Data Engineer Hybrid - work from home + London c£60k - £70k + Bens An exciting opportunity is available for a curious and technically ambitious Data Engineer looking to take on greater ownership. Working closely with global Finance teams and external integration partners, you'll play a pivotal role in engaging stakeholders, shaping requirements, and contributing to solution design from the outset. This role is suited to mid-level or experienced data engineers with a strong understanding of modern cloud platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Microsoft Fabric, who are keen to move beyond maintenance work and help shape a platform. The client is a leading organisation in the live entertainment sector, making this particularly relevant for candidates with experience in fast-paced B2C environments such as retail, e-commerce, media, food & beverage, or travel and hospitality. Based in Central London, the company operates a flexible hybrid model, with occasional on-site attendance required. The Finance Lakehouse solution is built on Microsoft Fabric, with Power BI Direct Lake at its core, and integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 data across multiple regions. It serves as the central repository for finance dataflows, reducing manual processes and data duplication across the business. You'll work closely with the Data Architect, who is currently the primary resource supporting the system. The aim is to share ownership, improve resilience during busy periods, and accelerate delivery of new features and enhancements. While Fabric is the primary platform, part of the role involves optimising its use identifying limitations, improving efficiency, and implementing practical workarounds. You'll also work with their Snowflake platform, identifying opportunities to shift functionality where it improves performance, scalability, or resilience. Key responsibilities Develop, test and document new features for the Finance Lakehouse platform. Share ownership of the product backlog with the Data Architect. Share ownership of Azure and Power BI assets, including BAU support and incident response. Build relationships with Finance stakeholders and external integration partners. Drive improvements to the development environment and ways of working, in partnership with the Data Architect. Stay current with platform developments and contribute ideas for improving or evolving the architecture. Skills, qualities and experience Familiar with modern cloud data platforms such as DataBricks, Snowflake or MS Fabric. Comfortable engaging directly with stakeholders, taking ownership of technical decisions, and contributing to the broader data strategy. Essential SQL PySpark/Python DBT Azure knowledge (i.e. Logic apps) Power BI/Fabric Semantic Models Ability to work with stakeholders with their own operational pressures. Able to follow best practices and adapt where needed. Desirable Previous experience of working with D365 data. Fabric experience in an enterprise setting, including monitoring. Snowflake or Databricks experience API Integration (OData ideally) Basic accounting knowledge Salary will be dependent on experience and likely to be in the region of £60,000 - £70,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package. For further information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Youngs Employment Services Ltd. YES acts in the capacity of both an Employment Agent and Employment Business.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Data Engineer Hybrid - work from home + London c£60k - £70k + Bens An exciting opportunity is available for a curious and technically ambitious Data Engineer looking to take on greater ownership. Working closely with global Finance teams and external integration partners, you'll play a pivotal role in engaging stakeholders, shaping requirements, and contributing to solution design from the outset. This role is suited to mid-level or experienced data engineers with a strong understanding of modern cloud platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Microsoft Fabric, who are keen to move beyond maintenance work and help shape a platform. The client is a leading organisation in the live entertainment sector, making this particularly relevant for candidates with experience in fast-paced B2C environments such as retail, e-commerce, media, food & beverage, or travel and hospitality. Based in Central London, the company operates a flexible hybrid model, with occasional on-site attendance required. The Finance Lakehouse solution is built on Microsoft Fabric, with Power BI Direct Lake at its core, and integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 data across multiple regions. It serves as the central repository for finance dataflows, reducing manual processes and data duplication across the business. You'll work closely with the Data Architect, who is currently the primary resource supporting the system. The aim is to share ownership, improve resilience during busy periods, and accelerate delivery of new features and enhancements. While Fabric is the primary platform, part of the role involves optimising its use identifying limitations, improving efficiency, and implementing practical workarounds. You'll also work with their Snowflake platform, identifying opportunities to shift functionality where it improves performance, scalability, or resilience. Key responsibilities Develop, test and document new features for the Finance Lakehouse platform. Share ownership of the product backlog with the Data Architect. Share ownership of Azure and Power BI assets, including BAU support and incident response. Build relationships with Finance stakeholders and external integration partners. Drive improvements to the development environment and ways of working, in partnership with the Data Architect. Stay current with platform developments and contribute ideas for improving or evolving the architecture. Skills, qualities and experience Familiar with modern cloud data platforms such as DataBricks, Snowflake or MS Fabric. Comfortable engaging directly with stakeholders, taking ownership of technical decisions, and contributing to the broader data strategy. Essential SQL PySpark/Python DBT Azure knowledge (i.e. Logic apps) Power BI/Fabric Semantic Models Ability to work with stakeholders with their own operational pressures. Able to follow best practices and adapt where needed. Desirable Previous experience of working with D365 data. Fabric experience in an enterprise setting, including monitoring. Snowflake or Databricks experience API Integration (OData ideally) Basic accounting knowledge Salary will be dependent on experience and likely to be in the region of £60,000 - £70,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package. For further information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Youngs Employment Services Ltd. YES acts in the capacity of both an Employment Agent and Employment Business.
Role Specification - Mobile Voice Core Signalling Designer Role Purpose The Mobile Voice Core Signalling Designer is responsible for designing and supporting signalling solutions across the mobile core voice network, ensuring designs are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with business and customer requirements. Working within the Signalling Design team, the role provides technical leadership for signalling-related projects, produces high and low-level designs, and collaborates with internal stakeholders and vendors to support network evolution and service delivery. Key Responsibilities Design signalling solutions for core voice network platforms, including IP STP, DSC (DRA/DEA), IMS, and Legacy voice core nodes. Produce high- and low-level design documentation, including capacity modelling and network impact assessments. Support the development of automated testing capabilities for 5G Standalone (5G SA) and Legacy core network platforms. Provide technical design guidance to project teams and ensure solutions meet performance, resilience, security, and fraud prevention requirements. Develop Statements of Requirements (SoRs), review supplier Statements of Compliance (SoCs), Statements of Work (SoWs), and vendor proposals. Assess the impact of network evolution initiatives and contribute to technology roadmaps covering hardware, software, capacity, and capability planning. Collaborate with engineering, operations, vendors, and third parties to deliver successful project outcomes. Ensure designs comply with industry standards, operational requirements, and network architecture principles. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Strong understanding of mobile core networks, including 2G, 3G, 4G, IMS, and 5G signalling architectures. Experience with signalling protocols such as SS7, SIGTRAN, SIP, Diameter, and MAP. Knowledge of networking principles, traffic engineering, switching technologies, and telecommunications standards. Experience producing technical design documentation and supporting complex network transformation projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical and business requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing effectively within cross-functional teams.
Jun 29, 2026
Contractor
Role Specification - Mobile Voice Core Signalling Designer Role Purpose The Mobile Voice Core Signalling Designer is responsible for designing and supporting signalling solutions across the mobile core voice network, ensuring designs are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with business and customer requirements. Working within the Signalling Design team, the role provides technical leadership for signalling-related projects, produces high and low-level designs, and collaborates with internal stakeholders and vendors to support network evolution and service delivery. Key Responsibilities Design signalling solutions for core voice network platforms, including IP STP, DSC (DRA/DEA), IMS, and Legacy voice core nodes. Produce high- and low-level design documentation, including capacity modelling and network impact assessments. Support the development of automated testing capabilities for 5G Standalone (5G SA) and Legacy core network platforms. Provide technical design guidance to project teams and ensure solutions meet performance, resilience, security, and fraud prevention requirements. Develop Statements of Requirements (SoRs), review supplier Statements of Compliance (SoCs), Statements of Work (SoWs), and vendor proposals. Assess the impact of network evolution initiatives and contribute to technology roadmaps covering hardware, software, capacity, and capability planning. Collaborate with engineering, operations, vendors, and third parties to deliver successful project outcomes. Ensure designs comply with industry standards, operational requirements, and network architecture principles. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Strong understanding of mobile core networks, including 2G, 3G, 4G, IMS, and 5G signalling architectures. Experience with signalling protocols such as SS7, SIGTRAN, SIP, Diameter, and MAP. Knowledge of networking principles, traffic engineering, switching technologies, and telecommunications standards. Experience producing technical design documentation and supporting complex network transformation projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical and business requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing effectively within cross-functional teams.
Seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and develop a UK-based operational function. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for ensuring efficient, scalable, and high-performing operations across multiple departments. With direct responsibility for approximately staff. The successful candidate will bring a fresh perspective, strong leadership capability, and a track record of improving operational performance within structured and regulated environments. This position is accountable for the end-to-end oversight of UK operations. The role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness, strengthening supply chain resilience, and delivering consistent performance through structured processes and continuous improvement. You will work closely with senior leadership to help shape the operational strategy, while also ensuring day-to-day execution meets business and customer requirements. Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction across all operational departments, including production, warehousing, inventory control, procurement, and quality functions Lead and coach a team of departmental managers, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture Oversee daily operational activity to ensure output, service levels, and quality expectations are consistently achieved Develop and execute operational plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets Drive improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost control while maintaining high standards Ensure supply chain robustness, with particular focus on material availability and supplier performance Work cross-functionally with commercial teams to align demand forecasts with operational capacity and supply planning Establish and track performance using data-driven metrics, including the implementation of digital KPI dashboards Identify and implement process improvements using lean or continuous improvement methodologies Manage operational budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders, both internally and externally Collaborate with international locations to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing across the wider business Experience: Proven experience in an operational leadership role within a manufacturing, engineering, or similarly structured environment Strong leadership and people management capability Exposure to supply chain, procurement, or materials planning is highly desirable Solid understanding of operational best practice, including process optimisation and continuous improvement approaches Experience working within a regulated industry is advantageous Demonstrated success in delivering measurable operational improvements Experience implementing/managing performance tracking systems and KPIs If you are an experienced Operations Leader who wants to shape operational strategy, drive improvements and work closely with senior leadership team, then please apply for immediate consideration.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and develop a UK-based operational function. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for ensuring efficient, scalable, and high-performing operations across multiple departments. With direct responsibility for approximately staff. The successful candidate will bring a fresh perspective, strong leadership capability, and a track record of improving operational performance within structured and regulated environments. This position is accountable for the end-to-end oversight of UK operations. The role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness, strengthening supply chain resilience, and delivering consistent performance through structured processes and continuous improvement. You will work closely with senior leadership to help shape the operational strategy, while also ensuring day-to-day execution meets business and customer requirements. Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction across all operational departments, including production, warehousing, inventory control, procurement, and quality functions Lead and coach a team of departmental managers, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture Oversee daily operational activity to ensure output, service levels, and quality expectations are consistently achieved Develop and execute operational plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets Drive improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost control while maintaining high standards Ensure supply chain robustness, with particular focus on material availability and supplier performance Work cross-functionally with commercial teams to align demand forecasts with operational capacity and supply planning Establish and track performance using data-driven metrics, including the implementation of digital KPI dashboards Identify and implement process improvements using lean or continuous improvement methodologies Manage operational budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders, both internally and externally Collaborate with international locations to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing across the wider business Experience: Proven experience in an operational leadership role within a manufacturing, engineering, or similarly structured environment Strong leadership and people management capability Exposure to supply chain, procurement, or materials planning is highly desirable Solid understanding of operational best practice, including process optimisation and continuous improvement approaches Experience working within a regulated industry is advantageous Demonstrated success in delivering measurable operational improvements Experience implementing/managing performance tracking systems and KPIs If you are an experienced Operations Leader who wants to shape operational strategy, drive improvements and work closely with senior leadership team, then please apply for immediate consideration.
We are seeking a VMware Aria Operations/VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design, optimisation, and strategic evolution of a large-scale enterprise monitoring and observability platform. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across monitoring, logging, reporting, automation, and capacity management functions, working closely with operational and technical teams to drive platform reliability and operational excellence. This is a Full time contract engagement commencing in mid-July. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for VMware Aria Operations, Aria Operations for Logs, and associated observability platforms. Design and implement enterprise monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting strategies. Translate high-level business and technical requirements into scalable architectural solutions. Define and build advanced dashboards, reports, and service health views for multiple enterprise environments. Design custom metrics, data collection frameworks, and automation capabilities to improve operational visibility. Provide thought leadership on proactive monitoring, event correlation, capacity management, and operational best practices. Lead root-cause analysis activities and provide architectural recommendations to improve platform resilience and performance. Establish monitoring standards, governance models, and operational procedures. Support capacity planning, trend analysis, and infrastructure growth forecasting. Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, networking, and cloud teams to ensure end-to-end observability across the estate. Mentor operational teams and provide technical leadership across monitoring and management platforms. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive architecture and design experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Operations for Logs. Strong understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation operational management. Proven experience designing enterprise-scale monitoring, observability, and reporting solutions. Experience creating custom dashboards, reports, alerts, policies, and automated workflows. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to challenge, influence, and provide strategic recommendations VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight). VMware Lifecycle Manager. VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Enterprise observability and monitoring strategy development. Understanding of: VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM), Kubernetes. Prometheus Infrastructure monitoring and observability best practices Capacity and performance management Apply now or email
Jun 29, 2026
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We are seeking a VMware Aria Operations/VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design, optimisation, and strategic evolution of a large-scale enterprise monitoring and observability platform. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across monitoring, logging, reporting, automation, and capacity management functions, working closely with operational and technical teams to drive platform reliability and operational excellence. This is a Full time contract engagement commencing in mid-July. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for VMware Aria Operations, Aria Operations for Logs, and associated observability platforms. Design and implement enterprise monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting strategies. Translate high-level business and technical requirements into scalable architectural solutions. Define and build advanced dashboards, reports, and service health views for multiple enterprise environments. Design custom metrics, data collection frameworks, and automation capabilities to improve operational visibility. Provide thought leadership on proactive monitoring, event correlation, capacity management, and operational best practices. Lead root-cause analysis activities and provide architectural recommendations to improve platform resilience and performance. Establish monitoring standards, governance models, and operational procedures. Support capacity planning, trend analysis, and infrastructure growth forecasting. Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, networking, and cloud teams to ensure end-to-end observability across the estate. Mentor operational teams and provide technical leadership across monitoring and management platforms. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive architecture and design experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Operations for Logs. Strong understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation operational management. Proven experience designing enterprise-scale monitoring, observability, and reporting solutions. Experience creating custom dashboards, reports, alerts, policies, and automated workflows. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to challenge, influence, and provide strategic recommendations VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight). VMware Lifecycle Manager. VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Enterprise observability and monitoring strategy development. Understanding of: VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM), Kubernetes. Prometheus Infrastructure monitoring and observability best practices Capacity and performance management Apply now or email
Domestic Abuse Team Coordinator Contract: 12 months initially, with possible extension Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week over a variable working pattern, Monday Sunday) Salary: £38,000 FTE (£22,800 actual salary) Location: Bradford/WakefieldBackground Raneem s Law is a national initiative designed to strengthen the police response to domestic abuse by embedding independent domestic abuse specialists within police Customer Control Centres (CCCs). The programme aims to improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of police decision-making at the first point of contact, ensuring risks are accurately identified and victims/survivors receive effective safeguarding and support. The West Yorkshire pilot works in partnership with West Yorkshire Police to enhance frontline responses to domestic abuse, improve victim safety, and embed trauma-informed, victim-centred practice within policing environments. The Team Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination, operational management, and delivery of the Raneem s Law Domestic Abuse Specialist service across West Yorkshire Police CCCs, ensuring effective service delivery and positive outcomes for victims of domestic abuse. Key Responsibilities Provide operational leadership, coordination, and management of the Raneem s Law service across West Yorkshire CCCs. Ensure sufficient staffing capacity through workforce planning and provide operational cover where required. Offer specialist advice, guidance, and constructive challenge to police officers and staff regarding domestic abuse risk assessment and response. Promote and embed best practice in communication, risk identification, and survivor-centred policing. Lead and support the delivery of training, briefings, and awareness sessions on domestic abuse, coercive control, and Raneem s Law. Line manage, supervise, and support Domestic Abuse Specialists and Senior Specialists, ensuring performance, wellbeing, and professional development. Contribute to the continuous improvement of police processes, policies, and responses to domestic abuse. Support the monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the Raneem s Law pilot, including reviewing outcomes and impact. Build and maintain effective partnerships with West Yorkshire Police and other agencies to support safeguarding and service development. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, information governance, GDPR, and organisational policies. Promote trauma-informed, victim-centred, inclusive, and high-quality service delivery. Requirements Experience of managing, coordinating, or leading domestic abuse, safeguarding, or related support services. Strong understanding of domestic abuse, Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), coercive control, and safeguarding legislation and practice. Experience of supervising, mentoring, or line managing staff and supporting professional development. Experience of working in partnership with statutory and voluntary sector agencies, including police and safeguarding services. Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, MARAC processes, and multi-agency safeguarding arrangements. Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills. Ability to analyse complex information and provide professional advice and challenge where appropriate. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and operational demands. Commitment to trauma-informed, survivor-centred, and inclusive practice. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, resilience, and sound judgement in high-pressure environments. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and participation in the out-of-hours on-call rota. DBS on the Update Service or dated within the last 12 months. For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ellie or email her your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Jun 25, 2026
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Domestic Abuse Team Coordinator Contract: 12 months initially, with possible extension Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week over a variable working pattern, Monday Sunday) Salary: £38,000 FTE (£22,800 actual salary) Location: Bradford/WakefieldBackground Raneem s Law is a national initiative designed to strengthen the police response to domestic abuse by embedding independent domestic abuse specialists within police Customer Control Centres (CCCs). The programme aims to improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of police decision-making at the first point of contact, ensuring risks are accurately identified and victims/survivors receive effective safeguarding and support. The West Yorkshire pilot works in partnership with West Yorkshire Police to enhance frontline responses to domestic abuse, improve victim safety, and embed trauma-informed, victim-centred practice within policing environments. The Team Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination, operational management, and delivery of the Raneem s Law Domestic Abuse Specialist service across West Yorkshire Police CCCs, ensuring effective service delivery and positive outcomes for victims of domestic abuse. Key Responsibilities Provide operational leadership, coordination, and management of the Raneem s Law service across West Yorkshire CCCs. Ensure sufficient staffing capacity through workforce planning and provide operational cover where required. Offer specialist advice, guidance, and constructive challenge to police officers and staff regarding domestic abuse risk assessment and response. Promote and embed best practice in communication, risk identification, and survivor-centred policing. Lead and support the delivery of training, briefings, and awareness sessions on domestic abuse, coercive control, and Raneem s Law. Line manage, supervise, and support Domestic Abuse Specialists and Senior Specialists, ensuring performance, wellbeing, and professional development. Contribute to the continuous improvement of police processes, policies, and responses to domestic abuse. Support the monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the Raneem s Law pilot, including reviewing outcomes and impact. Build and maintain effective partnerships with West Yorkshire Police and other agencies to support safeguarding and service development. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, information governance, GDPR, and organisational policies. Promote trauma-informed, victim-centred, inclusive, and high-quality service delivery. Requirements Experience of managing, coordinating, or leading domestic abuse, safeguarding, or related support services. Strong understanding of domestic abuse, Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), coercive control, and safeguarding legislation and practice. Experience of supervising, mentoring, or line managing staff and supporting professional development. Experience of working in partnership with statutory and voluntary sector agencies, including police and safeguarding services. Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, MARAC processes, and multi-agency safeguarding arrangements. Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills. Ability to analyse complex information and provide professional advice and challenge where appropriate. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and operational demands. Commitment to trauma-informed, survivor-centred, and inclusive practice. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, resilience, and sound judgement in high-pressure environments. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and participation in the out-of-hours on-call rota. DBS on the Update Service or dated within the last 12 months. For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ellie or email her your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Regional Delivery Buyer Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £33.91/hr (Inside IR35) Maternity Cover contract running until 28/02/2027 Do you have a background in purchasing and managing an external supply chain? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as a Regional Delivery Buyer. In this role, you ll play a pivotal part in managing the external supply chain, driving supplier performance, and contributing to the success of innovative projects. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high-performing environment that values collaboration, strategic thinking, and professional growth. What You Will Do: • Manage external supply chains and ensure supplier performance aligns with quality, cost, delivery, innovation, and sustainability requirements. • Execute commodity and supplier strategies, delivering operational excellence and value creation. • Oversee new model programme introductions, ensuring production readiness and resolving commercial or programme-related issues. • Lead supplier negotiations and manage cost reduction initiatives to achieve target costs and year-on-year savings. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Engineering, STA, and Cost Engineering, to align on objectives and ensure seamless project delivery. • Conduct supplier relationship management activities, including performance reviews and capacity planning, to drive continuous improvement. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in delivering complex supply chain solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Strong negotiation and strategic thinking skills to implement procurement strategies and drive cost efficiencies. • Excellent communication and relationship management abilities to influence stakeholders and foster collaboration. • Resilience and enthusiasm to thrive under pressure while delivering results. • A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence. This role is integral to the company s mission of achieving operational excellence and innovation within the procurement function. You ll have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of cutting-edge projects and work alongside talented professionals dedicated to pushing boundaries and achieving success. Location: This exciting position is based in Whitley, offering a vibrant and well-connected location to support your career journey. Interested? If you re ready to make a significant impact and take on this rewarding challenge as a Regional Delivery Buyer, don t wait. Apply now to seize this incredible opportunity and become a valued part of this innovative organisation! Please note that both full-time and part-time applicants are welcome to apply. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Jun 25, 2026
Contractor
Regional Delivery Buyer Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £33.91/hr (Inside IR35) Maternity Cover contract running until 28/02/2027 Do you have a background in purchasing and managing an external supply chain? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as a Regional Delivery Buyer. In this role, you ll play a pivotal part in managing the external supply chain, driving supplier performance, and contributing to the success of innovative projects. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high-performing environment that values collaboration, strategic thinking, and professional growth. What You Will Do: • Manage external supply chains and ensure supplier performance aligns with quality, cost, delivery, innovation, and sustainability requirements. • Execute commodity and supplier strategies, delivering operational excellence and value creation. • Oversee new model programme introductions, ensuring production readiness and resolving commercial or programme-related issues. • Lead supplier negotiations and manage cost reduction initiatives to achieve target costs and year-on-year savings. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Engineering, STA, and Cost Engineering, to align on objectives and ensure seamless project delivery. • Conduct supplier relationship management activities, including performance reviews and capacity planning, to drive continuous improvement. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in delivering complex supply chain solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Strong negotiation and strategic thinking skills to implement procurement strategies and drive cost efficiencies. • Excellent communication and relationship management abilities to influence stakeholders and foster collaboration. • Resilience and enthusiasm to thrive under pressure while delivering results. • A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence. This role is integral to the company s mission of achieving operational excellence and innovation within the procurement function. You ll have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of cutting-edge projects and work alongside talented professionals dedicated to pushing boundaries and achieving success. Location: This exciting position is based in Whitley, offering a vibrant and well-connected location to support your career journey. Interested? If you re ready to make a significant impact and take on this rewarding challenge as a Regional Delivery Buyer, don t wait. Apply now to seize this incredible opportunity and become a valued part of this innovative organisation! Please note that both full-time and part-time applicants are welcome to apply. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Site Reliability Engineer (Cloud & Automation) - London - 2 Days on Site per week. A leading global financial services organisation is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to drive reliability, automation, and performance across its cloud-hosted platforms. The Opportunity This role sits within a high-performing Platform Operations function, acting as a central point of expertise for SRE methodologies and automation. You will play a key role in improving system resilience, scalability, and operational excellence across a complex, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation of SRE best practices across cloud infrastructure Drive improvements in observability, alerting, and capacity planning (SLA / SLO / SLI) Identify and reduce operational toil through automation and remediation frameworks Build and enhance GitOps and Infrastructure-as-Code capabilities (e.g. Terraform, Ansible) Develop and review production-grade code to support automation initiatives Support incident management and on-call processes, ensuring production stability Contribute to post-incident reviews, embedding SRE principles to reduce risk Requirements Demonstrable experience in SRE or infrastructure operations within cloud environments (AWS / GCP) Strong scripting skills (Python, Ansible, or PowerShell) Experience with Infrastructure as Code and GitOps methodologies Hands-on knowledge of observability / APM tools (e.g. Grafana, Datadog, Dynatrace) Proven experience managing incidents, root cause analysis, and on-call support Understanding of SLA/SLO/SLI frameworks and reliability engineering principles Desirable Background in software development Experience working within regulated financial services environments Familiarity with ITIL and enterprise service management frameworks Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS, Terraform) Why Apply Opportunity to shape cloud reliability strategy in a large-scale environment Work with modern tooling across automation, DevOps, and SRE practices Strong emphasis on engineering excellence and continuous improvement Competitive compensation and long-term career progression To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
Site Reliability Engineer (Cloud & Automation) - London - 2 Days on Site per week. A leading global financial services organisation is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to drive reliability, automation, and performance across its cloud-hosted platforms. The Opportunity This role sits within a high-performing Platform Operations function, acting as a central point of expertise for SRE methodologies and automation. You will play a key role in improving system resilience, scalability, and operational excellence across a complex, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation of SRE best practices across cloud infrastructure Drive improvements in observability, alerting, and capacity planning (SLA / SLO / SLI) Identify and reduce operational toil through automation and remediation frameworks Build and enhance GitOps and Infrastructure-as-Code capabilities (e.g. Terraform, Ansible) Develop and review production-grade code to support automation initiatives Support incident management and on-call processes, ensuring production stability Contribute to post-incident reviews, embedding SRE principles to reduce risk Requirements Demonstrable experience in SRE or infrastructure operations within cloud environments (AWS / GCP) Strong scripting skills (Python, Ansible, or PowerShell) Experience with Infrastructure as Code and GitOps methodologies Hands-on knowledge of observability / APM tools (e.g. Grafana, Datadog, Dynatrace) Proven experience managing incidents, root cause analysis, and on-call support Understanding of SLA/SLO/SLI frameworks and reliability engineering principles Desirable Background in software development Experience working within regulated financial services environments Familiarity with ITIL and enterprise service management frameworks Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS, Terraform) Why Apply Opportunity to shape cloud reliability strategy in a large-scale environment Work with modern tooling across automation, DevOps, and SRE practices Strong emphasis on engineering excellence and continuous improvement Competitive compensation and long-term career progression To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Join us as an Infrastructure & Resilience Manager! Lead the way in managing our critical UK infrastructure and data centres. Steer operational excellence and drive resilience. If you're a seasoned leader with a passion for mission-critical environments and continuous improvement, your future is here! Salary: Circa £65,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site or to meet business demand Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. DV will be required for this role. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure & Resilience Manager to be responsible for our critical UK infrastructure and data centre environments. You will lead, manage and ensure the stability, resilience, security and long-term operational capability of those environments. The successful candidate will oversee critical operational functions across all data centre environments, will coordinate facilities service providers, capacity plan, govern plus contribute and participate in continuously evolving business continuity in disaster recovery activities. This position requires a strong operational leader with experience in managing mission-critical infrastructure environments, leading teams through operational incidents including participating in a call out rota for crisis management and creating continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will also manage, lead and support the UK Data Centre Operations Manager. You would be joining a highly respected, motivated, dynamic and supportive team. The team owns and manages the lifecycle of all Infrastructure & Cloud platforms in the UK. Team members are actively encouraged and supported to generate continuous improvement initiatives to grow and mature the areas their own. To help do this, a strong emphasis is placed on gaining technical knowledge and experience via exploiting the extensive technical and management training capabilities of MBDA. The team is expanding their scope and influence whilst continuing to grow significantly. What we're looking for from you: Essential Extensive knowledge in the management and operations of data centres, hosting environments and critical infrastructure components such as server, storage, network, and cloud infrastructure environments Strong knowledge of disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BC) Experience leading DR testing, failover exercises, and operational recovery activities Strength in applying robust operational governance, change control, and risk management practices Strong understanding of infrastructure & environment capacity planning and operational forecasting Strong understanding of: Power infrastructure including distribution, UPS and generator systems Cooling and environmental controls Building management monitoring systems (BMS) Redundancy and resilience models Operational experience of a BMS; capable of interpreting the performance of electrical and mechanical systems Capable builder of strong relationships; an effective communicator and organisational leader Experienced in managing vendor and supplier management of external specialist third parties Capable of proactively managing incidents, problems and changes to data centres and infrastructure components Capable of ensuring compliance with internal security and safety protocols Capable of creating management information, operational & maintenance procedures, runbooks, policies and standards for the data centres, hosting environments Desirable ITIL certification or equivalent operational framework experience Experience within highly secure and regulated environments Familiarity with one or more of the following: ISO27001, ISO 22301, MOD DCC & SbD Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or Certified Data Centre Management Professional (CDCM) Experience with DCIM and infrastructure monitoring tools Experience in managing multi-site, national data centre environments Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Join us as an Infrastructure & Resilience Manager! Lead the way in managing our critical UK infrastructure and data centres. Steer operational excellence and drive resilience. If you're a seasoned leader with a passion for mission-critical environments and continuous improvement, your future is here! Salary: Circa £65,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site or to meet business demand Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. DV will be required for this role. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure & Resilience Manager to be responsible for our critical UK infrastructure and data centre environments. You will lead, manage and ensure the stability, resilience, security and long-term operational capability of those environments. The successful candidate will oversee critical operational functions across all data centre environments, will coordinate facilities service providers, capacity plan, govern plus contribute and participate in continuously evolving business continuity in disaster recovery activities. This position requires a strong operational leader with experience in managing mission-critical infrastructure environments, leading teams through operational incidents including participating in a call out rota for crisis management and creating continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will also manage, lead and support the UK Data Centre Operations Manager. You would be joining a highly respected, motivated, dynamic and supportive team. The team owns and manages the lifecycle of all Infrastructure & Cloud platforms in the UK. Team members are actively encouraged and supported to generate continuous improvement initiatives to grow and mature the areas their own. To help do this, a strong emphasis is placed on gaining technical knowledge and experience via exploiting the extensive technical and management training capabilities of MBDA. The team is expanding their scope and influence whilst continuing to grow significantly. What we're looking for from you: Essential Extensive knowledge in the management and operations of data centres, hosting environments and critical infrastructure components such as server, storage, network, and cloud infrastructure environments Strong knowledge of disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BC) Experience leading DR testing, failover exercises, and operational recovery activities Strength in applying robust operational governance, change control, and risk management practices Strong understanding of infrastructure & environment capacity planning and operational forecasting Strong understanding of: Power infrastructure including distribution, UPS and generator systems Cooling and environmental controls Building management monitoring systems (BMS) Redundancy and resilience models Operational experience of a BMS; capable of interpreting the performance of electrical and mechanical systems Capable builder of strong relationships; an effective communicator and organisational leader Experienced in managing vendor and supplier management of external specialist third parties Capable of proactively managing incidents, problems and changes to data centres and infrastructure components Capable of ensuring compliance with internal security and safety protocols Capable of creating management information, operational & maintenance procedures, runbooks, policies and standards for the data centres, hosting environments Desirable ITIL certification or equivalent operational framework experience Experience within highly secure and regulated environments Familiarity with one or more of the following: ISO27001, ISO 22301, MOD DCC & SbD Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or Certified Data Centre Management Professional (CDCM) Experience with DCIM and infrastructure monitoring tools Experience in managing multi-site, national data centre environments Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Lead Architect - SAS Max Supplier Charge Rate: £625/day inside IR35 Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance Location: Remote Sector: Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Architect - SAS to lead the design, governance, implementation, and strategic direction of enterprise SAS platforms within a secure public sector environment. This role requires a recognised SAS Subject Matter Expert with deep expertise in SAS platform architecture, environment setup, governance, data integration, and operational management. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across SAS solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Experience with SAS Viya, data governance frameworks, and enterprise-scale analytics platforms is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities 1. SAS Architecture & Technical Leadership Act as the technical authority and architectural lead for SAS platforms and solutions Define and maintain target-state architecture for SAS environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, security, and performance Provide strategic guidance on SAS platform adoption, configuration, optimisation, and modernisation Lead architecture decisions across analytics, reporting, and data processing solutions 2. SAS Environment Setup & Platform Management Lead the design, setup, configuration, and management of SAS environments across development, testing, and production Design and implement enterprise-grade SAS infrastructure aligned with organisational standards Oversee deployment, operational readiness, upgrades, and ongoing platform management Support installation, integration, and enhancement of SAS environments, including SAS Viya where applicable 3. SAS Viya Enablement Support or lead SAS Viya adoption and platform modernisation initiatives Assess existing SAS estates and recommend migration, transformation, and optimisation strategies Ensure SAS Viya deployments align with cloud-native and container-based architecture principles where appropriate Provide guidance on best practices and platform capabilities 4. Governance, Compliance & Data Management Ensure SAS solutions operate within established governance frameworks and regulatory requirements Provide expertise on Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs), data sharing arrangements, and compliance obligations Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, auditability, data protection, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with governance, risk, security, and data teams to embed best practices throughout the solution life cycle 5. Data Integration & ETL Architecture Design and oversee ETL and data integration frameworks using SAS and associated technologies Ensure efficient movement, transformation, validation, and management of data across multiple systems Provide architecture guidance for integration with enterprise databases and applications Promote data quality, lineage, consistency, and maintainability across data platforms 6. Infrastructure & Platform Integration Collaborate with infrastructure and platform teams to ensure environment readiness and architectural alignment Design SAS platforms that integrate effectively with enterprise hosting, networking, and infrastructure services Advise on capacity planning, availability, resilience, disaster recovery, and operational requirements Support architecture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud-based hosting models 7. Kubernetes & Modern Deployment Practices Provide architectural oversight for containerised SAS and SAS Viya deployments Work with DevOps and platform teams to ensure secure, scalable, and operationally robust implementations Contribute to best practices for orchestration, automation, deployment, and environment management 8. Monitoring & Operational Excellence Define monitoring, alerting, and observability requirements for SAS platforms Ensure proactive monitoring of platform performance, capacity, availability, and operational health Support root cause analysis and remediation of platform and performance issues Drive continuous improvement in platform resilience, supportability, and operational maturity Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance Deep expertise in SAS, acting as a recognised SME and technical authority Extensive experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise SAS environments Strong understanding of SAS architecture, administration, and deployment models Proven experience in ETL architecture and data integration solutions Experience integrating SAS platforms with enterprise databases, including Oracle Strong understanding of enterprise networking and infrastructure principles Experience designing monitoring, observability, and operational support models for analytics platforms Strong knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, and data management practices Experience working with Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs) and public sector governance frameworks Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills Experience with SAS Viya Experience with Kubernetes and containerised deployments Exposure to cloud-based analytics and data platforms Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and platform modernisation strategies Experience delivering solutions within government, public sector, or other highly regulated environments Key Technologies SAS SAS Viya Oracle ETL & Data Integration Technologies Kubernetes Enterprise Infrastructure & Networking Monitoring & Observability Tools Cloud & Hybrid Platforms Data Governance & Compliance Frameworks Clearance & Onboarding This position requires active SC Clearance and additional vetting. Candidates should be aware that onboarding timelines may be extended due to enhanced security clearance and verification requirements.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
Lead Architect - SAS Max Supplier Charge Rate: £625/day inside IR35 Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance Location: Remote Sector: Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Architect - SAS to lead the design, governance, implementation, and strategic direction of enterprise SAS platforms within a secure public sector environment. This role requires a recognised SAS Subject Matter Expert with deep expertise in SAS platform architecture, environment setup, governance, data integration, and operational management. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across SAS solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Experience with SAS Viya, data governance frameworks, and enterprise-scale analytics platforms is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities 1. SAS Architecture & Technical Leadership Act as the technical authority and architectural lead for SAS platforms and solutions Define and maintain target-state architecture for SAS environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, security, and performance Provide strategic guidance on SAS platform adoption, configuration, optimisation, and modernisation Lead architecture decisions across analytics, reporting, and data processing solutions 2. SAS Environment Setup & Platform Management Lead the design, setup, configuration, and management of SAS environments across development, testing, and production Design and implement enterprise-grade SAS infrastructure aligned with organisational standards Oversee deployment, operational readiness, upgrades, and ongoing platform management Support installation, integration, and enhancement of SAS environments, including SAS Viya where applicable 3. SAS Viya Enablement Support or lead SAS Viya adoption and platform modernisation initiatives Assess existing SAS estates and recommend migration, transformation, and optimisation strategies Ensure SAS Viya deployments align with cloud-native and container-based architecture principles where appropriate Provide guidance on best practices and platform capabilities 4. Governance, Compliance & Data Management Ensure SAS solutions operate within established governance frameworks and regulatory requirements Provide expertise on Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs), data sharing arrangements, and compliance obligations Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, auditability, data protection, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with governance, risk, security, and data teams to embed best practices throughout the solution life cycle 5. Data Integration & ETL Architecture Design and oversee ETL and data integration frameworks using SAS and associated technologies Ensure efficient movement, transformation, validation, and management of data across multiple systems Provide architecture guidance for integration with enterprise databases and applications Promote data quality, lineage, consistency, and maintainability across data platforms 6. Infrastructure & Platform Integration Collaborate with infrastructure and platform teams to ensure environment readiness and architectural alignment Design SAS platforms that integrate effectively with enterprise hosting, networking, and infrastructure services Advise on capacity planning, availability, resilience, disaster recovery, and operational requirements Support architecture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud-based hosting models 7. Kubernetes & Modern Deployment Practices Provide architectural oversight for containerised SAS and SAS Viya deployments Work with DevOps and platform teams to ensure secure, scalable, and operationally robust implementations Contribute to best practices for orchestration, automation, deployment, and environment management 8. Monitoring & Operational Excellence Define monitoring, alerting, and observability requirements for SAS platforms Ensure proactive monitoring of platform performance, capacity, availability, and operational health Support root cause analysis and remediation of platform and performance issues Drive continuous improvement in platform resilience, supportability, and operational maturity Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance Deep expertise in SAS, acting as a recognised SME and technical authority Extensive experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise SAS environments Strong understanding of SAS architecture, administration, and deployment models Proven experience in ETL architecture and data integration solutions Experience integrating SAS platforms with enterprise databases, including Oracle Strong understanding of enterprise networking and infrastructure principles Experience designing monitoring, observability, and operational support models for analytics platforms Strong knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, and data management practices Experience working with Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs) and public sector governance frameworks Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills Experience with SAS Viya Experience with Kubernetes and containerised deployments Exposure to cloud-based analytics and data platforms Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and platform modernisation strategies Experience delivering solutions within government, public sector, or other highly regulated environments Key Technologies SAS SAS Viya Oracle ETL & Data Integration Technologies Kubernetes Enterprise Infrastructure & Networking Monitoring & Observability Tools Cloud & Hybrid Platforms Data Governance & Compliance Frameworks Clearance & Onboarding This position requires active SC Clearance and additional vetting. Candidates should be aware that onboarding timelines may be extended due to enhanced security clearance and verification requirements.
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards to this permanent position. Job Title: Head of Employment Law Location: Sheffield Reports to: Head of Legal Practice Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (office-based) Salary: Attractive Salary The Role Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Employment Law to provide strategic and operational leadership across its Employment Department. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and risk-aware service to members, key stakeholders. Working closely with the senior management team, you will play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving continuous improvement, enhancing systems and workflows, and developing the capability and performance of the department. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Management Operate as a senior leader within the management team, contributing to organisational strategy, service development and future planning. Ensure appropriate systems, controls and governance arrangements are in place to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Lead the continuous review and improvement of processes, workflows, controls and risk management frameworks. Ensure compliance with audit requirements, regulatory standards, KPIs, service levels and quality standards. Act as a senior point of reference on employment law practice, decision-making and service standards. Support complex caseloads where required. People Leadership & Performance Management Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Employment Department. Manage workloads, caseload allocation, resourcing, capacity planning, holidays, sickness and absence. Embed and maintain a robust performance management framework, including objectives, quality reviews, supervision and regular one-to-ones. Coach, mentor and develop fee earners, building leadership capability, accountability and resilience. Support career development pathways, including trainees and colleagues seeking progression. Design and implement training and development initiatives covering legal, leadership and soft skills. Client Service & Stakeholder Management Maintain and strengthen relationships, regional representatives and external partners. Ensure consistently high standards of communication with members, colleagues and stakeholders. Handle complaints, risk issues and negligence allegations effectively, ensuring lessons learned are embedded. Deliver training sessions, briefings and updates and workplace representatives. Promote a culture of excellent service delivery and continuous improvement. Systems, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Lead and support the development of the case management system and workflow efficiencies. Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, productivity, quality and client experience. Support innovation and change initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. Drive process transformation and operational improvements across the department. About You You will possess: Strong leadership and people management skills. A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. High levels of professionalism, integrity and resilience. Strong coaching, mentoring and development capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service. Experience Required Proven experience leading large and multidisciplinary teams. Significant experience and working knowledge of employment law and practice, including advisory and case management work. Demonstrable experience of performance management, quality assurance and service delivery. Experience working strategically and operationally. Strong stakeholder management experience within a legal or trade union environment. Experience leading systems, process improvement or transformation programmes. Experience collecting and analysing evidence, researching the law, determining prospects and progressing matters efficiently. Experience developing people and building high-performing teams. Qualifications and Technical Skills Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent). Strong technical knowledge of employment law and practice. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and leadership capabilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure. Commitment to continuous learning and service excellence. Benefits 35-hour working week, Monday to Friday (office based) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service up to a maximum of 31 days Death in service benefit (4 x salary) Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave Free parking 4% employer pension contribution Simply Health scheme with employer and employee contributions Anytime GP service Employee Assistance Programme Probate and Estate Planning support Costco membership card Company sick pay (8 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay following successful completion of probation)
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards to this permanent position. Job Title: Head of Employment Law Location: Sheffield Reports to: Head of Legal Practice Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (office-based) Salary: Attractive Salary The Role Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Employment Law to provide strategic and operational leadership across its Employment Department. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and risk-aware service to members, key stakeholders. Working closely with the senior management team, you will play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving continuous improvement, enhancing systems and workflows, and developing the capability and performance of the department. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Management Operate as a senior leader within the management team, contributing to organisational strategy, service development and future planning. Ensure appropriate systems, controls and governance arrangements are in place to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Lead the continuous review and improvement of processes, workflows, controls and risk management frameworks. Ensure compliance with audit requirements, regulatory standards, KPIs, service levels and quality standards. Act as a senior point of reference on employment law practice, decision-making and service standards. Support complex caseloads where required. People Leadership & Performance Management Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Employment Department. Manage workloads, caseload allocation, resourcing, capacity planning, holidays, sickness and absence. Embed and maintain a robust performance management framework, including objectives, quality reviews, supervision and regular one-to-ones. Coach, mentor and develop fee earners, building leadership capability, accountability and resilience. Support career development pathways, including trainees and colleagues seeking progression. Design and implement training and development initiatives covering legal, leadership and soft skills. Client Service & Stakeholder Management Maintain and strengthen relationships, regional representatives and external partners. Ensure consistently high standards of communication with members, colleagues and stakeholders. Handle complaints, risk issues and negligence allegations effectively, ensuring lessons learned are embedded. Deliver training sessions, briefings and updates and workplace representatives. Promote a culture of excellent service delivery and continuous improvement. Systems, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Lead and support the development of the case management system and workflow efficiencies. Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, productivity, quality and client experience. Support innovation and change initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. Drive process transformation and operational improvements across the department. About You You will possess: Strong leadership and people management skills. A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. High levels of professionalism, integrity and resilience. Strong coaching, mentoring and development capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service. Experience Required Proven experience leading large and multidisciplinary teams. Significant experience and working knowledge of employment law and practice, including advisory and case management work. Demonstrable experience of performance management, quality assurance and service delivery. Experience working strategically and operationally. Strong stakeholder management experience within a legal or trade union environment. Experience leading systems, process improvement or transformation programmes. Experience collecting and analysing evidence, researching the law, determining prospects and progressing matters efficiently. Experience developing people and building high-performing teams. Qualifications and Technical Skills Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent). Strong technical knowledge of employment law and practice. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and leadership capabilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure. Commitment to continuous learning and service excellence. Benefits 35-hour working week, Monday to Friday (office based) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service up to a maximum of 31 days Death in service benefit (4 x salary) Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave Free parking 4% employer pension contribution Simply Health scheme with employer and employee contributions Anytime GP service Employee Assistance Programme Probate and Estate Planning support Costco membership card Company sick pay (8 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay following successful completion of probation)
Financial Crime Strategy Consultant Key Responsibilities: Fraud Strategy & Data Intelligence Evaluate whether the right data and KPIs are being used to monitor fraud trends. Lead efforts to identify quick wins and immediate interventions in fraud prevention. Provide analytical support to challenge existing models, especially around net loss and forecasting gaps. Operational Enablement: Address competing priorities across business units while ensuring fraud initiatives remain on track. Safeguard data integrity during technical development cycles. Drive automation and operational improvements to enhance fraud detection and response. Governance & Capacity Building Champion governance structures that empower resource ownership and decision-making. Support upskilling initiatives across fraud and risk teams. Collaborate with BAU teams to ensure seamless integration of fraud strategy into daily operations. Strategic Collaboration Work closely with finance to align fraud strategy with budget constraints and challenge assumptions where needed. Engage with stakeholders across technology, product, and fraud leadership to ensure alignment with VIK funding and business goals. Provide guidance on F2P and non-card A2A payments fraud, with a focus on immediate impact and long-term resilience. Ideal Candidate Proven experience in fraud strategy, risk analytics, or financial crime prevention. Strong understanding of Open Banking, phishing, scams, and authentication technologies. Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments with limited guidance. Appetite for championing change and challenging forecasting assumptions.
Oct 06, 2025
Contractor
Financial Crime Strategy Consultant Key Responsibilities: Fraud Strategy & Data Intelligence Evaluate whether the right data and KPIs are being used to monitor fraud trends. Lead efforts to identify quick wins and immediate interventions in fraud prevention. Provide analytical support to challenge existing models, especially around net loss and forecasting gaps. Operational Enablement: Address competing priorities across business units while ensuring fraud initiatives remain on track. Safeguard data integrity during technical development cycles. Drive automation and operational improvements to enhance fraud detection and response. Governance & Capacity Building Champion governance structures that empower resource ownership and decision-making. Support upskilling initiatives across fraud and risk teams. Collaborate with BAU teams to ensure seamless integration of fraud strategy into daily operations. Strategic Collaboration Work closely with finance to align fraud strategy with budget constraints and challenge assumptions where needed. Engage with stakeholders across technology, product, and fraud leadership to ensure alignment with VIK funding and business goals. Provide guidance on F2P and non-card A2A payments fraud, with a focus on immediate impact and long-term resilience. Ideal Candidate Proven experience in fraud strategy, risk analytics, or financial crime prevention. Strong understanding of Open Banking, phishing, scams, and authentication technologies. Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments with limited guidance. Appetite for championing change and challenging forecasting assumptions.
