Yolk Recruitment Ltd

19 job(s) at Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
VP of AI/ML and Data UK - Cardiff, London or Remote (with occasional travel) £100,000 - £200,000 total package What You'll Do: Define and lead the company-wide AI and data strategy , reporting directly to the CTO. Build and lead a new AI/ML function , while shaping the existing data team. Establish a modern data platform using Fabric, Databricks or similar technologies to power predictive analytics and automation. Deliver the business's first AI-powered products and tools , such as intelligent search, document OCR and insight-driven reporting. Partner with product and engineering to turn customer requirements into scalable AI solutions. Champion an AI-first culture , embedding automation and data-driven decision-making across the organisation. What You'll Bring: Proven experience delivering AI/ML capabilities in production , ideally within a SaaS or enterprise setting. Technical depth across machine learning, MLOps, and data engineering . Experience building and scaling teams in data and AI disciplines. Background in cloud-based data platforms - Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake, AWS or Azure . A hands-on mindset with the ability to balance technical leadership and strategic direction. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate at an executive level. Why You Should Apply: This is a genuine build-from-scratch opportunity .You'll have the autonomy to shape how AI is designed, governed and delivered across a global software business, setting the roadmap, hiring the team, and seeing your ideas go live in products used by thousands. It's ideal for someone who wants to make a visible impact and lead a company through a major AI transformation. Ready to Apply? Contact Lewis Allen to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a brief note outlining why you're a great fit for this role.Know someone perfect for it? We offer a referral scheme - get in touch!
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Dorchester, Dorset
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) 3-shift rotation (Earlies, Afternoons, Days - no nights) £51,500 per annum Dorcester, Dorset Have you recently completed your apprenticeship or are you a time-served Maintenance Engineer with experience in a fast-paced food production environment? Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturer that prides itself on quality, investment, and a collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join their engineering team as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer. This is what you'll be doing You'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of a busy food production site, carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance while supporting minor projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities: Execute planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and keep production on track. Respond to breakdowns quickly, ensuring clear communication with production teams. Identify and investigate root causes of recurring issues, documenting corrective actions. Support project work and assist the site project team with small installations and upgrades. Maintain and service utilities including boilers, compressed air, and water treatment systems. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, food safety, and environmental standards. Carry out electrical fault finding and component replacement, including drives, relays, and 3-phase equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement, sharing knowledge and supporting best practices across the team. Qualifications and Skills: NVQ Level 3 or time-served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline. 18th Edition qualified (or working towards). Strong electrical fault-finding skills with mechanical competence (pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, valves, etc.). Experience in FMCG or similar fast-paced production environment preferred. And this is what you'll get in return Salary circa £51,500 3-shift rotation with no night shifts Competitive overtime opportunities Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Excellent training and progression opportunities within a stable and growing site Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter Liam Reid. Apply with your CV (a cover letter is welcome if you'd like to highlight why you're a great fit). We also run a referral scheme - if you know someone suitable, please let us know. Please note: whilst we aim to contact all candidates, due to high volumes we can't always guarantee this. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately this role isn't progressing - but please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. Unfortunately, the client is unable to accept applications from those who currently, or will be requiring sponsorship.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Clevedon, Somerset
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Multiskilled Maintenance EngineerLocation: ClevedonSalary: circa £48,000 + weekends off + unlimited overtime (realistic earning potential £65k+)Shift: Continental/no weekends Are you a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a shift pattern with no weekend working as well as days off in the week and loads of opportunity for overtime with all your free time? Our client, a leading manufacturer supplying products to a wide range of market sectors, is looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their established team. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer confident in both electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills of hydraulic machinery to join a market leader known for strong financial performance and a commitment to improving equipment performance, reliability, and workforce development. Here's what you'll be doing: Ensuring that production targets are met by providing timely technical support in the correction, prevention, and elimination of technical issues. Driving the shift from reactive maintenance to a proactive, improvement-focused culture to enhance equipment performance and reliability. Performing routine and reactive maintenance on production machinery to reduce downtime. Conducting electrical and mechanical fault-finding Implementing preventive maintenance schedules and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. Collaborating with production teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Assisting with new equipment installations and commissioning. Keeping detailed maintenance records and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Working unsupervised in accordance with established safe systems of work. Requirements for the role: Recognised Level 3 qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical discipline. Experience with PLCs (ideal but not essential). Experience in Hydraulics Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team. And this is what you'll get in return: Starting salary of over £47,000 plus a variety of benefits including paid sickness, life insurance, paid training and development and more! Ample opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates, bringing realistic annual earnings to £65,000+ Are you up to the challenge? If you think you have the skills and experience required to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now with your CV and a brief covering letter. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Software Developer (.net) £56,631 Bridgend - Hybrid Overview Are you an experienced developer who wants to shape a new digital function from the ground up? We're looking for a Senior Software Developer to help design and deliver modern services that make a real impact. You'll play a leading role in building a new event-driven integration platform on the Microsoft Azure stack, working initially with consultants before taking ownership as our in-house technical lead. This isn't just about writing code-you'll also grow and mentor a new team, set best practice, and help drive a digital transformation. Job Title: Senior Software Developer Reports to: Software Engineering Manager Overview As the first member of our new in-house development team, you'll lead the design, build, and delivery of an enterprise-grade Azure-based integration platform. You'll set technical direction, champion quality and security, and mentor future developers to deliver excellent digital services. Key Responsibilities Design and develop an event-driven API/microservices platform on Azure. Integrate multiple third-party systems securely and reliably. Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment and operations. Establish coding standards and best practice across the development lifecycle. Present proofs of concept and guide technical decisions. Recruit, mentor, and lead future developers. Contribute to wider digital and technology strategy. Essential Strong experience delivering enterprise solutions on Microsoft Azure. Advanced skills in .NET / C#. Hands-on expertise with event-driven design and technologies (Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, Event Grid). Experience building APIs/microservices with Azure tools (Functions, APIM, Web Apps). Knowledge of Azure data services (SQL, Storage, Data Lake, Cosmos DB). Track record of leading development and mentoring others. Strong communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working in agile teams. Desirable Microsoft Azure certifications. GraphQL (e.g. HotChocolate). Exposure to Kafka or other event-driven platforms. Knowledge of DevOps/IaC (Docker, Azure DevOps). Familiarity with Azure observability, identity, and security tools. Gitflow knowledge. Personal Qualities Customer-focused and improvement-driven. Positive, proactive, and collaborative. Strong problem-solving and influencing skills. Committed to personal and team development. Think this one's for you If you think this Software Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Newport, Gwent
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Engineering Test ManagerSouth WalesContract - 6 months Yolk Recruitment is partnered with a well-established engineering business looking for a Contract Engineering Test Manager for a 6 month contract leading an Engineering test lab and team.You'll play a role in overseeing oversee test and development projects and ensure the smooth running of a busy engineering test laboratory environment, supporting the development of new products with test and validation activities. This is what you'll be doing Planning and overseeing test and development work in an R&D Test Lab, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the right standard Leading and managing a small team of technicians Planning and coordinating test activities for prototypes, validation and customer programmes. Producing verification plans, test plans, procedures, and schedules The experience you'll bring to the team Background in an engineering laboratory or test environment. Experience of hydraulics and/or electro-hydraulics Knowledge of data acquisition systems and test processes. Practical mindset, confident in planning work, solving problems, and making improvements. Apply now to find out more.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Newport, Gwent
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Development Engineer South Wales £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with an established and growing engineering business, part of a global group investing heavily in its UK design and development operations, to recruit a Development Engineer for a collaborative and forward-thinking R&D function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to play a key role in testing, validating, and improving complex mechanical and mechatronic systems used in demanding, high-performance applications. You'll work at the intersection of design, analysis and production - helping to turn innovative concepts into reliable, proven products. This is what you'll be doing Planning and carrying out development and validation testing on new and existing products Gathering, analysing and interpreting performance data to support engineering decisions Producing clear technical documentation and detailed test reports for internal and external use Supporting New Product Development (NPD) activity from concept through to production release Contributing to DFMEA, DFM and DFA reviews and helping to resolve technical challenges Working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to optimise performance and reliability Occasionally visiting group or customer sites to support testing and development programmes The experience you'll bring to the team HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience) Experience within a product development, validation, or test environment Confidence interpreting drawings, schematics and technical documentation Ability to analyse data, perform engineering calculations, and communicate findings clearly Practical mindset, comfortable in both lab and workshop environments Self-motivated, methodical, and comfortable working as part of a cross-functional team And this is what you'll get in return Salary in the region of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience Excellent benefits package including pension, holidays and wider perks. Real technical variety, working on products from concept to production Long-term development and progression within a global engineering group Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Morden, Surrey
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Engineering Manager - Morden, London Salary: Up to £95,000 Location: Morden, London - hybrid, 2-3 days per week in the office Yolk Recruitment are hiring for an Engineering Manager to join a growing B2B SaaS business. This role will give you the chance to lead multiple engineering squads and play a key part in shaping the future of a platform used by thousands of organisations. You'll focus on improving the current solution and developing new features driven by client and partner needs. You'll be managing 2-3 squads (8-12 engineers) , with direct reports in the UK and wider team members based internationally. It's a mix of people leadership, technical guidance, and hands-on coding (around 20% of your time). What you'll be doing: Leading and mentoring engineers, holding regular 1-to-1s and supporting career development Driving delivery of the product roadmap - from new features to integrations and platform improvements Setting and maintaining engineering standards around security, testability, and maintainability Reviewing code and giving constructive feedback Building a collaborative, open, and accountable culture across global teams Working closely with Product and Architecture to align technical delivery with business goals What you'll bring: 5+ years of software development experience with .Net and JavaScript/TypeScript 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams Strong background in Agile/Scrum delivery SaaS platform experience (AWS preferred) and knowledge of distributed systems at scale Familiarity with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and SaaS security best practice Excellent communication skills and a growth mindset What's on offer: Up to £95,000 salary Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the Morden office) Opportunity to lead international squads and influence the future of a growing SaaS platform Clear focus on personal and professional development If you're a people-focused Engineering Manager with a passion for SaaS technology, this could be your next move.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
SharePoint SPFx Developer Initial 6 Months Fully Remote INSIDE IR35 Circa £500 Per Day Yolk Recruitment are currently hiring for a SharePoint SPFx Developer on an initial 6-month contract with likely extension. This fully remote role offers circa £500 per day inside IR35, supporting a high-profile Microsoft 365 programme. About the Role: You will be a key technical lead for SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365, providing expertise in SPFx development, configuration, and workflow automation. You will work closely with stakeholders, development teams, and business users to deliver scalable, maintainable, and modern collaboration solutions across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web parts and extensions using React and TypeScript. Collaborate with stakeholders and developers to deliver advanced SharePoint customisations. Support integration and workflow automation using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Logic Apps). Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell (PnP, SPO Management Shell) to automate administration tasks. Advise on best practices for modern SharePoint development and governance. Ensure solutions are secure, compliant, and follow Microsoft 365 best practices. Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes. Essential Experience: Experience in SharePoint Online development and SPFx . Strong experience with React, TypeScript, and Office UI/Fluent UI . Knowledge of Power Platform integration with SharePoint Online. Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration. Experience collaborating with development teams on complex projects. Desirable Skills: Exposure to SharePoint REST API and modern development practices. Experience with enterprise-scale SPFx solutions and customisations. Familiarity with Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or other M365 integrations . Knowledge of external collaboration security models and governance.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Microsoft 365 Technical Consultant (SharePoint & Security) Initial 6 Month Contract Fully Remote INSIDE IR35 Circa £550 Per Day Yolk Recruitment are currently hiring for a Microsoft 365 Technical Consultant (SharePoint & Security) on an initial 6-month contract with likely extension. This fully remote role offers circa £550 per day inside IR35, supporting a high-profile Microsoft 365 programme. About the Role: You will be a key technical lead for SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365, providing expertise in configuration, administration, and migration. You will work closely with stakeholders, development teams, and security teams to deliver secure, compliant, and efficient collaboration solutions across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead SharePoint Online migrations from on-premises environments. Configure and manage Microsoft Entra ID, including B2B collaboration, conditional access, and security groups. Implement Microsoft 365 security solutions, including DLP, information protection, and compliance centre policies. Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell (SharePoint Online Management Shell, PnP PowerShell) to automate administration tasks. Support integration and workflow automation using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate). Collaborate with developers on advanced SharePoint customisations and solutions. Advise on external collaboration security models and ensure compliance with data isolation and governance requirements. Essential Experience: Technical experience in SharePoint Online administration, configuration, and migration. Strong understanding of Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access, and security group management. Experience with Microsoft 365 security, information protection, DLP policies, and compliance centre. Proficiency in PowerShell scripting (SharePoint Online Management Shell, PnP PowerShell). Knowledge of Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) and SharePoint integrations. Experience coordinating with development teams on technical projects. Desirable Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID Premium features. Experience with SharePoint REST API and modern development practices. Exposure to designing external collaboration portals with strict data isolation. Experience working with custom SharePoint Framework (SPFx) solutions.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Role: .NET Developer Salary: £40,000 Location: Cardiff (hybrid) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst working with one of the first fully cloud-based organizations. We are now looking for a .NET developer to help design, code and test programs, using the right standards and tools. This includes building interfaces between systems, or working on more complex user focussed applications as part of the wider team. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop new systems or enhance existing applications with guidance from the Lead Developer Write clean, secure, and well-tested code Follow and contribute to coding best practices Support, troubleshoot, and maintain live systems Manage releases via CI/CD pipelines and assist with post-deployment support Act on IT security recommendations and ensure code meets required standards Mentor junior team members and apprentices Escalate technical issues when needed Technical Experience: Experience with Microsoft Azure or similar cloud platforms (such as AWS or Google Cloud) Experience working with a front end JavaScript framework such as Vue, React or Angular etc. Working knowledge of the .NET platform Think this one's for you If you think this .NET Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Pontyclun, Mid Glamorgan
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics South Wales £32,000 - £36,000 + substantial pension, bonus, benefits package Yolk Engineering is exclusively managing a new opportunity with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products, innovation in manufacturing and the employer of choice for any passionate Engineer. This is a high potential career opportunity working with cutting edge technologies in a future proof field. An exciting new role in a growing team that combines NPI, project management, design-level product knowledge and hands-on bench skills, and will give you an end to end view of the product lifecycle and the opportunity to develop your expertise and career in a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll need electrical/electronic knowledge and will have an understanding of how a product is manufactured. A familiarity with software is advantageous, as is exposure to project management, either through leading projects yourself or exposure to PM tools and processes. You'll need to be comfortable on the bench, analytically, and working with others. What you'll be doing You'll work in a collaborative team responsibel for quickly understading new products, supporting their introduction, from development stage feedback to technical support in full manufacturing flow. Every day's different, but activities include: Leading and coordinating new product introductions - chairing meetings, planning timelines, managing actions and acting as the technical lead from concept to manufacture. Taking ownership of product-related issues - fault-finding down to component level, carrying out root cause analysis, and implementing robust countermeasures. Working closely with design authorities to support product improvements and guide design-for-manufacture decisions. Providing day-to-day technical support, becoming the go-to expert for your allocated product or technology. Getting involved in everything from installing new equipment and mentoring apprentices, to educating others in your specialist area and identifying ways to improve process and quality. Depending on business needs and your own abilities the split of work can vary, at times more focused on NPI, at others on technical support and problem-solving. There's structure in working to strong process frameworks but once fully embedded in your role you'll be in control of your day, trusted to direct your own activities to support your department and company's objectives. What we're looking for A background in electrical or electronic engineering - either through education or strong hands-on experience. Practical bench skills, including diagnostic and fault-finding experience. An understanding of project management principles - including planning, coordination, and communicating across departments. Someone who works well with others but also thrives with independence and freedom to make decisions. Comfortable dealing with people at all levels and confident presenting Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean methodologies is advantageous Familiarity with structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 8D, DMAIC, KT) is advantageous. An interest in next-gen electronics, embedded tech or AI - a natural curiosity and passion for learning. And this is what you'll get in return Salary depending on experience Substantial company pension Private healthcare Annual company bonus 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Significant training resources and time given for development Proven progression opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Project Engineer role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Salesforce Software Developer- £58,000 (London) £54,000 (Remote) - Flexible (Remote Available) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team are working closely with an incredibly worthwhile charity that supports some of the most in need people. They work closely with charities in the space to create a strong network of support for the vulnerable. We are helping them recruit a software developer to join their Salesforce product team and write secure code following a test driven approach. You will need to have experience developing within the Salesforce Platform - taking user stories and translating them into deliverable software. What the Salesforce Software Developer will be doing You will be embedded with the product team developing and maintaining functionality for the salesforce managed package. Translating user requirements into bespoke solutions that factor in Salesforce package limitations Working to secure-by-design principles to ensure the bespoke systems pass Salesforce security reviews Design and build bespoke software using a test driven approach What the successful Salesforce Software Developer will bring to the team You will have solid experience designing, coding and implementing software that works seamlessly with Salesforce and salesforce custom top layers Strong knowledge of Salesforce Lightning Web Components (LWC), Apex, SOQL, JavaScript Salesforce Lightning Design System (SLDS), REST API, Git and packages. Experience translating non-technical requirements to technical requirements and deliver them as functional code Strong knowledge of secure by design principles with knowledge of secure regulatory principles The ability to analyse and optimise the development process The knowledge of systems design and integration to meet business needs Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to £58,000 Flexible working arrangements Generous Holiday Allowances - 30 days PLUS bank holidays Employee assistance and training programmes Think this one's for you If you think this Salesforce Software Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Bristol, Somerset
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
About the Organisation Yolk Recruitment are delighted to be working in partnership with the Office for Students (OfS) - the independent regulator for higher education in England. The OfS works to ensure that every student, whatever their background, has a fulfilling higher education experience that enriches their lives and careers. It regulates the higher education sector to ensure providers deliver high quality, financially sustainable courses and positive outcomes for their students. The OfS is now seeking a Financial Sustainability Consultant to play a key role in safeguarding student interests by assessing and advising on the financial health of higher education providers. The Role As a Financial Sustainability Consultant, you will provide expert financial scrutiny, analysis and assurance in relation to the viability and sustainability of higher education providers. You will: Conduct detailed reviews of financial data, forecasts, and modelling outputs to identify and assess financial risks across the sector. Engage with senior executives at universities and colleges - including CFOs and Accountable Officers - to understand how they are managing financial pressures and planning for contingencies. Provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to the OfS on the financial management and risk exposure of providers. Assess financial risk management, stress testing, and scenario planning, challenging assumptions and advising on areas for improvement. Lead or support investigations into financial events or concerns, ensuring regulatory action is proportionate, transparent, and effective. Contribute to wider policy development and sector analysis, helping the OfS build a deep understanding of financial resilience across higher education. This is a visible, strategic role in which you'll be advising on high-impact issues that affect both providers and students. About You We're seeking a senior finance professional with strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills. You will bring: Full accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - essential. Significant experience in financial management, auditing, or financial interrogation. Proven ability to operate at a senior level, building credibility with senior executives and external stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex analysis into clear insights. Ability to travel across the UK to meet HE providers when necessary. Experience in higher education, corporate governance, regulation, or restructuring/insolvency would be advantageous but is not essential. A background in regulated sectors or complex multi-stakeholder environments would also be highly relevant. Benefits Professional development with tailored learning plans, specialist training, and mentoring 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 after five years), plus public holidays Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Civil Service Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions Health and wellbeing support, including health checks and wellbeing advice Flexible and hybrid working options Retail, leisure, and entertainment discounts Cycle-to-work scheme and on-site facilities Equipment provided for safe and comfortable home working Application Process To access the full job description and for a confidential discussion, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by Friday, 17th October 2025 Interviews held online towards the end of October 2025. The OfS values diversity and the wealth of perspectives, experience and ideas that it brings to their work, and they strive to embed equality of opportunity in everything they do. OfS recruit based on fair and open competition and welcome applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, race and ethnicity, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Newport, Gwent
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
IT & OT Asset Analyst Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £52,107 + excellent benefits Yolk Recruitment are working with a leading organisation to recruit an IT & OT Asset Analyst into their growing IT Service Management function. This is a newly created role offering a real opportunity to shape and improve asset management practices across both IT and OT (Operational Technology) functions. Sitting within the IT Commercial and Contracts Team, you'll be central to managing the lifecycle of technology assets - from acquisition and deployment through to optimisation and disposal. You'll work closely with internal teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders to ensure compliance, improve processes, and maximise value from assets in a highly regulated, critical national infrastructure environment. If you're proactive, analytical and passionate about asset management, this role gives you the scope to make a real impact. What you'll be doing Maintaining accurate records for IT & OT assets across multiple systems (e.g. ServiceNow, CMDB). Supporting the full lifecycle of assets, from procurement to decommissioning. Assisting with compliance checks, reporting on asset health and performance, and supporting remediation where needed. Working with suppliers and vendors to support procurement, maintenance, and disposal of assets. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within asset management processes and tools. Tracking costs, supporting financial reporting, and identifying opportunities for savings. Supporting incident and problem management where asset-related issues are involved. Collaborating with IT, OT, finance, procurement, and service delivery teams to embed best practices. The skills and experience you'll bring Proven experience managing IT and OT assets in a large-scale enterprise environment. Knowledge of asset lifecycle management, including procurement, tracking, maintenance, and disposal. Experience using asset management tools such as ServiceNow, CMDB, or similar. Strong understanding of compliance requirements and industry standards related to IT & OT assets. Good financial awareness, with experience tracking costs and working alongside procurement/finance teams. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. ITIL Foundation or professional asset management certification (CITAM, CAMP, ISO 55001) would be advantageous. What you'll get in return (not limited to) Hybrid working (50% in office / 50% working from home) Flexible working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan Comprehensive training Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer £38,000 - £39,000 Monday - Friday, Days Cheltenham Overview This successful business stands as a prominent and well-established player in their respective industry, delivering high quality products throughout the United Kingdom. They are currently looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their expanding team. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, what you'll be doing: Identifying failure modes of plant equipment and returning the equipment to operation safely and in a reasonable timescale. Diagnosing and repairing equipment breakdowns. To liaise with engineering day teams to identify and resolve long-term engineering issues. Locating spare parts using the maintenance management system. Collecting and returning spares to stores. Identifying failure modes of electrical equipment and making recommendations to prevent further failures. Obtaining maintenance schedules from the maintenance management system and feeding back work carried out. Work arising to be recorded using notifications. To carry out preventive maintenance routines, including the following: Working collaboratively with other Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer's to ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance is completed in line with scheduling. What we'll need from you: Significant experience within a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer role within manufacturing. Constant drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation with ability to motivate others. Ability to work under pressure. Accurate and timely reporting skills. Completed an apprenticeship as a Maintenance Engineer. Working knowledge of good engineering practices. NVQ level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent City & Guilds or HNC) or equivalent. What you'll get in return: Pension Contributios up to 10% (by employer). Shares Scheme Bonus Scheme Opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment. Opportunity for career growth and development. Generous leave entitlement. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Salesforce Developer - Morden (Hybrid) - £70,000 - £90,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with a leading global business that continues to grow and invest heavily in their Salesforce capability. Recognised for their collaborative culture and commitment to employee development, they're offering a great opportunity for an experienced Salesforce Developer to make a real impact. We're looking for a Salesforce Developer to join their dedicated team. You'll design, build, and customise solutions that support business goals, enhance user experience, and ensure the platform is used to its full potential. Alongside hands-on development, you'll play a part in driving best practice and contributing to continuous improvement across the function. What you'll be doing: Design, develop, test, and deploy Salesforce solutions including Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Configure Salesforce with Flows, Validation Rules, and Page Layouts to meet business needs. Build and maintain integrations with external systems using APIs and middleware tools. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development and production environments. Translate business requirements into well-structured technical designs. Support new Salesforce features and releases by assessing and implementing relevant enhancements. Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, QA, and other developers to deliver high-quality solutions. Take part in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and documentation to support maintainability and team learning. The skills you'll need: 5+ years' experience as a Salesforce Developer with strong expertise in Apex, Visualforce, and LWC. Proven experience integrating Salesforce with other platforms via REST/SOAP APIs or middleware (e.g. MuleSoft). Hands-on experience with Experience Cloud customisation and configuration. Strong knowledge of Salesforce security, governor limits, and performance best practices. Proficiency in JavaScript and building custom UIs on the Lightning platform. Familiarity with code versioning (Bitbucket/Git) and project tracking tools (JIRA/Confluence). Salesforce certifications - Platform Developer I essential, Developer II or Architect certifications a bonus. Knowledge of agile methodologies and Salesforce DevOps processes. Experience with data migration tools (Data Loader, ETL). Company Benefits: Enhanced Parental Leave Generous annual leave Healthcare Plan Annual Giving Day - an extra day to give back to yourself or your community Cycle-to-work Scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions Life Assurance - 3X base salary Rewards Program - access to discounts and cashback LinkedIn Learning Licence for upskilling & development Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone who'd be great for this role? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Position: QA Engineer Location: Central London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Salary: Up to £60,000 + benefits We're looking for experienced QA Engineers to join a growing sustainability-focused SaaS division within a global organisation. This is a chance to work on meaningful products that help businesses reduce their impact on the planet, while developing your own skills in a collaborative, modern engineering environment. The role As a QA Engineer, you'll be responsible for making sure our products are reliable, scalable, and secure. You'll work closely with developers, DevOps, and stakeholders to design and run tests, embed automation into CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering function. You'll be hands-on across manual, automated, and performance testing, and will have the chance to explore how AI/ML can support smarter testing and better coverage. This is a role where your input will directly influence the quality of the solutions delivered to customers. What you'll be doing Define test strategies and create test plans with your scrum team. Design, document, and run functional, integration, security, and performance tests. Build and maintain automated tests with tools such as Playwright. Validate APIs and data flows using Postman and SQL. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps). Apply AI/ML-driven approaches for test generation, prioritisation, and anomaly detection. Run load, stress, and scalability testing to identify performance bottlenecks. Support UAT sessions with stakeholders. What we're looking for 5+ years' software testing experience, including 2+ years in automation. Strong background in QA methodologies and test planning. Hands-on experience with Playwright, plus CI/CD integration. Comfortable with Jira, TestRail, and Agile/Scrum environments. Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with a growth mindset. Interest in AI/ML approaches for testing is a plus. Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Full Stack Developer X2 Location: Shoreditch (3 days a week in office, hybrid working) Salary: £60,000 + benefits Type: Permanent About the role We're looking for two Full Stack Developers with strong .NET & React.JS skills to join a collaborative tech team working on high-impact software solutions. You'll play a key role in building and maintaining applications that deliver real business value, while also influencing the product roadmap and contributing to future innovation. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working in an Agile environment, and wants the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a direct impact on a company's success. What you'll be doing Plan, write, test, and maintain code for web, mobile, and desktop applications in .NET. Collaborate with developers, QA, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features. Take part in peer reviews and solution design discussions. Troubleshoot support tickets and provide 3rd-level support where needed. Help improve coding standards and development practices. Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team. Contribute ideas to the product roadmap and future feature development. The skills you'll need Strong technical knowledge in .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC/Web Forms, HTML/CSS/SASS, JavaScript/TypeScript, RESTful APIs, SQL Server, and Entity Framework. Experience with scalable applications, design patterns, and asynchronous programming (e.g. queuing, caching, logging). Familiarity with Windows services, DevOps, Azure OR AWS, CI/CD, and security best practices (OWASP, ISO standards). Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders. Organised, motivated, and able to prioritise effectively under pressure. A relevant degree would be beneficial, but not essential. Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!
Yolk Recruitment Ltd Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Salesforce Business Analyst Hybrid Cardiff Up to £50,000 DOE + Bonus What You'll Do: As a Salesforce Business Analyst, you'll sit within the Product team and act as a key link between business stakeholders, developers, and product leads. You'll be responsible for translating complex needs into clear, deliverable requirements that shape scalable, client-focused solutions. You'll run discovery sessions, gather and document business needs, write user stories, and collaborate with developers through backlog grooming and implementation. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to influence the roadmap of a highly configurable, cloud-based solution. What You'll Bring: Strong experience as a Business Analyst within software development, ideally with a focus on Salesforce In-depth knowledge of Salesforce capabilities, especially Sales Cloud and Service Cloud Confidence in gathering, analysing, and documenting functional requirements Familiarity with Agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to translate technical solutions for non-technical audiences Experience in source-to-contract or procurement tech is a real bonus Salesforce Admin or Business Analysis certifications are highly desirable Why You Should Apply: This is your chance to join a business making real strides in the public sector procurement space. You'll gain exposure to impactful projects, contribute to a powerful Salesforce-based product, and be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team. With hybrid working, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to make your mark, this is an ideal role for someone passionate about both tech and process improvement. Ready to Apply? Contact Lewis Allen to find out more.Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch!Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!