Solution Data Architect (Confluent Flink) Location: London (2 days onsite) Contract Length: 3 months Rate: Up to 428.75 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: Not required Overview We're working with a leading organisation within the financial services / insurance sector who are seeking an experienced Solution Data Architect to support a large-scale data transformation programme. This role will play a key part in shaping enterprise-wide data architecture, driving consistency across systems, and enabling scalable, governed data flows across core platforms. Key Responsibilities Define and design end-to-end data flows across multiple systems Develop and maintain canonical and system-level data models Design integration mappings aligned to enterprise data architecture standards Collaborate with Solution Architects, Engineering teams, and Data Governance functions Ensure data quality, governance, and consistency across business-critical domains Support delivery teams with best practice data architecture guidance Contribute to data ownership, standards, and lifecycle management Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Solution Data Architect Strong knowledge of: Data modelling Integration patterns Enterprise data architecture design Confluent Flink experience (highly desirable) Experience with event-driven architectures / data streaming Exposure to tools such as Erwin, Power Apps, or Dataverse (desirable) Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical teams Background in insurance or financial services preferred
Jun 28, 2026
Contractor
Solution Data Architect (Confluent Flink) Location: London (2 days onsite) Contract Length: 3 months Rate: Up to 428.75 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: Not required Overview We're working with a leading organisation within the financial services / insurance sector who are seeking an experienced Solution Data Architect to support a large-scale data transformation programme. This role will play a key part in shaping enterprise-wide data architecture, driving consistency across systems, and enabling scalable, governed data flows across core platforms. Key Responsibilities Define and design end-to-end data flows across multiple systems Develop and maintain canonical and system-level data models Design integration mappings aligned to enterprise data architecture standards Collaborate with Solution Architects, Engineering teams, and Data Governance functions Ensure data quality, governance, and consistency across business-critical domains Support delivery teams with best practice data architecture guidance Contribute to data ownership, standards, and lifecycle management Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Solution Data Architect Strong knowledge of: Data modelling Integration patterns Enterprise data architecture design Confluent Flink experience (highly desirable) Experience with event-driven architectures / data streaming Exposure to tools such as Erwin, Power Apps, or Dataverse (desirable) Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical teams Background in insurance or financial services preferred
Dynamics 365 Sales CRM Solution Architect / Tech Lead Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Rate: 60- 86 per hour Contract: 6-12 Months (Extension Likely) Start: ASAP Clearance: Must be eligible for FADV clearance (5 years employment references, 5 years UK address history, DBS and educational certificates) The Opportunity We're supporting a major global financial services organisation on a large-scale CRM transformation programme and are seeking an experienced Dynamics 365 Sales CRM Solution Architect / Technical Lead . This is a hands-on architecture role requiring a strong blend of Dynamics 365 Sales , Power Platform , and Azure Integration expertise. You'll provide technical leadership whilst remaining close to design, development, and delivery activities. The client is looking for someone with deep Dynamics experience across enterprise-scale implementations and stakeholder-facing environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of Dynamics 365 Sales CRM solutions. Drive delivery across Dynamics 365, Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure services. Design scalable, secure, and high-performing CRM platforms. Work closely with business stakeholders to define requirements and solution roadmaps. Lead integration design using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, and REST APIs. Establish development standards, governance, and best practices. Support application lifecycle management, deployment approaches, and release governance. Provide technical leadership to developers, analysts, and project stakeholders. Essential Experience Extensive experience delivering Dynamics 365 Sales CRM solutions. Strong Solution Architecture and Technical Lead experience. Deep knowledge of: Dynamics 365 Sales Dataverse Power Platform Power Apps (Model-Driven Apps) Power Automate Customer Insights Sales Accelerator Strong hands-on development capability including: C# .NET JavaScript Plugins Custom Workflow Activities REST APIs Experience designing enterprise integrations using: Azure Functions Logic Apps Service Bus Azure Data Factory Azure Key Vault Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Highly Desirable Banking, financial services, insurance, or regulated industry experience. Dynamics 365 Customer Insights experience. Azure DevOps and CI/CD experience. Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform certifications. Experience leading offshore or distributed development teams. What We're Looking For This role would suit a senior consultant who has successfully delivered multiple Dynamics 365 Sales implementations and enjoys operating across architecture, stakeholder engagement, technical design, and hands-on development. You'll be comfortable leading solution discussions with senior business stakeholders while also providing technical direction across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Dataverse, and Azure integration services. Interested? Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
Jun 26, 2026
Contractor
Dynamics 365 Sales CRM Solution Architect / Tech Lead Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Rate: 60- 86 per hour Contract: 6-12 Months (Extension Likely) Start: ASAP Clearance: Must be eligible for FADV clearance (5 years employment references, 5 years UK address history, DBS and educational certificates) The Opportunity We're supporting a major global financial services organisation on a large-scale CRM transformation programme and are seeking an experienced Dynamics 365 Sales CRM Solution Architect / Technical Lead . This is a hands-on architecture role requiring a strong blend of Dynamics 365 Sales , Power Platform , and Azure Integration expertise. You'll provide technical leadership whilst remaining close to design, development, and delivery activities. The client is looking for someone with deep Dynamics experience across enterprise-scale implementations and stakeholder-facing environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of Dynamics 365 Sales CRM solutions. Drive delivery across Dynamics 365, Dataverse, Power Platform, and Azure services. Design scalable, secure, and high-performing CRM platforms. Work closely with business stakeholders to define requirements and solution roadmaps. Lead integration design using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, and REST APIs. Establish development standards, governance, and best practices. Support application lifecycle management, deployment approaches, and release governance. Provide technical leadership to developers, analysts, and project stakeholders. Essential Experience Extensive experience delivering Dynamics 365 Sales CRM solutions. Strong Solution Architecture and Technical Lead experience. Deep knowledge of: Dynamics 365 Sales Dataverse Power Platform Power Apps (Model-Driven Apps) Power Automate Customer Insights Sales Accelerator Strong hands-on development capability including: C# .NET JavaScript Plugins Custom Workflow Activities REST APIs Experience designing enterprise integrations using: Azure Functions Logic Apps Service Bus Azure Data Factory Azure Key Vault Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Highly Desirable Banking, financial services, insurance, or regulated industry experience. Dynamics 365 Customer Insights experience. Azure DevOps and CI/CD experience. Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform certifications. Experience leading offshore or distributed development teams. What We're Looking For This role would suit a senior consultant who has successfully delivered multiple Dynamics 365 Sales implementations and enjoys operating across architecture, stakeholder engagement, technical design, and hands-on development. You'll be comfortable leading solution discussions with senior business stakeholders while also providing technical direction across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Dataverse, and Azure integration services. Interested? Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
Contract Manager - South East MLL Telecom Ltd is one of the UK s leading cross-technology network integrators, delivering solutions across Fixed, Radio, and Mobile 4/5G. We enable our customers communication strategies by designing, developing, and maintaining robust network infrastructures that adapt to today s rapidly evolving environment. We specialise in architecting and managing some of the most complex and secure Data and Voice networks across the Public Sector and Mobile Network Operator markets. We are currently a key delivery partner in more than 15 major UK network deployments, supporting seamless communication for millions of users across businesses, the public sector, and local communities. Our Public Sector team plays a vital role in delivering critical network services for organisations such as the NHS and Emergency Services, including supporting the transition of NHS sites to a new, dedicated health network. Our Service Provider team, are trusted delivery partners in Vodafone s Radio Network Transformation Programme, helping to shape the future of mobile connectivity in the UK. Our ED&I Statement At MLL, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate different perspectives, champion equality, and ensure every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work MLL's Brand & Behaviours Accountability Builds Trust Accountability requires some kind of honest review to reflect how we are doing against our responsibilities. This is not simply about a contract or project plan, it is about a mindset, an air that is portrayed as 'we have got this!' Data Delivers Distinction We need people to think in a data is valuable kind of way, not just for efficient operations but also for winning in the market. This is not some mechanical thing, it is a way of thinking, of seeing the world. Challenging for Change We want people who want to challenge the status quo. Delivering Excellence This belief stems from being accountable to one another. Having confidence in our data enables us to be accountable. And being prepared to challenge means we don't settle for mediocre. Purpose of role and Ideal Candidate Details The Contract Manager will be responsible for the effective management, governance, and performance assurance of two complex service contracts, including a new managed network services contract and a second contract with a similar scope. The role will ensure that contractual obligations are actively tracked, risks are identified and mitigated, service performance is monitored, variations are controlled, and supplier delivery remains aligned to business and operational needs. This is a hands-on role. Our ideal candidate will have strong commercial judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to work across technical, operational, procurement and finance stakeholders. Ideally based in South East and able to travel to customer sites and head office as the job requires Job responsibilities & Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Responsibilities; Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned contracts, ensuring obligations, milestones, deliverables and service levels are tracked and reported. Maintain contract registers, risk registers, issue logs, action logs, and governance trackers, ensuring they are accurate, up to date, and auditable. Lead contract governance meetings with suppliers and internal stakeholders, including preparation of agendas, papers, action logs and escalation items. Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations, KPI/SLA requirements, milestone commitments and implementation plans, escalating concerns where necessary. Manage change control, variation requests and contractual amendments in line with agreed governance and approval processes. Support project implementation and transition activity, including mobilisation planning, readiness reviews, milestone tracking and service acceptance. Work with technical teams to ensure contractual requirements around service delivery, compliance, security, onboarding and operational readiness are translated into practical actions. Support supplier relationship management, issue resolution and continuous improvement across the contract term. Ensure contract records are complete, well governed and ready for audit, assurance or internal review. Main Deliverables; A live contract obligations tracker for each contract. An active risk register with mitigation actions and owners. A robust change control log and variation pipeline. Monthly governance reports and performance summaries. Timely escalation of contract risks, delays and noncompliance. Accurate commercial oversight of invoices, payments and contractual changes. Areas of Expertise; Minimum 5 years contract management experience. Experience in IT, telecommunications, managed services, or a similar complex outsourced service environment preferred. Strong understanding of contract governance, obligations management, risk registers, issue management and reporting. Demonstrable experience managing change control, variations and contract amendments. Experience supporting project implementation, mobilisation, transition or service onboarding. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work confidently with suppliers, finance teams, operational leads and technical specialists. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail, particularly around contract terms, service performance and invoice validation. Ability to produce clear written reports, governance papers and action logs. Desirable Criteria; Experience in public sector procurement or contract management. Experience managing telecoms or network services contracts, including service transitions and operational change. Familiarity with service acceptance, milestone-based delivery and supplier performance frameworks. Experience working with cross-functional delivery teams in technically complex environments. Knowledge of risk management best practices and formal change control disciplines. Core Competencies; Contract governance and assurance. Commercial and financial control. Risk identification and mitigation. Change management and variation control. Supplier and stakeholder relationship management. Analytical thinking and problem-solving. Clear written and verbal communication. Organisational discipline and follow-through Job Benefits & Engagement At MLL Telecom, we re passionate about transforming the world of telecoms and empowering our people to grow with us. Joining MLL means being part of an innovative company that values your skills, invests in your development, and provides real opportunities for career progression. Here, your passion for technology can shape the future of connectivity while building a rewarding career. You'll get; Pension Scheme Life Assurance HealthCare Insurance Financial Wellbeing & Will Writing Wellbeing Support Programme (EAP) 25 days annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Social Engagement & Office Activities MLL Proud Supporter of the Armed Forces Community Employer Recognition Scheme Real Living Wage Employer Work Placement & Apprenticeship Programmes Corporate & Social Responsibilities.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
Contract Manager - South East MLL Telecom Ltd is one of the UK s leading cross-technology network integrators, delivering solutions across Fixed, Radio, and Mobile 4/5G. We enable our customers communication strategies by designing, developing, and maintaining robust network infrastructures that adapt to today s rapidly evolving environment. We specialise in architecting and managing some of the most complex and secure Data and Voice networks across the Public Sector and Mobile Network Operator markets. We are currently a key delivery partner in more than 15 major UK network deployments, supporting seamless communication for millions of users across businesses, the public sector, and local communities. Our Public Sector team plays a vital role in delivering critical network services for organisations such as the NHS and Emergency Services, including supporting the transition of NHS sites to a new, dedicated health network. Our Service Provider team, are trusted delivery partners in Vodafone s Radio Network Transformation Programme, helping to shape the future of mobile connectivity in the UK. Our ED&I Statement At MLL, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate different perspectives, champion equality, and ensure every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work MLL's Brand & Behaviours Accountability Builds Trust Accountability requires some kind of honest review to reflect how we are doing against our responsibilities. This is not simply about a contract or project plan, it is about a mindset, an air that is portrayed as 'we have got this!' Data Delivers Distinction We need people to think in a data is valuable kind of way, not just for efficient operations but also for winning in the market. This is not some mechanical thing, it is a way of thinking, of seeing the world. Challenging for Change We want people who want to challenge the status quo. Delivering Excellence This belief stems from being accountable to one another. Having confidence in our data enables us to be accountable. And being prepared to challenge means we don't settle for mediocre. Purpose of role and Ideal Candidate Details The Contract Manager will be responsible for the effective management, governance, and performance assurance of two complex service contracts, including a new managed network services contract and a second contract with a similar scope. The role will ensure that contractual obligations are actively tracked, risks are identified and mitigated, service performance is monitored, variations are controlled, and supplier delivery remains aligned to business and operational needs. This is a hands-on role. Our ideal candidate will have strong commercial judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to work across technical, operational, procurement and finance stakeholders. Ideally based in South East and able to travel to customer sites and head office as the job requires Job responsibilities & Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Responsibilities; Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned contracts, ensuring obligations, milestones, deliverables and service levels are tracked and reported. Maintain contract registers, risk registers, issue logs, action logs, and governance trackers, ensuring they are accurate, up to date, and auditable. Lead contract governance meetings with suppliers and internal stakeholders, including preparation of agendas, papers, action logs and escalation items. Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations, KPI/SLA requirements, milestone commitments and implementation plans, escalating concerns where necessary. Manage change control, variation requests and contractual amendments in line with agreed governance and approval processes. Support project implementation and transition activity, including mobilisation planning, readiness reviews, milestone tracking and service acceptance. Work with technical teams to ensure contractual requirements around service delivery, compliance, security, onboarding and operational readiness are translated into practical actions. Support supplier relationship management, issue resolution and continuous improvement across the contract term. Ensure contract records are complete, well governed and ready for audit, assurance or internal review. Main Deliverables; A live contract obligations tracker for each contract. An active risk register with mitigation actions and owners. A robust change control log and variation pipeline. Monthly governance reports and performance summaries. Timely escalation of contract risks, delays and noncompliance. Accurate commercial oversight of invoices, payments and contractual changes. Areas of Expertise; Minimum 5 years contract management experience. Experience in IT, telecommunications, managed services, or a similar complex outsourced service environment preferred. Strong understanding of contract governance, obligations management, risk registers, issue management and reporting. Demonstrable experience managing change control, variations and contract amendments. Experience supporting project implementation, mobilisation, transition or service onboarding. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work confidently with suppliers, finance teams, operational leads and technical specialists. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail, particularly around contract terms, service performance and invoice validation. Ability to produce clear written reports, governance papers and action logs. Desirable Criteria; Experience in public sector procurement or contract management. Experience managing telecoms or network services contracts, including service transitions and operational change. Familiarity with service acceptance, milestone-based delivery and supplier performance frameworks. Experience working with cross-functional delivery teams in technically complex environments. Knowledge of risk management best practices and formal change control disciplines. Core Competencies; Contract governance and assurance. Commercial and financial control. Risk identification and mitigation. Change management and variation control. Supplier and stakeholder relationship management. Analytical thinking and problem-solving. Clear written and verbal communication. Organisational discipline and follow-through Job Benefits & Engagement At MLL Telecom, we re passionate about transforming the world of telecoms and empowering our people to grow with us. Joining MLL means being part of an innovative company that values your skills, invests in your development, and provides real opportunities for career progression. Here, your passion for technology can shape the future of connectivity while building a rewarding career. You'll get; Pension Scheme Life Assurance HealthCare Insurance Financial Wellbeing & Will Writing Wellbeing Support Programme (EAP) 25 days annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Social Engagement & Office Activities MLL Proud Supporter of the Armed Forces Community Employer Recognition Scheme Real Living Wage Employer Work Placement & Apprenticeship Programmes Corporate & Social Responsibilities.
Finance Data Analyst When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Finance Data Analyst, Commercial Finance ATG Entertainment is an exciting, fast-paced company at the heart of live entertainment, and we are looking for a Finance Data Analyst who shares our passion for innovation and continuous improvement. We are seeking a technically capable and analytically minded individual to join our Commercial Finance team, based at our Shaftesbury Avenue office in London. This role sits at the intersection of finance and data engineering, acting as the primary day-to-day liaison between the Commercial Finance function and the Group's Data Engineering team. This role would suit a detail-oriented and technically proficient finance professional with a passion for data, systems, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable working with financial concepts and data stores and will thrive in a role that bridges the gap between finance and technology. The successful candidate will play a central role in maintaining and developing the Group's Commercial Finance data infrastructure, driving data quality and governance, and enabling the Commercial Finance team to report, plan, and analyse with confidence. This role reports to the Lead Business Partner, Group Commercial & Central Functions and will work closely with the Data Engineering team, Finance Product Owners, and the wider Commercial Finance team. Key responsibilities Act as the primary day-to-day liaison between the Commercial Finance function and the Data Engineering team, translating finance requirements into data solutions, and managing ongoing development priorities. Own the day-to-day administration and ongoing development of the Global Finance Data lake and the Forecasting & Budgeting (FaB) tool, supporting the relevant Finance Product Owners - including user access management, process configuration, and governance practices. Liaise with Finance data stakeholders across the Group to troubleshoot system issues, share best practice, and support the continuous improvement of data tools and processes. Manage data hygiene and interim manual data feeds, bridging the gap between current system coverage and full automation - ensuring Finance data is complete, accurate, and timely. Build and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards, including DAX development, KPI data maintenance, and ensuring reporting outputs meet the analytical needs of the Commercial Finance team. Support the smooth running, governance, and development of other Commercial Finance data tools - including TM1 Planning Analytics and Microsoft Fabric - with particular focus on system architecture and the way these tools interact with one another. Provide ad hoc data and analytical support to the wider Commercial Finance team as required. Support the Commercial Finance team in the transformation project as we automate reporting and embed AI tools. Your skills, qualities, and experience A strong understanding of key financial principles, including double-entry bookkeeping and P&Ls, with the ability to apply these in a data context. A working understanding of data structures and how data flows between source systems, data warehouses, and reporting layers. Some exposure to coding and query languages (DAX, SQL, or Python), the ability and appetite to learn is more important than existing depth. Demonstrable experience building Power BI reports, with strong knowledge of DAX and an understanding of data modelling best practices. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical data concepts clearly to non-technical finance stakeholders, and vice versa. Some experience working with HTML - whether in a reporting, tooling, or web context. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a natural inclination towards continuous improvement and data quality. Strong proficiency in Excel, with the ability to work confidently with complex data sets. Preferable: experience with TM1 Planning Analytics, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and/or Microsoft Fabric. Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment, while maintaining rigour and accuracy. A genuine interest in the live entertainment industry is a plus. Experience with D365 and enterprise reporting or data lake tools preferred; prior exposure to a finance function beneficial. Must be comfortable operating in a fast-moving, data-rich environment and taking ownership of problems through to resolution. Experience within a fast-paced, PE-backed business is desirable, ideally within a consumer-facing or multi-site environment - such as retail, hospitality, leisure, or live entertainment. Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred, though candidates from a data or analytical background with strong financial acumen will also be considered. About Us- Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged, and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
Finance Data Analyst When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Finance Data Analyst, Commercial Finance ATG Entertainment is an exciting, fast-paced company at the heart of live entertainment, and we are looking for a Finance Data Analyst who shares our passion for innovation and continuous improvement. We are seeking a technically capable and analytically minded individual to join our Commercial Finance team, based at our Shaftesbury Avenue office in London. This role sits at the intersection of finance and data engineering, acting as the primary day-to-day liaison between the Commercial Finance function and the Group's Data Engineering team. This role would suit a detail-oriented and technically proficient finance professional with a passion for data, systems, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable working with financial concepts and data stores and will thrive in a role that bridges the gap between finance and technology. The successful candidate will play a central role in maintaining and developing the Group's Commercial Finance data infrastructure, driving data quality and governance, and enabling the Commercial Finance team to report, plan, and analyse with confidence. This role reports to the Lead Business Partner, Group Commercial & Central Functions and will work closely with the Data Engineering team, Finance Product Owners, and the wider Commercial Finance team. Key responsibilities Act as the primary day-to-day liaison between the Commercial Finance function and the Data Engineering team, translating finance requirements into data solutions, and managing ongoing development priorities. Own the day-to-day administration and ongoing development of the Global Finance Data lake and the Forecasting & Budgeting (FaB) tool, supporting the relevant Finance Product Owners - including user access management, process configuration, and governance practices. Liaise with Finance data stakeholders across the Group to troubleshoot system issues, share best practice, and support the continuous improvement of data tools and processes. Manage data hygiene and interim manual data feeds, bridging the gap between current system coverage and full automation - ensuring Finance data is complete, accurate, and timely. Build and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards, including DAX development, KPI data maintenance, and ensuring reporting outputs meet the analytical needs of the Commercial Finance team. Support the smooth running, governance, and development of other Commercial Finance data tools - including TM1 Planning Analytics and Microsoft Fabric - with particular focus on system architecture and the way these tools interact with one another. Provide ad hoc data and analytical support to the wider Commercial Finance team as required. Support the Commercial Finance team in the transformation project as we automate reporting and embed AI tools. Your skills, qualities, and experience A strong understanding of key financial principles, including double-entry bookkeeping and P&Ls, with the ability to apply these in a data context. A working understanding of data structures and how data flows between source systems, data warehouses, and reporting layers. Some exposure to coding and query languages (DAX, SQL, or Python), the ability and appetite to learn is more important than existing depth. Demonstrable experience building Power BI reports, with strong knowledge of DAX and an understanding of data modelling best practices. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical data concepts clearly to non-technical finance stakeholders, and vice versa. Some experience working with HTML - whether in a reporting, tooling, or web context. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a natural inclination towards continuous improvement and data quality. Strong proficiency in Excel, with the ability to work confidently with complex data sets. Preferable: experience with TM1 Planning Analytics, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and/or Microsoft Fabric. Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment, while maintaining rigour and accuracy. A genuine interest in the live entertainment industry is a plus. Experience with D365 and enterprise reporting or data lake tools preferred; prior exposure to a finance function beneficial. Must be comfortable operating in a fast-moving, data-rich environment and taking ownership of problems through to resolution. Experience within a fast-paced, PE-backed business is desirable, ideally within a consumer-facing or multi-site environment - such as retail, hospitality, leisure, or live entertainment. Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred, though candidates from a data or analytical background with strong financial acumen will also be considered. About Us- Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged, and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Technical Business Analyst - Pricing (Insurance) Qlik to Power BI Migration Role: Technical Business Analyst - Pricing & BI Migration Location: London (Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite) Contract: 6 Months Initial Contract Engagement: Inside IR35 Rate: 450 a day Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Business Analyst to join a major transformation programme within the insurance sector. The successful candidate will have strong Insurance Pricing experience combined with a proven track record delivering Qlik to Power BI migration projects . This role will act as the bridge between Pricing, Underwriting, Data, and BI teams, ensuring that business-critical pricing and reporting capabilities are successfully migrated from Qlik to Power BI while maintaining data integrity and business value. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities across a Qlik to Power BI migration programme. Work closely with Pricing stakeholders to understand rating, pricing, and reporting requirements. Analyse existing QlikView/Qlik Sense reports, dashboards, and data models. Define future-state reporting and analytics solutions within Power BI. Gather, document, and validate business and functional requirements. Facilitate workshops with Pricing, Underwriting, Finance, and Data teams. Create user stories, process maps, functional specifications, and acceptance criteria. Support data mapping, reconciliation, testing, and UAT activities. Identify risks, dependencies, and reporting gaps throughout the migration lifecycle. Collaborate with Power BI Developers, Data Engineers, Architects, and Project Managers to ensure successful delivery. Mandatory Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst . Strong Insurance Pricing experience (mandatory). Demonstrable experience delivering Qlik to Power BI migration projects (mandatory). Experience working within General Insurance, Commercial Insurance, or Personal Lines environments. Strong understanding of pricing processes, pricing data, rating models, and reporting. Hands-on knowledge of: QlikView and/or Qlik Sense Power BI Data modelling and reporting solutions Data warehousing concepts Experience gathering and documenting complex business and technical requirements. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. Experience supporting testing, UAT, and data validation activities. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Desirable Skills SQL and data analysis experience. Exposure to actuarial, underwriting, or risk data. Experience with Azure Data Platform and Microsoft BI technologies. Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies. Experience working on large-scale data transformation programmes.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
Technical Business Analyst - Pricing (Insurance) Qlik to Power BI Migration Role: Technical Business Analyst - Pricing & BI Migration Location: London (Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite) Contract: 6 Months Initial Contract Engagement: Inside IR35 Rate: 450 a day Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Business Analyst to join a major transformation programme within the insurance sector. The successful candidate will have strong Insurance Pricing experience combined with a proven track record delivering Qlik to Power BI migration projects . This role will act as the bridge between Pricing, Underwriting, Data, and BI teams, ensuring that business-critical pricing and reporting capabilities are successfully migrated from Qlik to Power BI while maintaining data integrity and business value. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities across a Qlik to Power BI migration programme. Work closely with Pricing stakeholders to understand rating, pricing, and reporting requirements. Analyse existing QlikView/Qlik Sense reports, dashboards, and data models. Define future-state reporting and analytics solutions within Power BI. Gather, document, and validate business and functional requirements. Facilitate workshops with Pricing, Underwriting, Finance, and Data teams. Create user stories, process maps, functional specifications, and acceptance criteria. Support data mapping, reconciliation, testing, and UAT activities. Identify risks, dependencies, and reporting gaps throughout the migration lifecycle. Collaborate with Power BI Developers, Data Engineers, Architects, and Project Managers to ensure successful delivery. Mandatory Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst . Strong Insurance Pricing experience (mandatory). Demonstrable experience delivering Qlik to Power BI migration projects (mandatory). Experience working within General Insurance, Commercial Insurance, or Personal Lines environments. Strong understanding of pricing processes, pricing data, rating models, and reporting. Hands-on knowledge of: QlikView and/or Qlik Sense Power BI Data modelling and reporting solutions Data warehousing concepts Experience gathering and documenting complex business and technical requirements. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. Experience supporting testing, UAT, and data validation activities. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Desirable Skills SQL and data analysis experience. Exposure to actuarial, underwriting, or risk data. Experience with Azure Data Platform and Microsoft BI technologies. Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies. Experience working on large-scale data transformation programmes.
Location: London (Hybrid, 3 days on-site - City of London) Duration: Contract (6-9 months initially with potential for extension) Key Essential Skills: Strong architecture experience - mapping as-is and to-be states, defining transformation pathways, and developing target-state architectures that align with business strategy. Proven experience in Operational Risk and Resilience frameworks within large, regulated financial environments. Deep exposure to Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) tools and frameworks - understanding how policies, controls, and data constructs InterconnecT (eg DORA, MiFID II, SOX, ISO22301). Strong knowledge of technology architecture principles and how they intersect with risk and resilience objectives. Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders, gaining alignment across Risk, Compliance, and Technology leadership teams. Experience working across the three lines of defence, partnering with Risk, Compliance, and Architecture Governance functions. Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex architectural and risk concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Skills Prior experience in operational resilience, technology risk, or enterprise architecture within financial services. Familiarity with enterprise architecture and control frameworks (TOGAF, SABSA, NIST). Hands-on experience with resilience testing, RCSA, or control design . Exposure to GRC tooling ecosystems such as MetricStream, ServiceNow GRC, or Archer. Background in consulting or transformation programmes , particularly around risk and compliance integration. Understanding of automation, metrics, and control assurance tooling . Overview: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operational Risk & Resilience Architect to join Thebes Group , supporting a major financial institution in defining and delivering its next-generation risk and resilience architecture. This strategic and hands-on role combines architectural strategy, GRC enablement, and stakeholder influence . You'll be responsible for assessing the current ecosystem, designing the target-state architecture, and shaping a pragmatic transformation roadmap that connects technology, controls, and business outcomes. Working across Risk, Compliance, and Technology, you'll ensure that resilience, control effectiveness, and governance are Embedded into every layer of the organisation's operating model. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the credibility, confidence, and influence to bring diverse senior stakeholders together behind a unified architectural vision - turning regulatory and risk requirements into practical, measurable design outcomes that enhance organisational resilience. Role & Responsibilities: Architecture & Target State Design Assess the current ( as-is ) architectural landscape and define a clear, actionable ( to-be ) target state. Map the transformation journey - immediate improvements, medium-term priorities, and long-term strategic objectives. Develop architectural blueprints that align technology solutions with enterprise goals, regulatory expectations, and resilience outcomes. Risk & Resilience Framework Design Design and implement enterprise-level operational resilience frameworks aligned to DORA, PRA SS1/21, ISO22301, and related standards. Define and document risk control architectures , ensuring processes, technologies, and controls align with risk appetite and governance requirements. Develop and maintain control taxonomies , impact tolerance metrics , and resilience testing methodologies . GRC & Control Integration Leverage experience with GRC tools and data models to integrate policies, controls, and standards within enterprise architectures. Connect regulatory compliance , operational risk , and technical controls into a cohesive architecture. Collaborate with Risk and Compliance to ensure consistent control application and traceability. Governance & Oversight Partner with Operational Risk , Compliance , and Architecture Governance teams to ensure consistent application of resilience and control principles. Support RCSA processes , control assessments , and governance reviews . Produce and present risk and resilience dashboards , reports, and architectural artefacts to senior stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Manage upwards - influencing senior stakeholders with clarity, credibility, and confidence. Build alignment across functions through a balanced and collaborative approach to change. Act as a trusted advisor, providing architectural insight that drives business confidence in transformation decisions. Importance of Influence: Beyond technical and architectural capability, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to influence through confidence and credibility - guiding senior stakeholders toward consensus and adoption of the architectural vision. They will not only design the path forward but bring others along with it. Outline Thebes Group: Thebes Group is a leading UK wide IT infrastructure technology consultancy. We are well-known for our extensive talent pool of highly competent IT professionals and exclusive Academy programmes, which provide a great opportunity to undertake technical training in core disciplines. Thebes work with a number of leading vendors, Government, financial institutions and insurance companies including investment banks, brokers and hedge funds. Thebes does IT solutions & services differently from most other IT service providers. As an Assured Outcome Provider (AOP) we have spent fifteen years willingly sharing the client's risk with them by focusing on outputs (ie quality service & solutions and ROI) rather than inputs (ie pricelists and headcount). We do this by fitting our skills, solutions & capabilities to needs, augmenting our staff with enthusiastic professionals from our Academy programme and remaining flexible as our clients' needs change.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Location: London (Hybrid, 3 days on-site - City of London) Duration: Contract (6-9 months initially with potential for extension) Key Essential Skills: Strong architecture experience - mapping as-is and to-be states, defining transformation pathways, and developing target-state architectures that align with business strategy. Proven experience in Operational Risk and Resilience frameworks within large, regulated financial environments. Deep exposure to Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) tools and frameworks - understanding how policies, controls, and data constructs InterconnecT (eg DORA, MiFID II, SOX, ISO22301). Strong knowledge of technology architecture principles and how they intersect with risk and resilience objectives. Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders, gaining alignment across Risk, Compliance, and Technology leadership teams. Experience working across the three lines of defence, partnering with Risk, Compliance, and Architecture Governance functions. Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex architectural and risk concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Skills Prior experience in operational resilience, technology risk, or enterprise architecture within financial services. Familiarity with enterprise architecture and control frameworks (TOGAF, SABSA, NIST). Hands-on experience with resilience testing, RCSA, or control design . Exposure to GRC tooling ecosystems such as MetricStream, ServiceNow GRC, or Archer. Background in consulting or transformation programmes , particularly around risk and compliance integration. Understanding of automation, metrics, and control assurance tooling . Overview: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operational Risk & Resilience Architect to join Thebes Group , supporting a major financial institution in defining and delivering its next-generation risk and resilience architecture. This strategic and hands-on role combines architectural strategy, GRC enablement, and stakeholder influence . You'll be responsible for assessing the current ecosystem, designing the target-state architecture, and shaping a pragmatic transformation roadmap that connects technology, controls, and business outcomes. Working across Risk, Compliance, and Technology, you'll ensure that resilience, control effectiveness, and governance are Embedded into every layer of the organisation's operating model. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the credibility, confidence, and influence to bring diverse senior stakeholders together behind a unified architectural vision - turning regulatory and risk requirements into practical, measurable design outcomes that enhance organisational resilience. Role & Responsibilities: Architecture & Target State Design Assess the current ( as-is ) architectural landscape and define a clear, actionable ( to-be ) target state. Map the transformation journey - immediate improvements, medium-term priorities, and long-term strategic objectives. Develop architectural blueprints that align technology solutions with enterprise goals, regulatory expectations, and resilience outcomes. Risk & Resilience Framework Design Design and implement enterprise-level operational resilience frameworks aligned to DORA, PRA SS1/21, ISO22301, and related standards. Define and document risk control architectures , ensuring processes, technologies, and controls align with risk appetite and governance requirements. Develop and maintain control taxonomies , impact tolerance metrics , and resilience testing methodologies . GRC & Control Integration Leverage experience with GRC tools and data models to integrate policies, controls, and standards within enterprise architectures. Connect regulatory compliance , operational risk , and technical controls into a cohesive architecture. Collaborate with Risk and Compliance to ensure consistent control application and traceability. Governance & Oversight Partner with Operational Risk , Compliance , and Architecture Governance teams to ensure consistent application of resilience and control principles. Support RCSA processes , control assessments , and governance reviews . Produce and present risk and resilience dashboards , reports, and architectural artefacts to senior stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Manage upwards - influencing senior stakeholders with clarity, credibility, and confidence. Build alignment across functions through a balanced and collaborative approach to change. Act as a trusted advisor, providing architectural insight that drives business confidence in transformation decisions. Importance of Influence: Beyond technical and architectural capability, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to influence through confidence and credibility - guiding senior stakeholders toward consensus and adoption of the architectural vision. They will not only design the path forward but bring others along with it. Outline Thebes Group: Thebes Group is a leading UK wide IT infrastructure technology consultancy. We are well-known for our extensive talent pool of highly competent IT professionals and exclusive Academy programmes, which provide a great opportunity to undertake technical training in core disciplines. Thebes work with a number of leading vendors, Government, financial institutions and insurance companies including investment banks, brokers and hedge funds. Thebes does IT solutions & services differently from most other IT service providers. As an Assured Outcome Provider (AOP) we have spent fifteen years willingly sharing the client's risk with them by focusing on outputs (ie quality service & solutions and ROI) rather than inputs (ie pricelists and headcount). We do this by fitting our skills, solutions & capabilities to needs, augmenting our staff with enthusiastic professionals from our Academy programme and remaining flexible as our clients' needs change.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment (CUPA)
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Tech Lead Salary: 49,000 - 65,500 Location: Cambridge, Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week) The Tech Lead at Cambridge University Press and Assessment plays a pivotal role in driving technical excellence and strategic execution within a multi-stakeholder environment. By providing technical leadership across the full technology stack, the Tech Lead, in collaboration with the architecture team ensures systems are designed for maintainability, extensibility, and long-term success. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the Tech Lead Role We are seeking a Technical Lead to provide strategic technical leadership across our modernisation programme. In this role, you will design and deliver high-quality, scalable, and resilient applications that align with business goals while ensuring systems are built for long-term maintainability and adaptability. You will balance rapid delivery with architectural vision, driving innovation, automation, and performance improvements across the technology stack. As a key leader, you will shape our cloud-native architecture, guide best practices, and mentor engineering teams to raise standards of quality, security, and resilience. You'll work closely with Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and cross-functional teams to align technical decisions with business outcomes, while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. This is a pivotal opportunity to architect solutions that support the organisation's growth and transformation. From migrating core systems to the cloud and optimising CI/CD pipelines, to embedding security and scalability into every design decision, you'll play a critical role in evolving our platforms. You'll also help modernise legacy systems, explore emerging technologies, and ensure our platforms can meet the demands of the future. If you are passionate about building resilient, future-ready systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. About You You are a seasoned technical leader with the ability to balance strategic vision and hands-on expertise. You thrive in complex environments, ensuring architectural consistency, high-quality engineering, and alignment across global delivery teams. With a deep understanding of cloud-native systems, microservices, and modern delivery practices, you drive scalable solutions that meet business objectives while enabling teams to excel. You're also a strong mentor and collaborator, passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering innovation. Proven ability to define and enforce technical best practices across multi-team environments. Expertise in designing resilient, high-performance solutions and partnering with architects and Technical Leads to ensure scalability and maintainability. Strong knowledge of microservices, cloud deployments, and integration patterns to guide technology choices that support long-term objectives. Proficiency in AWS, Azure, and GCP with expertise in leveraging cloud-native services for compute, storage, and databases. Skilled at working with Delivery Leads, Product Owners, and Managers to ensure technical initiatives align with delivery milestones and business needs. Ability to refine technical requirements for clarity, efficiency, and execution. Experience supporting both onshore and offshore development teams, driving collaboration, knowledge sharing, and seamless integration. Leadership in code reviews, continuous improvement, and best practice adoption to maintain high engineering standards. Strong expertise in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and deployment strategies to optimise delivery efficiency and reliability. Knowledge of security frameworks and governance standards, ensuring robust and compliant solutions. Skilled in identifying and resolving bottlenecks, dependencies, and blockers impacting delivery timelines. Proficient in troubleshooting, debugging, and optimising performance for resilient, stable systems. Experience collaborating with Delivery Managers to proactively manage risks around scalability, security, and technical debt. Experienced in mentoring and leading teams, cultivating a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Strong stakeholder management skills, effectively bridging technical teams, delivery stakeholders, and partner organisations. Proven track record in recruitment, training, and upskilling, building high-performing teams for long-term success. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. If you choose to apply, please include a short cover letter with your application, making sure you specify you are applying for this vacancy. We look forward to hearing from you. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 3rd October. Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 6th October. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Tech Lead
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Tech Lead Salary: 49,000 - 65,500 Location: Cambridge, Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week) The Tech Lead at Cambridge University Press and Assessment plays a pivotal role in driving technical excellence and strategic execution within a multi-stakeholder environment. By providing technical leadership across the full technology stack, the Tech Lead, in collaboration with the architecture team ensures systems are designed for maintainability, extensibility, and long-term success. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the Tech Lead Role We are seeking a Technical Lead to provide strategic technical leadership across our modernisation programme. In this role, you will design and deliver high-quality, scalable, and resilient applications that align with business goals while ensuring systems are built for long-term maintainability and adaptability. You will balance rapid delivery with architectural vision, driving innovation, automation, and performance improvements across the technology stack. As a key leader, you will shape our cloud-native architecture, guide best practices, and mentor engineering teams to raise standards of quality, security, and resilience. You'll work closely with Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and cross-functional teams to align technical decisions with business outcomes, while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. This is a pivotal opportunity to architect solutions that support the organisation's growth and transformation. From migrating core systems to the cloud and optimising CI/CD pipelines, to embedding security and scalability into every design decision, you'll play a critical role in evolving our platforms. You'll also help modernise legacy systems, explore emerging technologies, and ensure our platforms can meet the demands of the future. If you are passionate about building resilient, future-ready systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. About You You are a seasoned technical leader with the ability to balance strategic vision and hands-on expertise. You thrive in complex environments, ensuring architectural consistency, high-quality engineering, and alignment across global delivery teams. With a deep understanding of cloud-native systems, microservices, and modern delivery practices, you drive scalable solutions that meet business objectives while enabling teams to excel. You're also a strong mentor and collaborator, passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering innovation. Proven ability to define and enforce technical best practices across multi-team environments. Expertise in designing resilient, high-performance solutions and partnering with architects and Technical Leads to ensure scalability and maintainability. Strong knowledge of microservices, cloud deployments, and integration patterns to guide technology choices that support long-term objectives. Proficiency in AWS, Azure, and GCP with expertise in leveraging cloud-native services for compute, storage, and databases. Skilled at working with Delivery Leads, Product Owners, and Managers to ensure technical initiatives align with delivery milestones and business needs. Ability to refine technical requirements for clarity, efficiency, and execution. Experience supporting both onshore and offshore development teams, driving collaboration, knowledge sharing, and seamless integration. Leadership in code reviews, continuous improvement, and best practice adoption to maintain high engineering standards. Strong expertise in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and deployment strategies to optimise delivery efficiency and reliability. Knowledge of security frameworks and governance standards, ensuring robust and compliant solutions. Skilled in identifying and resolving bottlenecks, dependencies, and blockers impacting delivery timelines. Proficient in troubleshooting, debugging, and optimising performance for resilient, stable systems. Experience collaborating with Delivery Managers to proactively manage risks around scalability, security, and technical debt. Experienced in mentoring and leading teams, cultivating a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Strong stakeholder management skills, effectively bridging technical teams, delivery stakeholders, and partner organisations. Proven track record in recruitment, training, and upskilling, building high-performing teams for long-term success. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. If you choose to apply, please include a short cover letter with your application, making sure you specify you are applying for this vacancy. We look forward to hearing from you. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 3rd October. Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 6th October. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Tech Lead
Senior Architect - API Hybrid This is a career-defining role for an architect who wants to make a real impact . You'll join an innovative architecture team at the forefront of AI adoption, platform modernisation, and API-led transformation within the insurance industry. As Senior Architect , you'll provide technical leadership on complex, business-critical systems - guiding the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions. Your expertise will be key to driving a shift towards services-based architectures , automation through APIs , and asynchronous, event-driven integration models . What You'll Do Shape and execute architectural strategies and roadmaps aligned to a major enterprise transformation programme. Champion an API-first design approach , guiding the development and governance of services-based architectures and reusable integration patterns. Define and evolve event-driven architectures and messaging strategies to power automation and connectivity across the enterprise. Provide technical leadership for large-scale, complex applications - from conceptual design to performance optimisation. Influence strategic decisions across cloud-native , SaaS , and on-premises environments. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and other architects to ensure alignment with business objectives. Support proof-of-concepts, vendor evaluations, and the introduction of new technologies into the architecture landscape. What We're Looking For Extensive experience in enterprise and solution architecture , ideally within large-scale, regulated environments. Proven track record designing API-centric solutions (REST, SOAP, GraphQL) and implementing event-driven patterns . Strong understanding of integration architectures , microservices , and services-based delivery models . Solid knowledge of Java, .NET, SQL, and SOA environments, plus experience with modern frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, etc.). Hands-on experience with Middleware technologies (WebSphere, JBoss, Datapower) and cloud-native platforms . Familiarity with SaaS platforms and asynchronous messaging solutions. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Insurance or financial services experience (including London Market) is a plus. Why Join? Shape the architectural direction of a major digital transformation programme . Work with the latest AI, automation, and API technologies in a global business. Collaborate with a forward-thinking, supportive architecture community. Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model and a comprehensive rewards package. Senior Architect - API Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Senior Architect - API Hybrid This is a career-defining role for an architect who wants to make a real impact . You'll join an innovative architecture team at the forefront of AI adoption, platform modernisation, and API-led transformation within the insurance industry. As Senior Architect , you'll provide technical leadership on complex, business-critical systems - guiding the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions. Your expertise will be key to driving a shift towards services-based architectures , automation through APIs , and asynchronous, event-driven integration models . What You'll Do Shape and execute architectural strategies and roadmaps aligned to a major enterprise transformation programme. Champion an API-first design approach , guiding the development and governance of services-based architectures and reusable integration patterns. Define and evolve event-driven architectures and messaging strategies to power automation and connectivity across the enterprise. Provide technical leadership for large-scale, complex applications - from conceptual design to performance optimisation. Influence strategic decisions across cloud-native , SaaS , and on-premises environments. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and other architects to ensure alignment with business objectives. Support proof-of-concepts, vendor evaluations, and the introduction of new technologies into the architecture landscape. What We're Looking For Extensive experience in enterprise and solution architecture , ideally within large-scale, regulated environments. Proven track record designing API-centric solutions (REST, SOAP, GraphQL) and implementing event-driven patterns . Strong understanding of integration architectures , microservices , and services-based delivery models . Solid knowledge of Java, .NET, SQL, and SOA environments, plus experience with modern frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, etc.). Hands-on experience with Middleware technologies (WebSphere, JBoss, Datapower) and cloud-native platforms . Familiarity with SaaS platforms and asynchronous messaging solutions. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Insurance or financial services experience (including London Market) is a plus. Why Join? Shape the architectural direction of a major digital transformation programme . Work with the latest AI, automation, and API technologies in a global business. Collaborate with a forward-thinking, supportive architecture community. Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model and a comprehensive rewards package. Senior Architect - API Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
