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Technical Delivery Manager, Azure, hands on, A leading provider of professional and managed services is seeking a solid hand on and Technical lead in Azure to help drive forward this key business area. This is a senior, client facing role, responsible for leading the team of technical consultants and SME'S, who are focused on delivering predominantly Microsoft cloud infrastructure, network and security solutions to our customers. The Role: Provide hands on technical leadership across the end-to-end project life cycle (discovery, workshops, design, build, test, implementation, and deployment), ensuring secure, high-quality outcomes and predictable delivery Hold overall accountability for technical quality and governance on Infrastructure workstreams, ensuring the right SMEs/architects are engaged, designs are reviewed, risks are understood, and solutions meet security, compliance, and operational requirements Ensure that both you and your team's projects are delivered effectively and are meeting quality and time targets Proactively escalate and manage risk of overruns with the PMO function and collaborate with Project Managers in resource planning ensuring the team is fully utilised. Contribute to post-project reviews, lessons learned and CSI meetings and help identify improvements in how services are delivered and consumed Perform peer review of pre-sales outputs in timely manner Evolve technical offerings and services, identifying new products and solutions Drive repeatable delivery through standards, templates, and automation (eg, PowerShell), improving quality, speed, and consistency across client engagements Drive efficiency in project delivery through the adoption of repeatable processes and automation. Ensure AI adoption is at the core of our service evolution Be a visible team leader and model core behaviours Ensure the team members have clear objectives and hold them accountable for their deliverables to be able to achieve project and utilisation targets Regularly assess the team's capacity to ensure effective utilisation and resource planning Effectively manage employee life cycle processes such as onboarding, probation, absence reviews, regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews. Set standards and guard the correct adherence to the business-wide processes and ensure accountability Develop strong workplace morale by promoting and building professional and social connections across the business Skills: Experience of line managing technical team of senior delivery engineers Experience in designing and implementing Microsoft solutions for external customers Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure architecture, administration, security, and governance Strong understanding of governance, security, and compliance controls Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Fluent English The team is responsible for the design and delivery of Cloud and on-prem infrastructure services, with particular focus on: Microsoft Azure compute: VMs, App services and functions, Azure networking (Firewalls, VPNs, connectivity), and hybrid connectivity, Security and governance: Azure policy, Defender for Cloud, Azure Management: ARM, Bicep, Azure monitor and log analytics, FortiGate networking and security Technical Delivery Manager, Azure, hands on, McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Principal Network Architect | Segment Routing | SRv6 Berkshire | Hybrid | Contract | Outside IR35 Tier 1 Service Provider | SRv6 | IPv6 | MPLS | Segment Routing | Network Architecture | Cisco NSO Role Principal Network Architect, Network Architect, SRv6 Architect, IP Transport Architect, Service Provider Architect, MPLS Architect, IPv6 Architect, Segment Routing Architect Key Skills Principal Network Architect, SRv6, Segment Routing, IPv6, MPLS, Carrier Networks, Tier 1 Service Provider, IP Transport Networks, Network Architecture, High Level Design, Migration Strategy, Cisco NSO, Cisco Crosswork, BGP, IS-IS, EVPN, VXLAN, Network Automation, NETCONF, REST APIs, YANG, Python, Ansible, Transport Networks, Architecture Governance. Location Hybrid | Berkshire Office & Home based Type Temporary, Contract, Full-Time Status Contract for services. Outside IR35 Duration 24 months minimum Overview is recruiting for an experienced contract Principal Network/SRv6 Architect to lead the design and evolution of a next-generation carrier-grade IP transport network for a leading Tier 1 telecommunications provider. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future architecture of a national network, defining the transition from Legacy MPLS technologies to a highly automated SRv6-based transport platform supporting fixed, mobile, enterprise, cloud and data centre services. Working alongside architecture, engineering, operations and technology partners, you'll own the strategic network architecture, establish technical standards and produce the architectural blueprints that will underpin a major transformation programme. Purpose Design the future-state architecture for a large-scale IP transport network built around Segment Routing over IPv6 (SRv6), delivering a scalable, resilient and automation-first platform capable of supporting the next generation of telecommunications services. Lead the architectural direction of the programme, producing the HLD designs, migration strategy and technical governance required to successfully transform a national carrier network. Technology Stack * Core Network * SRv6 * Segment Routing * IPv4/IPv6 * MPLS * Carrier IP Transport * BGP * IS-IS * EVPN * Architecture & Design * High Level Design (HLD) * Low Level Design (LLD) * Network Architecture * Migration Strategy * Technical Governance * Network Automation * Cisco NSO * Cisco Crosswork * Python * Ansible * NETCONF/REST APIs * YANG * Modern Infrastructure * Network Telemetry * Cloud Networking * Virtualisation * Kubernetes * VMware * OpenStack Core Activity * Design next-generation SRv6 transport networks. * Define carrier IP architecture and technical standards. * Lead MPLS to SRv6 migration strategy. * Produce High Level Designs (HLD) and architectural documentation. * Define network automation architecture. * Provide technical leadership across architecture and engineering teams. * Review designs and ensure architectural governance. * Work closely with vendors, operations and delivery teams. * Shape long-term transport network strategy. Responsibilities * Own the end-to-end architecture for a carrier-grade IP transport network supporting fixed, mobile, enterprise and cloud services. * Define the target SRv6 architecture, ensuring the platform is scalable, resilient and automation-ready. * Produce High Level Design documentation and architectural standards to support engineering delivery. * Develop the migration strategy for transitioning from Legacy MPLS technologies to SRv6 with minimal operational risk. * Assess Cisco NSO and Cisco Crosswork capabilities to support orchestration, automation and life cycle management. * Define underlay network requirements to support future overlay services and transport capabilities. * Produce architecture blueprints describing integration with OSS/BSS platforms and northbound APIs. * Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, product management and vendors throughout the programme life cycle. * Provide architectural governance, technical leadership and design assurance across all phases of delivery. * Champion automation-first principles and modern network engineering best practice. Deliverables * Private IP Architecture * SRv6 Target Architecture * Skeleton High Level Design (HLD) * Cisco NSO/Cisco Crosswork Assessment * Underlay Requirements Specification * Northbound Integration Blueprint * Release 1 Technical Scope * Delivery & Migration Roadmap * Migration Strategy Working Environment * Hybrid Working * Tier 1 Service Provider * Carrier-Grade Transport Networks * Large-Scale Network Transformation * Multi-Vendor Environment * Cross-Functional Architecture Teams * Agile Delivery * Automation-First Engineering * Enterprise IP Networking Candidate Profile Candidates must possess extensive experience designing and governing large-scale IP transport networks within a Tier 1 telecommunications environment. You'll have a proven track record of defining strategic network architectures, leading complex transformation programmes and producing the technical deliverables required to successfully migrate carrier networks from MPLS to SRv6. You'll be recognised as a senior technical authority, capable of influencing stakeholders, leading architectural decisions and delivering scalable network designs that will support future service growth. Essential * Tier 1 Service Provider experience * Commercial SRv6 architecture * Segment Routing * IPv6 * MPLS/SR-MPLS * Carrier IP Transport Networks * High Level Design (HLD) * Migration Strategy * Architecture Governance * BGP/IS-IS * Technical Leadership * Stakeholder Management Desirable * Cisco NSO * Cisco Crosswork Network Controller * EVPN/VXLAN * Python * Ansible * NETCONF * REST APIs * YANG/OpenConfig * OSS/BSS Integration * TM Forum APIs * Network Telemetry * Kubernetes * TOGAF * CCIE Service Provider * JNCIE-SP Key Traits * Strategic Thinker * Technical Leader * Influential Communicator * Commercially Aware * Collaborative * Analytical * Delivery Focused * Pragmatic * Innovative * Passionate About Network Architecture : uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.

Security Solutions Architect London Hybrid A leading global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Security Solutions Architect to join its Architecture function, shaping and delivering secure, resilient technology solutions across a complex enterprise environment. The Role You will be responsible for designing and governing security architecture across a range of strategic technology initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure by design, scalable, and aligned to business and regulatory requirements. Working closely with architecture, engineering, and delivery teams, you will produce high-level designs, conduct threat modelling and risk assessments, and provide architectural leadership throughout project lifecycles. Key Responsibilities Develop high-level security architecture and solution designs for enterprise technology initiatives. Evaluate emerging technologies and security tooling, providing recommendations and business justification. Conduct threat modelling, security risk assessments, and secure-by-design reviews. Define security controls, network architectures, and data flow models for internal and external integrations. Provide technical guidance to engineering, testing, and delivery teams during implementation. Contribute to security roadmaps, standards, policies, and architectural best practices. Engage with senior stakeholders across technology and business functions. About You Proven experience as a Security Architect, Solutions Architect, or Security Design Lead within a complex enterprise environment. Strong background across multiple security domains, including Identity & Access Management, SIEM, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Security, Application Security, Network Security, and Privileged Access Management. Experience designing security solutions across cloud, infrastructure, networking, automation, containerisation, and end-user technology environments. Strong understanding of networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, secure remote access, and data transfer solutions. Demonstrated experience producing architecture documentation and presenting solutions to governance and design authorities. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills. Desirable Qualifications CISSP or equivalent security architecture certification. Cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, or similar). Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, AWS Security Specialty, or related credentials. What's on Offer Opportunity to influence security strategy within a highly regulated, mission-critical environment. Exposure to complex global technology programmes. Collaborative and innovative culture with strong investment in technology and security. Apply Now to avoid disappointment! 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

Essential Roles & Responsibilities Diagnose and resolve complex incidents across SDWAN, WAN, LAN/WLAN, VPN/SASE, and load-balancing platforms, ensuring compliance with financial services regulations Implement network configuration changes using approved templates and security baselines, maintaining audit trails Validate device configurations, firmware posture, and compliance with golden standards and sector-specific requirements Support onboarding of new sites/services using Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) and Infrastructure-as-Code pipelines Manage routing policies, QoS, wireless performance tuning, and load balancer configuration updates Collaborate with vendor management teams on escalated transport or device issues, ensuring regulatory requirements are met Contribute to CMDB enrichment through topology validation and asset reconciliation Support automated impact assessments and change risk analysis, with a focus on operational resilience Participate in continuous service improvement (CSI) initiatives, such as monitoring optimisation and capacity analysis Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Level 2 engineers Financial Services & Regulatory Compliance Ensure all network operations adhere to financial services regulations and frameworks (e.g., FCA, PRA, DORA, ISO 27001, SOC) Maintain documentation and audit trails for all changes, incidents, and compliance activities Support risk assessments, compliance reviews, and operational audits as required Integrate regulatory requirements and security controls into network designs and operations Governance & Reporting Maintain accurate incident, request, and change records in ServiceNow Produce and present operational reports, dashboards, and summaries for internal and customer stakeholders, highlighting compliance, risk management, and performance Support governance initiatives including process improvement, risk analysis, and post-implementation reviews Key Skills Advanced routing & switching (BGP/OSPF, ACLs, NAT) SDWAN technologies (e.g. Fortinet, Cisco) Wireless LAN operations and performance tuning Familiarity with F5 or equivalent load-balancing platforms Exposure to automation or scripting (Python, Terraform, Ansible) Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Experience with network compliance, configuration management, and infrastructure documentation Familiarity with automation frameworks and CI/CD for network configuration (Python, Terraform, Ansible) Behavioural Competencies - Organisational & Behavioural Fit Essential: 4+ years' hands-on experience in network engineering, including advanced support and implementation for regulated/financial environments Strong understanding of network principles, design, operational environments, and compliance requirements Proven experience with complex incident resolution, change management, and performance optimisation Experience with data centre network technologies, cloud and security services (Azure, AWS, Load Balancing, DNS) Effective under pressure; strong written and verbal communication Familiarity with ITSM workflows, SDWAN/VPN concepts, and ServiceNow SASE management (Fortinet / Netskope) Fluent written and spoken English is essential. The role requires the ability to produce audit ready documentation and communicate confidently with senior and executive level stakeholders Highly Desirable: Experience in managed service or telecom environments, especially for financial services clients Hands-on provisioning/troubleshooting with Voice technologies (Avaya, Cisco Call Manager) Relevant certifications (CCNP, Fortinet NSE5/7, Meraki ECMS2, F5) Experience with SolarWinds, Infoblox, Zero-Touch Deployment, automation tools Critical Competencies - General Fit Personal Attributes: Technical leader and mentor, passionate about advanced troubleshooting and optimisation Strong compliance and risk awareness, with attention to regulatory detail Shift & Working Pattern: Standard business hours, with participation in an oncall rota as required Occasional weekend engineering coverage will be required, typically limited to a small number of planned weekends per year, to support business continuity, resilience testing, or disaster recovery activities

Head of Treasury & Risk Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: 100,000 - 120,000 + Bonus + Equity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Head of Treasury & Risk to join a rapidly expanding, investor-backed organisation operating at the forefront of AI and digital infrastructure. With significant growth across Europe and North America, the business is seeking its first dedicated treasury leader to establish and develop a best-in-class treasury function. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will play a critical role in overseeing liquidity, funding, banking relationships and financial risk management while supporting the company's ambitious expansion plans and long-term readiness for a public market event. The Opportunity: As the treasury lead, you will be responsible for implementing the frameworks, controls and processes required to support a fast-growing international business operating across multiple legal entities and currencies. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure strong cash management, effective risk mitigation and scalable treasury operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead group-wide cash management and liquidity planning activities. Develop and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts to support strategic decision-making. Manage treasury operations across multiple currencies, including GBP, EUR and USD. Review and enhance cash deployment strategies, including short-term investment solutions. Monitor and manage financial risks relating to foreign exchange, interest rates and liquidity. Design and implement appropriate hedging strategies where required. Act as the primary point of contact for banking partners, overseeing account structures, mandates and payment governance. Support debt financing activities across both corporate and project funding facilities. Oversee lender communications, covenant compliance and financing reporting requirements. Establish treasury policies, control frameworks and governance procedures. Build scalable treasury infrastructure aligned to future listed-company standards and regulatory requirements. Produce insightful treasury reporting for executive leadership, investors and Board stakeholders. About You: You are a technically strong treasury professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys creating processes, controls and structure where none currently exist. You combine analytical capability with commercial awareness and are comfortable working closely with senior decision-makers. Proven experience within a corporate treasury environment. Professional treasury qualification (ACT/AMCT) and/or accounting or finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA. Proven experience managing international cash positions and multi-currency exposures. Solid understanding of treasury operations, liquidity management and investment of surplus funds. Experience developing treasury frameworks, policies and controls within evolving organisations. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced business. What's in It for You? Competitive salary, bonus and equity package. Hybrid working model with a London base. Rare opportunity to establish and develop a treasury function from its inception. Significant exposure to executive stakeholders and strategic decision-making. The chance to contribute to the growth journey of one of the most exciting digital infrastructure platforms globally.

FP&A Manager London Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Bonus + Equity Opportunities like this don't come around often. We're partnering with a rapidly scaling, investor-backed AI infrastructure company that's building the next generation of digital infrastructure required to support the explosive growth of artificial intelligence. Following significant external investment and international expansion, the business is entering a pivotal stage of its growth journey and is seeking its first dedicated FP&A Manager. Operating across multiple countries and preparing for substantial future growth, the company is creating the finance infrastructure needed to support a world-class organisation. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, work directly with senior leadership, and help build the financial planning capability that will underpin the business for years to come. The Opportunity: As the first dedicated FP&A professional in the organisation, you'll play a critical role in shaping how the business forecasts, allocates capital, measures performance and supports strategic decision-making. This is not a traditional FP&A role where processes are already established.You'll have the opportunity to design the forecasting framework, reporting cadence and financial models from the ground up while partnering closely with the CFO, VP Finance and wider leadership team. The environment is fast-moving, ambitious and highly entrepreneurial, with significant investment being deployed into large-scale infrastructure projects across multiple jurisdictions. What You'll Be Responsibl e For: Financial Planning & Forec asting Owning rolling cash flow forecasting and short-term liquidity planning. Leading monthly and quarterly forecasting and reforecasting processes. Providing visibility on cash runway, burn rate and funding requirements. Supporting strategic planning and capital allocation decisions. Commercial Analysis & Business Perfo rmance Delivering insightful variance analysis and performance reporting. Identifying key business drivers, trends and risks. Partnering with operational and finance teams to improve decision-making. Presenting financial insights to senior leadership and investors Financial Modelling Building and maintaining robust operational and financial models. Evaluating the impact of major investment decisions, financing arrangements and growth initiatives Supporting business cases, scenario planning and strategic projects Ensuring forecasts are aligned with accounting and reporting requirements. Building the Function Designing FP&A processes, reporting frameworks and controls Supporting finance transformation and systems implementation projects Helping establish a best-in-class finance function capable of supporting a future public company environment. Creating scalable processes that can grow alongside the business. Candidate Requirements: We're looking for an ambitious, commercially minded finance professional who enjoys building, improving and challenging established thinking. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Strong FP&A, commercial finance or strategic finance experience. Excellent forecasting, budgeting and cash flow planning skills Advanced financial modelling capability. Experience operating within complex, multi-entity organisations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders. A proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a high-growth environment. Why Join? Join one of the most exciting and fastest-growing businesses within the global AI ecosystem. Work directly with an experienced executive leadership team. Build an FP&A function from the ground up and leave a lasting impact. Gain exposure to complex financing, large-scale investment projects and international growth. Fast-track your career within a business experiencing exceptional expansion. Receive a highly competitive compensation package, including bonus and equity participation. Be part of a company helping to build the infrastructure behind the future of artificial intelligence.

Senior IT Technician required by my midlands client. Our client is seeking an experienced Senior IT Technician to take ownership of the IT environment across multiple UK sites, supporting approximately 120 users. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud services, vendor management, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the Group's IT infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments. Ensure high availability, performance, resilience, and security of all IT systems. Lead cybersecurity initiatives including MFA, endpoint protection, patching, and vulnerability management. Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Exchange Online, and Windows Server environments. Oversee networking infrastructure including firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, Wi-Fi, and site connectivity. Maintain and test backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes. Provide 2nd/3rd line support and act as the senior escalation point for infrastructure issues. Manage third-party IT suppliers, licensing, contracts, and hardware procurement. Deliver infrastructure projects including migrations, upgrades, and network refresh programmes. Support ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing technology integrations. Develop IT documentation, policies, asset management, and governance controls. Communicate technical risks and investment requirements to senior leadership in a clear, commercial manner. Requirements 5+ years' experience in hands-on IT infrastructure roles. Strong expertise in Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server, Active Directory, networking, and cybersecurity. Experience managing backup and disaster recovery solutions and virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V). Proven track record delivering IT infrastructure and transformation projects. Knowledge of Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001, and security best practices. Experience with ERP/MRP environments is advantageous. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or ITIL Foundation are desirable. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between UK sites. Personal Attributes Strong leadership and ownership mindset. Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence. Results-driven with a passion for continuous improvement. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Collaborative approach with the ability to influence at all levels of the business. Excellent communication skills and in a commutable distance from Walsall. THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive IT professional to shape and modernise a growing organisation's technology landscape while supporting business growth, operational excellence, and cybersecurity maturity.