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People Projects Business AnalystApplylocations: Warrington - Clearwater 4time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101087United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure - Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance. Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know - we want this to be the best possible experience for you. Shape the future of People transformation through data, insight and innovation. We're looking for a People Projects Business Analyst to join our People team and play a key role in delivering strategic people initiatives across the Group. Working closely with the People Projects Business Partner and Head of People Services, you'll combine data analysis, business partnering and project support to help drive our People Strategy.From Workday optimisation and workforce planning to organisational change and people analytics, you'll provide the insight and governance needed to deliver projects that make a real impact. What you'll be doing Deliver insightful people analytics, dashboards and executive reporting. Analyse workforce, reward, engagement and organisational data to identify trends and opportunities. Support the delivery of People transformation projects, including Workday optimisation and process improvements. Gather and document business requirements for systems and change initiatives. Track project milestones, risks and benefits to ensure successful delivery. Support workforce planning, headcount reporting and annual people processes, including salary reviews, bonus cycles and Gender Pay Gap reporting. Coordinate testing, data validation and user acceptance for system enhancements. Help improve people processes, reporting and data quality across the business. What we're looking forYou'll have experience in a Business Analyst, People Analyst, HRIS Analyst or similar role, with a passion for using data to improve business performance.You'll also bring: Experience supporting business change, transformation or systems projects. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insights. Experience using Workday or a similar HRIS platform. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools would be an advantage. Why join us?This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business undergoing significant growth and transformation, where you'll have the chance to influence strategic decisions, work on high-profile projects and help shape the future of our People function.If you're passionate about data, projects and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

The Company Christie's, the world's largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business. Why This Role Matters Technology currently engages more than 250 suppliers supporting critical business operations and strategic technology initiatives. The Senior Vendor Management Analyst plays a key role in ensuring suppliers deliver value, meet contractual obligations, and support the successful delivery of Christie's technology strategy. This includes overseeing supplier governance, financial analysis, contract compliance, and operational performance across a diverse supplier portfolio. The role is responsible for analysing and managing Technology capital expenditure, including oversight of more than 15,000 supplier invoices annually. Through detailed financial analysis and supplier performance management, the role identifies cost-saving opportunities, challenges expenditure where appropriate, and helps optimise the return on technology investments. As a senior member of the Vendor Management function, the role acts as a trusted partner to Technology, Finance, Procurement and vendor stakeholders, providing commercial insight and governance support across major technology programmes and operational services. The position is critical in supporting a fast-paced Technology organisation undergoing significant business and technology transformation. The role leads supplier onboarding activities, supports contract and Statement of Work management, coordinates due diligence and governance processes, and ensures suppliers meet Christie's operational, commercial and compliance requirements. Without this role, key technology projects and service delivery initiatives would face increased risk, delays and cost inefficiencies. How You'll Make an Impact Lead supplier onboarding activities, ensuring appropriate commercial, financial and governance controls are completed. Manage relationships with key technology suppliers and service providers, acting as an escalation point for operational and commercial issues. Manage P2P daily/monthly activities. Perform detailed financial analysis of technology spend, identifying trends, risks, optimisation opportunities and potential cost savings. Oversee the processing, validation and governance of technology supplier invoices and capital expenditure. Manage contingent worker billing, timesheet validation and associated financial controls. Provide governance oversight for third-party managed service providers and outsourced service arrangements. Support contract renewals, Statements of Work, supplier negotiations and commercial reviews in partnership with Procurement. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across vendor management, financial operations and procurement processes. Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced team members on vendor management processes and best practice. What you'll bring to the team Essential Significant experience in vendor management, supplier governance, financial operations or technology commercial management. Strong financial analysis and spend management capability. Experience managing supplier relationships and performance reviews. Understanding of procurement, contract management and supplier lifecycle processes. Experience supporting technology projects and third-party service providers. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at multiple levels. Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills. Advanced Excel and reporting skills. Experience operating in a fast-paced technology environment. Desirable Experience in Technology Procurement or Vendor Management Office functions. Knowledge of Capex and Opex financial management. Experience with supplier due diligence, onboarding and governance frameworks. JDE system experience. Experience supporting outsourced services and managed service providers. What’s great about working for us 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec d 2nd Jan) 89; in addition to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable) Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year) Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie's) Private Health Insurance - no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members Dental Insurance - (may be extended at personal cost) Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury after 12 months Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day Employee Assistance Programme - access to personal advice and support services including counselling Eyecare vouchers (once a year) Cycle to Work scheme Christie's Extras - discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops Robust family first policy: 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave 16 weeks full pay, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave, Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year, The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea Christie's reserves the right to change company benefits at any time Close Date: 2nd August Christie's is the world's leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories - including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables - as well as a long and successful history of private sales. Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai.

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure - Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance. Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know - we want this to be the best possible experience for you. We're looking for a People Projects Business Analyst to join our People team and play a key role in delivering strategic people initiatives across the Group. Working closely with the People Projects Business Partner and Head of People Services, you'll combine data analysis, business partnering and project support to help drive our People Strategy. From Workday optimisation and workforce planning to organisational change and people analytics, you'll provide the insight and governance needed to deliver projects that make a real impact. What you'll be doing Deliver insightful people analytics, dashboards and executive reporting. Analyse workforce, reward, engagement and organisational data to identify trends and opportunities. Support the delivery of People transformation projects, including Workday optimisation and process improvements. Gather and document business requirements for systems and change initiatives. Track project milestones, risks and benefits to ensure successful delivery. Support workforce planning, headcount reporting and annual people processes, including salary reviews, bonus cycles and Gender Pay Gap reporting. Coordinate testing, data validation and user acceptance for system enhancements. Help improve people processes, reporting and data quality across the business. What we're looking for You'll have experience in a Business Analyst, People Analyst, HRIS Analyst or similar role, with a passion for using data to improve business performance. Experience supporting business change, transformation or systems projects. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insights. Experience using Workday or a similar HRIS platform. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools would be an advantage. Why join us? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business undergoing significant growth and transformation, where you'll have the chance to influence strategic decisions, work on high-profile projects and help shape the future of our People function. If you're passionate about data, projects and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation. Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you've come to the right place. A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development - because together, we achieve more. United Infrastructure operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be considered a gift and the candidate will be deemed to have been introduced directly. No fees will be payable in these circumstances.

