Oliver James

Duck Creek Reinsurance (DCR) Technical Lead Purpose: Lead the technical design, configuration, and integration of the Duck Creek Reinsurance platform, ensuring it serves as a robust, extensible sub-ledger and calculation engine within our reinsurance ecosystem. Core Responsibilities: Own technical delivery of DCR across environments. Collaborate with Business Analysts, Data, and Finance teams to design interfaces, workflows, and automation patterns. Troubleshoot configuration issues, lead defect triage, and ensure system reliability. Partner with Duck Creek and internal tech teams to align DCR with the transformation roadmap. Mentor internal teams to build sustainable DCR expertise. Manage vendor relationships to drive value, resilience, and innovation. Develop and integrate AI-driven applications to enhance platform capabilities. Align modernization plans with enterprise goals through application lifecycle roadmaps. Candidate Profile: Deep technical expertise in Duck Creek Reinsurance. Strong understanding of reinsurance accounting, sub-ledger design, and system integration. Calm, methodical, and disciplined in resolving complex issues under pressure. Excellent communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Delivery-focused, comfortable in a global matrix structure. Experience / Skills: Experience in insurance/reinsurance system implementation, preferably with Duck Creek. Experience integrating DCR with financial systems (e.g., D365, Tagetik, Snowflake). Proficient in REST APIs, SQL, data mapping, and interface monitoring. Proven vendor and team management skills. Familiarity with modern development, QA, and release practices.

IT Systems Analyst - Microsoft / Azure / Security - London Contract 4 Days Onsite Outside IR35 Up to £500/day We're working with a fast-growing London Market insurance business who are looking for a hands-on IT Systems Analyst to be their lead on-site IT resource. This is a high-impact role where you'll take ownership of IT support, security, vendor management, and key projects, including office openings and moves . What you'll do: Act as the main on-site IT contact, providing support across Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, Defender, Entra ID, and Purview . Manage MSPs and technology vendors , ensuring SLAs are met and issues resolved quickly. Support InfoSec, compliance, and security initiatives , including phishing campaigns and security awareness training. Play a leading role in office openings and moves , including the new Belgium office. Document IT procedures and collaborate across teams to implement new technology securely and efficiently. What we're looking for: 5+ years' experience in IT/Systems Administration , ideally within insurance or financial services . Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft cloud and security platforms . Experience managing vendors and working autonomously . Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving skills . A proactive, hands-on approach-you'll be the go-to IT person on-site. Location: London - 4 days per week onsite Type: Contract, Outside IR35 Rate: Up to £500/day If you're ready to take ownership of IT in a growing, tech-driven business and work on exciting projects from day one, send your CV to with the subject: "IT Systems Analyst - Apply."

Lead Development Specialist - Hybrid Manchester Location : Manchester - 3 Days in the office Per Week Salary : £80,000 About the Role As part of a strategic shift from vendor dependency to in-house development, we are seeking a Lead Development Specialist to take technical ownership of core financial systems. You will technically lead a small but growing team, bringing critical applications and integrations back in-house and driving modernisation across SQL Server, SSIS, and C solutions. This role sits within the Core Finance Development team, focusing on data integration, automation, and reporting across financial and insurance systems. You will work closely with the enterprise architect and architecture team to ensure robust design and delivery of scalable, high-performing systems. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across development, integration, and analysis functions. Lead Technically and mentor a team of 4 (1 BA, 3 Developers) and support their ongoing development. Own and enhance in-house financial and insurance data systems, previously supported by vendors. Design, develop, and maintain C# and SQL Server solutions. Develop and optimise SSIS and SSAS packages for data warehousing and reporting. Support data integration across multiple systems including cash management and automated payment systems. Ensure documentation and best practices for databases and integration flows. Collaborate with architecture, data analytics, and finance teams to align on data strategy. Extend and maintain existing products through BAU while supporting new project delivery. Drive adoption of new tools and technologies to enhance team efficiency and data quality. Skills & Experience Strong background in software development and technical leadership. Expertise in C#, .Net, SQL Server, SSIS, and SSAS. Experience in data integration, ETL development, and data warehouse environments. Previous exposure to financial or insurance systems highly desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to trace data flow and resolve issues. Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating across architecture and business teams. Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams. Nice to Have Experience transitioning systems from vendor-managed to in-house. Familiarity with SAS or other data analytics products. Background in cash management or automated payment systems. If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" OR Email

Business Analyst - Hybrid Working Model (1 day in the office a week) Overview: We're looking for an experienced Business Analyst ready to hit the ground running for a global leading Insurtech business. Join now if you want to be a part of a major transformation project, which will reshape how motor claims are handled in the insurance world and make a massive impact on the industry as a whole. The role: Are you a proven Business Analyst ready to step up in a massive transformation project? This position will allow you to use all your motor insurance and claims journey knowledge throughout an exciting transformation to implement a world class end to end motor claims platform. You will work closely with your Project Manager and the Head of Motor Transformation to ensure this innovation is delivered with success. Key responsibilities: Drive business requirements - Work with stakeholders to define and document detailed business and functional requirements for the new motor claims platform. Liaise between teams - Act as a bridge between internal business teams, the Head of Motor Transformation, and external development partners to ensure alignment. Oversee delivery and testing - Manage testing phases, and quality assurance to ensure the platform is delivered to a high standard. Support transformation initiatives - Contribute to process improvement and automation efforts across the claims journey, ensuring successful adoption of the new platform. Your Profile: Proven expertise in the motor insurance sector, ideally in a business analyst position. Strong understanding of the claims journey and previous experience dealing with claims projects. Confident in being the bridge between business and technology throughout delivery. Exceptional stakeholder and communication skills - the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. If you're interested in the opportunity or would like to hear more, then please apply directly!

Payments Product Manager £80,000 (% Performance Bonus) Basingstoke (Hybrid- 3 days on site) Role: Define and deliver product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Translate business and regulatory needs into clear product requirements. Lead cross-functional delivery and manage suppliers for quality and ROI. Ensure product stability, compliance, and continuous improvement. Communicate progress, performance, and insights to senior stakeholders. Requirements: An understanding of the Consumer Credit / Retail Finance intermediary market, mortgage products and the technology underpins the business model Experience preferably in a payment environment (cards, innovative payment channels, wholesale and retail payments, instant payments) Specific experience in Retail Finance products like Buy Now Pay Later, Interest Free and Interest-Bearing loans executed through disparate channels e.g. B2B (retailer / Brokers) or B2C Agile delivery experience utilizing Scrum, Kanban or SAFe framework. A good understanding of financial services products and providers, as well as the regulatory framework and requirements, Strong examples of using initiative and delivering positive outcomes

Consultant Software Developer Salary: £55,000 Location : One Day a week in Bedford We're looking for a Consultant Software Developer who thrives in a hands-on, technically challenging environment. This isn't a ticket-based support role it's an opportunity to contribute directly to architectural decisions, build scalable solutions from the ground up, and work closely with clients to solve meaningful business problems. You'll operate in small project teams (or sometimes independently), across the full development lifecycle from business requirements through to deployment and optimisation. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver high-quality software solutions in line with client needs and business goals Lead or contribute to solution architecture, offering input into technology and design decisions Collaborate directly with clients to understand their operations and challenges Work across the full stack - backend through to frontend using modern development practices Take ownership of project delivery with an awareness of budgets and timelines Apply a problem-solving mindset and adapt quickly to different industries and business domains Core Technical Skills Required C# / .NET (Core and Framework) strong backend development experience essential JavaScript and React for building responsive, user-friendly front-end applications Familiarity with API development (RESTful services) Experience with SQL Server and database integration Comfortable working in DevOps environments (CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated testing) Strong understanding of application architecture and scalable system design Experience integrating or modernising legacy systems is highly desirable Other Valuable Experience Worked in small or cross-functional teams where you've had hands-on exposure across multiple areas Experience in a consulting or client-facing role with direct stakeholder engagement Awareness of project budgets, time constraints, and delivering value in real-world business contexts Comfortable working independently or leading aspects of a project lifecycle Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Azure or AWS) is a bonus but not essential If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" or email

Overview: SFeeking an experienced Business Analyst to support the kickoff of a Blackline Accounts Receivable (AR) implementation project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, particularly within accounts receivable and cash application processes, and proven experience in process mapping and documentation. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to analyse, document, and communicate accounting flows across the AR function. Lead process mapping and requirements gathering activities to support the implementation of Blackline AR and cash matching functionality. Work closely with technical and finance stakeholders to translate business requirements into clear functional specifications. Support design, testing, and deployment phases of the Blackline solution, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Document current and future state processes, highlighting improvements and efficiencies. Provide input on data reconciliation, automation, and reporting needs. Skills & Experience: Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles particularly accounts receivable and cash application processes. Proven experience in process mapping, documentation, and requirements analysis. Experience with cash matching implementations or Blackline software (highly desirable). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across business and technology teams. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

Service Desk Lead / Hybrid Working Manchester Salary : £45,000 We're on the lookout for a proactive, detail-driven Service Desk Lead to take full ownership of our customer-facing Service Desk function. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving problems, and are passionate about delivering exceptional support, this could be your next big move. Responsibilities Taking end-to-end ownership of our Service Desk operations, ensuring fast, reliable, and high-quality support for users. Managing and optimising ticket workflows to meet strict SLA targets. Identifying and resolving bottlenecks to keep things running smoothly. Jumping in on complex or urgent issues when needed - you're not afraid to get hands-on. Continuously improving support processes to reduce resolution times and enhance user satisfaction. Maintaining and evolving our Knowledge Base and internal documentation to encourage self-service and cut down on incoming tickets. Monitoring service desk metrics, analysing trends, and turning insights into action. Collaborating with technical and customer-facing teams to drive continuous improvement. This isn't a traditional team management role. It's a functional leadership position, focused on operational excellence and driving service improvement. Experience working in a customer-facing service desk role in a software or SaaS business. Familiarity with Zendesk or similar ITSM tools. Exposure to service improvement projects or initiatives (e.g. launching a self-service portal or improving ticket triage workflows). Participation in or support for audit/compliance processes. Experience with performance reporting using tools like Power BI, Excel, or built-in dashboards If this role sounds like your next career move please click "APPLY" OR email

AI Agent Developer - London Hybrid Salary £80,000 Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI? Do you thrive on creating intelligent agents that can think, learn, and act independently? We're looking for a visionary AI Agent Developer to design, build, and deploy cutting-edge autonomous systems that revolutionize how businesses operate.What You'll Do Craft Intelligent Agents: Design and develop AI agents that automate complex tasks across diverse business areas : finance, operations, customer experience, and more. Build Multi-Agent Ecosystems: Develop collaborative agents capable of reasoning, planning, and interacting seamlessly with APIs, databases, and human users. Innovate Continuously: Implement advanced memory systems, tool integrations, and feedback loops to enable agents that learn and improve autonomously. Deploy at Scale: Integrate your agents into enterprise ecosystems (ERP, CRM, financial platforms) and deploy on cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP with robust observability. Collaborate & Influence: Partner with data scientists, product managers, and stakeholders to translate complex business needs into intelligent, autonomous workflows. Champion Ethical AI: Ensure your agents comply with regulations (GDPR, financial compliance) and guard against bias, hallucinations, and misuse. What You Bring Technical Mastery: Strong skills in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages. LLM & Agent Expertise: Hands-on experience with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral) and agent frameworks. Advanced Tools: Familiarity with vector databases, RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, REST APIs, cloud deployment, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes). Domain Knowledge: Experience in one or more business domains such as finance, housing, operations, or customer service. Preferred Extras: Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields. Experience with LangChain, CrewAI, Autogen, MLOps, CI/CD, and enterprise systems like SAP, Oracle, or Salesforce. How You'll Measure Success Number of intelligent agents deployed and adopted. Significant reduction in manual effort and process time. Accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement of agent outputs. High stakeholder satisfaction and measurable business impact. If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" or email

Job Title: Data Scientist (Contract) Location: London - Hybrid (occasional travel to the London office) Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP 2025 Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Data Scientist to join a leading Data and AI Team , supporting digital transformation projects across Tax and Legal. This role involves designing and developing Generative AI and Machine Learning (ML) solutions using Python and Microsoft Azure . You'll work with cross-functional teams to build intelligent, data-driven applications that solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy Python-based AI and ML applications . Research and develop new Generative AI techniques, including fine-tuning and prompt engineering. Develop and maintain LLM-assisted frameworks and automation pipelines. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code for scalable deployment. Build and implement testing and evaluation frameworks for AI models. Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and subject-matter experts to deliver innovative solutions. Essential Skills & Experience Advanced Python programming skills with hands-on experience using NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Langchain, LlamaIndex , and Azure AI Foundry . Proven experience working with Azure cloud services and Generative AI R&D. Strong understanding of machine learning, data modelling , and natural language processing (NLP) techniques. Experience with fine-tuning , prompt orchestration , and retrieval methods (RAG, knowledge graphs). Familiarity with frameworks such as LangGraph , Azure AI Foundry Agents , and Semantic Kernel Agents . Good understanding of software engineering best practices , including version control, testing, and CI/CD. Desirable Skills Experience creating optimised data workflows and scalable AI solutions. Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure AI services. Strong data analytics and visualisation skills using Excel and Alteryx . Awareness of Responsible AI and ethical model design principles.

I am working with a leading insurance business who is looking to hire a Data Engineer to join a top-tier insurer based in the City. In this permanent role, you'll be building data solutions in an Azure environment, using Azure Data Factory and Azure DevOps. You'll need strong coding skills in Python and SQL. Experience working in a regulated industry, such as insurance or financial services, would be ideal. This is a permanent position that requires onsite presence in the City of London. Get in touch to find out more. Thanks, Oliver

Consultant Software Developer Salary: £55,000 Location : One Day a week in Crawley We're looking for a Consultant Software Developer who thrives in a hands-on, technically challenging environment. This isn't a ticket-based support role it's an opportunity to contribute directly to architectural decisions, build scalable solutions from the ground up, and work closely with clients to solve meaningful business problems. You'll operate in small project teams (or sometimes independently), across the full development lifecycle from business requirements through to deployment and optimisation. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver high-quality software solutions in line with client needs and business goals Lead or contribute to solution architecture, offering input into technology and design decisions Collaborate directly with clients to understand their operations and challenges Work across the full stack - backend through to frontend using modern development practices Take ownership of project delivery with an awareness of budgets and timelines Apply a problem-solving mindset and adapt quickly to different industries and business domains Core Technical Skills Required C# / .NET (Core and Framework) strong backend development experience essential JavaScript and React for building responsive, user-friendly front-end applications Familiarity with API development (RESTful services) Experience with SQL Server and database integration Comfortable working in DevOps environments (CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated testing) Strong understanding of application architecture and scalable system design Experience integrating or modernising legacy systems is highly desirable Other Valuable Experience Worked in small or cross-functional teams where you've had hands-on exposure across multiple areas Experience in a consulting or client-facing role with direct stakeholder engagement Awareness of project budgets, time constraints, and delivering value in real-world business contexts Comfortable working independently or leading aspects of a project lifecycle Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Azure or AWS) is a bonus but not essential If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" or email

Proven experience working as a principal or lead data engineer Strong background working with large datasets, with proficiency in SQL, Python, and PySpark Experience managing and mentoring engineers with varying levels of experience I'm currently working with a leading insurance broker who is looking to hire a Lead Azure Data Engineer on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Data Engineer to take on a leadership role, mentoring a small team of junior engineers while playing a key part in driving the development of an Azure-based data lakehouse. Key requirements: Proven experience working as a principal or lead data engineer Strong background working with large datasets, with proficiency in SQL, Python, and PySpark Experience managing and mentoring engineers with varying levels of experience Hands-on experience deploying pipelines within Azure Databricks, ideally following the Medallion Architecture framework Hybrid working: Minimum two days per week on-site in London. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, please don't hesitate to get in touch for more details. Thanks,Oliver

In this role, you'll be responsible for defining and implementing the overall QA strategy, structure, and processes-ensuring they align with both business goals and IT delivery frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, etc.). You will also act as a Test Lead on a major transformation programme, owning the test strategy and managing resources to ensure high-quality outcomes. I'm working with a leading insurance firm that is currently looking to hire a QA Manager to lead and evolve QA practices across IT and project teams.In this role, you'll be responsible for defining and implementing the overall QA strategy, structure, and processes-ensuring they align with both business goals and IT delivery frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, etc.). You will also act as a Test Lead on a major transformation programme, owning the test strategy and managing resources to ensure high-quality outcomes. Key Requirements: Minimum 7 years of experience in Quality Assurance At least 2 years in a QA leadership role Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall delivery models Experience in managing QA across large-scale transformation projects If you're interested in finding out more, feel free to reach out.Many thanks,Oliver

AI Agent Developer - Leeds Hybrid Salary £80,000 Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI? Do you thrive on creating intelligent agents that can think, learn, and act independently? We're looking for a visionary AI Agent Developer to design, build, and deploy cutting-edge autonomous systems that revolutionize how businesses operate. What You'll Do Craft Intelligent Agents: Design and develop AI agents that automate complex tasks across diverse business areas : finance, operations, customer experience, and more. Build Multi-Agent Ecosystems: Develop collaborative agents capable of reasoning, planning, and interacting seamlessly with APIs, databases, and human users. Innovate Continuously: Implement advanced memory systems, tool integrations, and feedback loops to enable agents that learn and improve autonomously. Deploy at Scale: Integrate your agents into enterprise ecosystems (ERP, CRM, financial platforms) and deploy on cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP with robust observability. Collaborate & Influence: Partner with data scientists, product managers, and stakeholders to translate complex business needs into intelligent, autonomous workflows. Champion Ethical AI: Ensure your agents comply with regulations (GDPR, financial compliance) and guard against bias, hallucinations, and misuse. What You Bring Technical Mastery: Strong skills in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages. LLM & Agent Expertise: Hands-on experience with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral) and agent frameworks. Advanced Tools: Familiarity with vector databases, RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, REST APIs, cloud deployment, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes). Domain Knowledge: Experience in one or more business domains such as finance, housing, operations, or customer service. Preferred Extras: Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields. Experience with LangChain, CrewAI, Autogen, MLOps, CI/CD, and enterprise systems like SAP, Oracle, or Salesforce. How You'll Measure Success Number of intelligent agents deployed and adopted. Significant reduction in manual effort and process time. Accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement of agent outputs. High stakeholder satisfaction and measurable business impact. If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" or email

Product Owner (AI) - Manchester Hybrid Salary : £55,000About the Role We are seeking a Product Owner with a strong focus on AI/ML products who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and enjoys working closely with small, high-impact teams. You will lead initiatives involving AI-driven system upgrades, data platform modernization, and greenfield builds, collaborating directly with director-level stakeholders to align technical innovation with business outcomes. Your work will help shape intelligent solutions that drive measurable value through automation, personalization, and data insights. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the product backlog with a focus on AI/ML feature development, turning business needs into actionable user stories and clear acceptance criteria. Lead end-to-end initiatives involving AI-powered applications, from data ingestion and model deployment to user-facing functionality. Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, and software developers to align technical execution with business goals. Partner with director-level stakeholders to understand strategic AI objectives, prioritize use cases, and gain buy-in for roadmap decisions. Work closely with UX and QA teams to ensure AI features are intuitive, ethical, and deliver high-quality user experiences. Ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced agile environment, adapting priorities to emerging AI trends and user feedback. Define and track AI-specific KPIs such as model accuracy, precision/recall, and business impact metrics. Act as the voice of the customer, advocating for responsible AI adoption and transparency across the product lifecycle. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Product Owner (or similar role) working on AI/ML or data-driven products in agile/scrum teams. Demonstrated success leading AI product development, including model integrations, intelligent workflows, or predictive analytics. Strong ability to translate complex AI concepts into business language for executive stakeholders. Experience working with data scientists, ML engineers, or AI research teams. Familiarity with AI tools and technologies (e.g., model training pipelines, cloud ML services, LLMs). Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments, balancing short-term delivery with scalable AI strategy. Strong backlog management, prioritization, and decision-making skills, especially around AI technical trade-offs. Technical aptitude with a solid understanding of how AI systems are built, trained, and deployed. If this role sounds like your next career move click "APPLY" or email

Security Analyst (Cryptography) - Knutsford Join a leading UK banking client as a Security Analyst (cryptography), where you'll play a key role in safeguarding the bank's digital ecosystem through advanced cryptographic and security technologies. You'll be part of the Global Information Security Cryptography Team within the Chief Information Security Office, delivering mission-critical services that underpin the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the global infrastructure. This team is responsible for Secure Key Management, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), Application Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Management, and Strong Authentication Services. Your work will directly contribute to protecting billions of digital transactions, ensuring cryptographic resilience, and supporting the secure evolution of the bank's digital transformation. Key Responsibilities Provide expert-level support for cryptographic systems, ensuring compliance with global security standards and regulatory requirements. Manage and maintain HSMs, key management platforms, and certificate infrastructures across complex, distributed systems. Act as the technical liaison between security, engineering, and business teams to implement strong cryptographic controls. Drive improvements in secure key lifecycle management, encryption, and authentication processes. Ensure the operational reliability and security of cryptographic services through monitoring, incident response, and proactive risk mitigation. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in Cryptography, Secure Key Management, and Information Security. Hands-on expertise with HSM configuration, installation, and support. Experience managing PKI, digital certificates, and encryption key lifecycles. ITIL Foundation certification (or equivalent service management experience). Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and perform under pressure. Proficiency in standard office and documentation tools (e.g., MS Office). Highly Valued Skills Security or cryptographic certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent). Experience in operational security environments, including incident response, risk management, and change control. Familiarity with SharePoint, Confluence, JIRA, and Unix/Windows environments. Knowledge of data protection regulations, compliance standards, and privacy frameworks. Strong technical documentation and procedural writing skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline. Please click "APPLY" or email

Power Platform Technical Specialist - Finance Automation - Insurance Contract / Interim Opportunity Outside IR35 - Day Rate Depending on Experience Mostly Remote Our client in the insurance are seeking a hands-on Power Platform expert to support their Finance function with the design and delivery of automated process and workflow solutions . This role will suit a technical developer or consultant who can translate finance requirements into efficient, scalable Microsoft Power Platform solutions, while also advising on best practice and future improvements. Key Responsibilities Design, build and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Platform tools (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI). Translate finance and actuarial process requirements into practical, automated solutions. Collaborate with Finance SMEs to map existing processes and identify automation opportunities. Advise on how to leverage CoPilot and other Microsoft AI tools to improve efficiency. Ensure solutions are robust, secure and align with finance control frameworks. Support knowledge transfer to internal teams and provide technical guidance during rollout. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI). Strong understanding of process automation and workflow design . Background in finance systems or financial services , ideally within life insurance. Experience with data migrations or integrations (e.g. Oracle, AutoRek, ETL). Ability to work closely with non-technical teams and translate requirements effectively. Self-starter who can both deliver hands-on solutions and act as a technical advisor. Must have insurance experience. Nice to Have Familiarity with AutoRek or Oracle platforms. Experience automating processes within actuarial or finance teams. Knowledge of data governance or control frameworks.

Senior Data Engineer - £65,000-£70,000 + Excellent Benefits Location: Leeds (Hybrid, 2 days on-site) Are you ready to take on large-scale data engineering challenges within a business that's investing heavily in cloud transformation, AI, and advanced analytics? This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing, tech-driven organisation that's modernising its entire data landscape and gearing up for a massive change and innovation portfolio in 2026. You'll play a pivotal role in designing and building scalable data platforms on AWS, supporting everything from cloud migrations and Salesforce integrations to AI-ready data pipelines and petabyte-scale projects. What You'll Be Doing Designing and developing modern data architectures to support advanced analytics and automation. Leading end-to-end data migration projects from on-prem SQL Server to AWS cloud environments. Building and optimising data pipelines using Python, Lambda, and SQL, ensuring performance, quality, and scalability. Collaborating across DevOps, analytics, and engineering teams to deliver cloud-first solutions. Supporting the introduction of streaming and real-time data processing alongside traditional batch systems. Mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practices to strengthen data engineering capability. Tech Stack & Environment AWS ecosystem: Redshift, S3, Glue, Lambda, Step Functions, CloudFormation Core tools: Python, SQL, DBT, Terraform, GitHub, CI/CD Data warehousing: 600TB+ environment with expansion into Databricks BI & analytics: Power BI, Tableau, and AI platforms 100% cloud-centric and 100% Microsoft-integrated environment What's in It for You £65,000-£70,000 base salary 12-15% pension contribution 8-10% annual bonus (paid consistently over the last 3 years) Private healthcare, cash plans, EV and cycle-to-work schemes Home office equipment allowance Genuine opportunity to work on cutting-edge data and AI transformation projects This is more than a data engineering role - it's your chance to help build the future data platform of a company at the forefront of technology and growth.

Join Our Esteemed Legal Client as a Business Analyst Our client, a prestigious entity in the Legal sector, is actively seeking a skilled Business Analyst to assist their Data and Analytics Dept. This contract job position is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are eager to drive significant business transformation and enhancements in a highly structured legal environment. Role & Key Skills The BA will sit on a Finance Reporting & Dashboard initiative, working closely with internal stakeholders to define and manage requirements for a large-scale project focused on: - Creation of data models - Development of strategic reports used across the firm Required Skills: - Strong experience working with Finance stakeholders and delivering Financial Reporting solutions - Proven track record with Power BI, Azure Data Lake & Databricks - Excellent stakeholder management skills