hackajob is collaborating with Barclays to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join us as a Jira and Confluence Enablement Engineer at Barclays where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences. To be successful as a Jira and Confluence Enablement Engineer you should have experience with: Administrating Jira and Confluence data Troubleshooting Problem solving, incident response and handling Customer experience Other highly valued skills include: Groovy scripting Atlassian qualification Regulatory financial experience Awareness of AWS infrastructure, EC2 Chef, Deployment Tools, GitOps This role will be based out of our Knutsford campus. Purpose of the role To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. Analyst Expectations To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. Partner with other functions and business areas. Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation. Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function. Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail. Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information. Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Barclays to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join us as a Jira and Confluence Enablement Engineer at Barclays where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences. To be successful as a Jira and Confluence Enablement Engineer you should have experience with: Administrating Jira and Confluence data Troubleshooting Problem solving, incident response and handling Customer experience Other highly valued skills include: Groovy scripting Atlassian qualification Regulatory financial experience Awareness of AWS infrastructure, EC2 Chef, Deployment Tools, GitOps This role will be based out of our Knutsford campus. Purpose of the role To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. Analyst Expectations To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. Partner with other functions and business areas. Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation. Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function. Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail. Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information. Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Technical Lead - USA Tech Team Overall Ambition Solve some of today's most complex hospitality challenges by creating innovative, scalable technology using a modern, open technology stack. Lead engineering teams that deliver reliable, high-performing solutions which improve the experience of our customers and Nandocas while enabling Nando's continued growth across the USA. What We're Looking For We're looking for an experienced Technical Lead to join our passionate, lean, agile, fast-growing and evolving technology team on a permanent basis. You'll be a hands-on technical leader who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, building highly scalable distributed systems and helping engineers grow. You'll combine technical excellence with strong leadership, enabling teams to deliver high-quality software whilst continuously improving engineering practices. Working closely with Product Managers, Engineers, Architects and business stakeholders, you'll shape technical direction, support delivery and ensure we're building solutions that create meaningful value for both our customers and Nandocas. Living the Nando's Values As a Nandoca, you'll embody the values that make Nando's unique. Pride - Take ownership of complex technical challenges, maintain high engineering standards and consistently deliver quality outcomes. Passion - Bring curiosity, enthusiasm and energy to solving customer problems while helping others succeed. Courage - Challenge existing approaches, embrace change and make informed technical decisions, even in uncertain environments. Integrity - Build trust through honesty, transparency and accountability in everything you do. Family - Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where individuals feel supported, respected and empowered to do their best work. These values shape how we work together, make decisions and build technology that moves Nando's forward. The Role As a Technical Lead, you'll provide technical leadership across one of our USA digital product domains, helping deliver scalable, resilient and maintainable software that supports Nando's expansion into the US market. You'll remain hands-on while providing architectural guidance, mentoring engineers, driving technical excellence and ensuring your team delivers high-quality software at pace. You'll work closely with Product Managers to shape technical roadmaps, translate business requirements into scalable solutions and balance long-term technical strategy with day-to-day delivery. You'll champion engineering best practices including automation, testing, observability, security, operational excellence and AI-assisted software development, creating an environment where engineers can do their best work. About the USA Tech Team Our mission is to bring the same exceptional digital experience enjoyed by customers across the UK and Ireland to customers throughout the USA. Our engineering teams work across the entire customer digital ecosystem, including: Locate - Helping customers and third-party platforms discover restaurant capabilities. Menu - Delivering rich digital menu experiences across every ordering channel. Payments - Powering secure, reliable payment experiences throughout our ecommerce journeys. Orders - Processing and tracking customer orders from checkout through to restaurant fulfilment. Loyalty - Rewarding customers through engaging loyalty experiences and integrations. Identity - Providing secure authentication and customer identity services. Frontend Applications - Delivering seamless experiences across web and mobile platforms. Working across these domains, you'll help build scalable APIs, backend services and frontend integrations that support millions of customer interactions while enabling rapid business growth. You'll collaborate closely with other Customer Digital teams to design elegant technical solutions, integrate multiple systems and deliver highly resilient, high-throughput platforms. Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a cross-functional engineering team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous improvement. Define technical direction and solution architecture for complex distributed systems. Partner with Product Managers and stakeholders to prioritise work and align technical delivery with business goals. Remain hands-on, contributing to software design, architecture, code reviews and complex engineering initiatives. Champion engineering excellence through modern development practices, testing, automation and continuous delivery. Drive improvements in platform reliability, scalability, security and operational performance. Promote observability, monitoring and operational ownership across the engineering lifecycle. Support engineers through mentoring, coaching and technical leadership. Collaborate with architecture, platform and security teams to ensure alignment across the wider technology organisation. Build strong relationships with third-party technology partners and internal stakeholders. Encourage adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices where they improve developer productivity and software quality. Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience leading software engineering teams within Agile environments. Strong hands-on software engineering background designing and building distributed systems. Experience architecting cloud-native applications using modern engineering practices. Strong understanding of microservices, APIs and event-driven architectures. Experience balancing technical strategy with product delivery. Excellent communication, mentoring and stakeholder management skills. Experience integrating internal platforms with third-party services. Strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, resilience and security. Passion for coaching engineers and building high-performing teams. Experience embracing AI-assisted software development as part of modern engineering practices. Desirable Experience with Rust, Golang and/or TypeScript. Experience building Backend for Frontend (BFF) services. Experience with React, React Native and Next.js. Experience working with Google Cloud Platform. Experience with Kubernetes, Cloud Run, GitOps and modern deployment practices. Experience using Vercel or similar frontend deployment platforms. Experience supporting international or multi-region products. Previous experience working within ecommerce or high-traffic customer-facing platforms. Technology Stack Languages: Rust, Golang, TypeScript Architecture: Microservices, Backend for Frontend (BFF) Frontend: React, React Native, Next.js Cloud & Platform: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Kubernetes, Cloud Run, GitOps, Vercel Engineering Practices: CI/CD, Automated Testing, Observability, Distributed Systems, AI-Assisted Development Everyone is Welcome At Nando's, everyone is welcome. Inspired by our Southern African heritage, we know and value the richness that diversity brings to Nando's. We're committed to creating an inclusive and respectful culture for all, including our existing and future Nandocas, partners and suppliers, customers and the communities we are part of. We deliberately work hard to create an environment where every individual is valued, respected and can flourish regardless of who they are, their background or outlook on life. We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Technical Lead - USA Tech Team Overall Ambition Solve some of today's most complex hospitality challenges by creating innovative, scalable technology using a modern, open technology stack. Lead engineering teams that deliver reliable, high-performing solutions which improve the experience of our customers and Nandocas while enabling Nando's continued growth across the USA. What We're Looking For We're looking for an experienced Technical Lead to join our passionate, lean, agile, fast-growing and evolving technology team on a permanent basis. You'll be a hands-on technical leader who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, building highly scalable distributed systems and helping engineers grow. You'll combine technical excellence with strong leadership, enabling teams to deliver high-quality software whilst continuously improving engineering practices. Working closely with Product Managers, Engineers, Architects and business stakeholders, you'll shape technical direction, support delivery and ensure we're building solutions that create meaningful value for both our customers and Nandocas. Living the Nando's Values As a Nandoca, you'll embody the values that make Nando's unique. Pride - Take ownership of complex technical challenges, maintain high engineering standards and consistently deliver quality outcomes. Passion - Bring curiosity, enthusiasm and energy to solving customer problems while helping others succeed. Courage - Challenge existing approaches, embrace change and make informed technical decisions, even in uncertain environments. Integrity - Build trust through honesty, transparency and accountability in everything you do. Family - Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where individuals feel supported, respected and empowered to do their best work. These values shape how we work together, make decisions and build technology that moves Nando's forward. The Role As a Technical Lead, you'll provide technical leadership across one of our USA digital product domains, helping deliver scalable, resilient and maintainable software that supports Nando's expansion into the US market. You'll remain hands-on while providing architectural guidance, mentoring engineers, driving technical excellence and ensuring your team delivers high-quality software at pace. You'll work closely with Product Managers to shape technical roadmaps, translate business requirements into scalable solutions and balance long-term technical strategy with day-to-day delivery. You'll champion engineering best practices including automation, testing, observability, security, operational excellence and AI-assisted software development, creating an environment where engineers can do their best work. About the USA Tech Team Our mission is to bring the same exceptional digital experience enjoyed by customers across the UK and Ireland to customers throughout the USA. Our engineering teams work across the entire customer digital ecosystem, including: Locate - Helping customers and third-party platforms discover restaurant capabilities. Menu - Delivering rich digital menu experiences across every ordering channel. Payments - Powering secure, reliable payment experiences throughout our ecommerce journeys. Orders - Processing and tracking customer orders from checkout through to restaurant fulfilment. Loyalty - Rewarding customers through engaging loyalty experiences and integrations. Identity - Providing secure authentication and customer identity services. Frontend Applications - Delivering seamless experiences across web and mobile platforms. Working across these domains, you'll help build scalable APIs, backend services and frontend integrations that support millions of customer interactions while enabling rapid business growth. You'll collaborate closely with other Customer Digital teams to design elegant technical solutions, integrate multiple systems and deliver highly resilient, high-throughput platforms. Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a cross-functional engineering team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous improvement. Define technical direction and solution architecture for complex distributed systems. Partner with Product Managers and stakeholders to prioritise work and align technical delivery with business goals. Remain hands-on, contributing to software design, architecture, code reviews and complex engineering initiatives. Champion engineering excellence through modern development practices, testing, automation and continuous delivery. Drive improvements in platform reliability, scalability, security and operational performance. Promote observability, monitoring and operational ownership across the engineering lifecycle. Support engineers through mentoring, coaching and technical leadership. Collaborate with architecture, platform and security teams to ensure alignment across the wider technology organisation. Build strong relationships with third-party technology partners and internal stakeholders. Encourage adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices where they improve developer productivity and software quality. Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience leading software engineering teams within Agile environments. Strong hands-on software engineering background designing and building distributed systems. Experience architecting cloud-native applications using modern engineering practices. Strong understanding of microservices, APIs and event-driven architectures. Experience balancing technical strategy with product delivery. Excellent communication, mentoring and stakeholder management skills. Experience integrating internal platforms with third-party services. Strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, resilience and security. Passion for coaching engineers and building high-performing teams. Experience embracing AI-assisted software development as part of modern engineering practices. Desirable Experience with Rust, Golang and/or TypeScript. Experience building Backend for Frontend (BFF) services. Experience with React, React Native and Next.js. Experience working with Google Cloud Platform. Experience with Kubernetes, Cloud Run, GitOps and modern deployment practices. Experience using Vercel or similar frontend deployment platforms. Experience supporting international or multi-region products. Previous experience working within ecommerce or high-traffic customer-facing platforms. Technology Stack Languages: Rust, Golang, TypeScript Architecture: Microservices, Backend for Frontend (BFF) Frontend: React, React Native, Next.js Cloud & Platform: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Kubernetes, Cloud Run, GitOps, Vercel Engineering Practices: CI/CD, Automated Testing, Observability, Distributed Systems, AI-Assisted Development Everyone is Welcome At Nando's, everyone is welcome. Inspired by our Southern African heritage, we know and value the richness that diversity brings to Nando's. We're committed to creating an inclusive and respectful culture for all, including our existing and future Nandocas, partners and suppliers, customers and the communities we are part of. We deliberately work hard to create an environment where every individual is valued, respected and can flourish regardless of who they are, their background or outlook on life. We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process.
Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Front Office Commodities Technology Location: London Contract Length: 12 months Working Pattern: 3 days per week in the office - via Umbrella company Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge in the vibrant world of commodities technology? We are on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team! If you have a passion for driving projects to success and making an impact in the commodities sector, this is your chance to shine! About Us: Our client thrives on innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to excellence and our energetic team environment sets us apart in the industry. We're dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in commodities technology, and we want YOU to be a part of our journey! What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should bring: Experience: Project / Programme Management within Front Office Commodities Technology, delivering the full Software Development Lifecycle Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of front office systems, trade lifecycle, and commodities markets. Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences. Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred. What You'll Do: As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead transformative projects that shape the future of our front office operations. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery. Here's a glimpse of your responsibilities: Project Leadership: Spearhead multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and adherence to timelines. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and collaboration. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. Team Collaboration: Foster a positive and productive team environment, guiding your project team to success. Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular updates to senior management, showcasing project progress and performance metrics. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that drive real change in the commodities landscape. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and expertise. Professional Growth: Gain exposure to a variety of projects and expand your skillset in a fast-paced environment. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. Ready to Jump In? If you're excited about the opportunity to make a difference in commodities technology and meet the qualifications above, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of commodities technology! We can't wait to meet you! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Front Office Commodities Technology Location: London Contract Length: 12 months Working Pattern: 3 days per week in the office - via Umbrella company Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge in the vibrant world of commodities technology? We are on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team! If you have a passion for driving projects to success and making an impact in the commodities sector, this is your chance to shine! About Us: Our client thrives on innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to excellence and our energetic team environment sets us apart in the industry. We're dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in commodities technology, and we want YOU to be a part of our journey! What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should bring: Experience: Project / Programme Management within Front Office Commodities Technology, delivering the full Software Development Lifecycle Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of front office systems, trade lifecycle, and commodities markets. Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences. Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred. What You'll Do: As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead transformative projects that shape the future of our front office operations. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery. Here's a glimpse of your responsibilities: Project Leadership: Spearhead multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and adherence to timelines. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and collaboration. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. Team Collaboration: Foster a positive and productive team environment, guiding your project team to success. Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular updates to senior management, showcasing project progress and performance metrics. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that drive real change in the commodities landscape. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and expertise. Professional Growth: Gain exposure to a variety of projects and expand your skillset in a fast-paced environment. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. Ready to Jump In? If you're excited about the opportunity to make a difference in commodities technology and meet the qualifications above, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of commodities technology! We can't wait to meet you! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Business Analyst - Marketing Largely remote with 1 days onsite per month (Coventry) Rate - 400 - 450 (Inside IR35) Role Overview: We are seeking a Business Analyst with Marketing expertise for a 3-month contract with a potential immediate start, subject to BPSS checks. This role involves working closely with technical specialists and engagement managers to ensure successful delivery of marketing campaigns, primarily focusing on automating processes and optimising data architecture. Responsibilities: Collaborate with technical delivery teams to align architecture with business objectives. Serve as the champion for technical details behind data fields for mailing lists and dashboards. Facilitate scope revisions and ensure testing aligns with business needs. Manage delivery risks in collaboration with delivery teams. Identify automation opportunities in the backlog with engagement managers. Act as a subject matter expert to recommend optimal builds for automated campaigns. Lead business change processes as the engagement team adopts new technologies. Oversee training and capability development for technology adoption. Transition working automation programmes to G7 lead. Serve as a product owner for E-shot, ensuring governance and process adherence. Enhance team capability and embed best practises like AB testing. Coordinate and integrate campaign analysis into business-as-usual processes. Support governance embedding. Experience: Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably with a focus on marketing. Demonstrated ability to work with technical teams to translate complex data requirements into actionable solutions. Strong understanding of architecture, data fields, and automated marketing campaigns. Experience in leading change management and training initiatives. Familiarity with AB testing and campaign analysis. Ability to manage risks and ensure alignment between technical execution and business goals.
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
Business Analyst - Marketing Largely remote with 1 days onsite per month (Coventry) Rate - 400 - 450 (Inside IR35) Role Overview: We are seeking a Business Analyst with Marketing expertise for a 3-month contract with a potential immediate start, subject to BPSS checks. This role involves working closely with technical specialists and engagement managers to ensure successful delivery of marketing campaigns, primarily focusing on automating processes and optimising data architecture. Responsibilities: Collaborate with technical delivery teams to align architecture with business objectives. Serve as the champion for technical details behind data fields for mailing lists and dashboards. Facilitate scope revisions and ensure testing aligns with business needs. Manage delivery risks in collaboration with delivery teams. Identify automation opportunities in the backlog with engagement managers. Act as a subject matter expert to recommend optimal builds for automated campaigns. Lead business change processes as the engagement team adopts new technologies. Oversee training and capability development for technology adoption. Transition working automation programmes to G7 lead. Serve as a product owner for E-shot, ensuring governance and process adherence. Enhance team capability and embed best practises like AB testing. Coordinate and integrate campaign analysis into business-as-usual processes. Support governance embedding. Experience: Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably with a focus on marketing. Demonstrated ability to work with technical teams to translate complex data requirements into actionable solutions. Strong understanding of architecture, data fields, and automated marketing campaigns. Experience in leading change management and training initiatives. Familiarity with AB testing and campaign analysis. Ability to manage risks and ensure alignment between technical execution and business goals.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join a highly regarded IT Project Management Services provider on a permanent basis, or on a fixed-term contract if preferred. This hybrid role is aligned to a current client engagement in Central London, where three days per week on site is a firm requirement. As such, applicants must be based in London or within a reasonable commuting distance. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The first project within this role will involve leading the delivery of complex cyber security, technology risk and regulatory control programmes within a demanding professional services or similarly complex environment. The successful candidate will be a Senior Project Manager with proven experience of driving cyber risk reduction, control remediation and compliance-focused delivery across multiple stakeholder groups. Projects may include ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and wider cyber risk reduction frameworks or programmes, requiring the Project Manager to coordinate technical remediation activity, translate control requirements into clear delivery plans, manage evidence and reporting, and maintain focus on measurable reduction of organisational cyber risk. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, evidence, reporting and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects remain aligned to the clients' priorities, risk appetite and fixed compliance deadlines. The role requires a structured, resilient and credible professional who can manage ambiguity, challenge progress constructively and drive delivery through influence where direct line management authority may not exist. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex cyber security, technology risk and regulatory control programmes Manage ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and cyber risk reduction delivery activity Translate control requirements into structured plans, milestones and measurable delivery outcomes Coordinate technical remediation across senior leadership, business stakeholders, technical subject matter experts, operational teams and vendors Manage RAID, governance, evidence, reporting and progress tracking against fixed compliance deadlines Present complex cyber risk and control issues clearly to executive-level audiences, partners and senior stakeholders Escalate decisions, blockers and risks promptly to maintain delivery momentum Challenge progress constructively while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships Drive delivery through influence in matrix environments where direct line management authority may not exist Ensure delivery remains aligned to organisational priorities, risk appetite and measurable cyber risk reduction. About You Applicants must have demonstrable experience within a senior Project Manager role, with delivering complex cyber security, technology risk or regulatory control programmes in a demanding professional services or similarly complex environment. Candidates with broader IT Project Management experience will be particularly favoured, as this will support deployment across a wider range of future projects and client engagements. You must be credible with C-suite executives, partners and senior stakeholders, resilient under pressure, structured in approach and confident operating where ambiguity, competing priorities and fixed compliance deadlines are present. Whilst not essential for our London Clients, it is preferred if you hold a driving licence, and have access to a vehicle, as future projects engagements may be outside of Central London and inaccessible to public transport. Applicants must also already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering complex cyber security, technology risk or regulatory control programmes Essential experience of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and cyber risk reduction frameworks or programmes Coordinating technical remediation activity and translating control requirements into practical delivery activity Managing evidence, reporting, governance and progress tracking for compliance-driven programmes Presenting to and communicating effectively with executive-level audiences, including C-suite executives, partners and senior stakeholders Operating across senior leadership, business stakeholders, technical subject matter experts, operational teams and vendors Managing ambiguity, challenging progress constructively and maintaining delivery focus under pressure Driving delivery through influence in matrix environments where direct line management authority may not exist Maintaining alignment between delivery activity, organisational priorities, risk appetite and fixed compliance deadlines.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join a highly regarded IT Project Management Services provider on a permanent basis, or on a fixed-term contract if preferred. This hybrid role is aligned to a current client engagement in Central London, where three days per week on site is a firm requirement. As such, applicants must be based in London or within a reasonable commuting distance. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The first project within this role will involve leading the delivery of complex cyber security, technology risk and regulatory control programmes within a demanding professional services or similarly complex environment. The successful candidate will be a Senior Project Manager with proven experience of driving cyber risk reduction, control remediation and compliance-focused delivery across multiple stakeholder groups. Projects may include ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and wider cyber risk reduction frameworks or programmes, requiring the Project Manager to coordinate technical remediation activity, translate control requirements into clear delivery plans, manage evidence and reporting, and maintain focus on measurable reduction of organisational cyber risk. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, evidence, reporting and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects remain aligned to the clients' priorities, risk appetite and fixed compliance deadlines. The role requires a structured, resilient and credible professional who can manage ambiguity, challenge progress constructively and drive delivery through influence where direct line management authority may not exist. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex cyber security, technology risk and regulatory control programmes Manage ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and cyber risk reduction delivery activity Translate control requirements into structured plans, milestones and measurable delivery outcomes Coordinate technical remediation across senior leadership, business stakeholders, technical subject matter experts, operational teams and vendors Manage RAID, governance, evidence, reporting and progress tracking against fixed compliance deadlines Present complex cyber risk and control issues clearly to executive-level audiences, partners and senior stakeholders Escalate decisions, blockers and risks promptly to maintain delivery momentum Challenge progress constructively while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships Drive delivery through influence in matrix environments where direct line management authority may not exist Ensure delivery remains aligned to organisational priorities, risk appetite and measurable cyber risk reduction. About You Applicants must have demonstrable experience within a senior Project Manager role, with delivering complex cyber security, technology risk or regulatory control programmes in a demanding professional services or similarly complex environment. Candidates with broader IT Project Management experience will be particularly favoured, as this will support deployment across a wider range of future projects and client engagements. You must be credible with C-suite executives, partners and senior stakeholders, resilient under pressure, structured in approach and confident operating where ambiguity, competing priorities and fixed compliance deadlines are present. Whilst not essential for our London Clients, it is preferred if you hold a driving licence, and have access to a vehicle, as future projects engagements may be outside of Central London and inaccessible to public transport. Applicants must also already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering complex cyber security, technology risk or regulatory control programmes Essential experience of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and cyber risk reduction frameworks or programmes Coordinating technical remediation activity and translating control requirements into practical delivery activity Managing evidence, reporting, governance and progress tracking for compliance-driven programmes Presenting to and communicating effectively with executive-level audiences, including C-suite executives, partners and senior stakeholders Operating across senior leadership, business stakeholders, technical subject matter experts, operational teams and vendors Managing ambiguity, challenging progress constructively and maintaining delivery focus under pressure Driving delivery through influence in matrix environments where direct line management authority may not exist Maintaining alignment between delivery activity, organisational priorities, risk appetite and fixed compliance deadlines.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Position: General Manager - Data, IT & Systems Reporting to: Commercial & Digital Director Confidentiality: Open. Ford & Stanley Executive Search ( Part of the Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group ) are a leading Executive search and talent advisory firm specialising in the following sectors: Rail & Transportation Civils & Construction Manufacturing & Supply Chain Technology & Cyber Security Logistics & Intermodal Freight Defence Our search directors, search consultants and in house research team specialise in retained opportunities at the highest level of organisational leadership and management. Our success is based upon a blend of trust-driven relationships, robust market knowledge, and working practices that ensure the best possible alignment of organisational need with experience and personal ambition. Working with business leaders on bespoke assignments for over a decade, we understand exactly what our customers expect from an executive search and talent advisory service - whether there is a pressing business need for an executive interim or that of a long-term permanent appointment - Ford & Stanley Executive Search provide the solution. We have been exclusively appointed by Southeastern on a retained search for a General Manager - Data, IT & Systems. Below you will find a 'Candidate Opportunity Brief' developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Research Manager of Executive Search & Senior Research Associate and the Commercial & Digital Director and HRBP of our client. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: "This is an opportunity to lead our Data, IT and Systems function at a time when technology and insight are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the future of rail. You'll be responsible for ensuring our IT services, operational systems and data capabilities are secure, resilient and fit for the demands of a 24/7 railway. Beyond keeping the business running, you'll also set the strategic direction for how technology and data can improve performance, support decision-making and deliver long-term transformation. Working closely with the Commercial & Digital Director, Executive team and Great British Railways, you'll help influence the industry-wide technology and data initiatives while ensuring we remain at the forefront of digital innovation. This role would suit a leader who can balance operational excellence with forward-thinking change, someone who can set a clear vision, simplify complexity and bring people with them on the journey." Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: Building a strong external and internal presence within the rail industry by developing meaningful relationships with customers, industry partners, and stakeholders, leveraging these networks to gain insight into emerging challenges, opportunities and best practice. Developing a thorough understanding of the complexed political and regulatory environment within the rail sector, effectively navigating stakeholder interests and industry dynamics to support business objectives. Balancing strategic transformation with operational excellence, ensuring appropriate oversight of critical commercial contracts, cyber security, mitigating risks associated with technology and systems failure, and maintaining a clear focus on the day-to-day operational needs of the business Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Established credibility and engagement across the function, securing the confidence and support of key stakeholders and team members, taking them on a digital transformation journey. Defined and started to implement the strategic vision for the Data, IT and Systems function, with measurable progress demonstrated through the successful delivery of key initiatives and tangible business outcomes. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Relevant experience or qualifications within IT, Data, Computer Science or a related field Experience of being a strategic business partner to Executives and Senior external stakeholders Varied industry experience, to bring a different view and understanding to the role and business A visionary leader, with demonstratable experience of elevating and taking a team and wider company on a journey of change Experienced of leading a large-scale business through digital adoption and transformation Experienced in value-driven pricing. A strong understanding of cyber and technology, with experience in one or more of - Azure, Power BI, AWS, Prince 2, Agile PM Scrum, TOGAF, DAMA CDMP, ISO (phone number removed), CISM/CISSP A natural data storyteller, ability to share clear insight at all levels and take a compelling strategy to market Confident negotiating and managing complex technology supplier relationships Desirable: Rail industry experience Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Strong stakeholder management experience able to build relationships across the whole of the business. Ambitious, able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where things have not been done before. Empowering with a proven ability to delegate and motivate a workforce. An agile leader, with a strategic mindset who has the ability to think outside the box Ability to challenge and push back when required Working Arrangements & Location: Candidates will be based out of our clients HQ in London (3 days in the office) and will also be required to be external facing and visible across the network to get a good understanding of areas of improvement through the customers' eyes Ford & Stanley Executive Search Pre-Submission Process: First Engagement: A short engagement and introductory conversation to position the opportunity, gauge candidate early interest level and arrange a time and date for a more detailed discussion. NDA sent (if applicable) upon receipt of signed NDA - Candidate Opportunity Brief shared. Candidate Discovery: An open, conversational and consultative discussion where candidates and executive search consultant explore and discuss the opportunity brief. Candidates are assessed on their suitability for the role in the context of the key essentials and challenged on how the opportunity lines up with their career aspirations, motivations, financial expectations and personal circumstance. The search consultant will utilise the information captured during candidate discovery to start to build your profile on suitability. Recommendations may be made at this point for adjustments or updates to your CV. The 'shortlist': Shortlisted candidates, having taken time to reflect on the opportunity and undertake subsequent research on the clients business are reengaged where they are asked to provide additional specific information on their suitability (if/where applicable). Final checks of key notes, package details and logistical alignments made. Finishing touches are then made to your profile prior to submission along with our notes and recommendations. Clients Interview Process: 1st Stage interview: Face-to-face interview - 1 hour 30 minutes interview, this will be a competency-based interview with a presentation required. 2nd Stage Interview: Face-to-face interview with the Commercial & Digital Director, DfTO CDIO and further members of the senior leadership team 3rd Stage interview: TBC Good to know: This is a brand-new business critical role for our client as they look to define their, Data, IT and Systems strategy and shape how they power the future of rail The headcount of our client is circa 7,000
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Position: General Manager - Data, IT & Systems Reporting to: Commercial & Digital Director Confidentiality: Open. Ford & Stanley Executive Search ( Part of the Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group ) are a leading Executive search and talent advisory firm specialising in the following sectors: Rail & Transportation Civils & Construction Manufacturing & Supply Chain Technology & Cyber Security Logistics & Intermodal Freight Defence Our search directors, search consultants and in house research team specialise in retained opportunities at the highest level of organisational leadership and management. Our success is based upon a blend of trust-driven relationships, robust market knowledge, and working practices that ensure the best possible alignment of organisational need with experience and personal ambition. Working with business leaders on bespoke assignments for over a decade, we understand exactly what our customers expect from an executive search and talent advisory service - whether there is a pressing business need for an executive interim or that of a long-term permanent appointment - Ford & Stanley Executive Search provide the solution. We have been exclusively appointed by Southeastern on a retained search for a General Manager - Data, IT & Systems. Below you will find a 'Candidate Opportunity Brief' developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Research Manager of Executive Search & Senior Research Associate and the Commercial & Digital Director and HRBP of our client. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: "This is an opportunity to lead our Data, IT and Systems function at a time when technology and insight are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the future of rail. You'll be responsible for ensuring our IT services, operational systems and data capabilities are secure, resilient and fit for the demands of a 24/7 railway. Beyond keeping the business running, you'll also set the strategic direction for how technology and data can improve performance, support decision-making and deliver long-term transformation. Working closely with the Commercial & Digital Director, Executive team and Great British Railways, you'll help influence the industry-wide technology and data initiatives while ensuring we remain at the forefront of digital innovation. This role would suit a leader who can balance operational excellence with forward-thinking change, someone who can set a clear vision, simplify complexity and bring people with them on the journey." Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: Building a strong external and internal presence within the rail industry by developing meaningful relationships with customers, industry partners, and stakeholders, leveraging these networks to gain insight into emerging challenges, opportunities and best practice. Developing a thorough understanding of the complexed political and regulatory environment within the rail sector, effectively navigating stakeholder interests and industry dynamics to support business objectives. Balancing strategic transformation with operational excellence, ensuring appropriate oversight of critical commercial contracts, cyber security, mitigating risks associated with technology and systems failure, and maintaining a clear focus on the day-to-day operational needs of the business Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Established credibility and engagement across the function, securing the confidence and support of key stakeholders and team members, taking them on a digital transformation journey. Defined and started to implement the strategic vision for the Data, IT and Systems function, with measurable progress demonstrated through the successful delivery of key initiatives and tangible business outcomes. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Relevant experience or qualifications within IT, Data, Computer Science or a related field Experience of being a strategic business partner to Executives and Senior external stakeholders Varied industry experience, to bring a different view and understanding to the role and business A visionary leader, with demonstratable experience of elevating and taking a team and wider company on a journey of change Experienced of leading a large-scale business through digital adoption and transformation Experienced in value-driven pricing. A strong understanding of cyber and technology, with experience in one or more of - Azure, Power BI, AWS, Prince 2, Agile PM Scrum, TOGAF, DAMA CDMP, ISO (phone number removed), CISM/CISSP A natural data storyteller, ability to share clear insight at all levels and take a compelling strategy to market Confident negotiating and managing complex technology supplier relationships Desirable: Rail industry experience Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Strong stakeholder management experience able to build relationships across the whole of the business. Ambitious, able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where things have not been done before. Empowering with a proven ability to delegate and motivate a workforce. An agile leader, with a strategic mindset who has the ability to think outside the box Ability to challenge and push back when required Working Arrangements & Location: Candidates will be based out of our clients HQ in London (3 days in the office) and will also be required to be external facing and visible across the network to get a good understanding of areas of improvement through the customers' eyes Ford & Stanley Executive Search Pre-Submission Process: First Engagement: A short engagement and introductory conversation to position the opportunity, gauge candidate early interest level and arrange a time and date for a more detailed discussion. NDA sent (if applicable) upon receipt of signed NDA - Candidate Opportunity Brief shared. Candidate Discovery: An open, conversational and consultative discussion where candidates and executive search consultant explore and discuss the opportunity brief. Candidates are assessed on their suitability for the role in the context of the key essentials and challenged on how the opportunity lines up with their career aspirations, motivations, financial expectations and personal circumstance. The search consultant will utilise the information captured during candidate discovery to start to build your profile on suitability. Recommendations may be made at this point for adjustments or updates to your CV. The 'shortlist': Shortlisted candidates, having taken time to reflect on the opportunity and undertake subsequent research on the clients business are reengaged where they are asked to provide additional specific information on their suitability (if/where applicable). Final checks of key notes, package details and logistical alignments made. Finishing touches are then made to your profile prior to submission along with our notes and recommendations. Clients Interview Process: 1st Stage interview: Face-to-face interview - 1 hour 30 minutes interview, this will be a competency-based interview with a presentation required. 2nd Stage Interview: Face-to-face interview with the Commercial & Digital Director, DfTO CDIO and further members of the senior leadership team 3rd Stage interview: TBC Good to know: This is a brand-new business critical role for our client as they look to define their, Data, IT and Systems strategy and shape how they power the future of rail The headcount of our client is circa 7,000
Your new company My clients are looking for a PMO Lead who has working knowledge of ITIL / ServiceNow / IDAM. This is a 3-6-month contract and is inside scope of IR35. Candidates with a background in Real Estate Services would be desirable. Your new role Key Responsibilities PMO Leadership: Deliver a UK PMO function supporting Real Estate, Workplace, Facilities, and Technology-enabled transformation programmes. Portfolio Oversight: Monitor project performance, budgets, timelines, resource allocation, and dependencies across a portfolio of Real Estate, Workplace, and technology initiatives. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal controls, IT governance standards, property compliance requirements, and regulatory obligations. Service Management Alignment: Ensure projects align with ITIL best practices, supporting effective service transition, operational readiness, and handover into BAU support teams. ServiceNow Governance: Drive the use of ServiceNow for project governance, workflow management, change control, reporting, and service delivery processes. IDAM Oversight: Support projects involving Identity & Access Management (IDAM), ensuring access governance, security controls, and compliance requirements are embedded throughout project delivery. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with Real Estate, Workplace, IT, Security, Facilities Management, external suppliers, consultants, and business stakeholders. Reporting & Insights: Deliver executive-level dashboards, portfolio reporting, RAID management, service performance metrics, and programme updates. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement across PMO processes, project delivery methodologies, service management practices, and supporting toolsets. Change Management: Support organisational change, communications, service adoption, and business readiness activities associated with Real Estate and technology change programmes. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading PMO functions within Real Estate, Workplace, Facilities Management, Property, or Corporate Transformation environments. Experience delivering programmes involving IT Service Management (ITSM), ServiceNow, Workplace Technology, or enterprise transformation initiatives. Strong understanding of ITIL principles, including service transition, change management, and operational governance. Experience supporting Identity & Access Management (IDAM) initiatives, including access governance, user life cycle management, and compliance requirements. Strong portfolio governance, risk management, financial tracking, and reporting experience. Proficiency in ServiceNow, MS Project, Power BI, Excel, and other PMO reporting tools. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior business, technology, Real Estate, and Facilities stakeholders. Experience working within large, complex, matrix organisations. Qualifications Degree in Business Management, Real Estate, Project Management, Property, Information Technology, or a related discipline. PRINCE2, PMI, or APM certification preferred. ITIL Foundation certification preferred. ServiceNow certification or experience working within a ServiceNow environment are desirable. Knowledge of Real Estate portfolio management, workplace transformation, facilities management, and corporate property operations would be advantageous. This version positions the role as a Real Estate PMO Lead/Manager with responsibility for ServiceNow, ITIL-aligned service management, and IDAM governance rather than a construction-focused PMO. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
Your new company My clients are looking for a PMO Lead who has working knowledge of ITIL / ServiceNow / IDAM. This is a 3-6-month contract and is inside scope of IR35. Candidates with a background in Real Estate Services would be desirable. Your new role Key Responsibilities PMO Leadership: Deliver a UK PMO function supporting Real Estate, Workplace, Facilities, and Technology-enabled transformation programmes. Portfolio Oversight: Monitor project performance, budgets, timelines, resource allocation, and dependencies across a portfolio of Real Estate, Workplace, and technology initiatives. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal controls, IT governance standards, property compliance requirements, and regulatory obligations. Service Management Alignment: Ensure projects align with ITIL best practices, supporting effective service transition, operational readiness, and handover into BAU support teams. ServiceNow Governance: Drive the use of ServiceNow for project governance, workflow management, change control, reporting, and service delivery processes. IDAM Oversight: Support projects involving Identity & Access Management (IDAM), ensuring access governance, security controls, and compliance requirements are embedded throughout project delivery. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with Real Estate, Workplace, IT, Security, Facilities Management, external suppliers, consultants, and business stakeholders. Reporting & Insights: Deliver executive-level dashboards, portfolio reporting, RAID management, service performance metrics, and programme updates. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement across PMO processes, project delivery methodologies, service management practices, and supporting toolsets. Change Management: Support organisational change, communications, service adoption, and business readiness activities associated with Real Estate and technology change programmes. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading PMO functions within Real Estate, Workplace, Facilities Management, Property, or Corporate Transformation environments. Experience delivering programmes involving IT Service Management (ITSM), ServiceNow, Workplace Technology, or enterprise transformation initiatives. Strong understanding of ITIL principles, including service transition, change management, and operational governance. Experience supporting Identity & Access Management (IDAM) initiatives, including access governance, user life cycle management, and compliance requirements. Strong portfolio governance, risk management, financial tracking, and reporting experience. Proficiency in ServiceNow, MS Project, Power BI, Excel, and other PMO reporting tools. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior business, technology, Real Estate, and Facilities stakeholders. Experience working within large, complex, matrix organisations. Qualifications Degree in Business Management, Real Estate, Project Management, Property, Information Technology, or a related discipline. PRINCE2, PMI, or APM certification preferred. ITIL Foundation certification preferred. ServiceNow certification or experience working within a ServiceNow environment are desirable. Knowledge of Real Estate portfolio management, workplace transformation, facilities management, and corporate property operations would be advantageous. This version positions the role as a Real Estate PMO Lead/Manager with responsibility for ServiceNow, ITIL-aligned service management, and IDAM governance rather than a construction-focused PMO. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.
