Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for hybrid roles in Leicester or Bexhill. The successful candidate will dive into insurance pricing, enhance data-driven decisions, and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate is experienced in Python, SQL, or R, able to tackle complex numerical problems, and enjoys a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.
03/07/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for hybrid roles in Leicester or Bexhill. The successful candidate will dive into insurance pricing, enhance data-driven decisions, and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate is experienced in Python, SQL, or R, able to tackle complex numerical problems, and enjoys a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.
Senior Data AnalystApplylocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 30, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: Senior Data Analyst - Leicester or Bexhill Hybrid Hastings Direct have a number of exciting opportunities for curious, creative and data-driven characters to dive into Insurance Pricing - identifying opportunities to improve how we assess risk to give a fairer price to our customers and thinking laterally about how we approach our work.However far we delve into the data, we feel it's important to keep sight of the bigger picture. We're looking for people who are comfortable and confident with numerical and statistical information, that are able to explain what they are seeing with a range of detail.We'd love it if you knew your way around an analytical programming environment, whether that be Python, SQL, R or any other language/toolkit that you use to solve problems, find solutions and provide actionable insight. How you'll make a difference: You will be at the forefront of developing and evolving sophisticated, segmented pricing across our insurance products. You'll be exploring a vast data landscape, with all the visibility, ownership and opportunity to see your work evolve into real business impact. Everything we do starts and ends with data, whether that be drawing insights, exploring new ways of how we use it or finding value to change it. You'll be collaborating with other areas of our Pricing Data & Analytics teams to bring new data sources to life. What we're looking for: You have experience using Python, SQL or R and have seen projects through from start to finish in a fast moving, data focussed environment. You're curious when it comes to data, and comfortable tackling numerical and statistical problems. You'll enjoy mentoring and developing talented Graduate & Junior Analysts. Our interview process involves: Screening call to explore your skills and experience Technical case study, followed by panel interview Regrettably, we're not in a position to offer visa sponsorship for these roles, either now or in the foreseeable future. As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:30/07/2026 About UsWould you like to learn more about how we value diversity and inclusion at Hastings Direct and what our rewards and benefits package looks like? Are you interested in how we engage with and support our local communities and the wonderful wellbeing programme you will have access to? Click here and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
03/07/2026
Full time
Senior Data AnalystApplylocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 30, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: Senior Data Analyst - Leicester or Bexhill Hybrid Hastings Direct have a number of exciting opportunities for curious, creative and data-driven characters to dive into Insurance Pricing - identifying opportunities to improve how we assess risk to give a fairer price to our customers and thinking laterally about how we approach our work.However far we delve into the data, we feel it's important to keep sight of the bigger picture. We're looking for people who are comfortable and confident with numerical and statistical information, that are able to explain what they are seeing with a range of detail.We'd love it if you knew your way around an analytical programming environment, whether that be Python, SQL, R or any other language/toolkit that you use to solve problems, find solutions and provide actionable insight. How you'll make a difference: You will be at the forefront of developing and evolving sophisticated, segmented pricing across our insurance products. You'll be exploring a vast data landscape, with all the visibility, ownership and opportunity to see your work evolve into real business impact. Everything we do starts and ends with data, whether that be drawing insights, exploring new ways of how we use it or finding value to change it. You'll be collaborating with other areas of our Pricing Data & Analytics teams to bring new data sources to life. What we're looking for: You have experience using Python, SQL or R and have seen projects through from start to finish in a fast moving, data focussed environment. You're curious when it comes to data, and comfortable tackling numerical and statistical problems. You'll enjoy mentoring and developing talented Graduate & Junior Analysts. Our interview process involves: Screening call to explore your skills and experience Technical case study, followed by panel interview Regrettably, we're not in a position to offer visa sponsorship for these roles, either now or in the foreseeable future. As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:30/07/2026 About UsWould you like to learn more about how we value diversity and inclusion at Hastings Direct and what our rewards and benefits package looks like? Are you interested in how we engage with and support our local communities and the wonderful wellbeing programme you will have access to? Click here and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for hybrid roles in Leicester or Bexhill. The successful candidate will dive into insurance pricing, enhance data-driven decisions, and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate is experienced in Python, SQL, or R, able to tackle complex numerical problems, and enjoys a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.
03/07/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for hybrid roles in Leicester or Bexhill. The successful candidate will dive into insurance pricing, enhance data-driven decisions, and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate is experienced in Python, SQL, or R, able to tackle complex numerical problems, and enjoys a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.
Senior Data AnalystApplylocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 30, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: Senior Data Analyst - Leicester or Bexhill Hybrid Hastings Direct have a number of exciting opportunities for curious, creative and data-driven characters to dive into Insurance Pricing - identifying opportunities to improve how we assess risk to give a fairer price to our customers and thinking laterally about how we approach our work.However far we delve into the data, we feel it's important to keep sight of the bigger picture. We're looking for people who are comfortable and confident with numerical and statistical information, that are able to explain what they are seeing with a range of detail.We'd love it if you knew your way around an analytical programming environment, whether that be Python, SQL, R or any other language/toolkit that you use to solve problems, find solutions and provide actionable insight. How you'll make a difference: You will be at the forefront of developing and evolving sophisticated, segmented pricing across our insurance products. You'll be exploring a vast data landscape, with all the visibility, ownership and opportunity to see your work evolve into real business impact. Everything we do starts and ends with data, whether that be drawing insights, exploring new ways of how we use it or finding value to change it. You'll be collaborating with other areas of our Pricing Data & Analytics teams to bring new data sources to life. What we're looking for: You have experience using Python, SQL or R and have seen projects through from start to finish in a fast moving, data focussed environment. You're curious when it comes to data, and comfortable tackling numerical and statistical problems. You'll enjoy mentoring and developing talented Graduate & Junior Analysts. Our interview process involves: Screening call to explore your skills and experience Technical case study, followed by panel interview Regrettably, we're not in a position to offer visa sponsorship for these roles, either now or in the foreseeable future. As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:30/07/2026 About UsWould you like to learn more about how we value diversity and inclusion at Hastings Direct and what our rewards and benefits package looks like? Are you interested in how we engage with and support our local communities and the wonderful wellbeing programme you will have access to? Click here and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
03/07/2026
Full time
Senior Data AnalystApplylocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 30, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: Senior Data Analyst - Leicester or Bexhill Hybrid Hastings Direct have a number of exciting opportunities for curious, creative and data-driven characters to dive into Insurance Pricing - identifying opportunities to improve how we assess risk to give a fairer price to our customers and thinking laterally about how we approach our work.However far we delve into the data, we feel it's important to keep sight of the bigger picture. We're looking for people who are comfortable and confident with numerical and statistical information, that are able to explain what they are seeing with a range of detail.We'd love it if you knew your way around an analytical programming environment, whether that be Python, SQL, R or any other language/toolkit that you use to solve problems, find solutions and provide actionable insight. How you'll make a difference: You will be at the forefront of developing and evolving sophisticated, segmented pricing across our insurance products. You'll be exploring a vast data landscape, with all the visibility, ownership and opportunity to see your work evolve into real business impact. Everything we do starts and ends with data, whether that be drawing insights, exploring new ways of how we use it or finding value to change it. You'll be collaborating with other areas of our Pricing Data & Analytics teams to bring new data sources to life. What we're looking for: You have experience using Python, SQL or R and have seen projects through from start to finish in a fast moving, data focussed environment. You're curious when it comes to data, and comfortable tackling numerical and statistical problems. You'll enjoy mentoring and developing talented Graduate & Junior Analysts. Our interview process involves: Screening call to explore your skills and experience Technical case study, followed by panel interview Regrettably, we're not in a position to offer visa sponsorship for these roles, either now or in the foreseeable future. As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:30/07/2026 About UsWould you like to learn more about how we value diversity and inclusion at Hastings Direct and what our rewards and benefits package looks like? Are you interested in how we engage with and support our local communities and the wonderful wellbeing programme you will have access to? Click here and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
Job Overview We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Our CIO team leads innovation, ensuring technology infrastructure supports our goals. We value a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Provide automation capabilities that support Scrum Teams to deliver on an Automation-Only approach, reducing the percentage of tests that cannot be automated by designing and implementing extensions or adjustments to the Automation Frameworks. Identify new opportunities to enhance or extend our test automation capabilities with new or updated tooling, supporting evaluation, decision making, implementation and maintenance of these tools. Manage the ongoing maintenance of the tooling to meet growing demand, increase performance and enable Scrum Teams to test early and often on a continuous basis. Provide capabilities to support the provision of timely and accurate Test Automation MI for all Scrum Teams, including quality measures where possible to support continuous improvement. Define, implement and maintain test automation best practices and drive proactive collaboration and engagement within Scrum Teams and the wider QA community through the Centre of Excellence, regular Brown Bag sessions and other means of engagement. Mentor direct reports, junior staff and new joiners to achieve necessary competencies for progression. Qualifications Proficient practical experience in a Testing Automation role. Extensive experience working in an agile environment. Transformational leadership skills - able to influence decision making and implement new tools, processes and procedures in support of the company's vision. Good mentoring skills to support direct reports in their development. Knowledge of at least one agile methodology (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe). Familiarity with backlog and test case management in a system of record such as Jira or Octane. Excellent knowledge of declarative Gherkin to capture business rules and run as automated tests with Cucumber. Strong coding skills to implement automated tests in Java, JavaScript, Typescript or C#. Comfortable with source control using GitHub. Skilled in user interface automation with Selenium and Selenium Grid, Playwright or Cypress. Experience implementing tests against APIs using code or tools such as SoapUI or Postman. Good understanding of continuous integration platforms such as AzureDevOps or Jenkins (or equivalent). Benefits Competitive salary and £5k car allowance. Flexible hybrid working - discuss details with recruiter. Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues eligible for annual 4Cs performance bonus. Physical wellbeing via private medical insurance and Islands' available for specialist care. Financial wellbeing: life assurance cover equivalent to 4x salary, income protection at no extra cost, matched pension contributions up to 10%, discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and financial wellbeing support. Mental wellbeing programme: thrive mental health app, colleague assistance programme (24/7), in house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated support team. 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy or sell a week. Health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year. Equal Opportunities Statement Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. We employ a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. We encourage applicants who require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to let us know.
02/07/2026
Full time
Job Overview We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Our CIO team leads innovation, ensuring technology infrastructure supports our goals. We value a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Provide automation capabilities that support Scrum Teams to deliver on an Automation-Only approach, reducing the percentage of tests that cannot be automated by designing and implementing extensions or adjustments to the Automation Frameworks. Identify new opportunities to enhance or extend our test automation capabilities with new or updated tooling, supporting evaluation, decision making, implementation and maintenance of these tools. Manage the ongoing maintenance of the tooling to meet growing demand, increase performance and enable Scrum Teams to test early and often on a continuous basis. Provide capabilities to support the provision of timely and accurate Test Automation MI for all Scrum Teams, including quality measures where possible to support continuous improvement. Define, implement and maintain test automation best practices and drive proactive collaboration and engagement within Scrum Teams and the wider QA community through the Centre of Excellence, regular Brown Bag sessions and other means of engagement. Mentor direct reports, junior staff and new joiners to achieve necessary competencies for progression. Qualifications Proficient practical experience in a Testing Automation role. Extensive experience working in an agile environment. Transformational leadership skills - able to influence decision making and implement new tools, processes and procedures in support of the company's vision. Good mentoring skills to support direct reports in their development. Knowledge of at least one agile methodology (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe). Familiarity with backlog and test case management in a system of record such as Jira or Octane. Excellent knowledge of declarative Gherkin to capture business rules and run as automated tests with Cucumber. Strong coding skills to implement automated tests in Java, JavaScript, Typescript or C#. Comfortable with source control using GitHub. Skilled in user interface automation with Selenium and Selenium Grid, Playwright or Cypress. Experience implementing tests against APIs using code or tools such as SoapUI or Postman. Good understanding of continuous integration platforms such as AzureDevOps or Jenkins (or equivalent). Benefits Competitive salary and £5k car allowance. Flexible hybrid working - discuss details with recruiter. Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues eligible for annual 4Cs performance bonus. Physical wellbeing via private medical insurance and Islands' available for specialist care. Financial wellbeing: life assurance cover equivalent to 4x salary, income protection at no extra cost, matched pension contributions up to 10%, discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and financial wellbeing support. Mental wellbeing programme: thrive mental health app, colleague assistance programme (24/7), in house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated support team. 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy or sell a week. Health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year. Equal Opportunities Statement Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. We employ a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. We encourage applicants who require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to let us know.
About the Role As a Microservices Developer within our CIO Technology Engineering team, you will design, build, and maintain scalable, secure and maintainable microservices based applications. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects and cross functional scrum teams, participate in agile ceremonies, review code and support junior developers. You will contribute to technical discussions, architectural decisions and community of practice sharing and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Java based microservices in a commercial environment. Apply engineering best practices and standards, ensuring code quality and performance. Collaborate with agile delivery teams, participate in sprint planning, daily stand ups, retrospectives and reviews. Mentor and support junior developers, promote good coding practices. Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues, taking ownership of deliverables. Share learnings through the community of practice, adopt new technologies to drive innovation. Required Skills and Experience Proven experience building Java microservices. Experience working on agile delivery teams with iterative development. Understanding of architectural principles and ability to contribute to technical discussions. Mentoring experience and promoting best practices. Strong problem solving and communication skills. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. Flexible and hybrid working - discuss days in office and at home. Annual performance bonus scheme. Health and wellbeing support, including medical cash plan. Pension contribution match up to 10%. Life assurance and income protection at no extra cost. Access to our community of practice and continuous learning opportunities. Location Hybrid working available from Bexhill or Leicester. Equal Opportunities & Diversity We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. We welcome reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
02/07/2026
Full time
About the Role As a Microservices Developer within our CIO Technology Engineering team, you will design, build, and maintain scalable, secure and maintainable microservices based applications. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects and cross functional scrum teams, participate in agile ceremonies, review code and support junior developers. You will contribute to technical discussions, architectural decisions and community of practice sharing and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Java based microservices in a commercial environment. Apply engineering best practices and standards, ensuring code quality and performance. Collaborate with agile delivery teams, participate in sprint planning, daily stand ups, retrospectives and reviews. Mentor and support junior developers, promote good coding practices. Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues, taking ownership of deliverables. Share learnings through the community of practice, adopt new technologies to drive innovation. Required Skills and Experience Proven experience building Java microservices. Experience working on agile delivery teams with iterative development. Understanding of architectural principles and ability to contribute to technical discussions. Mentoring experience and promoting best practices. Strong problem solving and communication skills. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience. Flexible and hybrid working - discuss days in office and at home. Annual performance bonus scheme. Health and wellbeing support, including medical cash plan. Pension contribution match up to 10%. Life assurance and income protection at no extra cost. Access to our community of practice and continuous learning opportunities. Location Hybrid working available from Bexhill or Leicester. Equal Opportunities & Diversity We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. We welcome reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
Hastings Direct is looking for a Microservices Developer to join their CIO Technology Engineering team in Bexhill-on-Sea. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable Java-based microservices in a commercial environment. You will collaborate with agile teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions while ensuring high code quality. This position offers flexible and hybrid working options, annual performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.
02/07/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is looking for a Microservices Developer to join their CIO Technology Engineering team in Bexhill-on-Sea. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable Java-based microservices in a commercial environment. You will collaborate with agile teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions while ensuring high code quality. This position offers flexible and hybrid working options, annual performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.
Hastings Direct is looking for a Product Manager - Telematics to lead product development aimed at enhancing customer experience and maintaining market leadership. The role involves driving marketing strategies, managing backlogs, and ensuring product value while collaborating closely with stakeholders. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a robust benefits package including medical insurance, a car allowance, and 27 days of annual leave.
01/07/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is looking for a Product Manager - Telematics to lead product development aimed at enhancing customer experience and maintaining market leadership. The role involves driving marketing strategies, managing backlogs, and ensuring product value while collaborating closely with stakeholders. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a robust benefits package including medical insurance, a car allowance, and 27 days of annual leave.
Hastings Direct is seeking a skilled Workday Solution Architect to lead the definition and implementation of our financial technology architecture on the Workday platform. In this pivotal role, you will design best practices and support project teams in delivering aligned solutions. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of insurance subledger accounting and Workday integrations, alongside a commitment to shaping our technology strategy. We offer a competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits.
30/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking a skilled Workday Solution Architect to lead the definition and implementation of our financial technology architecture on the Workday platform. In this pivotal role, you will design best practices and support project teams in delivering aligned solutions. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of insurance subledger accounting and Workday integrations, alongside a commitment to shaping our technology strategy. We offer a competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits.
As a Workday Solution Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial technology landscape on the Workday platform. Key Responsibilities Lead the definition of our target architecture, best practices, patterns and standards across the Workday platform. Work with project teams in designing and supporting the delivery of Workday solutions that align to our target architecture and support the successful implementation of all changes. Work closely with architects in the team to ensure Workday compliments and integrates across the wider technology landscape and strategy. Skills we would love you to have Understanding of insurance subledger accounting, data lineage, foundational data modelling, inc. Worktags and chart of accounts design. Experience in designing Workday integrations, using modern patterns and tooling. Knowledge of Workday reporting - Report Writer, Dashboards, Discovery Boards, Worksheets and Office Connect. Working knowledge across several of the following Workday Financials modules: PRISM / Accounting Centre, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Business Assets, Projects, Expenses. Benefits Competitive salary and £5k car allowance. Flexible hybrid working (hybrid flexibility). Competitive bonus scheme (annual 4Cs performance bonus). Private medical insurance (PMI). Life assurance cover, income protection, matched pension contributions up to 10%. Discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental wellbeing programme - thrive mental health app, CAF program 24/7, in house mental health first aiders, support groups. 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy/sell a week. Health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and more. Equal Opportunity Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.
30/06/2026
Full time
As a Workday Solution Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial technology landscape on the Workday platform. Key Responsibilities Lead the definition of our target architecture, best practices, patterns and standards across the Workday platform. Work with project teams in designing and supporting the delivery of Workday solutions that align to our target architecture and support the successful implementation of all changes. Work closely with architects in the team to ensure Workday compliments and integrates across the wider technology landscape and strategy. Skills we would love you to have Understanding of insurance subledger accounting, data lineage, foundational data modelling, inc. Worktags and chart of accounts design. Experience in designing Workday integrations, using modern patterns and tooling. Knowledge of Workday reporting - Report Writer, Dashboards, Discovery Boards, Worksheets and Office Connect. Working knowledge across several of the following Workday Financials modules: PRISM / Accounting Centre, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Business Assets, Projects, Expenses. Benefits Competitive salary and £5k car allowance. Flexible hybrid working (hybrid flexibility). Competitive bonus scheme (annual 4Cs performance bonus). Private medical insurance (PMI). Life assurance cover, income protection, matched pension contributions up to 10%. Discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental wellbeing programme - thrive mental health app, CAF program 24/7, in house mental health first aiders, support groups. 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy/sell a week. Health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and more. Equal Opportunity Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.
We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement. We provide insurance to nearly four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success. What the Role Involves As a .NET Developer with a passion for AI, you will play a key role within the Technology Engineering team in CIO by designing, building, and maintaining modern .NET applications while contributing to the organisation's growing AI capabilities. Your primary focus will be delivering robust, scalable .NET solutions, with opportunities to explore how emerging AI technologies can enhance our systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Design and maintain scalable, high availability applications using C#/.NET. Build RESTful APIs and microservices that integrate across the organisation. Work closely with business and product teams to understand requirements and deliver quality solutions. Support the integration of AI tools, components, and services into .NET applications. Help evaluate new technologies, including AI platforms and engineering tools. Participate in Communities of Practice and internal knowledge sharing sessions. Collaborate with Engineering and Platform teams to ensure data pipelines and infrastructure support .NET and AI workloads. Contribute to cultural initiatives that encourage engineering excellence, AI literacy, and innovation. What You'll Need to Succeed Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning - especially around emerging tech and AI. Self motivation and proactive ownership of delivery. Strong collaboration skills across engineering and product teams. A commitment to agile principles and automation first thinking. Clear communication and strong teamwork. Ability to model good engineering practices and support junior colleagues. Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail. Ability to build positive relationships across the organisation. Openness to feedback and adaptability to new technologies. Skills We Would Love You to Have Strong experience in C# and .NET (including .NET Core 8/10+). Proven background in building backend services, APIs, and microservices. Understanding of APIs, containers, and cloud services, with a focus on Azure. Experience with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices. Strong problem solving ability and willingness to learn. Experience working in agile environments and cross functional teams. Interest in AI technologies and emerging AI engineering practices. Desirable exposure to large language models (LLMs), generative AI, or Azure AI capabilities such as Azure OpenAI or Foundry. Familiarity with data engineering concepts, vector databases, or retrieval augmented generation (RAG). Familiarity with responsible AI principles and data privacy considerations. Experience in insurance, financial services, or other regulated sectors. Knowledge of additional Azure services such as Application Insights or App Configuration. Understanding of DevOps practices and automated testing frameworks (e.g., xUnit, Moq). Qualifications Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Benefits Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) + Bonus. Hybrid working - 1 day per week on-site (Leicester or Bexhill offices). Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, usually paid in March. Physical Wellbeing - We fund colleagues to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - We provide 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%. We call it the 4Cs - focus on the right balance for colleagues, customers, company, and community. Hastings Direct is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.
29/06/2026
Full time
We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement. We provide insurance to nearly four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success. What the Role Involves As a .NET Developer with a passion for AI, you will play a key role within the Technology Engineering team in CIO by designing, building, and maintaining modern .NET applications while contributing to the organisation's growing AI capabilities. Your primary focus will be delivering robust, scalable .NET solutions, with opportunities to explore how emerging AI technologies can enhance our systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Design and maintain scalable, high availability applications using C#/.NET. Build RESTful APIs and microservices that integrate across the organisation. Work closely with business and product teams to understand requirements and deliver quality solutions. Support the integration of AI tools, components, and services into .NET applications. Help evaluate new technologies, including AI platforms and engineering tools. Participate in Communities of Practice and internal knowledge sharing sessions. Collaborate with Engineering and Platform teams to ensure data pipelines and infrastructure support .NET and AI workloads. Contribute to cultural initiatives that encourage engineering excellence, AI literacy, and innovation. What You'll Need to Succeed Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning - especially around emerging tech and AI. Self motivation and proactive ownership of delivery. Strong collaboration skills across engineering and product teams. A commitment to agile principles and automation first thinking. Clear communication and strong teamwork. Ability to model good engineering practices and support junior colleagues. Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail. Ability to build positive relationships across the organisation. Openness to feedback and adaptability to new technologies. Skills We Would Love You to Have Strong experience in C# and .NET (including .NET Core 8/10+). Proven background in building backend services, APIs, and microservices. Understanding of APIs, containers, and cloud services, with a focus on Azure. Experience with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices. Strong problem solving ability and willingness to learn. Experience working in agile environments and cross functional teams. Interest in AI technologies and emerging AI engineering practices. Desirable exposure to large language models (LLMs), generative AI, or Azure AI capabilities such as Azure OpenAI or Foundry. Familiarity with data engineering concepts, vector databases, or retrieval augmented generation (RAG). Familiarity with responsible AI principles and data privacy considerations. Experience in insurance, financial services, or other regulated sectors. Knowledge of additional Azure services such as Application Insights or App Configuration. Understanding of DevOps practices and automated testing frameworks (e.g., xUnit, Moq). Qualifications Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Benefits Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) + Bonus. Hybrid working - 1 day per week on-site (Leicester or Bexhill offices). Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, usually paid in March. Physical Wellbeing - We fund colleagues to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - We provide 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%. We call it the 4Cs - focus on the right balance for colleagues, customers, company, and community. Hastings Direct is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.
Hastings Direct is seeking an Automation Lead to enhance our test automation capabilities. You will collaborate with Scrum Teams to ensure a robust Automation Framework and mentor junior staff in automation best practices. This role offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as a car allowance, flexible hybrid working options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. Join us in our mission to enhance our technology infrastructure!
29/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking an Automation Lead to enhance our test automation capabilities. You will collaborate with Scrum Teams to ensure a robust Automation Framework and mentor junior staff in automation best practices. This role offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as a car allowance, flexible hybrid working options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. Join us in our mission to enhance our technology infrastructure!
Hastings Direct is seeking a passionate .NET Developer to design, build, and maintain modern .NET applications focused on enhancing our AI capabilities. This role is key within our Technology Engineering team, where you'll deliver scalable solutions and work on exciting projects that improve customer engagement. Located in Bexhill, this hybrid position offers flexibility with one day per week on-site. Join us in our mission to innovate and shape the future of digital insurance while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.
29/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking a passionate .NET Developer to design, build, and maintain modern .NET applications focused on enhancing our AI capabilities. This role is key within our Technology Engineering team, where you'll deliver scalable solutions and work on exciting projects that improve customer engagement. Located in Bexhill, this hybrid position offers flexibility with one day per week on-site. Join us in our mission to innovate and shape the future of digital insurance while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.
Hastings Direct is looking for a Motor Claims Desktop Engineer to assess vehicle damage remotely in Leicester or Bexhill. This role involves validating repair estimates, negotiating with stakeholders, and maintaining clear communication throughout the claims process. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in vehicle damage assessment, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to provide technical guidance. The position supports flexible working with expectations for in-office presence once a month, offering a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary based on experience.
23/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is looking for a Motor Claims Desktop Engineer to assess vehicle damage remotely in Leicester or Bexhill. This role involves validating repair estimates, negotiating with stakeholders, and maintaining clear communication throughout the claims process. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in vehicle damage assessment, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to provide technical guidance. The position supports flexible working with expectations for in-office presence once a month, offering a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary based on experience.
Motor Claims Desktop Engineer page is loaded Motor Claims Desktop Engineerlocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Motor Claims Desktop Engineer Locations: Leicester/ Bexhill Hybrid - With the expectation to come into the office once a month. Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a companyWe provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. Job Role: A Motor Claims Desktop Engineer assesses vehicle damage remotely, reviewing repair estimates and ensuring that repair methods and costs are accurate, safe, and aligned with industry standards. Using recognised estimating tools, they validate repair routes, support repair-versus-total-loss decisions, and help manage overall claims cost and quality.The role works closely with repairers, claims handlers, and customers to provide clear technical guidance, negotiate where necessary, and monitor repair progress. By identifying inconsistencies and ensuring repairs follow best practice, the Desktop Engineer plays a key part in delivering a smooth, efficient, and technically robust claims journey. What you will be doing: Act as a dependable vehicle and engineering subject matter expert, supporting colleagues, customers, and contributing to knowledge sharing across the function. Review all vehicle damage repair estimates promptly and consistently, ensuring accuracy and appropriate repair methods. Investigate and challenge repair estimates and external engineering assessments where necessary to maintain strong cost control and achieve the best customer and commercial outcomes. Support, review, and carry out supplier audit actions when required, providing constructive feedback to strengthen performance and relationships. Maintain accurate and up to date information across all claims systems and supplier platforms in line with internal processes. Continuously develop engineering capability by identifying improvement opportunities, enhancing skills and processes, and maintaining relevant industry knowledge and processes. What skill you require: Act as a dependable vehicle and engineering subject matter expert, supporting colleagues, customers, and contributing to knowledge sharing across the function. Review all vehicle damage repair estimates promptly and consistently, ensuring accuracy and appropriate repair methods. Investigate and challenge repair estimates and external engineering assessments where necessary to maintain strong cost control and achieve the best customer and commercial outcomes. Support, review, and carry out supplier audit actions when required, providing constructive feedback to strengthen performance and relationships. Maintain accurate and up to date information across all claims systems and supplier platforms in line with internal processes. Continuously develop engineering capability by identifying improvement opportunities, enhancing skills and processes, and maintaining relevant industry knowledge and processes. The interview process: Our interview process involves the below: 30 min Screening call 1-hour virtual Interview What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Regrettably, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Reward Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serveHastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable
23/06/2026
Full time
Motor Claims Desktop Engineer page is loaded Motor Claims Desktop Engineerlocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Motor Claims Desktop Engineer Locations: Leicester/ Bexhill Hybrid - With the expectation to come into the office once a month. Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a companyWe provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. Job Role: A Motor Claims Desktop Engineer assesses vehicle damage remotely, reviewing repair estimates and ensuring that repair methods and costs are accurate, safe, and aligned with industry standards. Using recognised estimating tools, they validate repair routes, support repair-versus-total-loss decisions, and help manage overall claims cost and quality.The role works closely with repairers, claims handlers, and customers to provide clear technical guidance, negotiate where necessary, and monitor repair progress. By identifying inconsistencies and ensuring repairs follow best practice, the Desktop Engineer plays a key part in delivering a smooth, efficient, and technically robust claims journey. What you will be doing: Act as a dependable vehicle and engineering subject matter expert, supporting colleagues, customers, and contributing to knowledge sharing across the function. Review all vehicle damage repair estimates promptly and consistently, ensuring accuracy and appropriate repair methods. Investigate and challenge repair estimates and external engineering assessments where necessary to maintain strong cost control and achieve the best customer and commercial outcomes. Support, review, and carry out supplier audit actions when required, providing constructive feedback to strengthen performance and relationships. Maintain accurate and up to date information across all claims systems and supplier platforms in line with internal processes. Continuously develop engineering capability by identifying improvement opportunities, enhancing skills and processes, and maintaining relevant industry knowledge and processes. What skill you require: Act as a dependable vehicle and engineering subject matter expert, supporting colleagues, customers, and contributing to knowledge sharing across the function. Review all vehicle damage repair estimates promptly and consistently, ensuring accuracy and appropriate repair methods. Investigate and challenge repair estimates and external engineering assessments where necessary to maintain strong cost control and achieve the best customer and commercial outcomes. Support, review, and carry out supplier audit actions when required, providing constructive feedback to strengthen performance and relationships. Maintain accurate and up to date information across all claims systems and supplier platforms in line with internal processes. Continuously develop engineering capability by identifying improvement opportunities, enhancing skills and processes, and maintaining relevant industry knowledge and processes. The interview process: Our interview process involves the below: 30 min Screening call 1-hour virtual Interview What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Regrettably, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Reward Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serveHastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable
Hastings Direct is looking for a Junior Release Engineer to support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Azure Pipelines. The role involves collaborating with the development and QA teams and assisting with software releases, contributing to a culture of creativity and improvement. This position is flexible and offers a hybrid working approach with attractive benefits, including a performance bonus, private healthcare, and generous annual leave.
16/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is looking for a Junior Release Engineer to support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Azure Pipelines. The role involves collaborating with the development and QA teams and assisting with software releases, contributing to a culture of creativity and improvement. This position is flexible and offers a hybrid working approach with attractive benefits, including a performance bonus, private healthcare, and generous annual leave.
We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we have made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're proud of the journey we're on as a company. Job Details As a Junior Release Engineer you will support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines). Assist with deployments across development, test, and production environments. Collaborate with development and QA teams to deliver new features and releases. Help plan and execute software releases, including rollback processes. Monitor deployments and resolve environment related issues. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes. Skills we would love you to have Strong interest in DevOps and willingness to learn. Some experience in an IT, DevOps, or software environment (internship, placement, or junior role). Basic understanding of cloud platforms, ideally Azure. Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g. Azure Pipelines). Exposure to version control systems such as GitHub. Basic scripting skills (e.g. Bash, PowerShell, or similar). Understanding of web applications and software development fundamentals. Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset. We are unable to progress candidates that require sponsorship at this time. What we offer Attractive salary based on experience, with annual pay reviews. Flexible and hybrid working approach. Annual performance bonus scheme. Wellbeing programmes, including physical, financial and mental health support. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell a contracted week. Access to private healthcare, dental plans and discounted health assessments. Cycle to work scheme, tech scheme and discounted on site facilities. Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.
16/06/2026
Full time
We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we have made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're proud of the journey we're on as a company. Job Details As a Junior Release Engineer you will support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines). Assist with deployments across development, test, and production environments. Collaborate with development and QA teams to deliver new features and releases. Help plan and execute software releases, including rollback processes. Monitor deployments and resolve environment related issues. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes. Skills we would love you to have Strong interest in DevOps and willingness to learn. Some experience in an IT, DevOps, or software environment (internship, placement, or junior role). Basic understanding of cloud platforms, ideally Azure. Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g. Azure Pipelines). Exposure to version control systems such as GitHub. Basic scripting skills (e.g. Bash, PowerShell, or similar). Understanding of web applications and software development fundamentals. Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset. We are unable to progress candidates that require sponsorship at this time. What we offer Attractive salary based on experience, with annual pay reviews. Flexible and hybrid working approach. Annual performance bonus scheme. Wellbeing programmes, including physical, financial and mental health support. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell a contracted week. Access to private healthcare, dental plans and discounted health assessments. Cycle to work scheme, tech scheme and discounted on site facilities. Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.
Hastings Direct is looking for a Principal Security Engineer to lead security engineering and guide teams on best practices. The role requires extensive IT security experience in an agile environment, strong cloud security skills, and a passion for mentoring. The position offers a flexible hybrid working model, an attractive salary with additional benefits, and opportunities to grow in a forward-thinking digital insurance provider. Join us to help shape our technology landscape while ensuring customer trust and security.
13/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is looking for a Principal Security Engineer to lead security engineering and guide teams on best practices. The role requires extensive IT security experience in an agile environment, strong cloud security skills, and a passion for mentoring. The position offers a flexible hybrid working model, an attractive salary with additional benefits, and opportunities to grow in a forward-thinking digital insurance provider. Join us to help shape our technology landscape while ensuring customer trust and security.
Principal Security Engineer page is loaded Principal Security Engineerlocations: Bexhill: Leicestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting-edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.We provide insurance to nearly four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success. Job Details Promote a culture where we re-use more which allows us to optimise workflow efficiency and reduce duplication. Guide and coach teams on good security engineering practices and process improvements, helping to build capability and maturity across the organisation. Supports the team in delivering outcomes efficiently, by reducing manual execution. Ensure fast, reliable feedback loops are in place to enable fail-fast delivery and continuous improvement. Define and implement best practices and controls, ensuring adherence and enabling early detection of issues. Drive engagement and collaboration across Scrum Teams and the CIO community, leading the definition and adoption of best practices to enable faster, secure and more reliable delivery. Skills we would love you to have Extensive practical experience in IT Security working in an agile environment. Transformational leadership skills being able to influence decision making and implement new processes and procedures in support of the company's vision. Excellent mentoring skills to support direct reports in their ongoing development Proven experience in designing, implementing, and securing cloud environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure services. In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices, network security, identity and access management, encryption, and secure coding principles. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex security issues and develop effective solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Track record of successfully designing, building, and deploying scalable, secure, and highly available security infrastructures using Azure. Strong proficiency in leveraging data and advanced analytics to drive decision-making and continuously enhance security solutions. Tools & Technologies: Proficient knowledge of at least on agile methodology (eg Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)Familiar with backlog and test case management in a system of record such as Jira or Octane Expert knowledge using Cloud Technologies Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST) and experience implementing security controls to meet those requirements. Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and microservices architecture. Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and tools, enabling the seamless integration of security into the development process. Proficiency in Microsoft Defender security assessment tools, vulnerability scanning tools, and SIEM platforms. In-depth understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, including hands-on experience with Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Load Balancers, Applications Gateways, Proxies, M365, EDR, KQL. Expertise in utilizing Azure DevOps to drive efficient and collaborative development processes, including the development of security solutions and updates in code. Unfortunately, we are unable to progress with candidates that require sponsorship at this time What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Reward Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also
13/06/2026
Full time
Principal Security Engineer page is loaded Principal Security Engineerlocations: Bexhill: Leicestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting-edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.We provide insurance to nearly four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success. Job Details Promote a culture where we re-use more which allows us to optimise workflow efficiency and reduce duplication. Guide and coach teams on good security engineering practices and process improvements, helping to build capability and maturity across the organisation. Supports the team in delivering outcomes efficiently, by reducing manual execution. Ensure fast, reliable feedback loops are in place to enable fail-fast delivery and continuous improvement. Define and implement best practices and controls, ensuring adherence and enabling early detection of issues. Drive engagement and collaboration across Scrum Teams and the CIO community, leading the definition and adoption of best practices to enable faster, secure and more reliable delivery. Skills we would love you to have Extensive practical experience in IT Security working in an agile environment. Transformational leadership skills being able to influence decision making and implement new processes and procedures in support of the company's vision. Excellent mentoring skills to support direct reports in their ongoing development Proven experience in designing, implementing, and securing cloud environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure services. In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices, network security, identity and access management, encryption, and secure coding principles. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex security issues and develop effective solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Track record of successfully designing, building, and deploying scalable, secure, and highly available security infrastructures using Azure. Strong proficiency in leveraging data and advanced analytics to drive decision-making and continuously enhance security solutions. Tools & Technologies: Proficient knowledge of at least on agile methodology (eg Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)Familiar with backlog and test case management in a system of record such as Jira or Octane Expert knowledge using Cloud Technologies Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST) and experience implementing security controls to meet those requirements. Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and microservices architecture. Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and tools, enabling the seamless integration of security into the development process. Proficiency in Microsoft Defender security assessment tools, vulnerability scanning tools, and SIEM platforms. In-depth understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, including hands-on experience with Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Load Balancers, Applications Gateways, Proxies, M365, EDR, KQL. Expertise in utilizing Azure DevOps to drive efficient and collaborative development processes, including the development of security solutions and updates in code. Unfortunately, we are unable to progress with candidates that require sponsorship at this time What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. Reward Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also
Hastings Direct is seeking a Digital Developer (Front End) for a hybrid role based in Bexhill or Leicester. The position involves software development, testing, and collaboration within agile teams. Ideal candidates should have strong JavaScript and ReactJS skills, along with experience in developing enterprise-level applications. The role offers an attractive salary, flexible working, and a competitive bonus scheme, alongside a supportive workplace culture.
13/06/2026
Full time
Hastings Direct is seeking a Digital Developer (Front End) for a hybrid role based in Bexhill or Leicester. The position involves software development, testing, and collaboration within agile teams. Ideal candidates should have strong JavaScript and ReactJS skills, along with experience in developing enterprise-level applications. The role offers an attractive salary, flexible working, and a competitive bonus scheme, alongside a supportive workplace culture.
