Account Manager – Technology in Schools Ref: HFL1586
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time at 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Salary: From £33,000 p.a.
Location: Hybrid working – 1 to 2 days in HFL Head Office, with remainder of working days remote or onsite at educational settings in Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties or as required to meet business needs.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you meet the following requirements before applying :
You must have the right to work in the UK
You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with business insurance
You must be based locally and willing to travel within Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties
How to Apply
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter in Word format , clearly addressing the above requirements and response to the below questions
Applications that do not meet these criteria may not be considered.
What interests you most about this Account Manager role at HFL, and why do you want to work with schools and trusts?
What do you see as the top three IT challenges schools and MATs are facing right now, and how would you influence and support in your role as an Account Manager?
How would you prioritise if a school had lots of needs but very little money?
Tell us about a time you helped a customer or stakeholder develop a longer-term IT strategy or plan. What actions did you take? what was the outcome and learnings?
The role
This is more than an account management role. It’s an opportunity to meaningfully shape the future of education by helping schools get the very best from their IT—through support, broadband services, consultancy and smart, sustainable technology solutions
Make a difference where it truly matters
Are you driven by purpose? Motivated by improving outcomes for children and young people? Energised by supporting schools to make wise, cost-effective decisions—especially when budgets are tight?
If so, this is not a typical sales role. It’s a partnership role where integrity, empathy and
long-term impact matter just as much as commercial success.
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in account management—ideally within an MSP, IT services, or education setting—and who takes pride in delivering value that genuinely supports schools, academies and trusts.
Why this role matters
Technology has the power to transform teaching, learning and operational efficiency. But it must be accessible, sustainable and aligned with real educational needs.
As an Account Manager in HFL’s Technology in Schools team, you will guide school and trust leaders through an increasingly complex digital landscape. You will help them stretch limited budgets, prioritise wisely and choose solutions that truly support their communities.
This role is centred on partnership—not volume. We focus on doing what is right for schools and what delivers the best long-term outcomes for children.
What you’ll do
Build trusted, long-term relationships with school and trust
Develop a deep understanding of their needs and challenges and help shape sustainable IT strategies.
Match requirements with the best-value solutions, ensuring every pound works hard for children and young people.
Coordinate with internal specialists to design high-quality, tailored
Manage renewals, contracts and opportunities professionally and
Advocate for customers internally to support continuous
Maintain accurate records within ConnectWise and use Quosal to produce clear, professional proposals.
What drives you
A commitment to improving outcomes in the education
A desire to help schools thrive through thoughtful, consultative support—not transactional selling.
Curiosity, courage and a proactive, problem-solving
A love of building genuine, meaningful
Pride in identifying smart, affordable and sustainable technology
What you’ll bring
Proven experience in account management, ideally within MSP IT services or the education sector.
A passion for exceptional customer service and collaborative, consultative
Excellent communication skills, with confidence when guiding senior
Resilience, adaptability and enthusiasm for learning new
Experience with IT systems and platforms, and selling IT support contracts (e.g., ConnectWise, Quosal, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace for Education, networking, broadband, cloud backup, servers, end-user devices, RMM/MDM, cybersecurity, AV and related solutions).
A proactive, organised approach to work
A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle with business insurance
Why join HFL Education?
We are a not-for-profit organisation with a clear moral purpose: to improve education for every child. You’ll be part of a team that works with integrity, cares deeply about its impact, and is trusted by thousands of schools.
If you want your work to mean more—and you're ready to bring your expertise to a mission-driven team—we’d love to hear from you.
Our ‘working from anywhere’ approach provides colleagues the opportunity to work flexibly in line with their role requirements. This consists of working on-site across various schools and settings, remote working and, if desired, up to 2 days per week in our Head Office in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The ability to reach different locations by car will be essential for this role. If you drive, then a full driving licence and appropriate car insurance will be required. As there is a permanent home working element to this role, you will need to ensure you are equipped for home working.
Benefits: a generous employer pension contribution, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 31 days after five-years) or the equivalent paid for Term Time employees, family- friendly policies, hybrid working, paid mileage, a cycle to work scheme, onsite charging points for electric vehicles, access to mental health and wellbeing support, company performance bonus, professional development opportunities, benefit schemes for discounts and cashback offers, and more.
Would you like to know more information about this opportunity? If so, further information can be found in the job outline on our website. You can also contact Andy Lees who would be happy to chat to you on 01438 567890 or email andy.lees@hfleducation.org
To apply , email hfl.recruitment@hfleducation.org with a detailed CV along with a separate cover letter on Word Format to include responses to the following questions.
Alternatively, apply via our website: Join our team | HFL Education
What interests you most about this Account Manager role at HFL, and why do you want to work with schools and trusts?
What do you see as the top three IT challenges schools and MATs are facing right now, and how would you influence and support in your role as an Account Manager?
How would you prioritise if a school had lots of needs but very little money?
Tell us about a time you helped a customer or stakeholder develop a longer-term
IT strategy or plan. What actions did you take? what was the outcome and learnings?
As part of our move towards eradicating unconscious bias within the recruitment process, we will be anonymising your forms.
For recruitment queries, our Central Recruitment Team can also be contacted on the hfl.recruitment email address above. We would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: This advert may be withdrawn if we have filled the post.
This job advert may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. To make sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity, please submit your application as soon as you can.
Telephone Interview date: To be confirmed via Microsoft Teams Interview Date: To be confirmed – in Person at Stevenage Head Office.
We are committed towards becoming an anti-racist organisation, and our recruitment statement is set out below in support of this.
HFL is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We insist on the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and will never condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
HFL is also equally committed to becoming an anti-racist organisation and we encourage you to view our Anti-racist position statement which gives clarity on our anti-racist stance. In our relentless efforts to be an anti-racist organisation, we recognise the negative impacts of under representation and lack of diversity in our organisation, our education system and in all aspects of our society. Therefore, for recruitment into any HFL post, where we have 2 or more candidates of equal merit, candidates with protected characteristics will be given advantage over candidates without such characteristics. This is sometimes referred to as a ‘tie-breaker’ and is referred to as ‘positive action’ in the Equality Act 2010.
To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.
Please note that if you are invited to interview, we will expect you to be prepared to discuss unconscious bias with us; we find these conversations more than any others give us all a good idea of what working together will be like.
12/02/2026
Full time
Account Manager – Technology in Schools Ref: HFL1586
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time at 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Salary: From £33,000 p.a.
Location: Hybrid working – 1 to 2 days in HFL Head Office, with remainder of working days remote or onsite at educational settings in Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties or as required to meet business needs.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you meet the following requirements before applying :
You must have the right to work in the UK
You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with business insurance
You must be based locally and willing to travel within Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties
How to Apply
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter in Word format , clearly addressing the above requirements and response to the below questions
Applications that do not meet these criteria may not be considered.
What interests you most about this Account Manager role at HFL, and why do you want to work with schools and trusts?
What do you see as the top three IT challenges schools and MATs are facing right now, and how would you influence and support in your role as an Account Manager?
How would you prioritise if a school had lots of needs but very little money?
Tell us about a time you helped a customer or stakeholder develop a longer-term IT strategy or plan. What actions did you take? what was the outcome and learnings?
The role
This is more than an account management role. It’s an opportunity to meaningfully shape the future of education by helping schools get the very best from their IT—through support, broadband services, consultancy and smart, sustainable technology solutions
Make a difference where it truly matters
Are you driven by purpose? Motivated by improving outcomes for children and young people? Energised by supporting schools to make wise, cost-effective decisions—especially when budgets are tight?
If so, this is not a typical sales role. It’s a partnership role where integrity, empathy and
long-term impact matter just as much as commercial success.
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in account management—ideally within an MSP, IT services, or education setting—and who takes pride in delivering value that genuinely supports schools, academies and trusts.
Why this role matters
Technology has the power to transform teaching, learning and operational efficiency. But it must be accessible, sustainable and aligned with real educational needs.
As an Account Manager in HFL’s Technology in Schools team, you will guide school and trust leaders through an increasingly complex digital landscape. You will help them stretch limited budgets, prioritise wisely and choose solutions that truly support their communities.
This role is centred on partnership—not volume. We focus on doing what is right for schools and what delivers the best long-term outcomes for children.
What you’ll do
Build trusted, long-term relationships with school and trust
Develop a deep understanding of their needs and challenges and help shape sustainable IT strategies.
Match requirements with the best-value solutions, ensuring every pound works hard for children and young people.
Coordinate with internal specialists to design high-quality, tailored
Manage renewals, contracts and opportunities professionally and
Advocate for customers internally to support continuous
Maintain accurate records within ConnectWise and use Quosal to produce clear, professional proposals.
What drives you
A commitment to improving outcomes in the education
A desire to help schools thrive through thoughtful, consultative support—not transactional selling.
Curiosity, courage and a proactive, problem-solving
A love of building genuine, meaningful
Pride in identifying smart, affordable and sustainable technology
What you’ll bring
Proven experience in account management, ideally within MSP IT services or the education sector.
A passion for exceptional customer service and collaborative, consultative
Excellent communication skills, with confidence when guiding senior
Resilience, adaptability and enthusiasm for learning new
Experience with IT systems and platforms, and selling IT support contracts (e.g., ConnectWise, Quosal, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace for Education, networking, broadband, cloud backup, servers, end-user devices, RMM/MDM, cybersecurity, AV and related solutions).
A proactive, organised approach to work
A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle with business insurance
Why join HFL Education?
We are a not-for-profit organisation with a clear moral purpose: to improve education for every child. You’ll be part of a team that works with integrity, cares deeply about its impact, and is trusted by thousands of schools.
If you want your work to mean more—and you're ready to bring your expertise to a mission-driven team—we’d love to hear from you.
Our ‘working from anywhere’ approach provides colleagues the opportunity to work flexibly in line with their role requirements. This consists of working on-site across various schools and settings, remote working and, if desired, up to 2 days per week in our Head Office in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The ability to reach different locations by car will be essential for this role. If you drive, then a full driving licence and appropriate car insurance will be required. As there is a permanent home working element to this role, you will need to ensure you are equipped for home working.
Benefits: a generous employer pension contribution, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 31 days after five-years) or the equivalent paid for Term Time employees, family- friendly policies, hybrid working, paid mileage, a cycle to work scheme, onsite charging points for electric vehicles, access to mental health and wellbeing support, company performance bonus, professional development opportunities, benefit schemes for discounts and cashback offers, and more.
Would you like to know more information about this opportunity? If so, further information can be found in the job outline on our website. You can also contact Andy Lees who would be happy to chat to you on 01438 567890 or email andy.lees@hfleducation.org
To apply , email hfl.recruitment@hfleducation.org with a detailed CV along with a separate cover letter on Word Format to include responses to the following questions.
Alternatively, apply via our website: Join our team | HFL Education
What interests you most about this Account Manager role at HFL, and why do you want to work with schools and trusts?
What do you see as the top three IT challenges schools and MATs are facing right now, and how would you influence and support in your role as an Account Manager?
How would you prioritise if a school had lots of needs but very little money?
Tell us about a time you helped a customer or stakeholder develop a longer-term
IT strategy or plan. What actions did you take? what was the outcome and learnings?
As part of our move towards eradicating unconscious bias within the recruitment process, we will be anonymising your forms.
For recruitment queries, our Central Recruitment Team can also be contacted on the hfl.recruitment email address above. We would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: This advert may be withdrawn if we have filled the post.
This job advert may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. To make sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity, please submit your application as soon as you can.
Telephone Interview date: To be confirmed via Microsoft Teams Interview Date: To be confirmed – in Person at Stevenage Head Office.
We are committed towards becoming an anti-racist organisation, and our recruitment statement is set out below in support of this.
HFL is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We insist on the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and will never condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
HFL is also equally committed to becoming an anti-racist organisation and we encourage you to view our Anti-racist position statement which gives clarity on our anti-racist stance. In our relentless efforts to be an anti-racist organisation, we recognise the negative impacts of under representation and lack of diversity in our organisation, our education system and in all aspects of our society. Therefore, for recruitment into any HFL post, where we have 2 or more candidates of equal merit, candidates with protected characteristics will be given advantage over candidates without such characteristics. This is sometimes referred to as a ‘tie-breaker’ and is referred to as ‘positive action’ in the Equality Act 2010.
To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.
Please note that if you are invited to interview, we will expect you to be prepared to discuss unconscious bias with us; we find these conversations more than any others give us all a good idea of what working together will be like.
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.
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council
Reigate, Surrey, UK
Job Title: Digital Services & Systems Team Leader
Location of work: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: TS1 Pay scales £48075 to £62004
Basis: Permanent, Full time
Are you ready to make a real impact in shaping the digital future of local government? We’re seeking a proactive and innovative Digital Services & Systems Team Leader to join our ICT department. This is a hands-on team leader role, ideal for a self-starter who thrives on driving digital transformation and operational excellence.
About the Role
As the Digital Services & Systems Team Leader, you will:
Lead a team of three Business Improvement Analysts and three System Support Analysts.
Develop and maintain a forward-looking, agile business application architecture to support council services.
Contribute to ICT strategy, ensuring compliance with national and local standards.
Manage team resourcing, external partnerships and problem escalation.
Key Responsibilities
Drive digital transformation initiatives, including service design, form building, and automation.
Champion user-centred design and accessibility across all digital services.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Evaluate proposals for new systems and enhancements, prioritizing based on ROI and strategic fit.
Oversee the development of online forms using low-code platforms (e.g., Granicus govService), HTML/CSS, and API integration.
Support systems administration for both legacy and modern cloud platforms.
Plan and coordinate software rollouts, including governance, training, and change communication.
Lead the adoption and rollout of collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint and encourage their use to enhance productivity.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in digital services, systems leadership, or ICT project management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience with digital transformation, automation, and user-centred design.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Join us as we embark on our journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey. Play a pivotal role in shaping the council’s digital landscape, making a difference for our community and colleagues alike. Apply today to lead our digital journey!
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: Tuesday 6 January 2026
Interview date: Monday 19 January 2026
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Local Government Reorganisation
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council is part of the government’s plans for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) scheduled to take place in April 2027. This means the current two-tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Reigate, will be replaced with two unitary councils made up of East and West Surrey, which will handle all local services. Reigate and Banstead Borough Council will form part of the new East Surrey unitary authority.
Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take some time and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council(s) which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation.
Further information on LGR can be found here: Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Devolution | Reigate and Banstead
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
11/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Digital Services & Systems Team Leader
Location of work: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: TS1 Pay scales £48075 to £62004
Basis: Permanent, Full time
Are you ready to make a real impact in shaping the digital future of local government? We’re seeking a proactive and innovative Digital Services & Systems Team Leader to join our ICT department. This is a hands-on team leader role, ideal for a self-starter who thrives on driving digital transformation and operational excellence.
About the Role
As the Digital Services & Systems Team Leader, you will:
Lead a team of three Business Improvement Analysts and three System Support Analysts.
Develop and maintain a forward-looking, agile business application architecture to support council services.
Contribute to ICT strategy, ensuring compliance with national and local standards.
Manage team resourcing, external partnerships and problem escalation.
Key Responsibilities
Drive digital transformation initiatives, including service design, form building, and automation.
Champion user-centred design and accessibility across all digital services.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Evaluate proposals for new systems and enhancements, prioritizing based on ROI and strategic fit.
Oversee the development of online forms using low-code platforms (e.g., Granicus govService), HTML/CSS, and API integration.
Support systems administration for both legacy and modern cloud platforms.
Plan and coordinate software rollouts, including governance, training, and change communication.
Lead the adoption and rollout of collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint and encourage their use to enhance productivity.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in digital services, systems leadership, or ICT project management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience with digital transformation, automation, and user-centred design.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Join us as we embark on our journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey. Play a pivotal role in shaping the council’s digital landscape, making a difference for our community and colleagues alike. Apply today to lead our digital journey!
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: Tuesday 6 January 2026
Interview date: Monday 19 January 2026
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Local Government Reorganisation
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council is part of the government’s plans for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) scheduled to take place in April 2027. This means the current two-tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Reigate, will be replaced with two unitary councils made up of East and West Surrey, which will handle all local services. Reigate and Banstead Borough Council will form part of the new East Surrey unitary authority.
Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take some time and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council(s) which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation.
Further information on LGR can be found here: Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Devolution | Reigate and Banstead
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Would you like to work for a company who is accredited as an outstanding company to work for in Best Companies 2023?
Role: IT Network & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Salary: £56,411 - £61,158 per annum
Benefits: Car Allowance, Pension, Occupational Sick Pay, BHSF Health Membership
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated IT Network & Cyber Security Manager, who will take a proactive approach to safeguarding information assets, managing risks, leading incident response, and driving continual improvement of the Group’s cyber security and network posture.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, executive leaders, and third-party suppliers to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant technology services.
About the department:
All of Jigsaw's essential services rely on quality information, systems and technology supported by the 50 members of the IT department. Working to a brand-new IT Strategy, the team has exciting challenges like enabling colleagues to work effectively from anywhere, automating processes and improving digital services for our customers, whilst always improving security.
The team is also innovating in its ways of working, ensuring transparency, a keen focus on outcomes and faster delivery of benefits to the business.
Who we are:
Jigsaw Homes Group is one of the largest housing groups in England with more than 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands.
We provide quality, low-cost housing and play a wider role in making sure our residents thrive in their homes and benefit from living in healthy, sustainable communities.
Why Join Jigsaw?
Jigsaw Homes Group offers employees a very competitive 24 days holiday per annum, plus 3 days for Christmas closure (5 day working week) plus bank holidays, plus additional days after 2 years continuous service (to a maximum of 5 days).
We offer our employees the option to buy/sell up to 5 days extra leave per year and we offer compressed hours of work with the option to work a 4-day working week in a number of our roles, with 50% of your time working from home upon completion of a satisfactory probation period. This allows for a great work/life balance for many employees.
As a Jigsaw employee you will also receive incremental salaried pay, occupational sick pay, access to access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, BHSF membership, access to on-site gyms and training/development opportunities.
If this sounds like the perfect job for you then don’t hesitate to apply now!
08/12/2025
Full time
Would you like to work for a company who is accredited as an outstanding company to work for in Best Companies 2023?
Role: IT Network & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Salary: £56,411 - £61,158 per annum
Benefits: Car Allowance, Pension, Occupational Sick Pay, BHSF Health Membership
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated IT Network & Cyber Security Manager, who will take a proactive approach to safeguarding information assets, managing risks, leading incident response, and driving continual improvement of the Group’s cyber security and network posture.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, executive leaders, and third-party suppliers to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant technology services.
About the department:
All of Jigsaw's essential services rely on quality information, systems and technology supported by the 50 members of the IT department. Working to a brand-new IT Strategy, the team has exciting challenges like enabling colleagues to work effectively from anywhere, automating processes and improving digital services for our customers, whilst always improving security.
The team is also innovating in its ways of working, ensuring transparency, a keen focus on outcomes and faster delivery of benefits to the business.
Who we are:
Jigsaw Homes Group is one of the largest housing groups in England with more than 37,500 homes across the North West and East Midlands.
We provide quality, low-cost housing and play a wider role in making sure our residents thrive in their homes and benefit from living in healthy, sustainable communities.
Why Join Jigsaw?
Jigsaw Homes Group offers employees a very competitive 24 days holiday per annum, plus 3 days for Christmas closure (5 day working week) plus bank holidays, plus additional days after 2 years continuous service (to a maximum of 5 days).
We offer our employees the option to buy/sell up to 5 days extra leave per year and we offer compressed hours of work with the option to work a 4-day working week in a number of our roles, with 50% of your time working from home upon completion of a satisfactory probation period. This allows for a great work/life balance for many employees.
As a Jigsaw employee you will also receive incremental salaried pay, occupational sick pay, access to access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, BHSF membership, access to on-site gyms and training/development opportunities.
If this sounds like the perfect job for you then don’t hesitate to apply now!
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
As Head IT at Fauna & Flora, you will shape and deliver the strategic direction of our technology landscape ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward-looking, and aligned with our mission. This is an exciting new role that will build on the strong IT base developed by the current IT team.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You’ll drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations.
You’ll also play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of Fauna & Flora’s vital work protecting nature around the world.
In return we offer the opportunity to work for a ground-breaking organisation at the forefront of global conservation with generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes.
Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre and a host of cafés and restaurants. Our hybrid working policy currently provides for some remote working within the UK.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19 October 2025.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
26/09/2025
Full time
As Head IT at Fauna & Flora, you will shape and deliver the strategic direction of our technology landscape ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward-looking, and aligned with our mission. This is an exciting new role that will build on the strong IT base developed by the current IT team.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You’ll drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations.
You’ll also play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of Fauna & Flora’s vital work protecting nature around the world.
In return we offer the opportunity to work for a ground-breaking organisation at the forefront of global conservation with generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes.
Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre and a host of cafés and restaurants. Our hybrid working policy currently provides for some remote working within the UK.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19 October 2025.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
27/03/2025
Full time
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
Hartpury University and Collage
Gloucestershire, UK
Service Desk Team Leader
£27,729 - £30,311 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here
About the Role
Lead and manage the IT Service Desk by working in partnership with the academic departments and other services to ensure an excellent level of service is delivered to our students and staff.
Provide hands-on first line support for a range of technologies, including desktop PCs, mobile devices, and cloud solutions.
Drive continual service improvement, develop service desk reporting, and maintain a comprehensive internal knowledge base to meet SLAs.
To solve user problems in an efficient and timely way and to provide technical expertise to support and develop effective and efficient internal processes.
About You
You will have demonstrable experience of providing support across an environment which includes Windows desktops and servers, Office, Active Directory.
Skilled in MS Windows Desktop Support, with a solid understanding of troubleshooting, system support, and network fundamentals.
You will have previously led or played an active role in developing a service desk.
You will have strong organizational skills to manage team schedules and documentation, ensuring efficient onboarding and service consistency.
Experience of developing SLAs and KPIs associated with a Service Desk and call handling.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Employee Discounts Scheme
Onsite fitness facilities
Support for continuous professional development
Flexible working opportunities available
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on the W/C 9th December 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
22/11/2024
Full time
Service Desk Team Leader
£27,729 - £30,311 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here
About the Role
Lead and manage the IT Service Desk by working in partnership with the academic departments and other services to ensure an excellent level of service is delivered to our students and staff.
Provide hands-on first line support for a range of technologies, including desktop PCs, mobile devices, and cloud solutions.
Drive continual service improvement, develop service desk reporting, and maintain a comprehensive internal knowledge base to meet SLAs.
To solve user problems in an efficient and timely way and to provide technical expertise to support and develop effective and efficient internal processes.
About You
You will have demonstrable experience of providing support across an environment which includes Windows desktops and servers, Office, Active Directory.
Skilled in MS Windows Desktop Support, with a solid understanding of troubleshooting, system support, and network fundamentals.
You will have previously led or played an active role in developing a service desk.
You will have strong organizational skills to manage team schedules and documentation, ensuring efficient onboarding and service consistency.
Experience of developing SLAs and KPIs associated with a Service Desk and call handling.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Employee Discounts Scheme
Onsite fitness facilities
Support for continuous professional development
Flexible working opportunities available
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th November 2024.
Interviews will be held on the W/C 9th December 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
Chief Digital Information Officer (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent - Hybrid working
Hours: Monday – Friday – 37 hours per week (Full Time)
CE Solutions are proud to be working with 3C ICT who are looking for a Chief Digital Information Officer
Join 3C ICT as Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO): Shape the Future of Public Services
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving digital transformation and innovation?
3C ICT is looking for an inspiring Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) to lead our digital revolution across three ambitious councils: Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Huntingdonshire District Council.
As CDIO, you’ll have the unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on public services by leading cutting-edge digital initiatives that improve efficiency and deliver exceptional value to the communities we serve.
Why This Role?
Lead Transformational Change: You will spearhead digital strategies, identifying new opportunities to innovate across our councils, leveraging shared technologies, resources, and expertise.
Collaborate for Success: Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders across three councils, driving digital synergy while recognizing each council’s unique needs and challenges.
Inspire & Lead: Guide a talented team in delivering ambitious digital transformation programs, shaping the future of public services with a focus on accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability.
What We Offer:
Strategic Impact: Work directly with the Chief Executives of the partner councils to shape and execute our vision for digital transformation.
Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative shared service that values new ideas, creative solutions, and continuous improvement.
A Leadership Role with Purpose: This is a senior, highly influential role where your leadership will leave a lasting legacy on the public sector.
About You:
Visionary Leadership: You have a proven track record in digital strategy, transformation, and service innovation.
Collaborative Approach: You understand the power of partnerships and can create synergies across different organisations and teams.
Performance-Driven: You are committed to driving results and creating a positive, high-performing digital culture.
If you're ready to take on one of the most exciting digital leadership roles in the public sector, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to be part of the future of public services.
*A full job description is available on request
The closing date has a provisional date set of Tuesday 5th November - although this is a rolling campaign, they will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should they receive suitable applications. If you feel you have the experience and qualifications, please apply now!
16/10/2024
Full time
Chief Digital Information Officer (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent - Hybrid working
Hours: Monday – Friday – 37 hours per week (Full Time)
CE Solutions are proud to be working with 3C ICT who are looking for a Chief Digital Information Officer
Join 3C ICT as Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO): Shape the Future of Public Services
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving digital transformation and innovation?
3C ICT is looking for an inspiring Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) to lead our digital revolution across three ambitious councils: Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Huntingdonshire District Council.
As CDIO, you’ll have the unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on public services by leading cutting-edge digital initiatives that improve efficiency and deliver exceptional value to the communities we serve.
Why This Role?
Lead Transformational Change: You will spearhead digital strategies, identifying new opportunities to innovate across our councils, leveraging shared technologies, resources, and expertise.
Collaborate for Success: Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders across three councils, driving digital synergy while recognizing each council’s unique needs and challenges.
Inspire & Lead: Guide a talented team in delivering ambitious digital transformation programs, shaping the future of public services with a focus on accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability.
What We Offer:
Strategic Impact: Work directly with the Chief Executives of the partner councils to shape and execute our vision for digital transformation.
Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative shared service that values new ideas, creative solutions, and continuous improvement.
A Leadership Role with Purpose: This is a senior, highly influential role where your leadership will leave a lasting legacy on the public sector.
About You:
Visionary Leadership: You have a proven track record in digital strategy, transformation, and service innovation.
Collaborative Approach: You understand the power of partnerships and can create synergies across different organisations and teams.
Performance-Driven: You are committed to driving results and creating a positive, high-performing digital culture.
If you're ready to take on one of the most exciting digital leadership roles in the public sector, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to be part of the future of public services.
*A full job description is available on request
The closing date has a provisional date set of Tuesday 5th November - although this is a rolling campaign, they will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should they receive suitable applications. If you feel you have the experience and qualifications, please apply now!
Domain Enterprise Architect (London - Hybrid) Location: London (Hybrid) Type: Permanent Compensation: Highly Competitive + Benefits Shape the architecture that powers a global, complex and highly regulated organisation. We're looking for multiple Domain Enterprise Architects to define and drive architecture across a large, interconnected enterprise. You'll translate long term strategic objectives into clear architectural direction and play a critical role in modernising systems, data and processes. If you thrive in environments with varied stakeholders, broad business exposure and meaningful pace, this is the opportunity to maximise your influence. What You'll Lead *Setting the Standard Champion enterprise architecture principles, governance and ways of working across a broad technology and business landscape. *Connecting Strategy to Delivery Shape coherent 1, 3 and 5year architectural roadmaps aligned to business priorities and investment decisions. *Steering Major Programmes Provide architectural oversight across procurement, governance forums and design decisions, ensuring complex programmes land effectively. *Optimising the Landscape Drive life cycle management, simplification, rationalisation and tech debt reduction across applications, platforms and integrations. *Operating Across an Ecosystem Work with internal teams, external partners and service providers across data flows, customer journeys and multi party interactions. *Staying Ahead of the Curve Bring insight on emerging capabilities - data, integration, resilience, security and AI - to influence future development. Why This Role Matters *Enterprise Wide Scope Shape architecture that underpins a multi party ecosystem operating under high regulatory expectations. *Executive Visibility Directly influence senior leaders and help shape investment, transformation and strategic decision making. *Transformation With Impact Modernise platforms, data foundations and operating models affecting thousands of users across multiple touchpoints. *Outcome Driven Delivery Accelerate speed to value, reduce complexity and strengthen resilience through well executed architectural change. *Values Led Culture Collaboration, curiosity and doing the right thing guide decision making and leadership behaviours. What You'll Bring *Strong Enterprise Architecture leadership across principles, governance, strategy and roadmapping *Experience navigating large scale, complex change with high delivery volume *Confident stakeholder influence and the ability to align diverse groups *Technical breadth across integration, life cycle management, resilience, data/AI and modern design patterns *Experience in regulated or multi stakeholder environments (finance/insurance a plus but not essential) *Ability to translate architecture into practical, value driven, outcome focused change *Comfort working across a variety of business areas, value chains and end to end processes You'll be shaping strategy across corporate and business services (including finance), customer/product/market facing operations, and core technology and data enablement - so breadth as well as depth is key. How to Apply If you're ready to architect something that lasts then please apply as we're keen to hear: *A technology roadmap you've shaped *A major architectural decision you influenced *A clear example of how you've reduced TCO or tech debt
04/03/2026
Full time
Domain Enterprise Architect (London - Hybrid) Location: London (Hybrid) Type: Permanent Compensation: Highly Competitive + Benefits Shape the architecture that powers a global, complex and highly regulated organisation. We're looking for multiple Domain Enterprise Architects to define and drive architecture across a large, interconnected enterprise. You'll translate long term strategic objectives into clear architectural direction and play a critical role in modernising systems, data and processes. If you thrive in environments with varied stakeholders, broad business exposure and meaningful pace, this is the opportunity to maximise your influence. What You'll Lead *Setting the Standard Champion enterprise architecture principles, governance and ways of working across a broad technology and business landscape. *Connecting Strategy to Delivery Shape coherent 1, 3 and 5year architectural roadmaps aligned to business priorities and investment decisions. *Steering Major Programmes Provide architectural oversight across procurement, governance forums and design decisions, ensuring complex programmes land effectively. *Optimising the Landscape Drive life cycle management, simplification, rationalisation and tech debt reduction across applications, platforms and integrations. *Operating Across an Ecosystem Work with internal teams, external partners and service providers across data flows, customer journeys and multi party interactions. *Staying Ahead of the Curve Bring insight on emerging capabilities - data, integration, resilience, security and AI - to influence future development. Why This Role Matters *Enterprise Wide Scope Shape architecture that underpins a multi party ecosystem operating under high regulatory expectations. *Executive Visibility Directly influence senior leaders and help shape investment, transformation and strategic decision making. *Transformation With Impact Modernise platforms, data foundations and operating models affecting thousands of users across multiple touchpoints. *Outcome Driven Delivery Accelerate speed to value, reduce complexity and strengthen resilience through well executed architectural change. *Values Led Culture Collaboration, curiosity and doing the right thing guide decision making and leadership behaviours. What You'll Bring *Strong Enterprise Architecture leadership across principles, governance, strategy and roadmapping *Experience navigating large scale, complex change with high delivery volume *Confident stakeholder influence and the ability to align diverse groups *Technical breadth across integration, life cycle management, resilience, data/AI and modern design patterns *Experience in regulated or multi stakeholder environments (finance/insurance a plus but not essential) *Ability to translate architecture into practical, value driven, outcome focused change *Comfort working across a variety of business areas, value chains and end to end processes You'll be shaping strategy across corporate and business services (including finance), customer/product/market facing operations, and core technology and data enablement - so breadth as well as depth is key. How to Apply If you're ready to architect something that lasts then please apply as we're keen to hear: *A technology roadmap you've shaped *A major architectural decision you influenced *A clear example of how you've reduced TCO or tech debt
Release Management Lead Location : London Role Type: Permanent Work Setup: Hybrid Salary: £100K Who We Are We have an exciting new opportunity for a Release Management Lead to Join Robert Walters as a Workforce Consultant. As an Employed Workforce Consultant, you will benefit from permanent employment with Robert Walters and will be deployed on an interim or project basis into our clients' organisations, in return we will provide you with an opportunity to develop your skills with ongoing training and professional accreditations. The role We are seeking candidates with experience as a strategic Release Management Lead to plan, coordinate, and govern software and infrastructure releases across the bank's platforms. This role ensures secure, compliant, and efficient delivery with minimal business disruption, requiring strong leadership and proven experience managing complex, cross-functional releases in regulated environments. What You'll Do Responsible for delivering EMEA Release Management within the wider IT Service Delivery model (covering all EMEA entities and Nikko Capital Markets, in partnership with global group companies), operating standard business hours with on-call and out-of-hours support for critical releases. Own and manage the enterprise release calendar, leading the planning and execution of major, minor, and emergency releases across platforms and business units, aligned to business priorities, regulatory deadlines, and change windows. Coordinate with Product, Engineering, QA, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Business teams to ensure release readiness and mitigate risks. Review and approve rollback and communication plans for critical releases. Lead release bridges, oversee critical cutovers, and manage post-release review and remediation activities. Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, PRA/FCA), maintaining full documentation, approvals, risk assessments, post-implementation reviews, and enforcing change control, segregation of duties, and life cycle traceability. Act as the central coordination point for enterprise releases, chairing Release Governance Boards, contributing to CABs, and providing executive reporting on release performance, risk, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and tooling aligned to Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices, supporting enterprise frameworks while promoting accountability, quality, and operational excellence across delivery teams. What You Bring Extensive experience in Release Management, IT Operations, or Technology Delivery, ideally within banking or financial services. Proven track record managing enterprise-scale releases in regulated environments financial services environment. Strong knowledge of ITIL, release governance, change management, risk, and audit controls. Solid understanding of banking regulatory frameworks (eg, DORA, SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Experience with core banking, digital platforms, and financial transaction systems. Familiarity with scaled Agile frameworks (eg, SAFe). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience or proficiency of CI/CD (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab) ITSM (ServiceNow) IaC (Terraform, Ansible) Monitoring (Dynatrace, Splunk, Logic Monitor) What's Next If you are ready to take the next step, apply now! Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at (see below) to discuss how we can support you. This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
04/03/2026
Full time
Release Management Lead Location : London Role Type: Permanent Work Setup: Hybrid Salary: £100K Who We Are We have an exciting new opportunity for a Release Management Lead to Join Robert Walters as a Workforce Consultant. As an Employed Workforce Consultant, you will benefit from permanent employment with Robert Walters and will be deployed on an interim or project basis into our clients' organisations, in return we will provide you with an opportunity to develop your skills with ongoing training and professional accreditations. The role We are seeking candidates with experience as a strategic Release Management Lead to plan, coordinate, and govern software and infrastructure releases across the bank's platforms. This role ensures secure, compliant, and efficient delivery with minimal business disruption, requiring strong leadership and proven experience managing complex, cross-functional releases in regulated environments. What You'll Do Responsible for delivering EMEA Release Management within the wider IT Service Delivery model (covering all EMEA entities and Nikko Capital Markets, in partnership with global group companies), operating standard business hours with on-call and out-of-hours support for critical releases. Own and manage the enterprise release calendar, leading the planning and execution of major, minor, and emergency releases across platforms and business units, aligned to business priorities, regulatory deadlines, and change windows. Coordinate with Product, Engineering, QA, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Business teams to ensure release readiness and mitigate risks. Review and approve rollback and communication plans for critical releases. Lead release bridges, oversee critical cutovers, and manage post-release review and remediation activities. Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, PRA/FCA), maintaining full documentation, approvals, risk assessments, post-implementation reviews, and enforcing change control, segregation of duties, and life cycle traceability. Act as the central coordination point for enterprise releases, chairing Release Governance Boards, contributing to CABs, and providing executive reporting on release performance, risk, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and tooling aligned to Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices, supporting enterprise frameworks while promoting accountability, quality, and operational excellence across delivery teams. What You Bring Extensive experience in Release Management, IT Operations, or Technology Delivery, ideally within banking or financial services. Proven track record managing enterprise-scale releases in regulated environments financial services environment. Strong knowledge of ITIL, release governance, change management, risk, and audit controls. Solid understanding of banking regulatory frameworks (eg, DORA, SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Experience with core banking, digital platforms, and financial transaction systems. Familiarity with scaled Agile frameworks (eg, SAFe). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience or proficiency of CI/CD (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab) ITSM (ServiceNow) IaC (Terraform, Ansible) Monitoring (Dynatrace, Splunk, Logic Monitor) What's Next If you are ready to take the next step, apply now! Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at (see below) to discuss how we can support you. This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
Senior Frontend Developer/Team Lead (React/TypeScript) - Hybrid 2 days, Southwest SR2 is partnering with a creative technology studio that designs and builds exceptional digital experiences with real-world impact for clients, users, and the planet. They're looking for a Front End Practice Lead to guide a high-performing FE team, raise engineering standards, and help deliver modern web products at pace. What you'll be doing Lead and grow a Front End engineering practice: coaching, mentoring, and setting technical direction Own quality and delivery for FE across multiple client projects (hands-on when needed) Drive cross-discipline collaboration (engineering, design, delivery, product) Define reusable technical components/approaches that scale across projects Run effective rituals: team meetings, actions, accountability, continuous improvement Support planning, estimation, and delivery of medium-large workstreams Contribute to pitches/RFPs and client workshops; build trusted stakeholder relationships Partner with senior tech leadership to shape the broader engineering roadmap Hire well: interview, assess, and help onboard new team members What you'll bring Strong people leadership: you can motivate teams, develop careers, and give clear feedback Proven commercial delivery experience in fast-paced environments with fixed timescales Deep FE expertise: React, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+) Strong grasp of accessibility and inclusive engineering best practice Confident integrating with APIs/web services Solid approach to tooling, testing, performance optimisation, and code quality Practical Agile experience (iterative, incremental delivery) Version control excellence (Git) and modern collaboration workflows (eg, Jira) Working knowledge of browser/device security and performance considerations TDD/automated testing mindset (unit + acceptance testing) Interest in emerging web tech and standards Exposure to CMS-driven builds Nice to have React Native or other JS-to-native frameworks Node.js, serverless (eg, Lambda), GraphQL Agency/studio background (creative + tech) Package highlights Competitive salary (benchmarked annually), bonus potential Hybrid working Pension + private health cover Holiday allowance plus additional leave at milestones + Christmas closure days Annual development budget + dedicated learning time Wellbeing benefits (eg, subsidised training, yoga, volunteering days) EV scheme and onsite parking (where applicable)
04/03/2026
Full time
Senior Frontend Developer/Team Lead (React/TypeScript) - Hybrid 2 days, Southwest SR2 is partnering with a creative technology studio that designs and builds exceptional digital experiences with real-world impact for clients, users, and the planet. They're looking for a Front End Practice Lead to guide a high-performing FE team, raise engineering standards, and help deliver modern web products at pace. What you'll be doing Lead and grow a Front End engineering practice: coaching, mentoring, and setting technical direction Own quality and delivery for FE across multiple client projects (hands-on when needed) Drive cross-discipline collaboration (engineering, design, delivery, product) Define reusable technical components/approaches that scale across projects Run effective rituals: team meetings, actions, accountability, continuous improvement Support planning, estimation, and delivery of medium-large workstreams Contribute to pitches/RFPs and client workshops; build trusted stakeholder relationships Partner with senior tech leadership to shape the broader engineering roadmap Hire well: interview, assess, and help onboard new team members What you'll bring Strong people leadership: you can motivate teams, develop careers, and give clear feedback Proven commercial delivery experience in fast-paced environments with fixed timescales Deep FE expertise: React, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+) Strong grasp of accessibility and inclusive engineering best practice Confident integrating with APIs/web services Solid approach to tooling, testing, performance optimisation, and code quality Practical Agile experience (iterative, incremental delivery) Version control excellence (Git) and modern collaboration workflows (eg, Jira) Working knowledge of browser/device security and performance considerations TDD/automated testing mindset (unit + acceptance testing) Interest in emerging web tech and standards Exposure to CMS-driven builds Nice to have React Native or other JS-to-native frameworks Node.js, serverless (eg, Lambda), GraphQL Agency/studio background (creative + tech) Package highlights Competitive salary (benchmarked annually), bonus potential Hybrid working Pension + private health cover Holiday allowance plus additional leave at milestones + Christmas closure days Annual development budget + dedicated learning time Wellbeing benefits (eg, subsidised training, yoga, volunteering days) EV scheme and onsite parking (where applicable)
Role: Google Cloud Architect Location: London or ManchesterCareer Level: Manager Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO Our Team Together we engineer and build the infrastructure, tools, access and telemetry for systems that enable orchestration of Google-scale services. Join us and help build what matters. We are seeking a Google Cloud Architect to join the Accenture Google Business Group (AGBG) within Accenture Technology in the UK, specifically focused on our UK public sector clients. You'll be part of a team that engineers and implements the infrastructure, tools, access and telemetry for systems that enable orchestration of Google-scale services. As a Google Cloud Architect, you will: Lead the technical architecture and delivery of Google Cloud solutions for public sector clients Design, deploy, and operate secure Google Cloud solutions both on client sites and internal reference implementations Provide technical guidance and mentorship to small teams ensuring successful project delivery Leverage your deep knowledge of Google Cloud architecture and engineering to deliver enterprise grade solutions
04/03/2026
Full time
Role: Google Cloud Architect Location: London or ManchesterCareer Level: Manager Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO Our Team Together we engineer and build the infrastructure, tools, access and telemetry for systems that enable orchestration of Google-scale services. Join us and help build what matters. We are seeking a Google Cloud Architect to join the Accenture Google Business Group (AGBG) within Accenture Technology in the UK, specifically focused on our UK public sector clients. You'll be part of a team that engineers and implements the infrastructure, tools, access and telemetry for systems that enable orchestration of Google-scale services. As a Google Cloud Architect, you will: Lead the technical architecture and delivery of Google Cloud solutions for public sector clients Design, deploy, and operate secure Google Cloud solutions both on client sites and internal reference implementations Provide technical guidance and mentorship to small teams ensuring successful project delivery Leverage your deep knowledge of Google Cloud architecture and engineering to deliver enterprise grade solutions
Mobile Backend Developer Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Mobile Backend Developer (Java/Kotlin) to be based at their client's office in Manchester, UK. This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the Manchester office 3 days per week This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP Day rate: Competitive Market rate Our client is seeking a Senior Application Engineer specialising in Back End, cloud-based application development, with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities. You will shape strategy within your technical domain, support cross-team collaboration, and help build a strong developer community. The role involves mentoring junior engineers, driving high-quality delivery, promoting best practices such as TDD and BDD, and leading engineering standards across the SDLC. Key Responsibilities Provide advanced technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights. Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Demonstrate a commitment to keeping up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, actively applying them in your work. Contribute new ideas, tools, and methodologies to help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Share knowledge and mentor peers and junior engineers, supporting their growth and skills development. Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, implications, and dependencies. Review and provide feedback on technical documentation, suggesting improvements where appropriate. Promote and practice best development approaches such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to deliver high-quality, maintainable code. Apply design patterns to address complex problems, ensuring code is efficient, readable, and reusable. Adhere to IT and Information Security policies and procedures in all engineering activities. Key Requirements Preferred - Experience of building distributed scalable microservices using Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, OAuth 2.0, Secure API design Understanding of API design for mobile application with event driven architecture Strong analysis and problem-solving skills Knowledge of the financial services industry Other technologies/areas: AWS, API Design, Automation testing Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
04/03/2026
Contractor
Mobile Backend Developer Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Mobile Backend Developer (Java/Kotlin) to be based at their client's office in Manchester, UK. This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the Manchester office 3 days per week This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP Day rate: Competitive Market rate Our client is seeking a Senior Application Engineer specialising in Back End, cloud-based application development, with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities. You will shape strategy within your technical domain, support cross-team collaboration, and help build a strong developer community. The role involves mentoring junior engineers, driving high-quality delivery, promoting best practices such as TDD and BDD, and leading engineering standards across the SDLC. Key Responsibilities Provide advanced technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights. Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Demonstrate a commitment to keeping up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, actively applying them in your work. Contribute new ideas, tools, and methodologies to help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Share knowledge and mentor peers and junior engineers, supporting their growth and skills development. Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, implications, and dependencies. Review and provide feedback on technical documentation, suggesting improvements where appropriate. Promote and practice best development approaches such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to deliver high-quality, maintainable code. Apply design patterns to address complex problems, ensuring code is efficient, readable, and reusable. Adhere to IT and Information Security policies and procedures in all engineering activities. Key Requirements Preferred - Experience of building distributed scalable microservices using Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, OAuth 2.0, Secure API design Understanding of API design for mobile application with event driven architecture Strong analysis and problem-solving skills Knowledge of the financial services industry Other technologies/areas: AWS, API Design, Automation testing Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Engineer to own the Azure/Databricks data & AI platform end-to-end from architecture and pipelines to governance, data quality, observability, ML enablement so the business gets trusted, timely, and cost-efficient data and models. Client Details Senior Data Engineer The organisation is a well established entity within the financial services industry. It operates as a medium-sized firm and focuses on providing reliable and innovative solutions to its clients. Description Senior Data Engineer Develop and oversee Azure-based solutions to support analytics functions. Design and evolve the Azure/Databricks modern data platform architecture. Build, optimise and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and data models. Implement data governance, lineage and cataloguing using Purview/Unity Catalog. Establish data quality frameworks, monitoring and observability across pipelines. Manage orchestration, platform operations and ITIL-aligned incident/change processes. Ensure strong data security, access controls and regulatory compliance. Support and enable machine learning and AI solutions within Databricks. Monitor and optimise cloud and compute costs using Azure FinOps tooling. Provide guidance and mentorship to the analytics team on Azure best practices. Profile Senior Data Engineer A successful senior data engineer will have deep, hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure, with the ability to own platform architecture, delivery and operations end-to-end (including DevOps, monitoring, reliability and cost control). They will be fluent across data engineering, governance, ML enablement and ITIL-aligned change and incident management. Proven expertise in delivering Azure and Databricks data platform solutions. Strong background in designing and optimising complex ETL/ELT pipelines. Hands-on experience with data governance, lineage and cataloguing tools. Proven ability to implement data quality, monitoring and observability practices. Experience leading platform operations, including incident and change management. Demonstrated capability in mentoring others and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Job Offer Senior Data Engineer Competitive salary up to £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits. Standard benefits package provided. Permanent position within a reputable organisation. Chance to develop and lead innovative Azure-driven projects. Take the next step in your career by applying for this Senior Data Engineer position in Basingstoke today. Join a trusted organisation and make a significant impact.
04/03/2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Engineer to own the Azure/Databricks data & AI platform end-to-end from architecture and pipelines to governance, data quality, observability, ML enablement so the business gets trusted, timely, and cost-efficient data and models. Client Details Senior Data Engineer The organisation is a well established entity within the financial services industry. It operates as a medium-sized firm and focuses on providing reliable and innovative solutions to its clients. Description Senior Data Engineer Develop and oversee Azure-based solutions to support analytics functions. Design and evolve the Azure/Databricks modern data platform architecture. Build, optimise and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and data models. Implement data governance, lineage and cataloguing using Purview/Unity Catalog. Establish data quality frameworks, monitoring and observability across pipelines. Manage orchestration, platform operations and ITIL-aligned incident/change processes. Ensure strong data security, access controls and regulatory compliance. Support and enable machine learning and AI solutions within Databricks. Monitor and optimise cloud and compute costs using Azure FinOps tooling. Provide guidance and mentorship to the analytics team on Azure best practices. Profile Senior Data Engineer A successful senior data engineer will have deep, hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure, with the ability to own platform architecture, delivery and operations end-to-end (including DevOps, monitoring, reliability and cost control). They will be fluent across data engineering, governance, ML enablement and ITIL-aligned change and incident management. Proven expertise in delivering Azure and Databricks data platform solutions. Strong background in designing and optimising complex ETL/ELT pipelines. Hands-on experience with data governance, lineage and cataloguing tools. Proven ability to implement data quality, monitoring and observability practices. Experience leading platform operations, including incident and change management. Demonstrated capability in mentoring others and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Job Offer Senior Data Engineer Competitive salary up to £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits. Standard benefits package provided. Permanent position within a reputable organisation. Chance to develop and lead innovative Azure-driven projects. Take the next step in your career by applying for this Senior Data Engineer position in Basingstoke today. Join a trusted organisation and make a significant impact.
Head of Software Engineering Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working) Market Rates Plus an excellent company benefits package (including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Pension, etc.) Skills and Experience: Proven leadership experience leading a multidisciplinary technology function encompassing software development (Backend/Cloud) and preferably hardware/firmware engineering. Extensive experience successfully driving large-scale architectural transformation and modernisation projects (eg, monolithic to microservices, Legacy stack replacement, etc.). Expertise in cloud-native, scalable system design within a high-throughput, low-latency environment, preferably telematics/IoT. Deep understanding of modern web and mobile architecture, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) and serverless patterns. Demonstrable ability to set and enforce high standards for code quality, technical documentation and development practices. Proven experience in leading and mentoring technical managers and managing a large engineering budget. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executives. An understanding of my client's current technology stack (PHP, React and Native Mobile) and experience migrating off similar platforms. Experience with Python and the AWS ecosystem (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.). Must have recent experience working with and to ISO 9001 or ISO 27001 standards. Familiarity with test-driven design methodologies (TDD). The Opportunity: In this high-profile, high-impact, strategic role you will be the senior technical authority driving my client's strategic evolution towards a scalable, software-first SaaS platform. The successful post-holder will hold responsibility for the entire digital ecosystem (across the Web, Mobile and Cloud technologies), ensuring their technical vision aggressively pursues software-led growth, while continuing to improve the hardware solution which remains their core business offering. The Head of Software Engineering will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, encompassing Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Hardware, DevOps and Quality Assurance; fostering a culture of technical rigour that integrates software agility with the continued evolution of their core technology-stack. Applications: Please contact John Noonan here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow and dominate their sector here in the UK with their expertise and range of technology products?
04/03/2026
Full time
Head of Software Engineering Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working) Market Rates Plus an excellent company benefits package (including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Pension, etc.) Skills and Experience: Proven leadership experience leading a multidisciplinary technology function encompassing software development (Backend/Cloud) and preferably hardware/firmware engineering. Extensive experience successfully driving large-scale architectural transformation and modernisation projects (eg, monolithic to microservices, Legacy stack replacement, etc.). Expertise in cloud-native, scalable system design within a high-throughput, low-latency environment, preferably telematics/IoT. Deep understanding of modern web and mobile architecture, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) and serverless patterns. Demonstrable ability to set and enforce high standards for code quality, technical documentation and development practices. Proven experience in leading and mentoring technical managers and managing a large engineering budget. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executives. An understanding of my client's current technology stack (PHP, React and Native Mobile) and experience migrating off similar platforms. Experience with Python and the AWS ecosystem (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.). Must have recent experience working with and to ISO 9001 or ISO 27001 standards. Familiarity with test-driven design methodologies (TDD). The Opportunity: In this high-profile, high-impact, strategic role you will be the senior technical authority driving my client's strategic evolution towards a scalable, software-first SaaS platform. The successful post-holder will hold responsibility for the entire digital ecosystem (across the Web, Mobile and Cloud technologies), ensuring their technical vision aggressively pursues software-led growth, while continuing to improve the hardware solution which remains their core business offering. The Head of Software Engineering will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, encompassing Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Hardware, DevOps and Quality Assurance; fostering a culture of technical rigour that integrates software agility with the continued evolution of their core technology-stack. Applications: Please contact John Noonan here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow and dominate their sector here in the UK with their expertise and range of technology products?
Infrastructure Tester Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in assuring the quality and reliability of complex infrastructure solutions that underpin mission-critical programmes. As an Infrastructure Automation Tester, you'll help shape how innovative technologies are tested, deployed and trusted, working in close partnership with clients to deliver measurable outcomes. You'll contribute to high-impact projects that enable secure, scalable platforms, while being empowered to take ownership, think creatively and continuously improve how testing is delivered. Supported by collaborative teams and strong learning pathways, you'll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, influence technical direction and make a lasting difference across some of the UK's most important digital environments. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold Higher level UK Security Clearance, Required on site in Gloucester 5 days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will work within a cross-functional team to design, build and manage automated test environments across client platforms. You will take ownership of infrastructure testing, ensuring new capabilities are robust, repeatable and well-assured, while collaborating closely with development teams, product owners and client stakeholders. You'll be encouraged to improve tooling, share knowledge and continuously enhance testing pipelines, supported by a culture that values collaboration, learning and innovation. You will be required to work on site in Gloucester five days per week and hold Authority HLC clearance. Key responsibilities include: Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed, you will have strong experience in infrastructure automation and testing within secure or complex environments, with the ability to work collaboratively, take responsibility for outcomes and adapt to evolving technologies. Essential qualifications and experience: Desirable experience: Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
04/03/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Tester Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in assuring the quality and reliability of complex infrastructure solutions that underpin mission-critical programmes. As an Infrastructure Automation Tester, you'll help shape how innovative technologies are tested, deployed and trusted, working in close partnership with clients to deliver measurable outcomes. You'll contribute to high-impact projects that enable secure, scalable platforms, while being empowered to take ownership, think creatively and continuously improve how testing is delivered. Supported by collaborative teams and strong learning pathways, you'll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, influence technical direction and make a lasting difference across some of the UK's most important digital environments. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold Higher level UK Security Clearance, Required on site in Gloucester 5 days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will work within a cross-functional team to design, build and manage automated test environments across client platforms. You will take ownership of infrastructure testing, ensuring new capabilities are robust, repeatable and well-assured, while collaborating closely with development teams, product owners and client stakeholders. You'll be encouraged to improve tooling, share knowledge and continuously enhance testing pipelines, supported by a culture that values collaboration, learning and innovation. You will be required to work on site in Gloucester five days per week and hold Authority HLC clearance. Key responsibilities include: Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed, you will have strong experience in infrastructure automation and testing within secure or complex environments, with the ability to work collaboratively, take responsibility for outcomes and adapt to evolving technologies. Essential qualifications and experience: Desirable experience: Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
ITSM Service Design Consultant - Security Position Description At CGI, we help organisations turn complex security challenges into meaningful, measurable outcomes. As a Security Service Design Consultant within our Advisory Services team, you'll shape next-generation IT services and operating models that protect critical systems and enhance user experience across the UK. Working closely with public and private sector clients, you'll design secure, resilient services that enable innovation, strengthen trust, and deliver lasting business value. You'll have the freedom to take ownership, the support to grow, and the opportunity to apply creativity to real-world challenges-while collaborating with experts who are passionate about making a difference through technology. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position but you will be expected to travel to client site or CGI offices 1 to 2 days a week on average Your future duties and responsibilities n this role, you will work alongside clients to design, assure, and improve secure IT services across the full-service management lifecycle. You'll take ownership of service strategies and designs that balance people, process, technology, and commercial considerations, ensuring solutions transition smoothly into live operations and deliver real business impact. You will act as a trusted advisor, shaping service architectures, guiding improvement initiatives, and adapting designs to emerging frameworks and technologies. Supported by a collaborative community, you'll also mentor junior consultants while continuing to develop your own expertise in response to evolving industry needs. Key responsibilities include: • Lead & Shape: Define service management and security strategies aligned to client goals. • Design & Deliver: Produce SDPs, HLDs, and LLDs that provide clear, secure delivery roadmaps. • Assure & Improve: Review and assure service designs, driving continuous improvement. • Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with stakeholders to integrate new services seamlessly. • Architect & Align: Design target operating models that balance business and technical needs. • Optimise & Enable: Assess processes, simulate workflows, and enhance service performance. • Mentor & Grow: Coach junior consultants and promote best practice across teams. • Contribute & Develop: Support business development and shape tailored advisory solutions. Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience in service management and security service design, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical, high-quality solutions. You should be confident working with stakeholders, assuring service designs, and contributing to both delivery and advisory growth. Essential qualifications and experience: • Strong understanding of end-to-end service management and service design practices • ITIL Foundation qualification • Proven experience in security service design and security architecture principles • Knowledge of SecOps practices and Security by Design approaches • Experience in IT project delivery, process implementation, and improvement • Ability to review and assure service designs with constructive feedback • Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills • Commercial awareness of IT services, SLAs, and contractual delivery • Experience mentoring or coaching colleagues Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
04/03/2026
Full time
ITSM Service Design Consultant - Security Position Description At CGI, we help organisations turn complex security challenges into meaningful, measurable outcomes. As a Security Service Design Consultant within our Advisory Services team, you'll shape next-generation IT services and operating models that protect critical systems and enhance user experience across the UK. Working closely with public and private sector clients, you'll design secure, resilient services that enable innovation, strengthen trust, and deliver lasting business value. You'll have the freedom to take ownership, the support to grow, and the opportunity to apply creativity to real-world challenges-while collaborating with experts who are passionate about making a difference through technology. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position but you will be expected to travel to client site or CGI offices 1 to 2 days a week on average Your future duties and responsibilities n this role, you will work alongside clients to design, assure, and improve secure IT services across the full-service management lifecycle. You'll take ownership of service strategies and designs that balance people, process, technology, and commercial considerations, ensuring solutions transition smoothly into live operations and deliver real business impact. You will act as a trusted advisor, shaping service architectures, guiding improvement initiatives, and adapting designs to emerging frameworks and technologies. Supported by a collaborative community, you'll also mentor junior consultants while continuing to develop your own expertise in response to evolving industry needs. Key responsibilities include: • Lead & Shape: Define service management and security strategies aligned to client goals. • Design & Deliver: Produce SDPs, HLDs, and LLDs that provide clear, secure delivery roadmaps. • Assure & Improve: Review and assure service designs, driving continuous improvement. • Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with stakeholders to integrate new services seamlessly. • Architect & Align: Design target operating models that balance business and technical needs. • Optimise & Enable: Assess processes, simulate workflows, and enhance service performance. • Mentor & Grow: Coach junior consultants and promote best practice across teams. • Contribute & Develop: Support business development and shape tailored advisory solutions. Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience in service management and security service design, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical, high-quality solutions. You should be confident working with stakeholders, assuring service designs, and contributing to both delivery and advisory growth. Essential qualifications and experience: • Strong understanding of end-to-end service management and service design practices • ITIL Foundation qualification • Proven experience in security service design and security architecture principles • Knowledge of SecOps practices and Security by Design approaches • Experience in IT project delivery, process implementation, and improvement • Ability to review and assure service designs with constructive feedback • Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills • Commercial awareness of IT services, SLAs, and contractual delivery • Experience mentoring or coaching colleagues Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
