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About Us The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations.Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide. What is it like to work here? We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team. The Opportunity We are looking for a Senior Administrator to join our Company Secretarial Team as part of our financial services business in Dublin.As part of the global expansion of the Maples Group’s financial services offering, our Dublin office opened its doors in 2008. Located in the city centre, a commitment to service excellence and investment in our people quickly established Dublin as a regional hub where our 200+ teammates deliver best-in-class solutions to clients worldwide alongside our colleagues in legal services. As part of our Dublin team you will be performing the below key duties: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Business Development Administrator
About Us The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations. Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide. We Seek Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and all aspects of their work. About the Role The BDA reports to the Regional Senior Business Development Executive with indirect reporting lines to the MaplesFS Executive Management Committee members and the Head of Business Development and Client Relationship Management. Its tactical responsibilities feed one larger objective: providing business development and client relationship management support and delivering market research/ business intelligence projects for Fund Services in Europe in line with the firm's annual business goals. Key Duties: The Business Development Administrator is a varied and wide-ranging role. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: Core Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Administrator
About Us The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest managers, private equity firms, and international corporations. Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide. What is it like to work here? We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team. The Opportunity We are looking for a Administrator to join our team as part of our financial services business in Dublin. As part of the global expansion of the Maples Group’s financial services offering, our Dublin office opened its doors in 2008. Located in the city centre, a commitment to service excellence and investment in our people quickly established Dublin as a regional hub where our 200+ teammates deliver best-in-class solutions to clients worldwide, alongside our colleagues in legal services. As part of our Dublin team, you will be responsible for providing general administrative support to a team of professional directors who manage portfolios of special purpose vehicles (SPVs), including performing the below key duties: Key Duties: The Administrator is a varied and wide-ranging role. This includes, but is not limited to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Financial Controller
RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health. Here, you will thrive in an innovative and inclusive atmosphere, and your personal development and wellbeing will be supported. We invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission “To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health”. We seek candidates whose experience to date has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to the “Race Equality Action Plan 2025-2029” at RCSI. Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. This makes our university stronger and ensures we hire the best talent. For each of the last six years, RCSI has been positioned in the Top 300 of universities worldwide in the Times Higher World University Rankings. We are proud that RCSI ranks first in the world for “Good Health and Well-being” in the Times Higher Education #SDG #SDG Impact Rankings 2025. This reflects our commitment to supporting people of all ages to live healthy lives and our work to promote the concepts of well-being and positive health. Our values of Respect, Collaboration, Scholarship and Innovation continue to unite and direct our purpose. Innovating for a Healthier Future 2023-2027 is RCSI’s new five-year strategic plan. Through it, RCSI will enhance human health by meeting the health workforce needs of society, creating the insights and inventions that drive health improvements, and working in partnership with patients and the public in support of better health and well-being for all. The strategy unites the RCSI community in supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals – with a particular focus on Goal 3, which targets good health and well-being. More details about RCSI can be found at www.rcsi.ie; in particular. At RCSI, our core values of Respect, Collaboration, Scholarship, and Innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Our dedication to these values ensures that we foster a culture of mutual respect, open collaboration, continuous learning, and innovative thinking. Join us at RCSI, where your contributions will be recognised, and you will be part of a dynamic team making a real impact on global health. The Finance Department The Finance Team has responsibility for the financial management of the organisation which comprises activities to support 3 pillars Education, Research & Service to society, underpinned key enablers including its people and finance/governance, in line with its values. The role of the Finance team is to be a key enabler in the organisation, delivering on its strategic ambitions while ensuring robust financial management and control. RCSI operates as a not-for-profit institution, regulated by Charities legislation in a multi-company and currency environment. The finance team comprises 29 staff in Ireland and 9 in Bahrain. The role This role has a very clear strategic focus and is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic finance professional to be a key member of the Finance Management team, of a growing organisation in the health sciences sector. The primary role is to ensure disciplined financial stewardship of an international organisation, ensuring structures, processes and procedures are in place to manage the day-to-day operation of the financial governance, reporting, operations and compliance matters for the organization. The role will include managing a wide range of finance and accounting related operations, with responsibility for group financial reporting including statutory and management accounting and compliance matters over a multi-campus structure. The individual will be expected to provide insightful and practical decision-making support to the Senior Management Team, be a solution-focused team player, with strong analytical numerical and communication skills. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to work well to tight deadlines, prioritise key deliverables, provide “translational finance” in report writing and to add value by driving change and efficiencies through leading role on projects, team development, all in line with RCSI values. Responsibilities of the role The role responsibilities are considered under the following key areas • Financial Management & Reporting • Governance & Compliance • Strategic Projects & Continual Improvement • Leadership & Team Management • Other FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & REPORTING Financial reporting • Preparation of group financial reporting (management, statutory and regulatory) for internal and external stakeholder analysis, under appropriate accounting and regulatory requirements including delivery of unqualified audit opinions • Oversight of annual valuation process including property, pension and currency, ensuring alignment with the strategic financial planning team • Ensure effective business insights (“translational finance”) in terms of presentation and publications, leading the analysis and interpretation of financial and business data, to ensure accuracy, commerciality and appropriate metrics including Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). Financial Management • Ensure effective internal control systems are in place to address including addressing cyber threats, cost management including capital, billing and collection processes, cash/treasury, procurement, research and regulation requirements, working “hand in glove” with the relevant financial operations teams. Ensure regular review of policies & procedures and process flows, in line with the cycle of Internal Audit Reviews cross campus. • Ensure effective cost management including assessment of strategic investment under the Impact Planning Group in line with the organisational strategy and UN Principles for responsible investing (ESG) and accounting requirements • Ensure effective management and engagement with key stakeholders to source data, agree information requirements and co-ordinate communications as required, including under the Business Review process GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including company secretarial, charity, taxation, covenants, pension (defined benefit & defined contribution) schemes and the organisations Compliance Obligations Register” working closely with RCSI Legal Counsel in determining Risk • Oversee the group internal and external audits and other Control Assurance reviews as they arise (e.g. Research Audits) • Proactively manage group taxation compliance requirements from establishment to business-as-usual process, across the global campus, working with the Head of Strategic Financial Planning. Oversee Annual External Reviews including PAYE/PRSI, Withholding taxes, VAT etc. to ensure processes are appropriate to meet evolving tax law, working closely with Head of Financial Operations STRATEGIC PROJECTS & CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT • Lead and contribute to a variety of strategic projects and initiatives as required, including IT systems, process improvements, KPI reporting and general cost and revenue management • Proactively contribute to a continual improvement mindset, developing and implementing actions to raise standards and improve operational effectiveness through process, technology and/or people capabilities, including the Quality Enhancement Plan 2025 LEADERSHIP & TEAM MANAGEMENT • Empower direct reports to “own” their area of responsibility, under a culture of collaboration to ensure a high performing motivated team. Ensure that the team achieve their own personal and professional development goals under the RCSI Performance Development System (PDP). OTHER • Assist in the management of key governance Committees including Finance Committee and Audit & Risk Committee • Management of all day-to-day finance related activities throughout the Group • Manage the external and internal auditor relationships • Ensure the finance team obtain appropriate technical and other support • Manage Group day-to-day treasury related matters • Oversee accounting / reporting systems and optimisation of use of such systems • Support on ad hoc finance related initiatives and projects as they arise • Undertaking overseas assignments as may be required from time to time • Undergoing programmes of training and development as may be required from time to time Experience required • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant big 4 trained with post qualification experience in a multi-national environment • Strong knowledge of accounting regulation and processes regarding income statement, balance sheet and cash flow impact for business decisions, with ability to perform capital planning analysis • Strong leadership skills with experience working in a large organisation and team management • Strong financial management and control skills, with an ability to translate key messages succinctly (“translational finance”) • Proven track record of change management • Highly organized and proven track record in in a fast-paced environment • Excellent oral and written skills with ability to present confidently and competently regularly to senior executive and at board level • Proven ability to mentor and develop talent in the team and build capacity and forward plan to ensure a balanced workload • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate/advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint • Ability to use AI assisted tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making. Competencies Required • Strategic Focus - An ability to contribute added-value and strategic direction, with a collaborative approach to obtaining results. This will include the ability to make decisions and meet deadlines, to work on one’s own initiative as well as in a team environment with strong leadership capabilities. A strong presence with an ability to command respect and credibility, both technically and personally will be required. The individual should be results-driven & solution-oriented with the ability to prioritise workload, manage up, across and down the College as well as managing time effectively. The individual should be capable of applying creative thinking and sound reasoning in problem solving. • Leadership & Team Management - Strong evidence of leadership and people management skills including the ability to motivate others, effectively balancing performance delivery with a supportive and nurturing developmental environment. Be a team player with the ability to work effectively within a team environment and on own initiative with staff management experience and operation of performance appraisal system • Motivation & Organisation – Highly motivated and dynamic-ability individual to work to deadlines and achieve targets (“finisher” qualities). Have a proven track record and keen interest in continual improvement and change management/processes with the vision, drive and initiative to promote and lead change in a progressive and dynamic environment. Exceptional organisational skills and ability to prioritise work with competing demands. • Communication - Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence, be articulate & professional in their approach including strong written communication skills with proven track record of drafting Reports/Briefing Documents, with an ability to bring issues to a conclusion, reporting key insights in a format that is easily translated and understood by non-financial audience (“translational finance”) • Continuous Personal Development - Strong commitment to continuous personal development We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you. Application Process Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter. Informal Enquiries: Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Rebecca O’Brien, Human Resources Department (email: rebeccaobrien@rcsi.ie). All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage www.rcsi/careers. Rebecca can arrange for relevant queries on the academic aspects of the role to be addressed by the hiring manager. Please note we do not accept CVs directly. Garda vetting and occupational health review may be required for this role, depending on the nature of the duties and responsibilities. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process. Eligibility to Work in Ireland Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in Ireland. Employee Benefits At RCSI, we help care for our people so they can focus on our mission to Educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health. RCSI truly goes above and beyond to support its employees, ensuring they have everything they need to thrive both personally and professionally. Here's a glimpse of the fantastic benefit available: Health and Wellbeing: • Our Inspire Programme promotes the importance of taking care of both our general health and mental health. Inspire manages the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offered through SpectrumLife. Past events held by Inspire have included, workshops on mindfulness practices, yoga, nutritional advice, financial advice on mortgages, pensions & health insurance from leading experts, fitness challenges, baking competitions, weight loss programmes, annual flu vaccination campaign and many more. • You can also enjoy access to an onsite gym for just €10 per month. Work –Life Balance: • Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for fostering employee well-being, productivity, and overall satisfaction. At RCSI, we offer flexible working arrangements, study leave, and career breaks. In addition to 20 days of annual leave, employees receive an extra 6.5 days of university privilege days, which occur annually around the Christmas and Easter breaks. Family Benefits: • RCSI offers enhanced family leave to our working parents with fully paid Maternity, Adoptive, Paternity and Surrogacy Leave. We also offer the first two weeks of Parents leave fully paid for, as well as the option to take Parental Leave until your child is 18 years old. We provide access to Platform 55, a new Parents Platform to support staff before, during, and after becoming a parent. We also offer flexible working, discounted Giraffe crèche services of up to 20% and a Parents and Carers’ Network. Financial Security: • Benefit from automatic enrolment in a pension scheme with Willis Towers Watson with the employer contributions increasing with your length of service, Death in Service of up to 4 times your salary, long-term illness and disability income replacement, and free advice on health, motor, and home insurance. Discounted Services: • Avail of discounted GP services, Taxsaver commuter tickets, the BiketoWork scheme, free eye tests at the National Optometry Centre, and discounted parking at St. Stephen's Green/RCSI car park. Recognition: • At RCSI, we value and recognise the contributions of our staff through various awards and events, such as Long Service recognition, the Vice Chancellor Staff Awards, and through Research Day. Professional Growth: • RCSI’s Staff Learning and Development is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities and support to help them reach their full potential and thrive at work. Offerings include a comprehensive programme of staff training, management and leadership development, mentoring, coaching and funding support for further study. Staff Networks: • Additionally, we support a range of staff networks, including the Women’s Network, Postdoctoral Staff Network, Parents & Carers’ Network, Project Manager’s Network, LGBTI+ Network, Age Friendly Network etc. These networks help RCSI to foster a sense of community and inclusivity. Sports and Social Club: • Engage in a variety of activities such as Yoga, Pilates and a variety of different Fitness classes. Enjoy social evenings, Book Clubs, Summer BBQs and one-off events like the Taste of Dublin, Bloom, Dublin Horse Show and Dublin Zoo. We also have a variety of discount tickets for shows and events through the year. Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI. Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position. RCSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or race. RCSI is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do. This ensures we can all work and learn in an environment defined by dignity and respect. Eligibility to work in Ireland is a requirement of this role, Proof of eligibility documentation will be required at a later date. Under limited and specific circumstances (research/ specialist roles) RCSI may be in a position to seek a hosting agreement and/or work permits. Employees are required to undertake 6 months service in their current role before applying for other internal opportunities, unless agreed in advance by the SMT representative
System Engineer
About This Role: Role Purpose and Context eir is one of lreland’s largest Telecommunications Providers and is progressing a new initiative to migrate computing workloads to a flexible open-source platform based on Openstack & Kubernetes. As a result, a role is available for a Systems Engineer with Linux experience to assist in the design, development, and maintenance of this platform. The Systems Engineer will work collaboratively with internal teams through development, deployment, and operation of new microservice-based services, as well as the migration of other services compatible with the platform. You will also be part of the team responsible for continuing design, development, and maintenance of the environment itself. The ideal candidate should have a broad range of hands-on technical skills with strong design and implementation skills, and at least one successfully completed design/build project. Expectations From The Role: Key Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Business Development Manager
Now under the management of FBD Hotels & Resorts We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our team. The main focus of this role is developing and executing sales strategies whilst forging and retaining new relationships within the industry. The properties have a strong mix of business and are positioned within all markets, corporate, MICE and leisure. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sales & Marketing Manager and the Reservation/Revenue Manager in order to achieve the hotels goals and targets. Key responsibilities include: • To assist with the development and implementation of the sales strategy and activity plan, to ensure revenues and sales goals are achieved. • Creating an effective monthly sales activity plan, demonstrating tactical and strategic actions, to include sales calls, client entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows both nationally and internationally. • Responsible for the identification, proactive targeting, and conversion of new business. • Develop and maintain relationships with existing key accounts and industry partners, to achieve targeted sales. To ensure effective management of key accounts, to recognise and capitalise on all opportunities from these existing accounts and maintain them to their optimum level. • To be an ambassador for the Hotel and to immerse yourself and attend all appropriate events. To nurture and develop business relationships with the key players and influencers in the area. • Proactive Tele Sales and targeting of lapsed and past clients. • Sales Activity – face to face sales calls, national and international travel attending conferences, tradeshows, workshops and networking event. • Understands the overall market - competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, economic and market trends, supply, and demand etc. and how to sell against them. • Analysis of monthly industry intelligence reports and property data to develop business from same • Monitor business coming into the immediate area and our competitive set and ensure we continually grow our market share. • Supports the company’s service and relationship strategy to drive customer loyalty through delivering service excellence with each customer experience. • Provide concise and comprehensive weekly/monthly reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager. Person Specification The ideal candidate for this role will be driven and enthusiastic with the ability to identify and create opportunities. Alongside building strong relationships to increase and convert new and existing business. In addition, candidates will be/have: • Full clean driver’s license and own transport • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Standards-driven and customer-focused • Self-motivated, target driven with strong leadership skills • Experience of setting annual sales budgets • Experience in a similar sales role in a four or five star hotel Perks of joining the team: We have a very friendly and helpful team and we hope you will fit right into our family. We provide: · Great Remuneration package plus Sunday Premium · Meals on duty- and endless tea and coffee available for those caffeine lovers · Complimentary Parking on site- You won't get this in city centre hotels · Complimentary use of our Award winning Arena Health & Fitness Centre · Staff recognition & awards- We love to celebrate the success of our people · Family and Friends discounted rates- let your family and friends experience our wonderful hospitality · Taxsaver Scheme & Cycle to work Scheme- Great tax benefits to be enjoyed from both schemes · Cash Saving Scheme- Save as you Earn · 'Refer a friend' scheme · Colleague Discounted Dry Cleaning Service
Senior Administrator
Job Overview Legal Metrology services provide a national service in the regulation of measuring instruments in trade use within the state. The number of trade use measuring instruments being placed on the market has increased since the formation of legal metrology services (LMS) in 1996 and more so in the last few years with the advancement of technology e.g. Supermarket checkout tills now all have in built weighing scales which fit under the remit of LMS. The role and function of legal metrology services includes the regulation and the market surveillance of all measuring instruments (including taxi meters) that are for trade use and packaged goods along with the verification of measuring instruments. Every year, more products are being placed on the marketplace which fall under the remit of LMS. The Senior Administrator is a new role created within the department who will support the senior management team of LMS along with providing business support for all aspects of business operations for the Legal Metrology Services division in providing their statutory services. Working closely with the legal metrology services management team, the post holder will drive key initiatives and ensure operational excellence across the legal metrology services division, in support of optimal stakeholder experience and delivery of NSAI’s strategic objectives. This role requires a combination of strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills, to effectively support the management team in achieving their objectives and driving sustainable growth. Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Strategic Planning o Collaborate with the management team to develop and execute strategic plans and operational initiatives aligned with organisational goals. o Develop actionable recommendations based on data-driven insights to optimise operational efficiency, mitigate risks, embed operational excellence and ensure legal and regulatory compliance. o Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships to drive collaboration and alignment on strategic initiatives, with internal NSAI departments, external partners, and stakeholders including external national/international bodies (e.g. WELMEC, OIML), other public sector agencies, departments etc. • Management Reporting o Support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of management reporting data and KPI’s to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement, informing strategic decision-making processes. o Support the development of business cases, proposals, and presentations for executive review and approval, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and objectives. o Gather pertinent data and insights to produce monthly, quarterly and yearly reports, highlighting key achievements, financial performance, and future strategies in a clear and engaging manner. o Provide regular updates to the management team on performance metrics. • Staffing and Training o Manage the administrative team and the administrative requirements for the legal metrology services section. o Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and accountability, empowering teams to achieve operational excellence. o Assist and participate in the recruitment and selection process for administration staff in the Legal Metrology department. o Oversee on-boarding and training plan for administration staff ensuring all elements of the training plan are executed effectively. o Assist and participate in the performance management of business support personnel (including PMDS, approval of annual leave, monitoring of time & attendance system, addressing queries and ensuring client files are processed in an efficient manner). • Administration duties o Act as a central liaison between the management team and key stakeholders, managing interactions, disseminating information, and facilitating efficient communication channels. o Provide financial management support for the section which includes management of invoicing any payments for the Legal Metrology services, procurement, budget preparation and management o Management of the legal metrology services risk, actions, issue and decision registers. o Management of data governance responsibilities to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant policies and regulations within the department. o Communications lead for Legal Metrology Services including website management. o Assist in management of the quality management system for legal metrology services. o Maintain strict confidentiality of matters relating to NSAI and business operations. • Perform any other duties as may be required by the head of the division. Qualifications and Experience Essential Criteria • Successful completion of a relevant 3rd level qualification. • A minimum 3 years’ experience in team leadership and client engagement. • Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages. • Good team player and ability to work on own initiative • Ability to draw up records and reports • Will be able to demonstrate aptitude and a strong potential to learn quickly Desirable • Proven project management experience and ability to deliver projects on time • Proficient in quality management system and working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 17020, ISO 27001 • Experience in developing procedures and file management • Proficient in procurement and tendering process • Proficient in the requirements of FOI and GPDR • Experience working in a regulatory or legal environment an advantage. • Experience in preparation and management of court case files an advantage. Core Competencies • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to people at all levels within and outside the NSAI • Exceptional writing and presentation skills. • Excellent budget and resource management • Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Key Competencies for Senior Administrator Team Leadership • Works with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills & capacity of team • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. Analysis and Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions • Uses previous knowledge and experience to guide decisions • Draws accurate conclusions and makes fair and balanced recommendations backed up by evidence • Puts forward solutions to address problems Management & Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities simultaneously • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing in the role • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances Expresses self in articulate and clear manner when speaking and in writing Specialist Technical Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the work of the Standards and Legal Metrology Department. • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public-Sector knowledge relevant to his/her area of work • Focuses on self-development, striving to improve performance • Displays technical competence in their related sector with the ability to analyse and communicate complex technical material Starting Salary Candidates should note that entry will be at the first point of the appropriate scale and will not be subject to negotiation. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Duties of the Post The duties and responsibilities set out in this job description are indicative of responsibilities related to this role. As with all posts, the nature of NSAI business is evolving and flexibility is required to adapt to changing business needs. Annual Leave Annual Leave 29 working days rising to 30 working days after 5 years’ service. This leave is exclusive of Public Holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net Monday to Friday per week. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Tenure The appointment will be on a full-time, basis. The appointee must serve a probationary period, which lasts for 6 months. Should the appointee’s service be satisfactory with regards to health, conduct, and efficiency generally during the probationary period, the appointee, on completion of the period will be finally appointed. Should the appointee’s services be unsatisfactory, the appointment may be terminated at any time during the period. Location This position will be based at 1 Swift Square, Northwood, Santry, Dublin 9. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Employees are prohibited from having any personal or financial interest in any industry that NSAI certifies from the date of appointment with the NSAI. Employees are prohibited from disclosing any information in relation to the business of any person obtained in his/her capacity as an officer of the NSAI. Superannuation and Retirement The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in NSAI depending on the status of the successful appointee: a) In general, an individual who has no prior pensionable Public Service history in the 26 weeks prior to appointment will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (Single Scheme) which commenced from 1 January 2013 [Section 10 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 refers]; b) An individual who was a member of a “pre-existing public service pension scheme” as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will have standard public service pension terms reflecting new entrant or non-new entrant status for the purposes of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.
