Our client is a privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialist with over 45 years of experience delivering design, construction, and maintenance services across the water, transport, built environment, and energy sectors. Established in 1980, they are recognised for their strong values, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality and sustainability. The Role Our client is looking for a Supply Chain Administrator to provide key administrative, data, and coordination support across their supply chain function. Reporting to the Supply Chain Compliance Officer and working closely with the Supply Chain Manager and Procurement team, this role is central to maintaining accurate supplier records, supporting supplier governance processes, and ensuring systems and documentation remain up to date and audit-ready. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to supply chain efficiency and support data-driven decision-making and KPI performance. Key Responsibilities Coordinate supplier onboarding, approvals, and renewals in line with governance requirements Monitor supplier compliance and proactively manage documentation updates Maintain accurate supplier records, including status, accreditations, and supporting evidence Input, update, and validate supplier data within internal systems Support the management of approved and preferred supplier lists Assist with the administration of supplier agreements, SLAs, and pricing records Track contract expiry dates, review cycles, and key commercial terms Act as a point of contact for supply chain queries across internal teams Support supply chain reporting, performance tracking, and KPI activities Assist with market analysis, supplier rationalisation, and gap identification Requirements Essential Experience in an administrative role within supply chain, procurement, or a similar environment Experience managing supplier data, onboarding, and compliance documentation Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail Confident communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Accurate data entry skills and ability to maintain audit-ready records Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook) Ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Desirable Experience with supplier agreements, frameworks, or price list management Exposure to supplier performance monitoring or KPIs Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems (e.g., Summit or similar) Experience in a compliance or document control environment Awareness of ESG or Modern Slavery considerations in supply chains
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Our client is a privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialist with over 45 years of experience delivering design, construction, and maintenance services across the water, transport, built environment, and energy sectors. Established in 1980, they are recognised for their strong values, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality and sustainability. The Role Our client is looking for a Supply Chain Administrator to provide key administrative, data, and coordination support across their supply chain function. Reporting to the Supply Chain Compliance Officer and working closely with the Supply Chain Manager and Procurement team, this role is central to maintaining accurate supplier records, supporting supplier governance processes, and ensuring systems and documentation remain up to date and audit-ready. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to supply chain efficiency and support data-driven decision-making and KPI performance. Key Responsibilities Coordinate supplier onboarding, approvals, and renewals in line with governance requirements Monitor supplier compliance and proactively manage documentation updates Maintain accurate supplier records, including status, accreditations, and supporting evidence Input, update, and validate supplier data within internal systems Support the management of approved and preferred supplier lists Assist with the administration of supplier agreements, SLAs, and pricing records Track contract expiry dates, review cycles, and key commercial terms Act as a point of contact for supply chain queries across internal teams Support supply chain reporting, performance tracking, and KPI activities Assist with market analysis, supplier rationalisation, and gap identification Requirements Essential Experience in an administrative role within supply chain, procurement, or a similar environment Experience managing supplier data, onboarding, and compliance documentation Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail Confident communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Accurate data entry skills and ability to maintain audit-ready records Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook) Ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Desirable Experience with supplier agreements, frameworks, or price list management Exposure to supplier performance monitoring or KPIs Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems (e.g., Summit or similar) Experience in a compliance or document control environment Awareness of ESG or Modern Slavery considerations in supply chains
Lead the journey to Net Zero. Own a complex, high-profile estate. Deliver real carbon reduction. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Energy Manager to take ownership of a large, multi-site estate and play a pivotal role in delivering an ambitious Net Zero by 2030 strategy . You'll combine technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strategic influence to drive measurable reductions in energy use, carbon emissions, and cost - while shaping long-term sustainability outcomes. Why this role stands out End-to-end ownership of energy, carbon, and water performance Lead decarbonisation across a diverse, complex estate (25+ buildings) Influence major capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and energy strategy High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership and key stakeholders Opportunity to implement innovative technologies and low-carbon solutions What you'll be doing Leading energy and carbon strategy delivery , driving progress towards Net Zero Managing energy and utilities contracts, budgets, and performance Using data and BMS systems to identify inefficiencies and optimise consumption Delivering and project managing energy reduction and decarbonisation initiatives Embedding low-carbon design and energy standards into new builds and refurbishments Advising on energy procurement, tariffs, and alternative energy solutions (e.g. PPAs, self-generation) Engaging stakeholders across estates, finance, and leadership to drive behavioural and operational change What we're looking for You'll likely come from the Higher Education, Utilities, or large complex estates sector , with: Proven experience in energy and carbon management at scale Strong technical knowledge of BMS, metering, utilities, and energy systems Expertise in energy legislation, compliance, and reporting Experience managing utilities budgets, contracts, and suppliers A track record of delivering carbon reduction and energy efficiency projects Confidence influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership A degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Energy, Building Services, Environmental Management) is expected. Working pattern This is a highly operational and stakeholder-facing role , requiring you to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week across the estate. If you're ready to own the energy agenda, influence major investment decisions, and deliver tangible Net Zero outcomes , this is your next step.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Lead the journey to Net Zero. Own a complex, high-profile estate. Deliver real carbon reduction. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Energy Manager to take ownership of a large, multi-site estate and play a pivotal role in delivering an ambitious Net Zero by 2030 strategy . You'll combine technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strategic influence to drive measurable reductions in energy use, carbon emissions, and cost - while shaping long-term sustainability outcomes. Why this role stands out End-to-end ownership of energy, carbon, and water performance Lead decarbonisation across a diverse, complex estate (25+ buildings) Influence major capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and energy strategy High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership and key stakeholders Opportunity to implement innovative technologies and low-carbon solutions What you'll be doing Leading energy and carbon strategy delivery , driving progress towards Net Zero Managing energy and utilities contracts, budgets, and performance Using data and BMS systems to identify inefficiencies and optimise consumption Delivering and project managing energy reduction and decarbonisation initiatives Embedding low-carbon design and energy standards into new builds and refurbishments Advising on energy procurement, tariffs, and alternative energy solutions (e.g. PPAs, self-generation) Engaging stakeholders across estates, finance, and leadership to drive behavioural and operational change What we're looking for You'll likely come from the Higher Education, Utilities, or large complex estates sector , with: Proven experience in energy and carbon management at scale Strong technical knowledge of BMS, metering, utilities, and energy systems Expertise in energy legislation, compliance, and reporting Experience managing utilities budgets, contracts, and suppliers A track record of delivering carbon reduction and energy efficiency projects Confidence influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership A degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Energy, Building Services, Environmental Management) is expected. Working pattern This is a highly operational and stakeholder-facing role , requiring you to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week across the estate. If you're ready to own the energy agenda, influence major investment decisions, and deliver tangible Net Zero outcomes , this is your next step.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and hands-on Office Manager to join a busy service administration team in Coventry. This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity, offering long-term progression for the right candidate. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading a team, and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service while driving operational efficiency. The Role As Office Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy service office, ensuring processes run smoothly, customers receive a high level of service, and the team is supported and performing effectively. Key Responsibilities Oversee the daily running of a fast-paced service administration office Manage and support a team, ensuring workloads are balanced and deadlines are met Ensure all administrative processes are followed accurately and consistently Act as a point of escalation for customer queries and ensure timely resolution Maintain clear and professional communication with customers throughout the service process Monitor workflow and ensure tasks are completed within required timeframes Oversee parts dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency Support wider office functions when required - a hands-on approach is essential Identify process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and customer experience What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience managing or supervising an administrative or service-based team Strong customer service background with a solutions-focused mindset Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a busy environment Confident IT skills, including intermediate Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filtering) Strong communication skills, both written and verbal A flexible, proactive, and hands-on approach Desirable: Experience within a service, engineering, or parts-based environment Knowledge of service management systems or CRM platforms Personal Attributes Proactive and confident with a strong sense of ownership High attention to detail Team-oriented with a supportive and positive attitude Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and hands-on Office Manager to join a busy service administration team in Coventry. This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity, offering long-term progression for the right candidate. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading a team, and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service while driving operational efficiency. The Role As Office Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy service office, ensuring processes run smoothly, customers receive a high level of service, and the team is supported and performing effectively. Key Responsibilities Oversee the daily running of a fast-paced service administration office Manage and support a team, ensuring workloads are balanced and deadlines are met Ensure all administrative processes are followed accurately and consistently Act as a point of escalation for customer queries and ensure timely resolution Maintain clear and professional communication with customers throughout the service process Monitor workflow and ensure tasks are completed within required timeframes Oversee parts dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency Support wider office functions when required - a hands-on approach is essential Identify process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and customer experience What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience managing or supervising an administrative or service-based team Strong customer service background with a solutions-focused mindset Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a busy environment Confident IT skills, including intermediate Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filtering) Strong communication skills, both written and verbal A flexible, proactive, and hands-on approach Desirable: Experience within a service, engineering, or parts-based environment Knowledge of service management systems or CRM platforms Personal Attributes Proactive and confident with a strong sense of ownership High attention to detail Team-oriented with a supportive and positive attitude Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary The Test Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, quality and performance of the NCA's technical solutions. They will apply a strong understanding of modern testing practices to validate systems across complex business operations, projects and programmes. The role requires an ability to design and execute effective test strategies, identify defects and performance issues, and provide clear, evidence based assurance to stakeholders. Working closely with developers, analysts and delivery teams, the Test Engineer will help ensure that services are robust, secure and meet operational needs, while continuously improving test processes and advocating for quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Job description As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for assuring the quality, reliability and performance of tooling and capabilities delivered across Tier 1 and Tier 2. You will work within defined quality and performance strategies, ensuring all testing activity is completed within agreed timescales, budgets and standards, and that outcomes meet or exceed stakeholder expectations. You will apply a demonstrable understanding of IT solution architecture - including GUIs, operating systems, databases, hardware and input devices, networks and security components, applications and services - to shape test strategies, approaches and detailed plans. This technical insight will guide the Quality and Performance team and ensure testing is risk based, robust and aligned to the Agency's operational needs. A key part of the role is building strong relationships across the Agency and with wider stakeholders. You will work closely with these partners to ensure products, tooling and services are aligned to the appropriate standards, fully assured and able to support the NCA's broader digital and operational objectives. This role aligns to Test Engineer in the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework - Test engineer - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Duties and Responsbilities Test Improvement, Optimisation and Strategy - Help deliver the ongoing improvement and optimisation of testing practices, ensuring test environments, techniques and approaches are fit for purpose. Design, build, maintain and execute high quality functional and non functional tests that align to user needs and system requirements. Develop, maintain and apply key test artefacts, including Quality and Performance Test Strategies and Test Plans, while proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the end to end test process. Risk Management and Quality Assurance - Identify, document and manage testing related risks and issues, putting appropriate mitigations in place and escalating to the Test Manager where necessary to avoid delivery impacts. Make informed, context aware decisions relating to testing activities within the delivery environment, ensuring quality assurance remains robust and aligned to programme objectives. Test Execution, Data and Automation - Manage and deliver functional and non functional test activities, using a broad range of testing techniques to assure performance, quality and reliability. Create, manage and maintain test data, and support the development, enhancement and use of automation frameworks and scripts. Complete test work, provide feedback to team members, and collect testing metrics and statistics to support clear, evidence based reporting. Stakeholder Collaboration - Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing activities support high quality delivery aligned to organisational standards. Person specification Communication and Stakeholder Engagement - Communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders, including gathering non functional requirements and clearly articulating complex risks or issues to senior audiences. Apply critical thinking and ask insightful questions to ensure requirements, processes and deliverables are fully understood. Present findings, risks and recommendations clearly to wider teams, ensuring shared understanding and informed decision making. Test Analysis, Design and Execution - Conduct investigative work to understand problems, inefficiencies and opportunities within existing processes. Collect, analyse and interpret complex or conflicting information to propose practical, evidence based solutions. Design and execute tests across all phases - functional, non functional and User Acceptance Testing - ensuring coverage aligns to user needs and requirements. Apply Specification by Example and similar techniques to support requirement clarity and testability. Test Planning, Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement - Develop and maintain robust quality practices, advocating accountable quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Verify that the right work is being undertaken (Verification) and validate that it has been completed correctly (Validation). Put measures in place to monitor and improve quality outcomes, promoting consistency of approach across teams. Provide supportive but assertive challenge to ensure quality standards are upheld and embedded. Test Engineering and Technical Practice - Apply modern test engineering practices, including source control, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing approaches. Integrate and execute tests within continuous delivery environments to enable rapid feedback loops. Demonstrate experience in planning and managing tests across multiple phases, including User Acceptance Testing and performance testing. Contribute to automation framework development and the improvement of engineering standards. Requirements, Data and Technical Understanding - Understand and apply requirements engineering principles to support the creation, clarification and validation of deliverables. Validate requirements to ensure solutions meet operational, business and technical needs. Demonstrate knowledge of data solutions in cloud and on premise environments, including data exploitation tooling and platforms.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary The Test Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, quality and performance of the NCA's technical solutions. They will apply a strong understanding of modern testing practices to validate systems across complex business operations, projects and programmes. The role requires an ability to design and execute effective test strategies, identify defects and performance issues, and provide clear, evidence based assurance to stakeholders. Working closely with developers, analysts and delivery teams, the Test Engineer will help ensure that services are robust, secure and meet operational needs, while continuously improving test processes and advocating for quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Job description As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for assuring the quality, reliability and performance of tooling and capabilities delivered across Tier 1 and Tier 2. You will work within defined quality and performance strategies, ensuring all testing activity is completed within agreed timescales, budgets and standards, and that outcomes meet or exceed stakeholder expectations. You will apply a demonstrable understanding of IT solution architecture - including GUIs, operating systems, databases, hardware and input devices, networks and security components, applications and services - to shape test strategies, approaches and detailed plans. This technical insight will guide the Quality and Performance team and ensure testing is risk based, robust and aligned to the Agency's operational needs. A key part of the role is building strong relationships across the Agency and with wider stakeholders. You will work closely with these partners to ensure products, tooling and services are aligned to the appropriate standards, fully assured and able to support the NCA's broader digital and operational objectives. This role aligns to Test Engineer in the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework - Test engineer - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Duties and Responsbilities Test Improvement, Optimisation and Strategy - Help deliver the ongoing improvement and optimisation of testing practices, ensuring test environments, techniques and approaches are fit for purpose. Design, build, maintain and execute high quality functional and non functional tests that align to user needs and system requirements. Develop, maintain and apply key test artefacts, including Quality and Performance Test Strategies and Test Plans, while proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the end to end test process. Risk Management and Quality Assurance - Identify, document and manage testing related risks and issues, putting appropriate mitigations in place and escalating to the Test Manager where necessary to avoid delivery impacts. Make informed, context aware decisions relating to testing activities within the delivery environment, ensuring quality assurance remains robust and aligned to programme objectives. Test Execution, Data and Automation - Manage and deliver functional and non functional test activities, using a broad range of testing techniques to assure performance, quality and reliability. Create, manage and maintain test data, and support the development, enhancement and use of automation frameworks and scripts. Complete test work, provide feedback to team members, and collect testing metrics and statistics to support clear, evidence based reporting. Stakeholder Collaboration - Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing activities support high quality delivery aligned to organisational standards. Person specification Communication and Stakeholder Engagement - Communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders, including gathering non functional requirements and clearly articulating complex risks or issues to senior audiences. Apply critical thinking and ask insightful questions to ensure requirements, processes and deliverables are fully understood. Present findings, risks and recommendations clearly to wider teams, ensuring shared understanding and informed decision making. Test Analysis, Design and Execution - Conduct investigative work to understand problems, inefficiencies and opportunities within existing processes. Collect, analyse and interpret complex or conflicting information to propose practical, evidence based solutions. Design and execute tests across all phases - functional, non functional and User Acceptance Testing - ensuring coverage aligns to user needs and requirements. Apply Specification by Example and similar techniques to support requirement clarity and testability. Test Planning, Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement - Develop and maintain robust quality practices, advocating accountable quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Verify that the right work is being undertaken (Verification) and validate that it has been completed correctly (Validation). Put measures in place to monitor and improve quality outcomes, promoting consistency of approach across teams. Provide supportive but assertive challenge to ensure quality standards are upheld and embedded. Test Engineering and Technical Practice - Apply modern test engineering practices, including source control, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing approaches. Integrate and execute tests within continuous delivery environments to enable rapid feedback loops. Demonstrate experience in planning and managing tests across multiple phases, including User Acceptance Testing and performance testing. Contribute to automation framework development and the improvement of engineering standards. Requirements, Data and Technical Understanding - Understand and apply requirements engineering principles to support the creation, clarification and validation of deliverables. Validate requirements to ensure solutions meet operational, business and technical needs. Demonstrate knowledge of data solutions in cloud and on premise environments, including data exploitation tooling and platforms.
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 Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards 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 card 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 card 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 Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ 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. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. 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 cards 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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 Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards 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 card 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 card 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 Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ 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. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. 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 cards 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. 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Specialty Insurance Product Owner Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Product & Experience | Type: Permanent Drive the future of insurance through product innovation and strategic transformation The Role As a Commercial & Specialty Insurance Product Owner at Capco, you will lead innovative product strategies and delivery within the dynamic world of insurance. You'll collaborate with global teams, clients, and stakeholders across the London Market to shape the digital future of brokers, MGAs, syndicates, and carriers. From underwriting and claims to data modelling and integration, you'll ensure end-to-end product success in one of the most regulated and evolving sectors in financial services. What You'll Do Lead the full product life cycle, from vision and strategy to backlog management and release planning. Translate complex London Market and Commercial/Specialty Insurance processes into user stories and actionable delivery roadmaps. Define and track success metrics aligned to business goals such as data completeness, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to design scalable data models, APIs, and integration standards. Engage stakeholders across underwriting, operations, technology, and compliance to ensure alignment and successful delivery. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager within Specialty Insurance, the London Market, or Reinsurance. Strong understanding of delegated authority frameworks, placement processes, and platforms such as PPL, Whitespace, and Lloyd's digital services. Knowledge of regulatory and data standards, including Lloyd's Blueprint Two, ACORD, and data governance practices. Experience delivering digital, data, or workflow platforms in an Agile environment. Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams. Bonus Points For Hands-on experience with Lloyd's APIs, Whitespace, or market integration tools. Familiarity with MGA models and delegated authority operations. Knowledge of AI and data product strategies, including GenAI. Experience supporting multi-region or cross-border product deliveries. Awareness of compliance, risk, and governance requirements in FS product development. Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life: Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance, and critical illness cover. Mental Health Support: Access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and trained in-house mental health first aiders. Family-Friendly Support: Maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. Family Care: Eight complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. Holiday Flexibility: Five weeks' annual leave with the option to buy or sell days. Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 hours of annual training and a dedicated business coach from day one. Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services. Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Specialty Insurance Product Owner Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Product & Experience | Type: Permanent Drive the future of insurance through product innovation and strategic transformation The Role As a Commercial & Specialty Insurance Product Owner at Capco, you will lead innovative product strategies and delivery within the dynamic world of insurance. You'll collaborate with global teams, clients, and stakeholders across the London Market to shape the digital future of brokers, MGAs, syndicates, and carriers. From underwriting and claims to data modelling and integration, you'll ensure end-to-end product success in one of the most regulated and evolving sectors in financial services. What You'll Do Lead the full product life cycle, from vision and strategy to backlog management and release planning. Translate complex London Market and Commercial/Specialty Insurance processes into user stories and actionable delivery roadmaps. Define and track success metrics aligned to business goals such as data completeness, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to design scalable data models, APIs, and integration standards. Engage stakeholders across underwriting, operations, technology, and compliance to ensure alignment and successful delivery. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager within Specialty Insurance, the London Market, or Reinsurance. Strong understanding of delegated authority frameworks, placement processes, and platforms such as PPL, Whitespace, and Lloyd's digital services. Knowledge of regulatory and data standards, including Lloyd's Blueprint Two, ACORD, and data governance practices. Experience delivering digital, data, or workflow platforms in an Agile environment. Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams. Bonus Points For Hands-on experience with Lloyd's APIs, Whitespace, or market integration tools. Familiarity with MGA models and delegated authority operations. Knowledge of AI and data product strategies, including GenAI. Experience supporting multi-region or cross-border product deliveries. Awareness of compliance, risk, and governance requirements in FS product development. Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life: Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance, and critical illness cover. Mental Health Support: Access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and trained in-house mental health first aiders. Family-Friendly Support: Maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. Family Care: Eight complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. Holiday Flexibility: Five weeks' annual leave with the option to buy or sell days. Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 hours of annual training and a dedicated business coach from day one. Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services. Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Our client, a leading building services provider with nearly half a century of expertise, is currently seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join their team. Renowned for their commitment to engineering excellence, they deliver comprehensive mechanical and electrical solutions across diverse international markets, including data centres, pharmaceuticals, high-end residential, and energy sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead initial site briefings and ensure a deep understanding of all technical blueprints and contract requirements. Supervise the submission and approval process for all technical documentation and manage the formal Request for Information (RFI) workflow. Direct the procurement and delivery of plant machinery and essential equipment while maintaining optimal inventory levels on-site. Monitor workforce productivity and produce detailed weekly reports regarding project milestones and any deviations from the original scope. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, principal contractors, and various site-based teams to ensure seamless collaboration. Execute rigorous commissioning plans, conduct regular site inspections to identify necessary improvements, and manage the final handover documentation via internal digital systems. Develop site-specific timelines and chair progress meetings with subcontractors to guarantee on-time delivery. Job Requirements: Significant background in managing electrical projects, particularly within the large-scale construction or industrial sectors. Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary site teams and drive high performance. A formal qualification in Project Management or a related Construction discipline is highly desirable. Proficient in scheduling software and document management platforms. Benefits: Highly competitive remuneration package. Dedicated support for continuous professional growth and chartered status. Comprehensive health and wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme. A workspace defined by its commitment to equal opportunity and a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere. If you are an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a background in large-scale construction or industrial projects, and you are looking for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Our client, a leading building services provider with nearly half a century of expertise, is currently seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join their team. Renowned for their commitment to engineering excellence, they deliver comprehensive mechanical and electrical solutions across diverse international markets, including data centres, pharmaceuticals, high-end residential, and energy sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead initial site briefings and ensure a deep understanding of all technical blueprints and contract requirements. Supervise the submission and approval process for all technical documentation and manage the formal Request for Information (RFI) workflow. Direct the procurement and delivery of plant machinery and essential equipment while maintaining optimal inventory levels on-site. Monitor workforce productivity and produce detailed weekly reports regarding project milestones and any deviations from the original scope. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, principal contractors, and various site-based teams to ensure seamless collaboration. Execute rigorous commissioning plans, conduct regular site inspections to identify necessary improvements, and manage the final handover documentation via internal digital systems. Develop site-specific timelines and chair progress meetings with subcontractors to guarantee on-time delivery. Job Requirements: Significant background in managing electrical projects, particularly within the large-scale construction or industrial sectors. Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary site teams and drive high performance. A formal qualification in Project Management or a related Construction discipline is highly desirable. Proficient in scheduling software and document management platforms. Benefits: Highly competitive remuneration package. Dedicated support for continuous professional growth and chartered status. Comprehensive health and wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme. A workspace defined by its commitment to equal opportunity and a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere. If you are an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a background in large-scale construction or industrial projects, and you are looking for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: About the Program Continuous improvement is abusiness strategy that involves the evaluation and revision of processes, methods and practices. The goal of continuous improvement is to make periodic changes to increase the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of business operationsusing key tools from Lean Six Sigma. What You'll Do As a 12 month placement, your main responsibilities will include: Participating in process improvement projects, leveraging Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology, including scoping, defining, prioritizing projects, identifying project metrics, developing control plans to ensure project delivers gains that are continuous and sustainable with results that are measurable and validated developing pilot plans as needed Responsible for supporting research that identifies improvement opportunities, including identifying, testing, and developing and implementing sustainable improvement strategies to improve productivity and efficiencies that supports current and future business needs Providing planning support using DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) project roadmap includes identifying project metrics, providing methods to validate project solutions, deliver measurable and validated results and develop control plans to ensure project gains are continuous and sustainable Serving as an internal consultant on assigned projects to assist with identifying improvement opportunities and providing recommendations that includes defining Voice of the Customer, overseeing data collection, analysis, testing Collaborating with TJX Europe departments where there is impact to operational efficiencies, analysing data based on metrics, providing quantitative and qualitative observations, and developing recommendations based on findings What We're Looking For Working towards Bachelor's degree in Business Management/ Engineering/Science (preferred, not essential) Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and DMAIC methodology; LSSGreen and/or Yellow belt training an asset Demonstrated project management skills including structured project methodologies (i.e. determining needs, researching existing programs, etc.); utilizing multiple sources of information to develop well-structured business recommendations preparing and maintaining detailed development plans for projects; determining project specifications; understanding and applying principles of project control; and knowledge of and ability to use project reporting systems Good analytical and critical thinking skills to provide solutions; ability to leverage prior experience and adapt quickly to the changing work environment tomake effective decisions, revise business strategies to support the vision of the organization Demonstrated problem solving skills including analysis of information (i.e. requirements; description of problems.); provide solutions with cost implications to effectively resolve issues and execute strategic solutions Good organizational development skills including change management, time management; ability to implement and manage details, prioritize, multi-task and sometimes work under time pressure; ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent presentation, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write and interpret information accurately. Ability to develop and build relationships with internal and external partners, influence team membersand help prioritize activities and resources to meet the organization's needs; build rapport and credibility to be a trusted advisor Demonstrated people management skills including coaching, providing advice and guidance to Associates to resolve issues/problems, evaluating performance and providing feedback to team members. Good understanding of financial planning, business tools and reports to make business recommendations Skills/Knowledge Strong computer skills including MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access; VBA and SharePoint knowledge/experience an asset. Ability to analyze and interpret data using statistical software such as Minitab Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable results Problem solving ability- Lean or Six Sigma Interact and partner with all levels of the organization up to Manager and Manager of Project Management What we offer At TJX Europe, we believe in supporting our associates to thrive both professionally and personally. Here's what you can expect: Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense Ongoing learning and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued Access to wellbeing support and resources Pension and life assurance schemes Opportunities to grow your career across our global business Hybrid working model with flexibility A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford-featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station Application Process Online application > Psychometric Online Tests > Online Video Interview > Assessment Centre or In Person Interview You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: About the Program Continuous improvement is abusiness strategy that involves the evaluation and revision of processes, methods and practices. The goal of continuous improvement is to make periodic changes to increase the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of business operationsusing key tools from Lean Six Sigma. What You'll Do As a 12 month placement, your main responsibilities will include: Participating in process improvement projects, leveraging Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology, including scoping, defining, prioritizing projects, identifying project metrics, developing control plans to ensure project delivers gains that are continuous and sustainable with results that are measurable and validated developing pilot plans as needed Responsible for supporting research that identifies improvement opportunities, including identifying, testing, and developing and implementing sustainable improvement strategies to improve productivity and efficiencies that supports current and future business needs Providing planning support using DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) project roadmap includes identifying project metrics, providing methods to validate project solutions, deliver measurable and validated results and develop control plans to ensure project gains are continuous and sustainable Serving as an internal consultant on assigned projects to assist with identifying improvement opportunities and providing recommendations that includes defining Voice of the Customer, overseeing data collection, analysis, testing Collaborating with TJX Europe departments where there is impact to operational efficiencies, analysing data based on metrics, providing quantitative and qualitative observations, and developing recommendations based on findings What We're Looking For Working towards Bachelor's degree in Business Management/ Engineering/Science (preferred, not essential) Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and DMAIC methodology; LSSGreen and/or Yellow belt training an asset Demonstrated project management skills including structured project methodologies (i.e. determining needs, researching existing programs, etc.); utilizing multiple sources of information to develop well-structured business recommendations preparing and maintaining detailed development plans for projects; determining project specifications; understanding and applying principles of project