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Are you a financial reporting professional with experience of leading a small team? Are you a qualified accountant technically strong around IFRS within a listed business? Can you work in central Bristol 3 days a week? If this sounds like you and you thrive in a large, complex and fast paced environment then we'd be keen to hear from you as our client needs a senior accountant to help provide high quality financial reporting for a business with hundreds of legal entities. Along with being a technically strong accountant you'll likely have qualified through Big4 and moved into industry. It's key that you have the ability and experience to develop those less experienced team members, imparting your accounting knowledge and process management skills along with motivating the team and leading from the front. This role due to the complex nature of the work can often be a pressurised environment in order to reach deadlines however the organisation really does recognise high calibre individuals with progression opportunities and remuneration. If you're looking for a role within a market leading organisation where you will be challenged and you're accounting skillset will be used to the fullest then please get in touch through application and shortlisted applicants will be contacted with further details. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

Senior Support Engineer Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Benefits: Hybrid working, exposure to modern cloud and security technologies, career development, collaborative technical team Our client, a leading managed IT and cybersecurity provider, is looking to appoint a Senior Support Engineer to join their growing technical team in Cheltenham. With over 20 years of delivering IT services, cybersecurity solutions, Microsoft cloud technologies and managed support services, they have built a strong reputation for technical excellence and customer service. Supporting a broad range of businesses across the UK, this is an opportunity to work with a highly experienced team and gain exposure to a diverse technical estate. This role will focus on providing both 2nd and 3rd Line Support , acting as a technical escalation point while helping customers maximise the value of their IT infrastructure and cloud platforms. What you'll be doing: Providing 2nd and 3rd Line support across a varied customer base Troubleshooting complex infrastructure, networking and Microsoft 365 issues Supporting cloud environments and migrations Managing and resolving escalated service desk tickets Supporting cybersecurity technologies and security best practices Assisting with project delivery and infrastructure upgrades Working with backup, disaster recovery and business continuity solutions Supporting endpoint, server and network environments Collaborating with internal technical teams to deliver exceptional customer outcomes Technologies you'll work with The organisation provides a broad range of managed IT, cloud and security services, offering exposure to technologies including: Microsoft 365 Azure Cloud Services Windows Server Active Directory Endpoint Security & Antivirus Solutions Network Infrastructure Backup & Disaster Recovery Microsoft Defender Cyber Security & Vulnerability Management Cloud Technologies and Managed Services What we're looking for: Previous experience in a Senior Support Engineer, 3rd Line Engineer or Infrastructure Support role Strong Microsoft 365 administration experience Experience supporting Azure environments Knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory Strong networking fundamentals Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions Excellent troubleshooting and customer-facing skills Ability to manage and prioritise multiple technical issues Why join? Hybrid working model with only 3 days per week onsite Join an established and growing IT services organisation Work across cloud, infrastructure and cybersecurity projects Exposure to modern Microsoft technologies and security solutions Opportunity to develop technically within a highly experienced team Collaborative culture focused on service excellence and technical expertise ? If you're an experienced Support Engineer looking to step into a role where you'll work across both operational support and project delivery while gaining exposure to cloud and cybersecurity technologies, we'd love to hear from you.

SC Johnson Professional have an exciting opportunity for a Data Analyst - Sustainability to join the team! You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis , and in return, you will receive a competitive salary . Location: Denby, Derbyshire Function: RD&E Internal Job Title: Senior Associate, Data Analyst, Sustainability About us: Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets. SC Johnson Professional is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886. What's in it for you? Competitive salary plus bonus 4+1 hybrid working model Company pension scheme (up to 6% employer contributions) Life assurance (4 your salary) Free access to a healthcare platform offering nutritional advice, wellbeing support, and more Enhanced parental leave policy Free optical & hearing test vouchers 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays Office based role with remote work available once a week for eligible employees Summer office hours: early Friday finish at 1:00 PM Employee benefits platform with discounts & wellbeing perks Access to employee assistance programmes Complimentary fresh fruit & hot drinks Subsidised on-site canteen Discounted products at our staff shop Free parking EV charging points at our Denby site (powered by our own renewable electricity!) Cycle-to-work scheme plus bicycle storage area "Save a Space" £200 monthly prize draw (earn a ticket every day you car share or don't use a parking space!) And so much more! About the Data Analyst - Sustainability role: The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the development, maintenance, and ongoing enhancement of the SC Johnson Professional Sustainability Databank and reporting systems. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of sustainability data across key focus areas including Plastics, Chemistry, Carbon, Deforestation, and Waste, enabling informed decision-making and progress against sustainability ambitions. The role also contributes to the preparation of sustainability reports and data submissions, supporting transparent, credible communication of performance, progress, and impact across the business, as well as ensuring all relevant Sustainability Regulatory and Financial legislations are complied with. Responsibilities as our Graduate Product Development Associate - R&D: Support and maintain sustainability data sources to ensure integrity and alignment with evolving business requirements. Develop and manage the Sustainability Databank (Product & Product packaging data) and other repositories (e.g., Competitor Sustainability analysis). Ensure data availability and applicability to meet the needs of key stakeholders (RD&E, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance). Support project sponsors/managers by delivering project-specific sustainability data requirements. Provide input into the creation of the Reporting Portal with self-serve formats and dashboards for easy stakeholder access to sustainability data Provide data as directed to meet the needs of corporate, regulatory, and regional requirements Maintain analytics tools that provide data for use in insight generation Experience you'll bring as our Data Analyst - Sustainability: Experience in SQL, Excel, Power Query and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Familiarity with SAP or similar PLM tools Familiarity with product analytics platforms Ability to translate technical data, regulatory requirements, etc into business insights and opportunities Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field; advanced degree preferred Ability to communicate effectively, translating data analytics outputs into actionable directions Behaviours you'll need: Strong attention to detail, with a consistent focus on data accuracy, quality, and integrity. A proactive, structured approach to managing complex data sets and evolving requirements. Curiosity and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to explore data to uncover insights and opportunities. Please Note: This role is based in the UK, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not provide domestic or international relocation for this role. You will be required to work from the office 5 days a week during the 90 days. After this, the arrangement will transition to 4 days in the office and one day working from home each week. If you feel like you are the right fit for our Data Analyst - Sustainability, please click 'Apply' now - we'd love to hear from you! Inclusion & Diversity We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate and make decisions. We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability - that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization.

Contract Principal Data Scientist (Senior Data Scientist) The Opportunity We're looking for a Principal Data Scientist (Senior Data Scientist level) to lead the development of advanced analytics, AI models, and data-driven solutions that deliver real organisational impact. This role sits at the intersection of data science, AI, and business strategy , combining technical expertise with leadership to shape high-value initiatives and unlock insights from complex data. What You'll Be Doing Build strong relationships with stakeholders to identify opportunities where data science and AI can deliver value Design, develop and deploy advanced analytics, machine learning models, and data products Lead and contribute to high-impact data science projects across the organisation Translate complex analysis into clear, actionable insights and recommendations Work closely with data engineers to ensure robust, scalable data pipelines and solutions Provide technical leadership , setting standards and coaching other data scientists Drive innovation and champion the use of AI and advanced analytics Contribute to best practice in data science, governance, and ethical use of data Tech & Tools You'll typically work with: Python and advanced statistical tools Machine Learning and AI frameworks Cloud-based data platforms (e.g. Azure ecosystems) Data visualisation and reporting tools Data engineering and transformation pipelines What We're Looking For Essential: Extensive experience designing and delivering data science and AI solutions in real-world environments Strong expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, and advanced analytics techniques Proven ability to write and optimise complex code Experience working closely with data engineers and multidisciplinary teams Demonstrable contribution to building data science capability and best practice Ability to communicate complex findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Desirable: Experience working in agile, iterative delivery environments Understanding of user research and user needs in product development What Makes This Role Stand Out Opportunity to lead and shape AI and data science strategy Combination of hands-on delivery and technical leadership Focus on delivering real-world impact through data Work across a variety of complex, high-value problem spaces Key Skills Advanced statistical analysis and modelling Data engineering collaboration and data lifecycle understanding Storytelling with data and visualisation Data ethics, privacy, and governance awareness Stakeholder engagement and influencing Product thinking and delivery What You'll Deliver High-quality AI models and analytical solutions Insightful dashboards, reports, and visualisations Scalable and reusable data science products Established standards, practices, and capability improvements Thought leadership in data science and AI innovation Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Senior Platform Engineer (Automation & DevOps) Manchester (Hybrid- 1 day on site every 2 weeks)£55K - £76K A Senior Platform Engineer is required for our client to help modernise and scale our technology platforms through high-quality, secure automation. In this role, you'll lead the design and delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD solutions across a hybrid, Azure-first environment, working closely with senior stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, setting automation standards, shaping strategy, and mentoring others. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise-scale automation using Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell and Python Build and improve CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Act as the Azure automation SME, advising on security, resilience, and cost efficiency Influence standards and governance via the Technical Design Authority Support and develop colleagues in an inclusive, collaborative team Experience required: Strong experience delivering automation in Azure and hybrid environments Deep IaC and scripting expertise Knowledge of on-premise infrastructure technologies including, Server (operating system and hardware), VMware, Exchange, Networks switches, firewalls, storge technologies security and SAN. Experience working within regulated or complex enterprise estates Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Leadership or mentoring experience Experience with M365, Power Platform or AI-driven automation is beneficial but not essential.

Supplier Technical Manager Fresh Produce Remote working with travel Competitive Are you a Supplier Technical Manager or Supplier technologist working within fresh produce? If so, we'd like to hear from you. About our client Our client is a leading packer of fresh produce, and is look for a Supplier Technical Manager / Supplier Technologist for a minimum of a 8-month FTC About the Role As Supplier Technical Manager you will be responsible for driving the quality of product from the supplier base, leading audits and supplier visits. Managing supplier KPI's, ensuring due diligence is in place at the start of season, doing end-of-season reviews. The Ideal Candidate You will need to have a proven track record of working in a Technical Manager / Assistant Technical Manager / Technologist role within fresh produce, ideally supplier-facing within the fruit category. Have good experience in dealing and managing suppliers and growers. Good knowledge of fresh produce, ideally fruit. Good auditing knowledge of suppliers. For further information please contact Luan Harrison at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Job title: EHS Manager Location: EA3 Offshore (Suffolk/Norfolk) Contract length: 12 months Hours: 50 hours per week Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor on behalf of Siemens Energy. This role is essential for driving operational excellence and ensuring the highest standards of environmental protection, health, and safety across appointed projects. The Site EHS Advisor is responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the broader site organization. You will act as a champion for zero harm, environmental sustainability, and wellbeing, providing visible, strong, and active EHS leadership throughout all project phases. Key Responsibilities & Duties 1. Project Phase Execution Dispatch Phase: Verify hazardous substances/chemicals are stored in appropriate locations and that chemical assessments are held at the point of storage. Construction, Installation & Commissioning Phases: Site Inspection & Mobilization: Ensure all required notices are posted. Initiate fire risk assessments, ensure EHS equipment is present, and set up project EHS folders, Construction Phase Plans, TMP, ERP, and RAMS/Permits. Establish EHS Safety Representatives and publish minutes. Safe Systems of Work (SSOW): Support site management to ensure all project resources understand and sign SSOW documentation. Provide technical EHS reviews for task-based risk assessments and contractor method statements. Registrations & Inductions: Deliver site inductions to all personnel before they commence work. Track visitor/loaned PPE and maintain EHS records. Competency & Training: Verify valid certifications for site arrivals and deliver project-specific EHS training/toolbox talks aligned with local legislation. Site Rules & Subcontractor Management: Monitor compliance with site rules and escalate non-conformance. Monitor subcontractor work against accepted RAMS. Monitoring, Assessment & Incident Management: Conduct routine and non-routine inspections. Log unsafe acts/conditions, process safety observations, and lead initial incident risk assessments or root-cause investigations when required. Emergency Response & Reporting: Facilitate local emergency response drills, display ERP details, and develop weekly EHS Site Reports. Immediately notify management of any EHS incidents. Project Closure: Finalize the archiving of all project-related EHS documentation and ensure the closure of all Incident Management System workflows. 2. Authority & Compliance Stop Work Authority: You hold the explicit authority to issue instructions to stop work immediately if you identify unsafe acts, conditions, or procedural failings that jeopardize safety. Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Siemens Energy Health & Safety policies, data security/customer information rules, and ethics/anti-corruption guidelines. About You Technical Competence & Experience Detailed knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation pertaining to large construction projects. Proven experience implementing EHS arrangements for a Principal Contractor on CDM projects. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Qualifications & Certifications Mandatory Requirements Desirable & Optional Assets Diploma or equivalent in Health & Safety Management CDM Awareness CCNSG Passport Accident Investigation & Fire Safety training BESC & National Grid Person (Onshore only) BOSIET & Ladder training (Offshore only) Diploma or equivalent in Environmental Management Lead Auditor ISO45001/ISO14001 HSG47 & Safety coaching/behavioural safety First Aid at Work (3-day including defibrillator) IOSH Chartered Member SF6 Gas awareness Key Behavioural Attributes Respect & Focus: Promote an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, while staying focused on delivering the most important project priorities. Initiative, Execution & Courage: Show a passion to drive things forward, own issues, and stand firm to do the right thing for the company and customer. Empowerment, Trust & Collaboration: Foster cooperation across teams, communicate a compelling sense of purpose, and encourage open feedback and learning.

Architect required to join a leading studio in central Manchester Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through your architectural talents? Join a pioneering, Architecture practice that is committed to creating long-term positive change whilst working on exciting multi-sector projects across the UK. Why This Role Stands Out This role offers the chance to immerse yourself in a variety of exciting projects within a diverse and growing team. Collaborate with senior designers and technical team members to bring your designs to life, while advancing your skills and career. Work in a multidisciplinary environment where your contributions will shape nationally significant projects from. Benefit from a culture that values teamwork, excellence, and purpose-driven design. What you need to succeed in this Architect role: - Passion for Design : A desire to create and deliver outstanding buildings and places for people to inhabit. - Experience: Between 1-5 years post-qualification years preferred in a high-quality design and delivery-focused practice. - Leadership skills : Proven experience in leading/supporting projects through all stages, from concept to delivery. - Collaboration : Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment, building rapport and creating positive relationships. - Communication : Excellent drawing and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design ideas and concepts clearly. Essential Skills/Qualifications of the Architect - Qualifications : RIBA Qualified Architect. - Project Experience : Commercial, Retail, Industrial and various-sector experience will be considered. - Interpersonal Skills : Ability to work as part of a team, and to coordinate with external groups. - Technical Proficiency : Strong Revit & AutoCAD Skills, alongside Sketchup and the Adobe Suite. - Organisational Skills : Experience in collating and organising design submissions, technical information, preparing drawings, plans, documents. What s on Offer - Competitive salary and bonus/benefits package: This can be discussed with your recruiter. - Flexibility : Hybrid working and various employee-focused benefits. - Support : Regular check-ins and updates with your Line Manager/Director to discuss progress/development/salary. For more details on this excellent Architect vacancy, please contact Will at Conrad Consulting.

Lead Data Scientist Cardiff / Remote AI, Machine Learning & Data Science Leadership We're partnering with a global B2B SaaS organisation that is making significant investment in AI and Data Science as part of its next phase of growth. This is an opportunity for an experienced Lead Data Scientist to step into a high-impact leadership role, helping to build and shape a growing Data Science function while remaining hands-on with cutting-edge AI and machine learning initiatives. You'll work closely with senior leadership to define the technical direction of Data Science, influence product innovation and lead the development of production-grade machine learning solutions that deliver measurable business value. Why this role stands out: Lead and grow a newly expanding Data Science capability Shape the future AI strategy within a business heavily investing in machine learning and generative AI Drive innovation across predictive analytics, NLP and LLM-powered products Enjoy genuine influence over technical direction, tooling and best practice Work on highly visible projects with direct commercial impact Remote-first environment with strong backing from leadership What you'll be doing: Leading technical decision making across the Data Science function Designing, building and deploying machine learning models into production Driving NLP, Generative AI and LLM initiatives Partnering with Engineering, Product and Operations teams to solve complex business challenges Mentoring and developing a growing team of Data Scientists Establishing best practice across model development, governance and MLOps Tech Stack Python SQL TensorFlow PyTorch AWS Azure SageMaker NLP LLMs MLOps What we're looking for: Strong commercial Data Science and Machine Learning experience Experience leading teams or acting as a technical lead within a Data Science function Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and ML deployment Experience delivering production-ready AI solutions Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills The Opportunity This is more than a traditional Lead Data Scientist position. It's a chance to join at a pivotal stage of growth and play a key role in building the next generation of AI capability within a global technology business. If you're excited by the prospect of leading a team, influencing AI strategy and working on innovative machine learning and LLM projects that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Senior Software Engineer (SFIA 5) to join a leading Central Government defence organisation, supporting the development, maintenance, and modernisation of complex mission critical software systems within a highly secure engineering environment. SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER (SFIA 5) - PORTSMOUTH - PERMANENT - UP TO £90,000 - ACTIVE DV CLEARANCE REQUIRED - 3 DAYS ONSITE This role sits at the centre of a technically complex software estate, where reliability, performance, and long term maintainability are critical. You will be working hands on across legacy and modern systems, driving improvement in code quality, resolving high severity defects, and supporting the evolution of engineering standards across the team. The environment is highly collaborative, but expects senior engineers to take ownership of difficult technical problems and lead by example in both delivery and engineering discipline. Key Responsibilities Lead the investigation and resolution of complex software defects and live system incidents Perform structured root cause analysis and implement robust, long term fixes rather than short term patches Deliver refactoring and modernisation work across large, complex codebases Work across multiple languages and integration layers including Python, C and C++ and where relevant MATLAB and Simulink Support architecture evolution as system requirements change over time Deliver performance improvements and optimise existing systems where required Drive improvements in code quality, maintainability and engineering standards Mentor and support other engineers through coaching, code review and technical guidance Contribute to peer review processes and ensure strong quality gates are consistently applied Provide clear technical input into planning, estimation and delivery acceptance criteria Produce technical documentation and evidence to support delivery assurance and compliance requirements About You Strong background as a senior software engineer working on complex, integrated systems Proven experience in debugging, root cause analysis and resolving high impact technical issues Strong hands on experience in Python and C or C++ within production environments Exposure to MATLAB or Simulink integration would be advantageous Experience working in secure or regulated environments, ideally defence or government Strong communication skills with the ability to influence engineering standards and mentor others Comfortable working in legacy codebases while supporting modernisation and refactoring initiatives Active DV clearance is essential for this role

Service Desk Manager London (hybrid) 6 month contract (Outside IR35) £500 - £600 p/d A well-established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Service Desk Manager to lead and evolve its IT support function within a complex, multi-site environment. Supporting a diverse user base across office, remote and site locations, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused IT service, ensuring stability, performance and continuous improvement across the service desk and field support teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Service Desk and Field Support teams, driving performance, development and a customer-first culture Act as the senior escalation point for major incidents and complex technical issues Own end-to-end incident, request, problem and change management aligned to ITIL best practices Oversee ticket queues, workload distribution, SLA/OLA adherence and ticket quantity Produce regular service reporting (SLAs, backlog, ticket ageing, trends, first-time fix rates) and provide insights to leadership Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, gap analysis and service optimisation initiatives Coordinate service desk involvement in projects, rollouts, migrations and onboarding/offboarding activities Work closely with infrastructure, security, applications teams and third-party suppliers to ensure effective service delivery Maintain and improve knowledge management, documentation and standard operating procedures Ensure alignment with governance frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus) and internal controls Manage supplier relationships and support vendor performance and accountably Requirements: Proven experience managing a Service Desk in a multi-site, complex environment Strong leadership experience managing and developing support teams Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills Strong experience with ITSM tools (ServiceNow essential) Solid understanding of ITIL practices (Incident, Problem, Change Management) Experience with Microsoft environments (M365, Azure AD / Entra ID, Intune, Windows 10/11, Teams, SharePoint) Knowledge of IT asset & service management (ITAM/SAM) principles Experience managing third-party suppliers and service performance Strong reporting, analytical and service improvement capability Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

Overview Solus, part of the Aviva family, is growing our Technology capability and we're looking for a talented Performance and Monitoring Engineer to help us strengthen the stability, reliability and performance of our systems. If you're passionate about monitoring, observability and using data to proactively improve service health, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact across a large, modern technology estate. Responsibilities You'll be our subject matter expert for monitoring and performance, responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the tools and dashboards that give us real-time visibility of our infrastructure, applications and cloud services. Your focus will include: Owning and optimising platforms such as LogicMonitor, Azure Monitor, App Insights and Log Analytics Building meaningful dashboards, alerts, telemetry pipelines and performance insights Identifying risks, trends and early indicators to prevent incidents before they happen Carrying out deep-dive investigations into performance issues and recommending improvements Working with Platform, Operations, Security and Product teams to ensure systems are reliable, available and scalable Automating responses and integrations to improve speed, accuracy and consistency Supporting major changes, deployments and post-incident reviews with data-driven evidence Qualifications Strong experience with monitoring and observability tools (LogicMonitor, Azure Monitor, App Insights, Log Analytics, Defender for Cloud) Excellent understanding of cloud performance, IaaS/PaaS, networking fundamentals, API performance and capacity modelling Skilled in dashboards, log queries (KQL), custom metrics and performance analysis Ability to diagnose complex issues across infrastructure, networks, applications or databases Confident scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Azure Automation, Graph API) Clear communicator who can simplify technical detail for both technical and non-technical teams Desirable qualifications Microsoft certifications (AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-500) or similar Experience with LogicMonitor admin, Grafana or other observability tools Familiarity with SRE concepts (SLIs, SLOs, error budgets) Understanding of ITIL processes 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.

A leading aerospace avionics business based in Fareham is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and act as the organisation's Technical Leader and Certification Authority representative. This is a senior engineering leadership role within a highly regulated civil aerospace environment, responsible for ensuring the airworthiness, compliance and certification of safety-critical avionics equipment supplied to global aircraft programmes. The business operates within a regulated civil aviation framework, working directly with certification authorities such as the UK CAA, EASA and FAA, delivering safety-critical avionics equipment that must meet the highest levels of regulatory compliance and technical excellence. Chief Engineer Permanent Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday, 8:00am - 1:00pm Very Competitive Salary on Offer + 15% Bonus Fareham Chief Engineer Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across departments Act as Company Design Signatory, signing off product certification and airworthiness. Serve as the primary point of contact with the UK CAA certification manager. Ensure engineering processes comply with relevant civil aviation regulations. Review and approve certification artefacts, DDPs and compliance documentation. Oversee system lifecycle planning in accordance with civil aircraft & systems development guidance, safety-critical software, airborne electronic hardware and system safety assessment methods Ensure compliance with UK CAA regulations Oversee DO-160G environmental and EMC qualification testing. Ensure robust configuration and change control processes are maintained. Represent engineering in discussions with customers, suppliers and regulators. Chief Engineer Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications Previous experience in avionics systems certification would be preferred Knowledge of: ED-79B, ED-12C, ED-80, ED-135, UK CAA, EASA or FAA certification processes and DO-160G qualification testing is desirable Product certification & airworthiness signatory responsibility Configuration and change control systems Strong understanding of software, hardware and mechanical integration in airborne systems. Experience signing off design certifications and approving compliance data. Able to operate autonomously while understanding commercial implications. Chief Engineer Company Benefits 15% Bonus Funded membership of a professional body Focused career development planning with opportunities to progress Pension scheme with up to 10% matching company contribution Income protection scheme Life Assurance x4 basic salary Share buying scheme 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days Service-related holiday (3 years = 1 day and increase up to max 5 days) Cash Plan or Private Medical Cover Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing Free on-site car parking Employee Referral Scheme Employee Perks - offering employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services If you would like to find out more, please click 'apply' or contact for a confidential discussion.

IT Analyst (phone number removed) Clydebank, Glasgow Full-Time On-site Overview We are looking for an experienced IT Analyst to take ownership of our internal systems, software, and digital infrastructure. This is a long-term, core role within the business. You will be responsible not only for maintaining systems, but for continuously improving them to ensure they remain efficient, compliant, and aligned with the needs of a growing manufacturing business working closely with UK public sector clients. We are seeking someone who combines strong technical ability with a practical, business-focused mindset and the confidence to work directly with colleagues across the organisation. About Us We are a small established manufacturing business (under 15 people) with a close working relationship with UK public sector organisations. Our culture is informal and collaborative, we value practical problem-solving, clear communication, and trust. As the business grows, we are developing our systems and digital processes to improve our operational efficiency, consistency, compliance and structured working practices. So, we are aligned with client expectations and can utilise a new digitally capable workforce. The Role You will take ownership of the company s business systems and digital environment, working across IT, software, and process improvement. This is a hands-on role combining technical delivery with direct engagement across the business. Key responsibilities include: Ownership and ongoing improvement of business systems and workflows Selection, implementation, and integration of software (ERP, CRM, finance, operations tools) Supporting and improving Microsoft 365 and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, etc.) Identifying inefficiencies and delivering practical system improvements Supporting users across the business with day-to-day system needs Contributing to compliance-related processes and digital documentation Supporting website and digital tool development Working with management to shape future digital direction Training and supporting colleagues in effective system use Technical Environment Experience with the following would be beneficial: Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook). ERP, CRM, or business/Financial/Manufacturing/Stock management systems. Workflow, data, or document management tools and System integration, configuration, or automation. Experience with scripting, coding, or databases (e.g. JavaScript, PHP/MySQL, APIs, or similar) would be advantageous, particularly for integration or automation work, About You Capability and mindset are our focus. You may come from a background such as: IT systems or infrastructure support ERP or business software support/implementation Application support or technical consultancy A self-taught technical background with strong commercial experience You will likely Enjoy solving practical business problems Be comfortable working with non-technical colleagues Take ownership of outcomes and improvements Be confident working across multiple systems Prefer variety and responsibility over narrow technical work Be looking for a stable, long-term role Skills Requirement Demonstratable self-taught technical capability, accredited qualification or experience Excellent interpersonal and team working skills to support and utilize other departments and management. Self-motivated to undertake both daily tasks as well as project management with minimal supervision ensuring you are productive. Leadership & Development This role offers the opportunity to develop broader responsibility over time. You will: Lead internal systems and improvement projects. Working closely with management on operational and digital priorities. As well as develop leadership capability through mentoring junior team members and apprentices. Working Environment Office-based role in Clydebank (good transport links) On-site parking available Stable working hours and strong work/life balance No expectation of out-of-hours working or email monitoring Direct access to decision-makers Small, collaborative team where your input is visible and valued Location - Clydebank, Glasgow. This is a full-time, on-site role. As a manufacturing business our day-to-day production can only happen on-site alongside our equipment and processes, we need to follow. We have deliberately chosen to build an exclusive on-site team. Including roles that may traditionally operate remotely, as we believe this strengthens collaboration, team morale, knowledge sharing, and day-to-day operations across the business. Therefore, this is an on-site role, suited to someone who enjoys collaborating directly with colleagues, supporting operational challenges, and being part of a close-knit team. In return, we offer stable hours, protected work/life balance, and no expectation of routine out-of-hours working. Why This Role This is a long-term opportunity to own and shape the systems that support a growing business. You will have autonomy, variety, and real influence over how the business operates, with the opportunity to grow your technical and leadership capability over time. We are not hiring someone to complete a one-off project we are hiring someone to develop and evolve how the business works digitally. Package Competitive salary depending on experience, Company pension gifted Festive leave, with long-term stability and development opportunity. Apply If you are an experienced systems or technology professional, that wants variety, and to have long-term impact. Your keen to work as part of a team, can commit to a full time on-site role, we would love to hear from you.

Lead Data Scientist - Farnborough - Outside IR - 650 P/Day - Hybrid A growing technology organisation operating within highly secure environments is looking to hire a Lead Data Scientist to lead Data Science processes and GenAI deployment across complex programmes. As a Lead Data Scientist, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying advanced AI systems, with a particular focus on Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). You'll work across complex datasets and emerging technologies to create scalable, repeatable, and production-ready solutions. You'll collaborate with engineering and technical leadership teams to drive AI capability forward, while remaining hands-on with model development, optimisation, and deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and build advanced AI/ML solutions for complex data-driven challenges Develop and optimise Generative AI models and LLM-based applications Work with transformer architectures, SLMs, convolutional models, and related AI frameworks Build and optimise graph databases to support intelligent data relationships and retrieval Design and implement MCP servers and supporting AI infrastructure Select and apply appropriate machine learning techniques to achieve repeatable and measurable outcomes Contribute to AI architecture decisions, experimentation strategies, and technical roadmaps Work closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders within secure environments Support optimisation problems and solver-based approaches where required Experience Required Strong hands-on experience building AI models and machine learning solutions Commercial experience with: Large Language Models (LLMs) Small Language Models (SLMs) Transformer architectures Convolutional models Experience designing and optimising graph databases Experience building MCP servers Proven ability to apply AI and ML techniques to solve complex data problems Experience delivering scalable and repeatable AI solutions Generative AI (GenAI) experience is essential Due to the nature of the opportunity and business, applicants need active SC Clearance. Lead Data Scientist- Farnborough - Outside IR - 650 P/Day

An established and growing infrastructure business is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Bid Coordinator to join its commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with bid writing, tender coordination, or proposal management experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in supporting business growth. The Role Working closely with operational, commercial, and senior leadership teams, you will coordinate the preparation and submission of high-quality tender responses and proposals across a range of infrastructure and utility projects. You will be responsible for managing the bid process from opportunity identification through to submission, ensuring responses are compliant, compelling, professionally presented, and delivered on time. Key responsibilities will include: Coordinating and managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously. Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key requirements, risks, and actions. Drafting, editing, and proofreading high-quality bid responses. Liaising with technical, operational, and commercial stakeholders to gather information and develop content. Managing tender portals and maintaining accurate bid records and documentation. Supporting bid planning meetings and tracking actions through to completion. Maintaining and improving bid content libraries and standard response documents. Monitoring tender opportunities and supporting early-stage bid qualification activities. Assisting with business development initiatives and stakeholder engagement where required. About You We are looking for an organised and proactive individual who can manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. You will ideally have: Previous experience within a Bid Coordinator, Bid Writer, Proposal Coordinator, Tender Coordinator, or similar role. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Strong organisational and project coordination abilities. The ability to manage deadlines and work effectively under pressure. Experience using Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and collaborative approach with strong stakeholder management skills. Experience within utilities, infrastructure, engineering, construction, or related sectors would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer? Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation. Exposure to major infrastructure and utility projects. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Career progression opportunities within bids, commercial, and business development functions. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact on business growth while developing your career in bids and proposals, we'd love to hear from you.

Head of Software About the Business Our client is an industry-leading engineering and strategic technology consultancy dedicated to creating advanced, sustainable, and safer technologies. Operating across a highly diverse portfolio-ranging from defence and communications to cutting-edge healthcare-they pride themselves on an adaptive, inclusive, and collaborative culture where integrity and collective success drive everything they do. The Role Our client is searching for a technically astute leader to take the helm of their multidisciplinary software engineering department. Reporting directly to the executive engineering leadership, the successful candidate will oversee a talented group of engineers working across embedded systems, DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML. This is not a hands-on coding role; instead, it is a pivotal leadership position centered around people development, process refinement, and strategic commercial enablement. The individual will take full accountability for the department's capability growth, resource planning, and high-quality project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Departmental Leadership & Evolution: Shape, mentor, and scale a highly responsive, multi-disciplined team. You will own succession planning, talent development, and training investments. Commercial & Technical Sales Support: Partner with commercial teams to translate vague client requirements into structured, robust technical proposals and costings for rapid prototypes, proofs of concept, or full-scale systems. Process Optimization: Champion modern software best practices, balancing necessary engineering rigour with the agility required for diverse consultancy projects. Resource & Quality Management: Coordinate across departments to ensure optimal project staffing, while executing technical audits to maintain stellar delivery standards. What They Are Looking For The role requires a blend of strong people management, commercial awareness, and technical breadth. To be successful, candidates must bring: Consultancy/Fee-for-Service Background: Essential experience working within a technical consultancy or fee-for-service environment. This can be either as a manager or an IC. Embedded Software Roots: A strong foundational background in embedded software is required, alongside the technical breadth to converse fluently across DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML domains. Proven Formal Management: Direct experience acting as a formal line manager for a team, handling appraisals and performance development. Experience managing other managers is not required. Ambiguity Management: A proven ability to navigate ambiguous or loosely defined client briefs and confidently architect solutions and bids. Sector Exposure: Previous exposure to the Defence sector is highly advantageous, alongside the ability to secure strict UK Eyes Only Security Clearance. Why Join Them? Beyond a highly competitive salary, our client offers a vibrant, supportive, and social working environment. They genuinely invest in their people's career progression, providing the tools, autonomy, and stimulating projects needed to help individuals reach their maximum potential. The variety of interesting projects has kept many of the team engaged for many years and a strong average tenure.

A leading specialist fire consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Fire Engineer to join their expanding the North West Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished Principal Fire Engineer to work on complex high-rise, residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK. The successful Principal Fire Engineer will join an established team delivering fire strategy, fire engineering and building safety consultancy services to major developers, housing providers and design teams. This Principal Fire Engineer role offers clear progression, project leadership responsibility and hybrid working flexibility. The Principal Fire Engineer's Role The appointed Principal Fire Engineer will lead complex fire engineering commissions across a wide range of sectors, supporting clients through planning, design and construction stages. The Principal Fire Engineer will take responsibility for: Producing and reviewing fire strategies Advising on Building Regulations and Building Safety Act compliance Supporting Gateway submissions for high-risk buildings Leading client and multidisciplinary design meetings Mentoring Graduate and Senior Fire Engineers Reviewing smoke control and evacuation strategies Supporting external wall and fa ade fire safety matters The Principal Fire Engineer will also contribute towards business development activities and support the continued growth of the consultancy's fire engineering division. The Principal Fire Engineer The successful Principal Fire Engineer should ideally have: Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline Extensive consultancy experience within fire engineering Strong understanding of UK fire legislation and Approved Document B Experience leading complex projects independently Excellent technical report writing ability Chartered status or working towards chartership desirable In Return? 80,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus Private healthcare Enhanced pension contribution Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression to Associate and Director level Ongoing CPD and professional development 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Ref: LB5969 Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / ADB / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / BS 7974 / IFE / IFSM / Chartered Fire Engineer / CEng / MIFireE / FIFireE / Fire Safety Design / Building Safety Act / Fire Safety Compliance / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management

tax accountant, Group tax, financial reporting Join a forward-thinking organisation and lead critical tax, compliance, and financial reporting activities.Hays Client is seeking an experienced and ambitious finance professional to take ownership of group tax operations and play a key role in shaping financial governance across a growing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoys contributing to strategic decision-making.The RoleAs Senior Tax & Financial Reporting Lead, you will: Lead on all aspects of group tax activities, including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and customs, providing clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Play a central role in intergroup accounting, including M&A activity, cross-border transactions, and maintaining transfer pricing documentation. Support financial reporting, statutory accounts preparation, and compliance submissions. Contribute to internal reporting cycles such as balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis. Work collaboratively across the finance team to uphold best practice and a robust control environment. Provide commercial and operational business partnering support across the organisation. Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and controls in alignment with the organisation's Digital Transformation agenda. Undertake other relevant duties as required. About YouWe are looking for a professional who brings both technical expertise and a proactive mindset.Essential Criteria Fully qualified accountant (ICAI, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within Dairy/Agri-Food/FMCG. Strong understanding of corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, customs, and wider statutory reporting requirements. Experience of cross-border trading and associated tax implications. Proven experience in compliance-focused workstreams (HMRC, INI, ONS, auditors, advisors, banking partners). Advanced financial modelling and data analysis skills, with strong Excel capability. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present information concisely and confidently. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with finance and non-finance teams. Ambitious, proactive, and comfortable working under pressure to support decision-making. Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available). Desirable Experience using Microsoft Dynamics Business Central. Why Join Hays Client?You will be part of a supportive and values-driven organisation with a strong focus on development and wellbeing.Benefits include: Hybrid working (aligned to the organisation's current hybrid model). Competitive salary (DOE). Learning and development opportunities to support career growth. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Contributory company pension. Life Assurance. Interested?If you're a driven finance professional ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity with Hays Client If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).