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Job Title: Senior C# / .NET Developer - Financial Services (Risk / Securities Lending) Location: London (Hybrid) Duration: 6 Months contract Job Description Role Overview We are seeking an experienced C# / .NET Developer to join a technology team supporting critical Financial Services platforms, with a strong focus on Risk Management and/or Securities Lending domains. The role involves designing, building, and supporting high performance systems used for risk calculations and trading/financing workflows. You will work closely with quants, risk managers, business analysts, and product owners to deliver robust, scalable solutions in a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain C# / .NET applications supporting Risk or Securities Lending platforms Build and consume RESTful APIs to integrate with upstream/downstream systems Implement scalable, testable, and maintainable object oriented code following best practices Contribute to risk workflows including exposure calculations, limits, and reporting Work with large data sets and high throughput systems typical of financial services Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical design sessions Collaborate with cross functional teams (Risk, Front Office, Operations, Compliance) Support production systems and assist with incident analysis and remediation Required Skills & Experience Core Technical Skills Strong hands on experience with C# and .NET (.NET Core / .NET) Excellent Object Oriented Programming (OOP) skills and design principles Proven experience designing and implementing APIs (REST / JSON) Solid understanding of application architecture, performance, and scalability Experience with SQL databases (e.g. SQL Server) Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines Financial Services Domain Knowledge (Essential) Experience working in Financial Services technology environments Strong domain knowledge in at least one of: o Risk Management o Securities Lending / Prime Brokerage o Collateral, Margin, or Financing platforms Risk & Regulatory Experience (Highly Beneficial) Exposure to risk and regulatory methodologies such as: o RWA (Risk Weighted Assets) o CCAR o Basel III / Basel IV frameworks Understanding of credit risk, counterparty exposure, or capital calculations is a strong advantage Nice to Have 10+ years experience Experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS) Messaging technologies (e.g. Kafka) Experience in front to back trading or financing systems Familiarity with Agile / Scrum delivery methodologies Personal Attributes Strong problem solving and analytical mindset Comfortable working in complex, regulated environments Able to communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders Proactive, delivery focused, and detail oriented

In this role, you will be responsible for providing outstanding client service and support to new and existing Real Estate clients. The team specialize in innovative risk solutions to a wide variety of organisations within the Real Estate arena - Property Owners, Investors, Operators, Managers and Developers - with property portfolios across the UK and Europe. No two days are the same and you will find a variety of new challenges and opportunities to get involved in, both during the renewal and mid-term lifecycles. Account Handler - Real Estate Practice This is an excellent opportunity to join our Real Estate team as an Account Executive (Hybrid work style) based in our London office. In this role, you will be responsible for providing outstanding client service and support to new and existing Real Estate clients. The team specialize in innovative risk solutions to a wide variety of organisations within the Real Estate arena - Property Owners, Investors, Operators, Managers and Developers - with property portfolios across the UK and Europe. No two days are the same and you will find a variety of new challenges and opportunities to get involved in, both during the renewal and mid-term lifecycles. We are seeking candidates with a passion for client service and excellent communication skills. A basic grounding in general insurance would be useful, but proven administration skills and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications especially Excel will give you a great starting point. We now operate a Hybrid work style which enables you to work from the most appropriate location depending on what you have to do that day. We really enjoy our time in the office meeting clients and catching up with colleagues, but we also appreciate the days we choose to stay at home and work in a comfortable, quiet environment without that commute. The Role You will be responsible for delivery of outstanding client service and support for new and existing business within the Real Estate Practice. Day to day client service, answering queries received directly from clients, brokers and other third parties, communicating by voice as well as email including: Cover advice on scenarios applied across entire insurance portfolio Contract reviews Additions/deletions of cover Acquisitions/disposals Technical analysis, renewal strategy, coverage review and alternative programme design Data review, validation and manipulation Application of technical and client knowledge to full suite of documentation required to renew / place business within London Market (including Market Presentations, MRC, Endorsements etc.) post drafting Interpretation and review of quotations, to ensure fit for purpose and meet client demands/needs Negotiation of renewal terms/quotations and mid-term cover alterations Completion of Renewal Reports - applying both technical and bespoke client knowledge to finalise post drafting. Completion of summaries of insurance for all interested parties (client / managing agents / tenants / network) - applying both technical and client knowledge post drafting Attendance at key client and market meetings Working with clients, Insurers and overseas network to address and resolve technical and portfolio issues outside of renewal Liaison with other divisions/offices of WTW to provide portfolio management for renewal and mid-term requirements What you'll bring Proven track record of delivering high levels of client service Ability to service 'volume' business to SME businesses in the UK Skilled at building effective relationships Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills Experience of working with and adhering to processes and systems to support client service Good working knowledge of MS Excel Broad knowledge of Real Estate insurance products and market Preferably working towards Dip CII or similar What we offer Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you. Equal Opportunity Employer We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email

Shape the Future with AI & Data We are looking for talented AI / Data Engineers to join a growing technology consultancy delivering innovative data, analytics and AI solutions for enterprise clients. This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern cloud, data and AI technologies, helping organisations unlock value from their data and accelerate digital transformation.Whether your background is in Data Engineering, AI Engineering, or both, you'll have the opportunity to design and build scalable solutions that deliver real business impact. As one of our AI / Data Engineers, you will: Design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and data platforms Develop analytics and AI-enabled solutions that support business decision-making Create and implement machine learning and generative AI solutions Integrate data from multiple sources while ensuring data quality and reliability Work closely with analysts, product teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Optimise systems for performance, scalability and efficiency Contribute to testing, monitoring and quality assurance activities Produce clear technical documentation and follow data governance and security best practices If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Experience as an AI Engineer, Data Engineer, Data Developer or similar Strong programming skills in Python and SQL Experience building data pipelines and working with both structured and unstructured data Knowledge of AI, machine learning or generative AI technologies Exposure to frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain or similar Experience working with cloud based data platforms and modern data architectures Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience delivering solutions within Agile environments In return, you will be rewarded with an enviable benefits package in addition to:- Working on cutting-edge AI and data transformation projects Collaborating with highly skilled engineers, analysts and consultants Gaining exposure to enterprise-scale cloud and AI technologies Hybrid working model with Manchester-based collaboration Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development Successful applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) Clearance. 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)

Senior Full Stack Developer - C#, .NET, React, AWS or Azure UK Remote, one office visit per month Up to 80,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare We're working with a fast growing software business building a modern SaaS platform used by customers across the UK. Following continued investment and growth, they're expanding their UK engineering team and looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to help shape the next phase of the platform. You'll work across the full software development lifecycle, building new features, improving existing products, and influencing technical decisions. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll work closely with Product, Design, and Engineering to deliver software that solves real customer problems. What you'll be doing Building backend services and APIs using C# and .NET Developing modern frontend applications with React and TypeScript Working with AWS or Azure to build secure, scalable cloud applications Contributing to architecture discussions and technical direction What we're looking for Strong commercial experience with C# and .NET Experience building frontend applications with React Knowledge of AWS or Azure Experience building scalable web applications and APIs Why join? Join the first UK engineering team with significant growth planned Modern tech stack with plenty of greenfield development High level of technical ownership and autonomy Remote first culture with one office visit each month Package Salary up to 80,000 Bonus up to 20% Private healthcare with family cover If you're looking for a role where you'll influence technical decisions, build modern software, and join an engineering team at an early stage of its growth, we'd love to speak with you.

AI Lead Location: Winsford, Cheshire Working pattern: Hybrid, two days per week onsite Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Employment type: Permanent Exalto Consulting is recruiting for an AI Lead to help a software business expand the practical use of AI across its development and delivery teams. This is not a role for someone whose AI experience is limited to using coding assistants or running isolated proof of concepts. The business needs someone who has built and delivered AI solutions in production and can help others adopt AI in a structured and useful way. You will work across software development, testing, business analysis and requirements gathering, helping teams understand where AI can improve the delivery lifecycle and how those changes should be implemented. The role will remain technically involved, but the wider responsibility is to provide direction, build confidence and improve how AI is used across the organisation. Responsibilities Lead the adoption of AI across the full software development lifecycle. Identify practical AI use cases across development, testing, analysis and delivery. Work directly with technical teams to design and deliver production AI solutions. Guide developers, testers and business analysts on effective and responsible AI use. Support the development of AI enabled features within existing software products. Run workshops, technical discussions and stakeholder meetings. Explain AI capabilities, limitations and delivery options clearly to customers and internal teams. Help establish standards around AI governance, testing, security and quality. Support existing AI specialists by extending their work across the wider business. Experience required Commercial experience building and delivering AI solutions in production. A software development background, ideally using C# and .NET. Experience integrating AI into existing products, platforms or business processes. Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, data flows and cloud hosted applications. Experience leading technical change across several delivery functions, not only software development. Evidence of helping teams adopt AI tools, processes or ways of working. Confidence running customer or stakeholder meetings and explaining technical subjects clearly. The ability to remain technically credible while providing leadership and direction. Experience with Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, agentic workflows, RAG, AI agents or Microsoft Copilot would be useful, but practical delivery experience is more important than familiarity with specific tools. This role may suit an AI Lead, AI Enablement Lead, Principal AI Engineer, AI Technical Lead or senior software engineering leader who has already delivered AI in production and helped other teams adopt it.

Senior Mobile QA Engineer (iOS & Android) 350 to 400 per day Outside IR35 Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid (Stratford, London) Immediate Start Available Our trusted partner within the Ed-Tech sector, employing over 10,000 people across 100 countries and supporting more than 600 million users globally, is seeking an experienced Senior Mobile QA Engineer to join a high-profile product engineering team developing innovative mobile learning applications. This role is ideal for a QA professional with extensive experience testing native and cross-platform mobile applications across iOS and Android environments, coupled with a strong background in test automation and modern Agile delivery practices. Key Responsibilities Lead quality assurance activities across mobile applications, ensuring exceptional user experience on both iOS and Android platforms. Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans and test cases. Design, implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tooling. Perform functional, regression, exploratory, performance, usability and compliance testing. Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Developers and Infrastructure teams throughout the SDLC. Identify, document and manage defects through to resolution. Support continuous improvement of QA processes, automation capabilities and CI/CD practices. Provide guidance on mobile testing best practices, device compatibility and platform-specific considerations. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior QA Engineer within a mobile application environment. Extensive testing experience across iOS and Android platforms. Strong hands-on experience with mobile automation tools such as Appium, Cypress, Selenium or Playwright. Experience testing APIs and backend services supporting mobile applications. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies. Experience building and maintaining automated test suites. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly Desirable Experience testing AI-powered applications, conversational interfaces or chatbots. Experience with Python and/or TypeScript. Experience testing voice-enabled applications. Experience within Ed-Tech, Education, SaaS or Product-led organisations. Exposure to AWS cloud environments. Experience with performance, security or compliance testing. The interview process consists of two remote stages with the opportunity to start immediately.

Database Administrator (DBA) Reading Hybrid Permanent Help shape the data platform behind a mission-critical technology solution. We're looking for an experienced Database Administrator to take ownership of a complex, high-availability database environment that supports a sophisticated operational software platform. This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering team where reliability, performance and automation are central to delivering cutting-edge technology. Working closely with software engineers, platform specialists and data teams, you'll ensure the database layer remains secure, resilient and highly optimised while supporting the continued evolution of a growing product. Key Responsibilities Own the design, administration and ongoing optimisation of production MariaDB/MySQL databases. Develop and manage robust database schema migrations with safe deployment, validation and rollback processes. Monitor, analyse and optimise database performance in high-volume, write-intensive environments. Design and maintain backup, recovery and data retention strategies, regularly validating restore processes. Implement and maintain database security, permissions and audit controls. Create automation, monitoring and health-check tooling to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with software developers to optimise queries, indexing strategies and data models. Support the wider engineering function by contributing to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. Provide guidance on database architecture and best practice across development teams. Key Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience administering production MariaDB or MySQL databases. Excellent understanding of database performance tuning, indexing and query optimisation. Experience designing and executing schema migration strategies. Knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery best practices. Automation experience using SQL alongside Python or Bash scripting. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering and technical teams. Desirable Experience PostgreSQL administration. Containerised environments using Docker. Event-driven architectures or messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ. Experience supporting distributed or multi-site database deployments. Background working within regulated, security-conscious or mission-critical environments. What's on Offer Hybrid working with regular collaboration from the Reading office. The opportunity to work on technically challenging, large-scale software products. A collaborative engineering culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package. Long-term career development within a growing technology business. Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Job Title: Full-Stack Software Developer Location: Worcester Salary: From £38,000, depending on experience Part-Time and Full-Time hours would be considered; Office-based role. Agile working may be considered following successful induction. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK sponsorship is not available. About Our Client Our client is an award-winning company providing managed IT and telecommunication services to organisations across a range of industry sectors. Since launching in 2002, they have grown year on year, expanding their products and services as technology has developed, helping organisations improve their business practices and profitability. About the Role Our client is looking for a highly motivated Front-End UI / Full-Stack Software Developer who is keen to learn, apply new technologies and develop creative solutions for their customers. The role will focus primarily on developing modern web application front ends however, the successful candidate will also be expected to contribute across the full technology stack, including back-end services, secure client-server communication and database development. This is an exciting opportunity to become a core member of a growing development team working within the Internet of Things (IoT) technology space. You will work alongside team members specialising in back-end systems while taking ownership of your own development tasks. The successful candidate must be comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team. Training and domain knowledge will be provided, together with technical guidance from the Software Development Lead. Personal and technical development is actively encouraged. Responsibilities: Collaborate with coworkers to conceptualise, develop, and release software. Design, develop and maintain modern, responsive web application interfaces. Contribute to the development and maintenance of application back ends and RESTful APIs. Design, develop and maintain relational database schemas. Implement secure communication between application clients and servers. Work with end-users, developers and engineers to identify and define application requirements. Test software and contribute to the development of automated tests. Investigate software defects and develop effective solutions. Report development progress, risks and technical issues. Conduct quality assurance to ensure that the software meets prescribed guidelines Create and maintain product and technical documentation. Share knowledge and promote good development practices across the team and wider company. Rolling out fixes and upgrades to software, as needed. Securing software to prevent security breaches and other vulnerabilities. Reviewing customer feedback to enhance user experience. Suggesting alterations to workflow to improve efficiency and success. Pitching ideas for projects based on gaps in the market and technological advancements. What Are They Looking For: Full-stack development experience, including user interface design, secure client-server communication and database access. NET Core, ASP.NET Web API, Microsoft Azure and SQL experience. Proven experience developing modern, responsive web application front ends using a mainstream web framework. Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. Experience with a modern front-end framework such as React, Angular or Vue.js. Ability to understand, develop and maintain RESTful web APIs, including their security requirements. Experience designing and managing relational database schemas. Familiarity with Git source control and collaborative software development workflows. A strong aptitude for learning new technologies and working outside your existing areas of experience. Good independent problem-solving skills. Ability to use initiative and take ownership of assigned work. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Desirable Skills and Experience: Proficiency in a server-side language or framework such as .NET, Node.js, Python. Working knowledge of SQL databases such as SQL Server, MySQL or PostgreSQL. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS. Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker. Automated testing and continuous integration or delivery. Data analytics or machine learning. Internet of Things systems and applications. Benefits: Competitive salary from 38k per annum based on your previous experience. Market-leading, company-funded training courses and certifications. Career progression opportunities. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Optional two further paid days leave working in your nominated charity of choice. Pension scheme. Free on-site parking. Engaging optional social events. Modern office environment that promotes enjoyment and productivity. A collaborative, team-oriented culture where everyone strives for excellence.

Join the UK's No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier Join Howdens as a Business Developer and play a key role in growing your local depot. We're looking for someone who enjoys speaking to people face to face and on the phone, building relationships and driving business. You'll introduce new trade customers to Howdens, stay close to your existing accounts, and spot opportunities to grow spend by understanding what your customers need and what they're working on. Working as part of a busy, depot team, you'll support sales activity by generating leads, arranging appointments and keeping the pipeline moving. You'll work closely with our Kitchen Sales Designers and our Territory Sales Representatives, helping convert conversations into opportunities and opportunities into sales. If you're confident on the phone, enjoy building rapport, and are motivated by targets and results, you'll fit right in. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays. Holiday entitlement rises with service Generous staff discount on Howdens products Buy-as-you-earn share scheme 40 hour working week No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart What we're looking for: A confident communicator who is comfortable speaking to customers on the phone and face to face Someone who enjoys building relationships and turning conversations into opportunities Commercially minded, with a focus on driving sales and adding value Self-motivated, positive and proactive Organised and reliable, able to manage customer activity and keep track of pipelines Comfortable working to call targets and activity levels Experience in telesales, account management or a customer focused role is helpful What you'll be doing: Calling existing trade customers to build long term relationships and grow future business Using customer data to spot inactivity and bring accounts back on track Managing a targeted customer list and achieving daily call activity levels Keeping up to date with customer projects to identify opportunities to add value and drive repeat business Arranging surveys and appointments for our Kitchen Sales Designers Promoting products, offers and events to keep customers engaged Supporting administration, including invoicing and general depot tasks Working closely with the wider team to help the depot hit its targets and deliver great service What it's like to work here: We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team It's a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done We all play a part in the depot's success and share in the team bonus We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Business Developer, then we are keen to hear from you. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding. INDKSD

Senior Site Manager / Site Manager Kirkstall Road, Leeds Competitive Salary + Package An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a quality-driven Site Manager or Senior Site Manager to join one of Yorkshire's most respected property developers on a flagship mixed-use development in Leeds. Known for delivering high-quality, design-led developments, our client has established an enviable reputation for creating schemes that positively contribute to the communities in which they operate. With a strong pipeline of projects and a commitment to excellence throughout the development lifecycle, they are seeking an experienced site professional who shares their passion for quality, attention to detail and delivering outstanding customer outcomes. This is a career-defining opportunity to take a leading role on one of Leeds' most prominent city regeneration schemes. The Role Reporting to the Project Director, you will be responsible for managing site operations and ensuring the successful delivery of the project to the highest standards of quality, safety and workmanship. This role is ideally suited to an individual who takes genuine pride in the finished product and understands that successful project delivery extends beyond programme and budget to include exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day site operations from construction through to completion. Coordinating subcontractors and direct labour to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently. Driving quality standards across all aspects of the build process. Undertaking regular quality inspections and ensuring defects are identified and addressed proactively. Maintaining programme performance whilst never compromising on quality or safety. Leading site meetings and coordinating activities across multiple trades and disciplines. Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures and statutory requirements. Working closely with consultants, design teams and project stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues. Managing site logistics, sequencing and short-term programming activities. Supporting project reporting and maintaining accurate site records. Leading snagging, commissioning and handover activities to ensure a first-class finished product. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager with a proven track record of delivering high-quality residential, mixed-use or city-centre developments. Applicants are likely to possess: Significant experience managing construction projects as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager. A strong quality-first approach to project delivery. Experience working on multi-storey residential, mixed-use, build-to-rent, hotel or city-centre developments. Excellent organisational and leadership skills. Strong subcontractor management and coordination capabilities. A proactive and solutions-focused approach. The ability to maintain high standards whilst managing programme pressures. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Essential Qualifications SMSTS CSCS Card First Aid at Work Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Join the UK's No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier Join Howdens as a Business Developer and play a key role in growing your local depot. We're looking for someone who enjoys speaking to people face to face and on the phone, building relationships and driving business. You'll introduce new trade customers to Howdens, stay close to your existing accounts, and spot opportunities to grow spend by understanding what your customers need and what they're working on. Working as part of a busy, depot team, you'll support sales activity by generating leads, arranging appointments and keeping the pipeline moving. You'll work closely with our Kitchen Sales Designers and our Territory Sales Representatives, helping convert conversations into opportunities and opportunities into sales. If you're confident on the phone, enjoy building rapport, and are motivated by targets and results, you'll fit right in. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays. Holiday entitlement rises with service Generous staff discount on Howdens products Buy-as-you-earn share scheme 40 hour working week No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart What we're looking for: A confident communicator who is comfortable speaking to customers on the phone and face to face Someone who enjoys building relationships and turning conversations into opportunities Commercially minded, with a focus on driving sales and adding value Self-motivated, positive and proactive Organised and reliable, able to manage customer activity and keep track of pipelines Comfortable working to call targets and activity levels Experience in telesales, account management or a customer focused role is helpful What you'll be doing: Calling existing trade customers to build long term relationships and grow future business Using customer data to spot inactivity and bring accounts back on track Managing a targeted customer list and achieving daily call activity levels Keeping up to date with customer projects to identify opportunities to add value and drive repeat business Arranging surveys and appointments for our Kitchen Sales Designers Promoting products, offers and events to keep customers engaged Supporting administration, including invoicing and general depot tasks Working closely with the wider team to help the depot hit its targets and deliver great service What it's like to work here: We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team It's a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done We all play a part in the depot's success and share in the team bonus We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Business Developer, then we are keen to hear from you. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding. INDKSD

Reporting to the Head of Product, the Senior Product Developer leads the end-to-end development and commercialisation of products across assigned categories, delivering against cost, margin, quality and critical path objectives. Managing the Product Development and Materials team, you will lead product, technical, sustainability, compliance and supplier activities, working closely with Design, Production and suppliers to deliver commercially successful products that meet Rohan's standards for quality, performance, fit, durability and responsible sourcing. Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Development & Commercialisation Lead product and material development in line with seasonal strategy, range plans and critical paths. Manage and develop the Product Development and Materials team. Partner with Design, Production and suppliers to meet quality, performance, sustainability, cost and margin objectives. Oversee specifications, BOMs, testing requirements and development documentation within Range Grid and related systems. Lead sample reviews, product approvals and continuous improvement initiatives. Critical Path & Delivery Own development critical paths and seasonal milestones. Coordinate prototypes, fit reviews, testing, compliance and production readiness. Identify and resolve risks impacting cost, quality, compliance or delivery. Ensure approvals, testing and reporting are completed on time. Align cross-functional teams to ensure products are buy-ready and production-ready. Cost & Value Engineering Deliver target cost, margin and commercial objectives. Review supplier costings and identify value engineering opportunities. Optimise materials, construction and manufacturing methods while maintaining product integrity. Support supplier benchmarking, negotiations and continuous improvement. Fit, Technical Standards & Performance Own Rohan fit blocks, grading and technical standards. Lead fit sessions and provide technical direction through to production approval. Maintain measurement specifications, construction standards and workmanship requirements. Review samples and approve manufacturing methods, ensuring products meet performance, quality and durability standards. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure products meet quality, safety, compliance and responsible sourcing requirements. Lead technical risk assessments, testing programmes and compliance approvals. Review quality reports, test results and supplier submissions. Investigate product issues and drive corrective actions. Champion supplier quality assurance and CFA programmes. Supplier & Factory Management Act as senior contact for suppliers, factories and material partners. Build strong supplier relationships that drive innovation, quality and efficiency. Lead supplier WIP reviews covering development progress, costing, testing, compliance and production readiness. Support ethical sourcing, social compliance and supplier performance improvement. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, coach and develop Product Development and Materials team members, including the Product Co-ordinator. Establish clear standards, priorities and ways of working. Act as the escalation point for technical, supplier, quality and compliance decisions. Influence stakeholders to balance design intent, cost, quality, performance and delivery. Promote collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Proven product development experience within apparel, outdoor or technical products. Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, grading, materials, trims and testing. Experience managing development from concept through production approval. Commercially aware with strong costing and margin management capability. Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturers. Knowledge of product compliance, quality assurance and responsible sourcing. Strong project management, communication, influencing and problem-solving skills. Experience leading or mentoring development teams. Proficient in product development systems and Microsoft Office. Organised, proactive, commercially focused and results-driven. Key Measures of Success Delivery of high-quality products with reduced defects and returns. Achievement of seasonal critical path and production milestones. Delivery of target cost, margin and commercial objectives. High first-time approval rates across samples, materials and testing. Effective development of team capability and performance. Improved supplier performance, collaboration and compliance. Successful delivery of product, technical and social compliance requirements.

Join the UK's No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier Join Howdens as a Business Developer and play a key role in growing your local depot. We're looking for someone who enjoys speaking to people face to face and on the phone, building relationships and driving business. You'll introduce new trade customers to Howdens, stay close to your existing accounts, and spot opportunities to grow spend by understanding what your customers need and what they're working on. Working as part of a busy, depot team, you'll support sales activity by generating leads, arranging appointments and keeping the pipeline moving. You'll work closely with our Kitchen Sales Designers and our Territory Sales Representatives, helping convert conversations into opportunities and opportunities into sales. If you're confident on the phone, enjoy building rapport, and are motivated by targets and results, you'll fit right in. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays. Holiday entitlement rises with service Generous staff discount on Howdens products Buy-as-you-earn share scheme 40 hour working week No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart What we're looking for: A confident communicator who is comfortable speaking to customers on the phone and face to face Someone who enjoys building relationships and turning conversations into opportunities Commercially minded, with a focus on driving sales and adding value Self-motivated, positive and proactive Organised and reliable, able to manage customer activity and keep track of pipelines Comfortable working to call targets and activity levels Experience in telesales, account management or a customer focused role is helpful What you'll be doing: Calling existing trade customers to build long term relationships and grow future business Using customer data to spot inactivity and bring accounts back on track Managing a targeted customer list and achieving daily call activity levels Keeping up to date with customer projects to identify opportunities to add value and drive repeat business Arranging surveys and appointments for our Kitchen Sales Designers Promoting products, offers and events to keep customers engaged Supporting administration, including invoicing and general depot tasks Working closely with the wider team to help the depot hit its targets and deliver great service What it's like to work here: We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team It's a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done We all play a part in the depot's success and share in the team bonus We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Business Developer, then we are keen to hear from you. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding. INDKSD

Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, with over 40 production sites across four continents. Our Chirk facility in Wrexham, Wales is one of the largest and most advanced wood panel manufacturing plants in the UK. As we continue to invest in technology and digital transformation, we are creating new roles to harness the power of artificial intelligence and drive operational excellence. Job Description This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a technically minded individual to join Kronospan's growing digital capability. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer will play a hands-on role in designing, testing, and refining AI prompt solutions that improve business processes across finance, operations, and administration. You will work at the intersection of language, logic, and technology, helping the organisation unlock real value from large language models (LLMs) and AI tools. Key Responsibilities Include Prompt Design and Development: Design, write, and iterate on prompts for LLM-based tools and internal AI assistants. Build and maintain a prompt library to standardise best practices across the business. Develop prompt templates for recurring business tasks such as report summarisation, data extraction, and document drafting. Test prompt performance systematically and document outcomes. AI Tool Integration and Support: Support the deployment and configuration of AI tools integrated into business workflows. Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams to identify use cases for AI automation. Assist in building lightweight prototypes and proofs of concept using AI APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI). Contribute to the development of internal tools and dashboards that surface AI outputs. Research and Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering techniques. Evaluate new AI tools and models for potential business application. Document learnings and share knowledge with the wider team. Reporting and Communication: Provide regular progress updates and demonstrations to the CFO and other stakeholders. Produce clear documentation for all prompts, workflows, and AI implementations. Assist in preparing briefings and reports on AI initiatives for senior leadership. Qualifications Essential Skills and Experience: A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Linguistics, or a related field OR demonstrable equivalent practical experience. Genuine interest in and working knowledge of large language models and generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot). Solid written English skills able to craft precise, structured instructions and documentation. Logical, analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving. Basic programming or scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar) sufficient to work with APIs and automate simple tasks. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Desirable Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.). Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques such as chain-of-thought, few-shot prompting, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), or system prompt design. Experience with version control (Git) and structured documentation practices. Exposure to business intelligence or data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL). Understanding of manufacturing, finance, or industrial business processes. Experience building simple web applications, internal tools, or automation workflows. Awareness of AI ethics, data governance, and responsible AI principles. Personal Attributes: Curious and self-motivated someone who keeps up with a fast-moving field. Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proactive in spotting opportunities for improvement and willing to suggest ideas. Reliable and professional, suited to a structured Monday Friday onsite environment. A collaborative team player who is comfortable working cross-functionally. Additional Information: A unique opportunity to shape AI adoption at a global manufacturing leader. Direct visibility and mentorship from the CFO and senior leadership team. On-the-job learning in a complex, fast-paced industrial environment. Competitive junior salary with potential for rapid progression as the AI function grows. Stable, full-time onsite role with a clear Monday Friday schedule. Access to the latest AI tools and technologies. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.

IAM Developer Location: Remote (UK) Salary: Up to 100,000 + Benefits I'm currently recruiting for an experienced IAM Developer to join a leading organisation delivering large-scale Identity & Access Management transformation programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on enterprise IAM solutions, developing and enhancing identity platforms that support thousands of users across complex business environments. What you'll be doing Design, develop and support One Identity Manager (1IM) solutions. Build identity lifecycle workflows, provisioning processes and automation. Integrate IAM platforms with Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Office 365, LDAP, SAP and other enterprise applications . Develop SQL queries, stored procedures and custom connectors. Support platform upgrades, enhancements and production environments. Troubleshoot complex IAM issues and work closely with security, infrastructure and architecture teams. What we're looking for Strong commercial experience with One Identity Manager (1IM) . Solid understanding of Identity & Access Management, Identity Governance and user provisioning. Strong SQL and database development skills. Experience with scripting using PowerShell, VB.NET, JavaScript, VBScript or similar. Knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, Entra ID (Azure AD) and authentication technologies. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Experience with SailPoint, Saviynt, CyberArk or Okta. Knowledge of SAML, OAuth or OpenID Connect. Cloud experience (Azure, AWS or GCP).

Senior Java Engineer IntaPeople are partnered with a fintech scaleup in Cardiff city centre and are scaling up the Product Engineering team with a Senior Java Engineer. About the roles: The role is focused on feature delivery within product engineering. We re looking for an established Senior Engineer who coaches and mentors juniors and mid-level engineers, helping them develop their skills to progress within their careers. You'll take on challenging problems your team faces, including designing solutions to complex features and writing the design documentation that others build from. You'll work within the technical direction set by your Lead Engineer and be one of the people they rely on to turn that direction into working software. The tech stack is React and TypeScript on the frontend, Java with Spring Boot on the backend, and PostgreSQL with schema-per-tenant multi-tenancy underneath, all cloud-hosted on AWS. You'll hold the quality bar for your team through code review, pairing and the example you set, and you'll lead the delivery of large features. This company offers a structured roadmap in terms of progression; they champion internal progression and as a company that a consistently growing, more senior roles become available. About you: A background in financial services (specifically mortgages) would be ideal, however any experience or understanding of a highly regulated industry will be beneficial You re a hungry dev who wants to keep developing their skills, learning new things and collaborating with the wider team. You enjoy knowledge sharing and helping lesser experienced engineers develop their skills, you will have the opportunity to influence the technical direction in this role. An interest in GenAI is desirable, they have some agentic workflows built in Claude but they are using AI as a tool rather than replacing the team s ability to code. For a confidential chat about the role, send a copy of your CV to (url removed) and we will set up a call

Job Title: Database Administrator (AWS, Aurora and RDS) Rate: 500 - 565 Clearance required: BPSS + SC (It needs to be an active SC with a government agency used within the last 6 months) Location: London, Croydon - 2/3 days on site Job Description: Senior Database Administrator (DBA) - SIFA G7 Equivalent (Contingent Worker) Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior DBA with deep expertise in AWS Aurora, Amazon RDS and PostgreSQL to lead the design, operation, optimisation, resilience, and recovery of critical database platforms. The successful candidate will be a hands-on technical expert, actively involved in architecture decisions, database design, performance tuning, data reconciliation, and operational support. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise database solutions on AWS. Design and maintain database schemas, data models, indexing strategies, and database standards. Drive database resilience, high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities. Define, implement, and test backup, recovery, failover, and disaster recovery processes. Actively participate in architecture reviews, technical governance, and design authority decisions. Optimise database performance through query tuning, execution plan analysis, indexing, and configuration improvements. Provide hands-on troubleshooting and resolution of complex production issues. Perform data reconciliation, integrity validation, and root cause analysis of data discrepancies. Manage database upgrades, patching, security, monitoring, and capacity management. Work closely with architects, developers, cloud engineers, and operational teams to deliver scalable and resilient solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures. Essential Skills & Experience Expert knowledge of: o AWS Aurora o Amazon RDS o PostgreSQL Strong database architecture and solution design experience. Proven experience designing highly available and resilient database platforms. Extensive SQL development, query optimisation, and performance tuning expertise. Strong knowledge of database schema design, indexing, and data modelling. Experience with database backup, recovery, replication, failover, and disaster recovery. Hands-on experience troubleshooting large-scale production database environments. Experience leading data reconciliation and data quality activities. Strong understanding of AWS services including IAM, CloudWatch, KMS, VPC, and Secrets Manager. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation) and CI/CD practices. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Desirable AWS Database Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certification. Experience with MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, or Redis. Experience working in highly regulated or public sector environments. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a recognised database SME who combines strategic architecture leadership with strong hands-on technical delivery. They will drive resilience and recovery capabilities, influence architecture decisions, and ensure database platforms are secure, scalable, performant, and operationally robust. 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

DevOps Engineer Our Manchester based client is expanding rapidly and are now seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to optimise and scale their Azure-based infrastructure, while leading on automation, security, and performance across the software development lifecycle. My client places their people and product at the heart of everything they do. With a collaborative, open culture, ideas are encouraged from all levels. The working environment is friendly, inclusive, and innovative - with regular socials, flexible working, and a strong focus on continuous improvement and quality delivery. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Automate build, test, deployment and infrastructure provisioning processes Manage Azure resources using Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates Support applications running in Azure App Services, Function Apps and other services Integrate tools for automated testing, code quality and security (e.g. SonarCloud, Snyk) Set up monitoring and incident response with Azure Monitor and Application Insights Manage secrets and access control to support secure cloud practices Work closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable solutions Skills and Experience: 3+ years' experience in a DevOps or Cloud Engineering role Practical experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines Proficient in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash or Python Hands-on experience with Docker and containerisation Version control experience with Git or Azure Repos Understanding of Agile/Lean methodologies Familiar with tools for code quality and security A proactive and detail-oriented mindset Desirable: Penetration testing or security certification Experience using Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates Familiarity with blue/green and canary deployment strategies Benefits Competitive salary Flexible working options 25 days holiday plus public holidays and your birthday off Private medical and dental insurance Life assurance and enhanced parental leave Ongoing professional development Interested? Please Click Apply Now! DevOps Engineer