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Interim Head of Service Desk - London A leading financial services client is currently looking for an Interim Head of Service Desk for an initial 3-month contract position. Skills and Qualifications: Experience of supervising and managing a busy IT Service management function Strong ITIL methodologies(Incident, Problem and Change management) Excellent leadership skills to motivate and move the team forward Strong Excel skills for reporting purposes Agile/Scrum practices would be useful Experience working in a customer facing role 3rd Party service provider management experience Demonstrable experience of managing a function that provides end user support in a financial services environment Experience providing resource for and working within a structured change management environment for project delivery Experience defining and establishing service management workflows and processes aligned with the ITIL framework Windows 10/11, MS O365, MS Copilot and Active Directory knowledge Understanding of security platforms, strong Firewall experience Good technical knowledge of Intune, AD, Azure, Compute, Storage and Networking Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure staff are exceeding expectation and are meeting defined metrics and or objectives that you have set Ensure that the team is delivering BAU and project commitments Train, coach, develop and mentor staff Overall responsibility for 1st/2nd line support operations Implementing a robust service management structure and service catalogue processes Reporting and presenting at technology and business forums If you have a Career history in delivering good quality service management and excellent leadership skills, please do reply with your CV in the first instance.

Graduate Trade Support Analyst Location: London, Hybrid Salary: £45,000 + Strong Bonus Type: Permanent Join a leading Financial Services Client as a Trade Support Analyst in a role designed to develop recent graduates into skilled technology professionals. This position offers comprehensive training and exposure to cutting-edge trading systems and market data platforms. This role consists of providing level 2 technical support for the client's applications to both internal departments and external customers. The range of applications covers Middle and Back Office as well as Market Data. Specifically, to provide technical support in a project-based structure to ensure the successful delivery of application solutions. Responsibilities: Provide production support and maintenance for a full range of Pre and Post Trade applications including project-related activities. Perform monitoring, tuning and optimisation of performance. Create and update all documents related to applications and their supporting systems. Support production and pre-production environments. Maintain disaster recovery solutions across different domains. Recommend new or changed standards to ensure improved efficiency, effectiveness, and robustness for all environments. Respond quickly to production issues taking responsibility for seeing those issues through to resolution, recording all actions taken and communicating the impact of the actions to the appropriate levels of management. Provide 24x7x365 support and incident response. Flexibility to work in shifts (as per roster) and during weekends and extended hours when needed. Essential Requirements Computer Science degree (minimum 2:1) from a Russell Group university Desirable Knowledge and Level of Experience: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Willingness to learn new technologies quickly Customer-focused approach with ability to work under pressure Flexibility for occasional shift work and extended hours Desirable Skills SQL knowledge Linux/Unix Scripting experience Python programming Understanding of Agile/DevOps methodologies Interest in financial markets and trading systems If you think you are a good fit then please apply with an updated CV!

A leading Financial Services client is seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join the business on a permanent basis and support a major data transformation. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll design and deliver robust, automated ETL pipelines and database solutions that power business-critical insights. You'll use your advanced SQL skills to build and optimise data structures, alongside tools such as Snowflake, Azure, and Python. This is a high-impact role where you'll influence architecture, streamline processes, and drive automation across the data landscape. The role offers a base salary of £60,000 to £75,000 plus strong benefits and flexible working. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain automated ETL pipelines and high-performance database structures. Manage and enhance a Snowflake ecosystem for streaming and batch workflows. Support the adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) and lead platform innovation with Snowflake and Microsoft technologies. Skills & Experience: Advanced SQL skills (DDL, DML, query optimisation) with a track record of building efficient, scalable database structures. Strong knowledge of automated ETL processes. Experience with Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps. Proficiency in Python for data engineering tasks. Agile delivery experience. Willingness to work with other modern data engineering toolsets. If you're an experienced Senior Data Engineer with the required skills, please apply today.

This position will be a developer for the London based Charles River engineering team. The scope of the work will be to code and support Front Office applications in and around the Charles River OMS mainly using C# .net and AWS cloud services. We are looking for an experienced hands on C#.net developer who has preferably worked with AWS cloud computing. The incumbent must have a strong architectural and design background and have a proven track record building and delivering solutions using the latest tools and design principles. We are looking for developers to drive best of breed coding practices and will give the opportunity to work on micro services and the new AWS. implementations. Knowledge of working in and around Charles River is a real benefit and experience of working in Front Office technology is a must. The incumbent will work with the London CRD team under the supervision of the CRD Engineering manager but will also work closely with the CRD development teams in Baltimore. The incumbent must show a self-starter attitude and exhibit expert communication and presentation skills. In this role you will be responsible for: Delivery of FX modernisation project in CRD Delivery of new AWS and micro services for data distribution out of CRD Accomplished at presenting and delivering to senior stakeholders Working closely with London trading and portfolio management business Delivering best practice solutions for all development efforts 3rd line CRD development support during UK business hours Working closely with Baltimore and London based BA teams ROLE SUMMARY Requires in-depth knowledge and expertise in their own job discipline and working knowledge of related disciplines Leads projects or work streams within broader projects Accountable for work of self and sometimes others, provides process and standards advice in area of specialty Works independently, receives minimal guidance Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience RESPONSIBILITIES Accountable for all parts of the software development life cycle for their projects Contributes to the development of best practices within their group Leads code reviews and actively participates in providing feedback on others' designs/code Accountable for technical debt in their own software Capable of leading a small team of developers for a specific projects DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience 5+ years of experience in a similar role supporting a Front Office team Experience of Charles River Strong background in C# .net and AWS

Salary: £700-850 per day inside IR35 Who we're looking for We're looking for a passionate Python engineer to work within the Front Office Technology team. You'll work with likeminded technologists, with a variety of skill sets, focused on building best of breed data processing, workflow and analytical tools for processes such as investment research, Datamodelling and portfolio construction using modern, appropriate technologies. We're after an adaptable engineer to work within a team that delivers software that's fast, reliable, and has a tangible impact on our business. Ideally, you'll have a good understanding of asset management and financial markets. The team The Front Office Technology team are at the forefront of building Alpha generating solutions for areas including investment research, quantitative investing and proprietary ESG models and metrics. The team are located on-desk, where there's strong collaboration and co-creation with the quants and portfolio managers for both research and investment activities. You'll work with a team of enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about software in a financial context and evolving our investment platform. They're also keen on driving positive technology change, ensuring that we always stay ahead of the curve. About We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 5,500 people on six continents and we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper. Location We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018, located close to our clients in the heart of the UK's financial centre. What you'll do Be part of a business facing team with a high visibility Deliver a first class data and analytics platform to support investment decision making and quantitative research Refine the existing investment and research platform in response to business needs Work with the quants to adopt Python and transition their ideas and processes to it Build reusable components and packages for wider use Coach and develop more junior team members, ensuring that best practices and methodologies are followed Help build out a Python capability across Front Office Technology The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need Strong Python development experience, in an enterprise environment Python library knowledge including packages such as FastAPI and Dash Experience with both SQL and NoSQL database platforms An understanding of data structures and common data transformation methodologies A drive to deliver with an ability to own a piece of work from start to finish Able to work in a modern software engineering environment, using Agile and DevOps methodologies and tools including Scrum, git and CI/CD Able to deal credibly with business and technical users at all levels of the organisation The knowledge, experience and qualifications that will help Proficiency in the Linux environment Experience using Docker containers and preferably Kubernetes Experience with cloud (AWS or Azure) A Computer Science and Financial Services background What you'll be like Passionate about technology and how it evolves A problem solver with a business facing personality Able to work under pressure, on several priorities at once Great at working with other people, sharing and communicating ideas

Applicants must possess or be eligible for BPSS McCabe and Barton are partnering with a large consultancy to search for a Oracle Functional Consultant to work on an a major upgrade from Oracle R12 to Fusion Cloud.You will be working to oversee and implement the migration, Experience working with Fusion Cloud and overseeing migrations is key. Key Skills: Experienced in closely working with Finance Team of existing Organization and have hands-on experience in: Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud (PBCS) Financial Consolidation and Close Cloud Overview (FCCS) Enterprise Data Management Cloud Overview (EDMCS) Oracle Account Reconciliation Cloud Service (OARCS) Functional knowledge of major business processes and associated functionality in the EPM area Must have excellent knowledge in accounting/auditing concepts. Should have excellent hands-on experience using MS tools like Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Must have excellent Communication, Presentation and Analytical skills. Commercial sector knowledge

My client are an InsurTech, who have developed a suite of consumer focussed insurance solutions which deliver an engaging user experience. The role is for a technology focused Business Analyst to join the Delivery Team to support ongoing project delivery and new business initiatives. Working directly with new and existing clients, the role will be responsible for the analysis and preparation of business and functional requirements for client system implementations and changes to existing services, development of web site and client portals, working with project managers and stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities Understanding the business need and executing business analysis, customer engagement, systems and data analysis to enable a suitable solution which will meet the business need. Supporting the Head of Delivery to deliver business projects and initiatives on time. Taking ownership of the product, becoming an SME on that product and making product decisions to meet project and strategic business objectives. Articulation, definition and prioritisation of product requirements by writing user stories and scenarios, maintaining a product backlog, prioritisation and assisting with development estimation. Participation in daily stand-ups, sprint planning and review meetings, retrospectives and sprint demonstrations/playback sessions. Demonstrating completed work to business stakeholders and assessing recognised value delivered. Having close relationships and communication with members of the Development Team to make development decisions and ensure the objectives and requirements of each sprint is well understood. Performing analysis on existing systems to identify areas for improvement. Supporting the Project Management function to ensure project and requirements scope is adhered to, risks and issues are raised and resolved/mitigated, and any changes are recorded and tracked. Supporting QA and Customer UAT to ensure thorough understanding of requirements as well as providing advice or clarification on any issues raised during test cycles. Accurate preparation of written business correspondence and documentation that is coherent, factually and grammatically correct, effective, professional and engaging. Proactively initiates, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with team members and stakeholders across the board. Understands expectations that were set with internal and external customers and recognises when issues/events may affect delivery and takes action to mitigate. Candidate Profile/Key Skills Experience working in a client centric and/or client facing role, ideally in a financial services institution. Knowledge of General Insurance, ideally both Personal and Commercial lines. Knowledge of Insurance Brokers, MGA's, Insurers, Price Comparison Websites a big advantage;. Strong analysis and requirements gathering skills, both business and systems focussed. Experience of performing business analysis on web site and/or client portal interface related projects, including preparation and presentation of wireframes, related current and future state business process models and production of business analysis artefacts. Knowledge and experience of SDLC, specifically Agile project delivery methods with solid, proven experience of performing business analysis activities in an Agile environment. Ability to liaise with architecture, development and functional testing (in-house and UAT) stakeholders to ensure requirements are well understood. Strong and proven soft' skills with the ability to communicate requirements in a clear, accurate, concise, engaging and thorough manner to stakeholders across the board. Solid Microsoft Office & Project Management tools skills. Understanding of Cloud (Azure), Schema-less databases (Mongo) and automated test technology would be advantageous.B

Our client, a leading international asset manager, are looking for an Angular developer with Azure experience to join a multi-year transformation programme involving the upgrade of their trading platform. This will be a 6 month rolling inside IR35 Contract. As part of a major upgrade to their Charles River order management system, they have been building APIs onto the underlying client libraries. Now they need to provide desks the ability to perform bulk order entry into Charles River. This role will involve building the Angular application to support this. To be successful in this role you must have very strong Angular development experience. You must also have worked on Azure. Experience working in a .NET environment is highly beneficial. You should also have previous experience working in the asset management/buy-side industry, but our client will consider candidates from other financial services backgrounds.