Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd

Senior IT Engineer - Remote We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated IT professional with MSP experience, supporting and evolving a modern, secure, and EUC environment, acting as the go to person and last stop for all EUC related incidents. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-pressure situations, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and communicates confidently with both clients and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Diagnose, manage, and resolve complex technical issues, including high-priority escalations Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver reliable, secure IT solutions Support, maintain, and improve on-premise, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure environments Automate and optimise systems using scripting and best-practice frameworks Core Skills Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to manage high-pressure escalations Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams Experience working in a structured support environment with familiarity with the ITIL framework Microsoft & Endpoint Technologies Expert knowledge of Windows 10/11 Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, Azure AD Group Policy, Intune Configuration Policies, Microsoft Sentinel Server & Virtualisation Microsoft Windows Server Virtualisation technologies, particularly Proxmox or Microsoft Hyper-V Cloud Technologies Public cloud solutions with hands-on experience in Azure or AWS Solution implementation, migration, and ongoing support Networking & Security LAN / WLAN / WAN technologies Strong understanding of DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and security best practices Firewall exposure including Sophos, Cisco, Fortinet, and PF Sense Automation & Virtualisation Hands-on PowerShell scripting for automation and system management Desktop virtualisation experience (Citrix, VMware Horizon, Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop) Security & Backup Proven experience managing and troubleshooting AV solutions such as Sophos and Microsoft Defender Exposure to backup technologies including Veeam, Carbonite, SaaS Protect, and E-Vault

Infrastructure Cloud Architect (Azure TOGAF Enterprise Architecture) We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with strong enterprise architecture expertise, ideally TOGAF certified and deep hands-on Azure cloud experience. This role will lead the design, governance, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions across infrastructure, applications, security, and DevOps. You will play a key role in shaping cloud strategy, modernising legacy platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and security frameworks. Key Responsibilities Define and govern cloud architecture strategy aligned to TOGAF principles Design and implement Azure-based solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives Architect secure enterprise solutions aligned with ISO27001 and Azure Security Benchmark Provide technical leadership across infrastructure, applications, networking, and DevOps Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform Ensure DevSecOps best practices using Azure DevOps Support hybrid infrastructure (on-prem & cloud integration) Collaborate with security, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient solutions Required Technical Expertise Cloud Platforms Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) Microsoft 365 (M365) Azure DevOps Cloud Security & Governance Applications & Platforms .NET Framework / .NET Core Microsoft Dynamics SQL Server SSRS M365 Apps Exchange SharePoint IIS Apache Security OWASP Firewalls ISO27001 Azure Security Benchmark Microsoft Defender zScaler CASB technologies Networking Enterprise switching & routing MPLS ExpressRoute Azure Front Door Routing protocols Firewalls Infrastructure VMware Windows Server () Linux Server environments Development & Delivery SDLC best practices Azure DevOps Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Senior / Principal Electronics Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent Working pattern: Predominantly on-site (4 days per week), with some flexibility Contact: Emily-Karabelo Powell, Associate Director, Pearson Whiffin Recruitment This role is suited to an experienced electronics hardware engineer who wants to work on technically complex, safety-critical products within a highly experienced engineering team. The focus is firmly on hardware digital and/or analogue electronics rather than software-heavy profiles. You ll play a key role in delivering robust designs, contributing to technical decisions, and supporting the development of less experienced engineers. The level (Senior or Principal) will be aligned to your experience, with scope to shape the role accordingly. What you ll be doing Delivering electronic hardware designs from concept through to delivery Contributing to requirements capture, design, analysis and validation activities Working closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated solutions Applying sound engineering judgement to balance performance, cost and schedule Producing high-quality design documentation in line with industry standards Supporting and mentoring junior engineers within the team What we re looking for Solid experience in digital and/or analogue electronics design Exposure to full product development lifecycles, ideally in regulated or safety-related environments A practical, detail-focused engineering mindset with strong problem-solving skills Confidence working within structured engineering frameworks Degree or equivalent experience in electronics or a closely related discipline Experience with specific tools is useful, but transferable skills from comparable environments are absolutely welcomed. Why apply? Work on technically challenging products where engineering quality genuinely matters Join a highly experienced, collaborative hardware engineering team Clear differentiation between Senior and Principal level, with progression available Excellent benefits package, alongside competitive salary and long-term stability A role that values engineering judgement, not just process Existing security clearance is beneficial, but candidates able to start without it and progress through clearance are encouraged to apply.

Systems Support Engineer We re looking for a System Support Engineer with strong Microsoft skills who wants to transition into a C# Development position. If you re solid with Active Directory, Office 365, and Windows environments and you have either programming, networking, or database experience this is your opportunity to grow into a mixed development and support role with structured training and real project exposure. We need someone who already has: Strong experience with Active Directory (support, troubleshooting) Solid knowledge of Office 365 / Microsoft 365 administration Excellent understanding of Windows Server & Desktop environments Experience in at least one of the following: Programming (C#, ASP WinForms) Networking (TCP/IP, firewalls, routing, VLANs) Database systems (SQL Server or similar) You re analytical, proactive, and enjoy solving technical problems but you're ready for more than day-to-day support. This role starts within systems support while progressively transitioning you into a C#/.NET Development function. You will: Support and enhance internal infrastructure systems Learn and develop in C# and .NET Contribute to internal application development projects Help design tools that improve automation and efficiency Deliver technical training and documentation Participate in structured development mentoring

Senior Business Intelligence Manager We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Business Intelligence Manager to lead our BI function and drive data-led decision making across the organisation. This is a leadership role suited to someone who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to manage and inspire high-performing data teams. You will be responsible for shaping the BI strategy, ensuring high-quality data governance, and delivering actionable insights that support business growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of BI developers and analysts Define and execute the Business Intelligence roadmap and data strategy Design and oversee scalable data models and reporting frameworks Deliver advanced dashboards and reports using Power BI Write and optimise complex SQL queries for analytics and reporting Ensure compliance with GDPR and best-practice data governance standards Oversee and support implementation of MDM (Master Data Management) tools Work closely with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, IT, and Commercial teams Collaborate on data integration initiatives, including exposure to SAP environments Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across systems Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Senior BI / BI Manager / Data Analytics leadership role Strong hands-on expertise in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, performance optimisation) Advanced SQL skills Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical teams Strong understanding of GDPR and data governance frameworks Experience with MDM tools and data management best practices Exposure to SAP data structures and integration Excellent data modelling skills (conceptual, logical, physical modelling) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Data Quality Analyst Full-time, Monday Friday (8:00am 5:00pm or 9:00am 6:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch break) Maidstone, UK (Hybrid working) £26,500 per annum (dependent on experience) My client is looking for a Data Quality Analyst to join their team. In this role, you ll be the go-to person for keeping data accurate, reliable, and compliant across their business systems. Your day-to-day will involve monitoring, validating, and resolving data quality issues, making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes and meets regulatory standards. Duties Include: Review, check, and verify application data in line with defined procedures and protocols Liaise with customers to ensure accurate and complete information is provided Monitor governance reports and data quality checks daily, resolving issues as required Support and respond to incoming data accuracy challenges Liaise with external regulatory bodies to improve data quality and compliance processes Assist with the maintenance and updating of reference data lists in line with regulatory updates Communicate process changes clearly to internal client services teams Identify, report, and track system or platform issues impacting data quality in collaboration with product teams Provide data quality support and guidance to client-facing teams Assist with annual audits, accreditation reviews, and governance activities Support ad-hoc project work as required To be successful you must have/be: Excellent communication skills High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail Strong initiative and problem-solving ability Effective time management skills Previous experience in a data-entry, data quality, or support role (minimum 1 year preferred) Additional languages are advantageous but not essential This role is being handled by Holly Ensoll, Business Support Consultants for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on and By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £50,000 so far .

Client Services Reporting Analyst £28,500 Monday to Friday 9.00 5.30pm Hybrid working available (After training) Mid Kent Looking for a role where you can work flexibly, be part of a lively team, and make a real impact? This could be the one for you! We re on the hunt for 2 Reporting Analysts to join a growing Client Services team in brand-new roles. You ll be at the heart of the action, producing accurate reports, monitoring service performance, and helping the team shine. Excel wizards with a keen eye for detail will fit right in! Duties: Analyse data to identify trends, issues, and insights, providing clear feedback to management and teams. Produce daily reports for internal teams and clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Support the Client Services team and wider business with ad hoc reporting and data analysis. Respond promptly to ad hoc reporting requests as they arise. Ensure all reports and outputs are delivered accurately, on time, and to a high standard. Highlight potential performance or service issues based on reporting and trend analysis. The successful candidate must have/be: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and Outlook. Experienced in working with data, analysing trends, and providing actionable insights. Comfortable using online systems and bespoke software programs. Professional and clear in written and verbal communication. Highly organised and reliable, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively. Friendly, approachable, and able to perform well under pressure. If this sounds of interest to you, please APPLY NOW - this role won't be around for long! This role is being handled by Holly Ensoll, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on and By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £50,000 so far!

Systems Engineer Permanent Sandwich 33 hours per week (Every other Friday off!) £40k - £50k (DOE) Please note, I cannot consider candidates who require sponsorship for this role, so please do not apply if you do not already have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our clients Engineering team. This role involves working across the full product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life collaborating closely with product line, mechanical, and software teams. The role requires providing realistic project estimates, identifying risks, and recommending effective solutions to ensure the successful delivery of both new and existing product lines. Key Responsibilities Analyse, capture, and generate specifications for products and systems. Support sales and business development by answering technical queries and producing proposals, reports, and supporting documentation. Contribute to the new product introduction process by identifying risks and suggesting mitigations. Keep up to date with systems engineering best practices and recommend cost-effective solutions. Undertake customer and supplier visits when required. Qualifications Required: Essential: Degree in systems engineering, physics, or electronics. Desirable: Higher degree or specialist qualification in systems engineering. Experience Proven experience in systems engineering, electro-optics, or electro-mechanics. Familiarity with FMEA analysis. Hands-on electronic design experience is advantageous. Skills & Abilities Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency with analysis tools such as Matlab/Octave, C#, or Python. Strong mathematical capability. Knowledge of embedded C/C++ is an advantage. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge Systems engineering and analysis principles. Awareness of defence-related environmental and EMC Understanding of geographical information systems (GIS) is advantageous. Familiarity with control theory, servo systems, and control loops desirable. Additional Information Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be eligible to obtain/or already have Security Clearance to SC level. Benefits 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off). Competitive salary and profit-sharing scheme. Stakeholder pension and death-in-service cover. Private healthcare with Benenden. Employee recognition and engagement initiatives. This company are offering a competitive salary and genuine career progression, as well as great benefits! If you believe you met the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration! This role is being handled by Sammy Messenger, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on and METPERM

Infrastructure Engineer - Inside IR35 - 6 Months - Remote - NPPV3 We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with strong technical skills across Azure, Windows 11 Deployments as well as standard Windows technologies such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP who is comfortable working both BAU and Project workstreams. There are a few main responsibilities, such as: Manage incident and request fulfilment tickets within SLA's Monitoring key health signs of infrastructure and responding to actual or predicted issues Support projects and new initiatives and participating in investigations & remediation of any vulnerabilities or Security breaches Implementation of infrastructure design and build best practices. There is minimum level of technical expertise required: MUST have NPPV3 Experienced 3rd line Infrastructure Technical Specialist with strong Windows 11 Deployments Dual experience with traditional Infrastructure BAU support in an ITIL environment and with Azure IAAS, PAAS, DevOps and Infrastructure as code Microsoft Windows technologies, Including installation, Active Directory, WDS, DNS, DHCP, DFSR, Group Policy Virtualisation, VMWARE and Vsphere IT and Cyber Security measures (e.g. firewalls, antivirus, security patching, IDP/IDS) SAN Technologies (Storage configuration & provision, Fibre Channel connectivity & zoning

Technical Business Analyst 6 Months Inside IR35 We are looking for a Technical Analyst who can work with the business to gather and communicate technical requirements across the business. You will need to have a solid technical background within the world of analysis, working on a number of high level projects from complete systems upgrades to small level migrations You will need to possess strong SQL, have the ability to query and collate data and break down requirements, all while working with both technical and non-technical teams. Required Skills and Experience: Experience of working with project manager or more senior personnel to report progress and implementation of tasks Experience in the complete project cycle of at least 2 significant projects Functional Requirements Gathering and Documenting Non-Functional Requirements Gathering and Documenting Technical Requirement Gathering and Documenting General Requirement Gathering and Documenting Visual Modelling (UML, BPMN, Flowchart) Logical Data Modelling Domain Modelling SQL Skills

Operations Manager - £80,000 - £90,000 + bonus We are working with a leading organisation who are looking for an Operations Manager, with experience in the financial services sector to take on the leadership of 5 operational areas across the business. These teams manage all customer queries, from technical support through to project delivery. The role will have full responsibility for developing and implementing strategies, as well as being part of the leadership team. Required Skills and Experience: Someone who has experience of full people management from carrying out appraisals to setting objective down to day-to-day management. Strong knowledge of FCA rules and regulations, this is essential. Someone who has experience of designing and implementing strategies, aimed at improving customer satisfaction from implementation of systems through to training. Full responsibility for leading projects through to completion, setting SLA s, ensuring they are met. Full responsibility for managing technology and other 3rd party partners. Have ownership of departmental budgets. Advanced Excel with some knowledge of SQL and PowerBI Solid grasp of technology, someone who can understand systems and identify enhancements.

IT Services Manager - Kent - £50,000 - 55,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen with a Kent business for an Infrastructure Lead with a strong hands-on approach to oversee the infrastructure of technical operations, managing a team of IT professionals, and developing strategic solutions to meet the technology needs. Role & Responsibilities Provide IT leadership and vision. Service Management: Ensure the streamlined IT operation of the IT technical department in alignment with the business objectives of the organisation. Manage and deliver IT services to meet the needs of the company, including service management, planning, and support processes. Provide technical knowledge to support, maintain and deliver on all IT projects and objectives. Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific short-term and long-term projects. Manage and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals. Foster a collaborative, supportive, and performance-oriented environment. Security and Compliance: Ensure the security of the IT systems and data integrity by implementing up-to-date security measures and compliance policies. Required Skills Proven experience as an IT Manager with the ability to demonstrate leadership qualities. Designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation. Strong project management skills Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and landscapes including Microsoft Server, Hyper-V, M365 & Cybersecurity frameworks such as CIS. Strong understanding of data analysis, hardware/software and statistics. Ability to work with a range of stakeholders throughout the organisation.