Solution Architect (Infrastructure) London - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite) £100,000 - £110,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Solution Architect (Infrastructure) to play a key role in shaping, modernising, and evolving their global technology estate. This is a high-impact position for someone who combines deep infrastructure and strong architectural expertise across AWS cloud, automation, and Infrastructure as Code. As part of a high-performing architecture function, you'll define and deliver high-level and low-level designs, drive infrastructure strategy, and ensure platforms remain secure, scalable, and aligned to enterprise standards. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, security, and other architecture disciplines to deliver robust, future-ready solutions. The organisation is pleased to offer the role on a hybrid basis with 2 days per week in their Canary Wharf office, therefore you must be within a reasonable commute of London. Responsibilities: High-level design and conceptual architecture creation for major infrastructure initiatives. Produce detailed low-level designs, blueprints, and best-practice documentation. Architect and deliver solutions across AWS cloud, data centre, hosting, and hybrid environments. Act as lead architect on strategic programmes, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and security standards. Contribute to infrastructure strategy, product roadmaps, and reference architectures. Provide technical leadership, guidance, and governance across engineering and operations teams. Identify opportunities for optimisation, automation, and continuous improvement. Stay current with emerging cloud capabilities, tooling, and architectural best practices. Skills & Experience: Proven experience architecting complex infrastructure and cloud solutions. Strong background in AWS platforms, cloud-native services, and hybrid cloud design. Broad knowledge across networks, security, compute, storage, and virtualisation. Hands-on experience with automation tooling such as Jenkins and Ansible. Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code, ideally with tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience working with Windows, Linux, and database technologies. Ability to assess, recommend, and integrate third-party tools and services. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Industry certifications (eg, TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect) highly desirable.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Solution Architect (Infrastructure) London - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite) £100,000 - £110,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Solution Architect (Infrastructure) to play a key role in shaping, modernising, and evolving their global technology estate. This is a high-impact position for someone who combines deep infrastructure and strong architectural expertise across AWS cloud, automation, and Infrastructure as Code. As part of a high-performing architecture function, you'll define and deliver high-level and low-level designs, drive infrastructure strategy, and ensure platforms remain secure, scalable, and aligned to enterprise standards. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, security, and other architecture disciplines to deliver robust, future-ready solutions. The organisation is pleased to offer the role on a hybrid basis with 2 days per week in their Canary Wharf office, therefore you must be within a reasonable commute of London. Responsibilities: High-level design and conceptual architecture creation for major infrastructure initiatives. Produce detailed low-level designs, blueprints, and best-practice documentation. Architect and deliver solutions across AWS cloud, data centre, hosting, and hybrid environments. Act as lead architect on strategic programmes, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and security standards. Contribute to infrastructure strategy, product roadmaps, and reference architectures. Provide technical leadership, guidance, and governance across engineering and operations teams. Identify opportunities for optimisation, automation, and continuous improvement. Stay current with emerging cloud capabilities, tooling, and architectural best practices. Skills & Experience: Proven experience architecting complex infrastructure and cloud solutions. Strong background in AWS platforms, cloud-native services, and hybrid cloud design. Broad knowledge across networks, security, compute, storage, and virtualisation. Hands-on experience with automation tooling such as Jenkins and Ansible. Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code, ideally with tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience working with Windows, Linux, and database technologies. Ability to assess, recommend, and integrate third-party tools and services. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Industry certifications (eg, TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect) highly desirable.
Senior UX Designer needed on a contract basis to join our rapidly expanding CX team, where you will work alongside Leads in UX, UI and Service Design, Optimisation and Consulting at our Central London office. The opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior UX Designer to join our rapidly expanding CX team, where you will work alongside Leads in UX, UI and Service Design, Optimisation and Consulting. Reporting into the Lead UX, this is a role requiring someone with excellent E-commerce/online experience, and who has a portfolio to prove it. As Senior UX Designer, you'll be a key part of the team and expected to take the initiative in ensuring the customers' needs and our clients' requirements are fully understood and met by the proposed solution. This is a practical role requiring someone with excellent technical ability who can lead and craft UX project deliverables across all phases of the design process, including running business requirements workshops, research and usability testing, and the creation of design artifacts such as journey maps, wireframes and prototypes. Please bear in mind that this is a contractual role. What you'll be doing: Designing and running product definition and UX requirements workshops Scoping and managing a variety of both qualitative and quantitative research Analysing research data to identify and generate meaningful insights and behavioural patterns Using design thinking techniques to identify opportunity areas for new experiences, propositions, products and services, then help bring together the thinking around feasible, and viable solutions Creating design artefacts - eg, personas, journey maps, storyboards, process flows, information architecture diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, etc Communicating, defending and building consensus around the desired product strategy and/or suggested design approach Working closely with stakeholders, fellow designers, program managers and developers, contributing to the improvement of the design quality and final user experience Collaborating with Account Leads, Head of UX, Head of CX and clients as a part of the creative process, understanding business drivers and provide UX leadership to clients and internal teams Presenting and communicating your ideas and design rationale both to working groups and C-Suite What we want from you: Significant proven experience, ideally at an agency Compelling portfolio that demonstrates high quality, best in class UX design Breadth of experience in E-commerce or complex journeys. Experience owning the full UX process, including running discovery phases (both internal and external and qualitative and quantitative research), and solving complex problems using design-thinking methods and techniques Solid information, interaction and experience design skills Ability to understand the array of technical constraints, user goals and business requirements that shape current and future developments Excellent client communication skills Strong portfolio is a must What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Senior UX Designer needed on a contract basis to join our rapidly expanding CX team, where you will work alongside Leads in UX, UI and Service Design, Optimisation and Consulting at our Central London office. The opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior UX Designer to join our rapidly expanding CX team, where you will work alongside Leads in UX, UI and Service Design, Optimisation and Consulting. Reporting into the Lead UX, this is a role requiring someone with excellent E-commerce/online experience, and who has a portfolio to prove it. As Senior UX Designer, you'll be a key part of the team and expected to take the initiative in ensuring the customers' needs and our clients' requirements are fully understood and met by the proposed solution. This is a practical role requiring someone with excellent technical ability who can lead and craft UX project deliverables across all phases of the design process, including running business requirements workshops, research and usability testing, and the creation of design artifacts such as journey maps, wireframes and prototypes. Please bear in mind that this is a contractual role. What you'll be doing: Designing and running product definition and UX requirements workshops Scoping and managing a variety of both qualitative and quantitative research Analysing research data to identify and generate meaningful insights and behavioural patterns Using design thinking techniques to identify opportunity areas for new experiences, propositions, products and services, then help bring together the thinking around feasible, and viable solutions Creating design artefacts - eg, personas, journey maps, storyboards, process flows, information architecture diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, etc Communicating, defending and building consensus around the desired product strategy and/or suggested design approach Working closely with stakeholders, fellow designers, program managers and developers, contributing to the improvement of the design quality and final user experience Collaborating with Account Leads, Head of UX, Head of CX and clients as a part of the creative process, understanding business drivers and provide UX leadership to clients and internal teams Presenting and communicating your ideas and design rationale both to working groups and C-Suite What we want from you: Significant proven experience, ideally at an agency Compelling portfolio that demonstrates high quality, best in class UX design Breadth of experience in E-commerce or complex journeys. Experience owning the full UX process, including running discovery phases (both internal and external and qualitative and quantitative research), and solving complex problems using design-thinking methods and techniques Solid information, interaction and experience design skills Ability to understand the array of technical constraints, user goals and business requirements that shape current and future developments Excellent client communication skills Strong portfolio is a must What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
AI Architect I'm currently working with a leading consulting client as they are seeking an AI Architect for a project related collaboration. Initial contract length: 12 months Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days per week) Rate: 550-600 About the Role Hands-on senior IC role designing, building, and productionising enterprise-grade multi-agent AI systems at scale Operates across the full agentic stack - orchestration, model management, RAG, observability, and evaluation Key Responsibilities Architect production-grade multi-agent workflows using frameworks such as LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen etc. Design and implement agent orchestration patterns - intent detection, dynamic agent routing, conversation state management, and hierarchical multi-agent topologies Build and govern MCP (Model Context Protocol) Servers exposing enterprise tools, internal systems, APIs, and data sources as structured, auditable agent tool surfaces. Knowledge of A2A is an advantage. Develop against and configure AI Gateway platforms (LiteLLM, AWS Bedrock, Azure API Management, Apigee AI Extensions) for multi-model routing, cost controls, quota enforcement, and model fallback Integrate Responsible AI guardrails - PII masking, content moderation, toxicity filtering, and policy enforcement - across the model invocation layer Own RAG pipeline design and optimisation - chunking strategy, embedding model selection, hybrid retrieval, reranking, hallucination mitigation etc. Build and maintain LLM evaluation frameworks - golden test sets, regression suites, LLM-as-a-judge, online A/B and shadow evals, red-teaming for prompt injection, jailbreaks, and adversarial inputs Own and build LLM observability using platforms such as Langfuse, etc. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for agent systems - containerised deployments, automated behavioural testing, feature flag management, and progressive rollout patterns Apply security-first engineering aligned with Agent Development Lifecycle (ADLC) principles - agent identity, least-privilege tool access, sandboxed execution, and full audit traceability etc.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
AI Architect I'm currently working with a leading consulting client as they are seeking an AI Architect for a project related collaboration. Initial contract length: 12 months Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days per week) Rate: 550-600 About the Role Hands-on senior IC role designing, building, and productionising enterprise-grade multi-agent AI systems at scale Operates across the full agentic stack - orchestration, model management, RAG, observability, and evaluation Key Responsibilities Architect production-grade multi-agent workflows using frameworks such as LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen etc. Design and implement agent orchestration patterns - intent detection, dynamic agent routing, conversation state management, and hierarchical multi-agent topologies Build and govern MCP (Model Context Protocol) Servers exposing enterprise tools, internal systems, APIs, and data sources as structured, auditable agent tool surfaces. Knowledge of A2A is an advantage. Develop against and configure AI Gateway platforms (LiteLLM, AWS Bedrock, Azure API Management, Apigee AI Extensions) for multi-model routing, cost controls, quota enforcement, and model fallback Integrate Responsible AI guardrails - PII masking, content moderation, toxicity filtering, and policy enforcement - across the model invocation layer Own RAG pipeline design and optimisation - chunking strategy, embedding model selection, hybrid retrieval, reranking, hallucination mitigation etc. Build and maintain LLM evaluation frameworks - golden test sets, regression suites, LLM-as-a-judge, online A/B and shadow evals, red-teaming for prompt injection, jailbreaks, and adversarial inputs Own and build LLM observability using platforms such as Langfuse, etc. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for agent systems - containerised deployments, automated behavioural testing, feature flag management, and progressive rollout patterns Apply security-first engineering aligned with Agent Development Lifecycle (ADLC) principles - agent identity, least-privilege tool access, sandboxed execution, and full audit traceability etc.
Lead Enterprise Architect - AI Location: London Contract type: Contract Rate / Salary: 800 - 1100 Clearance: Eligible AI: Complex data. Clear thinking. It's knowing what matters. That makes a real difference. The Opportunity We are seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect with a strong AI focus to support a critical phase of our client's technology and AI evolution. This is a senior practitioner role, operating at enterprise level, where architectural judgement, influence and delivery credibility matter more than formal authority. You will work across strategy, architecture and delivery, helping shape how AI is adopted coherently across the organisation. The role is not about prescribing idealised target states; it is about working constructively with organisational reality and bringing clarity, direction and momentum where complexity and ambiguity exist. This environment is far from ordinary - and we're not looking for ordinary. Working Environment The organisation is operating in a fast-evolving AI landscape, with multiple teams at different stages of maturity. Governance and structure are present but not rigid, and success depends on an ability to balance assurance, delivery pace and pragmatism. You will engage with senior technical, delivery, commercial and business stakeholders, often operating in contested or ambiguous situations. The emphasis is on trust, judgement and clear reasoning rather than process for its own sake. What You'll Be Doing - Operate as Lead Enterprise Architect for AI-enabled initiatives across the organisation - Establish and evolve an AI architecture capability aligned to the central AI hub - Define and maintain coherent architectures across strategy, delivery, operations and assurance - Translate architectural intent and technical roadmaps into usable, supportable products and services - Provide architectural leadership and challenge to teams adopting AI - Shape approaches to agentic and AI-enabled systems, balancing opportunity with compliance and risk - Lead architectural decision-making in ambiguous or complex situations, clearly articulating trade-offs - Provide architectural input to cloud adoption and integration, particularly across AWS-based platforms - Build alignment and shared understanding across diverse stakeholder groups Your Experience To be successful in this role, you will bring: - Significant experience operating as a Senior or Lead Enterprise Architect - Proven ability to work across the full enterprise context, balancing technical, organisational and commercial considerations - Experience shaping architecture where requirements are incomplete or evolving - Strong understanding of AI-enabled architectures and adoption patterns - Solid cloud architecture experience, including integrating cloud services into enterprise platforms - Experience operating in regulated, high-assurance or compliance-heavy environments - Credibility communicating architectural decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences - The ability to influence outcomes through judgement, relationships and trust rather than instruction In Return You will operate at the point where AI ambition meets organisational reality, helping shape how complex systems evolve over time. This is an opportunity to apply deep architectural judgement, influence significant decisions, and help ensure AI adoption is sustainable, coherent and valuable at enterprise scale. As an organisation and as a team, Guidant Global are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace, where every employee and contractor feels valued and empowered throughout their time with us. We actively seek to recruit talent from all backgrounds, and to draw on a rich blend of experiences, perspectives and creativity. We believe that when people are respected and included, they are motivated to bring their best and whole selves to work, leading to innovative solutions and exceptional outcomes for all parties. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Lead Enterprise Architect - AI Location: London Contract type: Contract Rate / Salary: 800 - 1100 Clearance: Eligible AI: Complex data. Clear thinking. It's knowing what matters. That makes a real difference. The Opportunity We are seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect with a strong AI focus to support a critical phase of our client's technology and AI evolution. This is a senior practitioner role, operating at enterprise level, where architectural judgement, influence and delivery credibility matter more than formal authority. You will work across strategy, architecture and delivery, helping shape how AI is adopted coherently across the organisation. The role is not about prescribing idealised target states; it is about working constructively with organisational reality and bringing clarity, direction and momentum where complexity and ambiguity exist. This environment is far from ordinary - and we're not looking for ordinary. Working Environment The organisation is operating in a fast-evolving AI landscape, with multiple teams at different stages of maturity. Governance and structure are present but not rigid, and success depends on an ability to balance assurance, delivery pace and pragmatism. You will engage with senior technical, delivery, commercial and business stakeholders, often operating in contested or ambiguous situations. The emphasis is on trust, judgement and clear reasoning rather than process for its own sake. What You'll Be Doing - Operate as Lead Enterprise Architect for AI-enabled initiatives across the organisation - Establish and evolve an AI architecture capability aligned to the central AI hub - Define and maintain coherent architectures across strategy, delivery, operations and assurance - Translate architectural intent and technical roadmaps into usable, supportable products and services - Provide architectural leadership and challenge to teams adopting AI - Shape approaches to agentic and AI-enabled systems, balancing opportunity with compliance and risk - Lead architectural decision-making in ambiguous or complex situations, clearly articulating trade-offs - Provide architectural input to cloud adoption and integration, particularly across AWS-based platforms - Build alignment and shared understanding across diverse stakeholder groups Your Experience To be successful in this role, you will bring: - Significant experience operating as a Senior or Lead Enterprise Architect - Proven ability to work across the full enterprise context, balancing technical, organisational and commercial considerations - Experience shaping architecture where requirements are incomplete or evolving - Strong understanding of AI-enabled architectures and adoption patterns - Solid cloud architecture experience, including integrating cloud services into enterprise platforms - Experience operating in regulated, high-assurance or compliance-heavy environments - Credibility communicating architectural decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences - The ability to influence outcomes through judgement, relationships and trust rather than instruction In Return You will operate at the point where AI ambition meets organisational reality, helping shape how complex systems evolve over time. This is an opportunity to apply deep architectural judgement, influence significant decisions, and help ensure AI adoption is sustainable, coherent and valuable at enterprise scale. As an organisation and as a team, Guidant Global are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace, where every employee and contractor feels valued and empowered throughout their time with us. We actively seek to recruit talent from all backgrounds, and to draw on a rich blend of experiences, perspectives and creativity. We believe that when people are respected and included, they are motivated to bring their best and whole selves to work, leading to innovative solutions and exceptional outcomes for all parties. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
About Us We are a pioneering education charity, and one of the leading multi-academy trusts in the country. We have a track record of taking on some of the most challenging schools in London, turning them into places where every young person can access a high-quality education and have opportunities to succeed. Educating 1 in 41 young people in London, we now have 55 primary and secondary academies transforming the life chances and opportunities of pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. The Harris Federation has a track record of accomplishment in achieving success through rapid school improvement and has built an unrivalled reputation for running outstanding academies in London. Our central team comprises a dedicated, driven group of departments working centrally to provide support across the Federation and all of our academies. Summary We are seeking a visionary Director of Digital, Data and Technology to shape the future of education at the Harris Federation. Taking the lead on a bold, organisation-wide digital vision, you will drive transformation across more than 50 academies, using technology, data and AI to unlock better outcomes for thousands of young people. This is a high-impact leadership role in which you will influence at the very top: advising senior leaders, delivering large-scale digital transformation, and building a modern, secure and data-driven organisation. If you are a strategic, forward-thinking digital leader with a passion for innovation and making a real difference, this is your opportunity to create lasting impact at scale. Main Areas of Responsibility The Director of Digital, Data and Technology will lead the strategic direction of digital, data and technology across the Federation, driving innovation, transformation and high-quality service delivery to support education and operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include: Define and deliver the organisation-wide digital and data strategy Lead digital transformation to improve education and operations Oversee IT, cloud platforms, systems and cyber security Build and lead a high-performing technology team Enable data-driven decision making and analytics capability Enhance service delivery and user experience Lead major programmes, budgets and supplier partnerships For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline Senior leadership experience as a CDIO, CIO, CTO or equivalent, leading large-scale digital, data and technology functions Proven success in delivering enterprise-wide digital transformation in a complex organisation Experience developing and executing digital, data and technology strategies Strong understanding of cloud technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure) and enterprise architecture Expertise in cyber security, risk management and information governance Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into delivery Strong leadership and people development capability Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills High level of commercial awareness and financial management For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for staff who work across the full year, and many other benefits. We offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with 2 days from home and 3 days either with the team at our office in East Croydon or visiting one of our academies. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
About Us We are a pioneering education charity, and one of the leading multi-academy trusts in the country. We have a track record of taking on some of the most challenging schools in London, turning them into places where every young person can access a high-quality education and have opportunities to succeed. Educating 1 in 41 young people in London, we now have 55 primary and secondary academies transforming the life chances and opportunities of pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. The Harris Federation has a track record of accomplishment in achieving success through rapid school improvement and has built an unrivalled reputation for running outstanding academies in London. Our central team comprises a dedicated, driven group of departments working centrally to provide support across the Federation and all of our academies. Summary We are seeking a visionary Director of Digital, Data and Technology to shape the future of education at the Harris Federation. Taking the lead on a bold, organisation-wide digital vision, you will drive transformation across more than 50 academies, using technology, data and AI to unlock better outcomes for thousands of young people. This is a high-impact leadership role in which you will influence at the very top: advising senior leaders, delivering large-scale digital transformation, and building a modern, secure and data-driven organisation. If you are a strategic, forward-thinking digital leader with a passion for innovation and making a real difference, this is your opportunity to create lasting impact at scale. Main Areas of Responsibility The Director of Digital, Data and Technology will lead the strategic direction of digital, data and technology across the Federation, driving innovation, transformation and high-quality service delivery to support education and operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include: Define and deliver the organisation-wide digital and data strategy Lead digital transformation to improve education and operations Oversee IT, cloud platforms, systems and cyber security Build and lead a high-performing technology team Enable data-driven decision making and analytics capability Enhance service delivery and user experience Lead major programmes, budgets and supplier partnerships For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline Senior leadership experience as a CDIO, CIO, CTO or equivalent, leading large-scale digital, data and technology functions Proven success in delivering enterprise-wide digital transformation in a complex organisation Experience developing and executing digital, data and technology strategies Strong understanding of cloud technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure) and enterprise architecture Expertise in cyber security, risk management and information governance Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into delivery Strong leadership and people development capability Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills High level of commercial awareness and financial management For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for staff who work across the full year, and many other benefits. We offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with 2 days from home and 3 days either with the team at our office in East Croydon or visiting one of our academies. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Lead AI & Data Scientist London/ Hybrid up to 140k + Benefits Most data leadership roles sit at one end of the spectrum. Either highly technical, buried in models and architecture, or heavily stakeholder-focused with little involvement in the actual delivery. This role sits in the middle (or both). They need your skills in a client and stakeholder facing, upwards and downwards management and technical understanding. You'll lead a growing Data science function responsible for delivering real-world AI, machine learning and data science solutions across a complex professional services environment. The challenge is not simply building models. It's understanding business problems, translating them into practical solutions, and helping senior stakeholders understand exactly how technology can create value. The team is already delivering across machine learning, GenAI, document intelligence, search, retrieval, automation and knowledge management. The next phase involves expanding AI capability, shaping a longer-term roadmap around emerging technologies such as Agentic AI, and driving adoption across the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Leading a team of Data Scientists and AI specialists Defining Data & AI strategy and technical direction Designing and delivering Machine Learning, NLP, GenAI and RAG-based solutions Working directly with senior business stakeholders and clients Translating complex technical concepts into clear business language Driving delivery of AI products from concept through to production Establishing governance, evaluation frameworks and responsible AI controls Coaching and mentoring technical teams while remaining hands-on when required To be successful, you'll need a strong background in Data Science, Machine Learning and modern AI technologies, combined with the communication skills to operate confidently from technical workshops through to executive-level discussions. If you can articulate complex AI concepts in 30 seconds, influence stakeholders at every level, and lead a team focused on solving difficult business problems with data - please apply. An opportunity to help shape the future direction of AI within a business that is investing heavily in the technology, in a disruptive industry and determined to stay ahead of the curve.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Lead AI & Data Scientist London/ Hybrid up to 140k + Benefits Most data leadership roles sit at one end of the spectrum. Either highly technical, buried in models and architecture, or heavily stakeholder-focused with little involvement in the actual delivery. This role sits in the middle (or both). They need your skills in a client and stakeholder facing, upwards and downwards management and technical understanding. You'll lead a growing Data science function responsible for delivering real-world AI, machine learning and data science solutions across a complex professional services environment. The challenge is not simply building models. It's understanding business problems, translating them into practical solutions, and helping senior stakeholders understand exactly how technology can create value. The team is already delivering across machine learning, GenAI, document intelligence, search, retrieval, automation and knowledge management. The next phase involves expanding AI capability, shaping a longer-term roadmap around emerging technologies such as Agentic AI, and driving adoption across the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Leading a team of Data Scientists and AI specialists Defining Data & AI strategy and technical direction Designing and delivering Machine Learning, NLP, GenAI and RAG-based solutions Working directly with senior business stakeholders and clients Translating complex technical concepts into clear business language Driving delivery of AI products from concept through to production Establishing governance, evaluation frameworks and responsible AI controls Coaching and mentoring technical teams while remaining hands-on when required To be successful, you'll need a strong background in Data Science, Machine Learning and modern AI technologies, combined with the communication skills to operate confidently from technical workshops through to executive-level discussions. If you can articulate complex AI concepts in 30 seconds, influence stakeholders at every level, and lead a team focused on solving difficult business problems with data - please apply. An opportunity to help shape the future direction of AI within a business that is investing heavily in the technology, in a disruptive industry and determined to stay ahead of the curve.
Head of Dynatrace Boutique AIOps & Observability Consultancy London (Hybrid) Exclusively represented by Morela AI Frontier Deployment Talent Are you a Dynatrace expert ready to lead, build, and own a practice? Morela is proud to be supporting one of the UK's most exciting boutique technology consultancies in a key senior hire. Our client operates exclusively in the Service Operations, AIOps, and Observability space, working with enterprise organisations across Europe to transform how they run and scale their IT operations. They are growing fast, their methodology is proven, and they are now looking for an exceptional Dynatrace specialist to lead their Dynatrace practice. This is not a purely technical role and it is not purely a leadership role. It is both. You will be hands-on with clients, designing and deploying world-class Dynatrace solutions, while simultaneously leading and growing a team of consultants beneath you and shaping the future direction of the practice. What You Will Be Doing Leading the Dynatrace practice end to end - owning the technical direction, delivery standards, and growth of the function Designing, building, and deploying Dynatrace solutions for enterprise clients - leveraging the Davis AI engine for full-stack observability, AIOps, and autonomous operations Acting as the senior technical authority on all Dynatrace engagements - from initial discovery and architecture through to production deployment and client enablement Working directly with enterprise clients at a senior level - running workshops, presenting solutions, and building lasting trusted advisor relationships Mentoring and developing a growing team of consultants, raising the technical bar across the practice Collaborating with the wider leadership team to define the Dynatrace go-to-market strategy and identify new opportunities Contributing to thought leadership, best practices, and the continued evolution of the company's proprietary Service Operations Framework Working closely with technology partners including BigPanda, Halo ITSM, and Datadog to deliver integrated observability solutions for clients What They Are Looking For Deep hands-on expertise in Dynatrace - deployment, configuration, Davis AI, full-stack observability, cloud-native environments, and AIOps integration Proven track record of delivering Dynatrace solutions in enterprise client environments - you have done this at scale and can demonstrate measurable impact Strong client-facing presence - comfortable operating at senior stakeholder level, running workshops, and presenting complex technical solutions in plain language Leadership experience - you have managed or mentored technical consultants and understand what it takes to build a high-performing team Broad understanding of the Service Operations and AIOps landscape - familiarity with complementary platforms such as BigPanda, Datadog, ServiceNow, or Halo ITSM is a strong advantage A genuine passion for the move towards intelligent, autonomous IT operations - this is a company at the frontier of that space and they need someone who shares that vision Consultancy or professional services background preferred - you understand how to deliver in a client-facing environment and manage multiple engagements simultaneously Based within commutable distance of London UK resident with full right to work - sponsorship is not available for this role The Package Up to £130,000 base salary Hybrid - London based with client willingness to travel Senior leadership role with genuine ownership of a growing practice Enterprise client work across Europe Join a boutique consultancy with a proven methodology, strong technology partnerships, and serious growth ambitions Real opportunity to shape and scale the Dynatrace function from the ground up Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely specialist boutique at an exciting stage of growth. You will not be a number in a large firm. You will be the person who defines how this practice is built, how clients are served, and how the team develops. For the right person - someone who wants ownership, impact, and the chance to leave a real mark - this is exactly the kind of role that does not come around often. To apply or find out more please contact Morela directly. (url removed) (url removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Head of Dynatrace Boutique AIOps & Observability Consultancy London (Hybrid) Exclusively represented by Morela AI Frontier Deployment Talent Are you a Dynatrace expert ready to lead, build, and own a practice? Morela is proud to be supporting one of the UK's most exciting boutique technology consultancies in a key senior hire. Our client operates exclusively in the Service Operations, AIOps, and Observability space, working with enterprise organisations across Europe to transform how they run and scale their IT operations. They are growing fast, their methodology is proven, and they are now looking for an exceptional Dynatrace specialist to lead their Dynatrace practice. This is not a purely technical role and it is not purely a leadership role. It is both. You will be hands-on with clients, designing and deploying world-class Dynatrace solutions, while simultaneously leading and growing a team of consultants beneath you and shaping the future direction of the practice. What You Will Be Doing Leading the Dynatrace practice end to end - owning the technical direction, delivery standards, and growth of the function Designing, building, and deploying Dynatrace solutions for enterprise clients - leveraging the Davis AI engine for full-stack observability, AIOps, and autonomous operations Acting as the senior technical authority on all Dynatrace engagements - from initial discovery and architecture through to production deployment and client enablement Working directly with enterprise clients at a senior level - running workshops, presenting solutions, and building lasting trusted advisor relationships Mentoring and developing a growing team of consultants, raising the technical bar across the practice Collaborating with the wider leadership team to define the Dynatrace go-to-market strategy and identify new opportunities Contributing to thought leadership, best practices, and the continued evolution of the company's proprietary Service Operations Framework Working closely with technology partners including BigPanda, Halo ITSM, and Datadog to deliver integrated observability solutions for clients What They Are Looking For Deep hands-on expertise in Dynatrace - deployment, configuration, Davis AI, full-stack observability, cloud-native environments, and AIOps integration Proven track record of delivering Dynatrace solutions in enterprise client environments - you have done this at scale and can demonstrate measurable impact Strong client-facing presence - comfortable operating at senior stakeholder level, running workshops, and presenting complex technical solutions in plain language Leadership experience - you have managed or mentored technical consultants and understand what it takes to build a high-performing team Broad understanding of the Service Operations and AIOps landscape - familiarity with complementary platforms such as BigPanda, Datadog, ServiceNow, or Halo ITSM is a strong advantage A genuine passion for the move towards intelligent, autonomous IT operations - this is a company at the frontier of that space and they need someone who shares that vision Consultancy or professional services background preferred - you understand how to deliver in a client-facing environment and manage multiple engagements simultaneously Based within commutable distance of London UK resident with full right to work - sponsorship is not available for this role The Package Up to £130,000 base salary Hybrid - London based with client willingness to travel Senior leadership role with genuine ownership of a growing practice Enterprise client work across Europe Join a boutique consultancy with a proven methodology, strong technology partnerships, and serious growth ambitions Real opportunity to shape and scale the Dynatrace function from the ground up Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely specialist boutique at an exciting stage of growth. You will not be a number in a large firm. You will be the person who defines how this practice is built, how clients are served, and how the team develops. For the right person - someone who wants ownership, impact, and the chance to leave a real mark - this is exactly the kind of role that does not come around often. To apply or find out more please contact Morela directly. (url removed) (url removed)
Title - Head of Engineering Location - London (in office) Department - Engineering Reports to - CTO Overview: We're looking for an experienced Head of Engineering to lead our development teams and drive the technical vision of our products. You'll oversee architecture, delivery, and team performance across multiple projects built primarily on .NET, MS SQL, and React. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can balance strategy, quality, and execution while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Key Responsibilities: Leadership Define and execute the engineering strategy in alignment with company goals. Lead, mentor, and grow a team of 15 software engineers across multiple projects. Collaborate with product and design teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Maintain strong communication between teams and stakeholders. Technical Direction Oversee architectural decisions and ensure best practices in system design and scalability. Provide technical guidance in .NET backend, React frontend, and MS SQL database design. Ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability through reviews and standardization. Evaluate and implement tools, frameworks, and processes that improve engineering efficiency. Ensure compliance with required certification frameworks. Product Delivery Own the technical delivery roadmap and ensure predictable, high-quality releases. Collaborate with QA and DevOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines and release management. Track and manage engineering metrics related to velocity, quality, and reliability. People & Culture Coach team leads and senior engineers to grow in their roles. Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability. Promote cross-team knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices. Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews. Qualifications: Required 10+ years of professional software development experience. 3+ years in a leadership or management role overseeing engineering teams. Strong expertise in ASP.NET Core, MS SQL, and React (or similar JS frameworks). Proven experience designing scalable, maintainable architectures. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Experience managing cross-functional teams (Frontend, Backend, QA). Familiarity with Agile development and continuous delivery environments. Understanding of system design, distributed systems, and API architecture.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Title - Head of Engineering Location - London (in office) Department - Engineering Reports to - CTO Overview: We're looking for an experienced Head of Engineering to lead our development teams and drive the technical vision of our products. You'll oversee architecture, delivery, and team performance across multiple projects built primarily on .NET, MS SQL, and React. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can balance strategy, quality, and execution while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Key Responsibilities: Leadership Define and execute the engineering strategy in alignment with company goals. Lead, mentor, and grow a team of 15 software engineers across multiple projects. Collaborate with product and design teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Maintain strong communication between teams and stakeholders. Technical Direction Oversee architectural decisions and ensure best practices in system design and scalability. Provide technical guidance in .NET backend, React frontend, and MS SQL database design. Ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability through reviews and standardization. Evaluate and implement tools, frameworks, and processes that improve engineering efficiency. Ensure compliance with required certification frameworks. Product Delivery Own the technical delivery roadmap and ensure predictable, high-quality releases. Collaborate with QA and DevOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines and release management. Track and manage engineering metrics related to velocity, quality, and reliability. People & Culture Coach team leads and senior engineers to grow in their roles. Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability. Promote cross-team knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices. Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews. Qualifications: Required 10+ years of professional software development experience. 3+ years in a leadership or management role overseeing engineering teams. Strong expertise in ASP.NET Core, MS SQL, and React (or similar JS frameworks). Proven experience designing scalable, maintainable architectures. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Experience managing cross-functional teams (Frontend, Backend, QA). Familiarity with Agile development and continuous delivery environments. Understanding of system design, distributed systems, and API architecture.
DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to help shape how data is managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across data architecture, governance, standards, quality and maturity to help improve services and support better decision-making. Hybrid working with 60% office-based in your designated office in either Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Oldham, Newcastle, Swansea or Yeading. Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £% employer pension contribution per annum and excellent Civil Service benefits. OPEN SESSION Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVSA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' and an opportunity to ask questions on Tuesday 2 June at 12:30PM. Please follow applicaiton link to reserve your virtual seat. Highly recommend attending! About role DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to join their growing Data Management team, helping to improve how data is captured, managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across areas such as data governance, data quality, data maturity, metadata management, data standards and data modelling. You will act as a point of contact for a key service area, building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business and helping teams understand the value of good data management. The role will involve working with data owners, data stewards, technical teams and wider digital colleagues to improve data processes, support better decision-making and ensure data is treated as a strategic asset. This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys combining data expertise with stakeholder engagement. DVSA have made strong progress in building their internal data capability and there is still scope to influence how data architecture is embedded across the organisation and help shape future ways of working. Responsibilities Define DVSA's data architecture framework, including models, standards, patterns and principles. Develop and maintain a data catalogue, documenting data usage, requirements and flows across the agency. Support the DVSA data strategy and roadmap, including data governance and data management artefacts. Develop data measurement initiatives to assess data condition, identify issues and support remediation. Work closely with EA leadership, Security Architects, Dynamics Architects, Business Architects and wider colleagues to shape data architecture and embed strong governance. Essential skills Experience and expertise in data architecture concepts ( i.e data modelling, model management, metadata management, data governance, data standards or data requirements) Experience translating business and service needs into clear data requirements, data flows, processes and practical architecture outputs. Experience improving how data is managed, governed, accessed or used, including developing and embedding data systems, processes or standards. Experience contributing to data strategy, roadmaps or associated policies, with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across a complex organisation. Benefits In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £24,915) Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave. 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Location 60% Office based from a choice of 7 locations: Birmingham, Swansea, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Oldham or Yeading (West London) Why join DVSA? DVSA's work has a direct impact on road safety across Great Britain, helping to make sure drivers, vehicles and operators meet the standards needed to keep people safe. As a Senior Data Architect, you will help improve how data is managed, governed and used across the agency, supporting better decisions and more effective services for the public. You will work across important areas such as data governance, quality, maturity, standards, modelling and the responsible use of data and AI. You're joining a growing data team at an exciting stage, with the opportunity to influence how data is treated as a strategic asset across a complex, public-facing organisation. Apply now or contact Inspire People in complete confidence.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to help shape how data is managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across data architecture, governance, standards, quality and maturity to help improve services and support better decision-making. Hybrid working with 60% office-based in your designated office in either Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Oldham, Newcastle, Swansea or Yeading. Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £% employer pension contribution per annum and excellent Civil Service benefits. OPEN SESSION Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVSA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' and an opportunity to ask questions on Tuesday 2 June at 12:30PM. Please follow applicaiton link to reserve your virtual seat. Highly recommend attending! About role DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to join their growing Data Management team, helping to improve how data is captured, managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across areas such as data governance, data quality, data maturity, metadata management, data standards and data modelling. You will act as a point of contact for a key service area, building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business and helping teams understand the value of good data management. The role will involve working with data owners, data stewards, technical teams and wider digital colleagues to improve data processes, support better decision-making and ensure data is treated as a strategic asset. This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys combining data expertise with stakeholder engagement. DVSA have made strong progress in building their internal data capability and there is still scope to influence how data architecture is embedded across the organisation and help shape future ways of working. Responsibilities Define DVSA's data architecture framework, including models, standards, patterns and principles. Develop and maintain a data catalogue, documenting data usage, requirements and flows across the agency. Support the DVSA data strategy and roadmap, including data governance and data management artefacts. Develop data measurement initiatives to assess data condition, identify issues and support remediation. Work closely with EA leadership, Security Architects, Dynamics Architects, Business Architects and wider colleagues to shape data architecture and embed strong governance. Essential skills Experience and expertise in data architecture concepts ( i.e data modelling, model management, metadata management, data governance, data standards or data requirements) Experience translating business and service needs into clear data requirements, data flows, processes and practical architecture outputs. Experience improving how data is managed, governed, accessed or used, including developing and embedding data systems, processes or standards. Experience contributing to data strategy, roadmaps or associated policies, with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across a complex organisation. Benefits In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £24,915) Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave. 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Location 60% Office based from a choice of 7 locations: Birmingham, Swansea, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Oldham or Yeading (West London) Why join DVSA? DVSA's work has a direct impact on road safety across Great Britain, helping to make sure drivers, vehicles and operators meet the standards needed to keep people safe. As a Senior Data Architect, you will help improve how data is managed, governed and used across the agency, supporting better decisions and more effective services for the public. You will work across important areas such as data governance, quality, maturity, standards, modelling and the responsible use of data and AI. You're joining a growing data team at an exciting stage, with the opportunity to influence how data is treated as a strategic asset across a complex, public-facing organisation. Apply now or contact Inspire People in complete confidence.
WCS Software Architect Overview We are seeking a hands-on Software Architect to play a key role in shaping and evolving a mission-critical Warehouse Control System (WCS) used in highly automated logistics environments. This platform sits at the heart of real-time operations, orchestrating material flow across conveyor systems, integrating with PLC controls, robotics (AMR/AGV), and upstream enterprise platforms such as WMS and ERP. This is a highly technical position where you will set architectural direction, make critical design decisions, and remain close to the code and engineering challenges . You will work alongside an existing architecture function to scale capability as the platform transitions to a modern .NET / Blazor-based ecosystem from its current Python/Django foundation. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Technical Leadership Define and evolve the architecture across application, data, messaging, and deployment layers Lead the design of complex features and subsystems, producing clear design artefacts and architecture documentation (including ADRs) Make key technical decisions across persistence, messaging, caching, and integration patterns Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements including performance, scalability, availability, and security Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, including concurrency, bottlenecks, and integration failures Systems Integration Own and define integration patterns between the WCS platform and external systems including PLCs, WMS, ERP, and robotics platforms Design robust, scalable messaging and API-based interfaces Ensure resilience through clear contract definitions, error handling, and recovery strategies Support emulation and pre-deployment validation approaches to reduce risk Client-Facing & Delivery Support Act as a technical authority in client workshops, design reviews, FAT/SAT, and commissioning phases Provide support during go-live activities, including system tuning, troubleshooting, and stabilisation Collaborate with delivery and project teams to ensure integration success Maintain a calm, solution-focused approach in high-pressure live environments Technology Strategy & Governance Contribute to architectural standards, coding guidelines, and design governance Evaluate new tools and technologies, making evidence-based recommendations Ensure alignment between business requirements, architecture decisions, and delivered solutions Drive best practices across performance, observability, and system resilience Collaboration & Mentoring Work closely with product, development, test, and controls engineering teams Provide visibility of architectural direction, risks, and readiness to stakeholders Mentor and support engineers, raising overall technical capability within the team Promote a culture of high-quality engineering and continuous improvement Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Software Architect or a senior/lead engineer stepping into architecture Strong expertise in C# / .NET and modern application development practices Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, and high-performance applications Solid background in system integration (APIs, messaging, event-driven architecture) Exposure to industrial systems, warehouse automation, WCS/WMS, or similar environments Experience working with PLCs, robotics, or real-time control systems (desirable) Knowledge of CI/CD, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), and Linux-based environments Strong problem-solving ability, with experience in performance tuning and scalability challenges Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Working Environment Fully remote role with flexibility in working patterns Involvement in occasional onsite activities during key project phases such as system go-lives and commissioning Collaborative, engineering-led environment focused on delivering high-quality, real-world solutions Opportunity to work on a platform undergoing significant modernisation and growth What We're Looking For A hands-on technical leader who takes ownership of architectural outcomes Someone pragmatic, detail-oriented, and confident in making decisions A strong collaborator who can work across disciplines and teams An individual who can balance long-term architectural vision with delivery priorities A professional who thrives in complex, real-time, integration-heavy environments To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
WCS Software Architect Overview We are seeking a hands-on Software Architect to play a key role in shaping and evolving a mission-critical Warehouse Control System (WCS) used in highly automated logistics environments. This platform sits at the heart of real-time operations, orchestrating material flow across conveyor systems, integrating with PLC controls, robotics (AMR/AGV), and upstream enterprise platforms such as WMS and ERP. This is a highly technical position where you will set architectural direction, make critical design decisions, and remain close to the code and engineering challenges . You will work alongside an existing architecture function to scale capability as the platform transitions to a modern .NET / Blazor-based ecosystem from its current Python/Django foundation. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Technical Leadership Define and evolve the architecture across application, data, messaging, and deployment layers Lead the design of complex features and subsystems, producing clear design artefacts and architecture documentation (including ADRs) Make key technical decisions across persistence, messaging, caching, and integration patterns Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements including performance, scalability, availability, and security Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, including concurrency, bottlenecks, and integration failures Systems Integration Own and define integration patterns between the WCS platform and external systems including PLCs, WMS, ERP, and robotics platforms Design robust, scalable messaging and API-based interfaces Ensure resilience through clear contract definitions, error handling, and recovery strategies Support emulation and pre-deployment validation approaches to reduce risk Client-Facing & Delivery Support Act as a technical authority in client workshops, design reviews, FAT/SAT, and commissioning phases Provide support during go-live activities, including system tuning, troubleshooting, and stabilisation Collaborate with delivery and project teams to ensure integration success Maintain a calm, solution-focused approach in high-pressure live environments Technology Strategy & Governance Contribute to architectural standards, coding guidelines, and design governance Evaluate new tools and technologies, making evidence-based recommendations Ensure alignment between business requirements, architecture decisions, and delivered solutions Drive best practices across performance, observability, and system resilience Collaboration & Mentoring Work closely with product, development, test, and controls engineering teams Provide visibility of architectural direction, risks, and readiness to stakeholders Mentor and support engineers, raising overall technical capability within the team Promote a culture of high-quality engineering and continuous improvement Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Software Architect or a senior/lead engineer stepping into architecture Strong expertise in C# / .NET and modern application development practices Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, and high-performance applications Solid background in system integration (APIs, messaging, event-driven architecture) Exposure to industrial systems, warehouse automation, WCS/WMS, or similar environments Experience working with PLCs, robotics, or real-time control systems (desirable) Knowledge of CI/CD, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), and Linux-based environments Strong problem-solving ability, with experience in performance tuning and scalability challenges Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Working Environment Fully remote role with flexibility in working patterns Involvement in occasional onsite activities during key project phases such as system go-lives and commissioning Collaborative, engineering-led environment focused on delivering high-quality, real-world solutions Opportunity to work on a platform undergoing significant modernisation and growth What We're Looking For A hands-on technical leader who takes ownership of architectural outcomes Someone pragmatic, detail-oriented, and confident in making decisions A strong collaborator who can work across disciplines and teams An individual who can balance long-term architectural vision with delivery priorities A professional who thrives in complex, real-time, integration-heavy environments To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Lead Content Strategist needed on a contract basis to join our VML Enterprise Solutions' Experience Team alongside experts in UX, UI, Service Design, CX Research, and CX Consultancy. The opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Content Strategist to join the team. Working as part of VML Enterprise Solutions' Experience Team alongside experts in UX, UI, Service Design, CX Research, and CX Consultancy, you will play a key role in shaping the future content ecosystem and customer experience across client digital platforms. This role requires a highly strategic content thinker with strong experience across enterprise content strategy, structured content, composable content ecosystems, and scalable content operations. You will help define how content is planned, structured, governed, and delivered across a modern digital experience architecture. A key focus of the role will be delivering strategic foundations including Content Strategy, Tone of Voice Guidance, Content Modelling, and Composable-ready Content & Design Principles that support scalable, customer-centred digital experiences across multiple touchpoints and channels. You will work closely with UX, UI, Service Design, Product, SEO, Development, Architecture, and client stakeholder teams to ensure content supports customer journeys, operational scalability, and future platform flexibility within a composable ecosystem approach. Please bear in mind that this is a contractual position. What you'll be doing: Define and champion a clear enterprise content strategy aligned to customer needs, business objectives, and our client's wider digital experience vision Lead the development of scalable content frameworks, governance models, workflows, and operational approaches across the digital ecosystem Develop comprehensive Tone of Voice Guidelines that support consistency across brands, products, services, and customer touchpoints Conduct content audits, gap analyses, competitor reviews, and ecosystem assessments to identify strategic opportunities and priorities Collaborate with UX, Service Design, and Product teams to ensure content strategy is fully integrated into wider customer journey and experience design initiatives Support the definition of scalable and future-ready content operations approaches within a composable architecture environment Lead the definition of content models and structured content approaches that support composable CMS and multi-channel delivery ecosystems Help establish composable-ready content and design principles to support flexibility, scalability, reuse, governance, and omnichannel delivery Collaborate with technical and architecture teams to align content structures with platform capabilities and implementation approaches Define reusable content patterns, taxonomy approaches, metadata considerations, and modular content structures Support the alignment of content strategy with design systems, component thinking, and scalable digital experience frameworks Ensure content approaches support accessibility, localisation, SEO, personalisation, and future platform evolution Act as a strategic content lead across multidisciplinary teams including UX, UI, Service Design, Product, SEO, Analytics, Development, and client stakeholders Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder alignment activities around content strategy, governance, and customer experience Translate complex business, operational, and technical requirements into actionable content recommendations and frameworks Present strategic thinking, recommendations, and rationale clearly and confidently to both delivery teams and senior stakeholders Help establish content best practices, governance standards, and scalable ways of working across the programme What we want from you: Significant proven experience in Content Strategy within complex enterprise digital environments Strong experience developing enterprise-level content strategies, governance models, and scalable content ecosystems Proven experience with structured content, content modelling, modular content approaches, and composable CMS ecosystems Strong understanding of composable architecture principles and how content supports omnichannel digital experiences Experience defining Tone of Voice Guidelines, content frameworks, taxonomy approaches, and reusable content structures Strong understanding of how content strategy intersects with UX, Service Design, SEO, accessibility, design systems, and digital product delivery Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including UX, UI, Product, SEO, Development, Architecture, and Operational stakeholders Excellent workshop facilitation, stakeholder management, and presentation skills Ability to navigate complexity and translate strategic thinking into practical, scalable recommendations Strong understanding of customer-centred design principles and digital customer journeys Experience working across enterprise web platforms, digital transformation programmes, or large-scale customer ecosystems Automotive, mobility, retail, or other customer experience-led industry experience is advantageous but not essential Strong portfolio or examples of strategic content work across complex digital ecosystems is essential What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Lead Content Strategist needed on a contract basis to join our VML Enterprise Solutions' Experience Team alongside experts in UX, UI, Service Design, CX Research, and CX Consultancy. The opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Content Strategist to join the team. Working as part of VML Enterprise Solutions' Experience Team alongside experts in UX, UI, Service Design, CX Research, and CX Consultancy, you will play a key role in shaping the future content ecosystem and customer experience across client digital platforms. This role requires a highly strategic content thinker with strong experience across enterprise content strategy, structured content, composable content ecosystems, and scalable content operations. You will help define how content is planned, structured, governed, and delivered across a modern digital experience architecture. A key focus of the role will be delivering strategic foundations including Content Strategy, Tone of Voice Guidance, Content Modelling, and Composable-ready Content & Design Principles that support scalable, customer-centred digital experiences across multiple touchpoints and channels. You will work closely with UX, UI, Service Design, Product, SEO, Development, Architecture, and client stakeholder teams to ensure content supports customer journeys, operational scalability, and future platform flexibility within a composable ecosystem approach. Please bear in mind that this is a contractual position. What you'll be doing: Define and champion a clear enterprise content strategy aligned to customer needs, business objectives, and our client's wider digital experience vision Lead the development of scalable content frameworks, governance models, workflows, and operational approaches across the digital ecosystem Develop comprehensive Tone of Voice Guidelines that support consistency across brands, products, services, and customer touchpoints Conduct content audits, gap analyses, competitor reviews, and ecosystem assessments to identify strategic opportunities and priorities Collaborate with UX, Service Design, and Product teams to ensure content strategy is fully integrated into wider customer journey and experience design initiatives Support the definition of scalable and future-ready content operations approaches within a composable architecture environment Lead the definition of content models and structured content approaches that support composable CMS and multi-channel delivery ecosystems Help establish composable-ready content and design principles to support flexibility, scalability, reuse, governance, and omnichannel delivery Collaborate with technical and architecture teams to align content structures with platform capabilities and implementation approaches Define reusable content patterns, taxonomy approaches, metadata considerations, and modular content structures Support the alignment of content strategy with design systems, component thinking, and scalable digital experience frameworks Ensure content approaches support accessibility, localisation, SEO, personalisation, and future platform evolution Act as a strategic content lead across multidisciplinary teams including UX, UI, Service Design, Product, SEO, Analytics, Development, and client stakeholders Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder alignment activities around content strategy, governance, and customer experience Translate complex business, operational, and technical requirements into actionable content recommendations and frameworks Present strategic thinking, recommendations, and rationale clearly and confidently to both delivery teams and senior stakeholders Help establish content best practices, governance standards, and scalable ways of working across the programme What we want from you: Significant proven experience in Content Strategy within complex enterprise digital environments Strong experience developing enterprise-level content strategies, governance models, and scalable content ecosystems Proven experience with structured content, content modelling, modular content approaches, and composable CMS ecosystems Strong understanding of composable architecture principles and how content supports omnichannel digital experiences Experience defining Tone of Voice Guidelines, content frameworks, taxonomy approaches, and reusable content structures Strong understanding of how content strategy intersects with UX, Service Design, SEO, accessibility, design systems, and digital product delivery Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including UX, UI, Product, SEO, Development, Architecture, and Operational stakeholders Excellent workshop facilitation, stakeholder management, and presentation skills Ability to navigate complexity and translate strategic thinking into practical, scalable recommendations Strong understanding of customer-centred design principles and digital customer journeys Experience working across enterprise web platforms, digital transformation programmes, or large-scale customer ecosystems Automotive, mobility, retail, or other customer experience-led industry experience is advantageous but not essential Strong portfolio or examples of strategic content work across complex digital ecosystems is essential What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
Gregory Martin International Limited
Winchester, Hampshire
Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear Location - Winchester, Hampshire / Hybrid role Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 plus bonus, medical, life insurance The Opportunity Our client is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Principal Consultant with demonstrable experience in developing Cat A 5-case model Business Cases within UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Government (Navy, Submarine, Army). This role combines a sound knowledge of consultancy delivery with strategic business case leadership, focussing on the strategic case and economic case, optioneering, evidence and approvals. It is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a small, agile, and growing consultancy working at the heart of Defence transformation. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills , strong stakeholder engagement skills and able to build collaborative relationships You will work in a dynamic team with consultants, analysts and senior MOD stakeholders across a range of complex transformation programmes. This role will initially support Defence clients, delivering robust, evidence-based Business Cases that secure investment and enable successful delivery. Skills & Experience required for role of Principal Consultant: We believe skills and experience of the following will enable you to excel in this role: Extensive experience developing MOD Business Cases (SOC, OBC, FBC) for complex programmes, platforms, digital, data, or capability investments. Collaborative working with MOD finance, commercial, and assurance teams. Strong knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, JSP 655 and Defence approvals processes. Proven ability to build compelling strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and management cases supported by robust evidence and analysis. Experience eliciting requirements, defining business processes, and developing target operating models in complex Defence environments. Knowledge of data analysis, benefits realisation, and performance measurement to underpin investment decisions. Requirements management. Capability Management. Experience leading senior client interactions and establishing trusted-advisor relationships on both short- and long-term engagements. Strong delivery leadership skills, including managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a preference for building and working as part of high-performing teams. The ability to engage and enthuse personnel, and provide effective support and challenge, across all areas and at all levels within client organisations. Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC or DV) would be benefical. Qualifications- Degree, MBA or equiv experience , Project Management qualifications e.g. APMP useful. The Principal Consultants role will include: Leading the development of high-value MOD Business Cases, including Strategic Outline Case (SOC), Outline Business Case (OBC), and Full Business Case (FBC), in line with HM Treasury Green Book and MOD approvals processes. Shaping investment strategies, options analysis, affordability models, investment appraisals, benefits cases, and value-for-money arguments to secure senior and investment approval. Working directly with MOD and Defence stakeholders as a lead business analyst and trusted advisor to help stakeholders agree the best option / strategy. Defining and analysing complex business problems, operating models, and capability gaps within Defence environments. Providing leadership, and leading teams across solution architecture and delivery oversight to ensure Business Cases are credible, deliverable, and benefits-led. Contributing to developing the company's business case and analysis capabilities. Developing and managing senior client relationships, including SROs, programme directors, and commercial, finance, and assurance stakeholders. Building and managing relationships with delivery partners and specialist associates. A competitive package will be offered, based on your experience. This is a hybrid role, you will be required to travel to client sites mainly across the Southeast, Southwest, London, occasional trips to other parts of the UK and Scotland.The role is a mix of client sites, office and home working. Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear Location - Winchester, Hampshire / Hybrid role Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 plus bonus, medical, life insurance The Opportunity Our client is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Principal Consultant with demonstrable experience in developing Cat A 5-case model Business Cases within UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Government (Navy, Submarine, Army). This role combines a sound knowledge of consultancy delivery with strategic business case leadership, focussing on the strategic case and economic case, optioneering, evidence and approvals. It is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a small, agile, and growing consultancy working at the heart of Defence transformation. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills , strong stakeholder engagement skills and able to build collaborative relationships You will work in a dynamic team with consultants, analysts and senior MOD stakeholders across a range of complex transformation programmes. This role will initially support Defence clients, delivering robust, evidence-based Business Cases that secure investment and enable successful delivery. Skills & Experience required for role of Principal Consultant: We believe skills and experience of the following will enable you to excel in this role: Extensive experience developing MOD Business Cases (SOC, OBC, FBC) for complex programmes, platforms, digital, data, or capability investments. Collaborative working with MOD finance, commercial, and assurance teams. Strong knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, JSP 655 and Defence approvals processes. Proven ability to build compelling strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and management cases supported by robust evidence and analysis. Experience eliciting requirements, defining business processes, and developing target operating models in complex Defence environments. Knowledge of data analysis, benefits realisation, and performance measurement to underpin investment decisions. Requirements management. Capability Management. Experience leading senior client interactions and establishing trusted-advisor relationships on both short- and long-term engagements. Strong delivery leadership skills, including managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a preference for building and working as part of high-performing teams. The ability to engage and enthuse personnel, and provide effective support and challenge, across all areas and at all levels within client organisations. Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC or DV) would be benefical. Qualifications- Degree, MBA or equiv experience , Project Management qualifications e.g. APMP useful. The Principal Consultants role will include: Leading the development of high-value MOD Business Cases, including Strategic Outline Case (SOC), Outline Business Case (OBC), and Full Business Case (FBC), in line with HM Treasury Green Book and MOD approvals processes. Shaping investment strategies, options analysis, affordability models, investment appraisals, benefits cases, and value-for-money arguments to secure senior and investment approval. Working directly with MOD and Defence stakeholders as a lead business analyst and trusted advisor to help stakeholders agree the best option / strategy. Defining and analysing complex business problems, operating models, and capability gaps within Defence environments. Providing leadership, and leading teams across solution architecture and delivery oversight to ensure Business Cases are credible, deliverable, and benefits-led. Contributing to developing the company's business case and analysis capabilities. Developing and managing senior client relationships, including SROs, programme directors, and commercial, finance, and assurance stakeholders. Building and managing relationships with delivery partners and specialist associates. A competitive package will be offered, based on your experience. This is a hybrid role, you will be required to travel to client sites mainly across the Southeast, Southwest, London, occasional trips to other parts of the UK and Scotland.The role is a mix of client sites, office and home working. Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear
Head of AI & Data Chief Data Office London Hybrid £140,000 - £150,000 + up to 45% bonus + 15% car allowance VIQU is recruiting a Head of AI & Data to build and lead the UK AI capability from the ground up. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role within the Chief Data Office, reporting into the Director and working closely with both UK and global stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to define AI strategy, build a Centre of Excellence, and deliver impactful data-driven initiatives across the business . Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the UK AI strategy , aligned with business and global priorities. Build and scale an AI team and Centre of Excellence , mentoring and growing talent. Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models into production. Establish AI governance, standards, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible AI adoption. Enable innovation through sandbox environments, tooling guidance, and accelerators . Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate AI into measurable business value . Drive data-centric AI initiatives , ensuring compliance and alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with global AI teams to align strategy, frameworks, and best practices . Key Requirements Current Head of AI, Head of Data Science, or Senior AI Lead ready to step up. Proven experience building and scaling AI/ML teams (0 10 / 0 15) . Insurance experience Strong technical credibility in ML, AI, and enterprise platforms. Hands-on experience with Azure, Databricks, and ML tools (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Knowledge of Responsible AI, ethical frameworks, and compliance standards . Experience in insurance or regulated financial services preferred. Comfortable presenting to and influencing executives . Collaborative, adaptable, and able to navigate complex stakeholder environments . To apply: Please reach out via LinkedIn to Noah Yeoman or apply via the VIQU website. Know someone suitable? You could earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Head of AI & Data Chief Data Office London Hybrid £140,000 - £150,000 + up to 45% bonus + 15% car allowance VIQU is recruiting a Head of AI & Data to build and lead the UK AI capability from the ground up. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role within the Chief Data Office, reporting into the Director and working closely with both UK and global stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to define AI strategy, build a Centre of Excellence, and deliver impactful data-driven initiatives across the business . Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the UK AI strategy , aligned with business and global priorities. Build and scale an AI team and Centre of Excellence , mentoring and growing talent. Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models into production. Establish AI governance, standards, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible AI adoption. Enable innovation through sandbox environments, tooling guidance, and accelerators . Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate AI into measurable business value . Drive data-centric AI initiatives , ensuring compliance and alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with global AI teams to align strategy, frameworks, and best practices . Key Requirements Current Head of AI, Head of Data Science, or Senior AI Lead ready to step up. Proven experience building and scaling AI/ML teams (0 10 / 0 15) . Insurance experience Strong technical credibility in ML, AI, and enterprise platforms. Hands-on experience with Azure, Databricks, and ML tools (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Knowledge of Responsible AI, ethical frameworks, and compliance standards . Experience in insurance or regulated financial services preferred. Comfortable presenting to and influencing executives . Collaborative, adaptable, and able to navigate complex stakeholder environments . To apply: Please reach out via LinkedIn to Noah Yeoman or apply via the VIQU website. Know someone suitable? You could earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).
Lead a new ICT service and digital transformation that improves services, strengthens resilience, and delivers better outcomes for residents. We're all in for our residents, our communities, and each other. At the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), we are committed to becoming the best Council for the communities we serve. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, putting communities first, and working together, we deliver services across one of London's most distinctive and diverse boroughs. Home to globally recognised cultural institutions, internationally connected communities, and neighbourhoods of striking contrast and character, RBKC serves more than 150,000 residents across one of London's most dynamic boroughs. In the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, our commitment to residents has only deepened. We continue to listen, learn, and drive meaningful change, ensuring residents remain at the centre of every decision we make. Technology, digital innovation, and data are central to our future. RBKC is delivering a significant programme of transformation, investing in modern infrastructure, cyber resilience, digital capability, and better use of data to create services that are more responsive, efficient, and focused on residents. At RBKC, we want to use technology to improve the resident experience, modernise services, strengthen resilience, and free up resources for the services that matter most. As our Chief Information Officer, you will lead this agenda with strategic clarity, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to innovation, public service, and better outcomes across the borough. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a high-profile borough, lead meaningful transformation, and make a visible difference to residents, staff, and communities. The Opportunity Reporting to the Strategic Director of Grenfell Partnerships, Communities and Transformation, you will provide strategic leadership across the Council's digital, data, and technology services, ensuring investment supports corporate priorities and delivers a clear benefit for residents. You will lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, with oversight of IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance across the organisation. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring credibility, sound judgement, and the ability to operate confidently in a politically sensitive environment. You will build trusted relationships with elected Members, Executive Directors, partners, suppliers, and residents, while communicating complex issues with authority and clarity. You will play a central role in shaping how the Council works in the future, using technology to improve services, strengthen resilience, and deliver lasting benefits for residents and staff. You will provide visible and inclusive leadership, inspiring multidisciplinary teams, embedding digital thinking across the organisation, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, aligning investment with corporate priorities, resident outcomes, and service improvement • Provide strategic leadership across IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance • Work in close partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and elected Members to support the Council's wider ambitions • Oversee a complex supplier and contract landscape, ensuring value for money, strong governance, and effective risk management • Champion the use of data and insight to support better decision-making across the organisation • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary ICT function that delivers strong performance and continuous improvement • Strengthen the Council's cyber security posture and organisational resilience in response to an increasingly complex threat environment • Foster a collaborative culture that supports excellent performance, innovation, and strong outcomes for residents About You You will be an accomplished technology leader with significant senior experience across digital, data, and technology functions within a complex organisation. You will bring a strong track record of leading organisation-wide digital transformation, alongside deep expertise in cyber security, IT operations, enterprise architecture, and data governance. You will combine strategic and operational leadership with the ability to influence at Executive Director and Member level, build trusted relationships, and translate complex technical issues into clear, accessible advice. Alongside technical credibility, you will bring a collaborative leadership style grounded in our values and a clear commitment to public service, continuous improvement, and better outcomes for residents. If you share our ambition to build an inclusive, innovative organisation that keeps residents at the centre, we would welcome your application.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Lead a new ICT service and digital transformation that improves services, strengthens resilience, and delivers better outcomes for residents. We're all in for our residents, our communities, and each other. At the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), we are committed to becoming the best Council for the communities we serve. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, putting communities first, and working together, we deliver services across one of London's most distinctive and diverse boroughs. Home to globally recognised cultural institutions, internationally connected communities, and neighbourhoods of striking contrast and character, RBKC serves more than 150,000 residents across one of London's most dynamic boroughs. In the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, our commitment to residents has only deepened. We continue to listen, learn, and drive meaningful change, ensuring residents remain at the centre of every decision we make. Technology, digital innovation, and data are central to our future. RBKC is delivering a significant programme of transformation, investing in modern infrastructure, cyber resilience, digital capability, and better use of data to create services that are more responsive, efficient, and focused on residents. At RBKC, we want to use technology to improve the resident experience, modernise services, strengthen resilience, and free up resources for the services that matter most. As our Chief Information Officer, you will lead this agenda with strategic clarity, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to innovation, public service, and better outcomes across the borough. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a high-profile borough, lead meaningful transformation, and make a visible difference to residents, staff, and communities. The Opportunity Reporting to the Strategic Director of Grenfell Partnerships, Communities and Transformation, you will provide strategic leadership across the Council's digital, data, and technology services, ensuring investment supports corporate priorities and delivers a clear benefit for residents. You will lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, with oversight of IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance across the organisation. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring credibility, sound judgement, and the ability to operate confidently in a politically sensitive environment. You will build trusted relationships with elected Members, Executive Directors, partners, suppliers, and residents, while communicating complex issues with authority and clarity. You will play a central role in shaping how the Council works in the future, using technology to improve services, strengthen resilience, and deliver lasting benefits for residents and staff. You will provide visible and inclusive leadership, inspiring multidisciplinary teams, embedding digital thinking across the organisation, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, aligning investment with corporate priorities, resident outcomes, and service improvement • Provide strategic leadership across IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance • Work in close partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and elected Members to support the Council's wider ambitions • Oversee a complex supplier and contract landscape, ensuring value for money, strong governance, and effective risk management • Champion the use of data and insight to support better decision-making across the organisation • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary ICT function that delivers strong performance and continuous improvement • Strengthen the Council's cyber security posture and organisational resilience in response to an increasingly complex threat environment • Foster a collaborative culture that supports excellent performance, innovation, and strong outcomes for residents About You You will be an accomplished technology leader with significant senior experience across digital, data, and technology functions within a complex organisation. You will bring a strong track record of leading organisation-wide digital transformation, alongside deep expertise in cyber security, IT operations, enterprise architecture, and data governance. You will combine strategic and operational leadership with the ability to influence at Executive Director and Member level, build trusted relationships, and translate complex technical issues into clear, accessible advice. Alongside technical credibility, you will bring a collaborative leadership style grounded in our values and a clear commitment to public service, continuous improvement, and better outcomes for residents. If you share our ambition to build an inclusive, innovative organisation that keeps residents at the centre, we would welcome your application.
Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 - 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 - 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
About The Role: A globally recognised design consultancy specialising in wayfinding, spatial strategy, and information design is seeking a confident and proactive Senior Wayfinding Planner to join its London office. In this role, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams to lead the development and implementation of wayfinding strategies across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will play a key role in delivering clear, user-focused solutions for complex environments while ensuring project and client deadlines are met. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, alongside the ability to generate actionable insights and translate complex information into intuitive spatial experiences. You'll also work collaboratively with international teams across a global studio network. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to business growth by supporting client development, participating in work-winning activities, and helping strengthen the company's presence across the UK and international markets. Occasional domestic and international travel will be required. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business with an impressive pipeline of projects. Offering hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a collaborative studio culture, and the opportunity to work on high-profile international projects, this role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a globally respected design practice. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex wayfinding and information design projects across interior and exterior environments Conduct research and spatial analysis to develop clear, effective user navigation strategies Translate insights and concepts into practical, user-centred solutions Collaborate with design teams to integrate wayfinding strategies into wider project delivery Manage competing priorities while supporting project and client deadlines Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, presentations, and client engagement Participate in domestic and international travel for workshops, site visits, meetings, and presentations Key Skills / Requirements: Previous experience within wayfinding, spatial planning, transportation, urban design, architecture, or a related field Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, environmental design, or a similar discipline Proven experience delivering projects related to movement, user experience, transportation systems, or the built environment Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, proposal preparation, and presentation delivery Proficiency with Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and project collaboration tools Experience with GIS, spatial data, BIM, Revit, or related digital planning tools would be advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
About The Role: A globally recognised design consultancy specialising in wayfinding, spatial strategy, and information design is seeking a confident and proactive Senior Wayfinding Planner to join its London office. In this role, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams to lead the development and implementation of wayfinding strategies across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will play a key role in delivering clear, user-focused solutions for complex environments while ensuring project and client deadlines are met. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, alongside the ability to generate actionable insights and translate complex information into intuitive spatial experiences. You'll also work collaboratively with international teams across a global studio network. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to business growth by supporting client development, participating in work-winning activities, and helping strengthen the company's presence across the UK and international markets. Occasional domestic and international travel will be required. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business with an impressive pipeline of projects. Offering hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a collaborative studio culture, and the opportunity to work on high-profile international projects, this role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a globally respected design practice. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex wayfinding and information design projects across interior and exterior environments Conduct research and spatial analysis to develop clear, effective user navigation strategies Translate insights and concepts into practical, user-centred solutions Collaborate with design teams to integrate wayfinding strategies into wider project delivery Manage competing priorities while supporting project and client deadlines Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, presentations, and client engagement Participate in domestic and international travel for workshops, site visits, meetings, and presentations Key Skills / Requirements: Previous experience within wayfinding, spatial planning, transportation, urban design, architecture, or a related field Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, environmental design, or a similar discipline Proven experience delivering projects related to movement, user experience, transportation systems, or the built environment Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, proposal preparation, and presentation delivery Proficiency with Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and project collaboration tools Experience with GIS, spatial data, BIM, Revit, or related digital planning tools would be advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Senior AI Engineer (Gen AI & RAG) Greater London, England, United Kingdom (On-site) Join an award-winning, internationally recognised B2B Consultancy as a Senior AI Engineer, where you will play a central role in delivering and evolving production-grade generative AI capabilities that power real-world business outcomes. This is a senior, hands-on engineering role focused on building the intelligence layer of next-generation AI products. You will architect and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, agentic workflows, and rigorous evaluation frameworks that ensure AI systems are accurate, reliable, and grounded in genuine business value. Reporting to the Director of AI, you will bridge strategy and execution - translating architectural direction into high-quality, scalable implementations in close collaboration with AI Platform Engineering. What You'll Do Design, build, and deploy production-grade generative AI systems that perform reliably at scale. Implement and continuously improve RAG pipelines that effectively leverage proprietary and domain-specific content. Develop agentic and workflow-driven AI patterns with a strong emphasis on determinism, quality, and long-term maintainability. Apply model adaptation techniques - prompting, fine-tuning, distillation - to optimise for quality, latency, and cost efficiency. Drive strong experimentation and evaluation practices, measuring correctness, faithfulness, and robustness across AI outputs. Provide hands-on technical leadership, mentoring engineers and contributing meaningful code-level guidance across the team. Work closely with platform, product, and delivery teams to accelerate the path from AI experimentation to production deployment. Explore and apply advanced retrieval approaches, including Graph-RAG and structured knowledge representation, where they deliver clear value. Required Skills & Experience Strong Python proficiency for production-grade AI development, with hands-on experience across LlamaIndex, LangChain, and LangGraph. Proven track record building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems; Graph-RAG exposure is a distinct advantage. Practical experience with model adaptation techniques including prompting, fine-tuning, instruction tuning, or knowledge distillation. Solid grounding in evaluation and experimentation methodology for generative AI, with a focus on correctness, faithfulness, and robustness. Demonstrable experience owning the technical design and delivery of complex AI, ML, or data-driven systems in live production environments. A background operating at senior engineer or technical lead level - comfortable balancing rapid experimentation with disciplined production delivery, and communicating with clarity across technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a compelling opportunity to work at the forefront of applied Generative AI, where your contributions directly shape customer-facing products and drive measurable business impact. You will bring genuine technical ownership and autonomy, supported by a world-class leadership team with a clear and ambitious AI roadmap. INDAM The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Senior AI Engineer (Gen AI & RAG) Greater London, England, United Kingdom (On-site) Join an award-winning, internationally recognised B2B Consultancy as a Senior AI Engineer, where you will play a central role in delivering and evolving production-grade generative AI capabilities that power real-world business outcomes. This is a senior, hands-on engineering role focused on building the intelligence layer of next-generation AI products. You will architect and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, agentic workflows, and rigorous evaluation frameworks that ensure AI systems are accurate, reliable, and grounded in genuine business value. Reporting to the Director of AI, you will bridge strategy and execution - translating architectural direction into high-quality, scalable implementations in close collaboration with AI Platform Engineering. What You'll Do Design, build, and deploy production-grade generative AI systems that perform reliably at scale. Implement and continuously improve RAG pipelines that effectively leverage proprietary and domain-specific content. Develop agentic and workflow-driven AI patterns with a strong emphasis on determinism, quality, and long-term maintainability. Apply model adaptation techniques - prompting, fine-tuning, distillation - to optimise for quality, latency, and cost efficiency. Drive strong experimentation and evaluation practices, measuring correctness, faithfulness, and robustness across AI outputs. Provide hands-on technical leadership, mentoring engineers and contributing meaningful code-level guidance across the team. Work closely with platform, product, and delivery teams to accelerate the path from AI experimentation to production deployment. Explore and apply advanced retrieval approaches, including Graph-RAG and structured knowledge representation, where they deliver clear value. Required Skills & Experience Strong Python proficiency for production-grade AI development, with hands-on experience across LlamaIndex, LangChain, and LangGraph. Proven track record building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems; Graph-RAG exposure is a distinct advantage. Practical experience with model adaptation techniques including prompting, fine-tuning, instruction tuning, or knowledge distillation. Solid grounding in evaluation and experimentation methodology for generative AI, with a focus on correctness, faithfulness, and robustness. Demonstrable experience owning the technical design and delivery of complex AI, ML, or data-driven systems in live production environments. A background operating at senior engineer or technical lead level - comfortable balancing rapid experimentation with disciplined production delivery, and communicating with clarity across technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a compelling opportunity to work at the forefront of applied Generative AI, where your contributions directly shape customer-facing products and drive measurable business impact. You will bring genuine technical ownership and autonomy, supported by a world-class leadership team with a clear and ambitious AI roadmap. INDAM The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
About Our Client The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) is a modern, vibrant organisation full of passionate, committed people. They make final decisions on complaints that have not been resolved by UK Government departments and the NHS in England. Working closely with people to understand where, how and why public services sometimes fall short and fail to put people first. And find ways to put it right. Their true impact lies in making sure that the lessons from all investigations drive systemic change across central government, public services, and the NHS. This newly created Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns, working closely with the senior leadership team, will have a unique dual mandate: inside the organisation, you will reshape the view of communications with a shift to a more cohesive, proactive, insight-led campaigns model. Outside the organisation, you will be the strategic architect behind high-impact narratives that command the attention across diverse government, stakeholder and audience groups. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will sit at the crossroads of policy, communications, and strategic influence. If you are ready to use your campaign expertise to shape public administration and improve national public services, this is your platform. Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 Document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Job Profile Link Job Description As the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you will Strategic Leadership and Advice Support the Assistant Director in delivering organisation-wide leadership for communications and campaigns. Lead the shift to a strategic, insight-driven campaigns approach across the communications team and wider organisation. Act as a senior authority on strategic communications, operating with credibility, autonomy and influence. Advise and influence the Ombudsman, Chief Executive and Executive Team on communications strategy and approach. Campaign Strategy and Delivery Translate organisational vision and priorities into impactful, insight-led communications campaigns across multiple channels. Develop compelling, audience-focused narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders. Establish approaches to story identification and development, working collaboratively across the organisation. Ensure all communications are inclusive, accessible and aligned with organisational values. Lead the delivery of campaigns against agreed objectives, ensuring consistency and quality. Performance, Evaluation and Impact Define and track key performance indicators, ensuring clear alignment between communications activity and organisational goals. Lead robust evaluation of campaigns, measuring effectiveness and impact. Use insight and data to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making. Leadership, Ways of Working and Collaboration Provide inspirational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix environment, embedding new and effective ways of working. Build strong relationships internally to champion strategic communications and foster a campaigns mindset. Develop partnerships with key external stakeholders to maximise collaboration and impact. Exercise delegated authority effectively, ensuring decisions are informed, timely and aligned to organisational priorities. The Successful Applicant To be successful as the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you must be able to evidence how you pair strategic communication expertise with exceptional political literacy by demonstrating: Significant experience leading strategic communications within the public sector, third sector, or a closely regulated environment. A proven history of designing, executing, and rigorously evaluating large-scale campaigns that delivered measurable, positive policy or positive societal outcomes. A deep understanding of stakeholders across the health sector and wider public service landscape. A natural ability to advise and align Executive Teams, CEOs, and senior political stakeholders behind a communication strategy. Comfortable diving into digital analytics, media data, and audience insights to pivot campaigns and prove engagement. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for translating complex subjects & insights into impactful, positive outcomes An empowering leader who loves to coach, mentor, and build positive, psychologically safe team cultures during times of change. What's on Offer Competitive salary: London: £59,756 - £ 66,251 Manchester: £56,374 - £ 62,501 Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 30 days of annual leave, plus 2.5 Statutory day & Bank Holidays. Hybrid working model with 40% office-based work in London or Manchester Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for additional support. Other additional benefits Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Closing Date for applications: Monday 15th June 5pm Interview Dates: W/C 29th June 2026 Feedback: we are unable offer feedback at application stage Right to work: we can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available. Early closure: we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job summary Job function Marketing & Agency Subsector Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Sector Public Sector Location London Contract type Permanent Consultant name Elizabeth Woodforde Consultant phone Job reference JN-507
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
About Our Client The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) is a modern, vibrant organisation full of passionate, committed people. They make final decisions on complaints that have not been resolved by UK Government departments and the NHS in England. Working closely with people to understand where, how and why public services sometimes fall short and fail to put people first. And find ways to put it right. Their true impact lies in making sure that the lessons from all investigations drive systemic change across central government, public services, and the NHS. This newly created Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns, working closely with the senior leadership team, will have a unique dual mandate: inside the organisation, you will reshape the view of communications with a shift to a more cohesive, proactive, insight-led campaigns model. Outside the organisation, you will be the strategic architect behind high-impact narratives that command the attention across diverse government, stakeholder and audience groups. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will sit at the crossroads of policy, communications, and strategic influence. If you are ready to use your campaign expertise to shape public administration and improve national public services, this is your platform. Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 Document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Job Profile Link Job Description As the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you will Strategic Leadership and Advice Support the Assistant Director in delivering organisation-wide leadership for communications and campaigns. Lead the shift to a strategic, insight-driven campaigns approach across the communications team and wider organisation. Act as a senior authority on strategic communications, operating with credibility, autonomy and influence. Advise and influence the Ombudsman, Chief Executive and Executive Team on communications strategy and approach. Campaign Strategy and Delivery Translate organisational vision and priorities into impactful, insight-led communications campaigns across multiple channels. Develop compelling, audience-focused narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders. Establish approaches to story identification and development, working collaboratively across the organisation. Ensure all communications are inclusive, accessible and aligned with organisational values. Lead the delivery of campaigns against agreed objectives, ensuring consistency and quality. Performance, Evaluation and Impact Define and track key performance indicators, ensuring clear alignment between communications activity and organisational goals. Lead robust evaluation of campaigns, measuring effectiveness and impact. Use insight and data to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making. Leadership, Ways of Working and Collaboration Provide inspirational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix environment, embedding new and effective ways of working. Build strong relationships internally to champion strategic communications and foster a campaigns mindset. Develop partnerships with key external stakeholders to maximise collaboration and impact. Exercise delegated authority effectively, ensuring decisions are informed, timely and aligned to organisational priorities. The Successful Applicant To be successful as the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you must be able to evidence how you pair strategic communication expertise with exceptional political literacy by demonstrating: Significant experience leading strategic communications within the public sector, third sector, or a closely regulated environment. A proven history of designing, executing, and rigorously evaluating large-scale campaigns that delivered measurable, positive policy or positive societal outcomes. A deep understanding of stakeholders across the health sector and wider public service landscape. A natural ability to advise and align Executive Teams, CEOs, and senior political stakeholders behind a communication strategy. Comfortable diving into digital analytics, media data, and audience insights to pivot campaigns and prove engagement. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for translating complex subjects & insights into impactful, positive outcomes An empowering leader who loves to coach, mentor, and build positive, psychologically safe team cultures during times of change. What's on Offer Competitive salary: London: £59,756 - £ 66,251 Manchester: £56,374 - £ 62,501 Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 30 days of annual leave, plus 2.5 Statutory day & Bank Holidays. Hybrid working model with 40% office-based work in London or Manchester Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for additional support. Other additional benefits Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Closing Date for applications: Monday 15th June 5pm Interview Dates: W/C 29th June 2026 Feedback: we are unable offer feedback at application stage Right to work: we can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available. Early closure: we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job summary Job function Marketing & Agency Subsector Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Sector Public Sector Location London Contract type Permanent Consultant name Elizabeth Woodforde Consultant phone Job reference JN-507
IT Business Partner - Direct-to-Consumer (Retail & eCommerce) Permanent £85k + £8.4k Car Allowance + 24% Bonus Hybrid - West London - 3 Days Onsite Must be Eligible to work in the UK - Cannot Provide Sponsorship. International consumer organisation is seeking an experienced IT Business Partner to lead and evolve its Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) Technology landscape across Retail & Digital Channels. This is a highly visible role sitting at the intersection of Business Strategy, Technology & Customer Experience - ensuring systems, processes, and digital capabilities support continued growth and innovation. Role: You will act as the Strategic IT Business Partner for Retail & eCommerce operations, aligning technology initiatives with business priorities and driving continuous improvement across the customer journey. Ownership of the D2C Applications landscape across Retail & Digital channels. Leading cross-functional planning and stakeholder engagement. Managing vendors & coordinating with international IT teams. Driving Digital Transformation & Continuous Improvement initiatives. Technology & Functional Landscape: Support & optimise Retail & eCommerce IT Systems/Operations including: POS - SAP S/4 HANA Retail & Retail Store systems. Ecom Magento Ecommerce platform, CRM, email marZketing & loyalty platforms. Master Data Management through Retail & Ecom systems & PIM. Local responsibility for D2C Reporting (Analytics) & D2C SaaS solutions such as Shopwork T&A. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partnership & Demand Leadership. Shape and govern the IT demand pipeline aligned to business strategy. Prioritise initiatives & influence investment planning. Facilitate governance forums with senior stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement & Business Alignment: Build trusted partnerships across Retail, Digital, Supply Chain & Finance. Translate business strategy into technology capability roadmaps. Lead workshops to identify improvement & innovation opportunities. Solution Ownership & Process Excellence: Own the end-to-end D2C Application landscape. Drive Automation, Integration & Process simplification. Lead Business Cases & Transformation initiatives. Architecture & Innovation: Develop Capability Roadmaps aligned to Enterprise Architecture. Identify opportunities leveraging AI, Automation & Analytics. Ensure scalability for future growth. Service & Operational Excellence: Oversea Incident Management & root cause resolution. Ensure vendor performance & SLA delivery. Maintain IT System stability & performance. Experience Required: IT Business Partner - IT/Business Systems partnering/leadership within Retail or Consumer sectors. Expertise in D2C processes & Customer Journey optimisation. POS - SAP S4/HANA Retail or similar POS Retail Store systems - Ecommerce platforms, CRM, email marketing & Loyalty platforms. Master Data Management through Retail & Ecom systems & PIM. Responsible for D2C Reporting (Analytics) & D2C SaaS solutions. Proven delivery of cross-functional transformation initiatives. Driving Transformation & Operational excellence. Strong stakeholder management & commercial awareness. Strategic mindset & emotional intelligence. Collaborative approach to teamwork. S4HANA . T6/MN/(phone number removed).
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
IT Business Partner - Direct-to-Consumer (Retail & eCommerce) Permanent £85k + £8.4k Car Allowance + 24% Bonus Hybrid - West London - 3 Days Onsite Must be Eligible to work in the UK - Cannot Provide Sponsorship. International consumer organisation is seeking an experienced IT Business Partner to lead and evolve its Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) Technology landscape across Retail & Digital Channels. This is a highly visible role sitting at the intersection of Business Strategy, Technology & Customer Experience - ensuring systems, processes, and digital capabilities support continued growth and innovation. Role: You will act as the Strategic IT Business Partner for Retail & eCommerce operations, aligning technology initiatives with business priorities and driving continuous improvement across the customer journey. Ownership of the D2C Applications landscape across Retail & Digital channels. Leading cross-functional planning and stakeholder engagement. Managing vendors & coordinating with international IT teams. Driving Digital Transformation & Continuous Improvement initiatives. Technology & Functional Landscape: Support & optimise Retail & eCommerce IT Systems/Operations including: POS - SAP S/4 HANA Retail & Retail Store systems. Ecom Magento Ecommerce platform, CRM, email marZketing & loyalty platforms. Master Data Management through Retail & Ecom systems & PIM. Local responsibility for D2C Reporting (Analytics) & D2C SaaS solutions such as Shopwork T&A. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partnership & Demand Leadership. Shape and govern the IT demand pipeline aligned to business strategy. Prioritise initiatives & influence investment planning. Facilitate governance forums with senior stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement & Business Alignment: Build trusted partnerships across Retail, Digital, Supply Chain & Finance. Translate business strategy into technology capability roadmaps. Lead workshops to identify improvement & innovation opportunities. Solution Ownership & Process Excellence: Own the end-to-end D2C Application landscape. Drive Automation, Integration & Process simplification. Lead Business Cases & Transformation initiatives. Architecture & Innovation: Develop Capability Roadmaps aligned to Enterprise Architecture. Identify opportunities leveraging AI, Automation & Analytics. Ensure scalability for future growth. Service & Operational Excellence: Oversea Incident Management & root cause resolution. Ensure vendor performance & SLA delivery. Maintain IT System stability & performance. Experience Required: IT Business Partner - IT/Business Systems partnering/leadership within Retail or Consumer sectors. Expertise in D2C processes & Customer Journey optimisation. POS - SAP S4/HANA Retail or similar POS Retail Store systems - Ecommerce platforms, CRM, email marketing & Loyalty platforms. Master Data Management through Retail & Ecom systems & PIM. Responsible for D2C Reporting (Analytics) & D2C SaaS solutions. Proven delivery of cross-functional transformation initiatives. Driving Transformation & Operational excellence. Strong stakeholder management & commercial awareness. Strategic mindset & emotional intelligence. Collaborative approach to teamwork. S4HANA . T6/MN/(phone number removed).
Job title: Test Architect Start Date: ASAP End Date: December 2027 Location: Hybrid - Remote within the UK, with travel to London (York Road) as required Clearance Requirements: UK Citizen Minimum 5 years continuous UK residency (mandatory) Must be currently based in the UK Overview Our client is seeking a highly experienced Test Architect to play a critical role in shaping and leading the testing strategy for complex, Oracle-based systems. This position will be instrumental in defining best practices, ensuring quality across delivery, and driving innovation in testing approaches across large-scale programmes. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the overall test strategy and architecture across multiple workstreams Lead the design and execution of non-functional testing , including: Performance Verification Testing (PVT) Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) Architect and develop scalable and robust test automation frameworks Provide expertise in testing Oracle database solutions , ensuring data integrity and performance Analyse end-to-end system flows to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities to improve quality and delivery outcomes Collaborate with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with testing standards and best practices Drive improvements in feature delivery from an end-to-end testing perspective Manage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring expectations are met and risks are clearly understood Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in a Test Architect or senior test leadership role Strong experience in non-functional testing , particularly PVT and OAT Demonstrable expertise in testing Oracle-based systems and databases Ability to design and implement test automation frameworks Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating systems from an end-to-end perspective Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities Desirable Experience writing high-performance SQL for test data management Proficiency in Python for test automation and tooling Experience with JMeter for performance testing Familiarity with IBM MQ and messaging systems Key Attributes Strategic thinker with a passion for quality engineering Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities Proactive, solution-oriented mindset Comfortable working within complex, enterprise-level environments Additional Information This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of testing within a large-scale programme, working with modern tools and methodologies while ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Test Architect Start Date: ASAP End Date: December 2027 Location: Hybrid - Remote within the UK, with travel to London (York Road) as required Clearance Requirements: UK Citizen Minimum 5 years continuous UK residency (mandatory) Must be currently based in the UK Overview Our client is seeking a highly experienced Test Architect to play a critical role in shaping and leading the testing strategy for complex, Oracle-based systems. This position will be instrumental in defining best practices, ensuring quality across delivery, and driving innovation in testing approaches across large-scale programmes. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the overall test strategy and architecture across multiple workstreams Lead the design and execution of non-functional testing , including: Performance Verification Testing (PVT) Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) Architect and develop scalable and robust test automation frameworks Provide expertise in testing Oracle database solutions , ensuring data integrity and performance Analyse end-to-end system flows to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities to improve quality and delivery outcomes Collaborate with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with testing standards and best practices Drive improvements in feature delivery from an end-to-end testing perspective Manage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring expectations are met and risks are clearly understood Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in a Test Architect or senior test leadership role Strong experience in non-functional testing , particularly PVT and OAT Demonstrable expertise in testing Oracle-based systems and databases Ability to design and implement test automation frameworks Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating systems from an end-to-end perspective Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities Desirable Experience writing high-performance SQL for test data management Proficiency in Python for test automation and tooling Experience with JMeter for performance testing Familiarity with IBM MQ and messaging systems Key Attributes Strategic thinker with a passion for quality engineering Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities Proactive, solution-oriented mindset Comfortable working within complex, enterprise-level environments Additional Information This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of testing within a large-scale programme, working with modern tools and methodologies while ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
