencies including but not limited to Caltrans, CalFire, USFS, and BLM.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall maintain working relationship with PG&E’s tree contractors to assist in escalated work such as customer complaints

Basic Responsibilities:

• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall patrol distribution or transmission circuits and prescribe work to be performed by PG&E’s tree contractor, ensuring that the clearances prescribed will maintain compliance for a minimum of one calendar year.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall determine when the next trim is required and whether a trim or removal is necessary, assessing all trees with the potential to strike PG&E facilities for failure likelihood and hazards.
• Patrolling, identifying, and prescribing required tree pruning and tree/brush removal Work needed to facilitate completion of electric compliance tags such as 540 tags to meet all regulatory requirements and/or to PG&E Vegetation Management standards and procedures.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall ensure that their work is performed in accordance with PG&E Vegetation Management Standards and Procedures, project specifications, applicable permits, and safety requirements, and in compliance with all governing federal, state, and local jurisdictional agencies.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall be required to utilize computers and be capable of running reports and updating data within PG&E’s VMDSRs.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall be capable and comfortable working with software applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may perform Quality Check audits on assigned VMIs, focusing on field compliance and data integrity.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may be required to assist in outage investigations.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may be asked to assist in the local Divisional Operational Emergency Center (OEC) in the role of Vegetation Resource Coordinator, as required.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may be required to assist in fire and incident investigation.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) may be asked to assist in customer claims investigations.
• As requested by the PG&E Representative, the SVMI (TRAQ) shall perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, laws and regulations, and applicable labor agreements.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) must assure all sections of line are patrolled according to the annual plan and VM patrol standards and processes, and that these patrols were correctly documented under PG&E’s mapping procedure.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) must identify and notify the PG&E representative of newly identified Idle and Private Lines.
• The SVMI (TRAQ) shall perform other Work as directed by the PG&E representative or PG&E standards and procedures.

Equipment, Environmental and Safety Requirements:

• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment
• Walking on uneven ground
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity, or wetness
• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, chemicals
• Prolong periods of time sitting (driving/meetings/trainings)
• Various forestry-related equipment, including but not limited to clinometer, range finder, logger’s tape, DBH tape and various safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must meet the general requirement below:
• High School diploma or GED, AND
• Required to maintain a Class C driver’s license AND must meet one of the experience levels below.
• Active TRAQ Certification required

Candidates must be located within a 50 mile radius of Placerville, CA. For candidates that do not live within this radius and are unable to relocate, hotel costs will be paid for by ACRT Pacific.

Experience requirements (must meet one):

• Five (5) years of experience as a tree crew climber/tree crew foreman with at least two (2) years of line clearance certification OR
• Five (5) years of experience as a Vegetation Management Inspector and Certified Arborist OR
• Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Professional Forester OR
• Five (5) years of experience as a Utility Inspector or higher classification with at least one (1) year of vegetation management experience OR
• Four (4) years of Military Service with honorable discharge and at least one (1) year additional year of vegetation management inspection experience AND Approval by PG&E Representative

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Required Skills:

• Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates
• High level of communication and organization skills required
• High level of Customer Service skills required
• Experience working with data collection devices and GIS software desired
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Self-motivated, organized, production oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed)
• Ability to learn and use company- or job-specific software systems.
• Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow maps.
• Accountability: accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work.
• Accuracy and work quality: performs work completely, correctly, and in a professional manner.
• Adaptability and flexibility: meets the changing conditions and situations in work responsibilities.
• Communications: possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and is able to present ideas in formal and informal situations.
• Creativity: possesses ability to develop and present new ideas and better ways of doing things.
• Dependability: is reliable and has the ability to do required jobs.
• Drive and achievement orientation: sets challenging goals for self and willingly puts in extra time and effort in crisis situations.
• Independence: possesses the ability to work independently.
• Interpersonal skills: builds constructive and effective relationships.
• Job knowledge: possesses sufficient skill and knowledge to perform all aspects of the job.
• Positive attitude: displays optimism about the work to be done and demonstrates a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company.
• Quantity of work: generates adequate amounts of work based on the job requirements.
• Work comparability: performs work that is comparable to other employees with the same length of service in the same position.​

Training:

• The SVMI must successfully complete all training to progress into SVMI or if hired directly into a SVMI position must successfully complete all training:
• OSHA 30-hour construction safety overview (Must be completed within six months of start date)
• Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) or Certified Arborist (CA) from the International Society of Arborist with a Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) certificate. (Must be completed within six months of test eligibility)
• 911 Standby training (Must be completed within one month of start date)
• Working knowledge of QA/QC (Must be completed within one month of start date)
• Computer training (e.g., completion of forms, uploading of documents, accessing GIS) (Must completed within one month of start date)

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Serves as liaison between client’s representative and Operations Manager to support colleagues and to monitor work group progress.

The tasks undertaken in this role are contingent upon the contractual agreement between ACRT Pacific and the Customer. Given the contractual nature of the role, it's important to note that it may not entail a permanent arrangement and could potentially conclude in response to an RFP or RFQ.

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT Pacific salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location,  experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible. 

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For applicants residing in California, the salary range for this role is $46.78 per hour.

Position Title: Senior Vegetation Management Inspector

Alternate Title: SVMI

Position Reports to: Operations Manager

Division: Operations

Department: Operations

Compensation: $46.78 an hour

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Role: Yes

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Great careers are built at Banner Health. There’s more to health care than doctors and nurses. We support all staff members as they find the path that’s right for them. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Becker’s Healthcare recently honored Banner as one of 150 top places to work in health care for 2023, we are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

The role is Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5PM, the location is remote and the team is open to out of state candidates but would like their team to be available to be onsite once per quarter. In this role you will be responsible for managing audits, mentoring staff, and managing reporting for all Banner plans and networks. If you have audit experience with knowledge in health plans and healthcare this would be an ideal role for you!

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position conducts scheduled audits defined in the annual audit plan, as well as, requested unplanned audits resulting from an internal request or a government investigation. Plans, coordinates and manages audits and third party investigations under the direction of compliance leadership. Conducts coding, billing and other business procedure audits and prepares and presents reports of findings at the direction of compliance leadership. Assists with the development of corrective actions and monitoring activities to mitigate risk and validate ongoing compliance with government regulatory requirements. Conducts internal investigations reported though the compliance/ethics line as applicable, assists the organization’s compliance officers as directed to research and investigate concerns or questions related to compliance or regulatory requirements. Provides support to compliance leadership during government investigations, including document indexing, medical record review, research regarding applicable laws and regulatory requirements, internal policies, procedures/operational processes and maintaining investigation file integrity.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Researches regulatory requirements relative to assigned audits and develops audit tools. Conducts audits utilizing defined audit standards, communicates the audit process through a pre-audit conference, identifies areas of potential risk, prepares audit reports, communicates results though an audit exit conference, assists in the development of corrective action plans, monitors effectiveness of corrective action plans, and provides training if indicated.

2. Identifies training opportunities based on audits, designs and presents such education to prevent repeated compliance risks at the direction of the compliance leadership team. Provides compliance/documentation education sessions to physicians and other staff.

3. Coordinates external investigation efforts in conjunction with the Banner Legal Department and Compliance leadership. Maintains investigation integrity by managing investigation files, reviewing applicable laws and regulations, Banner internal policies and relative operational processes.

4. Assists the organization's compliance leadership, as directed, to research and investigate complaints, concerns or questions relative to compliance issues. Investigates and follows up on reported issues as directed.

5. Maintains awareness of laws and regulations and conducts research as needed to identify applicable laws, regulations and practices to maintain compliance. Reviews related policies and procedures and literature. Communicates applicable compliance issues to the compliance officers and assists in the distribution of training of such changes.

6. Assumes additional responsibilities to assist and support the organization's compliance program often dealing with complex and unique situations and problems.

7. Performs job functions on a system-wide basis. Internal and external customers include, but are not limited to, executives and managers, compliance committees, physicians and clinical staff. Must maintain relevant professional licensure/certification.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires knowledge typically gained with completion of a bachelor's degree in business, nursing, internal audit or related field.

Requires skills and abilities normally acquired with two to three years of payer, clinical or healthcare operations experience and/or three to five years of experience in medical coding or audit experience within a complex care or payer environment. Must be able to understand, apply and interpret complex rules and regulatory requirements in a variety of payer or provider settings and relevant healthcare-related government regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Requires clinical or payer knowledge, critical and analytical thinking skills to conduct compliance audits and draft reports. Written and verbal communication skills required. Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheets required. Ability to organize workload, manage multiple projects, and maintain confidentiality of all work information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant certification based on assigned area of focus. Experience in Payer or Healthcare operations, regulatory requirements, legal, revenue cycle, coding registered nurse (RN) or audit standards preferred as relevant to the position.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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Job Summary:

This is a key role within the Global Quality function, where you will have the objective of maintaining high quality standards for the product manufacturing and compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. The scope is focused on Quality Compliance processes and is assured via the execution of the Corporate Quality Compliance Programs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Process:

• Conduct Internal Audit and Corporate Audits as assigned.
• Ensure robust investigation of Audit Observations and adequate CAPA action plans, ensure alignment in Audit Non Conformance Ratings and review/approve CAPA as required related to Internal Audit Non Conformances.

