Banking was broken – so we decided to fix it. Fast technology, fair service and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. We built Britain's first digital bank. One hard-won banking licence later, we set about giving people a new way to spend, save and manage their money (and take better care of the planet, too). We're changing banking for good. Back then, we were obsessed with unravelling the knotty world of finance and solving people's problems rather than selling them stuff. Over four million accounts (and four account types!). Headquartered in London with offices in Cardiff, Dublin, Manchester and Southampton. Recommended Provider and Britain's Best Banking Brand. From our approach to working together and sustainability to how we build our products, our decisions need to make the world – and Starling – a better place to be. Everyone at Starling is essential to our mission, which is really quite simple: to solve our customer's problems – and build the best bank in the world! And now we're providing Starling to other banks, via a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) proposition through our subsidiary Engine, using the proprietary technology platform that it uses to power our own bank. We are looking for an ambitious, commercial Procurement Lead to join our Finance team's Vendor function. Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, this role is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career looking to accelerate their growth with hands-on experience and solid support. You will manage end-to-end procurement across various categories - from sourcing and negotiation to contracting - acting as a key commercial contact while collaborating across the entire bank. Lead end-to-end procurement activity including sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and contractingWork on contracts across a range of categories including technology, data, operational services, and people team - you may lead one or more categories and support othersDeliver cost savings through intelligent sourcing and negotiation - spotting and exploiting the commercial leversWork on a combination of new to bank suppliers and contract renewalsSpot and exploit commercial opportunities in existing contractsSupport the development of systems and processes as the team evolvesBuild strong relationships with internal stakeholders - winning them over through your expertise and the value you createWork closely with the Supplier Risk teams ensuring supplier on-boarding is in line with process and regulations. RequirementsKnowledge & Experience:1-3 years' procurement experiencePrior experience on a grad scheme or consulting is beneficial. Strong early career progressionFinancial Services experience preferable Strong academic backgroundSome hands on experience of the full Procurement cycle: Sourcing top quality suppliersNegotiation Comfortable developing/marking up contractsStrong analytical skills - spreadsheet modelling a must; knowledge of basic financial analysis a bonusBehaviours & Competencies: Problem solver with strong critical reasoning, numeracy and written and verbal communicationStrong planning and project managementAbility to work independently with a drive to deliverAbility to engage with stakeholders at all levelsStrong analytical skills to cut through ambiguity and understand the nub of a challengeBenefits25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you)An extra day's holiday for your birthdayAnnual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off16 hours paid volunteering time a yearSalary sacrifice, company enhanced pension schemeLife insurance at 4x your salaryPrivate Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and PelotonGenerous family-friendly policiesPerkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perksAccess to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnershipsAbout UsYou may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking – and that starts with our brilliant team. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes.
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At Engine by Starling, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration within the banking technology sector. Our flexible working culture, generous benefits including 33 days of holiday and private medical insurance, and commitment to employee growth create a supportive environment where legal professionals can thrive. Located in a dynamic and rapidly growing company, you'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
