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Financial Controller Annual Salary: £58,079 - £64,464 Location: Dunstable, LU5 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking an experienced and committed Financial Controller to join a hardworking and dedicated Finance Team within a Multi Academy Trust. This pivotal role involves overseeing and managing all financial operations across the Trust, including line management of the team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position requires a highly skilled and motivated manager with extensive experience in financial and management reporting, and operational activities within the educational sector. Day-to-day of the role: Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor the central finance team within the Trust, including finance managers and finance officers, ensuring high performance and professional development. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and transparency within the finance function across the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Ensure accountability across the team by monitoring delivery, quality of output, and adherence to deadlines. Financial Management & Reporting: Lead the preparation and submission of accurate monthly and annual financial reports for the Trust, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and regulations. Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements for the Trust, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow forecasts. Manage the preparation of budgets and forecasts for each school and for the Trust as a whole, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and priorities. Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Manage cash flow across the Trust, ensuring that sufficient funds are available to meet operational and strategic objectives. Monitor and m anage investment strategies to maximise returns while ensuring the safety of funds. Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and policies, including those set by the DfE, HMRC, and the Charity Commission. Work closely with the Trust's auditors to facilitate smooth and efficient audits. Required Skills & Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification with significant experience in a financial management role. Proven experience as a Financial Controller, with specific e xperience in financial management within a Multi-Academy Trust, educational setting, or non-profit sector. Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting standards, and the funding framework for academies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data. High proficiency in financial software and Excel; experience with MAT-specific financial systems (e.g., PS Financials, Sage, FMS) is an advantage. Benefits: Competitive salary range of £58,079 to £64,464 , dependent on experience. Permanent, full-time position with a 37-hour work week. Opportunity to work within a diverse and supportive finance team. Professional development opportunities within a growing Trust. To apply for the Financial Controller position, please apply here.

You've built it, scaled it, and learned the hard lessons. Now it's time to use that experience to help others do the same - without the guesswork. Behind every successful SME is a founder facing complex decisions, constant pressure and the challenge of leading growth without losing clarity or control. We exist to support those founders, and we're now seeking an exceptional Business Coach to join us in helping ambitious entrepreneurs build high-performing businesses that deliver both commercial success and personal freedom. This is an opportunity to coach at the sharp end of SME growth. As a Business Coach, you'll work alongside ambitious founders of established businesses, using proven frameworks, commercial insight and trusted advisory skills to help them scale with confidence - while building your own rewarding coaching practice within a respected, results-driven partnership. If you've got the playbook and are ready to share it with some amazing businesses, we'd love to hear from you. We are particularly keen to hear from tech sector subject-matter experts who have founded, grown or exited a Tech/Software business. Ready to make a difference? The Opportunity at a Glance: Business Coach Employment or Self-Employed Associate Hybrid (UK-wide) OTE £75,000-£100,000+ Who we are: We are a trusted coaching partner to established, scaling founder-led businesses. We help founders and leadership teams align their personal and business goals, build high-performing teams, and achieve sustainable financial freedom through proven frameworks and practical, commercially-minded coaching. With a portfolio of 65+ active clients across diverse sectors, from design, architecture and creative studios to professional services, technology and high-end manufacturing, HCP has earned a reputation for results-driven coaching that blends structure, psychology and commercial strategy. Our clients are typically founder-led SMEs with £1m-£10m turnover, 2-50 employees, and clear ambitions for growth, scale or exit. Our coaches are a team of highly experienced and skilled professionals from a range of industry backgrounds, supporting our Founders as their business coach and trusted advisor The Opportunity We are now seeking exceptional Business Coaches to join our growing partnership. This opportunity suits experienced coaches and exited founders who want to use their business acumen, leadership experience and interpersonal skill to make a measurable impact in other entrepreneurs' success stories. As an HCP Coach, you will work directly with founders of established SMEs, guiding them to build stronger, more valuable businesses through clarity of strategy, disciplined execution and personal development as leaders. You will combine independence with the backing of a proven partnership. Our frameworks, methodology, brand reputation and client community give you a strong foundation for success, while you actively develop and grow your own client base. What you'll do • Coach and advise founders to set and achieve commercial, operational and personal goals • Deliver regular one-to-one coaching sessions (usually fortnightly) using HCP's structured approach • Build your own portfolio of up to 15 clients through both referred and self-generated leads • Participate in HCP community events, growth workshops and peer development sessions • Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of the partnership What you'll bring • Proven experience as a business coach or as an exited founder / senior leader with deep commercial understanding. • Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skill, able to build trust quickly with ambitious founders. • Strategic and analytical mindset with an ability to simplify complex challenges. • A structured yet flexible coaching style, confident using proven frameworks, comfortable challenging founders constructively, and commercially fluent in how strategy, people, operations and finance interconnect within a growing business. • Financial acumen: confident interpreting performance data, P&L and cashflow, helping founders make decisions grounded in both numbers and behaviour. • Commercial drive and ownership for business development. • A values-led approach aligned with HCP's reputation for high integrity, professionalism and genuine partnership. Training & Development All new coaches complete a structured onboarding and development pathway combining in-person training, digital resources and ongoing peer-support. Values & Ethos • HCP operates with a simple philosophy: we help founders achieve real results through clarity, integrity and action. • Our approach is commercially rigorous yet deeply human, balancing business growth with wellbeing and purpose. • We do not do hard-sell or formulaic coaching. Instead, we believe in honest conversations, evidence-based frameworks and long-term partnerships built on trust and measurable progress. Reward & Structure Coaches can choose employment or self-employed status. Earnings are based on a percentage of client fees circa £75,000-£100,000+ OTE. Top performers can earn significantly more. 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Job Title: HR Manager Location: Bournemouth Contract Details: £45,000 - £55,000, Permanent, Full-Time About Our Client: Our client is a leading organisation in the education sector, committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. They believe in the power of education to transform lives and are looking for a dedicated HR Manager to join their team. With a focus on nurturing talent and promoting professional development, they are passionate about their mission and values. Benefits & Perks: 23% Pension Contribution Bespoke CPD (Continuous Professional Development) career development programme Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being Cycle to Work scheme Flexible working options Responsibilities: Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organisation's goals. Manage recruitment processes, ensuring a positive candidate experience. Oversee employee onboarding and training programmes. Address employee relations issues, providing guidance and support. Monitor and enhance employee performance management systems. Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Collaborate with senior management on workforce planning and development. Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Proven experience as an HR Manager or in a similar role within the education sector. Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment legislation, and best practises. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. CIPD level 5 qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Experience in a leadership role within an educational institution. Familiarity with HR software and systems. Knowledge of recruitment strategies and talent management. Experience in developing and implementing training programmes. Understanding of diversity and inclusion initiatives. Technologies: HR Management Systems (e.g., Arbor, SIMS, SAP, SuccessFactors, Workday) Recruitment platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed) Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) How to apply: If you are ready to take the next step in your HR career and contribute to a mission-driven organisation in the education sector, please submit your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. We look forward to hearing from you! Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Accounts Administrator Salary: 25,000 to 30,000 Working pattern: Hybrid, 2 days from home, 3 days in the office, with increased office attendance initially for training Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Our client, a well established and forward thinking consultancy and software business operating within the commercial real estate sector is seeking an Accounts Administrator to join its supportive and collaborative finance team. The organisation is known for its strong values, positive culture, and genuine investment in employee wellbeing and development. Independent employee feedback places it significantly above the national average as a great place to work, with particular praise for teamwork, inclusivity, and leadership support. The role Reporting to the Accounts Supervisor, the Accounts Administrator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate running of day to day accounting operations. This is a varied, hands on role suited to someone who enjoys detail, structure, and being part of a close knit team. Key responsibilities include: Raising and processing customer invoices and payments Processing employee expense claims Supporting credit control activities Handling purchase orders Updating and maintaining accurate financial records within internal systems Assisting with ad hoc tasks across the accounts function as required Person specification This role will suit someone with prior experience in an accounts or finance administration position, ideally within a small to medium sized business where exposure to a broad accounts function has been gained. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Experience in a similar accounts or finance administration role Strong Microsoft Office capability Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis High attention to detail and strong organisational skills A proactive, self motivated approach with a willingness to learn Enjoyment of working collaboratively within a team environment Experience using an accounts package such as Sage 50 (desirable) Benefits In return, the business offers a competitive and well rounded benefits package, including: Salary of 25,000 to 30,000 depending on experience Hybrid working model with flexibility once training is complete Twice yearly bonus scheme linked to company and individual performance 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days Private medical insurance including dental and optical cover Pension contribution of 5 percent with salary sacrifice options Life assurance at four times salary Long service rewards with increasing holiday entitlement Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform Clear opportunities for development within a growing and ambitious organisation This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Administrator looking to join a people focused business where contribution is recognised and development is actively supported. If you are interested in the role of Accounts Administrator and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing. If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion. Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity.

Security Architect - Cloud (Azure & AWS) London Based onsite £85,000 A high profiled consultancy firm is looking for a Security Architect to design and implement robust security frameworks for major clients. you will act as the primary authority on cloud security. You will bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, ensuring that every project is resilient, compliant, and cost-effective. Leading Security Design: Architecting secure infrastructure solutions for Azure and AWS environments. Risk & Vulnerability Management: Conducting deep-dive analyses and risk assessments to identify and mitigate integration issues. Strategic Planning: Developing hardware and software cost models while defining long-term security standards and service offerings. System Implementation: Overseeing the rollout of security technologies, including Firewalls, SIEM, DLP, and PKI systems. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with executives, development teams, and customers to align security measures with business goals Essential Skills 10 + years of experience as a security architect Proven track record of designing and implementing security controls within Azure and AWS Deep understanding of access management, intrusion detection, and network security (Routers, NLBs, V-LANs). Proficiency in applying industry standards and legislation such as ISO27001, PCI DSS, and SOX. Preferred Qualifications: Industry-recognised certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM. Product-specific certifications in Cisco or Checkpoint technologies. Hands-on experience with VA/PT tools, Anti-Malware, and Email security solutions. London Based | Permanent Role | £85,000 + (DOE) If you are ready to manage multiple projects at various life cycle stages and provide high-level technical support, I want to hear from you. If the above sounds of interest then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to (see below) Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Lead Backend Engineer London (Hybrid) Basic salary up to £120k + excellent benefits This Lead Backend Engineer role offers the chance to step into a senior technical position within a fast-scaling, well-funded technology business where Back End engineering plays a central role in product delivery. It's an opportunity for a Lead Backend Engineer who wants to take ownership of complex systems, influence how platforms are built, and play a key part in shaping the next phase of growth. As a Lead Backend Engineer, you'll work within a product-led engineering team responsible for designing and evolving core Back End services that support customer-facing features at scale. The role will focus on building resilient, observable systems, applying strong engineering judgement to ensure services remain reliable and maintainable as demand and complexity increase. The Lead Backend Engineer will operate as a hands-on technical leader, remaining close to the code while also guiding architectural decisions and supporting delivery across the team. In this environment, you are trusted to own outcomes, drive technical standards, and help define how engineering work is approached. Collaboration is a key part of the role, with the Lead Backend Engineer working closely with product managers, designers, and other senior engineers. Lead Backend Engineer - Key Requirements: Strong experience as a Lead Backend Engineer or senior-level Back End engineer, using Python or another modern Back End language Proven ability to design, build, and evolve scalable Back End systems within distributed architectures Deep understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including system design, performance, and reliability Experience influencing architecture and technical direction across services or teams Confidence leading complex technical initiatives from early design through to delivery Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers, setting direction through example Product-aware mindset, with the ability to balance engineering quality with real user impact Comfortable communicating technical decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Lead Backend Engineer - Salary & Benefits: Basic salary up to £120k Performance bonus Share options Private medical insurance Generous holiday allowance Flexible hybrid working model Learning & development budget Wellbeing benefits and additional perks If you're a Lead Backend Engineer looking for a role where you can genuinely shape technical direction, system design, and delivery standards, this is a strong opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing, product-driven business. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Head of Software Development Hands-on | Security-first Our client is looking for an experienced Head of Software Development to work closely with the CTO and lead the engineering function. This is a genuinely hands-on leadership role - you'll be coding alongside the team, reviewing code, shaping architecture, and setting the standard for technical excellence. You'll lead a team of around 8 developers, collaborate with third-party infrastructure and cyber-security partners, and help drive a security-first engineering culture across everything built. It's a brilliant opportunity to grow into broader technology leadership while staying close to delivery. What you'll do: Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team Actively contribute to production code and conduct high-quality code reviews Own solutions architecture across our web platform and integrations Champion secure, compliant engineering (FCA, GDPR, PCI DSS) Drive modern development practices (CI/CD, testing, Agile/Scrum) Partner with the CTO on technology strategy and roadmap delivery Tech stack: PHP/Laravel, MySQL, Tailwind, Livewire, JavaScript, React/NextJS, AWS, GitHub, microservices, Jira (Scrum). Must have: Strong, current hands-on development experience Proven leadership of small-medium engineering teams Deep understanding of AWS, modern web architecture and application security Experience building secure, scalable web platforms Pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset with high engineering standards

Prestigious opportunity for a Senior Applications Engineer with a Global Investment Management company expanding its new offices in Manchester.We are seeking a Senior Application Engineer (Backend cloud-based application development), with deep technical expertise and thought leadership. You will drive strategy for your area of expertise across teams and foster a developer community within your domain. The role involves mentoring junior staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables, promoting best practices like TDD and BDD, and leading engineering practices across the SDLC. As a Senior Applications Engineer you will be responsible for:- Providing technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights Participating in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance Contributing new ideas, tools, and methodologies to help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team Sharing knowledge and mentoring peers and junior engineers, supporting their growth and skills development Collaborating with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, implications, and dependencies Reviewing and providing feedback on technical documentation, suggesting improvements where appropriate Promoting the best development approaches such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) to deliver high-quality, maintainable code If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Experience in Java development Backend cloud-based application development Understanding of API design for mobile applications with event-driven architecture Strong analysis and problem-solving skills Preferred - Experience of building distributed scalable microservices using Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, OAuth 2.0, Secure API design A working understanding of technologies/areas: AWS, API Design, Automation testing In return, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive benefits package including a bonus and ongoing career development and training. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Payroll and Benefits Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: Up to 60,000 + benefits Ashley Kate are thrilled to be working with our client as they search for a Payroll & Benefits Manager to deliver a professional, efficient, and effective payroll and benefits service across a multi-entity organisation, ensuring compliance with internal policies, statutory regulations, and best practice standards across multiple jurisdictions. The role is responsible for leading and developing payroll operations, maintaining high service quality, and ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times. Key Responsibilities Ensure all employees are paid accurately and in accordance with contractual terms and conditions. Oversee and manage payroll record changes based on data received from HR systems. Ensure full compliance with statutory payroll requirements, including payments, submissions, and regulatory deadlines. Lead and manage payroll team members, allocating workloads and ensuring service delivery targets are achieved. Support team development and performance management to maintain a high-performing payroll function. Maintain payroll systems in line with legislative updates and software developments, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Support implementation and transition of new payroll systems or upgrades where required. Work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to improve payroll processes and data flows. Review existing payroll procedures and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance. Act as a point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and management. Oversee full payroll lifecycle administration including onboarding, contractual changes, payments, deductions, and employee terminations. Provide oversight of both in-house and outsourced payroll operations where applicable. Perform payroll reconciliations and cross-checking activities to ensure accuracy and compliance. Support development of automated payroll and reporting processes. Oversee administration of employee benefits and related annual renewals. Manage statutory reporting requirements including annual benefit reporting and tax compliance submissions. Support due diligence activities relating to payroll for organisational growth, acquisitions, or restructuring. Evaluate payroll delivery models and systems to ensure operational efficiency and scalability. Knowledge and Experience Extensive experience managing payroll operations. Experience managing benefits and taking ownership of this process. Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements. Experience working with payroll and HR systems. Understanding of multi-jurisdiction payroll processes is desirable. Interested to hear more, please reach out! About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Questech Automotive are currently looking for an experienced Warranty Claims Assessor to review, validate, and process warranty claims in line with policy and manufacturer guidelines. You ll investigate claim accuracy, liaise with internal teams and partners, and help ensure fair, timely outcomes. This is working for an industry leading client who have an excellent working environment, close knit friendly team and focus on progression and development for all staff. What you ll do: Assess and approve or reject warranty claims using software to process in line with policy terms Liaise with customers and workshops via telephone and email about their repairs Check costs for parts and labour and source parts where appropriate Identify discrepancies, fraud, or policy breaches Communicate decisions clearly and professionally What we re looking for: Experience in warranty claims, insurance, or a similar assessment role Mechanical and industry knowledge and experience is required (Service, Parts advisor, Technician etc) Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Confident decision-making and clear written communication Hours Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm including 1 in 4 Saturdays 9am to 4pm. Pay Your basic annual salary will be be circa £30k with OTE taking you up to £37.5k per annum. If you believe that you are the right candidate for the role, please apply today or contact Tom Hughes at Questech Recruitment for more information.

Lead Full Stack Software Engineer - JP Morgan - London - 12 months contract - ONSITE - PAYE We are seeking a hands on Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to join JP Morgan's Asset Management division on an initial 12 months contract in London. For this role we are seeking a hands on engineer ideally with Java or Python Back End with React Front End. The successful candidate will support the manager in running daily scrums and fortnight planning sessions whilst owning a large piece of work and deliver it with a team and highlight any risks/blockers to the manager. Description We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader to set technical direction, coach a high-performing agile team, and deliver trusted, market-leading technology products for the Asset Management Research Technology organization. As the Software Engineering Lead, you will own outcomes across architecture, delivery, and people leadership, guiding the team building cloud-native solutions-especially ensuring security, reliability, and scalability. Role responsibilities: Delivery ownership Own end-to-end delivery-from backlog refinement and sprint planning to production readiness, release, and post-deployment learning. Drive disciplined SDLC, CI/CD, infrastructure as code. Ensure operational excellence: reliability, monitoring, on-call readiness, and incident response. People leadership Coach engineers and senior ICs; grow talent through mentorship, pairing, and clear career development paths. Foster an inclusive, high-trust culture grounded in accountability, continuous learning, and psychological safety. Set goals and outcomes; remove impediments; ensure the team consistently meets commitments. Stakeholder and product partnership Partner with Product, Research, and Data stakeholders to align technical strategy to business outcomes. Translate research requirements into scalable platforms and services; communicate trade-offs and timelines clearly. Controls and governance Ensure solutions adhere to firmwide security, compliance, and risk management standards. Proactively manage cloud costs, identity and access, secrets management, and data protection. Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills: Extensive software engineering experience with advanced proficiency in Java and/or Python. Hands on Front End development experience with React Proven leadership in cloud-native systems on AWS (compute, storage, networking, IAM, KMS, observability). Hands-on experience delivering secure, high-quality production systems; strong code review and debugging skills. Demonstrated success leading teams through system design, application development, testing, and operational stability. Expertise in modern SDLC: CI/CD (eg, Jenkins/GitLab), infrastructure as code (eg, Terraform/CloudFormation), automated testing. Ability to make and communicate sound architectural decisions, balancing customer needs, regulatory constraints, and operational realities. Excellent communication skills for aligning stakeholders and influencing outcomes across product and technology teams. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills: Prior ownership of complex cloud cost optimization, performance tuning, and resiliency engineering. Experience establishing engineering standards and scaling teams (principles, playbooks, onboarding, coaching). Track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders and managing delivery across multiple products or platforms. Team and culture Lead by example as a servant leader, modelling inclusion, respect, and continuous learning. Advocate firmwide frameworks, tools, and SDLC best practices. Promote a culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect. GSC Manchester TET is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Java Software Engineer (Developer/Senior/Principal) Complex Systems | Modern Stack | Agile & XP Culture Remote First (office visit approx. once per month - South Manchester) £50,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits (level dependent) We're partnering with a long-established technology business building modern platforms at the heart of a complex, highly regulated domain. With continued growth across their product suite, they're now hiring Java Software Engineers across multiple levels - Developer, Senior, and Principal - to join their Scrum teams and help deliver software that genuinely makes a difference. The Opportunity This isn't a traditional enterprise development role. You'll be working on large-scale, business-critical systems in an environment that genuinely values engineering craft, collaboration, and continuous improvement . Agile and XP practices are Embedded across the organisation, with a strong focus on TDD, pairing, continuous integration, and shared ownership . Engineers are encouraged to contribute ideas, challenge the status quo, and help shape both technical direction and team ways of working. You'll be part of a cross-functional Scrum team, working closely with Product Managers, UX Designers, Test Analysts and fellow Engineers to deliver reliable, scalable software that evolves with customer needs. Role Scope by Level Java Developer (£50,000 - £60,000) Solid Java experience and a desire to grow within complex systems Comfortable contributing to production code within Agile teams Keen to develop skills in testing, modern tooling, and cloud technologies Senior Java Engineer (£60,000 - £70,000) Strong experience delivering features end-to-end Advocate for clean code, TDD and XP practices Enjoys mentoring, pairing and raising engineering standards within the team Principal Java Engineer (£70,000 - £85,000) A hands-on senior engineer who combines technical leadership with coaching Still actively coding as part of a Scrum team Supporting and developing other engineers through mentoring and 1-to-1s Contributing to technical decision-making and continuous improvement Helping shape good engineering practices rather than owning enterprise-wide architecture (Level is based on experience and impact, not job title alone.) Tech Stack & Environment The core platform is Java-based, supported by a modern and evolving stack: Java (JDK 17), Spring Boot React, TypeScript AWS, including serverless approaches Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Chef, Vagrant, Packer CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling You won't be expected to be an expert in everything - curiosity, good fundamentals, and a willingness to learn matter far more. There's a strong internal engineering culture with communities of practice, regular knowledge sharing, and dedicated innovation days focused on learning and experimentation. You'll Enjoy This Role If You Enjoy working on complex, long-lived systems Care about code quality, testing and sustainable delivery Thrive in collaborative, Agile environments Like mentoring others and sharing knowledge Want meaningful work with real-world impact Bonus points for experience with: Cloud-native or serverless architectures DevOps and Infrastructure as Code Building scalable, secure platforms What's in It for You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Clear salary bands and progression across levels Bonus and excellent benefits package Strong investment in learning and career development Inclusive, sociable culture with regular team and company events Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat. Even if you're unsure which level you'd sit at, we're happy to talk it through. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for someone who will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role The Engine Platform is a highly configurable core banking platform, supporting clients globally. This role is focused on development and delivery of our core Platform technical strategy, such as integrations, connections, configurations, and internal tools to facilitate the platform's growth and allow our clients to integrate with their local providers into the platform. As a Technical Platform Owner at Engine, you will collaborate closely with teams across Technology and work with our engineering and product teams to ensure that our technology platform meets the needs of our clients and partner engineers who integrate with it. You will also ensure that the platform aligns with the company's broader technical strategy, long term goals and make integrating with Engine as seamless as possible. At Engine, we spend our time building products that we're really proud of. We focus on the experience, often delivering things with real polish but sometimes making a fast strategic move. We think being good at product requires clear communication, a sense of focus, and to challenge the conventional ways of doing things. We're open-minded when it comes to hiring, we care more about skills and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Key Responsibilities Work with platform engineering teams to develop and communicate a cohesive product roadmap that delivers high-impact outcomes that improve developer productivity and experience for our clients engineers. Gather feedback and break down problems: Actively listen to teams for pain points and feedback, gather requirements, and break down complex problems into actionable projects across teams. Drive adoption and education: Promote the platform's capabilities by creating clear documentation (with the help of our technical writers), providing training and guidance to our internal teams. Define and Measure Success: Establish and track key technical and business metrics like API latency, developer satisfaction, integration time, and platform adoption rates to ensure our strategy is impactful. Ensure security and compliance: Collaborate with security and compliance teams to embed best practices and meet all regulatory requirements. Requirements A deep, hands-on understanding of how modern, distributed systems are built at scale. You should be able to articulate the trade-offs of different architectural decisions and speak fluently about REST APIs, webhooks, event-driven architecture, and asynchronous communication patterns. Hands-on engineering experience or a technical background. Proven experience as a product or platform owner in a highly technical domain. Ideally, you've been a part of a team that has scaled a platform from a foundational stage to a widely adopted product. The ability to simplify and provide clarity on complex, architectural problems to a wide range of stakeholders, from junior engineers to executive leadership. Experience in making evidence-based product decisions using both qualitative and quantitative data, specifically within a technical product context. A proven ability to act as a voice for the user and influence teams and stakeholders without direct authority, particularly in engineering-led environments. You should be comfortable working directly with engineers, both internally and externally. You can "speak their language" and have a strong understanding of how they would integrate into a technical platform. Experience building B2B SaaS products from the ground up. Nice to have Experience integrating with a core banking platform. Experience in the FinTech or banking industry. Experience in taking a software from an internal tool to an external, revenue-generating product. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 45 mins with someone from the tech team Stage 2 - 60 min with two team members Stage 3 - Final with either CTO/ Deputy CTO or Engineering Director Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.

Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll run one or more subdomains in the Lending area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new lending features. You'll also work closely with the wider lending product team, including contributing to the broader lending roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. What you'll get to do Take ownership of a best-in-class lending product by scoping out breakthrough features, and owning the end-to-end delivery of your sub-domain(s) in close alignment with the Product and Engineering domain leaders. Contribute to the overall lending roadmap with inputs from your subdomain(s) You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll manage deadlines and be responsible for proactively raising delivery risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You will be responsible for being the champion of the feature, telling different teams and clients about the product, and adapting your style of communication and materials to different stakeholders You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 5+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in FinTech or with a regulated lender You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish and have gathered clear learnings on what went well and what didn't. You've then ensured the successful in-life maintenance of the feature (or project) going forward. Relevant experience in one or more of our lending subdomains: Origination, Credit Cards, Overdrafts, Collections and Mortgages & Term Lending. Experience working across different regions and jurisdictions is a plus You are comfortable leading multiple workstreams on the go as well as presenting existing and new capabilities internally and externally to clients. You have experience working directly with APIs. You have a keen eye for mobile UX and a good understanding of market trends in the lending world. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.

Nordson EFD (Engineered Fluid Dispensing), a leading provider of precision fluid dispensing systems, is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Technical Systems Engineer to join our team in Dunstable, UK. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. Summary of the role As a Technical Systems Engineer, you will make a significant contribution to sales growth through technical support and application training. You will advise our customers on their sales applications and demonstrate our solutions and expertise for these applications in our lab or directly at the customer's site. In this key role, you will support technical application and development projects and conduct lab and customer testing, system and quotation acceptance, service calls, and commissioning. Role and Responsibilities Main point of contact for our lab, including the test and demonstration equipment in our UK office; ensuring that the EFD systems are clean and ready for use. Reporting any issues to the European technical applications team. Ongoing training and technical support for the sales and technical teams to ensure optimal market presence of our systems. Ongoing technical support and consultation for customers, sales, and regional managers to ensure our market success. Training customers on our sales solutions . Participation in regular project meetings with customers and sales teams at trade fairs, open house events, and similar events in the region. Ensuring that all new product versions are fully understood by the sales teams and integrated into their daily work and technical support to avoid any ambiguities during the implementation of new product versions in all European regions - both commercially and technically. Skills and Qualifications Completed engineering degree and/or relevant professional experience required. Experience with testing techniques and a high level of mechanical and electrical skills (mechatronics). Experience in troubleshooting and fault analysis of electronic and electromechanical components or similar. Experience in automation technology and analysis. Experience in software development, preferably in automation/robotics. Knowledge of Ethernet - TCP/IP. Ability to adapt to the customer's industrial systems. Fluent English. Driver's license. Experience with automation, 2, 3, 4, and more axis controllers is beneficial. EtherCat (Beckhoff PLC), Profinet (Siemens PLC) beneficial Understanding of Industry 4.0 is beneficial. Experience with industrial communication protocols and an overview of standards and future developments is beneficial Proficiency in MS Office and other technical software is essential. Excellent work ethic, positive "can-do" attitude. Ability to organize workflows and prioritize tasks. Strong problem-solving skills, critical and creative thinking, risk assessment. Excellent negotiation skills, relationship building, moderation, and decision-making skills. Ability to act proactively and handle unexpected problems. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at all levels. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent presentation skills are an advantage. Travel You will travel approximately two to three days per week to customers, suppliers, and other Nordson EFD locations, primarily in the UK, Ireland, Nordics and by exception supporting in Europe. About Nordson EFD (Engineered Fluid Dispensing) Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career. Our recruitment process is designed to identify the best qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included. Interested? If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a team that is dedicated to providing innovative fluid dispensing solutions and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV