UNISON Centre London Starting Salary £40,730 per annum plus London Weighting allowance of £6,894 35 hours per week Temporary 12 months contract Ref: ORD/AR24
UNISON is Britain’s leading public sector trade union, with more than 1.3 million members working in the public services, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ 1,200 staff, including approximately 370 at our national centre in Euston, central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, in Northern Ireland.
About this Job
UNISON carried out a comprehensive staff digital skills survey during 2025, which highlighted gaps in IT skills among staff at all levels. Our Digital Skills Officer is building a comprehensive training and support programme to ensure all staff are able to make good use of the tools available to them.
We are now seeking a Digital Skills Trainer to support this work. This will be a specialist role within the Staff Learning and Development Department, working closely with the IT department. The postholder will train and engage colleagues in using Microsoft 365 Apps and other digital platforms as required.
What you'll do:
Design, create and deliver engaging and impactful digital skills training, online and in person, for a wide range of skills levels
Create simple online guidance and resources to meet emerging needs
Keep up to date with changes to the software we use and update training and resources accordingly
Work alongside the Digital Skills Officer to create and support a culture of confidence and competence in using digital tools at UNISON
Why join us:
Make a difference to how staff experience our digital tools
Contribute to our digital skills journey and help shape how it evolves
Be part of a small supportive team
The postholder will have a proven track record in IT skills training and a creative approach to designing training and resources.
In return we offer excellent benefits including 32 days of annual leave + public holidays, final salary pension scheme, flexible working and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form referring to the job description and person specification (both under “Documents”)
Please note that only the relevant application form will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted.
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Form should be returned by e-mail to stafflearninganddevelopment@unison.co.uk quoting reference: ORD/AR24 on your application form.
Please save your documents starting with your full name in the document name.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 8th May 2026.
The interviews will be held on Friday 5th June in UNISON Centre, Euston Road London.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
23/04/2026
Full time
UNISON Centre London Starting Salary £40,730 per annum plus London Weighting allowance of £6,894 35 hours per week Temporary 12 months contract Ref: ORD/AR24
UNISON is Britain’s leading public sector trade union, with more than 1.3 million members working in the public services, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ 1,200 staff, including approximately 370 at our national centre in Euston, central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, in Northern Ireland.
About this Job
UNISON carried out a comprehensive staff digital skills survey during 2025, which highlighted gaps in IT skills among staff at all levels. Our Digital Skills Officer is building a comprehensive training and support programme to ensure all staff are able to make good use of the tools available to them.
We are now seeking a Digital Skills Trainer to support this work. This will be a specialist role within the Staff Learning and Development Department, working closely with the IT department. The postholder will train and engage colleagues in using Microsoft 365 Apps and other digital platforms as required.
What you'll do:
Design, create and deliver engaging and impactful digital skills training, online and in person, for a wide range of skills levels
Create simple online guidance and resources to meet emerging needs
Keep up to date with changes to the software we use and update training and resources accordingly
Work alongside the Digital Skills Officer to create and support a culture of confidence and competence in using digital tools at UNISON
Why join us:
Make a difference to how staff experience our digital tools
Contribute to our digital skills journey and help shape how it evolves
Be part of a small supportive team
The postholder will have a proven track record in IT skills training and a creative approach to designing training and resources.
In return we offer excellent benefits including 32 days of annual leave + public holidays, final salary pension scheme, flexible working and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form referring to the job description and person specification (both under “Documents”)
Please note that only the relevant application form will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted.
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Form should be returned by e-mail to stafflearninganddevelopment@unison.co.uk quoting reference: ORD/AR24 on your application form.
Please save your documents starting with your full name in the document name.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 8th May 2026.
The interviews will be held on Friday 5th June in UNISON Centre, Euston Road London.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
London, UK
Reference number: 431765
Salary: £57,500– £62,500
Total Package: Grade 7
Contract: Permanent
Location: London/Milton Keynes/East Kilbride
We lead the UK’s diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. We employ around 17,000 staff in our global network of 281 offices worldwide. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street in London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes.
Your role with us
The Information and Digital Directorate is responsible for delivering our ambition to make the FCDO the world’s most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry. This means harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management to deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims, all while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors.
When you join us in this significant role, you’ll lead our dynamic Service Centre teams and work to ensure that all service and support functions are responsive to the needs of our end users, technical changes are well managed and communicated, and problems are resolved at root cause. Focused on championing knowledge management, continuous improvement and operational excellence, and enabling our organisation’s global work through reliable, innovative IT services, you’ll also play a key role in shaping the culture and capability of the Service Centre.
Committed to providing effective line management and championing diversity and inclusion, you’ll foster an environment where learning and professional growth are actively encouraged. You’ll hold overall responsibility for ten teams across our offices in London, East Kilbride and Milton Keynes, and by managing resources, prioritising capacity and leading recruitment, you’ll ensure they’re equipped to meet evolving organisational needs.
Who we’re looking for
To be a success in this vital role you should hold an ITIL Service Management qualification at Foundation level, possess strong technical skills, and have a track record of leading operational Service Desk functions. It’s important that you can demonstrate a number of skills at the role level of Senior IT Service Management – these should include Service Management Framework Knowledge (Practitioner Level), User Focus (Expert Level), Service Focus (Practitioner Level) and Strategic Thinking (Practitioner Level).
When you join us you’ll enjoy access to a wide range of professional development opportunities, including Civil Service training and qualifications such as Information, Technology Infrastructure Library, Strategic Decision Making and Leadership skills. So if you’re excited by the idea of leading change, influencing service strategy and delivering value at scale, this is your opportunity to make a real impact and lead from the front.
If you’re successful you’ll be expected to travel to FCDO offices across the UK on a monthly basis and international travel may also be involved. Please be aware that you must be a British Citizen at the time of application and be required to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. For more information about this process, click here .
We value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from all communities. Everyone here gets the support to develop their skills and capabilities as well as benefits that help to make the most of life in and out of work, including a Civil Service pension.
Use your talent and experience to shape our nation’s future, and deliver tangible improvements to millions of lives, including your own.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 2nd March 2026.
06/02/2026
Full time
Reference number: 431765
Salary: £57,500– £62,500
Total Package: Grade 7
Contract: Permanent
Location: London/Milton Keynes/East Kilbride
We lead the UK’s diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. We employ around 17,000 staff in our global network of 281 offices worldwide. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street in London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes.
Your role with us
The Information and Digital Directorate is responsible for delivering our ambition to make the FCDO the world’s most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry. This means harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management to deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims, all while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors.
When you join us in this significant role, you’ll lead our dynamic Service Centre teams and work to ensure that all service and support functions are responsive to the needs of our end users, technical changes are well managed and communicated, and problems are resolved at root cause. Focused on championing knowledge management, continuous improvement and operational excellence, and enabling our organisation’s global work through reliable, innovative IT services, you’ll also play a key role in shaping the culture and capability of the Service Centre.
Committed to providing effective line management and championing diversity and inclusion, you’ll foster an environment where learning and professional growth are actively encouraged. You’ll hold overall responsibility for ten teams across our offices in London, East Kilbride and Milton Keynes, and by managing resources, prioritising capacity and leading recruitment, you’ll ensure they’re equipped to meet evolving organisational needs.
Who we’re looking for
To be a success in this vital role you should hold an ITIL Service Management qualification at Foundation level, possess strong technical skills, and have a track record of leading operational Service Desk functions. It’s important that you can demonstrate a number of skills at the role level of Senior IT Service Management – these should include Service Management Framework Knowledge (Practitioner Level), User Focus (Expert Level), Service Focus (Practitioner Level) and Strategic Thinking (Practitioner Level).
When you join us you’ll enjoy access to a wide range of professional development opportunities, including Civil Service training and qualifications such as Information, Technology Infrastructure Library, Strategic Decision Making and Leadership skills. So if you’re excited by the idea of leading change, influencing service strategy and delivering value at scale, this is your opportunity to make a real impact and lead from the front.
If you’re successful you’ll be expected to travel to FCDO offices across the UK on a monthly basis and international travel may also be involved. Please be aware that you must be a British Citizen at the time of application and be required to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. For more information about this process, click here .
We value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from all communities. Everyone here gets the support to develop their skills and capabilities as well as benefits that help to make the most of life in and out of work, including a Civil Service pension.
Use your talent and experience to shape our nation’s future, and deliver tangible improvements to millions of lives, including your own.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 2nd March 2026.
Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing
On behalf of DWP we are looking for a Senior Data Engineer for a 6 month (Inside IR35) contract. Hybrid working with 3 days per week required in either Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or Newcastle. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: . Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation . Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now . Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society . Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a Senior Data Engineer your main responsibilities will be to: . Ensure code executes with optimum efficiency within production environment. . Create necessary unit test scenarios to provide assurance. . Undertake code review of existing products, provide assessment of any identified issues along with process improvements. . Produce a set of documents detailing processes and business rationale and provide these documents to assist with capacity issues within the team. . Write Cost of Living payment code. . Provide SAS development and testing capability to assist with capacity issues that the team are facing. . Resolve and identify data quality issues within the data warehouse . Perform root cause analysis to identify critical data issues and rectify issues quickly so not to delay any payments . Support the resolution of data quality and data related issues, improving data quality as much as possible to lead to more accurate payment making. . Build data visualisation products to support the wider project and communication of outcomes. . Build MI dashboards. . Create data ingest processes which automatically validate/identify data quality issues. Essential: . An active SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. (Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance.) . Informatica knowledge and experience. . Understanding and experience of SAS Proc SQL, SQL, SAS Macro programming languages. . Experience of working in unix environments along with Oracle database applications. . Experience of using SAS Viya to develop and maintain MI products. . Knowledge of working within AWS cloud environment to deploy and operate SAS products. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
04/06/2026
Contractor
On behalf of DWP we are looking for a Senior Data Engineer for a 6 month (Inside IR35) contract. Hybrid working with 3 days per week required in either Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or Newcastle. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: . Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation . Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now . Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society . Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a Senior Data Engineer your main responsibilities will be to: . Ensure code executes with optimum efficiency within production environment. . Create necessary unit test scenarios to provide assurance. . Undertake code review of existing products, provide assessment of any identified issues along with process improvements. . Produce a set of documents detailing processes and business rationale and provide these documents to assist with capacity issues within the team. . Write Cost of Living payment code. . Provide SAS development and testing capability to assist with capacity issues that the team are facing. . Resolve and identify data quality issues within the data warehouse . Perform root cause analysis to identify critical data issues and rectify issues quickly so not to delay any payments . Support the resolution of data quality and data related issues, improving data quality as much as possible to lead to more accurate payment making. . Build data visualisation products to support the wider project and communication of outcomes. . Build MI dashboards. . Create data ingest processes which automatically validate/identify data quality issues. Essential: . An active SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. (Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance.) . Informatica knowledge and experience. . Understanding and experience of SAS Proc SQL, SQL, SAS Macro programming languages. . Experience of working in unix environments along with Oracle database applications. . Experience of using SAS Viya to develop and maintain MI products. . Knowledge of working within AWS cloud environment to deploy and operate SAS products. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Business Development Executive Welham Green Our client is seeking a commercially minded individual to take ownership of their stock gears and distribution business, and develop it into a structured, growing standalone part of the company. The stock gears and distribution business currently operates through a mix of subcontract manufacture and distribution supply. The ambition is to professionalise and grow the business through improved product positioning, stronger supplier relationships, enhanced catalogue and web shop capability, and proactive customer development. This role is hands-on and operational but with clear commercial ownership and the opportunity to shape how the business evolves over the next three years and beyond. Role Purpose To manage and develop the business as a standalone business unit, improving day-to-day operations while building a stronger commercial, product, and channel strategy to support growth. Key Responsibilities Business ownership: Take day-to-day responsibility for enquiries, orders, suppliers, and delivery. Improve internal processes, ERP data quality, and operational flow. Coordinate subcontract and distribution activity. Customer and supplier relationships: Act as primary contact for customers. Develop strong supplier and distributor relationships. Support sales into both existing customers and new markets. Product and proposition development: Review and refine the product and catalogue offering. Identify opportunities to improve positioning and competitiveness. Support development of a future web shop and digital sales capability. Commercial growth: Improve conversion from enquiry to order. Support pricing and margin discipline. Identify new opportunities, channels, and repeat customers. Contribute to the business s growth strategy. Future business development: Help shape the business into a structured business unit. Influence sourcing, stock, and product direction. Grow into broader commercial responsibility over time. What They re Looking For Essential: Experience in engineering, industrial products, or technical distribution. Background in technical sales, internal sales, product coordination, or similar. Commercial awareness and interest in growing a product-based business. Confident working with both customers and suppliers. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. ERP / MRP and Microsoft Office experience. Desirable: Exposure to gears, power transmission, or mechanical components. Experience with catalogue products or distribution models. Involvement in pricing, sourcing, or product range development. Personal attributes: Takes ownership and responsibility. Commercially curious. Practical and solutions focused. Comfortable working across teams. Motivated by building and improving something over time. The Opportunity The stock gears and distribution business is currently a small but important part of our client, with clear growth potential. The goal is to grow the business into a £1m+ revenue stream within the next three years through stronger commercial focus, improved product positioning, and development of digital and distribution channels. This role offers the opportunity to shape and lead that journey and develop into a broader business leadership position.
04/06/2026
Full time
Business Development Executive Welham Green Our client is seeking a commercially minded individual to take ownership of their stock gears and distribution business, and develop it into a structured, growing standalone part of the company. The stock gears and distribution business currently operates through a mix of subcontract manufacture and distribution supply. The ambition is to professionalise and grow the business through improved product positioning, stronger supplier relationships, enhanced catalogue and web shop capability, and proactive customer development. This role is hands-on and operational but with clear commercial ownership and the opportunity to shape how the business evolves over the next three years and beyond. Role Purpose To manage and develop the business as a standalone business unit, improving day-to-day operations while building a stronger commercial, product, and channel strategy to support growth. Key Responsibilities Business ownership: Take day-to-day responsibility for enquiries, orders, suppliers, and delivery. Improve internal processes, ERP data quality, and operational flow. Coordinate subcontract and distribution activity. Customer and supplier relationships: Act as primary contact for customers. Develop strong supplier and distributor relationships. Support sales into both existing customers and new markets. Product and proposition development: Review and refine the product and catalogue offering. Identify opportunities to improve positioning and competitiveness. Support development of a future web shop and digital sales capability. Commercial growth: Improve conversion from enquiry to order. Support pricing and margin discipline. Identify new opportunities, channels, and repeat customers. Contribute to the business s growth strategy. Future business development: Help shape the business into a structured business unit. Influence sourcing, stock, and product direction. Grow into broader commercial responsibility over time. What They re Looking For Essential: Experience in engineering, industrial products, or technical distribution. Background in technical sales, internal sales, product coordination, or similar. Commercial awareness and interest in growing a product-based business. Confident working with both customers and suppliers. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. ERP / MRP and Microsoft Office experience. Desirable: Exposure to gears, power transmission, or mechanical components. Experience with catalogue products or distribution models. Involvement in pricing, sourcing, or product range development. Personal attributes: Takes ownership and responsibility. Commercially curious. Practical and solutions focused. Comfortable working across teams. Motivated by building and improving something over time. The Opportunity The stock gears and distribution business is currently a small but important part of our client, with clear growth potential. The goal is to grow the business into a £1m+ revenue stream within the next three years through stronger commercial focus, improved product positioning, and development of digital and distribution channels. This role offers the opportunity to shape and lead that journey and develop into a broader business leadership position.
About The Big Life Group The Big Life Group's mission is to fight for equity, in health, in wealth and in life. We are a social business delivering a range of services across the North of England, covering everything from mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, to housing, education, family support and much more. What links them together is the way we work - The Big Life Way. We always stand shoulder-to shoulder with people, working with them on the things that matter most to them. Everything we do is designed and informed by the needs, priorities and strengths of people and communities. Our values: Courage : We stand up for ourselves, and the people and communities we work alongside, even when that makes us unpopular, or challenges accepted wisdom. Creativity : We find innovative solutions that work, never accepting the easy option or the status quo. Honesty : We act with integrity, speaking the truth to ourselves and others. Inspiration : We are inspired by the people and communities we work with and share what we learn from them to inspire others. Thoughtful : We act with care and compassion and work to understand people's experiences. We take time to listen, reflect and continually learn. Valuing difference : We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities, gifts, insights and perspectives that different people offer. Working at Big Life At Big Life, work is more than a job - it's about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with people and communities, making a difference every day. We fight for equity in health, in wealth and in life, and that commitment starts with how our staff. Be yourself We want you to feel safe, respected and able to bring your whole self to work. Difference is celebrated here, and our staff networks - from menopause to neurodiversity, LGBTQI+ and more - create space to connect and support each other. Benefits that matter We offer more than a payslip - you'll find wellbeing support through LifeWorks, Simply Health and mindfulness sessions, 25-30 days' annual leave plus your birthday off, flexible working, and regular learning opportunities. Everyday perks include Blue Light Card discounts, savings schemes, cycle-to-work, free eye tests and more - little extras to make life easier inside and outside of work. Recognised as outstanding We're proud to be ranked by Best Companies as one of the UK's outstanding places to work, with a two-star accreditation in 2024. A culture of trust and flexibility Our people describe our culture as relaxed and supportive. You'll be trusted to plan your own day, take breaks when you need, and work in a way that fits with your life as well as your role. If you're looking for more than a job - if you want to be part of a team that's bold, creative and relentlessly committed to equity - then Big Life could be the place for you. Job description: Business Development Manager The basics Salary NJC point 38-40 ( £49,282 to £51,356) Hours 35 hours per week Annual leave 25 days, increasing to 30 days after five years Base Big Life Stretford Road Hub, Manchester, or remote with attendance in person as required Line manager Executive Director Closing date for applications 21 June 2026 at midnight What you'll be doing As our Business Development Manager, you will lead and coordinate the development of high-quality, compliant and competitive tenders that support Big Life Group's growth and impact. Working as one of two Business Development Managers, you will have end-to-end responsibility for identifying opportunities and leading tender submissions across allocated service areas. You'll work closely with operational leaders, finance colleagues and external partners to develop compelling proposals that demonstrate our impact, quality and values. You will play a central role in helping Big Life Group secure new contracts and partnerships, contributing directly to the sustainability and development of services that support communities across Greater Manchester and beyond. Main duties: Build strong relationships across allocated service areas to understand strengths, challenges and opportunities for growth. Identify business development opportunities and assess strategic fit, delivery capability, financial viability and likelihood of success. Lead and coordinate tender processes from opportunity identification through to submission and interview preparation. Produce high-quality bid content that clearly demonstrates Big Life Group's experience, impact and capability. Develop compelling social value and impact narratives within submissions. Work with finance colleagues to develop compliant and financially viable pricing models. Maintain oversight of bid pipelines, tender outcomes and lessons learned to support continuous improvement. Develop market intelligence relating to commissioners, procurement trends, competitors and partnership opportunities. Maintain and improve libraries of standard responses, evidence and case studies. Support effective mobilisation and handover of successful contracts to operational teams. For the full recruitment pack, including the job description and the person specification, please go to our website. Please use the person specification whilst completing your application.
