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Jed N.

Waltham Cross, United Kingdom

$40/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Do You Struggle with Time-Consuming reporting, getting clear insights from your data or inaccurate Data? Let Me Help! I specialize in solving data challenges to help businesses work smarter, not harder. 🌟 How I Solve Your Problems? ● Turn Complex Data into Actionable Insights ↳ Build interactive dashboards in Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio or Microsoft Excel giving you the clarity and insights needed to make confident decisions faster. ● Eliminate Manual Reporting Hassles ↳ Automate your reports in Excel or Google Sheets to save you time each week and ensure your data is always up to date. ● Reduce Errors and Improve Accuracy ↳Implement automated workflows and error-checking processes that cut data errors. ● Free Up Resources with Automation
 ↳ Automate repetitive tasks using Python and freeing your team to focus on high-impact work. ● Unify Your Data ↳ Integrate data from multiple sources into a single reporting system, reducing data consolidation time and enabling seamless analysis. 🌟 Tools That I Use? ↳ Power BI ↳ Tableau ↳ Python ↳ Microsoft Excel ↳ Google Sheets ↳ Google Data Studio ↳ Workday 🌟 Key Achievements From Previous Projects? ☑️ Increased the usage of the dashboards created by 77%, compared to the previous year. This was achieved through creating simple and actionable dashboards as well as training stakeholders on how to use the dashboards. ☑️ Automated the process for creating monthly HR reports, using excel formulas and Workday HRIS. This led to a 75% reduction in the time take taken to create the reports (12 hours to less than 3 hours). ☑️ Led fundamental data literacy training sessions for the HR team to develop a data lead culture within the team. The sessions received strong positive feedback from the HR team. 🌟 Next Steps? Book a Free consultation call Today by sending me a message and then we can arrange a team/zoom call! Let’s discuss your data challenges and how I can help you overcome them. Together, we’ll find the best solution to save you time, improve your accuracy, and maximize your insights.

  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Dashboard
  • Business Intelligence
  • HR System Management
  • HR & Business Services
Jeremy F.

Reading, United Kingdom

$125/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I work with committed clients on meaningful projects with a sense of purpose. Together we deliver projects that hit the mark. We start with a clear and unambiguous project definition that is specific, measurable, aligned with your strategy, realistic, and time-boxed. Our shared responsibility is to translate the project mandate and crystallise the business objective, the product, scope, time, and budget. We will establish your management system and clearly define roles and responsibilities. My role as your senior project consultant is to partner with you and: Engage with you and your team as appropriate, and Enable Empower Encourage and then Evaluate the health and progress of product, project, and people, and Engage (you get my meaning) As a Programme, Project, and Delivery Manager with over 20 years delivering solutions in people, process, and technology transformation, I am perfectly positioned to help the right client succeed with the right project. We owe it to each other to rapidly decide if I am the best project professional to engage on your business-critical project or programme. I am a projects specialist, with a passion for coaching and growth, managing multi-national teams both remotely and on client sites. I have delivered professional services management of people, sales, and P&L responsibilities. This included providing services across all industry sectors and most application areas with numerous technologies. I seek to initiate, define, and plan your project with you, and then enable, empower, and encourage, leaders through managing the full project life cycle. Your success is my greatest reward. Failure is not an option. If you need more hands-on project management from me and my agency, we can develop a solution for that. Key programme and project highlights include: ● Transformation Support Manager on the NHS England General Practitioner Appointment Data programme 2021/22 ● COVID-19 National head of Planning and Assurance for the NHS England Mass Vaccination Centres rollout in 2021 ● COVID-19 Programme Management Office Manager on the NHS England Mass Vaccination Centre Estates programme 2020/21 ● Manager of the IBM Software Services business in South Africa (South Africa) ● Integrated Management Services (IMS) SAP Projects Director ● Global Lead of the IBM HRMS Service Delivery Model implementation (Global) ● Programme Manager for the IBM City of Johannesburg SO account ● IBM SA Leadership Team executive development and strategy facilitation ● Informatica Professional Services (IPS) Senior Technical Delivery Manager (EMEA) ● IPS PIM Delivery Manager (Principal Consultant) ● IPS People Manager ● IMS SAP Integration Manager A projects specialist, with a passion for coaching and growth, managing multi-national teams both remotely and on client sites. Professional services management of people, sales, and P&L responsibilities. Provided services across all industry sectors and most application areas with numerous technologies. ● Managed ERP (SAP), SaaS (Workday), Middleware, Data Management and Systems Integration implementations. ● Business development through proposal preparation and opportunity identification. ● Transitioned hundreds of customer employees to IBM in outsourcing contracts. ● Methodical in C-Level escalation management, problem definition and resolution. ● Root Cause Analysis and incorporation into a business unit methodology. ● Effective coaching and mentoring skills of peers and client staff. ● A structured approach to planning, tracking and risk management. ● Partner with product sales, support and customer success managers in meeting client expectations, resulting in improvements to the software solutions. I have a Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Strategic HR Management. I renewed my PMP and certified as a PRINCE2 Practitioner in 2020, and certified as an AgilePM in 2021. In June 2020 I wrote a beginner’s guide to managing the return to a hybrid working environment. The book ‘Moving Back to the Future’ introduces strategic and project risk, change management, and the project framework for the non-PM to manage the return to the COVID-19 workplace. I am currently writing a book on using the return to the office as a study tool for PRINCE2 certification exams.

  • Program Management
  • Project Management Professional
  • Project Management
  • Project Proposal
  • Change Management
  • PRINCE2
  • Project Risk Management
  • Project Delivery
  • Project Management Office
  • Project Plans
  • Digital Project Management
  • Leadership Coaching
  • Business Coaching
  • Life Coaching
  • Career Coaching
  • Dev & IT Project Management
  • Microsoft Project
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Agile Project Management
Furqan N.

Aylesbury, United Kingdom

$30/hr
4.9
32 jobs

I help businesses adopt AI, automate operations, and integrate systems using Claude, n8n, Make, and custom AI workflows that reduce manual effort, improve efficiency, and scale business operations. With 20+ years of technology consulting experience, including leadership roles at PwC, Accenture, and consulting engagements supporting Microsoft-related initiatives, I combine enterprise architecture expertise with hands-on delivery across AI, Automation, Integrations, and Full Stack Development. My core expertise includes: • Claude AI Implementation & Adoption • AI Agents & Business Process Automation • n8n Workflow Automation • Make Automation Solutions • AI-Powered Customer Support & Operations • RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) Solutions • API Integrations & Middleware Development • Enterprise System Integration • Full Stack Application Development • Workday Integrations & Enterprise HR Systems • Data Architecture & Automation Platforms I specialize in helping organizations move beyond AI experimentation and into practical business adoption. Whether implementing Claude across teams, building AI-powered workflows, automating customer support, streamlining recruitment processes, or connecting disconnected systems, my focus is always on delivering measurable business outcomes. Recent projects include: • Claude-powered business process automation and AI adoption initiatives • AI-driven recruitment and candidate screening workflows • Customer onboarding and fulfillment automation using Make • AI knowledge management and RAG platforms • Enterprise integrations across HR, Finance, Payroll, CRM, and operational systems • Custom AI agents that interact with business applications through APIs and automation platforms From strategy and architecture to implementation and support, I help organizations build scalable, maintainable solutions that combine AI with operational automation. Based in the UK, I work with clients globally and can provide both senior solution architecture expertise and cost-effective delivery through an experienced engineering team when required. If you’re looking for an AI Automation Architect, Claude Implementation Specialist, or n8n/Make expert who understands both enterprise systems and modern AI technologies, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

  • Workday
  • API Integration
  • Automated Workflow
  • n8n
  • Make.com
  • System Automation
  • Zapier
  • Airtable
  • AI Agent Development
  • Business Process Automation
  • Workday Adaptive Planning
  • AI Implementation
  • Claude
  • OpenAI API
Tofunmi B.

Norwich, United Kingdom

$20/hr
5.0
10 jobs

I'm a Talent acquisition specialist with experience in Technical recruiting, onboarding, payroll management and employee relations. If you want to recruit the best talent in the pool or you need help managing your HR department - I am your go to person. I'm experienced with the use of HRIS and ATS such as workable, workday, smartrecruiter, oracle and greenhouse. I'll complete the whole recruitment and selection cycle from start to finish

  • Resume Screening
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Recruiting
  • Human Resource Management
  • HR & Business Services
  • Customer Service
  • Training & Development
  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Management Skills
  • Human Resource Information System
  • Human Resources Compliance
  • Employee Relations
  • Sourcing
Greg K.

London, United Kingdom

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Experienced Freelance Talent Acquisition Specialist (former Amazon and Wellcome Trust recruiter) Helping Companies and Candidates Thrive through Strategic Talent Acquisition Summary: Bringing over 6 years of versatile recruitment experience across IT (Digital, Data, and Technology), HR, Finance, and Life Science sectors, I specialize in data-driven approaches to eliminate bias and enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. My passion lies in aligning individuals with opportunities while ensuring an inclusive candidate experience. With a proven track record in end-to-end recruitment lifecycle management and expertise in AI-based sourcing, I excel in delivering top-notch recruitment solutions to diverse organizations, from start-ups to blue-chip corporations. Key Skills & Abilities: End-To-End Recruitment Lifecycle Management Data-Driven Recruitment Strategies Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (DEI) Projects Candidate Experience Enhancement Project Management AI-Based Sourcing Techniques Visa Sponsorship Documentation Assistance (EMEA) CRM & ATS Systems Proficiency (Workday, iCims, HubSpot, etc.) Business Development Initiatives Competency-Based Interviewing Recruitment Process Improvement Recruitment Strategy Development Headhunting Expertise Social Media Advertising (Targeted Campaigns) Hiring Manager Training and Support Onboarding Facilitation Mentoring and Coaching Programs Implementation Experience: Talent Acquisition Specialist | Wellcome Trust Oct 2022 – Dec 2023 [Contingent Fixed-Term Contract] London, United Kingdom Talent Acquisition Specialist | Amazon UK May 2021 – October 2022 [Fixed-Term Contract] London, United Kingdom Freelance Talent Acquisition Partner | Stonecastle Consulting Limited December 2019 – May 2021 London, United Kingdom IT Recruitment Specialist | Gazelle Global Consulting Nov 2018 – Nov 2019 London, United Kingdom Talent Acquisition Partner | TATA Consultancy Services (RPO via CPL Jobs) Jan 2018 – Oct 2018 Budapest, Hungary Recruitment Coordinator | CPL Jobs Sep 2017 – Oct 2018 Budapest, Hungary Education: Biology BSc Course | ELTE University, Budapest | 2014 - 2017 Languages: English – Bilingual Proficiency Hungarian – Native German – Basic Technical Tools: LinkedIn Recruiter & Talent Insights Expertise CRM & ATS Systems (Workday, iCims, HubSpot, etc.) Microsoft Office 365 Suite Tableau HireEZ (AI Sourcing Tool) X-Ray Search & Boolean Strings Various Job Portals & Chrome Recruitment Extensions Google Enterprise & Zapier Integration Experienced with Email Systems & Scheduling Tools

  • Creative Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Advertising
  • Resume Design
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Interview Preparation
  • Resume Writing
  • Social Media Management
  • Journalism Writing
Chiemela C.

Leeds, United Kingdom

$15/hr
4.5
3 jobs

Executive & Virtual Assistant Specialist | 3+ Years Working with Global Teams Ready to transform your business operations and reclaim valuable time? I help busy professionals and business owners take control of their time by handling their day-to-day operations, project management, data analysis and administrative tasks. Think of me as your behind-the-scenes partner who keeps everything running smoothly while you focus on growing your business. Over the past 3 years, I've supported executives and teams at organisations like DSM-Firmenich and Sydani Group. Through this experience, I've developed a knack for anticipating needs, solving problems, and keeping complex projects on track. Here's how I can help you: • Email and Calendar Management so you never miss important meetings or emails • Travel and Booking Management • Project Management (Asana, Trello, and Google Workspace) • Prepare Presentation slides and reports • Data Analysis (Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Tableau) • Team Management • HubSpot and CRM Management • Web and Market Research • Executive and Administrative Support • AI Automation • Power Platform • Data Entry What makes me different? I don't just complete tasks – I look for ways to improve your processes and make your life easier. When working with me, you'll get someone who: • Takes initiative to solve problems before they arise • Communicates clearly and promptly • Adapts quickly to your preferred working style • Maintains strict confidentiality • Brings a positive, can-do attitude to every task • Loves data and its analysis Recent projects I'm proud of: • Led market research initiatives that provided valuable business insights • Coordinated international training programs for teams across multiple countries • Developed dashboards that improved project efficiency • Created clear, engaging presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences Whether you need full-time support or help with specific projects, I'm here to make your workday smoother and more productive. Ready to make your workday more manageable? I'd love to hear about your needs and discuss how we can work together.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Project Management
  • Data Entry
  • Travel Planning
  • Data Analysis
  • Client Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Email Management
  • Calendar Management
  • CRM Development
  • Customer Service
  • Accuracy Verification
  • Presentation Slide
  • Research & Strategy

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