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Technical Team Lead / Lead Software Engineer (Platform) Technical Team Lead London (Hybrid: 2-3 days per week) £90,000-£110,000 + strong benefits Our client is a fast-scaling, well-funded technology company building a platform used by some of the UK's best-known brands. They're now looking for a hands-on Technical Team Lead to drive the next phase of their engineering evolution. This is a rare opportunity to own a major platform migration, influence long-term technical strategy, and step into a leadership role with a clear progression path toward CTO as the business scales. If you love building high-quality software at scale, leading talented engineers, and making meaningful architectural decisions - this role is for you. The Opportunity As Technical Team Lead, you'll combine around 60% hands-on coding with strong technical leadership. You'll guide a growing team of engineers, define engineering standards, and work closely with partner agencies to deliver a modern, scalable SaaS platform. You'll also play a pivotal role in a strategic migration away from legacy Service Fabric architecture toward a Kubernetes-based backend, helping to define the future technical foundation of the entire product suite. This is a high-impact role where your decisions will genuinely shape the company's technology and growth trajectory. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring a team of 3-6 engineers, with significant growth planned Remaining deeply hands-on, contributing 60% of your time to coding Defining and owning the technical strategy for the Connect 2.0 platform migration Architecting scalable backend systems using Kubernetes Driving modern frontend development with React Setting engineering standards and best practices across internal teams and partner agencies Making key decisions across architecture, integrations, frameworks, and cloud infrastructure Collaborating closely with product and leadership to influence roadmap and direction Helping build a secure, high-performance, modern SaaS platform What You'll Bring Strong engineering background across backend (Kubernetes) and frontend (React) Experience leading teams or mentoring engineers in a senior capacity Proven experience designing, building, and scaling modern SaaS platforms Solid cloud experience (Azure preferred) Ability to translate business goals into scalable technical solutions Confident communicator who works well across teams and with external partners Pragmatic, hands-on mindset with a passion for quality engineering Architectural experience - or clear ambition to move into a broader strategic role Tech Stack Backend: Kubernetes, C#, .NET Frontend: React, JavaScript Infrastructure: Azure, Cosmos DB, modern CI/CD pipelines Legacy: Service Fabric (during transition only) Why This Role Stands Out Ownership of one of the company's most strategic technical initiatives Real autonomy and influence over engineering and product direction A growing team with clear leadership responsibility Defined progression toward a CTO-level role Well-funded, scaling business with strong momentum Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week in a London office Competitive salary: £90,000-£110,000 + strong benefits We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

A well-funded technology company in London is looking for a Technical Team Lead to drive engineering efforts and lead a team of engineers. This role involves around 60% hands-on coding, defining technical strategy, and overseeing the migration to a Kubernetes-based backend. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing modern SaaS platforms and will have a clear career progression path toward a CTO role. Offering a competitive salary of £90,000-£110,000 with hybrid working options.

A leading media agency in London seeks a Paid Media Manager on a flexible 1-2 day/week contract for remote work. This role involves managing Paid Social and PPC campaigns, enhancing performance, and interacting with clients. Ideal candidates should have strong experience in paid media, especially with Meta and LinkedIn. The agency values individuals who are reliable and can work autonomously while also engaging with clients as needed. Optional office days are available in Central London.

A leading technology company is seeking a hands-on Technical Team Lead to drive engineering evolution and lead a growing team. This role involves defining technical strategies for a significant platform migration to Kubernetes, ensuring high coding standards while mentoring a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in both backend and frontend technologies as well as experience in designing scalable SaaS platforms. This position offers a clear progression path toward CTO.

A growing tech company in Greater London is looking for a Full Stack JavaScript Developer to join their team. You will work on various projects, utilizing your expertise in JavaScript and Next.js. The role involves developing high-quality web applications, managing databases, and ensuring secure API integrations. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background and a proactive approach to problem-solving within an Agile team environment.

A leading global financial services agency is looking for a Biddable Manager to oversee paid search and social campaigns for high-profile clients. This hybrid role requires experience in B2B media campaign management, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Google and Microsoft advertising platforms. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of campaign execution, from strategy to reporting, while providing insights and recommendations to enhance performance. If you have a passion for paid media and a keen eye for data, apply now!

AI Engineer - Fintech Innovation Our client is a leading fintech company on a mission to transform consumer finance through some of the latest technologies. They are profitable, fast-growing, and backed by top-tier investors. The Role We're seeking an AI Engineer to join the Data Science team and build production grade Generative AI systems that streamline operations. You'll work on projects such as: Enhancing internal chatbots for customer support Automating document parsing with schema extraction pipelines Designing LLM driven workflows to simplify case management This role combines applied AI engineering, business process design, and hands on Python development. What You'll Do Build and deploy real GenAI systems Work with LLMs, retrieval systems, and automation pipelines Own solutions from prototype to production Redesign processes using AI for maximum efficiency Key Skills Strong Python engineering experience Hands on use of LLMs in real workflows Ability to design prompts, retrieval pipelines, and agentic flows Problem solving in ambiguous environments Why Join? Scale up with one of the most successful fintech companies Competitive compensation and equity Hybrid working model Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer.

Biddable Manager Hybrid - 3 days in London office Hiring for a leading global agency that specialises within financial services, working alongside some of the largest financial institutions and B2B brands. I am looking for an experienced paid media specialist with a streength in Paid Search to join the team as a Biddable Manager. The focus of this role will be leading and managing paid search, along with some paid social campaigns across a range of high-profile accounts. Key Responsibilities End-to-end campaign management, from planning and strategy to implementation and reporting. Provide leadership, offering insights and data-driven recommendations to improve campaign performance. Adopt a test-and-learn approach, experimenting with new products, targeting strategies, and ad formats. Drive best practices to maximise campaign impact and continuously optimize for performance. Present campaign results and insights to clients, maintaining strong relationships and high service levels. Collaborate with wider agency teams on campaign planning, activation, and performance reporting. Manage financial bookings, budget reconciliations, and campaign invoicing. Ideal Candidate Experience in B2B or financial services paid search media campaign management. Market sector knowledge with a focus on B2B or financial services. Agency-side experience, with excellent knowledge of Google and Microsoft platforms. Knowledge of relevant digital platforms such as Google Marketing Platform (CM360/SA360) Google Analytics, Google Ads. Understanding of other biddable media channels such as Paid Social is advantageous. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for data-driven insights. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain and sell strategies both internally and externally. To express your interest and to be considered for this opportunity send your CV now! We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Full Stack JavaScript Developer About Us We are a tech company based in Upminster (just outside Greater London, Essex) looking for talented developers to join our growing team. We value team players who are committed to delivering excellent results and can thrive in an Agile environment. The Role We're seeking experienced Full Stack JavaScript Developers to help us manage our increasing project workload. You'll be working on a variety of projects including landing pages, customer portals, and API integration's, requiring both front-end and back-end expertise. Key Responsibilities Develop responsive, high-quality web applications primarily using JavaScript and Next.js Create and set up databases with appropriate data types and performance considerations Handle API integrations with third-party providers Ensure proper data flow and security in all applications Proactively identify potential issues and test thoroughly before delivery Work collaboratively with our in-house team Technical Requirements Strong JavaScript experience, particularly with Next.js framework Database knowledge including MS SQL Server (writing reports, proper data storage, table joins) Understanding of API integration and documentation Experience with cloud hosting platforms (Digital Ocean, Cloudflare) Attention to security best practices and data handling Ability to work across the full stack from frontend to backend Personal Attributes Exceptional attention to detail Proactive problem-solving approach Ability to anticipate issues before they arise Thorough testing mindset Team-oriented with strong communication skills Dedication to quality and continuous improvement We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Technical Team Lead, Software Engineering Manager Lead, Build, and Shape the Future of a Next-Gen SaaS Platform Our client, a fast-scaling, well-funded technology company is looking for a hands-on Technical Team Lead to drive the engineering evolution of a platform used by some of the UK's best-known brands. This is a rare opportunity to influence the technical strategy for a major platform migration to something new and fantastic, lead a growing engineering team, work with modern technologies, and step into a leadership role with a clear progression path toward CTO as the company scales. If you're excited by building high-quality software at scale, leading talented engineers, and owning major technical decisions this one's for you. The Opportunity As the Technical Team Lead, you'll combine 60% hands-on coding with strong technical leadership. You'll guide a team of engineers, shape engineering standards, and work closely with partner agencies to deliver a world-class platform. You'll also play a defining role in the strategic migration away from legacy Service Fabric architecture toward a modern, scalable Kubernetes-based backend, creating the future foundation of the entire product suite. This is a high-impact role in a scale-up where your leadership, technical expertise, and architectural direction will genuinely shape the business long-term. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring a team of 3-6 engineers (with significant headcount growth expected) Delivering hands-on engineering (around 60% coding) while setting high engineering standards Defining the technical strategy for the Connect 2.0 migration away from Service Fabric Architecting scalable backend systems on Kubernetes Driving frontend development using React Collaborating with partner agencies to ensure consistent engineering excellence Making strategic decisions across integration approaches, frameworks, and cloud infrastructure Contributing to a modern, secure, high-performing SaaS platform Influencing product direction alongside product and engineering leadership What You'll Bring Strong engineering background with both backend (Kubernetes) and frontend (React) expertise Proven ability to lead engineering teams or mentor developers Experience designing and scaling modern SaaS platforms Solid expertise with cloud technologies (Azure ideal) Ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions Strong communicator who collaborates well across functions and with external partners Pragmatic, hands-on approach with a passion for quality engineering Architectural experience or ambition to step into a broader strategic role Tech You'll Be Working With Backend: Kubernetes, C#, .NET Frontend: React, JavaScript Infrastructure: Azure, Cosmos DB, modern CI/CD pipelines Legacy: Service Fabric (only during the transition toward Kubernetes) Why This Role Stands Out Take ownership of one of the company's most strategic engineering initiatives Lead a team with genuine autonomy and room to grow Influence long-term engineering and product direction Work in a scaling business offering real leadership progression, including a pathway to CTO Enjoy a Great Team culture with strong investment and momentum Work from a London office 2-3 days per week, with flexibility Interested? If you're an driven technical leader who loves building at scale, shaping engineering direction, and driving major platform evolution, this is an opportunity where your work will truly matter. We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Full Stack JavaScript Developer About Us We are a tech company based in Upminster (just outside Greater London, Essex) looking for talented developers to join our growing team. We value team players who are committed to delivering excellent results and can thrive in an Agile environment. The Role We're seeking experienced Full Stack JavaScript Developers to help us manage our increasing project workload. You'll be working on a variety of projects including landing pages, customer portals, and API integration's, requiring both front-end and back-end expertise. Key Responsibilities Develop responsive, high-quality web applications primarily using JavaScript and Next.js Create and set up databases with appropriate data types and performance considerations Handle API integrations with third-party providers Ensure proper data flow and security in all applications Proactively identify potential issues and test thoroughly before delivery Work collaboratively with our in-house team Technical Requirements Strong JavaScript experience, particularly with Next.js framework Database knowledge including MS SQL Server (writing reports, proper data storage, table joins) Understanding of API integration and documentation Experience with cloud hosting platforms (Digital Ocean, Cloudflare) Attention to security best practices and data handling Ability to work across the full stack from frontend to backend Personal Attributes Exceptional attention to detail Proactive problem-solving approach Ability to anticipate issues before they arise Thorough testing mindset Team-oriented with strong communication skills Dedication to quality and continuous improvement We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

A growing tech company in Upminster is seeking a skilled Full Stack JavaScript Developer. This role involves developing web applications, managing databases, integrating APIs, and ensuring security. The ideal candidate has strong proficiency in JavaScript, particularly with the Next.js framework, and experience with cloud hosting platforms. Candidates should be team-oriented, detail-focused, and capable of proactive problem-solving. This position offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, Agile environment.

THE COMPANY Our client is an international data collection company, offering an end-to-end platform for survey creation, audience access, and data analysis. Known for its speed, automation, and around-the-clock expert support, it serves global clients with millions of survey completions. Recognised for strong workplace culture and growth, the company offers a fantastic working environment and the opportunity for you to grow and develop in the role. They offer a hybrid working arrangement. They are now looking to hire a Director who will lead the Data Processing area for them. KEY DUTIES Lead International data delivery, ensuring accurate, timely outputs while developing practices across processing, tabulation, visualisation. Champion proprietary platform use, partner with the Product and Engineering teams, applying advanced tools, automation, innovation globally. Engage International clients, translate needs into solutions, present insights clearly, mentor teams, drive scalable improvements. We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Senior Full Stack Engineer Join our client's mission-driven team and help shape the future of personal finance! We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer who thrives in Agile environments and loves building exceptional products. Why You'll Love This Role Work on the latest mobile and web applications. Collaborate with a high-performance team that values autonomy, speed, and innovation. Contribute to a roadmap packed with exciting features and integrations. Tech Stack Highlights TypeScript, JavaScript, React Native, React, Next.js, Redux, gRPC, MySQL, CockroachDB, BigQuery, Redis, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform. What We're Looking For 5+ years of full-stack development experience. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to simplify complexity. Passion for delivering clean, efficient code at speed. A proactive mindset and ownership mentality. Perks & Benefits Stock options Private medical insurance Pension contribution Premium subscription to our client's product MacBook & productivity tools Cycle-to-work scheme One-month sabbatical every 5 years Regular team socials We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Based across 4 offices, in 3 countries, we are looking for a self-starting, organised individual to join the busy data & systems team who support over 60 Recruitment Consultants Reporting to the Data Solutions Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day data tasks as well as the development of reporting from the CRM, ultimately improving the quality and depth of the data held in our CRM. This is a great opportunity to grow into a role and shape the course of the business' data strategy Key Responsibilities: Data Quality Management: managing, locating, and resolving duplication in the CRM; documenting subject access requests and deletions Implement data admin tasks and procedures and make updates to improve them where possible Asset management of the Group's IT equipment Liaising with the finance team to ensure invoices are raised on a timely manner Audit of consultant's data usage in relation to our Data Protection policies Verification of new clients and limited company details, ensuring all documentation is collected and stored in the correct locations New Starter Management: ensuring the new staff member has access to all the correct areas of the business and leavers are off boarded correctly in and in a timely fashion. Reporting and trend analysis of the CRM data, using the tools available to you Required Experience/skills: IT Skills, especially Excel Knowledge of or desire to learn Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools (MS Dynamics preferably) Knowledge of or desire to learn Data Protection regulations, including GDPR Knowledge of or desire to learn MS Power Automate, MS Dynamics and MS Power Bi Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail, and a tenacious attitude towards ensuring data accuracy Highly organised and methodical We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer