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We are recruiting for a Senior Business Analyst Consultant on behalf of one of our valued clients, a market-leading provider of IT Project Management Services, to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, meaning client sites are typically within reasonable travelling distance, allowing you to return home each day. Flexibility is essential, as the level of on-site presence will vary depending on client requirements and the nature of each project. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role As a Senior Business Analyst Consultant , you will work across a diverse portfolio of IT and digitally focused projects for our clients, taking a lead role in shaping, delivering, and embedding both business and technical change. Key responsibilities include: Defining project scope, managing change, and ensuring the appropriate level of challenge to business requirements Requirements gathering, including "As?Is" and "To?Be" analysis Running one to one customer interviews and facilitating workshops Creating and maintaining process flow diagrams, business requirements, and project documentation Undertaking process and functional efficiency reviews and providing recommendations for improvement Defining, documenting, and managing business and systems requirements Producing progress reports for stakeholders Undertaking project reviews, health checks, and process assessments Supporting the design, testing, and implementation of new processes and system requirements About You You will be a passionate, proactive, and experienced Senior Business Analyst Consultant , with a proven track record of leading and delivering complex, technical, and business critical projects . You will bring strong attention to detail and have at least 5-6 years' experience within an IT oriented environment. You will be experienced in: Delivery methodologies such as Agile, Lean, SDLC, and Kanban Working across the product development lifecycle Acting as a natural facilitator, able to engage stakeholders and encourage collaboration during workshops and discussions Supporting Product Owners to ensure solutions deliver clear organisational value Building strong client relationships and effectively managing stakeholders at all levels Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

Sitting within SSAFA s Welfare Operations directorate, you will be responsible for improving our approach to data within our Casework services. This will include reviewing our processes, data capture and systems and making recommendations for improvement, where appropriate. You will also provide robust evidence to support evidenced based decision-making through your data analysis and visualisation skills. Critically, you will bring this evidence to life, demonstrating what difference we make to beneficiaries. You will have the ability to discuss complex data in a way that is engaging and easy to understand for a variety of internal and external stakeholders. SSAFA has recently brought together colleagues in digital and data roles across the organisation to form a taskforce with the aim of using technology to help our staff and volunteers communicate, share information and collaborate, and to develop products and services so that we can reach more of the people we support increasing our impact. This role will have the opportunity to collaborate with these colleagues to deliver this aim with a particular focus on data and systems. Your goal will be to support a culture of continuous improvement informed by the work you do. SSAFA s current Strategic Plan highlights, Understanding Need, as a core area of importance for the charity. To support our work in this area, SSAFA has recently received funding to develop an impact framework for our Casework service to demonstrate the difference we make to the Armed Forces Community. You will form a key part of the team working to deliver this. About the team SSAFA s Welfare Operations directorate delivers direct support to our beneficiaries in the Armed Forces Community. You will be based in a team focussing on measuring the impact of this support and ensuring our senior management are provided with evidence to enable continuous improvement of our services. You will also collaborate with colleagues across the organisation, including IT, Fundraising and Marketing and Communications; all of whom will have an interest in your work and will use it to promote SSAFA. About you You will need to be experienced in data analysis and visualisation and have led projects focussing on improving data. You will be a good communicator and be able to approach diverse teams to understand their current practices and future needs with regards to data. Bringing the beneficiary experience to life through data, you will be confident in explaining your findings to non-experts to enable them to make informed decisions. About SSAFA SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2023 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families. SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way, they need us. Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business. SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve. Closing date: Midnight on 22 June . SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Interviews : TBC

Senior Business Intelligence Manager We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Business Intelligence Manager to lead our BI function and drive data-led decision making across the organisation. This is a leadership role suited to someone who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to manage and inspire high-performing data teams. You will be responsible for shaping the BI strategy, ensuring high-quality data governance, and delivering actionable insights that support business growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of BI developers and analysts Define and execute the Business Intelligence roadmap and data strategy Design and oversee scalable data models and reporting frameworks Deliver advanced dashboards and reports using Power BI Write and optimise complex SQL queries for analytics and reporting Ensure compliance with GDPR and best-practice data governance standards Oversee and support implementation of MDM (Master Data Management) tools Work closely with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, IT, and Commercial teams Collaborate on data integration initiatives, including exposure to SAP environments Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across systems Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Senior BI / BI Manager / Data Analytics leadership role Strong hands-on expertise in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, performance optimisation) Advanced SQL skills Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical teams Strong understanding of GDPR and data governance frameworks Experience with MDM tools and data management best practices Exposure to SAP data structures and integration Excellent data modelling skills (conceptual, logical, physical modelling) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Strong communicator who can build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels, including managing difficult conversations when required. Able to translate business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements and bridge the gap between business and technical teams. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change at short notice, and requirements are often evolving. Someone who rolls up their sleeves, takes ownership, and gets things done without needing constant direction. Thrives in ambiguity and can make progress even when not all the answers are available. Able to manage a mix of strategic initiatives and numerous smaller projects simultaneously, moving quickly and efficiently between competing priorities. Confident challenging stakeholders, including senior leaders, to ensure the right outcomes are achieved, and assumptions are tested. Resilient under pressure and able to remain calm and focused when dealing with demanding stakeholders or tight deadlines. Adaptable, pragmatic, and solutions-focused, with a strong bias towards action. Naturally curious, analytical, and willing to ask the difficult questions others may avoid. Passionate about continuous improvement, always looking for opportunities to enhance systems, streamline processes, improve documentation, and drive more efficient ways of working across the business. A creative thinker who is not afraid to think outside the box, brings forward new ideas, and proactively recommends practical solutions to business challenges and opportunities. It is important that the candidate is aware that the role is full time in Kings Hill, until probation (6 months) is passed and then one day per week, working from home. The salary band is 30k to 35k per annum.

Senior Data Engineer (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer with strong expertise in Python and Databricks to design, build, and optimise scalable data pipelines and platforms. You will play a key role in enabling data-driven decision-making by delivering reliable, efficient, and high-quality data solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Python and Databricks Build and optimise ETL/ELT workflows leveraging Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake) Develop robust data models and data architectures on Lakehouse platforms Implement and manage data workflows within the Databricks ecosystem Ensure high data quality, governance, and reliability across pipelines Optimise performance of large-scale distributed data processing Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to support analytics and ML Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for data systems Mentor junior engineers and drive engineering best practices Skills & Experience Extensive experience in data engineering Strong programming expertise in Python Hands-on experience with Databricks (workflows, notebooks, jobs, Delta Lake) Strong experience with Apache Spark / PySpark Experience building scalable ETL pipelines Proficiency in SQL and relational databases Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP) Experience with modern data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift) Familiarity with orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Databricks Workflows) Strong understanding of data modelling and lakehouse architecture Databricks certifications (e.g., Databricks Certified Data Engineer) Experience with streaming data pipelines (Kafka, Structured Streaming) Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices Knowledge of Delta Lake features (time travel, CDC, optimisation) Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Exposure to ML pipelines on Databricks Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

We are currently recruiting for Lead Software Engineers to work a 12-month contract with our client 40% on-site in any of five available locations in the UK. Overview This role is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of software solutions within a secure, government-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to building resilient, scalable, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards relating to controlled goods and exports. The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions Translate user needs into technical outcomes Build secure, test-driven, high-quality code Support and maintain live services (performance & stability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (BA, UCD, Developers) Oversee development across multiple workstreams Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes Ensure integration across complex systems Technical Environment Primary Stack: Python, Django Backend-focused with full-stack awareness Multiple user journeys (~27 Front End journeys) Government Digital Service (GDS) aligned delivery Team Structure Total team: ~27 people 4 Agile squads (~7 per squad) Typical squad includes: 3 × Senior Developers Business Analyst UCD Specialists (Content, Interaction, Design) Ways of Working Agile delivery model Daily stand-ups (~10am) Ticket-based workflow Collaborative problem-solving Focus on: Clean code Engineering standards Testing & documentation Key Requirements: Essential Strong Python and Django experience Proven system design capability (end-to-end) Strong collaboration and communication skills Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to contribute to secure, structured environments Minimum 5+ years' experience (ideally 8-10 years) Top 3 Evaluation Criteria Python & Django technical expertise System design and architecture capability Strong communication and teamwork skills Desirable Experience with GDS standards Public sector or defence-related experience Exposure to secure or regulated environments Domain Context Defence/government environment (eg MOD, HMRC) Focus on export control systems (weapons, aircraft, sensitive goods) Security-focused work contributing to national interest Candidate Profile T-shaped skill set (deep technical + broad system awareness) Strong delivery focus and efficiency Comfortable taking ownership and leading within squads Experience working in structured, governance-heavy environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).

Overview We are seeking a Senior Data Architect to join one of our client and lead the design and delivery of modern data platforms and analytics architectures within a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You will act as the Databricks champion within the business, shaping best practice, guiding delivery teams, and supporting stakeholders through pre-sales and solution definition. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end data architecture across lakehouse, warehouse, and streaming patterns, ensuring scalability, security, and governance. Act as Databricks champion: define standards, reference architectures, accelerators, and reusable assets. Lead architectural design for Databricks (workspaces, clusters, jobs, Delta Lake, Unity Catalogue, MLflow) and integrations with cloud services. Partner with pre-sales teams to shape propositions, run discovery, produce high-quality proposals, and present solutions to senior client audiences (pre-sales experience is essential). Translate business requirements into target-state data models, ingestion patterns, and semantic layers. Guide engineers on implementation, performance optimisation, cost control, CI/CD, and operational readiness. Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security controls (RBAC, encryption, auditing, lineage). Essential Requirements Significant Databricks experience required, including production-scale deployments and optimisation. Strong hands-on capability with Spark/SQL, Delta Lake, orchestration, and data engineering patterns. Extensive experience designing cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and integrating with enterprise systems. Proven stakeholder management and ability to communicate architecture to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with data modelling (dimensional, Data Vault, and/or domain-oriented approaches) and metadata management. Working knowledge of DevOps practices, infrastructure as code, and automated testing for data pipelines. Desirable Databricks Certifications highly desired (eg, Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Machine Learning, or Architect). Experience delivering governance frameworks, catalogue implementations, and operating models. Exposure to MLOps and analytics enablement.

Security Testing Analyst | London (Hybrid) | £30-35k We are working with a well-established cyber security consultancy that is looking for a Security Testing Analyst to join their growing security testing team. This is a hands-on role with a clear development path - ideal for someone with around one to two years of experience in vulnerability assessment or junior penetration testing who wants structured progression toward deeper VAPT capability in a real client environment. The consultancy works with clients across regulated industries and PE-backed businesses, delivering penetration testing, VAPT, GRC advisory, and AI security services. You'll be joining a team that invests in its people: mentoring, funded certifications, and a performance-based progression model, not a time-served one. About the Role: The primary focus of the role is vulnerability assessment, external attack surface management, scan management, finding validation, and remediation follow-up. Alongside that, you'll be carrying out practical penetration testing activity - particularly across external infrastructure and Internet-facing services - with direct mentoring from senior testers as you build out your capability. This isn't a role where you run a scan, export the report, and move on. You'll be expected to investigate findings properly, understand exploitability, reduce false positives, and produce technical summaries that hold up to scrutiny. The testing team operates to Crest methodology throughout. Early on the role will be office weighted so you can get comfortable with the team. Hybrid working will then be available once you are settled in. What You'll be Doing: Deliver VAPT, vulnerability assessment, and attack surface management services across a range of clients Conduct security testing of external infrastructure and Internet-facing services, including reconnaissance, enumeration, and vulnerability validation Configure, schedule, and monitor vulnerability scans, maintaining accurate asset inventories and scope records Triage and prioritise vulnerability findings, focusing on critical and high-severity issues Validate findings using approved methods, assessing exploitability and business impact Perform basic penetration testing activities under guidance, including reconnaissance and controlled validation Support external attack surface reviews, identifying exposed assets and prioritising remediation Produce clear summaries and documentation for internal teams, clients, and formal reports Assist senior penetration testers with research, evidence collection, and report writing Adhere to internal methodologies and industry frameworks, including NIST, OWASP, and Crest best practices What They're Looking For: 1-2 years' experience in vulnerability assessment, security testing, or junior penetration testing Good understanding of networking, operating systems, and web technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Linux, Windows) Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, AppCheck, or Qualys Familiarity with penetration testing tools including Kali Linux, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nikto, and Gobuster Understanding of CVEs, CVSS scoring, vulnerability prioritisation, and the OWASP Top 10 Ability to perform reconnaissance, enumeration, service analysis, and controlled validation of findings Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical reports Able to work methodically within defined scope and rules of engagement Certs like CPSA, PenTest+, eJPT or PNPT are a nice bonus, as is lab time on HTB or TryHackMe. Why This Role? Funded certs, direct mentoring from experienced testers, real client exposure from day one, and progression that's based on what you deliver - not how long you've been there. Apply now for immediate consideration! Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst - Bedfordshire Financial Planning & Reporting AnalystBedfordshire (Hybrid Working Available) Hays are working in partnership with a well-established, global organisation to recruit a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst to join their high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to step into a visible role, working closely with senior stakeholders and contributing directly to business decision-making. The Role Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting, alongside driving the forecasting and planning processes across the business. You'll partner with senior leadership and operational teams, providing analysis and insight to support performance, profitability and strategic decisions. Key responsibilities will include : - Supporting the production of forecasts across revenue, sales volumes, overheads and stock - Delivering detailed P&L analysis and management reporting - Monitoring actuals vs budget, identifying variances and key trends - Maintaining and developing forecasting models and reporting systems - Analysing sales performance across different regions and markets - Supporting revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS - Managing stock reporting and balance sheet reconciliations - Providing timely, accurate management information to support decision-making - Building strong relationships across the business and with international stakeholders - Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and controls About You We're looking for a proactive and analytical finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You will ideally have : - Experience in a similar finance or reporting role (minimum 3 years) - AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) and ideally studying towards a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) - Strong Excel skills (including look-ups and pivot tables) - Experience using accounting and reporting systems - A strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels - A collaborative mindset and a willingness to take ownership will be key to success in this role. What You'll Get in Return - Competitive salary and benefits package - Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making - Opportunity to develop within a global organisation - A supportive and collaborative team environment - Scope to drive improvements and make a real impact What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or get in touch for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Principal Security Engineer Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Principal Security Engineer to be based at their client's office in London, UK. This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the London office 4 days per week . This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP Day rate: Competitive Market rate Senior hands-on secure engineer responsible for secure-by-design and operational security across the programme. Validate every delivery activity from a cyber security perspective - from threat model at requirements capture, through architecture and design approval, build assurance, security testing, live validation, hyper-care, and operational handover to BAU and external assurance. The principal authority on threat modelling, control validation, and security evidence across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Key Responsibilities Operate as senior cyber architect and SME within the programme's structured operating model - actively engaged from requirements capture through to BAU handover, owning Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate. Break down each Master Programme Plan activity into discrete People/Process/Technology tasks viewed through a cyber security lens - define the validation and assurance criteria, embed them as DoD acceptance criteria, and evidence them before status can advance. Requirements: author threat model v1, control intent statement, and compensating controls; validate requirements against current operational baseline and monitoring posture. Architecture (LEAD): author security architecture, safeguard mapping, and trust boundaries; approve the threat model; chair Security Council review of the architecture pack. Design (LEAD): approve detailed security design, evidence template, and telemetry specification; validate operational controls in the design; confirm evidence-capture feasibility before build commences. Build: run periodic build-vs-design reviews, architecture drift checks, and re-approve changes; configure operational controls, prepare security testing, support agent rollout, validate log feeds. Test (LEAD): sign off that the security architecture is proven by test evidence; revalidate the threat model; lead security testing, penetration testing, control validation, and evidence pack creation. Deploy: provide production architecture sign-off; confirm final control mapping in Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM); run live security validation, monitoring tuning, alert calibration, and IR playbook readiness. Hyper-care (LEAD): address security-architecture defects, approve in-warranty changes; lead control monitoring and tuning; produce security evidence and establish Key Risk Indicator (KRI) baselines. Handover: hand architecture over to the Security Council, lodge the final threat model, ensure the CCM tile goes live; transition operational controls to L1 SOC operations with a complete evidence pack to external assurance. Liaise directly with external assurance providers on threat-model defensibility, control effectiveness, and evidence chain across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Chair or jointly chair the Security Council review at the architecture stage gate; participate in TDA decisions at the design stage gate. People: Led security engineering across the programme; senior peer to Security Solution Architects, Cyber Operations, and the MSSP L1 SOC interface. Process: Embedded structured operating-model discipline into every security validation and assurance step; Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate, no exceptions. Technology: Delivered secure-by-design as bui personally signed off every architecture and operational handover, with an audit-traceable evidence chain from threat model to live monitoring Key Requirements Essential Skills: 12+ years cyber engineering and security architecture experience at enterprise scale. 5+ years hands-on security design AND validation - comfortable both as architect (design authority) and as engineer (hands-on implementer). Direct experience with CIS Controls v8.1, NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27002 control frameworks. Threat modelling at scale - proven authorship using STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP - across multiple in-scope controls. Hands-on penetration testing, security testing, and control validation track record. Workflow discipline - operates comfortably within Definition-of-Done, evidence-at-gate frameworks. Exceptional executive-level interactions, presentation, and engagement - proven ability to influence CISO, Security Council, External Assurance, and cross-functional senior stakeholders across Procurement, Architecture, and Technology heads. Retail or large dispersed-estate enterprise experience strongly preferred. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) One of: CISM, CISA, CCSP, SABSA Practitioner, or CRISC One penetration-testing certification: OSCP, GIAC GPEN, or CEH (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Tooling & Methodology Proficiency: Hands-on with leading enterprise PM tools - Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or equivalent - and willing to adopt (the programme's tool) on the job at senior architect and SME level. End-to-end Agile delivery - Scrum/Kanban - combined with DevSecOps deep hands-on practice (security gates Embedded in CI/CD). SAFe PI Planning participation as the cyber security representative. Executive-grade MS PowerPoint - Security Council paper authoring, threat-model presentation, design narrative for Programme Board. Advanced dashboards and modelling - one or more of Advanced MS Excel, PowerBI, Python, or Copilot - for KRI baselines, control-effectiveness analytics, and risk reporting. Budgeting awareness - security control cost shaping and total-cost-of-ownership analysis . Desirable Skills: Direct hands-on experience at senior architect/SME level. Practical DevSecOps Foundation or SANS GIAC GCSA. SABSA for Architects. Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool/OWASP Threat Dragon authorship. PowerBI Data Analyst (PL-300) for KRI and risk dashboards. CompTIA CASP+ or PenTest+ GIAC GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or GREM AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer/Security Architect Expert BMC Helix Certified Professional (SecOps) ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer TOGAF 9.2 awareness Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Senior Python Engineer Contract Length : 12 months Location: 40% office-based p/w - London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Northeast. IR35: Inside *Public Sector Experience and relevant accreditation highly desirable* Excellent Rates *Urgent 12 Month contract - Interviewing and hiring now!* This is a *London * Hybrid based role with an excellent immediate start within a Public Sector organisation working on * Leading the design and delivery of scalable Python-based solutions * We're looking for an experienced.*Senior Python Engineer* to join a major government digital transformation programme delivering secure, high-impact services used across the UK. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the design, development, and evolution of complex digital platforms, working alongside multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative Agile environment. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design and delivery of scalable Python-based solutions Building secure, resilient and well-tested applications using Django Translating user and business needs into technical solutions Supporting live services, ensuring performance, stability and continuous improvement Collaborating with Developers, Business Analysts and User-Centred Design specialists Contributing to architecture decisions and technical best practice across multiple workstreams Driving engineering excellence through clean code, testing and documentation What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with.*Python and Django* Proven experience designing and delivering complex systems end-to-end Strong understanding of software architecture and engineering best practices Experience working within Agile, multidisciplinary teams Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in structured, security-conscious environments 5+ years' experience, ideally at Senior or Lead Engineer level Desirable Experience Government Digital Service (GDS) delivery environments Public sector, defence or highly regulated industries Experience working on secure programmes requiring enhanced pre-engagement screening and background verification Please send your CV or call Javaid to discuss further. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We champion differences in technology recruitment and work with clients who actively wish to diversify their talent force - ALL applicants are welcome to apply.

Are you a talented Software Engineer with active SC clearance seeking a challenging 12-month contract? Do you excel in leading development teams, delivering secure and scalable solutions, and thrive in government-focused environments? Role Join a dynamic team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining critical software solutions within a secure government setting. As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building resilient, high-quality, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards related to controlled goods and exports. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions using Python and Django Translate complex user requirements into effective technical outcomes Develop and maintain high-quality, test-driven code Support live services, ensuring performance, stability, and security Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, User-Centred Designers, and fellow Developers Oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring cohesive integration across systems Drive continuous improvements in systems, processes, and best practices What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer Strong proficiency in Python and Django Demonstrable experience delivering secure, scalable solutions in government or regulated environments Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Active SC clearance Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further

