The advert:
Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change.
As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness.
Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs.
As part of your role, you’ll
Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure.
Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme.
Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations.
Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions.
Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members.
What you’ll bring
With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders.
You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support.
In addition, you’ll bring
Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies.
Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels.
Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We offer excellent benefits such as:
Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk .
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
23/12/2025
Full time
The advert:
Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change.
As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness.
Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs.
As part of your role, you’ll
Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure.
Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme.
Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations.
Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions.
Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members.
What you’ll bring
With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders.
You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support.
In addition, you’ll bring
Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies.
Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels.
Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We offer excellent benefits such as:
Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk .
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
Would you like to work for a company who is accredited as an outstanding company to work for in Best Companies 2023?
Role: IT Network & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Salary: £56,411 - £61,158 per annum
Benefits: Car Allowance, Pension, Occupational Sick Pay, BHSF Health Membership
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated IT Network & Cyber Security Manager, who will take a proactive approach to safeguarding information assets, managing risks, leading incident response, and driving continual improvement of the Group’s cyber security and network posture.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, executive leaders, and third-party suppliers to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant technology services.
About the department:
All of Jigsaw's essential services rely on quality information, systems and technology supported by the 50 members of the IT department. Working to a brand-new IT Strategy, the team has exciting challenges like enabling colleagues to work effectively from anywhere, automating processes and improving digital services for our customers, whilst always improving security.
The team is also innovating in its ways of working, ensuring transparency, a keen focus on outcomes and faster delivery of benefits to the business.
Who we are:
Jigsaw Homes Group is one of the largest housing groups in England with more than 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands.
We provide quality, low-cost housing and play a wider role in making sure our residents thrive in their homes and benefit from living in healthy, sustainable communities.
Why Join Jigsaw?
Jigsaw Homes Group offers employees a very competitive 24 days holiday per annum, plus 3 days for Christmas closure (5 day working week) plus bank holidays, plus additional days after 2 years continuous service (to a maximum of 5 days).
We offer our employees the option to buy/sell up to 5 days extra leave per year and we offer compressed hours of work with the option to work a 4-day working week in a number of our roles, with 50% of your time working from home upon completion of a satisfactory probation period. This allows for a great work/life balance for many employees.
As a Jigsaw employee you will also receive incremental salaried pay, occupational sick pay, access to access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, BHSF membership, access to on-site gyms and training/development opportunities.
If this sounds like the perfect job for you then don’t hesitate to apply now!
08/12/2025
Full time
Would you like to work for a company who is accredited as an outstanding company to work for in Best Companies 2023?
Role: IT Network & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Salary: £56,411 - £61,158 per annum
Benefits: Car Allowance, Pension, Occupational Sick Pay, BHSF Health Membership
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated IT Network & Cyber Security Manager, who will take a proactive approach to safeguarding information assets, managing risks, leading incident response, and driving continual improvement of the Group’s cyber security and network posture.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, executive leaders, and third-party suppliers to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant technology services.
About the department:
All of Jigsaw's essential services rely on quality information, systems and technology supported by the 50 members of the IT department. Working to a brand-new IT Strategy, the team has exciting challenges like enabling colleagues to work effectively from anywhere, automating processes and improving digital services for our customers, whilst always improving security.
The team is also innovating in its ways of working, ensuring transparency, a keen focus on outcomes and faster delivery of benefits to the business.
Who we are:
Jigsaw Homes Group is one of the largest housing groups in England with more than 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands.
We provide quality, low-cost housing and play a wider role in making sure our residents thrive in their homes and benefit from living in healthy, sustainable communities.
Why Join Jigsaw?
Jigsaw Homes Group offers employees a very competitive 24 days holiday per annum, plus 3 days for Christmas closure (5 day working week) plus bank holidays, plus additional days after 2 years continuous service (to a maximum of 5 days).
We offer our employees the option to buy/sell up to 5 days extra leave per year and we offer compressed hours of work with the option to work a 4-day working week in a number of our roles, with 50% of your time working from home upon completion of a satisfactory probation period. This allows for a great work/life balance for many employees.
As a Jigsaw employee you will also receive incremental salaried pay, occupational sick pay, access to access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, BHSF membership, access to on-site gyms and training/development opportunities.
If this sounds like the perfect job for you then don’t hesitate to apply now!
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We are one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 48,000 members. We provide opportunities for 300 staff and have an annual turnover of more than £12m.We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, with an annual turnover of more than £12m, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
Job description
Do you have experience leading the delivery of IT & digital projects? Do you have experience managing a team? If so, we want to hear from you.
The IT & Digital Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective operational delivery and continuous improvement of IT and digital services at Students' Union UCL. The role is responsible for the management of the IT & Digital team, supervising and supporting their day-to-day work and professional development. Reporting to the Head of IT & Digital, the role will work with them and stakeholders across the organisation to collaboratively design, plan and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and elevate user experience. They will ensure high levels of quality and customer satisfaction, enabling the Union to deliver more for our members through secure, stable and effective IT and digital tools.
Please view the Job Pack below for more details on our organisation and the role, including the full job description and person specification.
How to Apply
Please apply directly through our website using the apply button.
Applicants should note that CVs will not be accepted and that the statement of support for application should address the selection criteria in the person specification and outline your reasons for applying.
Please note, unfortunately Students’ Union UCL are not in the position to sponsor any work visas at this time.
26/02/2025
Full time
Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We are one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 48,000 members. We provide opportunities for 300 staff and have an annual turnover of more than £12m.We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, with an annual turnover of more than £12m, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
Job description
Do you have experience leading the delivery of IT & digital projects? Do you have experience managing a team? If so, we want to hear from you.
The IT & Digital Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective operational delivery and continuous improvement of IT and digital services at Students' Union UCL. The role is responsible for the management of the IT & Digital team, supervising and supporting their day-to-day work and professional development. Reporting to the Head of IT & Digital, the role will work with them and stakeholders across the organisation to collaboratively design, plan and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and elevate user experience. They will ensure high levels of quality and customer satisfaction, enabling the Union to deliver more for our members through secure, stable and effective IT and digital tools.
Please view the Job Pack below for more details on our organisation and the role, including the full job description and person specification.
How to Apply
Please apply directly through our website using the apply button.
Applicants should note that CVs will not be accepted and that the statement of support for application should address the selection criteria in the person specification and outline your reasons for applying.
Please note, unfortunately Students’ Union UCL are not in the position to sponsor any work visas at this time.
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
25/11/2024
Full time
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
Role Title: Lead Azure Engineer Duration: 6 months Location: Telford (2 Days per Week Onsite) Rate: £583p/d max via Umbrella Clearance: BPSS Role Description: We are looking for a Lead Engineer to join our programme team Utilising and enhancing AI Accelerators to speed up and where possible automate the process. The Lead Engineer is responsible for designing and delivering complex, multi-technology solutions within the business. This role combines technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring responsibilities to ensure high-quality engineering practices and alignment with business standards. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Delivery: o Design, describe, and oversee large-scale, multi-technology solutions for projects. o Ensure compliance with engineering best practices and security standards. Leadership & Mentoring: o Coach and mentor junior engineers to develop technical and professional skills. o Actively contribute to the programme leadership team. Stakeholder Management: o Interface with senior stakeholders across business. o Act as a trusted advisor, influencing technical direction and business outcomes. Business Impact: o Identify opportunities for innovation and contribute to planning activities. o Drive initiatives that enhance reputation and client relationships. Technical Skills Expertise in designing complex solutions across multiple technologies (eg, Microsoft stack, Java, cloud platforms). Experience of Relational Databases (eg Ingres, Oracle, Azure SQL) Strong understanding of architectural principles, security, and integration patterns. Ability to set technical strategy and guide teams through delivery challenges. Preferred Experience Proven track record in leading engineering teams within large-scale delivery programs. Experience in government environments is advantageous. Industry certifications (eg, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Professional) are desirable. Behavioural Competencies Excellent communication and influencing skills. Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
23/01/2026
Contractor
Role Title: Lead Azure Engineer Duration: 6 months Location: Telford (2 Days per Week Onsite) Rate: £583p/d max via Umbrella Clearance: BPSS Role Description: We are looking for a Lead Engineer to join our programme team Utilising and enhancing AI Accelerators to speed up and where possible automate the process. The Lead Engineer is responsible for designing and delivering complex, multi-technology solutions within the business. This role combines technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring responsibilities to ensure high-quality engineering practices and alignment with business standards. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Delivery: o Design, describe, and oversee large-scale, multi-technology solutions for projects. o Ensure compliance with engineering best practices and security standards. Leadership & Mentoring: o Coach and mentor junior engineers to develop technical and professional skills. o Actively contribute to the programme leadership team. Stakeholder Management: o Interface with senior stakeholders across business. o Act as a trusted advisor, influencing technical direction and business outcomes. Business Impact: o Identify opportunities for innovation and contribute to planning activities. o Drive initiatives that enhance reputation and client relationships. Technical Skills Expertise in designing complex solutions across multiple technologies (eg, Microsoft stack, Java, cloud platforms). Experience of Relational Databases (eg Ingres, Oracle, Azure SQL) Strong understanding of architectural principles, security, and integration patterns. Ability to set technical strategy and guide teams through delivery challenges. Preferred Experience Proven track record in leading engineering teams within large-scale delivery programs. Experience in government environments is advantageous. Industry certifications (eg, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Professional) are desirable. Behavioural Competencies Excellent communication and influencing skills. Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
REAL Technical Solutions Limited
Reading, Berkshire
Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android - Reading £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) - Office based in Reading - 3 months rolling As the Mobile Applications Developer, you will be working for a world-leading provider of highly innovative psychometrics, who has been providing cutting-edge personality, emotional intelligence, and competency tools and qualification programmes for over 15 years. Role purpose for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: The Mobile Developer is responsible for the development, maintenance, and evolution of the companies mobile applications, supporting the delivery of engaging, high-quality digital products to a global audience of practitioners, partners, and clients. The role will initially focus on the redevelopment of an existing native iOS and Android application into a single React Native codebase, followed by the ongoing development of new mobile applications and features aligned to product strategy. As the first dedicated Mobile Developer within the team, this role offers a significant opportunity to act as a subject matter expert and influence technical direction. Key Responsibilities for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Mobile Application Development: Develop and maintain the existing mobile application into React Native, Expo & node.js for both iOS and Android platforms. Own the ongoing development, enhancement, and maintenance of their mobile applications. Design, build, and implement new features and additional mobile applications in line with product requirements. Ensure mobile applications are robust, scalable, and production-ready. Technical Ownership & Quality for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Act as the subject matter expert for mobile development, providing guidance and best practice across the team. Troubleshoot, support, and resolve issues across mobile applications in live environments. Apply disciplined development practices, including version control, testing, and documentation. Break down business and product requirements into technical solutions and delivery estimates. Collaboration & Delivery for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Work closely with UX designers, product owners, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality user experiences. Contribute to technical discussions, solution design, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support ad hoc development projects as required by the business. Person Specification for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Experience & Skills: Proven experience in a mobile application development role, with delivery of apps into production environments. Hands-on experience with React Native, including building and maintaining applications for iOS and Android. Strong working knowledge of JavaScript, with exposure to modern frameworks and libraries. Experience using source control systems (eg Bitbucket). Understanding of mobile data storage, APIs, and integration with Back End services. Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to development. Estimation and planning experience. Desirable: Experience with Objective-C (iOS) and/or Java (Android). Familiarity with TypeScript, RESTful services, TDD, and build automation tooling. General web development experience alongside mobile development. Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android - Reading £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) - Office based in Reading - 3 months rolling
23/01/2026
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Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android - Reading £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) - Office based in Reading - 3 months rolling As the Mobile Applications Developer, you will be working for a world-leading provider of highly innovative psychometrics, who has been providing cutting-edge personality, emotional intelligence, and competency tools and qualification programmes for over 15 years. Role purpose for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: The Mobile Developer is responsible for the development, maintenance, and evolution of the companies mobile applications, supporting the delivery of engaging, high-quality digital products to a global audience of practitioners, partners, and clients. The role will initially focus on the redevelopment of an existing native iOS and Android application into a single React Native codebase, followed by the ongoing development of new mobile applications and features aligned to product strategy. As the first dedicated Mobile Developer within the team, this role offers a significant opportunity to act as a subject matter expert and influence technical direction. Key Responsibilities for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Mobile Application Development: Develop and maintain the existing mobile application into React Native, Expo & node.js for both iOS and Android platforms. Own the ongoing development, enhancement, and maintenance of their mobile applications. Design, build, and implement new features and additional mobile applications in line with product requirements. Ensure mobile applications are robust, scalable, and production-ready. Technical Ownership & Quality for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Act as the subject matter expert for mobile development, providing guidance and best practice across the team. Troubleshoot, support, and resolve issues across mobile applications in live environments. Apply disciplined development practices, including version control, testing, and documentation. Break down business and product requirements into technical solutions and delivery estimates. Collaboration & Delivery for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Work closely with UX designers, product owners, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality user experiences. Contribute to technical discussions, solution design, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support ad hoc development projects as required by the business. Person Specification for the Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android position: Experience & Skills: Proven experience in a mobile application development role, with delivery of apps into production environments. Hands-on experience with React Native, including building and maintaining applications for iOS and Android. Strong working knowledge of JavaScript, with exposure to modern frameworks and libraries. Experience using source control systems (eg Bitbucket). Understanding of mobile data storage, APIs, and integration with Back End services. Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to development. Estimation and planning experience. Desirable: Experience with Objective-C (iOS) and/or Java (Android). Familiarity with TypeScript, RESTful services, TDD, and build automation tooling. General web development experience alongside mobile development. Mobile App Developer - React/iOS/Android - Reading £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) - Office based in Reading - 3 months rolling
SAP Consultant East Midlands Working with a boutique consultancy delivering complex change across regulated and critical environments who partner with leading organisations across both the public and private sector, helping them modernise while embedding sustainable ways of working. They are seeking an experienced SAP Technical Assurance and Enterprise Architect Lead to act as the intelligent client for complex SAP programmes. This is a senior role, bridging the gap between business and technology. As a SAP Consultant you will ensure architectural coherence, adherence to standards, and protection of the client's long-term interests, while providing guidance and guardrails for SI design decisions. This is an opportunity to shape the SAP landscape for maximum scalability, future-readiness, and alignment with business strategy. Especially interested in consultants who have experience working within the higher-education, local authority and charity sectors. Key Responsibilities Act as the intelligent client, providing oversight, challenge, and assurance of SI delivery and relationships. Ensure design and build assurance across SAP programmes. Review customisations, technical debt, and overall solution fit. Own the end-to-end SAP architecture, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, integration, data, and security standards. Define and enforce architectural guardrails to guide SI and delivery teams. Develop long-term roadmaps and ensure the architecture remains scalable, extensible, and aligned to business priorities. Protect the client's long-term interests while enabling pragmatic, deliverable solutions. Collaborate with business, IT, and vendor teams to ensure architectural coherence across all SAP modules and platforms. Required Experience & Skills Senior experience in SAP Enterprise/Solution Architecture across S/4HANA, Success Factors, and related modules. Proven experience acting as intelligent client or technical assurance lead on complex SAP programmes. Strong understanding of SI delivery models and governance frameworks. Expertise in architectural standards, security, integration, and technical design. Experience reviewing and managing customisations, technical debt, and long-term architecture impact. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and influence. RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
23/01/2026
Contractor
SAP Consultant East Midlands Working with a boutique consultancy delivering complex change across regulated and critical environments who partner with leading organisations across both the public and private sector, helping them modernise while embedding sustainable ways of working. They are seeking an experienced SAP Technical Assurance and Enterprise Architect Lead to act as the intelligent client for complex SAP programmes. This is a senior role, bridging the gap between business and technology. As a SAP Consultant you will ensure architectural coherence, adherence to standards, and protection of the client's long-term interests, while providing guidance and guardrails for SI design decisions. This is an opportunity to shape the SAP landscape for maximum scalability, future-readiness, and alignment with business strategy. Especially interested in consultants who have experience working within the higher-education, local authority and charity sectors. Key Responsibilities Act as the intelligent client, providing oversight, challenge, and assurance of SI delivery and relationships. Ensure design and build assurance across SAP programmes. Review customisations, technical debt, and overall solution fit. Own the end-to-end SAP architecture, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, integration, data, and security standards. Define and enforce architectural guardrails to guide SI and delivery teams. Develop long-term roadmaps and ensure the architecture remains scalable, extensible, and aligned to business priorities. Protect the client's long-term interests while enabling pragmatic, deliverable solutions. Collaborate with business, IT, and vendor teams to ensure architectural coherence across all SAP modules and platforms. Required Experience & Skills Senior experience in SAP Enterprise/Solution Architecture across S/4HANA, Success Factors, and related modules. Proven experience acting as intelligent client or technical assurance lead on complex SAP programmes. Strong understanding of SI delivery models and governance frameworks. Expertise in architectural standards, security, integration, and technical design. Experience reviewing and managing customisations, technical debt, and long-term architecture impact. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and influence. RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Principal Software Engineer Portsmouth | Hybrid, 3 days onsite £75,000-£85,000 plus bonus and benefits This Principal Software Engineer role is designed for a hands-on technical leader with strong C++ and Unreal Engine expertise, working at the forefront of complex, performance-critical software delivery. The role combines advanced engineering with genuine technical authority, shaping how simulation-driven and autonomy-focused systems are designed, built and evolved. The position sits within a fast-growing software and data science consultancy delivering end-to-end solutions across defence, energy, transport and health. You will work closely with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders on high-impact programmes spanning modelling and simulation, autonomy, geospatial systems, synthetic environments and digital twins. This is a true principal-level role. You will remain deeply technical while setting direction, leading teams and acting as the technical authority across projects. What you will be doing * Leading the design and delivery of complex software solutions using C++ and Unreal Engine * Acting as technical lead across modelling and simulation, wargaming and autonomous systems * Applying mathematical and computational techniques to solve real-world problems * Owning key technical decisions across architecture, tooling and performance * Mentoring engineers and enabling high-performing delivery teams * Delivering technical consultancy engagements and leading selected projects * Building trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders * Supporting bids, proposals and technical reporting What you will bring * Extensive experience, typically 15+ years, delivering high-performance software * Proven technical leadership at Principal or Technical Lead level * Strong hands-on expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine * Background in simulation, autonomy, robotics or game-engine-driven environments * Experience working with large, complex codebases and performance constraints * Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills What's on offer * Salary up to £85,000, flexible for exceptional technical leaders * 7 percent employer pension contribution * Vitality private healthcare * 25 days holiday with the option to buy or sell additional days * Life assurance * EV salary sacrifice scheme * Discretionary bonus linked to company performance * Structured mentoring and ongoing technical development
23/01/2026
Full time
Principal Software Engineer Portsmouth | Hybrid, 3 days onsite £75,000-£85,000 plus bonus and benefits This Principal Software Engineer role is designed for a hands-on technical leader with strong C++ and Unreal Engine expertise, working at the forefront of complex, performance-critical software delivery. The role combines advanced engineering with genuine technical authority, shaping how simulation-driven and autonomy-focused systems are designed, built and evolved. The position sits within a fast-growing software and data science consultancy delivering end-to-end solutions across defence, energy, transport and health. You will work closely with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders on high-impact programmes spanning modelling and simulation, autonomy, geospatial systems, synthetic environments and digital twins. This is a true principal-level role. You will remain deeply technical while setting direction, leading teams and acting as the technical authority across projects. What you will be doing * Leading the design and delivery of complex software solutions using C++ and Unreal Engine * Acting as technical lead across modelling and simulation, wargaming and autonomous systems * Applying mathematical and computational techniques to solve real-world problems * Owning key technical decisions across architecture, tooling and performance * Mentoring engineers and enabling high-performing delivery teams * Delivering technical consultancy engagements and leading selected projects * Building trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders * Supporting bids, proposals and technical reporting What you will bring * Extensive experience, typically 15+ years, delivering high-performance software * Proven technical leadership at Principal or Technical Lead level * Strong hands-on expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine * Background in simulation, autonomy, robotics or game-engine-driven environments * Experience working with large, complex codebases and performance constraints * Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills What's on offer * Salary up to £85,000, flexible for exceptional technical leaders * 7 percent employer pension contribution * Vitality private healthcare * 25 days holiday with the option to buy or sell additional days * Life assurance * EV salary sacrifice scheme * Discretionary bonus linked to company performance * Structured mentoring and ongoing technical development
Senior IT Engineer Senior IT Engineer - London - Hybrid Our client, a boutique financial Services client, is looking for an Experienced Senior IT Engineer to support both change management/upgrades, maintenance of IT Services to deliver strategic IT services. You will have a blend of the following skills and attributes: Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Azure services Collaborate with the IT team to develop and implement cloud migration strategies Delivery of 2nd/3rd line operational support for IT services including working with 3rd party providers Design, implement, and maintain complex IT infrastructure solutions that meet the bank's business needs Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance and costs Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to Azure services Managed and delivered IT solutions Experience with Office 365, including Microsoft Teams SQL Server Experience with ITSM systems (Sunrise) Strong Server, VMWare, SAN knowledge Network administration/troubleshooting of the following Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and Wi-Fi Current commercial knowledge of supporting/administering Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11 If this sounds like your next career move, our client offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including a market-leading pension and bonus. Senior IT Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior IT Engineer Senior IT Engineer - London - Hybrid Our client, a boutique financial Services client, is looking for an Experienced Senior IT Engineer to support both change management/upgrades, maintenance of IT Services to deliver strategic IT services. You will have a blend of the following skills and attributes: Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Azure services Collaborate with the IT team to develop and implement cloud migration strategies Delivery of 2nd/3rd line operational support for IT services including working with 3rd party providers Design, implement, and maintain complex IT infrastructure solutions that meet the bank's business needs Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance and costs Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to Azure services Managed and delivered IT solutions Experience with Office 365, including Microsoft Teams SQL Server Experience with ITSM systems (Sunrise) Strong Server, VMWare, SAN knowledge Network administration/troubleshooting of the following Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and Wi-Fi Current commercial knowledge of supporting/administering Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11 If this sounds like your next career move, our client offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including a market-leading pension and bonus. Senior IT Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Product Owner Remote-first (occasional London office visits) Harvey Nash are looking for an experienced Product Owner on behalf of our client. You will lead and optimise digital products built on Microsoft Power Apps and M365 . This role blends product ownership, Agile delivery, people leadership, with real ownership and impact. The role Own and evolve the product roadmap for Power Apps and M365-based solutions Translate business needs into prioritised backlogs and delivery plans Act as the subject matter expert for Power Platform and Microsoft 365 Advise on when to configure, enhance, or optimise existing functionality Work hands-on with delivery teams to ensure outcomes are delivered Line-management Drive adoption through training, process improvement and engagement What they're looking for Experience with Microsoft Power Apps and Microsoft 365 Line management experience NHS or local government experience desirable Agile delivery experience beneficial c£70k starting salary with regular salary reviews Remote-first working, with occasional London office visits End-to-end ownership across platform, product, and people Opportunity to shape and scale Please apply now to be considered.
23/01/2026
Full time
Product Owner Remote-first (occasional London office visits) Harvey Nash are looking for an experienced Product Owner on behalf of our client. You will lead and optimise digital products built on Microsoft Power Apps and M365 . This role blends product ownership, Agile delivery, people leadership, with real ownership and impact. The role Own and evolve the product roadmap for Power Apps and M365-based solutions Translate business needs into prioritised backlogs and delivery plans Act as the subject matter expert for Power Platform and Microsoft 365 Advise on when to configure, enhance, or optimise existing functionality Work hands-on with delivery teams to ensure outcomes are delivered Line-management Drive adoption through training, process improvement and engagement What they're looking for Experience with Microsoft Power Apps and Microsoft 365 Line management experience NHS or local government experience desirable Agile delivery experience beneficial c£70k starting salary with regular salary reviews Remote-first working, with occasional London office visits End-to-end ownership across platform, product, and people Opportunity to shape and scale Please apply now to be considered.
Job Title: Project Manager - Retail Fit Out (Corporate Real Estate) Rate: £350 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (primarily onsite, some flexibility) Contract Length: 12 months Overview This contract role sits within the Corporate Real Estate environment, delivering retail design and build projects from concept through to completion. The Project Manager takes ownership of integrated project delivery, aligning design development with construction execution to ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget and quality expectations. Operating within a small, high-performing team and supported by senior commercial and delivery leadership, the role offers hands-on responsibility across a strong pipeline of repeat retail projects. Key Responsibilities End-to-end delivery of retail design & build projects Primary client-facing point of contact Coordination of designers, consultants and contractors Programme management using ASTA or MS Project Budget control, cost reporting and change management Quality assurance, compliance, commissioning and handover Skills & Experience 3-5+ years' experience as a Project Manager within construction, fit-out or Corporate Real Estate Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management Commercial awareness and programme management expertise Construction or surveying background Desirable Retail tenant fit-out experience Quantity Surveying qualification Why Apply Strong pipeline of Corporate Real Estate and retail projects Opportunity to operate in a close-knit, delivery-focused team Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunity
23/01/2026
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Job Title: Project Manager - Retail Fit Out (Corporate Real Estate) Rate: £350 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (primarily onsite, some flexibility) Contract Length: 12 months Overview This contract role sits within the Corporate Real Estate environment, delivering retail design and build projects from concept through to completion. The Project Manager takes ownership of integrated project delivery, aligning design development with construction execution to ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget and quality expectations. Operating within a small, high-performing team and supported by senior commercial and delivery leadership, the role offers hands-on responsibility across a strong pipeline of repeat retail projects. Key Responsibilities End-to-end delivery of retail design & build projects Primary client-facing point of contact Coordination of designers, consultants and contractors Programme management using ASTA or MS Project Budget control, cost reporting and change management Quality assurance, compliance, commissioning and handover Skills & Experience 3-5+ years' experience as a Project Manager within construction, fit-out or Corporate Real Estate Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management Commercial awareness and programme management expertise Construction or surveying background Desirable Retail tenant fit-out experience Quantity Surveying qualification Why Apply Strong pipeline of Corporate Real Estate and retail projects Opportunity to operate in a close-knit, delivery-focused team Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunity
Site Reliability Engineer/Live Operations Engineer - 6 month contract £570 per day OutsideIR35 - Glasgow Hybrid One of Loriens leading Public Sector Clients are looking for a highly experienced Site Reliability Engineer/Live Operations Engineer to join their team on an initial 6 month contract with possible extensions. Job Outline: The organization has recently upgraded its IT systems and continues to improve them. As a Live Operations Engineer , you'll help maintain and enhance these critical safeguarding services by developing, testing, and supporting new and existing IT features. You will be responsible for designing and implementing tests, debugging, and defining corrective actions, and making stack regression proof. You will work closely with engineers to make sure releases and product launches run smoothly and meet the requirements of the Product. Ultimately, you should monitor all stages of software development to identify and resolve system malfunctions to meet quality standards, and also work close with the management/exec teams in implementing Quality Assurance strategies. Furthermore, you will lead on working with both business and technical colleagues to diagnose live issues, identify appropriate fixes and align with Product Owners and Delivery Managers to prioritise any urgent fixes Essentials: Advanced knowledge of software support/development methodologies, tools, and processes Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive operational runbooks and support strategies Demonstrable experience of taking live issues through the Software Development Lifecycle from diagnosis to delivering to the end user Hands-on experience with BAT and UAT in advance of release to live. Hands-on experience with co-ordinating with technical and non technical stakeholders assuring readiness for releases to live. Experience in debugging and working with engineers to diagnose and fix production defects. Experience in acting a first technical port of call for investigation into production issues. Exposure within the last 5 years of AWS cloud infrastructure, relational databases (ideally MySQL) and working within projects who build and maintain Java applications based on a microservice architecture. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
23/01/2026
Contractor
Site Reliability Engineer/Live Operations Engineer - 6 month contract £570 per day OutsideIR35 - Glasgow Hybrid One of Loriens leading Public Sector Clients are looking for a highly experienced Site Reliability Engineer/Live Operations Engineer to join their team on an initial 6 month contract with possible extensions. Job Outline: The organization has recently upgraded its IT systems and continues to improve them. As a Live Operations Engineer , you'll help maintain and enhance these critical safeguarding services by developing, testing, and supporting new and existing IT features. You will be responsible for designing and implementing tests, debugging, and defining corrective actions, and making stack regression proof. You will work closely with engineers to make sure releases and product launches run smoothly and meet the requirements of the Product. Ultimately, you should monitor all stages of software development to identify and resolve system malfunctions to meet quality standards, and also work close with the management/exec teams in implementing Quality Assurance strategies. Furthermore, you will lead on working with both business and technical colleagues to diagnose live issues, identify appropriate fixes and align with Product Owners and Delivery Managers to prioritise any urgent fixes Essentials: Advanced knowledge of software support/development methodologies, tools, and processes Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive operational runbooks and support strategies Demonstrable experience of taking live issues through the Software Development Lifecycle from diagnosis to delivering to the end user Hands-on experience with BAT and UAT in advance of release to live. Hands-on experience with co-ordinating with technical and non technical stakeholders assuring readiness for releases to live. Experience in debugging and working with engineers to diagnose and fix production defects. Experience in acting a first technical port of call for investigation into production issues. Exposure within the last 5 years of AWS cloud infrastructure, relational databases (ideally MySQL) and working within projects who build and maintain Java applications based on a microservice architecture. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
(sales strategy consultant, sales support consultant, payments, cards, sales analyst, strategy consultant, payments consultant) Payments Strategy Consultant (Sales) - 12 months contract - London/Hybrid - 2 days on site a week. My client in the payments market place are putting together a new way of working/strategy with respect to payments merchant acceptance and how payments are accepted by their clients and promoted by their business development team/sales team. This role will be supporting that team, by gathering data, help define and document strategy. Produce reports from data and be able to make presentation so have good Powerpoint experience. Help assist with go to market solutions, be able to define landscape, Must have a good high level understanding of strategy, sales and must have payments, ideally from card schemes. Have good organisational and coordination skills. Must have a consulting mind set, good analytical skills and be able to present data to sales people. Role summary Support the International Acceptance strategy by turning data into clear insights, improving KPI reporting, and helping operationalise our market playbooks. You will work closely with Strategy, Data, sales/partnerships to keep our acceptance programme moving with speed and discipline. What you will do Build and maintain core dashboards (Spend Coverage, Location Coverage, Customer Journey lists, GTM lists). Clean, structure, and validate merchant, acquirer and BIN-level data to ensure accuracy and trust in reporting. Analyse market, merchant, and partner performance and surface clear insights for senior leadership. Support operational governance: status tracking, KPI baselines, templates, and monthly/quarterly reviews. Prepare presentations and one-pagers for internal stakeholders (VPs, President, Data, GTM). Help coordinate delivery across markets (UK, MX, FR, ES, IT, JP), acting as a connector across teams. Assist with ad-hoc analysis and Powerpoint draft development. What you bring Strong analytical mindset; confident in Excel/Sheets and SQL and ideally snowflake. Though tech skills not essential Ability to clean and structure messy data with discipline. Clear, simple written communication; able to translate data into business implications. High ownership, reliable follow-through, and comfort working with ambiguity. Curiosity about (and ideally experience in) payments, merchants, PSPs, and the global acquiring and payment network ecosystem. A team-first attitude: organised, structured, proactive, and eager to learn. Why this role matters Your work will underpin the dashboards, GTM merchant target lists and KPIs that drive all decisions in International Acceptance. You will help give leadership the clarity they need, improve cross-country execution, and support the build-out of a more scalable, data-driven operating model. Role is Hybrid 2 days on site London/Rest Remote Inside equiv IR35 Please send CV if interested we are preferred supplier to the customer
23/01/2026
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(sales strategy consultant, sales support consultant, payments, cards, sales analyst, strategy consultant, payments consultant) Payments Strategy Consultant (Sales) - 12 months contract - London/Hybrid - 2 days on site a week. My client in the payments market place are putting together a new way of working/strategy with respect to payments merchant acceptance and how payments are accepted by their clients and promoted by their business development team/sales team. This role will be supporting that team, by gathering data, help define and document strategy. Produce reports from data and be able to make presentation so have good Powerpoint experience. Help assist with go to market solutions, be able to define landscape, Must have a good high level understanding of strategy, sales and must have payments, ideally from card schemes. Have good organisational and coordination skills. Must have a consulting mind set, good analytical skills and be able to present data to sales people. Role summary Support the International Acceptance strategy by turning data into clear insights, improving KPI reporting, and helping operationalise our market playbooks. You will work closely with Strategy, Data, sales/partnerships to keep our acceptance programme moving with speed and discipline. What you will do Build and maintain core dashboards (Spend Coverage, Location Coverage, Customer Journey lists, GTM lists). Clean, structure, and validate merchant, acquirer and BIN-level data to ensure accuracy and trust in reporting. Analyse market, merchant, and partner performance and surface clear insights for senior leadership. Support operational governance: status tracking, KPI baselines, templates, and monthly/quarterly reviews. Prepare presentations and one-pagers for internal stakeholders (VPs, President, Data, GTM). Help coordinate delivery across markets (UK, MX, FR, ES, IT, JP), acting as a connector across teams. Assist with ad-hoc analysis and Powerpoint draft development. What you bring Strong analytical mindset; confident in Excel/Sheets and SQL and ideally snowflake. Though tech skills not essential Ability to clean and structure messy data with discipline. Clear, simple written communication; able to translate data into business implications. High ownership, reliable follow-through, and comfort working with ambiguity. Curiosity about (and ideally experience in) payments, merchants, PSPs, and the global acquiring and payment network ecosystem. A team-first attitude: organised, structured, proactive, and eager to learn. Why this role matters Your work will underpin the dashboards, GTM merchant target lists and KPIs that drive all decisions in International Acceptance. You will help give leadership the clarity they need, improve cross-country execution, and support the build-out of a more scalable, data-driven operating model. Role is Hybrid 2 days on site London/Rest Remote Inside equiv IR35 Please send CV if interested we are preferred supplier to the customer
Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - £50K + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based Hybrid in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe) Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
23/01/2026
Full time
Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - £50K + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based Hybrid in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe) Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Business Change Analyst We are seeking a proactive and professionally mature Business Change Analyst to join a dynamic team delivering critical clinical system improvements. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between technical informatics and frontline patient care within a complex, sensitive environment. Location:Fulbourn, Cambridge Duration:6 months contract The Role You will manage projects through their entire life cycle, focusing on the procurement and implementation of multi-vendor clinical solutions. You will be responsible for gathering robust requirements, navigating procurement frameworks, and ensuring that business change leads to tangible, quantifiable benefits for both staff and patients. Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate workshops and lead negotiations with senior stakeholders and geographically dispersed user communities. Procurement Support: Gather requirements for clinical systems and ensure alignment with appropriate procurement frameworks. Business Change: Identify technical challenges and drive benefits realisation, ensuring service improvements are measurable. Project Delivery: Manage end-to-end life cycles using MS Project and Visio to maintain focus on work-stream deliverables. Analysis & Reporting: Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership, deriving clear solutions from ambiguous data. Qualifications & Experience Education: Recognised Business Analysis qualification (BCS or comparable) or equivalent professional experience. Informatics Knowledge: Deep understanding of information systems and informatics within a healthcare or similar sensitive setting. Technical Literacy: Proficient in MS Office, specifically MS Project and Visio . Soft Skills: Excellent influencing, negotiating, and verbal/written communication skills. Mobility: Ability to travel to various geographical locations as required by the Trust. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
23/01/2026
Contractor
Business Change Analyst We are seeking a proactive and professionally mature Business Change Analyst to join a dynamic team delivering critical clinical system improvements. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between technical informatics and frontline patient care within a complex, sensitive environment. Location:Fulbourn, Cambridge Duration:6 months contract The Role You will manage projects through their entire life cycle, focusing on the procurement and implementation of multi-vendor clinical solutions. You will be responsible for gathering robust requirements, navigating procurement frameworks, and ensuring that business change leads to tangible, quantifiable benefits for both staff and patients. Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate workshops and lead negotiations with senior stakeholders and geographically dispersed user communities. Procurement Support: Gather requirements for clinical systems and ensure alignment with appropriate procurement frameworks. Business Change: Identify technical challenges and drive benefits realisation, ensuring service improvements are measurable. Project Delivery: Manage end-to-end life cycles using MS Project and Visio to maintain focus on work-stream deliverables. Analysis & Reporting: Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership, deriving clear solutions from ambiguous data. Qualifications & Experience Education: Recognised Business Analysis qualification (BCS or comparable) or equivalent professional experience. Informatics Knowledge: Deep understanding of information systems and informatics within a healthcare or similar sensitive setting. Technical Literacy: Proficient in MS Office, specifically MS Project and Visio . Soft Skills: Excellent influencing, negotiating, and verbal/written communication skills. Mobility: Ability to travel to various geographical locations as required by the Trust. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Senior Financial Crime Business Analyst Location: Leeds or Bradford Salary/Rate: £400-£450 per day Start Date: February Job Type: 3 month initial contract w/scope to extend Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Financial Crime Business analyst to join their team for an initial 3 month contract. Job Responsibilities/Objectives You will be responsible for demonstrating industry experience in Financial Crime AML and Anti-Fraud rule design and optimisation with relevant knowledge of current Financial Crime risk and mitigation strategies Collaborate with AML, Fraud and Data teams to review and enhance detection rules and models Participate in case reviews and contribute to feedback loops for continuous improvement Conduct scenario testing and threshold tuning to improve detection accuracy Monitor system performance recommend improvements based on alert conversation rates Product regular reports on alert volumes, trends and system effectiveness Document changes to monitoring logic, data sources and rule configurations Ensure effective documentation and handover of processes, tools and methodologies Delivery training, walkthroughs and guidance to upskill existing team members Embed best practices and promote consistency in ways of working across the team Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Highly driven, independent worker Strong data analysis skills Experience working with large datasets and data quality assurance Ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly with structured documentation to support informed decision making SQL proficiency Highly articulate with outstanding communication skills The ability to effectively transfer skills to internal staff Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Preferred - experience of ACI Proactive Risk Management system If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
23/01/2026
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Financial Crime Business Analyst Location: Leeds or Bradford Salary/Rate: £400-£450 per day Start Date: February Job Type: 3 month initial contract w/scope to extend Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Financial Crime Business analyst to join their team for an initial 3 month contract. Job Responsibilities/Objectives You will be responsible for demonstrating industry experience in Financial Crime AML and Anti-Fraud rule design and optimisation with relevant knowledge of current Financial Crime risk and mitigation strategies Collaborate with AML, Fraud and Data teams to review and enhance detection rules and models Participate in case reviews and contribute to feedback loops for continuous improvement Conduct scenario testing and threshold tuning to improve detection accuracy Monitor system performance recommend improvements based on alert conversation rates Product regular reports on alert volumes, trends and system effectiveness Document changes to monitoring logic, data sources and rule configurations Ensure effective documentation and handover of processes, tools and methodologies Delivery training, walkthroughs and guidance to upskill existing team members Embed best practices and promote consistency in ways of working across the team Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Highly driven, independent worker Strong data analysis skills Experience working with large datasets and data quality assurance Ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly with structured documentation to support informed decision making SQL proficiency Highly articulate with outstanding communication skills The ability to effectively transfer skills to internal staff Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Preferred - experience of ACI Proactive Risk Management system If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Your new company A large public sector organisation undergoing a multi-year transformation programme is seeking a Portfolio Management Analyst to support the effective delivery of change. With significant investment in digital, innovation and new operating models, this is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment in its development. Your new role As Portfolio Management Analyst, you will play a central role in shaping and maintaining the organisation's programme and project landscape. You will turn complex delivery data into clear insights, enabling senior leadership to monitor progress, manage risks and make informed decisions. You will support agile, waterfall and hybrid programmes through the creation of accurate portfolio reports, dashboards, roadmaps and governance documentation. You will ensure plans are integrated, risks and dependencies are visible, resources are tracked effectively, and benefits are clearly defined and measured. In addition, you will contribute to continuous improvement across programme and portfolio management processes, helping to embed consistent standards and strengthen assurance. What you'll need to succeed Degree-level education or equivalent experience, plus foundation-level project or programme management training (eg, APM PFQ/PMQ). Proven experience in PMO, programme or transformation environments, ideally within a complex organisation. Strong knowledge of PMO controls including integrated planning, RAID management, governance and benefits tracking. Ability to produce high-quality dashboards, reports and visuals using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Miro, Visio or Canva. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clear, concise information to senior stakeholders and facilitate collaborative sessions. A highly analytical, organised and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to improving processes and portfolio outcomes. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of £48,906 - £53,329, remote working arrangements with occasional travel as required. The organisation also offers a generous benefits package including generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, wellbeing support and a contributory pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
23/01/2026
Full time
Your new company A large public sector organisation undergoing a multi-year transformation programme is seeking a Portfolio Management Analyst to support the effective delivery of change. With significant investment in digital, innovation and new operating models, this is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment in its development. Your new role As Portfolio Management Analyst, you will play a central role in shaping and maintaining the organisation's programme and project landscape. You will turn complex delivery data into clear insights, enabling senior leadership to monitor progress, manage risks and make informed decisions. You will support agile, waterfall and hybrid programmes through the creation of accurate portfolio reports, dashboards, roadmaps and governance documentation. You will ensure plans are integrated, risks and dependencies are visible, resources are tracked effectively, and benefits are clearly defined and measured. In addition, you will contribute to continuous improvement across programme and portfolio management processes, helping to embed consistent standards and strengthen assurance. What you'll need to succeed Degree-level education or equivalent experience, plus foundation-level project or programme management training (eg, APM PFQ/PMQ). Proven experience in PMO, programme or transformation environments, ideally within a complex organisation. Strong knowledge of PMO controls including integrated planning, RAID management, governance and benefits tracking. Ability to produce high-quality dashboards, reports and visuals using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Miro, Visio or Canva. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clear, concise information to senior stakeholders and facilitate collaborative sessions. A highly analytical, organised and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to improving processes and portfolio outcomes. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of £48,906 - £53,329, remote working arrangements with occasional travel as required. The organisation also offers a generous benefits package including generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, wellbeing support and a contributory pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