04/06/2026
Full time
About The Big Life Group The Big Life Group's mission is to fight for equity, in health, in wealth and in life. We are a social business delivering a range of services across the North of England, covering everything from mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, to housing, education, family support and much more. What links them together is the way we work - The Big Life Way. We always stand shoulder-to shoulder with people, working with them on the things that matter most to them. Everything we do is designed and informed by the needs, priorities and strengths of people and communities. Our values: Courage : We stand up for ourselves, and the people and communities we work alongside, even when that makes us unpopular, or challenges accepted wisdom. Creativity : We find innovative solutions that work, never accepting the easy option or the status quo. Honesty : We act with integrity, speaking the truth to ourselves and others. Inspiration : We are inspired by the people and communities we work with and share what we learn from them to inspire others. Thoughtful : We act with care and compassion and work to understand people's experiences. We take time to listen, reflect and continually learn. Valuing difference : We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities, gifts, insights and perspectives that different people offer. Working at Big Life At Big Life, work is more than a job - it's about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with people and communities, making a difference every day. We fight for equity in health, in wealth and in life, and that commitment starts with how our staff. Be yourself We want you to feel safe, respected and able to bring your whole self to work. Difference is celebrated here, and our staff networks - from menopause to neurodiversity, LGBTQI+ and more - create space to connect and support each other. Benefits that matter We offer more than a payslip - you'll find wellbeing support through LifeWorks, Simply Health and mindfulness sessions, 25-30 days' annual leave plus your birthday off, flexible working, and regular learning opportunities. Everyday perks include Blue Light Card discounts, savings schemes, cycle-to-work, free eye tests and more - little extras to make life easier inside and outside of work. Recognised as outstanding We're proud to be ranked by Best Companies as one of the UK's outstanding places to work, with a two-star accreditation in 2024. A culture of trust and flexibility Our people describe our culture as relaxed and supportive. You'll be trusted to plan your own day, take breaks when you need, and work in a way that fits with your life as well as your role. If you're looking for more than a job - if you want to be part of a team that's bold, creative and relentlessly committed to equity - then Big Life could be the place for you. Job description: Business Development Manager The basics Salary NJC point 38-40 ( £49,282 to £51,356) Hours 35 hours per week Annual leave 25 days, increasing to 30 days after five years Base Big Life Stretford Road Hub, Manchester, or remote with attendance in person as required Line manager Executive Director Closing date for applications 21 June 2026 at midnight What you'll be doing As our Business Development Manager, you will lead and coordinate the development of high-quality, compliant and competitive tenders that support Big Life Group's growth and impact. Working as one of two Business Development Managers, you will have end-to-end responsibility for identifying opportunities and leading tender submissions across allocated service areas. You'll work closely with operational leaders, finance colleagues and external partners to develop compelling proposals that demonstrate our impact, quality and values. You will play a central role in helping Big Life Group secure new contracts and partnerships, contributing directly to the sustainability and development of services that support communities across Greater Manchester and beyond. Main duties: Build strong relationships across allocated service areas to understand strengths, challenges and opportunities for growth. Identify business development opportunities and assess strategic fit, delivery capability, financial viability and likelihood of success. Lead and coordinate tender processes from opportunity identification through to submission and interview preparation. Produce high-quality bid content that clearly demonstrates Big Life Group's experience, impact and capability. Develop compelling social value and impact narratives within submissions. Work with finance colleagues to develop compliant and financially viable pricing models. Maintain oversight of bid pipelines, tender outcomes and lessons learned to support continuous improvement. Develop market intelligence relating to commissioners, procurement trends, competitors and partnership opportunities. Maintain and improve libraries of standard responses, evidence and case studies. Support effective mobilisation and handover of successful contracts to operational teams. For the full recruitment pack, including the job description and the person specification, please go to our website. Please use the person specification whilst completing your application.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
04/06/2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
Head of IT This is an exciting time to join as we are embarking on an ambitious Digital, Data and Technology (DDT) Programme to enable the organisation to reach its ambitious goal of raising £120m by 2033. This is a significant time for Technology in the organisation, the Technology Operating Model, Cyber Security initiatives, User Experience (e.g. AI, Microsoft tooling) and the Technology architecture (move from en-prem to SaaS and Azure) are all receiving significant investment and change. The successful person will be a visible and approachable leader who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on IT operational management. You ll be comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders, leading technical teams, and ensuring a consistently high-level of service across the organisation. In addition, this is a time of change so leading and driving forward change evolving IT into a modern scalable service function. This role will have 3 direct reports (with teams) with responsibility for Operations & Infrastructure, Cyber & Information Security and End User Systems Management. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement. Membership of internal programme/business boards, creating and delivering updates to senior stakeholders Contributing and collaborating as a key part of the Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Acting as the key IT contact for senior business stakeholders Building strong relationships with suppliers (including procurement) Managing budgets, resources, and IT governance requirements Digital and Technology change Driving forward SaaS and cloud infrastructure migration Evolving IT into a modern scalable service function using self-service and automation Improving the end user experience from IT provided tools including with AI (safe adoption, productivity enablement, guardrails and policy) Cyber and Information Security Acting as the senior operational owner for cyber and information security, with accountability for policy, standards, controls and incident readiness Leading security operations including threat/vulnerability management, incident response, and risk assessment Embedding security by design across cloud (Azure), SaaS, and end-user technologies Technology Operations Leading, mentoring, and developing an IT support and infrastructure team Overseeing infrastructure (cloud and en-prem), networks, hardware, and end-user technology services Ensuring high levels of system availability, reliability, and user satisfaction Managing support for devices, connectivity, printers, collaboration tools, and business systems Managing and improving support processes, SLAs, and operational performance metrics Driving service excellence and managing escalated technical issues when needed Technology Expertise Strong experience across modern end-user and enterprise technologies, including: Microsoft 365 (Entra ID/Azure AD, SharePoint, Intune, Defender, Active Directory) Microsoft Azure (Virtual Machines, Azure SQL, networking and other cloud infrastructure) Expertise in hybrid or cloud native environments Office technology (networking, Windows environments, personal computing, mobile device management) Security tools and services covering identity & access management, endpoint and cloud protection, SIEM/XDR, vulnerability management, and email/domain security End-user tooling, including emerging AI-enabled productivity tools Knowledge, skills and experience needed: Proven experience in a Head of IT, Service Management / Service Delivery leadership role Experience leading digital transformation or cloud modernisation programmes Experience in owning cyber and information security with accountability for policy, standards, controls and incident readiness Technically credible able to hold your own in conversations with developers, architects, and IT leadership Experience driving continuous service improvement (CSI) and operational excellence Track record of delivering service innovation and automation in a growing organisation A confident communicator who can represent the IT function professionally at all levels, internally and externally Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage incidents and complex service challenges Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information Strong people management experience, including leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams Experience influencing decision-making at senior leadership and executive level Strong leadership capability, balancing hands-on delivery with short- and long-term strategic vision Outstanding communicator, with strong influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language Strong focus on ownership, accountability, and results delivery, with a proactive can-do attitude Strategic and analytical thinker, able to see the bigger picture and set direction High levels of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards Curious and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement Willingness to be hands-on when needed, leading by example within the team Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £75,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 21ST June 2026 , with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
04/06/2026
Full time
Head of IT This is an exciting time to join as we are embarking on an ambitious Digital, Data and Technology (DDT) Programme to enable the organisation to reach its ambitious goal of raising £120m by 2033. This is a significant time for Technology in the organisation, the Technology Operating Model, Cyber Security initiatives, User Experience (e.g. AI, Microsoft tooling) and the Technology architecture (move from en-prem to SaaS and Azure) are all receiving significant investment and change. The successful person will be a visible and approachable leader who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on IT operational management. You ll be comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders, leading technical teams, and ensuring a consistently high-level of service across the organisation. In addition, this is a time of change so leading and driving forward change evolving IT into a modern scalable service function. This role will have 3 direct reports (with teams) with responsibility for Operations & Infrastructure, Cyber & Information Security and End User Systems Management. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement. Membership of internal programme/business boards, creating and delivering updates to senior stakeholders Contributing and collaborating as a key part of the Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Acting as the key IT contact for senior business stakeholders Building strong relationships with suppliers (including procurement) Managing budgets, resources, and IT governance requirements Digital and Technology change Driving forward SaaS and cloud infrastructure migration Evolving IT into a modern scalable service function using self-service and automation Improving the end user experience from IT provided tools including with AI (safe adoption, productivity enablement, guardrails and policy) Cyber and Information Security Acting as the senior operational owner for cyber and information security, with accountability for policy, standards, controls and incident readiness Leading security operations including threat/vulnerability management, incident response, and risk assessment Embedding security by design across cloud (Azure), SaaS, and end-user technologies Technology Operations Leading, mentoring, and developing an IT support and infrastructure team Overseeing infrastructure (cloud and en-prem), networks, hardware, and end-user technology services Ensuring high levels of system availability, reliability, and user satisfaction Managing support for devices, connectivity, printers, collaboration tools, and business systems Managing and improving support processes, SLAs, and operational performance metrics Driving service excellence and managing escalated technical issues when needed Technology Expertise Strong experience across modern end-user and enterprise technologies, including: Microsoft 365 (Entra ID/Azure AD, SharePoint, Intune, Defender, Active Directory) Microsoft Azure (Virtual Machines, Azure SQL, networking and other cloud infrastructure) Expertise in hybrid or cloud native environments Office technology (networking, Windows environments, personal computing, mobile device management) Security tools and services covering identity & access management, endpoint and cloud protection, SIEM/XDR, vulnerability management, and email/domain security End-user tooling, including emerging AI-enabled productivity tools Knowledge, skills and experience needed: Proven experience in a Head of IT, Service Management / Service Delivery leadership role Experience leading digital transformation or cloud modernisation programmes Experience in owning cyber and information security with accountability for policy, standards, controls and incident readiness Technically credible able to hold your own in conversations with developers, architects, and IT leadership Experience driving continuous service improvement (CSI) and operational excellence Track record of delivering service innovation and automation in a growing organisation A confident communicator who can represent the IT function professionally at all levels, internally and externally Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage incidents and complex service challenges Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information Strong people management experience, including leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams Experience influencing decision-making at senior leadership and executive level Strong leadership capability, balancing hands-on delivery with short- and long-term strategic vision Outstanding communicator, with strong influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language Strong focus on ownership, accountability, and results delivery, with a proactive can-do attitude Strategic and analytical thinker, able to see the bigger picture and set direction High levels of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards Curious and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement Willingness to be hands-on when needed, leading by example within the team Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £75,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 21ST June 2026 , with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
Operations Manager Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Reports to: Director of Operations Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c£68,000, depending on experience Start date: We expect to complete interviews in July, with the successful candidate joining the team as soon as possible thereafter, subject to reference checks and notice period. How to apply: Please submit your application via our website. About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. The Role The Operations Manager is a key hire within our small but highly effective Operations Unit, sitting alongside a People Operations Manager and reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting CLTR s overall operations, working across units and delivering projects spanning cybersecurity, finance, administration, data protection, office management and others. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to a skilled and self-motivated operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable switching between strategic project management and day-to-day delivery. You will have the confidence to take on new challenges and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams, contractors and external service providers to drive impact. You will take ownership of key operational systems and processes, lead on our internal cybersecurity and IT operations (in partnership with our external managed service provider), and support a range of compliance, administrative, and organisational improvement projects. As the organisation grows, this role will be central to building the infrastructure that supports a scaling team. What you ll do: Project & Operations Management Project manage key operational initiatives from initiation through to delivery, maintaining clear plans, timelines, and stakeholder communication. Support the Director of Operations in developing and implementing operational strategies aligned with the organisation's growth plans. Identify inefficiencies in existing systems and processes and drive improvements, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to scale. Maintain operational documentation, process guides, and internal knowledge management systems. Cybersecurity and IT: Serve as the primary internal point of contact for our external IT and managed security service provider, ensuring service levels are maintained and issues are resolved promptly. Oversee day-to-day IT operations including device management, software licensing, onboarding/offboarding technology needs, and user support escalations. Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation's cybersecurity policies and controls, in line with relevant frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials). Maintain and develop an asset register, acceptable use policies, access controls, and incident response procedures. Proactively identify and mitigate IT and security risks as the organisation grows, including preparing for future infrastructure needs. Coordinate internal roll out and learning around AI tools. Compliance & Governance Support Maintain and update internal policies in coordination with the Director of Operations, People Operations Manager and relevant leads. Support the People Operations Manager with HR-adjacent compliance requirements where appropriate (e.g. right to work checks, DBS, data handling). Support organisational compliance activities, including data protection (UK GDPR) and any sector-or donor-specific regulatory requirements. Assist in preparing for and managing external audits, accreditations, and due diligence processes. Office & Administrative Operations Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of office operations, including facilities management, supplier relationships, and procurement. Manage relationships with key operational suppliers and service providers, reviewing contracts and ensuring value for money. Provide flexible administrative support to the Director of Operations and wider Operations Unit as needed, with a can-do approach to varied tasks. Support the planning and logistics of internal events, offsites, and all-staff meetings. Provide flexible operational support to the Risk Management Unit (0.5 days per week) Organisational Development Contribute to scaling the organisation's operational capabilities as headcount grows, including helping to onboard new staff, implement new tools, and embed operational best practice. Play an active role in fostering a well-organised, collaborative, and mission-aligned working culture. Any other tasks as reasonably requested by your line manager. Person Specification Essential Proven track record in an operations, project management, or business management role. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. Proven ability to manage IT and/or cybersecurity operations, ideally including experience working with external managed service providers. Experience supporting compliance or governance functions, including working knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection practice. Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, with a systematic approach to documentation and process management. A self-starter mentality comfortable with ambiguity, able to take initiative, and happy to roll up their sleeves on both strategic and administrative tasks. High agency and a proactive, ownership-driven approach you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment. Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials, NIST, or ISO 27001. Experience supporting organisational scaling or managing change in a growing team. Strong digital literacy and experience working with tools such as Claude, Gemini, Asana and WordPress, and the ability to learn new software rapidly. Experience managing procurement and supplier contracts. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least twice-to-three times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits £68,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) via our website by 9am UK time on Monday 22 June 2026. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, and how you would approach the responsibilities of this role in practice. We plan to conduct first round interviews online with selected candidates during the week commencing 29 June 2026. Final interviews will be held in person during the week commencing 13 July 2026 at CLTR s office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please get in touch. Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability . click apply for full job details
04/06/2026
Full time
Operations Manager Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Reports to: Director of Operations Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c£68,000, depending on experience Start date: We expect to complete interviews in July, with the successful candidate joining the team as soon as possible thereafter, subject to reference checks and notice period. How to apply: Please submit your application via our website. About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. The Role The Operations Manager is a key hire within our small but highly effective Operations Unit, sitting alongside a People Operations Manager and reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting CLTR s overall operations, working across units and delivering projects spanning cybersecurity, finance, administration, data protection, office management and others. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to a skilled and self-motivated operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable switching between strategic project management and day-to-day delivery. You will have the confidence to take on new challenges and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams, contractors and external service providers to drive impact. You will take ownership of key operational systems and processes, lead on our internal cybersecurity and IT operations (in partnership with our external managed service provider), and support a range of compliance, administrative, and organisational improvement projects. As the organisation grows, this role will be central to building the infrastructure that supports a scaling team. What you ll do: Project & Operations Management Project manage key operational initiatives from initiation through to delivery, maintaining clear plans, timelines, and stakeholder communication. Support the Director of Operations in developing and implementing operational strategies aligned with the organisation's growth plans. Identify inefficiencies in existing systems and processes and drive improvements, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to scale. Maintain operational documentation, process guides, and internal knowledge management systems. Cybersecurity and IT: Serve as the primary internal point of contact for our external IT and managed security service provider, ensuring service levels are maintained and issues are resolved promptly. Oversee day-to-day IT operations including device management, software licensing, onboarding/offboarding technology needs, and user support escalations. Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation's cybersecurity policies and controls, in line with relevant frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials). Maintain and develop an asset register, acceptable use policies, access controls, and incident response procedures. Proactively identify and mitigate IT and security risks as the organisation grows, including preparing for future infrastructure needs. Coordinate internal roll out and learning around AI tools. Compliance & Governance Support Maintain and update internal policies in coordination with the Director of Operations, People Operations Manager and relevant leads. Support the People Operations Manager with HR-adjacent compliance requirements where appropriate (e.g. right to work checks, DBS, data handling). Support organisational compliance activities, including data protection (UK GDPR) and any sector-or donor-specific regulatory requirements. Assist in preparing for and managing external audits, accreditations, and due diligence processes. Office & Administrative Operations Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of office operations, including facilities management, supplier relationships, and procurement. Manage relationships with key operational suppliers and service providers, reviewing contracts and ensuring value for money. Provide flexible administrative support to the Director of Operations and wider Operations Unit as needed, with a can-do approach to varied tasks. Support the planning and logistics of internal events, offsites, and all-staff meetings. Provide flexible operational support to the Risk Management Unit (0.5 days per week) Organisational Development Contribute to scaling the organisation's operational capabilities as headcount grows, including helping to onboard new staff, implement new tools, and embed operational best practice. Play an active role in fostering a well-organised, collaborative, and mission-aligned working culture. Any other tasks as reasonably requested by your line manager. Person Specification Essential Proven track record in an operations, project management, or business management role. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. Proven ability to manage IT and/or cybersecurity operations, ideally including experience working with external managed service providers. Experience supporting compliance or governance functions, including working knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection practice. Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, with a systematic approach to documentation and process management. A self-starter mentality comfortable with ambiguity, able to take initiative, and happy to roll up their sleeves on both strategic and administrative tasks. High agency and a proactive, ownership-driven approach you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment. Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials, NIST, or ISO 27001. Experience supporting organisational scaling or managing change in a growing team. Strong digital literacy and experience working with tools such as Claude, Gemini, Asana and WordPress, and the ability to learn new software rapidly. Experience managing procurement and supplier contracts. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least twice-to-three times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits £68,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) via our website by 9am UK time on Monday 22 June 2026. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, and how you would approach the responsibilities of this role in practice. We plan to conduct first round interviews online with selected candidates during the week commencing 29 June 2026. Final interviews will be held in person during the week commencing 13 July 2026 at CLTR s office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please get in touch. Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability . click apply for full job details
Product Manager (AI & Workflow) - Near Edinburgh (Hybrid) - 90K plus Bonus Having placed a number of people into their teams ourselves, Lorien's long standing client based near Edinburgh - a leader in their industry with a growing and consistently award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe - have asked us to help them in their searches for a Product Manager to lead the strategy, development and delivery of AI-enabled diagnostic software and workflow solutions. This is a senior individual contributor role with broad ownership across the product lifecycle, from shaping roadmap priorities through to launch readiness and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with technical, clinical, quality and commercial teams to turn market and user needs into well-defined product requirements. The role suits someone who can balance customer value, technical feasibility and regulatory expectations in a highly regulated software environment. Role outline Define and maintain the roadmap for AI and workflow products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs. Translate market insight, clinical feedback and user requirements into clear product plans and specifications. Lead product planning across scope, priorities, milestones, dependencies and release activity. Coordinate cross-functional teams including software, data, clinical, quality, regulatory, security, service and commercial stakeholders. Own backlog priorities and support release governance, readiness decisions and change control activity. Drive risk management across product delivery, including performance, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy and continuity considerations. Support clinical evidence planning and regulatory submissions by ensuring product inputs and documentation are complete and fit for purpose. Contribute to data governance activities relating to model development, monitoring and product performance. Support business case development, budgeting and commercial planning for software and subscription-based offerings. Help shape product positioning, internal communication and go-to-market readiness for new releases and enhancements. Use customer feedback and post-release insight to improve usability, efficiency and workflow integration. Lead stakeholder discussions, ensuring decisions, actions and risks are clearly captured and progressed. What they're looking for Equivalent tenure and/or degree in a technical/scientific or business-related discipline; and ideally an advanced qualification in biomedical/computer science/data science/similar. Good grasp of AI and Machine Learning concepts, including datasets, validation, performance measures, monitoring and risk considerations. Previous track record of product management / Project Management within AI, MedTech oriented software/diagnostics/digital health and/or workflow oriented software products. Strong understanding of Software as a Medical Device or other regulated healthcare software environments. Experience working with cross-functional teams in complex product settings and influencing senior stakeholders. Knowledge of clinical evidence generation and regulated development standards (ISO / IEC). Familiarity with interoperability and workflow integration, such as DICOM, HL7, FHIR, PACS or EHR-linked environments. Understanding of Cloud or Software as a Service based product delivery models. Comfort working in a fast-paced setting where product decisions require both strategic thinking and hands-on delivery focus. This is a strong opportunity for a product management professional who wants to influence the direction of AI-led software in a role that combines strategy, delivery and stakeholder leadership. If you enjoy working at the intersection of innovation, regulated software and value, this position offers real scope to make an impact. Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
04/06/2026
Full time
Product Manager (AI & Workflow) - Near Edinburgh (Hybrid) - 90K plus Bonus Having placed a number of people into their teams ourselves, Lorien's long standing client based near Edinburgh - a leader in their industry with a growing and consistently award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe - have asked us to help them in their searches for a Product Manager to lead the strategy, development and delivery of AI-enabled diagnostic software and workflow solutions. This is a senior individual contributor role with broad ownership across the product lifecycle, from shaping roadmap priorities through to launch readiness and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with technical, clinical, quality and commercial teams to turn market and user needs into well-defined product requirements. The role suits someone who can balance customer value, technical feasibility and regulatory expectations in a highly regulated software environment. Role outline Define and maintain the roadmap for AI and workflow products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs. Translate market insight, clinical feedback and user requirements into clear product plans and specifications. Lead product planning across scope, priorities, milestones, dependencies and release activity. Coordinate cross-functional teams including software, data, clinical, quality, regulatory, security, service and commercial stakeholders. Own backlog priorities and support release governance, readiness decisions and change control activity. Drive risk management across product delivery, including performance, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy and continuity considerations. Support clinical evidence planning and regulatory submissions by ensuring product inputs and documentation are complete and fit for purpose. Contribute to data governance activities relating to model development, monitoring and product performance. Support business case development, budgeting and commercial planning for software and subscription-based offerings. Help shape product positioning, internal communication and go-to-market readiness for new releases and enhancements. Use customer feedback and post-release insight to improve usability, efficiency and workflow integration. Lead stakeholder discussions, ensuring decisions, actions and risks are clearly captured and progressed. What they're looking for Equivalent tenure and/or degree in a technical/scientific or business-related discipline; and ideally an advanced qualification in biomedical/computer science/data science/similar. Good grasp of AI and Machine Learning concepts, including datasets, validation, performance measures, monitoring and risk considerations. Previous track record of product management / Project Management within AI, MedTech oriented software/diagnostics/digital health and/or workflow oriented software products. Strong understanding of Software as a Medical Device or other regulated healthcare software environments. Experience working with cross-functional teams in complex product settings and influencing senior stakeholders. Knowledge of clinical evidence generation and regulated development standards (ISO / IEC). Familiarity with interoperability and workflow integration, such as DICOM, HL7, FHIR, PACS or EHR-linked environments. Understanding of Cloud or Software as a Service based product delivery models. Comfort working in a fast-paced setting where product decisions require both strategic thinking and hands-on delivery focus. This is a strong opportunity for a product management professional who wants to influence the direction of AI-led software in a role that combines strategy, delivery and stakeholder leadership. If you enjoy working at the intersection of innovation, regulated software and value, this position offers real scope to make an impact. Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Network Architect (SC Cleared) Location: Remote Duration: 6 Months Contract + Extension Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35) Security: Active SC Clearance Required A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution. Key Responsibilities Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes. Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision. Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful deployment of your designs. Provide technical leadership, assist team members with architectural issues, and help compile hardware Bills of Materials (BoM). Essential Skills Network Design: Proven track record in architecture and design delivery for enterprise routing, switching, and firewalls. Core Certification: Minimum CCNP level (or equivalent) across major enterprise networking vendors. Firewall Expertise: Hands-on design experience with next-generation firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Checkpoint). Technical Documentation: Extensive experience producing high-quality architectural designs, blueprints, and implementation plans for large-scale environments Desirable Skills Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure, or Hybrid Cloud environments). Experience with modern Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or Data Centre fabric overlays. Due to the secure nature of this account, candidates must hold active SC clearance Remote 6 Months Contract + Extension £50.00 to £70.00 per hour Inside IR35 If this seems of interest to you then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
04/06/2026
Contractor
Network Architect (SC Cleared) Location: Remote Duration: 6 Months Contract + Extension Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35) Security: Active SC Clearance Required A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution. Key Responsibilities Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes. Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision. Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful deployment of your designs. Provide technical leadership, assist team members with architectural issues, and help compile hardware Bills of Materials (BoM). Essential Skills Network Design: Proven track record in architecture and design delivery for enterprise routing, switching, and firewalls. Core Certification: Minimum CCNP level (or equivalent) across major enterprise networking vendors. Firewall Expertise: Hands-on design experience with next-generation firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Checkpoint). Technical Documentation: Extensive experience producing high-quality architectural designs, blueprints, and implementation plans for large-scale environments Desirable Skills Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure, or Hybrid Cloud environments). Experience with modern Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or Data Centre fabric overlays. Due to the secure nature of this account, candidates must hold active SC clearance Remote 6 Months Contract + Extension £50.00 to £70.00 per hour Inside IR35 If this seems of interest to you then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Field ICT & Network Manager Location: Multi-site role across Horsham (50%), Crawley (40%), Midhurst (5%) and Cuckfield (5%) Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 MUST HAVE FULL UK DRIVERS LICENSE We are seeking an experienced and proactive Network Manager to oversee and develop the ICT infrastructure across three education organisations operating within a shared group environment This is a hands-on, multi-site role responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and continuous improvement of all networks, server, hardware and software systems. The role includes responsibility for ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data protection compliance, technology procurement, project management and future digital development. Key Responsibilities ICT Infrastructure & Service Delivery * Manage and maintain the organisation's ICT infrastructure, including networks, Servers, cloud services, end-user devices and business systems across multiple sites. * Lead ICT support services, ensuring effective incident resolution, asset management and high levels of service delivery for staff and stakeholders. * Administer Microsoft 365, user access, safeguarding technologies, device management platforms and associated ICT equipment. Strategy, Projects & Digital Development * Develop and deliver ICT strategies, infrastructure improvements and technology road maps aligned to organisational objectives. * Manage ICT budgets, procurement, licensing, supplier relationships and the successful delivery of technology projects, including system implementations and site developments. * Support the development of digital systems, platforms and processes that enhance operational efficiency and organisational growth. Information Security & Compliance * Lead information security, data protection and ICT compliance activities, ensuring adherence to GDPR, safeguarding requirements and organisational policies. * Oversee cybersecurity, backup, disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements to ensure the resilience and security of systems and data. Facilities & Security Systems * Provide technical oversight for ICT, CCTV, access control and related infrastructure across all sites, supporting maintenance, upgrades and future development. Systems & Platforms * Microsoft 365 and Teams * Apple Device Management Platforms * Impero * PaperCut * Easy4You * Email and Remote Access Systems * CCTV and Access Control Systems * Network Monitoring and Backup Solutions Skills & Experience Required Essential * Proven experience in an ICT management or senior technical support role, with responsibility for multi-site infrastructure, systems and service delivery. * Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows environments, networks, Servers, cloud services and cybersecurity. * Experience managing ICT projects, suppliers, data protection requirements and business continuity arrangements. * Excellent communication, troubleshooting and organisational skills * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between sites. Desirable * Experience working within education, early years or training environments. * Knowledge of safeguarding technologies, device management solutions and ICT-enabled security systems. * Relevant IT qualifications, such as Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA or equivalent certifications. In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
04/06/2026
Full time
Field ICT & Network Manager Location: Multi-site role across Horsham (50%), Crawley (40%), Midhurst (5%) and Cuckfield (5%) Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 MUST HAVE FULL UK DRIVERS LICENSE We are seeking an experienced and proactive Network Manager to oversee and develop the ICT infrastructure across three education organisations operating within a shared group environment This is a hands-on, multi-site role responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and continuous improvement of all networks, server, hardware and software systems. The role includes responsibility for ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data protection compliance, technology procurement, project management and future digital development. Key Responsibilities ICT Infrastructure & Service Delivery * Manage and maintain the organisation's ICT infrastructure, including networks, Servers, cloud services, end-user devices and business systems across multiple sites. * Lead ICT support services, ensuring effective incident resolution, asset management and high levels of service delivery for staff and stakeholders. * Administer Microsoft 365, user access, safeguarding technologies, device management platforms and associated ICT equipment. Strategy, Projects & Digital Development * Develop and deliver ICT strategies, infrastructure improvements and technology road maps aligned to organisational objectives. * Manage ICT budgets, procurement, licensing, supplier relationships and the successful delivery of technology projects, including system implementations and site developments. * Support the development of digital systems, platforms and processes that enhance operational efficiency and organisational growth. Information Security & Compliance * Lead information security, data protection and ICT compliance activities, ensuring adherence to GDPR, safeguarding requirements and organisational policies. * Oversee cybersecurity, backup, disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements to ensure the resilience and security of systems and data. Facilities & Security Systems * Provide technical oversight for ICT, CCTV, access control and related infrastructure across all sites, supporting maintenance, upgrades and future development. Systems & Platforms * Microsoft 365 and Teams * Apple Device Management Platforms * Impero * PaperCut * Easy4You * Email and Remote Access Systems * CCTV and Access Control Systems * Network Monitoring and Backup Solutions Skills & Experience Required Essential * Proven experience in an ICT management or senior technical support role, with responsibility for multi-site infrastructure, systems and service delivery. * Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows environments, networks, Servers, cloud services and cybersecurity. * Experience managing ICT projects, suppliers, data protection requirements and business continuity arrangements. * Excellent communication, troubleshooting and organisational skills * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between sites. Desirable * Experience working within education, early years or training environments. * Knowledge of safeguarding technologies, device management solutions and ICT-enabled security systems. * Relevant IT qualifications, such as Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA or equivalent certifications. In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
Senior Data & Insights Executive - Hybrid BR1309 Digital transformation/tech consultancy - 12 month FTC - £50,000-60,000 Exciting opportunity to join a successful digital transformation/tech consultancy, who create award-winning digital experiences, products and services for their clients across all business sectors. Due to continued growth and the recent implementation of a new CRM system (Certinia), they are looking for a Senior Data & Insights Executive to join the team on a 12-month maternity cover, with potential to extend. The role: This is a highly data-driven role, sitting at the heart of the business, responsible for ensuring data is accurate, meaningful and used to drive decision-making. You will be reporting directly to the Head of Performance and Operations. With the recent rollout of a new CRM system across the organisation, this role will play a key part in refining processes, improving reporting capabilities and embedding the use of data across teams. You will: Lead on data hygiene, management and optimisation across systems Build and maintain dashboards and reports (including board-level reporting and utilisation metrics) Analyse data to identify trends, insights and opportunities to improve business performance Support the ongoing implementation and optimisation of Certinia PSA and Salesforce reporting Work closely with senior stakeholders to translate data into actionable insights Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operations Support wider data strategy initiatives and continuous improvement projects About you: You will be a confident and commercially minded data professional, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and driving change. You will have: Proven experience in a data, insights or analytics-focused role Strong experience with Salesforce reporting (Certinia PSA highly desirable) Experience building dashboards and delivering data visualisation (e.g. Power BI or similar tools). Advanced Excel Experience analysing complex data sets and presenting insights clearly Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience Ideally a background in consulting, professional services or a similar environment Salary and Benefits: £50,000 (up to £60,000 depending on experience) 30 days' holiday + bank holidays and 2 volunteer days for causes you are passionate about Organisation is a B Corp Predominantly remote working (UK-based), with access to London workspace and a few other nationwide offices Potential for the role to become permanent as the team expands This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data & Insights professional to join a forward-thinking, growing organisation, playing a key role in shaping how data drives the business.
04/06/2026
Full time
Senior Data & Insights Executive - Hybrid BR1309 Digital transformation/tech consultancy - 12 month FTC - £50,000-60,000 Exciting opportunity to join a successful digital transformation/tech consultancy, who create award-winning digital experiences, products and services for their clients across all business sectors. Due to continued growth and the recent implementation of a new CRM system (Certinia), they are looking for a Senior Data & Insights Executive to join the team on a 12-month maternity cover, with potential to extend. The role: This is a highly data-driven role, sitting at the heart of the business, responsible for ensuring data is accurate, meaningful and used to drive decision-making. You will be reporting directly to the Head of Performance and Operations. With the recent rollout of a new CRM system across the organisation, this role will play a key part in refining processes, improving reporting capabilities and embedding the use of data across teams. You will: Lead on data hygiene, management and optimisation across systems Build and maintain dashboards and reports (including board-level reporting and utilisation metrics) Analyse data to identify trends, insights and opportunities to improve business performance Support the ongoing implementation and optimisation of Certinia PSA and Salesforce reporting Work closely with senior stakeholders to translate data into actionable insights Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operations Support wider data strategy initiatives and continuous improvement projects About you: You will be a confident and commercially minded data professional, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and driving change. You will have: Proven experience in a data, insights or analytics-focused role Strong experience with Salesforce reporting (Certinia PSA highly desirable) Experience building dashboards and delivering data visualisation (e.g. Power BI or similar tools). Advanced Excel Experience analysing complex data sets and presenting insights clearly Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience Ideally a background in consulting, professional services or a similar environment Salary and Benefits: £50,000 (up to £60,000 depending on experience) 30 days' holiday + bank holidays and 2 volunteer days for causes you are passionate about Organisation is a B Corp Predominantly remote working (UK-based), with access to London workspace and a few other nationwide offices Potential for the role to become permanent as the team expands This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data & Insights professional to join a forward-thinking, growing organisation, playing a key role in shaping how data drives the business.
Do you have a track record of Project Managing delivery of a variety of digital transformation projects, such as CRM, CMS, website and/or e-learning platform Have you taken ownership of digital project delivery in a membership, professional body or not for profit organisation? A unique opportunity is available to assist a professional body on their digital transformation strategy. Permanent or contract options are available, year 1 will be focused on implementing their new Dynamics CRM. Benefits include : flexible hybrid working, up to 10% pension contribution, Christmas closure and more. The role: The Digital Transformation Project Manager role will lead and deliver key strategic projects within the change portfolio. The primary focus will be projects within the digital transformation strategy. The role holder will lead and deliver complex transformation initiatives that leverage digital technologies to improve organisational performance, efficiency, and user experience. This role requires strong project delivery capability combined with an understanding of digital change, stakeholder engagement, and business process transformation. Essential criteria Proven track record of digital project delivery Background in professional body, membership or not for profit Experience working with third-party suppliers and partners Capable in project planning, budgeting and risk management Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity in fast-changing environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Closing date: 28th May If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today! TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn t quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us! We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
04/06/2026
Full time
Do you have a track record of Project Managing delivery of a variety of digital transformation projects, such as CRM, CMS, website and/or e-learning platform Have you taken ownership of digital project delivery in a membership, professional body or not for profit organisation? A unique opportunity is available to assist a professional body on their digital transformation strategy. Permanent or contract options are available, year 1 will be focused on implementing their new Dynamics CRM. Benefits include : flexible hybrid working, up to 10% pension contribution, Christmas closure and more. The role: The Digital Transformation Project Manager role will lead and deliver key strategic projects within the change portfolio. The primary focus will be projects within the digital transformation strategy. The role holder will lead and deliver complex transformation initiatives that leverage digital technologies to improve organisational performance, efficiency, and user experience. This role requires strong project delivery capability combined with an understanding of digital change, stakeholder engagement, and business process transformation. Essential criteria Proven track record of digital project delivery Background in professional body, membership or not for profit Experience working with third-party suppliers and partners Capable in project planning, budgeting and risk management Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity in fast-changing environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Closing date: 28th May If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today! TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn t quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us! We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Senior Creative Operations Manager £55,000-60,000 plus benefits Reports to: Brand and Planning Lead Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Closing date: 7th June :55 Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Recruitment process: Competency based interview Interview date: Week commencing 15th June At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We're looking for a motivated Senior Creative Operations Manager to lead and evolve business operations for the In-house creative team, shaping efficient briefing, prioritisation and delivery models that enable high impact creative output. In this role you will be working in close partnership with cross organisational planning functions, the role will forecast, plan and report on business priorities. This role is accountable for overseeing responsibilities of the Creative Operations team, including account management, resourcing, digital asset management and operations. Ensuring alignment to organisational needs. In this position you will also champion excellence in creative operations across systems, processes and tools to drive efficiencies and optimisations to accelerate delivery transformation. What will I be doing? Lead the creative operations team (account management, resource management, operations and digital asset management) to set clear direction, motivate direct reports and build capability to accelerate progress towards strategic goals. Partner with planning teams across the organisation to lead the internal creative planning cycle in order to forecast demand and optimise pipeline management. Connect support and planning functions with the creative team to align ways of working in order to enable high quality creative delivery that meets compliance standards. Direct account and resource management functions to embed best practice service models in order to strengthen partnerships with commissioning teams across the organisation. Oversee traffic management processes and resource planning to align creative skills with demand in order to consistently deliver high impact creative work. Design and evolve systems, processes and tools that underpin creative operations to enable smarter commissioning, resourcing and reporting in order to drive innovation and accelerate delivery transformation. Report on creative delivery performance and capacity to senior leadership to inform strategic decision making in order to right size capability for future business needs. Oversee the management of the digital asset management (DAM) system, and governance of digital assets together with key partnering teams to improve accessibility and reuse - maximising organisational efficiency and value. Manage the creative team budget to balance ambition with financial discipline, and achieve the highest standards of cost efficiency. What are we looking for? Significant experience working within an in-house creative team or creative agency in a senior creative operations role, with a strong track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders and building trusted relationships to deliver high quality service. Strong experience using traffic and production management systems, with the ability to assess workflows, deadlines and risk, and to make confident decisions that prioritise work and allocate resources effectively. Proven ability to rapidly understand a wide range of creative briefs by interpreting audience needs and communication objectives, and translating these insights into clear and scalable resource requirements. Demonstrable experience leading teams operationally through the implementation of processes, tools and standards, with a continuous innovation and improvement mindset focused on increasing efficiency and impact - including understanding and experience of AI, automation and scalable systems. Strong working knowledge of digital asset management systems, including a clear understanding of compliance requirements for usage rights and intellectual property permissions. Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills, with the confidence to work across teams and seniority levels to align priorities and deliver business outcomes. Strategic and future oriented thinker with experience in long term planning and a strong ability to translate strategy into effective operational delivery. Experience solving complex problems independently, making clear recommendations to leadership while empowering and supporting direct reports to develop the same capability. Sound experience in financial management including budget monitoring to support informed decision making. Demonstrable experience managing contracts and suppliers, including freelancers and software vendors. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination. Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism. Human : Act to have a positive impact on people. Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively. We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us, but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. For information about internal learning and development at Cancer Research UK please visit Fuse. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
04/06/2026
Full time
Senior Creative Operations Manager £55,000-60,000 plus benefits Reports to: Brand and Planning Lead Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Closing date: 7th June :55 Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Recruitment process: Competency based interview Interview date: Week commencing 15th June At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We're looking for a motivated Senior Creative Operations Manager to lead and evolve business operations for the In-house creative team, shaping efficient briefing, prioritisation and delivery models that enable high impact creative output. In this role you will be working in close partnership with cross organisational planning functions, the role will forecast, plan and report on business priorities. This role is accountable for overseeing responsibilities of the Creative Operations team, including account management, resourcing, digital asset management and operations. Ensuring alignment to organisational needs. In this position you will also champion excellence in creative operations across systems, processes and tools to drive efficiencies and optimisations to accelerate delivery transformation. What will I be doing? Lead the creative operations team (account management, resource management, operations and digital asset management) to set clear direction, motivate direct reports and build capability to accelerate progress towards strategic goals. Partner with planning teams across the organisation to lead the internal creative planning cycle in order to forecast demand and optimise pipeline management. Connect support and planning functions with the creative team to align ways of working in order to enable high quality creative delivery that meets compliance standards. Direct account and resource management functions to embed best practice service models in order to strengthen partnerships with commissioning teams across the organisation. Oversee traffic management processes and resource planning to align creative skills with demand in order to consistently deliver high impact creative work. Design and evolve systems, processes and tools that underpin creative operations to enable smarter commissioning, resourcing and reporting in order to drive innovation and accelerate delivery transformation. Report on creative delivery performance and capacity to senior leadership to inform strategic decision making in order to right size capability for future business needs. Oversee the management of the digital asset management (DAM) system, and governance of digital assets together with key partnering teams to improve accessibility and reuse - maximising organisational efficiency and value. Manage the creative team budget to balance ambition with financial discipline, and achieve the highest standards of cost efficiency. What are we looking for? Significant experience working within an in-house creative team or creative agency in a senior creative operations role, with a strong track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders and building trusted relationships to deliver high quality service. Strong experience using traffic and production management systems, with the ability to assess workflows, deadlines and risk, and to make confident decisions that prioritise work and allocate resources effectively. Proven ability to rapidly understand a wide range of creative briefs by interpreting audience needs and communication objectives, and translating these insights into clear and scalable resource requirements. Demonstrable experience leading teams operationally through the implementation of processes, tools and standards, with a continuous innovation and improvement mindset focused on increasing efficiency and impact - including understanding and experience of AI, automation and scalable systems. Strong working knowledge of digital asset management systems, including a clear understanding of compliance requirements for usage rights and intellectual property permissions. Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills, with the confidence to work across teams and seniority levels to align priorities and deliver business outcomes. Strategic and future oriented thinker with experience in long term planning and a strong ability to translate strategy into effective operational delivery. Experience solving complex problems independently, making clear recommendations to leadership while empowering and supporting direct reports to develop the same capability. Sound experience in financial management including budget monitoring to support informed decision making. Demonstrable experience managing contracts and suppliers, including freelancers and software vendors. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination. Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism. Human : Act to have a positive impact on people. Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively. We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us, but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. For information about internal learning and development at Cancer Research UK please visit Fuse. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Title: Head of Health & Social Care Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Overview of the organisations Health & Social Care Programme: The Health & Social Care Programme convenes the companies shaping digital transformation across the NHS and social care. The programme supports members to understand policy, procurement and market developments, while working with government, NHS bodies, local leaders and system partners to create the conditions for technology to improve outcomes, productivity and experience across health and care. The programme includes established communities focused on commercial and procurement issues, interoperability and health data, social care, frontline digitisation and life sciences, and continues to expand into new areas of strategic importance such as femtech. Role Purpose: The role is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the programme, growing its impact and commercial performance, and ensuring techUK remains the leading industry voice on how technology can transform health and social care. Working at the intersection of policy, market engagement and member value, the successful candidate will help shape the company's offer to the sector and ensure the programme continues to respond to the evolving needs of members, policymakers and the wider health and care system. The postholder will work closely with members, senior leaders across the NHS and social care, and government stakeholders to influence policy thinking, strengthen market engagement and help members navigate a complex and fast-moving landscape. They will be expected to identify emerging priorities, translate sector developments into practical opportunities for members, and create a programme of activity that is relevant, high impact and commercially sustainable. This role also plays a central leadership role in building new partnerships, driving programme growth and positioning techUK as the go-to organisation for insight, convening power and thought leadership in digital health and care. Key Responsibilities: Set the strategic direction for the Health & Social Care Programme, aligning activity with the company's wider objectives and member priorities. Lead, coach and develop a team of programme professionals, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance. Provide thought leadership to members and colleagues on digital health and social care policy, market trends and technology adoption. Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government departments, NHS bodies, integrated care systems, social care leaders and other key stakeholders. Position techUK as a trusted partner and influential voice on digital transformation in health and social care. Deliver financial and non-financial targets, including member value, programme growth, commercial performance and stakeholder impact. Lead a high-quality programme of events, roundtables, market engagement activity and member forums. Oversee the Health & Social Care Council, an elected group representing the wider membership in this sector. Work closely with the Associate Director of Local Public Services on social care priorities and cross-cutting public sector issues. About you: Core Competencies: Highly motivated, proactive and commercially minded, with a strong sense of ownership and a 'can do' approach. Strong understanding of the UK health and social care landscape, including the policy agenda, key stakeholders and the role of technology in transformation. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and confidently to senior audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across industry, government and public services. Experience leading teams and managing performance effectively. Experience designing and delivering high-quality events, engagement programmes or member-facing activity. High levels of personal and professional integrity. Desirable Knowledge and Experience: Good understanding of wider technology trends and the UK technology sector. Confidence chairing meetings, moderating discussions and speaking at events. Ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal form. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the company's London offices, however the company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, Head of Health Programme, Head of Social Care Programme, Deputy Head of Social Care Programme, Policy Lead, Public Services Programme Manager may be considered for this role
04/06/2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Health & Social Care Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Overview of the organisations Health & Social Care Programme: The Health & Social Care Programme convenes the companies shaping digital transformation across the NHS and social care. The programme supports members to understand policy, procurement and market developments, while working with government, NHS bodies, local leaders and system partners to create the conditions for technology to improve outcomes, productivity and experience across health and care. The programme includes established communities focused on commercial and procurement issues, interoperability and health data, social care, frontline digitisation and life sciences, and continues to expand into new areas of strategic importance such as femtech. Role Purpose: The role is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the programme, growing its impact and commercial performance, and ensuring techUK remains the leading industry voice on how technology can transform health and social care. Working at the intersection of policy, market engagement and member value, the successful candidate will help shape the company's offer to the sector and ensure the programme continues to respond to the evolving needs of members, policymakers and the wider health and care system. The postholder will work closely with members, senior leaders across the NHS and social care, and government stakeholders to influence policy thinking, strengthen market engagement and help members navigate a complex and fast-moving landscape. They will be expected to identify emerging priorities, translate sector developments into practical opportunities for members, and create a programme of activity that is relevant, high impact and commercially sustainable. This role also plays a central leadership role in building new partnerships, driving programme growth and positioning techUK as the go-to organisation for insight, convening power and thought leadership in digital health and care. Key Responsibilities: Set the strategic direction for the Health & Social Care Programme, aligning activity with the company's wider objectives and member priorities. Lead, coach and develop a team of programme professionals, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance. Provide thought leadership to members and colleagues on digital health and social care policy, market trends and technology adoption. Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government departments, NHS bodies, integrated care systems, social care leaders and other key stakeholders. Position techUK as a trusted partner and influential voice on digital transformation in health and social care. Deliver financial and non-financial targets, including member value, programme growth, commercial performance and stakeholder impact. Lead a high-quality programme of events, roundtables, market engagement activity and member forums. Oversee the Health & Social Care Council, an elected group representing the wider membership in this sector. Work closely with the Associate Director of Local Public Services on social care priorities and cross-cutting public sector issues. About you: Core Competencies: Highly motivated, proactive and commercially minded, with a strong sense of ownership and a 'can do' approach. Strong understanding of the UK health and social care landscape, including the policy agenda, key stakeholders and the role of technology in transformation. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and confidently to senior audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across industry, government and public services. Experience leading teams and managing performance effectively. Experience designing and delivering high-quality events, engagement programmes or member-facing activity. High levels of personal and professional integrity. Desirable Knowledge and Experience: Good understanding of wider technology trends and the UK technology sector. Confidence chairing meetings, moderating discussions and speaking at events. Ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal form. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the company's London offices, however the company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, Head of Health Programme, Head of Social Care Programme, Deputy Head of Social Care Programme, Policy Lead, Public Services Programme Manager may be considered for this role
Job Title: Policy Manager - Digital Commerce & Consumer Policy Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £33,000 - £43,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits. Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Purpose: The Policy Manager will lead and support the organisations's work on the regulation of online marketplaces, e commerce platforms and the sale of digital content and digital services. This includes business to consumer (B2C) marketplaces, consumer to consumer (C2C) platforms, social and peer to peer marketplaces and direct providers of digital content and digital services. The role will focus on consumer protection, product safety, online fraud and scams, platform and seller responsibilities, enforcement, class action suits and the evolving regulatory framework affecting online marketplaces and the provision of digital content and digital services. The postholder will work closely with members, government departments, regulators and Parliament to shape practical, proportionate and innovation friendly policy outcomes that protect consumers and the providers of digital content and digital services while enabling responsible growth of a range of online marketplace business models. Key Responsibilities: Policy Development & Advocacy: Lead the organisation's policy work on online marketplace regulation, including consumer rights, product safety, online fraud and scams, platform liability, illegal and unsafe goods, and enforcement mechanisms. Monitor, analyse and respond to UK legislative and regulatory developments affecting online marketplaces and providers of digital content and digital services, including (but not limited to) consumer protection, product compliance, platform governance, pricing practices, class action suits and contract terms. Develop evidence based policy positions that reflect the diversity of the organisations membership, spanning large B2C marketplaces, C2C platforms, digital content and digital service providers, social commerce providers and supporting technology firms. Contribute to the organisations wider work on tackling online fraud and scams, including engagement with government and regulators on platform responsibility, prevention measures and consumer protection. Draft consultation responses, policy briefings, reports, position papers and parliamentary submissions. Engage with government departments (DBT, DSIT, DEFRA, Office for Product Safety & Standards, Law Commission), regulators and enforcement bodies, and parliamentarians to influence policy development. Member engagement: Convene and manage member working groups and forums focused on online marketplaces, consumer protection and e commerce regulation. Act as a trusted policy lead for members, providing clear guidance on regulatory developments and emerging risks. Balance and broker consensus across members with differing business models, sizes and risk profiles. Identify emerging policy issues affecting online marketplaces and the provision of digital content and digital services to proactively develop organisation responses. Stakeholder management: Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulators, consumer bodies and other trade associations. Represent the organisation and its members at external events, roundtables, conferences and meetings. Support the organisation's communications and public affairs activity, including media briefings and thought leadership. Cross company collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including teams covering competition, digital regulation, fraud, sustainability, data, and international engagement, to ensure coherent and joined up policy positions. Contribute to wider the organisation initiatives where online marketplaces intersect with other policy areas. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Essential Knowledge and Experience: Proven experience building relationships with stakeholders, developing workplans and delivering to deadlines. Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate experiences of having to learn quickly and distil complex issues into clear concise information. A strong understanding and interest in the UK policy and political landscape. A solid grasp of the workings of Whitehall and UK Parliamentary process. Desired Knowledge and Experience: Proven track record of coordinating events. An understanding of the role of trade bodies. Comfortable working with complex regulatory areas, sensitive subjects and controversial issues. Experience presenting and speaking in public forums. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the organisation's London offices, however the organisation operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, B2B Market Policy Manager, ecommerce Project Manager, Politics Policy Manager may also be considered for this role.
04/06/2026
Full time
Job Title: Policy Manager - Digital Commerce & Consumer Policy Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £33,000 - £43,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits. Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Purpose: The Policy Manager will lead and support the organisations's work on the regulation of online marketplaces, e commerce platforms and the sale of digital content and digital services. This includes business to consumer (B2C) marketplaces, consumer to consumer (C2C) platforms, social and peer to peer marketplaces and direct providers of digital content and digital services. The role will focus on consumer protection, product safety, online fraud and scams, platform and seller responsibilities, enforcement, class action suits and the evolving regulatory framework affecting online marketplaces and the provision of digital content and digital services. The postholder will work closely with members, government departments, regulators and Parliament to shape practical, proportionate and innovation friendly policy outcomes that protect consumers and the providers of digital content and digital services while enabling responsible growth of a range of online marketplace business models. Key Responsibilities: Policy Development & Advocacy: Lead the organisation's policy work on online marketplace regulation, including consumer rights, product safety, online fraud and scams, platform liability, illegal and unsafe goods, and enforcement mechanisms. Monitor, analyse and respond to UK legislative and regulatory developments affecting online marketplaces and providers of digital content and digital services, including (but not limited to) consumer protection, product compliance, platform governance, pricing practices, class action suits and contract terms. Develop evidence based policy positions that reflect the diversity of the organisations membership, spanning large B2C marketplaces, C2C platforms, digital content and digital service providers, social commerce providers and supporting technology firms. Contribute to the organisations wider work on tackling online fraud and scams, including engagement with government and regulators on platform responsibility, prevention measures and consumer protection. Draft consultation responses, policy briefings, reports, position papers and parliamentary submissions. Engage with government departments (DBT, DSIT, DEFRA, Office for Product Safety & Standards, Law Commission), regulators and enforcement bodies, and parliamentarians to influence policy development. Member engagement: Convene and manage member working groups and forums focused on online marketplaces, consumer protection and e commerce regulation. Act as a trusted policy lead for members, providing clear guidance on regulatory developments and emerging risks. Balance and broker consensus across members with differing business models, sizes and risk profiles. Identify emerging policy issues affecting online marketplaces and the provision of digital content and digital services to proactively develop organisation responses. Stakeholder management: Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulators, consumer bodies and other trade associations. Represent the organisation and its members at external events, roundtables, conferences and meetings. Support the organisation's communications and public affairs activity, including media briefings and thought leadership. Cross company collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including teams covering competition, digital regulation, fraud, sustainability, data, and international engagement, to ensure coherent and joined up policy positions. Contribute to wider the organisation initiatives where online marketplaces intersect with other policy areas. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Essential Knowledge and Experience: Proven experience building relationships with stakeholders, developing workplans and delivering to deadlines. Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate experiences of having to learn quickly and distil complex issues into clear concise information. A strong understanding and interest in the UK policy and political landscape. A solid grasp of the workings of Whitehall and UK Parliamentary process. Desired Knowledge and Experience: Proven track record of coordinating events. An understanding of the role of trade bodies. Comfortable working with complex regulatory areas, sensitive subjects and controversial issues. Experience presenting and speaking in public forums. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the organisation's London offices, however the organisation operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, B2B Market Policy Manager, ecommerce Project Manager, Politics Policy Manager may also be considered for this role.
Location: Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Digital Product Insights Analyst to join our Digital Product Team. You will play a key role in strengthening how we use data, insight and experimentation to improve user experience, grow fundraising performance and support people affected by lung conditions. Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment. In this role, you will lead on web analytics and insight across our digital journeys, ensuring accurate tracking, high-quality data and clear performance reporting. You will work closely with colleagues across Fundraising + Engagement, Data + Insight and Health Advice to ensure consistent, high-quality reporting and insight across digital platforms. You will identify optimisation opportunities, shape experimentation roadmaps and support the design and evaluation of A/B testing activity. You will also contribute to strengthening our in-house SEO capability and embedding best practice in digital measurement. You will have strong technical expertise in tools such as Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager, alongside experience in testing and optimisation. You will be highly organised, confident presenting data stories to stakeholders and comfortable collaborating across teams and with external partners. A proactive, data-driven mindset and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations are essential. As well as a competitive salary, you ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
04/06/2026
Full time
Location: Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Digital Product Insights Analyst to join our Digital Product Team. You will play a key role in strengthening how we use data, insight and experimentation to improve user experience, grow fundraising performance and support people affected by lung conditions. Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment. In this role, you will lead on web analytics and insight across our digital journeys, ensuring accurate tracking, high-quality data and clear performance reporting. You will work closely with colleagues across Fundraising + Engagement, Data + Insight and Health Advice to ensure consistent, high-quality reporting and insight across digital platforms. You will identify optimisation opportunities, shape experimentation roadmaps and support the design and evaluation of A/B testing activity. You will also contribute to strengthening our in-house SEO capability and embedding best practice in digital measurement. You will have strong technical expertise in tools such as Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager, alongside experience in testing and optimisation. You will be highly organised, confident presenting data stories to stakeholders and comfortable collaborating across teams and with external partners. A proactive, data-driven mindset and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations are essential. As well as a competitive salary, you ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
Change Consultant - London (Hybrid) - £45-55k We're collaborating with a rapidly growing and highly regarded London-based Change & Transformation consultancy that is seeking to bring on a talented Change Management Consultant to its expanding team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a consultancy with a strong client portfolio, a high-calibre pipeline of large-scale transformation programmes, and a genuine commitment to shaping the next generation of consulting talent. As a Change Management Consultant, you'll lead the delivery of complex business transformation programmes across a range of sectors. Working alongside seasoned consultants and senior client stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in helping organisations successfully adopt change and realise the benefits of major transformation initiatives. Key Skills: Proven supporting or delivering change and transformation programmes Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills Exceptional presentation and facilitation capabilities A proactive and solutions-driven approach Strong commercial awareness and a genuine interest in consulting The ability to develop credibility with clients and stakeholders Strong organisational and project management skills Prior experience within a management consultancy or change transformation consultancy (desirable) Working with recognised change methodologies (Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter, etc.) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits Location: London (Hybrid working pattern) If you're a driven change professional looking to fast-track your consulting career and work on high-impact transformation programmes, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.
04/06/2026
Full time
Change Consultant - London (Hybrid) - £45-55k We're collaborating with a rapidly growing and highly regarded London-based Change & Transformation consultancy that is seeking to bring on a talented Change Management Consultant to its expanding team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a consultancy with a strong client portfolio, a high-calibre pipeline of large-scale transformation programmes, and a genuine commitment to shaping the next generation of consulting talent. As a Change Management Consultant, you'll lead the delivery of complex business transformation programmes across a range of sectors. Working alongside seasoned consultants and senior client stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in helping organisations successfully adopt change and realise the benefits of major transformation initiatives. Key Skills: Proven supporting or delivering change and transformation programmes Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills Exceptional presentation and facilitation capabilities A proactive and solutions-driven approach Strong commercial awareness and a genuine interest in consulting The ability to develop credibility with clients and stakeholders Strong organisational and project management skills Prior experience within a management consultancy or change transformation consultancy (desirable) Working with recognised change methodologies (Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter, etc.) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits Location: London (Hybrid working pattern) If you're a driven change professional looking to fast-track your consulting career and work on high-impact transformation programmes, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.
WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY A rare opportunity to lead communications and brand for one of the UK's leading education trusts. As Head of Communications and Brand at the Harris Federation, you will shape and protect our public profile, leading strategic communications, marketing and media activity across a network of 55 academies. Reporting to the CEO, you will act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, driving brand consistency, overseeing high impact campaigns, and leading digital, PR and internal communications to support pupil recruitment, staff attraction and organisational growth. You will also build and lead a high performing MarComms function and manage external agency partnerships. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll bring the Harris story to life - showcasing our impact, strengthening our reputation, and helping us navigate sector challenges with clarity and credibility. If you are a senior communications leader with a strong track record in brand, digital and stakeholder engagement, and are passionate about making a difference to young people's futures - we'd love to hear from you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership & Executive Advisory Develop and lead the Federation's external communications and brand strategy at the highest level, ensuring coherence across all academies and central services. Act as an adviser to the CEO and executive team on internal and external communications. Brand Leadership Own and embed the Federation's brand identity, values, and visual standards across all academies and external channels. Own and embed brand guidelines, tone of voice, and messaging across all channels to ensure consistency. External Campaigns & Growth Marketing Create comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align with the Federations aims and increase brand awareness. Own and develop high impact external campaigns to support pupil recruitment, reputation and trust building, staff recruitment (in collaboration with Talent Acquisition), and new academy expansions. MarComms Directorate Leadership Build and lead a high performing Marketing & Communications Directorate. Set long-term capability requirements and lead workforce planning as the function scales. For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media or related field. Professional Marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent) Evidence of CPD in digital marketing, SEO, or communications. Significant experience in marketing, communications, or digital strategy. Experience managing brand identity and external communications Experience in education, charity or public sector. Strong understanding of digital marketing, SEO, Analytics, and social media best practice. Excellent written and communication skills. Strong design awareness and understanding of visual identity. Proficiency with CMS platforms, social media tools, and analytics software. For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
04/06/2026
Full time
WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY A rare opportunity to lead communications and brand for one of the UK's leading education trusts. As Head of Communications and Brand at the Harris Federation, you will shape and protect our public profile, leading strategic communications, marketing and media activity across a network of 55 academies. Reporting to the CEO, you will act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, driving brand consistency, overseeing high impact campaigns, and leading digital, PR and internal communications to support pupil recruitment, staff attraction and organisational growth. You will also build and lead a high performing MarComms function and manage external agency partnerships. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll bring the Harris story to life - showcasing our impact, strengthening our reputation, and helping us navigate sector challenges with clarity and credibility. If you are a senior communications leader with a strong track record in brand, digital and stakeholder engagement, and are passionate about making a difference to young people's futures - we'd love to hear from you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership & Executive Advisory Develop and lead the Federation's external communications and brand strategy at the highest level, ensuring coherence across all academies and central services. Act as an adviser to the CEO and executive team on internal and external communications. Brand Leadership Own and embed the Federation's brand identity, values, and visual standards across all academies and external channels. Own and embed brand guidelines, tone of voice, and messaging across all channels to ensure consistency. External Campaigns & Growth Marketing Create comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align with the Federations aims and increase brand awareness. Own and develop high impact external campaigns to support pupil recruitment, reputation and trust building, staff recruitment (in collaboration with Talent Acquisition), and new academy expansions. MarComms Directorate Leadership Build and lead a high performing Marketing & Communications Directorate. Set long-term capability requirements and lead workforce planning as the function scales. For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media or related field. Professional Marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent) Evidence of CPD in digital marketing, SEO, or communications. Significant experience in marketing, communications, or digital strategy. Experience managing brand identity and external communications Experience in education, charity or public sector. Strong understanding of digital marketing, SEO, Analytics, and social media best practice. Excellent written and communication skills. Strong design awareness and understanding of visual identity. Proficiency with CMS platforms, social media tools, and analytics software. For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Information Security Manager/SecOps Manager. Hybrid London. 1-2 days onsite Central London per week and £600-£650/day INSIDE IR35 PAY. KEY EXPERTISE AREAS ARE AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWING - CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc. My London based Property & Housing client seeks a dynamic, seasoned professional and technically astute Information Security Manager/SecOps Manager with 3-4 years minimum Lead/Manager experience & 6-7 years minimum Security/Cyber experience. You must have excellent Security expertise in most (if not all) the following areas - CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc. The role will involve working across a range of areas to support the information security needs of a busy, high-profile website, as well as an administrative IT environment that supports nearly 1,000 people across 3 office locations with many remote workers. Role Entails: Providing technical leadership and acting as a subject matter expert on information security best-practice. Planning and delivering projects to achieve our information security objectives. Collaborating with the IT Infrastructure team on the security elements of migrating Windows estate into Azure. Advising our website platforms teams on security considerations impacting our website hosting environment in Google Cloud Platform & GKE. Working with team members and service providers on SIEM and XDR tooling and establishing processes and playbooks to support incident response and SOC activities. Playing a leading role in managing incident response activities and engaging with third party DFIR specialists where necessary. Leading threat hunts to proactively discover potential compromises before they lead to bad security outcomes. Helping to evaluate our response to regulatory/legislative requirements and recommending improvement actions where necessary (eg FCA compliance, ISO27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR etc). Keeping up to date with cyber threat intelligence and emerging attack vectors, always evaluating the materiality of the threat and helping shape our response. Key Skills & Attributes for the ideal SecOps Manager/Security Manager as follows: A high-level Security qualification such as a CISSP, SANS Cyber Defence, EC-Council Certified Security Analyst, OSCP etc. Professional experience in three or more of the following areas (and a willingness to learn about the others): Securing Windows, Active Directory and M365 environments Linux security Container security Cloud security (ideally in GCP and/or Azure environments) Microsoft 365 security (including Defender, Purview etc.) SIEM, SOAR and EDR/XDR systems Incident Response. Strong understanding of networking principles including TCP/IP, DNS etc. and commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP etc. Experience working in IT security in a cloud hosted environment. Good data processing skills - experience with Google SecOps, ELK, Splunk or similar would be beneficial STRONG COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS A MUST AS IS HAVING AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWNG ATTRIBUTES/SKILLS: CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc.
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Information Security Manager/SecOps Manager. Hybrid London. 1-2 days onsite Central London per week and £600-£650/day INSIDE IR35 PAY. KEY EXPERTISE AREAS ARE AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWING - CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc. My London based Property & Housing client seeks a dynamic, seasoned professional and technically astute Information Security Manager/SecOps Manager with 3-4 years minimum Lead/Manager experience & 6-7 years minimum Security/Cyber experience. You must have excellent Security expertise in most (if not all) the following areas - CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc. The role will involve working across a range of areas to support the information security needs of a busy, high-profile website, as well as an administrative IT environment that supports nearly 1,000 people across 3 office locations with many remote workers. Role Entails: Providing technical leadership and acting as a subject matter expert on information security best-practice. Planning and delivering projects to achieve our information security objectives. Collaborating with the IT Infrastructure team on the security elements of migrating Windows estate into Azure. Advising our website platforms teams on security considerations impacting our website hosting environment in Google Cloud Platform & GKE. Working with team members and service providers on SIEM and XDR tooling and establishing processes and playbooks to support incident response and SOC activities. Playing a leading role in managing incident response activities and engaging with third party DFIR specialists where necessary. Leading threat hunts to proactively discover potential compromises before they lead to bad security outcomes. Helping to evaluate our response to regulatory/legislative requirements and recommending improvement actions where necessary (eg FCA compliance, ISO27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR etc). Keeping up to date with cyber threat intelligence and emerging attack vectors, always evaluating the materiality of the threat and helping shape our response. Key Skills & Attributes for the ideal SecOps Manager/Security Manager as follows: A high-level Security qualification such as a CISSP, SANS Cyber Defence, EC-Council Certified Security Analyst, OSCP etc. Professional experience in three or more of the following areas (and a willingness to learn about the others): Securing Windows, Active Directory and M365 environments Linux security Container security Cloud security (ideally in GCP and/or Azure environments) Microsoft 365 security (including Defender, Purview etc.) SIEM, SOAR and EDR/XDR systems Incident Response. Strong understanding of networking principles including TCP/IP, DNS etc. and commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP etc. Experience working in IT security in a cloud hosted environment. Good data processing skills - experience with Google SecOps, ELK, Splunk or similar would be beneficial STRONG COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS A MUST AS IS HAVING AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWNG ATTRIBUTES/SKILLS: CISSP, SANS, SIEM, XDR, ISO REGULATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY/CLOUD SECURITY/365 SECURITY INC. DEFENDER & PUREVIEW etc.
