Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Locations : Boston Atlanta Heredia London Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do As Product Owner, Senior Manager for Meeting Rooms & Hybrid (MRH), you will own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of BCG's global meeting room experience, ensuring seamless, secure, and hybrid-optimized collaboration across our offices worldwide. Among your responsibilities, you will: Define and deliver MRH squad priorities aligned to the Digital Collaboration Portfolio vision and Modern Work Experience strategy Own the end-to-end lifecycle of meeting room products (Zoom Room admin tools, Microsoft Teams Rooms- MTR, Cisco, Poly, Logitech Sync, NeatPulse, booking panels, etc.), ensuring stability, scalability, and user adoption Drive AV refresh planning, optimization, and cost management, ensuring all offices align to BCG's "Proven Offering" standards Partner closely with the Virtual Meeting Experience squad to create unified experiences across physical rooms, hybrid environments, and virtual platforms Translate user needs, feedback, and adoption metrics into actionable product decisions, obsessing over inclusive, intuitive, and consistent hybrid collaboration experiences Partner with Engineering, Change & Comms, QA, and Support to ensure seamless rollouts and ongoing reliability Manage vendors and external partners, evaluating usability, performance, and cost-effectiveness Champion security and governance, embedding risk, compliance, and accessibility principles into every solution Act as the servant leader for the MRH squad, empowering engineers, analysts, Scrum Lead, and chapter partners to deliver at speed and scale YOU'RE GOOD AT Being customer-focused and dedicated to understanding and learning about customer needs and requirements Operating with a transparency mindset, communicating clearly and openly both above and below Being comfortable leading, directing, and empowering team members without formal management authority Working with ambiguous requirements and multi-disciplinary teams Influencing stakeholders up to the senior levels of the organization Bringing a data-driven approach to decision making, both in day-to-day management and in making strategic trade-offs Looking for opportunities to innovate and get things done better and faster What You'll Bring 8-10+ years of progressively responsible work experience Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced professional degree strongly preferred Strong experience with enterprise conferencing and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Cisco, Logitech, Poly, Neat) Proven track record driving hybrid meeting strategies, physical AV lifecycle management, and integrations between in-room and virtual tools Hands-on Agile leadership experience, backlog management (Jira), and a strong servant-leader mindset Agile certification (PSPO, CSPO, or equivalent) strongly preferred Experience partnering across architecture, data analytics, UX, security, and change management functions Vendor management experience including feature evaluation, roadmap influence, and contract oversight Security-conscious mindset with proven collaboration alongside compliance/governance teams Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across global teams Comfort navigating distributed, hybrid workplaces with stakeholders across time zones and functions Who You'll Work With MRH Squad members: Engineers, Scrum Lead, Product Analyst, Change Manager, QA, and sustaining engineering support Adjacent squads: Virtual Meeting Experience (VMX), Content Collaboration, Messaging, and Productivity squads for unified experiences Portfolio Leadership: Product Portfolio Lead, Technical Area Lead, and Portfolio Enablement Manager for vision, funding, and OKR alignment Cross-functional partners: Enterprise Architecture (for standard designs & governance) Global Real Estate (GRE) & Meetings & Events (for room design, buildouts, and AV refresh planning) Security & Risk (for compliance and governance) Data & Analytics (for telemetry and adoption insights) Change & Communications / UX COEs (for adoption, training, and user experience excellence) Additional info For US locations only In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach. Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below. The base salary range for this role begins at $142,000.00 in our lowest cost US region and goes up to $185,300.00 in our highest cost US region. Your recruiting contact can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness. In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 20% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years. All of our plans provide best in class coverage: Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month) Paid sick time on an as needed basis Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
09/12/2025
Full time
Locations : Boston Atlanta Heredia London Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do As Product Owner, Senior Manager for Meeting Rooms & Hybrid (MRH), you will own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of BCG's global meeting room experience, ensuring seamless, secure, and hybrid-optimized collaboration across our offices worldwide. Among your responsibilities, you will: Define and deliver MRH squad priorities aligned to the Digital Collaboration Portfolio vision and Modern Work Experience strategy Own the end-to-end lifecycle of meeting room products (Zoom Room admin tools, Microsoft Teams Rooms- MTR, Cisco, Poly, Logitech Sync, NeatPulse, booking panels, etc.), ensuring stability, scalability, and user adoption Drive AV refresh planning, optimization, and cost management, ensuring all offices align to BCG's "Proven Offering" standards Partner closely with the Virtual Meeting Experience squad to create unified experiences across physical rooms, hybrid environments, and virtual platforms Translate user needs, feedback, and adoption metrics into actionable product decisions, obsessing over inclusive, intuitive, and consistent hybrid collaboration experiences Partner with Engineering, Change & Comms, QA, and Support to ensure seamless rollouts and ongoing reliability Manage vendors and external partners, evaluating usability, performance, and cost-effectiveness Champion security and governance, embedding risk, compliance, and accessibility principles into every solution Act as the servant leader for the MRH squad, empowering engineers, analysts, Scrum Lead, and chapter partners to deliver at speed and scale YOU'RE GOOD AT Being customer-focused and dedicated to understanding and learning about customer needs and requirements Operating with a transparency mindset, communicating clearly and openly both above and below Being comfortable leading, directing, and empowering team members without formal management authority Working with ambiguous requirements and multi-disciplinary teams Influencing stakeholders up to the senior levels of the organization Bringing a data-driven approach to decision making, both in day-to-day management and in making strategic trade-offs Looking for opportunities to innovate and get things done better and faster What You'll Bring 8-10+ years of progressively responsible work experience Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced professional degree strongly preferred Strong experience with enterprise conferencing and collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Cisco, Logitech, Poly, Neat) Proven track record driving hybrid meeting strategies, physical AV lifecycle management, and integrations between in-room and virtual tools Hands-on Agile leadership experience, backlog management (Jira), and a strong servant-leader mindset Agile certification (PSPO, CSPO, or equivalent) strongly preferred Experience partnering across architecture, data analytics, UX, security, and change management functions Vendor management experience including feature evaluation, roadmap influence, and contract oversight Security-conscious mindset with proven collaboration alongside compliance/governance teams Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across global teams Comfort navigating distributed, hybrid workplaces with stakeholders across time zones and functions Who You'll Work With MRH Squad members: Engineers, Scrum Lead, Product Analyst, Change Manager, QA, and sustaining engineering support Adjacent squads: Virtual Meeting Experience (VMX), Content Collaboration, Messaging, and Productivity squads for unified experiences Portfolio Leadership: Product Portfolio Lead, Technical Area Lead, and Portfolio Enablement Manager for vision, funding, and OKR alignment Cross-functional partners: Enterprise Architecture (for standard designs & governance) Global Real Estate (GRE) & Meetings & Events (for room design, buildouts, and AV refresh planning) Security & Risk (for compliance and governance) Data & Analytics (for telemetry and adoption insights) Change & Communications / UX COEs (for adoption, training, and user experience excellence) Additional info For US locations only In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach. Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below. The base salary range for this role begins at $142,000.00 in our lowest cost US region and goes up to $185,300.00 in our highest cost US region. Your recruiting contact can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness. In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 20% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years. All of our plans provide best in class coverage: Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month) Paid sick time on an as needed basis Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Job Title: Quality Engineer (Apple) Location: London (Onsite 1-2 days every two weeks) Clearance Required: BPSS Contract Duration: 12th Jan 2026 - 07 April 2026 Job Description We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to join our team, supporting software quality assurance activities for Apple-related projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining test processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities Test Design & Planning Create, maintain, and update comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software and functional requirements. Collaborate with product owners, developers, and business analysts to understand acceptance criteria and ensure complete test coverage. Testing Execution Perform both manual and automated testing across multiple platforms and environments. Identify, investigate, and document bugs, defects, and inconsistencies in software behaviour. Defect Management Log and manage defects using industry-standard issue-tracking tools. Communicate clearly with development teams to ensure defects are understood, prioritised, and resolved efficiently. Validation & Regression Re-test resolved defects to confirm successful fixes. Conduct regression testing to ensure new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality. Quality Assurance & Standards Ensure all software meets defined quality standards, user requirements, and organisational expectations prior to release. Participate in continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Quality Engineer, QA Tester, or similar role. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices. Experience with manual and automated testing tools. Familiarity with defect-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps). Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
09/12/2025
Contractor
Job Title: Quality Engineer (Apple) Location: London (Onsite 1-2 days every two weeks) Clearance Required: BPSS Contract Duration: 12th Jan 2026 - 07 April 2026 Job Description We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to join our team, supporting software quality assurance activities for Apple-related projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining test processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities Test Design & Planning Create, maintain, and update comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software and functional requirements. Collaborate with product owners, developers, and business analysts to understand acceptance criteria and ensure complete test coverage. Testing Execution Perform both manual and automated testing across multiple platforms and environments. Identify, investigate, and document bugs, defects, and inconsistencies in software behaviour. Defect Management Log and manage defects using industry-standard issue-tracking tools. Communicate clearly with development teams to ensure defects are understood, prioritised, and resolved efficiently. Validation & Regression Re-test resolved defects to confirm successful fixes. Conduct regression testing to ensure new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality. Quality Assurance & Standards Ensure all software meets defined quality standards, user requirements, and organisational expectations prior to release. Participate in continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Quality Engineer, QA Tester, or similar role. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices. Experience with manual and automated testing tools. Familiarity with defect-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps). Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Red - The Global SAP Solutions Provider
Antrim, County Antrim
Our client is seeking a DQA Engineer to join their team for a freelance B2B contract that is expected to last 6 months, with potential for additional extensions. This position is 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in quality assurance for data pipelines, APIs, and ETL workflows Project details: Position: DQA Engineer Contract Length: 6 months Start date: ASAP Location: Hybrid in Belfast, 3 days per week and 2 days remote Languages: English Speaking Skills and Responsibilities: Strong experience in quality assurance for data pipelines, APIs, and ETL workflows, preferably in financial services. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Proven ability to design and execute test plans for complex data workflows, including functional, integration, and regression testing. Good understanding of modern testing methodologies such as TDD and BDD. Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (eg, PyTest, Behave, unittest) and Scripting languages such as Python or Java. Knowledge of data validation techniques, schema checks, and data integrity testing for structured and semi-structured data. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and services like S3, Glue, Lambda, EventBridge and Step Functions. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into DevOps workflows. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with developers, data engineers, and business analysts. Experience with Agile software delivery and QA best practices. If this interests you, please send me an up-to date CV, and we can discuss the role in more detail. Otherwise, what are you looking for? If you know someone who might be interested, please forward this advert their way.
09/12/2025
Contractor
Our client is seeking a DQA Engineer to join their team for a freelance B2B contract that is expected to last 6 months, with potential for additional extensions. This position is 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in quality assurance for data pipelines, APIs, and ETL workflows Project details: Position: DQA Engineer Contract Length: 6 months Start date: ASAP Location: Hybrid in Belfast, 3 days per week and 2 days remote Languages: English Speaking Skills and Responsibilities: Strong experience in quality assurance for data pipelines, APIs, and ETL workflows, preferably in financial services. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Proven ability to design and execute test plans for complex data workflows, including functional, integration, and regression testing. Good understanding of modern testing methodologies such as TDD and BDD. Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (eg, PyTest, Behave, unittest) and Scripting languages such as Python or Java. Knowledge of data validation techniques, schema checks, and data integrity testing for structured and semi-structured data. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and services like S3, Glue, Lambda, EventBridge and Step Functions. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into DevOps workflows. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with developers, data engineers, and business analysts. Experience with Agile software delivery and QA best practices. If this interests you, please send me an up-to date CV, and we can discuss the role in more detail. Otherwise, what are you looking for? If you know someone who might be interested, please forward this advert their way.
Job Title: Tech Lead Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Liverpool Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 depending on experience Your Impact We're looking for a Tech Lead to guide a talented, cross-functional squad as they design, build and deliver products that make a real difference for our customers You'll lead a team made up of backend and frontend developers, QA and automation testers, designers, product managers and business analysts. Together, you'll create and evolve high-quality software using modern engineering practices and a microservice architecture built on Azure As Tech Lead, you'll be hands-on with the code while supporting others to grow. You'll set technical direction, drive standards and help shape how your squad works, with real autonomy and trust. You'll collaborate closely with the Architecture Team to ensure your services fit seamlessly into our broader platform and long-term technical strategy What You'll Do Lead a multidisciplinary squad to deliver high-quality, production-ready software Design and build scalable microservices in .NET and Azure Contribute to the evolution of our microservice architecture and integration patterns Collaborate with frontend developers working in React and Next.js to deliver seamless user experiences Partner with product managers, BAs and designers to translate customer needs into clear technical plans Work closely with QA and automation testers to ensure quality and reliability are built in from the start Stay hands-on with code while mentoring developers and promoting best practices Drive technical discussions, champion clean architecture and improve our engineering standards Contribute to wider engineering initiatives, including developer experience and shared tooling Our Tech Stack Backend:C#, .NET 8.0, Redis, MongoDb, SQL Server, Entity Framework, MassTransit, Mediator Frontend:React, Next.js, TypeScript Infrastructure: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Nginx, RabbitMQ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven patterns, Clean Architecture Observability and Monitoring: Grafana, Loki, Sentry, PostHog Tooling and Practices: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For Proven experience leading software delivery within a microservice-based environment Strong technical background in .NET and Azure Comfortable working across the stack, with deeper expertise in backend systems Experience mentoring and guiding developers in a collaborative, agile setup Product-focused mindset with an understanding of trade-offs between speed, scalability and user experience Excellent communicator who brings clarity and empathy to technical discussions Passion for clean, maintainable code and continuous improvement Curious and proactive, always looking for better ways to build, measure and deliver Why Join Us Real autonomy to shape how your squad designs, builds and delivers software A modern, cloud-native architecture that encourages experimentation and ownership Work with talented developers, designers, testers and product professionals who care about what they build Influence technical decisions that shape the direction of our products and platforms Opportunities to grow into staff, principal or architecture-focused leadership roles A supportive, transparent culture where craftsmanship, curiosity and learning are celebrated Regular opportunities for professional development, conferences and innovation time Values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Mindful Employer - championing mental health and wellbeing Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited - supporting every stage of life Armed Forces Covenant signatory - honouring those who serve Great Places to Work 2024/25 - fostering an engaging and positive workplace culture Best Place to Work for Development - proud to be investing in people's future Best Place to Work for Women - breaking down barriers to women's career progression Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Technical Lead, Technical Team Lead, Technical Engineering Lead, Lead Programmer, Lead Software Engineer, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager, Technical Manager, Technical Account Manager, Technical Engineering Manager, Principal Software Engineer, Principal Architect, Software Engineering Manager, Systems Engineer, Insurance IT Specialist, Insurtech Specialist, Cyber Insurance Specialist, Product Development Manager, Functional Lead (Insurance) will all be considered. JBRP1_UKTJ
09/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Tech Lead Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Liverpool Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 depending on experience Your Impact We're looking for a Tech Lead to guide a talented, cross-functional squad as they design, build and deliver products that make a real difference for our customers You'll lead a team made up of backend and frontend developers, QA and automation testers, designers, product managers and business analysts. Together, you'll create and evolve high-quality software using modern engineering practices and a microservice architecture built on Azure As Tech Lead, you'll be hands-on with the code while supporting others to grow. You'll set technical direction, drive standards and help shape how your squad works, with real autonomy and trust. You'll collaborate closely with the Architecture Team to ensure your services fit seamlessly into our broader platform and long-term technical strategy What You'll Do Lead a multidisciplinary squad to deliver high-quality, production-ready software Design and build scalable microservices in .NET and Azure Contribute to the evolution of our microservice architecture and integration patterns Collaborate with frontend developers working in React and Next.js to deliver seamless user experiences Partner with product managers, BAs and designers to translate customer needs into clear technical plans Work closely with QA and automation testers to ensure quality and reliability are built in from the start Stay hands-on with code while mentoring developers and promoting best practices Drive technical discussions, champion clean architecture and improve our engineering standards Contribute to wider engineering initiatives, including developer experience and shared tooling Our Tech Stack Backend:C#, .NET 8.0, Redis, MongoDb, SQL Server, Entity Framework, MassTransit, Mediator Frontend:React, Next.js, TypeScript Infrastructure: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Nginx, RabbitMQ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven patterns, Clean Architecture Observability and Monitoring: Grafana, Loki, Sentry, PostHog Tooling and Practices: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For Proven experience leading software delivery within a microservice-based environment Strong technical background in .NET and Azure Comfortable working across the stack, with deeper expertise in backend systems Experience mentoring and guiding developers in a collaborative, agile setup Product-focused mindset with an understanding of trade-offs between speed, scalability and user experience Excellent communicator who brings clarity and empathy to technical discussions Passion for clean, maintainable code and continuous improvement Curious and proactive, always looking for better ways to build, measure and deliver Why Join Us Real autonomy to shape how your squad designs, builds and delivers software A modern, cloud-native architecture that encourages experimentation and ownership Work with talented developers, designers, testers and product professionals who care about what they build Influence technical decisions that shape the direction of our products and platforms Opportunities to grow into staff, principal or architecture-focused leadership roles A supportive, transparent culture where craftsmanship, curiosity and learning are celebrated Regular opportunities for professional development, conferences and innovation time Values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Mindful Employer - championing mental health and wellbeing Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited - supporting every stage of life Armed Forces Covenant signatory - honouring those who serve Great Places to Work 2024/25 - fostering an engaging and positive workplace culture Best Place to Work for Development - proud to be investing in people's future Best Place to Work for Women - breaking down barriers to women's career progression Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Technical Lead, Technical Team Lead, Technical Engineering Lead, Lead Programmer, Lead Software Engineer, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager, Technical Manager, Technical Account Manager, Technical Engineering Manager, Principal Software Engineer, Principal Architect, Software Engineering Manager, Systems Engineer, Insurance IT Specialist, Insurtech Specialist, Cyber Insurance Specialist, Product Development Manager, Functional Lead (Insurance) will all be considered. 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Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - £50K + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based Full time in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe), with hybrid working available after six months. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
08/12/2025
Full time
Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - £50K + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based Full time in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe), with hybrid working available after six months. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
We have partnered with an Award-Winning Tech Consultancy who are looking for a Application Support Analyst to join their team. Reporting to the 3rd Line Team Leader you will be managing escalated issues as well as identifying, investigating and resolving problems with critical custom healthcare systems that use leading edge Microsoft Azure technologies. Responsibilities Take responsibility and ownership of assigned incidents and manage through to permanent resolution, communicating professionally to customers Field and manage technical customer issues via phone, chat, email, and remote web sessions Ensure the stability, performance and efficiency of complex systems that may not have a GUI Provide out of hours support on a rota basis. It may also include out of hours shift work Recommend improvements that enables and drives client performance or cost effectiveness Engage with Development, QA and Product teams in bringing cases to resolution and providing a voice for our customers Create technical documentation that can be referenced by peers as formal processes and procedures to follow while completing daily tasks Leverage AI-driven tools and technologies to advance operational efficiency, automate routine processes, and provide innovative solutions within the 3rd line support environment. Please apply with your most up to date CV
08/12/2025
Full time
We have partnered with an Award-Winning Tech Consultancy who are looking for a Application Support Analyst to join their team. Reporting to the 3rd Line Team Leader you will be managing escalated issues as well as identifying, investigating and resolving problems with critical custom healthcare systems that use leading edge Microsoft Azure technologies. Responsibilities Take responsibility and ownership of assigned incidents and manage through to permanent resolution, communicating professionally to customers Field and manage technical customer issues via phone, chat, email, and remote web sessions Ensure the stability, performance and efficiency of complex systems that may not have a GUI Provide out of hours support on a rota basis. It may also include out of hours shift work Recommend improvements that enables and drives client performance or cost effectiveness Engage with Development, QA and Product teams in bringing cases to resolution and providing a voice for our customers Create technical documentation that can be referenced by peers as formal processes and procedures to follow while completing daily tasks Leverage AI-driven tools and technologies to advance operational efficiency, automate routine processes, and provide innovative solutions within the 3rd line support environment. Please apply with your most up to date CV
Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - 50K + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to 50,000, an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based full-time in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe), with hybrid working available after six months. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
05/12/2025
Full time
Product Owner -Agile North Lincolnshire - 50K + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about building great digital products and making a real impact? This is your chance to join a market-leading, privately owned business that's driving innovation and transformation across its industry. We're working with a well-known brand that thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital link between stakeholders and the development team. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to 50,000, an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth, plus access to an onsite gym, restaurant, and modern office facilities. The role is based full-time in North Lincolnshire (commutable from Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe), with hybrid working available after six months. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Job Title: Digital Operations Manager/ IT Manager/IT Operations Support Manager Location: London Department: Digital Operations Salary: 65-70k + Benefits Company Overview: We are dedicated to shaping the future of digital infrastructure and services. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Digital Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our digital ecosystem, ensuring top-tier performance, security, and compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive the success of our digital projects. As the Digital Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of our IT systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring our digital operations meet the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of IT professionals including an Application Support Specialist, Technical Project Manager, Cyber Security and Compliance Analyst, and End-to-End QA Specialist. Allocate resources efficiently to ensure timely and successful project delivery. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to foster growth and development within the team. Operational Oversight: Oversee the daily operations of digital systems, applications, and infrastructure. Ensure high availability and performance of all IT services and applications. Implement and maintain monitoring systems to proactively identify and resolve issues. Application Support: Manage application support activities to ensure the prompt resolution of incidents and service requests. Collaborate with the Application Support Manager to develop and implement effective support processes and documentation. Ensure all applications are updated, patched, and maintained in line with best practices. Technical Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects. Work closely with the Technical Project Manager to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget. Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams and stakeholders. Cyber Security and Compliance: Ensure the implementation and adherence to cyber security policies and procedures. Collaborate with the Cyber Security and Compliance resources to conduct regular security assessments and audits. Manage compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR and Cyber Essentials Plus. Quality Assurance: Oversee the end-to-end quality assurance process for all digital products and services. Work with the End-to-End QA Specialist to develop comprehensive test plans and ensure thorough testing. Ensure quality assurance processes are followed to maintain high standards. Strategic Planning and Improvement: Develop and implement strategies to enhance digital operations and IT service delivery. Identify opportunities for process optimisation and efficiency gains. Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all digital operations-related matters. Provide regular updates to senior management on the status of projects, operational performance, and security compliance. Facilitate effective communication between IT teams and business units. Problem Solving and Incident Management: Manage and resolve high-priority incidents and critical issues. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures. Requirements: Proven experience as a Digital Operations Manager, IT Manager, Support Manager, or similar role. Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse team. Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure, application support, and digital operations. Demonstrated experience in managing technical projects and ensuring successful delivery. In-depth knowledge of cyber security principles and compliance requirements. Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and methodologies. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Familiarity with IT service management (ITSM) frameworks such as ITIL. Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL) are advantageous. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. A dynamic, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. A chance to lead and shape the future of digital operations People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
04/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Digital Operations Manager/ IT Manager/IT Operations Support Manager Location: London Department: Digital Operations Salary: 65-70k + Benefits Company Overview: We are dedicated to shaping the future of digital infrastructure and services. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Digital Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our digital ecosystem, ensuring top-tier performance, security, and compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive the success of our digital projects. As the Digital Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of our IT systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring our digital operations meet the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of IT professionals including an Application Support Specialist, Technical Project Manager, Cyber Security and Compliance Analyst, and End-to-End QA Specialist. Allocate resources efficiently to ensure timely and successful project delivery. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to foster growth and development within the team. Operational Oversight: Oversee the daily operations of digital systems, applications, and infrastructure. Ensure high availability and performance of all IT services and applications. Implement and maintain monitoring systems to proactively identify and resolve issues. Application Support: Manage application support activities to ensure the prompt resolution of incidents and service requests. Collaborate with the Application Support Manager to develop and implement effective support processes and documentation. Ensure all applications are updated, patched, and maintained in line with best practices. Technical Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects. Work closely with the Technical Project Manager to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget. Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams and stakeholders. Cyber Security and Compliance: Ensure the implementation and adherence to cyber security policies and procedures. Collaborate with the Cyber Security and Compliance resources to conduct regular security assessments and audits. Manage compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR and Cyber Essentials Plus. Quality Assurance: Oversee the end-to-end quality assurance process for all digital products and services. Work with the End-to-End QA Specialist to develop comprehensive test plans and ensure thorough testing. Ensure quality assurance processes are followed to maintain high standards. Strategic Planning and Improvement: Develop and implement strategies to enhance digital operations and IT service delivery. Identify opportunities for process optimisation and efficiency gains. Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all digital operations-related matters. Provide regular updates to senior management on the status of projects, operational performance, and security compliance. Facilitate effective communication between IT teams and business units. Problem Solving and Incident Management: Manage and resolve high-priority incidents and critical issues. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures. Requirements: Proven experience as a Digital Operations Manager, IT Manager, Support Manager, or similar role. Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse team. Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure, application support, and digital operations. Demonstrated experience in managing technical projects and ensuring successful delivery. In-depth knowledge of cyber security principles and compliance requirements. Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and methodologies. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Familiarity with IT service management (ITSM) frameworks such as ITIL. Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL) are advantageous. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. A dynamic, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. A chance to lead and shape the future of digital operations People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Penetration Tester - SC CLEARED - Wokingham, Berkshire and remote - 5 months+ - START: JANUARY/FEBRUARY (Tester, Test, Testing, Test Analyst, Test Engineer, Test Specialist, AWS, Azure, Cloud, Crest, CyberScheme) One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an SC Cleared Penetration Tester. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: A penetration tester plays a vital role within the UK's cybersecurity industry, particularly when assisting organisations with managing and mitigating security risks. The core responsibilities of a penetration tester are to identify vulnerabilities that are present in an organisation's IT infrastructure, applications, and networks through rigorous testing. Employing both manual and automated techniques to simulate real world attacks, this will assess a company's security posture against any potential threats. Testers should also be responsible for maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the ever-evolving threat landscape, adhering to ethical guidelines especially when handling sensitive data. In addition to strong technical skills, a penetration tester also needs to be able to demonstrate strong communication skills so complex findings can be described to non-technical stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Work as a professional, deliverable Technical Consultant (Penetration Tester CTM), offering clients a totally professional customer service experience, whilst adhering to its core values and company policies and procedures Conduct the full range of effective and comprehensive technical assessments and consultancy services to the highest standards Maintain an accurate and up to date knowledge of information security issues, keeping abreast of new technologies, methodologies, techniques, vulnerabilities and market trends and communicate this throughout the team Produce concise and accurate technical reports and executive summaries, in line with client and company expectations in accordance with the QA manual and within defined deadlines Participate in more specialist areas of technical assessments and consultancy services where required Participate in delivery of security management consultancy including IT Health Checks (ITHC), risk assessments and compliance and standards based audits, where required Engage with and fully participate in research & service development projects Ensure professional, coherent and relevant communication within our clients at an appropriate level, using relevant language and at all times, behave in a manner that reflects the values of the client. Maintain confidentiality at all times Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with defined policies and procedures Complete all tasks in a manner that displays a commercial awareness; ie managing client expectations and ensuring that project tasks are completed on time and on budget Complete administrative duties, which include weekly timesheet and expense submissions Through the course of your duties, identify opportunities for further business development and growth and ensure that this is communicated to your line manager, the PMO and Sales department Where necessary assist the commercial team in the preparation of test scopes and proposals Carry out any other additional, reasonable and alternative tasks that may be required from time to time Required skills, experience and personal attributes: Proven experience (2-3 years) in an IT security role to CTM level is essential and have, or be able to attain SC clearance (UK Single National) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Great organisation skills and ability to work in a pressurised environment whilst working towards and achieving deadlines. Use of MS Office software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint The ability to travel customer locations. Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools including (Burpsuite, Metasploit, Nmap) etc Good knowledge of multiple Operating Systems (OS) including Windows &.NIX Ability to configure network devices, Firewalls, IDS/IPS devices and wireless technologies Document findings in detailed reports, providing clear recommendations for remediation using in-house developed reporting tool. Good understanding of common security standards and regulatory compliance such as GDPR, ISO27001 and PCI DSS An ability to work effectively and positively within a team and willing to collaborate and readily share knowledge and skills MUST: Relevant degree/postgraduate degree CHECK Team Member qualification (Crest/CyberScheme) Experience in Cloud Security (AWS/Azure) Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
04/12/2025
Contractor
Penetration Tester - SC CLEARED - Wokingham, Berkshire and remote - 5 months+ - START: JANUARY/FEBRUARY (Tester, Test, Testing, Test Analyst, Test Engineer, Test Specialist, AWS, Azure, Cloud, Crest, CyberScheme) One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an SC Cleared Penetration Tester. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: A penetration tester plays a vital role within the UK's cybersecurity industry, particularly when assisting organisations with managing and mitigating security risks. The core responsibilities of a penetration tester are to identify vulnerabilities that are present in an organisation's IT infrastructure, applications, and networks through rigorous testing. Employing both manual and automated techniques to simulate real world attacks, this will assess a company's security posture against any potential threats. Testers should also be responsible for maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the ever-evolving threat landscape, adhering to ethical guidelines especially when handling sensitive data. In addition to strong technical skills, a penetration tester also needs to be able to demonstrate strong communication skills so complex findings can be described to non-technical stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Work as a professional, deliverable Technical Consultant (Penetration Tester CTM), offering clients a totally professional customer service experience, whilst adhering to its core values and company policies and procedures Conduct the full range of effective and comprehensive technical assessments and consultancy services to the highest standards Maintain an accurate and up to date knowledge of information security issues, keeping abreast of new technologies, methodologies, techniques, vulnerabilities and market trends and communicate this throughout the team Produce concise and accurate technical reports and executive summaries, in line with client and company expectations in accordance with the QA manual and within defined deadlines Participate in more specialist areas of technical assessments and consultancy services where required Participate in delivery of security management consultancy including IT Health Checks (ITHC), risk assessments and compliance and standards based audits, where required Engage with and fully participate in research & service development projects Ensure professional, coherent and relevant communication within our clients at an appropriate level, using relevant language and at all times, behave in a manner that reflects the values of the client. Maintain confidentiality at all times Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with defined policies and procedures Complete all tasks in a manner that displays a commercial awareness; ie managing client expectations and ensuring that project tasks are completed on time and on budget Complete administrative duties, which include weekly timesheet and expense submissions Through the course of your duties, identify opportunities for further business development and growth and ensure that this is communicated to your line manager, the PMO and Sales department Where necessary assist the commercial team in the preparation of test scopes and proposals Carry out any other additional, reasonable and alternative tasks that may be required from time to time Required skills, experience and personal attributes: Proven experience (2-3 years) in an IT security role to CTM level is essential and have, or be able to attain SC clearance (UK Single National) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Great organisation skills and ability to work in a pressurised environment whilst working towards and achieving deadlines. Use of MS Office software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint The ability to travel customer locations. Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools including (Burpsuite, Metasploit, Nmap) etc Good knowledge of multiple Operating Systems (OS) including Windows &.NIX Ability to configure network devices, Firewalls, IDS/IPS devices and wireless technologies Document findings in detailed reports, providing clear recommendations for remediation using in-house developed reporting tool. Good understanding of common security standards and regulatory compliance such as GDPR, ISO27001 and PCI DSS An ability to work effectively and positively within a team and willing to collaborate and readily share knowledge and skills MUST: Relevant degree/postgraduate degree CHECK Team Member qualification (Crest/CyberScheme) Experience in Cloud Security (AWS/Azure) Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
Adword Job Title: SOC Threat hunting Analyst Location: Remote Duration: 04 months contract Active SC Clearance required Experience and knowledge Key Responsibilities: Threat Detection Use Case Development: Design and implement detection logic aligned to specific threat scenarios, using industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. Maintain detection content throughout its lifecycle - from development and testing to deployment and tuning. Work with client Lead Analysts to ensure content relevance and effectiveness in detecting threats across various environments. Proactive Threat Hunting: Conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts based on client telemetry, threat intelligence, and observed anomalies. Use available data sources and tools to identify suspicious or malicious activity that may bypass existing detections. Document and present findings in a clear and actionable format for both internal teams and clients. Content QA and Maintenance Participate in the review and validation of detection content prior to deployment. Assist in updating runbooks, SOPs, and detection playbooks to reflect changes in tools, threats, or client requirements. Support efforts to maintain consistency, accuracy, and quality in all delivered content. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing Actively engage with the wider SOC, threat intelligence, and tooling teams to refine detection strategies. Share insights, findings, and improvements with team members through documentation, workshops, or informal sessions. Support cross-team initiatives and help drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. If you're excited about this role then we would like to hear from you! Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it to Prasanna com and let's start the conversation! Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
02/12/2025
Contractor
Adword Job Title: SOC Threat hunting Analyst Location: Remote Duration: 04 months contract Active SC Clearance required Experience and knowledge Key Responsibilities: Threat Detection Use Case Development: Design and implement detection logic aligned to specific threat scenarios, using industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. Maintain detection content throughout its lifecycle - from development and testing to deployment and tuning. Work with client Lead Analysts to ensure content relevance and effectiveness in detecting threats across various environments. Proactive Threat Hunting: Conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts based on client telemetry, threat intelligence, and observed anomalies. Use available data sources and tools to identify suspicious or malicious activity that may bypass existing detections. Document and present findings in a clear and actionable format for both internal teams and clients. Content QA and Maintenance Participate in the review and validation of detection content prior to deployment. Assist in updating runbooks, SOPs, and detection playbooks to reflect changes in tools, threats, or client requirements. Support efforts to maintain consistency, accuracy, and quality in all delivered content. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing Actively engage with the wider SOC, threat intelligence, and tooling teams to refine detection strategies. Share insights, findings, and improvements with team members through documentation, workshops, or informal sessions. Support cross-team initiatives and help drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. If you're excited about this role then we would like to hear from you! Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it to Prasanna com and let's start the conversation! Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Senior eFX Low Latency Java Developer Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join the eFX Algo IT team as a Subject Matter Expert in low latency trading systems. This is a hands-on development role focused on building and optimizing pricing, hedging, and market connectivity systems for the eFX trading desk. Experience in eFX pricing is essential , including price construction and algorithmic trading . You'll work closely with Java and C# developers, business analysts, project managers, and QA teams to deliver high-performance solutions. A strong understanding of FX trading, low latency architecture, and compliance within a trading environment is required. This is a hybrid position , requiring 3 days per week in-office at our location near Liverpool Street Station in London. Key Responsibilities Design and develop low latency pricing and trading systems using Java. Collaborate with Front Office and IT teams to prototype and deliver analytics and algorithmic trading solutions. Analyse and optimize performance in high-frequency trading environments. Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle: design, specification, testing, deployment, and support. Provide 3rd line technical support and liaise with production support teams. Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and regular project updates. Support software releases, including occasional out-of-hours deployments. Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Core Attributes & Skills Strong communication and analytical skills. Deep expertise in Java, especially in multithreading, low latency, and performance tuning. Solid understanding of FIX protocol and market connectivity. Proven experience in eFX pricing , including price construction and algo development . Experience in front-office FX or quantitative finance environments. Proficient in UNIX/Linux systems. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies. Production stability mindset and ability to collaborate across infrastructure and support teams. Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering. Proven experience in: Java development (low latency, multithreading, garbage collection-aware techniques). Performance monitoring and metric design. Real-time, mission-critical systems. Linux and message bus technologies. Network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark). Solace or similar messaging platforms. eFX pricing systems and algorithmic trading frameworks. Desirable Postgraduate qualification in computing, mathematics, or statistics. Experience with FX ECNs, pricing algorithms, FIX engines/APIs. Knowledge of FX Options and FIX packages. Competencies Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. Strong technical acumen and delivery focus. Clear communicator with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders. Values: transparency, accountability, excellence, and client service quality.
28/11/2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior eFX Low Latency Java Developer Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join the eFX Algo IT team as a Subject Matter Expert in low latency trading systems. This is a hands-on development role focused on building and optimizing pricing, hedging, and market connectivity systems for the eFX trading desk. Experience in eFX pricing is essential , including price construction and algorithmic trading . You'll work closely with Java and C# developers, business analysts, project managers, and QA teams to deliver high-performance solutions. A strong understanding of FX trading, low latency architecture, and compliance within a trading environment is required. This is a hybrid position , requiring 3 days per week in-office at our location near Liverpool Street Station in London. Key Responsibilities Design and develop low latency pricing and trading systems using Java. Collaborate with Front Office and IT teams to prototype and deliver analytics and algorithmic trading solutions. Analyse and optimize performance in high-frequency trading environments. Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle: design, specification, testing, deployment, and support. Provide 3rd line technical support and liaise with production support teams. Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and regular project updates. Support software releases, including occasional out-of-hours deployments. Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Core Attributes & Skills Strong communication and analytical skills. Deep expertise in Java, especially in multithreading, low latency, and performance tuning. Solid understanding of FIX protocol and market connectivity. Proven experience in eFX pricing , including price construction and algo development . Experience in front-office FX or quantitative finance environments. Proficient in UNIX/Linux systems. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies. Production stability mindset and ability to collaborate across infrastructure and support teams. Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering. Proven experience in: Java development (low latency, multithreading, garbage collection-aware techniques). Performance monitoring and metric design. Real-time, mission-critical systems. Linux and message bus technologies. Network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark). Solace or similar messaging platforms. eFX pricing systems and algorithmic trading frameworks. Desirable Postgraduate qualification in computing, mathematics, or statistics. Experience with FX ECNs, pricing algorithms, FIX engines/APIs. Knowledge of FX Options and FIX packages. Competencies Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. Strong technical acumen and delivery focus. Clear communicator with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders. Values: transparency, accountability, excellence, and client service quality.
We re looking for a driven, tech-savvy Application Support Analyst / Technical Support individual to join our Software Support team. In this role, you ll be the go-to Technical Support person for diagnosing and resolving software and application issues across a wide range of platforms. Whether it's logging a client issue, investigating a tricky database error, or coordinating with Development and QA, you ll own each ticket from first contact to resolution, ensuring a smooth, professional experience every time. You will be a SQL pro, with previous experience in Software Support capacity. Role: Software Support Engineer, Application Support Analyst, Application Support, Software Support, Technical Support Engineer, IT Support, Customer Support Engineer, technical Support Location: Milton Keynes Salary: up to £30k base + bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance, cinema tickets & more This is more than a helpdesk job it s a chance to build real relationships, shape how we support our clients, and grow with a company that values initiative, learning, and customer-first thinking. If you're proactive, collaborative, and ready to take ownership in a fast-paced tech environment, we'd love to hear from you. CLICK APPLY and send through your CV.
28/11/2025
Full time
We re looking for a driven, tech-savvy Application Support Analyst / Technical Support individual to join our Software Support team. In this role, you ll be the go-to Technical Support person for diagnosing and resolving software and application issues across a wide range of platforms. Whether it's logging a client issue, investigating a tricky database error, or coordinating with Development and QA, you ll own each ticket from first contact to resolution, ensuring a smooth, professional experience every time. You will be a SQL pro, with previous experience in Software Support capacity. Role: Software Support Engineer, Application Support Analyst, Application Support, Software Support, Technical Support Engineer, IT Support, Customer Support Engineer, technical Support Location: Milton Keynes Salary: up to £30k base + bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance, cinema tickets & more This is more than a helpdesk job it s a chance to build real relationships, shape how we support our clients, and grow with a company that values initiative, learning, and customer-first thinking. If you're proactive, collaborative, and ready to take ownership in a fast-paced tech environment, we'd love to hear from you. CLICK APPLY and send through your CV.
Test Lead/Manager - SAP - 60K + good benefits package - hybrid 2 days per week in the office - London The SAP Test Manager will be responsible for managing all SAP testing required within SAP Transformation programme. This is a hands-on role. Working with stakeholders the role is responsible for developing and delivering a robust, controlled and planned testing and release process for all projects within the SAP Transformation programme. The primary emphasis for this role covers the testing process, development and management of test plans, management of the test team and the automated suite of testing tools. The role also manages the prioritisation process for small changes and the co-ordination of developments with suppliers, support teams and business users. Management, coaching, development and day-to-day leadership of a small team of Testers. Responsibilities: Responsible for coordination of IT and UAT testing, liaising with end users to ensure requirements and timescales are communicated, planned and understood. Ensure code has been through a rigorous QA process before handing over to the end users for UAT. Ensure test scripts are in place for all UAT and regression testing being part of the transformation programme Ensure testing specifications are properly linked to detailed business requirements. Liaise with internal teams to plan and deliver regression testing. Develop the automation test tool to deliver a robust SAP functional testing process and maximise its potential. Proactively and Performantly manage the workload of the team ensuring areas of responsibility are understood, knowledge share becomes second nature, and appropriate documentation is in place. Develop strong working relationships with super users, the rest of the Technology team and suppliers. Key Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Experience of working as a Test Analyst within SAP environments with a proven track record of improving testing processes. Experience in writing detailed test scripts and test plans. Understanding of integration testing and the ability to work alongside other project teams and 3rd parties. Experience with Interface testing. Understanding and experience of SAP solutions and which testing are required. Experience of working with testing tools e.g. Jira, Service Now. Test Planning Managing workload of a small team Please apply with CV to be considered.
28/11/2025
Full time
Test Lead/Manager - SAP - 60K + good benefits package - hybrid 2 days per week in the office - London The SAP Test Manager will be responsible for managing all SAP testing required within SAP Transformation programme. This is a hands-on role. Working with stakeholders the role is responsible for developing and delivering a robust, controlled and planned testing and release process for all projects within the SAP Transformation programme. The primary emphasis for this role covers the testing process, development and management of test plans, management of the test team and the automated suite of testing tools. The role also manages the prioritisation process for small changes and the co-ordination of developments with suppliers, support teams and business users. Management, coaching, development and day-to-day leadership of a small team of Testers. Responsibilities: Responsible for coordination of IT and UAT testing, liaising with end users to ensure requirements and timescales are communicated, planned and understood. Ensure code has been through a rigorous QA process before handing over to the end users for UAT. Ensure test scripts are in place for all UAT and regression testing being part of the transformation programme Ensure testing specifications are properly linked to detailed business requirements. Liaise with internal teams to plan and deliver regression testing. Develop the automation test tool to deliver a robust SAP functional testing process and maximise its potential. Proactively and Performantly manage the workload of the team ensuring areas of responsibility are understood, knowledge share becomes second nature, and appropriate documentation is in place. Develop strong working relationships with super users, the rest of the Technology team and suppliers. Key Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Experience of working as a Test Analyst within SAP environments with a proven track record of improving testing processes. Experience in writing detailed test scripts and test plans. Understanding of integration testing and the ability to work alongside other project teams and 3rd parties. Experience with Interface testing. Understanding and experience of SAP solutions and which testing are required. Experience of working with testing tools e.g. Jira, Service Now. Test Planning Managing workload of a small team Please apply with CV to be considered.
Contract Role: Senior Business Analyst - AxiomSL Location: London/Hybrid Contract Duration: 12 months Start Date: Immediate Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst (Contract) to support regulatory reporting workstreams within our Capital Markets function. The role requires strong hands-on expertise with AxiomSL ControllerView and in-depth knowledge of Basel III/IV requirements. You will work directly with business stakeholders and IT teams to deliver analysis, documentation, and testing for enhancements to the regulatory reporting platform. Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Business Analysis Lead requirements gathering sessions with Risk, Finance, and Compliance teams. Analyse Basel regulations (RWA, Leverage Ratio, Large Exposures) and translate them into actionable requirements. Perform gap analysis between current reporting processes, data sources, and regulatory changes. Produce high-quality BRDs, FSDs, data mappings, and workflow documentation. AxiomSL Delivery & Platform Support Work with IT on AxiomSL ControllerView configurations, data modelling, and rule development. Define data lineage, data transformation logic, and data quality checks for regulatory reports. Create and execute UAT plans and test cases; validate Axiom outputs and support defect resolution. Stakeholder & Project Support Act as liaison between business teams and development/QA teams. Provide clarification on requirements and ensure alignment with scope and timelines. Maintain project artefacts and support production readiness activities. Required Skills 7+ years Business Analysis experience within banking/capital markets. 3+ years hands-on AxiomSL ControllerView experience. Strong understanding of Basel III (Basel IV preferred). Knowledge of major capital markets products and their regulatory capital impact. Strong SQL skills for data investigation and validation. Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory texts and convert them into technical requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder-facing skills. Nice-to-Have Experience with other reporting platforms (Moody's, Wolters Kluwer). Knowledge of FINREP/COREP, MiFID II. Familiarity with Agile delivery. Industry certifications (CFA, FRM, CBAP). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
26/11/2025
Contractor
Contract Role: Senior Business Analyst - AxiomSL Location: London/Hybrid Contract Duration: 12 months Start Date: Immediate Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst (Contract) to support regulatory reporting workstreams within our Capital Markets function. The role requires strong hands-on expertise with AxiomSL ControllerView and in-depth knowledge of Basel III/IV requirements. You will work directly with business stakeholders and IT teams to deliver analysis, documentation, and testing for enhancements to the regulatory reporting platform. Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Business Analysis Lead requirements gathering sessions with Risk, Finance, and Compliance teams. Analyse Basel regulations (RWA, Leverage Ratio, Large Exposures) and translate them into actionable requirements. Perform gap analysis between current reporting processes, data sources, and regulatory changes. Produce high-quality BRDs, FSDs, data mappings, and workflow documentation. AxiomSL Delivery & Platform Support Work with IT on AxiomSL ControllerView configurations, data modelling, and rule development. Define data lineage, data transformation logic, and data quality checks for regulatory reports. Create and execute UAT plans and test cases; validate Axiom outputs and support defect resolution. Stakeholder & Project Support Act as liaison between business teams and development/QA teams. Provide clarification on requirements and ensure alignment with scope and timelines. Maintain project artefacts and support production readiness activities. Required Skills 7+ years Business Analysis experience within banking/capital markets. 3+ years hands-on AxiomSL ControllerView experience. Strong understanding of Basel III (Basel IV preferred). Knowledge of major capital markets products and their regulatory capital impact. Strong SQL skills for data investigation and validation. Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory texts and convert them into technical requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder-facing skills. Nice-to-Have Experience with other reporting platforms (Moody's, Wolters Kluwer). Knowledge of FINREP/COREP, MiFID II. Familiarity with Agile delivery. Industry certifications (CFA, FRM, CBAP). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Product Delivery Team Leader Location: Ipswich (Hybrid, 3 days on site) Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + Bonus REED Technology are working with a client who require an experienced Agile leader with a passion for delivering high-quality IT products and services? We're looking for a Product Delivery Team Leader to join a dynamic technology team and drive the successful delivery of innovative solutions. As the Product Delivery Team Leader, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT products and services , ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and quality standards. This role is pivotal in leading Agile transformation and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment. You will spend approximately 30% of your time managing a team of Business Analysts, and QA professionals, so strong leadership and people management skills are essential. The successful candidate will be relatable, approachable, and able to inspire and coach their team to thrive in a fast-paced IT change environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts, Scrum Masters, and QA specialists. Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices across IT and business services. Develop and manage plans, roadmaps, and quarterly planning sessions. Ensure initiatives and frameworks are in place and maintained. Oversee requirements gathering, test planning, and QA strategies. Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations. Assess risks associated with solution designs and initiatives. Support team members' professional and technical development. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading Agile delivery teams with successful multi-year delivery. Strong background in Agile project management , Scrum, and SDLC models. Excellent communication skills - your style will be assessed via a presentation. Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and deliver robust test plans. Experience in driving business change and cross-functional working. Strong coaching mindset and leadership skills Desirable Skills Business and systems analysis expertise. Familiarity with UML, use case, activity, and sequence diagrams. Experience with requirements management and modelling tools. If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience/skills, please apply using the link provided.
25/11/2025
Full time
Product Delivery Team Leader Location: Ipswich (Hybrid, 3 days on site) Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + Bonus REED Technology are working with a client who require an experienced Agile leader with a passion for delivering high-quality IT products and services? We're looking for a Product Delivery Team Leader to join a dynamic technology team and drive the successful delivery of innovative solutions. As the Product Delivery Team Leader, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT products and services , ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and quality standards. This role is pivotal in leading Agile transformation and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment. You will spend approximately 30% of your time managing a team of Business Analysts, and QA professionals, so strong leadership and people management skills are essential. The successful candidate will be relatable, approachable, and able to inspire and coach their team to thrive in a fast-paced IT change environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts, Scrum Masters, and QA specialists. Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices across IT and business services. Develop and manage plans, roadmaps, and quarterly planning sessions. Ensure initiatives and frameworks are in place and maintained. Oversee requirements gathering, test planning, and QA strategies. Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations. Assess risks associated with solution designs and initiatives. Support team members' professional and technical development. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading Agile delivery teams with successful multi-year delivery. Strong background in Agile project management , Scrum, and SDLC models. Excellent communication skills - your style will be assessed via a presentation. Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and deliver robust test plans. Experience in driving business change and cross-functional working. Strong coaching mindset and leadership skills Desirable Skills Business and systems analysis expertise. Familiarity with UML, use case, activity, and sequence diagrams. Experience with requirements management and modelling tools. If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience/skills, please apply using the link provided.
Square One Resources
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Job Title: Project Manager - FS Experience Mandatory Location: Northampton or Manchester/hybrid Salary/Rate: Up to 358 per day inside IR35 Start Date: 15/12/2025 Job Type: Contract Company Introduction Client is looking for Project Manager with deep experience in Agile methodologies and Change Management to lead strategic initiatives within the Banking and Financial Services domain. The role involves managing complex projects across digital banking, regulatory compliance, and operational transformation, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder alignment in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across retail banking, corporate banking, payments, or risk & compliance domains. Apply Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) to drive iterative delivery and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and QA. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Drive stakeholder engagement across business units, technology teams, and external vendors. Develop and execute change management strategies to support adoption of new systems, processes, or regulatory changes. Ensure compliance with banking regulations (e.g., RBI, SEBI, Basel III) and internal governance standards. Facilitate Agile ceremonies, retrospectives, and workshops to build agile maturity. Track and report project performance using dashboards and KPIs aligned with business outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, IT, or related field (MBA or PMP preferred). Project management experience in the banking or financial services industry. Strong experience in Agile delivery and enterprise-level change management. Certifications such as PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe Agilist, or Prosci Change Practitioner. Familiarity with banking systems (e.g., core banking, loan origination, digital channels). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI. Preferred Skills Experience in digital transformation, fintech integration, or regulatory change programs. Understanding of financial products and services (e.g., credit, payments, wealth management). Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. Ability to manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations. 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.
24/11/2025
Contractor
Job Title: Project Manager - FS Experience Mandatory Location: Northampton or Manchester/hybrid Salary/Rate: Up to 358 per day inside IR35 Start Date: 15/12/2025 Job Type: Contract Company Introduction Client is looking for Project Manager with deep experience in Agile methodologies and Change Management to lead strategic initiatives within the Banking and Financial Services domain. The role involves managing complex projects across digital banking, regulatory compliance, and operational transformation, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder alignment in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across retail banking, corporate banking, payments, or risk & compliance domains. Apply Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) to drive iterative delivery and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and QA. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Drive stakeholder engagement across business units, technology teams, and external vendors. Develop and execute change management strategies to support adoption of new systems, processes, or regulatory changes. Ensure compliance with banking regulations (e.g., RBI, SEBI, Basel III) and internal governance standards. Facilitate Agile ceremonies, retrospectives, and workshops to build agile maturity. Track and report project performance using dashboards and KPIs aligned with business outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, IT, or related field (MBA or PMP preferred). Project management experience in the banking or financial services industry. Strong experience in Agile delivery and enterprise-level change management. Certifications such as PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe Agilist, or Prosci Change Practitioner. Familiarity with banking systems (e.g., core banking, loan origination, digital channels). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI. Preferred Skills Experience in digital transformation, fintech integration, or regulatory change programs. Understanding of financial products and services (e.g., credit, payments, wealth management). Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. Ability to manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations. 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.
Test Analyst Location: Lymington, Hampshire Salary: Up to 32k. Working Arrangement: Full-time on-site for initial 6 weeks, then hybrid/remote A leading Marina Operator based in Lymington is seeking a Test Analyst to join their dynamic in-house software development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a bespoke ERP SaaS application that underpins operations across a growing national network of marinas. As Test Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of their digital platforms through automated testing, working closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for web-based ERP systems Collaborate with developers and business analysts to define test strategies and acceptance criteria Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools Support continuous integration and deployment processes Contribute to the overall improvement of testing frameworks and QA practices Skills & Experience Experience in automated testing Experience of working with work item tracking systems (Jira / Azure DevOps) Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies Experience testing SaaS or ERP platforms highly desirable Excellent communication and problem-solving skills ISTQB certification (or equivalent) is required. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Paying up to 32k, depending on experience.
21/11/2025
Full time
Test Analyst Location: Lymington, Hampshire Salary: Up to 32k. Working Arrangement: Full-time on-site for initial 6 weeks, then hybrid/remote A leading Marina Operator based in Lymington is seeking a Test Analyst to join their dynamic in-house software development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a bespoke ERP SaaS application that underpins operations across a growing national network of marinas. As Test Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of their digital platforms through automated testing, working closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for web-based ERP systems Collaborate with developers and business analysts to define test strategies and acceptance criteria Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools Support continuous integration and deployment processes Contribute to the overall improvement of testing frameworks and QA practices Skills & Experience Experience in automated testing Experience of working with work item tracking systems (Jira / Azure DevOps) Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies Experience testing SaaS or ERP platforms highly desirable Excellent communication and problem-solving skills ISTQB certification (or equivalent) is required. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Paying up to 32k, depending on experience.
Agile Product Owner - Global brand - Enterprise-scale projects! North Lincolnshire / Hybrid (3 days in the office) Up to 45,000 plus 5k bonus and much more! Are you a battle-scarred Product Owner looking to to join a buzzing, talented Agile squad responsible for delivery a range of leading Digital Products that make a real impact with their users. We're working with a well-known firm who thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing? As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital, key link between stakeholders and the tech teams. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For? We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to 45,000, an annual bonus of 5k and a cracking benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth! Contact or call me on (phone number removed) for immediate consideration! Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
20/11/2025
Full time
Agile Product Owner - Global brand - Enterprise-scale projects! North Lincolnshire / Hybrid (3 days in the office) Up to 45,000 plus 5k bonus and much more! Are you a battle-scarred Product Owner looking to to join a buzzing, talented Agile squad responsible for delivery a range of leading Digital Products that make a real impact with their users. We're working with a well-known firm who thrives on agility, experimentation, and continuous improvement. If you're a Product Owner who loves turning ideas into reality and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing? As a Product Owner, you'll be the vital, key link between stakeholders and the tech teams. You'll take ownership of the product backlog, shaping and prioritising work that aligns with strategic goals. You'll translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables and work closely with developers, analysts, UX, and QA to bring them to life. You'll lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews ensuring the team is always focused on delivering value. You'll also monitor progress, remove blockers, and adapt priorities based on feedback and performance. It's a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the success of key digital initiatives. What We're Looking For? We're after someone with solid experience in agile delivery environments and a proven track record of owning and shaping digital product outcomes. You'll need to be comfortable working closely with technical teams and confident in breaking down large pieces of work into structured, manageable chunks. Strong stakeholder management is key, you'll be balancing different priorities and making decisions that drive the most value. If you're familiar with tools like Jira and Confluence, even better. Why Join? You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. The company offers a competitive salary of up to 45,000, an annual bonus of 5k and a cracking benefits package. There's also an individual training budget to support your growth! Contact or call me on (phone number removed) for immediate consideration! Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Reed Technology
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Are you detail-driven and passionate about delivering quality? We're looking for an experienced Manual Tester to join an existing team for a tech-focused business in Newcastle. What You'll Do Collaborate with Developers, and QA colleagues to ensure requirements are clear, testable, and delivered to a high standard. Carry out functional, regression, smoke, exploratory, and acceptance testing across web and mobile platforms. Test on multiple devices, browsers, and operating systems to guarantee consistency and compatibility. Create and maintain manual test cases. Document detailed and reproducible bug reports , working closely with developers to resolve issues quickly. Contribute to test plans, release notes, and QA documentation , supporting smooth delivery cycles. Assist in meeting performance, security, and accessibility compliance requirements. Help improve test coverage, metrics, and QA processes across the team. What We're Looking For Solid experience in manual testing for software applications. ideal candidates will have experience in cross browser and mobile application testing. Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce clear documentation. Collaborative approach and strong communication skills. Why Join Us? Flexible working (3 days per week at home). 2 days in Newcastle office. Competitive salary up to 50,000 Work on exciting projects with a supportive team.
20/11/2025
Full time
Are you detail-driven and passionate about delivering quality? We're looking for an experienced Manual Tester to join an existing team for a tech-focused business in Newcastle. What You'll Do Collaborate with Developers, and QA colleagues to ensure requirements are clear, testable, and delivered to a high standard. Carry out functional, regression, smoke, exploratory, and acceptance testing across web and mobile platforms. Test on multiple devices, browsers, and operating systems to guarantee consistency and compatibility. Create and maintain manual test cases. Document detailed and reproducible bug reports , working closely with developers to resolve issues quickly. Contribute to test plans, release notes, and QA documentation , supporting smooth delivery cycles. Assist in meeting performance, security, and accessibility compliance requirements. Help improve test coverage, metrics, and QA processes across the team. What We're Looking For Solid experience in manual testing for software applications. ideal candidates will have experience in cross browser and mobile application testing. Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce clear documentation. Collaborative approach and strong communication skills. Why Join Us? Flexible working (3 days per week at home). 2 days in Newcastle office. Competitive salary up to 50,000 Work on exciting projects with a supportive team.
