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Cyber Security Sales Lead Department: Sales & Solutions Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Hybrid Description We're looking for a Cyber Security Sales Solution Lead who will be the commercial face of our security practice - turning Wanstor's security capability into compelling propositions, winning bids, and confident customer conversations. The role partners with Account Managers across the full sales cycle, leads presales engagements, and owns the development of our security propositions, services and go-to-market story. What You'll Do Partner closely with Sales to lead the presales and customer engagement process for security opportunities, acting as the technical and commercial security lead throughout the sales cycle. Develop and evolve Wanstor's security propositions, creating productised services, pricing models, sales collateral, and go-to-market offerings aligned to customer needs and market trends. Lead customer discovery sessions and workshops, translating complex security challenges into clear business outcomes and commercially viable solutions. Support and enable Account Managers through coaching, training, and hands on collaboration to grow security opportunities across the wider Wanstor portfolio. Own the security content within proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and statements of work, ensuring solutions are deliverable, competitive, and commercially strong. Build strong relationships with vendor partners such as Microsoft to align on incentives, funding opportunities, and joint go to market activity. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and the evolving threat landscape to continuously improve Wanstor's security propositions, sales approach, and differentiation. What You'll Need Proven experience driving security sales growth in a presales, proposition, or commercially focused security role, ideally within an MSP, consultancy, or vendor environment. Strong commercial awareness, with confidence discussing pricing, deal economics, and how proposition strategy translates into pipeline growth and revenue. Ability to build trusted relationships with Sales teams, coaching and enabling Account Managers while acting as the lead security voice with customers. Technical credibility across the Microsoft security ecosystem, including Defender, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, Sentinel, and Purview, alongside broader cyber security domains. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, deliver compelling proposals, and simplify complex security concepts into business value. Experience shaping and evolving security propositions, including decisions around service development, vendor partnerships, and go to market strategy. What You'll Love Generous Time Off: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus Bank Holidays. Continuous Learning: Participate in regular lunch and learn sessions with both internal and external speakers. Personal Development: Take advantage of 5 paid days annually to pursue new skills or knowledge. Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to your community with 2 paid volunteer days each year. Team Spirit: Join a friendly team and engage in various social events organised throughout the year.

Cyber Security Sales Lead Department: Sales & Solutions Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Hybrid Description We're looking for a Cyber Security Sales Solution Lead who will be the commercial face of our security practice - turning Wanstor's security capability into compelling propositions, winning bids, and confident customer conversations. The role partners with Account Managers across the full sales cycle, leads presales engagements, and owns the development of our security propositions, services and go-to-market story. What You'll Do Partner closely with Sales to lead the presales and customer engagement process for security opportunities, acting as the technical and commercial security lead throughout the sales cycle. Develop and evolve Wanstor's security propositions, creating productised services, pricing models, sales collateral, and go-to-market offerings aligned to customer needs and market trends. Lead customer discovery sessions and workshops, translating complex security challenges into clear business outcomes and commercially viable solutions. Support and enable Account Managers through coaching, training, and hands on collaboration to grow security opportunities across the wider Wanstor portfolio. Own the security content within proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and statements of work, ensuring solutions are deliverable, competitive, and commercially strong. Build strong relationships with vendor partners such as Microsoft to align on incentives, funding opportunities, and joint go to market activity. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and the evolving threat landscape to continuously improve Wanstor's security propositions, sales approach, and differentiation. What You'll Need Proven experience driving security sales growth in a presales, proposition, or commercially focused security role, ideally within an MSP, consultancy, or vendor environment. Strong commercial awareness, with confidence discussing pricing, deal economics, and how proposition strategy translates into pipeline growth and revenue. Ability to build trusted relationships with Sales teams, coaching and enabling Account Managers while acting as the lead security voice with customers. Technical credibility across the Microsoft security ecosystem, including Defender, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, Sentinel, and Purview, alongside broader cyber security domains. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, deliver compelling proposals, and simplify complex security concepts into business value. Experience shaping and evolving security propositions, including decisions around service development, vendor partnerships, and go to market strategy. What You'll Love Generous Time Off: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus Bank Holidays. Continuous Learning: Participate in regular lunch and learn sessions with both internal and external speakers. Personal Development: Take advantage of 5 paid days annually to pursue new skills or knowledge. Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to your community with 2 paid volunteer days each year. Team Spirit: Join a friendly team and engage in various social events organised throughout the year.

Do you have experience of managing applications and platforms? Do you have experience of managing Microsoft 365 applications with strong SharePoint & Purview skills? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Systems to manage the ongoing operation, efficiencies, implementations, and upgrades of a digital estate of applications for a respected, modern, & established social enterprise in the midst of a digital transformation and service improvement programme. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the end-to-end ownership and improvement of the organisation's application estate and any associated integrations. You will act as product owner and manage the application roadmap, continuous improvement and upgrades, whilst promoting usability, adoption and value. Further day-to-day activities will include project managing implementations and upgrades; stakeholder management and reporting; third-party supplier management; product roadmap creation and maintenance; project management; support service provision; maintenance of super user network; data integrity and security; and the production of systems documentation and training. You will act as the subject matter expert on Purview & SharePoint. Essential Experience working in a Business Systems Manager, Platform Manager Applications Manager, Platform Team Lead, Senior Platform Support, or Modern Workplace Lead capacity. Strong experience of application lifecycle management across an estate of SaaS and hybrid applications. Strong Microsoft 365 applications and services experience in an organisational setting. Hands on experience implementing and managing Microsoft Purview & SharePoint Online. Project Management/Lead experience. Mentoring or Leading teams, line management, and/or performance management and motivation. Strong supplier management capabilities. Desirable Relevant certification, such as Microsoft, vendor-specific, PRINCE2, ITIL, etc Experience of working with core business enterprise systems with Finance, CRM, HR & Payroll, etc Experience working on projects to install or upgrade commercial SaaS software applications (implementation/upgrade, build, configuration, UAT/testing, UX, training, support) and on service improvements. Azure Power Apps As an individual you will be analytical with excellent problem-solving skills. You will be a strong communicator both verbally and in presentation with a strong focus on customer service. Alongside a competitive salary you will receive an impressive benefits package that includes a strong contributory pension, healthcare flexible working, generous leave entitlement and professional development. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with two days per week in the office in the Northwest, with the rest of the time working from home. If this role describes you, then please apply without delay for the opportunity to continue your career with a driven yet friendly organisation embarking on a period of system enhancements designed to provide a better service to customers. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website. JBRP1_UKTJ

The role Primary role to provide Senior Data Business Analyst deliverables to the data team by identifying, analysing, and documenting data-related requirements across projects and BAU activities. This includes working closely with the Data Architect, Data Analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are clearly defined, understood, and delivered effectively. Analyse and validate requirements with stakeholders, eliminating ambiguity and ensuring alignment with business objectives and data standards. Support the definition of testing criteria and validation approaches to ensure data solutions meet requirements. Responsibilities Map "as is" and "to be" processes, with a focus on data flows, data usage, and reporting outputs Ensure proposed solutions are efficient, scalable, and aligned with agreed data architecture standards and process management standards Work in conjunction with the business, Data Architect, Data Analysts, and Project Manager to document data and reporting requirements Translate business needs into clear functional specifications, data definitions, and business rules Support and assist with the production of project documentation, including requirements, process flows, and data mappings Support the prioritisation and delivery of data changes. Run requirements workshops with internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers where required Maintain documentation in accordance with the firm's project methodology, data governance standards and process management standards Liaise with stakeholders to ensure they understand the benefits, limitations, and impacts of data and reporting changes Ensure appropriate communication to users regarding data changes and how they affect downstream processes and reporting Work with the business and Learning & Development to support user documentation, definitions, and training where required Ensure appropriate handover of data solutions into BAU support, including documentation and agreed ownership Assist with the development of UAT documentation, test scenarios, and tracking of outcomes Validate outputs from data processes, reports, and dashboards against documented requirements Support data quality initiatives, including identification and resolution of inconsistencies or gaps Contribute to the development and maintenance of data definitions, standards, and governance practices You Experienced practitioner with relevant qualifications. Likely to have a relevant degree or equivalent and may be a part qualified or qualified professional within a discipline or have equivalent experience in a data or analytical environment Experience working as a Business Analyst, ideally within a data, reporting, or analytics-focused team Experience of interpreting business requirements and translating them into data and technical specifications Experience working with data teams, including Data Architects, Data Analysts, or Data Engineers Strong understanding of data concepts, including data structures, data flows, and data quality considerations Experience of supervising colleagues, providing guidance, and ensuring adherence to agreed standards Ability to analyse and interpret complex information and understand impacts across systems, data, and reporting Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build credible relationships across the firm Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences Comfortable facilitating workshops and presenting complex information in a clear and structured way High levels of attention to detail, particularly around data definitions and requirements accuracy Team-focused mentality, working collaboratively to deliver successful outcomes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to use judgement and experience to resolve issues and escape where appropriate Motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities Exposure to Power BI, SQL, Fabric, Purview and other enterprise data tools would be beneficial

Technical Architect (Microsoft 365/Azure) Department: Architecture Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Hybrid Description Hello. Welcome to Wanstor! At Wanstor, we've been delivering award-winning IT solutions for over 22 years, and we're proud to keep growing year after year. Today, our team is over 200 strong, filled with talented professionals passionate about technology. Wanstor stands at the forefront of the industry with a full portfolio of high-quality services. From our award-winning managed services to our robust data and development capabilities, networking and infrastructure expertise, and unparalleled security solutions, Wanstor is renowned in the market for excellence. Our strong customer references provide a solid foundation for your success. If you're looking for a place where your skills can thrive and grow, you'll feel right at home here! We're looking for a Senior Technical Architect to join our fantastic team. You will be responsible for driving the architecture, design, and successful delivery of Microsoft 365 and Azure based Modern Work and Security solutions, with emphasis on Defender, Purview, Sentinel, Intune, and Conditional Access. Additionally, you will champion AI and Microsoft Copilot adoption, integration, and value realisation across enterprise scenarios. What You'll Do Lead solution architecture and delivery across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, focusing on productivity, compliance, and tenant security services such as Defender, Conditional Access and Intune Support the Sales team on complex solution design and act as the SME for M365 questions and solutions Work hands-on supporting configuration, automation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful delivery of customer projects. Provide technical leadership to delivery teams, guiding engineers and consultants through implementation challenges and helping projects stay on track. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure technical decisions align with project goals, governance standards, and customer requirements. Step into complex or escalated scenarios, such as tenant migrations or integrations, providing clear direction and technical confidence to both internal teams and customers. Coach and mentor more junior engineers, helping them progress delivery work and adopt best practices. Contribute to continuous improvement across architecture standards, documentation, and delivery processes. Engage directly with customers when needed, explaining technical concepts clearly and confidently. Develop and maintain technical artefacts such as architecture diagrams, deployment runbooks, and operational handover materials. What You'll Need Proven experience delivering Microsoft 365 and Azure solutions across security, compliance, and identity domains. Strong hands-on skills in configuration, scripting, and automation within the Microsoft ecosystem. Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges, particularly in multi-tenant or hybrid environments. Experience guiding delivery teams, supporting project recovery, and driving technical outcomes under pressure. Clear communication skills - able to engage confidently with customers and internal teams when required. Familiarity with Microsoft Modern Work solutions, licensing models, and CSP operational processes. A collaborative, problem-solving mindset with a commitment to high-quality delivery and continuous improvement. Curiosity and enthusiasm for the Microsoft platform, staying current with evolving technologies such as AI and best practices. Desirable Certifications Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Copilot for Microsoft 365 (or equivalent Copilot enablement credentials) Other relevant certifications such as SC-200/SC-300/SC-400 or AZ-305 remain advantageous. What You'll Love Generous Time Off: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus Bank Holidays. Continuous Learning: Participate in regular lunch and learn sessions with both internal and external speakers. Personal Development: Take advantage of 5 paid days annually to pursue new skills or knowledge. Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to your community with 2 paid volunteer days each year. Team Spirit: Join a friendly team and engage in various social events organised throughout the year.

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week) Employment Type: Permanent, full time Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again. For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Data Governance & Management Manager means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey. Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change. This is the job This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a visible impact in a business where data is central to decision making, customer outcomes, risk management and operational performance. You'll help lead the rollout and maturity of our Data Governance Framework, working closely with business stakeholders, data teams, privacy, information security and risk colleagues to improve the quality, transparency and value of our core data assets. You'll be joining a small, collaborative Data Governance team, so this role will suit someone who is comfortable operating at both strategic and hands on levels. You'll lead governance activity, manage priorities, support the development of standards and processes, and act as a trusted point of escalation for data governance, data quality and data protection matters. You'll work with the Head of Data Governance and Management to continue the rollout and evolution of The AA's Data Governance Framework, including associated tools, processes and maturity roadmap. The role is responsible for improving transparency and quality across governed data, including definitions, ownership, lineage, RACI, quality scoring and business cases for fixing data quality issues at source. What will I be doing? Lead the rollout and ongoing maturity of The AA's Data Governance Framework, including associated tools, processes and roadmap. Work with business stakeholders and Data Team colleagues to define, capture and publish data definitions, KPI definitions, ownership, RACI, lineage and data quality measures. Drive improvements in the quality, transparency and value of core data assets, including identifying business cases to resolve data quality issues at source. Manage data governance forums, stakeholder meetings and change requests, ensuring priorities are clear and actions are delivered. Partner with Data Privacy, Information Security, Risk and Compliance teams to ensure governance activity supports regulatory, security and internal control requirements. Lead, coach and support the Data Governance team, while deputising for the Head of Data Governance and Management when required. What do I need? Strong practical experience in data governance, either in a senior governance role or with the capability to step into a first leadership position. Hands on experience with Microsoft Purview or a similar data governance tool, including business glossary or catalogue, lineage and data quality. Solid understanding of data concepts such as data warehousing, business intelligence, analytics, data ownership, data definitions, lineage, quality and retention. Working knowledge of regulations and governance requirements relating to data held by financial services organisations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to chair forums, influence senior stakeholders and explain complex data topics clearly. Strong planning, problem solving and delivery skills, with experience coaching, mentoring or managing others. Additional information We're always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you'll have access to a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more Company funded life assurance Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family Plus, so much more! We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.

The Data Analytics Manager - Internal Audit is a critical, hands-on role within Group Internal Audit (GIA), created to strengthen the function's data capability and enhance the value delivered across audits. This role plays a central part in ensuring audits are underpinned by robust data analysis and insight. Working closely with the GIA team, you will extract, analyse and visualise data from multiple sources to assess risks, evaluate controls, and produce more meaningful, insight-driven audit outcomes. You will deliver clear, evidence-based analysis, build dashboards and MI to support decision-making, and help communicate findings to stakeholders. The role also supports the adoption of advanced analytics, including automation, machine learning and AI, to continuously improve audit effectiveness. All activities are carried out in line with audit methodology, best practice and professional standards. About Just We help people achieve a better later life. That's our purpose and it's the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do. This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK's most loved retirement expert. Key Accountabilities Act as a subject matter expert in data analytics, including data modelling, SQL, Power BI, Purview, and related technologies; apply Python/R to automate analysis and enhance audit capability. Deliver data analytics support to Internal Audit, generating actionable insights on risk and controls from diverse data sources. Contribute to the delivery of GIA strategy through data-driven solutions and innovation. Drive continuous improvement by adopting new technologies and developing analytics capabilities. Design and deliver dashboards and management information (MI), introducing opportunities for automation and efficiency. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business. Ensure effective data governance and manage multiple analytics projects in a fast-paced environment. Align all activities with audit methodology, best practice, and professional standards. Examples of Key Activities Administer and maintain TM+ for Internal Audit, ensuring alignment with audit processes. Develop and maintain dashboards, visualisations, and MI to support audit outcomes and operational metrics. Collaborate with audit teams to understand requirements and deliver relevant data solutions. Source, transform, and analyse data from multiple systems; perform data profiling, quality assessments, and exploratory analysis. Identify trends, anomalies, and risk indicators through advanced analytics and SQL-based investigation. Promote and support the use of AI, including GenAI and LLMs, to enhance audit efficiency and insight generation. Identify and implement opportunities to improve or automate audit processes; document methodologies to ensure transparency. Engage with stakeholders, provide updates, support ad hoc requests, and contribute to audit engagements and team activities. What we're looking for Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) Preferred certifications: CISA, CPA, CIA, Security+, CISSP, or CISM Proven experience in data analytics within audit, risk, or consulting environments. Strong technical skills in SQL, Python and/or R, and data visualisation tools such as Power BI (or similar). Hands on experience with data platforms (e.g. Azure Fabric, Power BI, SQL) and working with large, complex datasets. Experience developing dashboards and visualisations to communicate insights clearly and effectively. Understanding of data governance, data quality, and metadata management practices. Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and enterprise data environments. Knowledge of AI, machine learning, or automation use cases in analytics, audit, or risk contexts. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present data-driven insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Our behaviours At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. What's in it for you A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday Private medical cover and income protection, just in case A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just. We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.

Cyber Security Presales Consultant Department: Sales & Solutions Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Hybrid Compensation: £75,000 - £85,000 / year Description We're looking for a Cyber Security Presales Consultant who will be the commercial face of our security practice - turning Wanstor's security capability into compelling propositions, winning bids, and confident customer conversations. The role partners with Account Managers across the full sales cycle, leads presales engagements, and owns the development of our security propositions, services and go-to-market story. What You'll Do Partner closely with Sales to lead the presales and customer engagement process for security opportunities, acting as the technical and commercial security lead throughout the sales cycle. Develop and evolve Wanstor's security propositions, creating productised services, pricing models, sales collateral, and go to market offerings aligned to customer needs and market trends. Lead customer discovery sessions and workshops, translating complex security challenges into clear business outcomes and commercially viable solutions. Support and enable Account Managers through coaching, training, and hands on collaboration to grow security opportunities across the wider Wanstor portfolio. Own the security content within proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and statements of work, ensuring solutions are deliverable, competitive, and commercially strong. Build strong relationships with vendor partners such as Microsoft to align on incentives, funding opportunities, and joint go to market activity. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and the evolving threat landscape to continuously improve Wanstor's security propositions, sales approach, and differentiation. What You'll Need Proven experience driving security sales growth in a presales, proposition, or commercially focused security role, ideally within an MSP, consultancy, or vendor environment. Strong commercial awareness, with confidence discussing pricing, deal economics, and how proposition strategy translates into pipeline growth and revenue. Ability to build trusted relationships with Sales teams, coaching and enabling Account Managers while acting as the lead security voice with customers. Technical credibility across the Microsoft security ecosystem, including Defender, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, Sentinel, and Purview, alongside broader cyber security domains. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, deliver compelling proposals, and simplify complex security concepts into business value. Experience shaping and evolving security propositions, including decisions around service development, vendor partnerships, and go to market strategy. What You'll Love Generous Time Off: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus Bank Holidays. Continuous Learning: Participate in regular lunch and learn sessions with both internal and external speakers. Personal Development: Take advantage of 5 paid days annually to pursue new skills or knowledge. Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to your community with 2 paid volunteer days each year. Team Spirit: Join a friendly team and engage in various social events organised throughout the year.

About the Role We're seeking a Senior Data Engineer to transform our analytics infrastructure from monolithic SQL/PostgreSQL systems into a modern Azure-based data platform with DevOps at its core. This permanent position focuses on building an automated, self-service architecture designed for continuous evolution. You'll bring 5+ years of data engineering experience with proven expertise in implementing enterprise-scale data platforms and DevOps methodologies. You'll architect solutions using modern patterns, establish automated data pipelines with CI/CD practices, implement infrastructure-as-code, and mentor our team while building systems that adapt to emerging technologies. We need someone who prioritises maintainable, scalable, and adaptable systems. We're committed to Azure but flexible on specific products - we value pragmatic solutions based on actual needs. Structure & Expectations Reports to: Product organisation - you'll work closely with product teams to align data capabilities with business objectives Location: London office 3 days per week, flexible remote work the rest of the time Team: You'll be the senior technical lead and engineer for data platform initiatives, working with business analysts, engineers, and product stakeholders Timeline: Initial focus on migration (6 months), then platform evolution, DevOps maturity, and capability expansion Core Technical Requirements Azure Data Platform Architecture Microsoft Azure data stack expertise: ADF, Delta Lake, ADLS Gen2, Synapse, Databricks (with flexibility to integrate non-Microsoft solutions) Experience with PostgreSQL and SQL Server, including data replication/integration patterns for migration Dimensional and relational data modeling expertise Medallion architecture implementation (bronze silver gold) Data Engineering & Pipelines Proficiency in Python and SQL for ELT/ETL pipelines Batch, streaming, and micro-batching architectures CDC patterns and incremental load strategies at scale Experience with Delta Change Data Feed or equivalent real-time sync mechanisms Experience building ingestion pipelines from diverse external APIs (CRM, analytics, finance, observability tools) into a unified lakehouse DevOps & Infrastructure Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) CI/CD with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Test automation for data pipelines (unit, integration, regression) Azure networking and security best practices Container orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS) experience beneficial Event-driven architectures and API integration patterns Monitoring and alerting with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics Performance tuning and cost optimisation Git version control proficiency Governance, Compliance & Security Strong understanding of information security requirements Experience with Microsoft Purview or similar governance frameworks GDPR/data protection implementation, including the right-to-be-forgotten RBAC, encryption strategies, and audit logging Data lineage and quality enforcement Non-Technical Requirements Communication & Documentation Strong technical writing - please provide examples Clear presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences Experience creating architecture diagrams, data flows, and runbooks Leadership Track record of training and upskilling teams Experience with structured project planning: from high-level initiatives through quarterly planning to executable tasks Comfort working with product managers and translating between technical and business contexts What You'll Do Architect a modern data platform with DevOps principles for long-term business evolution Establish automated engineering best practices for data, governance, and operations Build robust batch and real-time processing pipelines (integrating web application data with analytics sources and external APIs) Create comprehensive documentation and training materials Translate business requirements into maintainable technical solutions Mentor team members and drive continuous improvement Why This Matters You'll establish the foundation for our data platform's next decade. This platform will power our next generation of internal and customer products while empowering our business with real-time insights for faster, smarter decisions.

Job Title: Infrastructure and Workplace Manager Reports To: CTO Location: requires 5 days per week in our Newcastle upon Tyne office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Summary The Infrastructure & Workplace Manager is a key member of the Technology and Change leadership group. The role is responsible for the reliable operation, security and continuous improvement of mainly cloud-based infrastructure, telephony and workplace technologies across the business. Working within a modern cloud-first environment, you will ensure that the platforms and tools underpinning the day-to-day work of your 200 colleagues - the majority of which operate within a fast-paced call centre - are secure, productive and well supported. You will lead a small team, directing their work to deliver an effective internal helpdesk service and maintain the highest standards of platform security and governance. The role sits across infrastructure, security, and end-user support, requiring both technical depth and the people management skills to develop a high-performing team. As the business operates with limited on-premise infrastructure, all critical services are delivered from the cloud. You will own the security posture of hosting and cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure and AWS), working collaboratively with the Data & Insights Manager and the Application Development Manager whose teams use those platforms, and will serve as the primary escalation point and technology partner for workplace and infrastructure matters across the business. Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of Infrastructure Engineer and Support Analysts, providing clear direction, regular one-to-ones, and ongoing development by identify training needs and growth opportunities. Set team priorities, manage workloads, and ensure the team operates effectively across both reactive helpdesk support and proactive infrastructure tasks. Foster a collaborative, customer-focused team culture with high standards of communication and service delivery. Collaborate with other leaders in the Technology and Change area to define and deliver our technology roadmap. Act as the technical and managerial escalation point for the team, providing guidance on complex issues and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Own the internal helpdesk service end-to-end, ensuring incidents and service requests are triaged promptly and routed appropriately - either resolved by the Infrastructure & Workplace team or passed to the Application Development or Data & Insights teams as required. Define, implement, and monitor helpdesk SLAs, using performance data to drive continuous improvement i Develop and maintain a knowledge base of common issues and resolutions to improve first-contact resolution rates and reduce repeat incidents. Oversee the full lifecycle of all end-user devices (including mobile) across the business, including Windows workstations and Apple MacBooks, from procurement and configuration through to decommissioning. Manage device provisioning and configuration using Microsoft Autopilot and Intune, ensuring all devices are enrolled, patched, and policy-compliant. Administer the Microsoft 365 environment, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and related productivity services, ensuring availability and appropriate configuration. Manage identity, access, and network security through Microsoft Entra, ensuring robust access controls, conditional access policies, and secure authentication are in place across the organisation. Administer Microsoft Purview to support data governance, compliance, and information protection requirements, working with relevant stakeholders to ensure policies are appropriate and enforced. Manage the onboarding and offboarding process from a technology perspective, ensuring timely and accurate provisioning and de-provisioning of access and equipment. Collaborate closely with the Data & Insights Manager and Application Development Manager to ensure consistent security standards, smooth cross-team escalation, and aligned IT governance. Implement and maintain cloud security best practices across Azure and AWS, including identity and access management (IAM), role-based access controls (RBAC), network security groups, logging, alerting, and patch management. Conduct regular security reviews and vulnerability assessments across cloud platforms and SaaS solutions, ensuring timely identification and remediation of risks. Monitor security events and alerts, leading the response to security incidents and maintaining a clear audit trail. Ensure the organisation's cloud and SaaS platforms remain compliant with UK GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and other applicable frameworks and regulatory requirements. Act as the IT owner for the NICE CXone (mPower) CCaaS telephony platform, coordinating with the reseller and internal stakeholders to maintain availability, performance, and appropriate configuration for the call centre environment. Manage key Infrastructure vendor relationships, including contract oversight, service reviews, and escalations, ensuring suppliers deliver in line with agreed SLAs and terms. Work closely with the Project Manager to plan, prioritise, and deliver infrastructure and workplace technology projects, providing accurate estimates, managing dependencies, and ensuring project commitments are met without compromising business-as-usual service delivery. Maintain up-to-date IT policies, standards, and documentation, ensuring these are communicated effectively and consistently applied. Develop, maintain, and test IT disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring resilience across all critical infrastructure and workplace services. Contribute and maintain the IT risk register, proactively managing and mitigating risks to service availability, data integrity, and information security. The role holder may also be asked to undertake other duties outside of this job description that are commensurate with their skills and experiences, including tasks delegated by CTO and other SLT members. Skills and Experience Proven experience in an infrastructure management, IT management, or IT operations role, ideally within a service-oriented or contact centre business. Experience managing or leading a small technical team, with demonstrable people management and development skills. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Defender, and Autopilot. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra (Azure Active Directory / Entra ID), including conditional access, identity governance, and network access policies. Proven experience managing Microsoft Azure from a security and governance perspective. Working knowledge of AWS security, including IAM, security groups, logging, and compliance controls is advantageous. Hands-on experience working with Microsoft Purview or comparable data governance and compliance tooling. Experience managing or overseeing a helpdesk or IT support function, with a strong focus on triage quality, SLA management, and user experience. Solid understanding of cloud security principles, including vulnerability management, identity security, and incident response in a fully cloud-hosted environment. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with both technical colleagues and non-technical stakeholders. Experience supporting a call centre or contact centre environment, with an understanding of the operational demands placed on IT infrastructure is desirable. Familiarity or experience of CCaaS telephony platforms, with NiCE CXone preferred. Knowledge of Apple macOS device management within a predominantly Windows environment would be beneficial but not essential. Familiarity with UK GDPR, Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, or comparable frameworks would be advantageous. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, or equivalent, is desirable but not essential. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with ability to motivate your team. Proactive and solutions-focused, anticipating problems before they elevate and acting decisively when they do. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise in a fast-paced environment. Committed to the development of others, investing time in coaching and growing the capability of their team.

Do you have experience of managing applications and interfaces? Do you have experience of managing Microsoft 365 applications with strong SharePoint skills? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Systems to manage the ongoing operation, efficiencies, implementations, and upgrades of a digital estate of applications for a respected, modern, & established social enterprise in the midst of a digital transformation and service improvement programme. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the end-to-end ownership and improvement of the organisation's application estate and any associated integration. You will act as product owner and manage the application roadmap, continuous improvement and upgrades, whilst promoting usability, adoption and value. Further day-to-day activities will include project managing implementations and upgrades; stakeholder management and reporting; third-party supplier management; product roadmap creation and maintenance; project management; support service provision; maintenance of super user network; data integrity and security; and the production of systems documentation and training.

Lead Security Engineer World of Books Group Permanent, Full-time "This is a role for someone who wants to shape rather than maintain." The Opportunity World of Books Group is a certified B Corp and one of the world's largest sellers of pre-loved books, operating across the UK, US, and Hungary. Our technology estate spans cloud platforms, e-commerce marketplaces, in-house engineering, and a broad SaaS footprint - and we're looking for the person who will make it safer. As Lead Security Engineer, you'll design, build, and operate the controls that underpin our cyber resilience programme. You'll report directly to the Group Information Security Manager and work with real autonomy - shaping the roadmap, choosing the tools, and driving the engineering work that moves our security maturity forward. This is a genuinely hands on role. You'll treat AI and automation as force multipliers, influence across IT, Engineering, Product, and Finance without holding formal authority, and leave decisions documented in a way that outlasts individuals. What You'll Focus On Your initial priorities will be: Asset and Application Visibility: establishing continuous, automated discovery and ownership of our hardware, software, cloud, and SaaS estate Zero Trust Enforcement: identity aware access controls across remote and internal services Data Loss Prevention: phased DLP coverage against our highest risk data flows Identity Lifecycle: strengthening JML processes in Entra ID and key SaaS platforms Your wider remit will grow to include detection engineering, vulnerability management, AI security governance, third party risk, and security tooling strategy - you'll help set the sequence. What We're Looking For 5+ years in security engineering or architecture, with clear progression in technical depth Hands on delivery across at least three of: cloud security (GCP/AWS), identity and access management (Entra ID), SIEM and detection engineering, DLP, zero trust Sound judgment under uncertainty - you can make and defend security decisions with incomplete data Practical AI and automation fluency - you use it habitually to multiply your impact A track record of influencing engineering, product, and leadership stakeholders Comfortable in a small, high trust team where you set your own direction Nice to have Experience with Rapid7 InsightVM / InsightIDR, SentinelOne, Cloudflare, OneTrust, Microsoft Purview, or KnowBe4 Background in e commerce, marketplace, or retail technology Familiarity with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, OWASP LLM Top 10, or similar frameworks What We Offer Remote / hybrid working, UK based, with flexible London office presence A clear mandate to drive change - not maintain the status quo A modern toolchain: Rapid7 (MDR), SentinelOne, OneTrust, and AI tooling at org level A business with genuine mission - B Corp certified, sustainability led, and growing What Success Looks Like in Year One A current, trusted view of the full asset and application estate with clear ownership A progressing zero trust enforcement capability, with measurable reduction in implicit trust paths Meaningful reduction in manual audit effort across security controls Trusted cross functional relationships - you're seen as someone who unblocks, not gates Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you.

Senior Data Engineer role within Aiviq Engineering Team. London, Hybrid Full time Aiviq is a fintech company transforming how asset managers globally process, analyse, and leverage their data. Our solutions power critical business processes for leading financial institutions worldwide, helping them drive efficiency and growth. Position Overview We're seeking an accomplished Data Engineer to join our Data Centre of Excellence while working closely with our Engineering team on our sophisticated financial data management platform. This role combines the technical depth of enterprise data engineering with the fast-paced delivery demands of product development, requiring someone who is adept at translating business logic into code, can think architecturally while attending to implementation details. You'll be the bridge between our data architecture standards and practical product delivery, ensuring our financial data pipelines are robust, performant, and built on solid engineering principles. Core Responsibilities Design, build, and optimise data pipelines across Microsoft SQL Server and Azure Synapse Analytics environments Develop and maintain Spark SQL notebooks for complex data transformations and analysis Translate business logic and financial calculation requirements into clear, maintainable code Create data integrity checking scripts and validation frameworks in collaboration with QA teams Implement automated data quality checks and reconciliation processes Assist with the maintenance of a curated, anonymised dataset for system testing that covers all known scenarios and edge cases Analyse production datasets to identify anomalies, debug stored procedures and notebooks, and resolve data quality issues Demonstrate tenacity in investigating root causes, diving deep into complex problems until resolution is achieved Consult on database architecture decisions, balancing performance, scalability, and maintainability Optimise query performance and data processing workflows for large-scale financial datasets Design and implement solutions using Azure Data Factory, Delta Lake, and related technologies Think end-to-end about data flows while ensuring rigorous attention to implementation details Documentation & Process Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of database schemas, processes, and data flows Develop visual process models using tools such as Lucidchart, Visio, dbt, Azure Purview, or similar platforms Document data transformation logic and calculation methodologies for audit and compliance purposes Contribute to data governance standards and best practices across the organisation Act as first point of escalation for high-priority data issues in production environments Partner with test automation engineers to develop data-driven testing strategies and create data integrity checking scripts Collaborate across engineering teams using Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline development Support both Data CoE initiatives and product engineering priorities through effective stakeholder management Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Database Technologies: Strong proficiency in MS SQL Server and Azure Synapse Analytics Big Data Processing: Hands on experience with PySpark, Spark SQL, and notebook based development Cloud Platforms: Demonstrable experience with Azure ecosystem (Synapse, Data Factory, Delta Lake) Programming: Solid coding skills in SQL, Python, and/or C# Version Control: Experience with Git and Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD platforms Testing: Experience building out unit and integration test frameworks and processes to ensure pipelines and notebooks and other code artifacts are fully automation tested Domain Knowledge Ideally a proven track record working with complex financial data and calculations Understanding of financial data structures, reconciliation processes, and audit requirements Experience handling temporal data, slowly changing dimensions, and historical data management Knowledge of data quality frameworks and validation methodologies Professional Capabilities Strong analytical and debugging skills for complex data scenarios across stored procedures and notebooks Relentless problem solving approach - comfortable digging deep into technical issues and pursuing answers until problems are fully understood and resolved Experience with testing principles and data integrity validation Ability to consult on technical architecture while maintaining pragmatic focus Excellent documentation and process modelling capabilities Experience Level 5+ years in data engineering roles with increasing responsibility Track record of delivering production data systems at scale Experience working in matrix or cross functional team structures Knowledge of Azure Purview or data cataloguing solutions Familiarity with Great Expectations or similar data quality frameworks Familiarity with data anonymisation, masking, and synthetic data generation techniques Experience with GraphQL APIs and modern application data layers Exposure to modern data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau) Experience with data build tool (dbt) or similar transformation frameworks Personal Attributes Collaborative mindset: Comfortable working across teams with different priorities and technical backgrounds Detail oriented: Meticulous about data accuracy while maintaining delivery momentum Investigative nature: Thrives on troubleshooting complex issues and pursuing problems through multiple layers until fully resolved Intensely curious: Demonstrates deep curiosity about existing processes and systems, with a natural drive to investigate how things work and independently acquire new knowledge Pragmatic problem solver: Balances architectural thinking with practical implementation Clear communicator: Articulates technical concepts to both specialist and generalist audiences Ownership mentality: Takes responsibility for production systems and follows through on commitments Cultural Fit Thrives in a matrix organization with multiple stakeholders Comfortable with ambiguity and competing priorities Passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement Values documentation and knowledge sharing Responds well under pressure during production incidents What We Offer Professional Development Exposure to enterprise scale financial data systems handling complex calculations Opportunity to shape data engineering standards across the organisation Work with modern Azure cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies Collaborate with skilled engineers across test automation, software development, and data teams Matrix structure providing diverse learning opportunities from both CoE and product perspectives Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility Collaborative engineering culture valuing quality and craftsmanship Investment in tools, training, and professional growth Meaningful work on systems that impact financial data integrity and business decisions Aiviq is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. This role will be located in London although we are a hybrid team with frequent remote working and broader flexible working options available.

Senior Data Engineer role within Aiviq Engineering Team. London, Hybrid / Full time Aiviq is a fintech company transforming how asset managers globally process, analyse, and leverage their data. Our solutions power critical business processes for leading financial institutions worldwide, helping them drive efficiency and growth. Position Overview We're seeking an accomplished Data Engineer to join our Data Centre of Excellence while working closely with our Engineering team on our sophisticated financial data management platform. This role combines the technical depth of enterprise data engineering with the fast-paced delivery demands of product development, requiring someone who is adept at translating business logic into code, can think architecturally while attending to implementation details. You'll be the bridge between our data architecture standards and practical product delivery, ensuring our financial data pipelines are robust, performant, and built on solid engineering principles. Core Responsibilities Design, build, and optimise data pipelines across Microsoft SQL Server and Azure Synapse Analytics environments Develop and maintain Spark SQL notebooks for complex data transformations and analysis Translate business logic and financial calculation requirements into clear, maintainable code Create data integrity checking scripts and validation frameworks in collaboration with QA teams Implement automated data quality checks and reconciliation processes Assist with the maintenance of a curated, anonymised dataset for system testing that covers all known scenarios and edge cases Analyse production datasets to identify anomalies, debug stored procedures and notebooks, and resolve data quality issues Demonstrate tenacity in investigating root causes, diving deep into complex problems until resolution is achieved Consult on database architecture decisions, balancing performance, scalability, and maintainability Optimise query performance and data processing workflows for large-scale financial datasets Design and implement solutions using Azure Data Factory, Delta Lake, and related technologies Think end-to-end about data flows while ensuring rigorous attention to implementation details Documentation & Process Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of database schemas, processes, and data flows Develop visual process models using tools such as Lucidchart, Visio, dbt, Azure Purview, or similar platforms Document data transformation logic and calculation methodologies for audit and compliance purposes Contribute to data governance standards and best practices across the organisation Act as first point of escalation for high-priority data issues in production environments Partner with test automation engineers to develop data-driven testing strategies and create data integrity checking scripts Collaborate across engineering teams using Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline development Support both Data CoE initiatives and product engineering priorities through effective stakeholder management Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Database Technologies: Strong proficiency in MS SQL Server and Azure Synapse Analytics Big Data Processing: Hands-on experience with PySpark, Spark SQL, and notebook-based development Cloud Platforms: Demonstrable experience with Azure ecosystem (Synapse, Data Factory, Delta Lake) Programming: Solid coding skills in SQL, Python, and/or C# Version Control: Experience with Git and Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD platforms Testing: Experience building out unit and integration test frameworks and processes to ensure pipelines and notebooks and other code artefacts are fully automation-tested Domain Knowledge Ideally a proven track record working with complex financial data and calculations Understanding of financial data structures, reconciliation processes, and audit requirements Experience handling temporal data, slowly changing dimensions, and historical data management Knowledge of data quality frameworks and validation methodologies Professional Capabilities Strong analytical and debugging skills for complex data scenarios across stored procedures and notebooks Relentless problem-solving approach - comfortable digging deep into technical issues and pursuing answers until problems are fully understood and resolved Experience with testing principles and data integrity validation Ability to consult on technical architecture while maintaining pragmatic focus Excellent documentation and process modelling capabilities Experience Level 5+ years in data engineering roles with increasing responsibility Track record of delivering production data systems at scale Experience working in matrix or cross-functional team structures Knowledge of Azure Purview or data cataloguing solutions Familiarity with Great Expectations or similar data quality frameworks Familiarity with data anonymisation, masking, and synthetic data generation techniques Experience with GraphQL APIs and modern application data layers Exposure to modern data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau) Experience with data build tool (dbt) or similar transformation frameworks Personal Attributes Collaborative mindset: Comfortable working across teams with different priorities and technical backgrounds Detail-oriented: Meticulous about data accuracy while maintaining delivery momentum Investigative nature: Thrives on troubleshooting complex issues and pursuing problems through multiple layers until fully resolved Intensely curious: Demonstrates deep curiosity about existing processes and systems, with a natural drive to investigate how things work and independently acquire new knowledge Pragmatic problem-solver: Balances architectural thinking with practical implementation Clear communicator: Articulates technical concepts to both specialist and generalist audiences Ownership mentality : Takes responsibility for production systems and follows through on commitments Cultural Fit Thrives in a matrix organization with multiple stakeholders Comfortable with ambiguity and competing priorities Passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement Values documentation and knowledge sharing Responds well under pressure during production incidents What We Offer Professional Development Exposure to enterprise-scale financial data systems handling complex calculations Opportunity to shape data engineering standards across the organisation Work with modern Azure cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies Collaborate with skilled engineers across test automation, software development, and data teams Matrix structure providing diverse learning opportunities from both CoE and product perspectives Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility Collaborative engineering culture valuing quality and craftsmanship Investment in tools, training, and professional growth Meaningful work on systems that impact financial data integrity and business decisions Aiviq is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. This role will be located in London although we are a hybrid team with frequent remote working and broader flexible working options available.