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Lead Technical Architect (Cloud and Infrastructure) - Hybrid (Cardiff) - 64,000 - 74,000 - FTC 12-18 Months The Opportunity Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) was established in April 2021 and provides word leading digital services, empowering people to live healthier lives and is transforming health and care for everyone in Wales. DHCW is a multi-award-winning organisation, and was voted the UK's Best Place to Work in IT. If you want to get involved in some of the biggest health tech projects in the UK, be part of new digital solutions that will impact health and care for three million Welsh people and use your tech and analytical skills to help make life better for everyone in Wales, we want to hear from you! DHCW offers extensive training opportunities, enabling everyone to develop their career at their own pace. They are committed to recognising and celebrating staff as the most valuable part of the organisation and are committed to building and developing teams that are diverse and inclusive. So no matter your age, gender, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, or ethnicity - the Digital Health and Care Wales will treat you with respect. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with DHCW to find them the best tech talent in the UK! We are currently working with them to recruit a Lead Technical Architect with a focus on refining and evolving the architecture of NHS Wales. The Role You will be responsible for the design of the cloud infrastructure for the migration of their on prem estate to Azure and GCP. Define and promote clear architecture principles, patterns, and policies that support organisation-wide secure, scalable digital services. Align all architecture work with strategic and organisational goals and national priorities. Refine architecture strategy based on feedback, performance data, and evolving priorities. Turn strategy into actionable roadmaps and plans, supporting implementation across teams. Lead architecture work across business, infrastructure, or technical areas. Plan and manage complex architectural project delivery, managing team priorities and resources while adapting plans to overcome challenges and ensure alignment with organisational strategies Requirements You will have strong architectural knowledge in complex environments, with direct expertise in Cloud Infrastructure for migration. Demonstrable experience designing Azure infrastructure for enterprise level migrations Expert level knowledge in cloud infrastructure including best practices, and how to most effectively utilise cloud features under strict budgets Ability to coach and mentor others in architecture best practice Knowledge of Identity and Access Management Reward Aside from exposure to some of the biggest health tech projects in the UK and working for the UK's best place to work in IT, the successful applicant for this Lead Technical Design Architect role will be rewarded with the following: Salary of up to 74,000 28 days annual leave + public holidays Great work life balance with flexible working and hybrid working (min 1 day a week onsite) Professional development & career opportunities NHS pension (c 20% employer) Employee Assistance Programme and confidential counselling service Cycle to work scheme. Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to DHCW and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following DHCW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.

Salesforce Software Tester- 39,000 (London) 34,500 (Remote) - Flexible (Remote Available) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team are working closely with an incredibly worthwhile charity that supports some of the most in need people. They work closely with charities in the space to create a strong network of support for the vulnerable. We are helping them recruit a software tester to join their salesforce product team to ensure the quality of new salesforce rollouts. This is a perfect role for someone with a year's experience as a software tester or QA Engineer; working on salesforce products, testing user interfaces and creating test cases. What the Salesforce Software Tester will be doing You will be working in collaboration with the product team to define and implement software testing strategies to deliver new salesforce rollouts. Identify testing requirements and create and execute tests to investigate and reproduce complex and technically challenging bugs and testing fixes for these bugs Develop and maintain automation test scripts Make regular and frequent updates to stakeholders about the progress of testing Review functional and business requirement specifications to ensure testing is inline with organisational goals What the successful Salesforce Software Tester will bring to the team You will have at least a year's experience testing salesforce software, developing and implementing test cases in line with the product team's rollout plan. Testing user interfaces and the creation of test cases Strong Salesforce experience in relation to software testing or QA Ability to use product management tools Solid team collaborato0072 Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to 39,000 Flexible working arrangements Generous Holiday Allowances - 30 days PLUS bank holidays Employee assistance and training programmes Think this one's for you If you think this Salesforce Software Tester opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Senior Data Engineer - Cardiff / Hybrid - 65,000 - 75,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a leading global business investing heavily in its data and analytics capabilities. They're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help shape the next generation of their data platform - leading technical design, mentoring others, and driving best practice. This is a great opportunity for an experienced data professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, optimising large-scale systems, and influencing strategy within a collaborative, forward-thinking team. What you'll be doing: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance data architectures and pipelines. Define and enforce best practices for data engineering, including coding standards, testing, and documentation. Mentor and guide engineers, fostering collaboration and technical excellence. Translate complex business requirements into reliable, well-structured data solutions. Optimise data workflows for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. Drive adoption of modern data tools and technologies across the organisation. Ensure robust data governance, security, and compliance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues, delivering long-term solutions. Work with analytics, product, and engineering teams to support advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives. The skills you'll need: Extensive experience designing and building large-scale data pipelines and ETL processes. Strong proficiency in SQL and Python. Deep understanding of data modelling, warehousing, and performance optimisation. Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their data services. Hands-on experience with big data frameworks (e.g. Apache Spark, Hadoop). Strong knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance. Ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers. Excellent problem-solving skills and experience in agile environments. Desirable: Experience with streaming data (Kafka/Kinesis), Docker/Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, NoSQL databases, and metadata management tools. Company Benefits: Enhanced Parental Leave Generous annual leave Healthcare Plan Annual Giving Day - an extra day to give back to yourself or your community Cycle-to-work Scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions Life Assurance - 3x base salary Rewards Programme - access to discounts and cashback LinkedIn Learning Licence for upskilling & development Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone who'd be great for this role? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!

Data Engineer - Cardiff / Hybrid - 45,000 - 50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with a global technology business that's continuing to expand its data capability and invest in modern cloud solutions. Known for their collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, they're offering an excellent opportunity for a Data Engineer to make a real impact. We're looking for a Data Engineer to help design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and systems that power analytics and business intelligence across the organisation. You'll play a key role in ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and high-quality - driving data-led decision making at every level. What you'll be doing: Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes to support analytics and operations. Develop and optimise data models and storage solutions for performance and reliability. Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers to deliver effective data solutions. Implement and maintain infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP. Monitor and troubleshoot data workflows to ensure availability and minimal downtime. Automate data ingestion, transformation, and validation processes. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend system improvements. The skills you'll need: Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases. Hands-on experience building data pipelines and ETL processes. Proficiency in Python. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Knowledge of data modelling, warehousing, and optimisation. Familiarity with big data frameworks (e.g. Apache Spark, Hadoop). Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices. Strong problem-solving skills and experience working in agile environments. Desirable: Experience with Docker/Kubernetes, streaming data (Kafka/Kinesis), Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and NoSQL databases. Company Benefits: Enhanced Parental Leave Generous annual leave Healthcare Plan Annual Giving Day - an extra day to give back to yourself or your community Cycle-to-work Scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions Life Assurance - 3x base salary Rewards Programme - access to discounts and cashback LinkedIn Learning Licence for upskilling & development Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone who'd be great for this role? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!

Senior Business Development Manager - FMCG Industry South Wales Annual salary 36k - 40k Quarterly bonus Yolk Recruitment are working with a well-established FMCG business that's looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing commercial team. This role covers South Wales and offers a great mix of managing existing customer relationships and developing new business opportunities. The role: You'll be responsible for around 60% account management and 40% new business development. That means looking after existing customers - ensuring they're getting the best service, spotting opportunities for growth, and keeping them engaged - while also identifying and winning new accounts across the region. This is a hands-on, field-based role that would suit someone who enjoys building strong relationships, understands FMCG or foodservice sales, and takes pride in delivering results. What you'll be doing: Managing a portfolio of existing accounts across South Wales Building long-term relationships and identifying upsell opportunities Prospecting and securing new customers within retail, foodservice, and hospitality Working closely with internal teams to ensure great service delivery Support managing van sales reps Reporting on sales performance and market trends What we're looking for: Field sales experience Proven experience in business development or account management Background in FMCG or food manufacturing preferred but not essential Strong relationship builder with excellent communication skills Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently Full UK driving licence Package: Basic salary of 36k - 40k Quarterly performance bonus If you're an ambitious sales professional who's passionate about the FMCG industry and enjoys a balance of nurturing existing accounts and developing new ones, we'd love to hear from you.

Test Engineer - Electrical/Electronic South Wales Competitive salary & benefits package Yolk Engineering is exclusively partnered with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products and innovation in manufacturing. This is a new opportunity that will combine an involvement in NPI projects, equipment design and delivering next generation test systems for some of the most advanced tech in the world. This role will bring together your hands on engineering capabilitie, analytical mindset and the ability to problem solve in a highly collaborative environment. This is what you'll be doing Working with NPI teams to develop test systems that meet product and manufacturing needs Building and introducing those systems into production Analysing test data to identify issues or opportunities to optimise performance Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) reviews Leading Test activities in NPI and other engineering Projects What we're looking for A degree in electronic or electrical engineering (or equivalent experience) Good communication skills and the confidence to work across teams A practical, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently A strong interest in innovation and improving the way things are done Desirable: knowledge of C/C++. MODBUS or similar communication protocols, electronic design knowledge And this is what you'll get in return Salary depending on experience Company pension Private healthcare Annual company bonus 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Significant training resources and time given for development Proven progression opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Test Engineer role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Full-Stack Developer - Cardiff - Hybrid Working (2 Days in the Office) - Salaries up to 58,000 - 2 Stage Process Yolk Recruitment is recruiting for a passionate Full-Stack Developer who takes pride in their craft, enjoys learning new technologies, and wants to play a key role in a platform that's transforming an entire industry. This is your chance to join a well-established, independent business that's growing fast and leading the way in the media technology space. You'll be part of a collaborative Cardiff-based team that's building and maintaining a powerful AWS-based platform used by major brands across the US. Hybrid working. This is what you'll be doing: You'll join a small, high-performing Agile team where everyone contributes across the full software lifecycle - from design and implementation to deployment and support. Expect to: Design, build and maintain features across a modern stack, including React , TypeScript , NodeJS , AWS Lambdas , API Gateway , Docker , AWS Glue , Python , and SQL/NoSQL databases . Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to deliver impactful, scalable solutions. Test-drive and pair-program to ensure high-quality, maintainable code. Continuously refine and improve existing systems to keep performance and reliability high. Take genuine ownership of your work in a culture that values freedom, responsibility, and craftsmanship. Desirable Skills & Experience: Below are a few of the skills and qualities that would make you a great fit: Strong experience with modern web technologies such as React , TypeScript , and NodeJS . Familiarity with AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, Glue, Step Functions, CloudFormation). Proficiency with SQL and/or NoSQL databases . Experience with Python , Docker , and Agile methodologies . Competence in TDD and writing clean, testable code. A collaborative mindset - able to contribute ideas, give and receive constructive feedback, and take collective responsibility for team outcomes. If you don't have every technology listed but have solid experience with object-oriented or functional programming and a desire to learn, you'll still be strongly considered. What you'll get in return: Profit Share: Paid quarterly (subject to company performance) Hybrid Working: 2 days per week in the Cardiff office 25 days holiday + public holidays + company holidays + extra days for tenure Private Health Scheme with AXA: includes dental, vision, mental health and travel cover Personal training budget and dedicated learning time Annual $2000 holiday allowance (after one year's service) Cycle to Work scheme Regular team lunches, socials, and nights out Early finish every other Friday in summer Pension: 5% matched Interview Process: Stage 1: Initial screening call with members of the team Stage 2: In-person interview at the Cardiff office - a deeper discussion about your experience and a few collaborative technical problems to solve Does this opportunity sound like something you'd be interested in? If you believe you have the skills and experience for the role, please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us and successfully placed. For more information, contact Dan Newton at Yolk Recruitment .

Job Title: Senior Cyber Security Architect Location: South Wales / Remote Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: 90,000 - 100,000 + excellent Benefits About the Role We're working with a well-established and highly regulated organisation in the utilities sector, who are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Architect to play a key role in their Cyber Resilience team. This is a senior technical position focused on designing and implementing robust cloud focused security architectures that protect critical systems and information assets. You'll be responsible for developing security strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring effective integration of controls across networks, applications, cloud environments, and enterprise systems. Reporting to the Cyber Resilience Manager, you'll work across technical and governance functions to ensure ongoing protection against an evolving threat landscape, while supporting incident response, architecture design, compliance, and risk management. Key Responsibilities Design and maintain enterprise-wide cloud security architectures aligned to business objectives and compliance requirements Implement security controls across infrastructure, applications, and cloud platforms Conduct risk assessments and collaborate with GRC teams to manage identified risks Integrate security measures into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and broader IT processes Engage with architects, IT teams, and external suppliers to embed security into system design Develop and maintain technical incident response plans and support ongoing testing and refinement Monitor industry standards and regulatory changes (e.g., NIS regulations), ensuring ongoing compliance Contribute to internal security awareness and training programmes Evaluate emerging technologies and advise on their security implications Produce clear, well-documented architecture artefacts, policies, and procedures Benefits: Flexible working opportunities Discretionary bonus of up to 15% 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan "Choices" flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Annual salary review Company Sick Pay Why You Should Apply: This newly created role offers the chance to shape processes from the ground up while working in a supportive and forward-thinking IT team. If you're passionate about reducing service disruption, enhancing operational excellence, and driving real change, this could be your next big step. Ready to Apply? Contact Daniel Newton to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch!

Head of the Office for AI - Welsh Government (Grade: SCS1) Location: Pan - Wales Working Pattern: Full-Time / Flexible Salary: 81,000 to 92,791 (+ Development Allowance) Must be Eligible for SC Clearance Yolk Recruitment is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner to the Welsh Government. We're working together to deliver modern, impactful digital services for the people of Wales - and we're looking for talented individuals who want to be part of this mission. About the Role: The Head of the new Office for AI will be a key role in meeting Ministerial ambitions in driving forward AI adoption, policy, guidance and capability across Welsh Government services and the wider public sector. They will do this by working closely with Ministers, senior civil servants across government, the wider digital leadership in Wales, and building strong partnerships with UK Government, industry and academic partners. Key Responsibilities: Policy leadership on all aspects of AI in public services in Wales, supporting Ministers in developing priorities for AI as part of their wider digital transformation ambitions for services in Wales, but within the context of our AI principles and the fair, ethical and sustainable use of data and technology. Internal leadership of digital transformation enabled by AI across Welsh Government for externally facing bilingual digital services delivered directly to citizens. external representation of Welsh Government at UK Government and devolved administrations as well as other UK bodies and the Welsh public service. Also, to represent Welsh Government internationally on AI matters. Leading and setting strategic direction for the Strategic AI Advisory Group which brings together experts from industry, academia, and the public sector to advise Ministers. Their goals include identifying AI opportunities in public services, supporting decisions, promoting AI literacy, responsible innovation, and strengthening Wales's AI ecosystem. Leading on AI related regulation and legislation whether in consideration of devolved aspects of UK Government legislation or where Ministers may also want to regulate in devolved areas. Advising the Permanent Secretary, Executive Committee and Ministers accordingly on strategic direction on AI for Welsh Government Leading on internal capability and supporting other parts of Welsh Government in exploiting AI tools for internal use, and ensuring appropriate guardrails are in place to support our values, ethics AI principles and social partnership commitments. Working closely with the Centre for Digital Public Services and the AI Leadership Group for Wales in driving forward practical guidance and adoption for the Welsh public service Developing a programme to raise AI capability across the public sector, working with industry partners. Managing 10 staff and working collaboratively with other parts of DDaT and Welsh Government, including the Data Science Unit in driving forward adoption and capability within the organisation managing a 2.5m programme budget including a delivery fund to support projects directly related to the adoption of AI tools in the public sector. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple projects and programmes across many areas of Welsh Government, with staff at all levels in many different roles and aspects of government business. We provide training specific to your role as well as to develop you for the next one, and we operate shadowing schemes for key areas where staff can experience the work of others first hand. The successful Head of the Office for AI will be rewarded with the following: Basic salary of 81,000 to 92,791 (+ Development Allowance) (+ DDaT Allowance) + incremental pay progression Civil Service pension of 30.3% 31 days annual leave + 2 privilege days + 8 bank holidays Hybrid working model and offices across Wales Staff wellbeing and active diversity networks Inclusion & Diversity At Yolk Recruitment and Welsh Government, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to thrive. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds - including underrepresented groups such as women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people. We believe diversity drives innovation and better outcomes for everyone. How to Apply Apply now via Yolk Recruitment and be part of something meaningful. Our team will support you throughout the process, ensuring a smooth and fair application journey. Closing Date: 5th November August (4pm) Interview Date: TBC For more information or to apply, contact Luke Cox at Yolk Recruitment - Candidate packs will be issued to every person that applies

SharePoint SPFx Developer Initial 6 Months Fully Remote INSIDE IR35 Circa 500 Per Day Yolk Recruitment are currently hiring for a SharePoint SPFx Developer on an initial 6-month contract with likely extension. This fully remote role offers circa 500 per day inside IR35, supporting a high-profile Microsoft 365 programme. About the Role: You will be a key technical lead for SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365, providing expertise in SPFx development, configuration, and workflow automation. You will work closely with stakeholders, development teams, and business users to deliver scalable, maintainable, and modern collaboration solutions across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web parts and extensions using React and TypeScript. Collaborate with stakeholders and developers to deliver advanced SharePoint customisations. Support integration and workflow automation using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Logic Apps). Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell (PnP, SPO Management Shell) to automate administration tasks. Advise on best practices for modern SharePoint development and governance. Ensure solutions are secure, compliant, and follow Microsoft 365 best practices. Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes. Essential Experience: Experience in SharePoint Online development and SPFx . Strong experience with React, TypeScript, and Office UI/Fluent UI . Knowledge of Power Platform integration with SharePoint Online. Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration. Experience collaborating with development teams on complex projects. Desirable Skills: Exposure to SharePoint REST API and modern development practices. Experience with enterprise-scale SPFx solutions and customisations. Familiarity with Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or other M365 integrations . Knowledge of external collaboration security models and governance.

Position: Business Development Executive Location: Cardiff Salary: Up to 30k Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Yolk Recruitment are working on behalf of a training provider in Cardiff for a Business Development Executive. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a motivated individual looking to join a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. As part of a reputable and nationally recognized training provider, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in expanding the organization's reach, particularly within the nursery sector and related industries. Key Responsibilities Lead Generation: Proactively engage in outbound calls to generate new leads and convert warm leads to meet sales targets. Consultative Selling: Conduct high-quality, meaningful conversations with key decision-makers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. Sales Campaigns: Execute targeted cold-calling campaigns to achieve ambitious sales goals and expand market reach. Collaboration: Partner with the marketing team to follow up on live chat and social media leads, ensuring a seamless customer journey. Market Development: Support efforts to saturate the existing UK market and assist with expansion into new regions. Compliance and Processes: Adhere to company policies and procedures to enhance customer experiences and maintain compliance. Key Skills and Attributes Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Sales Expertise: Previous telesales experience is highly desirable. Consultative Approach: Ability to engage in meaningful, solution-oriented discussions using provided scripts and product knowledge. Target Driven: Ambitious and results-focused, with a strong drive to exceed sales goals. Reliability: Honest, proactive, and dependable. Requirements Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a sales role (required). Ideally experience selling training but not essential Benefits and Package Salary: 30,000 Competitive commission structure Holidays: 30 days per year (including bank holidays) Health Insurance Pension Plan Birthday Leave: Day off for your birthday Additional Leave: Two weeks discretionary leave at Christmas Casual Dress Code Commission Pay

Test Engineer - Electrical/Electronic South Wales Competitive salary & benefits package Yolk Engineering is exclusively partnered with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products and innovation in manufacturing. This is a new opportunity that will combine an involvement in NPI projects, equipment design and delivering next generation test systems for some of the most advanced tech in the world. This role will bring together your hands on engineering capabilitie, analytical mindset and the ability to problem solve in a highly collaborative environment. This is what you'll be doing Working with NPI teams to develop test systems that meet product and manufacturing needs Building and introducing those systems into production Analysing test data to identify issues or opportunities to optimise performance Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) reviews Leading Test activities in NPI and other engineering Projects What we're looking for A degree in electronic or electrical engineering (or equivalent experience) Good communication skills and the confidence to work across teams A practical, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently A strong interest in innovation and improving the way things are done Desirable: knowledge of C/C++. MODBUS or similar communication protocols, electronic design knowledge And this is what you'll get in return Salary depending on experience Company pension Private healthcare Annual company bonus 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Significant training resources and time given for development Proven progression opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Test Engineer role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Business Development Manager Cardiff - Hybrid Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading digital marketing agency in their search for a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to play a key role in driving new client acquisition and revenue growth across a portfolio of services including social media management, content marketing, paid media, and digital campaigns. The Role As Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for the full sales cycle - from identifying opportunities and building relationships to closing deals and ensuring a smooth handover to the account management team. You'll combine consultative sales skills with a solid understanding of digital marketing solutions to position the agency as a trusted partner for growth. Key Responsibilities Revenue Growth & Sales Targets Manage the full sales process, from lead generation through to deal closure Create and deliver strategies to bring in new clients aligned with the agency's expertise Source new opportunities via networking, referrals, prospecting, and events Deliver tailored pitches and proposals showcasing digital expertise Negotiate contracts and manage pricing strategies to close deals Build long-term client relationships to encourage repeat business Collaborate with account managers and delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding Stay up to date on digital and social trends, innovations, and competitor activity Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities Report regularly on pipeline, forecasts, and target progress Analyse performance and suggest improvements Requirements 3-5 years' experience in business development or sales within a digital marketing, media, or agency setting Proven track record of meeting and exceeding revenue targets Solid understanding of digital and social media services (SEO, content, paid ads, influencer marketing etc.) Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills Self-motivated, target-driven, and confident in a fast-paced sales environment Able to work independently and collaboratively Preferred: Established network within marketing, advertising, or digital-first industries Experience selling retainer-based agency services Familiarity with digital performance metrics Benefits Basic salary up to 45k Commission structure Car allowance Clear progression and career development opportunities Hybrid working 20 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Regular team events and industry networking opportunities Supportive and collaborative environment working with creative specialists

Position: QA Engineer Location: Central London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Salary: Up to 60,000 + benefits We're looking for experienced QA Engineers to join a growing sustainability-focused SaaS division within a global organisation. This is a chance to work on meaningful products that help businesses reduce their impact on the planet, while developing your own skills in a collaborative, modern engineering environment. The role As a QA Engineer, you'll be responsible for making sure our products are reliable, scalable, and secure. You'll work closely with developers, DevOps, and stakeholders to design and run tests, embed automation into CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering function. You'll be hands-on across manual, automated, and performance testing, and will have the chance to explore how AI/ML can support smarter testing and better coverage. This is a role where your input will directly influence the quality of the solutions delivered to customers. What you'll be doing Define test strategies and create test plans with your scrum team. Design, document, and run functional, integration, security, and performance tests. Build and maintain automated tests with tools such as Playwright. Validate APIs and data flows using Postman and SQL. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps). Apply AI/ML-driven approaches for test generation, prioritisation, and anomaly detection. Run load, stress, and scalability testing to identify performance bottlenecks. Support UAT sessions with stakeholders. What we're looking for 5+ years' software testing experience, including 2+ years in automation. Strong background in QA methodologies and test planning. Hands-on experience with Playwright, plus CI/CD integration. Comfortable with Jira, TestRail, and Agile/Scrum environments. Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with a growth mindset. Interest in AI/ML approaches for testing is a plus. Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!

Lead Dynamics Developer - up to 75,000 - Hybrid (Flexible working - Newport Based) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with an very unique civil service organisation who prioritise innovation and good digital practice as they go through an interesting digital transformation. We are helping them recruit for a Lead Dynamics Developer who has experience with C# and Microservice architecture. This role will require security clearance so you will have to have lived in the UK for at least the past 5 years. What the Lead Dynamics Developer will be doing You will be line managing 5 direct reports, whilst working on the Dynamics Development and contributing to departmental strategy. Working in multidisciplinary teams to build enterprise level applications Creation and integration of PowerApps Creation of automated tests Line management of direct reports What the successful Lead Dynamics Developer will bring to the team You will have proven experience of Dynamics alongside knowledge of C# and microservice development. Proven experience working with Dynamics to create applications. Good knowledge of PowerApps and PowerApps integrations Working knowledge of at least one of the following languages- C#, Python, JS, Typescript Line management or team coaching experience Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to 75,000 Pension scheme up to 27.9% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm Accrued Flexi-Time - If you work 37.5 hours in 4 days, you can have the fifth day off Unlimited access to Pluralsight learning videos 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Lead Dynamics Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Dynamics Developer - up to 59,000 - Hybrid (Flexible working - Newport Based) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with an interesting civil service organisation who prioritise innovation and good digital practice. We are helping them recruit for a Dynamics Developer who can operate in a cloud-first approach. This role is ideal for any Dynamics professionals who are looking for that next step in their career. This role will require security clearance so you will have to have lived in the UK for at least the past 5 years. What the Dynamics Developer will be doing You will be responsible fore the design, coding, config, testing and documentation of Dynamics and PowerApps applications in an Azure Cloud first approach. Configuring and customising model driven and canvas apps Developing Power Flows using Dataverse and other data sources Develop PowerApps integrations with LogicApps, Service Bus and Azure functions Work with the testing team to understand and outline acceptance criteria and test coverage What the successful Dynamics Developer will bring to the team You will have proven experience of Dynamics, Power Apps and Azure, as well as coding experience from one of the languages below. Proven experience working within Dynamics or PowerApps to deliver technical solutions Good knowledge of PowerApps and PowerApps integrations MS Azure knowledge working in a cloud first environment Experience working DevOps Principles, Secure by Design and SOA principals Working knowledge of at least one of the following languages- C#, Python, JS, Typescript Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to 59,000 Pension scheme up to 28.9% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm Accrued Flexi-Time - If you work 37.5 hours in 4 days, you can have the fifth day off Unlimited access to Pluralsight learning videos 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Dynamics Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Solution Architect Cardiff (Hybrid Working) £85,000 - £95,000 + Benefits What You'll Do: Join a forward-thinking engineering environment where Legacy systems meet new innovation. As a Solution Architect, you'll partner with 3 to 4 agile squads, guiding high-level design and aligning their work with wider architectural goals. You'll be instrumental in shaping scalable, cloud-native solutions, contributing to both technical direction and delivery. This hands-on role will see you collaborating with engineers, reviewing code, and ensuring best practices are followed - all while keeping systems reliable, performant, and future-ready. What You'll Bring: Proven experience as a senior, lead, or principal software engineer with a focus on architecture and system design Deep understanding of cloud-native architecture, with strong hands-on experience in AWS Familiarity with distributed systems and event-driven architecture Comfortable working with tooling such as Azure Service Bus, Kafka, and other modern messaging technologies Ability to produce and maintain architectural documentation, diagrams, and technical roadmaps Clear communication and mentoring skills, with a collaborative mindset Why You Should Apply: You'll be part of a growing team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement. With plenty of scope to influence architecture and shape the future of complex systems, this is a fantastic opportunity to do impactful work across multiple squads in a tech-led organisation. Contact Lewis Allen to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time.

IT & OT Asset Analyst Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to 52,107 + excellent benefits Yolk Recruitment are working with a leading organisation to recruit an IT & OT Asset Analyst into their growing IT Service Management function. This is a newly created role offering a real opportunity to shape and improve asset management practices across both IT and OT (Operational Technology) functions. Sitting within the IT Commercial and Contracts Team, you'll be central to managing the lifecycle of technology assets - from acquisition and deployment through to optimisation and disposal. You'll work closely with internal teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders to ensure compliance, improve processes, and maximise value from assets in a highly regulated, critical national infrastructure environment. If you're proactive, analytical and passionate about asset management, this role gives you the scope to make a real impact. What you'll be doing Maintaining accurate records for IT & OT assets across multiple systems (e.g. ServiceNow, CMDB). Supporting the full lifecycle of assets, from procurement to decommissioning. Assisting with compliance checks, reporting on asset health and performance, and supporting remediation where needed. Working with suppliers and vendors to support procurement, maintenance, and disposal of assets. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within asset management processes and tools. Tracking costs, supporting financial reporting, and identifying opportunities for savings. Supporting incident and problem management where asset-related issues are involved. Collaborating with IT, OT, finance, procurement, and service delivery teams to embed best practices. The skills and experience you'll bring Proven experience managing IT and OT assets in a large-scale enterprise environment. Knowledge of asset lifecycle management, including procurement, tracking, maintenance, and disposal. Experience using asset management tools such as ServiceNow, CMDB, or similar. Strong understanding of compliance requirements and industry standards related to IT & OT assets. Good financial awareness, with experience tracking costs and working alongside procurement/finance teams. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. ITIL Foundation or professional asset management certification (CITAM, CAMP, ISO 55001) would be advantageous. What you'll get in return (not limited to) Hybrid working (50% in office / 50% working from home) Flexible working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan Comprehensive training Ready to Apply? Please apply with your latest CV. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!

Application Engineer 40,000 - 45,000 Yolk Recruitment is working with a specialist engineering company to recruit an Application Engineer with experience in process development and hands-on problem solving. This role sits within the Engineering team and will see you working closely with production and customers to design, develop, and implement robust application processes. You'll be responsible for supporting new product introduction, defining manufacturing methods, and ensuring technical solutions meet customer and business requirements. It's a varied and practical position, offering the chance to get involved in both day-to-day support and longer-term improvement projects within a collaborative, quality-focused environment. This is what you'll be doing: Design and develop solutions that align with customer needs, ensuring precision and efficiency throughout the process. Optimise production methods by developing and refining application techniques to support ongoing production, adhering to New Product Introduction (NPI) procedures. Accurately capture and define customer specifications and design verification systems to ensure seamless manufacturing. Collaborate with in-house machinists and subcontractors to develop associated machining and finishing operations. Utilise Solidworks to design error-free and efficient manufacturing fixtures and tooling. Engage with and vet suppliers to ensure high-quality materials and services. Prepare comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including images, drawings, work instructions, Bills of Material, and process routing cards. Provide expert technical support to sales and production teams, ensuring smooth operation and customer satisfaction. Lead application and improvement projects, managing them within budget and timelines. Offer accurate job costing and review manufacturing costs as needed. Liaise with customers on technical matters alongside the sales team, ensuring client satisfaction. Contribute to continuous improvement activities, developing and refining practices and procedures. And this is what you'll need: Background in mechanical, or similar manufacturing engineering discipline. Experience working in a similar role. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Subsidised health care. Early finish on Friday's. If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Application Engineer role apply now by sending your CV or calling me directly on (phone number removed) Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Application Specialist £25,000 - £35,000 A fantastic opportunity for an ambitious programmer to join a multinational company developing cutting-edge products and solutions for some of the world's largest companies. You will be joining a proactive and energetic team that will look after your career goals and help develop your talent...... click apply for full job details