Job title: Workforce Management Analyst Contract length: Seat 1) 6 month contract; Seat 2) July - November contract Location: London (hybrid x3 days a week onsite) IR35: Inside Position Summary The Workforce Management Analyst plays a pivotal role in ensuring teams are resourced effectively to deliver business outcomes. This role focuses on resource management, forecasting, and proactive insight-driven decision support. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in ambiguity, confidently challenging assumptions, and influencing stakeholders to make timely, sometimes difficult, resourcing decisions. Success in this role requires strong analytical capability, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to turn complex data into compelling stories that shape planning, prioritisation, and workforce strategy. Key Responsibilities Resource Management & Forecasting Own accurate resource forecasting across assigned portfolios, ensuring visibility of current and future capacity, demand, and gaps. Provide scenario modelling, highlighting risks, trade-offs and required decisions. Proactively identify resource constraints and present clear recommendations to drive action. Maintain up-to-date workforce and assignment data using internal systems and tools. Partner with People, Finance, Chapter Leads and Portfolio Leads to validate demand and ensure alignment with priorities. Stakeholder Partnership & Influencing Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, using data and narrative to influence resourcing choices. Confidently push back, challenge assumptions and hold teams accountable for data quality and forecasting discipline. Support stakeholders through ambiguity, providing calm, structured and fact-based guidance. Insight, Storytelling & Decision Support Translate complex datasets into clear, compelling stories with a focus on 'what this means' for the business. Prepare insights, heatmaps, and presentations that support decision-making at portfolio and executive levels. Drive adoption of consistent resource management behaviours across teams. Ways of Working & Continuous Improvement Contribute to process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and visibility of resource data. Support adoption of tools such as Tempus (or similar), ensuring smooth processes during transition periods. Maintain high standards of data hygiene and challenge where data is incomplete or inconsistent. Qualifications Demonstrable experience in resource management, workforce planning, or a related analytical role within a technology or project environment. Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, modelling). Proven ability to interpret large datasets and produce actionable insights. Profiency in Powerpoint, experience presenting to and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment. Key Competencies Resource management expertise & forecasting discipline Stakeholder management & influencing Resilience and comfort in ambiguity ('working in the grey') Storytelling & insight communication Analytical thinking & problem solving Challenging constructively & confident pushback Data-driven decision-making Proactive continuous improvement mindset If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website. JBRP1_UKTJ

Ruleguard have an exciting opportunity for a Solutions Engineer to join the team based in London on a hybrid basis . You will join us on a full-time, permanent contract and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £100,000 - £120,000 per annum. The Solutions Engineer role: This is a pre-sales and solutions role sitting at the intersection of compliance expertise and technology. You will lead the technical and functional dimension of the sales process, running product demonstrations, shaping solution narratives, and ensuring that what we propose is grounded in industry realities and how the platform actually works. You will work closely with our sales team, providing the compliance depth and platform fluency that turns an interested prospect into a confident buyer. Responsibilities of our Solutions Engineer include: Demonstrations and Pre-Sales Engagement Lead product demonstrations across the full Ruleguard platform, tailoring the narrative to the prospect's regulatory profile, firm type, and priority compliance obligations Prepare thoroughly for each demo, researching the prospect's context and structuring the session around their specific pain points rather than a generic feature walkthrough Handle functional and technical questions during demonstrations with confidence, distinguishing clearly between current platform capability and the product roadmap Work with sales colleagues to plan and sequence the pre-sales process, advising on when and how to deploy demonstrations, proof-of-concept exercises, and follow-up sessions Coach and support sales colleagues through demonstrations where a subject matter lead is not present, providing briefing materials, talk tracks, and objection-handling guidance Configure AI agents using goals, intent, constraints, guardrails and context to demonstrate real efficiencies that this technology can bring to our clients Solution Design and Proposals Translate prospect requirements into clear, well-structured solution design and scoping documents for internal use and client presentation Map client workflows to platform capabilities, identifying where configuration can meet requirements directly, where bespoke approaches are needed, and where gaps exist Contribute to proposal and RFP responses, providing the functional and technical content that underpins the commercial offer Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering teams to surface recurring customer requirements, implementation patterns, and opportunities for product enhancement. Support proof-of-concept and implementation activities, helping clients configure workflows, troubleshoot issues, and optimise operational adoption. Translate complex compliance and operational requirements into scalable platform configurations, workflow logic, governance controls, and solution designs. Work with clients to operationalise Ruleguard within real-world enterprise environments, including integration into internal systems, workflows, data sources, and approval processes. Maintain a working knowledge of how Ruleguard is configured across different client types, using that pattern recognition to sharpen pre-sales conversations Platform Knowledge and Collateral Develop and maintain deep working knowledge of the Ruleguard platform across all solution modules, including regulatory change, policy management, conflicts of interest, personal account trading, gifts and entertainment, and related areas Stay current with regulatory developments relevant to Ruleguard's client base, ensuring that demonstrations and solution narratives reflect the compliance environment prospects are operating in Contribute to the development of demo environments, scenario libraries, and pre-sales collateral, improving the quality and consistency of how the platform is presented to market What we are looking for in our Solutions Engineer: Compliance and Domain Knowledge Prior experience working within or alongside a risk or compliance function in financial services, whether as a compliance analyst, associate, or officer, or in a consulting or advisory role serving compliance teams Solid working knowledge of core compliance disciplines including regulatory change management, conflicts of interest, policy and procedure governance, and employee monitoring Familiarity with the regulatory environment relevant to asset managers, wealth managers, broker-dealers, or similar regulated firms Genuine curiosity about how regulation is evolving and how technology can help compliance teams keep pace Pre-Sales and Client-Facing Skills Confident and credible in front of senior compliance and risk stakeholders, able to lead a conversation rather than present slides Able to read a room, adapt a demonstration in real time, and handle questions without losing the thread of the narrative Clear written communication; produces documentation that is precise, well-organised, and appropriate for a client audience Technical and Analytical Comfortable learning and administering SaaS platforms; picks up new systems quickly and applies that knowledge practically Proficient with data, dashboards, and reporting, and able to work with the outputs of a compliance platform and interpret them for a client audience Comfortable troubleshooting complex SaaS implementations across integrations, workflow configuration, user permissions, and data quality issues. Familiarity with workflow automation, AI-assisted operations, or agentic SaaS concepts, including approval flows, retrieval-driven workflows, permissions, and human-in-the-loop controls. Familiar with AI tools and their application in compliance operations and the broader GRC technology market Organised and methodical; able to manage multiple pre-sales engagements in parallel without losing track of detail or follow-up If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Solutions Engineer - we d love to hear from you!

Commercial Data Analyst Our client is a growing construction and development business seeking a Commercial Data Analyst to support the commercial and operational teams across a portfolio of construction projects throughout the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional with a background in the construction industry who can turn project and commercial data into meaningful insights that support business performance and decision-making. Please note: Previous experience within the construction, civil engineering, housebuilding or infrastructure sectors is essential for this role. The Role Working closely with Commercial Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Operational Teams, you will be responsible for analysing project data, producing reports and identifying trends that help improve project performance, cost control and profitability. Key Responsibilities Analyse commercial and operational data across multiple construction projects Produce reports, dashboards and performance metrics for senior management Support project cost reporting, forecasting and budgeting activities Identify trends, risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Teams to support decision-making Develop and improve reporting processes and data systems Ensure accuracy and consistency of project and commercial data Present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Requirements Previous experience as a Data Analyst, Commercial Analyst or similar role Essential construction industry experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels Commercial awareness and understanding of project-based environments Desirable Experience supporting Quantity Surveying or Commercial functions Knowledge of project costing, forecasting and commercial reporting Familiarity with ERP or project management systems What's on Offer? Salary circa 40,000 Opportunity to join a growing and successful construction business Long-term career development opportunities Exposure to a wide range of construction projects Supportive and collaborative working environment If you have a strong analytical background and, most importantly, experience working within the construction sector, we would be keen to hear from you.

East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber Key Responsibilities As a Business Analyst in Justice Digital, Data and Science you'll work within a multi-disciplinary product or service team, either independently or contributing to large scale transformations. Business Analysts typically: Undertake analysis to understand how a business area works, considering the people, organisation, processes, information, data and technology Identify and elaborate user and business needs to enable effective design, development and business change Ensure new products and services meet business and user needs, and are aligned with organisational goals Understand any business and policy constraints that need to be considered, and assess the implications Collaborate on prioritisation to agree minimum viable product and sprint features Identify areas for improvement, explore feasible options, analyse the effects of change and define success measures Manage stakeholder relationships and have a good understanding of your work area Contribute to the business analysis community including sharing best practice and mentoring others Take ownership for improving your own knowledge of business analysis and agile principles, methods and tools and play an active role within the Business Analysis community in sharing knowledge and supporting other members If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential Delivering analysis within different delivery approaches - assessed at pre-sift and sift You have experience delivering business analysis within a digital, multidisciplinary team using different delivery methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban. You understand how products and services are delivered through these approaches and can adapt how you work and the outputs you produce to suit your team's delivery method. You work effectively with other roles, adjusting your approach to ensure value is delivered at pace. ( Adapting to delivery methodologies) Understanding systems and data - assessed at interview You analyse how digital systems and data work, including what they currently do and what they need to do in future. You create clear models and documentation to support shared understanding across the team. Working with others in a multidisciplinary team, you identify gaps in functionality and user experience and explain the impact of these to support better decisions. ( Digital and data systems analysis ) Defining and managing business and user needs - assessed at interview You can elicit, analyse, challenge and validate business and user needs, working through areas of conflict where they arise. You can define and manage a range of requirements artefacts, such as problem statements, epics, features, user stories, acceptance criteria and non-functional requirements, to clearly communicate needs. You ensure requirements are managed and traceable in line with agreed approaches, and you can facilitate the prioritisation of needs with minimal supervision. ( Defining and managing business needs, user needs and requirements ) Using business modelling to support understanding and decision making - assessed at interview You can select and apply appropriate business modelling techniques to support analysis, decision making and stakeholder understanding. You can elicit the right information and create clear models and diagrams that represent processes, relationships, information and interactions across the organisation. (Business modelling) Communicating clearly and influencing effectively - assessed at interview You communicate in a clear, honest and engaging way, adapting your style and methods to suit different audiences, including senior stakeholders. You ensure communication has a clear purpose, check understanding and encourage the use of appropriate digital and non-digital channels. You share information respectfully and positively, taking account of different perspectives and needs. (Communicating and influencing) Working collaboratively with others - assessed at sift and interview You work collaboratively within your own team and across professions, building strong professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You actively share information, encourage joined-up working and contribute to a positive team environment where people feel valued, supported and respected. You are comfortable working independently when required, while remaining connected to wider team goals. (Working together) Improving services and processes - assessed at interview You work with others to identify where services and processes can be improved and made more efficient. You use technology and new ideas to simplify ways of working, encouraging suggestions from a wide range of people. You explain changes clearly and support colleagues to adapt, creating an environment where people feel comfortable sharing ideas and challenging how things are done, while considering the impact of changes on different users. ( Changing and improving ) Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance. We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor. Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more here about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy .

Location Hybrid working out of any Scottish Forestry office, with occasional travel to our Edinburgh office (Saughton House) required. About the job Job summary About the team This post sits in the Digital Transformation Team within the Transformation and Corporate Services function in Scottish Forestry (SF). This function is responsible for leading organisation-wide change and improvement. The Digital Transformation team (DTT) provide development, maintenance and support of operational delivery systems, in particular SF's case management system, as well as management information systems. The Test Manager post will report to the Digital Service Manager and will lead the test team and be responsible for assuring and minimising the potential risk of systems delivered by development teams or 3rd party vendors. Job description What you will do The Test Manager is responsible for defining, implementing, and overseeing the testing strategy and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality digital services. This is a hands-on Test Manager role, requiring both strategic coordination and detailed test execution. This role ensures that all products and systems meet agreed standards, function as intended, and provide a seamless experience for users. The Test Manager will lead the test team, manage all testing phases and approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to align testing activities with business priorities and project timelines. Main Duties Key Focus Areas: Lead system testing strategy and planning, involving key roles across the DTT; Head of Innovation, Head of PMO, Senior Business Analyst, Digital Services Manager Develop and manage comprehensive test plans, leading test team to deliver, and working with Developers, Product Owner, Live Support team Team Management: Lead, mentor, and line manage tester(s), ensuring effective resource allocation and skills development. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate testing progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to project teams and senior management. Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to align testing activities with delivery timelines. Collaborate with Product Owner and Live Support Manager to prepare and plan release schedules. Coordinate with colleagues in L&SD, Live Support, SMEs, and Operational Leads to plan learning programme which provides a good experience to new staff, ongoing learning for existing staff and case type specific learning when new functionalities are released. Person specification Success Profile The Success Profile below set outs the essential and desirable elements that make up the vacant position - you'll be expected to demonstrate these element in your application and/or during your interview and/or assessment. Experience Essential: Proven experience in software testing, within a management or coordination role. Experience in enterprise-level systems or case management platforms. Experience in use of automated testing tools. Familiarity with business-critical systems and compliance requirements. Strong experience coordinating User Acceptance Test (UAT) with business users. Demonstratable experience creating and managing test plans, scripts, and execution cycles. Previous involvement in digital transformation projects or large-scale system rollouts. Experience of using recognised project and programme methodologies (i.e. Agile, Prince 2). Desirable: Test Manager or equivalent certification e.g. ISTQB or ISEB. Experience with Agile/Scrum environments. Knowledge of risk-based testing. Familiar with exploratory testing techniques. Understanding of public sector systems or regulatory frameworks. Knowledge and experience of Jira Knowledge and experience of delivering government digital standards, for example SG Digital Scotland Service Standard or GDS Digital by Default.