Java/J2EE developer Chester - hybrid 12 month contract Inside ir35 Description: Develops, enhances, debugs, supports, maintains and tests software applications that support business units or supporting functions. These application program solutions may involve diverse development platforms, software, hardware, technologies and tools. Participates in the design, development and implementation of complex applications, often using new technologies. May provide technical direction and system architecture for individual initiatives. Serves as a fully seasoned/proficient technical resource. Will not have direct reports but may lead projects and direct activities of a team related to special initiatives or operations. May have responsibility for a project and project budget. May collaborate with external programmers to coordinate delivery of software application. Routine accountability is for technical knowledge and capabilities. Works under minimal supervision, with general guidance from more seasoned consultants. Driving a shared service strategy and performance culture Relevant IT experience (SDLC- Waterfall / Agile) preferably within a Financial domain Strong experience in Java/J2EE, Web Services, SQL PL/SQL (Oracle) Strong knowledge of XML, JSON and its usage within API and Microservice implementations at scale Familiarity with Eclipse IDE, WebLogic Application server or JBoss Strong experience in Integration Technologies - Mule ESB IDE or equivalent, previous Middleware experiences Knowledge of Test-Driven Development and Unit Testing (Cucumber/Litmus, JUnit) Able to contribute to 1. Automation 2. Causal analysis 3. Develop shared/common solutions. Strong verbal and written communication skills (both to a technical and non-technical audience) Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Innovative thinking, mentoring Operating in a highly Agile continuous integration and continuous deployment environment Bachelor's degree in technical field Mule certification If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Java/J2EE developer Chester - hybrid 12 month contract Inside ir35 Description: Develops, enhances, debugs, supports, maintains and tests software applications that support business units or supporting functions. These application program solutions may involve diverse development platforms, software, hardware, technologies and tools. Participates in the design, development and implementation of complex applications, often using new technologies. May provide technical direction and system architecture for individual initiatives. Serves as a fully seasoned/proficient technical resource. Will not have direct reports but may lead projects and direct activities of a team related to special initiatives or operations. May have responsibility for a project and project budget. May collaborate with external programmers to coordinate delivery of software application. Routine accountability is for technical knowledge and capabilities. Works under minimal supervision, with general guidance from more seasoned consultants. Driving a shared service strategy and performance culture Relevant IT experience (SDLC- Waterfall / Agile) preferably within a Financial domain Strong experience in Java/J2EE, Web Services, SQL PL/SQL (Oracle) Strong knowledge of XML, JSON and its usage within API and Microservice implementations at scale Familiarity with Eclipse IDE, WebLogic Application server or JBoss Strong experience in Integration Technologies - Mule ESB IDE or equivalent, previous Middleware experiences Knowledge of Test-Driven Development and Unit Testing (Cucumber/Litmus, JUnit) Able to contribute to 1. Automation 2. Causal analysis 3. Develop shared/common solutions. Strong verbal and written communication skills (both to a technical and non-technical audience) Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Innovative thinking, mentoring Operating in a highly Agile continuous integration and continuous deployment environment Bachelor's degree in technical field Mule certification If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Exclusive Search - Leading Global Investment Bank Are you a high-performance Java engineer with FX experience? My client, a top-tier global financial institution, is expanding its E-Trading FX Options Strategy team and is seeking a Vice President - Java FX Strategist to help drive one of the bank's most strategic growth areas. This is a rare chance to work at the heart of a cutting-edge FX franchise, owning key components across pricing, market-making, algorithmic trading and ultra-low-latency systems that run globally. You'll join a high-impact team responsible for all quant and technology elements of the bank's electronic FX flows. From core market-making models and price distribution, to aggregators, algos and the bank's single-dealer platform - if it touches electronic FX, it passes through this team. Work closely with trading, sales, quants and globally distributed engineering teams (London & Singapore) to deliver innovative, scalable and latency-sensitive solutions. The Opportunity You'll join a high-impact team responsible for all quant and technology elements of the bank's electronic FX flows. From core market-making models and price distribution, to aggregators, algos and the bank's single-dealer platform - if it touches electronic FX, it passes through this team. Work closely with trading, sales, quants and globally distributed engineering teams (London & Singapore) to deliver innovative, scalable and latency-sensitive solutions. Key Responsibilities Engineer and develop components for FX Options market making , pricing , and algorithmic trading Lead and manage strategic electronic FX Cash and Options projects Collaborate directly with Front Office Trading & Sales teams Contribute to the roadmap for scaling a 24/5.5 global FX platform Skills & experience required 7+ years of Advanced Java in high-performance, low-latency environments 5+ years in Financial Markets , ideally in pricing or market-making Strong understanding of FX microstructure , order management, or regulatory flows Bonus experience: Spring Boot, Gradle, Solace, FIX, concurrent programming, JVM tuning, React/Vue Ability to utilise AI coding assistants effectively while maintaining code quality Strong communicator with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, or a related quantitative field Why Apply? This role suits someone who wants to: ? Work in a Front Office environment with direct impact ? Build ultra-low-latency systems that operate at a global scale ? Join a franchise undergoing major investment and transformation ? Influence architecture, design, and strategic technology decisions Interested? If you'd like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please reach out directly McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Exclusive Search - Leading Global Investment Bank Are you a high-performance Java engineer with FX experience? My client, a top-tier global financial institution, is expanding its E-Trading FX Options Strategy team and is seeking a Vice President - Java FX Strategist to help drive one of the bank's most strategic growth areas. This is a rare chance to work at the heart of a cutting-edge FX franchise, owning key components across pricing, market-making, algorithmic trading and ultra-low-latency systems that run globally. You'll join a high-impact team responsible for all quant and technology elements of the bank's electronic FX flows. From core market-making models and price distribution, to aggregators, algos and the bank's single-dealer platform - if it touches electronic FX, it passes through this team. Work closely with trading, sales, quants and globally distributed engineering teams (London & Singapore) to deliver innovative, scalable and latency-sensitive solutions. The Opportunity You'll join a high-impact team responsible for all quant and technology elements of the bank's electronic FX flows. From core market-making models and price distribution, to aggregators, algos and the bank's single-dealer platform - if it touches electronic FX, it passes through this team. Work closely with trading, sales, quants and globally distributed engineering teams (London & Singapore) to deliver innovative, scalable and latency-sensitive solutions. Key Responsibilities Engineer and develop components for FX Options market making , pricing , and algorithmic trading Lead and manage strategic electronic FX Cash and Options projects Collaborate directly with Front Office Trading & Sales teams Contribute to the roadmap for scaling a 24/5.5 global FX platform Skills & experience required 7+ years of Advanced Java in high-performance, low-latency environments 5+ years in Financial Markets , ideally in pricing or market-making Strong understanding of FX microstructure , order management, or regulatory flows Bonus experience: Spring Boot, Gradle, Solace, FIX, concurrent programming, JVM tuning, React/Vue Ability to utilise AI coding assistants effectively while maintaining code quality Strong communicator with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, or a related quantitative field Why Apply? This role suits someone who wants to: ? Work in a Front Office environment with direct impact ? Build ultra-low-latency systems that operate at a global scale ? Join a franchise undergoing major investment and transformation ? Influence architecture, design, and strategic technology decisions Interested? If you'd like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please reach out directly McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
Town Planner - Cardiff £32,000-£42,000 + benefits + flexible working Progressive Urban & Planning Consultancy I'm working exclusively with a dynamic, forward-thinking urban-planning and design consultancy that has established an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable planning solutions across Wales and beyond. Their Cardiff office is now seeking an experienced Town Planner to join the team. The Role As Town Planner, you will: Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications across residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments. Lead site assessments, feasibility studies, and masterplanning exercises. Liaise and build strong working relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients. Provide planning advice and recommendations, including policy analysis and interpretation. Support wider project teams including designers, architects, and environmental consultants. What You'll Bring A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town & Country Planning, Urban Planning, or a relevant field. Experience working in a planning or consultancy environment, with a proven track record in successful planning applications. Strong knowledge of planning legislation and local development frameworks in Wales. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail. Why Join? Work with a respected consultancy committed to sustainable, high-quality development and urban design. A collaborative, supportive, and creative working environment where your input will shape real developments in Wales. Opportunities for career growth and professional development, including support for chartership or professional qualifications. Flexible working arrangements and a good work-life balance. Exposure to a broad mix of development types - from housing to commercial and mixed-use schemes. Interested? If you are a capable and motivated Town Planner looking for a role where you can make an impact, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. I'd be happy to share the full job brief, details about the team structure and long-term career development opportunities.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Town Planner - Cardiff £32,000-£42,000 + benefits + flexible working Progressive Urban & Planning Consultancy I'm working exclusively with a dynamic, forward-thinking urban-planning and design consultancy that has established an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable planning solutions across Wales and beyond. Their Cardiff office is now seeking an experienced Town Planner to join the team. The Role As Town Planner, you will: Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications across residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments. Lead site assessments, feasibility studies, and masterplanning exercises. Liaise and build strong working relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients. Provide planning advice and recommendations, including policy analysis and interpretation. Support wider project teams including designers, architects, and environmental consultants. What You'll Bring A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town & Country Planning, Urban Planning, or a relevant field. Experience working in a planning or consultancy environment, with a proven track record in successful planning applications. Strong knowledge of planning legislation and local development frameworks in Wales. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail. Why Join? Work with a respected consultancy committed to sustainable, high-quality development and urban design. A collaborative, supportive, and creative working environment where your input will shape real developments in Wales. Opportunities for career growth and professional development, including support for chartership or professional qualifications. Flexible working arrangements and a good work-life balance. Exposure to a broad mix of development types - from housing to commercial and mixed-use schemes. Interested? If you are a capable and motivated Town Planner looking for a role where you can make an impact, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. I'd be happy to share the full job brief, details about the team structure and long-term career development opportunities.
We are a growing Managed Services Provider specialising in secure, scalable cloud platforms for customer-facing websites and mobile applications. We're looking for an Azure Engineer with strong experience in Azure web hosting, Infrastructure as Code, and Kubernetes (AKS) to support and enhance customer environments. This role is heavily hands-on , working with production systems used by real customers, where automation, reliability, and performance matter. Key Responsibilities Azure Web & Application Hosting Design, configure, and maintain Azure web and application hosting platforms Deploy infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Ansible) Build repeatable, secure hosting patterns for customer websites Optimise performance, availability, and cost across Azure services Kubernetes & Container Platforms Configure and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments Support containerised mobile and web applications running in AKS Manage cluster upgrades, scaling, monitoring, and resilience Work with developers to support container deployments and releases MSP Service Delivery Support multiple customer environments within an MSP operating model Troubleshoot hosting and application platform issues Participate in planned changes, releases, and occasional out-of-hours maintenance Maintain clear documentation and contribute to service improvements Essential Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure , particularly for website and application hosting Strong experience using Terraform and/or Ansible for Infrastructure as Code Experience configuring and supporting Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Good understanding of containerised workloads for web and mobile applications Strong Linux skills (especially Debian/Ubuntu-based systems) Understanding of cloud networking concepts (VNets, load balancers, gateways) Management and configuration of Linux Servers (especially Debian-based) Microsoft 365 (inc. Entra, Intune, Exchange Online, Defender) Networking technologies (Switches, Firewalls, ZTNA solutions) Cloud backups (eg Wasabi) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced MSP environment Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset Self-motivated, delivery-focused, and comfortable owning platforms end-to-end Desirable Skills Experience supporting workloads across multiple Azure tenants CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar) Experience with Azure Application Gateway or Azure Load Balancer Kubernetes experience beyond AKS (EKS, on-prem) Microsoft AZ-104 or higher certification Why Join Us? Specialise in real-world Azure website and platform engineering Hands-on work with AKS, automation, and modern cloud architectures Exposure to a wide range of customers and production environments Opportunity to influence standards, tooling, and automation approaches Clear progression into Senior Azure Engineer, Platform Lead, or DevOps roles
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
We are a growing Managed Services Provider specialising in secure, scalable cloud platforms for customer-facing websites and mobile applications. We're looking for an Azure Engineer with strong experience in Azure web hosting, Infrastructure as Code, and Kubernetes (AKS) to support and enhance customer environments. This role is heavily hands-on , working with production systems used by real customers, where automation, reliability, and performance matter. Key Responsibilities Azure Web & Application Hosting Design, configure, and maintain Azure web and application hosting platforms Deploy infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Ansible) Build repeatable, secure hosting patterns for customer websites Optimise performance, availability, and cost across Azure services Kubernetes & Container Platforms Configure and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments Support containerised mobile and web applications running in AKS Manage cluster upgrades, scaling, monitoring, and resilience Work with developers to support container deployments and releases MSP Service Delivery Support multiple customer environments within an MSP operating model Troubleshoot hosting and application platform issues Participate in planned changes, releases, and occasional out-of-hours maintenance Maintain clear documentation and contribute to service improvements Essential Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure , particularly for website and application hosting Strong experience using Terraform and/or Ansible for Infrastructure as Code Experience configuring and supporting Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Good understanding of containerised workloads for web and mobile applications Strong Linux skills (especially Debian/Ubuntu-based systems) Understanding of cloud networking concepts (VNets, load balancers, gateways) Management and configuration of Linux Servers (especially Debian-based) Microsoft 365 (inc. Entra, Intune, Exchange Online, Defender) Networking technologies (Switches, Firewalls, ZTNA solutions) Cloud backups (eg Wasabi) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced MSP environment Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset Self-motivated, delivery-focused, and comfortable owning platforms end-to-end Desirable Skills Experience supporting workloads across multiple Azure tenants CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar) Experience with Azure Application Gateway or Azure Load Balancer Kubernetes experience beyond AKS (EKS, on-prem) Microsoft AZ-104 or higher certification Why Join Us? Specialise in real-world Azure website and platform engineering Hands-on work with AKS, automation, and modern cloud architectures Exposure to a wide range of customers and production environments Opportunity to influence standards, tooling, and automation approaches Clear progression into Senior Azure Engineer, Platform Lead, or DevOps roles
We are looking for a senior Data Science Practitioner to lead the charge in designing and delivering AI/ML-based decision-making frameworks. You won't just build models; you will be the architect of business outcomes, translating complex data into measurable value.As a subject matter expert, you will mentor a high-performing team, manage cross-functional integrations, and stay at the bleeding edge of AI (RAG, MCP, and SageMaker) to keep our projects ahead of the curve. What You'll Do Architect Decision Systems: Design innovative AI/ML models that don't just predict-they drive strategic business decisions. Lead & Mentor: Act as the technical North Star for the team, making key decisions and guiding junior scientists in best practices. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with software engineering and product teams to integrate models into the SDLC and existing workflows. Measure Impact: Define and justify the ROI of AI solutions to stakeholders through rigorous evaluation frameworks. Your Technical Toolkit Advanced Mastery: Data Science & Machine Learning. Cloud Expertise: Intermediate+ proficiency in Amazon SageMaker . Modern AI: Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Model Context Protocol (MCP) . Engineering Rigor: Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) . Please let me know if you would be interested Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
We are looking for a senior Data Science Practitioner to lead the charge in designing and delivering AI/ML-based decision-making frameworks. You won't just build models; you will be the architect of business outcomes, translating complex data into measurable value.As a subject matter expert, you will mentor a high-performing team, manage cross-functional integrations, and stay at the bleeding edge of AI (RAG, MCP, and SageMaker) to keep our projects ahead of the curve. What You'll Do Architect Decision Systems: Design innovative AI/ML models that don't just predict-they drive strategic business decisions. Lead & Mentor: Act as the technical North Star for the team, making key decisions and guiding junior scientists in best practices. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with software engineering and product teams to integrate models into the SDLC and existing workflows. Measure Impact: Define and justify the ROI of AI solutions to stakeholders through rigorous evaluation frameworks. Your Technical Toolkit Advanced Mastery: Data Science & Machine Learning. Cloud Expertise: Intermediate+ proficiency in Amazon SageMaker . Modern AI: Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Model Context Protocol (MCP) . Engineering Rigor: Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) . Please let me know if you would be interested Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Infrastructure Technical Lead + 12 month ongoing assignment + Outside IR35 + £650 to £770 per day + Hampshire based + Role requires DV Clearance Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Technical Lead to support a highly secure military programme. This role sits at the sharp end of defence IT, leading infrastructure design, implementation, and ongoing technical assurance across mission-critical systems. You will be the technical authority for infrastructure decisions, working closely with military stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to ensure systems are secure, resilient, interoperable, and fit for operational use. Key Responsibilities Act as Technical Lead for infrastructure within a secure military environment Lead the design, build, and assurance of on-premise and restricted network infrastructure Provide hands-on expertise across server, platform, and core infrastructure services Own technical decisions and ensure alignment with defence security standards and policies Lead and mentor engineers, setting technical direction and best practice Work closely with architects and delivery leads to ensure interoperability between systems, networks, and platforms Support integration of Legacy military systems with newer infrastructure solutions Ensure infrastructure is designed for resilience, availability, and operational continuity Engage confidently with senior military and MOD stakeholders Produce and review technical documentation suitable for secure and audited environments Essential Experience Proven experience working on military or defence IT infrastructure projects Strong background in highly secure/classified environments Deep experience with server infrastructure (Windows Server essential; Linux desirable) Strong expertise in Microsoft Exchange (secure configurations, migrations, hybrid models where applicable) Demonstrable experience delivering interoperable infrastructure solutions across complex estates Experience working with restricted networks, air-gapped environments, or cross-domain solutions Strong understanding of infrastructure security principles within defence or government frameworks Previous experience in a technical lead or senior infrastructure role Technical Skills (Core) Windows Server (design, hardening, life cycle management) Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy Microsoft Exchange (on-prem/secure hybrid environments) Virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) Secure networking concepts and dependencies Backup, DR, and high-availability design Infrastructure documentation and technical assurance Desirable Experience Experience working with MOD, NATO, or allied defence environments Knowledge of defence security standards and accreditation processes Experience integrating Legacy systems in operational environments Exposure to secure platform modernisation or transformation programmes
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Infrastructure Technical Lead + 12 month ongoing assignment + Outside IR35 + £650 to £770 per day + Hampshire based + Role requires DV Clearance Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Technical Lead to support a highly secure military programme. This role sits at the sharp end of defence IT, leading infrastructure design, implementation, and ongoing technical assurance across mission-critical systems. You will be the technical authority for infrastructure decisions, working closely with military stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to ensure systems are secure, resilient, interoperable, and fit for operational use. Key Responsibilities Act as Technical Lead for infrastructure within a secure military environment Lead the design, build, and assurance of on-premise and restricted network infrastructure Provide hands-on expertise across server, platform, and core infrastructure services Own technical decisions and ensure alignment with defence security standards and policies Lead and mentor engineers, setting technical direction and best practice Work closely with architects and delivery leads to ensure interoperability between systems, networks, and platforms Support integration of Legacy military systems with newer infrastructure solutions Ensure infrastructure is designed for resilience, availability, and operational continuity Engage confidently with senior military and MOD stakeholders Produce and review technical documentation suitable for secure and audited environments Essential Experience Proven experience working on military or defence IT infrastructure projects Strong background in highly secure/classified environments Deep experience with server infrastructure (Windows Server essential; Linux desirable) Strong expertise in Microsoft Exchange (secure configurations, migrations, hybrid models where applicable) Demonstrable experience delivering interoperable infrastructure solutions across complex estates Experience working with restricted networks, air-gapped environments, or cross-domain solutions Strong understanding of infrastructure security principles within defence or government frameworks Previous experience in a technical lead or senior infrastructure role Technical Skills (Core) Windows Server (design, hardening, life cycle management) Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy Microsoft Exchange (on-prem/secure hybrid environments) Virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) Secure networking concepts and dependencies Backup, DR, and high-availability design Infrastructure documentation and technical assurance Desirable Experience Experience working with MOD, NATO, or allied defence environments Knowledge of defence security standards and accreditation processes Experience integrating Legacy systems in operational environments Exposure to secure platform modernisation or transformation programmes
A leading building services consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join its senior management team. This role is ideal for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership capability and a commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions. About the Role As an Associate, you will take on a significant leadership position, managing a team of engineers and overseeing their workload, development, and overall wellbeing. Alongside team management, you will lead multiple projects, taking responsibility for fee management, resource planning and ensuring successful, timely delivery. You will also act externally as a representative of the business, leading client meetings, contributing to presentations, and playing a key role in developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor and support a team of engineers, managing day-to-day workload and professional development. Foster a positive, high-performing team culture. Contribute to company-wide labour forecasting and resource planning. Project Delivery & Technical Leadership Serve as Project Lead on multiple schemes, managing fees, resources, timelines and project delivery. Lead engineering design and coordinate building services across all project stages. Provide technical guidance, develop innovative solutions and contribute to technical knowledge development within the team. Client & Business Engagement Attend and lead external client meetings, presentations and design reviews. Build and maintain strong client and architect relationships. Identify new business opportunities and support wider business development efforts. Compliance, Standards & Innovation Ensure all engineering designs meet building regulations, planning requirements, British Standards and CIBSE guidelines. Demonstrate awareness of current trends in environmental design and sustainability. Promote internal processes, support CPD, and uphold the organisation s culture and values. Requirements Minimum 8 years experience as a building services engineer. Chartered Engineer (CIBSE, IMechE or IET). Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or similar). Strong understanding of building regulations, planning policy and sustainability. Proficiency with IES and AutoCAD, plus experience using Revit/BIM. Demonstrated experience managing junior engineers and leading multidisciplinary projects. Ability to manage project finances and resources effectively. Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills. Commercial awareness with the ability to build lasting client relationships. Desirable Experience successfully managing a full engineering team, demonstrating strong results in project profitability, client satisfaction and staff development. What s on Offer This opportunity offers the chance to join a senior leadership environment where you ll influence technical direction, contribute to strategic growth and oversee the delivery of high-quality engineering design across a diverse project portfolio.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
A leading building services consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join its senior management team. This role is ideal for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership capability and a commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions. About the Role As an Associate, you will take on a significant leadership position, managing a team of engineers and overseeing their workload, development, and overall wellbeing. Alongside team management, you will lead multiple projects, taking responsibility for fee management, resource planning and ensuring successful, timely delivery. You will also act externally as a representative of the business, leading client meetings, contributing to presentations, and playing a key role in developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor and support a team of engineers, managing day-to-day workload and professional development. Foster a positive, high-performing team culture. Contribute to company-wide labour forecasting and resource planning. Project Delivery & Technical Leadership Serve as Project Lead on multiple schemes, managing fees, resources, timelines and project delivery. Lead engineering design and coordinate building services across all project stages. Provide technical guidance, develop innovative solutions and contribute to technical knowledge development within the team. Client & Business Engagement Attend and lead external client meetings, presentations and design reviews. Build and maintain strong client and architect relationships. Identify new business opportunities and support wider business development efforts. Compliance, Standards & Innovation Ensure all engineering designs meet building regulations, planning requirements, British Standards and CIBSE guidelines. Demonstrate awareness of current trends in environmental design and sustainability. Promote internal processes, support CPD, and uphold the organisation s culture and values. Requirements Minimum 8 years experience as a building services engineer. Chartered Engineer (CIBSE, IMechE or IET). Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or similar). Strong understanding of building regulations, planning policy and sustainability. Proficiency with IES and AutoCAD, plus experience using Revit/BIM. Demonstrated experience managing junior engineers and leading multidisciplinary projects. Ability to manage project finances and resources effectively. Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills. Commercial awareness with the ability to build lasting client relationships. Desirable Experience successfully managing a full engineering team, demonstrating strong results in project profitability, client satisfaction and staff development. What s on Offer This opportunity offers the chance to join a senior leadership environment where you ll influence technical direction, contribute to strategic growth and oversee the delivery of high-quality engineering design across a diverse project portfolio.
Konker is recruiting for an Architect to join one of the UKs leading healthcare architecture practices. You will be responsible for providing supportive spaces for both patients and professionals. With the opportunity to lead healthcare projects across the UK, making contributions from their office, a stunning countryside barn conversion. This is a hybrid position with 3 days required in the office and 2 days from the comfort of your own home. With numerous NHS partnerships and several well-established frameworks, you can guarantee excellent exposure to superior healthcare architecture solutions, right from start to finish. As the Architect, you will be running and managing your own projects whilst also working as part of the design team on larger-scale projects. Their current team boasts around 65 experts, offering a great amount of exposure to industry knowledge and opportunities to collaborate. Salary & Package: Architect £33,000 -£39,000 per annum (DOE) Hybrid Working - Two days at home after probation Discretionary end-of-year bonus Private healthcare after 1-year service Pension - Employer Contribution 4% Holiday - 23 Days + Bank/Public Hols Free on-site parking ARB Membership fee paid If you would like more details about this role or one similar in the area, please contact Curtis Hunter at Konker Group. Position: Architect Location: Outskirts of Preston
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Konker is recruiting for an Architect to join one of the UKs leading healthcare architecture practices. You will be responsible for providing supportive spaces for both patients and professionals. With the opportunity to lead healthcare projects across the UK, making contributions from their office, a stunning countryside barn conversion. This is a hybrid position with 3 days required in the office and 2 days from the comfort of your own home. With numerous NHS partnerships and several well-established frameworks, you can guarantee excellent exposure to superior healthcare architecture solutions, right from start to finish. As the Architect, you will be running and managing your own projects whilst also working as part of the design team on larger-scale projects. Their current team boasts around 65 experts, offering a great amount of exposure to industry knowledge and opportunities to collaborate. Salary & Package: Architect £33,000 -£39,000 per annum (DOE) Hybrid Working - Two days at home after probation Discretionary end-of-year bonus Private healthcare after 1-year service Pension - Employer Contribution 4% Holiday - 23 Days + Bank/Public Hols Free on-site parking ARB Membership fee paid If you would like more details about this role or one similar in the area, please contact Curtis Hunter at Konker Group. Position: Architect Location: Outskirts of Preston
Summary Dext is a fast-growing fintech transforming bookkeeping through AI and machine learning. Our platform empowers businesses, accountants, and bookkeepers to simplify accounting processes and make smarter, more timely financial decisions. In 2024, Dext joined the IRIS Software Group, further strengthening our ability to deliver end-to-end accountancy solutions. We've achieved 99.5% data accuracy, saved over 35 million hours of manual data entry, and are trusted by 12,000 firms and 700,000 businesses globally. With integrations across all major accounting software and over 11,500 financial sources, we're proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the accounting space. Dext is looking for a Director of Financial Control who will lead our global accounting function, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, strong controls, and scalable processes to support continued growth. This role reports directly to Dext's VP of Finance and manages a team of 12 (with 9 direct reports) covering financial accounting, AP, AR, banking, financial systems and payroll over a number of geographies. Job Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for accounting and compliance across the UK, France, Australia and North America. Ensuring clean and efficient audits and all statutory reporting. Work with outsourced accountants to meet deadlines and deal with queries Lead the modernisation of Dext's financial engine, architecting and deploying automation and AI solutions to transform the month-end close and deliver a fast, insights-led reporting process. Work closely with the FP&A team to achieve a seamless, efficient and insightful month-end process including ownership of the management accounts and high level analysis. Create and implement new controls, continuously improving existing ones and achieve compliance with relevant control frameworks. Treasury management and managing the banking relationships across the group. Lead, develop and coach a team of 12, setting clear objectives and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture. Work closely with the IRIS finance team to fulfill group audit and reporting requirements as well as exchanging best practice and aligning common processes where practical. Lead significant finance transformation initiatives, such as the conversion to IFRS reporting. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles Strong business partnering and interpersonal skills Organised, flexible and easily adaptable to changing conditions Ability to work well in high pressure situations to meet deadlines Strong project management skills Ability to multi-task and manage numerous simultaneous priorities High energy, high ownership of work product and dedication and commitment to driving results Requirements 10+ years progressive accounting experience, including several years in a senior management role Experience managing and developing sizeable accounting teams Experience in a SaaS environment or accounting firm Accounting degree and/or chartered accountant qualification NetSuite experience desirable Willing to work flexible hours as required for month-end close and financial reporting process Proven experience leading audits and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Summary Dext is a fast-growing fintech transforming bookkeeping through AI and machine learning. Our platform empowers businesses, accountants, and bookkeepers to simplify accounting processes and make smarter, more timely financial decisions. In 2024, Dext joined the IRIS Software Group, further strengthening our ability to deliver end-to-end accountancy solutions. We've achieved 99.5% data accuracy, saved over 35 million hours of manual data entry, and are trusted by 12,000 firms and 700,000 businesses globally. With integrations across all major accounting software and over 11,500 financial sources, we're proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the accounting space. Dext is looking for a Director of Financial Control who will lead our global accounting function, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, strong controls, and scalable processes to support continued growth. This role reports directly to Dext's VP of Finance and manages a team of 12 (with 9 direct reports) covering financial accounting, AP, AR, banking, financial systems and payroll over a number of geographies. Job Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for accounting and compliance across the UK, France, Australia and North America. Ensuring clean and efficient audits and all statutory reporting. Work with outsourced accountants to meet deadlines and deal with queries Lead the modernisation of Dext's financial engine, architecting and deploying automation and AI solutions to transform the month-end close and deliver a fast, insights-led reporting process. Work closely with the FP&A team to achieve a seamless, efficient and insightful month-end process including ownership of the management accounts and high level analysis. Create and implement new controls, continuously improving existing ones and achieve compliance with relevant control frameworks. Treasury management and managing the banking relationships across the group. Lead, develop and coach a team of 12, setting clear objectives and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture. Work closely with the IRIS finance team to fulfill group audit and reporting requirements as well as exchanging best practice and aligning common processes where practical. Lead significant finance transformation initiatives, such as the conversion to IFRS reporting. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles Strong business partnering and interpersonal skills Organised, flexible and easily adaptable to changing conditions Ability to work well in high pressure situations to meet deadlines Strong project management skills Ability to multi-task and manage numerous simultaneous priorities High energy, high ownership of work product and dedication and commitment to driving results Requirements 10+ years progressive accounting experience, including several years in a senior management role Experience managing and developing sizeable accounting teams Experience in a SaaS environment or accounting firm Accounting degree and/or chartered accountant qualification NetSuite experience desirable Willing to work flexible hours as required for month-end close and financial reporting process Proven experience leading audits and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions
End Date Monday 16 February 2026 Salary Range £72,702 - £80,780 Flexible Working Options Flexibility in when hours are worked, Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary . Job Description Job Title: Senior Solutions Architect Salary: £72,702 - £80,780 Location: Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds Hours: Full time Working Pattern: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week currently at one of the above offices.Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. About this opportunity The purpose of the Senior Solution Architect is to design and communicate the technology solutions with an architectural significance that deliver our key outcomes or epics, They create the designs to meet our quality, resilience and technical objectives. They contribute to the definition of the solution architecture forward look.You'll help accelerate the delivery of business applications to our strategic cloud platforms, supporting and empowering our business to deliver the very best technical solutions quickly & safely.You'll be working alongside Lead Solution Architects and Engineering Teams bringing and expert knowledge of Infrastructure Architecture in order to design and deliver Hybrid Cloud solutions across our private and public cloud hosted environments to enable product delivery and transformation.We'll look to you to influence and promote collaboration across business platforms and labs on the solution delivery. Partnering with platform and business teams to you'll elaborate the solution and the infrastructure components, validating technology assumptions and helping make complex design decisions. Align to a business platform responsible for a banking product or service, where we influence their strategy and direction. Owning the hybrid cloud design and governance, driving resolution through iteration focussing on resilience, simplicity and with sustainability in mind. Turning requirements and specifications into hybrid cloud designs; shaping key design decisions and iterating ideas as you go. Providing consultancy and cost estimates, to ensure your business platform can budget accordingly and make informed strategic decisions. Using your experience of leading Suppliers, SMEs and Supply Lines to write work packages that are clear, understood and delivered on time. Support the wide function to enable the automation of key infrastructure blueprints and patterns. Taking a lead in all aspects of infrastructure throughout the delivery lifecycle, including: Working with Lead Solution Architects and Senior Solution Archtect to design and deliver hybrid cloud designs. Working with labs to formulate plans and understand costs for any technical delivery. Engaging suppliers and internal delivery teams to deliver in an agile manner. Coordinating build activities with internal or 3rd party service providers Collaborating with service owners to ensure systems are properly tested and supported following go-live What you'll need Experienced in the design/architecture of Hybrid Cloud solutions in an enterprise environment, e.g. IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Middleware, Storage, Network and Databases. Experience of Public & Private Cloud Platforms, concepts and technologies including Azure, GCP and AWS. Integration Architecture across private and public cloud platforms. Skilled at producing quality concise design documentation. Hands-On experience of end-to-end project delivery, working with Agile delivery models including modern software development and deployment practices Understanding of building applications through containerised microservices-based architectures. Be able to provide technical leadership in a complex multi-vendor environment. The ability to communicate and collaborate complex technical concepts clearly to peers and leadership level colleagues. About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms.We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture.We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative.And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups.We're disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know.We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Join our journey! At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. With 320 years under our belt, we're used to change, and today is no different. Join us and help drive this change, shaping the future of finance whilst working at pace to deliver for our customers.Here, you'll do the best work of your career. Your impact will be amplified by our scale as you learn and develop, gaining skills for the future.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
End Date Monday 16 February 2026 Salary Range £72,702 - £80,780 Flexible Working Options Flexibility in when hours are worked, Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary . Job Description Job Title: Senior Solutions Architect Salary: £72,702 - £80,780 Location: Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds Hours: Full time Working Pattern: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week currently at one of the above offices.Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. About this opportunity The purpose of the Senior Solution Architect is to design and communicate the technology solutions with an architectural significance that deliver our key outcomes or epics, They create the designs to meet our quality, resilience and technical objectives. They contribute to the definition of the solution architecture forward look.You'll help accelerate the delivery of business applications to our strategic cloud platforms, supporting and empowering our business to deliver the very best technical solutions quickly & safely.You'll be working alongside Lead Solution Architects and Engineering Teams bringing and expert knowledge of Infrastructure Architecture in order to design and deliver Hybrid Cloud solutions across our private and public cloud hosted environments to enable product delivery and transformation.We'll look to you to influence and promote collaboration across business platforms and labs on the solution delivery. Partnering with platform and business teams to you'll elaborate the solution and the infrastructure components, validating technology assumptions and helping make complex design decisions. Align to a business platform responsible for a banking product or service, where we influence their strategy and direction. Owning the hybrid cloud design and governance, driving resolution through iteration focussing on resilience, simplicity and with sustainability in mind. Turning requirements and specifications into hybrid cloud designs; shaping key design decisions and iterating ideas as you go. Providing consultancy and cost estimates, to ensure your business platform can budget accordingly and make informed strategic decisions. Using your experience of leading Suppliers, SMEs and Supply Lines to write work packages that are clear, understood and delivered on time. Support the wide function to enable the automation of key infrastructure blueprints and patterns. Taking a lead in all aspects of infrastructure throughout the delivery lifecycle, including: Working with Lead Solution Architects and Senior Solution Archtect to design and deliver hybrid cloud designs. Working with labs to formulate plans and understand costs for any technical delivery. Engaging suppliers and internal delivery teams to deliver in an agile manner. Coordinating build activities with internal or 3rd party service providers Collaborating with service owners to ensure systems are properly tested and supported following go-live What you'll need Experienced in the design/architecture of Hybrid Cloud solutions in an enterprise environment, e.g. IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Middleware, Storage, Network and Databases. Experience of Public & Private Cloud Platforms, concepts and technologies including Azure, GCP and AWS. Integration Architecture across private and public cloud platforms. Skilled at producing quality concise design documentation. Hands-On experience of end-to-end project delivery, working with Agile delivery models including modern software development and deployment practices Understanding of building applications through containerised microservices-based architectures. Be able to provide technical leadership in a complex multi-vendor environment. The ability to communicate and collaborate complex technical concepts clearly to peers and leadership level colleagues. About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms.We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture.We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative.And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups.We're disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know.We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Join our journey! At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. With 320 years under our belt, we're used to change, and today is no different. Join us and help drive this change, shaping the future of finance whilst working at pace to deliver for our customers.Here, you'll do the best work of your career. Your impact will be amplified by our scale as you learn and develop, gaining skills for the future.
A leading building services consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to take a senior technical and project leadership role within their team. This position is ideal for a highly capable engineer with strong design expertise, excellent client-facing skills and a solid track record of delivering coordinated building services solutions across multiple projects. About the Role As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will act as Project Lead on multiple projects, responsible for managing fees, resources, design development and overall delivery. You will be confident producing and reviewing electrical building services designs, including concepts, calculations, drawings, specifications and schedules. You will also supervise and mentor junior engineers, ensuring quality and consistency throughout all design stages. In this client-facing role, you will serve as the primary point of contact on the projects you lead, attending presentations, design team meetings and regular site visits. You will build strong relationships with clients, architects and contractors, ensuring their aspirations are reflected in the design and contributing to repeat business opportunities. Key Responsibilities Project & Technical Leadership Lead multiple electrical engineering projects from concept to completion as Project Lead. Manage project fees, resources and successful delivery across all stages. Produce and oversee design packages including drawings, reports, specifications and technical schedules. Carry out and review engineering tasks including load calculations, modelling, equipment sizing and technical analysis. Coordinate building services designs with internal mechanical and sustainability specialists, as well as the wider external design team. Client Engagement & Communication Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants and contractors on assigned projects. Attend and contribute to design meetings, presentations and site visits. Understand and capture the project brief and client aspirations, ensuring the design meets functional, technical and commercial requirements. Build strong professional relationships and support the development of repeat business. Team Development & Collaboration Supervise and support junior engineers, delegating tasks appropriately and reviewing their work. Share technical knowledge, offer guidance and contribute to professional development within the team. Communicate design ideas effectively and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines. Compliance, Quality & Professional Standards Ensure all designs comply with building regulations, planning policy, British Standards, CIBSE guidelines and CDM regulations. Work with manufacturers and utility providers to evaluate technical solutions and ensure compliance with project requirements. Undertake regular CPD in line with IET, CIBSE or IMechE guidance. Follow internal processes and contribute positively to company culture, values and technical standards. Requirements Minimum 8 years experience as an electrical engineer in building services. Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE or IMechE). Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline. Strong understanding of environmental design, building services systems, sustainability and their impact on electrical design. Thorough knowledge of building regulations, British Standards and industry guidelines. Proficiency with AutoCAD and experience using Revit/BIM. Experience leading projects and managing junior engineers. Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and maintain excellent attention to detail. High integrity and commitment to quality. Desirable Experience managing project finances and resourcing. Business development experience with an ability to generate repeat work. What s on Offer This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to step into a visible leadership role, influence technical direction, deliver innovative solutions and play a key part in developing high-quality building services projects across a varied portfolio.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
A leading building services consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to take a senior technical and project leadership role within their team. This position is ideal for a highly capable engineer with strong design expertise, excellent client-facing skills and a solid track record of delivering coordinated building services solutions across multiple projects. About the Role As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will act as Project Lead on multiple projects, responsible for managing fees, resources, design development and overall delivery. You will be confident producing and reviewing electrical building services designs, including concepts, calculations, drawings, specifications and schedules. You will also supervise and mentor junior engineers, ensuring quality and consistency throughout all design stages. In this client-facing role, you will serve as the primary point of contact on the projects you lead, attending presentations, design team meetings and regular site visits. You will build strong relationships with clients, architects and contractors, ensuring their aspirations are reflected in the design and contributing to repeat business opportunities. Key Responsibilities Project & Technical Leadership Lead multiple electrical engineering projects from concept to completion as Project Lead. Manage project fees, resources and successful delivery across all stages. Produce and oversee design packages including drawings, reports, specifications and technical schedules. Carry out and review engineering tasks including load calculations, modelling, equipment sizing and technical analysis. Coordinate building services designs with internal mechanical and sustainability specialists, as well as the wider external design team. Client Engagement & Communication Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants and contractors on assigned projects. Attend and contribute to design meetings, presentations and site visits. Understand and capture the project brief and client aspirations, ensuring the design meets functional, technical and commercial requirements. Build strong professional relationships and support the development of repeat business. Team Development & Collaboration Supervise and support junior engineers, delegating tasks appropriately and reviewing their work. Share technical knowledge, offer guidance and contribute to professional development within the team. Communicate design ideas effectively and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines. Compliance, Quality & Professional Standards Ensure all designs comply with building regulations, planning policy, British Standards, CIBSE guidelines and CDM regulations. Work with manufacturers and utility providers to evaluate technical solutions and ensure compliance with project requirements. Undertake regular CPD in line with IET, CIBSE or IMechE guidance. Follow internal processes and contribute positively to company culture, values and technical standards. Requirements Minimum 8 years experience as an electrical engineer in building services. Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE or IMechE). Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline. Strong understanding of environmental design, building services systems, sustainability and their impact on electrical design. Thorough knowledge of building regulations, British Standards and industry guidelines. Proficiency with AutoCAD and experience using Revit/BIM. Experience leading projects and managing junior engineers. Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and maintain excellent attention to detail. High integrity and commitment to quality. Desirable Experience managing project finances and resourcing. Business development experience with an ability to generate repeat work. What s on Offer This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to step into a visible leadership role, influence technical direction, deliver innovative solutions and play a key part in developing high-quality building services projects across a varied portfolio.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Design and implement scalable APIs and backend services, primarily in Scala, to integrate ML models into production systems and deliver personalised experiences. Real time data processing and gRPC microservices (Typelevel stack). Take end-to-end ownership of services, from development to production operations Optimising the performance of the application in the cloud environments Creating/improving automated pipelines that support our Continuous Delivery process Build, scale and maintain large scale cloud-based services Work closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and product teams to align technical solutions with business goals. Refining the team processes to continuously integrate and working towards a continuously deliverable application. Championing best practices to develop clean, resilient code that performs at serious scale. Coaching and providing feedback to fellow developers. What you'll bring Strong software engineering skills with experience in Scala, ideally the typelevel stack (bonus if you have exposure to Golang and Python). Interest in machine learning, personalisation systems and cloud technology - even if you haven't worked extensively in ML before. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade APIs and backend services, including responsibility for reliability, performance, and on-call support. Hands-on experience working with data processing frameworks and distributed systems used to ingest, process, and store large-scale datasets, with an understanding of scalability, fault tolerance, and performance considerations. Practical experience with modern software development practices, including automated CI/CD pipelines, containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker), and deploying applications to cloud environments (e.g., AWS or GCP). Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies and approaches. Ability to challenge technical choices, architecture, tools and processes Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Design and implement scalable APIs and backend services, primarily in Scala, to integrate ML models into production systems and deliver personalised experiences. Real time data processing and gRPC microservices (Typelevel stack). Take end-to-end ownership of services, from development to production operations Optimising the performance of the application in the cloud environments Creating/improving automated pipelines that support our Continuous Delivery process Build, scale and maintain large scale cloud-based services Work closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and product teams to align technical solutions with business goals. Refining the team processes to continuously integrate and working towards a continuously deliverable application. Championing best practices to develop clean, resilient code that performs at serious scale. Coaching and providing feedback to fellow developers. What you'll bring Strong software engineering skills with experience in Scala, ideally the typelevel stack (bonus if you have exposure to Golang and Python). Interest in machine learning, personalisation systems and cloud technology - even if you haven't worked extensively in ML before. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade APIs and backend services, including responsibility for reliability, performance, and on-call support. Hands-on experience working with data processing frameworks and distributed systems used to ingest, process, and store large-scale datasets, with an understanding of scalability, fault tolerance, and performance considerations. Practical experience with modern software development practices, including automated CI/CD pipelines, containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker), and deploying applications to cloud environments (e.g., AWS or GCP). Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies and approaches. Ability to challenge technical choices, architecture, tools and processes Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Konker is recruiting for a Senior Architect to join one of the UK's leading healthcare architecture practices. You will be responsible for providing supportive spaces for both patients and professionals. This practice will allow you to lead healthcare projects across the UK, making contributions from their office, a stunning countryside barn conversion. This is a hybrid position with 3 days required in the office and 2 days from the comfort of your own home. With numerous NHS partnerships and several well-established frameworks, you can guarantee excellent exposure to superior healthcare architecture solutions, right from start to finish. As the Senior Architect, you will be running and managing your own projects whilst also working as part of the design team on larger-scale projects. Their current team boasts around 65 experts, offering a great amount of exposure to industry knowledge and opportunities to collaborate. Salary & Package: £38,000 -£45,000 per annum (DOE) Hybrid Working - Two days at home after probation Discretionary end-of-year bonus Private healthcare after 1-year service Pension - Employer Contribution 4% Holiday - 23 Days + Bank/Public Hols Free on-site parking ARB Membership fee paid If you would like more details about this role or one similar in the area, please contact Curtis Hunter at Konker Group. Position: Architect Location: Outskirts of Preston
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Konker is recruiting for a Senior Architect to join one of the UK's leading healthcare architecture practices. You will be responsible for providing supportive spaces for both patients and professionals. This practice will allow you to lead healthcare projects across the UK, making contributions from their office, a stunning countryside barn conversion. This is a hybrid position with 3 days required in the office and 2 days from the comfort of your own home. With numerous NHS partnerships and several well-established frameworks, you can guarantee excellent exposure to superior healthcare architecture solutions, right from start to finish. As the Senior Architect, you will be running and managing your own projects whilst also working as part of the design team on larger-scale projects. Their current team boasts around 65 experts, offering a great amount of exposure to industry knowledge and opportunities to collaborate. Salary & Package: £38,000 -£45,000 per annum (DOE) Hybrid Working - Two days at home after probation Discretionary end-of-year bonus Private healthcare after 1-year service Pension - Employer Contribution 4% Holiday - 23 Days + Bank/Public Hols Free on-site parking ARB Membership fee paid If you would like more details about this role or one similar in the area, please contact Curtis Hunter at Konker Group. Position: Architect Location: Outskirts of Preston
Job title: Principal Software Engineer Location: Oxford - Hybrid Salary: up to 75,000 Job Type: Permanent Organisation Overview Our Client operates within the high-tech instrumentation sector, specialising in advanced measurement solutions for scientific and industrial applications. Recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, Our Client fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented environment that values creativity, technical expertise, and continuous learning. They are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products that drive scientific discovery and industry advancements. Working here provides opportunities to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, supported by a culture that encourages professional development and teamwork. Role Summary Due to ongoing growth and strategic development initiatives, Our Client is seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of sophisticated software applications and drivers for its range of specialised products. This pivotal role is fundamental to enabling the organisation to meet its ambitious technical goals and to maintain its reputation for precision and reliability. The position offers the chance to influence project outcomes significantly, drive technical excellence, and support innovative measurement solutions on a global scale. Responsibilities Lead the creation and enhancement of high-quality software features within agile project teams, ensuring delivery aligns with project timelines and specifications. Assume ownership of technical solutions across designated projects, including participating in design reviews and architectural decisions. Develop comprehensive project documentation to facilitate ongoing maintenance and future development efforts by teams and internal partners. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software team, sharing expertise and guiding best practices. Offer technical support during all phases of product lifecycle, from initial installation to ongoing operation. Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to develop integrated and innovative technological solutions. Drive continuous improvement by recommending new tools, techniques, and processes to enhance product quality and development efficiency. Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends, tools, and techniques within the software engineering and scientific domains. Contribute to personal and organisational growth by engaging in ongoing learning, understanding customer needs, and proposing new features to boost product performance. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, taking personal responsibility for a safe working environment. Undertake additional tasks as required to support Our Client's strategic objectives. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Software Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline. Extensive experience with software development in C++, including control systems and complex application design. Proficiency with network and communication protocols. Familiarity with development tools such as CMake, GIT or similar source control, bug tracking systems, and debugging tools. Knowledge of Python programming and distributed system concepts. Experience working with database interactions and SQL Proven track record in delivering high-quality software solutions in a scientific or industrial setting. Strong organisational skills and ability to work effectively within a team. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Awareness of project management methodologies. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with measurement data analysis in physical sciences. Knowledge of laboratory or industrial control systems. Familiarity with cultural responsiveness and global collaboration. Experience in innovation-driven environments and customer-focused project delivery. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented software engineer with the expertise to lead critical projects and deliver high impact solutions, we invite you to submit your CV for consideration. Join Our Client's team and be part of pioneering scientific advancements that push the boundaries of knowledge.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job title: Principal Software Engineer Location: Oxford - Hybrid Salary: up to 75,000 Job Type: Permanent Organisation Overview Our Client operates within the high-tech instrumentation sector, specialising in advanced measurement solutions for scientific and industrial applications. Recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, Our Client fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented environment that values creativity, technical expertise, and continuous learning. They are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products that drive scientific discovery and industry advancements. Working here provides opportunities to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, supported by a culture that encourages professional development and teamwork. Role Summary Due to ongoing growth and strategic development initiatives, Our Client is seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of sophisticated software applications and drivers for its range of specialised products. This pivotal role is fundamental to enabling the organisation to meet its ambitious technical goals and to maintain its reputation for precision and reliability. The position offers the chance to influence project outcomes significantly, drive technical excellence, and support innovative measurement solutions on a global scale. Responsibilities Lead the creation and enhancement of high-quality software features within agile project teams, ensuring delivery aligns with project timelines and specifications. Assume ownership of technical solutions across designated projects, including participating in design reviews and architectural decisions. Develop comprehensive project documentation to facilitate ongoing maintenance and future development efforts by teams and internal partners. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software team, sharing expertise and guiding best practices. Offer technical support during all phases of product lifecycle, from initial installation to ongoing operation. Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to develop integrated and innovative technological solutions. Drive continuous improvement by recommending new tools, techniques, and processes to enhance product quality and development efficiency. Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends, tools, and techniques within the software engineering and scientific domains. Contribute to personal and organisational growth by engaging in ongoing learning, understanding customer needs, and proposing new features to boost product performance. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, taking personal responsibility for a safe working environment. Undertake additional tasks as required to support Our Client's strategic objectives. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Software Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline. Extensive experience with software development in C++, including control systems and complex application design. Proficiency with network and communication protocols. Familiarity with development tools such as CMake, GIT or similar source control, bug tracking systems, and debugging tools. Knowledge of Python programming and distributed system concepts. Experience working with database interactions and SQL Proven track record in delivering high-quality software solutions in a scientific or industrial setting. Strong organisational skills and ability to work effectively within a team. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Awareness of project management methodologies. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with measurement data analysis in physical sciences. Knowledge of laboratory or industrial control systems. Familiarity with cultural responsiveness and global collaboration. Experience in innovation-driven environments and customer-focused project delivery. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented software engineer with the expertise to lead critical projects and deliver high impact solutions, we invite you to submit your CV for consideration. Join Our Client's team and be part of pioneering scientific advancements that push the boundaries of knowledge.
Location This role may be located in one of the following locations; Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Please find further information on the Corporate hub locations here. Please note that for candidates requesting to work in Newcastle, this role will be based at Benton Park View from September 2025, and then at 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle city centre by the end of 2027. About the job Job summary Lead. Inspire. Deliver. Are you a passionate Agile leader with a talent for driving high-performing teams and delivering outstanding digital products? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, innovation, and customer value are at the heart of everything you do? If so, we want you on our team! You'll play a pivotal role in leading cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions. You'll be the driving force behind Agile best practices, removing blockers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring smooth, efficient delivery. The Digital Integration team have a huge portfolio of systems and are in the midst of replacing most of these legacy integration systems with new, modern, in-house services focussed on Event and API driven architecture and File Transfer. There is barely a project in DWP that does not need integration services so, the teams are involved in almost everything that Digital does. We also provide integration to externals and numerous other government projects. Our teams and our delivery managers work on products that impacts some of the most vulnerable people in society. We're looking for people who are as motivated by that unique purpose as we are. We are looking for an enthusiastic Agile Delivery Manager who will be comfortable working alongside the Product Manager and with technical and data professionals, covering a wide breadth of activity which focuses on creating services focused on improving citizen experience. Job description You'll join a thriving community of practice, where you'll share best practice, insight and support with a bunch of other talented, expert Agile Delivery Managers. We're looking for a candidate that will: Champion Agile Delivery - Lead teams using Agile frameworks, ensuring efficiency and value driven outcomes. Drive High Performance - Motivate and mentor teams to work collaboratively, optimising workflows and maximising productivity. Remove Barriers - Identify and eliminate impediments, keeping teams focused and moving forward. Engage Stakeholders - Build strong relationships with product owners, engineers, and business leaders to align goals and expectations. Ensure Quality and Continuous Improvement - Foster a culture of feedback, learning, and iteration to enhance ways of working. Data and Metrics - Use key Agile metrics and insights to drive decision making and optimise delivery performance. Check out these blogs about our Agile Delivery Teams in DWP: DWP Digital Careers Person specification See selection process for further details. If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact . Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Agile & Lean Practices
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location This role may be located in one of the following locations; Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Please find further information on the Corporate hub locations here. Please note that for candidates requesting to work in Newcastle, this role will be based at Benton Park View from September 2025, and then at 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle city centre by the end of 2027. About the job Job summary Lead. Inspire. Deliver. Are you a passionate Agile leader with a talent for driving high-performing teams and delivering outstanding digital products? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, innovation, and customer value are at the heart of everything you do? If so, we want you on our team! You'll play a pivotal role in leading cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions. You'll be the driving force behind Agile best practices, removing blockers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring smooth, efficient delivery. The Digital Integration team have a huge portfolio of systems and are in the midst of replacing most of these legacy integration systems with new, modern, in-house services focussed on Event and API driven architecture and File Transfer. There is barely a project in DWP that does not need integration services so, the teams are involved in almost everything that Digital does. We also provide integration to externals and numerous other government projects. Our teams and our delivery managers work on products that impacts some of the most vulnerable people in society. We're looking for people who are as motivated by that unique purpose as we are. We are looking for an enthusiastic Agile Delivery Manager who will be comfortable working alongside the Product Manager and with technical and data professionals, covering a wide breadth of activity which focuses on creating services focused on improving citizen experience. Job description You'll join a thriving community of practice, where you'll share best practice, insight and support with a bunch of other talented, expert Agile Delivery Managers. We're looking for a candidate that will: Champion Agile Delivery - Lead teams using Agile frameworks, ensuring efficiency and value driven outcomes. Drive High Performance - Motivate and mentor teams to work collaboratively, optimising workflows and maximising productivity. Remove Barriers - Identify and eliminate impediments, keeping teams focused and moving forward. Engage Stakeholders - Build strong relationships with product owners, engineers, and business leaders to align goals and expectations. Ensure Quality and Continuous Improvement - Foster a culture of feedback, learning, and iteration to enhance ways of working. Data and Metrics - Use key Agile metrics and insights to drive decision making and optimise delivery performance. Check out these blogs about our Agile Delivery Teams in DWP: DWP Digital Careers Person specification See selection process for further details. If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact . Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Agile & Lean Practices
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Lead Service Designer in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the design of world-class customer journeys and service models across sales and service experiences. You'll lead Service Design across Agile teams, drive service design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll contribute to CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead across a team of service designers to analyse, define, and improve end-to-end, multi-channels journeys that meet diverse customer needs and align with accessibility standards. Drive strategic service design across portfolios, shaping journeys that align with business goals and championing the customer voice. Partner with cross-functional leaders in Product, Design, Tech, Ops, and Architecture to deliver joined-up, scalable service solutions that meet real user needs. Own the definition, evolution and adoption of service blueprints and journey maps across the customer lifecycle, and develop operational models that enable rather than restrict. Work with design leadership to evolve service design methods, improve design operations, and drive adoption of AI-enhanced tools to improve service quality and efficiency. Define end-to-end strategies, experience principles, frameworks, customer journeys and CX KPIs that connect digital, assisted, and real-world touchpoints with clarity and consistency. What you'll bring: Track record of leading service design and delivering impactful service design outcomes across large-scale digital products, services, and operations. Expert-level skills in journey mapping, service blueprinting, stakeholder mapping, workshop facilitation and systems thinking. Advanced use of journey maps, empathy maps, and insight repositories to embed customer needs throughout delivery Mastery in accessibility, user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to understand and improve journeys. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Lead Service Designer in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the design of world-class customer journeys and service models across sales and service experiences. You'll lead Service Design across Agile teams, drive service design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll contribute to CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead across a team of service designers to analyse, define, and improve end-to-end, multi-channels journeys that meet diverse customer needs and align with accessibility standards. Drive strategic service design across portfolios, shaping journeys that align with business goals and championing the customer voice. Partner with cross-functional leaders in Product, Design, Tech, Ops, and Architecture to deliver joined-up, scalable service solutions that meet real user needs. Own the definition, evolution and adoption of service blueprints and journey maps across the customer lifecycle, and develop operational models that enable rather than restrict. Work with design leadership to evolve service design methods, improve design operations, and drive adoption of AI-enhanced tools to improve service quality and efficiency. Define end-to-end strategies, experience principles, frameworks, customer journeys and CX KPIs that connect digital, assisted, and real-world touchpoints with clarity and consistency. What you'll bring: Track record of leading service design and delivering impactful service design outcomes across large-scale digital products, services, and operations. Expert-level skills in journey mapping, service blueprinting, stakeholder mapping, workshop facilitation and systems thinking. Advanced use of journey maps, empathy maps, and insight repositories to embed customer needs throughout delivery Mastery in accessibility, user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to understand and improve journeys. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Location: South West (hybrid; travel to client sites as required) Security: Active SC required (must be willing/eligible to progress to DV) Type: Permanent Package: £85,000 - £105,000 Basic, plus bonus and add-ons Overview We're hiring an Enterprise Architect to support complex, security-sensitive programmes. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape enterprise-level solutions, define target states and roadmaps, and provide hands-on architecture leadership through delivery. You MUST have a strong defence background. Responsibilities Lead enterprise/business/technology architecture across multiple workstreams Produce appropriate architecture deliverables (eg HLDs, operating models, roadmaps, transition states) Facilitate design decision-making and alignment across technical and business stakeholders Guide architecture and modelling activities using recognised frameworks and methods Support governance, design assurance and approval processes Coach/lead small teams of architects and systems engineers, setting priorities and shaping technical scope Essential Strong track record designing and overseeing delivery of complex IT solutions/services in secure environments Expertise tailoring and applying architecture approaches/frameworks such as NAF, UAF, ArchiMate/SysML Broad technical awareness across areas like cloud, identity, secure-by-design, infrastructure & networking, cyber/security controls, service management Confident producing clear architecture views and communicating to mixed audiences (technical + non-technical) Experience with modelling tools (eg Sparx EA, BizzDesign or equivalent) Proven stakeholder management at senior level; able to act as a trusted architecture advisor Desirable Interoperability standards/taxonomies experience (eg FMN, NATO-aligned approaches) Data-centric interoperability/security principles (eg ACP240)
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location: South West (hybrid; travel to client sites as required) Security: Active SC required (must be willing/eligible to progress to DV) Type: Permanent Package: £85,000 - £105,000 Basic, plus bonus and add-ons Overview We're hiring an Enterprise Architect to support complex, security-sensitive programmes. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape enterprise-level solutions, define target states and roadmaps, and provide hands-on architecture leadership through delivery. You MUST have a strong defence background. Responsibilities Lead enterprise/business/technology architecture across multiple workstreams Produce appropriate architecture deliverables (eg HLDs, operating models, roadmaps, transition states) Facilitate design decision-making and alignment across technical and business stakeholders Guide architecture and modelling activities using recognised frameworks and methods Support governance, design assurance and approval processes Coach/lead small teams of architects and systems engineers, setting priorities and shaping technical scope Essential Strong track record designing and overseeing delivery of complex IT solutions/services in secure environments Expertise tailoring and applying architecture approaches/frameworks such as NAF, UAF, ArchiMate/SysML Broad technical awareness across areas like cloud, identity, secure-by-design, infrastructure & networking, cyber/security controls, service management Confident producing clear architecture views and communicating to mixed audiences (technical + non-technical) Experience with modelling tools (eg Sparx EA, BizzDesign or equivalent) Proven stakeholder management at senior level; able to act as a trusted architecture advisor Desirable Interoperability standards/taxonomies experience (eg FMN, NATO-aligned approaches) Data-centric interoperability/security principles (eg ACP240)
Role Title: Identity Verification Architect (IDV Architect) Location: Knutsford Working Model: Hybrid - 60% Office/40% Remote Contract Duration: 8 months £650 per day Inside IR35 Must be eligible for BPSS Clearance Role Overview The IDV Architect will design a resilient, scalable and secure Identity Verification (IDV) architecture leveraging Microsoft Verified ID, Onfido, and modern authentication patterns. The role focusses on safeguarding user trust, reducing risk across identity journeys, and enabling seamless, secure recovery experiences for customers and colleagues. This individual will lead architectural definition across Proof of Concept, MVP, and full production delivery. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end security and IDV architecture for POC, MVP, and production phases. Define secure user journeys for remote password reset, identity verification, and related authentication flows. Ensure full alignment with enterprise security standards, compliance requirements, and threat modelling outputs. Produce comprehensive architectural deliverables, including: High-Level Designs (HLD) Low-Level Designs (LLD) Architecture patterns Data flow diagrams Integration specifications Provide architectural guidance to engineering teams throughout build, test, and implementation. Validate required security controls, ensuring they are properly implemented and tested. Essential Experience Strong background in IAM, MFA, IDV, and secure authentication flows. Hands-on experience designing solutions using Microsoft Entra, Verified ID, Azure AD B2C/B2B, or equivalent enterprise identity platforms. Knowledge of biometric verification platforms, ideally Onfido. Proven ability to create high-quality architectural documentation. Desirable Experience Experience designing architecture within financial services or other highly regulated environments. Exposure to privacy preserving identity models and decentralised identity. Understanding of DevSecOps, secure CI/CD processes, and API security best practice. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Role Title: Identity Verification Architect (IDV Architect) Location: Knutsford Working Model: Hybrid - 60% Office/40% Remote Contract Duration: 8 months £650 per day Inside IR35 Must be eligible for BPSS Clearance Role Overview The IDV Architect will design a resilient, scalable and secure Identity Verification (IDV) architecture leveraging Microsoft Verified ID, Onfido, and modern authentication patterns. The role focusses on safeguarding user trust, reducing risk across identity journeys, and enabling seamless, secure recovery experiences for customers and colleagues. This individual will lead architectural definition across Proof of Concept, MVP, and full production delivery. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end security and IDV architecture for POC, MVP, and production phases. Define secure user journeys for remote password reset, identity verification, and related authentication flows. Ensure full alignment with enterprise security standards, compliance requirements, and threat modelling outputs. Produce comprehensive architectural deliverables, including: High-Level Designs (HLD) Low-Level Designs (LLD) Architecture patterns Data flow diagrams Integration specifications Provide architectural guidance to engineering teams throughout build, test, and implementation. Validate required security controls, ensuring they are properly implemented and tested. Essential Experience Strong background in IAM, MFA, IDV, and secure authentication flows. Hands-on experience designing solutions using Microsoft Entra, Verified ID, Azure AD B2C/B2B, or equivalent enterprise identity platforms. Knowledge of biometric verification platforms, ideally Onfido. Proven ability to create high-quality architectural documentation. Desirable Experience Experience designing architecture within financial services or other highly regulated environments. Exposure to privacy preserving identity models and decentralised identity. Understanding of DevSecOps, secure CI/CD processes, and API security best practice. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Job title: Head of Finance Applications Team: Finance Applications (SAP S/4HANA) Reporting to: Enterprise Applications Director REQUIREMENTS Expertise in Financial systems and processes Experience of a working in a busy Finance and IT environment Applications development and management TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE Experience in IT Applications - SAP S/4HANA Knowledge of peripheral applications intrinsic to the financial applications eg, payroll, revenue, engineering, payments Understanding of server and networking architecture Role Purpose Lead and manage the Finance Applications team. Provide finance application support and development to the business units on a value adding basis. Act as a trusted technical advisor to the senior business stakeholders. Manage suppliers to support the delivery of Finance applications. Recruiting, developing and managing a team on an ongoing basis. Setting team performance objectives and supporting development plans. Managing their workload on a daily basis through oversight of a helpdesk ticketing tool. PROVIDING FINANCIAL APPLICATION SUPPORT Managing a first line response support desk in line with SLAs Working on projects and programmes as SME. Work with suppliers and internal teams to manage system changes in a robust and compliant manner. Managing the Finance applications through a product life cycle, ensuring compliance with security and audit requirements. Supporting improved business practices and processes through an effective governance framework TRUSTED TECHNICAL ADVISOR Support senior stakeholders in developing strategy and improvement plans for their business areas. Implement a governance framework to review issues, agree and implement best practice solutions. Work with other teams in IT to advise on changes and deliver improvements. Manage supplier delivery to SLAs and contracts, build relationships and review service on a regular basis.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job title: Head of Finance Applications Team: Finance Applications (SAP S/4HANA) Reporting to: Enterprise Applications Director REQUIREMENTS Expertise in Financial systems and processes Experience of a working in a busy Finance and IT environment Applications development and management TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE Experience in IT Applications - SAP S/4HANA Knowledge of peripheral applications intrinsic to the financial applications eg, payroll, revenue, engineering, payments Understanding of server and networking architecture Role Purpose Lead and manage the Finance Applications team. Provide finance application support and development to the business units on a value adding basis. Act as a trusted technical advisor to the senior business stakeholders. Manage suppliers to support the delivery of Finance applications. Recruiting, developing and managing a team on an ongoing basis. Setting team performance objectives and supporting development plans. Managing their workload on a daily basis through oversight of a helpdesk ticketing tool. PROVIDING FINANCIAL APPLICATION SUPPORT Managing a first line response support desk in line with SLAs Working on projects and programmes as SME. Work with suppliers and internal teams to manage system changes in a robust and compliant manner. Managing the Finance applications through a product life cycle, ensuring compliance with security and audit requirements. Supporting improved business practices and processes through an effective governance framework TRUSTED TECHNICAL ADVISOR Support senior stakeholders in developing strategy and improvement plans for their business areas. Implement a governance framework to review issues, agree and implement best practice solutions. Work with other teams in IT to advise on changes and deliver improvements. Manage supplier delivery to SLAs and contracts, build relationships and review service on a regular basis.
My leading Banking client are looking for an IT Financial Crime Product Owner to drive IT strategy architecture, and solution design across Transaction Monitoring and Fraud platforms. You'll lead business analysts, developers, infrastructure and vendor staff delivering their Financial Crime solutions. This is a newly created role in a growing business area. The team are high performing yet supportive. A brilliant opportunity! The following skills/experience is essential: Previously held technology management/Product Owner role in the Banking Compliance and Regulatory space. Strong Financial Crime and Regulatory background Previously managed/lead IT teams. Excellent communication skills Salary: Up to £155,000 + bonus + package Level: Director Location: London (good work from home options available) If you are interested in this IT Financial Crime Product Owner position and meet the above requirements please apply immediately.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
My leading Banking client are looking for an IT Financial Crime Product Owner to drive IT strategy architecture, and solution design across Transaction Monitoring and Fraud platforms. You'll lead business analysts, developers, infrastructure and vendor staff delivering their Financial Crime solutions. This is a newly created role in a growing business area. The team are high performing yet supportive. A brilliant opportunity! The following skills/experience is essential: Previously held technology management/Product Owner role in the Banking Compliance and Regulatory space. Strong Financial Crime and Regulatory background Previously managed/lead IT teams. Excellent communication skills Salary: Up to £155,000 + bonus + package Level: Director Location: London (good work from home options available) If you are interested in this IT Financial Crime Product Owner position and meet the above requirements please apply immediately.
