Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Electronics Engineer! Are you a passionate Senior Electronics Engineer looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is seeking a dedicated individual to help enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact: Technical Delivery and Leadership: Lead complex, multi disciplinary electronics projects, balancing scope, time, cost, quality and risk while supporting informed trade off decisions and coordinating contributors as needed. System Architecture and Lifecycle: Define and maintain robust, portable electronic platforms and subsystems with long-term lifecycle focus. Subsystem Ownership: Own the strategy, architecture and lifecycle of key subsystems, including audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared and sensor systems. Electronics and PCB Design: Deliver end to end circuit design, schematic capture and analysis. Guide and review PCB layouts to ensure signal integrity, EMC, reliability and manufacturability. Firmware Collaboration: Contribute hands on to embedded firmware development and code reviews alongside Firmware Engineers, ensuring designs are robust, testable and maintainable. Test, Verification and Validation: Champion testable design and automated testing, supporting CI where appropriate. Lead verification and validation activities through lab testing, user trials and real world use. Quality and Compliance: Act as a subject matter expert for medical electrical safety and EMC standards (IEC (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) 2). Own timely investigation and resolution of quality issues. Risk Management: Perform DFMEAs and risk assessments in line with ISO 14971, implementing controls and providing verification evidence. Manufacturing Handover: Create accurate, version controlled BOMs and manufacturing data packs. Support production, service and repair teams with training and clear quality measures. Suppliers and Stakeholders: Build strong supplier partnerships and collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Eye Tracking and Repairs to improve reliability, serviceability and cost. Technology Strategy and Mentoring: Contribute to technology scouting and feasibility studies. Mentor Engineers and support a positive, high performing engineering culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Collaborative team player: Values team success, supports colleagues across disciplines and contributes actively to shared goals. Broad hardware subsystem expertise: Experience across audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared, sensors and hardware / firmware interfaces. Proactive, practical mindset: Comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity and driving work forward in a fast moving environment. Clear communicator: Able to explain complex technical topics clearly and concisely to both technical and non technical audiences. Accessibility or AAC experience: Familiarity with user needs, environments and constraints within AAC or related assistive technology domains. Strong documentation discipline: Produces clear design documentation, maintains accurate version controlled BOMs, and contributes effectively to design and code reviews. Deep electronics expertise: Strong foundations in digital, analogue and power electronics, making sound architecture and component trade offs. Circuit, PCB and firmware capability: Experienced in schematic capture, DFM / DFA principles, PCB layout review, and embedded C / C++ firmware development using Zephyr RTOS (e.g. Nordic, STM32). Test, compliance and risk focus: Designs for testability, supports automated testing and CI, understands IEC 60601 standards, and applies DFMEA and ISO 14971 risk management. Supplier and manufacturing collaboration: Works effectively with suppliers and manufacturing partners, resolving issues quickly and incorporating feedback into designs. About Smartbox Smartbox is at the forefront of assistive communication technology, creating products used worldwide by people with diverse needs. Our values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change shape everything we do. Our Culture, Sustainability and Inclusion We believe everyone deserves a voice. We foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace and prioritise sustainability through responsible product and process design. We re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday, offering barrier free recruitment and workplace adjustments. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference Join us at Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to try to recruit directly from the market rather than engage support from an agency.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Electronics Engineer! Are you a passionate Senior Electronics Engineer looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is seeking a dedicated individual to help enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact: Technical Delivery and Leadership: Lead complex, multi disciplinary electronics projects, balancing scope, time, cost, quality and risk while supporting informed trade off decisions and coordinating contributors as needed. System Architecture and Lifecycle: Define and maintain robust, portable electronic platforms and subsystems with long-term lifecycle focus. Subsystem Ownership: Own the strategy, architecture and lifecycle of key subsystems, including audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared and sensor systems. Electronics and PCB Design: Deliver end to end circuit design, schematic capture and analysis. Guide and review PCB layouts to ensure signal integrity, EMC, reliability and manufacturability. Firmware Collaboration: Contribute hands on to embedded firmware development and code reviews alongside Firmware Engineers, ensuring designs are robust, testable and maintainable. Test, Verification and Validation: Champion testable design and automated testing, supporting CI where appropriate. Lead verification and validation activities through lab testing, user trials and real world use. Quality and Compliance: Act as a subject matter expert for medical electrical safety and EMC standards (IEC (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) 2). Own timely investigation and resolution of quality issues. Risk Management: Perform DFMEAs and risk assessments in line with ISO 14971, implementing controls and providing verification evidence. Manufacturing Handover: Create accurate, version controlled BOMs and manufacturing data packs. Support production, service and repair teams with training and clear quality measures. Suppliers and Stakeholders: Build strong supplier partnerships and collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Eye Tracking and Repairs to improve reliability, serviceability and cost. Technology Strategy and Mentoring: Contribute to technology scouting and feasibility studies. Mentor Engineers and support a positive, high performing engineering culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Collaborative team player: Values team success, supports colleagues across disciplines and contributes actively to shared goals. Broad hardware subsystem expertise: Experience across audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared, sensors and hardware / firmware interfaces. Proactive, practical mindset: Comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity and driving work forward in a fast moving environment. Clear communicator: Able to explain complex technical topics clearly and concisely to both technical and non technical audiences. Accessibility or AAC experience: Familiarity with user needs, environments and constraints within AAC or related assistive technology domains. Strong documentation discipline: Produces clear design documentation, maintains accurate version controlled BOMs, and contributes effectively to design and code reviews. Deep electronics expertise: Strong foundations in digital, analogue and power electronics, making sound architecture and component trade offs. Circuit, PCB and firmware capability: Experienced in schematic capture, DFM / DFA principles, PCB layout review, and embedded C / C++ firmware development using Zephyr RTOS (e.g. Nordic, STM32). Test, compliance and risk focus: Designs for testability, supports automated testing and CI, understands IEC 60601 standards, and applies DFMEA and ISO 14971 risk management. Supplier and manufacturing collaboration: Works effectively with suppliers and manufacturing partners, resolving issues quickly and incorporating feedback into designs. About Smartbox Smartbox is at the forefront of assistive communication technology, creating products used worldwide by people with diverse needs. Our values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change shape everything we do. Our Culture, Sustainability and Inclusion We believe everyone deserves a voice. We foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace and prioritise sustainability through responsible product and process design. We re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday, offering barrier free recruitment and workplace adjustments. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference Join us at Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to try to recruit directly from the market rather than engage support from an agency.
Solutions Architect - London Job Title: Solutions Architect Salary: Paying up to 85,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Are you a hands-on technical leader with a passion for creating innovative technology solutions? Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team. Skills Experience: Solution Architecture with a clear focus on E-commerce platforms or API/Middleware ecosystems. Technical Stack: Expert-level knowledge of Node.js, Java (Spring Boot), and PostgreSQL - able to read and critique vendor code, not just high-level diagrams. Integration Expert: Deep proficiency in API management patterns, Webhook integrations, and Event-Driven Architecture using Kafka or Azure Event Hubs. Legacy-to-Cloud: Demonstrable experience migrating legacy monolithic systems into containerised microservices architectures. Tooling: Proficient in Visio or LucidChart for architectural modelling; disciplined in Confluence for documentation practices. Duties Blueprint Delivery: Develop high-quality High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for DTS, EPOS, and other strategic workstreams - to a standard that external vendors are contractually required to match. Vendor Governance: Conduct structured audits of vendor-submitted code and architecture. Enforce 'Stable-by-Design' framework, ensuring external deliverables meet internal quality, security, and scalability thresholds. Data Integration Leadership: Orchestrate complex data mapping between legacy IBM iSeries (DB2/RPG) systems and modern API middleware - a technically demanding challenge requiring deep integration expertise. Systemic Remediation: Lead deep-dive investigations into recurring platform failures error surges, latency anomalies, and data inconsistencies - and deliver long-term structural remediation, not tactical patches. Technical Documentation: Maintain high-quality architecture documentation in Confluence, ensuring designs are versioned, accessible, and transferable to operational teams.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Solutions Architect - London Job Title: Solutions Architect Salary: Paying up to 85,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Are you a hands-on technical leader with a passion for creating innovative technology solutions? Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team. Skills Experience: Solution Architecture with a clear focus on E-commerce platforms or API/Middleware ecosystems. Technical Stack: Expert-level knowledge of Node.js, Java (Spring Boot), and PostgreSQL - able to read and critique vendor code, not just high-level diagrams. Integration Expert: Deep proficiency in API management patterns, Webhook integrations, and Event-Driven Architecture using Kafka or Azure Event Hubs. Legacy-to-Cloud: Demonstrable experience migrating legacy monolithic systems into containerised microservices architectures. Tooling: Proficient in Visio or LucidChart for architectural modelling; disciplined in Confluence for documentation practices. Duties Blueprint Delivery: Develop high-quality High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for DTS, EPOS, and other strategic workstreams - to a standard that external vendors are contractually required to match. Vendor Governance: Conduct structured audits of vendor-submitted code and architecture. Enforce 'Stable-by-Design' framework, ensuring external deliverables meet internal quality, security, and scalability thresholds. Data Integration Leadership: Orchestrate complex data mapping between legacy IBM iSeries (DB2/RPG) systems and modern API middleware - a technically demanding challenge requiring deep integration expertise. Systemic Remediation: Lead deep-dive investigations into recurring platform failures error surges, latency anomalies, and data inconsistencies - and deliver long-term structural remediation, not tactical patches. Technical Documentation: Maintain high-quality architecture documentation in Confluence, ensuring designs are versioned, accessible, and transferable to operational teams.
Senior Backend Engineer Location: London Work Type: On-site Company Description We are a rapidly growing consumer technology company operating at the intersection of AI, aesthetics, and digital experiences. With a global community of millions, we are building innovative AI-driven products that are transforming how users engage with and understand visual data. Our offerings range from consumer-facing AI analysis tools to partnerships with leading global brands. As we scale quickly, we are expanding our team and pushing the boundaries of how technology and user experience come together. Role Description We are seeking a talented Senior Backend Engineer to join our London-based team full-time. You will play a key role in building and scaling the core infrastructure of our AI platform, owning critical backend systems, and supporting rapid product growth. This is a high-impact, fast-paced role with significant autonomy, where your work will directly influence product direction and user experience. Key Responsibilities Design and implement backend services and APIs using Python, FastAPI, and Django Build and maintain scalable RESTful APIs with PostgreSQL Develop and integrate AI/LLM-powered features using frameworks such as LangChain Implement and manage payment systems, including Stripe integrations and subscription flows Build image processing and computer vision pipelines Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code deployed via Docker and CI/CD pipelines Collaborate using GitHub, maintaining high code quality and team standards Work with BaaS platforms (e.g., Supabase) for authentication, storage, and real-time functionality Ensure performance, scalability, and security best practices Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Frontend teams Contribute to architectural decisions and mentor other engineers Develop data-driven backend services and pipelines Support production systems and deployments within a small, high-performing team Qualifications 5+ years of professional software engineering experience Strong Python expertise with backend development experience Proven experience with FastAPI and/or Django, REST APIs, and PostgreSQL Experience integrating Stripe for payments and subscriptions Familiarity with image processing and computer vision Experience with Docker, GitHub, and modern deployment workflows Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Strong understanding of software design principles (SOLID, patterns, clean code) Experience with BaaS platforms such as Supabase or Firebase Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-ownership environments Nice to Have Experience with LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) and LangChain Background in AI/ML (e.g., generative models, GANs, diffusion, regression) Experience building data pipelines and data-driven systems Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Temporal, Prefect) Why Join Be part of a fast-growing company in the AI and consumer tech space High ownership and autonomy over technical decisions Work closely with founders and a mission-driven team Strong market traction and growth potential Opportunity to shape a rapidly evolving industry
May 24, 2026
Full time
Senior Backend Engineer Location: London Work Type: On-site Company Description We are a rapidly growing consumer technology company operating at the intersection of AI, aesthetics, and digital experiences. With a global community of millions, we are building innovative AI-driven products that are transforming how users engage with and understand visual data. Our offerings range from consumer-facing AI analysis tools to partnerships with leading global brands. As we scale quickly, we are expanding our team and pushing the boundaries of how technology and user experience come together. Role Description We are seeking a talented Senior Backend Engineer to join our London-based team full-time. You will play a key role in building and scaling the core infrastructure of our AI platform, owning critical backend systems, and supporting rapid product growth. This is a high-impact, fast-paced role with significant autonomy, where your work will directly influence product direction and user experience. Key Responsibilities Design and implement backend services and APIs using Python, FastAPI, and Django Build and maintain scalable RESTful APIs with PostgreSQL Develop and integrate AI/LLM-powered features using frameworks such as LangChain Implement and manage payment systems, including Stripe integrations and subscription flows Build image processing and computer vision pipelines Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code deployed via Docker and CI/CD pipelines Collaborate using GitHub, maintaining high code quality and team standards Work with BaaS platforms (e.g., Supabase) for authentication, storage, and real-time functionality Ensure performance, scalability, and security best practices Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Frontend teams Contribute to architectural decisions and mentor other engineers Develop data-driven backend services and pipelines Support production systems and deployments within a small, high-performing team Qualifications 5+ years of professional software engineering experience Strong Python expertise with backend development experience Proven experience with FastAPI and/or Django, REST APIs, and PostgreSQL Experience integrating Stripe for payments and subscriptions Familiarity with image processing and computer vision Experience with Docker, GitHub, and modern deployment workflows Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Strong understanding of software design principles (SOLID, patterns, clean code) Experience with BaaS platforms such as Supabase or Firebase Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-ownership environments Nice to Have Experience with LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) and LangChain Background in AI/ML (e.g., generative models, GANs, diffusion, regression) Experience building data pipelines and data-driven systems Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Temporal, Prefect) Why Join Be part of a fast-growing company in the AI and consumer tech space High ownership and autonomy over technical decisions Work closely with founders and a mission-driven team Strong market traction and growth potential Opportunity to shape a rapidly evolving industry
Job Title: Snowflake / Data Architect Salary: Paying up to 90,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Snowflake / Data Architect to join their team. Skills Solid experience in Data Engineering or Data Architecture, with a minimum of 4 years specialising in Snowflake platform design and governance. Data Architecture: Mastery of Data Warehouse design methodologies - Inmon, Kimball, and Data Vault 2.0 - with the judgement to apply the right pattern for the right use case. Technical Skills: Expert SQL and Python; hands-on experience with dbt (data build tool) or equivalent transformation frameworks. AWS Integration : Solid understanding of AWS IAM, S3 data lake patterns, and PrivateLink for cross-cloud data connectivity. AI Readiness : Practical experience architecting data infrastructure for AI/ML consumption - vector databases, embedding stores, and RAG pipeline integration. Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to translate complex data architecture into clear language for Business Analysts and non-technical stakeholders. Duties Data Modelling Standard: defining Star Schema patterns, Snowflake object hierarchies, and modelling conventions that serve as the Group-wide standard for all data products. Cross-Cloud Orchestration : Design and implement secure, high-throughput data pipelines connecting AWS S3 and Azure APIs through Snowflake - ensuring data integrity, lineage tracking, and end-to-end auditability. Snowflake Governance : Own the full security model for the Snowflake platform - RBAC policy design, dynamic data masking, row-level security, and comprehensive audit logging across all environments. FinOps for Data: Monitor Snowflake credit consumption patterns, identify and remediate high-cost query anti-patterns, and implement warehouse scheduling strategies to reduce operational data spend. AI Readiness: Architect data stores purpose-built for LLM consumption - including vector databases, embedding pipelines, and RAG-compatible data structures that will serve as the foundation for Bestway's AI product layer. Data Contracts : Partner with Business Analysts to formally define and document 'Data Contracts' between systems - creating clear, agreed interfaces between producers and consumers across the data platform.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Snowflake / Data Architect Salary: Paying up to 90,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Snowflake / Data Architect to join their team. Skills Solid experience in Data Engineering or Data Architecture, with a minimum of 4 years specialising in Snowflake platform design and governance. Data Architecture: Mastery of Data Warehouse design methodologies - Inmon, Kimball, and Data Vault 2.0 - with the judgement to apply the right pattern for the right use case. Technical Skills: Expert SQL and Python; hands-on experience with dbt (data build tool) or equivalent transformation frameworks. AWS Integration : Solid understanding of AWS IAM, S3 data lake patterns, and PrivateLink for cross-cloud data connectivity. AI Readiness : Practical experience architecting data infrastructure for AI/ML consumption - vector databases, embedding stores, and RAG pipeline integration. Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to translate complex data architecture into clear language for Business Analysts and non-technical stakeholders. Duties Data Modelling Standard: defining Star Schema patterns, Snowflake object hierarchies, and modelling conventions that serve as the Group-wide standard for all data products. Cross-Cloud Orchestration : Design and implement secure, high-throughput data pipelines connecting AWS S3 and Azure APIs through Snowflake - ensuring data integrity, lineage tracking, and end-to-end auditability. Snowflake Governance : Own the full security model for the Snowflake platform - RBAC policy design, dynamic data masking, row-level security, and comprehensive audit logging across all environments. FinOps for Data: Monitor Snowflake credit consumption patterns, identify and remediate high-cost query anti-patterns, and implement warehouse scheduling strategies to reduce operational data spend. AI Readiness: Architect data stores purpose-built for LLM consumption - including vector databases, embedding pipelines, and RAG-compatible data structures that will serve as the foundation for Bestway's AI product layer. Data Contracts : Partner with Business Analysts to formally define and document 'Data Contracts' between systems - creating clear, agreed interfaces between producers and consumers across the data platform.
We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Procurement and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Procurement modules for MBDA UK. Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of DS Procurement roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for SAP procurement modules. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on SAP procurement modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP procurement, especially in MM including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well the setup of interfaces. Additional experience within the logistics domain would also be beneficial. Experience of integrations of SAP procurement with Finance, Supply Chain and Vendor Management Systems. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 24, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Procurement and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Procurement modules for MBDA UK. Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of DS Procurement roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for SAP procurement modules. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on SAP procurement modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP procurement, especially in MM including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well the setup of interfaces. Additional experience within the logistics domain would also be beneficial. Experience of integrations of SAP procurement with Finance, Supply Chain and Vendor Management Systems. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Alma Personnel are pleased to announce we are currently working with our West Bromwich based client to recruit for an Administrator on a full time, permanent basis. The main duties of this role are:- You will be responsible for controlling the issue and receipt of technical drawings and project documentation. You will act as the interface between internal teams and external parties (including architects, engineers, subcontractors and main contractors), ensuring that current information is correctly filed, readily retrievable and issued within agreed timescales Portal administration: administer the upload and download of drawings and technical documentation within Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as Procore, Aconex, BIM 360 and Viewpoint Revision and version control: verify that incoming drawings are the latest revisions, and ensure superseded information is archived correctly to prevent the use of out-of-date documentation Distribution: issue and circulate updated information to the relevant project teams and supply chain partners in a timely manner Document control standards: maintain agreed naming conventions and folder structures across all digital platforms to support consistency and auditability Internal systems and records: maintain accurate project and document records within internal system M-Files, ensuring information is current, traceable and aligned with document control requirements Quality assurance checks: review uploaded files for clarity, correct metadata and compliance with document control procedures Team support: provide day-to-day support to the project team with document control queries and associated administrative activities. If you feel you have the correct experience for this role, please apply now stating why.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Alma Personnel are pleased to announce we are currently working with our West Bromwich based client to recruit for an Administrator on a full time, permanent basis. The main duties of this role are:- You will be responsible for controlling the issue and receipt of technical drawings and project documentation. You will act as the interface between internal teams and external parties (including architects, engineers, subcontractors and main contractors), ensuring that current information is correctly filed, readily retrievable and issued within agreed timescales Portal administration: administer the upload and download of drawings and technical documentation within Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as Procore, Aconex, BIM 360 and Viewpoint Revision and version control: verify that incoming drawings are the latest revisions, and ensure superseded information is archived correctly to prevent the use of out-of-date documentation Distribution: issue and circulate updated information to the relevant project teams and supply chain partners in a timely manner Document control standards: maintain agreed naming conventions and folder structures across all digital platforms to support consistency and auditability Internal systems and records: maintain accurate project and document records within internal system M-Files, ensuring information is current, traceable and aligned with document control requirements Quality assurance checks: review uploaded files for clarity, correct metadata and compliance with document control procedures Team support: provide day-to-day support to the project team with document control queries and associated administrative activities. If you feel you have the correct experience for this role, please apply now stating why.
Bolton We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Product / SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Product-related modules (PLM for MBDA UK and SAP Global Trade Services (GTS . Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of related DS roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for the related modules and SAP GTS. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on the related SAP modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP PLM, including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well as the setup of interfaces. Experience of integrations of SAP PLM with related systems and SAP GTS. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Bolton We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Product / SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Product-related modules (PLM for MBDA UK and SAP Global Trade Services (GTS . Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of related DS roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for the related modules and SAP GTS. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on the related SAP modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP PLM, including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well as the setup of interfaces. Experience of integrations of SAP PLM with related systems and SAP GTS. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Birchanger, Hertfordshire
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well-designed, well-governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architectural integrity and operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people-leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership: Build and deliver a long-term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with the CIO to ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, business applications and change. People Leadership & Team Development: Lead a multi-discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training and succession planning. Create a high-trust, high-performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation, processes and business knowledge to reduce key-person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership: Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall where appropriate) with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAID management and cross-functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go-live. Business Systems Management: Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well-maintained documentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platform concerns and supplier escalations. Drive simplification, standardisation and rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership: Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership: Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost-effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, Business Management or related field. Strong evidence of leadership in technology delivery, business systems or change management. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise-scale change functions. Skills and experience Strong leadership capability: team leadership, coaching, performance management. Deep understanding of business systems, integrations, software delivery lifecycle, and enterprise change management. Ability to oversee complex delivery portfolios, balancing capacity, risk and value. Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior levels. Knowledge of technology strategy, architecture governance, and vendor management. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Ability to constructively challenge, make decisive recommendations, and deliver difficult messages. Demonstrated ability to shape culture, drive behavioural change and embed new ways of working. Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well-designed, well-governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architectural integrity and operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people-leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership: Build and deliver a long-term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with the CIO to ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, business applications and change. People Leadership & Team Development: Lead a multi-discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training and succession planning. Create a high-trust, high-performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation, processes and business knowledge to reduce key-person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership: Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall where appropriate) with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAID management and cross-functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go-live. Business Systems Management: Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well-maintained documentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platform concerns and supplier escalations. Drive simplification, standardisation and rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership: Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership: Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost-effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, Business Management or related field. Strong evidence of leadership in technology delivery, business systems or change management. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise-scale change functions. Skills and experience Strong leadership capability: team leadership, coaching, performance management. Deep understanding of business systems, integrations, software delivery lifecycle, and enterprise change management. Ability to oversee complex delivery portfolios, balancing capacity, risk and value. Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior levels. Knowledge of technology strategy, architecture governance, and vendor management. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Ability to constructively challenge, make decisive recommendations, and deliver difficult messages. Demonstrated ability to shape culture, drive behavioural change and embed new ways of working. Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Bristol We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Systems Design Engineer to join our Synthetic Environment team. With opportunities to work with a dedicated team of engineers to help your own career development, this role is one not to be missed! Salary: Circa £40,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits Hybrid working pattern : Full time working on site with Ad hoc working from home due to work classification, with flexibility in working hours. Security Clearance : British Citizen. SC clearance The opportunity: An exciting opportunity to join a new and upcoming team within the RF Seekers and Datalinks directorate delivering the Synthetic RF Data for use in System Performance Models. As a team we are responsible for supporting MBDA's complex weapon programmes, working with our Customers and Suppliers towards developing and integrating the next generation RF missile seekers. In order to succeed, we require a high fidelity model which provides our missile team with all the representative real-world data they need to undertake the product design, development and acceptance process. The Design and Studies team is responsible for combining multiple customer requirements into one design for a singular tool suitable for all. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with multiple Systems Engineering teams across the company and internally with Modelling and Performance, Software Development and CAD Modelling teams. The team is heavily involved in Internal Research both independently and supporting other departments in MBDA. Day to day tasking could include: Requirements Analysis Developing System Architecture including Interface Definitions System Trade Studies Research Studies into RF Representation Presenting the outcome of studies to team members and external teams Generating Technical Requirements Specifications Identifying Opportunities for Process Improvement There could be an opportunity to get involved with Verification and Validation work as well if that is of interest. What we're looking for from you: You will be an enthusiastic, adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. You need the ability to achieve the appropriate level of security clearance. Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! We can help you develop your career and give you exposure to some incredible technologies and products. Essential experience: Maths, Physics or Engineering background Experience in Systems Engineering/Design and MBSE Good Problem Solving Skills Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills Detail oriented Our department is an encouraging community, in which you can develop your skills and gain experience. Whilst the following is desirable, we will provide support and opportunities to learn these as part of the role. Desirable experience: Matlab, DOORS Next and/or Rhapsody experience Knowledge of physics and technologies involved in RF Systems Knowledge of Signal Processing Algorithms Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Bristol We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Systems Design Engineer to join our Synthetic Environment team. With opportunities to work with a dedicated team of engineers to help your own career development, this role is one not to be missed! Salary: Circa £40,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits Hybrid working pattern : Full time working on site with Ad hoc working from home due to work classification, with flexibility in working hours. Security Clearance : British Citizen. SC clearance The opportunity: An exciting opportunity to join a new and upcoming team within the RF Seekers and Datalinks directorate delivering the Synthetic RF Data for use in System Performance Models. As a team we are responsible for supporting MBDA's complex weapon programmes, working with our Customers and Suppliers towards developing and integrating the next generation RF missile seekers. In order to succeed, we require a high fidelity model which provides our missile team with all the representative real-world data they need to undertake the product design, development and acceptance process. The Design and Studies team is responsible for combining multiple customer requirements into one design for a singular tool suitable for all. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with multiple Systems Engineering teams across the company and internally with Modelling and Performance, Software Development and CAD Modelling teams. The team is heavily involved in Internal Research both independently and supporting other departments in MBDA. Day to day tasking could include: Requirements Analysis Developing System Architecture including Interface Definitions System Trade Studies Research Studies into RF Representation Presenting the outcome of studies to team members and external teams Generating Technical Requirements Specifications Identifying Opportunities for Process Improvement There could be an opportunity to get involved with Verification and Validation work as well if that is of interest. What we're looking for from you: You will be an enthusiastic, adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. You need the ability to achieve the appropriate level of security clearance. Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! We can help you develop your career and give you exposure to some incredible technologies and products. Essential experience: Maths, Physics or Engineering background Experience in Systems Engineering/Design and MBSE Good Problem Solving Skills Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills Detail oriented Our department is an encouraging community, in which you can develop your skills and gain experience. Whilst the following is desirable, we will provide support and opportunities to learn these as part of the role. Desirable experience: Matlab, DOORS Next and/or Rhapsody experience Knowledge of physics and technologies involved in RF Systems Knowledge of Signal Processing Algorithms Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Your new company You'll be joining one of the largest housing groups in England, managing over 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands. The organisation is committed to providing high-quality, affordable housing while supporting thriving, sustainable communities. Your new role As a Senior Microsoft 365 Developer (Level 2), you will play a key role in driving digital transformation across the organisation through the design and delivery of innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. You will develop scalable applications, automate business processes, and integrate systems across Microsoft 365 and Azure services. Alongside hands-on development, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions and best practice standards.This role will also involve exploring emerging technologies such as Copilot Studio and AI tools to enhance productivity and user experience. What you'll need to succeed 4+ years' experience in business application development or a similar role Strong expertise in Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) Experience with Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive Solid knowledge of Dataverse, Microsoft Graph API, and Azure services (Logic Apps, Function Apps) Proficiency in JavaScript, C#, Power Fx, HTML, and CSS Experience integrating third-party systems using REST APIs and custom connectors Understanding of security and compliance within M365 (DLP, sensitivity labels, secure design) Experience working in Agile environments with DevOps practices (CI/CD, Azure DevOps) Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills Ability to mentor others and contribute to technical best practices What you'll get in return Competitive salary and excellent benefits package 24 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure, increasing with service Access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Occupational sick pay On-site gym access and wellbeing support (BHSF membership) Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology initiatives within a purpose-driven organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 24, 2026
Full time
Your new company You'll be joining one of the largest housing groups in England, managing over 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands. The organisation is committed to providing high-quality, affordable housing while supporting thriving, sustainable communities. Your new role As a Senior Microsoft 365 Developer (Level 2), you will play a key role in driving digital transformation across the organisation through the design and delivery of innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. You will develop scalable applications, automate business processes, and integrate systems across Microsoft 365 and Azure services. Alongside hands-on development, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions and best practice standards.This role will also involve exploring emerging technologies such as Copilot Studio and AI tools to enhance productivity and user experience. What you'll need to succeed 4+ years' experience in business application development or a similar role Strong expertise in Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) Experience with Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive Solid knowledge of Dataverse, Microsoft Graph API, and Azure services (Logic Apps, Function Apps) Proficiency in JavaScript, C#, Power Fx, HTML, and CSS Experience integrating third-party systems using REST APIs and custom connectors Understanding of security and compliance within M365 (DLP, sensitivity labels, secure design) Experience working in Agile environments with DevOps practices (CI/CD, Azure DevOps) Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills Ability to mentor others and contribute to technical best practices What you'll get in return Competitive salary and excellent benefits package 24 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure, increasing with service Access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Occupational sick pay On-site gym access and wellbeing support (BHSF membership) Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology initiatives within a purpose-driven organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Harper May is partnering with an evolving financial services organisation to appoint a strategic Finance Director . As the business enters a pivotal growth phase, this role will be instrumental in enhancing financial visibility, driving performance, and maturing the firm's finance capability within a regulated landscape. The Role Reporting to the Executive leadership, the Finance Director will assume full accountability for the finance function. This high-impact role requires a leader who can balance technical financial control with the foresight needed to drive strategic initiatives. You will act as a key architect in the firm's development, ensuring finance is a value-adding partner to the wider business. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and evolve the finance function to support long-term scaling and corporate objectives. Commercial Insight: Provide high-level intelligence to the Executive team, identifying profitability drivers and advising on business performance. Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive management information and board packs, ensuring clarity on the firm's financial trajectory. Planning & Forecasting: Lead budgeting and long-term financial planning cycles, aligning fiscal strategy with growth targets. Systems & Process: Proactively implement improvements to financial systems, automation, and reporting frameworks. Capital & Cash Management: Rigorously monitor cash flow, liquidity, and the firm's overall financial position. Governance & Control: Maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and robust controls in line with regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into strategic narratives. Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and commercial curiosity. Candidate Profile Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience. Sector Expertise: Proven track record at a senior level (FD or Head of Finance) within Financial Services or a similarly regulated environment. Strategic Vision: A leader who looks beyond the ledger to provide genuine commercial direction. Technical Mastery: Exceptional reporting and analytical skills with a meticulous approach to data integrity. Leadership: Strong experience in professionalising finance teams and developing talent. Communication: An influential communicator capable of building immediate rapport with Board-level stakeholders.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Harper May is partnering with an evolving financial services organisation to appoint a strategic Finance Director . As the business enters a pivotal growth phase, this role will be instrumental in enhancing financial visibility, driving performance, and maturing the firm's finance capability within a regulated landscape. The Role Reporting to the Executive leadership, the Finance Director will assume full accountability for the finance function. This high-impact role requires a leader who can balance technical financial control with the foresight needed to drive strategic initiatives. You will act as a key architect in the firm's development, ensuring finance is a value-adding partner to the wider business. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and evolve the finance function to support long-term scaling and corporate objectives. Commercial Insight: Provide high-level intelligence to the Executive team, identifying profitability drivers and advising on business performance. Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive management information and board packs, ensuring clarity on the firm's financial trajectory. Planning & Forecasting: Lead budgeting and long-term financial planning cycles, aligning fiscal strategy with growth targets. Systems & Process: Proactively implement improvements to financial systems, automation, and reporting frameworks. Capital & Cash Management: Rigorously monitor cash flow, liquidity, and the firm's overall financial position. Governance & Control: Maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and robust controls in line with regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into strategic narratives. Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and commercial curiosity. Candidate Profile Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience. Sector Expertise: Proven track record at a senior level (FD or Head of Finance) within Financial Services or a similarly regulated environment. Strategic Vision: A leader who looks beyond the ledger to provide genuine commercial direction. Technical Mastery: Exceptional reporting and analytical skills with a meticulous approach to data integrity. Leadership: Strong experience in professionalising finance teams and developing talent. Communication: An influential communicator capable of building immediate rapport with Board-level stakeholders.
SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation seeking a SAP Senior Enterprise Architect to join their Technology team in Nottingham. This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of enterprise-wide architecture across ERP, finance, and logistics, shaping strategy and driving large-scale transformation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, influence key decisions, and lead the evolution of complex technology landscapes including S/4HANA. This role is ideal for someone operating at enterprise level who can confidently align business outcomes with technology direction. Key Responsibilities: • Own and evolve enterprise architecture across ERP technologies, including optimisation of S/4HANA and migration from legacy systems • Define target architectures and transition roadmaps aligned to strategic business priorities • Provide architectural leadership across major Finance and Logistics programmes • Act as a senior design authority, reviewing and approving solution designs • Collaborate with business leaders to shape IT strategy, investment decisions, and roadmaps • Contribute to architecture governance and continuous improvement of EA practices • Ensure alignment with enterprise standards including integration, data, security, identity, and platform strategy • Mentor and support architects, driving consistency and development across the team Key Requirements: • Proven experience delivering SAP-centric or ERP enterprise architecture within large, complex organisations • Strong enterprise-level experience across strategy, roadmaps, and investment decision-making • Ability to translate business strategy into clear technology direction and outcomes • Experience influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders • Strong understanding of finance and or logistics systems and how they integrate across wider architecture • Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes, with S/4HANA desirable but not essential • Previous leadership or line management experience • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities. SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance
May 23, 2026
Full time
SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation seeking a SAP Senior Enterprise Architect to join their Technology team in Nottingham. This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of enterprise-wide architecture across ERP, finance, and logistics, shaping strategy and driving large-scale transformation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, influence key decisions, and lead the evolution of complex technology landscapes including S/4HANA. This role is ideal for someone operating at enterprise level who can confidently align business outcomes with technology direction. Key Responsibilities: • Own and evolve enterprise architecture across ERP technologies, including optimisation of S/4HANA and migration from legacy systems • Define target architectures and transition roadmaps aligned to strategic business priorities • Provide architectural leadership across major Finance and Logistics programmes • Act as a senior design authority, reviewing and approving solution designs • Collaborate with business leaders to shape IT strategy, investment decisions, and roadmaps • Contribute to architecture governance and continuous improvement of EA practices • Ensure alignment with enterprise standards including integration, data, security, identity, and platform strategy • Mentor and support architects, driving consistency and development across the team Key Requirements: • Proven experience delivering SAP-centric or ERP enterprise architecture within large, complex organisations • Strong enterprise-level experience across strategy, roadmaps, and investment decision-making • Ability to translate business strategy into clear technology direction and outcomes • Experience influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders • Strong understanding of finance and or logistics systems and how they integrate across wider architecture • Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes, with S/4HANA desirable but not essential • Previous leadership or line management experience • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities. SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance
Principal Salesforce Developer 3-month contract (possible extension) £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35) Full time - 1 day per week in either London / Cardiff / Glasgow office MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE A Governing Body is seeking an experienced Principal Salesforce Developer to lead the application operations and administration strategy for a large, complex Salesforce environment. This is a senior hands-on leadership position overseeing platform performance, governance, optimisation, and the direction of Salesforce application operations.This role sits within a multidisciplinary Digital, Data and Security Services function, and aligns with senior-level Application Operations roles within wider Government Digital and Data frameworks. Purpose of the Role The Principal Salesforce Administrator owns the overall Salesforce administration strategy and leads the delivery, support, and continuous improvement of the platform. You will ensure the environment remains stable, resilient, and optimised, while overseeing administrators and external delivery partners.You will be accountable for: Platform performance and operational excellence Robust configuration, integration governance, and release processes Strategic alignment with digital, data and security objectives Vendor, supplier, and systems integrator oversight Mentoring and upskilling team members Leading the long-term operational roadmap for Salesforce Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with senior stakeholders across digital, data, security, architecture, and operations. Provide authoritative guidance on Salesforce application operations. Oversee systems integrator activity to maintain quality, alignment, and delivery outcomes. Technical Oversight & Assurance Ensure operational performance, resilience, and optimisation of the Salesforce platform. Provide expert assurance on configuration, integrations, automation, releases, and governance controls. Ensure compliance with standards and contractual obligations. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Identify enhancement opportunities and introduce process improvements. Recommend new tools, approaches, or methods that improve platform reliability and service outcomes. Mentorship & Capability Development Coach and develop Salesforce Administrators. Promote best practice across the team and ensure operational standards are met. Support skills development and professional learning pathways. Architectural & Strategic Leadership Lead Salesforce application operations strategy, including operational models and platform evolution. Support longer-term technology planning and alignment with architectural direction. Skills & Experience Required Essential Deep operational expertise managing complex Salesforce environments. Previous leadership experience in application operations or platform engineering. Proven experience managing suppliers and technical risks. Experience leading a Salesforce Administration team. Ability to hold (or currently hold) the following certifications within 6 months: Salesforce Certified App Builder Salesforce Certified Advanced Administrator Active SC Clearance (mandatory). Desirable Experience overseeing offshore systems integrators or managed service providers. If you have appropriate experience, and an active SC Clearance, please feel free to apply. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
May 23, 2026
Seasonal
Principal Salesforce Developer 3-month contract (possible extension) £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35) Full time - 1 day per week in either London / Cardiff / Glasgow office MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE A Governing Body is seeking an experienced Principal Salesforce Developer to lead the application operations and administration strategy for a large, complex Salesforce environment. This is a senior hands-on leadership position overseeing platform performance, governance, optimisation, and the direction of Salesforce application operations.This role sits within a multidisciplinary Digital, Data and Security Services function, and aligns with senior-level Application Operations roles within wider Government Digital and Data frameworks. Purpose of the Role The Principal Salesforce Administrator owns the overall Salesforce administration strategy and leads the delivery, support, and continuous improvement of the platform. You will ensure the environment remains stable, resilient, and optimised, while overseeing administrators and external delivery partners.You will be accountable for: Platform performance and operational excellence Robust configuration, integration governance, and release processes Strategic alignment with digital, data and security objectives Vendor, supplier, and systems integrator oversight Mentoring and upskilling team members Leading the long-term operational roadmap for Salesforce Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with senior stakeholders across digital, data, security, architecture, and operations. Provide authoritative guidance on Salesforce application operations. Oversee systems integrator activity to maintain quality, alignment, and delivery outcomes. Technical Oversight & Assurance Ensure operational performance, resilience, and optimisation of the Salesforce platform. Provide expert assurance on configuration, integrations, automation, releases, and governance controls. Ensure compliance with standards and contractual obligations. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Identify enhancement opportunities and introduce process improvements. Recommend new tools, approaches, or methods that improve platform reliability and service outcomes. Mentorship & Capability Development Coach and develop Salesforce Administrators. Promote best practice across the team and ensure operational standards are met. Support skills development and professional learning pathways. Architectural & Strategic Leadership Lead Salesforce application operations strategy, including operational models and platform evolution. Support longer-term technology planning and alignment with architectural direction. Skills & Experience Required Essential Deep operational expertise managing complex Salesforce environments. Previous leadership experience in application operations or platform engineering. Proven experience managing suppliers and technical risks. Experience leading a Salesforce Administration team. Ability to hold (or currently hold) the following certifications within 6 months: Salesforce Certified App Builder Salesforce Certified Advanced Administrator Active SC Clearance (mandatory). Desirable Experience overseeing offshore systems integrators or managed service providers. If you have appropriate experience, and an active SC Clearance, please feel free to apply. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
SharePoint/ Office 365 Consultant - Hybrid / Canary Wharf - 6 month Contract - Banking TIER 1 BANK IN CANARY WHARF Role - SharePoint/ Office 365 Consultant Duration - 6 months with very likely extension Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf - 3 days per week in a Canary Wharf office Rate - 490 per day (Inside IR35) Tech Stack - Sharepoint Office 365 Power apps Power Automate HTML, Javascript, CSS Tasks - Working with the team and the wider development team to both grow and to help adopt Agile like methodologies with practical implementation alongside the daily operation support people for existing SharePoint/Office 365 applications. Working with the wider Development and Architecture teams to develop and establish best practices of SharePoint/Office 365. Contributing to and regularly leading the technical and design workshops within the team. Critically and actively conducting code review procedures to ensure improvement in skills across the team. Participating in exercises to both plan and estimate upcoming work volumes. Contributing to the rollout of new tools and applications that will improve the development processes. Enhancing performance, scalability and security issues across the design and implementation phases. Following "Change Management Control procedures" to get approvals for any updates in the Production systems and providing "Maintenance reports" for non-Production environments. Participating in both definition and configuration of SharePoint/Office 365 environments in the Disaster Recovery sites. Encouraging and supporting the continuous improvement and upskilling of all members in the team, as well as the wider development department Development of Office 365 tools including SharePoint Online (PowerApps, Power Automate and SPFX or ReactJS). Analysing of business requirements and providing constructive feedback. Creating documentation to detail deliverables by the relevant teams with enough depth for both technical and business viewpoints. Providing scripts for database enquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to provide both analysis and exporting data etc. based on business requirements. GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 23, 2026
Contractor
SharePoint/ Office 365 Consultant - Hybrid / Canary Wharf - 6 month Contract - Banking TIER 1 BANK IN CANARY WHARF Role - SharePoint/ Office 365 Consultant Duration - 6 months with very likely extension Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf - 3 days per week in a Canary Wharf office Rate - 490 per day (Inside IR35) Tech Stack - Sharepoint Office 365 Power apps Power Automate HTML, Javascript, CSS Tasks - Working with the team and the wider development team to both grow and to help adopt Agile like methodologies with practical implementation alongside the daily operation support people for existing SharePoint/Office 365 applications. Working with the wider Development and Architecture teams to develop and establish best practices of SharePoint/Office 365. Contributing to and regularly leading the technical and design workshops within the team. Critically and actively conducting code review procedures to ensure improvement in skills across the team. Participating in exercises to both plan and estimate upcoming work volumes. Contributing to the rollout of new tools and applications that will improve the development processes. Enhancing performance, scalability and security issues across the design and implementation phases. Following "Change Management Control procedures" to get approvals for any updates in the Production systems and providing "Maintenance reports" for non-Production environments. Participating in both definition and configuration of SharePoint/Office 365 environments in the Disaster Recovery sites. Encouraging and supporting the continuous improvement and upskilling of all members in the team, as well as the wider development department Development of Office 365 tools including SharePoint Online (PowerApps, Power Automate and SPFX or ReactJS). Analysing of business requirements and providing constructive feedback. Creating documentation to detail deliverables by the relevant teams with enough depth for both technical and business viewpoints. Providing scripts for database enquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to provide both analysis and exporting data etc. based on business requirements. GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Finance & Accounts Administrator (2 Year Fixed Term Contract) Location: Birmingham Package: (phone number removed) , 25 days holiday, early Friday finishes, and more Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, 2:30pm finish on Fridays A highly experienced and RIBA Chartered Architecture practice in Birmingham, are hiring for Finance and Accounts Administrator on a 2 year fixed term contract . This medium sized practice offer a comprehensive range of architectural services, and have grown at a consistent rate to over 40 members of staff This position is a crucial role, to supporting day to day financial operations. The role involves managing invoicing processes, payroll administration, purchase order creation, and coordinating payment runs. If you are a Finance Assistant, seeking a new challenge within a forward thinking employer, then look no further Finance Assistant Job Responsibilities Invoicing (Accounts Receivable & Payable) Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on time Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding and approvals Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on payments Liaise with external bookkeeper and accountants to support financial processes and reporting Payroll Administration Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets Purchase Orders Create and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures Track and reconcile purchase orders with invoices Payment Runs Prepare and set up payments for scheduled payment runs Verify payment details and ensure proper authorization Maintain accurate records of all outgoing payments General Finance Support Reconcile bank statements and financial records Assist with month-end processes and reporting Maintain organised financial documentation and filing systems Finance Assistant Job Requirements Previous experience in an administrative or account's role Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Excel Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach Able to quickly learn & adapt to new systems - 'Deltek PIM (Project Information Management) - training to be provided. Finance Assistant Salary & Benefits Salary dependant on experience, ranging from 25,000- 30,000 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Pension and annual bonus scheme 14:30 finish on Fridays Extra perks including CPDs, team outings, mentoring, cycle to work, and more Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance & Accounts Administrator (2 Year Fixed Term Contract) Location: Birmingham Package: (phone number removed) , 25 days holiday, early Friday finishes, and more Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, 2:30pm finish on Fridays A highly experienced and RIBA Chartered Architecture practice in Birmingham, are hiring for Finance and Accounts Administrator on a 2 year fixed term contract . This medium sized practice offer a comprehensive range of architectural services, and have grown at a consistent rate to over 40 members of staff This position is a crucial role, to supporting day to day financial operations. The role involves managing invoicing processes, payroll administration, purchase order creation, and coordinating payment runs. If you are a Finance Assistant, seeking a new challenge within a forward thinking employer, then look no further Finance Assistant Job Responsibilities Invoicing (Accounts Receivable & Payable) Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on time Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding and approvals Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on payments Liaise with external bookkeeper and accountants to support financial processes and reporting Payroll Administration Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets Purchase Orders Create and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures Track and reconcile purchase orders with invoices Payment Runs Prepare and set up payments for scheduled payment runs Verify payment details and ensure proper authorization Maintain accurate records of all outgoing payments General Finance Support Reconcile bank statements and financial records Assist with month-end processes and reporting Maintain organised financial documentation and filing systems Finance Assistant Job Requirements Previous experience in an administrative or account's role Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Excel Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach Able to quickly learn & adapt to new systems - 'Deltek PIM (Project Information Management) - training to be provided. Finance Assistant Salary & Benefits Salary dependant on experience, ranging from 25,000- 30,000 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Pension and annual bonus scheme 14:30 finish on Fridays Extra perks including CPDs, team outings, mentoring, cycle to work, and more Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
My client are looking for a Contract Senior Software Developer to design, build, and maintain microservices-based applications and data engineering pipelines. This role requires strong hands-on development experience across Java services, backend systems, and data processing platforms, with a focus on building scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions. The role involves close collaboration with data engineers, QA, product, and platform teams to deliver high-quality services and data products across a complex enterprise environment. Technical Skills & Experience Core Skills Strong hands-on experience developing Java-based applications in a microservices architecture. Solid experience building and maintaining backend services and APIs. Experience contributing to data engineering pipelines, including ETL/ELT workflows, batch processing, and scheduled data builds. Strong understanding of data modelling, transformations, and downstream data consumption. Experience with performance tuning for backend services or data pipelines. Proficient SQL skills for data analysis, validation, and troubleshooting. Experience working with data warehouses, data lakes, or big data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, Spark). Engineering Practices & Tooling Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build and deployment processes. Strong experience with version control systems (Git). Experience developing in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Understanding of distributed systems, service communication patterns, and fault tolerance. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is desirable. Interested? Apply here or email your CV to (url removed)
May 23, 2026
Contractor
My client are looking for a Contract Senior Software Developer to design, build, and maintain microservices-based applications and data engineering pipelines. This role requires strong hands-on development experience across Java services, backend systems, and data processing platforms, with a focus on building scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions. The role involves close collaboration with data engineers, QA, product, and platform teams to deliver high-quality services and data products across a complex enterprise environment. Technical Skills & Experience Core Skills Strong hands-on experience developing Java-based applications in a microservices architecture. Solid experience building and maintaining backend services and APIs. Experience contributing to data engineering pipelines, including ETL/ELT workflows, batch processing, and scheduled data builds. Strong understanding of data modelling, transformations, and downstream data consumption. Experience with performance tuning for backend services or data pipelines. Proficient SQL skills for data analysis, validation, and troubleshooting. Experience working with data warehouses, data lakes, or big data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, Spark). Engineering Practices & Tooling Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build and deployment processes. Strong experience with version control systems (Git). Experience developing in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Understanding of distributed systems, service communication patterns, and fault tolerance. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is desirable. Interested? Apply here or email your CV to (url removed)
Job Title Infrastructure Engineer Location Swinton, Manchester wih potential for hybrid working Reports to (direct) Head of Infrastructure Salary £45-50k p.a., pension, 24 days holidays Our client, a UK based consulting company, has established an exciting opportunity for an Infrastructure Engineer to work with the infrastructure team to implement, maintain, optimise and support multi-site Infrastructure on-prem and, potentially in the cloud. Candidates will: - utilise expertise with Windows Servers, Azure cloud, VMware hypervisors and SAN storage to maintain business continuity. - take part in incident escalations to recover or prevent business disruptions. - Proactively assist in capacity, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Roles and Responsibilities Work with and be part of the infrastructure team to ensure business objectives are achieved. Implement, manage and support the internal IT Infrastructure at an enterprise level. Proactively support the business and ensure hardware and software systems are patched and up to date. Daily use of the company ticketing system to respond, communicate and document incidents, problems and service requests in a timely and professional manner. Create, update and maintain installation, implementation, maintenance and configuration documentation as needed. Support the wider business by ensuring system performance, uptime, customer SLA's and internal metrics are met. Abide by and comply with company compliance standards, policies, guidelines and or procedures. Support multiple environments; on-prem office, datacentre, virtual environments, networks, physical and or cloud solutions as required. Participate in paid out of hours support as part of the On-call rota. Occasional travel required between offices and datacentres. Required skills, knowledge & experience Possess at least 5 years experience in a hands-on enterprise Infrastructure support role. Excellent understanding and experience managing Active Directory. Certified in at least one of the following: MCSA Windows server VCP Cloud Foundation Azure Administrator Associate Ability to attain relevant security clearance (SC clearance). Working knowledge of HA, DR and N+1 enterprise architecture. Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills. Must be able to work under pressure. Ability to research and recommend solutions for technical issues. Must stay current in knowledge of IT technologies, solutions and best practices. Working experience with Azure cloud platforms. Excellent problem-solving skills. Be able to communicate complex technical details to a non-technical audience. Desirable skills, knowledge & experience: Certified in one of the following: CCNA, MCSE, VCP Datacentre and or Azure Architect. Experience with SQL and clusters. SAN and storage management experience. Windows Cluster management experience. Administration of Load balancers. Knowledge of Infrastructure and application security.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title Infrastructure Engineer Location Swinton, Manchester wih potential for hybrid working Reports to (direct) Head of Infrastructure Salary £45-50k p.a., pension, 24 days holidays Our client, a UK based consulting company, has established an exciting opportunity for an Infrastructure Engineer to work with the infrastructure team to implement, maintain, optimise and support multi-site Infrastructure on-prem and, potentially in the cloud. Candidates will: - utilise expertise with Windows Servers, Azure cloud, VMware hypervisors and SAN storage to maintain business continuity. - take part in incident escalations to recover or prevent business disruptions. - Proactively assist in capacity, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Roles and Responsibilities Work with and be part of the infrastructure team to ensure business objectives are achieved. Implement, manage and support the internal IT Infrastructure at an enterprise level. Proactively support the business and ensure hardware and software systems are patched and up to date. Daily use of the company ticketing system to respond, communicate and document incidents, problems and service requests in a timely and professional manner. Create, update and maintain installation, implementation, maintenance and configuration documentation as needed. Support the wider business by ensuring system performance, uptime, customer SLA's and internal metrics are met. Abide by and comply with company compliance standards, policies, guidelines and or procedures. Support multiple environments; on-prem office, datacentre, virtual environments, networks, physical and or cloud solutions as required. Participate in paid out of hours support as part of the On-call rota. Occasional travel required between offices and datacentres. Required skills, knowledge & experience Possess at least 5 years experience in a hands-on enterprise Infrastructure support role. Excellent understanding and experience managing Active Directory. Certified in at least one of the following: MCSA Windows server VCP Cloud Foundation Azure Administrator Associate Ability to attain relevant security clearance (SC clearance). Working knowledge of HA, DR and N+1 enterprise architecture. Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills. Must be able to work under pressure. Ability to research and recommend solutions for technical issues. Must stay current in knowledge of IT technologies, solutions and best practices. Working experience with Azure cloud platforms. Excellent problem-solving skills. Be able to communicate complex technical details to a non-technical audience. Desirable skills, knowledge & experience: Certified in one of the following: CCNA, MCSE, VCP Datacentre and or Azure Architect. Experience with SQL and clusters. SAN and storage management experience. Windows Cluster management experience. Administration of Load balancers. Knowledge of Infrastructure and application security.
The Associates Global are seeking an experienced Data Architect to work on an enterprise scale data transformation with a brilliant company with a very low turnover of staff. The role will see you work alongside EA's and the DQ team to help define the future data landscape for this organisation which is most definitely moving to cloud based systems. This role requires a Data Architect who has the ability to help define and grow the company's Data landscape across product changes, the consolidation of systems, AI adoption and support the various procurement processes. The successful Data Architect will need to have excellent communication skills and ideally a background that spans traditional RDBMS systems as well as more modern cloud based systems. The ideal tech stack experience would include, Oracle (on prem and cloud), SQL Server, Data Factory and Fabric. You will also provide guidance on the future adoption and use of unstructured data. Some of the pressing tasks you will undertake include building Enterprise Data models, Creating new Data structures for one of their primary systems, work with DQ to consolidate multiple Masters and copies as well as give consideration to Digital and web data. You will also guide a number of LLD's to outcomes. Ownership Define and maintain the data architecture strategy and roadmap, across all business capabilities, enabling business outcomes, and technical remediation, with a particular focus on the needs of the key partners, Data Service Team, and the Data Governance Team Define and ensure adherence to data architecture principles, patterns, and standards Assure technology change initiatives from a data perspective Support technology procurement processes (RFI / RFP) from a data perspective Liaise with vendors and company partners where appropriate Key contributor to business cases and proposals Continuously evaluate the data landscapes for architectural debt, modernisation opportunities, and decommissioning candidates Partner with solution, technical architects, developers, and DevOps teams to implement architecture decisions Align with the other enterprise architecture domains to ensure data supports a robust business, applications, security, and integration architecture Stay ahead of emerging technologies like AI and automation Assess and recommend data technology innovation that can enable business innovation Maintain architectural artefacts to an excellent quality (e.g. diagrams, catalogues, principles, standards), advocating use of EA tools to centralise and link domains for impact assessment Play a central authoritative role in architectural governance for data management and maturity Contribute to the overarching technology strategy and roadmap Create and maintain a data architecture annual plan, developing and maturing the capability over time. This is a brilliant role with room to grow in a business that truly values it's employees. You will be required to work on site for 2 days a week (London Bridge closest station). The team are highly collaborative and it is therefore paramount that you are a team player.
May 23, 2026
Full time
The Associates Global are seeking an experienced Data Architect to work on an enterprise scale data transformation with a brilliant company with a very low turnover of staff. The role will see you work alongside EA's and the DQ team to help define the future data landscape for this organisation which is most definitely moving to cloud based systems. This role requires a Data Architect who has the ability to help define and grow the company's Data landscape across product changes, the consolidation of systems, AI adoption and support the various procurement processes. The successful Data Architect will need to have excellent communication skills and ideally a background that spans traditional RDBMS systems as well as more modern cloud based systems. The ideal tech stack experience would include, Oracle (on prem and cloud), SQL Server, Data Factory and Fabric. You will also provide guidance on the future adoption and use of unstructured data. Some of the pressing tasks you will undertake include building Enterprise Data models, Creating new Data structures for one of their primary systems, work with DQ to consolidate multiple Masters and copies as well as give consideration to Digital and web data. You will also guide a number of LLD's to outcomes. Ownership Define and maintain the data architecture strategy and roadmap, across all business capabilities, enabling business outcomes, and technical remediation, with a particular focus on the needs of the key partners, Data Service Team, and the Data Governance Team Define and ensure adherence to data architecture principles, patterns, and standards Assure technology change initiatives from a data perspective Support technology procurement processes (RFI / RFP) from a data perspective Liaise with vendors and company partners where appropriate Key contributor to business cases and proposals Continuously evaluate the data landscapes for architectural debt, modernisation opportunities, and decommissioning candidates Partner with solution, technical architects, developers, and DevOps teams to implement architecture decisions Align with the other enterprise architecture domains to ensure data supports a robust business, applications, security, and integration architecture Stay ahead of emerging technologies like AI and automation Assess and recommend data technology innovation that can enable business innovation Maintain architectural artefacts to an excellent quality (e.g. diagrams, catalogues, principles, standards), advocating use of EA tools to centralise and link domains for impact assessment Play a central authoritative role in architectural governance for data management and maturity Contribute to the overarching technology strategy and roadmap Create and maintain a data architecture annual plan, developing and maturing the capability over time. This is a brilliant role with room to grow in a business that truly values it's employees. You will be required to work on site for 2 days a week (London Bridge closest station). The team are highly collaborative and it is therefore paramount that you are a team player.
Job Title: Electrification Services Product Owner - (phone number removed) Duties: Seamless and Smart Energy (S&SE) is responsible for the customer experiences within this theme. As the Electrification Services Product Owner within the S&SE theme you will be responsible for co-ordinating the release of value from all supporting Portfolio Epics and their respective owners in line with an agreed quarterly ambition. You will collaborate across domains and work on problem-to-solution engineering, ensuring that Technologies, Services and Features are aligned with Modern Luxury, House of Brands and the Theme. In addition, you will manage the interface with Portfolio Epic / Capability owners and their delivery teams, working collaboratively to define and deliver the key work packages each Quarter. Main Responsibilities Own the product backlog, ensuring it is up to date, prioritised and reflects stakeholder needs. Escalation where required. Overall plan alignment with respect to timing and delivery Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and development teams. Facilitate regular communication with internal and external stakeholders in order to align priorities and expectations. Manage competing priorities and negotiate with stakeholders to balance short-term needs with long-term goals. Responsible for the co-ordination and governance cadence of the Theme including QBR/BRP ceremonies and Theme level sprint showcases as required Collaborate across the Theme to ensure synergies are captured and dependencies are highlighted. Skills: Essential Requirements Proven experience in EV charging, mobility services, or digital operations, ideally within an eMSP, CPO, or automotive environment. Strong understanding of the Public Charging eco-system, roaming hubs and backend integration with OEM systems. Strong understanding of the market and operational landscape (markets, CRC, engineering operations) Experience managing third-party service providers and technical vendors in a high-availability digital service environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret operational data and drive performance improvements. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working across technical and commercial teams. Familiarity with customer-facing digital platforms (apps, portals) and their operational dependencies. Knowledge of relevant compliance areas such as GDPR, and EV roaming regulations (AFIR). Customer first mindset Good understanding of energy sector, including competitor and market awareness Project management, leadership and planning skills are essential, along with good teamwork and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strategic thinking is also essential. Able to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with longer term strategic view. Desirable Skills Knowledge of global EV charging market, in particular; public charging, market structures, and regulatory backdrop Experience with CRM, billing, and customer support systems in a service-led environment. Understanding of the broader EV ecosystem, including smart charging, energy services, and V2G. Experience scaling digital services across multiple European markets or globally. Ability to rapidly understand the key concepts of the system of interest and to lead groups of subject matter experts to design and architect these systems Ability to resolve complex, cross functional and cross-domain systems engineering problems Experience operating inside an Agile framework Good understanding of automotive industry, including competitor and market awareness Education: Degree or relevant equivalent experience.
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Electrification Services Product Owner - (phone number removed) Duties: Seamless and Smart Energy (S&SE) is responsible for the customer experiences within this theme. As the Electrification Services Product Owner within the S&SE theme you will be responsible for co-ordinating the release of value from all supporting Portfolio Epics and their respective owners in line with an agreed quarterly ambition. You will collaborate across domains and work on problem-to-solution engineering, ensuring that Technologies, Services and Features are aligned with Modern Luxury, House of Brands and the Theme. In addition, you will manage the interface with Portfolio Epic / Capability owners and their delivery teams, working collaboratively to define and deliver the key work packages each Quarter. Main Responsibilities Own the product backlog, ensuring it is up to date, prioritised and reflects stakeholder needs. Escalation where required. Overall plan alignment with respect to timing and delivery Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and development teams. Facilitate regular communication with internal and external stakeholders in order to align priorities and expectations. Manage competing priorities and negotiate with stakeholders to balance short-term needs with long-term goals. Responsible for the co-ordination and governance cadence of the Theme including QBR/BRP ceremonies and Theme level sprint showcases as required Collaborate across the Theme to ensure synergies are captured and dependencies are highlighted. Skills: Essential Requirements Proven experience in EV charging, mobility services, or digital operations, ideally within an eMSP, CPO, or automotive environment. Strong understanding of the Public Charging eco-system, roaming hubs and backend integration with OEM systems. Strong understanding of the market and operational landscape (markets, CRC, engineering operations) Experience managing third-party service providers and technical vendors in a high-availability digital service environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret operational data and drive performance improvements. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working across technical and commercial teams. Familiarity with customer-facing digital platforms (apps, portals) and their operational dependencies. Knowledge of relevant compliance areas such as GDPR, and EV roaming regulations (AFIR). Customer first mindset Good understanding of energy sector, including competitor and market awareness Project management, leadership and planning skills are essential, along with good teamwork and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strategic thinking is also essential. Able to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with longer term strategic view. Desirable Skills Knowledge of global EV charging market, in particular; public charging, market structures, and regulatory backdrop Experience with CRM, billing, and customer support systems in a service-led environment. Understanding of the broader EV ecosystem, including smart charging, energy services, and V2G. Experience scaling digital services across multiple European markets or globally. Ability to rapidly understand the key concepts of the system of interest and to lead groups of subject matter experts to design and architect these systems Ability to resolve complex, cross functional and cross-domain systems engineering problems Experience operating inside an Agile framework Good understanding of automotive industry, including competitor and market awareness Education: Degree or relevant equivalent experience.
Senior Network Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile Working as a Network Implementation engineer is to provide technical implementation services to support the evolution and ongoing support of the Bank EMEA IP Network in response to projects, upgrades, and feature enhancements. The work is always aligned to the current and approved architectural, roadmaps, technology standards, templates, governance, and change management policies. The main technology area of focus for the role is Business to Business connectivity via various DMZ's throughout EMEA via both public and private connections. The role is primarily focused on refreshing network devices that are approaching end of support dates. Key Responsibilities: Ability to analyses in detail current in production designs and network environments and report on these in detail via direct access, network tools and or automations scripts. Build Cisco network solutions based upon standards and predefined strategies with a strong focus on business-to-business solutions via DMZ's. Works with Design, Operations and Architecture Engineering in a "knowledge sharing" capacity in support of the team's adoption and successful delivery of network solutions. Plays a strong role in project delivery lifecycle management. Create detailed implementation plans for all designs, including test, accept criteria, back-out, validation plans and procedures. Adheres to project close-out practices such as asset tracking, inventories, documentation and the related systems, tools, and process updates. Perform design reviews so that other team members understand how a design is set up and answer any questions and address any issues highlighted. Very Strong technical knowledge: - Cisco IOS XE, Routing, Switching, DMZ designs, Multicast, BGP, Firewalls, VPN, ACL, Network Security, Latency, Leased Line, Colo Cross Connects, Internet Access, Tunnelling protocols, SSL/TLS, GRE & IPSEC. Technical knowledge of Load Balancers, Fortinet Firewall, McAfee/Skyhigh Proxy, Arista, DNS, NAC (802.1x), QoS, ISIS, OSPF, NHRP, MPLS, L2TP, Wireless/Wi-Fi solutions, AAA, Cable, Core WAN/MAN Technologies, Dark Fiber, DWDM, Carrier Circuits SD-ACCESS & MACSEC. Skills & Experience: Extensive experience required in Data Networking-related disciplines; design, build, and implementation of network solutions especially within the Business-to-business/DMZ environments utilising primarily Cisco equipment. Strong knowledge of Network Security Good computer skills and the use of various applications such as MS Office, MS Visio to support documentation required to deliver projects. Ability to assemble professional documents and artifacts. knowledge and experience using tooling, includes but is not limited to Splunk, network captures, debugging, Sniffer/wire Shark, etc. Leadership: Self-starter, self-directed, shows initiative and ownership Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates. Industry Certifications such as CCNP and CCIE are desirable but not essential as experience is more important. Experience with Network Automation tools and processes, with a knowledge of Python, Ansible, Perl, PowerShell, etc. would be very desirable. Ability to recognize opportunities for automation and process improvements. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Senior Network Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile Working as a Network Implementation engineer is to provide technical implementation services to support the evolution and ongoing support of the Bank EMEA IP Network in response to projects, upgrades, and feature enhancements. The work is always aligned to the current and approved architectural, roadmaps, technology standards, templates, governance, and change management policies. The main technology area of focus for the role is Business to Business connectivity via various DMZ's throughout EMEA via both public and private connections. The role is primarily focused on refreshing network devices that are approaching end of support dates. Key Responsibilities: Ability to analyses in detail current in production designs and network environments and report on these in detail via direct access, network tools and or automations scripts. Build Cisco network solutions based upon standards and predefined strategies with a strong focus on business-to-business solutions via DMZ's. Works with Design, Operations and Architecture Engineering in a "knowledge sharing" capacity in support of the team's adoption and successful delivery of network solutions. Plays a strong role in project delivery lifecycle management. Create detailed implementation plans for all designs, including test, accept criteria, back-out, validation plans and procedures. Adheres to project close-out practices such as asset tracking, inventories, documentation and the related systems, tools, and process updates. Perform design reviews so that other team members understand how a design is set up and answer any questions and address any issues highlighted. Very Strong technical knowledge: - Cisco IOS XE, Routing, Switching, DMZ designs, Multicast, BGP, Firewalls, VPN, ACL, Network Security, Latency, Leased Line, Colo Cross Connects, Internet Access, Tunnelling protocols, SSL/TLS, GRE & IPSEC. Technical knowledge of Load Balancers, Fortinet Firewall, McAfee/Skyhigh Proxy, Arista, DNS, NAC (802.1x), QoS, ISIS, OSPF, NHRP, MPLS, L2TP, Wireless/Wi-Fi solutions, AAA, Cable, Core WAN/MAN Technologies, Dark Fiber, DWDM, Carrier Circuits SD-ACCESS & MACSEC. Skills & Experience: Extensive experience required in Data Networking-related disciplines; design, build, and implementation of network solutions especially within the Business-to-business/DMZ environments utilising primarily Cisco equipment. Strong knowledge of Network Security Good computer skills and the use of various applications such as MS Office, MS Visio to support documentation required to deliver projects. Ability to assemble professional documents and artifacts. knowledge and experience using tooling, includes but is not limited to Splunk, network captures, debugging, Sniffer/wire Shark, etc. Leadership: Self-starter, self-directed, shows initiative and ownership Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates. Industry Certifications such as CCNP and CCIE are desirable but not essential as experience is more important. Experience with Network Automation tools and processes, with a knowledge of Python, Ansible, Perl, PowerShell, etc. would be very desirable. Ability to recognize opportunities for automation and process improvements. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.