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Solution Architect - Investment Banking - Payments - Accounting services - SDLC - Contract (Initial 12 months, to be extended further) Responsibilities Describes the solution intent and the associated operating environment, determines the primary systems/subsystems and their interfaces, defining non-functional requirements. Ensures the solution is fit for purpose by working with stakeholders, vendors/service providers. In parallel, evaluating the impact of strategic design decisions. Working with both business and technology to create the solution intent and architectural vision. Leads rapid shaping of a high level architecture with details filled in with emerging business requirements; ensures architecture is flexible and modular and designed to adapt easily. Utilizes the defined best practices, templates and documentation to create architectural designs. Works with Product Manager/Owner to plan and prioritize technology focused backlog items for the architecture runway. Clarifies the architecture for the development teams to support implementation, and provides solution options to resolve any impediments. Required Skills Domain knowledge of Payments, Accounting Services, Liquidity Management, Receivables, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Commercial Card domains (some or all preferred). Driving a shared service strategy and performance culture. Drives best practices approach to the continuous improvement of our products, processes and tools. Relevant IT experience (SDLC- Waterfall/Agile). Able to lead and contribute to automation, causal analysis and development of shared/common solutions. Translating complex concepts into multiple architectural views aimed at varying audiences. Broad based IT knowledge and experience. (Financial Software, Middleware, Databases). Contract role - inside IR35 - 3 days a week in office - candidate can be based in Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Job Title: Payments Solution Architect Location: Northampton/Manchester area Salary/Rate: £465 INSIDE IR35 Start Date: 05/01/2026 Job Type: Contract We have an exciting new contract opportunity with one of our leading financial services clients. They are looking for a Payments Solution Architect with experience in Current account journeys, including loans, account switching and is experienced with managing responsibilities for designing, developing, and implementing technology solutions for complex core banking & current account business problems, ensuring that systems are scalable, resilient, and secure. Solution Architect with domain expertise & experience in designing the solutions involving various payments/core/cards systems. Responsibilities: Collaborating with stakeholders across business and technology Owning the delivery of architecture for core banking programs Guiding the integration strategies- often balancing cloud adoption, automation and compliance. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Need associate with prior exp in Cards and Payments domain knowledge of cards issuance and authorisation journeys Leading design and technical architecture for loans, savings/current accounts, current account switching & payments, along with operational platforms with focus on scalability, resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance Collaborating with project managers, product owners, and business analysts to align solutions with business requirements and risk controls for current accounts Managing architectural governance: producing design artefacts for privacy, records management, and risk Advising business and product teams, supporting technical delivery and innovation in the banking landscape Evaluating and integrating vendor products, supporting systems strategy, and automating operational processes to reduce manual intervention Essential expertise: Broad knowledge of the current account & core banking landscape, payment schemes, and architecture paradigms (cloud, APls, DevOps, security. Experience with workforce planning tools, reporting platforms (Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, Tableau, Confluence), and project delivery best practices Strong stakeholder management, business acumen, and ability to influence strategy across multiple teams and business functions. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer: Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior DataOps Engineer to join the Group and take responsibility for inspiring and coaching our Data Engineering teams. The person in post will be working alongside domain-oriented, multi-disciplinary data product teams to design, develop, and test high-quality data solutions that serve as the backbone of our decision-making and digital services. Driving automation and CI/CD practices across data pipelines and infrastructure, the Senior DataOps Engineer will build robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure that supports our data platform strategy. The role holder will lead and mentor data engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment. They will also play a central role in designing and developing a new cloud-based Data Ecosystem. Working closely with stakeholders to analyse requirements the person in post will design test strategies and ensure data quality and integrity through comprehensive testing. They will also collaborate in an agile environment with product managers, analysts, and developers to deliver data products that create tangible business value Benefits: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme Annual discretionary bonus scheme Personal pension with matched contributions Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave Extensive wellbeing support Life assurance (6 times annual salary) Find out more about the fantastic benefits of joining Coventry Building Society here This role can be based from either our Head Office campus in Coventry or our Manchester office. A team-led hybrid working arrangement is in place. About you To be successful in this role it's essential you have: Extensive experience with AWS (S3, Glue, Redshift, SageMaker) Experience of building and automating data pipelines in finance The ability to demonstrate, automate and manage data systems so