control; and knowledge of and ability to use project reporting systems Good analytical and critical thinking skills to provide solutions; ability to leverage prior experience and adapt quickly to the changing work environment tomake effective decisions, revise business strategies to support the vision of the organization Demonstrated problem solving skills including analysis of information (i.e. requirements; description of problems.); provide solutions with cost implications to effectively resolve issues and execute strategic solutions Good organizational development skills including change management, time management; ability to implement and manage details, prioritize, multi-task and sometimes work under time pressure; ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent presentation, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write and interpret information accurately. Ability to develop and build relationships with internal and external partners, influence team membersand help prioritize activities and resources to meet the organization's needs; build rapport and credibility to be a trusted advisor Demonstrated people management skills including coaching, providing advice and guidance to Associates to resolve issues/problems, evaluating performance and providing feedback to team members. Good understanding of financial planning, business tools and reports to make business recommendations Skills/Knowledge Strong computer skills including MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access; VBA and SharePoint knowledge/experience an asset. Ability to analyze and interpret data using statistical software such as Minitab Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable results Problem solving ability- Lean or Six Sigma Interact and partner with all levels of the organization up to Manager and Manager of Project Management What we offer At TJX Europe, we believe in supporting our associates to thrive both professionally and personally. Here's what you can expect: Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense Ongoing learning and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued Access to wellbeing support and resources Pension and life assurance schemes Opportunities to grow your career across our global business Hybrid working model with flexibility A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford-featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station Application Process Online application > Psychometric Online Tests > Online Video Interview > Assessment Centre or In Person Interview You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Deanston Cooper is currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for a Tier 1, international civil engineering contractor on marine projects in the Helensburgh area as part of a long term framework. The role offers hybrid working and accommodation in the local area can be provided if required. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your duties as Senior Quantity Surveyor will include: Prompt presentation of all applications for payment, including all contractual entitlements. Ensuring that payments are received in accordance with the contract terms. Prompt submission of estimate / tendering information to the client. Prompt presentation of Final Accounts, including negotiation of all contractual entitlements. Prompt presentation of weekly cost / value information, delivery schedules and associated Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data. Preparation and presentation of Monthly Cost/Value Reconciliations and Final Cost/Value Forecasts. Preparation and presentation of forward work schedules and cash flows. Procurement, negotiation and placing of Sub-contract Orders. Financial and commercial management of Sub-contractors through to settlement of their Final Accounts. Ensuring that all contractual letters/ notices and information are presented in accordance with the contract requirements. Preparation of appropriate documentation in support of additional payment, variations, claims etc. Commercial support to the site and contracts management team. Commercial support to the Estimating and Procurement teams. Close liaison with the client on all commercial matters, including preparation and submission of supporting information. Applications for the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor are welcome from candidates with: Minimum qualifications of HND Quantity Surveying Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on building or civil engineering projects. Applicants from a PQS background will also be considered. Excellent communication skills
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Deanston Cooper is currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for a Tier 1, international civil engineering contractor on marine projects in the Helensburgh area as part of a long term framework. The role offers hybrid working and accommodation in the local area can be provided if required. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your duties as Senior Quantity Surveyor will include: Prompt presentation of all applications for payment, including all contractual entitlements. Ensuring that payments are received in accordance with the contract terms. Prompt submission of estimate / tendering information to the client. Prompt presentation of Final Accounts, including negotiation of all contractual entitlements. Prompt presentation of weekly cost / value information, delivery schedules and associated Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data. Preparation and presentation of Monthly Cost/Value Reconciliations and Final Cost/Value Forecasts. Preparation and presentation of forward work schedules and cash flows. Procurement, negotiation and placing of Sub-contract Orders. Financial and commercial management of Sub-contractors through to settlement of their Final Accounts. Ensuring that all contractual letters/ notices and information are presented in accordance with the contract requirements. Preparation of appropriate documentation in support of additional payment, variations, claims etc. Commercial support to the site and contracts management team. Commercial support to the Estimating and Procurement teams. Close liaison with the client on all commercial matters, including preparation and submission of supporting information. Applications for the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor are welcome from candidates with: Minimum qualifications of HND Quantity Surveying Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on building or civil engineering projects. Applicants from a PQS background will also be considered. Excellent communication skills
Job Title: Estimating Coordinator Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Salary/Rate: Annual Salary Role Conditions Working Monday to Friday, 08 00 Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate 29 days holiday including bank holidays Nationally recognised training provided and career development opportunities Company uniform provided and all necessary PPE Employee assistance programme About the Role On behalf of our client, a leading organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for an Estimating Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with customers, suppliers and stakeholders, providing daily feedback and updates on open RFQs through to OPC Directly liaise with customers to provide status, respond to general enquiries and react to customers within targeted timeframes, ensuring customer expectations are met according to established customer service standards Work towards departmental sales targets alongside the Estimators/OPC Nurture new business opportunities and maximise each sales opportunity Build and nurture customer relationships, coordinate open RFQs and maintain up-to-date bid register and customer status reports Carry out the high-level creation of the manufacturing planning routing within the Kinetic MRP/ERP system entering the customer data and operations, to enable set and run times to be furnished Carry out contract review of all new and repeat orders in line with the procedure Understand and translate customer drawings, specifications, quality and regulatory standards into an Engineering Method of Manufacture (MoM) Manage potential customer complaints, report on internal quality issues and provide feedback on any Customer Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) received Assist with the close out NCR s/RCCA s as and when required Work with the NBD Manager and support new customer enquiries Candidate Requirements High level of customer services experience with focus on delivering value Working knowledge of industry, databases and appropriate software packages Analyse customer data, determine integrity, trends and generate insights to inform decisions for the relevant stakeholders Expertise in using ERP/WMS/CRM platforms, customers or otherwise, develop tools to automations and efficiency Develop long-terms plans, based on market trends, industry insights and achieve business and customer goals and manage the relationship Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to explain complex concepts, scope clearly, lead training and support growth Effective leader, drive my example, ensure buying and champion change Right to work in the UK Why Work with JMC Aviation? At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles contract or permanent. Industry-leading compliance support Fast onboarding and documentation assistance Dedicated recruitment consultant Placements across the globe Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector Compliance & Equal Opportunities JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations. GDPR In applying for the above position and sharing your personal data with JMC Aviation Limited, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy (found on our website).
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Estimating Coordinator Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Salary/Rate: Annual Salary Role Conditions Working Monday to Friday, 08 00 Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate 29 days holiday including bank holidays Nationally recognised training provided and career development opportunities Company uniform provided and all necessary PPE Employee assistance programme About the Role On behalf of our client, a leading organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for an Estimating Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with customers, suppliers and stakeholders, providing daily feedback and updates on open RFQs through to OPC Directly liaise with customers to provide status, respond to general enquiries and react to customers within targeted timeframes, ensuring customer expectations are met according to established customer service standards Work towards departmental sales targets alongside the Estimators/OPC Nurture new business opportunities and maximise each sales opportunity Build and nurture customer relationships, coordinate open RFQs and maintain up-to-date bid register and customer status reports Carry out the high-level creation of the manufacturing planning routing within the Kinetic MRP/ERP system entering the customer data and operations, to enable set and run times to be furnished Carry out contract review of all new and repeat orders in line with the procedure Understand and translate customer drawings, specifications, quality and regulatory standards into an Engineering Method of Manufacture (MoM) Manage potential customer complaints, report on internal quality issues and provide feedback on any Customer Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) received Assist with the close out NCR s/RCCA s as and when required Work with the NBD Manager and support new customer enquiries Candidate Requirements High level of customer services experience with focus on delivering value Working knowledge of industry, databases and appropriate software packages Analyse customer data, determine integrity, trends and generate insights to inform decisions for the relevant stakeholders Expertise in using ERP/WMS/CRM platforms, customers or otherwise, develop tools to automations and efficiency Develop long-terms plans, based on market trends, industry insights and achieve business and customer goals and manage the relationship Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to explain complex concepts, scope clearly, lead training and support growth Effective leader, drive my example, ensure buying and champion change Right to work in the UK Why Work with JMC Aviation? At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles contract or permanent. Industry-leading compliance support Fast onboarding and documentation assistance Dedicated recruitment consultant Placements across the globe Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector Compliance & Equal Opportunities JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations. GDPR In applying for the above position and sharing your personal data with JMC Aviation Limited, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy (found on our website).
Project Manager Location: Wetherby , West Yorkshire Employment type: Full time Working Hours: (Monday to Friday, 40 Hours Per Week) What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job you re starting a career with real support behind it. Annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services Cycle to Work scheme Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? Life assurance cover Long service recognition Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community About the role We have a fanatstic opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated Projects Manager to join our dynamic team. This would be based in the Electric Vehicle Charging Sector . The ideal candidate will possess a background in leadership and project management. This role requires overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered Safely, on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with our numerous cross-functional build teams, Maintain good working relationships with company client base, manage resources effectively, and assist in the continuous growth plan of the company As a Project Manager you will be Reporting directly to the Head of EV Operations you will lead and supervise Build teams, ensuring clear communication and collaboration among all members. Control project costs by monitoring expenditures, and reporting variances. Utilise Microsoft software such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project for e mails, planning and tracking progress. Maintain organisational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines. Ensure adherence to company methodologies. Attend meetings when necessary with clients and management Ensure works are carried out in line with the overall build programme and the expectations Document processes using SharePoint, and similar content management systems. Ensure works are carried out in a safe manner and to report Near misses and observations to Parco Management Communicate directly with Build teams queries and monitor the build teams health and safety and general progress Deliver toolbox talks Willingness to spend nights away from home during part of the working week About you SMSTS qualification NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor Qualification Supervising experience in a project management capacity/ and a good sound knowledge of Civil Engineering Strong mind in relation to problem-solving. Effective team management skills with an emphasis on collaboration. Excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks efficiently. Demonstrated cost control abilities through budget management practices. Strong leadership qualities that inspire team performance. Exceptional communication skills for Client engagement at all levels. Proficiency in various Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, Project Full Driving Licence Our commitment to Equal Opportunities We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.? Next steps If you re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Location: Wetherby , West Yorkshire Employment type: Full time Working Hours: (Monday to Friday, 40 Hours Per Week) What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job you re starting a career with real support behind it. Annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services Cycle to Work scheme Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? Life assurance cover Long service recognition Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community About the role We have a fanatstic opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated Projects Manager to join our dynamic team. This would be based in the Electric Vehicle Charging Sector . The ideal candidate will possess a background in leadership and project management. This role requires overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered Safely, on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with our numerous cross-functional build teams, Maintain good working relationships with company client base, manage resources effectively, and assist in the continuous growth plan of the company As a Project Manager you will be Reporting directly to the Head of EV Operations you will lead and supervise Build teams, ensuring clear communication and collaboration among all members. Control project costs by monitoring expenditures, and reporting variances. Utilise Microsoft software such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project for e mails, planning and tracking progress. Maintain organisational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines. Ensure adherence to company methodologies. Attend meetings when necessary with clients and management Ensure works are carried out in line with the overall build programme and the expectations Document processes using SharePoint, and similar content management systems. Ensure works are carried out in a safe manner and to report Near misses and observations to Parco Management Communicate directly with Build teams queries and monitor the build teams health and safety and general progress Deliver toolbox talks Willingness to spend nights away from home during part of the working week About you SMSTS qualification NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor Qualification Supervising experience in a project management capacity/ and a good sound knowledge of Civil Engineering Strong mind in relation to problem-solving. Effective team management skills with an emphasis on collaboration. Excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks efficiently. Demonstrated cost control abilities through budget management practices. Strong leadership qualities that inspire team performance. Exceptional communication skills for Client engagement at all levels. Proficiency in various Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, Project Full Driving Licence Our commitment to Equal Opportunities We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.? Next steps If you re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!
Senior Cyber Security Engineer Reading/Hybrid (one day per week in the office) Salary: £65,000-£75,000 We are working with a leading UK pensions and insurance consulting and administration business. A FTSE 250 company, our client works with over 1,400 pension schemes, administers over one million member accounts, and supports insurance companies in the life and bulk annuities sector. ABOUT THE ROLE You will join an expanding cyber security team working alongside internal engineers, security operations analysts, and an external 24/7 SOC. Reporting to the Cyber Security Engineering Manager, you will carry out daily security engineering tasks and lead security hardening projects to protect our client's IT infrastructure, networks, and data. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide expert technical security guidance covering IT assets, change control, security testing, secure systems design, and security controls Own and develop the vulnerability management programme, with a focus on application security testing, web application Firewalls, and securing development pipelines Mentor and provide security direction to other team members Carry out security engineering tasks to agreed SLAs/KPIs using ITIL best practice Develop understanding of threats, risks, and evolving attack vectors facing the business Represent the security team as subject matter expert in meetings and projects Support the operations team with security incident investigation in complex cross-technology environments Assist with security training and awareness campaigns, market reviews, supplier assessments, and client security questionnaires ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Right to work in the UK Strong experience in web application security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and hardening IT systems Experience with cloud hosting, cloud migration, application testing, and working with developers to improve security Solid knowledge of security products including WAFs, SIEM, AV, email/web gateways, Firewalls, load balancers, ACLs, TCP/IP, routing, and switching Familiarity with OWASP, SASE, zero-trust, and risk-based vulnerability management Background in infrastructure and networks Working towards or holding CISSP, SANS GCIA, CompTIA Security+, CCNA/CCNP or equivalent Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including network diagramming Willingness to travel to other sites as required DESIRABLE Computer Science degree or equivalent experience Knowledge of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and AAF control frameworks BENEFITS Competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, 25 days holiday (with buy/sell option), flexible bank holidays, matched pension contributions, healthcare cash plan, flexible benefits scheme, life assurance (4x salary), retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, paid volunteering day, and staff referral scheme. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Cyber Security Engineer Reading/Hybrid (one day per week in the office) Salary: £65,000-£75,000 We are working with a leading UK pensions and insurance consulting and administration business. A FTSE 250 company, our client works with over 1,400 pension schemes, administers over one million member accounts, and supports insurance companies in the life and bulk annuities sector. ABOUT THE ROLE You will join an expanding cyber security team working alongside internal engineers, security operations analysts, and an external 24/7 SOC. Reporting to the Cyber Security Engineering Manager, you will carry out daily security engineering tasks and lead security hardening projects to protect our client's IT infrastructure, networks, and data. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide expert technical security guidance covering IT assets, change control, security testing, secure systems design, and security controls Own and develop the vulnerability management programme, with a focus on application security testing, web application Firewalls, and securing development pipelines Mentor and provide security direction to other team members Carry out security engineering tasks to agreed SLAs/KPIs using ITIL best practice Develop understanding of threats, risks, and evolving attack vectors facing the business Represent the security team as subject matter expert in meetings and projects Support the operations team with security incident investigation in complex cross-technology environments Assist with security training and awareness campaigns, market reviews, supplier assessments, and client security questionnaires ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Right to work in the UK Strong experience in web application security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and hardening IT systems Experience with cloud hosting, cloud migration, application testing, and working with developers to improve security Solid knowledge of security products including WAFs, SIEM, AV, email/web gateways, Firewalls, load balancers, ACLs, TCP/IP, routing, and switching Familiarity with OWASP, SASE, zero-trust, and risk-based vulnerability management Background in infrastructure and networks Working towards or holding CISSP, SANS GCIA, CompTIA Security+, CCNA/CCNP or equivalent Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including network diagramming Willingness to travel to other sites as required DESIRABLE Computer Science degree or equivalent experience Knowledge of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and AAF control frameworks BENEFITS Competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, 25 days holiday (with buy/sell option), flexible bank holidays, matched pension contributions, healthcare cash plan, flexible benefits scheme, life assurance (4x salary), retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, paid volunteering day, and staff referral scheme. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Press Officer - Hybrid Location: London - Hybrid (Office 2 days per week) Contract: Full-time, 7.4 hrs/day, 5 days/week Start: ASAP Duration: 4-5 months Salary: Umbrella £37-£40.83ph About the Role A leading public sector organisation seeks an experienced Press Officer to join a fast-paced press office supporting senior leadership. The role covers proactive and reactive media, events, briefings, and multi-channel communications, including social and emerging content platforms. Responsibilities Draft press releases, media quotes, briefings, op-eds, and social content. Respond to high-volume media enquiries and support events/photo opportunities. Advise on media strategy across policy areas. Maintain media relationships and contribute to media databases and channels. Skills & Experience Proven press office experience, ideally in public sector communications. Strong writing skills and ability to work independently under pressure. Experience with London/national media; knowledge of non-traditional media is a plus. Flexible for occasional out-of-hours events. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Press Officer - Hybrid Location: London - Hybrid (Office 2 days per week) Contract: Full-time, 7.4 hrs/day, 5 days/week Start: ASAP Duration: 4-5 months Salary: Umbrella £37-£40.83ph About the Role A leading public sector organisation seeks an experienced Press Officer to join a fast-paced press office supporting senior leadership. The role covers proactive and reactive media, events, briefings, and multi-channel communications, including social and emerging content platforms. Responsibilities Draft press releases, media quotes, briefings, op-eds, and social content. Respond to high-volume media enquiries and support events/photo opportunities. Advise on media strategy across policy areas. Maintain media relationships and contribute to media databases and channels. Skills & Experience Proven press office experience, ideally in public sector communications. Strong writing skills and ability to work independently under pressure. Experience with London/national media; knowledge of non-traditional media is a plus. Flexible for occasional out-of-hours events. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Overview A growing engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding Engineering Department. This role is ideal for someone with strong CAD capability who wants to work across multiple concurrent projects, developing both standard and bespoke mechanical components and assemblies.Working under the guidance of the Engineering Manager and Senior Project Engineers, you will produce high-quality 3D models, 2D drawings and parts lists using SolidWorks, supporting the delivery of engineered products used across industrial storage, process and construction environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to develop strong technical, commercial and project delivery skills within a supportive and structured team. Key Responsibilities CAD & Engineering Delivery Produce accurate 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings and bills of materials using SolidWorks. Create drawings ranging from general arrangements to fully detailed fabrication drawings. Work with standardised models and components, while developing bespoke designs where required. Ensure all drawings meet internal standards, manufacturing requirements and relevant national/international engineering codes. Maintain all CAD data and documentation within the company's PDM system. Project Support Support multiple live projects simultaneously, ensuring clarity on scope, deliverables and deadlines. Assist Senior Engineers in resolving technical queries from construction, contracts and procurement teams. Participate in engineering team meetings and contribute to project discussions. Support client-facing technical communication when required, helping clarify specifications and secure approvals. Ensure all project documentation is completed, filed and maintained correctly. Commercial & Technical Awareness Understand client specifications and ensure materials and designs meet agreed requirements. Liaise with suppliers to confirm material suitability and availability. Recognise the commercial impact of over-engineering, incorrect detailing or programme delays. Identify potential upsell/uplift opportunities during project handover from Sales. Ensure procurement teams receive clear information to source correct materials at the right cost. Quality, Standards & Compliance Prepare all engineering outputs in line with internal procedures and industry standards. Ensure all documentation, drawings and parts lists meet required company quality levels. Maintain awareness of health & safety considerations that influence design decisions. Functional Knowledge & Skills Ability to produce clear, accurate and informative engineering drawings. Understanding of mechanical design principles and fabrication processes. Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation. Competent user of: SolidWorks 3D CAD Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Awareness of commercial impacts relating to cost, programme and detailing accuracy. Understanding of engineered products such as steel structures, storage tanks or similar assemblies (advantageous but not essential). Problem Solving & Communication Support senior engineers in resolving technical and contractual challenges. Use initiative to propose practical, engineered solutions with commercial awareness. Strong written communication for technical documentation. Confident verbal communication with internal teams, suppliers and clients. Professional approach to all interactions, maintaining strong working relationships. Qualifications Minimum BTEC ONC/OND, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a mechanical/engineering discipline. Degree-qualified candidates may be considered for more senior responsibilities. Additional Information The employer is committed to equal opportunities and a safe working environment. Health & safety awareness is essential and forms part of daily working practices. Candidates must be able to work under supervision while managing multiple tasks and deadlines. 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 at hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Overview A growing engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding Engineering Department. This role is ideal for someone with strong CAD capability who wants to work across multiple concurrent projects, developing both standard and bespoke mechanical components and assemblies.Working under the guidance of the Engineering Manager and Senior Project Engineers, you will produce high-quality 3D models, 2D drawings and parts lists using SolidWorks, supporting the delivery of engineered products used across industrial storage, process and construction environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to develop strong technical, commercial and project delivery skills within a supportive and structured team. Key Responsibilities CAD & Engineering Delivery Produce accurate 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings and bills of materials using SolidWorks. Create drawings ranging from general arrangements to fully detailed fabrication drawings. Work with standardised models and components, while developing bespoke designs where required. Ensure all drawings meet internal standards, manufacturing requirements and relevant national/international engineering codes. Maintain all CAD data and documentation within the company's PDM system. Project Support Support multiple live projects simultaneously, ensuring clarity on scope, deliverables and deadlines. Assist Senior Engineers in resolving technical queries from construction, contracts and procurement teams. Participate in engineering team meetings and contribute to project discussions. Support client-facing technical communication when required, helping clarify specifications and secure approvals. Ensure all project documentation is completed, filed and maintained correctly. Commercial & Technical Awareness Understand client specifications and ensure materials and designs meet agreed requirements. Liaise with suppliers to confirm material suitability and availability. Recognise the commercial impact of over-engineering, incorrect detailing or programme delays. Identify potential upsell/uplift opportunities during project handover from Sales. Ensure procurement teams receive clear information to source correct materials at the right cost. Quality, Standards & Compliance Prepare all engineering outputs in line with internal procedures and industry standards. Ensure all documentation, drawings and parts lists meet required company quality levels. Maintain awareness of health & safety considerations that influence design decisions. Functional Knowledge & Skills Ability to produce clear, accurate and informative engineering drawings. Understanding of mechanical design principles and fabrication processes. Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation. Competent user of: SolidWorks 3D CAD Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Awareness of commercial impacts relating to cost, programme and detailing accuracy. Understanding of engineered products such as steel structures, storage tanks or similar assemblies (advantageous but not essential). Problem Solving & Communication Support senior engineers in resolving technical and contractual challenges. Use initiative to propose practical, engineered solutions with commercial awareness. Strong written communication for technical documentation. Confident verbal communication with internal teams, suppliers and clients. Professional approach to all interactions, maintaining strong working relationships. Qualifications Minimum BTEC ONC/OND, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a mechanical/engineering discipline. Degree-qualified candidates may be considered for more senior responsibilities. Additional Information The employer is committed to equal opportunities and a safe working environment. Health & safety awareness is essential and forms part of daily working practices. Candidates must be able to work under supervision while managing multiple tasks and deadlines. 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 at hays.co.uk
Associate Director, Product (IRIS Financials) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Remote, UK Permanent full time About IRIS Software Group IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, supporting over 120,000 organisations across education, finance, HR, and payroll. Within our Education division, IRIS Financials is a market-leading finance platform trusted by over 11,000 schools and Multi-Academy Trusts. We're now looking for a senior product leader to take this platform to the next level. The Role As Associate Director of Product Management , you will define and deliver the vision for IRIS Financials, leading its evolution into a modern, cloud-first SaaS solution. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, combining product vision, commercial thinking, and team leadership to drive growth, innovation, and customer value. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the product strategy and roadmap for IRIS Financials Drive platform modernisation and SaaS transformation Use customer insight, market trends, and data to shape product direction Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success Ensure delivery of high-impact, customer-centric product outcomes Support commercial performance, including growth and retention Lead and develop a team of Product Managers Ensure compliance with education finance regulations and standards About You You are a strategic product leader with a strong track record in SaaS or enterprise software environments. You'll bring: Significant experience in senior product management roles Proven success delivering product strategy and transformation at scale Strong leadership skills with experience managing product teams Ability to influence across technical and commercial stakeholders A data-driven, customer-first mindset Bonus if you have: Experience with financial systems or ERP platforms Knowledge of the UK education or MAT sector Experience leading cloud or legacy-to-SaaS transformations Why Join Us? Lead a high-profile, mission critical product Play a key role in a major SaaS transformation journey Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible remote working Apply Now If you're ready to lead product strategy at scale and make a real impact in education technology, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Associate Director, Product (IRIS Financials) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Remote, UK Permanent full time About IRIS Software Group IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, supporting over 120,000 organisations across education, finance, HR, and payroll. Within our Education division, IRIS Financials is a market-leading finance platform trusted by over 11,000 schools and Multi-Academy Trusts. We're now looking for a senior product leader to take this platform to the next level. The Role As Associate Director of Product Management , you will define and deliver the vision for IRIS Financials, leading its evolution into a modern, cloud-first SaaS solution. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, combining product vision, commercial thinking, and team leadership to drive growth, innovation, and customer value. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the product strategy and roadmap for IRIS Financials Drive platform modernisation and SaaS transformation Use customer insight, market trends, and data to shape product direction Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success Ensure delivery of high-impact, customer-centric product outcomes Support commercial performance, including growth and retention Lead and develop a team of Product Managers Ensure compliance with education finance regulations and standards About You You are a strategic product leader with a strong track record in SaaS or enterprise software environments. You'll bring: Significant experience in senior product management roles Proven success delivering product strategy and transformation at scale Strong leadership skills with experience managing product teams Ability to influence across technical and commercial stakeholders A data-driven, customer-first mindset Bonus if you have: Experience with financial systems or ERP platforms Knowledge of the UK education or MAT sector Experience leading cloud or legacy-to-SaaS transformations Why Join Us? Lead a high-profile, mission critical product Play a key role in a major SaaS transformation journey Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible remote working Apply Now If you're ready to lead product strategy at scale and make a real impact in education technology, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary As Test Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of robust testing strategies across business operations, projects and programmes. You will bring a strong understanding of functional, non functional, quality assurance and performance testing approaches, ensuring that testing is embedded effectively throughout the delivery lifecycle. You will anticipate and address the challenges associated with complex systems, diverse user needs and fast moving delivery environments, providing expert guidance to teams and stakeholders. Through strong leadership and a focus on continuous improvement, you will ensure that services are thoroughly tested, performance ready and aligned with organisational standards and operational priorities. Job description We have roles available within both our National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC) and our Transformation teams. As a Test Manager, you will lead and manage the quality and performance of tooling and capabilities across Tier 1 and Tier 2. This will include defining the quality and performance strategy; managing it to completion, within agreed timescales and budgets, and to a level of quality that meets or exceeds the client's expectations. You will use an advanced level appreciation of the architecture and key components of IT solutions (including GUI, operating systems, databases computer hardware & input devices, networks & security, applications and services) to inform the testing strategy, approach and plans and guide the Quality and Performance team based on this understanding. You will foster relationships with other parts of the Agency to ensure products are delivered in line with aligned with the appropriate design standards and governance. This role aligns to Test Manager in the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework - Test manager - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Duties and Responsibilities Test Strategy, Improvement and Optimisation - Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the quality and performance testing approach. Define required test phases, produce accurate estimates for testing activities and ensure the end to end test process is efficient, consistent and aligned with delivery needs. Risk, Issues and Assurance - Identify, document and manage all significant testing risks and issues, ensuring effective mitigations are put in place. Escalate concerns to the Senior Delivery Manager where necessary to prevent delays or impacts on delivery. Test Governance and Artefact Management - Produce and maintain high quality test artefacts, including the quality and performance test strategy, plans and associated documentation. Actively seek opportunities to refine and optimise testing documentation and governance. Test Data, Automation and Tooling - Oversee the creation and management of test data, and drive the development, maintenance and effective use of automation frameworks and scripts. Ensure testing tools and techniques reflect industry best practice and support efficient, repeatable and high quality test execution. Management of Functional and Non Functional Testing - Lead and coordinate all functional and non functional testing activities, assigning work, providing constructive feedback and ensuring the effective collection and reporting of testing metrics and insights. Leadership, Coaching and Capability Development - Provide leadership, coaching and professional development for staff, supporting talent management, succession planning and effective supplier management. Foster a culture of high performance and ensure teams use modern, industry standard testing methods and tools. Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement - Promote and advocate testing capabilities across the Agency and wider government partners, building strong relationships and ensuring testing is fully integrated into delivery processes and decision making. Person specification Test Design, Execution and Quality Assurance - Demonstrable experience in creating, planning and managing tests across all test phases, including User Acceptance Testing. Able to lead test engineers in designing and executing high quality functional and non functional tests, ensuring test coverage, traceability and alignment with requirements. Test Analysis and Problem Solving - Strong analytical skills with the ability to absorb large volumes of complex or conflicting information, identify patterns, evaluate root causes and determine effective solutions. Experience leading investigative work to identify improvements in testing processes, products or delivery approaches. Defect Management and Continuous Improvement - Proven ability to drive effective defect reporting, triage and resolution, ensuring accurate information is captured and communicated. Able to lead and coach teams in improving test management processes, developing recommendations and implementing enhancements to quality and performance practices. Test Strategy and Planning - Experience in developing and maintaining test strategies, plans and quality approaches, ensuring they are aligned with organisational priorities and delivery timelines. Able to guide teams in optimising quality and performance testing methods and selecting appropriate techniques and tools. Technical Understanding of Test Environments - Knowledge and understanding of data solutions and testing in cloud or on premise environments, including environment setup and data exploitation tooling. Familiarity with test engineering practices, standards and modern tooling to support effective and repeatable test execution. Requirements Engineering and Validation - Experience working with product, business and technical teams to gather, clarify and validate requirements, including non functional requirements. Able to translate requirements into structured test conditions and ensure deliverables are validated appropriately. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement - Effective communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with technical and non technical stakeholders. Able to explain complex risks clearly, gather business and non functional needs, and escalate issues to senior leaders where necessary. Thinks creatively, asks insightful questions and communicates findings clearly to wider teams. Leadership and Team Management - Demonstrable experience managing a test team, setting test strategy and providing coaching, feedback and professional development. Able to foster a high performing culture and ensure teams adopt industry best practice in testing and quality assurance.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary As Test Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of robust testing strategies across business operations, projects and programmes. You will bring a strong understanding of functional, non functional, quality assurance and performance testing approaches, ensuring that testing is embedded effectively throughout the delivery lifecycle. You will anticipate and address the challenges associated with complex systems, diverse user needs and fast moving delivery environments, providing expert guidance to teams and stakeholders. Through strong leadership and a focus on continuous improvement, you will ensure that services are thoroughly tested, performance ready and aligned with organisational standards and operational priorities. Job description We have roles available within both our National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC) and our Transformation teams. As a Test Manager, you will lead and manage the quality and performance of tooling and capabilities across Tier 1 and Tier 2. This will include defining the quality and performance strategy; managing it to completion, within agreed timescales and budgets, and to a level of quality that meets or exceeds the client's expectations. You will use an advanced level appreciation of the architecture and key components of IT solutions (including GUI, operating systems, databases computer hardware & input devices, networks & security, applications and services) to inform the testing strategy, approach and plans and guide the Quality and Performance team based on this understanding. You will foster relationships with other parts of the Agency to ensure products are delivered in line with aligned with the appropriate design standards and governance. This role aligns to Test Manager in the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework - Test manager - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Duties and Responsibilities Test Strategy, Improvement and Optimisation - Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the quality and performance testing approach. Define required test phases, produce accurate estimates for testing activities and ensure the end to end test process is efficient, consistent and aligned with delivery needs. Risk, Issues and Assurance - Identify, document and manage all significant testing risks and issues, ensuring effective mitigations are put in place. Escalate concerns to the Senior Delivery Manager where necessary to prevent delays or impacts on delivery. Test Governance and Artefact Management - Produce and maintain high quality test artefacts, including the quality and performance test strategy, plans and associated documentation. Actively seek opportunities to refine and optimise testing documentation and governance. Test Data, Automation and Tooling - Oversee the creation and management of test data, and drive the development, maintenance and effective use of automation frameworks and scripts. Ensure testing tools and techniques reflect industry best practice and support efficient, repeatable and high quality test execution. Management of Functional and Non Functional Testing - Lead and coordinate all functional and non functional testing activities, assigning work, providing constructive feedback and ensuring the effective collection and reporting of testing metrics and insights. Leadership, Coaching and Capability Development - Provide leadership, coaching and professional development for staff, supporting talent management, succession planning and effective supplier management. Foster a culture of high performance and ensure teams use modern, industry standard testing methods and tools. Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement - Promote and advocate testing capabilities across the Agency and wider government partners, building strong relationships and ensuring testing is fully integrated into delivery processes and decision making. Person specification Test Design, Execution and Quality Assurance - Demonstrable experience in creating, planning and managing tests across all test phases, including User Acceptance Testing. Able to lead test engineers in designing and executing high quality functional and non functional tests, ensuring test coverage, traceability and alignment with requirements. Test Analysis and Problem Solving - Strong analytical skills with the ability to absorb large volumes of complex or conflicting information, identify patterns, evaluate root causes and determine effective solutions. Experience leading investigative work to identify improvements in testing processes, products or delivery approaches. Defect Management and Continuous Improvement - Proven ability to drive effective defect reporting, triage and resolution, ensuring accurate information is captured and communicated. Able to lead and coach teams in improving test management processes, developing recommendations and implementing enhancements to quality and performance practices. Test Strategy and Planning - Experience in developing and maintaining test strategies, plans and quality approaches, ensuring they are aligned with organisational priorities and delivery timelines. Able to guide teams in optimising quality and performance testing methods and selecting appropriate techniques and tools. Technical Understanding of Test Environments - Knowledge and understanding of data solutions and testing in cloud or on premise environments, including environment setup and data exploitation tooling. Familiarity with test engineering practices, standards and modern tooling to support effective and repeatable test execution. Requirements Engineering and Validation - Experience working with product, business and technical teams to gather, clarify and validate requirements, including non functional requirements. Able to translate requirements into structured test conditions and ensure deliverables are validated appropriately. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement - Effective communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with technical and non technical stakeholders. Able to explain complex risks clearly, gather business and non functional needs, and escalate issues to senior leaders where necessary. Thinks creatively, asks insightful questions and communicates findings clearly to wider teams. Leadership and Team Management - Demonstrable experience managing a test team, setting test strategy and providing coaching, feedback and professional development. Able to foster a high performing culture and ensure teams adopt industry best practice in testing and quality assurance.
Successful manufacturer require an Engineering Buyer to support NPI and BAU procurement activities. Applicants need previous experience as a Technical Buyer, or within an engineering business ideally with a proven track record of sourcing machined parts. The Engineering Buyer will work within a small procurement team, reporting to a Procurement Manager. It's envisaged that the Engineering Buyer will provide both a commercial and technical competence to the business, sourcing engineered parts/components, negotiating T&Cs and managing supplier relationships. Specific duties of the Engineering Buyer include: Supplier selection and supply market intelligence activities, particularly in regards to complex engineered component, parts suppliers, and subcontract manufacturers of mechanical services Negotiate with suppliers and capture terms in contracts Support NPI and engineering change processes Contribute to procurement department cost saving targets, and NPI cost down and VA/VE initiatives On-going supplier relationship and contract management activities Operational Purchasing tasks - ensure continuity of supply of products and materials to the facility Optimise inventory levels and maintain procurement department data around, pricing, lead times, MOQ in ERP/MRP Support CI and process improvements across the business Engineering Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Procurement experience within a technical manufacturing or engineering business Experience supporting NPI, prototype or batch manufacturing activities would be advantageous Ability to read technical drawings Experience in the procurement of mechanical manufacturing process subcontractors and engineered components Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills Experience of, or understanding of MRP/ERP systems
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Successful manufacturer require an Engineering Buyer to support NPI and BAU procurement activities. Applicants need previous experience as a Technical Buyer, or within an engineering business ideally with a proven track record of sourcing machined parts. The Engineering Buyer will work within a small procurement team, reporting to a Procurement Manager. It's envisaged that the Engineering Buyer will provide both a commercial and technical competence to the business, sourcing engineered parts/components, negotiating T&Cs and managing supplier relationships. Specific duties of the Engineering Buyer include: Supplier selection and supply market intelligence activities, particularly in regards to complex engineered component, parts suppliers, and subcontract manufacturers of mechanical services Negotiate with suppliers and capture terms in contracts Support NPI and engineering change processes Contribute to procurement department cost saving targets, and NPI cost down and VA/VE initiatives On-going supplier relationship and contract management activities Operational Purchasing tasks - ensure continuity of supply of products and materials to the facility Optimise inventory levels and maintain procurement department data around, pricing, lead times, MOQ in ERP/MRP Support CI and process improvements across the business Engineering Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Procurement experience within a technical manufacturing or engineering business Experience supporting NPI, prototype or batch manufacturing activities would be advantageous Ability to read technical drawings Experience in the procurement of mechanical manufacturing process subcontractors and engineered components Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills Experience of, or understanding of MRP/ERP systems
A superb opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller, to work for an award winning, global business. Based near in Solihull, you will play a key role in ensuring large and complex projects across the region and surrounding area, are carried out and completed within the financial requirements, adhering to robust financial controls. This role is critical to the financial management of a key regional area within the group, providing comprehensive financial oversight and partnering with operational management to drive sound decision-making and ensure. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all financial activities for the entity, offering valuable insights and support to management and operational teams. Lead the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Conduct regular forecasting and budget reviews, analysing variances and ensuring financial goals are met. Ensure the accuracy of the P&L statements and maintain strong financial controls. Support the implementation of group directives, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Maintain the integrity of accounting systems and financial data. Oversee all aspects of the Balance Sheet. Collaborate closely with senior management to provide financial advice and strategic insights. Required Experience and Skills: Background in Construction, Civil Engineering, Facilities Management or a similar project / contract-based industry. Experience with project or contract-based financial management. ACA/CIMA/ACCA fully qualified, or nearing qualification Proficient SAP desirable Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication skills. Proven ability to produce accurate and reliable financial information. A valid UK driving licence, as role includes travel to project sites / other offices within region. Benefits: Company Car or Car allowance Up to 10% bonus Private medical cover If you re a confident and driven finance professional with a background in project-based industries at a mid to senior level, we invite you to apply and join a successful and respected organisation. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available with this role. If interested, please apply or contact Mark Gardiner for further information
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
A superb opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller, to work for an award winning, global business. Based near in Solihull, you will play a key role in ensuring large and complex projects across the region and surrounding area, are carried out and completed within the financial requirements, adhering to robust financial controls. This role is critical to the financial management of a key regional area within the group, providing comprehensive financial oversight and partnering with operational management to drive sound decision-making and ensure. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all financial activities for the entity, offering valuable insights and support to management and operational teams. Lead the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Conduct regular forecasting and budget reviews, analysing variances and ensuring financial goals are met. Ensure the accuracy of the P&L statements and maintain strong financial controls. Support the implementation of group directives, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Maintain the integrity of accounting systems and financial data. Oversee all aspects of the Balance Sheet. Collaborate closely with senior management to provide financial advice and strategic insights. Required Experience and Skills: Background in Construction, Civil Engineering, Facilities Management or a similar project / contract-based industry. Experience with project or contract-based financial management. ACA/CIMA/ACCA fully qualified, or nearing qualification Proficient SAP desirable Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication skills. Proven ability to produce accurate and reliable financial information. A valid UK driving licence, as role includes travel to project sites / other offices within region. Benefits: Company Car or Car allowance Up to 10% bonus Private medical cover If you re a confident and driven finance professional with a background in project-based industries at a mid to senior level, we invite you to apply and join a successful and respected organisation. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available with this role. If interested, please apply or contact Mark Gardiner for further information
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the expanding National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC), part of the National Crime Agency's Data and Analysis Hub,and help place data at the centre of the fight against serious and organised crime (SOC). NDEC delivers advanced analytical and exploitation capabilities that generate operational insight, inform strategic decision making, and provide a critical edge against increasingly technology driven threats. As a Lead Software Developer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high quality software solutions that unlock the value of complex and rapidly growing datasets. We are looking for proactive, inquisitive problem solvers who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy variety, and work effectively as part of a collaborative, multi disciplinary team. Job description As the Lead Software Developer, you will provide technical leadership across NDEC and the wider NCA, driving the design, development and delivery of high quality software solutions that directly support mission critical operational and analytical needs. Working within a multi disciplinary technical team, you will contribute to the creation of next generation tools and platforms that enhance the Agency's ability to detect, disrupt and prevent SOC. This role places you at the cutting edge of law enforcement technology, helping to shape capabilities that address some of the most complex and high impact threats facing the UK. You will set engineering standards, define best practice and ensure the team consistently delivers secure, scalable and maintainable software. A key part of your role will be leading, coaching and mentoring a team of developers, supporting their technical growth, fostering a positive and collaborative culture, and ensuring their work aligns with NCA priorities. You will champion modern development approaches and agile delivery methods, promoting DevOps practices, automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment to ensure rapid and reliable delivery. Your responsibilities will include guiding technical decision making, selecting appropriate technologies and architectural approaches, and making informed judgments about when to build bespoke solutions or adopt existing tools. You will work closely with data scientists, analysts, product managers and operational teams to ensure that complex mission requirements are translated into robust, user centred technical solutions. In doing so, you will ensure that software developed within NDEC integrates effectively with operational workflows and delivers real world impact. You will also play a key role in strengthening the developer community across NDEC and the wider Agency, promoting knowledge sharing, encouraging experimentation and driving the adoption of good practice in security, testing, automation and documentation. Through strong technical leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will help build a high performing software engineering capability that delivers meaningful outcomes in a fast moving and demanding environment. Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership - Lead, manage and inspire a software development team to design, build and deliver high quality data services that address complex operational challenges. Provide clear direction, set standards and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Relationship Building - Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the NCA technical community. Promote shared learning, knowledge exchange and cross functional working to build collective capability and support the effective delivery of Agency priorities. User Engagement - Champion user centred design by defining effective approaches for understanding user needs and guiding others in eliciting and interpreting user stories. Distinguish clearly between genuine user needs and stakeholder wants, ensuring research is applied appropriately and recommending the most suitable tools and methods. Modern Development Standards - Apply and promote modern engineering standards and practices across complex projects and programmes, ensuring solutions are robust, secure, maintainable and aligned with organisational best practice. Programme and Build (Software Engineering) - Maintain technical oversight across all stages and iterations of the software development lifecycle. Provide expert advice to stakeholders, set team wide standards for programming tools and techniques, and ensure appropriate application of methods, frameworks and compliance requirements. Information Security - Design solutions with embedded security controls, ensuring they are purposefully engineered to mitigate relevant security threats and meet NCA and national security requirements. Systems Design - Develop systems that balance risk, impact and technical complexity, selecting suitable design patterns and standards. Review and assure the designs of others, ensuring appropriate technology choices, efficient resource use and effective integration across multiple systems. Systems Integration - Coordinate integration activities across systems, defining integration approaches and supporting teams in undertaking integration testing. Ensure components interact reliably and support the delivery of end to end operational capability. Person specification Software Engineering - Demonstrable industrial experience designing, developing and testing complex object oriented software applications. Strong proficiency in object oriented programming languages, with experience applying robust engineering principles in production environments. Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including discovery, design, build, testing, deployment and maintenance. Development Practices & Delivery - Hands on experience working within agile delivery environments, applying iterative development, continuous feedback and prioritisation techniques. Practical experience with modern DevOps practices, automation and CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable and secure deployment. Ability to translate user and business requirements into technical solutions, managing expectations and making informed, collaborative trade offs. Cloud, Infrastructure & Environments - Knowledge of designing, deploying and maintaining software across cloud and on premise environments. Understanding of how to build scalable, secure and resilient systems that integrate effectively within complex technical landscapes. Technical Design & Architecture - Experience contributing to technical design decisions, architectural patterns and standards. Ability to assess technology options, ensure alignment with best practice, and contribute to long term technical strategy. Technical Leadership - Experience operating in a technical leadership role, providing direction, coaching and assurance to software developers. Ability to build a positive engineering culture, promote knowledge sharing, and drive continuous improvement across a multi disciplinary team.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the expanding National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC), part of the National Crime Agency's Data and Analysis Hub,and help place data at the centre of the fight against serious and organised crime (SOC). NDEC delivers advanced analytical and exploitation capabilities that generate operational insight, inform strategic decision making, and provide a critical edge against increasingly technology driven threats. As a Lead Software Developer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high quality software solutions that unlock the value of complex and rapidly growing datasets. We are looking for proactive, inquisitive problem solvers who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy variety, and work effectively as part of a collaborative, multi disciplinary team. Job description As the Lead Software Developer, you will provide technical leadership across NDEC and the wider NCA, driving the design, development and delivery of high quality software solutions that directly support mission critical operational and analytical needs. Working within a multi disciplinary technical team, you will contribute to the creation of next generation tools and platforms that enhance the Agency's ability to detect, disrupt and prevent SOC. This role places you at the cutting edge of law enforcement technology, helping to shape capabilities that address some of the most complex and high impact threats facing the UK. You will set engineering standards, define best practice and ensure the team consistently delivers secure, scalable and maintainable software. A key part of your role will be leading, coaching and mentoring a team of developers, supporting their technical growth, fostering a positive and collaborative culture, and ensuring their work aligns with NCA priorities. You will champion modern development approaches and agile delivery methods, promoting DevOps practices, automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment to ensure rapid and reliable delivery. Your responsibilities will include guiding technical decision making, selecting appropriate technologies and architectural approaches, and making informed judgments about when to build bespoke solutions or adopt existing tools. You will work closely with data scientists, analysts, product managers and operational teams to ensure that complex mission requirements are translated into robust, user centred technical solutions. In doing so, you will ensure that software developed within NDEC integrates effectively with operational workflows and delivers real world impact. You will also play a key role in strengthening the developer community across NDEC and the wider Agency, promoting knowledge sharing, encouraging experimentation and driving the adoption of good practice in security, testing, automation and documentation. Through strong technical leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will help build a high performing software engineering capability that delivers meaningful outcomes in a fast moving and demanding environment. Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership - Lead, manage and inspire a software development team to design, build and deliver high quality data services that address complex operational challenges. Provide clear direction, set standards and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Relationship Building - Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the NCA technical community. Promote shared learning, knowledge exchange and cross functional working to build collective capability and support the effective delivery of Agency priorities. User Engagement - Champion user centred design by defining effective approaches for understanding user needs and guiding others in eliciting and interpreting user stories. Distinguish clearly between genuine user needs and stakeholder wants, ensuring research is applied appropriately and recommending the most suitable tools and methods. Modern Development Standards - Apply and promote modern engineering standards and practices across complex projects and programmes, ensuring solutions are robust, secure, maintainable and aligned with organisational best practice. Programme and Build (Software Engineering) - Maintain technical oversight across all stages and iterations of the software development lifecycle. Provide expert advice to stakeholders, set team wide standards for programming tools and techniques, and ensure appropriate application of methods, frameworks and compliance requirements. Information Security - Design solutions with embedded security controls, ensuring they are purposefully engineered to mitigate relevant security threats and meet NCA and national security requirements. Systems Design - Develop systems that balance risk, impact and technical complexity, selecting suitable design patterns and standards. Review and assure the designs of others, ensuring appropriate technology choices, efficient resource use and effective integration across multiple systems. Systems Integration - Coordinate integration activities across systems, defining integration approaches and supporting teams in undertaking integration testing. Ensure components interact reliably and support the delivery of end to end operational capability. Person specification Software Engineering - Demonstrable industrial experience designing, developing and testing complex object oriented software applications. Strong proficiency in object oriented programming languages, with experience applying robust engineering principles in production environments. Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including discovery, design, build, testing, deployment and maintenance. Development Practices & Delivery - Hands on experience working within agile delivery environments, applying iterative development, continuous feedback and prioritisation techniques. Practical experience with modern DevOps practices, automation and CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable and secure deployment. Ability to translate user and business requirements into technical solutions, managing expectations and making informed, collaborative trade offs. Cloud, Infrastructure & Environments - Knowledge of designing, deploying and maintaining software across cloud and on premise environments. Understanding of how to build scalable, secure and resilient systems that integrate effectively within complex technical landscapes. Technical Design & Architecture - Experience contributing to technical design decisions, architectural patterns and standards. Ability to assess technology options, ensure alignment with best practice, and contribute to long term technical strategy. Technical Leadership - Experience operating in a technical leadership role, providing direction, coaching and assurance to software developers. Ability to build a positive engineering culture, promote knowledge sharing, and drive continuous improvement across a multi disciplinary team.
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. 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 Financial Crime area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new features. You'll also work closely with the wider product team, including contributing to the broader product 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 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 Financial Crime 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 Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in Financial Crime with a regulated bank. Experience working within a Financial Crime Operation is also beneficial. You have a drive to create great user experiences and have a good understanding of market trends in the world of Financial Crime. 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 designing and implementing screening, counter fraud or anti money laundering systems. 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 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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. 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 Financial Crime area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new features. You'll also work closely with the wider product team, including contributing to the broader product 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 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 Financial Crime 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 Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in Financial Crime with a regulated bank. Experience working within a Financial Crime Operation is also beneficial. You have a drive to create great user experiences and have a good understanding of market trends in the world of Financial Crime. 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 designing and implementing screening, counter fraud or anti money laundering systems. 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 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.
