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Drupal Architect Outside IR35 £525.00 Until end of July initially Website Transformation Higher Education Organisation Drupal Architect to support the discovery phase of a large-scale public website transformation within a higher education organisation. The programme is moving multiple public-facing websites from a Legacy CMS to Drupal and requires senior architectural input to gather, rationalise and harmonise requirements across distinct product groups. This role works under the Head of Web and alongside an existing Solutions Architect and internal Business Analyst. The focus is squarely on requirements, solution design and reuse strategy , not build or delivery. Programme Context The organisation currently operates multiple Legacy CMS sites serving different audiences and product areas, including international and UK-focused content and assessment-related material. These will be migrated to separate Drupal instances per product group , aligned through a shared design and reuse approach. Most capability is expected to be common across sites, with some product-specific bespoke requirements . The immediate aim is to step away from Legacy platforms and establish a clear, reusable Drupal blueprint that can be taken to market through a formal RFP for delivery partners. The Assignment The initial discovery phase is already underway. This contract strengthens the architecture and design capability by adding a business-facing Drupal technical architect who can: Work with stakeholders to understand what they need Assess how Drupal can fulfil those needs Harmonise overlapping requirements across product groups Shape high-level designs that balance reuse with necessary variation The outputs from this engagement will form the baseline set of requirements and designs used across all product groups ahead of vendor procurement. Key Responsibilities Lead and support requirements discovery workshops with business and product stakeholders Consolidate, de-duplicate and harmonise requirements across multiple product groups Work alongside the Drupal Solutions Architect to define high-level solution options Translate agreed approaches into High-Level Technical Designs (HLDs) , covering: Content models Component and pattern choices Reuse versus bespoke decisions Integration considerations where relevant Assess requirements against reusable Drupal assets and patterns, identifying where common solutions apply Maintain clear traceability between business goals, requirements and architectural outcomes Write user stories and acceptance criteria to support backlog refinement Contribute to knowledge transfer across the programme during discovery In Scope/Out of Scope In scope Requirements elicitation, consolidation and harmonisation High-level solution outlining High-Level Technical Design (HLD) creation Reuse and consistency assessment Discovery-phase knowledge transfer Out of scope Detailed or low-level technical architecture Platform governance Build or implementation delivery BAU support or infrastructure operations Vendor selection or supplier management Skills & Experience Required Essential Extensive experience (circa 10+ years) in hybrid Business Analysis/Solution Design roles Strong, hands-on Drupal expertise , including: Content modelling Site building Clear understanding of what Drupal can and cannot deliver without custom development Demonstrable experience producing High-Level Technical Designs Familiarity with modern Drupal concepts such as Recipes, Install Profiles, Distributions, SDC and Storybook Confident facilitating workshops and challenging stakeholders to align on shared solutions Comfortable operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Desirable Drupal certification (Acquia or equivalent) or community contributions Previous experience supporting a Solutions Architect within a platform or multi-site model Familiarity with Figma, design tokens or design-system processes Working knowledge of WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards Experience with Jira, Confluence or requirements traceability tooling

Senior Data Architect - Hybrid (UK, Various) - £57 - 72k (London £81k) Harvey Nash are working with a growing digital consultancy looking to appoint an experienced Senior Data Architect to lead the design of modern, secure and scalable data solutions for complex client environments. What we're looking for: Proven experience defining enterprise-level data architectures for multiple stakeholders Strong knowledge of data lakes and data warehousing (eg Snowflake, Databricks) Experience with Azure, AWS or GCP and cloud data migrations Excellent data modelling skills (ER models, datamarts, data dictionaries, ELT/ETL) Strong understanding of data governance, security and role-based access control Confident, client-facing communicator with a pragmatic delivery mindset What you'll be doing: Designing data architectures aligned to enterprise data and technical strategies Creating and maintaining core architecture artefacts and data standards Owning architectural decisions and rationale with senior stakeholders Analysing data sources, APIs and Legacy systems (including reverse-engineering models) Supporting Agile delivery, engineering teams, integrations and testing What's in it for you: Collaborative, people-first culture within a growing Digital & Data Consultancy Clear progression pathways and strong investment in learning & development Hybrid Working - 2 days p/w onsite at your local office or client site. Current locations: Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol or London. 25 Days Holiday + UK Public Holidays.o 6% Pension with employee contributions of 2%. Season ticket loans. Additional flexible benefits package tailored to suit your needs.

Harvey Nash has an urgent requirement for Java Developer for a public sector client in Edinburgh. 10 week contract Inside of IR35 £425 - £450 a day Two days a week onsite in Edinburgh Candidates must have a valid Disclosure Scotland check As a Java Developer, you'll be a key part of our clients development team, working on innovative projects that make a real impact. You'll design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications, ensuring they are robust, secure, and user-friendly. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Java Developer (2+ years preferred) Strong understanding of object-oriented programming Experience with frameworks such as Spring/Spring Boot or React Familiarity with RESTful APIs, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and version control (Git) Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication and teamwork abilities Please submit your CV for consideration.

Business Change Manager FTC - Manchester - 2/3 days a Week on Site Location : Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working Available) Contract Type: 6 Month FTC We're seeking a highly motivated Business Change Manager to lead the successful planning, delivery, and adoption of strategic change initiatives across a large public sector organisation. About the Role As Business Change Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering transformational programmes that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure change initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and with lasting impact. You'll be a key advocate for change, building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and shaping communications to engage diverse audiences. Your leadership will help embed new ways of working, support organisational readiness, and ensure a smooth transition to business-as-usual. Key Responsibilities * Lead stakeholder engagement and promote a culture of collaboration. * Develop and execute change action plans aligned with strategic objectives. * Create compelling narratives to support adoption and benefit realisation. * Deliver tailored communications and readiness assessments. * Support implementation and continuous improvement through feedback and insights. * Champion organisational learning and build change capability across teams. About You * A graduate qualification and a recognised change management certification or equivalent experience. * Proven experience delivering change in large, customer-facing environments. * Strong knowledge of change management frameworks, benefits realisation, and organisational design. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire. * A proactive, resilient approach to driving change and embedding new practices. What We Offer * A collaborative and inclusive working culture. * Opportunities for professional development and career progression. * Flexible working arrangements. * A chance to make a real impact in a forward-thinking organisation. The closing date for applicants for this role is: 15th September 2025

Full Stack Developer (Vue.js/Node.js) - Remote This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable and secure healthcare business with the energy and agility of a start-up. With a live product, a growing tech stack, and a team focused on innovation, we're looking for a Full Stack Developer to help evolve a platform and build new features that make a real difference. You'll work across a JavaScript-based stack primarily Vue.js on the Front End and Node.js on the Back End contributing to new features, refreshing Legacy components, and helping evolve our core platform. There's plenty of scope to explore both front and Back End development, with opportunities to influence architecture and tech choices. What You'll Bring: Strong Vue.js and Node.js experience Solid understanding of AWS MongoDB skills (a big plus!) A proactive, problem-solving mindset Why Join? Fully remote and flexible working Work across a modern stack with real autonomy Help stabilise and evolve a live healthcare product Unbeatable benefits Ready to help shape the future of healthcare technology? Please get in touch today.