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Database Administrator Up to £447.50 p/d (Inside IR35) 2 Days on site - Telford 6 months initially My client is a well-known consultancy seeking an database administrator. You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, availability, and security of our database environments while supporting critical business applications and services. Job Responsibilities: Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade database management systems. Monitor database performance and proactively resolve issues. Perform regular database backups and ensure recovery procedures are tested and effective. Implement and maintain database security controls and access management. Optimise database structures, indexing, and queries for maximum performance. Support high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Collaborate with development teams to improve application performance and database usage. Produce and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and standards. Support capacity planning and recommend future database improvements. Key Requirements: SC Clearence Proven experience as a Database Administrator or similar role. Strong experience with one or more of: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL Experience with database performance tuning and optimisation. Knowledge of backup, recovery, replication, and high-availability technologies. Understanding of database security, permissions, auditing, and compliance. Experience troubleshooting complex database issues. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Cloud database experience (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional or Microsoft certifications. Experience working within enterprise-scale environments What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new companyAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Service Delivery Manager to join a large, complex organisation undergoing significant technology and service transformation. This is a key leadership position responsible for delivering high-quality IT services that support business operations and drive an excellent end-user experience.Your new roleAs the Senior Service Delivery Manager, you will manage a team of 8 (including Service Desk and Field Engineers - including two team leads) and take ownership of improving operational processes, including ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met. You will initially be responsible for reviewing the current Service Desk team, agreeing an action plan to ensure a high-performing service desk function, as well as implementing and maintaining ITIL best practice.Longer term, the role will take ownership of continuous improvement and automation, as well as ensuring successful tech adoption across the business through the development and delivery of a long-term service model that is fit for purpose.The organisation is fully Azure based, so we are looking for someone who has previously worked for a large/ complex predominantly Cloud organisation and overseen a team through significant change. There are high expectations of the person coming into this role to hit the ground running and be able to quickly demonstrate a tangible action plan to improve processes and service delivery.A significant part of the role will involve managing services including Service Desk operations, desktop and laptop life cycle management, mobile device support, software asset management, telephony, printing and scanning services, and peripheral equipment support, supporting a multi-million pound budget.Working closely with business stakeholders, you will develop trusted relationships, understand operational requirements and ensure technology services continue to support organisational objectives effectively.What you'll need to succeedYou will have substantial experience in service ownership and the delivery of end-user workplace services, including service desk operations, device management, software licencing and IT support services.Experience managing IT services within outsourced, managed service or multi-vendor environments is essential, as is a strong understanding of IT Asset Management principles and best practice.You will possess strong knowledge of ITIL and SIAM methodologies and demonstrate experience across incident, problem and change management disciplines. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build effective relationships across technical and non-technical audiences are critical.You should be a proactive, service-focused leader with excellent communication, reporting and documentation skills, capable of driving continuous improvement and delivering measurable outcomes.What you'll get in returnSalary up to £% discretionary annual bonus, car allowance £5,900, travel allowance £2,870 pa, private medical BUPA, pension employer contributions up to 9%. The organisation have a hybrid working policy 2-3 days per week on site and have a sensible/ flexible approach to working from home, but they are keen this person maintain visibility across the team and wider business to ensure strong relationships are developed and maintained.This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping and improving technology services within a large and evolving organisation. You will have the chance to influence service strategy, lead talented teams and deliver meaningful improvements to the end-user experience while benefiting from a competitive rewards package and ongoing professional development opportunities.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.If this position is not quite right for you, but you are looking for a new opportunity, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

IASS Squad Architect Up to £626.50 p/d (Inside IR35) 2 Days on site - Telford 6 months initially My client is a well-known consultancy seeking an IASS Squad Architect. You'll play a key role in shaping technical solutions, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring architecture aligns with security, governance, and business requirements. Working closely with stakeholders, engineering teams, and delivery partners, you'll help deliver modern digital services that support millions of users. Job Responsibilities: Produce architecture designs that meet both technical and business requirements. Translate business needs into practical and scalable technical solutions. Create architecture documentation, diagrams, and design packs. Collaborate with product owners, developers, testers, and platform teams. Ensure solutions comply with security standards, governance, and architectural principles. Support delivery teams throughout build, testing, deployment, and operational phases. Participate in design reviews and provide technical assurance. Identify technical risks and constraints and support mitigation activities. Communicate architecture decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Key Requirements: SC Clearence Strong experience working as a Technical Architect, Solution Architect, or Application Architect. Hands-on Java development background. Strong knowledge of Spring Framework. Experience with OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), authentication, and authorisation technologies. Understanding of Identity & Access Management (IAM) principles. Experience designing secure, scalable backend solutions. Containerisation experience with Docker. Kubernetes experience in enterprise environments. Experience designing and supporting microservices and distributed systems. Strong understanding of integration patterns and API-based architectures. Experience producing architecture artefacts and technical documentation. Desirable Experience within Government Knowledge of secure access services. Experience working within Agile delivery teams. Familiarity with cloud-native platforms and modern engineering practices. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Software Engineering Tech Lead / Manager - Java, Javascript, ETL Up to £700 per day (Inside IR35) London / Hybrid (3 days per week on-site) This is a contract resource, so all candidates must come from a contracting background. My client is a high profile organisation who are recruiting for a Software Engineering Tech Lead / Manager with experience of leading, coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers. This role will oversee the Development and maintenance of Technology products, with deep technical expertise across a range of technologies (Java, Javascript and Azure / GCP for example) and a proven track record of delivery and building high performing Software Engineering teams. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Software Engineering Tech Lead / Manager in large, complex organisations A track record of building, leading, coaching and supporting high performing Software Engineering teams A hands-on background, with deep technical expertise across a range of technologies (Java, Javascript and Azure / GCP for example) including building distributed systems Ability to simplify complex data challenges in areas such as 'match and merge', and 'enhance-transform & load' (ETL) through tooling and navigating the inherent quality, scale, and dependency issues that come with large datasets Previous experience of designing Software architectures for scalability, reliability and performance Demonstrable experience of building a product from concept to prototype and implementation Proven knowledge and experience of Agile delivery processes Excellent stakeholder management skills, with stakeholders across the organisation including users, Product teams, technical and non-technical audiences, as well as senior management to describe and discuss Software Product features, technical designs, and Product strategy Exceptional communication skills Flexible approach towards hybrid working (3 days per week) Nice to have: Degree / Masters in Computer Science (or related field) Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem solving and complexity analysis Immediate availability Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company This company is an independent mutual with over 160 years of history serving communities across South Wales and the South West of England. They offer mortgages and savings built around their members' needs, combining personal service, local knowledge and responsible lending. As a mutual, they reinvest profits back into the Society to support their members, their people and the communities they serve. Your new role The Data Engineer will design, build, support and operate data pipelines and core data platform technologies within the organisation's Azure-based analytics and lake house environment. The role is hands-on and implementation-focused, working within established architectural patterns to deliver reliable, secure and well-governed data for analytics, Power BI reporting and regulated finance use cases. The role also includes responsibility for supporting and maintaining underlying data platform services, including Azure Databricks and Azure Synapse. Key Accountabilities Delivery of reliable, scalable and well-governed data pipelines that meet business and regulatory requirements Operational stability and performance of core data platform services including Azure Databricks and Azure Synapse Availability of trusted, high-quality Gold-layer datasets for analytics and Power BI reporting Adherence to data security, access control and governance standards within a regulated environment Effective resolution of data pipeline and platform incidents with clear root-cause understanding Maintenance of accurate documentation, lineage and operational run books to support ongoing platform support Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain data pipelines using Azure Databricks (Python, PySpark and SQL) Implement ingestion and transformation across Bronze, Silver and Gold layers using Delta Lake Support and operate Azure Databricks and Azure Synapse platforms, including performance monitoring and configuration Build Gold-layer datasets optimised for Power BI and analytics consumption Support production workloads, resolve incidents and maintain operational documentation Apply security, governance and access control standards suitable for a regulated environment Contribute to engineering standards, CI/CD pipelines and code reviews What you'll need to succeed Essential Proven experience as a Data Engineer Strong hands-on experience with AzureDatabricks, Python, PySpark and SQL Experience supporting Azure data platforms in production Understanding of medallion architecture and Delta Lake Desirable Experience with Azure Synapse Analytics Experience with Azure Data Factory Experience in financial services or regulated environments Dimensional modelling / star schema knowledge Databricks Certification What you'll get in return - Competitive Salary - Great Career Progression - Hybrid Working Policy - 2 days a week in the office (potentially 1) Benefits Package 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Holidays - Purchase extra annual leave (up to 5 days) Additional day's annual leave on birthday Contributory pension scheme - enrolment after 3rd month -3% employee contributions, 10% employer contributions 4 X life assurance Private healthcare scheme (after one year's service) Employee Assistance Programme Corporate uniform for branch staff Health and wellbeing benefits including flu jabs and eye tests Staff Socials 35 hour working week What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Software Engineering Manager - Java, Javascript, Cloud Up to £850 per day (Inside IR35) London / Hybrid (3 days onsite) 6 months This is a contract resource, so all candidates must come from a contracting background.My client is an instantly recognisable firm who are urgently recruiting for a Software Engineering Manager with experience of leading, coaching and managing large teams of Software Engineers. This role will oversee the Development teams of Engineers who are tasked with the Development and maintenance of Technology products.You will bring a passion for technology and deep technical expertise across a range of technologies (Java, Javascript and Azure / GCP for example) along with a proven track record of delivery and building high performing Software Engineering teams.Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Software Engineering Manager in large, complex environments Strong track record of leading teams of Software Engineers, and building high-performing teams Hands-on technical background across Java, Javascript and cloud (Azure / GCP), including distributed systems Experience in fast-paced, modern engineering environments Expertise in scalable architecture, reliability and performance Ability to navigate and simplify complex technical challenges Experience delivering consumer-facing products (frontend + backend awareness) Proven track record in driving engineering transformation Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Flexible approach to hybrid working and occasional travel to other sites Clear passion for technology, with ability to be hands-on if required Nice to have: Degree in Computer Science or related field Strong CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, problem solving) Immediate availability Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Infrastructure Analyst Liverpool or Manchester Hybrid Working Permanent Are you an experienced Infrastructure Analyst looking for an opportunity to work with modern technologies, contribute to major transformation projects, and play a key role in shaping an organisation's IT landscape?We're looking for an Infrastructure Analyst to join a high performing IT Operations team, supporting both project delivery and the ongoing development of a complex enterprise infrastructure environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role spanning infrastructure, cloud technologies, networking, and systems administration. What You'll Be Doing Supporting and developing enterprise infrastructure services across multiple locations Providing technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from design and implementation through to operational support Working closely with project teams to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure and application projects Maintaining infrastructure documentation, recovery procedures and system designs Supporting business continuity, disaster recovery and high-availability initiatives Monitoring, troubleshooting and optimising infrastructure performance Contributing to technology roadmaps and identifying opportunities to improve service delivery What We're Looking For Strong VMware administration and support experience Experience with Microsoft Azure, including Entra ID and cloud services Strong knowledge of Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Windows File Services expertise Solid networking and troubleshooting experience Understanding of Disaster Recovery and High Availability solutions Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to work across both project and operational environments In return, you will be rewarded with:- Hybrid working Annual bonus 25 days holiday plus additional leave benefits Private medical options Pension scheme Exposure to modern cloud, networking and infrastructure technologies A collaborative environment with genuine opportunities to develop your technical skills If you're looking for a role where you'll have exposure to cutting-edge technologies, ownership of technical delivery and the opportunity to influence infrastructure strategy, we'd love to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Linux IAM EngineerEdinburgh or GlasgowRelaxed Hybrid and Flexible Working Environment£58,281- £68,621 per annum + 28.97% employer contributory pension and 38 days annual holiday Introduction to the Role Hays' Cyber practice have partnered exclusively with Registers of Scotland (RoS) on the search for an experienced Linux IAM/PAM Engineer to lead on identity, authentication, and privileged access across their Linux estate, driving least-privilege access, improving automation, and strengthening security as they scale our cloud platforms.This is a high-impact role where you'll act as a trusted expert, working across security, infrastructure, and cloud teams to influence key decisions and protect critical services. Ideal for someone with deep Linux identity expertise who thrives on solving complex security challenges and driving real change. About the Organisation Registers of Scotland (RoS) manages 21 land, property and other legal registers which are a critical asset for the Scottish economy. They aim to provide the best public service for Scotland and are on a mission to make some of the oldest public land registers in the world into some of the most modern. You can get an idea of their mission and culture by viewing this short video: Registers of Scotland Promotional Video - youtube(.)com/watch?v=ku6olOJkSpU Registers of Scotland (RoS) is an award-winning organisation recognised for its technology and innovation. Registers of Scotland is a world-leading pioneer in land and property registration. Their full-stack teams design, architect, and build all our registration products in-house, and they work to create digital solutions for the people of Scotland. You will get an opportunity to nurture your creativity and develop with RoS through access to the latest data, software engineering and product delivery techniques. What the Role Entails As a senior Unix / Linux identity subject-matter expert, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Linux identity, authentication, and privileged access controls across Red Hat and Ubuntu platforms. You will play a key role in strengthening least-privilege access, integrating security tooling, and increasing automation maturity across the estate. In this role you will: Design, deploy, and manage Linux identity and authentication services across RHEL and Ubuntu estates, including Red Hat Identity Management (IdM). Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of Privileged Access Management (PAM) controls for Unix/Linux systems, including policy enforcement, just-in-time access, and least-privilege models. Deploy and integrate security controls to support vulnerability and threat management tooling within the Linux estate. Develop and maintain a standardised role-based access control (RBAC) approach for Linux systems. Support the design and delivery of secure, automated builds for RHEL 8 & 9. Develop and maintain automation using Python and shell scripting to support identity, access, and security operations. Create and maintain documentation, including architecture diagrams, operating procedures, and technical standards. Act as a senior technical escalation point for Linux identity and access-related incidents and complex issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Linux identity services with enterprise identity platforms, cloud services, and security tooling. Contribute to continuous improvement of disaster recovery readiness, supporting recovery time objectives of 2 hours and recovery point objectives of zero. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and colleagues across the wider cyber and infrastructure teams. What I'm Looking For Significant commercial experience in a senior Linux / Unix engineering or identity-focused role. Strong hands-on experience with RHEL 6/7/8/9 system administration. Experience implementing and managing Red Hat Identity Management (IdM). Strong automation and scripting capability using Python and shell scripting. Proven experience applying principles of least privilege, just-in-time access, and privileged access controls. Experience integrating Linux systems with enterprise identity, PAM, and security platforms. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and authentication flows. Strong documentation skills and experience producing maintainable, supportable designs. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Benefits Competitive salary package Pension contribution of 28.97% employer contribution Generous 38 days annual leave plus parental and special leave policies Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Strong focus on professional development and career progression Inclusive and supportive working culture Further information For further information relating to RoS, including: Additional details on pay & benefits The Civil Service Code Complaints process Use of AI in the application/recruitment process,Please view our additional information page online.ros.gov(.)uk/about/publications/governance-and-corporate/2026/recruitment-information Nationality and immigration status In general, only nationals from the following countries (and associations of countries) are eligible for employment in the Civil Service: the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and the Commonwealth. EU nationals (with settled or pre-settled status), certain EEA nationals, Swiss and Turkish nationals are also eligible for employment. Detailed provisions on determining eligibility on the grounds of nationality and, where relevant, immigration status can be reviewed here. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A major organisation operating within a complex, business-critical environment is seeking an experienced Cyber Essentials Plus Consultant to lead a significant remediation and certification programme. Following a recent review of the organisation's Cyber Essentials Plus readiness, a number of gaps have been identified that must be addressed before certification can be successfully achieved. The successful contractor will take ownership of the programme, driving remediation activity across technology teams and lead the organisation through to successful certification. This is a delivery-focused role requiring an individual who understands the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus process from end to end and can move beyond advisory recommendations to deliver tangible improvements. The Role: You will be responsible for assessing the current position, identifying gaps against Cyber Essentials Plus requirements and leading the remediation activity required to achieve certification. Working closely with technical and operational stakeholders, you will help improve security controls, challenge existing approaches and ensure regulatory and security requirements are embedded across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: Leading Cyber Essentials Plus readiness and remediation activities Taking ownership of the certification programme from planning through to assessment Conducting gap analysis against Cyber Essentials Plus requirements Developing and driving remediation plans across infrastructure, endpoint and operational teams Reviewing security controls, policies and technical configurations Advising on security frameworks, standards and best practice Managing stakeholders across technology, security and operational functions Tracking risks, dependencies and programme progress through to completion What We're Looking For Proven experience delivering Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus certification programmes Strong understanding of Cyber Essentials Plus requirements and assessment methodology Experience leading remediation initiatives and addressing audit or certification findings Good understanding of wider security frameworks and controls Technically minded with the ability to engage effectively with infrastructure, network, cloud and endpoint teams Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Comfortable operating in environments where security maturity is still developing Contract Details Outside IR35 Initial 6-month contract £350 - £450 per day Hybrid working North West England One-stage interview process Immediate start available This role will suit a Cyber Security Consultant, Cyber Essentials Consultant, Information Security Consultant or GRC professional who enjoys hands-on delivery and can drive change within a complex operational environment.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

(Project Manager - Digital & Transformation / Digital Project Manager / Project Manager) Your new company A job opportunity has arisen for a Digital and Transformation Project Manager to join a highly established and growing organisation in Swansea. This position will initially be a three-year fixed term contract position, with the possibility to become permanent after this initial period. The role offers excellent scope for career progression, an enhanced benefits package and a great working environment. You will join a growing and supportive organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, helping to deliver meaningful change for local communities. Your new role This is a key role that will require you to take responsibility for delivering complex digital and transformational projects, whilst liaising with several senior stakeholders.This is a standalone Project Manager role within this department, so you will take responsibility for ensuring all projects are delivered to time, budget and quality measurables.As a Project Manager, you will: Lead on the successful delivery of digital and transformation projects Manage project plans, project budgets, resources, risks, issues, and dependencies. Support business change activities Lead workshops, engagement sessions and liaise with several senior stakeholders Work closely with digital teams to ensure an integrated approach to technology and transformation What you'll need to succeed Proven Project Management experience If you have experience of delivering both Digital and Business Transformation projects, this would be an advantage although it is not essential Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation and organisational skills Proven experience of planning, managing, and delivering large-scale projects Knowledge of project management, governance, and/or