Context Recruitment

IT Service Delivery Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions 80,000 - 90,000 A leading organisation undergoing rapid growth through acquisitions is seeking a high-calibre IT Service Delivery Manager to lead IT planning and integration for a fast-paced M&A programme with circa 10 acquisitions planned per year for the next four years. Reporting directly into the Head of IT, you'll oversee a team decided to the successful integration of all acquired businesses, driving seamless IT integration, data migration, service continuity and post-merger optimisation while collaborating with stakeholders across the business. This is a strategic, career-defining opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and is committed to long-term impact. Key Responsibilities Lead a specialist M&A IT team Own end-to-end IT delivery during acquisitions: due diligence to post-integration Assess target company IT environments, risks and compatibility Create and manage IT integration/separation plans, including TSAs and roadmaps Oversee data migration, infrastructure alignment and app rationalisation Ensure uninterrupted IT services and maintain high SLA performance Manage IT incidents, requests, changes and problems (ITIL framework) Act as key liaison between IT and stakeholders (Legal, HR, Finance, Ops) Coordinate with external vendors and manage service contracts Ensure regulatory, legal and cybersecurity compliance during transitions Capture lessons learned and improve playbooks for future M&A initiatives Support change management, onboarding and documentation across projects Requirements Extensive experience in IT service delivery/operations within M&A environments Strong grasp of ITIL practices and service management tools (e.g. ServiceNow) Experience with complex IT integrations, carve-outs and cloud migrations Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills PRINCE2 or equivalent project management expertise Knowledge of enterprise IT environments (Azure/AWS, networking, cybersecurity) Ideally ITIL v4 Intermediate+ certified Background in infrastructure, enterprise architecture or transformation will be highly favoured London based (initially 4 days per week onsite, dropping to 3 once passed probation)

Data Centre Operations Analyst - (24/7 Rotation) - Hounslow A leading Datacentre Provider in Hounslow are looking for a hands-on technical professional with a passion for infrastructure, data centre operations, and customer support. We are seeking a Data Centre Operations Analyst to support the delivery, operation, and management of client infrastructure across their state-of-the-art UK data centre facilities. You will play a key role in maintaining customer racks, coordinating data and power cabling, conducting hardware installs, and executing customer tasks in the data centre environment. This position involves both operational support and face-to-face customer interactions, so excellent communication and organisational skills are essential. You'll also work closely with cross-functional teams to uphold site standards and deliver high-quality service. Key Responsibilities: Provide on-site support to clients across their data centre locations Maintain records and ticketing systems to track tasks and updates Perform audits, cabling, decommissioning, media handling, and rack installations Assist in maintaining hosting infrastructure: power, cabling, patch panels, and rack configurations Ensure the cleanliness and operational readiness of the data centre environment Liaise with internal teams and customers to fulfil technical requests Offer assistance through the Service Desk as needed, managing calls and emails Adhere strictly to all security and compliance procedures Required Skills and Experience: Full clean UK driving license required Strong understanding of data cabling installation and management Comfortable handling customer data securely and professionally Familiarity with IT systems and hardware troubleshooting Experience using ticketing systems for workflow and task tracking Comfortable working rotating shifts, including nights and weekends Desirable Qualifications: Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE), Cisco (CCENT/CCNA), or ITIL V3 certifications Paying up 26k basic + Shift Allowance 33%. Total Package Circa 35k

Workday Systems Administrator London (4 days per week onsite / 1 day WFH) 65,000 - 75,000 PA DOE A well-established, rapidly expanding organisation (8-10 acquisitions likely to complete this year alone), undergoing a major HR systems transformation is seeking an experienced Workday Functional Consultant / Systems Admin. It is a critical position within the company's digital transformation and M&A strategy, focusing on the ongoing optimisation and development of Workday. This contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in configuring modules, workflows, business processes, reports, integrations as well as onboarding multiple newly acquired businesses onto the Workday platform. Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day administration, optimisation and continuous improvement of Workday Configure Workday templates, modules, business processes, reports and workflow Support M&A activities through the onboarding of new groups of employees into Workday Requirements Gathering and Analysis, collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate the into functional specifications. Collaborate closely with HR and IT stakeholders to define requirements and deliver appropriate solutions Ensure data accuracy and integrity across systems and integrations (e.g. Payroll, ERP) Provide training and support to HR end users and stakeholders Maintain strong vendor relationships and oversee third-party integrations Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards Requirements: Proven experience as a Workday Consultant or Sys Admin Deep understanding of Workday configuration (including templates, workflows and reporting) Ideally experience supporting Workday in environments involving M&A requiring onboarding of new businesses Solid grasp of HR processes and how they map to systems Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and strategically within an extremely fast-paced environment

Full Stack Python Developer - Data Engineering & AI Location: UK-wide - Remote based. Employment Type: Permanent Salary: 75,000 - 85,000 per annum, dependent on experience Context Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading IT Services provider to appoint a skilled Full Stack Python Developer with demonstrable experience in data engineering . This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative cloud and data-driven projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking technical environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, build and maintain full-stack applications using Python (Django, Flask or FastAPI) and modern JavaScript frameworks (such as React, Vue or Angular) Develop and optimise ETL pipelines , data workflows and API integrations Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure efficient data architecture and accessibility Work with relational and non-relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MongoDB) Contribute to deployment processes using Docker , CI/CD pipelines , and cloud platforms . Support container orchestration and microservices architecture using Kubernetes Participate in architectural discussions and promote best practices across the development lifecycle Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with strong proficiency in Python Solid understanding of data engineering principles , including ETL processes and data pipeline design Front-end development experience using JavaScript and associated frameworks Familiarity with cloud infrastructure , containerisation , and Kubernetes Must have a keen interest in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning , with a desire to contribute to data-driven innovation Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative approach to team-based development Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude towards learning and innovation Must be eligible to work in the UK. Paying between 75-85k, depending on experience.

Graduate Network Engineer Hybrid role - 2 days per week on site, 3 days WFH This is an exciting opportunity for a recent Computer Networking graduate to begin a career with a leading Managed Services Provider (MSP) that delivers Cloud, Connectivity, Unified Communications, and Collaboration services to enterprise-scale organisations and household-name clients. The company has grown rapidly through both acquisition and organic expansion, and they are now looking for a motivated graduate with a strong interest in networking and IT infrastructure to join their Network Support team. As part of an experienced and collaborative technical team, you will gain hands-on exposure to real-world networking environments, troubleshooting issues and developing a broad technical skill set. This is an excellent platform for career progression, with structured training and opportunities to advance into specialist roles. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality IT and network support to clients, ensuring service levels are met Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, escalating where required Maintain and update internal technical documentation Continuously build your knowledge across networking, cloud services, and IT systems Work closely with senior engineers to gain mentorship and experience in enterprise environments Requirements: A degree in Computer Networking, Network Engineering, or hold a relevant certification (CompTIA etc.) A basic knowledge/interest of Cisco networking fundamentals (routers, switches, firewalls) Strong communication skills and a passion for developing a technical career Salary & Benefits 30,000 - 36,000 DOE (inclusive of shift alowance) Hybrid working (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH) plus excellent benefits and a clear pathways for career progression into senior engineering and specialist roles Working Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-5:30pm, Fri 9am-3:30pm Alternative shift option: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am), with 1 day per week onsite (rest WFH) plus 20% shift allowance.