Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Operational Technology Systems Administrator/Analyst - 12 Months Contract- Day Rate £450 - £485 (Inside IR35) - Hybrid (1 Day a week South Wales) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with a very unique nonprofit organisation who are undergoing a significant cyber and infrastructure uplift across their operational technology environment. We're looking for a hands-on System Administrator with a strong focus on security, working across critical national infrastructure. What you'll be doing Supporting a large-scale cyber programme aligned to regulatory standards (E-CAF) Managing and securing core infrastructure across: Windows & Linux servers SQL databases Cisco networks WAN and data centre environments Driving patching, vulnerability management and system hardening best practice Supporting rollout and optimisation of security tooling including EDR and intrusion detection Integrating and maintaining Active Directory and identity governance processes Supporting incident resolution and maintaining service continuity across critical systems Contributing to secure system design, documentation and UAT processes Working closely with internal security teams and external partners What we're looking for Strong system administration experience across Windows, Linux and network environments Solid understanding of infrastructure security, patching and hardening Experience with Active Directory and identity/access management Knowledge of SQL Server and enterprise environments Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured (ITIL-driven) environment Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset Nice to have Experience in regulated environments (e.g. NIS-CAF) Exposure to OT environments, SCADA, PLCs or telemetry systems Utilities or infrastructure sector experience Understanding of cyber security tooling (EDR, IDS, backup solutions) Why this role? Work on critical infrastructure with real-world impact Be part of a major cyber transformation programme Blend of project work and operational ownership Strong long-term investment in technology and security 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.

Agile Delivery Manager Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £58,000 29% Pension Flexi-Working The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking to help them find a talented an Agile Delivery Manager (eligible for SC clearance) support a multi-disciplinary service squad delivering new and existing digital products and services. You will be accountable for effective delivery across the squad, ensuring work is planned, tracked, and delivered efficiently while balancing agile best practice with pragmatic delivery. Key Responsibilities Facilitate core agile ceremonies (stand-ups, planning, reviews, retrospectives). Support team planning, estimation, prioritisation, and delivery against business goals. Manage workflow from backlog to delivery, using flow metrics where appropriate. Track progress, milestones, risks, and dependencies, providing clear delivery reporting. Act as the primary delivery interface with product, technical, and programme stakeholders. Represent the team at programme-level forums, escalating risks and issues as needed. Remove blockers and proactively manage delivery risks and incidents. Drive continuous improvement in agile maturity and team performance. Manage cross-team dependencies to ensure aligned and predictable delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Proven ability to lead agile, cross-functional delivery teams. Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps principles. Excellent communication skills, with experience working across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled in facilitating agile ceremonies and enabling team collaboration. Proficient in using tools like Azure DevOps; familiar with flow metrics for data-driven decision making. Experience managing delivery risks, reporting progress, and supporting decision-making. Certified Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager; understanding of DSIT/CDDO frameworks is an advantage. What will the Agile Delivery Manager get in return? Pension: Up to 29% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Agile Delivery Manager 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.

Business Development Manager UK Sales Flexible Working Competitive Salary + Commission We're working with a global leader in electrical manufacturing supplying high-quality products into sectors including industrial, automotive, electronics . Known for their engineering quality and customer-first approach, they are continuing to invest in growth across the UK. This is what you'll be doing Proactively identify and target new customers across engineering, manufacturing and industrial sectors, building a consistent pipeline of opportunities Engage with engineering, procurement and project teams to understand requirements and position suitable technical solutions Manage the full sales cycle from initial outreach through to negotiation and closing deals Represent the business at trade shows, exhibitions and industry events to build brand presence and generate leads Develop strong commercial relationships with new clients, ensuring repeat business and long-term growth This is what you'll bring to the team As a Business Development Manager, you'll bring a proactive, results-driven approach with a strong focus on winning new business. A proven track record in B2B sales, particularly within manufacturing, engineering or technical environments Confidence engaging with technical stakeholders and understanding customer applications A self-motivated and organised approach, comfortable working independently in a field-based role Strong communication and relationship-building skills with a commercial mindset A willingness to travel across the UK as part of a customer-facing role This is what you'll get in return This role offers strong earning potential and the opportunity to join a well-established business with genuine growth plans. Great scope to progress and develop Pension Xmas shut down Competitive base salary with uncapped commission Flexible working environment Access to a company vehicle Opportunity to work with a global, reputable brand Autonomy to build and develop your own pipeline and territory Great culture and team

Senior Dynamics Developer Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £54k The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking to help them find a talented Senior Dynamics Developer (eligible for SC clearance) to get involved in some awesome tech projects. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity working with cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern delivery processes, and innovative projects involving AI and ML which provides a dynamic and stimulating work environment. Collaborating with experts in their respective fields enabling you to learn and make valuable contributions to ground breaking projects. My client offers amazing L&D training to allow the team learn and improve at their own pace. They also put their staff at the forefront of all decisions whilst recognising them the most valuable part of the organisation. Are you a Senior Dynamics Developer who has: Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies Advocate of DevOps principles Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team Experience with Azure DevOps What will the Senior Dynamics Developer get in return? Up to £55k Pension: Up to 27.9% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Senior 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.

Senior IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer West Wales (office-based, with occasional cover at a nearby secondary site) £48,000 per annum (some flexibility for the right candidate) What You'll Do: Take ownership of the organisation's network and infrastructure across a busy on-site environment Design, implement and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN and VPN solutions Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls and load balancers Lead network upgrades, migrations and infrastructure improvement projects Deliver secure remote access (VPN, IPsec, SSL/TLS, SSH) Drive network security best practice including firewall rules, IDS/IPS, encryption and PKI Monitor network performance, capacity and security and troubleshoot complex issues Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning for network services Manage patching, configuration backups and documentation Provide technical guidance and support to a junior IT support colleague Participate in on-call support and incident response as required What You'll Bring: Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise-level networks Strong knowledge of routing and core network services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) Solid network security experience (firewalls, VPNs, encryption standards) Experience working in on-prem / operational environments where uptime matters Windows Server experience Virtualisation exposure (VMware vSphere or similar) is highly beneficial Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP (or equivalent) are advantageous Comfortable working on-site and being hands-on in a small IT team Why You Should Apply: Senior, hands-on role with real ownership of networks and infrastructure Small IT team where your work makes an immediate impact Visibility and support from senior stakeholders (including CEO involvement in IT) Stable, long-term environment within an established organisation Clear two-stage interview process with a practical or presentation element Ready to Apply? 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. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities!

Role: Senior Interaction Designer Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £53k 28.9% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. This role involves designing user-centred public services at scale within multi-disciplinary teams aligning with GDS. Key responsibilities include identifying and resolving complex public infrastructure issues, promoting best practices and standards in user centred design, and mentoring junior designers. Key Responsibilities Design user-centred services: Collaborate within agile, multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver solutions for complex transformation programmes. Contribute to user research, create prototypes, and design seamless user journeys across multiple channels, using evidence and data to inform decisions. Champion design quality: Promote consistent, high-quality user experiences by applying best practices, reusable design patterns, and established standards. Ensure all designs meet accessibility, legal, and security requirements. Support and develop others: Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to designers, supporting their professional growth and maintaining high standards of design delivery. Essential Criteria Proven experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams, delivering iterative design solutions. Strong background in designing accessible, user-centred services across multiple platforms. Ability to produce key design artefacts such as user flows, service blueprints, and site maps. Proficiency in prototyping tools (e.g. Figma or similar) to create and test high-fidelity designs. Experience conducting usability testing, independently or alongside research specialists. Familiarity with established design systems and standards, with the ability to contribute improvements. Experience leading or contributing to design communities of practice. Demonstrated ability to mentor and support other designers. Think this one's for you If you think this Senior Interaction Designer 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.

