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C++ Trading Platform Developer A leading crypto-native algorithmic trading firm is looking for a C++ Trading Platform Developer to join its London-based team. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of high-performance engineering and digital asset markets, building and scaling a global trading platform that operates across dozens of exchanges worldwide. The environment combines the technical standards of top-tier high-frequency trading firms with the pace and ownership of a technology start-up. You’ll work on a global, low-latency trading platform spanning multiple continents, covering: • Real-time market data capture, • Order entry and connectivity across numerous exchanges, • Robust networking and monitoring systems, • Scaling and performance optimisation of core infrastructure The tech stack is primarily C++ and Python, running on Linux across both development and production. The focus is on writing clean, scalable, high-performance code and continuously improving system reliability and speed. This is a hands-on engineering role with direct exposure to traders and senior technical leadership. You’ll be given meaningful ownership from day one and the freedom to shape your impact. What We’re Looking For • Strong C++ skills (assessment will form part of the process), • Deep understanding of data structures and performance optimisation, • Experience building client-server network applications, • Curiosity to understand how C++ standard libraries and systems work “under the hood”, • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Desirable: • Knowledge of networking, CPU architecture, memory models, or assembly, • Interest in algorithmic or quantitative trading Why Apply? • Work on genuinely high-performance, real-time trading systems, • Significant ownership and responsibility early on, • Flat structure with direct access to senior leadership, • No legacy tech, no unnecessary bureaucracy, • Performance-based compensation with strong earning potential, • Central London office with flexible working arrangements (hybrid), • Visa sponsorship and relocation support available If you’re passionate about low-level systems, high-performance C++, and building robust trading infrastructure from the ground up, this is a rare opportunity to make a direct impact in a fast-moving market.

GROWTH EXECUTIVE - STARTING SALARY £28K + BONUS SCHEME Rainmaker is a business growth consultancy working from our beautiful Fora offices in London’s buzzy Shoreditch from Mondays to Thursdays, with hybrid working on Fridays, and with clients mainly in advertising, marketing, and social. We seek a business growth executive for an entry-level position supporting the team with daily productivity, but with potential to develop into a client-facing role further down the line. With frequent check-ins, coaching and training, this would be a wonderful opportunity for a graduate or first jobber with strong writing skills and attention to detail, looking for a career in business development. Rainmaker is known to be the best at what we do - advising and enabling leading marketing agencies to engage with the clients they most want to win. We do this by identifying business challenges at brands like Netflix, TikTok, PlayStation, Zara, Gymshark, Audi, Canada Goose, Sonos, Monzo, and Estée Lauder. The role primarily involves driving results for client market engagement using our in-house resources. It would help to have a good grasp of how brands and businesses operate in the real world, plus exemplary communication skills. THE ROLE IN MORE DETAIL • Manage client engagement targets using our information and data platforms., • Handle responses and arrange meetings for the parties involved., • Create meeting insight packs to prepare and support our clients when pitching., • Help identify those responsible for buying our clients’ services., • Maintain your data and associated admin on our systems., • Continually strengthen your knowledge of brands, their business issues, the marketing space, and general business environment. CAREER PROGRESSION As a boutique organisation we can flexibly grow and evolve the talent base on real-time progress. Typically, our growth executives are advanced after about 12 months. We will regularly be checking in with you and looking at ways to train, develop, and evolve your skillset – so you evolve with us! RAINMAKER PROVIDES • The best training and support; we all want you to succeed and will help you however we can., • Competitive salary progression, and performance-based discretionary bonuses., • 20 days holiday in addition to public holidays, and depending on the calendar that year, another 3-4 gifted days over Xmas., • Hybrid working every Friday, with access to over 60 other Fora workspaces if required., • Company pension scheme., • Fantastic serviced-workspace in Shoreditch - well connected for public transport, and the buzzy day and nightlife the area provides., • Regular social events., • Free gym with classes and flexible worktime arrangement to accommodate lunchtime sessions., • Breakout kitchen and social areas with a quiet outdoor oasis for meetings and lunches with city views., • Comfy and spacious communal areas with lots of power sockets., • Plentiful and secure bike racks., • Freshen up post-workout or bike ride in the luxuriously designed, fully stocked showers and changing facilities., • New Jura coffee machines, and fuel your day with complimentary fruit, light snacks, and drinks., • And lots of other pleasant things too, like the loan of umbrellas at the downstairs reception when it’s raining! WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU • Strong academic results relevant to this role at degree level, A levels, and at GCSEs (or equivalents) clearly set out on your CV or covering note., • Some intern or fulltime experience with business or marketing., • Strong verbal communication skills, with the confidence to actively participate in internal meetings and discussions., • A passion for brands and marketing., • An interest in current affairs and business news., • You will have excellent English language skills, writing fast and accurately even when under pressure to meet deadlines., • Drive, hard work, resilience, and a willingness to learn and improve your skills., • Travelling to Shoreditch EC2 (5 mins from Shoreditch High Street Rail Station, and 9 mins from Liverpool Street Station) doesn’t present you with any problems., • Current, full eligibility to permanently live and work in the UK.

We are seeking analysts experienced in a GSOC environment to join our growing team. This is not an IT/cybersecurity position. This role will require using intelligence tools and conducting open-source research to identify emerging threats to client assets and personnel and provide timely notification in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Preferred candidates are expected to have demonstrated experience in open-source intelligence (OSINT) analysis, be highly organized, have strong writing skills, and be interested in current physical security issues and trends. There are currently no expectations of security technology systems monitoring (e.g., CCTV systems, access control). Positions are in-person and located in London. This position will involve both day (7 AM – 7 PM GMT) and night shifts (9 PM – 9 AM GMT),* rotating on a month-to-month basis, to include weekend and holiday coverage (averaging around 40 hours/week). *Please note exact shift times are subject to change. Required Skills and Experience • Bachelor's degree required; International Relations, Political Science, History, English, Communications or related field (not cybersecurity)., • This is an entry level position. We encourage recent graduates with relevant educational backgrounds to apply or professionals with 1-2 years of experience in the security industry, military or law enforcement, or any research heavy position., • Experience using proximity alerting or intelligence tools is preferred., • Comfortable working and remaining calm in a fast-paced environment; ability to quickly shuffle priorities in accordance with changing demands., • Deep understanding and passion for breaking news, geopolitical events, global affairs, and risk issues., • Excellent written communications skills, with close proofreading and attention to detail., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team., • Collect and analyze data from global events, using open-source intelligence, to identify and mitigate threatening activities against office locations, special events, operations, assets, and personnel., • Remain in regular communication with your colleagues, based in both our London and Midtown Manhattan offices, for collaboration during and between shifts., • Document, draft, and edit policies and procedures and seek opportunities to improve existing systems., • Conduct a daily review of client travel, as required, cross-checking information across team, company, and client resources., • Conduct analysis and provide recommendations to clients traveling to high-risk areas through formal written reports., • Provide initial and ongoing emergency response support in accordance with established policies and procedures., • Execute routine and emergency communications, as directed., • Liaison between clients, other departments, and company leadership during an emergency., • Research, analyze and deliver detailed assessments and advisories and prepare periodic reporting as required., • Provide timely updates to the management team regarding incidents of concern., • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner., • Encourage teamwork., • Participate in special projects and initiatives, as needed. Qualified candidates will be required to provide a writing sample and complete a proofreading assessment. A non-disclosure agreement and background check will also be required for employment. The annual salary range is £41,600 – 45,760.

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust has a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We deliver specialist services in the London boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Wandsworth and Richmond.We are committed to provide a high quality and specialist care to our service users and we are recognised for our care and treatment we provide. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’.We launched our five-year strategy, Aiming High; Changing Lives in 2021 together with Our Care Improvement System as our quality management system methodology to make a positive impact on patient care, outcomes and staff experience. By joining SLaM, all staff will get the opportunity to be part of this exciting improvement journey supported with learning and development to harness everyone’s potential as change makers.The trust recognises the unique and valuable contribution that people with lived experience of mental illness can bring to a role. We therefore welcome applications from people with lived experience and consider them as an asset to the Trust. Our ValuesWe take pride in providing specialist care to our service users where our Trust values and our promise to be caring, kind, polite, prompt, honest, listen and do what I say I’m going to do is at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you’ll be part of something special.As a Trust we are happy to talk flexible working.Job overviewMental Health and Learning Disabilities (MHLD) Service, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation TrustHighly Specialist Clinical Psychologist, Band 8a full-time, fixed term post (1 year) Lambeth We are looking for a highly specialist clinical psychologist, to work within the Mental Health & Learning Disabilities Service (MHLD). We are a specialist community service for adults with learning disabilities, covering the London boroughs of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham, delivering a service to adults who have additional mental health difficulties and/or behaviour that challenges.The Lambeth post is a full time, fixed term position based at the Maudsley in Denmark Hill. Those seeking full-time or part-time work are encouraged to apply.As a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in MHLD, you will be a member of a borough team that is co-ordinated by a team leader, working jointly with Psychiatry and CPN colleagues. The team works in close partnership with local CTLD health teams as well as social care colleagues, with psychological and behavioural interventions delivered as part of a multidisciplinary care plan. You will be part of a well-established group of 18 Psychologists and Behavioural Support Practitioners, working across the three boroughs, with each borough led by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist.Main duties of the jobMain duties:- To provide specialist psychological interventions to adults with learning disabilities with additional mental health needs and/or behaviour which challenges including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. - To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment. • To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate. - To promote service evaluation, audit and research. - To work as an autonomous professional within registration body guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by the policies and procedures of the service, taking responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions with support of clinical supervisor - To contribute psychological expertise within the wider multi-agency context. - To be active in the provision of staff support within their area, including but not limited to Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve. To participate, as a recipient, in staff support work when appropriate. Working for our organisationThe Psychology service forms part of the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities (MHLD) Service, within the Croydon and Behavioural and Developmental Psychiatry Directorate. Psychology and Behavioural Support Practitioners are under the Lead of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, in conjunction with the Team Leader for the borough. Clinical work is delivered within the separate borough teams (Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark), each one coordinated and managed by Team Leader. However, there are also opportunities to contribute to service developments and CPD opportunities across the boroughs and within the wider Trust, as agreed and under the direction of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Team Leader & Clinical Service Lead. Lambeth and Southwark MHLD teams are located at the Maudsley Hospital and the Lewisham team is located in central Catford, co-located with the wider Lewisham CTLD staff, employed by Guys and St Thomas’s Trust. Each borough team comprises Clinical Psychologists, Behavioural Support Practitioner, Trainee Clinical Psychologists, Psychiatrists, CPNs and Administrators. We work in partnership with our health colleagues in the CTLD and our social care colleagues. Service users live alone, with their families or in supported living. Both direct and indirect psychotherapeutic interventions are provided, aimed at reducing challenging behaviour, improving mental health and recovery and quality of life. . Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:KR 1 Clinical and Client Care· To provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and mental health needs.· To select, administer and interpret psychometric and neuropsychological tests, requiring skilled manipulation of test materials, and interpretation and integration of complex data.· To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventions with carers or families of referred clients with learning disabilities.· To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans.· To provide psychological reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers, service users, their families and professional network.· To select and deliver specialist evidence based therapeutic interventions, drawing on a range of theoretical models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual and their network.· To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients.· To work as an autonomous professional within professional guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service, taking full responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions.· To communicate skilfully and sensitively highly complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues taking account of sensory and cultural barriers to communication.· To act as care coordinator for identified clients taking responsibility for CPA coordination and meetings. KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning· To contribute to the effective working of the team or service and to a psychologically informed framework for the service.· To contribute to the team or service’s delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities.· To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services.· To advise other members of the service on specialist psychological/psychotherapeutic care of clients.· To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans.· To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members.· To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals.KR 3 Policy and service development· To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes.· To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects.· To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities.KR 4 Care or management of resources· To take care of, and use carefully, the Trust’s equipment and physical resources.· To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.· To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons.KR 5 Management and supervision· To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of more junior psychological practitioners with support from a more senior practitioner.· To supervise trainee applied psychological practitioners, behavioural support specialists and psychological practitioners, within own area of specialism.· To contribute to the appraisal of more junior psychological practitioners, as appropriate.· To contribute to the recruitment of more junior psychological practitioners, as appropriate.· To provide supervision for the psychological and/or psychotherapeutic work of other multi-disciplinary staff as appropriate.KR 6 Teaching and Training· To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre- and post- qualification psychological practitioners and specialised training to other professions and staff in local services as appropriate.· To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the service by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychological therapy and learning disabilities and by implementing knowledge gained in practice.· To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance· To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.· To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.KR 8 Research and development· To initiate, undertake, support and supervise regular complex service evaluation and audits.· To initiate and carry out appropriate research as agreed. · To provide research advice to other staff undertaking research within the service.· To initiate and implement the development of outcome measurement and assessment and assist other staff in the implementation of same.· To identify any aspects of own service which could be improved and initiate and contribute to the service development through participating in and leading on appropriate projectsKR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development· To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior psychological therapist according to professional body and Trust guidelines.· To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with professional body and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and professional Standards for Continuing Professional Development. · To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies.· To comply professional body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics/Standards of Proficiency and ensure professional development in line with these.KR10 General· To travel to home visits, community placements and various departmental and Trust meetings as appropriate and across the Trust when required.· To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group and follow trust policies relating to its management.· To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc.) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteria- Entry-level qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level/supervised practice/additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration.- Additional training beyond entry-level qualification in a specialised area of psychological practice (specify options required by the post) through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses and/an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice–based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by a registered body and/or an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma or higher.- Completed training course in clinical supervision and/or accredited to supervised qualified psychological practitioners in relevant discipline.- Registered with professional body as appropriate to discipline HCPC/APC/BPC/UKCP/BACP/BABCP/ADMP-UK.- Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the professional body.ExperienceEssential criteria- Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in services for people with learning disabilities.- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with learning disabilities with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.- Experience of supervising assistant and trainees having completed the relevant training.- Experience of providing teaching and training to psychologists or other professional groups.- Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.Desirable criteria- The Trust encourages and welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges. We see this as valuable and recognise the positive impact this experience can have on the work we do.KnowledgeEssential criteria- Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment for people with learning disabilities.- Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment, therapy and clinical psychometrics.- Knowledge of legislation in...

The use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it, then they are required to declare this in their supporting statement.Job overviewThese are exciting times for the progressive, rapidly expanding Haematology/Oncology Daycare at UCH. We provide highly specialised care for a wide variety of patient groups within haematology and oncology, between 8am and 8pm Monday to Saturday. Staff in this friendly and supportive team develop a range of advanced skills and knowledge by rotating between the 4 main areas of Daycare. Our Supportive care provides holistic care for haemoglobinopathy patients as well as follow-up and treatments for patients who have undergone high dose chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant. We have a busy and varied chemotherapy suite; and a highly respected Apheresis service which includes the peripheral blood stem cell harvest programme, and therapeutic plasma exchange. We have received a great deal of positive publicity for our Ambulatory Care project, where patients undergo high dose chemotherapy and bone marrow transplants as a day-case while staying in a nearby hotel. The Haematology/Oncology Unit as a whole is a sociable, fast moving and progressive area which actively supports nurse led activities and research and offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development.Main duties of the jobThe candidate is required to have existing specialist haemato-oncology experience to meet the requirements of the position at entry (foundation) level with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 or equivalent (30 of which must be haematology / cancer nursing education), who is competent in chemotherapy administration and patient education. They must possess knowledge and skills in all areas of IV administration (including blood products) and be competent in Cannulation and Venepuncture. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to further develop their competencies within Haemato-Oncology by working in the 4 main areas of our large cancer daycare unitWorking for our organisationUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: - University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) - National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery - Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals - University College Hospital Grafton Way Building - Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine - University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre - The Hospital for Tropical Diseases - University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person specificationKnowledge & QualificationsEssential criteria- Registered Nurse (Adult)- Minimum 45 credits at Level 3 or equivalent (30 of which must be haematology / cancer nursing education) or equivalent experience in the specialty- Teaching qualification or equivalent- Studying towards a degree or willing to undertakeDesirable criteria- Attained a Bachelor or Masters DegreeExperienceEssential criteria- Proven clinical experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) with relevant haemato-oncology experiencePatient CareEssential criteria- Chemotherapy competent, advanced IV administration skills- Able to act as a patient educatorCommunication & Customer CareEssential criteria- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing- Able to act as a patient advocatePersonal & people development (KSF)Essential criteria- Demonstrates evidence of professional development- Demonstrates evidence of being able to educate others within the specialty- Experience of facilitating practice and acting as a mentorQuality and service improvement (KSF)Essential criteria- Develops commitment to research and evidence based practice- Demonstrates understanding of audit and quality issues- Demonstrates ability to participate in risk management- Demonstrates ability to innovate / change practice to maximise patient care (appropriate to grade)Information processing (IT skills)Essential criteria- Computer literacyAt UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England. At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage’s staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.We are also members of which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.For further support on submitting an application please refer to the NLPSS Applicant Toolkit:

A genuine interest in marketing and/or social media. Wanting to become a marketing generalist rather than specialising too early. This is a brilliant entry-level role for someone who loves writing, content and ideas, and wants to build a career in marketing.

A dynamic marketing firm in London is seeking an entry-level content marketer passionate about writing and creativity. You will transform various long-form contents into engaging marketing materials, working closely with a small team. Ideal candidates must have excellent written English, a curiosity