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Position: Commercial Manager Company: Pearson Edexcel Limited Location: 124 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX Salary: £46,500 per annum About Us Pearson Edexcel Limited is a leading global provider of educational services, committed to empowering learners and educators with innovative tools and solutions. With a rich heritage and an unwavering focus on quality and excellence, we deliver cutting-edge qualifications and resources that shape the future of education. Headquartered in the vibrant heart of London, we invite passionate individuals to join our team and make a real difference. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to spearhead our business growth initiatives and oversee the development of commercial strategies that align with our organizational goals. This is a pivotal role that requires a strong balance of strategic planning, analytical thinking, and excellent relationship-building skills. You will be responsible for identifying and cultivating opportunities for growth while ensuring sustainable revenue streams through effective partnerships and market engagement. As part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, you’ll play a critical role in driving our success and helping us achieve our ambitious objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Execution Develop and implement effective commercial strategies to drive growth and profitability. Align business development activities with the company’s long-term goals. Market Analysis and Business Development Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of potential business opportunities. Leverage insights to recommend new markets, products, and services. Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry bodies. Negotiate and manage contracts to maximize value and minimize risk. Financial and Performance Management Monitor commercial performance against key metrics, identifying areas for improvement. Prepare accurate budgets, forecasts, and performance reports. Collaboration and Leadership Work closely with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, operations) to deliver business results. Mentor and guide team members to develop their commercial acumen. What We’re Looking For To excel in this role, you should possess: Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years in a commercial or business development role, ideally within the education or related sector. Strategic Vision: Proven ability to craft and execute effective commercial strategies. Analytical Skills: Strong financial and analytical capabilities to evaluate opportunities and risks. Communication: Outstanding negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Resilience: A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, able to thrive under pressure. Teamwork: Experience working collaboratively across departments and managing stakeholders at all levels. A background in education, training, or qualifications industries is a plus but not essential. What We Offer Compensation: Competitive salary of £46,500 per annum, with a comprehensive benefits package. Growth Opportunities: A commitment to professional development through training and upskilling. Work Environment: A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative workplace culture. Impact: The chance to make a difference in the lives of learners worldwide. We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure an inclusive hiring process. Join Pearson Edexcel Limited and help us transform education for the better!

Job Overview: We are looking for an experienced Senior Treasury Associate to join our growing fintech payments company - Prune Payments. In this role, you will take a leadership position in managing liquidity, optimizing cash flow, overseeing trading operations, and implementing risk management strategies. The Senior Treasury Associate will work closely with senior leadership to drive strategic decision-making and ensure the company’s financial health in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Treasury Management: - Liquidity Management: Oversee daily cash positioning and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational and strategic needs across all regions. - Cash Flow Optimization: Lead efforts in optimizing cash flow and working capital, ensuring efficient use of the company’s resources. - Banking Relationships: Manage and deepen relationships with banks and financial institutions to secure favorable terms and services. - Foreign Exchange (FX) and Hedging: Lead FX transactions and implement hedging strategies to mitigate currency risks. - Investment Strategy: Assist in the development and execution of short-term investment strategies to maximize returns on excess liquidity. Trading & Risk Management: - Trading Execution: Execute complex trades, including FX, derivatives, and money markets, ensuring adherence to internal guidelines and market conditions. - Risk Management: Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial risks, including FX, interest rate, and liquidity risks. - Compliance: Ensure full compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and external audits related to treasury and trading activities. - Market Monitoring: Stay updated on market conditions, economic trends, and geopolitical events to advise on trading and treasury strategies. Reporting & Analytics: - Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on cash flow, liquidity, trading performance, and risk exposure for senior management and stakeholders. - KPI Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to treasury activities and provide insights to optimize processes. - Treasury Systems Management: Lead the development and enhancement of treasury systems, automation tools, and processes to improve operational efficiency. Strategic Initiatives: - Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of treasury policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. - Cross-functional Leadership: Work closely with teams across Finance, Risk, Legal, Compliance, and Technology to support treasury-related projects and company-wide initiatives. Mentoring & Leadership: - Team Development: Mentor and train junior treasury staff, providing guidance on complex treasury functions and professional growth. - Process Improvement: Lead efforts to identify and implement process improvements within treasury operations, focusing on automation, cost savings, and risk mitigation. Requirements: - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. CFA, CTP, or equivalent certifications are highly desirable. - Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience in treasury, financial trading, or cash management, preferably in a fintech or financial services company. - Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in treasury management systems, trading platforms, and financial modeling in Excel. Experience with risk management tools is a plus. - Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to analyze market data, assess financial risks, and make data-driven decisions. - Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in the execution of trades and preparation of financial reports. - Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to senior management and stakeholders. - Leadership: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, mentor junior team members, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. - Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of regulatory requirements impacting treasury and trading operations. What We Offer: - Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement savings plan with company match - Opportunities for growth and leadership development - Work in a cutting-edge fintech environment with exposure to global financial markets

The Team At ITelegant Software Services Ltd, our Management Consulting team specializes in delivering strategic insights that empower our clients to transform their businesses. Working at the intersection of business and technology, we focus on solutions that drive growth, shape operating models for the future, and improve efficiency. This is where your expertise in strategy will meet real-world challenges, guiding global clients to achieve impactful outcomes. Why This Role? We’re looking for a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex business problems. As a Management Consultant you’ll have the unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and decision-makers across various sectors. Your work will shape operational improvements, influence product and service offerings, and support high-level strategic initiatives that lead to measurable growth. What’s In It for You? - Direct Impact on Strategy: Work on high-impact projects that directly influence our clients’ strategies and operations. - Ethical and Responsible Consulting: Gain a reputation as a trusted consultant who prioritizes sustainable, ethical solutions. - Collaboration with Leadership:Partner closely with key stakeholders and industry experts to develop insights that drive transformation. Key Responsibilities - Partner with senior leadership across different geographies to design, implement, and lead strategic initiatives that align with clients’ business objectives. - Develop strategic roadmaps and recommendations that focus on operational efficiency and long-term success. - Leverage industry insights and key performance metrics to provide clients with actionable recommendations. - Perform rapid assessments of clients’ current states, identifying key improvement areas and offering transformative solutions. - Bring fresh, creative perspectives to client engagements, informed by the latest trends and technological advancements. - Create detailed project plans, manage risks, and ensure smooth execution of initiatives within timelines and budgets. - Engage and align with diverse stakeholders to foster collaboration and shared vision across projects. - Apply project management expertise to monitor progress, track KPIs, and ensure successful project delivery. - Lead change management efforts by understanding stakeholder needs and facilitating a smooth adoption of new strategies. What We’re Looking For - Educational Background: BBA, MBA, MIM, MS, or related degree in business or management. - Relevant Experience:Experience in Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, or Operations Strategy is advantageous. - Strategic Mindset:Capable of crafting data-driven, impactful strategies that address dynamic client challenges. - Problem Solving: Adept at breaking down complex, unstructured problems and translating them into practical solutions. - Communication and Presentation:Skilled at presenting insights in a clear, compelling way for key stakeholders. - -Analytical and Outcome-Focused: A detail-oriented approach with a focus on achieving measurable results. - Client Relationship Skills: Ability to develop and deepen client relationships, building trust and ensuring project success. If you’re ready to drive meaningful change, partner with leaders, and contribute to our clients’ success, we’d love to welcome you to ITelegant Software Services Ltd. Join us and help shape the future of business transformation!

BAO is looking for a manager with experience in managing the team and kitchen for BAO's new concept. This new concept is different from all of BAO current restaurants which is why BAO is building a solid team to bring the new concept to the public! As the manager, you’ll lead a small, tight-knit team working seamlessly together and taking care of your team members. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and profitability of your site, as well as actively drive and join in the sustainability of BAO. The position necessitates a specific mix of strong leadership, strategic vision and practical management skills to successfully propel business growth and enhance overall performance, through these 5 aspects: People, Product, Property, Profit and Planet. If you want to toughen the early management experience, and love the energy of the food market scene and bring delicious experiences to life, this is the exciting opportunity to be a part of this journey our BAO’s new concept! Key Responsibilities - As a team-supporter Organising the rota to balance the needs of the business and the team to ensure that your team has the best work-life balance. Creating a sustainable workflow for your team and meet with them regularly to follow up their BAO journey is progressing and fully supported. - As a decision-maker Analyse how the business is performing on a weekly basis with an understanding of P&L, and make decisions to improve the operation that drive the business forward, including: purchasing, inventory, equipment and so on. - As a problem-solver Manager is the main point of contact for any problems that may occur on site such as equipment or maintenance issues, or any customer complaints that might happen, addressing these operational challenges promptly and effectively to minimise disruptions. - As a collaborator Collaborate with others to ensure compliance with the stadium and logistics site regulations, and liaise with traders and ensure stock levels are suitable. The Benefits We want to create a great place to work that mirrors the soft fluffy embrace of a BAO 1. We have a commitment to work life balance. Our rotas are based on 6 shifts over 5 days, with a maximum of 1 double. You are paid overtime, and you will get 2 weeks rotas in advance so you can have a life outside of work. 2. Your development is important to us. Within your first year with us, you’ll have three reviews, giving you the platform to tell us how we can support you better, and to identify development opportunities. 3. We’re serious on our education, meet School of BAO. Learn Mastery, Discover Artistry. A meticulously crafted calendar of events, workshops, talks. 4. Our perks, hands down the best hospitality discount in London 50% off food and drink across all of BAO and JKS restaurants, plus some rotating restaurant discounts. 5. We have our own currency, meet BAOcoin. A reward scheme where you earn BAOcoin by displaying BAO behaviours, and cash in prizes from the BAOshop. 6. There are other ways to earn some cash with the BAO Pyramid Scheme. Sell the BAO dream to your friends, and earn up to £500 for a referral. 7. We’re serious about our parties. Our record turnout for our parties speaks for itself. At the beginning of the year we have a huge Wei Ya Party paired with our Annual Awards Ceremony.Our second large party is our Moon Festival BBQ in September. For good measure we throw in a handful of Karaoke Parties in the middle. The Group BAO was founded by Shing, his wife - Erchen and Shing’s Sister - Wai Ting. Following a trip to Erchen’s homeland Taiwan, and having an mind bending experience when eating Gua Bao, the trio came back to London to perfect the Bao recipe and kick-started BAO as a street food stall in East London in back 2013 to now 7 restaurants across Central London. Over the years we have been fine turning our people culture. We try hard every day to craft a great people experience that translates through to how we treat the employee journey just like we would the customer journey. We’re proud that BAO was recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.