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Your new company This is a large, values-led multi-academy trust operating a diverse network of primary and secondary schools across communities in the North of England. With a strong commitment to inclusive education, they place collaboration, community engagement, and student wellbeing at the heart of everything they do. The trust supports thousands of pupils and staff across multiple sites, underpinned by a centralised service model that provides strategic and operational support across areas such as IT, estates, HR, and finance. Technology plays a vital role in enabling high-quality teaching and learning, and they are committed to maintaining reliable, secure, and forward-thinking digital infrastructure across all our schools. They foster a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional development, offering colleagues the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that positively impacts young people's lives. With a hub of schools based in the Staffordshire region, they are looking to expand their IT team with the appointment of a Mobile IT Engineer. Your new role This is a newly created role for a Mobile IT Engineer to join this well-established team, reporting to the Regional IT Manager and being responsible for supporting their Staffordshire schools. As Mobile IT Engineer, you will be responsible for providing expert IT support for hardware, software and cloud platforms, working closely with the wider IT team and ensuring a high level of IT service is provided to end users. This will involve driving the trust's cloud-first strategy, as well as supporting any upcoming IT projects which are focused on modernising the infrastructure, to overall have a positive impact on teaching and learning in the classroom. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this position, you will have recent IT Technician/IT Engineer/IT Support experience, ideally with experience working in an educational setting where you are face to face with end users. You will have a strong knowledge of systems and technologies in the educational sector, with experience working on Google being advantageous. Please note, as this is a mobile role, you must have your own vehicle and a valid UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive salary of between 31,000 and 33,600 dependent on experience and will be joining a well-established team where you will be fully supported. The organisation fosters a culture of development, evidenced by multiple internal promotions over the last few months, and you will therefore be given further training and support to encourage your career development. In addition, you will gain access to a local government pension scheme, receive 32 days holiday plus bank and also access to various lifestyle benefits such as retail discounts and gym membership discounts. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company A leading not-for-profit organisation based across the North West is seeking a talented Microsoft 365 Developer on a permanent basis to join during a period of digital transformation. As a Microsoft 365 Developer, you will support the delivery of digital solutions across the organisation using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. Working within a collaborative Business Systems team, you will design and build applications, automate workflows, and enhance productivity tools. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to impactful, user-focused solutions. Your new role Develop and maintain solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online Support integration of Microsoft 365 services (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive) with business applications Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with stakeholders Build and manage API integrations and custom connectors Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and accessibility standards Participate in testing, deployment, and documentation of solutions Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support Work alongside senior developers and analysts in an Agile environment Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new M365 capabilities What you'll need to succeed Experience developing with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Familiarity with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Power Fx, or HTML Understanding of APIs, data integration, and emerging tools such as AI Builder or Copilot Studio Awareness of M365 security, compliance, and data protection principles Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with stakeholders Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments What you'll get in return Hybrid working(2 days in the office per week) Salary negotiable on experience ( 42000- 46,000) 4 or 5 day weeks offered Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and additional service-related entitlement Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave policies Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym access and healthcare support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working and a supportive, forward-thinking environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Senior Java Developer to join a fast growing technology and transformation team delivering innovative, large-scale engineering solutions.This role sits at the intersection of technology, data, and AI, working on some of the UK's most ambitious digital programmes. You'll play a key role in designing and building modern, scalable applications that help organisations make smarter, data driven decisions.Collaborating within mature, cross-functional teams, working alongside engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to create impactful, future ready solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java based applications Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical input into architecture and system design Build secure, scalable RESTful APIs Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver solutions Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and security Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience in Java development (plus exposure to Kotlin or Scala) Deep understanding of OOP principles, SOLID design, and design patterns Hands on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC) Experience designing and securing RESTful APIs Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bit bucket Pipelines) Strong experience with Git and version control strategies Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Ability to monitor, diagnose, and improve application performance Strong understanding of secure coding practices Exposure to the following would be advantageous but not essential: - Messaging/streaming technologies (Kafka, SQS) Serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda) Monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace) ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate) API documentation tools (e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI) Test tools (Postman, Selenium, Axe) Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) In return, you will be rewarded with a market leading benefits package and ongoing career development in a flexible, hybrid working environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Platform Engineer to join a rapidly growing digital engineering team delivering cutting edge solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients.This is hands on applying your deep engineering and architectural expertise to design, build, and evolve scalable platform solutions that drive digital transformation within some of the UK's most exciting organisations. Collaborating closely with highly skilled, cross functional teams, you will work alongside engineers, architects, and product specialists to push boundaries and deliver impactful, high quality outcomes. Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical leadership and input into system and architecture design Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions. Write clean, well documented code and contribute to technical documentation Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues Continuously improve platform performance, security, and reliability Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation and adoption Communicate complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience designing and managing cloud native platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Hands-on expertise with services such as: Compute Engine, GKE (Kubernetes), Cloud Storage VPC networking, IAM, Cloud Functions Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build) Proficiency in scripting/programming (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) Experience with containerisation & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, and identity management Experience with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar) Strong Git/version control experience Exposure to the following skills is advantageous but not essential: - Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, on-premise). Exposure to service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet). Knowledge of site reliability engineering (SRE) principles and practices. Familiarity with GCP AI/ML services (AI Platform, AutoML). In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and a market leading benefits package in a flexible, hybrid working environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We are partnering with a leading international professional services organisation to recruit a Senior Delivery Manager for a key regional office in Liverpool. This is a high impact leadership role, working closely with senior executives to drive operational excellence, embed innovation, and support a high performing, collaborative workplace.You'll act as a trusted partner to senior leadership, translating strategy into operational delivery while leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance service quality, efficiency, and culture. This role sits at the heart of the office, connecting teams, improving processes, and ensuring a consistently high standard of business services. As our Senior Delivery Manager, you will:- Champion the implementation of AI tools and automation to improve workflows and efficiency Lead the day-to-day operational management of a large, multi-functional office environment Drive continuous improvement across business support services, ensuring consistency and scalability Act as a strategic and operational partner to senior leadership on performance, people, and change initiatives Lead and deliver cross-functional programmes and transformation initiatives Manage stakeholder relationships across senior leaders, functions, and external partners Own and oversee operational budgets and performance metrics Foster a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged office culture Represent the organisation within the local business and community network If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Significant leadership experience within professional services or complex operational environments Proven track record of delivering operational change and transformation programmes Strong ability to translate strategy into practical execution Experience leading and developing high performing teams Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and leadership teams Exposure to AI, automation, or technology-driven operational improvements Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career progression, an enviable benefits package and the opportunity to drive Ai and innovation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Data Analyst / Reporting Analyst Based in Leeds (2 days on site, 3 remote) 17.41 - 20.46 per hour (35 hours pw) IR35: In scope Duration: 3 months OverviewJoin a national programme improving the delivery of health and care research. You'll deliver data insights, reporting, and digital solutions to support decision-making across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Key Responsibilities Develop dashboards and reports (Qlik, Power BI or similar) Analyse and manipulate data using SQL Integrate data from multiple sources for strategic insight Support self-service analytics and reporting platforms Improve data quality and governance processes Respond to ad hoc data requests from stakeholders Create and maintain documentation (SOPs) Requirements Experience in a data/analytics role Strong SQL skills Experience with data visualisation tools Understanding of databases and data management Strong communication and stakeholder skills Desirable:Health, public sector, or research experience Why Apply? Work on a large-scale national transformation programme Deliver real-world impact through data Collaborative, multi-organisation environment Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Operational Resilience Manager Edinburgh or Glasgow Relaxed Hybrid and Flexible Working Environment 62,114 - 77,232 per annum + 28.94% employer contributory pension and 42 days annual holiday Introduction to the Role Hays' Cyber practice have partnered exclusively with Registers of Scotland (RoS) on the search for an experienced Senior Operational Resilience Manager to lead the development and embedding of operational resilience capability across a complex, digitally-driven public sector organisation. This is a high-impact role focused on ensuring critical services remain available and recoverable during disruption. You will work at a strategic level to shape resilience frameworks, influence senior stakeholders, and build a culture of preparedness. This is an opportunity to establish and drive a resilience function with significant organisational visibility and influence. About the Organisation Registers of Scotland (RoS) manages 21 land, property and other legal registers which are a critical asset for the Scottish economy. They aim to provide the best public service for Scotland and are on a mission to make some of the oldest public land registers in the world into some of the most modern. You can get an idea of their mission and culture by viewing this short video: Registers of Scotland Promotional Video - YouTube ww(w).(url removed) Registers of Scotland (RoS) is an award-winning organisation recognised for its technology and innovation. Registers of Scotland is a world-leading pioneer in land and property registration. Their full-stack teams design, architect, and build all our registration products in-house, and they work to create digital solutions for the people of Scotland. You will get an opportunity to nurture your creativity and develop with RoS through access to the latest data, software engineering and product delivery techniques. In this role you will Lead the development and delivery of an organisation-wide operational resilience strategy Identify, map, and manage business-critical services and their dependencies Own and maintain Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and service recovery playbooks, ensuring compliance with ISO 22301 and Scottish Government expectations Coordinate and deliver scenario testing and exercises (table-top, simulation, live), embedding lessons learned to strengthen service continuity. Establish and drive resilience governance forums and stakeholder engagement Collaborate across digital, cyber, risk, operations, and external partners to embed resilience practices Provide oversight of business continuity, disaster recovery, and service resilience planning Coordinate and deliver scenario testing (e.g. cyber incidents, supplier failures) and embed improvements Support or lead response activities during major incidents and drive post-incident reviews Produce reporting for senior leadership on resilience posture, risks, and performance Maintain resilience frameworks aligned to recognised standards and governance expectations Drive continuous improvement in resilience capability, supplier assurance, and recovery performance What I'm Looking For Significant experience in operational resilience, business continuity, or disaster recovery Experience aligning resilience, continuity, and recovery practices with relevant standards, including ISO 22301 and the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework. Proven ability to operate as a subject matter expert and influence senior stakeholders Experience in complex digital or cloud-based environments Demonstrated experience leading or supporting responses to major incidents Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capability Experience managing third-party or supply chain resilience and dependencies Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CBCI, MBCI, ISO standards) preferred Benefits Competitive salary package Pension contribution of 28.97% employer contribution 42 days annual leave Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Strong focus on professional development and career progression Inclusive and supportive working culture Opportunity to work in a highly impactful, strategic role shaping organisational resilience Further information For further information relating to RoS, including: Additional details on pay & benefits The Civil Service Code Complaints process Use of AI in the application/recruitment process, Please view our additional information page online: ww(w).(url removed) and immigration status In general, only nationals from the following countries (and associations of countries) are eligible for employment in the Civil Service: the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and the Commonwealth. EU nationals (with settled or pre-settled status), certain EEA nationals, Swiss and Turkish nationals are also eligible for employment. Detailed provisions on determining eligibility on the grounds of nationality and, where relevant, immigration status can be reviewed here. ww(w).(url removed) Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company This organisation is a well-established, values-driven education group operating a network of independent schools across England. With a strong reputation for academic excellence and innovation, they support a diverse community of staff and students across multiple sites, including locations in Sheffield, Nottingham, Norwich and Northampton. The schools blend a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach, placing a strong emphasis on digital transformation, modern learning environments, and high-quality support services, with technology playing a critical role in enabling teaching, learning, and operational efficiency across the organisation. The IT function underpins a geographically dispersed estate, providing robust infrastructure, responsive support, and ongoing improvements to systems and services and this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and evolving IT team, contributing to the delivery of reliable, secure, and user-focused technology solutions across a varied and dynamic educational landscape. Your new role As IT Operations Manager, you will take ownership of IT service delivery across a cluster of 4 schools, ensuring that infrastructure, systems and support services operate reliably, securely, and in line with organisational standards, also being responsible for a team of 8 across these sites. Working on a hybrid basis but also across multiple sites (including Sheffield, Nottingham, Norwich and Northampton), you will play a pivotal role in delivering consistent, high-quality IT services within a geographically distributed environment. You will act as the senior technical lead for your cluster, balancing operational oversight with strategic input and this includes driving forward IT planning, supporting digital transformation initiatives, and ensuring technology effectively underpins teaching, learning and day-to-day operations. This will include leading annual IT planning processes (including budgets), leading change in relation to infrastructure, acting as the technical escalation point, having responsibility for security and disaster recovery, as well as quality assurance and compliance. From an operational perspective, you will manage a team of 8 technicians and senior technicians, being responsible for their performance management and development, working closely with them around IT strategy and ensuring that the level of service remains high at each site. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in securing this position, you will be an experienced IT Manager from the education sector with both staff management experience, and a strong technical background. You will ideally have experience working in a multi-site role, however this isn't essential. You will have a passion for working in the education sector, providing a high level of technical support and a strong understanding of how this impacts teaching and learning in the classroom. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive salary of between 50,000 and 58,000 depending on experience, and receive an excellent benefits package. This package includes 30 days holiday (plus bank), access to an attractive pension scheme, access to a cycle to work and tech scheme and a free lunch each day when on site. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for an experienced leader from the education sector to move into a multi-site role, where you will receive CPD and significant development from the trust. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Hays are now looking for a Java Developer on a 12 month contract. The client requires all candidates to already hold SC Clearance and NPPV3. 428 Inside IR35 Mainly Remote (once a month in Bridgend or Reading) Candidates must hold current NPPV3 & SC Clearance 12 month contract Our client is building a team to support and maintain a critical national policing system used across the UK. This role focuses on Level 3 support, troubleshooting, and ongoing development of legacy Java-based applications in a highly collaborative environment.Working closely with Support, Platform, and DBA teams, you will play a key role in ensuring system stability, implementing enhancements, and resolving complex technical issues. What You'll Be Doing Provide Level 3 support for a business-critical national system Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve production issues Maintain, enhance, and support legacy Java-based applications Develop, refactor, and implement automated tests Design, build, and test Java and PL/SQL programs/scripts Work with Oracle databases, developing and supporting PL/SQL Integrate with auditing and monitoring/protective services Contribute to technical discussions and continuous improvement What We're Looking For At least 2/3 years' working experience with Java (Java SE 11+; experience with Java 8 also relevant) Experience working with legacy/monolithic applications Strong knowledge of Spring framework Experience with Oracle databases and PL/SQL development Familiarity with WebLogic (or similar application servers) Experience using JDBC/ODBC for database connectivity Exposure to EJB/JSP Experience with Elasticsearch (development/support) Proven testing experience for Java and PL/SQL applications If you currently hold the required security clearances (SC & NPPV3) and are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company You will be joining a high-profile public sector organisation undergoing significant digital transformation to modernise its core systems and services. With a strong focus on innovation, scalability, and data-driven decision-making, the organisation is investing heavily in its technology landscape to meet growing operational demands.This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a major enterprise programme within a secure, complex, and high-performing ICT environment, where your expertise will directly support critical services. Your new role As a Production Database Administrator (DBA), you will take on a lead technical role within a key transformation programme, responsible for the design, development, administration, and ongoing support of enterprise-level database systems. Key responsibilities include: Designing, building, testing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise database systems Acting as a lead DBA, providing expert technical guidance to stakeholders and project teams Optimising database performance through tuning and monitoring Developing and managing backup and recovery strategies Supporting live environments and ensuring service levels are maintained Maintaining database security, integrity, and compliance with data protection standards Producing technical documentation, specifications, and data standards Analysing and managing change requests with accurate effort estimation Supporting database tools and applications across their full life cycle You will work closely with technical teams and stakeholders, contributing to strategic decisions around database architecture and data services. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will bring: Essential skills and experience: Proven experience as a Production DBA / Database Administrator in enterprise environments Strong knowledge of relational database management systems and database design (logical and physical) Hands-on expertise with Oracle (10g or above) and strong SQL capability Experience in database performance tuning, backup, and recovery Demonstrated ability to deliver and support large-scale database systems Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills Ability to work independently and manage workloads in a structured project environment Desirable: Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and application server administration Exposure to ETL design and data architecture Knowledge of data protection and information security standards Experience working across complex, multi-site data environments Relevant certifications in Oracle or SQL Server technologies What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We're supporting a major programme seeking an experienced AWS Contact Centre Engineer to take ownership of an existing Amazon Connect environment while supporting a transition to a new contact centre platform. This is a hands-on contract role where you will play a critical part in stabilising live services, capturing technical knowledge, and ensuring a smooth platform transition.- Outside IR35 - Hybrid working 1-2 days per month on site - 3 - 6 Month contract The Role (Outside IR35) You will be responsible for maintaining and supporting a live Amazon Connect estate while leading a structured handover. Alongside BAU responsibilities, you will contribute to the transition into a new contact centre platform (CXone), ensuring continuity and a well-documented, supportable environment. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day support across Amazon Connect voice, email and chat channels Manage BAU activity, including incidents, defects, backlog and incomplete deliverables Take ownership of the platform through a structured handover and knowledge capture Produce and enhance technical documentation, including: Contact flows / IVR logic Routing and queue configuration Integration architecture Carry out hands-on engineering tasks including: Configuration changes Debugging and issue resolution System optimisation Support transition activity, including: Understanding current AWS configurations Mapping functionality to the target platform Supporting dual-running / coexistence where required Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS solution development Proven expertise in Amazon Connect, including: Contact flow and IVR development Queue and routing logic Multi-channel configuration (voice, email, chat) Solid experience in system design and architecture Strong troubleshooting and optimisation capability within live environments Experience working with APIs and integration patterns, including troubleshooting orchestration issues Familiarity with Terraform and working with Infrastructure as Code Exposure to LLM / conversational AI / chatbot configuration Technology Environment AWS Services Amazon Connect AWS Lambda EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB CloudWatch API Gateway Integration & Architecture REST APIs Event-driven architectures Service integration / orchestration Contact Centre IVR / contact flows Routing & queue management Agent configuration Automation Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) What We're Looking For A hands-on engineer, not just advisory Comfortable taking over partially documented or consultant-built solutions Strong experience balancing: Live service support Defect/backlog resolution Transition delivery Demonstrable expertise in: Technical documentation Knowledge transfer Handover execution Confident communicator across both technical and operational stakeholders What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Prestigious opportunity for a Systems Developer with strong Dynamics 365 & Power Platform expertise to join our IT team and help deliver innovative, business critical solutions. This role combines core software engineering with specialist D365 development, giving you the opportunity to shape systems that support both ongoing services and major transformation programmes.As a Systems Developer, you'll design, develop, and enhance IT systems that support business operations and change initiatives. You'll collaborate with analysts, architects, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, high quality solutions aligned to our IT strategy. You'll also play a key role in developing and supporting our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) platform and Power Platform capabilities. As one of our Systems Developers, you will work in a small team to:- Analyse business requirements and deliver technical designs, development, testing, and deployment Build and configure solutions across Dynamics 365 CE and Model-Driven Apps Develop custom components including: Plugins (C#), workflows, and integrations JavaScript client-side customisations Power Automate flows and automation solutions Configure Dataverse, including tables, forms, views, dashboards, and security Manage environments and deployments using Azure DevOps / CI-CD pipelines Collaborate with architects and delivery teams to ensure aligned, scalable solutions Perform code reviews, testing, and quality assurance across development activity Support live systems, troubleshooting issues and ensuring service stability If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Experience in software development across languages such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, SQL Hands-on experience with: Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) Power Platform (Power Automate, Dataverse) Strong understanding of: Model-driven apps and solution management Business rules, workflows, and automation Experience with Agile / DevOps delivery approaches Ability to analyse requirements and deliver high quality technical solutions In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training in addition to a flexible hybrid working environment and enviable benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Cyber Security Analyst Permanent - 42k - 48k + strong benefits Location: Hybrid - South Wales Your new company: I am looking to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst to join a leader in the utilities space. The business has been investing in their cyber security and IT estate and are continuing to grow and enhance their security posture. The company has a strong reputation, and we have placed numerous people into careers there, with strong feedback. The role responsibilities: This is an interesting opportunity where you will work with the cyber resilience team and assist with the Security Operations function, including EDR, SIEM, gathering security control framework evidence and general day-to-day assistance with security tasks. You will help deliver a strategy which will enhance the organisations security resilience, proactively contributing to mitigating threats, at a good time when the company are expanding and investing in their IT and cyber security estate. Key parts of the role: You will require knowledge and understanding of attack and exploitation techniques and adversarial TTP's. Help to provide resilience to our threat monitoring and response capabilities. Handle security incident response with internal teams and other third parties to ensure that the incident response life cycle is undertaken to a high standard. Monitor and respond to security incidents, alerts and breaches Monitor and track remediation to all identified vulnerabilities Monitor the risks using security tooling to carry out routine checks. Monitor and report on user behavioural analysis such as awareness training and social engineering campaigns. Stay informed about emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities. You will need: Good knowledge and understanding of SOC processes and procedures. Basic experience using SIEM systems such as MS Sentinel, LogRhythm, AlienVault, Splunk Good understanding of incident response stages and handling. Basic knowledge and experience using leading endpoint detection and threat management products and managing their operation. Good knowledge and awareness of global Information Security Standards, including ISO27k, CIS, CAF, NIST CSF. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance What you'll get in return: Salary of between 42k- 48k Hybrid working 2/3 days in South Wales per week Possible bonus 5% pension contribution from you, the company pays 10% Enhanced pay for parental leave And more! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Job Description: Title: Delivery Manager Location: Glasgow Working Arrangements: 3 Days On-site/week (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ Months Details: Responsible for managing relationships with clients for the entire application management for a portfolio of applications (must have) Responsible for building a large portfolio driving revenue within the assigned account scope by being the owner of the entire Opportunity Management cycle: Prospect -Evaluate-Propose-Close. (must have) Identifying business opportunities, Selling concepts to the client where required and influencing the client to give additional business based on demonstrated capability and past performance. (good to have) Conduct research as well as competitor analysis, as well as conducting client presentations, estimation efforts and proposals and negotiations. (must have) Client delivery assurance: Responsible for assuring the client of the commitment and driving the delivery process by working collaboratively with the Delivery managers in the Business Unit (must have) Create value and differentiated propositions/solutions in response to RFID/RFPs. Do client presentations, due diligence and transmitting activities in new engagements (good to have) Skills required: Has achieved proficiency in the Role of Programme Management - Level 7. Working in delivery management for 15 years. (must have) Experience of successfully running large and complex programmes with a labour value of 10m+ and a team size of over 100 (must-have value can be adjusted) Has managed at least 5 major programmes, including both applications and infrastructure for medium to large scale companies (in organisations with a turnover from 250M to 2Bn) (must-have value can be adjusted) Has shown the minimum of technical competencies and experience as described in the Atom PM Certification and received the Atoms PM Certification as Programme Manager (must have) Familiar with the KI NEXT delivery methodology and Atos BMS knowledge and process toolset (good to have) Has a proven record of realistic estimation and demonstrates financial/cost awareness along with the customer-facing and behavioural skills to take responsibility for large projects. (must have) Understanding of waterfall and Agile delivery methodologies (must have) Proven experience in shaping deals, providing strategic leadership and troubleshooting complex large programmes. (must have) Proven experience of successfully running cross-service programmes. (good to have) Proven strategic management, project management and leadership skills at the highest levels and in a wide variety of contexts.(must have) Proven management of third party suppliers (must have) Proven management of project monitoring, project control and project forecasting (must have) Understands and has demonstrated the use of methods and techniques for the assessment and management of risk. (must have) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We have an excellent contract job opportunity for a Senior Business System Analyst for one of our clients. Contract - 6 Months (with a high possibility to extend) Location - Glasgow Hybrid - 3 Days On-site Pay - Attractive Daily Rate (Outside IR35) Position Summary: "The role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the Glasgow office (must have) 10+ years of Business System Analyst experience, including 7+ years in technical environments. (must have) Demonstrated flexible approach to managing late requirements & scope changes. (must have) Ability to work with a wide range of business and technical stakeholders to identify interdependencies and facilitate change and develop Stakeholder Comms. (must have) Ability to identify non-functional requirements (e.g. security, release strategy etc) (must have) Can work closely with business stakeholders to deliver. (must have) Experience of using recognised business analysis tools (Microsoft Visio, Draw.IO, JIRA, Confluence etc) and techniques. (good to have - should be able to adapt quickly) Strong technical knowledge of APIs, system integrations, data mapping, SQL, PL/SQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, JSON, CSV and MuleSoft. (good to have) Experience working with data intensive, web services and cloud migration projects. (good to have) The role requires strong hands-on experience in data analysis, including working with diverse data sources (Oracle, SQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Excel, JSON, CSV), designing data flows and transformations, producing sequence diagrams, and documenting source-to-target mappings as part of HLDS creation. (must have) In-depth knowledge of the Student Loans Company (SLC) domain, including systems, operational processes, and capabilities. (good to have) In-depth knowledge of the UK Student loan system for PGNI (Postgraduate Loan Northern Ireland), PG (Postgraduate Loan), UG (Undergraduate Loan) for part-time and full-time. (good to have) Strong familiarity with the Student Loan System, including multi-product and multi-domicile configurations and interconnectivity dependency to other GOVs like HMPO DVA, HMRC etc. and its underlying technology stack. (good to have) Experience in Agile delivery environments using the SCRUM framework. (must have) Comfortable working in fast-paced settings with tight deadlines and changing priorities. (must have) Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product owners, developers, and testers. (must have) Hands on analyst who can work closely with developers to evolve workable solutions (must have) Can demonstrate persistence and tenacity in chasing stakeholders, tracking & closing down tasks. (must have) Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. (must have) Significant on-site client-facing experience is essential. (must have)" What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA) Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog. Support delivery in client environments including: Working within client governance frameworks Managing dependencies with external suppliers and systems Ensure Agile practices are adapted appropriately for regulated defence programmes, including supporting RADIO management from a Scrum Manager perspective. Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, burn-down, predictability), ensuring key milestones are tracked and updated on the Project plan. Coach teams and stakeholders in Agile best practices Facilitate collaboration across engineering, architecture, and security teams Support integration of COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) and bespoke applications / platforms into Agile delivery, ensuring reporting is taking place in accordance with project governance. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile delivery environments Strong hands-on experience with Jira Software (Epics, boards, workflows, reporting) Experience working within UK government projects Understanding of: Secure / deployed environments Air-gapped or restricted network constraints desirable Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFU or similar) Ability to manage delivery in high-compliance environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable Experience Experience working within client programmes Knowledge of Client XX Digital standards or delivery frameworks Experience integrating: Legacy systems Cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS-based solutions) Familiarity with DevSecOps practices in secure environments Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM, SAFU SM) Key Attributes Pragmatic Agile mindset (able to adapt Scrum to real-world constraints) Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills Resilient and comfortable working in complex, evolving environments Security-aware and compliance-conscious Proven ability to lead and support in teams Typical Environment Multidisciplinary Agile teams, including multidisciplinary teams: client, vendor, partner and 3rd parties. Highly regulated, security-conscious delivery setting Mix of modern cloud-native, bespoke applications and legacy/COTS systems Tooling centred around JIRA and collaborative platforms Security Requirements Eligibility client UK Security Clearance (SC) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We are partnering with a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing a significant transformation programme to appoint an Assistant Project Manager into their Finance function. This is a high-impact opportunity to support the delivery of a major, region-wide digital transformation programme, focused on implementing a new cloud-based system across Finance, HR, Procurement and associated functions. The Role Sitting within a Programme Management Office, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of a large-scale system implementation. Working closely with senior stakeholders and project leads, you will help drive governance, reporting, and coordination across multiple workstreams. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the delivery and implementation of a major finance and HR transformation programme Maintaining robust project governance, including risk, issue, and performance tracking Producing high-quality reports, plans, and project documentation Coordinating stakeholders across internal teams and external partners Monitoring project milestones, budgets, and resource allocation Supporting continuous improvement and ensuring alignment with organisational processes and standards About YouYou will bring a proven track record of supporting projects or programmes within a large, complex organisation. You will demonstrate: Experience in project or programme support/delivery within a large-scale environment Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Excellent organisational and analytical capability The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines A proactive, solutions-focused approach Experience working within transformation, systems implementation, or public sector environments will be highly advantageous. If you're interested, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV If this role isn't quite right, but you're exploring new opportunities, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

The RoleWe're looking for a SAS Viya 4 Architect to lead the design and delivery of cloud-based analytics platforms. You'll own end-to-end architecture, drive migrations from SAS 9.4/Viya 3.5, and shape modern, scalable solutions across AWS/Azure. What You'll Do Define and lead SAS architecture strategy and design Architect and deploy SAS Viya 4 (CAS, Studio, Visual Analytics, Model Studio) Design Kubernetes-based deployment patterns Lead migration and transformation to cloud-native solutions Drive DevOps, CI/CD, and automation best practices Engage senior stakeholders and ensure governance standards What You BringEssential: Strong SAS architecture experience, including Viya 4 Deep knowledge of SAS DI, Visual Analytics, Studio/EG Experience with AWS/Azure and Kubernetes Proven delivery of large-scale migration programmes Desirable: CI/CD and DevOps experience Integration with tools like Airflow, Snowflake, Databricks Experience in regulated/public sector environments What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Hays are now looking for a Databricks Consultant / SME for one of our local clients: Flexible rate - Outside IR35 1 day a week in Swindon, the rest is WFH Initial 6 month contract (extensions likely) We're seeking a highly experienced Databricks specialist who can confidently navigate the platform end-to-end, including leading migrations from legacy setups using DBFS-mounted tables and Hive Metastore. You'll bring strong AWS knowledge, hands-on experience working with S3 via Python, a solid understanding of data storage formats, and practical Python development expertise. What you'll be doing Lead the migration of Databricks assets (notebooks, jobs, clusters) from DBFS to Unity Catalog Define and implement a scalable, standardised migration approach across teams Support teams with ad-hoc Databricks issues related to migration and platform usage Optimise the Databricks environment for structure, access, and governance Automate infrastructure and deployments using Terraform and/or CloudFormation Build and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL and Databricks APIs Monitor platform performance using tools such as CloudWatch, Grafana, and Kibana Collaborate with engineering teams, stakeholders, and platform users What we're looking for Strong hands-on experience with Databricks in an AWS environment Proven experience with Unity Catalog and Databricks migrations Strong Python skills and experience working with Databricks APIs Solid understanding of data pipelines, SQL, and data platform architecture Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation) Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools (e.g. CloudWatch, Grafana, Kibana) Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Exposure to Databricks Apps or AI/ML workloads (nice to have) If you have previously led migrations to Unity Catalogue and you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or please send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company This high-performing further education provider is recognised as one of the leading colleges nationally, having achieved outstanding grades across all areas in consecutive Ofsted inspections under the latest Education Inspection Framework. The organisation is praised for its strong contribution to local skills development and for creating a supportive, aspirational learning environment. With a reputation for high-quality teaching and a culture of continuous improvement, staff are valued, well-supported, and committed to helping learners succeed. The college group serves over 6,500 full-time students, alongside a significant number of adult and higher education learners. It also delivers a substantial apprenticeship programme in partnership with hundreds of employers and is known for strong academic outcomes in its sixth form provision. Due to recent growth across the group, the IT Team are looking to bring in a Senior Systems Engineer to join their already well-established IT team in this newly created role. Your new role Reporting directly to the Head of IT, the Senior Systems Engineer will support the development, security and modernisation of a complex IT environment. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with strategic input, helping to shape cloud adoption, infrastructure improvements and long-term IT planning. You will lead key initiatives such as migrating legacy systems to Microsoft 365, enhancing cybersecurity, and supporting enterprise infrastructure and networking. Acting as a senior technical specialist, you will resolve complex issues while contributing to standards, best practice and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: Implementing and maintaining security across cloud and on-premise systems Leading migration to Microsoft 365 and modern workplace tools Supporting infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle management Troubleshooting complex, multi-site network issues Acting as an escalation point for technical challenges This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who enjoys modernising systems, influencing strategy, and delivering secure, scalable solutions. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this position, you must possess significant IT experience in either a Senior IT or Infrastructure role, working across both on-prem and cloud environments. You will have a strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 with migration experience, as well as Windows Server experience and, finally, HPE/Aruba networking experience. Please note, although this role is predominantly based at the Newcastle-under-Lyme site, you must drive and have access to your own vehicle as it will be based across multiple sites in the Staffordshire area. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a highly competitive salary of between 45,000 and 55,000 dependent on experience, as well as an excellent benefits package. This package will include 43 days holiday (including bank holidays, rising to 47 with service and access to an attractive local government pension scheme. In addition, you will also be entitled to a subsidised gym membership, health-related benefits, free parking, access to the on-site restaurant and various training and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)