business and continuous improvement Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft applications Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification (PRINCE2 or similar) would be an advantage although it is not essential What you'll get in return This position offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Excellent pension scheme, with high employer contributions 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service up to 34 days annual leave) Flexi-leave - option to build up to 13 days leave a year through flexi Staff discounts Flexible working arrangements and more What you need to do now If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company This is a nationally recognised health and research organisation using cutting-edge technology, data and digital platforms to support life-changing programmes with real-world societal impact. The organisation is investing heavily in modernising its Microsoft ecosystem to support operational and customer-facing services. Your new role You will be the technical lead and subject matter expert for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the wider Power Platform area. This is a hands-on engineering and development position where you will have ownership of solution design, development, implementation and ongoing platform evolution. You will work closely with product teams, architects, business stakeholders and third-party partners to deliver secure, scalable and maintainable solutions that support key organisational services and workflows. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience developing and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions. Strong Power Platform expertise including Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse. Experience developing custom components using PowerApps Component Framework (PCF). Strong JavaScript development skills. Experience with modern front-end technologies such as React, Angular or TypeScript. Experience building integrations, custom connectors and automation solutions. Strong understanding of Dynamics 365 architecture, security models and platform capabilities. Experience working with SharePoint Online and Power BI. Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Desirable experience Microsoft Power Platform or Dynamics 365 certifications, particularly PL-600. Experience operating within highly regulated or data-sensitive environments. Experience integrating Dynamics 365 with AWS-hosted services. Knowledge of enterprise-scale ALM and environment management practices. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to join an organisation delivering meaningful, mission-driven work through technology. You will have significant ownership of the Dynamics 365 platform, influence technical direction, work with senior stakeholders and contribute to projects that have genuine real-world impact. Other benefits include: Hybrid working arrangements. Generous annual leave allowance. Excellent pension contribution scheme. Ongoing investment in training, certifications and professional development. Flexible and family-friendly working policies. Health and wellbeing benefits. Employee recognition and reward programmes. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Leeds Manchester Birmingham Nottingham HybridWorking Shape the Future of Workday from Day One An established construction and property consultancy is embarking on a significant digital transformation programme and is seeking a WorkdaySystems Analyst to play a key role in the implementation and ongoing development of its Workday platform.This is a rare opportunity to join at the very beginning of a major Workday journey, helping to shape the design, configuration and adoption of both Workday HCM and Workday Financials across the organisation.Working closelywith HR, Finance, IT and external implementation partners, you'll contribute tothe successful rollout of a business-critical platform while developing into akey internal Workday subject matter expert. The Role As WorkdaySystems Analyst, you will support the implementation, configuration andoptimisation of Workday across Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financials.You will workclosely with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements,support system design and testing activities, and help ensure the successfuldelivery of the Workday programme. Keyresponsibilities include: Supporting the implementation of Workday HCM and Workday Financials Working with HR, Finance and IT teams to gather and translate business requirements Supporting systemconfiguration, business process design and testing Assisting with data migration, validation and data quality activities Developing and maintaining reports, dashboards and analytics Supporting security,governance and access control processes Working withimplementation partners on integrations and system enhancements Creating documentation and supporting user adoption initiatives Providing ongoing systemsupport and continuous improvement following go-live Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the user experience About You We're keen tospeak with individuals who enjoy solving business challenges through technologyand are excited by the opportunity to be part of a major systemsimplementation.You'll ideallyhave: Experience supporting, administering or implementing enterprise business systems Exposure to Workday or other HR, Finance or ERP platforms Strong understanding of HR, Financials or operational business processes Experience gathering and translating business requirements Strong analytical andproblem-solving skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities A proactive andcollaborative approach Desirable Experience Previous Workday experience Exposure to Workday HCM and Workday Financials Experience supportingsystem implementations or transformation programmes Reporting and analytics experience Data migration, testing or systems integration experience Workday certifications Why Apply? Join a major Workday implementation from the outset Opportunity to influence the design and future development of the platform Exposure to both Workday HCM and Workday Financials Work closely with seniorstakeholders and implementation specialists Excellent long-term career development opportunities Ongoing training and professional development Hybrid working environment Competitive salary and benefits package Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

£500 Per Day (Inside IR35)Based in Oxford, Hybrid Working - On site 3 days per week, 6 Month Contract with view to extend to 12 months and beyond! To Start ASAP Your new company We're supporting a prestigious, nationally significant scientific research organisation whose work drives some of the most advanced and ambitious projects in the UK. Operating at the forefront of innovation, they manage digital and data environments of exceptional scale and complexity. Their Microsoft 365 ecosystem is central to safeguarding sensitive research, enabling scientific collaboration and ensuring critical services run securely and efficiently. They are now strengthening their cloud security posture and are seeking expertise to guide, protect and evolve their Microsoft 365 capabilities. This is a setting where your skills will directly support work with real national impact. Your new role You will take the lead in shaping and securing a sophisticated Microsoft 365 estate within a high value research environment. Acting as the organisation's trusted specialist, you will oversee identity protection, access governance, cloud threat defence and compliance across Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Microsoft Defender, Purview and related services. You will be responsible for diagnosing complex issues, conducting deep investigations, remediating threats and ensuring that policies, configurations and controls remain robust and resilient. Your work will involve collaborating closely with cyber security, infrastructure, networking and service delivery teams, ensuring that new services and configurations are delivered securely and aligned with modern best practice. This role will require clarity of thought, technical depth and the confidence to operate autonomously. Your ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, document secure standards and bring structure to complex environments will be central to strengthening the organisation's security foundations. This is a role where your expertise will be felt across the organisation and where your decisions will help safeguard systems of national significance. What you'll need to succeed You will bring substantial hands on experience in Microsoft 365 security, with a deep understanding of identity protection, access control, threat detection and compliance You'll have operated in complex or hybrid environments and will be fully confident configuring, troubleshooting and enhancing services such as Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Defender, Purview and associated governance tools You'll be familiar with interpreting and responding to cloud security threats, managing incidents end to end, and advising stakeholders on how to maintain a strong security posture Experience with SIEM tooling, ideally Microsoft Sentinel, along with a strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, modern authentication and secure baseline configuration, will be highly valuable On a personal level, you'll be proactive, analytical and organised, balancing high technical standards with a clear, concise communication style You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, producing strong documentation and representing your expertise to both technical and non-technical audiences What you'll get in return You'll join an organisation where technology and security form the backbone of major scientific endeavours. You will work within a highly collaborative environment that values expertise, precision and forward thinking solutions. This role offers the opportunity to influence security strategy, shape the development of cloud security capabilities and contribute directly to work that delivers national and global impact. Your contribution will be recognised, your voice will be valued and your technical leadership will help strengthen a mission critical digital landscape. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Infrastructure Engineer (Azure) A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join its technology team, supporting and developing a modern Microsoft cloud and hybrid environment. The IT function delivers secure, resilient and high-performing services that underpin core operational and user-facing systems. This is a hands-on technical role with a strong focus on Azure, Microsoft 365 and identity platforms. Your New Role In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing support of Microsoft Azure infrastructure and related cloud services. You will contribute to the development of cloud and hybrid architecture, ensuring systems remain secure, available and scalable. Day-to-day responsibilities will include administration and optimisation of Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams and Entra ID, alongside ownership of modern endpoint management through Microsoft Intune, including Autopilot, compliance policies and device configuration. You will support hybrid identity across Active Directory and Entra ID, applying Conditional Access and Zero Trust principles, and play an active role in cloud migration and service modernisation initiatives. Security will be a core focus of the role, including patching, vulnerability remediation, Microsoft Defender tooling and the investigation and resolution of cloud and identity related security incidents. You will also contribute to back up, disaster recovery and business continuity planning, monitor platform performance and resilience, manage certificates and domains, and work closely with third party suppliers where required. The role includes producing clear technical documentation, contributing to infrastructure standards and policies, and providing senior level support for complex infrastructure issues. What You'll Need to Succeed To be successful, you will have strong hands-on experience designing and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure, including IaaS, networking, security and monitoring. You will have excellent knowledge of identity and access management using Active Directory and Entra ID, with experience administering Microsoft 365 and managing modern endpoints through Intune. A solid understanding of security best practice is essential, particularly around Conditional Access, Zero Trust and Microsoft Defender. You will have experience operating in hybrid environments and a good working knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes, alongside core networking concepts such as DNS, DHCP, firewalls and secure connectivity. PowerShell or automation skills will be advantageous, as will experience supporting high availability and performance optimisation in cloud platforms. Strong communication skills and experience operating at second or third line support level within an enterprise environment are also important. Microsoft certifications such as AZ 104 or AZ 500 would be beneficial, as would exposure to cloud migration programmes, infrastructure modernisation and working with security or compliance frameworks such as Cyber Essentials. What You'll Get in Return Starting salary of £50,000 (possibly some flexibility in salary for the right candidate), annual leave starting at 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays (including 3 days to be taken over the Christmas period). 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches, free or heavily discounted access to the organisations sports and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on modern technology, security and continuous improvement, providing genuine scope to develop your cloud and infrastructure expertise. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion about the position. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new infrastructure or cloud role, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays are now looking for a Lead Java Developer for one of our local clients: £377 p/d Outside IR35 3 days a week in Glasgow, rest is WFH 6 month+ contract The Lead Java Developer will have strong experience leading teams and delivering enterprise Java applications in Agile environments. What you'll be doing Leading a Java development team and working with Product Owners, BAs, Testers and other stakeholders Designing and delivering enterprise web applications and microservices Producing and contributing to solution and architecture designs Supporting CI/CD, performance optimisation and cloud deployments Driving best practice across development and delivery What we're looking for Java 8+ Spring Boot / Spring Framework Microservices and REST APIs JUnit 4/5 AWS Oracle and/or MongoDB Jenkins, Maven, CI/CD Git Agile/Scrum experience Client-facing experience Experience producing High Level Designs and architecture artefacts Performance monitoring tools (e.g. Glowroot, JProfiler) desirable Nice to have: React, Node.js, FreeMarker, Ruby, Gradle, Ansible, GoCD.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays are now looking for a Full Stack Developer for one of our local retail clients: Flexible Rate - Inside IR35 3 days a week onsite Location is Bury We're supporting a leading global footwear retailer as they build Marketplace and Conversion Optimisation squads to deliver improvements across their digital commerce platforms. We're looking for hands-on engineers who combine strong full stack technical expertise with product thinking, software craftsmanship and a passion for building customer-facing solutions. What you'll be doing Design, build and deploy scalable cloud-native applications across marketplace and ecommerce platforms Develop customer-facing features that improve conversion, customer experience and commercial outcomes Take features from discovery through to production Lead technical delivery through hands-on engineering and coding Build and maintain REST APIs, microservices and modern web applications Drive code quality, software craftsmanship and engineering best practices Mentor engineers through pairing, code reviews and day-to-day delivery Embed automated testing, security and quality throughout the development lifecycle Improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes and developer experience Design scalable, maintainable solutions and reduce technical debt Drive automation and continuous improvement across engineering teams Utilise AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity, code quality and troubleshooting What we're looking for Strong commercial full stack software engineering experience React and/or Next.js experience Node.js and TypeScript experience AWS cloud-native development experience REST APIs and microservices architecture CI/CD and modern software delivery practices Automated testing experience Experience delivering cloud-native digital products within Agile teams Strong understanding of modern engineering, DevOps and software development best practices Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers through hands-on delivery Ability to balance rapid delivery with long-term engineering quality Nice to have CommerceTools or similar composable commerce platforms Terraform or Infrastructure as Code GitHub Actions Docker and Kubernetes Event-driven architecture Monorepo environments Observability platforms Feature flag frameworks AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code or Gemini Code Assist If you are able to commute to Manchester/Bury 3 times a week and are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Development Solutions Lead (Hands-off, CoPilot, .Net)£60-80k + BenefitsWoking, 1 day per month Your new company I am partnered with a nationally recognised, purpose-driven organisation currently undergoing a significant technology transformation. The business has grown to over 1500 headcount in recent years, now taking the decision to bring Software Development projects in-house, so this is a critical time to be joining, offering the rare combination of meaningful work alongside long term career security and continuous investment in technology (including AI). Your new role You'll work alongside the Head of IT, taking ownership of their development strategy and roadmap. They are at the 'strategic review' point, so it's a largely hands-off role and will not be people/team managing initially. You will really be able make your stamp on the role working with stakeholders and C-Suite to articulate what changes need to be made (in this regard a good listener and speaking to non-technical staff is very important). The role requires someone to review their technical estate and to act in an advisory capacity as the future direction is not set in stone. It combines a number of different disciplines and for the right person will be really attractive.They have grown their IT team from 1 to 5 people in the last year and are looking at a number of strategic projects to modernise their technical estate: - There is a big push on automation, so helping with implementing Github / CoPilot into the business. - Working with their existing 3rd party suppliers to understand the existing bespoke internal funeral management system (built on .Net Core), deciding what to modernise, implementing SDLC best practices etc. - Integration projects around Dynamics 365, Power Platform and other Microsoft tools. - API work around a new payroll systemYou will work closely with both technical teams and senior business stakeholders to drive best practice across development standards, governance and delivery. Alongside this, you will play a key role in modernising the technology landscape, influencing platform decisions, supplier relationships and the overall direction of engineering within the business. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you'll bring a strong background in C# .NET/.NET Core but will have moved into an Architect / Consultancy / hands-off capacity. You will bring AI skills in production to the role, ideally implementing Microsoft CoPilot with Github and will have a broad knowledge of Microsoft systems such as Power Platform, Dynamics 365 etc. Just as importantly, you will have the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, combining technical depth with strong communication skills and the confidence to influence both technical and non technical audiences.Experience owning/modernising internal business systems in a professional services environment will be highly desirable. What you'll get in return You'll be joining a business where you can genuinely make an impact, with the autonomy to shape the technical direction while remaining close to delivery. The organisation offers a strong overall benefits package including a 10% bonus, a good remote hybrid balance and a supportive, values driven culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to step into a role where your work not only drives meaningful technical change but also contributes to a wider purpose. What you need to do now To find out more or to be considered for this position, please apply directly or get in touch with Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director for a confidential discussion using . Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

I am currently working with a London-based investment bank who are actively seeking a Senior Software Engineer to assist in the development of a business-critical data ingestion and search interface to simplify the onboarding of future applications. What you'll need to succeed : Proficiency in UI development with React. Extensive Python and PowerShell scripting experience. Strong experience building data pipelines, architectures, and datasets. Strong experience building processes to support data transformation, data structures and metadata Extensive big-data experience. Good experience with at least one object-orientated programming language. What you'll get in return : Up to £750pd Umbrella Initial 12-month contract with extensions London-based hybrid working What you need to do now :If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Ecommerce Front End Developer (React, GraphQL)Northampton (4 days onsite, Fridays from home)£40000 - £45000 + BenefitsNo visa sponsorship available Your new company I'm working with a market-leading manufacturing business within their niche that is investing heavily in its digital capability as part of a wider transformation programme.This is a company with a strong engineering heritage, now modernising how it engages customers through technology. Their core platform supports both B2B and B2C Ecommerce, making it a genuinely complex environment with real scale and variety in user journeys.You'll be joining at a point where they are bringing more capability in-house from third-party providers, giving you the opportunity to take ownership, influence technical direction and leave a visible mark on how their frontend estate evolves. Your new role This role is centred around building and owning the core Ecommerce website experience within a modern, headless architecture.You'll be developing in React, working with GraphQL APIs and integrating with Hygraph CMS, helping to deliver a fast, scalable and flexible frontend that supports a complex ecommerce environment.Beyond the tech, this role has strong visibility. You'll engage with internal stakeholders across the business, helping translate requirements into technical solutions. It's not just about building components. It's about shaping how the platform evolves.With the move away from agencies, you'll play a key role in establishing in-house capability. It's a genuine opportunity to take ownership and influence how things are done moving forward. What you'll need to succeed Strong React/TypeScript development experience (2+ years) Experience with or exposure to headless CMS platforms such as Hygraph Good understanding of GraphQL and modern data fetching approaches Understanding of PWA concepts and frontend performance optimisation Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage non-technical stakeholders Experience building B2B and B2C e-commerce websites is essential, interacting with a Magento back end ideally. AWS Cloud experience What you'll get in return The role offers free onsite parking, 25 days holiday, strong pension and various healthcare schemes. They work Friday's at home and flexible working hours to support a balanced lifestyle. They will also fund training and certifications to enhance your skill set. Visa Sponsorship is not available initially, but can be offered to those on dependent or PSW / Graduate Visas after 6 months. What you need to do now At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of modern architectures is transforming how businesses engage with their customers, and frontend engineers are at the centre of that change.To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Join a leading independent technology and services provider as an IT Support Analyst - L2 On-site. Job Overview: Role: IT Support Analyst - L2 On-site Location: Ipswich Contract: ASAP - 15th Feb'27 Pay Rates: Umbrella Rate: £19.33/hour (via a Hays approved umbrella company). PAYE Basic Rate: £14.90/hour Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Monday - Friday. Time: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Job purpose: The IT Support Analyst (L2) provides advanced on-site technology support to colleagues across customer office and contact centre environments. Acting as a senior "L2" resource, the role serves as the primary escalation point for complex user issues, technology incidents, workplace technology services, and operational support activities. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with service leadership, mentoring, and continuous improvement responsibilities to enhance colleague experience and ensure stable IT service delivery. Key Responsibilities End User Support - L2 Level Provide advanced walk-up, Tech Bar, floor-walking, and desk-side support for complex technology issues. Act as the primary escalation point for incidents unresolved by L1 analysts. Diagnose and resolve advanced desktop, laptop, mobile, collaboration, networking, and application issues. Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows, macOS, Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook, VPN, printing, authentication, and endpoint management issues. Perform root cause analysis for recurring user issues. Coordinate with resolver groups to expedite issue resolution. Deliver high levels of first-time fix and customer satisfaction. Train and provide technical guidance to L1 support resources. Serve as the single point of contact for local support. Create SOPs tailored to each location. Device Life cycle & Asset Management Contact Centre Technology Support Problem Management & Service Improvement Governance, Security & Compliance Skills & Experience 3-5 years' experience in on-site IT support, end-user computing, or workplace technology support. Strong troubleshooting experience across Windows, macOS, Microsoft 365, Teams, Intune, Outlook, VPN, networking, and endpoint technologies. Experience supporting Teams Meeting Rooms and collaboration technologies. Experience using ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platform. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience managing incidents and coordinating technical escalations. Excellent stakeholder management and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Also, just to advise that there may be a requirement for split-shift working hours. This is currently under review and may be introduced either before or after the appointment. How to Apply: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk