WA Consultants

Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Manager Remote (UK) | Access to East Midlands Site Required Flexible Working | European Travel (2-3 trips per month) We're working with a technology-led engineering business operating at the heart of the professional devices, accessories, and broadband PTT ecosystem. As the business continues to grow its presence and influence across Europe, they are looking to appoint a Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Manager to further develop long-term OEM and platform relationships. This is a fully remote role, with flexibility around working hours. Occasional access to the East Midlands site will be required, along with regular European travel to engage directly with partners. The Opportunity This is not a traditional sales or revenue-carrying role. Instead, you'll play a critical part in building credibility, trust, and influence across a complex ecosystem that shapes how professional devices and solutions that are designed, specified, tested, and deployed. You'll sit at the intersection of technology, partnerships, and strategy, working closely with OEMs, platform providers, integrators, and internal engineering teams to position the business as a trusted, technically credible accessory partner. Who This Role Is For This role would be a strong match if you've previously worked as a: OEM Partner Manager Solutions Architect or Pre-Sales Engineer who moved into partnerships Ecosystem/Alliances Manager at a platform or technology company Product Manager within rugged devices or enterprise mobility Someone from MCX/PTT platform vendors with strong ecosystem knowledge You don't need to be an engineer, but you must be comfortable engaging with engineers and product managers, understanding technical products, and holding credible technical conversations. What You'll Be Doing Building Relationships Across the Ecosystem Develop and deepen relationships with device manufacturers (OEMs) Engage with product managers, engineers, ecosystem managers, and technical alliance teams Identify opportunities for the business to be referenced in compatibility guidance, documentation, and partner conversations Work collaboratively on compatibility, testing, and technical positioning Identify opportunities for joint validation, technical collaboration, and co-marketing Build long-term, trust-based relationships rather than transactional engagements Technical & Internal Collaboration Work closely with in-house engineering and product teams Translate complex technical detail into clear, credible external conversations Feed insights back into the business on market trends, technical changes, and ecosystem risks Strategic Contribution Think strategically, not transactionally, when developing partnerships Influence outcomes across complex organisations without formal authority Help shape how the company is perceived and positioned within the wider ecosystem Contribute to long-term partnership strategy and ecosystem direction What's On Offer Fully remote working (UK-based) Flexible working hours European travel 2-3 times per month (expenses paid) High-impact, externally facing role Opportunity to influence ecosystem direction and technical partnerships If you enjoy operating where technology meets partnerships, and you're motivated by influence, credibility, and long-term impact rather than short-term sales targets, this is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely strategic role. WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

WA Consultants is currently recruiting for an experienced consultant to provide enterprise IT Asset Management (ITAM) services integrated with DevOps tooling administration and CI/CD platform management. The successful candidate will deliver integrated management of enterprise DevOps platforms and IT asset governance processes to ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and life cycle visibility. IT Asset Management (ITAM) Manage the complete life cycle of IT assets (hardware and software) from acquisition through disposal Maintain accurate and auditable asset inventories within approved ITAM/ITSM platforms Track asset allocation, movement, utilization, and retirement Conduct periodic asset audits and reconciliations Ensure software license compliance and support vendor audit activities DevOps Tooling Administration The successful candidate will be responsible for administering, maintaining, upgrading, and enhancing the Organization's integrated DevOps and software development tool suite, including but not limited to: GitHub Jira Confluence Please note, this role has been deemed by the client to fall inside of IR35. This will be a hybrid working position with the expectation of 1-2 days per week in the Taunton office. Please advise on availability on application. For further information, please contact Alexander Wilson. WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

WA Consultants is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join our client on an initial 6-month contract. This hybrid role requires attendance in Taunton 1-2 days per week. Role Overview You will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and ongoing support of SaaS-based collaboration and development tools. The role combines technical expertise with service management best practice, ensuring reliable and efficient application performance across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Administer and configure SaaS platforms such as GitHub, Atlassian (Jira, Confluence), Lucid, and Mural Provide application support, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident resolution Manage incidents and service requests in alignment with ITIL principles and established service management processes Act as a technical escalation point for complex queries and issues Support and mentor junior team members, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous development Contribute to service improvement initiatives and operational best practices Key Skills & Experience Hands-on experience administering and configuring SaaS-based DevOps tooling (eg, GitHub, Jira, Confluence, Lucid, Mural) Strong background in application support within a structured IT service environment Solid understanding of ITIL principles and service management best practices Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members For further information, please contact Alexander Wilson. WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

WA Consultants is currently recruiting for a Data Integration Developer to work with a long, established client near Exeter. The successful candidate will be required to build and maintain efficient systems integration's. This role will suit someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working and delivering reliable, scalable solutions. Key responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain robust middle ware data integration's between internal systems and external partners, leveraging a range of technologies, protocols, and data formats to ensure seamless interoperability and data flow. Extract and ingest data using multiple methods, including structured database queries, API Calls, and the processing of flat files across various formats, ensuring data integrity and consistency. Apply complex business logic to map, enrich, and transform data sets, preparing them for accurate and efficient consumption by downstream applications and services. Implement secure and reliable mechanisms for transmitting processed data to target systems, utilising appropriate integration patterns and delivery protocols. Develop and maintain standardised, well-documented interfaces for core business systems, ensuring scalability, re usability, and alignment with enterprise architecture principles. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document integration requirements, business processes, and data flows, translating them into effective technical solutions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of middle ware platforms and integration technologies, including testing system updates, supporting infrastructure teams with patching, and ensuring adherence to security and compliance standards. Evaluate and estimate effort for change requests and project deliverables, prioritising tasks effectively in coordination with the wider team to meet deadlines and strategic objectives. Monitor integration services for performance and reliability, proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation and implementing improvements to enhance scalability and efficiency. Provide responsive third-line support for integration services, working closely with the Technology Service Desk and Technology Solutions teams to resolve incidents and maintain service continuity. Required experience: Minimum 2 year's experience of software development, database management or integration development, particularly using C# programming Language. Excellent SQL skills and proficiency in managing data in a multitude of formats - transforming/loading data into databases or processing on to web services or external interfaces. Familiarity with cloud-based data integration and management tools such as Azure Logic Apps, API Management, or similar platforms. Experience of using Microsoft Biztalk Server, Forta GoAnywhere or similar middle ware platforms (Mulesoft, Lobster, Boomi etc ). Excellent customer focus and confidence in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders - including key customers to the group. Please advise on availability and salary expectations on application. For further information, please contact Alexander Wilson. WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.