Platform Engineer 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid - London (2 days per week) Salary up to 61,000 + Exceptional Pension & Generous Holiday Allowance We're working with a prestigious organisation seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to help build and operate a modern cloud-native platform that underpins AI, automation and integration services across a large-scale enterprise environment. This is an opportunity to join a greenfield engineering programme where you'll play a key role in shaping a Kubernetes platform built on Microsoft Azure using modern DevOps and Platform Engineering practices. We're looking for someone who doesn't simply implement technical designs created by others. Instead, you'll take ownership of technical implementation decisions, help define engineering best practice and work closely with architects and engineering teams to build a secure, scalable and highly reliable platform that supports a major strategic transformation programme. The Role You'll be responsible for building, operating and continuously improving a shared Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) platform used by application, AI and integration engineering teams. As a senior member of the engineering team, you'll take ownership of technical implementation decisions, champion Infrastructure as Code and modern cloud engineering practices, and help other engineering teams adopt Azure platform best practice. This is a collaborative role requiring excellent communication skills, as you'll regularly work with architects, developers and engineers to influence technical direction and improve engineering capability across the organisation. What You'll Be Doing Build, operate and continually enhance Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Take ownership of technical implementation decisions and platform engineering best practice Design, build and manage Azure infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Develop and maintain GitOps CI/CD pipelines Manage Kubernetes networking, service mesh and gateway technologies Improve platform observability using Grafana, Prometheus and OpenTelemetry Maintain platform security, resilience and automation Troubleshoot production platform issues and drive continuous improvement Work closely with architects to turn high-level designs into robust technical solutions Support and mentor engineering teams in adopting modern Azure and cloud-native engineering practices What We're Looking For You'll have strong commercial experience with: Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) (essential) Kubernetes platform engineering within production environments Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Docker, GitOps and CI/CD pipelines Linux and Bash scripting Grafana, Prometheus and OpenTelemetry Kubernetes networking and service mesh technologies Production platform operations, troubleshooting and automation You'll also be able to demonstrate: Experience owning technical implementation decisions rather than simply delivering against architectural designs Confidence working independently on complex engineering challenges Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supporting, coaching or influencing engineering teams to adopt modern cloud engineering practices A collaborative approach, working alongside architects while retaining ownership of technical delivery Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: Cilium Istio ArgoCD or Flux Kafka or Redpanda Helm and Kustomize Python automation Policy as Code (OPA/Gatekeeper or Kyverno) What's on Offer Salary up to 61,000 Exceptional pension scheme Excellent annual leave entitlement Hybrid working (2 days per week in London) Opportunity to shape a greenfield cloud-native platform Modern Azure and Kubernetes technology stack Collaborative, high-performing engineering team Long-term strategic programme with excellent career development Who Will Succeed? The successful candidate will be an experienced Azure Platform Engineer who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex technical challenges and helping others succeed. You'll combine strong Azure and Kubernetes expertise with excellent communication skills, enabling you to influence technical direction, establish engineering best practice and raise capability across the wider engineering community. Please note: This role requires demonstrable commercial experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) . Candidates whose experience is primarily AWS-focused are unlikely to be suitable. If you're passionate about Azure, Kubernetes and building modern cloud-native platforms-and want to play a key role in shaping both the technology and engineering practices-we'd love to hear from you. To progress matters, please send your CV to Laura at (url removed). Services advertised are those of an agency.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Platform Engineer 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid - London (2 days per week) Salary up to 61,000 + Exceptional Pension & Generous Holiday Allowance We're working with a prestigious organisation seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to help build and operate a modern cloud-native platform that underpins AI, automation and integration services across a large-scale enterprise environment. This is an opportunity to join a greenfield engineering programme where you'll play a key role in shaping a Kubernetes platform built on Microsoft Azure using modern DevOps and Platform Engineering practices. We're looking for someone who doesn't simply implement technical designs created by others. Instead, you'll take ownership of technical implementation decisions, help define engineering best practice and work closely with architects and engineering teams to build a secure, scalable and highly reliable platform that supports a major strategic transformation programme. The Role You'll be responsible for building, operating and continuously improving a shared Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) platform used by application, AI and integration engineering teams. As a senior member of the engineering team, you'll take ownership of technical implementation decisions, champion Infrastructure as Code and modern cloud engineering practices, and help other engineering teams adopt Azure platform best practice. This is a collaborative role requiring excellent communication skills, as you'll regularly work with architects, developers and engineers to influence technical direction and improve engineering capability across the organisation. What You'll Be Doing Build, operate and continually enhance Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Take ownership of technical implementation decisions and platform engineering best practice Design, build and manage Azure infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Develop and maintain GitOps CI/CD pipelines Manage Kubernetes networking, service mesh and gateway technologies Improve platform observability using Grafana, Prometheus and OpenTelemetry Maintain platform security, resilience and automation Troubleshoot production platform issues and drive continuous improvement Work closely with architects to turn high-level designs into robust technical solutions Support and mentor engineering teams in adopting modern Azure and cloud-native engineering practices What We're Looking For You'll have strong commercial experience with: Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) (essential) Kubernetes platform engineering within production environments Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Docker, GitOps and CI/CD pipelines Linux and Bash scripting Grafana, Prometheus and OpenTelemetry Kubernetes networking and service mesh technologies Production platform operations, troubleshooting and automation You'll also be able to demonstrate: Experience owning technical implementation decisions rather than simply delivering against architectural designs Confidence working independently on complex engineering challenges Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supporting, coaching or influencing engineering teams to adopt modern cloud engineering practices A collaborative approach, working alongside architects while retaining ownership of technical delivery Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: Cilium Istio ArgoCD or Flux Kafka or Redpanda Helm and Kustomize Python automation Policy as Code (OPA/Gatekeeper or Kyverno) What's on Offer Salary up to 61,000 Exceptional pension scheme Excellent annual leave entitlement Hybrid working (2 days per week in London) Opportunity to shape a greenfield cloud-native platform Modern Azure and Kubernetes technology stack Collaborative, high-performing engineering team Long-term strategic programme with excellent career development Who Will Succeed? The successful candidate will be an experienced Azure Platform Engineer who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex technical challenges and helping others succeed. You'll combine strong Azure and Kubernetes expertise with excellent communication skills, enabling you to influence technical direction, establish engineering best practice and raise capability across the wider engineering community. Please note: This role requires demonstrable commercial experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) . Candidates whose experience is primarily AWS-focused are unlikely to be suitable. If you're passionate about Azure, Kubernetes and building modern cloud-native platforms-and want to play a key role in shaping both the technology and engineering practices-we'd love to hear from you. To progress matters, please send your CV to Laura at (url removed). Services advertised are those of an agency.
Support Analyst - (PSTN,Telephony & Network) Contract - 325- 375pd Inside IR35 Hybrid - London, to start asap, 6 month contract We are currently recruiting for a Support Analyst with PSTN experience to support a key telephony and infrastructure review programme across a large London-based organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a blend of technical IT knowledge, telephony experience and strong administrative skills who enjoys working across multiple sites and engaging with stakeholders to gather accurate technical information. The Role You'll play a key role in reviewing and documenting PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) services across a portfolio of sites. This will involve travelling to different locations to identify where telephone lines terminate, understand what they are used for, and document the associated equipment and connectivity. Working closely with business users, site contacts and technical teams, you'll ensure accurate information is captured to support a wider telephony transformation programme. Key Responsibilities Visit multiple London sites to investigate and audit PSTN telephone lines. Identify where telephone lines are located and determine how they are being used. Document connected equipment, services and dependencies. Engage with business users and site representatives to gather accurate information. Record findings and maintain detailed technical documentation. Support the wider telephony review and migration programme. Liaise with internal IT teams and third-party suppliers where required. Assist with basic networking, IP phone configuration and connectivity investigations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within an IT support, infrastructure or telephony environment. Good understanding of telephony technologies, with knowledge of PSTN is a must Networking knowledge including IP networking and patching. Experience configuring or supporting IP phones Strong investigative and problem-solving skills. Excellent administration and documentation skills with a high level of accuracy. Confident communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Able to work independently and travel between multiple London sites. If you have a combination of IT support, networking and telephony experience , along with excellent communication skills and enjoy working across different locations, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to (url removed) Services advertised by itecopeople are those of an Employment Business
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
Support Analyst - (PSTN,Telephony & Network) Contract - 325- 375pd Inside IR35 Hybrid - London, to start asap, 6 month contract We are currently recruiting for a Support Analyst with PSTN experience to support a key telephony and infrastructure review programme across a large London-based organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a blend of technical IT knowledge, telephony experience and strong administrative skills who enjoys working across multiple sites and engaging with stakeholders to gather accurate technical information. The Role You'll play a key role in reviewing and documenting PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) services across a portfolio of sites. This will involve travelling to different locations to identify where telephone lines terminate, understand what they are used for, and document the associated equipment and connectivity. Working closely with business users, site contacts and technical teams, you'll ensure accurate information is captured to support a wider telephony transformation programme. Key Responsibilities Visit multiple London sites to investigate and audit PSTN telephone lines. Identify where telephone lines are located and determine how they are being used. Document connected equipment, services and dependencies. Engage with business users and site representatives to gather accurate information. Record findings and maintain detailed technical documentation. Support the wider telephony review and migration programme. Liaise with internal IT teams and third-party suppliers where required. Assist with basic networking, IP phone configuration and connectivity investigations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within an IT support, infrastructure or telephony environment. Good understanding of telephony technologies, with knowledge of PSTN is a must Networking knowledge including IP networking and patching. Experience configuring or supporting IP phones Strong investigative and problem-solving skills. Excellent administration and documentation skills with a high level of accuracy. Confident communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Able to work independently and travel between multiple London sites. If you have a combination of IT support, networking and telephony experience , along with excellent communication skills and enjoy working across different locations, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to (url removed) Services advertised by itecopeople are those of an Employment Business
Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager Location: South West London (Office-Based, 5 Days Per Week) Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Permanent 40 Hours Per Week Are you an experienced Cloud Engineer looking for a role where you'll have real ownership, direct client interaction and the opportunity to develop your technical expertise across a wide range of technologies? We're looking for a proactive Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager to join our growing team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least three years' commercial IT experience , ideally within an MSP environment, who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with building strong client relationships. You'll work closely with the Technical Director, taking ownership of our clients' cloud environments, security, networking and infrastructure while acting as a trusted technical advisor. Rather than being just another engineer in a large organisation, you'll play a key role in helping businesses get the very best from their technology. If you enjoy variety, autonomy and working with modern Microsoft cloud technologies, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As a Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager, you'll be responsible for: Supporting and maintaining Microsoft cloud environments, networking and security solutions. Managing and improving cloud infrastructure, security and monitoring. Creating scripts and automating cloud deployments and reporting, particularly within SharePoint. Configuring, maintaining and updating firewalls, routers and network security. Acting as the technical escalation point for firewall and cloud networking queries. Working alongside support engineers to deliver outstanding service and continuous improvement. Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and becoming their go-to technical contact. Working with third-party suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions. Managing equipment ordering, provisioning and deployment. Keeping up to date with emerging technologies, new product releases and industry best practice. What We're Looking For Essential: Minimum 3 years' commercial IT support or Cloud Engineering experience . Experience working with Microsoft 365 and cloud technologies. Strong knowledge of: Microsoft 365 SharePoint Conditional Access Mobile Device Management (MDM) Windows environments Networking fundamentals Router configuration Firewall administration Experience troubleshooting hardware and infrastructure issues. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Strong communication and customer relationship skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally to client sites. Desirable: Previous experience working within a Managed Service Provider (MSP). Microsoft or networking certifications. Experience with scripting or automation. A proactive mindset with a passion for learning new technologies. What You'll Receive Salary of 35,000- 40,000 pa , depending on experience. Genuine career progression within a growing technology business. Exposure to a broad range of cloud, networking and security technologies. Ongoing investment in training and professional development. A supportive team where your ideas and technical expertise are valued. Flexible benefits package, including the option to exchange salary for benefits such as childcare vouchers and medical cover. The opportunity to play a key role in shaping technical solutions for a diverse client base. Working Pattern Permanent position. Office-based in south west London 5 days per week . 40-hour working week (core hours 9:00 am-5:30 pm). Participation in a rotating schedule covering occasional 8:00 am starts and Saturday emergency support for key clients. Occasional travel to customer sites when required. If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please send your CV to (url removed). Services advertised by itecopeople are those of an Agency
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager Location: South West London (Office-Based, 5 Days Per Week) Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Permanent 40 Hours Per Week Are you an experienced Cloud Engineer looking for a role where you'll have real ownership, direct client interaction and the opportunity to develop your technical expertise across a wide range of technologies? We're looking for a proactive Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager to join our growing team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least three years' commercial IT experience , ideally within an MSP environment, who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with building strong client relationships. You'll work closely with the Technical Director, taking ownership of our clients' cloud environments, security, networking and infrastructure while acting as a trusted technical advisor. Rather than being just another engineer in a large organisation, you'll play a key role in helping businesses get the very best from their technology. If you enjoy variety, autonomy and working with modern Microsoft cloud technologies, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As a Cloud Engineer & Client Account Manager, you'll be responsible for: Supporting and maintaining Microsoft cloud environments, networking and security solutions. Managing and improving cloud infrastructure, security and monitoring. Creating scripts and automating cloud deployments and reporting, particularly within SharePoint. Configuring, maintaining and updating firewalls, routers and network security. Acting as the technical escalation point for firewall and cloud networking queries. Working alongside support engineers to deliver outstanding service and continuous improvement. Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and becoming their go-to technical contact. Working with third-party suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions. Managing equipment ordering, provisioning and deployment. Keeping up to date with emerging technologies, new product releases and industry best practice. What We're Looking For Essential: Minimum 3 years' commercial IT support or Cloud Engineering experience . Experience working with Microsoft 365 and cloud technologies. Strong knowledge of: Microsoft 365 SharePoint Conditional Access Mobile Device Management (MDM) Windows environments Networking fundamentals Router configuration Firewall administration Experience troubleshooting hardware and infrastructure issues. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Strong communication and customer relationship skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally to client sites. Desirable: Previous experience working within a Managed Service Provider (MSP). Microsoft or networking certifications. Experience with scripting or automation. A proactive mindset with a passion for learning new technologies. What You'll Receive Salary of 35,000- 40,000 pa , depending on experience. Genuine career progression within a growing technology business. Exposure to a broad range of cloud, networking and security technologies. Ongoing investment in training and professional development. A supportive team where your ideas and technical expertise are valued. Flexible benefits package, including the option to exchange salary for benefits such as childcare vouchers and medical cover. The opportunity to play a key role in shaping technical solutions for a diverse client base. Working Pattern Permanent position. Office-based in south west London 5 days per week . 40-hour working week (core hours 9:00 am-5:30 pm). Participation in a rotating schedule covering occasional 8:00 am starts and Saturday emergency support for key clients. Occasional travel to customer sites when required. If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please send your CV to (url removed). Services advertised by itecopeople are those of an Agency
Business Analyst. Permanent Remote-first c. 55,000 per annum UK-based We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support business and service design across a major change portfolio. This is a role within Social Housing so the initial focus will be primarily within the property space, including asset management, asset compliance, repairs, maintenance and wider property services. Future work may also extend into care, finance and HR. This role would suit someone with experience in social housing, local authority housing, property services, care, CareTech, CRM-enabled change or another highly regulated public sector or service environment. The role. You will provide the analysis, structure and evidence needed to shape better services, clearer requirements and successful transformation delivery. Working with business design partners, programme teams, operational SMEs, digital, data and change colleagues, you will help ensure future-state designs are grounded in operational reality, user needs, business outcomes and the Target Operating Model. This is not simply a requirements-gathering role. You will need to understand complex services, engage stakeholders, map processes, model data and information flows, and turn insight into clear, practical design artefacts. Key responsibilities You will: Analyse current-state property and operational services, including processes, journeys, pain points, risks and service issues. Support discovery and design activity across property services, with potential future involvement in care, finance and HR. Gather insight from operational data, stakeholders and existing documentation. Translate business needs into clear requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, business rules and design artefacts. Support user-centred service design, aligning future-state designs to user needs and business outcomes. Produce process maps, service models, capability views, data flows and supporting documentation. Facilitate workshops with stakeholders, SMEs and delivery teams. Support CRM, CareTech, property and operational system change by defining requirements, data needs and process impacts. Review solution designs and functional specifications against agreed business requirements. Identify risks, assumptions, gaps and misalignment early. Maintain traceability from discovery through design, build, test and implementation. What we are looking for? You will bring strong business analysis and service design capability, ideally gained in a complex, regulated or public-service environment. Experience in some of the following would be ideal: Social housing, local authority housing, care, CareTech, health, local government or regulated services. Property services, asset management, asset compliance, repairs or maintenance. CRM-enabled transformation or customer/service management platforms. Stakeholder engagement across operational, technical and change teams. High-quality documentation, including requirements, process maps, design outputs and workshop records. Data modelling, data flows, reporting requirements or information capture. Business analysis, service design, process analysis or business design within change or transformation. You will also need: Strong analytical and problem-structuring skills. Experience with requirements elicitation, process mapping and journey mapping. The ability to translate operational detail into clear, testable outputs. Good workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A practical understanding of how systems, data and technology support business processes. A user-centred approach, balancing customer, colleague, operational and business needs. To find out more, please apply with your CV to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an employment agency.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Business Analyst. Permanent Remote-first c. 55,000 per annum UK-based We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support business and service design across a major change portfolio. This is a role within Social Housing so the initial focus will be primarily within the property space, including asset management, asset compliance, repairs, maintenance and wider property services. Future work may also extend into care, finance and HR. This role would suit someone with experience in social housing, local authority housing, property services, care, CareTech, CRM-enabled change or another highly regulated public sector or service environment. The role. You will provide the analysis, structure and evidence needed to shape better services, clearer requirements and successful transformation delivery. Working with business design partners, programme teams, operational SMEs, digital, data and change colleagues, you will help ensure future-state designs are grounded in operational reality, user needs, business outcomes and the Target Operating Model. This is not simply a requirements-gathering role. You will need to understand complex services, engage stakeholders, map processes, model data and information flows, and turn insight into clear, practical design artefacts. Key responsibilities You will: Analyse current-state property and operational services, including processes, journeys, pain points, risks and service issues. Support discovery and design activity across property services, with potential future involvement in care, finance and HR. Gather insight from operational data, stakeholders and existing documentation. Translate business needs into clear requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, business rules and design artefacts. Support user-centred service design, aligning future-state designs to user needs and business outcomes. Produce process maps, service models, capability views, data flows and supporting documentation. Facilitate workshops with stakeholders, SMEs and delivery teams. Support CRM, CareTech, property and operational system change by defining requirements, data needs and process impacts. Review solution designs and functional specifications against agreed business requirements. Identify risks, assumptions, gaps and misalignment early. Maintain traceability from discovery through design, build, test and implementation. What we are looking for? You will bring strong business analysis and service design capability, ideally gained in a complex, regulated or public-service environment. Experience in some of the following would be ideal: Social housing, local authority housing, care, CareTech, health, local government or regulated services. Property services, asset management, asset compliance, repairs or maintenance. CRM-enabled transformation or customer/service management platforms. Stakeholder engagement across operational, technical and change teams. High-quality documentation, including requirements, process maps, design outputs and workshop records. Data modelling, data flows, reporting requirements or information capture. Business analysis, service design, process analysis or business design within change or transformation. You will also need: Strong analytical and problem-structuring skills. Experience with requirements elicitation, process mapping and journey mapping. The ability to translate operational detail into clear, testable outputs. Good workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A practical understanding of how systems, data and technology support business processes. A user-centred approach, balancing customer, colleague, operational and business needs. To find out more, please apply with your CV to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an employment agency.
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Enterprise Application Architect Hybrid working. London 2 days a week, remainder remote. Are you ready to shape the future of digital transformation at a leading organisation? We are looking for an Enterprise Application Architect to play a pivotal role in defining, developing, and governing their application architectures. This is an opportunity to lead on embedding automation and AI, modernising systems, and ensuring alignment with the TOGAF Standard as they deliver an ambitious digital strategy. The role - As Enterprise Application Architect, you will: Lead the development of application architectures that are fully aligned with business, data, and technology domains. Drive application rationalisation and the retirement of Legacy systems. Integrate automated, AI, and cloud-smart approaches at the heart of their digital estate. Create TOGAF-aligned deliverables including architecture principles, roadmaps, and gap analyses. Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into effective, future-proof technology solutions. Provide thought leadership, mentoring, and consultancy across the organisation. Deputise for the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. This is a senior, strategic position where you'll combine leadership and technical expertise with the ability to influence and guide key decisions across the client. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. £80,000 - £84,500 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Comprehensive personal and professional development opportunities, including support for TOGAF v10 certification. Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: Full-Time, Permanent. What we're looking for, You'll bring a blend of vision, experience, and influence. Essential skills and experience include: A degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Professional knowledge of TOGAF and related frameworks (eg ArchiMate). At least 5 years' experience in Enterprise Architecture within a complex environment. Strong knowledge of application rationalisation, automation, and AI integration. Expertise with Enterprise Application Architecture tooling (eg ArchiMate, Sparx, Ardoq, BizzDesign). Significant cloud experience - Azure is essential (AWS/GCP desirable). A solid understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, APIs, SOA, microservices, and event-driven services. Excellent analytical, planning, and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Leading small teams of architects. Desirable experience includes: Integration platform improvements. Cloud-smart strategies and automation platforms. Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and system development life cycle methodologies. Why join ? This is more than a technical role - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. You'll be central to shaping the clients digital future, embedding innovative solutions that improve experiences for staff, students, and stakeholders alike. In return, we offer a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with excellent benefits and career development opportunities. Diversity The client values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and their aim is to become the most inclusive organisation of its kind, anywhere. In line with this mission, they have set up a Women in Technology network to encourage collaboration with cross-functional teams to support the professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for women in IT Services. Recognising the underrepresentation of women in IT Services, the Network aims to promote the growth and advancement of women in their technology workforce. Note: Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities. Applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements are welcome. How to Apply If you are an experienced Enterprise Architect with a passion for innovation and business impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV to Simon at (see below) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Enterprise Application Architect Hybrid working. London 2 days a week, remainder remote. Are you ready to shape the future of digital transformation at a leading organisation? We are looking for an Enterprise Application Architect to play a pivotal role in defining, developing, and governing their application architectures. This is an opportunity to lead on embedding automation and AI, modernising systems, and ensuring alignment with the TOGAF Standard as they deliver an ambitious digital strategy. The role - As Enterprise Application Architect, you will: Lead the development of application architectures that are fully aligned with business, data, and technology domains. Drive application rationalisation and the retirement of Legacy systems. Integrate automated, AI, and cloud-smart approaches at the heart of their digital estate. Create TOGAF-aligned deliverables including architecture principles, roadmaps, and gap analyses. Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into effective, future-proof technology solutions. Provide thought leadership, mentoring, and consultancy across the organisation. Deputise for the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. This is a senior, strategic position where you'll combine leadership and technical expertise with the ability to influence and guide key decisions across the client. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. £80,000 - £84,500 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Comprehensive personal and professional development opportunities, including support for TOGAF v10 certification. Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: Full-Time, Permanent. What we're looking for, You'll bring a blend of vision, experience, and influence. Essential skills and experience include: A degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Professional knowledge of TOGAF and related frameworks (eg ArchiMate). At least 5 years' experience in Enterprise Architecture within a complex environment. Strong knowledge of application rationalisation, automation, and AI integration. Expertise with Enterprise Application Architecture tooling (eg ArchiMate, Sparx, Ardoq, BizzDesign). Significant cloud experience - Azure is essential (AWS/GCP desirable). A solid understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, APIs, SOA, microservices, and event-driven services. Excellent analytical, planning, and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Leading small teams of architects. Desirable experience includes: Integration platform improvements. Cloud-smart strategies and automation platforms. Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and system development life cycle methodologies. Why join ? This is more than a technical role - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. You'll be central to shaping the clients digital future, embedding innovative solutions that improve experiences for staff, students, and stakeholders alike. In return, we offer a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with excellent benefits and career development opportunities. Diversity The client values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and their aim is to become the most inclusive organisation of its kind, anywhere. In line with this mission, they have set up a Women in Technology network to encourage collaboration with cross-functional teams to support the professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for women in IT Services. Recognising the underrepresentation of women in IT Services, the Network aims to promote the growth and advancement of women in their technology workforce. Note: Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities. Applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements are welcome. How to Apply If you are an experienced Enterprise Architect with a passion for innovation and business impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV to Simon at (see below) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
DV-Cleared Application Support Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) The Role We are seeking a DV-cleared Application Support Engineer to join our client's on-site team in the Cheltenham area. You will help maintain and support a managed cross-domain service, leveraging a broad range of technologies. The role focuses on site reliability engineering practices to ensure service resilience, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Area (on-site minimum 4 days per week) Rate: 500 - 600 per day Clearance: Active DV clearance required Start : ASAP Duration : 6 months Key Responsibilities Build & Deploy Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Java, Maven, and NPM. Configure and execute automated test suites with Maven and Cypress. Deploy and configure services using Terraform and Ansible across OpenShift, RHEL/CentOS, and Docker. Configure and integrate third-party software and appliances. Monitoring & Verification Track service performance and availability using Influx and Grafana. Configure alerts to detect issues before they escalate. Analyse logs and investigate anomalies in system behaviour. Support & Troubleshooting Provide 2nd/3rd line support, resolving issues and answering business queries. Manage incidents, escalate problems, and conduct root cause analysis. Implement proactive changes to improve service stability. Maintenance Automate tasks to reduce manual workload. Conduct OS health checks, patching, and database housekeeping. Support multi-site data centre operations. Key Skills Experience in a managed service environment with strong service delivery focus. Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible). Application development experience (Java or similar). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Proficient with Git version control. Desirable Skills Experience with microservices deployment and administration. Familiarity with messaging platforms (e.g., AMQP). Knowledge of S3 object storage. Experience with RDBMS (Oracle or similar) Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
DV-Cleared Application Support Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) The Role We are seeking a DV-cleared Application Support Engineer to join our client's on-site team in the Cheltenham area. You will help maintain and support a managed cross-domain service, leveraging a broad range of technologies. The role focuses on site reliability engineering practices to ensure service resilience, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Area (on-site minimum 4 days per week) Rate: 500 - 600 per day Clearance: Active DV clearance required Start : ASAP Duration : 6 months Key Responsibilities Build & Deploy Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Java, Maven, and NPM. Configure and execute automated test suites with Maven and Cypress. Deploy and configure services using Terraform and Ansible across OpenShift, RHEL/CentOS, and Docker. Configure and integrate third-party software and appliances. Monitoring & Verification Track service performance and availability using Influx and Grafana. Configure alerts to detect issues before they escalate. Analyse logs and investigate anomalies in system behaviour. Support & Troubleshooting Provide 2nd/3rd line support, resolving issues and answering business queries. Manage incidents, escalate problems, and conduct root cause analysis. Implement proactive changes to improve service stability. Maintenance Automate tasks to reduce manual workload. Conduct OS health checks, patching, and database housekeeping. Support multi-site data centre operations. Key Skills Experience in a managed service environment with strong service delivery focus. Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible). Application development experience (Java or similar). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Proficient with Git version control. Desirable Skills Experience with microservices deployment and administration. Familiarity with messaging platforms (e.g., AMQP). Knowledge of S3 object storage. Experience with RDBMS (Oracle or similar) Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