they run smoothly and can grow easily. Familiarity with Docker, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Vault Experience in coding SQL, Python, Spark, or Scala to work with data. Experience with databases used in Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, and Lakehouse setups. You know how to work with both structured and unstructured data. Experience in testing and testing standards Experience leading and coaching individuals to provide ongoing oversight over the development of data products. Desirable experience will be: Possess an AWS qualification Experience of working in an Agile Team; preferably Safe. Experience in specific tooling Qlik Replicate / Qlik Compose / DataBricks / Informatica / SAS An understanding of data modelling methodology (Kimball, Data Vault, Lakehouse) About us We're one of the largest building societies in the UK and we share a mutual goal across our branches and our offices to improve the lives of others. We're officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work' and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing. At the beginning of the year, The Co-operative Bank officially became part of our Group. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers, and colleagues. We're serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you'll build more than just a career with us. All together , better. Flexibility and why it matters We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we'll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer We're proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria. Location Coventry JBRP1_UKTJ

Contract Full Stack Developer (Angular / Java / AWS) Hybrid Manchester We are recruiting for a Contract Full Stack Developer to join a high-performing product team delivering modern, client-facing digital solutions within Financial Services / Investment Management. This role suits a hands-on engineer who enjoys working across the full stack, owning features end-to-end and building scalable, high-quality applications using Angular, Java and AWS in an agile environment. Key Responsibilities Design and develop full stack applications using Angular (12+), TypeScript, Java 8+ and Spring Boot Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices Develop AWS serverless solutions (Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, S3) Apply TDD and automated testing (Jest, Jasmine, Playwright) Work closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices Ensure high code quality through peer reviews and documentation Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience as a Full Stack Developer / Engineer Angular enterprise applications (Angular 12+) Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC AWS cloud and serverless architecture TDD, unit testing and end-to-end testing Background in Financial Services, Banking, Wealth or Investment Management Agile / Scrum delivery experience Nice to Have Node.js / NestJS Splunk or logging/monitoring tools Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) This is a hybrid contract role with on-site collaboration required mid-week. Apply now to discuss further.

External Sales Executive Builders Merchant Salary: £35,(Apply online only) £50,(Apply online only) + Uncapped Commission Location: Bolton (BL1 & surrounding areas) Do you have a proven track record in sales and a genuine interest in the construction trade? Are you motivated by building strong client relationships and exceeding targets? If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you. About the Role We are a well-established builders merchant known for reliability, service, and product expertise. We re seeking a driven External Sales Executive to expand our customer base across Bury, Bolton, and the wider Greater Manchester region. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain relationships with both new and existing trade customers Spot opportunities to grow accounts and convert leads into long-term business Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellent customer service Keep up to date with product ranges and industry developments Represent the business at trade shows, networking events, and customer visits What We re Looking For Previous experience in external sales, this must be within builders merchants or construction supply Solid understanding of building materials and the needs of trade clients Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Highly self-motivated, target-focused, and customer-oriented Full UK driving licence What s in It for You Competitive basic salary of £35,(Apply online only) £50,(Apply online only) (depending on experience) Uncapped commission the more you achieve, the more you earn Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression For further details, please contact Jake Norfolk-Lee at Interaction Recruitment . INDLEE

Full Stack Developer - Must have an Active DV Clearance - Hybrid Location: Bristol, London, Manchester or Cambridge Salary: 70,000 - 120,000 (depending on experience and clearance) We are looking for a Full Stack Developer to join a growing public sector team delivering secure, high-impact digital services across Defence & Security. This is a unique opportunity to use your development expertise to help solve real-world challenges for government and national security clients. You'll work on meaningful projects in an agile environment, applying your skills across the full software development lifecycle - from design through to deployment. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering team, working alongside technical leads, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver robust and scalable solutions. What you'll be doing: Designing, developing and deploying secure, high-performing web applications for government clients Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to production Building responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies Developing scalable server-side functionality with appropriate frameworks and languages Creating and maintaining RESTful APIs for integration across platforms Following secure coding practices and supporting compliance with government security standards Conducting security reviews and supporting remediation of vulnerabilities Translating technical requirements into delivery plans and code Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What we're looking for: UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance Strong experience with front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.js Proficiency in back-end development using Node.js, Python, or Java Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases Ability to analyse and resolve complex problems in a structured way Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in cross-functional teams A flexible, adaptable mindset and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment Desirable experience: Understanding of public sector systems, processes or compliance frameworks Knowledge of accessibility and UX best practices for government applications Experience designing and maintaining well-documented REST APIs Familiarity with secure development practices and secure data handling requirements in government

UX Designer - 3 Month Contract: Hybrid/Manchester Interviewing now for a UX Designer for an initial 3 month contract. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience across our products. Your creativity and expertise will help us craft interfaces that are not only seamless but also intuitive and accessible. Your Responsibilities: Conduct User Research: Dive deep into understanding user needs through interviews, surveys, and usability testing. Wireframing & Prototyping: Bring your ideas to life with wireframes and interactive prototypes that illustrate user flows and design concepts. Collaborate: Work closely with our Product Managers, Developers, and fellow Designers to create cohesive and delightful experiences. Iterate: Embrace feedback and continuously improve designs based on user insights and testing results. Stay Updated: Keep your finger on the pulse of the latest design trends and technologies, ensuring our products remain cutting-edge. Type: 3 Month Contract Day Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35) Location: Manchester/Hybrid Start: ASAP Skills -Previous experience producing UX Design for complex digital applications -Creative portfolio that showcases your innovative design solutions -Experience using modern design tools including Figma. Please apply now to be considered for this position

Full Stack Developer - Must have an Active DV Clearance - Hybrid Location: Bristol, London, Manchester or Cambridge Salary: £70,000 - £120,000 (depending on experience and clearance) We are looking for a Full Stack Developer to join a growing public sector team delivering secure, high-impact digital services across Defence & Security. This is a unique opportunity to use your development expertise to help solve real-world challenges for government and national security clients. You'll work on meaningful projects in an agile environment, applying your skills across the full software development life cycle - from design through to deployment. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering team, working alongside technical leads, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver robust and scalable solutions. What you'll be doing: Designing, developing and deploying secure, high-performing web applications for government clients Working across the full software development life cycle, from requirements through to production Building responsive user interfaces using modern Front End technologies Developing scalable Server Side functionality with appropriate frameworks and languages Creating and maintaining RESTful APIs for integration across platforms Following secure coding practices and supporting compliance with government security standards Conducting security reviews and supporting remediation of vulnerabilities Translating technical requirements into delivery plans and code Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What we're looking for: UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance Strong experience with Front End technologies such as HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript Experience with Front End frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.js Proficiency in Back End development using Node.js, Python, or Java Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases Ability to analyse and resolve complex problems in a structured way Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in cross-functional teams A flexible, adaptable mindset and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment Desirable experience: Understanding of public sector systems, processes or compliance frameworks Knowledge of accessibility and UX best practices for government applications Experience designing and maintaining well-documented REST APIs Familiarity with secure development practices and secure data handling requirements in government

Your role as Service Transition Manager will be to lead on the planning and execution of transitioning end user services, driving success through effective cooperation with various stakeholders and operational teams. Salary: up to £65,000 + discretionary bonus + excellent benefits Location: North West, UK (2-3 times a month in office) You'll be joining a multinational organisation, landing in a growing team with a truly collaborative environment and countless opportunities to grown within! Key Responsibilities: End-to-end Service Transition (Creation, design, build and run) Own the service transition activities, aligning closely with programme and operational teams to agree transition plans. Coordinate programme and operational resources to ensure readiness for a smooth handover and take-on of services. Develop and maintain trusted and effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Ideally you'll have: Active SC Clearance - lapsed would still be considered. Extensive experience in service artefact creation, build and stage gate aspects of technical transition. Proven experience of Project and Programme delivery - particularly the implementation of systems, infrastructure and services into production/live environments. Understanding of Azure/DevOps environments would be beneficial but not a must. Strong understanding of the ITIL framework and Agile methodologies. Sound interesting? Please apply directly for more detail!

Role Title: GCP Governance Manager Start Date: 8th Jan 2026 End Date: 30th June 2026 Location: Manchester (3 days onsite; 2 days remote) The client is delivering non-production and production Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Landing Zones, including an Internet Facing Environment (IFE) to host external APIs. To ensure the platform meets the clients core security requirements, is onboarded on the BAU Group Cloud Governance process and complies with the Cloud Controls Framework (CCF), a dedicated GCP Governance and Compliance Manager is required. This role will focus on mapping the clients policies and standards to the GCP Landing Zone delivery, ensuring all technical and operational controls are established, evidenced, auditable, and compliant with regulatory and internal requirements. Business Units Involved: Cloud Platforms, Chief Technology Office, Chief Security Office, Chief Information Security Office Risk, Chief Controls Office, Risk Owners, Group Cloud Governance. Role Purpose: The GCP Governance and Compliance Manager will act as the primary governance lead for the GCP Landing Zone programme, ensuring all platform components, controls, and processes are established and aligned with the clients policies, standards, and Cloud Controls Framework. The role will bridge engineering delivery and group governance process, leading on the compliance, audit readiness, and regulatory engagement throughout the programme life cycle. Key Responsibilities: . Lead the mapping of the client's internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements to the GCP Landing Zone architecture and delivery artefacts. . Maintain traceability between Bank's Cloud Controls Framework, Policies & Standards and technical implementation, ensuring all controls are established, evidenced and auditable. . Ensure automated compliance validation, drift detection, and continuous monitoring are in place and effective. . Liaise with Controls Assurance and Testing teams to support controls attestation, testing, and remediation activities. . Serve as the governance lead for the GCP Landing Zone programme, representing the Group Cloud Governance interests in all relevant forums and working groups. . Prepare and present evidence for key governance approvals (eg, ARB, GTC, CAF, CSO engagements, etc.) at each delivery milestone and ensure this is clearly documented to support the Bank's standard governance engagement model. . Lead on the regulatory engagement (eg, PRA/FCA, etc) with the aim to gather the appropriate approvals and authorisation to utilise the GCP platform, by collating and providing required documentation and artefacts, drive necessary communication and reporting. . Onboard the GCP platform on the Group Cloud Governance process, identifying potential gaps, action remediations and transition to the BAU cloud governance team. . Ensure all governance, controls, and compliance documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for internal and external audit. . Maintain up-to-date runbooks, operational readiness playbooks, and user guides for governance-related processes. . Track and report on risk management, gap remediation, and controls mapping status. . Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes, controls, and reporting in line with the clients evolving cloud strategy. . Contribute to the development and periodic enhancement of the Cloud Controls Framework and related governance artefacts where required

Senior Product Manager Pay up to £80,257, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead products that truly change lives. You'll shape strategy in our Health and Disability space, guiding multiple teams to deliver services that support millions of UK Citizens. From defining vision and roadmaps to driving user-centred design and mentoring a talented team, you'll play a key role in transforming complex services into simple, impactful solutions. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Coaching & Mentoring - You can mentor and coach product managers and teams to deliver high-quality products and services, fostering growth and confidence. User-Centred Design - You work closely with users to represent their needs in prioritisation decisions, ensuring value is delivered at the earliest opportunity. Stakeholder Management - You can influence stakeholders in challenging circumstances, diffusing conflict and building consensus to keep delivery on track. Agile Expertise - You know when agile ways of working are most appropriate and can adapt delivery approaches to suit context and complexity. Product Leadership - You actively lead products, setting clear goals and direction of travel to ensure teams succeed and outcomes align with organisational strategy. You and your role We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead the design and delivery of products that make a real difference to people's lives. This role sits within our Health and Disability area, where you'll shape product strategy to improve services for people with health conditions or disabilities. You'll work across multiple product teams, managing products at different stages of the lifecycle and ensuring outcomes align with departmental priorities. You'll define and communicate product vision, create value-driven roadmaps, and make informed decisions based on quality and impact. You'll build strong relationships across organisational boundaries, influence stakeholders, and lead transformational change in complex environments. Alongside delivery, you'll champion user-centred design principles, ensuring customer insight drives the development of digital services. As a senior leader, you'll manage and develop a team of product managers, providing coaching and mentoring to build capability and foster a high-performing culture. You'll also drive continuous improvement in product maturity, enhancing performance and delivery standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £80,257. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards. Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Digital Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Product Manager Pay up to £80,257, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead products that truly change lives. You'll shape strategy in our Health and Disability space, guiding multiple teams to deliver services that support millions of UK Citizens. From defining vision and roadmaps to driving user-centred design and mentoring a talented team, you'll play a key role in transforming complex services into simple, impactful solutions. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Coaching & Mentoring - You can mentor and coach product managers and teams to deliver high-quality products and services, fostering growth and confidence. User-Centred Design - You work closely with users to represent their needs in prioritisation decisions, ensuring value is delivered at the earliest opportunity. Stakeholder Management - You can influence stakeholders in challenging circumstances, diffusing conflict and building consensus to keep delivery on track. Agile Expertise - You know when agile ways of working are most appropriate and can adapt delivery approaches to suit context and complexity. Product Leadership - You actively lead products, setting clear goals and direction of travel to ensure teams succeed and outcomes align with organisational strategy. You and your role We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead the design and delivery of products that make a real difference to people's lives. This role sits within our Health and Disability area, where you'll shape product strategy to improve services for people with health conditions or disabilities. You'll work across multiple product teams, managing products at different stages of the lifecycle and ensuring outcomes align with departmental priorities. You'll define and communicate product vision, create value-driven roadmaps, and make informed decisions based on quality and impact. You'll build strong relationships across organisational boundaries, influence stakeholders, and lead transformational change in complex environments. Alongside delivery, you'll champion user-centred design principles, ensuring customer insight drives the development of digital services. As a senior leader, you'll manage and develop a team of product managers, providing coaching and mentoring to build capability and foster a high-performing culture. You'll also drive continuous improvement in product maturity, enhancing performance and delivery standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £80,257. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards. Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Digital Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application. JBRP1_UKTJ

Role Title: GCP Governance Manager Start Date: 8th Jan 2026 End Date: 30th June 2026 Location: Manchester (3 days onsite; 2 days remote) The client is delivering non-production and production Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Landing Zones, including an Internet Facing Environment (IFE) to host external APIs. To ensure the platform meets the clients core security requirements, is onboarded on the BAU Group Cloud Governance process and complies with the Cloud Controls Framework (CCF), a dedicated GCP Governance and Compliance Manager is required. This role will focus on mapping the clients policies and standards to the GCP Landing Zone delivery, ensuring all technical and operational controls are established, evidenced, auditable, and compliant with regulatory and internal requirements. Business Units Involved: Cloud Platforms, Chief Technology Office, Chief Security Office, Chief Information Security Office Risk, Chief Controls Office, Risk Owners, Group Cloud Governance. Role Purpose: The GCP Governance and Compliance Manager will act as the primary governance lead for the GCP Landing Zone programme, ensuring all platform components, controls, and processes are established and aligned with the clients policies, standards, and Cloud Controls Framework. The role will bridge engineering delivery and group governance process, leading on the compliance, audit readiness, and regulatory engagement throughout the programme lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead the mapping of the client's internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements to the GCP Landing Zone architecture and delivery artefacts. Maintain traceability between Bank's Cloud Controls Framework, Policies & Standards and technical implementation, ensuring all controls are established, evidenced and auditable. Ensure automated compliance validation, drift detection, and continuous monitoring are in place and effective. Liaise with Controls Assurance and Testing teams to support controls attestation, testing, and remediation activities. Serve as the governance lead for the GCP Landing Zone programme, representing the Group Cloud Governance interests in all relevant forums and working groups. Prepare and present evidence for key governance approvals (e.g., ARB, GTC, CAF, CSO engagements, etc.) at each delivery milestone and ensure this is clearly documented to support the Bank's standard governance engagement model. Lead on the regulatory engagement (e.g., PRA/FCA, etc) with the aim to gather the appropriate approvals and authorisation to utilise the GCP platform, by collating and providing required documentation and artefacts, drive necessary communication and reporting. Onboard the GCP platform on the Group Cloud Governance process, identifying potential gaps, action remediations and transition to the BAU cloud governance team. Ensure all governance, controls, and compliance documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for internal and external audit. Maintain up-to-date runbooks, operational readiness playbooks, and user guides for governance-related processes. Track and report on risk management, gap remediation, and controls mapping status. Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes, controls, and reporting in line with the clients evolving cloud strategy. Contribute to the development and periodic enhancement of the Cloud Controls Framework and related governance artefacts where required

Business Development Manager South Manchester (Hybrid) £55,000 base + £75,000 OTE Introduction Time Recruitment is supporting a growing specialist insurer in their search for a driven Business Development Manager . This is a standout opportunity to join a business that's expanding its footprint across niche motor markets and strengthening its Broker distribution strategy. Role Overview If you're commercially minded, confident in the Broker space, and excited by the idea of shaping growth, this role offers the autonomy and visibility you'll enjoy. As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing long-term Broker partnerships and helping the business bring new products and propositions to life. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Develop and nurture strong Broker relationships, identifying opportunities to expand market reach Lead commercial discussions and secure agreements that meet regulatory expectations and deliver fair value Analyse performance, spot trends, and recommend strategies to drive profitable growth Collaborate with underwriting, compliance, product, and marketing teams to shape and launch new offerings Support the rollout of distribution plans that align with customer needs and business objectives Represent the company at industry events, strengthening brand presence and market awareness What Makes This Role Attractive You'll be joining a business that genuinely values collaboration and encourages people to bring ideas to the table. Expect a culture that blends flexibility with ambition. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include: Hybrid working with a balanced approach to office and home 25 days holiday plus your birthday off, with extra rewards for long service Clear development pathways and support for career progression Bonus opportunities and regular team events An inclusive, forward-thinking environment focused on delivering strong customer outcomes Requirements We're looking for someone who can combine commercial thinking with strong relationship-building skills. To be successful in this role, you will need: Proven experience in business development within insurance or financial services Strong understanding of Broker distribution and regulatory expectations (including Consumer Duty) Confidence in negotiating and managing long-term partnerships The ability to interpret data, assess opportunities, and influence decision-making Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset Nice to Have In addition, it would be beneficial to have: Experience in motor, taxi, or specialist insurance lines Interest in digital distribution or insurtech solutions If you're ready to take on a role where you can genuinely influence growth and build meaningful Broker partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Your new company Working with an organisation that is focussed on making business connectivity as simple as possible. Well established with over 20 years in this market, they've built a resilient, forward-thinking business that puts customers first, powered by the incredible people who make it all happen.They are currently on a growth journey, and are now looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Project Manager to help steer their biggest projects - driving integrations, transformations, and change that shape the future of this organisation. Your new role As the Senior Project Manager, you will Own it end-to-end:Take full control of projects, ensuring projects run on time, on budget, and deliver results. Collaborate across the business: Manage multiple workstreams while partnering with teams in IT, Operations, Finance, HR, and Product. Keep everyone aligned:Run check-ins, manage dependencies, and remove blockers, so projects flow smoothly. Lead the change:Champion cultural alignment and system adoption using frameworks like ADKAR or Prosci so everything (and everyone) moves forward together. Stay on top of risks and compliance: Spot issues early, keep projects compliant with GDPR and other regulations, and ensure no detail slips through the cracks. Make data your friend:Use (url removed), Excel, Power BI and other tools to track progress, report clearly and tell the project's story. Methodology expertise & drive for excellence:Plan, structure, and deliver complex projects using recognised methodologies (PRINCE2, Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid). Communicate and influence:Present confidently to senior stakeholders and keep everyone informed and engaged. What you'll need to succeed At least 5 years leading complex, cross-functional projects. Experience in IT or telecoms, ideally with business integrations, system upgrades or major organisational change. Proven track record of delivering integration projects involving people, processes, systems, data and customers. Knowledge of systems consolidation and data migration including CRM, ERP/Finance, billing, or HR platforms. Strong governance and reporting skills - you're comfortable running RAID logs, benefits trackers, budgets, and SteerCo packs. A PM qualification (PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, or PMP advantageous). Confidence using tools like MS Project, (url removed), Asana, or similar. Ability to pass BPSS and other clearance checks. What you'll get in return Salary: 65K- 85K Time off: 33 days, including bank holidays. Benefits: Private Medical, enhanced Pension, Income Protection & Life Assurance. Flexibility: Flexible core hours and hybrid working 3 days a week in the Solihull or Manchester office. Perks: Dog-friendly office What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Bid Writer / Business Development Manager Hybrid / Greater Manchester Up to £55,000 Full-time, Permanent The Role: A key opportunity to lead and deliver high-quality bids across major public sector markets. The role focuses on managing written submissions, shaping compelling proposals and coordinating activity across internal teams to produce clear, compliant and competitive responses. You must have significant experience managing and writing bids for Employment, Justice, Health and Business Support contracts. This role requires strong bid writing capability, excellent coordination skills and the confidence to guide colleagues through storyboarding, drafting and review processes. Duties: Lead the production of high-quality bid responses that achieve strong scoring outcomes. Manage EOIs, SQs, ITTs and proposals within tight deadlines. Lead storyboarding and draft responses aligned to specifications and scoring criteria. Work with business units, solution design, supply chain and finance to shape submissions. Provide challenge and feedback to improve the quality of written responses. Oversee bid activity through all stages, ensuring high standards and compliance. Support presentations, supplier meetings and early engagement activity. Maintain and improve bid documentation, templates and best practice resources. Monitor market intelligence to identify upcoming opportunities. Required Skills: Proven experience managing and writing bids for Employment, Justice, Health and Business Support. Strong written communication and editing skills. Confident leading storyboarding, drafting and review processes. Able to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines. Skilled in working with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple teams. Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail. Good understanding of public sector procurement and tendering portals. Proficient in Microsoft Office. If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.

Tech Stack: Selenium, Cypress, Postman, Jenkins, JavaScript/Python We don't just want someone who can find bugs. We want someone who can hunt them-before they even exist. As a QA Tester with a focus on automation, you'll be instrumental in keeping our releases rock-solid. You'll partner with devs and product managers to ensure every feature is testable, traceable, and bulletproof. What you'll do: Design and implement automated tests for UI and backend Maintain regression test suites and expand test coverage Collaborate on test plans, acceptance criteria, and release readiness Build tools that make testing faster, smarter, and more effective What you bring: 4+ years in QA/testing roles, with strong automation experience Familiar with Selenium, Cypress, or other test frameworks Experience with REST API testing using tools like Postman Detail-obsessed and comfortable in agile environments Nice-to-haves: Basic scripting or coding knowledge Familiarity with performance or security testing 41268MSR3 INDMANS

Our client is an expanding design business that has recently won several new long term contracts. On the back of this, we're recruiting a Systems Engineer with a complex engineering projects background to be responsible for full system life cycles from defining customer requirements, developing System Specifications, identifying and demonstrating relevant industry standards through to reliability, availability, and maintenance, safety and system disposal. You'll be given the autonomy to progress projects as you see fit managing through a matrix system several design engineers. To suit this role you need to have experience in a tightly regulated industry with exacting regulatory standards (aviation, rail, defence, nuclear, etc.) Systems Engineer - Responsibilities and Stakeholders - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace Sales and Business Development (and Customer) - to correctly and fully define customer requirements and expectations. Project Management - to provide accurate and timely information to support PM activities. Software Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the software elements of a system. Hardware Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the hardware elements of a system. Systems Lead Engineer - to take direction from and provide support to Systems Lead to provide full and timely information as required. System Team to work as part of a larger team in progressing projects, assessing information, receiving guidance and providing constructive feedback to junior members. Product Safety Team - to ensure that Product Safety (and hence Product Acceptance) requirements are fully understood and integrated into requirements, costs and plans. Operations Team - to ensure suitable two-way communication with Ops Team to establish cost estimates, manufacturing processes and other relevant requirements to accurately define the System. Systems Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace An engineering qualification. Experience in a project management or systems engineering role within a highly regulated industry (rail; automotive; defence; aerospace; nuclear). An ability to take a top-down approach to systems design taking account of various methodologies. Inter-personal skills, in particular, the ability to work with staff and customers at all levels and generate positive, open relationships. Systems Engineer, Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace If this role could appeal please do apply now!

Business Development Manager Louvers Job Title: Business Development Manager Louvers Industry Sector: Louvers, Architectural Louvers, Windows, Window Ventilation, Window & Doors, Aluminium Fabricators, Fabricators, Ventilation Products, Ventilation Systems, Building Contractors, Architects, Installers, Area Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Building Products Area to be covered: Midlands & North Remuneration: £50,000 - £55,000 + uncapped commission Benefits: full expensed company car + comprehensive benefits package The role of the Business Development Manager Louvers will involve: Field sales position selling a high quality manufactured range of window ventilation systems Majority of your time will be spent selling into building contractors New role therefore turnover target will be based on experience Majority of your time will be focused on generating new business relationships Dealing with typical projects of around £5k-£50k Projects could include high rise residential, apartment blocks, hotels etc The ideal applicant will be an Business Development Manager Louvers with: Must have commercial sales experience in the louvers industry Must have strong technical knowledge and capabilities Genuine hunger and desire to achieve Results orientated, energetic Mitchell Maguire is a specialist Construction Field Sales Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively with Construction Field Sales Jobs, Construction field sales vacancies and Specification field sales positions within: Louvers, Architectural Louvers, Windows, Window Ventilation, Window & Doors, Aluminium Fabricators, Fabricators, Ventilation Products, Ventilation Systems, Building Contractors, Architects, Installers, Area Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Building Products JBRP1_UKTJ

Business Development Manager - New Business Location: Hybrid - Mancheser office with one day working from home OTE: £70,000 (Base + Uncapped Commission) Our Client: Team Teach Team Teach is a global, market-leading training organisation with over 20 years of experience transforming approaches to behaviour across the Education and Health & Social Care sectors. Our Behaviour Support & De-escalation Training and digital learning suite support more than 13,000 organisations to improve outcomes for staff and the people they support. About the Role As part of our next phase of growth, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic New Business Development Manager to focus exclusively on acquiring new schools, trusts, and relevant education and care settings. You will be responsible for generating, managing, and converting new business opportunities across our core portfolio-including Behaviour Support Training and our digital courses such as Family Engagement Training and Behaviour and the Brain. This role is ideal for a proactive, target-driven professional with a passion for consultative selling and relationship development within the education and care sectors. Key Responsibilities Drive new business acquisition, engaging with schools, MATs, local authorities, and relevant care settings. Run the full sales cycle-from identification and outreach through to close and onboarding. Use a targeted dataset and your own initiative to generate high-quality leads. Deliver insight-led, consultative conversations to uncover needs and position Team Teach solutions effectively. Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasting, and CRM activity via HubSpot to agreed SLAs. Identify opportunities for Team Teach to speak, host workshops, or exhibit at sector conferences. Collaborate closely with Customer Success, Marketing, and Product teams to align on messaging, client needs, and growth opportunities. Complete all Team Teach courses to develop strong product and sector expertise. About You You thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment and are motivated by winning new business and building early-stage relationships. You combine a consultative approach with resilience, focus, and the ability to manage multiple opportunities at different stages of the pipeline. Skills & Experience Essential Demonstrable success in a business development or sales role, ideally with full-cycle ownership. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders. Proven ability to meet and exceed revenue targets. Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail. Experience managing pipelines and using CRM systems effectively. Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable operating in a target-led environment. Competent with Microsoft Office Willingness to travel for conferences and client meetings. Desirable Experience selling into education, health, social care, EdTech, or training sectors. Previous experience working with HubSpot Analytical mindset with the ability to report clearly on activity and outcomes. Experience working cross-functionally with Customer Success or Marketing teams. What We Offer Significant opportunity to drive new business growth at a market-leading organisation. A strong data-led approach and supportive team environment. Full training and clear development pathways. Opportunities to make a meaningful impact across sectors. Benefits Competitive base salary aligned to a £70k OTE with uncapped commission. 30 days' holiday plus your birthday off. Hybrid working. Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities.