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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: Proven experience within the motor industry, with strong knowledge of bodywork and/or mechanical repair. ATA VDA accreditation (achieved or currently working towards) and AQP accreditation. Proficient in Audatex or GT Motive estimating systems, with hands-on experience essential. Strong IT capability, particularly with Microsoft Office applications. Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical reasoning, and a commitment to consistently delivering high-quality, ethical work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with prior telephone-based customer interaction desirable. The interview process: Our interview process involves the below: Screening call with the Recruitment team 1-hour virtual Interview with hiring leader 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 serve-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:and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing,

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Motor Claims Desktop Engineer to assess vehicle damage remotely while providing clear technical guidance and monitoring repairs. Candidates should possess extensive experience in the motor industry and knowledge of repair methods. The role requires strong IT capabilities and attention to detail. This position offers flexibility with hybrid working options and a competitive salary, alongside a range of industry-standard benefits to support employee wellbeing.

A leading digital insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Technical Product Owner to lead the delivery of change initiatives within agile teams. The role will involve shaping the product backlog and ensuring developments align with business strategy. Ideal candidates have experience in agile software development, particularly in Scrum or SAFe, and possess strong stakeholder management skills. Join us to contribute to our ambitious plans in a flexible, dynamic environment.

At Hastings Direct, storing your data securely is very important to us. Please see our Data Protection Statement and Job Application Terms & Conditions here for details on how your information will be stored. 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. 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 does the job look like? We offer a dynamic and varied work environment where no two days are the same. As part of our CIO IT team, you'll work on our core systems for policy administration and claims handling. Your responsibilities will include developing new features and functionality to meet evolving business needs, as well as implementing mandatory and regulatory changes, such as Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) updates and reporting requirements for regulatory bodies. You'll also be involved in integrating new suppliers and systems as we continue to enhance our workflows. Key aspects of the role include system and software design, coding, analysis, and regular communication with stakeholders. Additionally, you will receive training on working withGuidewire, a leading platform in the insurance industry, to support your development and ensure you're equipped to contribute effectively. Write and Modify software to agreed standards with direction from experienced team members Conducts testing and debugging of code, corrects errors, and re-test to achieve error-free results. Document work in accordance with agreed internal standard including UNIT test coverage and participate in review for own work Communicate effectively with the team, participate in scrum meetings, design reviews Demonstrable analysis and problem solving skills, adopting a rational and logical approach Use analysis and interpretation of relational databases to help in impact analysis and error identification Skills we would love you to have - 2+ years practical experience working as an IT Developer in an agile team, supporting and developing enterprise level applications. Experience of Java/ JVM/ Spring based languages Object oriented analysis and design Source Management software such as GitHub Knowledge of a Test driven approach including exposure to either TDD or BDD would be an advantage Experience of Springboot / Microservices Relational databases, SQL 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 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 a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 2.8 million customers in the UK, employing over 3,400 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. Learn more about If you enjoyed the video and would like to learn more about , check out our colleague stories

A digital insurance provider is seeking a Lead Quality Engineer to drive the technological transformation of testing across its pricing platforms. This role involves enhancing the quality and pace of delivery, utilizing automation and AI techniques, and managing a high-performing QA team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and a keen understanding of modern testing practices. This position is hybrid, based in the UK, offering competitive salary and benefits.

.NET Developer page is loaded .NET Developerlocations: 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. We're looking for a skilled .NET Developer with strong experience in C# and backend development to join our growing technology team. You'll be responsible for building scalable, maintainable solutions using .NET technologies and leveraging cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure . Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability applications using C#. Build RESTful Web APIs to facilitate communication between front-end and back-end systems. Implement Azure Functions for serverless computing solutions. Utilise Azure API Management (APIM) to create, document, and manage APIs in a secure and scalable environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions within the Hastings Direct infrastructure. Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews and deployment processes. Stay current with the latest .NET and Azure features to drive innovation within the company. Skills we would love you to have: Proficient in C# with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Hands-on experience developing and deploying applications using .NET Core / .NET 6+. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Understanding of the software development lifecycle and continuous improvement practices. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and tools such as Octane, Azure DevOps or similar platforms. Comfortable working in Visual Studio and related development tools. Desirable: Experience with other Azure services such as Azure Functions, Application Insights, App Configuration Knowledge of DevOps practices and Agile methodologies. Experience with unit testing frameworks such as xUnit, and mocking tools like Moq. Relevant Azure certifications 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 atHastings 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: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.

A leading digital insurance provider is looking for a skilled .NET Developer to join their team in Bexhill-on-Sea. The role involves designing and developing scalable applications using C#, focusing on cloud integration, particularly with Microsoft Azure. Ideal candidates should have strong backend development experience and a passion for innovative technology solutions. Flexible working arrangements and a competitive bonus scheme are offered.

A digital insurance provider is seeking an IT Developer to join its CIO team in Bexhill-on-Sea. The role involves developing features for policy administration and claims handling while supporting business needs and regulatory changes. Candidates should have experience in Java, agile teams, and relational databases. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and a strong bonus scheme.

Senior Test Automation Engineer page is loaded Senior Test Automation Engineerlocations: Bexhilltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 18, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: Job Title - Senior Test Automation EngineerWe'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 As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you will be part of the Technology Engineering team within CIO, overseeing, defining, implementing, executing and maintaining adequate test scenarios including end to end traceability to ensure timely, high quality, defect free delivery of outcomes to the production environments. Working in an agile environment, you will be assigned to Scrum Teams and collaborate extensively with the colleagues in your teams to identity acceptance criteria for both functional and non-functional requirements. By agreeing at which levels the testing should be executed and subsequently reviewing and mapping all tests into the system of record, you will be ensuring full traceability of tests. Using an Automation Only approach, you will aim to execute the majority of testing automatically and therefore allowing tests to be executed early and often in support of our Zero Defect culture and ensuring that all work items meet the Definition of Done once completed. To achieve this, you will be updating / supporting the update of the test automation framework where necessary. As the Senior Test Automation Engineer you will also be supporting and mentoring all junior colleagues and provide timely and accurate MI for your teams to Test Management. Working as an individual collaborator in your Scrum Teams alongside colleagues that cross multiple disciplines Driving active participation and ensuring all voices are being heard in sprint ceremonies and proactively sharing updates and blockers in daily standups, estimating and committing in sprint planning or helping your teams improve KPIs by providing input in sprint retrospectives Skills we would love you to have Essential Proven and substantial practical experience working in an Testing Automation role Extensive experience 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 Good mentoring skills to support direct reports in their ongoing development 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 Excellent knowledge using declarative Gherkin to capture business rules, run as automated tests with Cucumber Strong coding skills to implement automated tests in one or more of Java, JavaScript, Typescript, C# Comfortable with source control using GitHub Skilled in user interface automation with Selenium & Selenium Grid, Playwright or Cypress Ability to implement tests against API either in code or via tools such as SoapUI, Postman Good understanding and experience using continuous integration platforms such as AzureDevOps or Jenkins (or equivalent) Ability to manipulate, create and search for test data across databases using SQL Guidewire Insurance Suite Application Domains (one or more of): Customer facing web e-commerce sites Document templating and production systems Distributed n-tiered architectures Web services integration Service orientated / API architectures Operational reporting solutions 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 Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus 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, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - 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 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 .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.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.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

A leading digital insurance provider is looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer in Bexhill-on-Sea to oversee the implementation and execution of automated tests. The role includes collaborating within agile Scrum Teams, contributing to a Zero Defect culture, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have substantial experience in Test Automation, agile methodologies, and strong coding skills in relevant programming languages. This position offers flexible working and various employee benefits including a competitive salary and bonuses.

Senior Front Developer (Digital) page is loaded Senior Front Developer (Digital)locations: 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.This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Digital Developer to work across all aspects of the software development lifecycle; providing leadership, supporting and delivering high quality software changes across Hastings' systems and platforms. You will be responsible for working across all aspects of the software development lifecycle and operating within agile teams from application support and change functions.As a senior member of the team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our technical direction and supporting others to deliver high-quality solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Providing technical leadership, making informed decisions on behalf of the team, and effectively managing stakeholder expectations. Designing, building, and modifying complex software systems in line with agreed standards and best practices. Estimating engineering tasks and offering guidance to peers to ensure efficient delivery. Quickly and effectively debugging and testing complex code to maintain performance and reliability. Mentoring junior team members, offering support, sharing knowledge, and helping them grow in their roles. Skills we would love you to have: We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise and a passion for building high quality, user-centric web applications. Ideally, you'll bring: Hands on experience in an IT role supporting and developing enterprise-level, customer and employee-facing web applications. Expertise in JavaScript, with a strong focus on React JS, this is essential. UI/UX development experience, with a keen eye for design and usability. Extensive knowledge of front-end technologies including HTML/HTML5, XML, DHTML, CSS/CSS3, SASS, LESS, JavaScript, React JS, Redux, Flex, jQuery, JSON, Bootstrap. Strong proficiency in JavaScript fundamentals, including object models, DOM manipulation, event handling, data structures, algorithms, and JSX. Current experience with ReactJS workflows such as Flux, Redux, Create React App, and data structure libraries. Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and token-based authentication (e.g., JWT). Familiarity with popular frontend development tools such as Node, NPM, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and performance testing frameworks like Jest and React Testing Library. Experience with performance and memory tuning using relevant tools. 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 atHastings 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: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.

.NET Developer page is loaded .NET Developerlocations: 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. We're looking for a skilled .NET Developer with strong experience in C# and backend development to join our growing technology team. You'll be responsible for building scalable, maintainable solutions using .NET technologies and leveraging cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure . Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability applications using C#. Build RESTful Web APIs to facilitate communication between front-end and back-end systems. Implement Azure Functions for serverless computing solutions. Utilise Azure API Management (APIM) to create, document, and manage APIs in a secure and scalable environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions within the Hastings Direct infrastructure. Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews and deployment processes. Stay current with the latest .NET and Azure features to drive innovation within the company. Skills we would love you to have: Proficient in C# with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Hands-on experience developing and deploying applications using .NET Core / .NET 6+. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Understanding of the software development lifecycle and continuous improvement practices. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and tools such as Octane, Azure DevOps or similar platforms. Comfortable working in Visual Studio and related development tools. Desirable: Experience with other Azure services such as Azure Functions, Application Insights, App Configuration Knowledge of DevOps practices and Agile methodologies. Experience with unit testing frameworks such as xUnit, and mocking tools like Moq. Relevant Azure certifications 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 atHastings 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: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.

A leading digital insurance provider is looking for a skilled .NET Developer to join their team in Bexhill-on-Sea. The role involves designing and developing scalable applications using C#, focusing on cloud integration, particularly with Microsoft Azure. Ideal candidates should have strong backend development experience and a passion for innovative technology solutions. Flexible working arrangements and a competitive bonus scheme are offered.

Geospatial Data Scientist page is loaded Geospatial Data Scientistlocations: Leicester / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Job Title: Geospatial Data Scientist Location: Leicester / Bexhill - Hybrid Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with a clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UK market. As a company, we've made huge investments in our technology, pricing, data and analytics capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture and substantial investment in our people. And as a Finance team, we're doing exactly the same - building a market leading finance technology platform, investing in our team and our approach to leadership development, with a real focus on commercially adding value to the business.The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about . If you like what you see, we hope you'll consider joining our team.We have high standards and understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you're 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. Role The Geospatial Data Scientist will assist in the identification and creation of cutting-edge data assets and predictive models that feed into Hastings' market-leading pricing activities. This role is within a combined team of Actuaries and Data Scientists, who are committed to championing the adoption of the latest machine learning (ML) techniques to leverage powerful insights from vast amounts of customer & property information and augment traditional modelling techniques. Accountabilities Your remit will include the following: Engineering powerful new geography / spatial rating factors to be deployed into our home & motor pricing Develop best in-class models to predict risk and claims outcomes Identifying, analysing, and monetising new data sources relating to geography and properties Research and development of innovative proof of concept solutions to business problems Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential Predictive modelling experience Familiarity with geospatial data and geospatial analysis techniques Interest in emerging ML techniques and their commercial value Proficiency in Python Exposure to SQL Strong communication skills Ability to work cross-functionally with Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Actuaries and Pricing teams Desirable Insurance experience Experience working with remote sensing datasets Have used GitHub as a code collaboration tool Experience using a cloud platform Personal Attributes Natural problem solver who loves building quality solutions to complex real-world situations Dynamic, flexible and delivery-focused work ethic required to adapt to a fast-paced environment The interview process: Our interview process involves the below: Recruiter screening call Intro with Hiring manager Interview with hiring team - Case studyAs 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 Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - 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 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 .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. 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.If you are interested in any other positions at Hasting Direct - you can view our live vacancy list via our carers page. Link below: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: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.

A digital insurance provider is seeking a Geospatial Data Scientist to enhance pricing activities through advanced data modelling and analysis. The role involves engineering spatial rating factors and collaborating with diverse teams to leverage machine learning techniques. Applicants should have strong predictive modelling experience, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with geospatial data. This position offers a hybrid working environment, along with competitive benefits including flexible working, a bonus scheme, and a strong focus on mental wellbeing.

A leading insurance provider in the UK seeks a Senior ML Ops Engineer to enhance data science solutions and model deployment. This role supports the Pricing, Data and Analytics teams while fostering innovation and best practices in machine learning. The ideal candidate is skilled in Python, SQL, and cloud technologies, with a passion for data-driven approaches. This position offers opportunities for training, development, and a flexible working environment.

Senior ML Ops Engineer page is loaded Senior ML Ops Engineerlocations: London: Bexhill / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Job Title: Senior ML Ops Engineer Location: Bexhill/Leicester/London Welcome to Hastings Direct 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 pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. Senior ML Ops Engineer: As part ofHasting'songoingcommitment to Data Science&Modellingtopower our growth ambitions,weneed experienced people tohelp us deliverour objectives. This effort has the full support of the business, benefits from a state-of-the-art tech stack and inputs from the entire Pricing, Data and Analytics community at Hastings, and a network of data scientists and machine learning engineers across the Market Pricing team & beyond.To build upon the foundations and success of our Market Pricing team, we are looking for an experienced individual with strong programming skills and a passion for data to lead the ML Ops team.This role is key to advancing and maintaining our technical market price models, which are critical to the next phase of our commercial strategy. The Role: As a Senior ML Ops Engineer in the Market Pricing team, you will be reporting to the Head of Market Pricing, working closely with the Motor and Home Market Modelling teams, stakeholders across all Pricing teams, Data and ML Engineering teams.You will play a pivotal role in the deployment and maintenance of machine learning models and data science solutions to extract the crucial predictive insight that underpins our pricing strategies and helps maintain our competitive edge. You will provide strategic guidance and tooling to benefit the wider Pricing, Data and Analytics community and support data-driven innovation. How you will make a difference: Buildingreusable,maintainable,automated, and innovative processesand pipelines Stretching the team's capabilities in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and use of Cloud technologies. Working cross-functionally with the wider Pricing, Data and Analytics teams to develop the market pricing data landscape. Advocating for data science and software development best practices. Leading, supporting,and mentoringjuniorcolleagues Engaging commercial stakeholders to gather detailedbusinessrequirements and coordinating project activities. What we're looking for: Proven track record of delivering commercial value using supervised machine learning techniques. Advanced Python programmer, and experience with data manipulation and analysis libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn) Advanced knowledge of data science technologies including tooling and platforms. Advanced SQL knowledge. Advanced in Git. Ability to drive projects from initiation to completion. Keen interest in emerging Machine Learning techniques. Experience with Cloud deployments (e.g. Azure/AWS/GCP) Ability to work cross-functionallywithother technical teams Interview Process: Recruiter screening call1st Round - Intro call with Hiring manager2nd Round - Case study round followed by call with Hiring leader What we will give you: 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.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 careers website Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus 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, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - 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 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 .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. 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.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:and check out the what we offer tab to learn

Principal Test Automation Engineer page is loaded Principal Test Automation Engineerlocations: Leicester: Bexhilltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 18, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job 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 Provide automation capabilities that support the Scrum Teams to deliver on the Automation Only approach, reducing the percentage of tests that cannot be automated through designing and implementing extensions / adjustments to the Automation Frameworks. Identify new opportunities to enhance / extend our test automation capabilities with new and/or updated tooling, supporting the evaluation, decision making, implementation and maintenance of these tools. Managing the ongoing maintenance of the tooling to meet the growing demand, increasing performance and allowing the Scrum Teams 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, which includes quality measures where possible supporting 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 as well as regular Brown Bag sessions and other means of engagement. Mentoring all direct reports, junior staff, and new joiners to achieve the necessary competencies to progress. Skills we would love you to have Proficient practical experience working in a Testing Automation role Extensive experience working in an agile environment Transformational leadership skills being 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 ongoing development Tools & Technologies: Proficient knowledge of at least on agile methodology (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) Familiar with backlog and test case management in a system of record such as Jira or Octane Excellent knowledge using declarative Gherkin to capture business rules, run as automated tests with Cucumber Strong coding skills to implement automated tests in one or more of Java, JavaScript, Typescript, C# Comfortable with source control using GitHub Skilled in user interface automation with Selenium & Selenium Grid, Playwright or Cypress Ability to implement tests against API either in code or via tools such as SoapUI, Postman Good understanding and experience using continuous integration platforms such as AzureDevOps or Jenkins (or equivalent) 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 Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus 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, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - 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 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 .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.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.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:18/02/2026and 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,

You would be joining us on a journey to transform to cloud and cloud native services, to meet our ambitious growth strategy and power our relentless focus on our 4C's culture focusing on Customer, Community, Colleagues, Company. We want to deliver simple and straight forward journeys for our customers through technology and by doing the right thing. Cloud technologies and agile working practices are pivotal to Hastings technology transformation journey. In the Cloud Engineering team, we are passionate about creating new services that transform colleague and customer experience. Hastings Direct technology, culture and approach is changing to embrace true engineering and cloud first principles. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Security Engineer to join our growing team to deliver a strategic cloud platform on Azure. What will you do? Be the Lead Engineer for security solutions, ensuring they are implemented effectively in conjunction with the Cloud Engineering, Service, Platform & Technical Operations teams and 3rd parties Delivery of secure cloud services with hands-on technical design, implementation and management of core infrastructure & security platforms such as Azure Resources, Azure Active Directory and MMD. Working with Architecture to define cloud best practice and then design, build and test cloud native services that provide the appropriate guardrails for developers. Validate and ensure cloud solutions meet published enterprise security standards, are governed and delivered appropriately. What experience do you need? Proven track record of infrastructure / technical information security experience and to be seen as a subject matter expert for Cloud Security best practice. 5+ years hands-on security / infrastructure engineering experience of Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure, AWS, Network Protocols, PKI, proxies, access management, etc. 5+ years implementation experience of a wide range of security products such as access audit tools, IDS, IPS, DLP, Firewalls, End Point security, encryption, DDOS protection, etc. It would be desirable if you had: A related degree in subjects such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security or another related field is desirable Security certifications are highly desirable such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM Vendor certifications in Microsoft Azure, DevOps Tooling or Kubernetes are desirable Recent practical experience in API development and security and secure deployment and management in a cloud native environment. What we will give you; This a real opportunity to make the role your own, whilst making a difference in a fast-paced, flexible and delivery focussed environment. Some of the great benefits we will give you; Highly competitive basic salary £5k car allowance Up to 10% bonus earning potential Pension 1:1 match up to 10% 27 days holiday and bank holidays (plus buy and sell up to 5 days) Discounted Hastings Direct products 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.

We are looking to hire a Software Developer with a strong background in C# .NET to take a key role in creating full-stack applications largely focused on automation. Interfacing within a team and the wider business, this role requires a well-rounded developer with a range of software engineering and interpersonal skills. About the role Communicate effectively to the Product Change and Underwriting t...... click apply for full job details