James Andrews Recruitment

We are working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced Network & Security Engineer to join their IT infrastructure team on a contract basis. The Role This position sits within the IT infrastructure function and focuses on the day-to-day operation and support of network and security systems. You will deliver 2nd and 3rd line support across Data Centre network and security infrastructure, handling incidents through to resolution and carrying out root cause analysis on problems. You will also build, configure and operate Data Centre technologies across live, DR and test environments, support IT change management processes, and monitor infrastructure to identify and act on performance improvements. Key Responsibilities Support the operation and maintenance of the IT infrastructure Deliver 2nd and 3rd line incident support within the Data Centre network and security environment Build, configure and operate Data Centre technologies across live, DR and test environments Manage IT problems, including root cause analysis and delivery of solutions Operate data network infrastructure, including WAN, Wi-Fi and cyber security solutions Support IT change management processes to protect the live estate Develop and maintain standards and specifications for new network deployments Monitor and optimise infrastructure performance Contribute to IT service management reporting and KPI collation Essential Skills and Experience Proven knowledge of Cisco and Fortinet technologies Experience with network monitoring tools, including SolarWinds Working knowledge of ITIL processes, including incident, problem and event management Strong prioritisation and communication skills, both written and verbal Good understanding of IT services within a corporate environment Cisco (CCNA) or Fortinet (NSE4) certification, or equivalent James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Workday Systems Analyst Salary: Competitive, negotiable dependent on experience We re partnering with a well-established private sector organisation based in the West Midlands, who are looking to bring a Workday Systems Analyst on board on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone who knows Workday Payroll inside out and enjoys being the go-to expert owning the system, solving problems and making sure payroll runs smoothly for everyone who depends on it. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Acting as the lead Workday Payroll specialist, keeping processes accurate, compliant and on time Owning post-production support, from ticket triage through to defect resolution and enhancements Designing, testing and implementing payroll system changes, including impacts across Time and Absence and Compensation and Benefits Supporting biannual Workday releases, covering impact assessment, regression testing and deployment readiness Maintaining data quality, security and audit readiness in line with GDPR and payroll legislation Supporting cyclical activity including pay reviews, bonus processing and year-end Building and maintaining strong relationships with Payroll, HR, Finance, IT and external partners Experience required: At least 3 years hands-on Workday configuration or support experience, with a strong focus on Payroll Solid working knowledge of Time and Absence and Compensation and Benefits, and how they feed into payroll A good grounding in payroll processes, controls and legislation Experience of requirements analysis, test planning and defect resolution Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to advise across HR, Finance, IT and third parties Sound understanding of payroll governance, GDPR and data confidentiality A sharp eye for detail and a methodical approach to problem solving Familiarity with agile ways of working and change management principles Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are working with a digital marketing agency to appoint an E-commerce Manager. The agency manages a portfolio of e-commerce client accounts across multiple sectors, and you will act as both strategic consultant and delivery lead across those accounts. You will take ownership of e-commerce performance covering strategy, website management, digital merchandising, CRO, and performance marketing collaboration, serving as a trusted point of contact for clients and ensuring growth initiatives are delivered. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement e-commerce growth strategies across multiple client accounts, setting KPIs, sales targets, and growth roadmaps Oversee daily performance and optimisation of platforms including Shopify, Shopify Plus, WooCommerce, Magento, and BigCommerce Manage digital merchandising, product launches, promotional campaigns, and seasonal activity Collaborate with specialist marketing teams across SEO, PPC, Paid Social, Email, SMS, and Affiliate channels Lead CRO activity including A/B testing, checkout optimisation, and mobile performance improvements Produce weekly, monthly, and quarterly client reports; present insights and recommendations in client meetings Lead e-commerce projects including platform migrations, website redesigns, and loyalty programme launches Skills & Experience Required 3+ years of e-commerce, digital commerce, or agency-side experience Proven experience managing e-commerce platforms and analytics tools (GA4 essential) Strong client-facing and communication skills Shopify Plus & Analytics, Klaviyo & Google Analytics James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Internal Sales Executive Salary: £23,250 per annum + 2.5% commission on gross sales We are currently working in partnership with a technology company who are recruiting for an Internal Sales Executive on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an entry-level sales role with full training and support provided. It is well suited to someone looking to build a career in sales, with strong prospects for progression and salary advancement. The role is based on a 35-hour week. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Researching target prospects to understand their business requirements and needs Identifying the most appropriate sales approach for each prospect Locating the key decision maker within target organisations Contacting decision makers, presenting the client s product offering and securing a positive next action Adding contact organisations to the CRM system with all relevant information Scheduling follow-up contacts and actions Preparing progress reports for the Sales Management team on contacts made Experience required: No prior sales experience required full training will be provided Any background in a customer-facing or communication-focused role would be advantageous Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Excellent written and spoken English Numerate with strong attention to detail Inquisitive mindset with a willingness to learn Competitive drive and determination to succeed Ability to work effectively within a small, close-knit team Rewards and benefits: Commission scheme: 2.5% of gross sales value Workplace pension Clear career progression pathway Full training and ongoing support provided Collaborative team environment Working hours: 35 hours per week James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Data Engineer 6 month Contract Hybrid - 1 day per week in office (Wiltshire) We are currently working in partnership with a housing association who are recruiting for an IT Data Engineer on a contract basis. The role focuses on designing, building and delivering solutions across the Microsoft cloud stack, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Fabric and Azure data platform. Experience required: Hands-on experience delivering end-to-end data solutions across Microsoft Fabric and Azure, including OneLake, Lakehouse or Warehouse, Dataflows Gen2, Pipelines, Synapse and SQL Experience designing and building lakehouse and pipeline solutions from ingestion through to consumption ETL and ELT design experience, including data modelling using lakehouse patterns and star or snowflake schemas Experience migrating or integrating legacy data sources such as Dataverse and SQL into modern analytics architectures Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Strong practical capability across Microsoft Fabric and Azure data services, including Dataflows Gen2, Fabric Pipelines, Data Factory, Synapse and SQL Advanced SQL skills, including complex joins, query optimisation and performance tuning Strong Python or PySpark skills for data transformation and automation Strong ETL and ELT design capability with experience building batch pipelines James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are working with a local authority client recruiting for an Interim HR Systems Lead on a contract basis until the end of October 2026, on a hybrid working arrangement You will join a newly created team, to resolve defects, improve data quality, and drive performance across Core HR and workforce administration within Oracle Fusion HCM. Key Responsibilities Diagnose and resolve HR data, workflow, and configuration issues within Oracle Fusion HCM Troubleshoot across Core HR, Absence, Talent, and other HCM modules Support HR Operations teams with system-related backlogs, failed automations, and exceptions Guide end users through system processes to ensure accurate HR administration Liaise with IT, Finance, and service delivery teams to resolve issues affecting HR data flows Document resolutions, workarounds, and updated processes for operational teams Essential Skills Strong Oracle Fusion HCM subject matter expertise Experience in post-go-live stabilisation or system implementation environments Confident working across HR Operations, IT, Finance, and programme teams Able to operate in a fast-paced, business-critical environment Please note that recent experience is required to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working in partnership with large education organisation, who are looking to appoint a HR Business Partner on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a 35-hour per week role (flexible working hours), based at the Head office in Birmingham with travel across multiple location and 2 days working from home. The salary is £40,000 FTE per annum (dependent on experience) plus an excellent benefits package. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of providing expert HR advice to senior stakeholders, leading on complex employee relations cases, and supporting organisational change across multi-site environments. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Acting as the first point of contact for HR advice and support to senior leaders across multiple locations Leading complex employee relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, capability, and absence management Supporting organisational change, restructures, and workforce planning Overseeing safer recruitment processes Supporting payroll through HR system administration and authorisation of salaries, allowances, and absences Coaching and developing managers on people management, wellbeing, and HR best practice. Driving performance management processes and coordinating training for staff, including safeguarding Contributing to HR policy development, equality and diversity initiatives, and People projects Liaising with Finance on staffing and budget implications Experience required: Proven experience as a generalist HR professional in a multi-site environment (education or public sector desirable) Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice Experience managing employee relations casework and supporting organisational change Confidence in advising senior stakeholders and coaching managers Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills Strong IT and numeracy skills including HR/payroll systems Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a wider team Full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel across locations Rewards and Benefits: Competitive salary and pension scheme Funded professional qualifications and payment of professional fees (where eligible) Free lunch, refreshments, on-site parking, gym, pool, and yoga sessions Flexible working hours and generous annual leave (28 days + bank holidays + concessionary days) Employee Assistance Programme and health-related benefits (BHSF cashback, flu jabs, eyecare vouchers) Working hours: 35 hours per week, 9am-5pm(flexible), all year round. Please note that you require recent and relevant HR experience to apply for this role. The successful candidate must have strong generalist HR experience (ideally within education or multi-site environments), be confident advising at senior level, hold a full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel and its preferential if you already have an existing DBS check. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working in partnership with a higher education institution who are recruiting for a permanent, full-time HR Business Partner . The salary is £50,000 - £58,000 per annum. This role offers a unique opportunity to split your focus between leading the HR elements of setting up a new School and acting as HR Business Partner for Professional Services departments. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience within Higher Education and preferably NHS, hold Level 7 full Chartered CIPD membership, and be confident in providing strategic and operational HR leadership across complex organisations. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Developing and delivering strategic and operational HR plans Partnering with Deans, Directors and Senior Managers to drive engagement and embed a positive culture Leading on the HR elements of establishing the new School, including workforce planning, resource planning and resourcing frameworks Ensuring compliance with HR policies, procedures and processes, including absence, attrition, grievance, disciplinary, flexible working and recruitment Supporting the development of workforce and staff resource plans, reviewing business cases for recruitment, and ensuring managers involved in selection are trained and assessed Providing expert advice on organisational design, workforce planning, succession planning and resourcing strategies Driving compliance with performance appraisal, talent management and development processes, working with OD colleagues to address training needs Advising senior managers on organisational change, TUPE, job design, policy interpretation, equality and diversity, early retirement, redundancy and staff development Identifying HR service improvement opportunities and implementing actions with HR colleagues Leading local Equality, Diversity and Inclusion action plans and feeding into central institutional plans Supporting the Employee Relations team with complex and high-risk cases, including investigations, appeals, legal advice and tribunal claims Coaching and supporting managers on recruitment, performance management, succession planning, reward, restructuring and employee relations Acting as a source of consistent professional HR and legal advice across the institution, including employment legislation and employee relations matters Contributing to HR-wide initiatives, policies, procedures and strategy, and delivering one-off training or strategic projects as required Experience required: Demonstrable success in partnering senior managers Track record of handling complex employee relations Experience designing and delivering organisational restructures and change programmes Experience working in a unionised environment with trade union colleagues Familiarity with organisational development and culture change programmes Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Broad HR technical skills Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical HR delivery Working hours: 37 hours per week Full time 9-5, with occasional evening and weekend working as required Hybrid Working days James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.