We are currently looking for a HR Data Analyst to join a fast-paced, collaborative HR Operations team within a large and well-established organisation. This role reports directly into the Director of HR Operations and plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency and governance of HR data across the business. As an HR Data Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring that employee data across key systems - including Workday and other HR platforms - is accurate, reliable and audit-ready. Day to day, you will analyse HR datasets, identify inconsistencies, investigate root causes and implement improvements to ensure the organisation has a trusted foundation for reporting and HR analytics. Working closely with HR Operations, Payroll and wider business stakeholders, the HR Data Integrity Specialist will act as the go to person for data quality, helping the organisation build stronger data standards and more reliable reporting capabilities. This is a highly analytical and technical role that would suit someone who enjoys solving complex data problems and improving processes through better data governance. The Opportunity In this role you will own HR data quality across multiple systems and play a key role in improving how HR data is structured, maintained and used. Responsibilities Conduct deep dive audits of HR data including employee records, compensation structures and organisational hierarchies. Investigate data inconsistencies and root causes, working with HR and payroll teams to improve data entry processes. Ensure data consistency across HR systems, including HRIS, payroll and benefits platforms. Design exception and validation reports to identify missing, duplicated or illogical HR data. Implement remedial actions and process improvements to prevent recurring data issues. Support HR data governance and compliance, including GDPR and audit trail requirements. Act as a subject matter expert for HR data standards, helping create documentation, data dictionaries and guidance for HR teams. Benefits Hybrid working environment. Opportunity to work within a large, complex organisation. Exposure to Workday and enterprise HR systems. Opportunity to influence data governance and HR analytics foundations. Collaborative HR and technology environment. Professional development and training opportunities. Skills and Experience Experience working in HR data, HRIS, HR operations or data analyst roles. Strong data quality, data governance or data auditing experience. Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Power Query and complex formulas). Experience working with HR systems such as Workday or other HCM platforms. Strong analytical mindset and ability to identify patterns or inconsistencies in datasets. Ability to communicate technical data issues clearly to non technical HR stakeholders. Experience working with Workday HRIS environments.

IT Application Support Application Deadline: 31 July 2026 Department: Technology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Bradford Reporting To: Chris Moran Compensation: £30,000 - £43,000 / year Description Advanced Supply Chain Group offer a complete end-to-end supply chain service, from source to shelf, covering all aspects of supply chain management, global logistics, fulfilment, and value-added services, allowing our customers to maximise the opportunities that exist in today's technology-enabled marketplace. Using our unique intelligent supply chain model, we design innovative solutions to complex challenges, unlock new opportunities, and speed up and streamline existing processes by removing complexity from the supply chain. It all adds up to providing a service that is "Better, Faster, Cheaper" than our competitors. Our core values drive everything we do. We believe in promoting a supportive environment for our colleagues, delivering exceptional service to our customers, contributing to the community, and working towards a more sustainable environment. If you share these values and are passionate about making a positive impact, we'd love to have you on our team. About the role This is a brilliant opportunity to get hands on with the software that keeps a major supply chain business moving. As an Application Support Analyst you will be compensated with a salary of £43,000 and you'll join a growing, genuinely capable team of support analysts, software developers and QA specialists, all working together to support and improve the systems we've built in-house. Based at our Bradford site, you'll support our Azure-hosted Warehouse Management and Transport software, the platforms our operation depends on every day. Using .NET and T SQL, you'll dig into the code to find and fix defects yourself, or elevate to the development team when needed, all tracked through ServiceNow and Jira. Over time, your mission is a satisfying one: steadily driving down the number of known bugs and defects across our systems. No two issues are ever quite the same, and you'll be supporting colleagues across multiple sites, so if you enjoy solving problems, getting to the root of things and seeing the difference your work makes, you'll love it here. Best of all, it's a real chance to sharpen your skills and work with the latest technologies alongside people who know their craft. Supporting and enhancing our in house software in a structured way, in line with our existing standards Getting stuck into data handling and transactional systems, identifying and fixing defects, or escalating them to the development team when needed Working in an agile way, both on your own and as part of a small team, to keep our software high quality across a variety of projects Joining the daily stand ups to share your progress, what's coming next, and flag any blockers Always keeping that longer term goal in sight: reducing the number of known bugs and defects across our systems What we need from you The essentials A real problem solver at heart C#.NET or Microsoft Visual Basic .NET development, plus ASP.NET and object oriented programming Solid experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T SQL, and a good grasp of relational databases and the .NET Framework A proven track record working on data handling and transactional systems Nice to have Exposure to Compact Framework 3.5, WinForms .NET, .NET Web Services and ADO.NET Front end know how - jQuery / JavaScript, Knockout.js (or similar) and TypeScript Experience of agile frameworks (SCRUM) and source control (TFS, GIT or SVN) A degree in Computing or a related subject, or Microsoft certification, though neither is essential if you can show us what you've done The kind of person you are Confident, and someone who works well as part of a team A good communicator who keeps people in the loop Pragmatic and self organised, with a sensible approach to getting things done What we offer At Advanced, your journey begins with a warm welcome and a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to set you up for success from day one. But it doesn't stop there-we're committed to your continuous growth, offering ongoing training and development to help you sharpen your skills and reach your full potential. We understand the significance of maintaining a healthy work/life balance, which is why we offer a hybrid working model for our office staff. We know that time to recharge is essential for your wellbeing. That's why, in addition to your 25 days annual leave, we offer the option to purchase additional days-giving you flexibility to take the breaks you need. We believe that family matters, our enhanced maternity package offers six months of full pay, giving you the time and peace of mind to focus on your growing family. New dads and partners also receive two weeks full paternity pay, so you can be there for those important first moments. And because we love celebrating our people, you'll get your birthday off, completely on us - enjoy your special day, work free! Planning for your future has never been easier-or more rewarding. Through our salary sacrifice pension scheme, meaning you pay less tax overall, while still investing in your future. You'll be joining a team where collaboration, openness, and support are part of everyday life-because great work happens when people feel connected and inspired.

Senior BI Developer As part of our continued growth and investment in our data and analytics capabilities, we're recruiting for an experienced Senior BI Developer to join our dynamic direct-to-consumer (D2C) business. This is a key opportunity to play a central role in shaping how data is leveraged to drive insight, inform decisions, and support ongoing business success. As the Senior BI Developer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining the data assets that underpin our reporting, analytics, and customer marketing capabilities. You'll work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, develop best-in-class data products, and produce engaging and accurate reporting used by our teams and senior managers to track performance and make strategic decisions. You'll also form a key part of our wider data community, ensuring that our organisational data supports our ambitious growth targets. And most importantly you will contribute to our company data strategy by supporting colleagues to become even more data literate and ensuring they have reliable and relevant data and reporting at their fingertips. What you'll be doing Working closely with internal stakeholders to define and deliver the data products and reports which meet their needs Collaborating with data engineers and integration specialists within the team and across the wider business to deliver data pipelines, ETL processes and data models that meet requirements Developing and maintaining a suite of engaging Power BI dashboards including enterprise level semantic models along with user and data permissions management Owning and continuously improving the data models including data and KPI definitions ensuring consistency of use Supporting analysts and researchers in the team with data-driven initiatives, ensuring they have the data at hand to complete projects Developing, maintaining, and adhering to robust data and delivery processes including testing, monitoring, documentation, and issue resolution. Contributing to the overall data literacy of the business by ensuring data and dashboards are understood and adopted Supporting our wider company data strategy by contributing and adhering to our data development frameworks, and engaging with Data Governance to resolve quality and integrity issues What we're looking for We're looking for someone with a broad range of competence, knowledge and skills which would help you succeed in this role, but it is not critical to meet every single criteria listed below. We encourage a wide range of applicants. Proven mid to senior level experience in data engineering, data architecture design and delivery, and BI within a data-intensive environment Working with data from multiple systems and structures and at different velocities including near real time Strong knowledge of data architecture (Snowflake is preferred), SQL development, security, and process optimisation Advanced SQL development including query development and optimisation, stored procedures, and performance tuning Expert knowledge of end-to-end enterprise BI using Power BI including semantic modelling, DAX, Power Query, data visualisation best practice, report development, and performance optimisation Advanced data modelling including dimensional modelling, star schema design, database layers, and data mart development Knowledge of BI solution delivery methodologies including requirements and discovery, Agile delivery, testing, deployment, and post-production support Strong understanding of data governance and security frameworks including data quality, metadata management, lineage, user and permission management, compliance, and access controls Excellent documentation skills with the ability to create and maintain solution designs, data dictionaries, business glossaries and technical standards Strong stakeholder management, communication and business partnering skills with the ability to translate business requirements into data solutions Experience of marketing orchestration platforms (e.g. Bloomreach) or reverse ETL tools (e.g. HighTouch) is desirable Knowledge of marketing and digital data (e.g. Google Analytics, BiqQuery) would be advantageous Change management using JIRA and Confluence would be an advantage Experience using and implementing AI agents for code creation and process efficiency would be advantageous What we offer 25days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays 6% Pension with matched contributions Discretionary bonus scheme Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE) Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare Free onsite gym Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) Travel and bike loan schemes Employee Assistance Programme Life at AJ Bell Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties Learning and development opportunities tailored to you Casual dress code Friendly, supportive team environment Our ways of working We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office. For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships. Inclusion & diversity We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential.

IT Service Management Analyst Overview of Responsibilities Fusion, the process that powers the sun and stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research organisations to achieve ground breaking advancements. As part of the IT Service Management (ITSM) Group within the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) Unit, the IT Service Management Analyst supports the development, design, configuration, operation and continuous improvement of ITSM processes, systems and practices across UKAEA. The role involves enhancing service delivery, improving performance reporting and driving continual improvement activities, while collaborating with divisions across the organisation to shape their ITSM offerings. What You'll Be Doing HND (or equivalent experience) in IT Operations, a STEM discipline or related field. ITIL v4 (or v3) Foundation certification or higher. Practical experience supporting IT Service Management processes and ITSM tooling. Experience configuring, supporting or administering enterprise IT systems, with an understanding of Identity and Access Management technologies such as Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Experience producing service reporting and performance analysis using tools such as Excel, Power BI or Tableau (advantageous). Knowledge of IT service delivery, project lifecycles and ITSM controls (beneficial). UK Security Vetting (UKSV) is required, including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data. The role is based at Culham, Oxfordshire but candidates located at other UKAEA sites may be considered. Benefits Salary of £43,702 inclusive of a £3,300 specialist allowance. Up to 7% corporate performance bonus. Defined benefits pension scheme with an equivalent of 21.5% employer pension contribution. 25 days annual leave, 2.5 privilege days and eight Bank Holidays. Three days of site closure over Christmas break. Flexible working options and family friendly leave provisions. Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion UKAEA's mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds to help us achieve this goal. We are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and strive to ensure fair representation across our workforce. Please email if you have any questions or require adjustments to help you participate fairly in our recruitment process, for example changes to the way we interview or share information. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in STEM, including women and people from diverse ethnic backgrounds. All appointments are made on merit. Location and Working Arrangement UKAEA is an onsite organisation and this role requires regular onsite presence (usually between three to five days per week) in line with business needs. We actively support flexible working arrangements where this is compatible with the role.

Principal Business Analyst Department: Product & Delivery Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London or Manchester UK About us Transform is a fresh alternative to Big Consulting. As an end-to-end transformation partner, we define, design, build and operate systems that solve our clients' toughest challenges and seize their biggest opportunities. That often means combining strategy, data, AI, technology, and change management. Sometimes we manage and operate the systems we create; other times, we hand it over for the client to run - standing by to make improvements when things change. It all comes down to making an impact: improving lives, supporting citizens, streamlining workflows, and making the world a better place. We specialise in public sector and public facing organisations-from government agencies and local authorities to energy, utilities, transportation and healthcare. We also work for some of the world's most dynamic brands across automotive, retail, financial services, and consumer goods. We work closely (often on site) with our clients; to deliver impact you are keen to help us build the workforce of the future, we should talk. We're all in! That's what gets us out of bed every day. We hope you feel the same. Description We are looking for a Principal Business Analyst to join our growing Product and Delivery practice. As a Principal Business Analyst, you will set the standard for our BA community, providing leadership, guidance, and support to more junior colleagues. You'll work across a wide range of projects in both the public and private sectors, helping organisations deliver better outcomes for their customers, clients, and stakeholders. You'll have proven experience leading teams (including other Business Analysts) and driving improvements in delivery. You'll be confident "speaking digital" with both specialists and non specialists, enjoy tackling complex analytical challenges, and be comfortable contributing to business development activities such as tenders and pitches. Key Responsibilities Lead the investigation of problems and design of business solutions using a range of research and analysis techniques. Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues. Gather, consolidate, and interpret complex information, presenting it clearly to both business and technical colleagues. Lead the design of solutions using process, workflow, or digital techniques (including BDD). Refine and develop ideas into viable solutions, enabling colleagues across roles (e.g. product managers, researchers, service designers, developers, and delivery managers) to contribute effectively. Provide thought leadership within Transform's BA community, fostering an open culture of knowledge sharing and best practice. Bring your own ideas, perspectives, and recommendations, drawing on both professional and personal experience. Lead clients in applying best practice, demonstrate account leadership, and ensure quality throughout delivery engagements. Practice Leadership Role model the behaviours and attitudes expected across the practice. Provide line management for junior BAs, supporting their growth and development. Play a key role in BA recruitment, helping attract and assess top talent. Maintain a growth mindset, championing new practices and innovations to keep Transform ahead of the curve. Contribute to wider business growth through capability and community development, knowledge sharing, well being initiatives, proposal development, and brand visibility. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Proven track record leading teams to improve how organisations deliver for their stakeholders. Experience mentoring and developing BAs, ideally within a community of practice. Experience in team growth activities, including recruitment. Ability to oversee and improve BA deliverables and outputs. Deep understanding of Agile methods and experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in coaching customers on high quality business analysis processes and techniques. Strong ability to capture and clearly articulate organisational needs. Experience using creative, engaging methods to bring requirements and solutions to life for stakeholders. Comfortable working with diverse disciplines and perspectives, aligning them into a shared vision. Strong problem investigation skills with the ability to guide teams toward effective solutions. Proficient at producing evidence, documentation, and reporting to track progress and communicate findings to stakeholders. Holder of a BCS Diploma in Business Analysis (or similar qualification). Demonstratable growth mindset with evidence of continuous learning and improvement. Experience of contributing to wider business growth initiatives and success, both as part of a team and individually. A growth mindset AI curious and ready to embrace opportunities Desirable Skills/Experiences Scrum Mastery or Delivery Management Product Management Data Modelling Testing / QA Management User Research or Service Design Consultancy About us and our benefits Our culture is built on: We raise the bar We look out for each other We embrace our differences We shape a changing world We're all in Our benefits include: Holiday entitlement, 28 days with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days (note that 3 days are held for Christmas holidays) Day off (on or in the week of) your birthday Pension eligibility, up to 5% matched contributions Private healthcare Life assurance Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity and shared parental leave Cycle to work schemes Gym & retail discounts Regular social events/activities A range of other benefits from our flexible benefits package At Transform, you can expect meaningful work, with real impact and the space to grow as people as well as a professional. You'll work alongside curious, authentic experts who care deeply about doing the right thing, for our clients and for each other with no egos, no blame, and no standing on the sidelines. We're all in on creating an environment where people feel supported, included and trusted to do their best work. In return, we ask for curiosity, honesty and a willingness to lean into learning, quality, teamwork, and to making change that truly lasts. We're committed to equality of opportunity for all, and we actively seek applications from all ethnicities, orientations, beliefs, gender identities and those with neurodiverse traits and disabilities. We want you to have the best opportunity to show us who you are and what you can do. Please do let us know if you need any adjustments now or at any point in the recruitment process.

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a UX Researcher, Data Analyst & Optimization Specialist based in United Kingdom. This role sits at the intersection of UX research, data analytics, and digital optimization, helping teams make smarter decisions through evidence-based insights. You will transform user behavior data into actionable recommendations that improve customer experiences and business outcomes. The position combines quantitative analysis with qualitative research to uncover not only what users do, but why they behave that way. You will build journey maps, analyze conversion funnels, measure customer value, and support experimentation strategies. Working closely with UX, design, and development teams, you will help create impactful improvements across digital experiences. This opportunity is ideal for a data-driven researcher who enjoys solving complex problems and turning insights into measurable results. Accountabilities: Build and maintain detailed customer journey maps and conversion funnels across key user touchpoints. Analyze user behavior to identify friction points, drop off areas, and opportunities for improving digital experiences. Conduct quantitative analysis using tools such as Google Analytics 4, Shopify analytics, and related data platforms. Develop and maintain LTV cohort analyses to connect user experience improvements with long term customer value. Ensure data accuracy, reliability, and integrity when collecting, validating, and interpreting performance insights. Apply statistical principles to evaluate findings and ensure recommendations are supported by meaningful data. Plan and conduct qualitative research activities, including usability testing, heuristic evaluations, and user interviews. Combine qualitative and quantitative insights to create a complete understanding of user behavior. Create research artifacts such as user flows, journey maps, wireflows, and prototypes to communicate findings. Collaborate with developers to implement event tracking, improve measurement infrastructure, and maintain data visibility. Support GA4 funnel creation, custom event tracking, and ongoing tracking quality assurance. Contribute to A/B testing programs by defining hypotheses, measuring outcomes, and analyzing business impact. Evaluate the long term effects of UX changes on conversion, retention, and customer value. Develop clear reports, dashboards, and presentations that transform complex analysis into actionable recommendations. Partner with UX, design, development, and project teams to move insights into implemented improvements. Manage multiple projects and deliver research and analysis according to business priorities. Requirements: 4-7 years of experience in e-commerce, UX research, product analytics, data analysis, or similar fields. Strong experience with Google Analytics, Shopify ecosystems, and A/B testing platforms. Solid understanding of quantitative analysis, statistics, and data visualization techniques. Experience with journey mapping, funnel analysis, and LTV cohort analysis. Knowledge of experimentation best practices, including hypothesis development and test design. Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies. Ability to combine qualitative and quantitative research methods to solve complex problems. Experience creating reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate insights effectively. Ability to create UX artifacts such as wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and wireflows. Experience collaborating with developers, designers, and project management teams. Strong problem solving skills with a structured and analytical approach. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while following strategic direction and managing multiple priorities. Experience working with multiple clients or projects in a fast paced environment is preferred. Benefits: Remote first work environment with flexibility. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage. Employer contributions to retirement savings plans. Employee assistance program. Generous paid time off starting at 20 days annually, plus holidays. Annual winter company shutdown between Christmas and New Year's for additional time to recharge. Paid parental leave. Company events, team activities, and retreats. Budget for professional development and continuing education. Competitive compensation aligned with experience, skills, and location.

Principal Business Analyst Department: Product & Delivery Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London or Manchester UK About us Transform is a fresh alternative to Big Consulting. As an end-to-end transformation partner, we define, design, build and operate systems that solve our clients' toughest challenges and seize their biggest opportunities. That often means combining strategy, data, AI, technology, and change management. Sometimes we manage and operate the systems we create; other times, we hand it over for the client to run - standing by to make improvements when things change. It all comes down to making an impact: improving lives, supporting citizens, streamlining workflows, and making the world a better place. We specialise in public sector and public facing organisations-from government agencies and local authorities to energy, utilities, transportation and healthcare. We also work for some of the world's most dynamic brands across automotive, retail, financial services, and consumer goods. We work closely (often on site) with our clients; to deliver impact you are keen to help us build the workforce of the future, we should talk. We're all in! That's what gets us out of bed every day. We hope you feel the same. Description We are looking for a Principal Business Analyst to join our growing Product and Delivery practice. As a Principal Business Analyst, you will set the standard for our BA community, providing leadership, guidance, and support to more junior colleagues. You'll work across a wide range of projects in both the public and private sectors, helping organisations deliver better outcomes for their customers, clients, and stakeholders. You'll have proven experience leading teams (including other Business Analysts) and driving improvements in delivery. You'll be confident "speaking digital" with both specialists and non specialists, enjoy tackling complex analytical challenges, and be comfortable contributing to business development activities such as tenders and pitches. Key Responsibilities Lead the investigation of problems and design of business solutions using a range of research and analysis techniques. Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues. Gather, consolidate, and interpret complex information, presenting it clearly to both business and technical colleagues. Lead the design of solutions using process, workflow, or digital techniques (including BDD). Refine and develop ideas into viable solutions, enabling colleagues across roles (e.g. product managers, researchers, service designers, developers, and delivery managers) to contribute effectively. Provide thought leadership within Transform's BA community, fostering an open culture of knowledge sharing and best practice. Bring your own ideas, perspectives, and recommendations, drawing on both professional and personal experience. Lead clients in applying best practice, demonstrate account leadership, and ensure quality throughout delivery engagements. Practice Leadership Role model the behaviours and attitudes expected across the practice. Provide line management for junior BAs, supporting their growth and development. Play a key role in BA recruitment, helping attract and assess top talent. Maintain a growth mindset, championing new practices and innovations to keep Transform ahead of the curve. Contribute to wider business growth through capability and community development, knowledge sharing, well being initiatives, proposal development, and brand visibility. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Proven track record leading teams to improve how organisations deliver for their stakeholders. Experience mentoring and developing BAs, ideally within a community of practice. Experience in team growth activities, including recruitment. Ability to oversee and improve BA deliverables and outputs. Deep understanding of Agile methods and experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in coaching customers on high quality business analysis processes and techniques. Strong ability to capture and clearly articulate organisational needs. Experience using creative, engaging methods to bring requirements and solutions to life for stakeholders. Comfortable working with diverse disciplines and perspectives, aligning them into a shared vision. Strong problem investigation skills with the ability to guide teams toward effective solutions. Proficient at producing evidence, documentation, and reporting to track progress and communicate findings to stakeholders. Holder of a BCS Diploma in Business Analysis (or similar qualification). Demonstratable growth mindset with evidence of continuous learning and improvement. Experience of contributing to wider business growth initiatives and success, both as part of a team and individually. A growth mindset AI curious and ready to embrace opportunities Desirable Skills/Experiences Scrum Mastery or Delivery Management Product Management Data Modelling Testing / QA Management User Research or Service Design Consultancy About us and our benefits Our culture is built on: We raise the bar We look out for each other We embrace our differences We shape a changing world We're all in Our benefits include: Holiday entitlement, 28 days with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days (note that 3 days are held for Christmas holidays) Day off (on or in the week of) your birthday Pension eligibility, up to 5% matched contributions Private healthcare Life assurance Enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity and shared parental leave Cycle to work schemes Gym & retail discounts Regular social events/activities A range of other benefits from our flexible benefits package At Transform, you can expect meaningful work, with real impact and the space to grow as people as well as a professional. You'll work alongside curious, authentic experts who care deeply about doing the right thing, for our clients and for each other with no egos, no blame, and no standing on the sidelines. We're all in on creating an environment where people feel supported, included and trusted to do their best work. In return, we ask for curiosity, honesty and a willingness to lean into learning, quality, teamwork, and to making change that truly lasts. We're committed to equality of opportunity for all, and we actively seek applications from all ethnicities, orientations, beliefs, gender identities and those with neurodiverse traits and disabilities. We want you to have the best opportunity to show us who you are and what you can do. Please do let us know if you need any adjustments now or at any point in the recruitment process.

About Howden Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart, operating across 56 countries and employing 24,000 people. We value collaboration, a no limits mindset, and a culture that supports work life balance, career progression, sustainability and volunteering. Role Summary The Senior People Analytics Analyst will lead the data side of the People Analytics function, translating people analytics requirements into robust, high quality data products, tools and insight. The role partners closely with the HR side Analytics team, delivering end to end solutions and developing the People Analytics team, while maintaining quality and governance standards. Key Responsibilities Managing, leading and developing the People Analytics team. Working on technical delivery and hands on analysis. Engaging with HR side stakeholders and data business partners to scope and refine requirements. Forming the technical strategy, tooling, data governance and roadmap. Team Leadership & Development Lead, manage and develop a team of data analysts/specialists. Set clear objectives, provide feedback and create development opportunities. Foster a high quality delivery culture focused on accuracy, efficiency and continuous improvement. Act as the senior technical authority within the team. Technical Delivery & Hands On Analytics Oversee and contribute to core analytical products such as the People Dashboard and DE I Dashboard. Lead the team in working with large, complex, and often inconsistent HR datasets. Review and QA team outputs before delivery to stakeholders. Contribute directly to complex or high priority analytical work, including attrition, workforce trends, and DE I deep dives. Translate stakeholder and HR BA requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions. Stakeholder & HR Side Partnership Act as the primary point of contact between the data team and HR side analytics colleagues. Participate in scoping and prioritisation conversations and propose alternatives when needed. Communicate technical constraints, timelines and delivery risks clearly to non technical counterparts. Engage directly with senior HR and business stakeholders, presenting data outputs and insight with clarity and confidence. Strategy, Tooling & Governance Define and evolve technical standards, tools and frameworks used by the data team. Own data governance on the analytics side, maintaining master data principles and ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and security. Develop and document standard operating procedures for data handling, pipeline management and archiving. Identify opportunities to improve tooling, processes and ways of working in line with the broader HR and technology roadmap. Work closely with HRIS, Finance and IT teams to ensure strong data collaboration and quality across source systems. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a data analytics, people analytics or business intelligence role, with prior experience managing or mentoring a technical team. Strong technical skills in SQL, Python, Power BI, Excel or similar. Experience operating in a project based or consultancy style delivery model. Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with both technical and non technical stakeholders. High attention to detail and commitment to data quality and governance. Comfortable balancing hands on delivery with team leadership responsibilities. What we offer A career you define. We value diversity and encourage new ideas, support each other, and strive to make a positive difference. Reasonable adjustments are supported, including flexible hours and hybrid working where possible. The role is permanent. Please discuss any required adjustments with your Recruitment Partner.

You've probably heard of Autotrader, but do you know what we're all about? We're the most trusted, most visited automotive marketplace in the UK. A heritage brand and a tech innovator. We bring together vehicle buyers and sellers to give them real choices. Cars may be what we're best known for but we're also the place for pretty much everything else on wheels, from e bikes to caravans. In the automotive world, change is a constant, that's why we take our job of untangling the complex car buying journey very seriously. At our core, we're all about people. We go our own way while embracing diversity and celebrating our differences. We dedicate ourselves to the idea that we work better together. Autotrader is a beautiful, surprising and vibrant place to work. We might not be for everyone, but we could be perfect for you. About the job Every week, millions of people use the Autotrader online marketplace. Our consumer experience isn't just about finding a vehicle; it's multi faceted, allowing consumers to research, refine, and buy in one place. We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst with experience of complex consumer journeys to help us build and evolve our consumer products. Responsibilities Establishing metrics for your product area using appropriate frameworks. Ensure governance through robust measurement and monitoring whilst aligning common definitions with Data Analysts in other teams Leading the design of data products and collaborating with engineers on their implementation Lead the definition and continuous improvement of tracking to ensure reliable measurement of user behaviour and product performance Own experimentation programme outputs and partner with Design and User Research during early stage ideation. Work closely and seamlessly with senior stakeholders across the business, challenging and influencing decisions through data informed recommendations, particularly when evaluating product changes and identifying new opportunities for improvement. As a leader in your team, be accountable for its success, champion the use of analytics and support other Data Analysts Plan and prioritise the analytical components of projects and ensure clear communication with Analytics leadership and adjacent teams Qualifications Someone who has proven experience working within consumer facing product teams, and a good understanding of the differing analytical approaches we may use at each stage of the consumer's lifecycle. Experience overseeing experimentation programmes and practices that inform product or business decisions. A good understanding of methods for statistical inference (e.g. Bayesian, Frequentist) and familiarity with predictive analytics techniques is highly beneficial. Working knowledge of common analytics tools used for tracking and analysing user behaviour, such as Google Analytics or similar platforms. The ability to articulate complex analytical solutions to stakeholders and influence them Experience in planning and delivering analytical projects in a cross functional environment. Demonstrable experience in mentoring and leading other analysts towards collective goals. Proficiency in SQL and Python, coupled with knowledge of ETL processes and foundational data engineering principles. Benefits We're offering a salary of £50,000 - £70,000 for the Senior Data Analyst role, plus an additional 10% of your salary awarded to you in shares each year. These awarded shares will become yours in yearly instalments over the next three years, and you can choose to either sell them or keep them as shares. You'll have 28 days holiday per year, and that's in addition to bank holidays and half day closures on Christmas and New Year's Eve. We're enrolled in our pension scheme, where our standard contributions are 7% and employee contributions are 5%. We also have comprehensive private medical cover, enhanced family leave provisions, a car salary sacrifice scheme, share save options, and much more. We always want to give you the support you need and help prioritise your wellbeing, that's why we provide access to 24/7 online GP and dentist, as well as specialist support for assisted fertility, gender dysphoria, menopause, period care plans and lots more. Working model On top of all that, our hybrid model, Connected Working, combines the best of both worlds - office and home working. You'll spend a minimum of three days a week in the office with your team, focused on collaboration and connection. Additionally, we have our remote first periods at set times during summer and winter. During these periods, you can work remotely anywhere in the UK and from certain locations abroad. We are committed to making Autotrader a diverse and inclusive environment for everyone. Anyone can apply if they meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Job Title: Data Analyst Apprenticeship (Level 4) Contract: Apprenticeship Location: Head Office (Pioneer House, Morton Park, Darlington) Department: Technology Operations Salary: £24,000 per annum Reports to: Junior Data Operations Manager This apprenticeship role also offers a career progression opportunity to progress into a Data Scientist (Level 6). This is your opportunity to build a long-term career in data and analytics. We're committed to helping you grow from a Data Analyst Apprentice into a Data Scientist, with a structured pathway designed to support your career every step of the way! As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you'll play an important role in transforming data into meaningful insights that support business decisions. Working closely with our Business Intelligence team, you'll analyse data, develop dashboards and reports, and help identify opportunities to improve performance across the organisation. You'll develop your technical and analytical skills while working with modern reporting and visualisation tools such as Tableau, gaining valuable hands on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. Alongside your day to day role, you'll complete a Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship, applying your learning to real business challenges from day one. On successful completion, you'll progress into more advanced analytical roles and, we'll support your continued development through a Level 6 Data Science apprenticeship, providing a clear pathway into advanced analytics and machine learning. As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you will: Analyse business performance data to identify trends, patterns and opportunities for improvement. Design, develop and maintain dashboards and reports in Tableau for stakeholders across the business. Work with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and recommend appropriate analytical solutions. Investigate data quality issues and work with colleagues to resolve discrepancies. Present analytical findings in a clear and meaningful way to both technical and non technical audiences. Support the Data Operations Manager in delivering reporting and analytical projects. Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes, data quality and documentation. Maintain awareness of data governance, confidentiality and GDPR requirements. We're looking for someone who is analytical, inquisitive and enjoys solving problems using data. The ideal candidate will have: A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative. A genuine interest in data, analytics, and digital technologies. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively. A collaborative approach and confidence working with stakeholders across different departments. A willingness to learn new technologies and continually develop analytical skills. Experience creating reports or dashboards using Tableau, Power BI or similar BI tools. An understanding of data quality and the importance of producing reliable insights. Our Benefits: At Baltic, we're committed to creating an environment where you can thrive - professionally, personally, and socially. Voted one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work 2024, we're proud of our culture, our people, and the meaningful work we do every day. Here's what you can look forward to as part of Team Baltic: Culture & Work Life Balance: A fun, supportive environment with regular social events and team activities Early finish every Friday - we operate a 4.5 day working week 25+ days annual leave, increasing to 30 with length of service No weekend or Bank Holiday working Full office closure between Christmas and New Year Additional Life Event Day annually for those big moments that matter Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme for extra flexibility Health & Wellbeing: Free, confidential mental health support through SPILL Access to high value wellbeing initiatives, including face to face sessions with a Health & Wellbeing Specialist Local discounted gym memberships Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (after 2 years' service) Recognition & Engagement: Baltic Scratch Card Scheme - instant wins for great work Baltic Breakfasts, competitions, and engagement days Volunteer Day annually to give back to causes you care about A successful Data Analyst Apprentice team member will embody our core values: Be the Expert: Continuously develop deep knowledge of systems, processes, and business operations to deliver reliable, data driven insights and solutions that improve performance and efficiency. Be the Customer: Deliver responsive, tailored support to internal teams and stakeholders - understanding their needs and challenges to ensure smooth, effective service delivery. Be the Future: Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and innovation opportunities, helping the organisation scale sustainably and stay ahead in a dynamic environment. By living these values, you'll build strong cross functional relationships, enhance operational excellence, and drive meaningful, lasting improvements across the business. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. However, please note that we're currently unable to offer visa sponsorship, so you'll need to have existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.

As part of our continued growth and investment in our data and analytics capabilities, we're recruiting for an experienced Senior BI Developer to join our dynamic direct-to-consumer (D2C) business. This is a key opportunity to play a central role in shaping how data is leveraged to drive insight, inform decisions, and support ongoing business success. As the Senior BI Developer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining the data assets that underpin our reporting, analytics, and customer marketing capabilities. You'll work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, develop best-in-class data products, and produce engaging and accurate reporting used by our teams and senior managers to track performance and make strategic decisions. You'll also form a key part of our wider data community, ensuring that our organisational data supports our ambitious growth targets. And most importantly you will contribute to our company data strategy by supporting colleagues to become even more data literate and ensuring they have reliable and relevant data and reporting at their fingertips. What you'll be doing Working closely with internal stakeholders to define and deliver the data products and reports which meet their needs Collaborating with data engineers and integration specialists within the team and across the wider business to deliver data pipelines, ETL processes and data models that meet requirements Developing and maintaining a suite of engaging Power BI dashboards including enterprise level semantic models along with user and data permissions management Owning and continuously improving the data models including data and KPI definitions ensuring consistency of use Supporting analysts and researchers in the team with data-driven initiatives, ensuring they have the data at hand to complete projects Developing, maintaining, and adhering to robust data and delivery processes including testing, monitoring, documentation, and issue resolution. Contributing to the overall data literacy of the business by ensuring data and dashboards are understood and adopted Supporting our wider company data strategy by contributing and adhering to our data development frameworks, and engaging with Data Governance to resolve quality and integrity issues What we're looking for We're looking for someone with a broad range of competence, knowledge and skills which would help you succeed in this role, but it is not critical to meet every single criteria listed below. We encourage a wide range of applicants. Proven mid to senior level experience in data engineering, data architecture design and delivery, and BI within a data-intensive environment Working with data from multiple systems and structures and at different velocities including near real time Strong knowledge of data architecture (Snowflake is preferred), SQL development, security, and process optimisation Advanced SQL development including query development and optimisation, stored procedures, and performance tuning Expert knowledge of end-to-end enterprise BI using Power BI including semantic modelling, DAX, Power Query, data visualisation best practice, report development, and performance optimisation Advanced data modelling including dimensional modelling, star schema design, database layers, and data mart development Knowledge of BI solution delivery methodologies including requirements and discovery, Agile delivery, testing, deployment, and post-production support Strong understanding of data governance and security frameworks including data quality, metadata management, lineage, user and permission management, compliance, and access controls Excellent documentation skills with the ability to create and maintain solution designs, data dictionaries, business glossaries and technical standards Strong stakeholder management, communication and business partnering skills with the ability to translate business requirements into data solutions Experience of marketing orchestration platforms (e.g. Bloomreach) or reverse ETL tools (e.g. HighTouch) is desirable Knowledge of marketing and digital data (e.g. Google Analytics, BigQuery) would be advantageous Change management using JIRA and Confluence would be an advantage Experience using and implementing AI agents for code creation and process efficiency would be advantageous About AJ Bell AJ Bell is one of the UK's fastest-growing investment platform businesses, providing award-winning solutions for everyone, from professional financial advisers to first-time investors. Today, over 723,000 customers trust us to manage more than £108.7 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible,we'rehelping more people take control of their financial futures. We'reproud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work Forforsix consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture. What we offer 25days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays 6% Pension with matched contributions Discretionary bonus scheme Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE) Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare Free onsite gym Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) Travel and bike loan schemes Employee Assistance Programme Life at AJ Bell Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties Learning and development opportunities tailored to you Casual dress code Friendly, supportive team environment Our ways of working We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office. For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships. Inclusion & diversity We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential.

Job Description The Role We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead our testing team and ensure end-to-end quality across complex technology deliveries in a client-facing consulting environment. In this hands on role, you will both shape testing strategy and actively participate in testing activities alongside your team. You'll work closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, and Delivery colleagues to embed testing throughout the delivery lifecycle, ensuring high-quality solutions for our clients while leading by example and sharing responsibility in day-to-day testing. The role also requires the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with others, building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing capability, standards, and ways of working across engagements. This can be based from our London or Birmingham office. Responsibilities Define and refine test strategy: Develop and continuously improve test strategies that align with programme and client objectives, working with stakeholders to ensure shared goals, clear test plans and well-informed delivery decisions across complex engagements. Establish practical test governance: Establish clear, consistent test governance by setting up practical test plans, risk based approaches, entry and exit criteria, and quality metrics, while providing guidance on appropriate controls, escalation paths, and release recommendations in line with delivery risk and client priorities. Promote test automation: Foster the adoption of test automation across UI and API, to improve efficiency and coverage in modern Agile/DevOps delivery, and support continuous improvement in tooling, frameworks, and testing approaches across projects. Manage full testing lifecycle: Plan and coordinate all test phases - including system, integration, UAT, regression, release, and post deployment validation - ensuring thorough testing, smooth execution, and a consistent approach across multiple or complex workstreams. Ensure non functional testing: Make sure that crucial non functional aspects (performance, security, usability, resilience, etc.) are properly planned and tested, collaboratively working with specialists as needed. Oversee defect management: Lead a transparent defect lifecycle by prioritising issues, tracking and analysing root causes, and driving timely resolution in collaboration with developers and stakeholders, capturing lessons learned. Quality and risk reporting: Provide clear, evidence based reporting on test results, quality status, risks, and readiness to release, helping stakeholders understand options, consider risks, and make well informed decisions, while offering thoughtful guidance and practical recommendations to support effective release planning. Hands on testing and support: Contribute directly to testing activities (such as designing test cases, executing critical tests, or reviewing results) when needed, to support your team in delivering quality and to model best practices. Mentor and support the team: Guide, coach, and develop the testing team, fostering their professional growth and maintaining an inclusive, collaborative work culture where everyone's contributions are valued, while encouraging shared standards, strengthening capability across the practice, and demonstrating supportive, inclusive leadership. Cross team collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across disciplines (e.g., developers, business analysts, project managers) to ensure a shared quality first culture and an integrated approach to delivering successful outcomes. Competitive salary range plus bonus and excellent benefits package Qualifications Requirements Experience and Knowledge Extensive software testing background: A strong history in software testing, ideally including roles as a Test Manager or Senior Test Lead, with a track record of managing end to end testing across all phases (from test planning and design through to final release). Technical testing expertise: Knowledge of modern test automation tools and frameworks, with hands on experience integrating automated tests to improve delivery efficiency. Agile and complex project experience: Experience working in Agile or other dynamic delivery environments, with the ability to adapt testing approaches to changing project needs or multiple workstreams. Consulting/client facing exposure: Experience delivering projects in a consulting or client facing context, working closely with client stakeholders and understanding how to align testing with client expectations and commercial considerations. Tools and process familiarity: Familiarity with test management tools and methodologies and a good understanding of software development practices to collaborate effectively with technical teams. Skills and Qualifications A collaborative leadership style - able to guide and support a small team by leading by example, and willing to get involved to help with test design or execution when needed. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey testing progress, quality status, and technical information clearly to both technical and non technical stakeholders, as well as advising and influencing senior stakeholders in a clear, constructive, and collaborative way. An evidence based approach to problem solving and decision making in testing, using risk based thinking to overcome challenges and ensure quality outcomes. (We know no candidate will have every single qualification above - if you have most of these and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.) DESIRABLE Professional certifications such as ISTQB or ISEB (e.g. Advanced Test Manager) - beneficial but not mandatory. Experience with specialised testing tools for performance, security, accessibility, or resilience testing. Experience managing testing across multiple concurrent projects or workstreams. Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems. Additional Information Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion commitments Our commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. As a socially responsible leader, Talan continually invests in sustainable growth, addressing both social and environmental challenges. We achieve this while preserving our core values and ensuring operational excellence for our clients. This commitment to excellence extends across all aspects of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. For the past three years, through our 360 approach to social and environmental responsibility, we have been driving significant change and strengthening these principles within our corporate DNA. The solid foundations we've been building since 2021 are enabling our organisation to transform in a sustainable and positive manner. Disability Inclusion We recognise that the diversity of legislative and cultural frameworks for supporting individuals with disabilities requires the implementation of specific policies and a unique approach in each country where the Group operates. Talan is committed to strengthening its involvement in promoting the inclusion of people with disabilities by implementing dedicated support systems and raising awareness among our teams on these issues. WHAT WE OFFER 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Reward and recognition schemes Flexible working Private Bupa healthcare (subsidised) Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary) Matched pension contributions Season Ticket Loan Cycle to work scheme Buy and Sell annual leave Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts Corporate gym rates Employee Assistance Programme Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly