Role Overview The HR Data Insights and Rewards Manager will report directly to Corporate Director of HR Operations. In this role, you will be responsible for: Team Management: Manage and mentor a team of HR specialists, including a Reward & Benefits Advisor and an HR Data and MI Analyst. Promote professional development and foster a collaborative team environment to achieve organisational goals. Reward Management: Maintain job architecture and ensure pay ranges are up-to-date. Lead the annual pay review process from modelling to implementation. Handle compensation and reward processes, including ad hoc benchmarking requests. Manage benefits contracts and oversee changes to employment terms as needed. Data Analytics & Reporting: Design and develop regular workforce and reward analyses using advanced data analytics. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of HR data. Manage the Remuneration and Staff Report for the company's Annual Accounts. HR Systems and Technology: Maintain and configure HR systems, focusing on security and integration with other systems like payroll. Ensure data integrity and privacy within all HR systems. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and key partners in Technology and Finance. Act as a trusted advisor on HR data, insights, and reward matters, communicating complex data insights clearly. To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate: High levels of data literacy with advanced skills in Excel and financial modelling. Significant experience in data visualisation, analytics, and workforce planning tools. Desirable : Experience in Power BI development. Strategic thinker with a focus on innovation and process improvement. In-depth knowledge of HR system structures and functionality. Ability to develop workforce and pay models to inform strategic decisions. Technical expertise to lead on integrations between HR, IT, and Finance. About Us The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values - caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We're not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values: Caring We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform. Connecting We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections. Transforming We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact. Our Inclusive Working Environment By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to "bring their whole selves to work."Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity. What We Offer Generous Annual Leave - 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary) Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains Cycle to work Scheme Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance scheme Give as you earn scheme Employee assistance programme (EAP) PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing) Enhanced family and sick pay Paid volunteering (2 days a year) Recognition Scheme Discounts portal to numerous retailers Flexible Working At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. Career Development In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process. Reserve List If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required. Application Process The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Role Overview The HR Data Insights and Rewards Manager will report directly to Corporate Director of HR Operations. In this role, you will be responsible for: Team Management: Manage and mentor a team of HR specialists, including a Reward & Benefits Advisor and an HR Data and MI Analyst. Promote professional development and foster a collaborative team environment to achieve organisational goals. Reward Management: Maintain job architecture and ensure pay ranges are up-to-date. Lead the annual pay review process from modelling to implementation. Handle compensation and reward processes, including ad hoc benchmarking requests. Manage benefits contracts and oversee changes to employment terms as needed. Data Analytics & Reporting: Design and develop regular workforce and reward analyses using advanced data analytics. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of HR data. Manage the Remuneration and Staff Report for the company's Annual Accounts. HR Systems and Technology: Maintain and configure HR systems, focusing on security and integration with other systems like payroll. Ensure data integrity and privacy within all HR systems. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and key partners in Technology and Finance. Act as a trusted advisor on HR data, insights, and reward matters, communicating complex data insights clearly. To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate: High levels of data literacy with advanced skills in Excel and financial modelling. Significant experience in data visualisation, analytics, and workforce planning tools. Desirable : Experience in Power BI development. Strategic thinker with a focus on innovation and process improvement. In-depth knowledge of HR system structures and functionality. Ability to develop workforce and pay models to inform strategic decisions. Technical expertise to lead on integrations between HR, IT, and Finance. About Us The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values - caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We're not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values: Caring We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform. Connecting We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections. Transforming We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact. Our Inclusive Working Environment By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to "bring their whole selves to work."Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity. What We Offer Generous Annual Leave - 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary) Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains Cycle to work Scheme Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance scheme Give as you earn scheme Employee assistance programme (EAP) PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing) Enhanced family and sick pay Paid volunteering (2 days a year) Recognition Scheme Discounts portal to numerous retailers Flexible Working At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. Career Development In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process. Reserve List If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required. Application Process The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you
Strong experience in TIBCO Active Enterprise Suite - Business Works 5.x, Business Works 6.x, Tibco ActiveSpaces 2.x, Designer 5.x, EMS 8.x, TIBCO Hawk, Tibco Business Events 5.x, Smart Mapper 5.x, TIBCO Administrator Effective independent and team player and self-starter with high adaptability to new technologies. Exposure to complete software life cycle from client requirement analysis to delivery. Exposure to design discussions with different project architects regarding integration approaches Experience in integrating main stream relational databases Oracle, IBM DB2, SQL Server. Expertise in Core and J2EE design patterns. Expertise in OOAD, Modeling of Applications with RUP and UML. Extensively worked in XML related technologies that include XML, XSD, DTD, XSLT, and XPath. Expert Level Proficiency in Web Services - WSDL,SOAP. Strong skills in understanding and implementing SOA. Extensive knowledge of Application Servers - IBM WebSphere, BEA's WebLogic, Sun One, Oc4j. Knowledge of Business Works Methodology, Business Events and Tibco ActiveSpaces. Extensive Administration experience in EMS/JMS - creating queues, topic's, configuring various EMS options including implementation EMS Server LB/FT. Strong experience in TIBCO Administrator for User Management, Resource Management and Application Management. Proficiency in Hawk tool. Wrote several rulebases for monitoring the TIBCO infrastructure. Administration Experience in RV, RVRD Hybrid: 2/3 days onsite in London/week
Oct 31, 2025
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Strong experience in TIBCO Active Enterprise Suite - Business Works 5.x, Business Works 6.x, Tibco ActiveSpaces 2.x, Designer 5.x, EMS 8.x, TIBCO Hawk, Tibco Business Events 5.x, Smart Mapper 5.x, TIBCO Administrator Effective independent and team player and self-starter with high adaptability to new technologies. Exposure to complete software life cycle from client requirement analysis to delivery. Exposure to design discussions with different project architects regarding integration approaches Experience in integrating main stream relational databases Oracle, IBM DB2, SQL Server. Expertise in Core and J2EE design patterns. Expertise in OOAD, Modeling of Applications with RUP and UML. Extensively worked in XML related technologies that include XML, XSD, DTD, XSLT, and XPath. Expert Level Proficiency in Web Services - WSDL,SOAP. Strong skills in understanding and implementing SOA. Extensive knowledge of Application Servers - IBM WebSphere, BEA's WebLogic, Sun One, Oc4j. Knowledge of Business Works Methodology, Business Events and Tibco ActiveSpaces. Extensive Administration experience in EMS/JMS - creating queues, topic's, configuring various EMS options including implementation EMS Server LB/FT. Strong experience in TIBCO Administrator for User Management, Resource Management and Application Management. Proficiency in Hawk tool. Wrote several rulebases for monitoring the TIBCO infrastructure. Administration Experience in RV, RVRD Hybrid: 2/3 days onsite in London/week
Senior Go Developer London, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior Go Developer with strong Back End engineering skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. Known for its high bar for engineering quality, this isn't your typical banking or fintech gig - contractors here are genuinely Embedded, involved, and making meaningful impact from day one. As a Senior Go Developer, you'll play a key role in building mission-critical, data-driven services that power core parts of the platform. You'll take ownership across the full development life cycle, from system design and implementation to optimisation and release. You'll be working in an open, fast-moving environment where ideas get tested quickly and good engineering practices are taken seriously. If you like seeing your work go live within days - not weeks - you'll fit right in. Contractors are treated as part of the team, contributing to technical decisions, stand-ups, and everything in between. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, you'll be hands-on with technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, and will collaborate closely with product and infrastructure teams to ship well-architected, scalable microservices. This is a team that values clean systems, clear thinking, and code that lasts. You'll have the freedom to shape how things are built and the trust to get on with it - whether that's improving infrastructure, shipping new features, or quietly refactoring something that needs it. Senior Go Developer - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Experience with Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a Senior Go Developer looking for a fast-paced, collaborative contract role where your work will ship quickly and matter to real users - apply now. Our client is ready to move quickly for the right person. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Oct 31, 2025
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Senior Go Developer London, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior Go Developer with strong Back End engineering skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. Known for its high bar for engineering quality, this isn't your typical banking or fintech gig - contractors here are genuinely Embedded, involved, and making meaningful impact from day one. As a Senior Go Developer, you'll play a key role in building mission-critical, data-driven services that power core parts of the platform. You'll take ownership across the full development life cycle, from system design and implementation to optimisation and release. You'll be working in an open, fast-moving environment where ideas get tested quickly and good engineering practices are taken seriously. If you like seeing your work go live within days - not weeks - you'll fit right in. Contractors are treated as part of the team, contributing to technical decisions, stand-ups, and everything in between. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, you'll be hands-on with technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, and will collaborate closely with product and infrastructure teams to ship well-architected, scalable microservices. This is a team that values clean systems, clear thinking, and code that lasts. You'll have the freedom to shape how things are built and the trust to get on with it - whether that's improving infrastructure, shipping new features, or quietly refactoring something that needs it. Senior Go Developer - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Experience with Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a Senior Go Developer looking for a fast-paced, collaborative contract role where your work will ship quickly and matter to real users - apply now. Our client is ready to move quickly for the right person. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
DV Cleared IDM/IDAM Solutions Architect - 8 months+ £700-720pd Inside IR35 - Full time on site North West Wiltshire ( 5 days per week) Looking for a DV Cleared Solution/Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of a greenfield on-premise identity solution. The role will focus on defining, architecting, and guiding the implementation of a secure, scalable, and resilient identity and access management (IAM) platform. This position requires strong leadership in both solution design and technical execution, working closely with engineering teams to ensure successful delivery and ongoing support. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design of an on-premise identity solution using Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Active Directory (AD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS). Take ownership of the solution architecture, setting technical direction, standards, and design principles for the new identity environment. Lead and mentor engineers throughout implementation and support phases, ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with architectural intent. Design and configure federation services with other on-premise identity providers to enable secure and seamless authentication across systems. Develop and implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) models aligned with business and security requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders across security, networking, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure integration and operational readiness. Produce comprehensive architecture and design documentation, including diagrams, design decisions, and operational guidelines. Provide technical governance and support for the solution post-deployment, ensuring ongoing stability, scalability, and compliance. Required Competencies Experience of working in Defence Extensive experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Architect specialising in Microsoft-based identity solutions. Proven ability to design and deliver new, greenfield identity and access management environments. Deep expertise in: Windows Server 2022 and Active Directory architecture and management. ADFS configuration, federation trusts, and claims-based authentication. Federation with on-premise identity providers using industry standards such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect. Strong background in SSO design, RBAC implementation, and identity governance. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, routing, Firewalls, and load balancing as they relate to identity infrastructure." Experience providing technical leadership to engineering teams, including mentoring and code or configuration reviews. Excellent communication and documentation skills, capable of engaging with both technical and business stakeholders. Desired Competencies Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or Solutions Architect Expert. Experience integrating on-premise and hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with PowerShell Scripting and automation for identity management. Experience delivering identity solutions within secure or regulated environments DV Cleared IDM/IDAM Solutions Architect - 8 months+ £700-720pd Inside IR35 - Full time on site North West Wiltshire ( 5 days per week) Damia Group 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 our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Oct 31, 2025
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DV Cleared IDM/IDAM Solutions Architect - 8 months+ £700-720pd Inside IR35 - Full time on site North West Wiltshire ( 5 days per week) Looking for a DV Cleared Solution/Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of a greenfield on-premise identity solution. The role will focus on defining, architecting, and guiding the implementation of a secure, scalable, and resilient identity and access management (IAM) platform. This position requires strong leadership in both solution design and technical execution, working closely with engineering teams to ensure successful delivery and ongoing support. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design of an on-premise identity solution using Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Active Directory (AD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS). Take ownership of the solution architecture, setting technical direction, standards, and design principles for the new identity environment. Lead and mentor engineers throughout implementation and support phases, ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with architectural intent. Design and configure federation services with other on-premise identity providers to enable secure and seamless authentication across systems. Develop and implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) models aligned with business and security requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders across security, networking, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure integration and operational readiness. Produce comprehensive architecture and design documentation, including diagrams, design decisions, and operational guidelines. Provide technical governance and support for the solution post-deployment, ensuring ongoing stability, scalability, and compliance. Required Competencies Experience of working in Defence Extensive experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Architect specialising in Microsoft-based identity solutions. Proven ability to design and deliver new, greenfield identity and access management environments. Deep expertise in: Windows Server 2022 and Active Directory architecture and management. ADFS configuration, federation trusts, and claims-based authentication. Federation with on-premise identity providers using industry standards such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect. Strong background in SSO design, RBAC implementation, and identity governance. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, routing, Firewalls, and load balancing as they relate to identity infrastructure." Experience providing technical leadership to engineering teams, including mentoring and code or configuration reviews. Excellent communication and documentation skills, capable of engaging with both technical and business stakeholders. Desired Competencies Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or Solutions Architect Expert. Experience integrating on-premise and hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with PowerShell Scripting and automation for identity management. Experience delivering identity solutions within secure or regulated environments DV Cleared IDM/IDAM Solutions Architect - 8 months+ £700-720pd Inside IR35 - Full time on site North West Wiltshire ( 5 days per week) Damia Group 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 our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Contract Software Engineer/Lead Developer - Expert The Role We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer/Back End Developer - a true "super dev" - with proven Design Patterns expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering/development. This is a high-level contract role, suitable for someone operating at a Principal Engineer or Lead Engineer level. You'll join a small, highly skilled team building a new platform driven by innovative algorithms, clever data structures, and design patterns-based architecture. Working closely with the Head of Architecture, you'll take abstract concepts and requirements, distil them, and deliver high-quality, elegant solutions. This is a role for someone who thrives on independence, can work from a high-level brief, and produces results quickly and to the highest standards. Location: Hybrid - Remote work available. Must be UK-based. Rate: circa £680 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP September 2025 Key Responsibilities Lead the Back End development of a new platform. Apply advanced software engineering/development and design patterns Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions. Employ Test-Driven Development (TDD) and SOLID principles. Build robust, scalable algorithms and efficient data structures. Collaborate with other engineers, mentoring and sharing knowledge. Produce maintainable, clean code based on the "less is more" principle. Essential Skills & Experience Expert in TypeScript or a similar software development language, with strong Back End development experience. Extensive experience in applying well-known software design patterns. Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Advanced algorithmic approach and abstract problem-solving capabilities. Solid understanding of TDD and SOLID principles. Minimum 5 years' experience in software development/software engineering Excellent technical communication skills. Able to take a concept from discussion to high-quality code delivery. Desirable Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline highly desirable Experience in high-performance or complex systems. Familiarity with algorithmic analysis and performance optimisation. Work Arrangements Remote: or Hybrid your choice but you must be UK based. Inside IR35 contract. If you are a high-calibre developer with the skills above and the ability to deliver complex Back End solutions at speed, we'd love to hear from you. Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
Oct 31, 2025
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Contract Software Engineer/Lead Developer - Expert The Role We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer/Back End Developer - a true "super dev" - with proven Design Patterns expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering/development. This is a high-level contract role, suitable for someone operating at a Principal Engineer or Lead Engineer level. You'll join a small, highly skilled team building a new platform driven by innovative algorithms, clever data structures, and design patterns-based architecture. Working closely with the Head of Architecture, you'll take abstract concepts and requirements, distil them, and deliver high-quality, elegant solutions. This is a role for someone who thrives on independence, can work from a high-level brief, and produces results quickly and to the highest standards. Location: Hybrid - Remote work available. Must be UK-based. Rate: circa £680 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP September 2025 Key Responsibilities Lead the Back End development of a new platform. Apply advanced software engineering/development and design patterns Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions. Employ Test-Driven Development (TDD) and SOLID principles. Build robust, scalable algorithms and efficient data structures. Collaborate with other engineers, mentoring and sharing knowledge. Produce maintainable, clean code based on the "less is more" principle. Essential Skills & Experience Expert in TypeScript or a similar software development language, with strong Back End development experience. Extensive experience in applying well-known software design patterns. Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Advanced algorithmic approach and abstract problem-solving capabilities. Solid understanding of TDD and SOLID principles. Minimum 5 years' experience in software development/software engineering Excellent technical communication skills. Able to take a concept from discussion to high-quality code delivery. Desirable Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline highly desirable Experience in high-performance or complex systems. Familiarity with algorithmic analysis and performance optimisation. Work Arrangements Remote: or Hybrid your choice but you must be UK based. Inside IR35 contract. If you are a high-calibre developer with the skills above and the ability to deliver complex Back End solutions at speed, we'd love to hear from you. Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
PLM/PDM Consultant/PLM Systems Specialist - Outside IR35 - Remote (with occasional attendance to a site near Manchester). My client, a global FMCG organisation, is seeking an experienced PLM/PDM Consultant (PLM Systems Specialist) to lead the selection, implementation, and global rollout of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution. This is a unique opportunity to shape the company's digital product data strategy - taking the business from spreadsheet-based processes to a fully integrated PLM ecosystem that enables faster, more efficient product delivery worldwide. Key Responsibilities - Lead the PLM Feasibility Assessment - Evaluate business needs, map existing system and business processes, identify technology gaps, and define a clear roadmap of achievable actions. Shape the PLM Strategy and Roadmap - Drive the vision and architecture of the PLM solution and its integration with core enterprise systems (ERP, MES, etc.). Selection and Implementation of New PLM Tool - Evaluate and compare vendor solutions, lead procurement of software licenses and professional services, and oversee system rollout. Data Migration and Process Transformation - Lead the migration of Legacy PLM data currently managed in Excel into the new PLM platform, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Define and Establish PLM/PDM Practices - Develop best practices, governance standards, and supporting processes across the product development life cycle. Global Enablement and Support - Provide PLM services and support to teams worldwide, enabling programme teams to deliver products faster and with greater accuracy. Vendor and Stakeholder Management - Build strong relationships with key software vendors and resellers, interrogate product offerings and development roadmaps, and influence future PLM tool development through collaboration with product SMEs. Skills and Experience - Proven experience leading PLM/PDM solution implementations (eg Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault ENOVIA, PTC Windchill, or similar). Strong understanding of product development processes within FMCG or manufacturing environments. Experience with data migration, integration with enterprise systems (ERP, SAP, MES), and managing structured/unstructured product data. Excellent stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills. Demonstrable experience in business process mapping, change management, and digital transformation. Highly organised and delivery-focused, with the ability to operate autonomously and drive complex programmes to completion. This is a rare opportunity to play a defining role in transforming how a global FMCG brand manages and delivers its product data. You'll lead the introduction of new PLM technologies and practices that will have a lasting impact on innovation, efficiency, and time-to-market.
Oct 31, 2025
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PLM/PDM Consultant/PLM Systems Specialist - Outside IR35 - Remote (with occasional attendance to a site near Manchester). My client, a global FMCG organisation, is seeking an experienced PLM/PDM Consultant (PLM Systems Specialist) to lead the selection, implementation, and global rollout of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution. This is a unique opportunity to shape the company's digital product data strategy - taking the business from spreadsheet-based processes to a fully integrated PLM ecosystem that enables faster, more efficient product delivery worldwide. Key Responsibilities - Lead the PLM Feasibility Assessment - Evaluate business needs, map existing system and business processes, identify technology gaps, and define a clear roadmap of achievable actions. Shape the PLM Strategy and Roadmap - Drive the vision and architecture of the PLM solution and its integration with core enterprise systems (ERP, MES, etc.). Selection and Implementation of New PLM Tool - Evaluate and compare vendor solutions, lead procurement of software licenses and professional services, and oversee system rollout. Data Migration and Process Transformation - Lead the migration of Legacy PLM data currently managed in Excel into the new PLM platform, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Define and Establish PLM/PDM Practices - Develop best practices, governance standards, and supporting processes across the product development life cycle. Global Enablement and Support - Provide PLM services and support to teams worldwide, enabling programme teams to deliver products faster and with greater accuracy. Vendor and Stakeholder Management - Build strong relationships with key software vendors and resellers, interrogate product offerings and development roadmaps, and influence future PLM tool development through collaboration with product SMEs. Skills and Experience - Proven experience leading PLM/PDM solution implementations (eg Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault ENOVIA, PTC Windchill, or similar). Strong understanding of product development processes within FMCG or manufacturing environments. Experience with data migration, integration with enterprise systems (ERP, SAP, MES), and managing structured/unstructured product data. Excellent stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills. Demonstrable experience in business process mapping, change management, and digital transformation. Highly organised and delivery-focused, with the ability to operate autonomously and drive complex programmes to completion. This is a rare opportunity to play a defining role in transforming how a global FMCG brand manages and delivers its product data. You'll lead the introduction of new PLM technologies and practices that will have a lasting impact on innovation, efficiency, and time-to-market.
Cyber Security Engineer (Hedge Fund) - Python/Powershell/SQL/Tableau BI/NIST/CISSP/CISA - PERM We are seeking a Cyber Security Risk Engineer with a robust background in the full suite of modern technologies employed within an enterprise environment. This role requires a deep understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS, and Mobile), cloud services (Google, Amazon, Microsoft to include M365), network infrastructure, technologies, and protocols as well as databases. Primary Responsibilities Provide technical advice and guidance related to modern system architectures that meet stakeholder needs and provide functionality, security, and resilience by design. Collaborate closely with compliance, legal, IT, business stakeholders, and external clients to understand operational requirements, regulatory obligations, and risk tolerance. Serve as a technical point of contact for clients, addressing and managing their technical requirements, security concerns, and risk management needs. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of information systems, applications, business processes, and underlying technical infrastructure and clearly document identified risks with accompanied compensating controls that address security gaps when standard controls are not feasible. Monitor the effectiveness of compensating controls and recommend improvements as needed to maintain compliance and reduce residual risk across diverse technical environments. Stay current with emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices in risk management, compensating controls, and evolving enterprise technologies. Assist with incident response planning and post-incident risk evaluation, leveraging broad technical knowledge to assess impacts and recommend improvements. Qualifications/Skills Required Demonstrated experience working with information technology, information security, compliance, legal, business teams, and clients to assess and document security risks and compensating controls. Advanced knowledge of risk management frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS20) and regulatory requirements relevant to the financial sector is a plus. Exceptional analytical, communication, and report-writing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences. Desired Skills Experience in the financial services sector or advisory work with a leading consulting firm. Familiarity with the design and evaluation of compensating controls in regulated environments. Ability to translate technical risks into business impacts and actionable recommendations. Experience presenting technical risk findings to executive leadership, clients, and non-technical stakeholders. One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CompTIA CySA+ Permanent - Central London based
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Cyber Security Engineer (Hedge Fund) - Python/Powershell/SQL/Tableau BI/NIST/CISSP/CISA - PERM We are seeking a Cyber Security Risk Engineer with a robust background in the full suite of modern technologies employed within an enterprise environment. This role requires a deep understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS, and Mobile), cloud services (Google, Amazon, Microsoft to include M365), network infrastructure, technologies, and protocols as well as databases. Primary Responsibilities Provide technical advice and guidance related to modern system architectures that meet stakeholder needs and provide functionality, security, and resilience by design. Collaborate closely with compliance, legal, IT, business stakeholders, and external clients to understand operational requirements, regulatory obligations, and risk tolerance. Serve as a technical point of contact for clients, addressing and managing their technical requirements, security concerns, and risk management needs. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of information systems, applications, business processes, and underlying technical infrastructure and clearly document identified risks with accompanied compensating controls that address security gaps when standard controls are not feasible. Monitor the effectiveness of compensating controls and recommend improvements as needed to maintain compliance and reduce residual risk across diverse technical environments. Stay current with emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices in risk management, compensating controls, and evolving enterprise technologies. Assist with incident response planning and post-incident risk evaluation, leveraging broad technical knowledge to assess impacts and recommend improvements. Qualifications/Skills Required Demonstrated experience working with information technology, information security, compliance, legal, business teams, and clients to assess and document security risks and compensating controls. Advanced knowledge of risk management frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS20) and regulatory requirements relevant to the financial sector is a plus. Exceptional analytical, communication, and report-writing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences. Desired Skills Experience in the financial services sector or advisory work with a leading consulting firm. Familiarity with the design and evaluation of compensating controls in regulated environments. Ability to translate technical risks into business impacts and actionable recommendations. Experience presenting technical risk findings to executive leadership, clients, and non-technical stakeholders. One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CompTIA CySA+ Permanent - Central London based
Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary ServiceNow Architect with deep expertise in Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Sales & Order Management (SOM) modules. The ideal candidate will lead the architectural design and strategic implementation of scalable, enterprise-grade solutions on the ServiceNow platform, enabling streamlined procurement, supplier life cycle, and order management processes. Key Responsibilities: Define and own the end-to-end architecture for ServiceNow solutions across S2P (SLP, SPO, APO) and SOM (Product Catalog, CPQ, Order Management) modules. Lead technical design sessions, establish architectural standards, and ensure alignment with enterprise IT strategy. Guide development teams in building robust workflows, integrations, and custom applications using REST/SOAP APIs and Integration Hub. Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Architect integrations with ERP, CRM, and third-party systems (eg, SAP, Ariba, Salesforce) ensuring data consistency and performance. Ensure adherence to ServiceNow best practices in architecture, security, performance, and maintainability. Provide technical leadership in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and solution reviews. Mentor developers and contribute to capability building within the ServiceNow practice. Required Skills & Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in ServiceNow platform architecture and development. Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience architecting solutions in S2P and SOM modules. Strong command of JavaScript, Flow Designer, Script Includes, Business Rules, and UI Actions. Expertise in Integration Hub, MID Servers, and external system integrations. Deep understanding of ITSM, CSM, Procurement, and Finance domain processes. Certifications Required : ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or equivalent experience Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Performance Analytics, NowAssist, Virtual Agent, or Mobile App Development. Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Automated Test Framework (ATF). Knowledge of enterprise procurement and sales life cycle processes. Experience in leading ServiceNow implementations in large-scale enterprise environments.
Oct 31, 2025
Contractor
Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary ServiceNow Architect with deep expertise in Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Sales & Order Management (SOM) modules. The ideal candidate will lead the architectural design and strategic implementation of scalable, enterprise-grade solutions on the ServiceNow platform, enabling streamlined procurement, supplier life cycle, and order management processes. Key Responsibilities: Define and own the end-to-end architecture for ServiceNow solutions across S2P (SLP, SPO, APO) and SOM (Product Catalog, CPQ, Order Management) modules. Lead technical design sessions, establish architectural standards, and ensure alignment with enterprise IT strategy. Guide development teams in building robust workflows, integrations, and custom applications using REST/SOAP APIs and Integration Hub. Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Architect integrations with ERP, CRM, and third-party systems (eg, SAP, Ariba, Salesforce) ensuring data consistency and performance. Ensure adherence to ServiceNow best practices in architecture, security, performance, and maintainability. Provide technical leadership in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and solution reviews. Mentor developers and contribute to capability building within the ServiceNow practice. Required Skills & Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in ServiceNow platform architecture and development. Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience architecting solutions in S2P and SOM modules. Strong command of JavaScript, Flow Designer, Script Includes, Business Rules, and UI Actions. Expertise in Integration Hub, MID Servers, and external system integrations. Deep understanding of ITSM, CSM, Procurement, and Finance domain processes. Certifications Required : ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or equivalent experience Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Performance Analytics, NowAssist, Virtual Agent, or Mobile App Development. Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Automated Test Framework (ATF). Knowledge of enterprise procurement and sales life cycle processes. Experience in leading ServiceNow implementations in large-scale enterprise environments.
Job Title: Local Technology Support Manager - North UK Location: London Office-based Working Hours: 09:00-17:30 (flexible working required) Overview: We are seeking an experienced Local Technology Support Manager to lead the delivery of Local Technology Services (LTS) across the North of the UK. Reporting to UKI Technology Services, this role involves managing a team of three direct reports and overseeing key supplier relationships, including Vodafone. The successful candidate will drive service excellence, process improvement, and customer satisfaction across the region. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all LTS functions across the North UK region Supervise and develop a team of three direct reports Oversee supplier relationships and maintain structured supplier documentation (SLAs, OLAs, reporting, catalogues) Drive service improvement initiatives and identify cost-saving opportunities Manage customer satisfaction processes and implement feedback-driven actions Advocate for CIO IT Products and Services including Security, Core Architecture, Workstation Technology, Collaboration, End User Services, and Digital Workplace Support commercial negotiations and attend supplier meetings as required Produce service review documentation and performance reports based on agreed KPIs People Management: Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, coaching, and performance reviews Recruit and onboard new team members Recognise and develop high-potential individuals Address performance issues with structured feedback and guidance Ensure compliance with HR policies and performance management processes Manage team workload to support project delivery Working Environment: Office-based with occasional travel to customer/client sites Flexibility required to support global teams and critical project milestones Candidate Requirements: Proven experience in IT service delivery and supplier management Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent understanding of core IT products and services Ability to drive process improvements and manage change Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
Oct 31, 2025
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Job Title: Local Technology Support Manager - North UK Location: London Office-based Working Hours: 09:00-17:30 (flexible working required) Overview: We are seeking an experienced Local Technology Support Manager to lead the delivery of Local Technology Services (LTS) across the North of the UK. Reporting to UKI Technology Services, this role involves managing a team of three direct reports and overseeing key supplier relationships, including Vodafone. The successful candidate will drive service excellence, process improvement, and customer satisfaction across the region. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all LTS functions across the North UK region Supervise and develop a team of three direct reports Oversee supplier relationships and maintain structured supplier documentation (SLAs, OLAs, reporting, catalogues) Drive service improvement initiatives and identify cost-saving opportunities Manage customer satisfaction processes and implement feedback-driven actions Advocate for CIO IT Products and Services including Security, Core Architecture, Workstation Technology, Collaboration, End User Services, and Digital Workplace Support commercial negotiations and attend supplier meetings as required Produce service review documentation and performance reports based on agreed KPIs People Management: Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, coaching, and performance reviews Recruit and onboard new team members Recognise and develop high-potential individuals Address performance issues with structured feedback and guidance Ensure compliance with HR policies and performance management processes Manage team workload to support project delivery Working Environment: Office-based with occasional travel to customer/client sites Flexibility required to support global teams and critical project milestones Candidate Requirements: Proven experience in IT service delivery and supplier management Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent understanding of core IT products and services Ability to drive process improvements and manage change Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
Assistant Town Planner - Takeley, Essex Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Location: Takeley, Essex Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a motivated Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a leading residential developer? We're working exclusively with a highly respected housebuilder with an impressive portfolio of high-quality developments across the South East. Due to continued growth, they're now seeking an ambitious planner to join their busy in-house planning team based in Takeley . The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you'll play a key role in supporting the planning team through all stages of the development process - from initial site appraisals through to the preparation and submission of planning applications. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of residential and mixed-use projects, working closely with senior planners, architects, and external consultants. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation, coordination, and submission of planning applications and appeals Supporting the team with site assessments and feasibility studies Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders Conducting research on planning policy and legislation Preparing reports, statements, and supporting documents Providing general administrative and technical support to the planning department About You We're looking for someone with strong analytical and organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine interest in development and the built environment. Requirements: Degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline Ideally some experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or developer environment (placement or post-graduate) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation A proactive attitude and willingness to learn What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Ongoing training, mentorship, and support toward RTPI Chartership Exposure to large-scale residential and mixed-use developments A friendly and collaborative working environment within a forward-thinking developer This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a company that values professional growth and offers genuine long-term prospects. How to Apply: If you're ready to develop your planning career and would like to learn more, please apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Assistant Town Planner - Takeley, Essex Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Location: Takeley, Essex Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a motivated Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a leading residential developer? We're working exclusively with a highly respected housebuilder with an impressive portfolio of high-quality developments across the South East. Due to continued growth, they're now seeking an ambitious planner to join their busy in-house planning team based in Takeley . The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you'll play a key role in supporting the planning team through all stages of the development process - from initial site appraisals through to the preparation and submission of planning applications. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of residential and mixed-use projects, working closely with senior planners, architects, and external consultants. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation, coordination, and submission of planning applications and appeals Supporting the team with site assessments and feasibility studies Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders Conducting research on planning policy and legislation Preparing reports, statements, and supporting documents Providing general administrative and technical support to the planning department About You We're looking for someone with strong analytical and organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine interest in development and the built environment. Requirements: Degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline Ideally some experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or developer environment (placement or post-graduate) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation A proactive attitude and willingness to learn What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Ongoing training, mentorship, and support toward RTPI Chartership Exposure to large-scale residential and mixed-use developments A friendly and collaborative working environment within a forward-thinking developer This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a company that values professional growth and offers genuine long-term prospects. How to Apply: If you're ready to develop your planning career and would like to learn more, please apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.
Lead C#/Principal C# Software Engineer, SaaS, Hands-on engineering role with proven ability to mentor, technically develop a team, take the technical leadership, etc., Full stack but heavily Back End focused. Cloud skills also required (ideally AWS but Azure fine). Home Based c£70000 - 80000 + benefits. This role requires a strong understanding and commercial experience of engineering architecture, design patterns and principles. My client is a software product company that build an innovative SaaS product. As they continue to grow they are looking for a hands-on Lead Software Engineer with a combination of strong C#/.net technical skills and proven tech leadership/management skills that will include coaching, mentoring, team collaboration, etc, etc. Utilising agile methodologies you will develop high quality software fortnightly, focusing on scaleability, robustness and continuous improvement. Working with Product Owners, Project Managers and fellow Lead Software Engineers, you will further develop and enhance the product. Key responsibilities for this role include - Hands on coding using your excellent C#/,net experience. Full stack development but mainly Back End focused (C# Back End, React Front End) Work as the technical leader within the team Responsible for the fortnightly technical output Collaborating with Product Owners on tactical delivery Drive Agile across the team Mentoring, coaching, training, conflict resolution, etc Experience Required - Excellent hands on knowledge of C#/.net Strong engineering architecture, design patterns and principles. Proven ability of designing and developing microservices and distributed systems. Commercial experience of Cloud technologies (AWS or Azure) Team development skills - mentoring, coaching, getting the best from your colleagues, etc, etc Strong knowledge of working in an Agile environment. Previous experience working at a Lead level. This is a great opportunity to join a SaaS product company as it continues to grow and push boundaries. If you are a skilled C# lead software engineer who has worked in a large complex environment please send your CV for a full brief. The role is home based with occasional trips to the office. Salary is likely to be in the £70000 - 80000 + benefits range. Interviews soon.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Lead C#/Principal C# Software Engineer, SaaS, Hands-on engineering role with proven ability to mentor, technically develop a team, take the technical leadership, etc., Full stack but heavily Back End focused. Cloud skills also required (ideally AWS but Azure fine). Home Based c£70000 - 80000 + benefits. This role requires a strong understanding and commercial experience of engineering architecture, design patterns and principles. My client is a software product company that build an innovative SaaS product. As they continue to grow they are looking for a hands-on Lead Software Engineer with a combination of strong C#/.net technical skills and proven tech leadership/management skills that will include coaching, mentoring, team collaboration, etc, etc. Utilising agile methodologies you will develop high quality software fortnightly, focusing on scaleability, robustness and continuous improvement. Working with Product Owners, Project Managers and fellow Lead Software Engineers, you will further develop and enhance the product. Key responsibilities for this role include - Hands on coding using your excellent C#/,net experience. Full stack development but mainly Back End focused (C# Back End, React Front End) Work as the technical leader within the team Responsible for the fortnightly technical output Collaborating with Product Owners on tactical delivery Drive Agile across the team Mentoring, coaching, training, conflict resolution, etc Experience Required - Excellent hands on knowledge of C#/.net Strong engineering architecture, design patterns and principles. Proven ability of designing and developing microservices and distributed systems. Commercial experience of Cloud technologies (AWS or Azure) Team development skills - mentoring, coaching, getting the best from your colleagues, etc, etc Strong knowledge of working in an Agile environment. Previous experience working at a Lead level. This is a great opportunity to join a SaaS product company as it continues to grow and push boundaries. If you are a skilled C# lead software engineer who has worked in a large complex environment please send your CV for a full brief. The role is home based with occasional trips to the office. Salary is likely to be in the £70000 - 80000 + benefits range. Interviews soon.
Senior Town Planner Leicestershire (Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote) Established Multi-Disciplinary Property Consultancy Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? Our client - a well-established, national property consultancy with a strong reputation across planning, development, and rural estate management - is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their friendly and collaborative Leicestershire-based team. The Opportunity This is an exciting chance to join a highly regarded firm offering a varied and interesting workload across residential, commercial, rural diversification, and renewable energy projects . You'll take ownership of projects from early-stage appraisals through to planning submission and appeal, working alongside surveyors, architects, and technical specialists as part of an integrated team. The firm is known for its professional integrity, supportive culture, and commitment to staff development , making it an ideal environment for ambitious planners seeking long-term career growth. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload of planning applications and appeals across rural and urban developments Provide strategic planning advice to landowners, developers, and private clients Lead on project management, client liaison, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams Undertake planning research, policy review, and site appraisals Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development initiatives About You MRTPI qualified (or actively working towards chartership) Proven experience within consultancy or local authority, ideally with exposure to rural or mixed-use development Strong project management and client-facing skills Commercial awareness and the ability to build lasting client relationships A proactive, solution-focused approach and excellent written communication skills What's on Offer Competitive salary reflective of experience Car allowance and discretionary bonus Hybrid and flexible working options Ongoing CPD support and clear progression pathways Friendly, supportive team culture within a respected national business If you're looking for the opportunity to lead on exciting planning projects while enjoying the support and flexibility of a people-focused consultancy, this could be your perfect next move. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Senior Town Planner Leicestershire (Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote) Established Multi-Disciplinary Property Consultancy Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? Our client - a well-established, national property consultancy with a strong reputation across planning, development, and rural estate management - is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their friendly and collaborative Leicestershire-based team. The Opportunity This is an exciting chance to join a highly regarded firm offering a varied and interesting workload across residential, commercial, rural diversification, and renewable energy projects . You'll take ownership of projects from early-stage appraisals through to planning submission and appeal, working alongside surveyors, architects, and technical specialists as part of an integrated team. The firm is known for its professional integrity, supportive culture, and commitment to staff development , making it an ideal environment for ambitious planners seeking long-term career growth. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload of planning applications and appeals across rural and urban developments Provide strategic planning advice to landowners, developers, and private clients Lead on project management, client liaison, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams Undertake planning research, policy review, and site appraisals Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development initiatives About You MRTPI qualified (or actively working towards chartership) Proven experience within consultancy or local authority, ideally with exposure to rural or mixed-use development Strong project management and client-facing skills Commercial awareness and the ability to build lasting client relationships A proactive, solution-focused approach and excellent written communication skills What's on Offer Competitive salary reflective of experience Car allowance and discretionary bonus Hybrid and flexible working options Ongoing CPD support and clear progression pathways Friendly, supportive team culture within a respected national business If you're looking for the opportunity to lead on exciting planning projects while enjoying the support and flexibility of a people-focused consultancy, this could be your perfect next move. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Woking, Surrey
Our client is looking for a Android Developer to work onsite at their office in either Woking or Romsey, on a 6 month initial contract. This role is Inside IR35 and requires a candidate to hold active SC clearance. This role will entail supporting existing users, sustaining the product, and contributing to the development of significant new product capability. The role will include taking ownership of new feature development and contributing to shaping end user requirements into actionable development activities. Key tasks: * Feature development * Providing support to existing users * Implementation of Edge Analytics Proof-of-Concept * Updates to automated testing infrastructure * Debugging and reliability improvements * Performance analysis of Android devices * Contribute to client visits and demos Required: * Android app development (Android Studio/Gradle) * Experience using the Android Camera/camera2/CameraX API * Strong understanding of Android app architecture, particularly the activity life cycle * Java * Python/Flask * Interest in AI & ML Edge Processing Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Oct 31, 2025
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Our client is looking for a Android Developer to work onsite at their office in either Woking or Romsey, on a 6 month initial contract. This role is Inside IR35 and requires a candidate to hold active SC clearance. This role will entail supporting existing users, sustaining the product, and contributing to the development of significant new product capability. The role will include taking ownership of new feature development and contributing to shaping end user requirements into actionable development activities. Key tasks: * Feature development * Providing support to existing users * Implementation of Edge Analytics Proof-of-Concept * Updates to automated testing infrastructure * Debugging and reliability improvements * Performance analysis of Android devices * Contribute to client visits and demos Required: * Android app development (Android Studio/Gradle) * Experience using the Android Camera/camera2/CameraX API * Strong understanding of Android app architecture, particularly the activity life cycle * Java * Python/Flask * Interest in AI & ML Edge Processing Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Technical Solution Architect (TSA) Contract Duration: 6 months initially Location: Remote Clearance: SC Cleared or SC Eligible Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Solution Architect (TSA) to lead the integration and deployment of customer solutions, with a particular focus on Palo Alto SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in solution design, technical delivery, and stakeholder engagement, ideally within the utilities sector . Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design and integration of customer technical solutions. Provide technical leadership and direction throughout deployment projects. Oversee the implementation of Palo Alto SD-WAN solutions , ensuring best practices and successful integration. Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure seamless delivery. Ensure all solutions meet security and compliance standards (SC clearance required/eligible). Act as the key technical authority for solution design decisions and escalations. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Solution Architect or equivalent leadership role. Hands-on expertise in Palo Alto technologies , specifically SD-WAN deployment . Demonstrated ability to lead complex solution integrations in large-scale environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. SC Clearance (active or eligible for clearance). Desirable Prior experience in the utility or energy sector . Familiarity with enterprise networking and security architectures.
Oct 31, 2025
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Technical Solution Architect (TSA) Contract Duration: 6 months initially Location: Remote Clearance: SC Cleared or SC Eligible Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Solution Architect (TSA) to lead the integration and deployment of customer solutions, with a particular focus on Palo Alto SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in solution design, technical delivery, and stakeholder engagement, ideally within the utilities sector . Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design and integration of customer technical solutions. Provide technical leadership and direction throughout deployment projects. Oversee the implementation of Palo Alto SD-WAN solutions , ensuring best practices and successful integration. Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure seamless delivery. Ensure all solutions meet security and compliance standards (SC clearance required/eligible). Act as the key technical authority for solution design decisions and escalations. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Solution Architect or equivalent leadership role. Hands-on expertise in Palo Alto technologies , specifically SD-WAN deployment . Demonstrated ability to lead complex solution integrations in large-scale environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. SC Clearance (active or eligible for clearance). Desirable Prior experience in the utility or energy sector . Familiarity with enterprise networking and security architectures.
Product Owner - Engineering Platform - Bristol (Hybrid working) - Inside IR35 My client a leading Telecoms company is looking for an experienced Product Owner to lead the vision, strategy, and delivery of a modern engineering platform that accelerates developer productivity and supports a major transformation roadmap. You'll work closely with multiple engineering teams, architects, and stakeholders to define platform capabilities and ensure technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Define and communicate the platform vision and maintain a strategic roadmap. Collaborate with engineering teams, architects, and business stakeholders. Own and prioritise the product backlog; write clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Drive delivery of secure, scalable solutions with engineering teams. Champion best practices (CI/CD, DevSecOps, cloud-native principles). Monitor platform performance and developer satisfaction for continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Product Owner or Technical Product Manager in platform engineering or DevOps. Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. Agile experience with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into business value. Desirable: CSPO or equivalent certification. Experience in large-scale digital transformation programs. If the role is of interest please apply with your updated CV
Oct 31, 2025
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Product Owner - Engineering Platform - Bristol (Hybrid working) - Inside IR35 My client a leading Telecoms company is looking for an experienced Product Owner to lead the vision, strategy, and delivery of a modern engineering platform that accelerates developer productivity and supports a major transformation roadmap. You'll work closely with multiple engineering teams, architects, and stakeholders to define platform capabilities and ensure technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Define and communicate the platform vision and maintain a strategic roadmap. Collaborate with engineering teams, architects, and business stakeholders. Own and prioritise the product backlog; write clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Drive delivery of secure, scalable solutions with engineering teams. Champion best practices (CI/CD, DevSecOps, cloud-native principles). Monitor platform performance and developer satisfaction for continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Product Owner or Technical Product Manager in platform engineering or DevOps. Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. Agile experience with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into business value. Desirable: CSPO or equivalent certification. Experience in large-scale digital transformation programs. If the role is of interest please apply with your updated CV
Architect Location: Portsmouth Salary: £35-42,000 (depending on experience) An award-winning architectural studio in Portsmouth is seeking a talented Architect to join its expanding team. Renowned for its innovative, sustainable, and client-focused approach, the practice has built an impressive portfolio across commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Architect to take on a senior role, lead significant projects, and help shape the future direction of a forward-thinking, design-led practice. What's on offer: Flexible working arrangements promoting a healthy work-life balance Fully covered professional memberships and fees Reimbursed business mileage 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to lead and influence a diverse range of projects at senior level Key requirements: ARB-registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience in the UK Strong design flair combined with excellent technical knowledge Advanced Revit proficiency (essential) In-depth understanding of UK building regulations, planning processes, and RIBA work stages Proven experience delivering projects from concept through to completion, ideally in education, healthcare, or commercial sectors Effective communicator with leadership and mentoring experience Strong organisational and project management skills, able to oversee multiple live projects Full UK driving licence and ability to commute to Portsmouth Responsibilities: Lead and deliver projects through all RIBA stages, ensuring design excellence and technical precision Provide leadership within the studio and mentorship to junior team members Act as a key client liaison, maintaining strong relationships with consultants and contractors Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions aligned with the practice's ethos Ensure all work meets planning, regulatory, and quality standards Contribute to business development and help steer the strategic growth of the practice To apply, please contact Sophie on OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Architect Location: Portsmouth Salary: £35-42,000 (depending on experience) An award-winning architectural studio in Portsmouth is seeking a talented Architect to join its expanding team. Renowned for its innovative, sustainable, and client-focused approach, the practice has built an impressive portfolio across commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Architect to take on a senior role, lead significant projects, and help shape the future direction of a forward-thinking, design-led practice. What's on offer: Flexible working arrangements promoting a healthy work-life balance Fully covered professional memberships and fees Reimbursed business mileage 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to lead and influence a diverse range of projects at senior level Key requirements: ARB-registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience in the UK Strong design flair combined with excellent technical knowledge Advanced Revit proficiency (essential) In-depth understanding of UK building regulations, planning processes, and RIBA work stages Proven experience delivering projects from concept through to completion, ideally in education, healthcare, or commercial sectors Effective communicator with leadership and mentoring experience Strong organisational and project management skills, able to oversee multiple live projects Full UK driving licence and ability to commute to Portsmouth Responsibilities: Lead and deliver projects through all RIBA stages, ensuring design excellence and technical precision Provide leadership within the studio and mentorship to junior team members Act as a key client liaison, maintaining strong relationships with consultants and contractors Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions aligned with the practice's ethos Ensure all work meets planning, regulatory, and quality standards Contribute to business development and help steer the strategic growth of the practice To apply, please contact Sophie on OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon.
We are partnering with a major UK energy organisation to find an experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence & Vulnerability Management Lead. This high-impact leadership role will oversee all aspects of cyber threat intelligence and vulnerability management across the Group, helping protect critical infrastructure and enabling strategic security initiatives. About the Role: This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the development of security capabilities within one of the UK's largest energy firms. You'll lead the technical evolution of threat intelligence and vulnerability strategies, directly supporting senior leadership and contributing to the Group's security maturity programme. As a subject matter expert, you will mentor and manage a specialist team, lead engagements with law enforcement and government bodies, and define group-wide technical controls. The role plays a key part in aligning the organisation with emerging threats, regulatory requirements, and global best practices. Your Responsibilities: Lead Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management strategies Guide the rollout of technical controls, policies, and threat intelligence platforms Manage and develop a specialist team (including Analysts and Specialists) Represent cyber intelligence at leadership and sector-wide working groups Define and maintain technical controls, SOC processes, and architectural frameworks Liaise with external agencies including law enforcement and NGOs Own cyber threat documentation, technical reporting, and toolkit implementation Your Required Skills: Proven leadership in threat intelligence and vulnerability management Strong knowledge of threat actor TTPs, IoCs, and threat hunting methodologies Familiarity with TIPs, security frameworks (NIST, ISO), and OT/ICS environments Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across corporate and operational domains Ability to communicate technical controls to senior leadership Experience influencing security culture and behaviour within large organisations Desirable: Experience in energy, critical infrastructure, or highly regulated sectors Relevant certifications (eg, CISSP, GCTI, GIAC, OSCP, or similar) Strong understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in the UK If this role sounds like you, please apply now with your up to date CV and the best number to contact you on at (see below)
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
We are partnering with a major UK energy organisation to find an experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence & Vulnerability Management Lead. This high-impact leadership role will oversee all aspects of cyber threat intelligence and vulnerability management across the Group, helping protect critical infrastructure and enabling strategic security initiatives. About the Role: This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the development of security capabilities within one of the UK's largest energy firms. You'll lead the technical evolution of threat intelligence and vulnerability strategies, directly supporting senior leadership and contributing to the Group's security maturity programme. As a subject matter expert, you will mentor and manage a specialist team, lead engagements with law enforcement and government bodies, and define group-wide technical controls. The role plays a key part in aligning the organisation with emerging threats, regulatory requirements, and global best practices. Your Responsibilities: Lead Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management strategies Guide the rollout of technical controls, policies, and threat intelligence platforms Manage and develop a specialist team (including Analysts and Specialists) Represent cyber intelligence at leadership and sector-wide working groups Define and maintain technical controls, SOC processes, and architectural frameworks Liaise with external agencies including law enforcement and NGOs Own cyber threat documentation, technical reporting, and toolkit implementation Your Required Skills: Proven leadership in threat intelligence and vulnerability management Strong knowledge of threat actor TTPs, IoCs, and threat hunting methodologies Familiarity with TIPs, security frameworks (NIST, ISO), and OT/ICS environments Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across corporate and operational domains Ability to communicate technical controls to senior leadership Experience influencing security culture and behaviour within large organisations Desirable: Experience in energy, critical infrastructure, or highly regulated sectors Relevant certifications (eg, CISSP, GCTI, GIAC, OSCP, or similar) Strong understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in the UK If this role sounds like you, please apply now with your up to date CV and the best number to contact you on at (see below)
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Romsey, Hampshire
Our client is looking for a Android Developer to work onsite at their office in either Woking or Romsey, on a 6 month initial contract. This role is Inside IR35 and requires a candidate to hold active SC clearance. This role will entail supporting existing users, sustaining the product, and contributing to the development of significant new product capability. The role will include taking ownership of new feature development and contributing to shaping end user requirements into actionable development activities. Key tasks: * Feature development * Providing support to existing users * Implementation of Edge Analytics Proof-of-Concept * Updates to automated testing infrastructure * Debugging and reliability improvements * Performance analysis of Android devices * Contribute to client visits and demos Required: * Android app development (Android Studio/Gradle) * Experience using the Android Camera/camera2/CameraX API * Strong understanding of Android app architecture, particularly the activity life cycle * Java * Python/Flask * Interest in AI & ML Edge Processing Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Oct 31, 2025
Contractor
Our client is looking for a Android Developer to work onsite at their office in either Woking or Romsey, on a 6 month initial contract. This role is Inside IR35 and requires a candidate to hold active SC clearance. This role will entail supporting existing users, sustaining the product, and contributing to the development of significant new product capability. The role will include taking ownership of new feature development and contributing to shaping end user requirements into actionable development activities. Key tasks: * Feature development * Providing support to existing users * Implementation of Edge Analytics Proof-of-Concept * Updates to automated testing infrastructure * Debugging and reliability improvements * Performance analysis of Android devices * Contribute to client visits and demos Required: * Android app development (Android Studio/Gradle) * Experience using the Android Camera/camera2/CameraX API * Strong understanding of Android app architecture, particularly the activity life cycle * Java * Python/Flask * Interest in AI & ML Edge Processing Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Infrastructure Automation Engineer, Specialist Salary: Competitive salary and package (Depending on level of experience) Locations: Birmingham (must be willing to travel to client sites throughout the UK on an ad hoc basis) Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Join Accenture Technology and you will become part of the largest and most diverse group of business operations specialists in the world. You will be part of a team which implements public and private cloud technologies and builds and transforms client infrastructure services. This role may either be based on a multi-client delivery center or at client sites for extended period of times when required. You will be required to perform project implementations including design, build and system deployments, including troubleshooting, security and configuration changes. Troubleshooting issues, working with, and managing third party vendors, and aiding internal and external customers. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy data-driven insights. As a Infrastructure Automation Engineer you will be: Required to work independently and be self-motivated, leading a team of other Automation Infrastructure Engineers and Analysts Experienced in the following: Infrastructure Development and Automation: Building use cases and creating infrastructure applications using programming languages such as C#, C++, and Python to process data locally Containerization and Orchestration: Using tools like Docker and Kubernetes to package and manage applications for scalable and efficient deployment. Packaged Application and industry standard APIs such as Revitt, MEF and TMFORUM. Building applications to manage Infrastructure operations (e.g. Juniper APIs) Network Design and Optimisation Activities : Automate cabling designs for their next wave of edge deployments in Colos & PoPs. Automate configuring and management of local networks, as well as integrating with broader network architectures. Scalability and Resource Management: Managing resources efficiently via deployment of scalable infrastructure. Includes knowledge of containerization, virtualization, and orchestration tools to dynamically allocate resources based on demand. Develop innovative data solutions to optimize data generation, collection, and processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and integrity.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Infrastructure Automation Engineer, Specialist Salary: Competitive salary and package (Depending on level of experience) Locations: Birmingham (must be willing to travel to client sites throughout the UK on an ad hoc basis) Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Join Accenture Technology and you will become part of the largest and most diverse group of business operations specialists in the world. You will be part of a team which implements public and private cloud technologies and builds and transforms client infrastructure services. This role may either be based on a multi-client delivery center or at client sites for extended period of times when required. You will be required to perform project implementations including design, build and system deployments, including troubleshooting, security and configuration changes. Troubleshooting issues, working with, and managing third party vendors, and aiding internal and external customers. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy data-driven insights. As a Infrastructure Automation Engineer you will be: Required to work independently and be self-motivated, leading a team of other Automation Infrastructure Engineers and Analysts Experienced in the following: Infrastructure Development and Automation: Building use cases and creating infrastructure applications using programming languages such as C#, C++, and Python to process data locally Containerization and Orchestration: Using tools like Docker and Kubernetes to package and manage applications for scalable and efficient deployment. Packaged Application and industry standard APIs such as Revitt, MEF and TMFORUM. Building applications to manage Infrastructure operations (e.g. Juniper APIs) Network Design and Optimisation Activities : Automate cabling designs for their next wave of edge deployments in Colos & PoPs. Automate configuring and management of local networks, as well as integrating with broader network architectures. Scalability and Resource Management: Managing resources efficiently via deployment of scalable infrastructure. Includes knowledge of containerization, virtualization, and orchestration tools to dynamically allocate resources based on demand. Develop innovative data solutions to optimize data generation, collection, and processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and integrity.
Head of Infrastructure, Network and Security - London Role Title: Head of Network, Infrastructure & Security Reporting To: IT Director Department: IT Location: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time Purpose of the Role The Head of Network, Infrastructure & Security is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational oversight, and technical assurance of the organisation's IT infrastructure, enterprise network, and cybersecurity capabilities. This role underpins the delivery of core IT services and supports business growth by ensuring platforms are secure, resilient, scalable, and aligned to industry best practice. The role operates as a senior subject matter expert, influencing IT strategy, architecture, and operational delivery-without direct line management responsibility. It works collaboratively across internal teams and third-party suppliers and includes ownership of Cyber Essentials accreditation, security audits, infrastructure architecture, cyber security monitoring and business continuity planning. The role is also accountable for identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation and AI-enhanced tooling, while maintaining a hands-on approach when needed-providing mentoring, incident support, and solution design leadership. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the infrastructure and cybersecurity strategy in alignment with business and IT objectives. Provide architectural oversight for infrastructure projects, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. Identify opportunities to introduce automation and AI to improve resilience, monitoring, and incident response. Contribute to IT governance forums, investment planning, and technical decision-making. 2. Infrastructure & Network Services Oversee design, implementation, and management of infrastructure environments. Manage enterprise network services including MPLS, VPN, wireless, and perimeter security. Lead efforts to standardise infrastructure platforms and implement configuration and patch management processes. Ensure high availability, performance, and continuity of core IT services. 3. Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Own the organisation's information security framework, policies, and controls. Lead the annual penetration testing programme and manage remediation activities. Ensure timely and auditable joiner, mover, and leaver access controls. Manage Cyber Essentials accreditation, including preparation, submission, and renewal. Coordinate responses to internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance. Lead the delivery of cybersecurity education and awareness across the business. Maintain and govern documentation relating to security standards, procedures, and risk registers. 4. Business Continuity & Resilience Develop and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BC) playbooks and documentation. Define and validate recovery time objectives (RTOs) and recovery point objectives (RPOs). Lead regular DR testing and continuity exercises in coordination with relevant business units. Identify risks, dependencies, and single points of failure; implement mitigation strategies. 5. Operational Oversight Lead incident management and ensure root cause analysis and service recovery are completed. Oversee monitoring, alerting, and logging platforms to ensure proactive service management. Drive continuous service improvement through analysis of trends, incidents, and feedback. 6. Collaboration & Supplier Management Work closely with the wider business and IT Operations, Applications, Security, and Change teams to support cohesive IT delivery. Provide technical mentorship and subject matter guidance across IT teams. Support hands-on tasks where needed-solution design, troubleshooting, and critical incident response. Manage third-party vendors and MSPs, ensuring service quality, contract compliance, and risk mitigation. Contribute to the planning and management of infrastructure and security budgets. Scope of Responsibility Strategic and technical leadership for infrastructure, network, and security functions. Owner of Cyber Essentials and other security-related certifications. Responsible for BCP/DR planning, documentation, and testing. Oversight of technical service delivery through internal and external partners. Collaboration across all IT functions to ensure platform alignment and secure operations. Support and advise on critical incident response and architecture design decisions. Support for peer IT leadership roles as needed to ensure service continuity. Skills and Experience Essential: Extensive experience (8+ years) in senior infrastructure and/or cybersecurity roles. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, enterprise networking, and cloud architecture. Demonstrable track record of achieving and maintaining security certifications (e.g. Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001). Experience in business continuity planning, DR testing, and IT risk management. Strong grasp of automation tooling, monitoring platforms, and modern IT operations practices. Comfortable working in both strategic and hands-on capacities. Excellent stakeholder communication and influencing skills. Desirable: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP, Azure Solutions Architect, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. Microsoft Administrator certifications, such as: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ITIL, or COBIT. Experience with Microsoft compliance tools (e.g. Microsoft Purview). Exposure to regulated industries or organisations with strict compliance obligations. Key Success Measures Availability, resilience, and performance of core infrastructure and network services. Completion and successful remediation of annual penetration tests. Cyber Essentials and other accreditations obtained and maintained. Documented and tested BCP/DR plans aligned to agreed RTOs and RPOs. Positive outcomes from internal and external security audits. Effective onboarding/offboarding processes and access control documentation. Visible improvements in infrastructure reliability, automation, and service delivery. Positive engagement and collaboration with peers across IT and the wider business.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Head of Infrastructure, Network and Security - London Role Title: Head of Network, Infrastructure & Security Reporting To: IT Director Department: IT Location: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time Purpose of the Role The Head of Network, Infrastructure & Security is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational oversight, and technical assurance of the organisation's IT infrastructure, enterprise network, and cybersecurity capabilities. This role underpins the delivery of core IT services and supports business growth by ensuring platforms are secure, resilient, scalable, and aligned to industry best practice. The role operates as a senior subject matter expert, influencing IT strategy, architecture, and operational delivery-without direct line management responsibility. It works collaboratively across internal teams and third-party suppliers and includes ownership of Cyber Essentials accreditation, security audits, infrastructure architecture, cyber security monitoring and business continuity planning. The role is also accountable for identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation and AI-enhanced tooling, while maintaining a hands-on approach when needed-providing mentoring, incident support, and solution design leadership. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the infrastructure and cybersecurity strategy in alignment with business and IT objectives. Provide architectural oversight for infrastructure projects, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. Identify opportunities to introduce automation and AI to improve resilience, monitoring, and incident response. Contribute to IT governance forums, investment planning, and technical decision-making. 2. Infrastructure & Network Services Oversee design, implementation, and management of infrastructure environments. Manage enterprise network services including MPLS, VPN, wireless, and perimeter security. Lead efforts to standardise infrastructure platforms and implement configuration and patch management processes. Ensure high availability, performance, and continuity of core IT services. 3. Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Own the organisation's information security framework, policies, and controls. Lead the annual penetration testing programme and manage remediation activities. Ensure timely and auditable joiner, mover, and leaver access controls. Manage Cyber Essentials accreditation, including preparation, submission, and renewal. Coordinate responses to internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance. Lead the delivery of cybersecurity education and awareness across the business. Maintain and govern documentation relating to security standards, procedures, and risk registers. 4. Business Continuity & Resilience Develop and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BC) playbooks and documentation. Define and validate recovery time objectives (RTOs) and recovery point objectives (RPOs). Lead regular DR testing and continuity exercises in coordination with relevant business units. Identify risks, dependencies, and single points of failure; implement mitigation strategies. 5. Operational Oversight Lead incident management and ensure root cause analysis and service recovery are completed. Oversee monitoring, alerting, and logging platforms to ensure proactive service management. Drive continuous service improvement through analysis of trends, incidents, and feedback. 6. Collaboration & Supplier Management Work closely with the wider business and IT Operations, Applications, Security, and Change teams to support cohesive IT delivery. Provide technical mentorship and subject matter guidance across IT teams. Support hands-on tasks where needed-solution design, troubleshooting, and critical incident response. Manage third-party vendors and MSPs, ensuring service quality, contract compliance, and risk mitigation. Contribute to the planning and management of infrastructure and security budgets. Scope of Responsibility Strategic and technical leadership for infrastructure, network, and security functions. Owner of Cyber Essentials and other security-related certifications. Responsible for BCP/DR planning, documentation, and testing. Oversight of technical service delivery through internal and external partners. Collaboration across all IT functions to ensure platform alignment and secure operations. Support and advise on critical incident response and architecture design decisions. Support for peer IT leadership roles as needed to ensure service continuity. Skills and Experience Essential: Extensive experience (8+ years) in senior infrastructure and/or cybersecurity roles. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, enterprise networking, and cloud architecture. Demonstrable track record of achieving and maintaining security certifications (e.g. Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001). Experience in business continuity planning, DR testing, and IT risk management. Strong grasp of automation tooling, monitoring platforms, and modern IT operations practices. Comfortable working in both strategic and hands-on capacities. Excellent stakeholder communication and influencing skills. Desirable: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP, Azure Solutions Architect, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. Microsoft Administrator certifications, such as: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ITIL, or COBIT. Experience with Microsoft compliance tools (e.g. Microsoft Purview). Exposure to regulated industries or organisations with strict compliance obligations. Key Success Measures Availability, resilience, and performance of core infrastructure and network services. Completion and successful remediation of annual penetration tests. Cyber Essentials and other accreditations obtained and maintained. Documented and tested BCP/DR plans aligned to agreed RTOs and RPOs. Positive outcomes from internal and external security audits. Effective onboarding/offboarding processes and access control documentation. Visible improvements in infrastructure reliability, automation, and service delivery. Positive engagement and collaboration with peers across IT and the wider business.
