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MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO 60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged in the creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH36184

Role: Practice Manager Work Location: Telford, UK (Hybrid) Job Type: Permanent Key Responsibilities Quality Strategy & Governance Develop and maintain quality approaches tailored to each programme or product, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams. Shape or validate test strategies to ensure comprehensive functional, non-functional, and process coverage. Consistently advocate for quality as a shared responsibility throughout the delivery life cycle. Conduct or coordinate formal quality reviews, assessments, and audits across teams or vendor partners. Identify gaps in processes, trace root causes, and recommend sustainable corrective actions. Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure compliance with standards and governance frameworks. Risk Management & Testability Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product leads to anticipate risks early and influence design choices for improved testability and reliability. Lead release readiness assessments, ensuring coverage, defects, risks, and compliance are fully evaluated prior to go-live. Communicate risks and issues clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Team Guidance & Continuous Improvement Serve as the senior quality advisor, helping teams interpret expectations, select appropriate testing methods, and overcome delivery challenges. Provide mentorship to QAT engineers, automation specialists, and cross-functional team members. Facilitate continuous improvement discussions grounded in data, insights, and practical constraints. Provide practical training, playbooks, and reusable patterns to embed best practices within teams. Tools, Automation & Environment Readiness Review team test artefacts (test plans, automation frameworks, performance strategies) to ensure robustness and alignment with organisational expectations. Promote effective use of testing and quality tools, including automation frameworks, CI/CD integrations, and analytics dashboards. Support teams in adopting, improving, and optimising test environments, datasets, and toolchains. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication Deliver reporting that highlights insights-not just metrics-to help leaders understand quality trends and make informed decisions.

Senior VMware Architect/Consultant (vSphere, NSX, SRM) SC + NPPV3 required We're looking for a Senior VMware Architect/Consultant to support the design and delivery of a modern hosting platform. This role blends architecture, hands-on implementation, and operational enablement across a complex enterprise environment. What you'll be doing: Leading design workshops and producing HLD/LLD for vSphere, NSX, and SRM Supporting implementation, configuration, and validation of the platform Shaping VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) operational use cases Designing log collection, reporting, and dashboards for infrastructure services (eg Active Directory, file/SMB) Delivering operational insight through monitoring and visualisation What we're looking for: Strong experience across VMware vSphere, NSX, and SRM Proven track record in both architecture and hands-on delivery Experience designing enterprise hosting or cloud platforms Knowledge of logging, monitoring, and operational dashboards Ability to engage with stakeholders and run design workshops Details: Start: Early May Clearance: SC + NPPV3 required

AI Forward Deployed Engineer (Multiple Levels) Hybrid: 3 days per week in Birmingham Permanent £50,000 - £99,000 + very competitive bonus We are partnering with a leading Consultancy as they continue to invest heavily in their Deals Technology and AI capability. As part of a major growth initiative, they are hiring AI Forward Deployed Engineers across multiple seniority levels (Senior Associate through to Senior Manager) to sit at the intersection of AI engineering and high-value business transactions. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI applications in live deal environments, helping clients navigate complex challenges across M&A, due diligence, integration, and post-deal value creation. What You'll Be Doing Designing and deploying AI-driven solutions directly into live scenarios Working closely with teams and clients to identify where AI can unlock value Building solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs), Agentic/autonomous AI workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Modern AI tooling (eg LangChain, vector databases, APIs) Rapidly prototyping and iterating on solutions within fast-paced timelines Translating complex technical concepts into practical, commercial outcomes Contributing to the development of reusable tools, frameworks, and best practices What They're Looking For Strong software engineering fundamentals (Python, APIs, version control, testing) Experience working with modern AI technologies, such as LLMs/Generative AI, RAG pipelines, Agent-based architectures Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and deliver tangible outcomes quickly Strong communication skills and comfort working in client-facing settings A proactive mindset with a focus on building and delivering real solutions Level-Specific Expectations (Each level remains very hands-on still) Senior Associate Hands-on engineering focus Building and supporting delivery of AI solutions Ideal for candidates developing experience in applied AI Manager Owning end-to-end solution delivery Leading design and build of AI systems Balancing technical depth with stakeholder interaction Senior Manager Leading multiple engagements and influencing senior stakeholders Shaping AI strategy within deal environments Coaching teams and driving growth of the capability If you'd like to learn more, please contact Jacob Ferdinand

Network Engineer - MUST HAVE MOD SC CLEARANCE - Barrow in Furness and remote - 3 months +/RATE: £463 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Network Engineer. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD MOD SC CLEARANCE(ACTIVE) AND BE A SOLE UK NATIONAL (ONLY UK NATIONALITY) . Role Title: Network Engineer Location: 75% onsite, BARROW IN FURNESS - Cumbria   Role Overview The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructure across enterprise environments. This role requires expertise in Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, advanced switching, and data center networking. Key Responsibilities Configure and manage Cisco Switches, Routers, and network devices. Implement and maintain Palo Alto Firewalls and security policies. Design and configure VLANs and stretched VLANs for multi-site connectivity. Deploy and manage Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) for data center networking. Troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance. Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices. Collaborate with architecture and security teams to deliver robust solutions. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies. Proficiency in Palo Alto Firewall configuration and management. Expertise in switch configuration, VLAN design, and stretched VLANs. Knowledge of Cisco ACI architecture and deployment. Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools. Understanding of network security principles. Security Clearance Must hold SC clearance - not more than 28 days outside the UK in the last 5 years. Must be UK British National (not dual passport holder) Ability to work with sensitive and classified information in compliance with government and organizational security policies. Additional Requirements Will require on-site work at customer location in Barrow-in-Furness as part of project delivery. Preferred Qualifications Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or higher). Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE). Experience in large-scale enterprise or data center environments. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.

AWS API Technical Architect - MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE - Remote - 3-6 months+/RATE: £545 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an AWS API Technical Architect. For this role you can work remotely. Please find some details below: Clearance required: SC (active and used in the last 12 months) Description and Location We are looking for an AWS API Engineer/Data Architect to design secure, scalable, and well-integrated API and microservices architectures across multiple client applications and services. "Key responsibilities are broadly expected to include: . Design serverless and microservices-based API architectures on AWS . Define and apply RESTful API design patterns and integration standards . Support system and data integration across distributed services . Assess and address technical debt, recommending pragmatic modernisation approaches . Work closely with product teams to design solutions that align to their roadmap and support their needs . Support deployment planning, cutover activities, and post-go-live stabilisation . Collaborate with cybersecurity and delivery teams to ensure secure, observable solutions . Design the integration of applications with identity providers and secure access patterns" "The services used across these systems are likely to include: . AWS Services (ie API Gateway, Lambda, Aurora RDS Postgres, EKS, ECR, STS, Route 53, VPC) . Kubernetes . CI/CD (eg GitHub, Jenkins) . Prometheus, Grafana . ELK . Apollo GraphQL, TypeScript . AWS Config, AWS Macie, AWS Guard Duty, AWS Security Hub, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon CloudTrail" It is not necessary to have experience in all the above; the most key element is a strong foundation in API and microservices architecture. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.

Head of Engineering and QA - Hybrid working. London £80-95k with great benefits We're looking for an experienced Engineering Manager with strong QA knowledge to lead delivery across multiple product squads within a complex, evolving technology environment. This is a strategic leadership role suited to someone who thrives on shaping engineering practices, improving quality standards, and bringing structure to fragmented delivery ecosystems. The Role As part of a senior delivery leadership team, you will oversee engineering and quality assurance across three squads. You'll be responsible for directing external engineering partners while establishing strong internal standards, ensuring alignment with architecture, and driving continuous improvement across the development life cycle. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate external engineering suppliers across a diverse, multi-technology landscape Establish and embed engineering and QA best practices across teams Define and implement a modern CI/CD pipeline, incorporating automated testing Assess and introduce AI-powered development tools to enhance team productivity Collaborate closely with architecture leadership to ensure technical alignment and coherence Bring structure and consistency to tooling and processes in a previously fragmented environment Team Environment Engineering capability is currently delivered primarily through contractors and external suppliers A small but growing internal capability, including a Dynamics subject matter expert reporting into this role QA capability includes an automation tester What We're Looking For Strong background in engineering leadership within complex delivery environments Experience working within the Microsoft ecosystem, particularly Power Platform or low-code/no-code solutions Solid understanding of test automation strategies and quality engineering principles Proven ability to bring order and governance to disjointed or "grown organically" toolsets and processes Comfortable leading through influence, particularly with external partners and distributed teams Current Focus Areas Quality assurance practices are in need of a full reassessment. While some automation exists, there is a significant opportunity to redefine the QA strategy and build a more robust, scalable approach to quality across all squads. Also a review across all engineering functions to align best practice and efficiency with future growth plans. This is a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape engineering maturity, influence technical direction, and introduce modern ways of working in a fast-moving environment. Ideally you will be in an engineering leadership role with a background in QA and Test Management. Please get in touch with your latest CV to have an informal chat.

Your new company Our client is a well-established organisation operating across large-scale construction, engineering and infrastructure projects in the UK. They work on a broad range of programmes spanning commercial developments, transport, energy and public sector environments, often delivering complex projects that have a direct impact on how people live and work day to day. The business has a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging programmes, with a focus on quality, collaboration and long-term value. Alongside this, there is ongoing investment in innovation, sustainability and modern ways of working to improve how projects are delivered and maintained. Your new role You'll take on a key leadership role within the technology function, shaping how IT architecture supports the wider business and its long-term strategy. As part of the IT leadership team, you'll be responsible for defining and delivering the organisation's architecture approach, ensuring systems, platforms and integrations are aligned to business needs and capable of supporting ongoing transformation. A big part of the role is about connecting strategy with delivery. You'll lead the design and governance of technology architecture, setting clear roadmaps across enterprise and solution architecture while making sure standards, processes and ways of working are consistent and effective. Alongside this, you'll oversee core platforms and services, including integrations and automation, ensuring they are delivering real value to the business. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted voice on how technology can enable better outcomes. This includes influencing direction, aligning with global initiatives and making sure all development activity supports both short and long-term objectives. From an operational perspective, you'll take ownership of how architecture services are delivered, managing external partners where required, overseeing performance and cost, and ensuring the right governance and controls are in place. You'll also play a broader leadership role across areas such as resource planning, team development and supporting ongoing change. Overall, this is a role for someone who can bring structure, clarity and direction to IT architecture, while also helping the organisation move forward in how it uses technology to improve performance and deliver change. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring a strong foundation across IT architecture, strategy and governance, with a proven track record of operating at leadership level within complex environments. You'll be comfortable setting direction while also ensuring the right structures, controls and standards are in place to support consistent, high-quality delivery.This role requires someone who has experience leading other leaders and multidisciplinary teams, creating an environment where people are engaged, clear on direction and able to perform at their best. You'll naturally take ownership of outcomes, while also ensuring the wider organisation is aligned and moving in the same direction. You'll have a track record of delivering tangible business outcomes through architecture best practice, both at an enterprise and solution level and will be confident working on large-scale, end-to-end programmes. Translating complex technical concepts into clear, practical business language will be a key strength, particularly when engaging with senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams. Strong stakeholder management is essential. You'll be used to influencing at the highest levels, challenging where needed and ensuring decisions are made with a clear understanding of impact and value. Alongside this, you'll bring experience in organisational change, helping businesses adapt processes, adopt new ways of working and realise the benefits of transformation. From a technical perspective, you'll have a good understanding of integration and automation approaches, as well as experience evaluating and selecting emerging technologies that can support long-term strategy. You'll also bring a commercial mindset, with an awareness of cost, value and return on investment when shaping technology decisions. What you'll get in return Bonus: Discretionary 24% annual bonus based on Company/Operating Unit Performance. Car Grade/Car Allowance £6,900 pa Private Medical BUPA - Couple Family 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.

Clinical Safety Officer - Digital Screening Programme 8 months London - remote Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Must be eligible for BPSS Our client is hiring for a reputable organisation to support a critical Digital Screening initiative. As a Clinical Safety Officer, you will oversee clinical safety assurance throughout the product life cycle, ensuring compliance with standards DCB0129 and DCB0160, and NHSE governance. You will lead hazard analysis, determine Safety Assurance Levels, develop and review Clinical Safety Cases, and support incident investigations. Your expertise will help embed clinical safety into agile and user-centred design practices, working closely with clinical, technical, and leadership teams to enable safe, rapid digital delivery. Key responsibilities include documenting risks in programme tooling, facilitating hazard workshops, and advising on clinical design to mitigate patient safety risks. You will act as a trusted safety advisor, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and translating complex safety concepts into clear communication for diverse audiences. Your proactive approach will help navigate safety challenges while maintaining delivery momentum. The ideal candidate is clinically registered with recognised safety training, experienced in applying clinical safety standards within digital health environments, and familiar with agile delivery and risk management. You will bring excellent stakeholder management, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset, with a solution-focused attitude to problem-solving. What you'll bring: Clinically/medically qualified and registered with UK regulatory body (GMC, NMC, HCPC) Recognised Clinical Safety Officer training and CPD in clinical safety Proven experience applying DCB0129, DCB0160, and NHSE governance Hands-on digital health delivery experience in NHS or similar settings Expertise in hazard workshops, risk assessment, and incident response Familiarity with digital health architectures, interoperability, and emerging tech risks Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Collaborative team player with a proactive, positive approach Leadership in clinical safety and ability to influence across teams If you're passionate about digital health innovation, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Apply now to join a forward-thinking programme dedicated to safe, effective digital screening solutions. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Role: Site Reliability Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite) Salary: £60,000 to £90,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience) Clearance: Must be eligible for SC and/or DV Security Clearance This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role where your technical input directly shapes the scalability and security of complex environments. Key Responsibilities: Architect & Maintain: You'll focus on creating a stable technical foundation that can easily grow and adapt as projects evolve Automate Everything: Utilize tools like Ansible to eliminate manual toil and drive consistency. Performance Engineering: Monitor health metrics and proactively troubleshoot bottlenecks before they impact service. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside diverse engineering squads and stakeholders to refine CI/CD practices. Evolution: Continuously iterate on internal tools, systems, and reliability workflows. Your Technical Profile We value a problem-solving mindset over a perfect checklist. If you have a strong foundation in the following, we want to speak with you: SRE/DevOps Background: Proven experience in reliability engineering or infrastructure-focused roles. Cloud Expertise: Proficiency in AWS, Azure, or GCP. IaC & Config Management: Skilled with Terraform, Ansible, or similar automation frameworks. Deployment: Solid understanding of CI/CD pipeline construction and automation. Observability: Familiarity with modern monitoring, logging, and alerting stacks.

Role: AWS Cloud Architect Clearance: SC Duration: 10 months Location: Hybrid - London Rate: Inside IR35, £570 per day We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect to support the design and governance of secure cloud solutions within a complex enterprise environment. Key skills required: Strong AWS architecture experience across ECS, EKS, Lambda, and EC2 AWS governance and multi-account management (AWS Organisations, SCPs, Landing Zones) HLD/LLD production and architecture governance AWS security and compliance including GuardDuty, Security Hub, IAM, KMS, and AWS Config Hybrid networking experience including Direct Connect, VPN, Transit Gateway, and PrivateLink Cloud optimisation, auto-scaling, and FinOps principles Active SC Clearance is required. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Skillsets Required: Strong understanding of Networking and Cybersecurity principles, including: DNS Resolution and IP HTTP/S Methods, Headers, and Status Codes TCP Handshake OSI Model and Communication Frameworks Attack vectors and security threats such as DDoS, SQL Injection, XSS/CSS Injection, Command Injection, LFI, Web Protocol Attacks, and Botnets Certificates and TLS/SSL Encryption CDN, Edge Computing, Caching, and Edge Storage Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and ACLs Zero Trust Architecture Load Balancing concepts Threat Intelligence, SIEM Monitoring, and Traffic Reporting Proxies and Reverse Proxies for Ingress/Egress management Cloud Infrastructure, particularly CDN and Edge Security platforms

Senior Java Developer - Build at Scale, Shape What's NextBelfast | Hybrid | Multiple Roles | Highly Competitive Package Why This Role? If you're a strong Java engineer who wants to do more than just code, this is your opportunity to work on some of the most complex, high-impact technology programmes in the UK & Ireland. You'll be joining a fast-growing, high-performing engineering team delivering large-scale digital transformation projects for major organisations - influencing how they build, scale, and future-proof their technology. This is not BAU. This is modern engineering, real complexity, and visible impact. What You'll Be Doing Designing and building scalable, cloud-native applications used at enterprise level Solving complex engineering challenges across multiple high-profile programmes Working in Agile, cross-functional teams alongside top-tier engineers, architects, and product teams Building secure, high-performance APIs and microservices Contributing to architecture decisions and technical strategy Driving best practice in clean code, testing, and automation Mentoring others and helping raise the bar across the team Big plus if you have: Experience with Kafka/messaging systems Built or worked within microservices architectures Experience scaling systems or handling high-volume environments Interest in emerging tech, automation, or AI-assisted development What Makes This Different Work on projects that actually matter - large-scale, complex, business-critical Be part of a team that values engineering excellence, not just delivery. Access to cutting-edge tools, tech, and continuous learning Clear path to Senior/Lead/Architect progression A genuinely collaborative, high-performing environment Flexibility That Works Belfast-based with hybrid working Real flexibility around how you structure your week Balance between client exposure, team collaboration, and remote working Career Growth You'll have the opportunity to: Gain certifications and new technical skills Work across multiple industries and technologies Progress quickly based on impact, not tenure Ready to Step Up?If you're looking for a role where you can build better systems, solve harder problems, and accelerate your career, we want to hear from you. 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.

Job Title: SC Cleared Network Architect Location: Corsham Duration: ASAP - Initially until 31/12/2026 Rate: Up to £850 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in defence digital solutions, is hiring for a reputable client to support the design and assurance of secure network architectures within the OpNet Platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical defence projects, ensuring secure, resilient, and innovative networking solutions. What you'll be doing: . Act as the primary point of contact for network architecture and design, collaborating with programme, project, and engineering teams to ensure coherence across systems. . Support the creation, review, and assurance of high and low-level network designs, ensuring alignment with vendor best practices, MOD security policies, and Defence Digital standards. . Lead design reviews, challenge technical decisions, and ensure solutions meet security, performance, and operational requirements. . Liaise with external stakeholders and wider defence digital organisations to deliver end-to-end solutions within time, cost, and quality parameters. . Identify capability gaps, recommend improvements, and support continuous enhancement of network architectures. . Ensure all designs adhere to security principles such as Secure by Design, Zero Trust, and Data Centric Security. What you'll bring: . Extensive experience in designing secure, large-scale networking solutions, including Cisco Routing & Switching, DMVPN, IPSEC, MPLS, and VMware NSX. . Proven ability to develop complex system architectures, with a focus on virtualization and secure connectivity. . Strong understanding of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), SD-WAN, and cloud integrations (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). . Experience in reviewing engineering designs, implementing security best practices, and working within MOD and UK Defence environments. . Professional certifications such as Cisco CCIE, CCDP, CCNP, VMware VCP-NV, or VCDX. . Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), security standards, and network automation principles. . Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence, and BitBucket. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you meet these criteria and are ready to make a difference in defence digital infrastructure, we encourage you to apply today. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Head of IT Architecture Location: Near Watford/NW London (Hybrid) Salary: upto £120k + Car Allowance + Bonus The Role Working for a premier global project development and construction firm, this is a pivotal appointment within the IT Leadership Team. As Head of IT Architecture, you will move beyond high-level design to become a genuine driver of business value, ensuring the digital strategy is backed by a robust, modern foundational platform. This role is about more than just technical oversight; it is about leading a culture of technological advancement. You will be responsible for the end-to-end architecture life cycle - from governance and roadmapping to the delivery of critical integration and automation services managed via external partners. Key Accountabilities Sit as a core member of the IT leadership group, aligning all architectural roadmaps with long-term commercial goals. Full accountability for Enterprise and Solution Architecture, ensuring frameworks and "ways of working" are fit for purpose. Act as the catalyst for digital change, specifically overseeing the adoption of automated processes and seamless system integrations. Navigate a complex, global Matrix organization, building trust with senior business leaders and executive stakeholders. Oversee the performance of external service providers delivering integration and automation services. Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team, handling workforce planning and succession with a focus on high performance. What We're Looking For We require a seasoned architect who has successfully transitioned into a "leader of leaders" position. You should possess: Extensive experience in IT Strategy and Architecture within large-scale, complex environments. Proven ability to manage other managers and influence at the Board/Executive level. A firm grip on architectural best practices and experience in process redesign and organisational change. A strong understanding of modern integration and automation tools, plus the ability to evaluate emerging technologies. Comfortable with cost management and delivering measurable business outcomes through technology. The Package Performance Bonus (discretionary) Car Allowance Private Medical healthcare Location: Near Watford/NW London (Hybrid) Salary: upto £120k + Car Allowance + Bonus If this sounds like you, please send CVs 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.

ServiceNow Solution Architect - 6 Month rolling Contract- £475- £500 per day (Via Umbrella) -Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire - Hybrid working - 2 days Onsite FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a leading public sector infrastructure organisation based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Solution Architect with proven expertise in delivering end-to-end ServiceNow platform solutions aligned with business needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, architecting, and delivering robust ServiceNow solutions across key projects and programmes. Define ServiceNow architecture, design standards, and best practices Lead solution design across ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CSM, and related modules Translate business requirements into scalable, secure technical solutions Oversee implementation, configuration, and integration activities Ensure adherence to ServiceNow platform governance, security, and performance standards Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to development and administration teams Conduct solution design reviews, code reviews, and quality assurance activities Manage integrations with external systems via APIs and middleware Support pre-sales engagements, including solution demonstrations and proposals Ensure compliance with organisational and industry standards Required Skills Strong expertise in ServiceNow platform architecture Experience across ITSM, ITOM, CMDB, and Flow Designer Proficiency in JavaScript and REST/SOAP API integrations Understanding of cloud and enterprise architecture principles Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Qualifications ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) ServiceNow Solution Architect - 6 Month rolling Contract- £475- £500 per day (Via Umbrella) -Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire - Hybrid working - 2 days Onsite

(Lead Electrical Design Manager) - Position Overview Our client, a well-established construction company, is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Manager to join their MEP design team. You will be responsible for delivering detailed electrical designs and coordinated construction information across a range of projects. This hands-on role ensures all design outputs support efficient on-site delivery for M&E contractors. Reporting to the Head of MEP Design, you will represent the design team in client-facing settings such as workshops, progress meetings, and technical reviews, contributing technical expertise to successful project delivery. Key duties include producing high-quality design documentation (drawings, specifications, calculations), collaborating with the BIM Manager to ensure coordinated digital delivery, and mentoring junior engineers while managing workflows and deadlines. (Lead Electrical Design Manager) - Position Remuneration Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) including car allowence Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 (Earlier finish on a Friday) 25 days leave (in addition to public holidays), plus an additional birthday bonus Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Death in Service Benefit Profit Share Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme (Lead Electrical Design Manager) - Position Requirements General requirements You must maintain strict confidentiality regarding the company and its clients at all times, and work safely and efficiently in line with training, Company Safety Policy, and HSE guidelines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage professionally with clients and staff, both verbally and in writing, while maintaining high standards of presentation. You should be able to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, demonstrating a flexible and conscientious approach. Once inducted, you should demonstrate a clear understanding of the Company's structure, values and procedures, including the QEMS. In relation to this, you must advise your line manager immediately of any visits to site by external agencies such as the Health & Safety Executive, Environmental Health Officers etc. Essential Skills: Degree-qualified in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience) Minimum 3+ years' experience in electrical design, with a proven track record of owning and delivering design packages Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical deliverables, including drawings, specifications, schedules and schematics Proficient in industry-standard design tools for lighting and electrical calculations (e.g. Amtech, Dialux, Relux or equivalent) Strong working knowledge of relevant British Standards and statutory compliance requirements Thorough understanding of the IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition) Experience coordinating designs within multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, structural and architectural) Confident in reviewing and interpreting technical information to ensure accuracy, compliance and buildability Experience working within BIM environments, with the ability to provide clear and coordinated drawing mark-ups Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet project deadlines Proactive approach to risk management, including the development of risk registers and practical mitigation strategies High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality, compliant design solutions Ability to critically review external designs, identifying non-compliance, risks and opportunities, and supporting RFIs and technical queries Proficient in Microsoft Office and general documentation tools Desirable Skills: Experience producing high-level performance specifications and design packages for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Working knowledge of Department for Education (DfE) guidelines and Health Technical Memoranda (HTM) compliance requirements Understanding of decarbonisation strategies, including the ability to undertake energy modelling, simulations and financial appraisals (carbon savings, ROI), using historical half hourly data to establish performance baselines Proficient in Revit, with strong experience operating within a BIM-led design environment Commercially aware, with a solid understanding of project delivery within construction settings Experience working in close collaboration with, or directly for, Main Contractors or M&E Contractors Familiar with coordinating fire stopping requirements and producing compliant builder's work drawings and schedules Experience contributing to value engineering (VE) processes, with the ability to evaluate and communicate broader project impacts Proactive in developing and implementing processes that enhance team efficiency and overall design delivery Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. 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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. 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About Us We are part of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world's leading airline groups and owner of some of the biggest brands in the sky. IAG Transform provides creative and innovative solutions to drive sustainable transformation by delivering procurement and airline services, as well as group-wide systems across IAG. Each operating company benefits from the Transform centralised model, driving efficiencies, automation, and economies of scale. Purpose of the role The Cognitive Automation Factory Ecosystem and Operations Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for the end-to-end operational performance, ecosystem management, and strategic evolution of the Group's Cognitive Automation Factory. This role is effectively the operational backbone and successor-level counterpart to the Head of Cognitive Automation. It ensures that the CAF operates as a high-performance, multi-technology, multi-partner industrial engine capable of delivering 8-figure business benefits through applied AI and automation. The successful candidate will combine deep automation expertise, enterprise-grade delivery leadership, and strong commercial acumen to: Lead large, blended teams (internal and external) Engage senior stakeholders across operating companies Manage strategic technology and delivery partners Own operational governance, standards, and performance metrics Drive sustainable, measurable EBIT impact Your responsibilities 1. Factory Leadership & Operational Excellence Lead the operational performance of the Cognitive Automation Factory across the Group. Industrialise AI and automation delivery through standardised engineering practices, governance, quality controls and reusable frameworks. Ensure predictable, high-quality delivery across multiple concurrent programmes and products. Own delivery economics, capacity planning, utilisation, and multi-shore optimisation. 2. Business Value & Benefits Realisation Ensure all AI and automation initiatives are anchored in measurable business value. Track and govern realised vs. forecast benefits (cost-out, productivity, error reduction, revenue enablement). Act as a senior escalation point for underperforming initiatives. Partner with Finance and OpCo stakeholders to validate tangible benefits delivered. 3. Ecosystem & Partner Management Lead and optimise a blended ecosystem of strategic partners and internal engineering squads. Manage commercial performance, contractual KPIs, and delivery standards. Ensure knowledge transfer and capability uplift within the internal team. Maintain a competitive, scalable, and innovation-led partner model. 4. Technology & Architecture Governance Provide senior oversight across the automation and AI technology stack, including: o RPA platforms (e.g., UiPath, Power Automate) o AWS-based cloud-native architectureso Agentic AI frameworks (Agent Core, LangChain, LangGraph) o Large Language Models (multi-model strategy) o Orchestration frameworks and event-driven architectures o Document AI and extraction (e.g., Berdock)o EVAL frameworks and LLM evaluation methodologies o Observability, monitoring and guardrails for AI agents Ensure scalable, secure, compliant and production-grade solutions. Champion best practices in AI governance, risk management, and model lifecycle management. 5. Senior Stakeholder Engagement Engage senior leaders across operating companies at Director and C-level. Translate AI and automation capabilities into business language. Influence prioritisation decisions and roadmap alignment across the Group. Represent the CAF in senior governance forums. 6. Talent & Capability Development Build and mentor high-performing automation and AI delivery leaders. Establish clear career paths and succession planning within the CAF. Foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and measurable impact. Drive continuous capability uplift across RPA, AI, and agentic systems. Your skills, experience and qualifications Essential Experience 12+ years' experience in enterprise technology delivery, with at least 7+ years leading large-scale automation or AI programmes. Proven track record of delivering significant, tangible business benefits through applied AI and automation. Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams combining internal staff and strategic delivery partners. Experience operating at senior stakeholder level (Director/C-level engagement). Strong commercial acumen, including budget ownership and benefits tracking. Technical Depth (Non-Hands-On but Credible) The candidate must have sufficient depth to challenge architects and engineers credibly, even if not coding daily. Demonstrated expertise in: RPA platforms such as UiPath and Power Automate Cloud-native architectures (preferably AWS) Agentic AI frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph, agent orchestration) Multi-LLM strategies and model selection EVAL frameworks for LLM/agent performance Observability, logging, guardrails and governance for AI agents Workflow orchestration and integration patterns Enterprise-grade security and compliance considerations for AI systems Desirable Experience within aviation, transportation, logistics, or other complex operational industries. Experience scaling an AI or automation factory model. Exposure to regulated environments. Knowledge of EU AI Act and enterprise AI governance frameworks. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong operational discipline. Calm under pressure in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Commercially sharp, data-driven, and outcome-oriented. High credibility with both engineers and executives. Not dazzled by hype. Focused on value. What we offer The chance to enjoy a challenging career in an exciting, fast-moving environment in a dynamic industry. The opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with great offices in many locations. We support our people in maintaining work/life balance, as well as providing the many benefits one would expect from a global organisation, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses. We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Location: Frimley, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £47,241+ (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: In this role, you will provide technical ownership of CCS design, supporting the Engineering Manager in delivering in-service programmes and leading key design decisions . You will oversee project scope, manage design changes and work closely with stakeholders and suppliers to identify and address risks early. You will lead programme-level design reviews, coordinate stakeholders and manage design baselines while ensuring design governance is maintained and Certificates of Design are produced where required. You will also review and influence technical requirements and architecture to support effective system integration across sub-systems and specialist areas, while providing subject matter expertise in the integration, validation and verification of systems. Core duties: You'll have extensive experience in network or software engineering, ideally with a background in operations You'll have the ability to take the lead on technical matters and provide expert guidance You'll have Chartered Engineer status or be working towards it You'll have familiarity with DOORS and prior hands-on experience using it You'll have proven experience in change management processes The In-Service Programme team: You will be joining the In-Service Programme team, working on the V Class, where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality results within tight enterprise timelines. As part of a medium-sized core team of 6-12, you'll also collaborate with a wider group of around 30, engaging with a broad stakeholder network. This role demands technical leadership , owning challenges , proactively solving problems, and working with the right stakeholders to drive solutions forward. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 31st May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. KI1