Workday Financials Lead Leeds/Hybrid 12 months Day rate £500 via Umbrella Company 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 identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Our client is the specialized wealth management and financial planning division of one of the UK's largest and most trusted banking institutions. They are dedicated to making high-quality, personalized financial advice accessible to a diverse client base across the nation. By combining the personal touch of a highly qualified, salaried advisory network with modern digital tools, they help clients confidently navigate investment strategies, retirement options, and estate planning. Operating as a purpose-driven business, the organization is deeply committed to empowering people to secure their long-term financial futures while driving economic growth and prosperity across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Workday Financials Lead to provide technical and functional leadership across the Workday Financials platform. The position is being offered on an initial 12 month contract with the possibility of extension. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. This role will be responsible for the configuration, design, and ongoing support of Workday Financials, acting as the critical interface between Technology and Finance. Partnering closely with Data Engineering, Finance and third party service providers ensuring robust integrations, reporting, and financial data management practices are in place. The successful candidate will ensure the platform operates effectively to meet evolving business needs, covering BAU operations, incident management, and continuous system enhancements Responsibilities, Accountabilities and deliverables Workday Platform Leadership Act as the subject matter expert for Workday Financials, covering the following areas: Core Financials, Prism [Reporting/MI], Reporting building, Security, Integrations [Banking & Reporting/MI interfaces], Adaptive planning Ensure alignment with Finance processes, controls, and regulatory requirements Integrations & Data Lead and support banking, income, and MI integrations, working closely with third parties and the Data Engineering team Support data reconciliation, integrity validation, and financial accuracy across systems Act as the bridge between Workday and broader data/reporting ecosystems, providing analysis and insight where required. Support release management, regression testing, and deployment BAU Support, Incidents & Change Management Oversee day-to-day BAU operations of Workday Financials Lead triage and resolution of incidents and defects, ensuring minimal business disruption Assess, prioritise, and implement system changes as business needs evolve, ensuring documentation and runbooks are maintained throughout Ensure strong governance over changes, risks, and dependencies Stakeholder & Delivery Management Act as the primary interface between Finance and Technology teams Translate financial and business requirements into technical solutions Provide clear communication on system capabilities, constraints, and risks Support roadmap planning for Workday Financials enhancements Skills, qualifications and experience Proven experience leading implementation or ongoing management of Workday Financials in complex organisations Strong hands-on functional expertise across Core Workday Financials, Security, Integrations (especially banking and income), Prism and Adaptive planning modules. Strong contextual knowledge of Financial Accounting and Reporting including a strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliation, and audit requirements Experience managing BAU support, incidents, and change processes Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. 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.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Workday Financials Lead Leeds/Hybrid 12 months Day rate £500 via Umbrella Company 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 identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Our client is the specialized wealth management and financial planning division of one of the UK's largest and most trusted banking institutions. They are dedicated to making high-quality, personalized financial advice accessible to a diverse client base across the nation. By combining the personal touch of a highly qualified, salaried advisory network with modern digital tools, they help clients confidently navigate investment strategies, retirement options, and estate planning. Operating as a purpose-driven business, the organization is deeply committed to empowering people to secure their long-term financial futures while driving economic growth and prosperity across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Workday Financials Lead to provide technical and functional leadership across the Workday Financials platform. The position is being offered on an initial 12 month contract with the possibility of extension. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. This role will be responsible for the configuration, design, and ongoing support of Workday Financials, acting as the critical interface between Technology and Finance. Partnering closely with Data Engineering, Finance and third party service providers ensuring robust integrations, reporting, and financial data management practices are in place. The successful candidate will ensure the platform operates effectively to meet evolving business needs, covering BAU operations, incident management, and continuous system enhancements Responsibilities, Accountabilities and deliverables Workday Platform Leadership Act as the subject matter expert for Workday Financials, covering the following areas: Core Financials, Prism [Reporting/MI], Reporting building, Security, Integrations [Banking & Reporting/MI interfaces], Adaptive planning Ensure alignment with Finance processes, controls, and regulatory requirements Integrations & Data Lead and support banking, income, and MI integrations, working closely with third parties and the Data Engineering team Support data reconciliation, integrity validation, and financial accuracy across systems Act as the bridge between Workday and broader data/reporting ecosystems, providing analysis and insight where required. Support release management, regression testing, and deployment BAU Support, Incidents & Change Management Oversee day-to-day BAU operations of Workday Financials Lead triage and resolution of incidents and defects, ensuring minimal business disruption Assess, prioritise, and implement system changes as business needs evolve, ensuring documentation and runbooks are maintained throughout Ensure strong governance over changes, risks, and dependencies Stakeholder & Delivery Management Act as the primary interface between Finance and Technology teams Translate financial and business requirements into technical solutions Provide clear communication on system capabilities, constraints, and risks Support roadmap planning for Workday Financials enhancements Skills, qualifications and experience Proven experience leading implementation or ongoing management of Workday Financials in complex organisations Strong hands-on functional expertise across Core Workday Financials, Security, Integrations (especially banking and income), Prism and Adaptive planning modules. Strong contextual knowledge of Financial Accounting and Reporting including a strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliation, and audit requirements Experience managing BAU support, incidents, and change processes Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. 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.
Senior Solutions Architect Location: London Hybrid: 2 days per week onsite Rate: £650 per day Contract: Initial 6 months IR35: Inside IR35 About the Role A London Council is seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable and cloud first technology solutions across a major digital transformation programme. This is a senior level technical leadership role, responsible for shaping enterprise architecture, defining solution strategies and ensuring technology solutions align with organisational standards, security frameworks and modern digital delivery practices. You will work closely with Digital Services, project delivery teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders to deliver complex cross platform solutions across cloud, infrastructure, integration and Microsoft technologies. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of enterprise scale digital and cloud solutions Define solution architectures aligned to enterprise architecture principles and GDS standards Design secure and scalable Azure based environments across hybrid cloud infrastructures Deliver cloud first strategies across infrastructure, applications, integrations and identity management Work across full solution lifecycle from discovery through to implementation and support Design and implement Azure networking solutions including VNets, VPNs, ExpressRoute and network security Support application modernisation, API integration and cloud native service delivery Design and manage secure integration solutions using API Management, Service Bus and Event Grid Implement governance, RBAC, Azure AD, Conditional Access and security best practices Ensure solutions align with GDPR, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials and NIST frameworks Drive automation and CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions Produce high quality architecture documentation, technical specifications and solution diagrams Work collaboratively with developers, infrastructure teams, analysts and third party suppliers Provide technical leadership and mentoring to project teams and junior architects Support cost optimisation, monitoring and operational governance across Azure estates Required Experience Proven experience working as a Solutions Architect, Enterprise Architect or Technical Architect within large scale environments Strong experience designing enterprise and cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure Experience delivering solutions across hybrid cloud and on premises environments Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 technologies including Teams, SharePoint and Exchange Online Experience with Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Logic Apps and Azure SQL Knowledge of cloud native architectures, microservices and API led integration Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Strong understanding of networking, security and Zero Trust principles Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights and Security Centre Strong understanding of Azure AD, RBAC, Key Vault and identity management Experience working within agile delivery environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Public sector or local government experience would be highly desirable Desirable Experience working within GDS aligned environments Knowledge of containerisation and Kubernetes Relevant Microsoft Azure certifications Experience working on large scale digital transformation programmes Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Senior Solutions Architect Location: London Hybrid: 2 days per week onsite Rate: £650 per day Contract: Initial 6 months IR35: Inside IR35 About the Role A London Council is seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable and cloud first technology solutions across a major digital transformation programme. This is a senior level technical leadership role, responsible for shaping enterprise architecture, defining solution strategies and ensuring technology solutions align with organisational standards, security frameworks and modern digital delivery practices. You will work closely with Digital Services, project delivery teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders to deliver complex cross platform solutions across cloud, infrastructure, integration and Microsoft technologies. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of enterprise scale digital and cloud solutions Define solution architectures aligned to enterprise architecture principles and GDS standards Design secure and scalable Azure based environments across hybrid cloud infrastructures Deliver cloud first strategies across infrastructure, applications, integrations and identity management Work across full solution lifecycle from discovery through to implementation and support Design and implement Azure networking solutions including VNets, VPNs, ExpressRoute and network security Support application modernisation, API integration and cloud native service delivery Design and manage secure integration solutions using API Management, Service Bus and Event Grid Implement governance, RBAC, Azure AD, Conditional Access and security best practices Ensure solutions align with GDPR, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials and NIST frameworks Drive automation and CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions Produce high quality architecture documentation, technical specifications and solution diagrams Work collaboratively with developers, infrastructure teams, analysts and third party suppliers Provide technical leadership and mentoring to project teams and junior architects Support cost optimisation, monitoring and operational governance across Azure estates Required Experience Proven experience working as a Solutions Architect, Enterprise Architect or Technical Architect within large scale environments Strong experience designing enterprise and cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure Experience delivering solutions across hybrid cloud and on premises environments Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 technologies including Teams, SharePoint and Exchange Online Experience with Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Logic Apps and Azure SQL Knowledge of cloud native architectures, microservices and API led integration Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Strong understanding of networking, security and Zero Trust principles Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights and Security Centre Strong understanding of Azure AD, RBAC, Key Vault and identity management Experience working within agile delivery environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Public sector or local government experience would be highly desirable Desirable Experience working within GDS aligned environments Knowledge of containerisation and Kubernetes Relevant Microsoft Azure certifications Experience working on large scale digital transformation programmes Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Senior Cloud Security Engineer (London or Bristol) We are HealthHero, Europe's largest digital clinic. Join us at a pivotal moment as we scale our digital healthcare platform across Europe - giving you the chance to shape security at the heart of a fast-growing, AI-driven business. We are recruiting an exciting Senior Cloud Security Engineer on an initial 12 month fixed term contract, with a view to becoming permanent - based in either our London or Bristol office two days per week. About the role This role will form a fundamental part of a growing PlatformSecurity function, where the team covers application security, cloud security, security operations, culture and risk management. As a tech-centric organisation the Information Security team will play a critical part in embedding a security-first mindset into application development and continuous application monitoring. This role will co-own the cloud security posture and tooling across HealthHero's AWS and Azure estates and have the opportunity to tackle cloud security with an international scope. The role will be supported by a multidisciplinary force of Infrastructure, Data Governance and Engineering team leads with a security focus as part of their remit. The role has a focus on infrastructure and cloud networking when it comes to security posture. As an experienced Cloud Security Engineer, your working day will include but not be limited to: DevSecOps & SDLC Champion integration of security testing into CI/CD pipelines across all development teams and usage of automated security gates: SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, secrets detection Enable self-serve security tooling for development teams Ability to set up development environment Cloud Security Own cloud security posture management using Wiz (or similar CSPM) Define and enforce cloud security baselines, guardrails, and policies in AWS Implement and maintain IaC security scanning for Terraform Manage IAM policies, network segmentation, and secrets management Configure and tune SIEM (or similar) for cloud-focused detection Establish logging, monitoring, and alerting requirements based on threat modelling Investigate and respond to cloud security events Risk & Compliance Identify, articulate, and escalate security risks to senior leadership with mitigation plans Track and remediate vulnerabilities across infrastructure Manage customer initiatives related to due diligence when required to Support and develop annual programme of Penetration Testing and associated remediations Stakeholder Engagement Partner with internal and stakeholder management to support any requirements from the security function - particularly governance and accreditation requirements across different countries Provide expertise on emerging threats and vulnerabilities Support response to customer/client due diligence requests with timely and accurate information regarding vulnerability exposure Key Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience in application security, DevSecOps, or cloud security Strong understanding of cloud networking Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure) Ability to read and write IAC (Terraform) code, comfortable with IAC lifecycles Familiarity with container security and Kubernetes Understanding of secure coding, penetration testing techniques, SIEM, and vulnerability management Strong technical skills relevant to Information Security such as secure coding standards, ethical hacking techniques, network security and risk analysis Understanding of managing Secure Development Lifecycle and Vulnerability Management. Understanding and practical experience of ISO27001:2022 controls and audit processes Desirable AWS Security Specialty or similar certification Experience in regulated environments (healthcare, financial services) Familiarity with NHS DSPT Technical knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements Hands-on with CI/CD security tooling and pipeline integration Interest in learning other countries health and security regulations (France / UK / IR / DE) About us We exist to simplify healthcare and improve lives by making care feel instant, intelligent and human. HealthHero is Europe's largest digital health provider , delivering 4 million consultations per year. But we're just getting started. We've built a seamless digital clinic that brings body and mind together - from GP appointments and mental health support to long-term condition management. By sitting behind the world's leading insurers and employers and supporting public health systems, we make it easier for millions of people to get the care they need, exactly when they need it. We are a high-growth, capital-backed business with a sophisticated scale strategy. Our team is a unique blend of those with strong digital experience, management consultants, creatives and industry-leading clinical experts. We aren't just digitising appointments; we're building the next generation of healthcare. We're creating an AI-powered, always-on ecosystem that learns from every interaction to shift the needle from reactive treatment to proactive, sustainable health. At HealthHero, we are digital when it should be and human where it counts. Join us, and help build a next generation health system the world is waiting for. We're proud to be recognised as a which reflects our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging culture. We have also been featured as the fastest growing digital healthcare company of scale in the first Sunday Times 100 Tech list. This recognition shows our impact in the digital health sector and our dedication to innovation and excellence. Committed to achieving excellence in the delivery of person-centred care, we invest in people, resources and technology to continuously improve the quality of its services and organisational culture.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Cloud Security Engineer (London or Bristol) We are HealthHero, Europe's largest digital clinic. Join us at a pivotal moment as we scale our digital healthcare platform across Europe - giving you the chance to shape security at the heart of a fast-growing, AI-driven business. We are recruiting an exciting Senior Cloud Security Engineer on an initial 12 month fixed term contract, with a view to becoming permanent - based in either our London or Bristol office two days per week. About the role This role will form a fundamental part of a growing PlatformSecurity function, where the team covers application security, cloud security, security operations, culture and risk management. As a tech-centric organisation the Information Security team will play a critical part in embedding a security-first mindset into application development and continuous application monitoring. This role will co-own the cloud security posture and tooling across HealthHero's AWS and Azure estates and have the opportunity to tackle cloud security with an international scope. The role will be supported by a multidisciplinary force of Infrastructure, Data Governance and Engineering team leads with a security focus as part of their remit. The role has a focus on infrastructure and cloud networking when it comes to security posture. As an experienced Cloud Security Engineer, your working day will include but not be limited to: DevSecOps & SDLC Champion integration of security testing into CI/CD pipelines across all development teams and usage of automated security gates: SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, secrets detection Enable self-serve security tooling for development teams Ability to set up development environment Cloud Security Own cloud security posture management using Wiz (or similar CSPM) Define and enforce cloud security baselines, guardrails, and policies in AWS Implement and maintain IaC security scanning for Terraform Manage IAM policies, network segmentation, and secrets management Configure and tune SIEM (or similar) for cloud-focused detection Establish logging, monitoring, and alerting requirements based on threat modelling Investigate and respond to cloud security events Risk & Compliance Identify, articulate, and escalate security risks to senior leadership with mitigation plans Track and remediate vulnerabilities across infrastructure Manage customer initiatives related to due diligence when required to Support and develop annual programme of Penetration Testing and associated remediations Stakeholder Engagement Partner with internal and stakeholder management to support any requirements from the security function - particularly governance and accreditation requirements across different countries Provide expertise on emerging threats and vulnerabilities Support response to customer/client due diligence requests with timely and accurate information regarding vulnerability exposure Key Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience in application security, DevSecOps, or cloud security Strong understanding of cloud networking Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure) Ability to read and write IAC (Terraform) code, comfortable with IAC lifecycles Familiarity with container security and Kubernetes Understanding of secure coding, penetration testing techniques, SIEM, and vulnerability management Strong technical skills relevant to Information Security such as secure coding standards, ethical hacking techniques, network security and risk analysis Understanding of managing Secure Development Lifecycle and Vulnerability Management. Understanding and practical experience of ISO27001:2022 controls and audit processes Desirable AWS Security Specialty or similar certification Experience in regulated environments (healthcare, financial services) Familiarity with NHS DSPT Technical knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements Hands-on with CI/CD security tooling and pipeline integration Interest in learning other countries health and security regulations (France / UK / IR / DE) About us We exist to simplify healthcare and improve lives by making care feel instant, intelligent and human. HealthHero is Europe's largest digital health provider , delivering 4 million consultations per year. But we're just getting started. We've built a seamless digital clinic that brings body and mind together - from GP appointments and mental health support to long-term condition management. By sitting behind the world's leading insurers and employers and supporting public health systems, we make it easier for millions of people to get the care they need, exactly when they need it. We are a high-growth, capital-backed business with a sophisticated scale strategy. Our team is a unique blend of those with strong digital experience, management consultants, creatives and industry-leading clinical experts. We aren't just digitising appointments; we're building the next generation of healthcare. We're creating an AI-powered, always-on ecosystem that learns from every interaction to shift the needle from reactive treatment to proactive, sustainable health. At HealthHero, we are digital when it should be and human where it counts. Join us, and help build a next generation health system the world is waiting for. We're proud to be recognised as a which reflects our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging culture. We have also been featured as the fastest growing digital healthcare company of scale in the first Sunday Times 100 Tech list. This recognition shows our impact in the digital health sector and our dedication to innovation and excellence. Committed to achieving excellence in the delivery of person-centred care, we invest in people, resources and technology to continuously improve the quality of its services and organisational culture.
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Stratford, University of Huddersfield London Campus Salary: up to £38,000 per annumThe Global Careers Consultant: Tech and Startups delivers high quality careers and employability provision for students pursuing technology and entrepreneurship pathways. The role combines programme management, sector-focused careers education and coaching interventions, and the development of a curated employer/startup ecosystem to deliver scalable, high-impact student outcomes. ABOUT THE ROLE Global Professional Award (GPA) programme management The GPA is a flagship extracurricular employability programme, we are focused on attracting Computer Science students to participate in the first year of delivery at the London campus. Operational planning, cohort recruitment/selection, scheduling, coordination with University of Huddersfield GPA counterparts, delivery coordination (with colleagues and external stakeholders), assessment, tracking participation, progression and outcomes. Please note that the scope of this responsibility may change depending on programme growth and you will be asked to provide data and insights to support future resource planning. Tech & startup ecosystem engagement (employers, founders, accelerators, professional bodies) Help grow sector relationships that translate into student opportunities: guest input, mentoring, live briefs, and curated networking access. Grow student participation in high-value external events and partnerships in London to compliment on-campus events. Careers education & targeted coaching (sector-specific) Deliver group workshops and targeted coaching/interventions for computing/entrepreneurship cohorts, aligned to curriculum and peak demand periods. Where appropriate, provide individual support for students and support graduate / alumni engagement. Maintain and nurture relationship with Enterprise team at University of Huddersfield. Digital platform adoption Drive uptake of platforms including (Student Circus and CareerSet) amongst Computing and Entrepreneurship students through campaigns, induction integration and usage tracking. Contribute to digital resource development where it supports scale employability delivery and brand positioning with employers (Brightspace/LinkedIn content). Thought leadership to hands-on learning Curate and translate emerging trends in AI, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship into accessible insights for students through workshops, talks, and digital media. Monitor London, UK and global startup ecosystems and innovation hubs to identify relevant case studies and opportunities. Organise practitioner-led sessions that help students develop and communicate in-demand skills (portfolio building activities like hackathons, innovation challenges, pitch events, and demos). Industry engagement Support the Global Talent Consultant to engage with startups, accelerators, and innovation networks to create opportunities for live entrepreneurial briefs for integration into the curriculum, mentorship and work experiences. Impact measurement & reporting Track student engagement, platform adoption and programme outcomes; use insight to refine delivery and report to Director (Industry & Engagement). Success measures to include GPA participation and completion, employability platform adoption in computing and entrepreneurship cohorts, student engagement in curated networking, student confidence and skill gains. Team working Work closely with Study Group colleagues and key stakeholders on campus to ensure you have an accurate working knowledge of compliance requirements, including visas, safeguarding, attendance monitoring, Health & Safety and risk assessments. ABOUT YOU Degree, essential. Project or programme management qualification, or working towards, highly desirable. Experience of BCS and/or EEUK membership, desirable Stakeholder relationship management. Programme or project management - ideally demonstrating a global mindset, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based approach. Experience in entrepreneurship education, startup ecosystems, tech networks and events, or innovation projects. ABOUT US Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. We are a trusted international educator to students and more than 50 university partners globally. We deliver high-quality international education solutions that drive success for our partners and students. We are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. ORGANISATION COMPLIANCE For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. Please see our . We adopt a rolling recruitment process meaning that we review applications as they are submitted. To avoid disappointment, please ensure that you apply ASAP.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Stratford, University of Huddersfield London Campus Salary: up to £38,000 per annumThe Global Careers Consultant: Tech and Startups delivers high quality careers and employability provision for students pursuing technology and entrepreneurship pathways. The role combines programme management, sector-focused careers education and coaching interventions, and the development of a curated employer/startup ecosystem to deliver scalable, high-impact student outcomes. ABOUT THE ROLE Global Professional Award (GPA) programme management The GPA is a flagship extracurricular employability programme, we are focused on attracting Computer Science students to participate in the first year of delivery at the London campus. Operational planning, cohort recruitment/selection, scheduling, coordination with University of Huddersfield GPA counterparts, delivery coordination (with colleagues and external stakeholders), assessment, tracking participation, progression and outcomes. Please note that the scope of this responsibility may change depending on programme growth and you will be asked to provide data and insights to support future resource planning. Tech & startup ecosystem engagement (employers, founders, accelerators, professional bodies) Help grow sector relationships that translate into student opportunities: guest input, mentoring, live briefs, and curated networking access. Grow student participation in high-value external events and partnerships in London to compliment on-campus events. Careers education & targeted coaching (sector-specific) Deliver group workshops and targeted coaching/interventions for computing/entrepreneurship cohorts, aligned to curriculum and peak demand periods. Where appropriate, provide individual support for students and support graduate / alumni engagement. Maintain and nurture relationship with Enterprise team at University of Huddersfield. Digital platform adoption Drive uptake of platforms including (Student Circus and CareerSet) amongst Computing and Entrepreneurship students through campaigns, induction integration and usage tracking. Contribute to digital resource development where it supports scale employability delivery and brand positioning with employers (Brightspace/LinkedIn content). Thought leadership to hands-on learning Curate and translate emerging trends in AI, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship into accessible insights for students through workshops, talks, and digital media. Monitor London, UK and global startup ecosystems and innovation hubs to identify relevant case studies and opportunities. Organise practitioner-led sessions that help students develop and communicate in-demand skills (portfolio building activities like hackathons, innovation challenges, pitch events, and demos). Industry engagement Support the Global Talent Consultant to engage with startups, accelerators, and innovation networks to create opportunities for live entrepreneurial briefs for integration into the curriculum, mentorship and work experiences. Impact measurement & reporting Track student engagement, platform adoption and programme outcomes; use insight to refine delivery and report to Director (Industry & Engagement). Success measures to include GPA participation and completion, employability platform adoption in computing and entrepreneurship cohorts, student engagement in curated networking, student confidence and skill gains. Team working Work closely with Study Group colleagues and key stakeholders on campus to ensure you have an accurate working knowledge of compliance requirements, including visas, safeguarding, attendance monitoring, Health & Safety and risk assessments. ABOUT YOU Degree, essential. Project or programme management qualification, or working towards, highly desirable. Experience of BCS and/or EEUK membership, desirable Stakeholder relationship management. Programme or project management - ideally demonstrating a global mindset, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based approach. Experience in entrepreneurship education, startup ecosystems, tech networks and events, or innovation projects. ABOUT US Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. We are a trusted international educator to students and more than 50 university partners globally. We deliver high-quality international education solutions that drive success for our partners and students. We are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. ORGANISATION COMPLIANCE For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. Please see our . We adopt a rolling recruitment process meaning that we review applications as they are submitted. To avoid disappointment, please ensure that you apply ASAP.
Senior QAT Analyst Remote 440 per day inside ir35 6 months duration Active SC clearance required We are currently seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Analyst to join a high-profile digital transformation programme within a secure government environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in complex technical environments and enjoys working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. You'll play a key role in shaping testing strategies, driving quality assurance best practices, and ensuring critical services meet both functional and non-functional requirements. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design, development and execution of comprehensive test plans and test cases. Ensuring quality is embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Working with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify quality risks. Managing, reporting and driving the resolution of defects across multiple teams. Analysing defect trends and recommending improvements to testing and quality approaches. Developing and implementing test strategies, plans and quality assurance processes. Influencing teams to adopt best practices and promote shared ownership of quality. Supporting complex stakeholder discussions and managing expectations across technical and non-technical audiences. Identifying and escalating risks, dependencies and issues while contributing to mitigation plans. Driving continuous improvement through data-led insights and testing metrics. Technical Environment You will be working within a cloud-hosted environment that includes: AWS (Amazon Web Services) SQL-driven validation and metadata frameworks Java Spring Boot applications AWS Cognito Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions Government authentication and access management integrations What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Senior QA Analyst, Test Analyst or QA Lead. Strong SQL skills, including data validation, analysis and testing of complex business rules. Experience testing applications hosted within AWS environments. Excellent understanding of test design, execution and defect management processes. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience identifying quality risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Active SC Clearance. Desirable Experience Experience with Spring Boot applications. Knowledge of AWS Cognito and authentication solutions. Experience working with Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms. Previous experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments. Understanding of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) frameworks.
Jun 09, 2026
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Senior QAT Analyst Remote 440 per day inside ir35 6 months duration Active SC clearance required We are currently seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Analyst to join a high-profile digital transformation programme within a secure government environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in complex technical environments and enjoys working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. You'll play a key role in shaping testing strategies, driving quality assurance best practices, and ensuring critical services meet both functional and non-functional requirements. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design, development and execution of comprehensive test plans and test cases. Ensuring quality is embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Working with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify quality risks. Managing, reporting and driving the resolution of defects across multiple teams. Analysing defect trends and recommending improvements to testing and quality approaches. Developing and implementing test strategies, plans and quality assurance processes. Influencing teams to adopt best practices and promote shared ownership of quality. Supporting complex stakeholder discussions and managing expectations across technical and non-technical audiences. Identifying and escalating risks, dependencies and issues while contributing to mitigation plans. Driving continuous improvement through data-led insights and testing metrics. Technical Environment You will be working within a cloud-hosted environment that includes: AWS (Amazon Web Services) SQL-driven validation and metadata frameworks Java Spring Boot applications AWS Cognito Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions Government authentication and access management integrations What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Senior QA Analyst, Test Analyst or QA Lead. Strong SQL skills, including data validation, analysis and testing of complex business rules. Experience testing applications hosted within AWS environments. Excellent understanding of test design, execution and defect management processes. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience identifying quality risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Active SC Clearance. Desirable Experience Experience with Spring Boot applications. Knowledge of AWS Cognito and authentication solutions. Experience working with Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms. Previous experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments. Understanding of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) frameworks.
Server Build Engineer - Maritime/Defence (MOD Programme) Warrington (with UK dockyard travel & extended vessel deployments) £40,000 + 10% DV allowance + company car + paid overtime Candidates must be willing and eligible to go through SC and DV clearance I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading defence technology organisation supporting a long-standing MOD and Navy Digital programme delivering mission-critical network and infrastructure solutions across Royal Navy vessels and secure maritime environments. This is a rare opportunity for an infrastructure or network engineer to work directly on operational Royal Navy platforms, supporting everything from secure server builds and VMware environments through to network deployment, installation and live support. This is not a typical 9-5 network infrastructure role, it's hands-on engineering work that moves from secure factory build in Warrington - dockyard deployment - onboard live naval systems. Expect real engineering, real environments, and real impact. What You'll Be Doing Working as part of a specialist engineering team, you'll support the delivery of secure infrastructure and network solutions across multiple naval platforms. Building and configuring server and node environments (Windows & VMware) Supporting network infrastructure deployment and integration Installing and configuring Switches, communications equipment and associated infrastructure Supporting software build activities, patching and system updates Deploying solutions into secure MOD environments Installing and integrating systems onboard Royal Navy vessels Supporting data migration, fault finding and L2 infrastructure support Working closely with network, communications and infrastructure specialists during deployment activities Supporting factory acceptance, harbour acceptance and live operational activities This is a build - deploy - support role with significant hands-on engineering involvement. Experience Required Networking & Infrastructure Cisco networking experience (Switches, routing, VLANs, network troubleshooting) Network deployment and installation experience Infrastructure support and fault finding Understanding of communications and networked environments Server & Virtualisation VMware vSphere (essential) Windows Server Active Directory, DNS and Group Policy Server build and deployment experience Additional Skills (Desirable) VMware NSX or Horizon Riverbed technologies PowerShell (ability to understand and troubleshoot scripts) Remedy or other ITSM tools Defence, MOD, maritime or secure environment experience If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Server Build Engineer - Maritime/Defence (MOD Programme) Warrington (with UK dockyard travel & extended vessel deployments) £40,000 + 10% DV allowance + company car + paid overtime Candidates must be willing and eligible to go through SC and DV clearance I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading defence technology organisation supporting a long-standing MOD and Navy Digital programme delivering mission-critical network and infrastructure solutions across Royal Navy vessels and secure maritime environments. This is a rare opportunity for an infrastructure or network engineer to work directly on operational Royal Navy platforms, supporting everything from secure server builds and VMware environments through to network deployment, installation and live support. This is not a typical 9-5 network infrastructure role, it's hands-on engineering work that moves from secure factory build in Warrington - dockyard deployment - onboard live naval systems. Expect real engineering, real environments, and real impact. What You'll Be Doing Working as part of a specialist engineering team, you'll support the delivery of secure infrastructure and network solutions across multiple naval platforms. Building and configuring server and node environments (Windows & VMware) Supporting network infrastructure deployment and integration Installing and configuring Switches, communications equipment and associated infrastructure Supporting software build activities, patching and system updates Deploying solutions into secure MOD environments Installing and integrating systems onboard Royal Navy vessels Supporting data migration, fault finding and L2 infrastructure support Working closely with network, communications and infrastructure specialists during deployment activities Supporting factory acceptance, harbour acceptance and live operational activities This is a build - deploy - support role with significant hands-on engineering involvement. Experience Required Networking & Infrastructure Cisco networking experience (Switches, routing, VLANs, network troubleshooting) Network deployment and installation experience Infrastructure support and fault finding Understanding of communications and networked environments Server & Virtualisation VMware vSphere (essential) Windows Server Active Directory, DNS and Group Policy Server build and deployment experience Additional Skills (Desirable) VMware NSX or Horizon Riverbed technologies PowerShell (ability to understand and troubleshoot scripts) Remedy or other ITSM tools Defence, MOD, maritime or secure environment experience If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.
Short Description: As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals. Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth and solutions driven tech team Beyond the Veg Box - At Riverford, our passion for organic vegetables is unmatched. We re not just about delivering veg boxes; we're dedicated to sustainable farming and community building. As a part of our team, you become a co-owner, sharing in our successes and contributing to a mission that goes beyond profit. We aim to make Riverford a fulfilling place to work, where our co-owners feel valued. Our HQ at Wash Farm in Devon is a beautiful place to work , surrounded by good people, good food, and plenty of fresh air. As a co-owner, you ll benefit from 33 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays), an ethical & generous company pension scheme, and an annual profit share, where 10% of all profits are split equally among co-owners. We also offer heavily discounted organic breakfasts and lunches, free organic fruit and veg to take home and free parking. Grow with Riverford - Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with training tailored to help you grow and achieve your goals. As our Solution Architect, you ll help shape Riverford s future. As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals. You will be the go-to person for solution input to any new systems initiatives, and you will ensure seamless integration between critical enterprise systems while maintaining best practice in architecture, security, and compliance. This is more than a technical role; it s an opportunity to shape how we work together and thrive as an employee-owned business. At Riverford, we re a community of co-owners committed to ethical practices, sustainability, and a passion for organic food. You ll work closely with diverse teams, from IT specialists to senior leaders and your expertise will guide us through change, championing innovation while respecting our roots. Salary: Circa £90,000 per annum d.o.e Location - This role can be remote with a requirement to be on-site when needed (this would typically be 3-5 days/month determined by specific project needs), or based at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What You ll Bring Business alignment: Adept at aligning technology solutions with strategic objectives and guiding teams through change. Inspiring leadership: Natural ability to unite teams, promoting collaboration and shared purpose. Change management: Proficient in facilitating smooth transitions, empowering teams to adopt new systems and processes. Clear communication: Confident engaging with Board-level stakeholders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights. Sector experience: Hands-on experience in food and drink, retail, logistics, or B2C environments adds valuable insight. What We re Looking For A successful track record as a Solution Architect (or similar) within major technology transformations ideally in a complex eCommerce/retail environment. Proven experience from selection to implementation of ERP, with in-depth knowledge of IFS Cloud and ideally one other major platform e.g. SAP, Oracle, Aptean, Epicor, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics. Equally adept at designing and implementing bespoke in-house integration layers and have practical experience of integration and Middleware to ensure seamless system interoperability with bespoke and COTs (Commercial off the Shelf) solutions. Expertise in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, and integration patterns. Deep understanding of data architecture, data modelling, data lakes, and ETL processes. Thorough understanding of data security, governance, compliance (GDPR, CCPA), and best practices for enterprise data management. Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar/ Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus. Scrum/Agile expertise is advantageous. Application Process: We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply soon. Please look at the Job Description attached for full requirements and info.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Short Description: As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals. Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth and solutions driven tech team Beyond the Veg Box - At Riverford, our passion for organic vegetables is unmatched. We re not just about delivering veg boxes; we're dedicated to sustainable farming and community building. As a part of our team, you become a co-owner, sharing in our successes and contributing to a mission that goes beyond profit. We aim to make Riverford a fulfilling place to work, where our co-owners feel valued. Our HQ at Wash Farm in Devon is a beautiful place to work , surrounded by good people, good food, and plenty of fresh air. As a co-owner, you ll benefit from 33 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays), an ethical & generous company pension scheme, and an annual profit share, where 10% of all profits are split equally among co-owners. We also offer heavily discounted organic breakfasts and lunches, free organic fruit and veg to take home and free parking. Grow with Riverford - Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with training tailored to help you grow and achieve your goals. As our Solution Architect, you ll help shape Riverford s future. As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals. You will be the go-to person for solution input to any new systems initiatives, and you will ensure seamless integration between critical enterprise systems while maintaining best practice in architecture, security, and compliance. This is more than a technical role; it s an opportunity to shape how we work together and thrive as an employee-owned business. At Riverford, we re a community of co-owners committed to ethical practices, sustainability, and a passion for organic food. You ll work closely with diverse teams, from IT specialists to senior leaders and your expertise will guide us through change, championing innovation while respecting our roots. Salary: Circa £90,000 per annum d.o.e Location - This role can be remote with a requirement to be on-site when needed (this would typically be 3-5 days/month determined by specific project needs), or based at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What You ll Bring Business alignment: Adept at aligning technology solutions with strategic objectives and guiding teams through change. Inspiring leadership: Natural ability to unite teams, promoting collaboration and shared purpose. Change management: Proficient in facilitating smooth transitions, empowering teams to adopt new systems and processes. Clear communication: Confident engaging with Board-level stakeholders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights. Sector experience: Hands-on experience in food and drink, retail, logistics, or B2C environments adds valuable insight. What We re Looking For A successful track record as a Solution Architect (or similar) within major technology transformations ideally in a complex eCommerce/retail environment. Proven experience from selection to implementation of ERP, with in-depth knowledge of IFS Cloud and ideally one other major platform e.g. SAP, Oracle, Aptean, Epicor, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics. Equally adept at designing and implementing bespoke in-house integration layers and have practical experience of integration and Middleware to ensure seamless system interoperability with bespoke and COTs (Commercial off the Shelf) solutions. Expertise in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, and integration patterns. Deep understanding of data architecture, data modelling, data lakes, and ETL processes. Thorough understanding of data security, governance, compliance (GDPR, CCPA), and best practices for enterprise data management. Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar/ Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus. Scrum/Agile expertise is advantageous. Application Process: We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply soon. Please look at the Job Description attached for full requirements and info.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect Locations: UK Wide / Hybrid Working / Nearest Base Location Salary: Up to £115,000 + Excellent Benefits We're looking for an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect to join a growing Microsoft practice delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes across the UK. You'll become part of a highly skilled team delivering enterprise Microsoft solutions across Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure technologies for clients across Retail, Manufacturing, Utilities, Transport and Healthcare. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transformation projects where you'll play a key role in shaping end-to-end ERP solutions from discovery through to delivery and go-live. The Role As a Solution Architect, you'll be responsible for designing scalable, secure and high-performing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions aligned to client business objectives. You'll work closely with technical teams, stakeholders and senior decision-makers to define architecture, oversee solution design and guide successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and solution design for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations Shape and oversee requirements gathering and solution discovery workshops Design secure, scalable and accessible enterprise solutions Define integration architecture across the Microsoft technology stack including Azure and Power Platform Support delivery teams throughout the full project lifecycle Engage with senior stakeholders and build trusted client relationships Support Agile delivery methodologies including sprint planning, Epics, Features and User Stories Contribute to pre-sales and solution strategy discussions where required Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect Full lifecycle ERP implementation experience within Dynamics 365 Strong understanding of Power Platform and wider Microsoft technologies including Azure Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps Excellent stakeholder management and consulting skills Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions Strong communication and presentation skills Passion for delivering innovative Microsoft-based enterprise solutions What's on Offer? Salary up to £115,000 Hybrid and flexible working Exposure to enterprise-scale transformation programmes Excellent career progression and learning opportunities Collaborative and supportive environment Opportunity to work with leading Microsoft technologies on impactful projects This role requires SC clearance eligibility, so please be prepared to answer Visa/UK residency related questions. Interested in finding out more? Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect Locations: UK Wide / Hybrid Working / Nearest Base Location Salary: Up to £115,000 + Excellent Benefits We're looking for an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect to join a growing Microsoft practice delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes across the UK. You'll become part of a highly skilled team delivering enterprise Microsoft solutions across Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure technologies for clients across Retail, Manufacturing, Utilities, Transport and Healthcare. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transformation projects where you'll play a key role in shaping end-to-end ERP solutions from discovery through to delivery and go-live. The Role As a Solution Architect, you'll be responsible for designing scalable, secure and high-performing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions aligned to client business objectives. You'll work closely with technical teams, stakeholders and senior decision-makers to define architecture, oversee solution design and guide successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and solution design for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations Shape and oversee requirements gathering and solution discovery workshops Design secure, scalable and accessible enterprise solutions Define integration architecture across the Microsoft technology stack including Azure and Power Platform Support delivery teams throughout the full project lifecycle Engage with senior stakeholders and build trusted client relationships Support Agile delivery methodologies including sprint planning, Epics, Features and User Stories Contribute to pre-sales and solution strategy discussions where required Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect Full lifecycle ERP implementation experience within Dynamics 365 Strong understanding of Power Platform and wider Microsoft technologies including Azure Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps Excellent stakeholder management and consulting skills Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions Strong communication and presentation skills Passion for delivering innovative Microsoft-based enterprise solutions What's on Offer? Salary up to £115,000 Hybrid and flexible working Exposure to enterprise-scale transformation programmes Excellent career progression and learning opportunities Collaborative and supportive environment Opportunity to work with leading Microsoft technologies on impactful projects This role requires SC clearance eligibility, so please be prepared to answer Visa/UK residency related questions. Interested in finding out more? Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Job title: Technical Architect Reporting to: F&O Practice Director Location: Hybrid - homeworking with travel to client sites and our offices. Salary: Competitive + Bonus Scheme Benefits: Work-Life Balance first - Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus 4 additional Work-Life Balance Days. Comprehensive Health Coverage - Access to Private Medical Insurance including a Cash Plan offering discounts on other health, dental and ophthalmic treatments. Financial peace of mind - Our Group Life Assurance provides added security for your future. Your growth, your way - We invest in you with tailored career development opportunities to help you thrive. Wellbeing, Always - Our Wellbeing Programme offers mental health support, wellness resources, and initiatives designed to help you feel your best, inside and outside of work. About Us We are redefining digital transformation. Since launching in 2022, we've specialised in delivering cutting-edge Microsoft-powered solutions that create meaningful impact across industries. We're a consultancy that puts people at the core - our clients, our team, and our communities. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a capable, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect Lead to help deliver innovative solutions and drive client success. You'll join a collaborative, supportive team where curiosity is encouraged, ownership is valued, and your growth is a priority. We're committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where fresh perspectives fuel innovation. No matter your background - your voice matters here. Role Purpose: We are growing rapidly and are looking for a highly experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect to join our expanding Finance & Operations Practice. This is a senior leadership role within the division, responsible for driving technical excellence, ensuring solution quality, and guiding our clients on their digital journey with Microsoft technologies. What You'll Be Doing: The Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect will serve as our senior technical authority across all Finance & Operations engagements. This individual will be responsible for defining and enforcing architectural standards, ensuring alignment with Microsoft best practices, and enabling seamless integration across Dynamics 365, Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure services. You will collaborate closely with solution architects, developers, functional consultants, and client stakeholders to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise solutions - anchored in governance, innovation, and delivery excellence. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Architecture Own the end-to-end technical architecture for all D365 Finance & Operations projects Lead solution design workshops and establish reusable technical standards, patterns, and governance frameworks Ensure architectural alignment across Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure integration layers Oversee the design, performance, and maintainability of all integrations, extensions, and customisations Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure compliance with best practice and long-term supportability. Delivery Oversight Provide hands-on technical oversight across multiple concurrent F&O implementations Identify, mitigate, and escalate technical risks throughout the project life cycle Partner with the Practice Director to drive consistency, quality, and velocity in technical delivery Guide development teams in adopting DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines within Azure environments. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Stay abreast of Microsoft's Dynamics 365 roadmap, Azure innovations, and Power Platform capabilities Champion emerging technologies, tools, and delivery models that enhance solution quality and speed Mentor and upskill technical team members, fostering a high-performance culture across the F&O practice. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Engage directly with clients to translate complex business requirements into robust technical solutions Communicate architectural decisions and technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring technical strategies align with business goals and commercial outcomes. Experience Essential: Proven experience as a Technical Architect or Lead Developer across multiple end-to-end Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations Deep expertise in F&O architecture: data entities, extensibility, integrations, performance optimisation Strong background in integrating F&O with Dataverse, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps), and Azure services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, Azure Functions, API Management) Proficiency in X , C#, .NET, DevOps pipelines, and Lifecycle Services (LCS) Solid grasp of enterprise integration patterns, cloud architecture principles, and security models Exceptional communication, leadership, and mentoring capabilities Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365 F&O and/or Azure (preferred). Desirable: Demonstrated success in large-scale, multi-industry business transformations. Leadership experience in building and scaling teams. Why Join Us? People-first culture: We prioritise wellbeing, inclusivity, and career growth. You'll be supported to do your best work and thrive. Cutting-edge projects: Drive high-impact digital transformation initiatives that shape the future. Your ideas matter, and your contributions create real change. Flexible & future-fit working: Enjoy a hybrid work model designed for work-life balance, plus the autonomy to work in a way that suits you. Career growth that counts: Be part of an ambitious and fast-growing organisation where your development is a priority, with clear pathways to progress. Well-being at the core: From mental health support to a wellbeing programme, we ensure you feel your best, inside and outside of work.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
Job title: Technical Architect Reporting to: F&O Practice Director Location: Hybrid - homeworking with travel to client sites and our offices. Salary: Competitive + Bonus Scheme Benefits: Work-Life Balance first - Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus 4 additional Work-Life Balance Days. Comprehensive Health Coverage - Access to Private Medical Insurance including a Cash Plan offering discounts on other health, dental and ophthalmic treatments. Financial peace of mind - Our Group Life Assurance provides added security for your future. Your growth, your way - We invest in you with tailored career development opportunities to help you thrive. Wellbeing, Always - Our Wellbeing Programme offers mental health support, wellness resources, and initiatives designed to help you feel your best, inside and outside of work. About Us We are redefining digital transformation. Since launching in 2022, we've specialised in delivering cutting-edge Microsoft-powered solutions that create meaningful impact across industries. We're a consultancy that puts people at the core - our clients, our team, and our communities. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a capable, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect Lead to help deliver innovative solutions and drive client success. You'll join a collaborative, supportive team where curiosity is encouraged, ownership is valued, and your growth is a priority. We're committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where fresh perspectives fuel innovation. No matter your background - your voice matters here. Role Purpose: We are growing rapidly and are looking for a highly experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect to join our expanding Finance & Operations Practice. This is a senior leadership role within the division, responsible for driving technical excellence, ensuring solution quality, and guiding our clients on their digital journey with Microsoft technologies. What You'll Be Doing: The Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect will serve as our senior technical authority across all Finance & Operations engagements. This individual will be responsible for defining and enforcing architectural standards, ensuring alignment with Microsoft best practices, and enabling seamless integration across Dynamics 365, Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure services. You will collaborate closely with solution architects, developers, functional consultants, and client stakeholders to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise solutions - anchored in governance, innovation, and delivery excellence. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Architecture Own the end-to-end technical architecture for all D365 Finance & Operations projects Lead solution design workshops and establish reusable technical standards, patterns, and governance frameworks Ensure architectural alignment across Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure integration layers Oversee the design, performance, and maintainability of all integrations, extensions, and customisations Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure compliance with best practice and long-term supportability. Delivery Oversight Provide hands-on technical oversight across multiple concurrent F&O implementations Identify, mitigate, and escalate technical risks throughout the project life cycle Partner with the Practice Director to drive consistency, quality, and velocity in technical delivery Guide development teams in adopting DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines within Azure environments. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Stay abreast of Microsoft's Dynamics 365 roadmap, Azure innovations, and Power Platform capabilities Champion emerging technologies, tools, and delivery models that enhance solution quality and speed Mentor and upskill technical team members, fostering a high-performance culture across the F&O practice. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Engage directly with clients to translate complex business requirements into robust technical solutions Communicate architectural decisions and technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring technical strategies align with business goals and commercial outcomes. Experience Essential: Proven experience as a Technical Architect or Lead Developer across multiple end-to-end Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations Deep expertise in F&O architecture: data entities, extensibility, integrations, performance optimisation Strong background in integrating F&O with Dataverse, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps), and Azure services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, Azure Functions, API Management) Proficiency in X , C#, .NET, DevOps pipelines, and Lifecycle Services (LCS) Solid grasp of enterprise integration patterns, cloud architecture principles, and security models Exceptional communication, leadership, and mentoring capabilities Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365 F&O and/or Azure (preferred). Desirable: Demonstrated success in large-scale, multi-industry business transformations. Leadership experience in building and scaling teams. Why Join Us? People-first culture: We prioritise wellbeing, inclusivity, and career growth. You'll be supported to do your best work and thrive. Cutting-edge projects: Drive high-impact digital transformation initiatives that shape the future. Your ideas matter, and your contributions create real change. Flexible & future-fit working: Enjoy a hybrid work model designed for work-life balance, plus the autonomy to work in a way that suits you. Career growth that counts: Be part of an ambitious and fast-growing organisation where your development is a priority, with clear pathways to progress. Well-being at the core: From mental health support to a wellbeing programme, we ensure you feel your best, inside and outside of work.
AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture Overview Method has partnered with a digital consulting firm investing heavily in its AI and client-facing technology capabilities. As the business continues to evolve its AI offering, they are looking to hire an Associate Director to help shape, design, and deliver enterprise AI solutions across a growing portfolio of clients. This role is suited to someone who combines strong technical understanding of modern AI technologies with the ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders. You will play a key role in translating business challenges into practical AI solutions, supporting both pre-sales activity and delivery execution across consulting engagements. The Opportunity AI is becoming a core part of how the business delivers value to clients. This role will sit at the intersection of solution architecture, client advisory, and AI implementation, helping clients understand how technologies such as generative AI, LLMs, and agentic workflows can be applied in real-world enterprise environments. You will work closely with Partners, delivery teams, and clients to shape AI-enabled solutions that are commercially viable, technically scalable, and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business challenges, operational processes, and AI opportunities Design and architect AI-enabled solutions across areas such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic workflows, automation, and enterprise integration Support RFPs, proposals, and pre-sales engagements by defining solution approaches, technical architecture, delivery models, and implementation plans Work closely with consulting and engineering teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, secure, and aligned to client requirements Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused recommendations for senior stakeholders Provide hands-on input into AI implementation projects, including solution design, workflow architecture, tooling decisions, and platform selection Support the development of repeatable AI-enabled offerings, accelerators, and frameworks across the consulting practice Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout discovery, design, and early delivery phases Stay current on emerging AI technologies, enterprise adoption trends, governance considerations, and market developments Technical Focus Areas Agentic AI and enterprise LLM applications Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures AI agents and workflow orchestration AI solution architecture and systems integration Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, or similar platforms Enterprise AI governance, scalability, and deployment considerations AI-enabled automation and operational transformation Skills & Experience Experience delivering AI, data, or digital transformation solutions within a consulting or professional services environment Strong understanding of agentic AI, LLMs, and modern AI solution patterns Experience leading client-facing workshops, technical discovery sessions, and solution discussions Proven ability to shape technical solutions for proposals, RFPs, and consulting engagements Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage credibly with both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working across architecture, delivery, and advisory functions within complex enterprise environments Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with client engagement responsibilities Consulting experience from firms or similar environments would be highly beneficial Why This Role Opportunity to help shape a growing AI capability within an evolving consulting business High exposure to enterprise AI transformation programmes and senior client stakeholders Broad role spanning advisory, architecture, solution design, and delivery engagement Clear progression path into broader AI leadership responsibilities over time £100,000-£130,000 base + bonus AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 08, 2026
Full time
AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture Overview Method has partnered with a digital consulting firm investing heavily in its AI and client-facing technology capabilities. As the business continues to evolve its AI offering, they are looking to hire an Associate Director to help shape, design, and deliver enterprise AI solutions across a growing portfolio of clients. This role is suited to someone who combines strong technical understanding of modern AI technologies with the ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders. You will play a key role in translating business challenges into practical AI solutions, supporting both pre-sales activity and delivery execution across consulting engagements. The Opportunity AI is becoming a core part of how the business delivers value to clients. This role will sit at the intersection of solution architecture, client advisory, and AI implementation, helping clients understand how technologies such as generative AI, LLMs, and agentic workflows can be applied in real-world enterprise environments. You will work closely with Partners, delivery teams, and clients to shape AI-enabled solutions that are commercially viable, technically scalable, and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business challenges, operational processes, and AI opportunities Design and architect AI-enabled solutions across areas such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic workflows, automation, and enterprise integration Support RFPs, proposals, and pre-sales engagements by defining solution approaches, technical architecture, delivery models, and implementation plans Work closely with consulting and engineering teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, secure, and aligned to client requirements Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused recommendations for senior stakeholders Provide hands-on input into AI implementation projects, including solution design, workflow architecture, tooling decisions, and platform selection Support the development of repeatable AI-enabled offerings, accelerators, and frameworks across the consulting practice Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout discovery, design, and early delivery phases Stay current on emerging AI technologies, enterprise adoption trends, governance considerations, and market developments Technical Focus Areas Agentic AI and enterprise LLM applications Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures AI agents and workflow orchestration AI solution architecture and systems integration Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, or similar platforms Enterprise AI governance, scalability, and deployment considerations AI-enabled automation and operational transformation Skills & Experience Experience delivering AI, data, or digital transformation solutions within a consulting or professional services environment Strong understanding of agentic AI, LLMs, and modern AI solution patterns Experience leading client-facing workshops, technical discovery sessions, and solution discussions Proven ability to shape technical solutions for proposals, RFPs, and consulting engagements Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage credibly with both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working across architecture, delivery, and advisory functions within complex enterprise environments Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with client engagement responsibilities Consulting experience from firms or similar environments would be highly beneficial Why This Role Opportunity to help shape a growing AI capability within an evolving consulting business High exposure to enterprise AI transformation programmes and senior client stakeholders Broad role spanning advisory, architecture, solution design, and delivery engagement Clear progression path into broader AI leadership responsibilities over time £100,000-£130,000 base + bonus AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Global Head of Data London / Birmingham Hybrid Working We are partnering a global enterprise company looking for an experienced and commercially minded Global Head of Data. We are specifically looking for someone who has successfully scaled data teams within complex global enterprise environments. The successful candidate will have experience building capabilities from the ground up, creating clear data roadmaps, defining best practices, and embedding a data-driven culture across international business functions . Key Responsibilities Define and execute the global enterprise data strategy aligned to business and digital objectives Establish scalable global operating models across distributed enterprise environments Develop reusable enterprise data assets supporting digital services, analytics products, and AI-driven solutions Partner with Architecture teams to define modern cloud-based data platforms and AI-ready data pipelines Drive enterprise data governance, quality, lineage, privacy, and access control frameworks Enable trusted analytics and data-driven decision-making across business functions Lead the industrialisation of enterprise data capabilities to support scalable digital services Work closely with Cyber, Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams to ensure secure and ethical use of data Build strong relationships with executive leadership, regional stakeholders, and external partners Support the organisation's long-term ambitions around AI, automation, and intelligent digital services Required Experience Proven experience leading enterprise-scale data transformation within complex global organisations Strong experience scaling and leading global data teams within distributed enterprise environments Demonstrated success building modern data operating models across international organisations Experience delivering cloud-based data platforms, enterprise analytics capabilities, and AI-ready architectures Strong understanding of modern data ecosystems, integration patterns, governance, and data engineering practices Experience creating reusable and productised data assets that support commercial and digital outcomes Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to operate credibly at Executive and Board level Track record delivering measurable business outcomes through enterprise data and analytics strategies Experience operating within large matrixed organisations and navigating complex stakeholder environments If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact, please send your CV for consideration. Etech Partners needs to collect and use your personal information when you apply for a role. We understand that you care about your privacy, and we take that seriously. Our Privacy Notice describes our policies and practices regarding collection and use of your personal data. By applying for this job you accept the Privacy Policy.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Global Head of Data London / Birmingham Hybrid Working We are partnering a global enterprise company looking for an experienced and commercially minded Global Head of Data. We are specifically looking for someone who has successfully scaled data teams within complex global enterprise environments. The successful candidate will have experience building capabilities from the ground up, creating clear data roadmaps, defining best practices, and embedding a data-driven culture across international business functions . Key Responsibilities Define and execute the global enterprise data strategy aligned to business and digital objectives Establish scalable global operating models across distributed enterprise environments Develop reusable enterprise data assets supporting digital services, analytics products, and AI-driven solutions Partner with Architecture teams to define modern cloud-based data platforms and AI-ready data pipelines Drive enterprise data governance, quality, lineage, privacy, and access control frameworks Enable trusted analytics and data-driven decision-making across business functions Lead the industrialisation of enterprise data capabilities to support scalable digital services Work closely with Cyber, Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams to ensure secure and ethical use of data Build strong relationships with executive leadership, regional stakeholders, and external partners Support the organisation's long-term ambitions around AI, automation, and intelligent digital services Required Experience Proven experience leading enterprise-scale data transformation within complex global organisations Strong experience scaling and leading global data teams within distributed enterprise environments Demonstrated success building modern data operating models across international organisations Experience delivering cloud-based data platforms, enterprise analytics capabilities, and AI-ready architectures Strong understanding of modern data ecosystems, integration patterns, governance, and data engineering practices Experience creating reusable and productised data assets that support commercial and digital outcomes Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to operate credibly at Executive and Board level Track record delivering measurable business outcomes through enterprise data and analytics strategies Experience operating within large matrixed organisations and navigating complex stakeholder environments If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact, please send your CV for consideration. Etech Partners needs to collect and use your personal information when you apply for a role. We understand that you care about your privacy, and we take that seriously. Our Privacy Notice describes our policies and practices regarding collection and use of your personal data. By applying for this job you accept the Privacy Policy.
Senior Security & Compliance Architect London / Hybrid (1-2 days onsite per week) Salary: Up to £140,000 + Package We are seeking a Senior Security & Compliance Architect to lead the design, governance, and assurance of secure cloud and SaaS platforms across large-scale enterprise transformation programmes. This is a hands-on architecture role working across security, solution architecture, data, legal, procurement, and programme leadership teams to deliver secure-by-design solutions within complex, distributed enterprise environments. The successful candidate will help define and enforce security-by-design and privacy-by-default principles across a diverse SaaS and cloud ecosystem including Microsoft 365, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and other enterprise collaboration platforms. Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. financial services, government or similar is essential. Security clearance or eligibility for clearance is essential Key Responsibilities Define and maintain SaaS-first security reference architectures covering identity, integrations, data protection, and monitoring Drive security-by-design and privacy-by-default across enterprise digital and transformation initiatives Establish and enforce Zero Trust security baselines across Microsoft 365, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and key SaaS platforms Design and implement data protection controls including classification, DLP, encryption, retention, and access policies Interpret and implement compliance requirements including GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and client security obligations Lead SaaS/vendor security assurance, including risk assessments, architecture reviews, and due diligence Support incident response, resilience, backup, and disaster recovery architecture patterns and standards Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, and Commercial teams to ensure governance and contractual controls are embedded Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, leading security architecture reviews and risk-based decision making Required Experience Experience as an end-to-end Security or Solution Architect within large-scale enterprise transformation programmes Strong knowledge of enterprise application landscapes in complex organisations Deep expertise in security architecture across applications, data, infrastructure, and cloud Strong Identity & Access Management (IAM) experience Proven experience with Microsoft security technologies (Azure, Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Defender, Microsoft 365 security stack) Strong understanding of security governance, risk, and compliance frameworks including NIST and FAIR Experience delivering security architecture within multi-year transformation programmes Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact, please send your CV for consideration.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Security & Compliance Architect London / Hybrid (1-2 days onsite per week) Salary: Up to £140,000 + Package We are seeking a Senior Security & Compliance Architect to lead the design, governance, and assurance of secure cloud and SaaS platforms across large-scale enterprise transformation programmes. This is a hands-on architecture role working across security, solution architecture, data, legal, procurement, and programme leadership teams to deliver secure-by-design solutions within complex, distributed enterprise environments. The successful candidate will help define and enforce security-by-design and privacy-by-default principles across a diverse SaaS and cloud ecosystem including Microsoft 365, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and other enterprise collaboration platforms. Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. financial services, government or similar is essential. Security clearance or eligibility for clearance is essential Key Responsibilities Define and maintain SaaS-first security reference architectures covering identity, integrations, data protection, and monitoring Drive security-by-design and privacy-by-default across enterprise digital and transformation initiatives Establish and enforce Zero Trust security baselines across Microsoft 365, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and key SaaS platforms Design and implement data protection controls including classification, DLP, encryption, retention, and access policies Interpret and implement compliance requirements including GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and client security obligations Lead SaaS/vendor security assurance, including risk assessments, architecture reviews, and due diligence Support incident response, resilience, backup, and disaster recovery architecture patterns and standards Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, and Commercial teams to ensure governance and contractual controls are embedded Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, leading security architecture reviews and risk-based decision making Required Experience Experience as an end-to-end Security or Solution Architect within large-scale enterprise transformation programmes Strong knowledge of enterprise application landscapes in complex organisations Deep expertise in security architecture across applications, data, infrastructure, and cloud Strong Identity & Access Management (IAM) experience Proven experience with Microsoft security technologies (Azure, Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Defender, Microsoft 365 security stack) Strong understanding of security governance, risk, and compliance frameworks including NIST and FAIR Experience delivering security architecture within multi-year transformation programmes Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact, please send your CV for consideration.
Location: Reigate, Surrey (UK) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Pending satisfactory QDOS Assessment) Duration: 12 Months+ (Long-term framework assignment) Sector: Tier 1 Civil Engineering (Water / Wastewater Infrastructure) About the Role We are seeking an experienced, contract Site Agent to lead the successful execution of major civil engineering packages on a long-term utility framework in Reigate. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will operate as the primary technical and operational lead for your section of works, managing site teams, programming, and commercial reporting. You will bring proven experience managing multi-disciplinary civil works with complex interfaces This role offers a secure, minimum 12-month assignment with a premier Top Tier contractor. Key Responsibilities Package Delivery & Autonomy: Manage and deliver large-scale civil infrastructure packages from inception to handover, supporting and reporting directly to the Project Manager. Multidisciplinary Interfacing: Coordinate civil works with parallel engineering disciplines and specialist trades. Manage physical and logistical crossovers, ensuring structures are delivered in sequence for seamless system integration without interface delays. Planning & Programming: Plan on-site works, produce and update detailed 4-week lookahead programs, and actively feed progress data into the master Primavera P6 delivery program. Commercial Administration: Maintain strong commercial awareness; proactively identify project delays, track variations, and draft/raise Early Warning Notices (EWNs) under the contract. Technical Compliance: Review project drawings and specifications, raise Requests for Information (RFIs) and Technical Queries (TQs), and compose/review robust Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), including RAMS, ITPs, and permits . Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC): Act as the technical authority on-site for temporary works, utilizing your deep knowledge of requirements to coordinate closely with site teams and fulfill TWC duties. HSEQ Enforcement: Enforce absolute compliance with all HSEQ requirements specific to major civils delivery, including live services, lifting operations (LOLER/PUWER), excavations, and environmental constraints. Culture & Stakeholder Management: Maintain a professional, collaborative work culture with all subcontractors, clients, asset owners, and delivery stakeholders. Experience & Technical Skillset Tier 1 Pedigree: Direct, previous experience working in a contract management capacity (Sub Agent / Site Agent) within a Tier 1 civil engineering environment is essential. Clear Career Progression: A demonstrable history of technical progression moving from Engineer to Sub Agent, and into a Site Agent role . AMP Framework & Sector Experience: Prior experience delivering clean water, wastewater, or heavy drainage infrastructure assets under the AMP (Asset Management Period) Framework is highly desirable. IT & Systems Literacy: Fully proficient with modern digital site management tools, electronic compliance platforms, and programming software. Qualifications & Certifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification (essential). CSCS Card applicable to a management role (Black Manager Card preferred). Degree / HND / HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Valid EUSR Water Hygiene Card (highly desirable). Full, valid UK Driving License (essential). Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
Location: Reigate, Surrey (UK) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Pending satisfactory QDOS Assessment) Duration: 12 Months+ (Long-term framework assignment) Sector: Tier 1 Civil Engineering (Water / Wastewater Infrastructure) About the Role We are seeking an experienced, contract Site Agent to lead the successful execution of major civil engineering packages on a long-term utility framework in Reigate. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will operate as the primary technical and operational lead for your section of works, managing site teams, programming, and commercial reporting. You will bring proven experience managing multi-disciplinary civil works with complex interfaces This role offers a secure, minimum 12-month assignment with a premier Top Tier contractor. Key Responsibilities Package Delivery & Autonomy: Manage and deliver large-scale civil infrastructure packages from inception to handover, supporting and reporting directly to the Project Manager. Multidisciplinary Interfacing: Coordinate civil works with parallel engineering disciplines and specialist trades. Manage physical and logistical crossovers, ensuring structures are delivered in sequence for seamless system integration without interface delays. Planning & Programming: Plan on-site works, produce and update detailed 4-week lookahead programs, and actively feed progress data into the master Primavera P6 delivery program. Commercial Administration: Maintain strong commercial awareness; proactively identify project delays, track variations, and draft/raise Early Warning Notices (EWNs) under the contract. Technical Compliance: Review project drawings and specifications, raise Requests for Information (RFIs) and Technical Queries (TQs), and compose/review robust Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), including RAMS, ITPs, and permits . Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC): Act as the technical authority on-site for temporary works, utilizing your deep knowledge of requirements to coordinate closely with site teams and fulfill TWC duties. HSEQ Enforcement: Enforce absolute compliance with all HSEQ requirements specific to major civils delivery, including live services, lifting operations (LOLER/PUWER), excavations, and environmental constraints. Culture & Stakeholder Management: Maintain a professional, collaborative work culture with all subcontractors, clients, asset owners, and delivery stakeholders. Experience & Technical Skillset Tier 1 Pedigree: Direct, previous experience working in a contract management capacity (Sub Agent / Site Agent) within a Tier 1 civil engineering environment is essential. Clear Career Progression: A demonstrable history of technical progression moving from Engineer to Sub Agent, and into a Site Agent role . AMP Framework & Sector Experience: Prior experience delivering clean water, wastewater, or heavy drainage infrastructure assets under the AMP (Asset Management Period) Framework is highly desirable. IT & Systems Literacy: Fully proficient with modern digital site management tools, electronic compliance platforms, and programming software. Qualifications & Certifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification (essential). CSCS Card applicable to a management role (Black Manager Card preferred). Degree / HND / HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Valid EUSR Water Hygiene Card (highly desirable). Full, valid UK Driving License (essential). Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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.
Jun 07, 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.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Reading, Oxfordshire
Lead Solution Architect +6 months + +Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 95 - 116 per hour +SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to provide senior technical leadership across major digital programmes. This is a high-impact role responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the architecture that underpins digital products, platforms, and services. You will lead architectural direction across complex programmes, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, interoperable, and aligned to enterprise strategy and long-term business objectives. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, architecture teams, and external delivery partners to drive technical excellence and deliver a cohesive digital ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Lead and govern solution architecture activities across major digital programmes Define and evolve enterprise architecture roadmaps aligned to business and digital transformation objectives Provide architectural oversight across cloud, enterprise, and integrated technology solutions Assess and validate technical proposals from delivery partners and suppliers Ensure all solutions meet required standards for cybersecurity, resilience, scalability, and interoperability Shape architecture strategy within RFPs, procurement activities, and delivery governance processes Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders across multinational programmes Promote best practice architecture principles, standards, and governance across the Digital portfolio Essential Experience Proven experience leading architecture functions across large-scale enterprise programmes Strong background delivering solutions involving technologies such as Azure and SAP S/4HANA Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior and CXO level Strong expertise across Microsoft technologies, enterprise integration, and security Experience leading internal technical teams and managing external delivery partners Strong understanding of enterprise architecture governance and digital transformation Desirable Azure cloud certifications Experience within Defence, Aerospace, or highly regulated environments Exposure to multinational or complex international programmes If you'd like to discuss this Solution Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
Lead Solution Architect +6 months + +Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 95 - 116 per hour +SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to provide senior technical leadership across major digital programmes. This is a high-impact role responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the architecture that underpins digital products, platforms, and services. You will lead architectural direction across complex programmes, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, interoperable, and aligned to enterprise strategy and long-term business objectives. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, architecture teams, and external delivery partners to drive technical excellence and deliver a cohesive digital ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Lead and govern solution architecture activities across major digital programmes Define and evolve enterprise architecture roadmaps aligned to business and digital transformation objectives Provide architectural oversight across cloud, enterprise, and integrated technology solutions Assess and validate technical proposals from delivery partners and suppliers Ensure all solutions meet required standards for cybersecurity, resilience, scalability, and interoperability Shape architecture strategy within RFPs, procurement activities, and delivery governance processes Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders across multinational programmes Promote best practice architecture principles, standards, and governance across the Digital portfolio Essential Experience Proven experience leading architecture functions across large-scale enterprise programmes Strong background delivering solutions involving technologies such as Azure and SAP S/4HANA Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior and CXO level Strong expertise across Microsoft technologies, enterprise integration, and security Experience leading internal technical teams and managing external delivery partners Strong understanding of enterprise architecture governance and digital transformation Desirable Azure cloud certifications Experience within Defence, Aerospace, or highly regulated environments Exposure to multinational or complex international programmes If you'd like to discuss this Solution Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Our client, a prominent company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Lead Solutions Architect for a contract position, based from Reading. Role Description: As the Lead Solutions Architect within our client's digital business value stream, you will provide senior technical leadership in defining, governing, and optimising the architecture necessary for delivering digital products, platforms, and services. Your primary accountability is to ensure that all digital solutions across major multinational programmes align with the enterprise architecture, digital strategy, and broader business objectives of our client. Leading both internal architecture teams and external delivery partners, you will set the architectural direction, assure solution quality, and embed best practice design principles within the digital portfolio. Your role ensures all digital systems meet required standards for interoperability, resilience, cybersecurity, and long-term scalability. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership to the Digital Architecture team, ensuring clear direction and strong technical governance. Define, own, and evolve the enterprise architecture roadmap, supporting long-term transformation goals and seamless interoperability across multinational programmes. Assess and validate technical proposals from delivery partners, ensuring they are credible, secure, cost-effective, and aligned with enterprise architecture principles and programme objectives. Shape and contribute to RFPs, procurement activities, and architectural oversight processes, ensuring requirements and quality expectations are embedded from the outset. Partner with senior leadership across the Digital business and the broader organisation to ensure architectural decisions align with strategic priorities and drive business value. Job Requirements: Experience leading architecture functions in at least two major programmes (e.g., Azure, SAP S/4HANA). Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills up to CXO level. Expertise in Microsoft technologies, integration, and security. Desirable Skills: Azure cloud certifications. If you are an experienced solutions architect with a strong background in IT Digital within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's mission to shape the future of global defence through innovative and secure digital solutions.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a prominent company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Lead Solutions Architect for a contract position, based from Reading. Role Description: As the Lead Solutions Architect within our client's digital business value stream, you will provide senior technical leadership in defining, governing, and optimising the architecture necessary for delivering digital products, platforms, and services. Your primary accountability is to ensure that all digital solutions across major multinational programmes align with the enterprise architecture, digital strategy, and broader business objectives of our client. Leading both internal architecture teams and external delivery partners, you will set the architectural direction, assure solution quality, and embed best practice design principles within the digital portfolio. Your role ensures all digital systems meet required standards for interoperability, resilience, cybersecurity, and long-term scalability. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership to the Digital Architecture team, ensuring clear direction and strong technical governance. Define, own, and evolve the enterprise architecture roadmap, supporting long-term transformation goals and seamless interoperability across multinational programmes. Assess and validate technical proposals from delivery partners, ensuring they are credible, secure, cost-effective, and aligned with enterprise architecture principles and programme objectives. Shape and contribute to RFPs, procurement activities, and architectural oversight processes, ensuring requirements and quality expectations are embedded from the outset. Partner with senior leadership across the Digital business and the broader organisation to ensure architectural decisions align with strategic priorities and drive business value. Job Requirements: Experience leading architecture functions in at least two major programmes (e.g., Azure, SAP S/4HANA). Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills up to CXO level. Expertise in Microsoft technologies, integration, and security. Desirable Skills: Azure cloud certifications. If you are an experienced solutions architect with a strong background in IT Digital within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's mission to shape the future of global defence through innovative and secure digital solutions.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Reading, Oxfordshire
Solution Lead / Chief Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 95 - 116 per hour +SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project Job Overview: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping cutting-edge digital solutions for the defence sector. This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to lead architectural strategies within complex aerospace and MOD environments, ensuring that all digital initiatives are secure, scalable, and aligned with strategic goals. Based in Reading with flexible hybrid working options, you will work on-site to support sensitive programmes, making a tangible impact on national and global defence capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic technical leadership within the Digital business stream, guiding the architecture of digital products, platforms, and services. Ensure all solutions across multinational defence programmes meet high standards of quality, security, interoperability, and scalability. Lead and mentor internal architecture teams and external partners, establishing best practices and architectural governance. Develop, maintain, and oversee enterprise architecture roadmap, aligning it with long-term transformation objectives. Assess technical proposals from partners, ensuring they are credible, cost-effective, and compliant with security and enterprise standards. Contribute to RFPs, procurement processes, and architectural reviews, embedding requirements from project inception. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure architectural decisions support strategic priorities and business growth. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements pertinent to defence projects. Qualifications & Skills: Proven extensive experience leading architecture in large-scale defence, aerospace, or digital transformation programmes (minimum two major programmes preferred). Strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, cloud (Azure), integration, and security. Demonstrable leadership and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with C-level executives. Relevant experience working within MOD, Defence Digital, or UK aerospace environments. Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure certifications) are desirable but not mandatory. Ability to assess complex technical proposals, articulate strategic architectural direction, and guide multi-disciplinary teams effectively. If you'd like to discuss this Solution Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Jun 06, 2026
Contractor
Solution Lead / Chief Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 95 - 116 per hour +SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project Job Overview: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping cutting-edge digital solutions for the defence sector. This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to lead architectural strategies within complex aerospace and MOD environments, ensuring that all digital initiatives are secure, scalable, and aligned with strategic goals. Based in Reading with flexible hybrid working options, you will work on-site to support sensitive programmes, making a tangible impact on national and global defence capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic technical leadership within the Digital business stream, guiding the architecture of digital products, platforms, and services. Ensure all solutions across multinational defence programmes meet high standards of quality, security, interoperability, and scalability. Lead and mentor internal architecture teams and external partners, establishing best practices and architectural governance. Develop, maintain, and oversee enterprise architecture roadmap, aligning it with long-term transformation objectives. Assess technical proposals from partners, ensuring they are credible, cost-effective, and compliant with security and enterprise standards. Contribute to RFPs, procurement processes, and architectural reviews, embedding requirements from project inception. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure architectural decisions support strategic priorities and business growth. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements pertinent to defence projects. Qualifications & Skills: Proven extensive experience leading architecture in large-scale defence, aerospace, or digital transformation programmes (minimum two major programmes preferred). Strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, cloud (Azure), integration, and security. Demonstrable leadership and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with C-level executives. Relevant experience working within MOD, Defence Digital, or UK aerospace environments. Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure certifications) are desirable but not mandatory. Ability to assess complex technical proposals, articulate strategic architectural direction, and guide multi-disciplinary teams effectively. If you'd like to discuss this Solution Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited
City, London
AI Cloud Engineer London (Hybrid): Onsite 4:1 WFH Inside IR35 Contract We're seeking a forward-thinking engineer ready to sit at the absolute intersection of Cloud Infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence within this international banking group. This is a unique opportunity to join a small, dynamic team within a leading financial services institution as they evolve their digital engineering capabilities. You will play a pivotal role in building the secure, scalable foundations that underpin critical banking services, transitioning from traditional cloud functions into a high-impact AI enablement powerhouse. In this hands-on role, you will design and develop bespoke cloud and AI solutions, primarily focusing on Azure while expanding into Oracle Cloud and AWS. You will be the bridge between platforms and software engineering, applying rigorous discipline to deliver automated, sustainable patterns that meet complex regulatory and security standards. Your Key Responsibilities Design & Deliver: Architect and implement cloud and AI-ready solutions on Azure, building repeatable patterns and integration services that support next-generation workloads. Innovate with AI: Develop bespoke components using the OpenAI SDK and GPT models, ensuring all AI adoption is underpinned by robust governance and safety guardrails. Engineering Excellence: Drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines, while maintaining REST APIs and identity-aware solution patterns. Collaborative Impact: Work autonomously to manage ambiguity, collaborating across infrastructure and application teams to enhance platform stability and cost efficiency. Skills & Experience Required Azure Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with Azure engineering, PaaS services, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, ARM, or Terraform. Software Engineering: Strong proficiency in Python (essential) and PowerShell for building automation frameworks, REST APIs, and identity flows (OAuth2). Identity & Security: Solid understanding of Entra ID, IAM patterns, and implementing security controls within a regulated environment. AI Integration: Familiarity with Azure OpenAI, embeddings, and vector workflows, with the ability to operationalise responsible AI controls. Qualifications: You should hold an Azure certification (AZ-104 or higher) and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Desirables: Ideally, you will have experience with Azure API Management, AI orchestration frameworks, or knowledge of AI model lifecycle controls. This is more than just an infrastructure role; it is a chance to influence a global cloud strategy and gain exposure to multi-cloud environments during a major AI transformation. If you thrive in a results-driven environment and want to make a tangible impact on the future of FinTech, we want to hear from you. If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Cloud Engineer, AI Engineer, Azure Architect, Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Python Developer, Azure OpenAI, Bicep, Terraform, Entra ID, Generative AI Integration, and FinTech Cloud Specialist. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 06, 2026
Contractor
AI Cloud Engineer London (Hybrid): Onsite 4:1 WFH Inside IR35 Contract We're seeking a forward-thinking engineer ready to sit at the absolute intersection of Cloud Infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence within this international banking group. This is a unique opportunity to join a small, dynamic team within a leading financial services institution as they evolve their digital engineering capabilities. You will play a pivotal role in building the secure, scalable foundations that underpin critical banking services, transitioning from traditional cloud functions into a high-impact AI enablement powerhouse. In this hands-on role, you will design and develop bespoke cloud and AI solutions, primarily focusing on Azure while expanding into Oracle Cloud and AWS. You will be the bridge between platforms and software engineering, applying rigorous discipline to deliver automated, sustainable patterns that meet complex regulatory and security standards. Your Key Responsibilities Design & Deliver: Architect and implement cloud and AI-ready solutions on Azure, building repeatable patterns and integration services that support next-generation workloads. Innovate with AI: Develop bespoke components using the OpenAI SDK and GPT models, ensuring all AI adoption is underpinned by robust governance and safety guardrails. Engineering Excellence: Drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines, while maintaining REST APIs and identity-aware solution patterns. Collaborative Impact: Work autonomously to manage ambiguity, collaborating across infrastructure and application teams to enhance platform stability and cost efficiency. Skills & Experience Required Azure Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with Azure engineering, PaaS services, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, ARM, or Terraform. Software Engineering: Strong proficiency in Python (essential) and PowerShell for building automation frameworks, REST APIs, and identity flows (OAuth2). Identity & Security: Solid understanding of Entra ID, IAM patterns, and implementing security controls within a regulated environment. AI Integration: Familiarity with Azure OpenAI, embeddings, and vector workflows, with the ability to operationalise responsible AI controls. Qualifications: You should hold an Azure certification (AZ-104 or higher) and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Desirables: Ideally, you will have experience with Azure API Management, AI orchestration frameworks, or knowledge of AI model lifecycle controls. This is more than just an infrastructure role; it is a chance to influence a global cloud strategy and gain exposure to multi-cloud environments during a major AI transformation. If you thrive in a results-driven environment and want to make a tangible impact on the future of FinTech, we want to hear from you. If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Cloud Engineer, AI Engineer, Azure Architect, Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Python Developer, Azure OpenAI, Bicep, Terraform, Entra ID, Generative AI Integration, and FinTech Cloud Specialist. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Jun 06, 2026
Contractor
Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer - Technology Operations (Full time) Salary: £53,408 - £62,309 (dependent on experience) Working pattern: Hybrid working Location: OSHQ Southampton About the team Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services. Join us and you'll have an opportunity to make an impact. To empower projects that deliver real-world benefits across Britain and internationally. To hear our customers say they couldn't have done it without us. And to be central to OS's vision: to be recognised as world leaders in geospatial services; creating location insight for positive impact. About the role We're seeking a proactive Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer to join our high performing Client Endpoint and Identity Service. In this senior role, you'll take the technical lead in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise level endpoint and identity solutions. As a subject matter expert, you will shape strategic improvements, deliver roadmap initiatives, and ensure secure, scalable, and user focused access to corporate resources as we continue to evolve our modern digital workplace. As a subject matter expert, you will shape strategic improvements, deliver roadmap initiatives, and ensure secure, scalable, and user-focused access to corporate resources as we continue to evolve our modern digital workplace. As a senior member of the team, you'll bring both deep technical expertise and leadership providing mentorship, coaching, and guidance to colleagues. You'll champion best practices, foster effective collaboration, and promote clear, open communication across the service. What we're looking for We're looking for a Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer who can demonstrate the following: Essential Experience in endpoint security, compliance, identity governance, and modern device management. Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining IT platforms. Proficiency in PowerShell for automation, scripting, and configuration management. Ability to define and enforce device configuration and security standards. Skilled in managing patching, compliance, software distribution, and cross platform device support. -platform device support. Strong problem-solving skills and experience selecting effective technical solutions. -solving skills and experience selecting effective technical solutions. Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills. Acts as an escalation point for complex issues and supports system performance monitoring. Collaborates with security, infrastructure, and service desk teams to deliver integrated solutions. Creates automation, maintains documentation, and contributes to team development. Participates in project planning, risk assessment, and continuous improvement through technology evaluation. Experience leading engagements with key stakeholders, working with Service Management and External Suppliers. Understanding of application packaging and deployment. Experience leading projects, technical implementations and continuous improvements. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune), including device configuration, compliance, application deployment, Windows Autopatch, and Autopilot. Strong experience with Azure Active Directory / Entra ID, conditional access, identity protection, and modern authentication methods (MFA, password-less, certificate based auth). -based auth). Extensive expertise in Windows client OS, including lifecycle management, performance optimisation, security configuration, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and wider Defender suite integrations. Experience with identity lifecycle management, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access models. If you are interested in joining a team that lies at the heart of what OS is about, we are looking for someone that can demonstrate skills and experience in: A proactive approach, taking ownership of operational issues, identifying inefficiencies, and driving initiatives to improve and streamline services. Strong PowerShell skills for scripting, automation, and configuration management. Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues and support teams. Hands-on experience implementing Client Endpoint and Identity solutions. The ability to lead technical projects as a subject matter expert and provide consultancy. Experience defining roadmaps and delivering key workstreams to support strategic goals. Closing date: Sunday 14 June 2026
Jun 06, 2026
Full time
Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer - Technology Operations (Full time) Salary: £53,408 - £62,309 (dependent on experience) Working pattern: Hybrid working Location: OSHQ Southampton About the team Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services. Join us and you'll have an opportunity to make an impact. To empower projects that deliver real-world benefits across Britain and internationally. To hear our customers say they couldn't have done it without us. And to be central to OS's vision: to be recognised as world leaders in geospatial services; creating location insight for positive impact. About the role We're seeking a proactive Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer to join our high performing Client Endpoint and Identity Service. In this senior role, you'll take the technical lead in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise level endpoint and identity solutions. As a subject matter expert, you will shape strategic improvements, deliver roadmap initiatives, and ensure secure, scalable, and user focused access to corporate resources as we continue to evolve our modern digital workplace. As a subject matter expert, you will shape strategic improvements, deliver roadmap initiatives, and ensure secure, scalable, and user-focused access to corporate resources as we continue to evolve our modern digital workplace. As a senior member of the team, you'll bring both deep technical expertise and leadership providing mentorship, coaching, and guidance to colleagues. You'll champion best practices, foster effective collaboration, and promote clear, open communication across the service. What we're looking for We're looking for a Senior Client Endpoint & Identity Engineer who can demonstrate the following: Essential Experience in endpoint security, compliance, identity governance, and modern device management. Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining IT platforms. Proficiency in PowerShell for automation, scripting, and configuration management. Ability to define and enforce device configuration and security standards. Skilled in managing patching, compliance, software distribution, and cross platform device support. -platform device support. Strong problem-solving skills and experience selecting effective technical solutions. -solving skills and experience selecting effective technical solutions. Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills. Acts as an escalation point for complex issues and supports system performance monitoring. Collaborates with security, infrastructure, and service desk teams to deliver integrated solutions. Creates automation, maintains documentation, and contributes to team development. Participates in project planning, risk assessment, and continuous improvement through technology evaluation. Experience leading engagements with key stakeholders, working with Service Management and External Suppliers. Understanding of application packaging and deployment. Experience leading projects, technical implementations and continuous improvements. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune), including device configuration, compliance, application deployment, Windows Autopatch, and Autopilot. Strong experience with Azure Active Directory / Entra ID, conditional access, identity protection, and modern authentication methods (MFA, password-less, certificate based auth). -based auth). Extensive expertise in Windows client OS, including lifecycle management, performance optimisation, security configuration, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and wider Defender suite integrations. Experience with identity lifecycle management, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access models. If you are interested in joining a team that lies at the heart of what OS is about, we are looking for someone that can demonstrate skills and experience in: A proactive approach, taking ownership of operational issues, identifying inefficiencies, and driving initiatives to improve and streamline services. Strong PowerShell skills for scripting, automation, and configuration management. Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues and support teams. Hands-on experience implementing Client Endpoint and Identity solutions. The ability to lead technical projects as a subject matter expert and provide consultancy. Experience defining roadmaps and delivering key workstreams to support strategic goals. Closing date: Sunday 14 June 2026