External Audit Process:

• Support External audit process execution, from readiness to execution, help team to resolve compliance issues and timely and robust manner.
• Conduct review of External Audit CAPA effectiveness by collecting and analysing data accordingly

Compliance and Education Program:

• Maintain deep knowledge and keep abreast of all current regulatory and statutory expectations.
• Develop and Deploy related Compliance trainings.

Internal Quality Agreement:

• Lead and execute the process to maintain Internal Quality Agreements in compliance.

Regulatory and statutory expectations:

• Execute Regulation/Standard Gap Assessments and implementation as required.
• Support Quality Improvements projects to compliance/enhance compliance.

Integration/Divestiture:

• Execute Gap Assessments and implementation as required in relation to Quality Compliance Assessments.

The Ideal Candidate should bring the following qualities to the role:

• Practical knowledge and experience in diverse functions of the medical industry/pharma
• ISO13485 Auditor Certification and experience in executing audits
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an open, collaborative, interactive leadership style
• Ability to build and nurture strong and positive relationships with other leaders to partner effectively
• Balanced technical understanding of products and processes combined with business and compliance acumen
• Excellent use of Microsoft Office applications, ability to generate report in Excel and other systems for data analysis

Principal Contacts:

Internal: Global quality management, Site Quality Leads, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Affairs, Quality Engineering, Quality Associates and all other functions as required by the role

Travel Requirements:

Periodic travel required. Once per Quarter.

Education/Qualifications:

• Minimum of B.S., or equivalent, in a scientific/technical discipline is required.  
• Five to Ten (5-10) years in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.
• Two to Four (2-4) years’ experience in a QA/QC role.
• Practical experience and global mastery in global quality standards and regulations governing medical products.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification or equivalent (preferred)

Working Conditions:

• Remote working

Language Skills Required:

• Speaking:                          English

• Writing/Reading:              English

Our ambitions will bring the very best out in you. You’ll be pushed to aim higher and really own your work. You’ll be encouraged and supported to make things happen too.  It can be challenging.   But, as the progress you make will help improve the lives of millions, it’ll be worth it.

This is stepping up to a challenge.

This is work that’ll move you.

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Position Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Manual QA Specialist with extensive experience in e-commerce, marketplace, and checkout process testing, along with proven expertise in mobile application testing. The ideal candidate will be deeply product-focused, with a keen eye for detail and a strong dedication to enhancing the end user experience. This role demands a deep understanding of RTM, regression testing, smoke testing, and other QA methodologies to ensure the highest quality standards for our products.

Key Responsibilities:

- Drive manual testing efforts for our marketplace platform, focusing on checkout processes and mobile application functionality.

- Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases based on product requirements and technical specifications.

- Conduct thorough regression testing, smoke testing, and other types of testing as needed to ensure product quality.

- Utilize Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) to ensure comprehensive test coverage and traceability.

- Maintain a strong product focus, understanding the nuances of the e-commerce and marketplace ecosystem to identify and prioritize key areas for testing.

- Advocate for the end user, ensuring that user experience is at the forefront of our testing and development efforts.

- Work closely with development, product management, and design teams to identify and resolve defects early in the development cycle.

- Participate in agile ceremonies, providing QA insights and feedback to guide product iterations.

- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on quality standards and product goals.

- Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in manual testing, e-commerce, and mobile application development.

- Lead initiatives to improve QA processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

- Contribute to the development of a knowledge-sharing culture within the QA team and across the organization.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Experience with test management tools (JIRA, TestRail).

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in manual QA testing, with a focus on e-commerce, marketplaces, and checkout process testing.

- Proven experience in web application testing across the most popular OS/Browser combinations.

- Proven experience in mobile application testing across iOS and Android platforms.

- In-depth knowledge of QA methodologies, including RTM, regression testing, smoke testing, etc.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

- Experience with Agile/Scrum development processes.

- A user-centric mindset and a commitment to creating the best user experience possible.

Preferred Skills:

- Certifications in QA methodologies (ISTQB, CSTE, etc.).

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.

- Knowledge of automation testing tools and frameworks is a plus.

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• Manage Sodexo’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) and other information security compliance activities to maintain various certifications, including ISO27001, Cyber Essentials + and PCI DSS
• Conduct Information Security Third Party Assurance on Sodexo suppliers to mitigate Risk throughout the lifecycle of supplier relationships
• Support the wider Sodexo business with appropriate action plans and risk assessments for new contracts and other activities
• Improve Sodexo UK&I's information security practices by engaging with Sodexo Global colleagues, leveraging knowledge and technology from the wider business to improve regional practices

• Experience creating ISMS documentation to gain ISO27001 certification
• Practical experience of Cyber Essentials +, PCI DSS and UK government & MOD accreditations
• Prior work performing internal or external IT and security audits, as well as dealing with third party supplier audits
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to share important security updates with technical and non-technical colleagues
• The ability to achieve UK SC Security Clearance is a requirement of this role

• Flexible, dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Fantastic flexible benefits
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

Role: Senior Service Delivery Specialist (Project Co-Ordinator)
Fixed Term Contract 12 months initial (FTC)
Location: Lancaster - commutable

In this role you will act as the first point of contact and providing high quality support to specified clients. Your focus will be to co-ordinate internal resources to ensure key tasks are delivered in line with required learning outcomes and in accordance with contract terms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain project plans and track progress to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Liaise internally with colleagues to ensure all quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain strong relationships with members of the client team.
• Produce insightful reports for clients to support the management of their programmes and events.
• Raise issues that may impact the RAID log
• Escalate risks to ensure appropriate action is taken to mitigate them.
• Deliver high levels of customer service to assist the wider sales team in developing strategic client relationships.

Key Skills / Experience Required:

• Great Microsoft Office - including Excel using vlook up, pivot tables highly desirable
• Experience within a highly client-centric environment, servicing a wide range of offerings
• Working to tight deadlines with high levels of accuracy
• Experience of implementing improvements to business process
• Experience in offering solutions to more complex queries

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-TH1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

About QA:
QA is one of the largest learning services organisations in the UK, developing skills and capabilities for everyone from apprentices to business leaders. Headquartered in London, with a nationwide network of state-of-the-art training centres, we deliver innovative and cutting-edge skills solutions to UK organisations.

Down time:
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days, which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health and wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave. 

How we'll help with finance matters:

In addition to pension, group income protection and life insurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme. 

Personal growth:
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too! 
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics.  

Our people:
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a career, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this. 

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require. 

If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps: 
Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - or email me: - happy to help!

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role: Senior Service Delivery Specialist (Project Co-Ordinator)
Fixed Term Contract 12 months initial (FTC)
Location: Cheltenham - commutable

In this role you will act as the first point of contact and providing high quality support to specified clients. Your focus will be to co-ordinate internal resources to ensure key tasks are delivered in line with required learning outcomes and in accordance with contract terms.

Key Responsibilities:
Create and maintain project plans and track progress to ensure successful delivery of projects.
Liaise internally with colleagues to ensure all quality standards are achieved.
Maintain strong relationships with members of the client team.
Produce insightful reports for clients to support the management of their programmes and events.
Raise issues that may impact the RAID log
Escalate risks to ensure appropriate action is taken to mitigate them.
Deliver high levels of customer service to assist the wider sales team in developing strategic client relationships.

Key Skills / Experience Required:
Great Microsoft Office - including Excel using vlook up, pivot tables highly desirable
Experience within a highly client-centric environment, servicing a wide range of offerings
Working to tight deadlines with high levels of accuracy
Experience of implementing improvements to business process
Experience in offering solutions to more complex queries

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-TH1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

About QA:
QA is one of the largest learning services organisations in the UK, developing skills and capabilities for everyone from apprentices to business leaders. Headquartered in London, with a nationwide network of state-of-the-art training centres, we deliver innovative and cutting-edge skills solutions to UK organisations.

Down time:
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days, which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health and wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave. 

How we'll help with finance matters:
In addition to pension, group income protection and life insurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme. 

Personal growth:
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too! 
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics.  

Our people:
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a career, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this. 
  
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require. 

If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps: 
Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - or email me: - happy to help!

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme