Reigate and Banstead Borough Council
Hybrid, Town Hall Reigate
Systems Support Analyst
Location: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: £39,183 to £41,925
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of digital service platforms, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation tools, ftp, PowerShell scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService digital platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
creating and supporting batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and PowerShell scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
The Council is also embarking on the journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey which will present opportunities for further career development.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 16 June 2025
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Click here to view a Job Summary, Person Specification and Employment Pack.
30/05/2025
Full time
Systems Support Analyst
Location: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: £39,183 to £41,925
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of digital service platforms, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation tools, ftp, PowerShell scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService digital platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
creating and supporting batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and PowerShell scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
The Council is also embarking on the journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey which will present opportunities for further career development.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 16 June 2025
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Click here to view a Job Summary, Person Specification and Employment Pack.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Ripley, UK
3rd Line ICT Support Engineer
Salary £50,000* per annum - *the salary includes a market supplement (reviewed annually), base pay band Grade F (£36,124 - £40,476).
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire.
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer to assist in ensuring the IT infrastructure, Systems and Data are fit for purpose, secure, subject to continual improvement, and that our end-users are provided excellent support and customer service.
As a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support for a range of infrastructure technologies, including networking, switches, firewalls, windows servers, end user systems, station end equipment (mobile devices, pagers, alerters), supporting system administrators and troubleshooting issues across the ICT estate.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing and solving issues across our ICT infrastructure, systems and data including physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management and organisational skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment.
A strong understanding of networking technologies, including switches & firewalls.
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies.
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision.
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure.
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding and working as part of a busy technical team.
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours, usually worked Monday to Friday, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours, evenings and weekends as required. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours.
Family friendly policies.
Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service.
Free, secure on-site car parking.
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
Employee discount scheme (Boost).
Employee support networks.
Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
To apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=931
The closing date for completed applications is midnight on 20.04.2025 . Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12.05.2025.
For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the ICT Service Delivery Manager Brett Clements on 01773 305344 or email bclements@derbys-fire.gov.uk.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
03/04/2025
Full time
3rd Line ICT Support Engineer
Salary £50,000* per annum - *the salary includes a market supplement (reviewed annually), base pay band Grade F (£36,124 - £40,476).
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire.
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer to assist in ensuring the IT infrastructure, Systems and Data are fit for purpose, secure, subject to continual improvement, and that our end-users are provided excellent support and customer service.
As a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support for a range of infrastructure technologies, including networking, switches, firewalls, windows servers, end user systems, station end equipment (mobile devices, pagers, alerters), supporting system administrators and troubleshooting issues across the ICT estate.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing and solving issues across our ICT infrastructure, systems and data including physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management and organisational skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment.
A strong understanding of networking technologies, including switches & firewalls.
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies.
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision.
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure.
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding and working as part of a busy technical team.
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours, usually worked Monday to Friday, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours, evenings and weekends as required. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours.
Family friendly policies.
Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service.
Free, secure on-site car parking.
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
Employee discount scheme (Boost).
Employee support networks.
Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
To apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=931
The closing date for completed applications is midnight on 20.04.2025 . Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12.05.2025.
For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the ICT Service Delivery Manager Brett Clements on 01773 305344 or email bclements@derbys-fire.gov.uk.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We are one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 48,000 members. We provide opportunities for 300 staff and have an annual turnover of more than £12m.We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, with an annual turnover of more than £12m, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
Job description
Do you have experience leading the delivery of IT & digital projects? Do you have experience managing a team? If so, we want to hear from you.
The IT & Digital Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective operational delivery and continuous improvement of IT and digital services at Students' Union UCL. The role is responsible for the management of the IT & Digital team, supervising and supporting their day-to-day work and professional development. Reporting to the Head of IT & Digital, the role will work with them and stakeholders across the organisation to collaboratively design, plan and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and elevate user experience. They will ensure high levels of quality and customer satisfaction, enabling the Union to deliver more for our members through secure, stable and effective IT and digital tools.
Please view the Job Pack below for more details on our organisation and the role, including the full job description and person specification.
How to Apply
Please apply directly through our website using the apply button.
Applicants should note that CVs will not be accepted and that the statement of support for application should address the selection criteria in the person specification and outline your reasons for applying.
Please note, unfortunately Students’ Union UCL are not in the position to sponsor any work visas at this time.
26/02/2025
Full time
Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We are one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 48,000 members. We provide opportunities for 300 staff and have an annual turnover of more than £12m.We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, with an annual turnover of more than £12m, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
Job description
Do you have experience leading the delivery of IT & digital projects? Do you have experience managing a team? If so, we want to hear from you.
The IT & Digital Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective operational delivery and continuous improvement of IT and digital services at Students' Union UCL. The role is responsible for the management of the IT & Digital team, supervising and supporting their day-to-day work and professional development. Reporting to the Head of IT & Digital, the role will work with them and stakeholders across the organisation to collaboratively design, plan and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and elevate user experience. They will ensure high levels of quality and customer satisfaction, enabling the Union to deliver more for our members through secure, stable and effective IT and digital tools.
Please view the Job Pack below for more details on our organisation and the role, including the full job description and person specification.
How to Apply
Please apply directly through our website using the apply button.
Applicants should note that CVs will not be accepted and that the statement of support for application should address the selection criteria in the person specification and outline your reasons for applying.
Please note, unfortunately Students’ Union UCL are not in the position to sponsor any work visas at this time.
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
25/11/2024
Full time
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
Hartpury University and Collage
Gloucestershire, UK
Service Desk Team Leader
£27,729 - £30,311 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here
About the Role
Lead and manage the IT Service Desk by working in partnership with the academic departments and other services to ensure an excellent level of service is delivered to our students and staff.
Provide hands-on first line support for a range of technologies, including desktop PCs, mobile devices, and cloud solutions.
Drive continual service improvement, develop service desk reporting, and maintain a comprehensive internal knowledge base to meet SLAs.
To solve user problems in an efficient and timely way and to provide technical expertise to support and develop effective and efficient internal processes.
About You
You will have demonstrable experience of providing support across an environment which includes Windows desktops and servers, Office, Active Directory.
Skilled in MS Windows Desktop Support, with a solid understanding of troubleshooting, system support, and network fundamentals.
You will have previously led or played an active role in developing a service desk.
You will have strong organizational skills to manage team schedules and documentation, ensuring efficient onboarding and service consistency.
Experience of developing SLAs and KPIs associated with a Service Desk and call handling.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Employee Discounts Scheme
Onsite fitness facilities
Support for continuous professional development
Flexible working opportunities available
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on the W/C 9th December 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
22/11/2024
Full time
Service Desk Team Leader
£27,729 - £30,311 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here
About the Role
Lead and manage the IT Service Desk by working in partnership with the academic departments and other services to ensure an excellent level of service is delivered to our students and staff.
Provide hands-on first line support for a range of technologies, including desktop PCs, mobile devices, and cloud solutions.
Drive continual service improvement, develop service desk reporting, and maintain a comprehensive internal knowledge base to meet SLAs.
To solve user problems in an efficient and timely way and to provide technical expertise to support and develop effective and efficient internal processes.
About You
You will have demonstrable experience of providing support across an environment which includes Windows desktops and servers, Office, Active Directory.
Skilled in MS Windows Desktop Support, with a solid understanding of troubleshooting, system support, and network fundamentals.
You will have previously led or played an active role in developing a service desk.
You will have strong organizational skills to manage team schedules and documentation, ensuring efficient onboarding and service consistency.
Experience of developing SLAs and KPIs associated with a Service Desk and call handling.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Employee Discounts Scheme
Onsite fitness facilities
Support for continuous professional development
Flexible working opportunities available
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on the W/C 9th December 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
Chief Digital Information Officer (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent - Hybrid working
Hours: Monday – Friday – 37 hours per week (Full Time)
CE Solutions are proud to be working with 3C ICT who are looking for a Chief Digital Information Officer
Join 3C ICT as Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO): Shape the Future of Public Services
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving digital transformation and innovation?
3C ICT is looking for an inspiring Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) to lead our digital revolution across three ambitious councils: Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Huntingdonshire District Council.
As CDIO, you’ll have the unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on public services by leading cutting-edge digital initiatives that improve efficiency and deliver exceptional value to the communities we serve.
Why This Role?
Lead Transformational Change: You will spearhead digital strategies, identifying new opportunities to innovate across our councils, leveraging shared technologies, resources, and expertise.
Collaborate for Success: Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders across three councils, driving digital synergy while recognizing each council’s unique needs and challenges.
Inspire & Lead: Guide a talented team in delivering ambitious digital transformation programs, shaping the future of public services with a focus on accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability.
What We Offer:
Strategic Impact: Work directly with the Chief Executives of the partner councils to shape and execute our vision for digital transformation.
Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative shared service that values new ideas, creative solutions, and continuous improvement.
A Leadership Role with Purpose: This is a senior, highly influential role where your leadership will leave a lasting legacy on the public sector.
About You:
Visionary Leadership: You have a proven track record in digital strategy, transformation, and service innovation.
Collaborative Approach: You understand the power of partnerships and can create synergies across different organisations and teams.
Performance-Driven: You are committed to driving results and creating a positive, high-performing digital culture.
If you're ready to take on one of the most exciting digital leadership roles in the public sector, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to be part of the future of public services.
*A full job description is available on request
The closing date has a provisional date set of Tuesday 5th November - although this is a rolling campaign, they will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should they receive suitable applications. If you feel you have the experience and qualifications, please apply now!
16/10/2024
Full time
Chief Digital Information Officer (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent - Hybrid working
Hours: Monday – Friday – 37 hours per week (Full Time)
CE Solutions are proud to be working with 3C ICT who are looking for a Chief Digital Information Officer
Join 3C ICT as Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO): Shape the Future of Public Services
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving digital transformation and innovation?
3C ICT is looking for an inspiring Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) to lead our digital revolution across three ambitious councils: Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Huntingdonshire District Council.
As CDIO, you’ll have the unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on public services by leading cutting-edge digital initiatives that improve efficiency and deliver exceptional value to the communities we serve.
Why This Role?
Lead Transformational Change: You will spearhead digital strategies, identifying new opportunities to innovate across our councils, leveraging shared technologies, resources, and expertise.
Collaborate for Success: Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders across three councils, driving digital synergy while recognizing each council’s unique needs and challenges.
Inspire & Lead: Guide a talented team in delivering ambitious digital transformation programs, shaping the future of public services with a focus on accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability.
What We Offer:
Strategic Impact: Work directly with the Chief Executives of the partner councils to shape and execute our vision for digital transformation.
Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative shared service that values new ideas, creative solutions, and continuous improvement.
A Leadership Role with Purpose: This is a senior, highly influential role where your leadership will leave a lasting legacy on the public sector.
About You:
Visionary Leadership: You have a proven track record in digital strategy, transformation, and service innovation.
Collaborative Approach: You understand the power of partnerships and can create synergies across different organisations and teams.
Performance-Driven: You are committed to driving results and creating a positive, high-performing digital culture.
If you're ready to take on one of the most exciting digital leadership roles in the public sector, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to be part of the future of public services.
*A full job description is available on request
The closing date has a provisional date set of Tuesday 5th November - although this is a rolling campaign, they will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should they receive suitable applications. If you feel you have the experience and qualifications, please apply now!
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with Christian Aid to recruit this pivotal role as part of their ongoing transformation to become a 'digital first' organisation. Role: Web Optimisation Manager What s on offer: Salary: London £48,937. Cardiff/ Warrington/ Edinburgh £44,056 Location: London, Cardiff, Warrington or Edinburgh Pattern: Hybrid 2 days/week Permanent: full-time with flexible hours The role: Drive the strategic development of Christian Aid s digital ecosystem, ensuring alignment with the organisation s values and overarching goals. Develop and implement a robust search engine optimisation (SEO) and link-building strategy to improve website health, attract relevant traffic, and support user acquisition targets. Deliver key digital projects focused on enhancing campaign effectiveness and maximising income and impact, including: Technical SEO Site audits Keyword research and analysis Competitor and backlink analysis Collaborate with the Senior Digital Content Editor to implement the digital content strategy across Christian Aid s digital channels including social media to maximise reach, engagement, and income. Work cross-functionally with other teams to execute the digital ecosystem content roadmap, ensuring all content is user-focused and impact-driven. Define and brief content requirements that support SEO and conversion rate optimisation (CRO) efforts, enabling data-informed and impactful decisions. Lead the organisation s tag management strategy and implementation, including: Tag structure and tools Server-side tagging Integration with the customer data platform (CDP) Ensuring all tracking functionality is accurate and effective About you: Completed training in Google Analytics 4 (GA4), user experience (UX), search engine optimisation (SEO), and other key digital disciplines. Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire high-performing teams across content management and social media. Advanced expertise in technical SEO, including: On-page and off-page optimisation Technical SEO best practices Successful implementation of link-building strategies Highly proficient in digital analytics and performance tools, including: Google Analytics 4 (GA4) SEMrush (or equivalent platforms) Google Tag Manager Hotjar and ContentSquare Power BI and Looker Studio Experienced in managing external suppliers and partners across digital platforms and tools. Skilled in content management systems (CMS), particularly Drupal, with working knowledge of HTML and CSS. Strong ability to produce clear, insight-driven digital performance reports using data from: GA4 Social media insights META platforms Other performance tools to optimise fundraising, marketing, and conversion strategies. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Please note, all 3rd party agencies speculative CVs and direct will be forwarded onto The Talent Set 1st stage Interviews to be held via Teams on Wednesday 8th October, with 2nd stage being held on Tuesday 21st October (likely to be in person at their Waterloo office). Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
09/09/2025
Full time
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with Christian Aid to recruit this pivotal role as part of their ongoing transformation to become a 'digital first' organisation. Role: Web Optimisation Manager What s on offer: Salary: London £48,937. Cardiff/ Warrington/ Edinburgh £44,056 Location: London, Cardiff, Warrington or Edinburgh Pattern: Hybrid 2 days/week Permanent: full-time with flexible hours The role: Drive the strategic development of Christian Aid s digital ecosystem, ensuring alignment with the organisation s values and overarching goals. Develop and implement a robust search engine optimisation (SEO) and link-building strategy to improve website health, attract relevant traffic, and support user acquisition targets. Deliver key digital projects focused on enhancing campaign effectiveness and maximising income and impact, including: Technical SEO Site audits Keyword research and analysis Competitor and backlink analysis Collaborate with the Senior Digital Content Editor to implement the digital content strategy across Christian Aid s digital channels including social media to maximise reach, engagement, and income. Work cross-functionally with other teams to execute the digital ecosystem content roadmap, ensuring all content is user-focused and impact-driven. Define and brief content requirements that support SEO and conversion rate optimisation (CRO) efforts, enabling data-informed and impactful decisions. Lead the organisation s tag management strategy and implementation, including: Tag structure and tools Server-side tagging Integration with the customer data platform (CDP) Ensuring all tracking functionality is accurate and effective About you: Completed training in Google Analytics 4 (GA4), user experience (UX), search engine optimisation (SEO), and other key digital disciplines. Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire high-performing teams across content management and social media. Advanced expertise in technical SEO, including: On-page and off-page optimisation Technical SEO best practices Successful implementation of link-building strategies Highly proficient in digital analytics and performance tools, including: Google Analytics 4 (GA4) SEMrush (or equivalent platforms) Google Tag Manager Hotjar and ContentSquare Power BI and Looker Studio Experienced in managing external suppliers and partners across digital platforms and tools. Skilled in content management systems (CMS), particularly Drupal, with working knowledge of HTML and CSS. Strong ability to produce clear, insight-driven digital performance reports using data from: GA4 Social media insights META platforms Other performance tools to optimise fundraising, marketing, and conversion strategies. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Please note, all 3rd party agencies speculative CVs and direct will be forwarded onto The Talent Set 1st stage Interviews to be held via Teams on Wednesday 8th October, with 2nd stage being held on Tuesday 21st October (likely to be in person at their Waterloo office). Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with Christian Aid to recruit this pivotal role as part of their ongoing transformation to become a 'digital first' organisation. Role: Digital Performance Advisor What s on offer: Salary: London £54,527. Cardiff/ Warrington/ Edinburgh £49,664 Location : London, Cardiff, Warrington or Edinburgh Pattern: Hybrid 2 days/week Permanent: full-time with flexible hours The role: Conduct in-depth analysis of user behaviour across Christian Aid s digital platforms using a range of analytics tools. Structure, extract, and interpret data to generate insights that inform and improve the overall digital experience. Develop and present data-driven hypotheses to evaluate and optimise campaign performance. Provide clear feedback and actionable recommendations to support ongoing digital enhancements. Serve as a subject matter expert in digital analytics, delivering detailed campaign performance reports and actionable insights. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build consensus and drive data-informed decision-making. Utilise digital reporting dashboards such as Power BI and Looker Studio to effectively communicate key digital KPIs, enabling informed, strategic decisions across the organisation. Perform user experience analysis through usability testing and analytics tools to identify opportunities for improvement on the Christian Aid website, ensuring an optimised and impactful user journey. Design and implement robust A/B and multivariate testing strategies. Ensure thorough documentation, analysis, and dissemination of testing outcomes to promote a culture of learning, iteration, and continuous improvement About you: Demonstrated expertise in digital analysis and insights, with a strong track record of producing data-driven reports and actionable recommendations across platforms such as Google Analytics 4, email marketing, social media, and META. Proven ability to optimise marketing, fundraising, and conversion strategies through comprehensive performance analysis. Highly proficient in statistical analysis techniques, including: Descriptive and comparative statistics A/B testing Data modelling to identify trends and support performance improvement Advanced knowledge of digital performance tools and frameworks, including: Google Analytics 4 (funnel analysis, segmentation, e-commerce tracking) Google Tag Manager Hotjar or ContentSquare Power BI Looker Studio Skilled in defining and managing tracking requirements, implementing tag management solutions, and integrating digital data with CRM systems. Strategic and analytical thinker with a strong learning mindset; able to work independently to: Identify performance gaps Develop innovative solutions Implement methods to improve user experience and increase conversions How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Please note, all 3rd party agencies speculative CVs and direct will be forwarded onto The Talent Set 1st stage Interviews to be held via Teams on Thursday 9th October, with 2nd stage being held on Thursday 23rd October (likely to be in person at their Waterloo offcie). Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
09/09/2025
Full time
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with Christian Aid to recruit this pivotal role as part of their ongoing transformation to become a 'digital first' organisation. Role: Digital Performance Advisor What s on offer: Salary: London £54,527. Cardiff/ Warrington/ Edinburgh £49,664 Location : London, Cardiff, Warrington or Edinburgh Pattern: Hybrid 2 days/week Permanent: full-time with flexible hours The role: Conduct in-depth analysis of user behaviour across Christian Aid s digital platforms using a range of analytics tools. Structure, extract, and interpret data to generate insights that inform and improve the overall digital experience. Develop and present data-driven hypotheses to evaluate and optimise campaign performance. Provide clear feedback and actionable recommendations to support ongoing digital enhancements. Serve as a subject matter expert in digital analytics, delivering detailed campaign performance reports and actionable insights. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build consensus and drive data-informed decision-making. Utilise digital reporting dashboards such as Power BI and Looker Studio to effectively communicate key digital KPIs, enabling informed, strategic decisions across the organisation. Perform user experience analysis through usability testing and analytics tools to identify opportunities for improvement on the Christian Aid website, ensuring an optimised and impactful user journey. Design and implement robust A/B and multivariate testing strategies. Ensure thorough documentation, analysis, and dissemination of testing outcomes to promote a culture of learning, iteration, and continuous improvement About you: Demonstrated expertise in digital analysis and insights, with a strong track record of producing data-driven reports and actionable recommendations across platforms such as Google Analytics 4, email marketing, social media, and META. Proven ability to optimise marketing, fundraising, and conversion strategies through comprehensive performance analysis. Highly proficient in statistical analysis techniques, including: Descriptive and comparative statistics A/B testing Data modelling to identify trends and support performance improvement Advanced knowledge of digital performance tools and frameworks, including: Google Analytics 4 (funnel analysis, segmentation, e-commerce tracking) Google Tag Manager Hotjar or ContentSquare Power BI Looker Studio Skilled in defining and managing tracking requirements, implementing tag management solutions, and integrating digital data with CRM systems. Strategic and analytical thinker with a strong learning mindset; able to work independently to: Identify performance gaps Develop innovative solutions Implement methods to improve user experience and increase conversions How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Please note, all 3rd party agencies speculative CVs and direct will be forwarded onto The Talent Set 1st stage Interviews to be held via Teams on Thursday 9th October, with 2nd stage being held on Thursday 23rd October (likely to be in person at their Waterloo offcie). Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
As an Impact and Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our data management and analysis. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our data, as well as extracting valuable insights to inform decision-making and drive organisational growth. The successful candidate will work alongside our Graduate Trainee Accountant, within our operations department, led by our Chief Finance & Operations Officer. Title : Impact and Data Analyst Department : Operations Reports to : Chief Finance and Operations Officer Role type : Permanent, full-time Working pattern : Two days a week in the Bookmark offices. Salary : £34,000 to £38,000 Key Outcomes You'll be the go-to person for all things data. You'll transform our raw data into powerful insights that help us prove our impact and make smarter decisions which means more children in our partner schools will be reading. You'll help us tell our story with numbers. You'll develop and produce compelling reports and dashboards that demonstrate our success to colleagues, advisory boards and funders. You ll work alongside our Impact and Evaluation Manager to summarise and interpret a range of impact data supporting our understanding of how we deliver impact against our Theory of Change. You'll be a champion for data-driven culture. You'll train and empower our teams to use data effectively, ensuring everyone from frontline staff to senior leaders understands the 'why' and 'how' behind our numbers. Key Responsibilities Lead our month-end data process and manage our Target Operating Model. Run our regular programme delivery meeting to provide colleagues with live data and insights to make changes that enhance our programme outputs. Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in data management and analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements. Create and maintain a suite of regular reports and dynamic dashboards for internal and external stakeholders, including our Senior Leadership Team and advisory boards. Provide ad-hoc analysis, based on individual insights, to drive the performance of our programmes. Support the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, and the Graduate Trainee Accountant with the year-end business planning process. Regular forecasting of future out-turns and reporting to senior management on potential levers to drive performance. Providing regular updates to our reporting model to reflect changes to organisational delivery. Support the reporting to our Senior Leadership Team, Advisory Boards and Trustees, which gives them the insights into our programme delivery. Lead the delivery of quantitative study and survey analysis to the Impact and Evaluation Manager so that we can better understand our outcomes linked to our 10 Literacy Programmes. Capabilities and Mindset A passion for our mission: You're genuinely committed to improving literacy outcomes in the UK. A natural with data: You have proven experience as a data or impact analyst. Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field, or proven experience in a similar role. Tech-savvy and a quick learner: You re proficient in data analysis tools like Power BI, Python, or advanced Excel. Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce is a big plus. An excellent communicator: You can translate complex data into simple, compelling narratives for a non-technical audience. A problem-solver and a self-starter: You re proactive, highly organised, and thrive on finding solutions to improve processes and systems. How to apply Please follow the link to our website with more details.
09/09/2025
Full time
As an Impact and Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our data management and analysis. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our data, as well as extracting valuable insights to inform decision-making and drive organisational growth. The successful candidate will work alongside our Graduate Trainee Accountant, within our operations department, led by our Chief Finance & Operations Officer. Title : Impact and Data Analyst Department : Operations Reports to : Chief Finance and Operations Officer Role type : Permanent, full-time Working pattern : Two days a week in the Bookmark offices. Salary : £34,000 to £38,000 Key Outcomes You'll be the go-to person for all things data. You'll transform our raw data into powerful insights that help us prove our impact and make smarter decisions which means more children in our partner schools will be reading. You'll help us tell our story with numbers. You'll develop and produce compelling reports and dashboards that demonstrate our success to colleagues, advisory boards and funders. You ll work alongside our Impact and Evaluation Manager to summarise and interpret a range of impact data supporting our understanding of how we deliver impact against our Theory of Change. You'll be a champion for data-driven culture. You'll train and empower our teams to use data effectively, ensuring everyone from frontline staff to senior leaders understands the 'why' and 'how' behind our numbers. Key Responsibilities Lead our month-end data process and manage our Target Operating Model. Run our regular programme delivery meeting to provide colleagues with live data and insights to make changes that enhance our programme outputs. Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in data management and analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements. Create and maintain a suite of regular reports and dynamic dashboards for internal and external stakeholders, including our Senior Leadership Team and advisory boards. Provide ad-hoc analysis, based on individual insights, to drive the performance of our programmes. Support the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, and the Graduate Trainee Accountant with the year-end business planning process. Regular forecasting of future out-turns and reporting to senior management on potential levers to drive performance. Providing regular updates to our reporting model to reflect changes to organisational delivery. Support the reporting to our Senior Leadership Team, Advisory Boards and Trustees, which gives them the insights into our programme delivery. Lead the delivery of quantitative study and survey analysis to the Impact and Evaluation Manager so that we can better understand our outcomes linked to our 10 Literacy Programmes. Capabilities and Mindset A passion for our mission: You're genuinely committed to improving literacy outcomes in the UK. A natural with data: You have proven experience as a data or impact analyst. Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field, or proven experience in a similar role. Tech-savvy and a quick learner: You re proficient in data analysis tools like Power BI, Python, or advanced Excel. Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce is a big plus. An excellent communicator: You can translate complex data into simple, compelling narratives for a non-technical audience. A problem-solver and a self-starter: You re proactive, highly organised, and thrive on finding solutions to improve processes and systems. How to apply Please follow the link to our website with more details.
Our Client, a major Rail, Highways, Power and Tunnels consultancy are looking for a Principal Fire Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will carry out the design and construction activity of the Fire Detection systems on medium to larger size project(s) within the Rail, Highways, HS2 and Power and Infrastructure sectors. The role will involve design reviews, planning, undertaking design and associated construction assignments on the projects in conjunction with the Engineering Manager / Contractors responsible Engineer, across the sector. Technical responsibilities include design and design verification of Fire Detection Systems.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support to other VVB team members (e.g. Engineering Manager, Contractors Responsible Engineer, Design Manager, Project Manager etc.) in all facets of the project activities to deliver the project to meet cost, time, and quality requirements. Plan and deliver/manage the design of Fire Detection Systems to relevant standards and client specifications. Technical responsibility for design compliance. Technical review of designs developed by MEP Design Consultants / Contractors in respect of safety by design, technical acceptability and compliance with standards. Review that the designs prepared by the MEP Design Consultants / Contractors have been fully coordinated and integrated. Provision of support to the Engineering Managers, to resolve interface issues where requested. Review of Constructability and Maintainability of Fire Detection System developed designs.Initiate and support value management/engineering initiatives and to promote and support common design and standardisation where appropriate. Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to the VVB Core principles. Lead responsibility for technical responses, promoting common design and standardization.Provide Technical Excellence in Fire Detection Systems and all matters related to such equipment, as described and specifically detailed in the Clients strategies and specifications. Developing and managing effective communication and liaison with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure that requirements are identified, assessed, and appropriately integrated into the project. Working with the client and reporting to the sector manager, responsible for helping to establish the strategy and delivery for the project. Work with the Commercial support to assist with the maintenance and management of the project P&L as required. Working in a client facing role, responsible for leading other team members, developing the clients' strategy, through to assisting in the development of the various Fire Detection solutions to satisfy both the Client and the Accreditation bodies requirements. Coordinating, planning, and managing internal and external meetings in relation to the project. Providing support during the procurement stages of the project. Liaising with the representatives of the Industry Accreditation Scheme (BRE Global, FM Global etc) to ensure our compliance with, and maintenance of the various scheme standards and schedules. Have an in depth understanding of all information security projects, policies, and procedures. Familiarise and actively engage in using the Notify system and ensure direct reports are fully aware of the Notify system and use the system for Health and Safety related matters.Ensure that own and direct reports' mandatory e-learning modules and policy updates have been completed as and when required. Ensure LPS1014 F353 Form information is maintained to the required standard.TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE (ESSENTIAL): Knowledge of the BRE Global Audit process and requirements associated therewith.Good working knowledge of Network Rail and TfL standards. Extensive skills and experience in design of Fire Systems, and working within a structured design management and design assurance framework/process. Good understanding of both Fire Active and Fire Passive safety systems. Significant experience in managing clients, contractors and coordinating stakeholders.Able to work alongside and coordinate with the project professional team to ensure a compliant system is designed and all requirements are met. Development and authoring of complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effects documents, and ensuring all third-party interfaces are coordinated and included as required. Ability to carry a quality inspection and generate onsite solutions to site coordination issues as they arise. Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player. Key project processes such as design principals and management, construction processes, procurement, and tendering. Excellent IT skills, good working knowledge of CAD / BIM Software. Strong project management and organisational skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, using a flexible pragmatic approach.QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL): Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar. LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., IFE, IMechE). Professional registration with the Engineering Council encouraged (EngTech, IEng, or CEng).EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL): Designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Mains Systems in the Rail sector. Managing designs from tendering through to installation and certification.If you are interested in this job, please send over your cv and get in touch with Jamie at Unity Recruitment. Alternatively if you know anyone who might be interested in this job opportunity, please send over for a referral fee.
09/09/2025
Full time
Our Client, a major Rail, Highways, Power and Tunnels consultancy are looking for a Principal Fire Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will carry out the design and construction activity of the Fire Detection systems on medium to larger size project(s) within the Rail, Highways, HS2 and Power and Infrastructure sectors. The role will involve design reviews, planning, undertaking design and associated construction assignments on the projects in conjunction with the Engineering Manager / Contractors responsible Engineer, across the sector. Technical responsibilities include design and design verification of Fire Detection Systems.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support to other VVB team members (e.g. Engineering Manager, Contractors Responsible Engineer, Design Manager, Project Manager etc.) in all facets of the project activities to deliver the project to meet cost, time, and quality requirements. Plan and deliver/manage the design of Fire Detection Systems to relevant standards and client specifications. Technical responsibility for design compliance. Technical review of designs developed by MEP Design Consultants / Contractors in respect of safety by design, technical acceptability and compliance with standards. Review that the designs prepared by the MEP Design Consultants / Contractors have been fully coordinated and integrated. Provision of support to the Engineering Managers, to resolve interface issues where requested. Review of Constructability and Maintainability of Fire Detection System developed designs.Initiate and support value management/engineering initiatives and to promote and support common design and standardisation where appropriate. Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to the VVB Core principles. Lead responsibility for technical responses, promoting common design and standardization.Provide Technical Excellence in Fire Detection Systems and all matters related to such equipment, as described and specifically detailed in the Clients strategies and specifications. Developing and managing effective communication and liaison with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure that requirements are identified, assessed, and appropriately integrated into the project. Working with the client and reporting to the sector manager, responsible for helping to establish the strategy and delivery for the project. Work with the Commercial support to assist with the maintenance and management of the project P&L as required. Working in a client facing role, responsible for leading other team members, developing the clients' strategy, through to assisting in the development of the various Fire Detection solutions to satisfy both the Client and the Accreditation bodies requirements. Coordinating, planning, and managing internal and external meetings in relation to the project. Providing support during the procurement stages of the project. Liaising with the representatives of the Industry Accreditation Scheme (BRE Global, FM Global etc) to ensure our compliance with, and maintenance of the various scheme standards and schedules. Have an in depth understanding of all information security projects, policies, and procedures. Familiarise and actively engage in using the Notify system and ensure direct reports are fully aware of the Notify system and use the system for Health and Safety related matters.Ensure that own and direct reports' mandatory e-learning modules and policy updates have been completed as and when required. Ensure LPS1014 F353 Form information is maintained to the required standard.TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE (ESSENTIAL): Knowledge of the BRE Global Audit process and requirements associated therewith.Good working knowledge of Network Rail and TfL standards. Extensive skills and experience in design of Fire Systems, and working within a structured design management and design assurance framework/process. Good understanding of both Fire Active and Fire Passive safety systems. Significant experience in managing clients, contractors and coordinating stakeholders.Able to work alongside and coordinate with the project professional team to ensure a compliant system is designed and all requirements are met. Development and authoring of complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effects documents, and ensuring all third-party interfaces are coordinated and included as required. Ability to carry a quality inspection and generate onsite solutions to site coordination issues as they arise. Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player. Key project processes such as design principals and management, construction processes, procurement, and tendering. Excellent IT skills, good working knowledge of CAD / BIM Software. Strong project management and organisational skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, using a flexible pragmatic approach.QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL): Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar. LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., IFE, IMechE). Professional registration with the Engineering Council encouraged (EngTech, IEng, or CEng).EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL): Designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Mains Systems in the Rail sector. Managing designs from tendering through to installation and certification.If you are interested in this job, please send over your cv and get in touch with Jamie at Unity Recruitment. Alternatively if you know anyone who might be interested in this job opportunity, please send over for a referral fee.
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
09/09/2025
Full time
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
Job Title: IT Manager Location: Ripon Salary : £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced IT Manager to join a thriving business based in Ripon! Our client is an established organisation with a strong reputation for quality and consistency. Operating internationally while retaining a close knit, supportive culture; they have built long term relationships with customers through exceptional service and product excellence. With decades of heritage and a commitment to continuous innovation, the business combines traditional values with a modern, forward looking approach. This is a newly introduced, hands on and strategic role, ideal for a tech savvy individual who enjoys leading IT operations, supporting users and driving technology improvements across the organisation. You'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of IT infrastructure and systems, ensuring reliability, security and efficiency across the business. This varied and rewarding position also provides scope to lead projects, enhance systems and support a busy, collaborative working environment. Your Duties as IT Manager will include: Manage and support all IT operations including servers, networks, PCs, laptops and printers Provide application software support across Office 365, accounting and a third party ERP system Ensure the security and integrity of the company's data and technology infrastructure including implementing protective measures and ensuring legal/audited compliance Support and maintain the company website and e-commerce platforms Plan and implement IT and infrastructure projects including hardware installations, software updates and system improvements Provide reporting and data analysis for management teams Manage premises maintenance and coordinate with contractors and service providers Ensure the operations are running within health and safety regulations and employment law standards Experience and Skills required: Positive work ethic and ability to work independently and within a team Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Professional exposure in an IT role with a broad technical skillset In depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows server configuration and network environments Experience working with ERP and CRM systems Logical thinking and confident troubleshooting skills Strong planning, organisational and reporting abilities Forward thinking with an interest in emerging technologies and innovation Ability to lead change including introducing new technologies, upgrades and automation SQL database management skills (desirable but not essential) This is a full time, permanent position offering a competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience. Additionally, you'll gain the opportunity to work in a modern, newly built office and benefit from private health, company pension, regular company events and more. You'll be working as part of a supportive team in a successful business with a strong focus on innovation and operational excellence. The role offers variety, autonomy and the chance to lead meaningful technology projects in a company that values continuous improvement. Our Guarantee Thank you for your initial expression of interest in our available vacancy. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the current vacancy. However, we will consider all applications for any available opportunity, present or future, and proactively contact you should we deem there to be a suitable match. Here at Impression we are committed to supporting the principles of equal opportunities and prohibit discrimination/ harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
09/09/2025
Full time
Job Title: IT Manager Location: Ripon Salary : £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced IT Manager to join a thriving business based in Ripon! Our client is an established organisation with a strong reputation for quality and consistency. Operating internationally while retaining a close knit, supportive culture; they have built long term relationships with customers through exceptional service and product excellence. With decades of heritage and a commitment to continuous innovation, the business combines traditional values with a modern, forward looking approach. This is a newly introduced, hands on and strategic role, ideal for a tech savvy individual who enjoys leading IT operations, supporting users and driving technology improvements across the organisation. You'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of IT infrastructure and systems, ensuring reliability, security and efficiency across the business. This varied and rewarding position also provides scope to lead projects, enhance systems and support a busy, collaborative working environment. Your Duties as IT Manager will include: Manage and support all IT operations including servers, networks, PCs, laptops and printers Provide application software support across Office 365, accounting and a third party ERP system Ensure the security and integrity of the company's data and technology infrastructure including implementing protective measures and ensuring legal/audited compliance Support and maintain the company website and e-commerce platforms Plan and implement IT and infrastructure projects including hardware installations, software updates and system improvements Provide reporting and data analysis for management teams Manage premises maintenance and coordinate with contractors and service providers Ensure the operations are running within health and safety regulations and employment law standards Experience and Skills required: Positive work ethic and ability to work independently and within a team Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Professional exposure in an IT role with a broad technical skillset In depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows server configuration and network environments Experience working with ERP and CRM systems Logical thinking and confident troubleshooting skills Strong planning, organisational and reporting abilities Forward thinking with an interest in emerging technologies and innovation Ability to lead change including introducing new technologies, upgrades and automation SQL database management skills (desirable but not essential) This is a full time, permanent position offering a competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience. Additionally, you'll gain the opportunity to work in a modern, newly built office and benefit from private health, company pension, regular company events and more. You'll be working as part of a supportive team in a successful business with a strong focus on innovation and operational excellence. The role offers variety, autonomy and the chance to lead meaningful technology projects in a company that values continuous improvement. Our Guarantee Thank you for your initial expression of interest in our available vacancy. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the current vacancy. However, we will consider all applications for any available opportunity, present or future, and proactively contact you should we deem there to be a suitable match. Here at Impression we are committed to supporting the principles of equal opportunities and prohibit discrimination/ harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
Company - Construction/Engineering Specialist Job Title - Service Desk Manager Location - Dartford Salary - £40k - £45k (Depending on experience) We have a new exciting for an experienced Service Desk Manager to join a growing company located in the Dartford area. The successful candidate will lead the companies support teams, ensuring consistently excellent customer service, SLA compliance, and optimal utilisation of technical resources-maintaining average SLA compliance of better than 95%, PPM adherence of 90%, first time fix rate of better than 75% and with a target engineer utilisation of at least 85%. Key Responsibilities Operational Management & SLA Oversight Ensure timely resolution of customer queries and incidents, consistently meeting or exceeding agreed SLAs. Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., first response time, resolution time, customer satisfaction) to drive continuous improvement. Resource & Utilisation Planning Maintain engineer utilisation at or above an average of 85% through accurate forecasting, dynamic scheduling, load balancing, and capacity planning. Team Leadership & Performance Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate your team. Provide coaching, performance reviews, and career development paths to build a motivated and effective team. Process Governance & Continuous Improvement Design, document, and optimise service desk processes. Conduct regular assessments (SWOT, gap analysis) to identify and implement improvements. Reporting & Stakeholder Alignment Produce and present regular performance and utilisation reports to senior leadership. Engage with internal teams to align support delivery with business goals and drive operational improvements. Customer Service Excellence Ensure team delivers timely, clear, courteous, and jargon-free communication. Take ownership of escalated or sensitive cases to maintain customer trust and satisfaction. Tools & Budget Management Oversee service desk tools (scheduling board, knowledge base, dashboards), manage licence and vendor relationships, and ensure cost-effective operations. Required Skills & Experience Proven leadership experience in managing busy service desk or support operations, ideally within technical or engineering environments. Strong understanding of Service Desk Management with experience applying incident, problem, change, and service-level management processes. Demonstrated success in meeting SLAs and managing resource utilisation efficiently. Excellent communicator-adept at managing internal and customer-facing interactions. Proficient in setting and analysing KPIs and performance metrics; experienced with service desk platforms. Skilled in creating process documentation and driving continual improvement. Budgeting and vendor management experience to oversee tools/licenses within business constraints. Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage escalations and drive satisfaction.
09/09/2025
Full time
Company - Construction/Engineering Specialist Job Title - Service Desk Manager Location - Dartford Salary - £40k - £45k (Depending on experience) We have a new exciting for an experienced Service Desk Manager to join a growing company located in the Dartford area. The successful candidate will lead the companies support teams, ensuring consistently excellent customer service, SLA compliance, and optimal utilisation of technical resources-maintaining average SLA compliance of better than 95%, PPM adherence of 90%, first time fix rate of better than 75% and with a target engineer utilisation of at least 85%. Key Responsibilities Operational Management & SLA Oversight Ensure timely resolution of customer queries and incidents, consistently meeting or exceeding agreed SLAs. Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., first response time, resolution time, customer satisfaction) to drive continuous improvement. Resource & Utilisation Planning Maintain engineer utilisation at or above an average of 85% through accurate forecasting, dynamic scheduling, load balancing, and capacity planning. Team Leadership & Performance Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate your team. Provide coaching, performance reviews, and career development paths to build a motivated and effective team. Process Governance & Continuous Improvement Design, document, and optimise service desk processes. Conduct regular assessments (SWOT, gap analysis) to identify and implement improvements. Reporting & Stakeholder Alignment Produce and present regular performance and utilisation reports to senior leadership. Engage with internal teams to align support delivery with business goals and drive operational improvements. Customer Service Excellence Ensure team delivers timely, clear, courteous, and jargon-free communication. Take ownership of escalated or sensitive cases to maintain customer trust and satisfaction. Tools & Budget Management Oversee service desk tools (scheduling board, knowledge base, dashboards), manage licence and vendor relationships, and ensure cost-effective operations. Required Skills & Experience Proven leadership experience in managing busy service desk or support operations, ideally within technical or engineering environments. Strong understanding of Service Desk Management with experience applying incident, problem, change, and service-level management processes. Demonstrated success in meeting SLAs and managing resource utilisation efficiently. Excellent communicator-adept at managing internal and customer-facing interactions. Proficient in setting and analysing KPIs and performance metrics; experienced with service desk platforms. Skilled in creating process documentation and driving continual improvement. Budgeting and vendor management experience to oversee tools/licenses within business constraints. Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage escalations and drive satisfaction.
Our Business Services team is a collective of creative, strategic, forward-thinking business enablers. Together the People & Culture, Clients & Markets, IT, Operations, Change Management, Innovation, Finance and Quality & Risk Management teams make it their mission to ensure Forvis Mazars has the right tools, technology, strategies, and services in place to deliver exceptional client service and future-proof our growing business. As an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) - Technology Risk Senior Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the maintenance and continuous improvement of an appropriate and resilient technology and cyber risk management framework. You will provide independent and proactive oversight, challenge and advisory support to technology stakeholders to identify, assess, manage and monitor technology risks. As a Senior Manager within ERM, you will have the opportunity to help develop and embed effective firmwide enterprise risk processes, risk culture, and maturity across the firm across all Service Lines by delivering proactive, high quality and value-added service as part of a maturing central Risk Function at Forvis Mazars. This internal facing role will principally involve working with the Enterprise Risk Director in helping to enhance and develop high-quality risk management processes, frameworks, and culture across the organisation, with a particular focus on technology risk and AI. This will include developing the strategic approach for Enterprise Risk Management reporting firmwide, developing a sustainable and value adding service for the business to manage its risk profile. You will report to the Enterprise Risk Director. They in turn report to the Executive Committee, Chair of the Risk and Quality Committee (RQC) as well as the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC), and Governance Council (GC). You will operate within the Second Line of Defence (2LoD) framework to deliver effective oversight and challenge to senior technology stakeholders across the organisation, ensuring that technology and cyber risk functions remain within the established risk appetite and that remediation strategies are adequate. Key Responsibilities Evaluate and document cyber security, technology and data governance control compliance according to Service Line, Firmwide, and Regulatory Policies and Standards. Lead the oversight and challenge of Information Security risk management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory expectations. For example ISO27001 and cyber Essentials + Developing risk measurement methodologies to model and continually enhance the technology and cyber risk profile Conduct oversight assessments of technology change and AI related projects to identify potential vulnerabilities, compliance issues, and ethical considerations. Stay up to date with relevant regulatory requirements, data protection laws, and industry standards, ensuring that all technology and AI change initiatives adhere to these requirements. Oversee the ethical implementation of AI, ensuring that concerns regarding bias, fairness, and transparency in AI algorithms and decision-making are appropriately addressed. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and relevant stakeholders regarding technology risk management activities, including identified risks and mitigation strategies. Maintain relationships with stakeholders to facilitate oversight and effectiveness of the technical control environment Validate that technology Key Risk Indicators are accurately captured and included in prioritisation activities Provide strategic risk management advice and guidance on technology and cyber risks, identifying emerging risks and required actions associated with advances in technology and digital capabilities Provide oversight, advice and guidance around the development of a robust data governance framework, ensuring high data quality and regulatory compliance. Support the Director of Enterprise Risk Management in promoting risk management practices and risk culture aligned with the firm's risk appetite and strategy. Provide people management responsibilities within the Enterprise Risk Management team. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Expertise in technology, data governance, information security, and AI risk management, including experience working within regulated industries. Professional/industry certification, or technology specific certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems (CRISC) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Experience engaging with and presenting to senior stakeholders, and challenging rationales as part of an independent function Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to technology, cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI. Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning, and data analytics. Self-motivated and with a desire to learn, ability to operate on multiple tasks whilst still achieving high delivery standards. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills Inclusion and Diversity At Forvis Mazars inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We recognise that being an inclusive and diverse organisation makes us stronger as a business. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience.
09/09/2025
Full time
Our Business Services team is a collective of creative, strategic, forward-thinking business enablers. Together the People & Culture, Clients & Markets, IT, Operations, Change Management, Innovation, Finance and Quality & Risk Management teams make it their mission to ensure Forvis Mazars has the right tools, technology, strategies, and services in place to deliver exceptional client service and future-proof our growing business. As an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) - Technology Risk Senior Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the maintenance and continuous improvement of an appropriate and resilient technology and cyber risk management framework. You will provide independent and proactive oversight, challenge and advisory support to technology stakeholders to identify, assess, manage and monitor technology risks. As a Senior Manager within ERM, you will have the opportunity to help develop and embed effective firmwide enterprise risk processes, risk culture, and maturity across the firm across all Service Lines by delivering proactive, high quality and value-added service as part of a maturing central Risk Function at Forvis Mazars. This internal facing role will principally involve working with the Enterprise Risk Director in helping to enhance and develop high-quality risk management processes, frameworks, and culture across the organisation, with a particular focus on technology risk and AI. This will include developing the strategic approach for Enterprise Risk Management reporting firmwide, developing a sustainable and value adding service for the business to manage its risk profile. You will report to the Enterprise Risk Director. They in turn report to the Executive Committee, Chair of the Risk and Quality Committee (RQC) as well as the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC), and Governance Council (GC). You will operate within the Second Line of Defence (2LoD) framework to deliver effective oversight and challenge to senior technology stakeholders across the organisation, ensuring that technology and cyber risk functions remain within the established risk appetite and that remediation strategies are adequate. Key Responsibilities Evaluate and document cyber security, technology and data governance control compliance according to Service Line, Firmwide, and Regulatory Policies and Standards. Lead the oversight and challenge of Information Security risk management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory expectations. For example ISO27001 and cyber Essentials + Developing risk measurement methodologies to model and continually enhance the technology and cyber risk profile Conduct oversight assessments of technology change and AI related projects to identify potential vulnerabilities, compliance issues, and ethical considerations. Stay up to date with relevant regulatory requirements, data protection laws, and industry standards, ensuring that all technology and AI change initiatives adhere to these requirements. Oversee the ethical implementation of AI, ensuring that concerns regarding bias, fairness, and transparency in AI algorithms and decision-making are appropriately addressed. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and relevant stakeholders regarding technology risk management activities, including identified risks and mitigation strategies. Maintain relationships with stakeholders to facilitate oversight and effectiveness of the technical control environment Validate that technology Key Risk Indicators are accurately captured and included in prioritisation activities Provide strategic risk management advice and guidance on technology and cyber risks, identifying emerging risks and required actions associated with advances in technology and digital capabilities Provide oversight, advice and guidance around the development of a robust data governance framework, ensuring high data quality and regulatory compliance. Support the Director of Enterprise Risk Management in promoting risk management practices and risk culture aligned with the firm's risk appetite and strategy. Provide people management responsibilities within the Enterprise Risk Management team. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Expertise in technology, data governance, information security, and AI risk management, including experience working within regulated industries. Professional/industry certification, or technology specific certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems (CRISC) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Experience engaging with and presenting to senior stakeholders, and challenging rationales as part of an independent function Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to technology, cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI. Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning, and data analytics. Self-motivated and with a desire to learn, ability to operate on multiple tasks whilst still achieving high delivery standards. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills Inclusion and Diversity At Forvis Mazars inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We recognise that being an inclusive and diverse organisation makes us stronger as a business. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience.
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
09/09/2025
Full time
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
09/09/2025
Full time
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
09/09/2025
Full time
Python Engineer - AI / ML - OCR - 6 month contract - outside IR35 I am working with a client in Edinburgh, looking for a skilled Python Engineer to join a team developing AI-powered automation services for large-scale document processing. The programme is focused on transforming how information is analysed and managed, applying advanced software engineering to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys building high-quality software in Python, working with cloud technologies, and contributing to the delivery of production-ready systems that use machine learning and data processing at scale. You will be working on Enhancing and scaling automation services that use text recognition, object detection and machine learning models. Developing and maintaining Python components to process, analyse and serve structured and unstructured data. Building APIs and integrations that connect AI models with wider digital platforms. Supporting live services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving reliability. Participating in cooperative development practices such as code reviews, pair programming, and technical design discussions. Contributing to research and experimentation that explores new ways to extend automation capability. I am keen to speak with candidates who have the following skills and experience Strong Python experience, including modern features such as async/await, decorators, and context managers. Knowledge of OCR, Object Detection, LLM solutions Solid grounding in data processing using libraries like Pandas and NumPy. Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar) and integrating with external services. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), serverless technologies, and containerised deployments. Knowledge of database integration (SQL and ORM frameworks). An understanding of good software engineering practices: testing, monitoring, CI/CD, and maintainable code design. Ability to share knowledge and support colleagues in an agile team environment. The role is based in Edinburgh and as part of their Hybrid work will require flexibility to travel to Edinburgh for workshops, planning, and team events. JBRP1_UKTJ
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Digital Services Support Manager Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities. Travel across the county will be required from time to time Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection About the team The Digital Services team are responsible for supporting all applications, infrastructure, and communications systems across the Community Protection Directorate (CPD) and Fire Collaboration (FC). This team delivers critical application and system support to Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, operating 24x7x365 to ensure the reliable mobilisation of fire engines and crews in response to emergencies. About the role We're looking for a proactive and experienced IT Support Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in managing IT operations, service delivery, and supplier relationships. This is a dynamic position that blends technical oversight, project management, and team leadership to ensure the smooth running of critical digital services across the organisation. You will be responsible: For the day-to-day support of all, applications, infrastructure and communications equipment Work and liaise with users, 3rd party providers, stakeholders and other team members to resolve technical issues and problems which have been escalated to you Creating technical designs and specifications Deliver projects within timescales and within budget Responsible for the Incidents and Problems process for Digital Services Be an active member of the Change Control Board, Service Reviews and Project meetings You will also be required to provide out of hours escalation support to the out of hours engineers on every other week About you Essential Strong knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, particularly ITIL v4. Proficient in using Service Management platforms such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or equivalent tools. Skilled in developing and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure service quality and accountability. Experienced in implementing and maintaining change control processes to support stable and secure service delivery Capable of chairing service review meetings with third-party vendors and partners to monitor performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement This role requires the ability to travel independently throughout the county including to locations, and during times, where public transport may not be available Desirable Hands-on experience working within Microsoft Azure environments, including familiarity with its services, architecture, and operational best practices Experience working with SQL databases, including querying and data management. Proficient user of Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint, with an understanding of collaboration and document management features. Familiarity with Fire Service practices and procedures, supporting operational effectiveness. Experience in supporting Fire Service-specific applications, ensuring reliability and user satisfaction Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination. Understanding of public sector procurement processes, including compliance and vendor engagement. Experience in asset management, including tracking, lifecycle management, and reporting.
09/09/2025
Full time
Job Title: Digital Services Support Manager Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities. Travel across the county will be required from time to time Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection About the team The Digital Services team are responsible for supporting all applications, infrastructure, and communications systems across the Community Protection Directorate (CPD) and Fire Collaboration (FC). This team delivers critical application and system support to Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, operating 24x7x365 to ensure the reliable mobilisation of fire engines and crews in response to emergencies. About the role We're looking for a proactive and experienced IT Support Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in managing IT operations, service delivery, and supplier relationships. This is a dynamic position that blends technical oversight, project management, and team leadership to ensure the smooth running of critical digital services across the organisation. You will be responsible: For the day-to-day support of all, applications, infrastructure and communications equipment Work and liaise with users, 3rd party providers, stakeholders and other team members to resolve technical issues and problems which have been escalated to you Creating technical designs and specifications Deliver projects within timescales and within budget Responsible for the Incidents and Problems process for Digital Services Be an active member of the Change Control Board, Service Reviews and Project meetings You will also be required to provide out of hours escalation support to the out of hours engineers on every other week About you Essential Strong knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, particularly ITIL v4. Proficient in using Service Management platforms such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or equivalent tools. Skilled in developing and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure service quality and accountability. Experienced in implementing and maintaining change control processes to support stable and secure service delivery Capable of chairing service review meetings with third-party vendors and partners to monitor performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement This role requires the ability to travel independently throughout the county including to locations, and during times, where public transport may not be available Desirable Hands-on experience working within Microsoft Azure environments, including familiarity with its services, architecture, and operational best practices Experience working with SQL databases, including querying and data management. Proficient user of Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint, with an understanding of collaboration and document management features. Familiarity with Fire Service practices and procedures, supporting operational effectiveness. Experience in supporting Fire Service-specific applications, ensuring reliability and user satisfaction Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination. Understanding of public sector procurement processes, including compliance and vendor engagement. Experience in asset management, including tracking, lifecycle management, and reporting.
Job Title: Radar Systems Engineer Location: Warton - on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established aerospace engineering firm, require an experienced Radar Systems Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team. The role presents opportunities to develop radar & sensing technologies, working with key partners & suppliers and customers and exposure to a wider range of internal and external stakeholders. Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals eligible for DV Clearance (no dual nationalities) What the role of the Radar Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Radar Systems Engineer will include: Maintaining relationships with and managing Radar activities undertaken by our suppliers and partners Developing the next generation of radar systems across the engineering lifecycle, from requirements, technology maturation through to design, development and implementation Providing technical expertise, supporting and / or leading in radar development activities, as part of a multi-functional engineering team Leading and supporting a team of engineers and engaging with international counterparts to develop the next generation of radar system Managing the creation of Engineering documents that form part of the Systems Engineering process and inputs to engineering lifecycle reviews You'll also have people manager responsibilities in this role What experience you need to be the successful Radar Systems Engineer: Essential: Experience of working with Radio Frequency (RF) systems, with a strong preference for working with Radar Systems A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience Systems engineering and engineering lifecycle experience Knowledge of systems engineering methods and tools (e.g. UML/SysML, MoDAF, MOOD, Matlab) Desirable: Experience of working in an agile environment Experience of working in early phases of the engineering lifecycle This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Radar Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
09/09/2025
Full time
Job Title: Radar Systems Engineer Location: Warton - on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established aerospace engineering firm, require an experienced Radar Systems Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team. The role presents opportunities to develop radar & sensing technologies, working with key partners & suppliers and customers and exposure to a wider range of internal and external stakeholders. Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals eligible for DV Clearance (no dual nationalities) What the role of the Radar Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Radar Systems Engineer will include: Maintaining relationships with and managing Radar activities undertaken by our suppliers and partners Developing the next generation of radar systems across the engineering lifecycle, from requirements, technology maturation through to design, development and implementation Providing technical expertise, supporting and / or leading in radar development activities, as part of a multi-functional engineering team Leading and supporting a team of engineers and engaging with international counterparts to develop the next generation of radar system Managing the creation of Engineering documents that form part of the Systems Engineering process and inputs to engineering lifecycle reviews You'll also have people manager responsibilities in this role What experience you need to be the successful Radar Systems Engineer: Essential: Experience of working with Radio Frequency (RF) systems, with a strong preference for working with Radar Systems A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience Systems engineering and engineering lifecycle experience Knowledge of systems engineering methods and tools (e.g. UML/SysML, MoDAF, MOOD, Matlab) Desirable: Experience of working in an agile environment Experience of working in early phases of the engineering lifecycle This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Radar Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
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