Enterprise Architect - Microsoft SME - Up To £86,000 - Hybrid (Two days a week in Nantgarw - Flexible) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with a vital NHS organisation that ensures that our vital frontline services are well resourced and functioning properly. They do incredible work for our healthcare workers across Wales. They are looking for an Enterprise Architect to take a leading role in the organisation, delivering against a number of workstreams, including a large multi-year platform centralisation piece the organisation is currently implementing. The successful candidate will bring an in-depth understanding of Microsoft Systems including pro-code and low-code solutions, and the ability to manage and upskill a team. They are looking for someone from a software development background - this role isn't suitable for candidates coming from an infrastructure background. What the Enterprise Architect will be doing You will be responsible for the development of the enterprise architecture for Microsoft based applications and software development - using your in depth knowledge to influence stakeholders across the organisation, and representing the organisation at technical conferences. Maximising the use of Microsoft technologies, including Power Platform, Dataverse, NET, and Azure cloud services ensuring cost effectiveness and strategic alignment across NHS Wales Lead the definition and governance of HEIW's enterprise technical architecture Establish and enforce standards for software development and architecture to ensure consistency, best practice, quality, and alignment Leading and developing a high performing team to deliver excellent products and services What you will bring to the team You will have a strong technical background, with a deep knowledge of Microsoft Systems and how to design digital systems and applications in a cost-effective way. Your experience will be from a software development background - as part of the role will be upskilling the team on Microsoft Systems. Deep understanding and knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem, both Low-code and pro-code approaches to system and application development Strong programming background. Strong leadership ability - with the ability to engage stakeholders at high level, and develop the skills of the team reporting in to you The ability to take charge of your own workstream, whilst working collaboratively across the business The ability to deliver assurance and governance for key workstreams Here's What You'll Get in Return The successful Enterprise Architect will be rewarded with; Salary of up to £86,000 Salary increases Fantastic internal progression opportunities Fully funded training opportunities Flexible working arrangements Think this one's for you If you think this Enterprise Architect opportunity is for you then apply online.

Role: Senior Automation Tester Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £53k 28.9% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking for a Senior Automation Tester to design, build and maintain automated testing solutions that support continuous delivery. You will work closely with developers, product teams and other specialists to ensure high-quality, user-focused digital services. Key Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain automated UI and API test suites. Collaborate with developers to ensure appropriate unit and integration test coverage. Contribute to the design, coding, testing and documentation of scalable, reusable solutions. Identify, manage and report defects, risks and issues. Build automated test solutions from scratch aligned with agreed standards and principles. Develop and use toolkits and APIs to support integration, performance, security and scalability. Essential Experience Proven track record delivering technical solutions within large projects. Hands-on experience testing both front-end and back-end web services. Skilled in automation tools (e.g. MS Visual Studio with C#, Selenium, SpecFlow, MSTest, RestSharp, JavaScript). Experience with non-functional test tools (e.g. JMeter, Azure Load Test). Knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure), Azure DevOps, GitHub and SQL. Familiarity with Agile delivery models and test documentation (strategies, approaches). Understanding of software architecture and design patterns. Think this one's for you If you think this Senior Automation 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.

Salesforce Software Developer- £58,000 (London) £54,000 (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 developer to join their Salesforce product team and write secure code following a test driven approach. You will need to have experience developing within the Salesforce Platform - taking user stories and translating them into deliverable software. What the Salesforce Software Developer will be doing You will be embedded with the product team developing and maintaining functionality for the salesforce managed package. Translating user requirements into bespoke solutions that factor in Salesforce package limitations Working to secure-by-design principles to ensure the bespoke systems pass Salesforce security reviews Design and build bespoke software using a test driven approach What the successful Salesforce Software Developer will bring to the team You will have solid experience designing, coding and implementing software that works seamlessly with Salesforce and salesforce custom top layers Strong knowledge of Salesforce Lightning Web Components (LWC), Apex, SOQL, JavaScript Salesforce Lightning Design System (SLDS), REST API, Git and packages. Experience translating non-technical requirements to technical requirements and deliver them as functional code Strong knowledge of secure by design principles with knowledge of secure regulatory principles The ability to analyse and optimise the development process The knowledge of systems design and integration to meet business needs Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to £58,000 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 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.

Role: Security Architect Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £53k 28.9% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. The Security Architect plays a key role in ensuring compliance with recognised security standards (e.g. ISO 27001, PCI DSS, Secure by Design, GovAssure). The role is central to embedding security architecture principles across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid platforms, providing expert guidance to technical teams and influencing decisions that safeguard data, services, and infrastructure. This position champions Secure by Design principles and supports assurance processes in line with national frameworks. It requires balancing strong security controls with enabling business outcomes, while fostering awareness and adoption of best practice security standards across the organisation. Main Responsibilities Ensure security architecture aligns with government and industry standards, legal frameworks, and best practices. Promote and embed Secure by Design principles across digital and technology teams. Manage the compliance roadmap, ensuring activities align with strategy and audit recommendations. Stay current with legislation, frameworks, and emerging security initiatives to inform decision-making and staff awareness. Recommend proportionate security controls and solutions that support business objectives. Provide expert guidance across system and infrastructure design, implementation, and operation. Advise stakeholders on risks, solutions, and approaches, tailoring communication for technical and non-technical audiences. Support compliance processes such as evidence gathering and submissions to external bodies. Contribute to incident response where architectural issues are identified. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen knowledge and outcomes. Essential Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud and hybrid technologies. Strong understanding of governance, compliance, risk, and the CIA triad. Knowledge of security protocols, networking, identity management, authentication, authorisation, and cryptography. Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to varied audiences. Confident in evaluating options, making decisions, and prioritising effectively. Collaborative, proactive, and motivated to keep pace with evolving security threats and technologies. Think this one's for you If you think this Security Architect 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.

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.

Role: Lead Front End Developer Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £72k 28.9% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking for a Lead Front End Developer responsible for shaping technical strategy and leading a team, this role combines hands-on development with formal line management duties. The position emphasizes front-end and UX expertise, while offering opportunities to expand into back-end and broader technical skills. Key Responsibilities Design, build, test, and document applications ranging from small to mission-critical, within a cloud-first environment. Develop web interfaces with React, Next.js, and related technologies, integrating with RESTful APIs. Collaborate with test engineers to ensure quality and coverage. Implement APIs and toolkits for integration, performance, security, and scalability. Investigate and improve processes, sharing insights with stakeholders. Manage risks, issues, and incidents to organizational standards. Contribute to user-focused digital services within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with governance and GDS standards. Explore innovative approaches, working iteratively to deliver value. Person Specification Essential Experience Proven record delivering technical solutions in large projects. Agile/Scrum delivery experience. Strong background in Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps. Experience with unit testing (e.g., MSTest) and understanding of TDD. Essential Technical Skills Strong React, Next.js, and Node.js expertise. Experience with RESTful web services. Understanding of DevOps principles. Knowledge of architectural principles (SOA, microservices). Think this one's for you If you think this Lead Front End Developeropportunity 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.

Technical Author Newport (Hybrid Working) £52,107 per annum + benefits What You'll Do: Join a growing Technical Operations team and take the lead on creating clear, concise, and high-impact documentation that supports the smooth delivery of IT services across both Business and Critical National Infrastructure environments. You'll work alongside technical teams and subject matter experts to produce accurate, accessible content covering operational procedures, system guides, and maintenance processes. This is a unique opportunity to shape content standards and improve knowledge sharing across a complex, fast-moving technical estate, including Azure, data centres, and end-user computing platforms. What You'll Bring: Proven experience as a Technical Author or similar role, ideally within IT or infrastructure environments Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into user-friendly content Familiarity with tools such as Confluence, Markdown, Git, Azure DevOps, or SharePoint A methodical and detail-oriented approach to documentation and version control Excellent collaboration skills, able to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Self-starter attitude with the initiative to improve documentation processes and content quality Comfortable working in dynamic and agile environments Benefits: 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 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!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!

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.

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.

Role: Data Analyst Salary: £35,787 (+ DDaT allowance) Location: Cardiff (hybrid) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. The role would be suited to a data analyst who is confident in working with data in varied formats. They will have experience of using Microsoft tools for processing data and preparing and sharing analyses (for example MS SQL server, Office 365, PowerBI) and will be familiar with using the Microsoft Power Platform alongside to collect data from within the organisation and to automate key processes. Role Overview Support operational and compliance activities for registration and taxation services through statistical analysis, data modelling, and process automation. Key Responsibilities Develop a strong understanding of core data systems, third-party datasets, and new platforms related to property registration and taxation. Work with data management colleagues to align analyses with the wider data architecture. Build proficiency in key programming and analysis tools (SQL, Python, Power BI/DAX, Office 365). Analyse internal tax return data to identify compliance issues and emerging trends. Evaluate and integrate third-party data sources, drafting access arrangements where needed, and create combined datasets for deeper insights. Design analyses to identify missing or inaccurate data in registration and tax services (e.g. property/tourism accommodation). Produce and share performance metrics (including use of web analytics) to track new service development. Support the preparation of data for potential publication. Create repeatable, policy-compliant processes and alerts to highlight data errors or anomalies. Microsoft Power Platform Responsibilities Develop secure Power BI dashboards to share operational insights at appropriate levels of detail. Create and maintain PowerApps for structured data collection, including: Small-scale internal data capture for analysis. Registration and lifecycle management of organisational assets and corporate information. Collaborate with colleagues in IT, governance, and CRM development to ensure: Proper governance of PowerApps and balance with other platforms. Clear support structures for data-related applications. Exploration of PowerPages for potential external data collection Benefits: 31 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and 2 Privilege days Flexible and hybrid working Generous employer contribution of 28.97% Time off for wellbeing activities Green car scheme Cycle2Work and season travel tickets Access to subsidised sports groups Think this one's for you If you think this Data Analyst 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.

Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Junior - Mid level Data Engineer to join an exciting new project with a long established and successfully financial company. You will be working with a small team of skilled data engineers to build a brand-new cloud-based platform using Azure and Snowflake. This is an exciting opportunity for a data engineer to learning new skills in snowflake and azure. You will be part of a new green field platform were your knowledge and ideas will influence the development of the project. Responsibilities: Use a range of modelling techniques and technical skills to solve data engineering tasks that areas in the brand-new cloud platform Support the translation of data into valuable insights that inform decisions, alongside resources from architecture, governance, analytics and business product owner communities Working with the Platform Lead and Lead Data Engineer to develop the technical vision for our data platform, and supporting the development of an effective and fully functioning DataOps capability Idea generation, you will have the chance to influence the direction of this brand-new cloud platform (excellent learning opportunity) Core Skills: Strong SQL experience Strong python experience Experience working with ETL pipelines Experience working with R Some experience with data reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau or Looker) Desirable Skills: Any previous experience working within a cloud-based environment (Azure, snowflake, AWS, GCP or IBM)

Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a senior cyber configuration engineer to work with one of the world's leading aerospace and defence companies. Reporting directly to the Cyber Configuration Manager you will be responsible for supporting the Configuration Management service to the business. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and be on the forefront of cyber security. Due to the secured nature of the role only British Citizens holding SC clearance are eligible, dual nationality cannot be accepted for this role. Responsibilities: You will deputise for the Configuration Manager in times of absence and peak loading You will provide cover for the Configuration Administration tasks in times of absence and peak loading You will provide configuration support and guidance to the Cyber Security business You will take ownership of configuration management deliverables for specific projects: Supporting the setup of project baseline structures, master records index (MRI), concessions, change notes Contribute to the project change management plan Support projects with application of specific configuration management procedures necessary to the project delivery Generate configuration status reports and communicate findings to the project Conduct Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs) Conduct Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs) Contribute to change management boards You will work within the guidelines of ISO 9001 / 10007, DEF STAN 05-57, Clients top down Configuration Management Guidelines and project specific Configuration Management Plans You will maintain all relevant part number, drawing, document, concession, change, master records index (MRI), serial number and MAC Address registers Key Skills: Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Experience of documentation management Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Desirable Skills: CM2 Accreditation (training can be provided) Experience in a similar role within the defence sector An understanding of the product development lifecycle within electronic manufacturing HND / Good standard of education in a related discipline Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Service Desk Analyst The Opportunity Working for a large and modern public sector organisation, we are looking for a skilled Service Desk Analyst working within the ITSM function. The successful candidate will be supporting customers, resolving queries where possible and escalating issues to Level 2 when necessary. What the Service Desk Analyst will be doing As a Service Desk Analyst, you will be working within the IT Service Desk Team within the ITSM function, supporting customers, resolving queries where possible and escalating issues to Level 2 when necessary. As the first point of contact, a Service Desk Analyst must have excellent customer service skills and a broad general knowledge of IT systems and services. The role requires a good knowledge of IT Service Desk systems, protocols and procedures, along with an awareness of ITIL processes and best practices. A passion for IT and operational support, high motivation and a commitment to supporting stakeholders to the highest possible level are also essential qualities for this role. What the Service Desk Analyst will be responsible for Providing first line support and guidance to internal and external users for all IT related issues via telephone, email or in person and offering an immediate response or resolution wherever possible. Recording all incidents, problems, changes and requests on the Service Desk management system, prioritising as appropriate and allocating to the appropriate IT support area for investigation and resolution when necessary. System administrator for various IT systems and communicating system failures and maintenance outages as appropriate. Document all work to comply with standards, including reporting details of all hardware and software items that have been installed or removed so that configuration management records can be updated. Compilation and distribution of management information Routine maintenance and loan management of mobile devices such as iPhones and Microsoft Surfaces. Maintenance and improvement of knowledgebase information. What the Service Desk Analyst will bring to the team Essential skills: Practical experience of a modern IT Service Desk system, preferably Hornbill Service Manager, along with familiarity of recognised protocols and best practices Practical knowledge and experience of installing and configuring Windows desktop operating systems and account management Experience of using and supporting Microsoft Office applications Installation of conference room and training room equipment, including Video and Telephone Conferences for internal staff. Preparing conference suites and training rooms to connect to visitor equipment. Understanding of ITIL processes and best practices, along with hardware disposal procedures in compliance with ISO 27001 certification. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with business colleagues, senior managers and project managers or teams and work as part of a team to deliver technical solutions. Able to monitor own work against targets and act promptly to keep work on track and maintain performance. Here's what the Successful Service Desk Analyst will receive in return: A flexible working scheme which has no core hours and excellent opportunities for home, part-time and term-time working; A very generous pension scheme, with low employee contributions; Eligibility for special and office-wide bonus payments; Excellent development opportunities; Opportunities for secondments, both internal and external; Opportunities to join many civil-service clubs such as the Sports and Social Association, Motoring Club (CSMA), which provide numerous discounts to members Up for the challenge? If you think this vacancy sounds like you then please apply online or call Zoiya Saleem to discuss the role in confidence on 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 Infrastructure Engineer Solihull Up to £50,000 This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure to join an expanding financial service organisation based in Solihull. Their infrastructure is mostly Windows based & they operate a hybrid model with on-prem & cloud based (Azure) servers. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer this is what you'll be doing Monitoring & supportiinng the group Infrastructure. Taking a leading role in project work including cloud migrations etc. Workign closely with managment to assist on buisness decisions. Mentoring more junior team members. Ensuring all new initiatives adhere to best practices, audit and regulatory requirements. Installation, upgrades, maintenance, and configuration of hardware & software. The experience you'll need to bring to the team. Strong server administartion experience in Windows, on prem, virtualised & cloud hosted. Cloud - Azure prefered. Office 365 administartion. Scripting using PoweShell. Firewall experience - Checkpoint , Sonicwall, Meraki MX Networking experience LAN, WAN. Active Directory, Exchange & Group Policy. As a Service Desk Analyst this is what you'll get in return Salary up to 50k + Bonus 25 Days Holiday (Bank Holidays on top) Private Medical Insurance. Flexible / Remote working options Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Charles Woolcott at Yolk Recruitment. *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.* 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy