Commercial & Procurement Specialist - Defence & Security - Consultant Job at PA Consulting (London)

Commercial & Procurement Specialist - Defence & Security - Consultant

Do you feel the desire to join a highly motivated team that aims to create posit...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

PA Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Working with large and complex procurements, in any or all of equipment, digital services and infrastructure
Understanding of the procurement lifecycle and comfort around: identifying procurement and commercial strategies
running the processes of sourcing
managing the evaluation of tenders
helping to negotiate and close deals
and properly managing major contracts
Experience advising on contract terms and designing agreements to drive the best from a particular market
Strong interpersonal skills, including recognising how to manage multiple stakeholders
Experience with major government procurements, including the approvals processes, is highly desired
Familiarity using NEC contract forms would be an advantage

Job Responsibility

Designing and running major procurements: helping clients to understand their requirement and how to leverage major procurements to improve their business
creating the procurement and contracting strategy, creating commercial agreements and advising on how drive the best from the market
Project managing and providing expert advice on the process of procurement: managing supplier engagement
the evaluation of tenders
helping to negotiate and close deals
and making the business case to launch procurements and award agreements
Advising and putting the systems and processes in place to successfully transition from legacy to new frameworks and contracts, and to properly manage major contracts including the associated business change
Reviewing client procurement and commercial team performance and identifying and leading programmes to restructure the function and improve capability
Support to renegotiate and improve agreements or help resolve major disputes
Providing effective commercial management for PA’s largest complex assignments, often with large collaborative teams

What we offer

Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare
25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days
Generous company pension scheme
Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives
Annual performance-based bonus
PA share ownership
Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)

Fulltime

Managing Consultant - Public Service Defence

We are seeking an experienced Management Consultant to join our Public Service a...

Location

Netherlands , Utrecht

Salary:

Not provided

PA Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of defence industry experience, with a preference for the Ministry of Defence or management consultancy firms
Demonstrated track record of leading (consulting) engagements and delivering impactful results
Deep understanding of defense policy, strategy, and operations, with knowledge of relevant regulations, frameworks, and best practices
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence diverse audiences
Proven leadership abilities, with experience in managing teams and fostering collaboration
Fluency in Dutch and English
additional language skills are a plus

Job Responsibility

Lead consulting engagements with defense organizations, overseeing project delivery from conception to implementation
Experience / expertise in concepts such us information driven actions, multi-domain operations, complex capability procurement, innovation and or readiness enhancement
Provide strategic advice and insights to clients on defense policy, capability development, and operational efficiency
Conduct comprehensive analysis of client requirements, challenges, and opportunities, and develop tailored solutions to address them
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement strategies, processes, and technologies that optimize defense capabilities
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within client organizations, fostering trust and credibility
Stay abreast of developments in defense policy, technology, and security threats, and advise clients on potential implications and responses
Mentor and coach junior consultants, providing guidance and support to facilitate their professional growth and development
Develop commercially viable consulting market offerings, and work with PA teams to refine existing offerings, including taking these to new markets
Work with PA’s international Go-To-Market and other specialist teams to develop propositions, develop existing client accounts and build new accounts

What we offer

35 vacation days (including public holidays)
Possibility to buy additional vacation days (maximum 7)
Performance Bonus
Pension scheme (with fixed percentage of personal contribution)
Possibility to acquire PA shares
Lease car arrangement / travel allowance
Fun, collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation
Meaningful work that contributes to the advancement of public service organizations and national defense

Fulltime

Solutions Consultant 2 - Federal/ Defence

The Solutions Consultant is the evolution of the traditional Sales Engineering r...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

Palo Alto Networks

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Understanding of data networking and/or modern application design and cloud architectures
Delivering cybersecurity solutions that solve technical challenges and influence new business initiatives
Influencing and gaining buy-in from key stakeholders
prior experience in a pre-sales role is a prerequisite
Creating and delivering technical presentations, workshops, or technical validation engagements
Experience in selling, designing, implementing, or managing one or more of the following solutions - Network Security, SASE, SaaS, Cloud Security and/or SOC Transformation Technologies
Partnering with Customer Support functions to ensure successful implementation and adoption of sold solutions
Complex sales involving long sales processes with multiple buying centers and multi-product solutions are preferred
Familiarity working with Channel partners and understanding of a channel-centric market approach
Previous work in the German public networking security space with knowledge and experience in relevant public regulatory requirements and public procurement law

Job Responsibility

Meeting and exceeding sales quotas by building and implementing strategic, technical account plans that target cross-platform solutions
Your ability to position, demonstrate and create high level designs across the entire PANW portfolio based on customer business needs
Conducting discovery to understand and articulate the key technical, operational, and commercial imperatives of your prospects and customers
Working closely with Professional Services, Customer Success and Specialist teams to ensure overall customer implementation and adoption of solutions
Demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to influence through effective presentations and customer-specific demos, technical engagements, and workshops
Leading successful technical validation efforts based on best practices to ensure technical win in assigned opportunities
Orchestrating supporting resources (Specialists, Channel Resources, Customer Support) to ensure a one-team approach that demonstrates a cohesive strategy
Promoting end-to-end solutions that include PANW and/or partner professional services to ensure customers realize business value sooner
Understanding the competitive landscape and effectively differentiating our leadership
Continuously investing in yourself to develop technical and professional skills that drive your ever-increasing contributions to success of our customers while actively participating within the Solutions Consultant community and at industry events

Fulltime

Solutions Consultant 2 - Federal and Defence

The Solutions Consultant is the evolution of the traditional Sales Engineering r...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

Palo Alto Networks

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Understanding of data networking and/or modern application design and cloud architectures
Delivering cybersecurity solutions that solve technical challenges and influence new business initiatives
Influencing and gaining buy-in from key stakeholders
prior experience in a pre-sales role is a prerequisite
Creating and delivering technical presentations, workshops, or technical validation engagements
Experience in selling, designing, implementing, or managing one or more of the following solutions - Network Security, SASE, SaaS, Cloud Security and/or SOC Transformation Technologies
Partnering with Customer Support functions to ensure successful implementation and adoption of sold solutions
Complex sales involving long sales processes with multiple buying centers and multi-product solutions are preferred
Familiarity working with Channel partners and understanding of a channel-centric market approach
Previous work in the German public networking security space with knowledge and experience in relevant public regulatory requirements and public procurement law

Job Responsibility

Meeting and exceeding sales quotas by building and implementing strategic, technical account plans that target cross-platform solutions
Your ability to position, demonstrate and create high level designs across the entire PANW portfolio based on customer business needs
Conducting discovery to understand and articulate the key technical, operational, and commercial imperatives of your prospects and customers
Working closely with Professional Services, Customer Success and Specialist teams to ensure overall customer implementation and adoption of solutions
Demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to influence through effective presentations and customer-specific demos, technical engagements, and workshops
Leading successful technical validation efforts based on best practices to ensure technical win in assigned opportunities
Orchestrating supporting resources (Specialists, Channel Resources, Customer Support) to ensure a one-team approach that demonstrates a cohesive strategy
Promoting end-to-end solutions that include PANW and/or partner professional services to ensure customers realize business value sooner
Understanding the competitive landscape and effectively differentiating our leadership
Continuously investing in yourself to develop technical and professional skills that drive your ever-increasing contributions to success of our customers while actively participating within the Solutions Consultant community and at industry events

Fulltime

Teaching Assistant

We are seeking two committed and proactive Teaching Assistants to join our Kenle...

Location

United Kingdom , Kenley

Salary:

22000.00 - 24000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working with children in an education or specialist support setting
Strong understanding of SEND and inclusive classroom practice
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Confident supporting learning in both structured and flexible environments
Committed to safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, and continuous professional development

Job Responsibility

Support teaching and learning across the curriculum, including SEND provision
Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support to reinforce learning objectives
Promote independence, positive behaviour, and pupil engagement
Assist with preparation of learning resources and classroom organisation
Contribute to a structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

What we offer

Staff referral scheme for OSG UK colleagues
Enthusiastic, motivated students who want to learn with minimal behavioural challenges
High-quality, technology-empowered learning environments
Ongoing professional learning opportunities through our Global Teacher Academy
Strong career advancement opportunities
Great work-life balance and a focus on well-being
No after-school or weekend sports and limited out-of-hours school activities
Signature pedagogy – self-directed learning framework
Collaborate with fellow OSG educators across the UK and around the world

Fulltime

Ai Software Engineer

Robert Half is seeking an innovative AI Software Engineer to join our client's t...

Location

United States , Nashville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Software Engineer, AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, or related role
Strong proficiency in Python and experience with at least one additional programming language such as C#, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience working with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar technologies
Hands-on experience integrating and deploying Large Language Models (LLMs)
Experience building RESTful APIs and scalable cloud-native applications
Familiarity with vector databases such as Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, or Azure AI Search
Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices
Experience with cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, or GCP
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Job Responsibility

Design, build, and maintain AI-powered applications, APIs, and services using modern software development practices
Develop solutions utilizing large language models (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Llama, etc.) through APIs, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) techniques
Build, train, evaluate, and deploy machine learning models to solve business challenges
Develop scalable backend systems and microservices using languages such as Python, C#, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
Design data pipelines and workflows for collecting, transforming, and preparing data used in AI applications
Deploy and manage AI workloads within cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Monitor AI system performance, improve model accuracy, optimize inference costs, and implement guardrails for reliability and security
Partner with product managers, data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver AI solutions aligned with organizational goals
Create and maintain technical documentation for AI architectures, workflows, APIs, and deployment processes
Stay current on emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Ao2 Administration Officer

Randstad are proud to currently be partnering with a large State Government Depa...

Location

Australia , Wacol

Salary:

40.28 AUD / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 12, 2026

Requirements

Current holder of Class C driver’s licence
Resilient & Eager to Learn
Front-facing Customer Service Background
Ability to navigate difficult conversations

Job Responsibility

Provide effective and efficient general administrative support to work units
Provide reception services including receiving telephone calls and visitors to the work unit and where necessary to direct these to appropriate areas
Sort, distribute and track correspondence and provide a follow up service where necessary
Operate and maintain a range of office equipment
Assist with ordering, stock control, records and file management and financial management
Perform a variety of other administrative or support services as directed by the manager or unit team leader
Undertake work activities in a cooperative and supportive manner as an active member of a diverse work team

What we offer

$40.28+ per hour plus super
Learn specialist skills and knowledge
Break into the Government Role
A dedicated consultant as a point of contact
Discounts at retailers like David Jones, Myer & JB HiFi, Rebel Sport, Woolworths, Hoyts cinemas and many more
A free Employee Assistance Program which will provide you your family with access to professional support services
Access to your payslips at the click of a button via our MyRandstad App
A weekly pay cycle which gives you access to your wages sooner rather than later

Fulltime

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Mobile Associate - Retail Sales

This role supports retail operations by engaging customers and facilitating thei...

Location

United States , Lamesa

Salary:

18.00 - 20.00 USD / Hour

T-Mobile

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED (Required)
6 months of customer service and/or sales experience, Retail environment (Preferred)
Change Agility (Required)
Communication (Required)
Customer Problem Solving (Required)
Customer Service (Required)
Engaging People (Required)
Multitasking (Required)
Sales (Required)
Teamwork Orientation (Required)

Job Responsibility

Develop proficiency in customer service and sales to deliver personalized technology and service solutions that meet individual needs
Utilize digital tools to demonstrate network coverage, service plans, and product features to enhance customer understanding and engagement
Complete required training to build knowledge of retail processes, systems, and wireless technology innovations
Collaborate with colleagues across channels to support a seamless customer experience and contribute to team initiatives
Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

What we offer

competitive base salary and compensation package
annual stock grant
employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
free, year-round money coaches
medical, dental and vision insurance
flexible spending account
paid time off
up to 12 paid holidays
paid parental and family leave

Parttime

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