With some exciting growth in the Network team, we are looking for a new Network Engineer to join our team in either Northampton or East Ridings of Yorkshire. As an experienced Network Engineer you will be delivering and optimising network infrastructure across Howdens' depots across Europe, and logistics facilities. The role requires active participation in large-scale, multi-site projects to develop robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. This is a full-time permanent opportunity working onsite at least 2 days per week. Based in Northampton or Yorkshire with occasional travel to France. What you will be doing Delivering and optimising network infrastructure across multiple UK and European sites Supporting and improving network performance, capacity, and security across a complex enterprise environment Providing 2nd/3rd line support across a wide range of network technologies Contributing to large-scale, multi-site projects from design through to implementation and handover into BAU Monitoring network health and proactively troubleshooting to maximise uptime and SLA performance Supporting development of network automation and scripting solutions to improve efficiency Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient network solutions What we need from you Strong experience in enterprise networking, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and WiFi Demonstrable hands-on experience with CheckPoint Firewalls Certified Cisco LAN/WAN Demonstrable experience of DNA and / or ACI is essential Extensive knowledge of network automation, with proficiency in scripting to optimize network operations. Strong background in data/voice networking, and internet networking for enterprise environments. Hands-on experience with Cisco and Wireless technologies. Strong, methodical approach to fault-finding and solution design for complex network environments. Experience working on multi-site infrastructure projects Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly A proactive, collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement What we can offer you Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
30/05/2026
Full time
With some exciting growth in the Network team, we are looking for a new Network Engineer to join our team in either Northampton or East Ridings of Yorkshire. As an experienced Network Engineer you will be delivering and optimising network infrastructure across Howdens' depots across Europe, and logistics facilities. The role requires active participation in large-scale, multi-site projects to develop robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. This is a full-time permanent opportunity working onsite at least 2 days per week. Based in Northampton or Yorkshire with occasional travel to France. What you will be doing Delivering and optimising network infrastructure across multiple UK and European sites Supporting and improving network performance, capacity, and security across a complex enterprise environment Providing 2nd/3rd line support across a wide range of network technologies Contributing to large-scale, multi-site projects from design through to implementation and handover into BAU Monitoring network health and proactively troubleshooting to maximise uptime and SLA performance Supporting development of network automation and scripting solutions to improve efficiency Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient network solutions What we need from you Strong experience in enterprise networking, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and WiFi Demonstrable hands-on experience with CheckPoint Firewalls Certified Cisco LAN/WAN Demonstrable experience of DNA and / or ACI is essential Extensive knowledge of network automation, with proficiency in scripting to optimize network operations. Strong background in data/voice networking, and internet networking for enterprise environments. Hands-on experience with Cisco and Wireless technologies. Strong, methodical approach to fault-finding and solution design for complex network environments. Experience working on multi-site infrastructure projects Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly A proactive, collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement What we can offer you Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
Ready to kickstart your career in Tech and Business? At Howdens, our Product Owner is critical in supporting key digital technology projects, ensuring that stakeholder requirements are clearly understood and accurately captured. This role provides the opportunity to be part of a key function within our wider Digital and Business Systems team. It will enable the post holder to improve and apply business skills in a fast paced IT systems environment. What you'll be doing Supporting the development of product roadmaps and backlogs Translating requirements into clear, actionable user stories Collaborating with teams across the business and tech Taking part in Agile ceremonies (stand ups, sprint planning, reviews) Supporting requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops Monitoring performance and simple KPIs (e.g. traffic, conversion) Supporting testing and go live activities Keeping an eye on competitors and market trends Am I eligible for this Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity? Hold a Degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in technology, systems, and digital transformation Interest in data and analytics (comfortable reading dashboards) Strong analytical, problem solving skills and a genuine interest in how systems support operational/trading processes. Clear communication skills and confidence working with both technical colleagues and non technical users. Organised, curious and detail focused, with a willingness to learn in a fast paced live trading environment. Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our Raunds office in Northamptonshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us and some travel will be expected therefore a driving license is required. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
26/05/2026
Full time
Ready to kickstart your career in Tech and Business? At Howdens, our Product Owner is critical in supporting key digital technology projects, ensuring that stakeholder requirements are clearly understood and accurately captured. This role provides the opportunity to be part of a key function within our wider Digital and Business Systems team. It will enable the post holder to improve and apply business skills in a fast paced IT systems environment. What you'll be doing Supporting the development of product roadmaps and backlogs Translating requirements into clear, actionable user stories Collaborating with teams across the business and tech Taking part in Agile ceremonies (stand ups, sprint planning, reviews) Supporting requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops Monitoring performance and simple KPIs (e.g. traffic, conversion) Supporting testing and go live activities Keeping an eye on competitors and market trends Am I eligible for this Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity? Hold a Degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in technology, systems, and digital transformation Interest in data and analytics (comfortable reading dashboards) Strong analytical, problem solving skills and a genuine interest in how systems support operational/trading processes. Clear communication skills and confidence working with both technical colleagues and non technical users. Organised, curious and detail focused, with a willingness to learn in a fast paced live trading environment. Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our Raunds office in Northamptonshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us and some travel will be expected therefore a driving license is required. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
Ready to kickstart your career in Tech and Business? At Howdens, our Product Owner is critical in supporting key digital technology projects, ensuring that stakeholder requirements are clearly understood and accurately captured. This role provides the opportunity to be part of a key function within our wider Digital and Business Systems team. It will enable the post holder to improve and apply business skills in a fast paced IT systems environment. What you'll be doing Supporting the development of product roadmaps and backlogs Translating requirements into clear, actionable user stories Collaborating with teams across the business and tech Taking part in Agile ceremonies (stand ups, sprint planning, reviews) Supporting requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops Monitoring performance and simple KPIs (e.g. traffic, conversion) Supporting testing and go live activities Keeping an eye on competitors and market trends Am I eligible for this Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity? Hold a Degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in technology, systems, and digital transformation Interest in data and analytics (comfortable reading dashboards) Strong analytical, problem solving skills and a genuine interest in how systems support operational/trading processes. Clear communication skills and confidence working with both technical colleagues and non technical users. Organised, curious and detail focused, with a willingness to learn in a fast paced live trading environment. Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our Raunds office in Northamptonshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us and some travel will be expected therefore a driving license is required. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
26/05/2026
Full time
Ready to kickstart your career in Tech and Business? At Howdens, our Product Owner is critical in supporting key digital technology projects, ensuring that stakeholder requirements are clearly understood and accurately captured. This role provides the opportunity to be part of a key function within our wider Digital and Business Systems team. It will enable the post holder to improve and apply business skills in a fast paced IT systems environment. What you'll be doing Supporting the development of product roadmaps and backlogs Translating requirements into clear, actionable user stories Collaborating with teams across the business and tech Taking part in Agile ceremonies (stand ups, sprint planning, reviews) Supporting requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops Monitoring performance and simple KPIs (e.g. traffic, conversion) Supporting testing and go live activities Keeping an eye on competitors and market trends Am I eligible for this Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity? Hold a Degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in technology, systems, and digital transformation Interest in data and analytics (comfortable reading dashboards) Strong analytical, problem solving skills and a genuine interest in how systems support operational/trading processes. Clear communication skills and confidence working with both technical colleagues and non technical users. Organised, curious and detail focused, with a willingness to learn in a fast paced live trading environment. Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our Raunds office in Northamptonshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us and some travel will be expected therefore a driving license is required. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
Howdens in the UK is seeking a Graduate Tester to support testing enterprise and digital business platforms. This entry-level role is perfect for recent graduates and emphasizes core testing skills, including functional, automation, and performance testing. The successful candidate will receive structured training, gain hands-on experience in various testing methods, and collaborate with other IT teams. Join Howdens to help maintain quality and stability in software releases.
22/05/2026
Full time
Howdens in the UK is seeking a Graduate Tester to support testing enterprise and digital business platforms. This entry-level role is perfect for recent graduates and emphasizes core testing skills, including functional, automation, and performance testing. The successful candidate will receive structured training, gain hands-on experience in various testing methods, and collaborate with other IT teams. Join Howdens to help maintain quality and stability in software releases.
Howdens has an exciting new opportunity for a Graduate Tester to join us. This role is an entry level position designed for recent graduates from Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related disciplines, who are interested in building a career in testing enterprise and digital business platforms. The primary purpose of the role is to support the development of core testing skills across enterprise and digital business systems, as well as the wider ecosystem of integrated systems. This includes building capability in functional, automation, and performance testing. Through structured training, mentoring, and real-world exposure, the successful candidate will develop skills in functional, automation, and performance testing. They will build confidence working with other test team members and wider IS teams. The role plays an important part in helping to ensure that developments released into Production are stable, aligned to business and trading requirements, and free from defects. What you'll be doing Supporting the testing of business systems and digital platforms Creating and executing test scenarios to validate new functionality Running regression tests to ensure changes don't impact existing systems Logging and tracking defects, and re-testing fixes Helping to maintain test scripts, tools, and documentation Working closely with developers, testers, and wider IT teams Gaining exposure to functional, automation, and performance testing Am I eligible for this Graduate Tester Hold a degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in how systems support business operations Strong analytical and problem solving skills Excellent attention to detail Clear communication and teamwork skills Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast paced environment Ideally some exposure to testing through university, placements, or projects - this is not essential Basic understanding of software testing or data systems - this is not essential Preferably exposure to using Excel or analytical tools You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our office in Raunds, Northamptonshire or our site in Howden, East ridings of Yorkshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For. How to apply We're building a future where world class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we're keen to hear from you. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
22/05/2026
Full time
Howdens has an exciting new opportunity for a Graduate Tester to join us. This role is an entry level position designed for recent graduates from Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related disciplines, who are interested in building a career in testing enterprise and digital business platforms. The primary purpose of the role is to support the development of core testing skills across enterprise and digital business systems, as well as the wider ecosystem of integrated systems. This includes building capability in functional, automation, and performance testing. Through structured training, mentoring, and real-world exposure, the successful candidate will develop skills in functional, automation, and performance testing. They will build confidence working with other test team members and wider IS teams. The role plays an important part in helping to ensure that developments released into Production are stable, aligned to business and trading requirements, and free from defects. What you'll be doing Supporting the testing of business systems and digital platforms Creating and executing test scenarios to validate new functionality Running regression tests to ensure changes don't impact existing systems Logging and tracking defects, and re-testing fixes Helping to maintain test scripts, tools, and documentation Working closely with developers, testers, and wider IT teams Gaining exposure to functional, automation, and performance testing Am I eligible for this Graduate Tester Hold a degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A genuine interest in how systems support business operations Strong analytical and problem solving skills Excellent attention to detail Clear communication and teamwork skills Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast paced environment Ideally some exposure to testing through university, placements, or projects - this is not essential Basic understanding of software testing or data systems - this is not essential Preferably exposure to using Excel or analytical tools You must have the right to work in the UK. The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home. Based from our office in Raunds, Northamptonshire or our site in Howden, East ridings of Yorkshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For. How to apply We're building a future where world class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we're keen to hear from you. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.