Senior Software Engineer - Azure Platforms Location: Warwick (Hybrid working model, monthly travel required, occasional travel to London) About Us Join a leading energy network operator that keeps society connected and drives the transition to a sustainable power future. You'll be part of a team that transforms the energy landscape, integrates renewable solutions, and ensures customers are never left in the dark. As a Senior Software Engineer - Azure Platforms, you will sit across all engineering teams, acting as a key technical leader with an architectural mindset. You'll focus on platform concerns, primarily cloud infrastructure on Azure, before contributing to broader product development and enabling works. Working directly with senior leadership, you'll ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with organisational engineering and architecture standards. What You'll Do Act across all engineering teams, addressing platform-level concerns with a focus on Azure cloud infrastructure. Bring an architectural mindset to design decisions, ensuring long-term scalability, maintainability, and alignment with strategic objectives. Design, implement, and maintain scalable, high-performance C#/.NET Core backend systems. Support product and enabling workstreams, ensuring seamless integration and delivery across teams. Automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes using Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub Actions/Runners. Drive engineering standards and best practices, including code reviews and quality assurance activities. Guide teams in Agile/Lean software development practices and contribute to strategic architectural decisions. Collaborate effectively with product owners, designers, technical leads, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Ensure security, compliance, and observability standards are embedded into solutions. About You Deep expertise in C#/.NET Core, microservices, event-driven architectures, and RESTful APIs. Extensive experience with Azure Cloud Services, including Entra, AppInsights, and identity/authentication frameworks. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerisation (Docker), and orchestration. Demonstrated ability to apply an architectural mindset, influencing design decisions across platform and product teams. Test-first mindset with expertise in unit/integration/E2E testing using frameworks like XUnit, Playwright, or PACT. Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues quickly. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams, explain technical concepts clearly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Experience in start-up, scale-up, or high-growth environments is highly desirable. Why Work with Us Warwick-based hybrid working model with monthly travel and occasional visits to London. Opportunity to work across platform, product, and enabling workstreams on national-scale infrastructure projects. Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and technically ambitious team shaping the future of energy technology. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
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Senior Software Engineer - Azure Platforms Location: Warwick (Hybrid working model, monthly travel required, occasional travel to London) About Us Join a leading energy network operator that keeps society connected and drives the transition to a sustainable power future. You'll be part of a team that transforms the energy landscape, integrates renewable solutions, and ensures customers are never left in the dark. As a Senior Software Engineer - Azure Platforms, you will sit across all engineering teams, acting as a key technical leader with an architectural mindset. You'll focus on platform concerns, primarily cloud infrastructure on Azure, before contributing to broader product development and enabling works. Working directly with senior leadership, you'll ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with organisational engineering and architecture standards. What You'll Do Act across all engineering teams, addressing platform-level concerns with a focus on Azure cloud infrastructure. Bring an architectural mindset to design decisions, ensuring long-term scalability, maintainability, and alignment with strategic objectives. Design, implement, and maintain scalable, high-performance C#/.NET Core backend systems. Support product and enabling workstreams, ensuring seamless integration and delivery across teams. Automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes using Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub Actions/Runners. Drive engineering standards and best practices, including code reviews and quality assurance activities. Guide teams in Agile/Lean software development practices and contribute to strategic architectural decisions. Collaborate effectively with product owners, designers, technical leads, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Ensure security, compliance, and observability standards are embedded into solutions. About You Deep expertise in C#/.NET Core, microservices, event-driven architectures, and RESTful APIs. Extensive experience with Azure Cloud Services, including Entra, AppInsights, and identity/authentication frameworks. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerisation (Docker), and orchestration. Demonstrated ability to apply an architectural mindset, influencing design decisions across platform and product teams. Test-first mindset with expertise in unit/integration/E2E testing using frameworks like XUnit, Playwright, or PACT. Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues quickly. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams, explain technical concepts clearly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Experience in start-up, scale-up, or high-growth environments is highly desirable. Why Work with Us Warwick-based hybrid working model with monthly travel and occasional visits to London. Opportunity to work across platform, product, and enabling workstreams on national-scale infrastructure projects. Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and technically ambitious team shaping the future of energy technology. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
CSIRT Analyst (SC Cleared) Utilities Hybrid: 3 days per week in Warwick 6 months+ £750 per day In short: Due to increased workload, we required a strong CSIRT Analyst to join the team. The team operates at a high level and we're looking for someone who can work at Tier 1 and Tier 2 level. You'll be responsible for using a multitude of tools and triaging and responding to events in an end-to-end capacity. Essential: You must have current SC Clearance or lapsed SC (within 12 months). In full: Job Purpose The UK CSIRT Tier1 Analyst will deliver the actions and activities as required and detailed in Cyber Incident Response plans. Using technical expertise and co-ordination capabilities, they will work within a team and individually, to respond to incidents and security events. The role requires the individual to have a high level of performance and individual ability. About the Role As part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), you will be employed within a global team as a Tier 1 CISRT analyst within its Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) located in Warwick. We respond as one global team, US & UK, comprising of analysts, senior analysts, principal analysts, & managers. This affords you a team you can query, learn, and rely upon. Additionally, we have procedures ingrained within our technology to assist your investigations from triaging to containment. The UK position is a hybrid working role. Tues, Weds, Thurs onsite. Key Accountabilities Delivery As a CSIRT Analyst you will monitor, respond to, and investigate cyber security incidents, ensuring that the full end to end investigation of events are fully triaged. Respond to security events within the estate, including but not limited to: Microsoft Azure Cloud. Splunk SIEM. Enterprise and OT Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS). Phishing Emails. OT IDS. Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR). In-house curated use cases aligning to our security tooling and technology within Enterprise, OT and CNI. Vulnerability reports. Pentesting reports. Operational Threat and Analytics (OTA) Team reports. Focus on continuous improvement and personal development. Provide continuous input into developing and maintaining incident response work instructions, processes, supporting documentation, SIEM automation and use cases. What you'll need We are open minded when it comes to hiring. If you are intellectually curious, a critical thinker, enjoy solving problems and possess the aptitude and attitude to learn, we would like to hear from you! Desirable experience would include: Ability to investigate a person's behaviour and illustrate anomalous behaviour observed. Experience in packet capture analysis, EDR, IDS/IPS, SIEM and AV. Knowledge of Windows/Linux/Mac Host internals. Knowledge of Cloud, Azure, KQL, Scripting, Microsoft Defender. Knowledge of network protocols and windows enterprise domains. Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques. Knowledge of Splunk ES8. Knowledge of OT and CNI working environments. Knowledge of Kubernetes or associated Cloud Native Computing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of IDS and IPS Snort rules. Knowledge of Network perimeter security devices. Security clearance. 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 and operates as an equal opportunities employer. 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.
21/01/2026
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CSIRT Analyst (SC Cleared) Utilities Hybrid: 3 days per week in Warwick 6 months+ £750 per day In short: Due to increased workload, we required a strong CSIRT Analyst to join the team. The team operates at a high level and we're looking for someone who can work at Tier 1 and Tier 2 level. You'll be responsible for using a multitude of tools and triaging and responding to events in an end-to-end capacity. Essential: You must have current SC Clearance or lapsed SC (within 12 months). In full: Job Purpose The UK CSIRT Tier1 Analyst will deliver the actions and activities as required and detailed in Cyber Incident Response plans. Using technical expertise and co-ordination capabilities, they will work within a team and individually, to respond to incidents and security events. The role requires the individual to have a high level of performance and individual ability. About the Role As part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), you will be employed within a global team as a Tier 1 CISRT analyst within its Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) located in Warwick. We respond as one global team, US & UK, comprising of analysts, senior analysts, principal analysts, & managers. This affords you a team you can query, learn, and rely upon. Additionally, we have procedures ingrained within our technology to assist your investigations from triaging to containment. The UK position is a hybrid working role. Tues, Weds, Thurs onsite. Key Accountabilities Delivery As a CSIRT Analyst you will monitor, respond to, and investigate cyber security incidents, ensuring that the full end to end investigation of events are fully triaged. Respond to security events within the estate, including but not limited to: Microsoft Azure Cloud. Splunk SIEM. Enterprise and OT Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS). Phishing Emails. OT IDS. Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR). In-house curated use cases aligning to our security tooling and technology within Enterprise, OT and CNI. Vulnerability reports. Pentesting reports. Operational Threat and Analytics (OTA) Team reports. Focus on continuous improvement and personal development. Provide continuous input into developing and maintaining incident response work instructions, processes, supporting documentation, SIEM automation and use cases. What you'll need We are open minded when it comes to hiring. If you are intellectually curious, a critical thinker, enjoy solving problems and possess the aptitude and attitude to learn, we would like to hear from you! Desirable experience would include: Ability to investigate a person's behaviour and illustrate anomalous behaviour observed. Experience in packet capture analysis, EDR, IDS/IPS, SIEM and AV. Knowledge of Windows/Linux/Mac Host internals. Knowledge of Cloud, Azure, KQL, Scripting, Microsoft Defender. Knowledge of network protocols and windows enterprise domains. Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques. Knowledge of Splunk ES8. Knowledge of OT and CNI working environments. Knowledge of Kubernetes or associated Cloud Native Computing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of IDS and IPS Snort rules. Knowledge of Network perimeter security devices. Security clearance. 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 and operates as an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Data Resilience Engineering Lead (Contract) 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. Locations: London Birmingham Edinburgh Bristol Manchester On-site: 2 days per week Duration: 6 months Rate: Competitive - via umbrella company The Role Join a major UK financial services organisation and help drive its enterprise data resilience agenda. You'll ensure critical data assets are secure, available, and recoverable within regulatory tolerances, working across a large, complex technology landscape. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with senior stakeholder influence in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead data resilience initiatives across on-prem, cloud, and third-party environments. Design and embed resilience controls across data flows, middleware, APIs, messaging, and batch processes. Perform data resilience assessments and identify risks across availability, integrity, and security. Build end-to-end data lineage using tools such as Ins-Pi and ServiceNow. Present findings and influence remediation through senior governance forums. Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in data resilience, backup/recovery, encryption, messaging, batch processing, and cloud technologies. Banking or insurance background with knowledge of critical services (e.g. payments, cards, pensions). Understanding of FCA, PRA, and EBA operational resilience expectations. Risk, control, and enterprise architecture experience. Desirable Hybrid cloud resilience and disaster recovery experience. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered please click the "apply" button. 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. 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
20/01/2026
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Data Resilience Engineering Lead (Contract) 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. Locations: London Birmingham Edinburgh Bristol Manchester On-site: 2 days per week Duration: 6 months Rate: Competitive - via umbrella company The Role Join a major UK financial services organisation and help drive its enterprise data resilience agenda. You'll ensure critical data assets are secure, available, and recoverable within regulatory tolerances, working across a large, complex technology landscape. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with senior stakeholder influence in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead data resilience initiatives across on-prem, cloud, and third-party environments. Design and embed resilience controls across data flows, middleware, APIs, messaging, and batch processes. Perform data resilience assessments and identify risks across availability, integrity, and security. Build end-to-end data lineage using tools such as Ins-Pi and ServiceNow. Present findings and influence remediation through senior governance forums. Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in data resilience, backup/recovery, encryption, messaging, batch processing, and cloud technologies. Banking or insurance background with knowledge of critical services (e.g. payments, cards, pensions). Understanding of FCA, PRA, and EBA operational resilience expectations. Risk, control, and enterprise architecture experience. Desirable Hybrid cloud resilience and disaster recovery experience. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered please click the "apply" button. 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. 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
Omada IGA Engineer Utilities Predominantly remote: Occasional travel to Warwick (rare) 6 months+ Day rate contract In short: We are implementing Omada IGA and require 2 technical engineers to join the team on a lengthy programme of work. Essential: Omada IGA engineering experience Omada IGA Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions using the Omada Identity platform. The role involves balancing strong technical expertise with an understanding of business processes to ensure compliance and efficient access management. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities typically vary depending on whether the role is in consulting, development, or support, but generally include: Solution Implementation: Configuring and deploying Omada Identity solutions (both cloud and on-premises) based on client requirements. Application Onboarding & Integration: Connecting and configuring various applications and systems, such as Active Directory (AD), Azure AD (Entra ID), SAP, Exchange, ServiceNow, and other cloud services/APIs (SCIM, REST). Lifecycle Management Automation: Designing and improving automated joiner, mover, and leaver (JML) processes for managing user identities and access rights. Policy and Workflow Management: Optimising Omada workflows, policies, and graphical user interfaces (GUI), including defining and managing access policies and role-based access control (RBAC) models. Data Management & Reporting: Using Microsoft SQL Server for data analysis, monitoring, reporting, and supporting data integration and ETL tasks. Support & Troubleshooting: Providing 2nd and 3rd level support for the Omada platform, resolving technical issues, access provisioning errors, and platform-related incidents. Documentation & Best Practices: Creating and maintaining technical documentation and process flows, and contributing to internal knowledge sharing. Essential Skills and Qualifications Experience with Omada Identity: Solid, hands-on experience in implementing and supporting Omada Identity solutions is typically required. IAM/IGA Knowledge: Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management principles, identity life cycle management, access certification, and governance processes. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server. Experience with Scripting languages like PowerShell or Python for automation and integration is a plus. Familiarity with relevant technologies and protocols: AD, LDAP, SAML, SCIM, web services. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Certifications: Relevant IAM/IGA certifications (eg, Omada, SailPoint, Okta) are often preferred 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 and operates as an equal opportunities employer. 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.
20/01/2026
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Omada IGA Engineer Utilities Predominantly remote: Occasional travel to Warwick (rare) 6 months+ Day rate contract In short: We are implementing Omada IGA and require 2 technical engineers to join the team on a lengthy programme of work. Essential: Omada IGA engineering experience Omada IGA Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions using the Omada Identity platform. The role involves balancing strong technical expertise with an understanding of business processes to ensure compliance and efficient access management. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities typically vary depending on whether the role is in consulting, development, or support, but generally include: Solution Implementation: Configuring and deploying Omada Identity solutions (both cloud and on-premises) based on client requirements. Application Onboarding & Integration: Connecting and configuring various applications and systems, such as Active Directory (AD), Azure AD (Entra ID), SAP, Exchange, ServiceNow, and other cloud services/APIs (SCIM, REST). Lifecycle Management Automation: Designing and improving automated joiner, mover, and leaver (JML) processes for managing user identities and access rights. Policy and Workflow Management: Optimising Omada workflows, policies, and graphical user interfaces (GUI), including defining and managing access policies and role-based access control (RBAC) models. Data Management & Reporting: Using Microsoft SQL Server for data analysis, monitoring, reporting, and supporting data integration and ETL tasks. Support & Troubleshooting: Providing 2nd and 3rd level support for the Omada platform, resolving technical issues, access provisioning errors, and platform-related incidents. Documentation & Best Practices: Creating and maintaining technical documentation and process flows, and contributing to internal knowledge sharing. Essential Skills and Qualifications Experience with Omada Identity: Solid, hands-on experience in implementing and supporting Omada Identity solutions is typically required. IAM/IGA Knowledge: Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management principles, identity life cycle management, access certification, and governance processes. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server. Experience with Scripting languages like PowerShell or Python for automation and integration is a plus. Familiarity with relevant technologies and protocols: AD, LDAP, SAML, SCIM, web services. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Certifications: Relevant IAM/IGA certifications (eg, Omada, SailPoint, Okta) are often preferred 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 and operates as an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Job Advertisement: First Line Support Location: Chester (Onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months (Potential for extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Are you ready to kickstart your career in IT within the dynamic Banking & Financial Services industry? Our client is seeking a dedicated First Line Support professional to join their 24/7 Global Service Desk. This is an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional support to internal employees and enhance your technical skills in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver first line support via voice and chat channels to internal employees, ensuring top-notch client care. Troubleshoot basic issues related to Microsoft applications, including the MS Office suite, Office 365, SharePoint, and Skype. Manage multiple live chats concurrently while maintaining focus on operations and quality metrics. Document tickets clearly for the second line teams to facilitate effective resolution of issues. Collaborate with regional and international partners to deliver best-in-class service. Participate in in-house technical training and receive real-time support from peers and subject matter experts. What We're Looking For: Customer Care Skills: A strong commitment to client care with excellent communication and written skills. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with hardware support for Windows 10/11 and network solutions such as Citrix, VPN, and Cisco AnyConnect. organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Team Player: A collaborative spirit with the ability to build relationships across global teams. Performance-Driven: Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance targets related to customer service and chat handling. Qualifications: Experience in a technology call centre or customer service environment is preferred. Knowledge of ITSM Remedy is a plus but not essential. Eagerness to expand your skills and knowledge within the IT field. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing the successful candidate to work onsite for four days and one day from home, provided individual service levels and performance metrics are met post-training. If you are ready to take on this challenge and grow your career in IT support, we encourage you to apply! Join our client's team and become part of a dynamic organisation that values client care and teamwork. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
19/01/2026
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Job Advertisement: First Line Support Location: Chester (Onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months (Potential for extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Are you ready to kickstart your career in IT within the dynamic Banking & Financial Services industry? Our client is seeking a dedicated First Line Support professional to join their 24/7 Global Service Desk. This is an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional support to internal employees and enhance your technical skills in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver first line support via voice and chat channels to internal employees, ensuring top-notch client care. Troubleshoot basic issues related to Microsoft applications, including the MS Office suite, Office 365, SharePoint, and Skype. Manage multiple live chats concurrently while maintaining focus on operations and quality metrics. Document tickets clearly for the second line teams to facilitate effective resolution of issues. Collaborate with regional and international partners to deliver best-in-class service. Participate in in-house technical training and receive real-time support from peers and subject matter experts. What We're Looking For: Customer Care Skills: A strong commitment to client care with excellent communication and written skills. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with hardware support for Windows 10/11 and network solutions such as Citrix, VPN, and Cisco AnyConnect. organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Team Player: A collaborative spirit with the ability to build relationships across global teams. Performance-Driven: Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance targets related to customer service and chat handling. Qualifications: Experience in a technology call centre or customer service environment is preferred. Knowledge of ITSM Remedy is a plus but not essential. Eagerness to expand your skills and knowledge within the IT field. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing the successful candidate to work onsite for four days and one day from home, provided individual service levels and performance metrics are met post-training. If you are ready to take on this challenge and grow your career in IT support, we encourage you to apply! Join our client's team and become part of a dynamic organisation that values client care and teamwork. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
2nd Line IT Support Analyst (Field Based) Initial 6-Month Contract PAYE - 37,700 per annum (pro rata) Bristol based - on-site initially, hybrid opportunity thereafter. About We are recruiting a 2nd Line IT Support Analyst to provide hands-on End User Computing support within a large UK Utilities organisation. This role supports internal employees only and is suited to someone who enjoys practical troubleshooting, customer interaction, and working across multiple sites! The role will be fully on-site initially, with some hybrid working available once established . The position is primarily based in Bristol, with occasional travel to nearby locations . Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd line Windows support for desktops, laptops, and peripherals Resolve incidents and service requests face-to-face, remotely, and by phone Install, configure, and replace PCs and printers Escalate complex issues where required and work with wider IT teams Maintain accurate ticket updates and asset records Deliver a professional, customer-focused support service Essential Experience Proven experience in a 2nd line IT support or field support role Strong Windows OS troubleshooting skills Experience supporting users in a corporate / enterprise environment Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable Experience using JIRA or similar ticketing systems Exposure to Active Directory, SCCM, or Exchange IT support or administration certification Is this of interest? If so, apply now with an up-to-date CV for consideration! Note - if you do not hear back within 48 hours of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we will have your CV and contact details on files should something more suitable arise. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
19/01/2026
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2nd Line IT Support Analyst (Field Based) Initial 6-Month Contract PAYE - 37,700 per annum (pro rata) Bristol based - on-site initially, hybrid opportunity thereafter. About We are recruiting a 2nd Line IT Support Analyst to provide hands-on End User Computing support within a large UK Utilities organisation. This role supports internal employees only and is suited to someone who enjoys practical troubleshooting, customer interaction, and working across multiple sites! The role will be fully on-site initially, with some hybrid working available once established . The position is primarily based in Bristol, with occasional travel to nearby locations . Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd line Windows support for desktops, laptops, and peripherals Resolve incidents and service requests face-to-face, remotely, and by phone Install, configure, and replace PCs and printers Escalate complex issues where required and work with wider IT teams Maintain accurate ticket updates and asset records Deliver a professional, customer-focused support service Essential Experience Proven experience in a 2nd line IT support or field support role Strong Windows OS troubleshooting skills Experience supporting users in a corporate / enterprise environment Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable Experience using JIRA or similar ticketing systems Exposure to Active Directory, SCCM, or Exchange IT support or administration certification Is this of interest? If so, apply now with an up-to-date CV for consideration! Note - if you do not hear back within 48 hours of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we will have your CV and contact details on files should something more suitable arise. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
Job Title: Junior Data Engineer Are you ready to kickstart your career in the exciting world of data engineering? Our client, a leading organization in the IT & Digital industry, is on the hunt for a passionate Junior Data Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you have a knack for problem-solving and are eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Pay Rate: Competitive (Umbrella) Duration: 6 months with a view to extend to 9 months Working Pattern: Remote (occasional travel to Bristol for training) Start Date: ASAP What You will Do: As a Junior Data Engineer, you will work closely with a Senior Data Engineer to support a critical application launch. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining data integrity and implementing SQL-based fixes and patches in a fast-paced production environment. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring smooth operations through: Writing and executing queries for code fixes, patches, and data corrections Supporting the Senior Data Engineer in maintaining database stability and performance as the application goes live Troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues promptly Implementing database patches and updates Performing data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy Documenting technical processes and maintaining clear records of changes made What We are Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess a solid foundation in data engineering concepts and technologies. Here is what you need: Essential Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (mandatory) Solid understanding of query writing, optimization, and debugging Experience with database maintenance, data fixes, and patch implementation Ability to work under pressure in a production environment Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills to work effectively with senior engineers and stakeholders Desirable Skills: Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration Familiarity with Alteryx for data preparation Knowledge of REST APIs and integration patterns Awareness of Agile methodologies Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field Technology certifications in database administration or data engineering are a plus Why Join Us? Our client values creativity, teamwork, and continuous learning. By joining their talented team, you will have the opportunity to: Work on impactful projects that drive innovation Collaborate with experienced professionals who are eager to mentor and support you Enjoy a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance Develop your skills in a thriving industry Ready to Apply? If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Join our client in shaping the future of data engineering. Apply Now! Please note if you do not hear back regarding your application within 5 working days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful currently, but we thank you for your interest. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
16/01/2026
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Job Title: Junior Data Engineer Are you ready to kickstart your career in the exciting world of data engineering? Our client, a leading organization in the IT & Digital industry, is on the hunt for a passionate Junior Data Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you have a knack for problem-solving and are eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Pay Rate: Competitive (Umbrella) Duration: 6 months with a view to extend to 9 months Working Pattern: Remote (occasional travel to Bristol for training) Start Date: ASAP What You will Do: As a Junior Data Engineer, you will work closely with a Senior Data Engineer to support a critical application launch. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining data integrity and implementing SQL-based fixes and patches in a fast-paced production environment. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring smooth operations through: Writing and executing queries for code fixes, patches, and data corrections Supporting the Senior Data Engineer in maintaining database stability and performance as the application goes live Troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues promptly Implementing database patches and updates Performing data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy Documenting technical processes and maintaining clear records of changes made What We are Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess a solid foundation in data engineering concepts and technologies. Here is what you need: Essential Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (mandatory) Solid understanding of query writing, optimization, and debugging Experience with database maintenance, data fixes, and patch implementation Ability to work under pressure in a production environment Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills to work effectively with senior engineers and stakeholders Desirable Skills: Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration Familiarity with Alteryx for data preparation Knowledge of REST APIs and integration patterns Awareness of Agile methodologies Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field Technology certifications in database administration or data engineering are a plus Why Join Us? Our client values creativity, teamwork, and continuous learning. By joining their talented team, you will have the opportunity to: Work on impactful projects that drive innovation Collaborate with experienced professionals who are eager to mentor and support you Enjoy a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance Develop your skills in a thriving industry Ready to Apply? If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Join our client in shaping the future of data engineering. Apply Now! Please note if you do not hear back regarding your application within 5 working days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful currently, but we thank you for your interest. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Job Title: Business Agility Lead/Scrum Master / Agile Coach Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Halifax - 2 days per week onsite Daily Rate: 550/Day Contract Length: 3 months Working Pattern: Full Time About This Opportunity Are you an Agile enthusiast ready to make a real impact? Join our client as a Business Agility Lead (BAL) and become an integral part of a dynamic team. In this role, you'll partner with Labs to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and predictability, delivering remarkable value to customers and colleagues alike. As the Business Agility Lead, you will: Drive the performance of your Lab, focusing on data quality and optimised workflow. Transition to a data-led approach to accelerate speed to market. Introduce proactive improvements and coach teams back on track when needed. Collaborate closely with Lab Leaders to enhance performance and maturity. Skills required: Proven experience in Agile Coaching/Scrum Mastery, with relevant certifications (e.g., PSM 1, PSM 2, PK1). Strong understanding of Agile Delivery Metrics and evidence-based decision-making. Experience coaching and influencing Lab leadership in Agile Ways of Working. Proficiency with JIRA, JIRA Align, and Confluence. Ability to drive data quality and use insights to enhance Lab performance and productivity. What You'll Do: Support and coach colleagues in implementing and refining agile practises like Scrum, Kanban, and scaled frameworks. Use your experience and data to guide teams in selecting the right approach for their needs. Solve problems creatively, drawing from your deep understanding of customer, business, and industry dynamics. Facilitate brainstorming, process flows, and value hypothesis setting to unlock team potential. Bonus Points For: Familiarity with diverse Agile methodologies and the ability to select the best fit for varying contexts. Experience in enhancing Lab cadence and supporting effective planning and sequencing of work. About Working For Us We are committed to building an inclusive environment that reflects modern society, celebrating diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel they belong and thrive, regardless of their background, identity, or culture. We embrace diversity at all levels and support initiatives such as a menopause health package and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. We are disability confident and welcome applications from under-represented groups. If you need adjustments in the recruitment process, just let us know! Are You Ready to Join Us? If you're excited about the prospect of driving Agile transformation and helping teams reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that is passionate about Agile excellence and continuous improvement. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
16/01/2026
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Job Title: Business Agility Lead/Scrum Master / Agile Coach Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Halifax - 2 days per week onsite Daily Rate: 550/Day Contract Length: 3 months Working Pattern: Full Time About This Opportunity Are you an Agile enthusiast ready to make a real impact? Join our client as a Business Agility Lead (BAL) and become an integral part of a dynamic team. In this role, you'll partner with Labs to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and predictability, delivering remarkable value to customers and colleagues alike. As the Business Agility Lead, you will: Drive the performance of your Lab, focusing on data quality and optimised workflow. Transition to a data-led approach to accelerate speed to market. Introduce proactive improvements and coach teams back on track when needed. Collaborate closely with Lab Leaders to enhance performance and maturity. Skills required: Proven experience in Agile Coaching/Scrum Mastery, with relevant certifications (e.g., PSM 1, PSM 2, PK1). Strong understanding of Agile Delivery Metrics and evidence-based decision-making. Experience coaching and influencing Lab leadership in Agile Ways of Working. Proficiency with JIRA, JIRA Align, and Confluence. Ability to drive data quality and use insights to enhance Lab performance and productivity. What You'll Do: Support and coach colleagues in implementing and refining agile practises like Scrum, Kanban, and scaled frameworks. Use your experience and data to guide teams in selecting the right approach for their needs. Solve problems creatively, drawing from your deep understanding of customer, business, and industry dynamics. Facilitate brainstorming, process flows, and value hypothesis setting to unlock team potential. Bonus Points For: Familiarity with diverse Agile methodologies and the ability to select the best fit for varying contexts. Experience in enhancing Lab cadence and supporting effective planning and sequencing of work. About Working For Us We are committed to building an inclusive environment that reflects modern society, celebrating diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel they belong and thrive, regardless of their background, identity, or culture. We embrace diversity at all levels and support initiatives such as a menopause health package and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. We are disability confident and welcome applications from under-represented groups. If you need adjustments in the recruitment process, just let us know! Are You Ready to Join Us? If you're excited about the prospect of driving Agile transformation and helping teams reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that is passionate about Agile excellence and continuous improvement. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Job Title: UI Developer Location: Bromley Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid - 3 days in the office Contract Length: 12 months with potential for extending Daily rate: Circa 700per day via an Umbrella Are you a passionate UI Developer looking to make an impact in the finance industry? Do you thrive on building modern, scalable, and user-friendly web interfaces? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client's dynamic team! About the Role: As a UI Developer, you will be at the forefront of developing innovative user interfaces for a cutting-edge Generative AI platform. Collaborating with talented professionals in Global Markets Sales & Trading and Quantitative Strategies, you will harness the power of data to drive insights and transform business processes. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain reusable UI components using React and TypeScript . Implement responsive and accessible interfaces that meet enterprise standards (e.g., WCAG ). Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality features. Integrate with RESTful APIs and manage application state using Redux Toolkit and RTK Query . Incorporate Vercel AI SDK UI components to enhance chatbot functionality and user experience. Ensure code quality through unit and integration testing with Vitest and React Testing Library . Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions. Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues across various browsers and devices. What You Bring: Required Skills & Experience: Experience developing modern web applications with React and TypeScript . Expert knowledge in JavaScript/TypeScript Strong understanding of component-based architecture and state management. Hands-on experience in Python service-side development and APIs (e.g., FastAPI ). Familiarity with testing frameworks ( Vitest , React Testing Library ) and pytest for Python. Experience with CI/CD tools and collaborative development workflows using Git / Bitbucket . Non-Technical Skills: Self-starter with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented and highly organised. Strong communication skills to collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams. Adaptable to shifting and competing priorities. Committed to delivering high-quality service. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with schema validation using Zod . Familiarity with component documentation tools (e.g., Storybook ). Understanding of performance optimisation techniques for large-scale applications. Experience developing frameworks and tools specific to AI/ML Familiarity with cloud platforms and development in cloud environments. Why Join Us? At our client's organisation, you will enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values your contributions. They are committed to your professional growth and well-being, offering competitive benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial health. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to work on innovative projects that make a difference. You'll be part of a team that believes in Responsible Growth , ensuring a positive impact on clients, communities, and shareholders. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited about leveraging your skills in a fast-paced environment and contributing to a groundbreaking Generative AI platform, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Today! Join us in shaping the future of finance through technology and innovation. Your journey starts here! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
16/01/2026
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Job Title: UI Developer Location: Bromley Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid - 3 days in the office Contract Length: 12 months with potential for extending Daily rate: Circa 700per day via an Umbrella Are you a passionate UI Developer looking to make an impact in the finance industry? Do you thrive on building modern, scalable, and user-friendly web interfaces? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client's dynamic team! About the Role: As a UI Developer, you will be at the forefront of developing innovative user interfaces for a cutting-edge Generative AI platform. Collaborating with talented professionals in Global Markets Sales & Trading and Quantitative Strategies, you will harness the power of data to drive insights and transform business processes. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain reusable UI components using React and TypeScript . Implement responsive and accessible interfaces that meet enterprise standards (e.g., WCAG ). Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality features. Integrate with RESTful APIs and manage application state using Redux Toolkit and RTK Query . Incorporate Vercel AI SDK UI components to enhance chatbot functionality and user experience. Ensure code quality through unit and integration testing with Vitest and React Testing Library . Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions. Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues across various browsers and devices. What You Bring: Required Skills & Experience: Experience developing modern web applications with React and TypeScript . Expert knowledge in JavaScript/TypeScript Strong understanding of component-based architecture and state management. Hands-on experience in Python service-side development and APIs (e.g., FastAPI ). Familiarity with testing frameworks ( Vitest , React Testing Library ) and pytest for Python. Experience with CI/CD tools and collaborative development workflows using Git / Bitbucket . Non-Technical Skills: Self-starter with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented and highly organised. Strong communication skills to collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams. Adaptable to shifting and competing priorities. Committed to delivering high-quality service. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with schema validation using Zod . Familiarity with component documentation tools (e.g., Storybook ). Understanding of performance optimisation techniques for large-scale applications. Experience developing frameworks and tools specific to AI/ML Familiarity with cloud platforms and development in cloud environments. Why Join Us? At our client's organisation, you will enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values your contributions. They are committed to your professional growth and well-being, offering competitive benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial health. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to work on innovative projects that make a difference. You'll be part of a team that believes in Responsible Growth , ensuring a positive impact on clients, communities, and shareholders. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited about leveraging your skills in a fast-paced environment and contributing to a groundbreaking Generative AI platform, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Today! Join us in shaping the future of finance through technology and innovation. Your journey starts here! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Job Advertisement: Python Developer - Equity Derivatives - 13029 Daily Rate: Negotiable via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 12 months with potential to extend Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid 2-3 days a week in the office Location: London Are you a passionate Python Developer eager to make an impact in the exciting world of Equity Derivatives? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic mid-level developer to join their innovative team, dedicated to building a highly automated, fully Straight-Through Processing (STP) system that meets front-to-back business needs in the rapidly growing Structured Notes (SN) and Structured Products (SP) sectors. This is not just another job; it's an opportunity to contribute to the evolution of cutting-edge technology and process automation solutions that will help drive significant growth! What You'll Do: Collaborate with a vibrant team including platform teams, sales, trading, structuring, and operations to achieve collective success. Build applications, services, and tools aimed at automating pre-trade and post-trade activities, improving decision-making in the SN/SP landscape. Optimize the Treasury workstream to enhance STP Rates and support diverse team requests. Who You Are: A tech-savvy individual with experience in front-office equities derivatives systems. Previous experience with SN and SP is a bonus! Equipped with a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Proficient in designing and developing complex server-side functionality in Python. Familiar with SQL (preferably Oracle) and have basic Unix knowledge. A self-starter who thrives in an agile environment and is adept at juggling multiple priorities. Experienced within the financial services / banking sector Key Responsibilities: Gain a deep understanding of our entire technology stack. Design and develop new features within existing Python services and create new services. Participate in agile planning with team members and write acceptance tests in coordination with QA. Provide Level 3 user support and engage effectively with business and platform partners. Enhance our CI pipeline and deployment strategies. Desired Skills: Experience with modern web UI technologies like HTML5, React, RESTful services, and Websockets. Knowledge of Structured Products (Notes, Warrants, Certificates) is advantageous. Why Join Us? Be part of the fastest-growing area in Equities Derivatives Technology. Collaborate with talented professionals and drive significant business growth. Enjoy a competitive daily rate that reflects your expertise and contributions. If you're ready to take on this challenge and make a difference, don't hesitate to apply! Let's innovate together and shape the future of Equity Derivatives. Apply Now! Join us in this exciting journey-your next big career move is just a click away! Please note we will be in touch within 48 hours if we have been shortlisted. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. 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.
14/01/2026
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Job Advertisement: Python Developer - Equity Derivatives - 13029 Daily Rate: Negotiable via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 12 months with potential to extend Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid 2-3 days a week in the office Location: London Are you a passionate Python Developer eager to make an impact in the exciting world of Equity Derivatives? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic mid-level developer to join their innovative team, dedicated to building a highly automated, fully Straight-Through Processing (STP) system that meets front-to-back business needs in the rapidly growing Structured Notes (SN) and Structured Products (SP) sectors. This is not just another job; it's an opportunity to contribute to the evolution of cutting-edge technology and process automation solutions that will help drive significant growth! What You'll Do: Collaborate with a vibrant team including platform teams, sales, trading, structuring, and operations to achieve collective success. Build applications, services, and tools aimed at automating pre-trade and post-trade activities, improving decision-making in the SN/SP landscape. Optimize the Treasury workstream to enhance STP Rates and support diverse team requests. Who You Are: A tech-savvy individual with experience in front-office equities derivatives systems. Previous experience with SN and SP is a bonus! Equipped with a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Proficient in designing and developing complex server-side functionality in Python. Familiar with SQL (preferably Oracle) and have basic Unix knowledge. A self-starter who thrives in an agile environment and is adept at juggling multiple priorities. Experienced within the financial services / banking sector Key Responsibilities: Gain a deep understanding of our entire technology stack. Design and develop new features within existing Python services and create new services. Participate in agile planning with team members and write acceptance tests in coordination with QA. Provide Level 3 user support and engage effectively with business and platform partners. Enhance our CI pipeline and deployment strategies. Desired Skills: Experience with modern web UI technologies like HTML5, React, RESTful services, and Websockets. Knowledge of Structured Products (Notes, Warrants, Certificates) is advantageous. Why Join Us? Be part of the fastest-growing area in Equities Derivatives Technology. Collaborate with talented professionals and drive significant business growth. Enjoy a competitive daily rate that reflects your expertise and contributions. If you're ready to take on this challenge and make a difference, don't hesitate to apply! Let's innovate together and shape the future of Equity Derivatives. Apply Now! Join us in this exciting journey-your next big career move is just a click away! Please note we will be in touch within 48 hours if we have been shortlisted. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. 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.
Senior DevOps Lead Location - Edinburgh ideally onsite but may consider remote working Financial Services (Day 2 Programme) We are seeking a Senior DevOps Led to manage a team of six Cloud System Engineers as part of a Day 2 programme transitioning services between UK banks. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape cloud and DevOps operations in a regulated financial services environment. The Role You will provide technical leadership and expertise in DevOps, overseeing the implementation of new tools onto an existing AWS infrastructure. You will configure GitHub, design and manage CI/CD pipelines, and ensure deployments are secure, scalable, and resilient. Your team will rely on your guidance to maintain best practices, automate processes, and deliver high-quality cloud solutions. You will also: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of six Cloud System Engineers. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities. Identify risks, manage dependencies, and ensure alignment with programme objectives. Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing across the team. Skills & Experience Recognised expert in DevOps with extensive experience in AWS and cloud engineering. Hands-on experience configuring GitHub and managing repositories, branches, pull requests, and workflows. Able to design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines . Strong leadership and people management skills for a team of cloud engineers. Experience in automation, monitoring, incident management, and secure deployments. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in financial services. Commercial awareness and business insight to deliver solutions aligned with organisational objectives. Why Join Us You will be part of a major UK financial services business, helping to shape the next phase of cloud and DevOps operations during a critical transition. This is a highly visible role offering leadership, technical influence, and the chance to deliver impactful solutions in a regulated environment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
14/01/2026
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Senior DevOps Lead Location - Edinburgh ideally onsite but may consider remote working Financial Services (Day 2 Programme) We are seeking a Senior DevOps Led to manage a team of six Cloud System Engineers as part of a Day 2 programme transitioning services between UK banks. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape cloud and DevOps operations in a regulated financial services environment. The Role You will provide technical leadership and expertise in DevOps, overseeing the implementation of new tools onto an existing AWS infrastructure. You will configure GitHub, design and manage CI/CD pipelines, and ensure deployments are secure, scalable, and resilient. Your team will rely on your guidance to maintain best practices, automate processes, and deliver high-quality cloud solutions. You will also: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of six Cloud System Engineers. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities. Identify risks, manage dependencies, and ensure alignment with programme objectives. Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing across the team. Skills & Experience Recognised expert in DevOps with extensive experience in AWS and cloud engineering. Hands-on experience configuring GitHub and managing repositories, branches, pull requests, and workflows. Able to design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines . Strong leadership and people management skills for a team of cloud engineers. Experience in automation, monitoring, incident management, and secure deployments. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in financial services. Commercial awareness and business insight to deliver solutions aligned with organisational objectives. Why Join Us You will be part of a major UK financial services business, helping to shape the next phase of cloud and DevOps operations during a critical transition. This is a highly visible role offering leadership, technical influence, and the chance to deliver impactful solutions in a regulated environment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
Job Title: Service Designer Location: Edinburgh Pay Rate: 600 - 700 per day via Umbrella Contract Length: 6 months (potential extension) Hybrid Working: On-site twice per week (Wednesday & Thursday) About the Organisation Our client is a large, customer-focused financial services organisation undergoing a significant digital transformation. With millions of customers across the UK, they are investing heavily in digital platforms, services, and people to deliver seamless, multi-channel experiences that meet the needs of modern customers. Who We're Looking For We're seeking an experienced Senior Service Designer to lead the creation of seamless digital experiences, champion user-centred design, and help advance service design practices across the organisation. About the Role As a Lead Service Designer , you'll work within a multidisciplinary team of designers, researchers, and strategists across a wide range of initiatives. You'll be confident across all aspects of service design, including: Needs definition Journey mapping Service blueprinting Storytelling Facilitating workshops Applying design thinking methods Using evidence and insight to influence stakeholders You'll be passionate about your craft and enjoy developing others-whether that's advocating for service design within product teams, shaping new ways of working, or helping evolve design maturity across the organisation. You'll Also Be Responsible For: Working effectively within agile teams to uncover priorities, visualise outcomes, and define scope Facilitating workshops and discussions to ensure business context, risks, and needs are well understood Communicating clearly with stakeholders to manage expectations and incorporate multiple perspectives Researching and documenting current-state services and articulating future-state experiences Leading others to make strong design decisions and champion the user perspective Coaching and mentoring colleagues to support their development Collaborating closely with designers, product owners, and engineers Contributing to the wider design community by sharing knowledge and embedding design principles Skills & Experience Required: A proactive, driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work credibly with senior stakeholders Confidence to challenge constructively where appropriate Calm, resilient approach under pressure with strong risk awareness Innovative problem-solving skills and the ability to bring others on the journey You'll also have: Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Experience applying research methods to inform design decisions Strong expertise in design thinking and confident facilitation skills If you're excited by this role but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply-we'd love to hear from you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. 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/Adecco 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.
13/01/2026
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Job Title: Service Designer Location: Edinburgh Pay Rate: 600 - 700 per day via Umbrella Contract Length: 6 months (potential extension) Hybrid Working: On-site twice per week (Wednesday & Thursday) About the Organisation Our client is a large, customer-focused financial services organisation undergoing a significant digital transformation. With millions of customers across the UK, they are investing heavily in digital platforms, services, and people to deliver seamless, multi-channel experiences that meet the needs of modern customers. Who We're Looking For We're seeking an experienced Senior Service Designer to lead the creation of seamless digital experiences, champion user-centred design, and help advance service design practices across the organisation. About the Role As a Lead Service Designer , you'll work within a multidisciplinary team of designers, researchers, and strategists across a wide range of initiatives. You'll be confident across all aspects of service design, including: Needs definition Journey mapping Service blueprinting Storytelling Facilitating workshops Applying design thinking methods Using evidence and insight to influence stakeholders You'll be passionate about your craft and enjoy developing others-whether that's advocating for service design within product teams, shaping new ways of working, or helping evolve design maturity across the organisation. You'll Also Be Responsible For: Working effectively within agile teams to uncover priorities, visualise outcomes, and define scope Facilitating workshops and discussions to ensure business context, risks, and needs are well understood Communicating clearly with stakeholders to manage expectations and incorporate multiple perspectives Researching and documenting current-state services and articulating future-state experiences Leading others to make strong design decisions and champion the user perspective Coaching and mentoring colleagues to support their development Collaborating closely with designers, product owners, and engineers Contributing to the wider design community by sharing knowledge and embedding design principles Skills & Experience Required: A proactive, driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work credibly with senior stakeholders Confidence to challenge constructively where appropriate Calm, resilient approach under pressure with strong risk awareness Innovative problem-solving skills and the ability to bring others on the journey You'll also have: Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Experience applying research methods to inform design decisions Strong expertise in design thinking and confident facilitation skills If you're excited by this role but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply-we'd love to hear from you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. 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/Adecco 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.
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. Join Our Team as a Technical Programme Manager - People Services! Are you ready to shape the future of colleague support in the retail industry? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic and innovative Technical Programme Manager to join their People Services team for a temporary contract of 6 months. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in creating a streamlined, digital-first Help experience for colleagues! Role: Technical Programme Manager Duration: 6 Months Location: Welwyn Garden City (3 Days in Office) Rate: 750.00 pd Umbrella About the Role: As the Technical Programme Manager, you will lead the charge in driving behavioural and technical transformations within the Help domain. Your mission? Simplifying and enhancing the support experience for colleagues while ensuring seamless delivery of existing services and onboarding new products. What You'll Do: Spearhead initiatives that prioritize simplification and digitalization across colleague support processes. Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and business partners to define and execute a clear roadmap. Ensure new initiatives are well-defined in terms of scope, value, cost, resources, and design. Track progress and outcomes to guarantee a successful delivery. Key Initiatives Include: Developing centralized tools to digitalize Help processes, content, and documentation. Driving enhancements that prepare the Help service for the future while maintaining continuity and onboarding new consumers. Expanding new technologies and capabilities for experimentation and implementation, with a focus on AI. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should bring: A strong background in digital assistant implementations. Experience in AI implementation, particularly in controls and protections. Knowledge of online content management, simplification, and strategy. Why Join Us? Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing colleague experiences across the organization. Collaboration: Work with talented teams across various functions to drive meaningful outcomes. Growth: Take advantage of career development opportunities while making a lasting impact. If you're passionate about driving change and want to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to optimizing colleague support, we want to hear from you! 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 and operates as an equal opportunities' employer. 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.
13/01/2026
Contractor
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. Join Our Team as a Technical Programme Manager - People Services! Are you ready to shape the future of colleague support in the retail industry? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic and innovative Technical Programme Manager to join their People Services team for a temporary contract of 6 months. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in creating a streamlined, digital-first Help experience for colleagues! Role: Technical Programme Manager Duration: 6 Months Location: Welwyn Garden City (3 Days in Office) Rate: 750.00 pd Umbrella About the Role: As the Technical Programme Manager, you will lead the charge in driving behavioural and technical transformations within the Help domain. Your mission? Simplifying and enhancing the support experience for colleagues while ensuring seamless delivery of existing services and onboarding new products. What You'll Do: Spearhead initiatives that prioritize simplification and digitalization across colleague support processes. Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and business partners to define and execute a clear roadmap. Ensure new initiatives are well-defined in terms of scope, value, cost, resources, and design. Track progress and outcomes to guarantee a successful delivery. Key Initiatives Include: Developing centralized tools to digitalize Help processes, content, and documentation. Driving enhancements that prepare the Help service for the future while maintaining continuity and onboarding new consumers. Expanding new technologies and capabilities for experimentation and implementation, with a focus on AI. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should bring: A strong background in digital assistant implementations. Experience in AI implementation, particularly in controls and protections. Knowledge of online content management, simplification, and strategy. Why Join Us? Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing colleague experiences across the organization. Collaboration: Work with talented teams across various functions to drive meaningful outcomes. Growth: Take advantage of career development opportunities while making a lasting impact. If you're passionate about driving change and want to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to optimizing colleague support, we want to hear from you! 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 and operates as an equal opportunities' employer. 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.
Wintel Engineer Windows Build Engineer - Installation & Troubleshooting Location: Leicester (on-site twice per week) Contract: 3-month initial contract with scope for extension Day Rate: 550 per day Overview For National Grid, a leading energy company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions, we are seeking an experienced Wintel Engineer to join a highly skilled infrastructure team. National Grid is recognised for its innovative approach to energy management and its focus on resilience, security, and operational excellence. In this role, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimising Windows and Intel-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability and compliance across critical systems. A key focus of this role is transitioning from manual USB-based server builds to automated deployments using PXE boot and MDT, along with deploying a new Hyper-V virtualisation system with Ansible playbooks for configuration and automation, ensuring secure, scalable, and consistent Windows environments. Key Responsibilities Design, build, implement, and manage Windows-based systems to ensure optimal performance and resilience Lead the transition from manual USB server builds to PXE boot with MDT automated deployments Deploy and manage a new Hyper-V virtualised environment, with Ansible used for configuration management and automation Monitor system performance and proactively troubleshoot issues to maintain system reliability Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Active Directory, RBAC, and Group Policy Administer Windows domains, including virtualised Domain Controllers Implement and support Windows security controls aligned to CIS Benchmarks and Microsoft Security Baselines Configure and manage Windows event forwarding and Syslog integration Collaborate with cross-functional infrastructure and security teams to integrate new technologies Produce and maintain technical documentation, build guides, and operational procedures Provide technical guidance and escalation support to peers and stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Windows Build / Wintel Engineer Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server 2022 and 2025 Experience deploying and managing Hyper-V virtualisation environments Hands-on experience using Ansible playbooks for configuration and automation Experience with PXE boot and MDT automated server builds, ideally transitioning from USB/manual processes Strong knowledge of Active Directory, RBAC, and Group Policy configuration Experience administering domains in complex, virtualised environments Experience configuring and supporting virtualised Domain Controllers Familiarity with Windows event forwarding and Syslog Working knowledge of Windows Defender Strong understanding of Windows infrastructure security, including CIS Benchmarks and Microsoft Security Baselines Nice to Have Microsoft certifications (e.g., Windows Server, Azure, Infrastructure-related) Experience integrating security and compliance automation into virtualised environments Why Join National Grid 550 per day contract rate 3-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension Leicester-based role with on-site collaboration twice per week Work on critical national infrastructure within a regulated environment Opportunity to transition to PXE/MDT automated builds and a modern Hyper-V platform with Ansible automation We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
12/01/2026
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Wintel Engineer Windows Build Engineer - Installation & Troubleshooting Location: Leicester (on-site twice per week) Contract: 3-month initial contract with scope for extension Day Rate: 550 per day Overview For National Grid, a leading energy company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions, we are seeking an experienced Wintel Engineer to join a highly skilled infrastructure team. National Grid is recognised for its innovative approach to energy management and its focus on resilience, security, and operational excellence. In this role, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimising Windows and Intel-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability and compliance across critical systems. A key focus of this role is transitioning from manual USB-based server builds to automated deployments using PXE boot and MDT, along with deploying a new Hyper-V virtualisation system with Ansible playbooks for configuration and automation, ensuring secure, scalable, and consistent Windows environments. Key Responsibilities Design, build, implement, and manage Windows-based systems to ensure optimal performance and resilience Lead the transition from manual USB server builds to PXE boot with MDT automated deployments Deploy and manage a new Hyper-V virtualised environment, with Ansible used for configuration management and automation Monitor system performance and proactively troubleshoot issues to maintain system reliability Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Active Directory, RBAC, and Group Policy Administer Windows domains, including virtualised Domain Controllers Implement and support Windows security controls aligned to CIS Benchmarks and Microsoft Security Baselines Configure and manage Windows event forwarding and Syslog integration Collaborate with cross-functional infrastructure and security teams to integrate new technologies Produce and maintain technical documentation, build guides, and operational procedures Provide technical guidance and escalation support to peers and stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Windows Build / Wintel Engineer Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server 2022 and 2025 Experience deploying and managing Hyper-V virtualisation environments Hands-on experience using Ansible playbooks for configuration and automation Experience with PXE boot and MDT automated server builds, ideally transitioning from USB/manual processes Strong knowledge of Active Directory, RBAC, and Group Policy configuration Experience administering domains in complex, virtualised environments Experience configuring and supporting virtualised Domain Controllers Familiarity with Windows event forwarding and Syslog Working knowledge of Windows Defender Strong understanding of Windows infrastructure security, including CIS Benchmarks and Microsoft Security Baselines Nice to Have Microsoft certifications (e.g., Windows Server, Azure, Infrastructure-related) Experience integrating security and compliance automation into virtualised environments Why Join National Grid 550 per day contract rate 3-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension Leicester-based role with on-site collaboration twice per week Work on critical national infrastructure within a regulated environment Opportunity to transition to PXE/MDT automated builds and a modern Hyper-V platform with Ansible automation We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
Title: Domain Solution Architect Day Rate: 500- 750/day (Umbrella) Contract: 12 months + possible extension Location: Chester - Hybrid (3 days onsite mandatory) We're hiring a Domain Solution Architect to support major transformation programmes within Global Transaction Services (Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans, Virtual Accounts). The role leads early engagement with the business, shapes conceptual solutions, and owns high-level design across EMEA treasury technology. Key Responsibilities: Lead business engagement, requirements capture, and conceptual solutioning Produce E2E High Level Designs across Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans Assess change impact across technology, operations, and supporting functions Provide architecture oversight through the delivery lifecycle Ensure alignment to design standards, governance, and enterprise architecture Support blueprinting for Treasury and Global Banking & Markets strategy Guide offshore/onshore teams and influence senior stakeholders Essential Experience: Extensive years of experience in solution/functional architecture Corporate banking domain: Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans, VAM UK/EU payment schemes + cross-border payments Regulatory project experience Vendor package selection + integration Strong technical, data analysis & multi-technology design background Proven leadership of distributed teams E2E solution architecture, interfacing patterns, non-functional design Nice to Have: Agile experience TOGAF Banking application design background
10/01/2026
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Title: Domain Solution Architect Day Rate: 500- 750/day (Umbrella) Contract: 12 months + possible extension Location: Chester - Hybrid (3 days onsite mandatory) We're hiring a Domain Solution Architect to support major transformation programmes within Global Transaction Services (Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans, Virtual Accounts). The role leads early engagement with the business, shapes conceptual solutions, and owns high-level design across EMEA treasury technology. Key Responsibilities: Lead business engagement, requirements capture, and conceptual solutioning Produce E2E High Level Designs across Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans Assess change impact across technology, operations, and supporting functions Provide architecture oversight through the delivery lifecycle Ensure alignment to design standards, governance, and enterprise architecture Support blueprinting for Treasury and Global Banking & Markets strategy Guide offshore/onshore teams and influence senior stakeholders Essential Experience: Extensive years of experience in solution/functional architecture Corporate banking domain: Payments, Liquidity, Trade Finance, Loans, VAM UK/EU payment schemes + cross-border payments Regulatory project experience Vendor package selection + integration Strong technical, data analysis & multi-technology design background Proven leadership of distributed teams E2E solution architecture, interfacing patterns, non-functional design Nice to Have: Agile experience TOGAF Banking application design background
Job Title: Technical Writer Location: Warwick, once per week onsite Remuneration: Up to 500 per day Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract (3 months) Are you a master of words with a knack for translating technical jargon into compelling narratives? Our client is on the lookout for an experienced Technical Writer to craft high-quality sanction papers for essential electricity projects. Join a dynamic team where your skills will shine! Responsibilities: Author & Edit : Create sanction papers that articulate project scope, funding structure, and risk profiles with clarity. Translate Technical Inputs : Convert engineering details into accessible narratives for senior stakeholders. Governance Compliance : Ensure documents meet all governance standards and regulatory requirements. Template Mastery : Establish and maintain templates and style guides for consistency. Committee-Ready Packs : Prepare executive summaries, main papers, and appendices for presentation at the highest levels. Required Skills & Experience: Proven expertise in writing investment cases, business cases, or sanction papers within infrastructure, utilities, or energy sectors. Strong financial literacy to present costs, benefits, and investment metrics accurately. Ability to translate complex technical details into clear, structured content. Familiarity with governance processes, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. Exceptional written communication skills with a focus on clarity and structure. Excellent stakeholder management abilities to work collaboratively with diverse teams. Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with document control and collaboration platforms. Desirable: Experience in electricity transmission/distribution projects. Knowledge of regulated funding mechanisms or capital delivery portfolios. Exposure to project controls and risk registers. Familiarity with environmental considerations and planning. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with our client. Join us in shaping the future of energy-your words could power the change! 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.
08/01/2026
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Job Title: Technical Writer Location: Warwick, once per week onsite Remuneration: Up to 500 per day Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract (3 months) Are you a master of words with a knack for translating technical jargon into compelling narratives? Our client is on the lookout for an experienced Technical Writer to craft high-quality sanction papers for essential electricity projects. Join a dynamic team where your skills will shine! Responsibilities: Author & Edit : Create sanction papers that articulate project scope, funding structure, and risk profiles with clarity. Translate Technical Inputs : Convert engineering details into accessible narratives for senior stakeholders. Governance Compliance : Ensure documents meet all governance standards and regulatory requirements. Template Mastery : Establish and maintain templates and style guides for consistency. Committee-Ready Packs : Prepare executive summaries, main papers, and appendices for presentation at the highest levels. Required Skills & Experience: Proven expertise in writing investment cases, business cases, or sanction papers within infrastructure, utilities, or energy sectors. Strong financial literacy to present costs, benefits, and investment metrics accurately. Ability to translate complex technical details into clear, structured content. Familiarity with governance processes, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. Exceptional written communication skills with a focus on clarity and structure. Excellent stakeholder management abilities to work collaboratively with diverse teams. Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with document control and collaboration platforms. Desirable: Experience in electricity transmission/distribution projects. Knowledge of regulated funding mechanisms or capital delivery portfolios. Exposure to project controls and risk registers. Familiarity with environmental considerations and planning. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with our client. Join us in shaping the future of energy-your words could power the change! 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.
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. Are you ready to take your planning expertise to the next level? Our client, a leading organization in the utilities sector, is seeking two dynamic Senior Planners to join their team on a temporary basis for 6 months. This is your chance to contribute to a cleaner, greener future while ensuring the secure transport of gas across Great Britain! Role: Senior Planner Duration: 6 Months (extension options) Location: Remote (Must be prepared to travel) Rate: 450 per day (umbrella) About the Role: As a Senior Planner, you will play a critical role in developing, maintaining, and assuring high-quality project schedules for our clients ambitious net zero portfolio. You'll lead a team of Planning Engineers and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of Planning Engineers, ensuring robust and consistent planning across projects. Develop and maintain an integrated program that covers all projects within the net zero initiative. Utilize planning software (e.g., Primavera P6) to create detailed, logically linked project schedules. Conduct critical path analysis, baseline, float analysis, and progress tracking to maintain schedule integrity. Manage project control processes, including risk management, earned value, and change control. Prepare insightful dashboards and reporting packs for internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure contractor compliance with NEC and works information during project delivery. Conduct impact assessments for early warnings or change events from the supply chain or Project Managers . Essential Qualifications: Qualified in engineering, project controls, construction management, or a related discipline, or possess relevant experience. Significant experience in project planning within infrastructure, utilities, or capital-intensive environments. Advanced proficiency in project planning software, particularly Primavera P6. Strong understanding of integrated project controls, including earned value management and risk management. Proven experience in conducting schedule risk analysis and change impact assessments. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Hold a current full UK driving licence. Membership in a professional organization (e.g., APM, IET) is desirable. What We Offer: An exciting opportunity to work on transformative projects aimed at decarbonising the energy system. A supportive team environment where your expertise will be valued and nurtured. The chance to make a real impact on the future of energy in the UK. Driving Requirement: A valid UK driving licence is essential as you will be required to travel to various project sites. Join us in securing Britain's energy and driving forward our commitment to a sustainable future! If you are passionate about project planning and ready to lead in an innovative sector, we want to hear from you. Apply Now! Embrace the challenge and be a part of our journey towards a cleaner, greener future. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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. 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.
08/01/2026
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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. Are you ready to take your planning expertise to the next level? Our client, a leading organization in the utilities sector, is seeking two dynamic Senior Planners to join their team on a temporary basis for 6 months. This is your chance to contribute to a cleaner, greener future while ensuring the secure transport of gas across Great Britain! Role: Senior Planner Duration: 6 Months (extension options) Location: Remote (Must be prepared to travel) Rate: 450 per day (umbrella) About the Role: As a Senior Planner, you will play a critical role in developing, maintaining, and assuring high-quality project schedules for our clients ambitious net zero portfolio. You'll lead a team of Planning Engineers and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of Planning Engineers, ensuring robust and consistent planning across projects. Develop and maintain an integrated program that covers all projects within the net zero initiative. Utilize planning software (e.g., Primavera P6) to create detailed, logically linked project schedules. Conduct critical path analysis, baseline, float analysis, and progress tracking to maintain schedule integrity. Manage project control processes, including risk management, earned value, and change control. Prepare insightful dashboards and reporting packs for internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure contractor compliance with NEC and works information during project delivery. Conduct impact assessments for early warnings or change events from the supply chain or Project Managers . Essential Qualifications: Qualified in engineering, project controls, construction management, or a related discipline, or possess relevant experience. Significant experience in project planning within infrastructure, utilities, or capital-intensive environments. Advanced proficiency in project planning software, particularly Primavera P6. Strong understanding of integrated project controls, including earned value management and risk management. Proven experience in conducting schedule risk analysis and change impact assessments. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Hold a current full UK driving licence. Membership in a professional organization (e.g., APM, IET) is desirable. What We Offer: An exciting opportunity to work on transformative projects aimed at decarbonising the energy system. A supportive team environment where your expertise will be valued and nurtured. The chance to make a real impact on the future of energy in the UK. Driving Requirement: A valid UK driving licence is essential as you will be required to travel to various project sites. Join us in securing Britain's energy and driving forward our commitment to a sustainable future! If you are passionate about project planning and ready to lead in an innovative sector, we want to hear from you. Apply Now! Embrace the challenge and be a part of our journey towards a cleaner, greener future. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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. 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.
Infrastructure Architect Contract: 6 months Location: Edinburgh, 1-2 days per week on-site Overview We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect with a strong background in security engineering to support the design, build, and deployment of secure cloud platforms within a highly regulated financial and data-sensitive enterprise environment. This role will play a key part in delivering modern, secure infrastructure capabilities, including green-field projects in AWS and Azure environments, across critical customer-facing and transactional systems. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy cloud-based security tooling within a highly regulated, customer-focused financial and data services environment. Lead and contribute to green-field infrastructure and security deployments across AWS and Azure environments. Implement and maintain secure-by-design cloud infrastructure aligned to organisational and regulatory standards. Deploy, configure, and secure AWS services; Azure/security knowledge desirable but not essential. Collaborate closely with architecture, engineering, and delivery teams to embed security across platforms. Support integration works and ensure integration patterns are correctly implemented. Document environments clearly and maintain accurate architectural and operational documentation. Build and architect CI/CD pipelines and support route-to-live processes, ensuring smooth deployment and operational readiness. Required Experience and Skills Significant hands-on experience in security engineering. Proven experience building and deploying cloud security tools in regulated environments. Strong experience delivering green-field deployments in AWS and Azure, with multicloud exposure essential. Experience in integration works and applying integration patterns. Ability to document environments effectively for operational and audit purposes. Experience in building and architecting CI/CD pipelines and supporting route-to-live processes. Strong understanding of cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks. Azure/security knowledge desirable but not essential. Why Work with us Work on large-scale, business-critical platforms supporting regulated customer and financial services at enterprise scale. Exposure to complex, regulated technology environments. Opportunity to influence modern cloud, security, and integration strategies within a leading enterprise. If you meet the criteria above, we will welcome your application. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
08/01/2026
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Infrastructure Architect Contract: 6 months Location: Edinburgh, 1-2 days per week on-site Overview We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect with a strong background in security engineering to support the design, build, and deployment of secure cloud platforms within a highly regulated financial and data-sensitive enterprise environment. This role will play a key part in delivering modern, secure infrastructure capabilities, including green-field projects in AWS and Azure environments, across critical customer-facing and transactional systems. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy cloud-based security tooling within a highly regulated, customer-focused financial and data services environment. Lead and contribute to green-field infrastructure and security deployments across AWS and Azure environments. Implement and maintain secure-by-design cloud infrastructure aligned to organisational and regulatory standards. Deploy, configure, and secure AWS services; Azure/security knowledge desirable but not essential. Collaborate closely with architecture, engineering, and delivery teams to embed security across platforms. Support integration works and ensure integration patterns are correctly implemented. Document environments clearly and maintain accurate architectural and operational documentation. Build and architect CI/CD pipelines and support route-to-live processes, ensuring smooth deployment and operational readiness. Required Experience and Skills Significant hands-on experience in security engineering. Proven experience building and deploying cloud security tools in regulated environments. Strong experience delivering green-field deployments in AWS and Azure, with multicloud exposure essential. Experience in integration works and applying integration patterns. Ability to document environments effectively for operational and audit purposes. Experience in building and architecting CI/CD pipelines and supporting route-to-live processes. Strong understanding of cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks. Azure/security knowledge desirable but not essential. Why Work with us Work on large-scale, business-critical platforms supporting regulated customer and financial services at enterprise scale. Exposure to complex, regulated technology environments. Opportunity to influence modern cloud, security, and integration strategies within a leading enterprise. If you meet the criteria above, we will welcome your application. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion 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 all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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 and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
Position: Customer Journey Manager (BA) Location: London / Hybrid (2 days per week on-site) Duration: Initial 6 month contract Pay Rate: Negotiable - Day Rate (via Umbrella) and PAYE methods available. About: We are supporting a leading financial services organisation undergoing a major Markets platform transformation ! They are seeking experienced Customer Journey Managers to support a large-scale migration programme within their Markets Risk & Finance technology estate. This role plays a critical part in accelerating a complex front-to-back migration programme, ensuring robust data quality, strong governance, and accurate P&L and Risk outcomes as trading products are migrated onto a strategic platform. Key Responsibilities: Orchestrate front-to-back journeys across Markets products during platform migration Own and document data flows from source systems through analytics into Risk and Finance outputs Validate P&L and Risk results post-migration and support formal business sign-off Lead triage of migration defects and data quality issues, driving resolution to closure Translate requirements into delivered outcomes with full traceability through testing and UAT Facilitate workshops, align stakeholders and influence priorities to remove delivery blockers Experience Required: Proven delivery of large-scale change programmes within a bank's Markets function Strong understanding of the Markets trade lifecycle , front-to-back controls, P&L and Risk Hands-on experience with platform migrations , integrations and trade migration Strong delivery discipline, documentation and communication skills Experience with Murex and related Markets platforms (e.g. Summit, collateral systems) Strong Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and JIRA skills; SQL exposure beneficial This is a high-impact contract role within one of the UK's most significant Markets transformation programmes, offering exposure to complex, front-to-back change at enterprise scale! Is this of interest? If so, apply now with an up-to-date CV for consideration! Note - if you do not hear back within 48 hours of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we will have your CV and contact details on files should something more suitable arise. 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. Adecco/ 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.
06/01/2026
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Position: Customer Journey Manager (BA) Location: London / Hybrid (2 days per week on-site) Duration: Initial 6 month contract Pay Rate: Negotiable - Day Rate (via Umbrella) and PAYE methods available. About: We are supporting a leading financial services organisation undergoing a major Markets platform transformation ! They are seeking experienced Customer Journey Managers to support a large-scale migration programme within their Markets Risk & Finance technology estate. This role plays a critical part in accelerating a complex front-to-back migration programme, ensuring robust data quality, strong governance, and accurate P&L and Risk outcomes as trading products are migrated onto a strategic platform. Key Responsibilities: Orchestrate front-to-back journeys across Markets products during platform migration Own and document data flows from source systems through analytics into Risk and Finance outputs Validate P&L and Risk results post-migration and support formal business sign-off Lead triage of migration defects and data quality issues, driving resolution to closure Translate requirements into delivered outcomes with full traceability through testing and UAT Facilitate workshops, align stakeholders and influence priorities to remove delivery blockers Experience Required: Proven delivery of large-scale change programmes within a bank's Markets function Strong understanding of the Markets trade lifecycle , front-to-back controls, P&L and Risk Hands-on experience with platform migrations , integrations and trade migration Strong delivery discipline, documentation and communication skills Experience with Murex and related Markets platforms (e.g. Summit, collateral systems) Strong Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and JIRA skills; SQL exposure beneficial This is a high-impact contract role within one of the UK's most significant Markets transformation programmes, offering exposure to complex, front-to-back change at enterprise scale! Is this of interest? If so, apply now with an up-to-date CV for consideration! Note - if you do not hear back within 48 hours of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we will have your CV and contact details on files should something more suitable arise. 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. Adecco/ 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.
Regulatory Reporting Analyst Chester/Hybrid 6 months contract Day rate 400 via Umbrella Company 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 identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client is on the world's leading financial institutions united in their purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. They are dedicated to helping teammates be their best at work and at home. It starts with having a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their individual strengths and perspectives. They firmly believe all employees should be treated with respect, live free of discrimination and be able to bring their whole selves to work. This is core to who they are as a company and how they drive responsible growth. They are seeking a Regulatory Reporting Analyst in Chester on an initial 6 month contract. This role is hybrid working being office based 3 days a week, 2 days working from home, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, flexibility around working hours and days in the office is required due to the nature of the position. Role and Responsibilities You will support the Traded Products Liquidity Management team covering Derivatives, responsible for: Perform reporting, monitoring, and analytics in relation to liquidity submissions Understand liquidity reporting rules and data requirements Enhance processes to streamline reporting and build out additional analytical capabilities Perform system testing and understand impacts to end to end liquidity process Ensure documentation and reporting controls are up to date, managing operational risk in the process Work on ad-hoc projects for senior management or regulators Skills and Experience: Ability to analyse and manipulate large quantities of data with great attention to detail as well as understand the flow of data within database applications Excellent time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities without sacrificing quality or timelines Strong analytical and presentation skills Self-motivated, self-directed Proficient with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Experience of financial and/or data analytics experience with a financial institution Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field - or related work experience Desired Skills and Experience: Regulatory Reporting, Liquidity Management, Accounting, Data Management or similar background/experience SQL, Database knowledge & ability to analyse data and related flows Experience working with quantitative models Knowledge of Banking and Capital market products Experience with Microsoft Suite - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Workiva, Atlas/LIBRA, Blueprint, Diamond, Tableau Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above 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. 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.
06/01/2026
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Regulatory Reporting Analyst Chester/Hybrid 6 months contract Day rate 400 via Umbrella Company 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 identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client is on the world's leading financial institutions united in their purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. They are dedicated to helping teammates be their best at work and at home. It starts with having a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their individual strengths and perspectives. They firmly believe all employees should be treated with respect, live free of discrimination and be able to bring their whole selves to work. This is core to who they are as a company and how they drive responsible growth. They are seeking a Regulatory Reporting Analyst in Chester on an initial 6 month contract. This role is hybrid working being office based 3 days a week, 2 days working from home, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, flexibility around working hours and days in the office is required due to the nature of the position. Role and Responsibilities You will support the Traded Products Liquidity Management team covering Derivatives, responsible for: Perform reporting, monitoring, and analytics in relation to liquidity submissions Understand liquidity reporting rules and data requirements Enhance processes to streamline reporting and build out additional analytical capabilities Perform system testing and understand impacts to end to end liquidity process Ensure documentation and reporting controls are up to date, managing operational risk in the process Work on ad-hoc projects for senior management or regulators Skills and Experience: Ability to analyse and manipulate large quantities of data with great attention to detail as well as understand the flow of data within database applications Excellent time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities without sacrificing quality or timelines Strong analytical and presentation skills Self-motivated, self-directed Proficient with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Experience of financial and/or data analytics experience with a financial institution Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field - or related work experience Desired Skills and Experience: Regulatory Reporting, Liquidity Management, Accounting, Data Management or similar background/experience SQL, Database knowledge & ability to analyse data and related flows Experience working with quantitative models Knowledge of Banking and Capital market products Experience with Microsoft Suite - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Workiva, Atlas/LIBRA, Blueprint, Diamond, Tableau Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above 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. 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.
