Lead / Senior DevOps Engineer Contract Opportunity - Inside IR35 UK Wide The Bridge IT are supporting a flagship digital transformation programme, seeking experienced Senior and Lead DevOps Engineers to join established engineering teams. This is a long-term contract with significant scope for impact, working on critical national services. Day rate: £625 £650 p/d (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to sites across the UK Duration: Until March 2026 (initial), with expectation of 12-month extension Clearance: SC Clearance required (will sponsor if needed) The Role: You will be part of cross-functional teams delivering and maintaining large-scale digital platforms, ensuring high availability, scalability, and resilience. The role requires a blend of technical depth and leadership capability particularly in automation, observability, and mentoring team members. Key Skills & Experience: DevOps/SRE experience (5+ years) ownership of projects, strong automation and Infrastructure-as-Code approach, incident management, and leadership of initiatives. Terraform production use including modules, state management, and AWS integration. Kafka experience with production clusters, scaling, tuning, troubleshooting, and event-driven systems. MongoDB strong admin experience including replication, sharding, tuning, and backups. Monitoring/Observability Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog, with strong alerting/SLO design. AWS expertise across EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM, ALB/NLB, and cost optimisation. Linux advanced administration, performance debugging, and security hardening. CI/CD & Automation Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions, plus containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and GitOps practices. If this sounds of interest, please apply to hear more!
25/10/2025
Contractor
Lead / Senior DevOps Engineer Contract Opportunity - Inside IR35 UK Wide The Bridge IT are supporting a flagship digital transformation programme, seeking experienced Senior and Lead DevOps Engineers to join established engineering teams. This is a long-term contract with significant scope for impact, working on critical national services. Day rate: £625 £650 p/d (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to sites across the UK Duration: Until March 2026 (initial), with expectation of 12-month extension Clearance: SC Clearance required (will sponsor if needed) The Role: You will be part of cross-functional teams delivering and maintaining large-scale digital platforms, ensuring high availability, scalability, and resilience. The role requires a blend of technical depth and leadership capability particularly in automation, observability, and mentoring team members. Key Skills & Experience: DevOps/SRE experience (5+ years) ownership of projects, strong automation and Infrastructure-as-Code approach, incident management, and leadership of initiatives. Terraform production use including modules, state management, and AWS integration. Kafka experience with production clusters, scaling, tuning, troubleshooting, and event-driven systems. MongoDB strong admin experience including replication, sharding, tuning, and backups. Monitoring/Observability Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog, with strong alerting/SLO design. AWS expertise across EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM, ALB/NLB, and cost optimisation. Linux advanced administration, performance debugging, and security hardening. CI/CD & Automation Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions, plus containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and GitOps practices. If this sounds of interest, please apply to hear more!
Role Title: Platform DevOps Engineer Duration: 6 Months Location: Remote Rate: £750 Per Day - Umbrella only Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation?Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose / summary The candidate should have the following qualities and experience:Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative Self-learning Being a team player, i.e. take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledgeTechnologies The must have requirements centre around the base technology platforms that we build all our infrastructure):AWSCloud Formation or TerraformNginxLinux administrationPackerCollaboration tools (Git, Jira, Confluence, etc) Be SC ClearableNote the more senior the resource then the following become Must have's:KubernetesDockerHashicorp tools (Packer, Consul, Vault, etc)Skills:Working within an agile context with the use of CI Articulate a logical design, and understand how this translates to physical infrastructure Experience with defining and working with the constraint of NFRs such as cost, scalability, availabilityThe must have skills will determine how well they will be able to integrate into our way of working and the principals we use when making strategic and long-term decisions.Nice to have:Technologies:KubernetesDockerHashicorp tools (Packer, Consul, Vault, etc) Other networking technologiesAll profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
24/10/2025
Contractor
Role Title: Platform DevOps Engineer Duration: 6 Months Location: Remote Rate: £750 Per Day - Umbrella only Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation?Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose / summary The candidate should have the following qualities and experience:Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative Self-learning Being a team player, i.e. take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledgeTechnologies The must have requirements centre around the base technology platforms that we build all our infrastructure):AWSCloud Formation or TerraformNginxLinux administrationPackerCollaboration tools (Git, Jira, Confluence, etc) Be SC ClearableNote the more senior the resource then the following become Must have's:KubernetesDockerHashicorp tools (Packer, Consul, Vault, etc)Skills:Working within an agile context with the use of CI Articulate a logical design, and understand how this translates to physical infrastructure Experience with defining and working with the constraint of NFRs such as cost, scalability, availabilityThe must have skills will determine how well they will be able to integrate into our way of working and the principals we use when making strategic and long-term decisions.Nice to have:Technologies:KubernetesDockerHashicorp tools (Packer, Consul, Vault, etc) Other networking technologiesAll profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
Salesforce Project Manager: A global Salesforce partner, with significant project demand, is seeking a Salesforce Project Manager to support the delivery of their projects within financial services, insurance and energy/utilities sectors. They are currently delivering multiple £3m+ digital transformation programmes and have attracted numerous individuals from big 4 consulting firms to become part of their high performing business. Due to the size and complex nature of the projects they are delivering, they are looking for Project Managers with strong Salesforce experience, familiar with delivering large, complex projects (£1m+ budget) in a consulting environment. Main Responsibilities of the role will include: Ensuring the successful end-to-end delivery of complex Salesforce projects. Developing relationships with senior stakeholders. Having full ownership of projects from budgeting, scheduling, team management, risk and quality. Achieving high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the project. Working with the leadership team to define internal processes and project delivery methods. The successful candidate will be expected to have: 3+ years experience delivering Salesforce projects. Previously worked in a Salesforce consulting environment. Delivered highly complex projects, in budget. Managed nearshore and offshore teams. Experience in the telco, utilities/energy or insurance industries (nice to have). Role : Salesforce Project Manager Location : In office, hybrid or remote - the choice is yours! Salary : £65,000 - £75,000 + 10% bonus For immediate consideration, please send your CV to the details provided and Zak Harvey will be in touch shortly. Lawrence Harvey are one of the leading Salesforce recruitment specialists in the UK, representing Salesforce directly, the partner network and the end-user community. As highly competent consultants, we are consistently building on the excellent reputation that we have already established in Salesforce recruitment. We work in partnership with our clients and candidates building a relationship through understanding so we can ensure we are always delivering to their needs.
24/10/2025
Full time
Salesforce Project Manager: A global Salesforce partner, with significant project demand, is seeking a Salesforce Project Manager to support the delivery of their projects within financial services, insurance and energy/utilities sectors. They are currently delivering multiple £3m+ digital transformation programmes and have attracted numerous individuals from big 4 consulting firms to become part of their high performing business. Due to the size and complex nature of the projects they are delivering, they are looking for Project Managers with strong Salesforce experience, familiar with delivering large, complex projects (£1m+ budget) in a consulting environment. Main Responsibilities of the role will include: Ensuring the successful end-to-end delivery of complex Salesforce projects. Developing relationships with senior stakeholders. Having full ownership of projects from budgeting, scheduling, team management, risk and quality. Achieving high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the project. Working with the leadership team to define internal processes and project delivery methods. The successful candidate will be expected to have: 3+ years experience delivering Salesforce projects. Previously worked in a Salesforce consulting environment. Delivered highly complex projects, in budget. Managed nearshore and offshore teams. Experience in the telco, utilities/energy or insurance industries (nice to have). Role : Salesforce Project Manager Location : In office, hybrid or remote - the choice is yours! Salary : £65,000 - £75,000 + 10% bonus For immediate consideration, please send your CV to the details provided and Zak Harvey will be in touch shortly. Lawrence Harvey are one of the leading Salesforce recruitment specialists in the UK, representing Salesforce directly, the partner network and the end-user community. As highly competent consultants, we are consistently building on the excellent reputation that we have already established in Salesforce recruitment. We work in partnership with our clients and candidates building a relationship through understanding so we can ensure we are always delivering to their needs.
Company description: There are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defense and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Their teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. We are excited to hear from Solution Architects with experience across the majority of leading vendors including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle, IBM, Salesforce and more. Job description Create and assure key architecture artifacts (e.g., Key Design Decision, Technical Options Paper, High Level Design) Collaborate closely with Engineering teams, often taking a lead SME role to define vision and establish Architectural Guardrails. Support senior leaders in shaping their case for change, leading on cost estimation and detailed planning. Work to agile best practices and crossfunctionally with multiple teams and stakeholders. You ll be using your technical skills to problem solve with our clients, as well as working on internal projects Hybrid working with the team on client site or in our office a minimum of two days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on a client site. An environment that deeply cares about its values Qualifications Experience : Handson Software Engineering background with experience leading engineering teams to deliver applications and services. Clear understanding and practical application of architecture and delivery methodologies. Operate confidently across all architectural domains with a specialism in at least one: Business, Data, Application, Technology, and Security. Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. You thrive in problem-solving and analytical thinking You enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Certifications in appropriate methodologies and cloud technologies are advantageous. Tech Stack: Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP Architecture frameworks: TOGAF, Zachmann, MODAF Agile methodologies: SAFe, Scrum, Kanban Modeling tools: UML, ArchiMate, Ardoq Additional information With a dedication to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of their people. Check out some of the extensive benefits that come with this role: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus Share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) If you're driven by collaboration, passionate about leadingedge technologies, and want to make a real-world impact through innovative solutions, we encourage you to apply. We also have openings in the following areas - Belfast, Manchester and London Aspire Personnel Ltd acts as an employment business for interim positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Aspire Personnel Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
24/10/2025
Full time
Company description: There are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defense and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Their teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. We are excited to hear from Solution Architects with experience across the majority of leading vendors including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle, IBM, Salesforce and more. Job description Create and assure key architecture artifacts (e.g., Key Design Decision, Technical Options Paper, High Level Design) Collaborate closely with Engineering teams, often taking a lead SME role to define vision and establish Architectural Guardrails. Support senior leaders in shaping their case for change, leading on cost estimation and detailed planning. Work to agile best practices and crossfunctionally with multiple teams and stakeholders. You ll be using your technical skills to problem solve with our clients, as well as working on internal projects Hybrid working with the team on client site or in our office a minimum of two days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on a client site. An environment that deeply cares about its values Qualifications Experience : Handson Software Engineering background with experience leading engineering teams to deliver applications and services. Clear understanding and practical application of architecture and delivery methodologies. Operate confidently across all architectural domains with a specialism in at least one: Business, Data, Application, Technology, and Security. Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. You thrive in problem-solving and analytical thinking You enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Certifications in appropriate methodologies and cloud technologies are advantageous. Tech Stack: Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP Architecture frameworks: TOGAF, Zachmann, MODAF Agile methodologies: SAFe, Scrum, Kanban Modeling tools: UML, ArchiMate, Ardoq Additional information With a dedication to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of their people. Check out some of the extensive benefits that come with this role: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus Share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) If you're driven by collaboration, passionate about leadingedge technologies, and want to make a real-world impact through innovative solutions, we encourage you to apply. We also have openings in the following areas - Belfast, Manchester and London Aspire Personnel Ltd acts as an employment business for interim positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Aspire Personnel Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
As a Senior Digital Service Owner , you will lead and be accountable for the strategy, governance, and delivery of our client's digital service portfolio. This includes six service portfolios: Cloud and Hosting, Communications and Collaboration, Engineering and Research, Enterprise IT, Software, and Workplace IT. You will ensure the end-to-end delivery, quality, and continuous improvement of these services to meet agreed service levels. You will adopt a portfolio view, managing multiple services and products across channels, acting as a connection between multidisciplinary business areas and stakeholders, and serving as a key escalation point for delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Establish and implement a fully functioning multi-service strategy that delivers current and future business needs. Lead teams (technical experts, programme, portfolio, and project managers) to develop, implement, and continually improve digital services. Manage the end-to-end governance and operation of services, ensuring delivery to required standards. Act as the escalation point for IT Digital services within your portfolio. Monitor, evaluate, and report on service performance to inform continual improvement plans. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, influencing them to support the digital service strategy. Work in an agile manner to manage service change priorities based on evolving requirements. Allocate funding and resources across services based on business priorities. Communicate benefits, outcomes, and performance metrics to senior stakeholders. Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience in developing IT digital service strategies that meet current and future business needs. Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business requirements into operational delivery. Demonstrable experience leading IT services through the full lifecycle: inception, adoption, continual improvement, and decommissioning. Strong track record of managing multiple IT digital services to meet contractual, KPI, and SLA standards. Experience delivering IT digital services using internal teams, contractors, and third-party providers. Skilled in negotiating Service Level Agreements and ensuring effective performance of teams and third parties. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to manage conflicting priorities and adapt to changing requirements while delivering results. Experience working across digital teams, developing roadmaps, and translating them into initiatives that deliver business value. ITIL Level 3 certification (or equivalent experience). Agile working experience (e.g., PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner, Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) or equivalent).
24/10/2025
Contractor
As a Senior Digital Service Owner , you will lead and be accountable for the strategy, governance, and delivery of our client's digital service portfolio. This includes six service portfolios: Cloud and Hosting, Communications and Collaboration, Engineering and Research, Enterprise IT, Software, and Workplace IT. You will ensure the end-to-end delivery, quality, and continuous improvement of these services to meet agreed service levels. You will adopt a portfolio view, managing multiple services and products across channels, acting as a connection between multidisciplinary business areas and stakeholders, and serving as a key escalation point for delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Establish and implement a fully functioning multi-service strategy that delivers current and future business needs. Lead teams (technical experts, programme, portfolio, and project managers) to develop, implement, and continually improve digital services. Manage the end-to-end governance and operation of services, ensuring delivery to required standards. Act as the escalation point for IT Digital services within your portfolio. Monitor, evaluate, and report on service performance to inform continual improvement plans. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, influencing them to support the digital service strategy. Work in an agile manner to manage service change priorities based on evolving requirements. Allocate funding and resources across services based on business priorities. Communicate benefits, outcomes, and performance metrics to senior stakeholders. Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience in developing IT digital service strategies that meet current and future business needs. Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business requirements into operational delivery. Demonstrable experience leading IT services through the full lifecycle: inception, adoption, continual improvement, and decommissioning. Strong track record of managing multiple IT digital services to meet contractual, KPI, and SLA standards. Experience delivering IT digital services using internal teams, contractors, and third-party providers. Skilled in negotiating Service Level Agreements and ensuring effective performance of teams and third parties. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to manage conflicting priorities and adapt to changing requirements while delivering results. Experience working across digital teams, developing roadmaps, and translating them into initiatives that deliver business value. ITIL Level 3 certification (or equivalent experience). Agile working experience (e.g., PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner, Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) or equivalent).
Senior Full Stack Developer (Java) Location: Hybrid (West Midlands) Sector: Public sector experience preferred Clearance: SC Eligible (5 years permanentlly in the UK) We are TXP. We help businesses and organisations move forward, at pace and at scale. We believe in the transformative power of combining technology and people. By providing consulting expertise, development services and resourcing, we work closely with organisations to solve their most complex business problems. Our work transforms organisations - and we take that responsibility seriously. We focus on success, pursue excellence and take ownership of everything we do. But achieving that level of performance requires an inclusive and supportive working environment. We believe in the power of technology and people, and we help everyone here to succeed. At TXP, you can multiply your potential. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Full Stack Developer at TXP, you'll leading the technical delivery of high-impact software projects within internal or customer Application Development Teams. While your focus will be on Back End development using Java and Spring, you'll also contribute to Front End work, ideally with React, or JavaScript/TypeScript. You'll guide a small team, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery. You'll be hands-on throughout the full software development life cycle, designing, coding, testing, resolving defects, and deploying solutions. You'll also play a key role in sprint planning, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with customers and partners to meet business commitments. Your ability to spot risks early and solve problems proactively will be critical to project success. What We're Looking For Technical Skills: Strong experience with Java (1.6/1.8), Spring, REST APIs, and Oracle PL/SQL Solid Front End experience with React (preferred) or JavaScript/TypeScript Knowledge of microservices, Maven, Kubernetes/Docker, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, sprint planning, and rituals Experience with JUnit, Mockito, TDD, and CI/CD practices Professional Experience: Hands-on development experience Proven ability to lead technical delivery and mentor junior developers Exposure to public sector projects and BPSS clearance (or eligibility) is highly desirable Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, logical, and quality-focused Strong communicator: able to explain technical concepts clearly Proactive, disciplined, and solutions-driven Collaborative, and enthusiastic about team success What Success Looks Like You deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions that meet business and technical objectives. You lead your development team with clarity and accountability, ensuring smooth delivery and early risk mitigation. You build strong relationships with stakeholders, maintaining excellent communication and trust. You contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring others and sharing knowledge. You help TXP deliver reliable, impactful digital services Benefits: 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). Life assurance (3x). Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. Cycle to work scheme. Corporate eye-care vouchers. Access to an independent Financial Advisor. 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that. Apply now to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your skills will shape the future of digital delivery.
24/10/2025
Full time
Senior Full Stack Developer (Java) Location: Hybrid (West Midlands) Sector: Public sector experience preferred Clearance: SC Eligible (5 years permanentlly in the UK) We are TXP. We help businesses and organisations move forward, at pace and at scale. We believe in the transformative power of combining technology and people. By providing consulting expertise, development services and resourcing, we work closely with organisations to solve their most complex business problems. Our work transforms organisations - and we take that responsibility seriously. We focus on success, pursue excellence and take ownership of everything we do. But achieving that level of performance requires an inclusive and supportive working environment. We believe in the power of technology and people, and we help everyone here to succeed. At TXP, you can multiply your potential. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Full Stack Developer at TXP, you'll leading the technical delivery of high-impact software projects within internal or customer Application Development Teams. While your focus will be on Back End development using Java and Spring, you'll also contribute to Front End work, ideally with React, or JavaScript/TypeScript. You'll guide a small team, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery. You'll be hands-on throughout the full software development life cycle, designing, coding, testing, resolving defects, and deploying solutions. You'll also play a key role in sprint planning, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with customers and partners to meet business commitments. Your ability to spot risks early and solve problems proactively will be critical to project success. What We're Looking For Technical Skills: Strong experience with Java (1.6/1.8), Spring, REST APIs, and Oracle PL/SQL Solid Front End experience with React (preferred) or JavaScript/TypeScript Knowledge of microservices, Maven, Kubernetes/Docker, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, sprint planning, and rituals Experience with JUnit, Mockito, TDD, and CI/CD practices Professional Experience: Hands-on development experience Proven ability to lead technical delivery and mentor junior developers Exposure to public sector projects and BPSS clearance (or eligibility) is highly desirable Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, logical, and quality-focused Strong communicator: able to explain technical concepts clearly Proactive, disciplined, and solutions-driven Collaborative, and enthusiastic about team success What Success Looks Like You deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions that meet business and technical objectives. You lead your development team with clarity and accountability, ensuring smooth delivery and early risk mitigation. You build strong relationships with stakeholders, maintaining excellent communication and trust. You contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring others and sharing knowledge. You help TXP deliver reliable, impactful digital services Benefits: 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). Life assurance (3x). Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. Cycle to work scheme. Corporate eye-care vouchers. Access to an independent Financial Advisor. 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that. Apply now to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your skills will shape the future of digital delivery.
An excellent opportunity for a Senior Digital Service Owner to take ownership of a diverse digital service portfolio and shape the strategy for its delivery and continuous improvement. The role will be accountable for the end-to-end management, governance and performance of key digital services, ensuring they align with organisational goals and deliver measurable value. You will lead a portfolio covering multiple areas such as Cloud and Hosting, Collaboration, Enterprise IT, Software, Engineering and Workplace IT. The successful candidate will define service strategy, oversee delivery, drive continual improvement, and maintain effective stakeholder engagement across the organisation. Key responsibilities: Define and implement a multi-service digital strategy that meets evolving business needs Lead service delivery, governance, and continual improvement to agreed standards and KPIs Oversee the full life cycle of digital services, from inception to decommissioning Act as the escalation point for operational issues and service quality concerns Build and maintain effective relationships with technical teams and senior stakeholders Monitor performance and ensure services deliver measurable outcomes and value Manage third-party providers and negotiate service level agreements Essential experience: Proven experience leading digital or IT service portfolios in complex organisations Strong background in service strategy, delivery, and performance management Demonstrable experience managing multiple concurrent services and priorities Ability to work with diverse teams and translate strategic goals into operational reality Experience managing vendor relationships and third-party service delivery models Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills ITIL Level 3 certification (or equivalent experience) Experience working in agile environments (eg Scrum, PMI-Agile, PSM I) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance essential This role offers a chance to shape the direction and effectiveness of critical digital services that underpin a fast-moving, technology-driven organisation. Apply now for immediate consideration.
24/10/2025
Contractor
An excellent opportunity for a Senior Digital Service Owner to take ownership of a diverse digital service portfolio and shape the strategy for its delivery and continuous improvement. The role will be accountable for the end-to-end management, governance and performance of key digital services, ensuring they align with organisational goals and deliver measurable value. You will lead a portfolio covering multiple areas such as Cloud and Hosting, Collaboration, Enterprise IT, Software, Engineering and Workplace IT. The successful candidate will define service strategy, oversee delivery, drive continual improvement, and maintain effective stakeholder engagement across the organisation. Key responsibilities: Define and implement a multi-service digital strategy that meets evolving business needs Lead service delivery, governance, and continual improvement to agreed standards and KPIs Oversee the full life cycle of digital services, from inception to decommissioning Act as the escalation point for operational issues and service quality concerns Build and maintain effective relationships with technical teams and senior stakeholders Monitor performance and ensure services deliver measurable outcomes and value Manage third-party providers and negotiate service level agreements Essential experience: Proven experience leading digital or IT service portfolios in complex organisations Strong background in service strategy, delivery, and performance management Demonstrable experience managing multiple concurrent services and priorities Ability to work with diverse teams and translate strategic goals into operational reality Experience managing vendor relationships and third-party service delivery models Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills ITIL Level 3 certification (or equivalent experience) Experience working in agile environments (eg Scrum, PMI-Agile, PSM I) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance essential This role offers a chance to shape the direction and effectiveness of critical digital services that underpin a fast-moving, technology-driven organisation. Apply now for immediate consideration.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Digital Service Owner to work a 12-month contract occasionally on-site in either Salisbury or Fareham for our client. As a Senior Digital Service Owner, you will lead and be accountable for establishing and implementing the strategy of the digital service portfolio. The six service portfolios are as follows - Cloud and Hosting, Communications and Collaboration, Engineering and Research, Enterprise IT, Software, and Workplace IT. You will ensure the end-to-end delivery, governance and quality of these services to agreed service levels. Establish and implement a fully functioning multi-service strategy, containing a suite of digital services that deliver against the future and current business needs. Work with teams (technical experts and programme, portfolio and project managers) to ensure services are developed, implemented and continually improved in line with business needs. Be responsible for the end-to-end management and governance of these services. Be responsible for the successful operation and continuous improvement of the services to the required standards and changing needs of the business. Act as the escalation point of contact for your IT Digital services. Continually monitor, evaluate and report on quality-of-service levels to inform continual improvement plans. Create and maintain a supportive stakeholder network using effective communication and influencing them to buy into the strategy. Work in an agile manor to manage service change priorities within the service portfolio based on changing requirements. Essential: Significant experience of developing IT digital service strategies that identify (and meet) current and future business needs. A strategic mindset who can work with stakeholders and teams to understand business requirements and then deliver into operational reality. Demonstrable experience of leading IT services through the entirety of their life cycle, from inception through to adoption, continual improvement and decommissioning. Clear experience of leading and managing multiple IT Digital services meeting quality, contractual, KPI and Service Level Agreement-based standards. Experience of delivering IT digital services via varying resource models eg internal, contracted workers and third-party contracts. Experience of negotiating Service Level Agreements, ensuring effective performance of teams and third parties. Strong leadership experience with effective interpersonal and communication skills Experience and ability to handle conflicting priorities whilst adapting to changing requirements and delivering successfully. Ability to work across digital teams, developing roadmaps and translating into initiatives that deliver business value and impact. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) level 3 certified (or equivalent experience) Agile working eg PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner, Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) or similar If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now.
24/10/2025
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Digital Service Owner to work a 12-month contract occasionally on-site in either Salisbury or Fareham for our client. As a Senior Digital Service Owner, you will lead and be accountable for establishing and implementing the strategy of the digital service portfolio. The six service portfolios are as follows - Cloud and Hosting, Communications and Collaboration, Engineering and Research, Enterprise IT, Software, and Workplace IT. You will ensure the end-to-end delivery, governance and quality of these services to agreed service levels. Establish and implement a fully functioning multi-service strategy, containing a suite of digital services that deliver against the future and current business needs. Work with teams (technical experts and programme, portfolio and project managers) to ensure services are developed, implemented and continually improved in line with business needs. Be responsible for the end-to-end management and governance of these services. Be responsible for the successful operation and continuous improvement of the services to the required standards and changing needs of the business. Act as the escalation point of contact for your IT Digital services. Continually monitor, evaluate and report on quality-of-service levels to inform continual improvement plans. Create and maintain a supportive stakeholder network using effective communication and influencing them to buy into the strategy. Work in an agile manor to manage service change priorities within the service portfolio based on changing requirements. Essential: Significant experience of developing IT digital service strategies that identify (and meet) current and future business needs. A strategic mindset who can work with stakeholders and teams to understand business requirements and then deliver into operational reality. Demonstrable experience of leading IT services through the entirety of their life cycle, from inception through to adoption, continual improvement and decommissioning. Clear experience of leading and managing multiple IT Digital services meeting quality, contractual, KPI and Service Level Agreement-based standards. Experience of delivering IT digital services via varying resource models eg internal, contracted workers and third-party contracts. Experience of negotiating Service Level Agreements, ensuring effective performance of teams and third parties. Strong leadership experience with effective interpersonal and communication skills Experience and ability to handle conflicting priorities whilst adapting to changing requirements and delivering successfully. Ability to work across digital teams, developing roadmaps and translating into initiatives that deliver business value and impact. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) level 3 certified (or equivalent experience) Agile working eg PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner, Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) or similar If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now.
Principal Software Engineer Location: London - 1x a month Salary: £95,000 - £120,000 + equity + benefits An established, global technology business within the hospitality-tech industry is seeking an accomplished Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of next-generation digital solutions. This is an opportunity to shape greenfield projects from the ground up - architecting scalable, data-driven systems that empower venues to deliver seamless guest experiences and drive long-term innovation. What will I be doing? Lead the technical vision and architectural direction across complex Back End systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Partner closely with engineering leadership to define best practices, coding standards, and long-term technical strategy. Design, develop, and oversee the delivery of robust, production-grade software built using Python, Django, Cloud Firestore, BigQuery, and Elasticsearch. Mentor and guide engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including product, data, and design - to deliver innovative solutions that directly impact customer success. Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that enhance system performance and developer productivity. Take ownership of mission-critical initiatives, balancing technical depth with business priorities to deliver scalable, maintainable solutions. What do I need to be successful? Degree in Computer Science or equivalent hands-on experience. 7+ years' experience in Back End software development, including several years in a senior or principal-level engineering role. Expertise in Python (or a similar Back End language), with proven experience designing distributed systems, APIs, and microservices at scale. Deep understanding of software architecture, cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure), and modern DevOps practices. Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles. Demonstrated experience influencing technical direction across teams and driving alignment on complex engineering decisions. Passion for delivering elegant, high-performance software and solving complex technical challenges that impact real users. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
24/10/2025
Full time
Principal Software Engineer Location: London - 1x a month Salary: £95,000 - £120,000 + equity + benefits An established, global technology business within the hospitality-tech industry is seeking an accomplished Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of next-generation digital solutions. This is an opportunity to shape greenfield projects from the ground up - architecting scalable, data-driven systems that empower venues to deliver seamless guest experiences and drive long-term innovation. What will I be doing? Lead the technical vision and architectural direction across complex Back End systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Partner closely with engineering leadership to define best practices, coding standards, and long-term technical strategy. Design, develop, and oversee the delivery of robust, production-grade software built using Python, Django, Cloud Firestore, BigQuery, and Elasticsearch. Mentor and guide engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including product, data, and design - to deliver innovative solutions that directly impact customer success. Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that enhance system performance and developer productivity. Take ownership of mission-critical initiatives, balancing technical depth with business priorities to deliver scalable, maintainable solutions. What do I need to be successful? Degree in Computer Science or equivalent hands-on experience. 7+ years' experience in Back End software development, including several years in a senior or principal-level engineering role. Expertise in Python (or a similar Back End language), with proven experience designing distributed systems, APIs, and microservices at scale. Deep understanding of software architecture, cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure), and modern DevOps practices. Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles. Demonstrated experience influencing technical direction across teams and driving alignment on complex engineering decisions. Passion for delivering elegant, high-performance software and solving complex technical challenges that impact real users. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Senior Software Engineer Location: London 1x a month Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 + equity + benefits An established, global technology business within the hospitality-tech industry is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to help build and scale cutting-edge digital solutions. This is a chance to work on greenfield projects - building new, scalable products that help venues create seamless, data-driven guest experiences from the ground up. What will I be doing? Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Back End systems supporting Real Time hospitality operations. Take ownership of key features throughout the software development life cycle - from technical design through to deployment and ongoing optimisation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and data science to deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions. Work with modern technologies such as Python, Django, Cloud Firestore, BigQuery, and Elasticsearch to deliver scalable, reliable software. Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance system architecture and code quality. Participate in code reviews, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to maintain engineering excellence. What do I need to be successful: Degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. 3+ years' experience in Back End software development within a fast-paced, agile environment. Strong proficiency in Python (or similar modern Back End language) and experience building RESTful APIs or microservices. Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles. Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure) Passion for building customer-centric products and working collaboratively to solve complex technical challenges. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
24/10/2025
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Location: London 1x a month Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 + equity + benefits An established, global technology business within the hospitality-tech industry is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to help build and scale cutting-edge digital solutions. This is a chance to work on greenfield projects - building new, scalable products that help venues create seamless, data-driven guest experiences from the ground up. What will I be doing? Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Back End systems supporting Real Time hospitality operations. Take ownership of key features throughout the software development life cycle - from technical design through to deployment and ongoing optimisation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and data science to deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions. Work with modern technologies such as Python, Django, Cloud Firestore, BigQuery, and Elasticsearch to deliver scalable, reliable software. Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance system architecture and code quality. Participate in code reviews, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to maintain engineering excellence. What do I need to be successful: Degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. 3+ years' experience in Back End software development within a fast-paced, agile environment. Strong proficiency in Python (or similar modern Back End language) and experience building RESTful APIs or microservices. Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles. Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure) Passion for building customer-centric products and working collaboratively to solve complex technical challenges. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Permanent Up to £95k Hybrid: Flexible UK-based Senior Frontend Engineer Opportunity: PermanentSalary: Up to £95kHybrid: Flexible UK-basedOffice Location: London, Manchester or Middlesbrough ( Candidates must be within commutable distance to one of these office locations, as this role will require periodic on-site attendance.) About the Opportunity My client, a fast-growing digital experience platform serving major retailers globally, is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer to join their Solutions Engineering team. You'll architect and build the demonstration experiences that showcase platform capabilities to prospective customers. The Role This position bridges engineering excellence with customer engagement. You'll design and develop interactive prototypes that transform technical functionality into tangible business solutions during sales cycles. Your work will directly influence deal progression by making complex capabilities immediately understandable and relevant.You'll also collaborate with customer-facing teams to prototype expansion opportunities for existing accounts. What You'll Do Take ownership of their Next.js demonstration platform-ensuring optimal performance and alignment with evolving capabilities Architect a scalable library of modular demo components that support diverse customer scenarios Rapidly develop bespoke prototypes for strategic opportunities requiring tailored technical validation Build integrations with major commerce platforms to demonstrate functionality in familiar contexts Collaborate with presales consultants to translate customer requirements into compelling technical demonstrations Oversee deployment infrastructure and maintain environment stability Investigate emerging frontend technologies and AI applications to advance demonstration methodologies Provide technical mentorship and elevate engineering standards across the solutions team What You'll Bring Demonstrated expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Next.js with production deployment experience Professional background implementing or integrating headless CMS or eCommerce solutions Proficiency building API integrations (REST/GraphQL) within enterprise architectures Strong command of modern development workflows-version control, CI/CD, cloud deployment platforms Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and business stakeholders Proven experience developing POCs or demonstrations in enterprise software environments Capacity to manage competing priorities and deliver quality results under timeline pressure Solution-oriented approach with attention to detail and commitment to excellence Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
22/10/2025
Full time
Permanent Up to £95k Hybrid: Flexible UK-based Senior Frontend Engineer Opportunity: PermanentSalary: Up to £95kHybrid: Flexible UK-basedOffice Location: London, Manchester or Middlesbrough ( Candidates must be within commutable distance to one of these office locations, as this role will require periodic on-site attendance.) About the Opportunity My client, a fast-growing digital experience platform serving major retailers globally, is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer to join their Solutions Engineering team. You'll architect and build the demonstration experiences that showcase platform capabilities to prospective customers. The Role This position bridges engineering excellence with customer engagement. You'll design and develop interactive prototypes that transform technical functionality into tangible business solutions during sales cycles. Your work will directly influence deal progression by making complex capabilities immediately understandable and relevant.You'll also collaborate with customer-facing teams to prototype expansion opportunities for existing accounts. What You'll Do Take ownership of their Next.js demonstration platform-ensuring optimal performance and alignment with evolving capabilities Architect a scalable library of modular demo components that support diverse customer scenarios Rapidly develop bespoke prototypes for strategic opportunities requiring tailored technical validation Build integrations with major commerce platforms to demonstrate functionality in familiar contexts Collaborate with presales consultants to translate customer requirements into compelling technical demonstrations Oversee deployment infrastructure and maintain environment stability Investigate emerging frontend technologies and AI applications to advance demonstration methodologies Provide technical mentorship and elevate engineering standards across the solutions team What You'll Bring Demonstrated expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Next.js with production deployment experience Professional background implementing or integrating headless CMS or eCommerce solutions Proficiency building API integrations (REST/GraphQL) within enterprise architectures Strong command of modern development workflows-version control, CI/CD, cloud deployment platforms Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and business stakeholders Proven experience developing POCs or demonstrations in enterprise software environments Capacity to manage competing priorities and deliver quality results under timeline pressure Solution-oriented approach with attention to detail and commitment to excellence Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we d like to make work a special place to be too. We re the UK s most loved bed retailer, so it s important our people feel the love as well. There s over 250 of us at our affectionally named Bedquarters in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, where every dreamer makes a difference.And together we ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We re owned by the world s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and have our very own Bed Factory right here in the UK. You ll even get a guided tour when you join and that s part of our mission to get you fully bed-ucated during your induction. With 208 stores nationwide, 6 central warehouses and 12 delivery centres, we sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that s a lot of Zzzs. So if you re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, we think Dreams could be the perfect place for you. Dreams. Love your job.We re looking for a new Head of Technology Ecommerce to join our Technology team based in Loudwater, Buckinghamshire. In this role, you will enhance Dreams online presence and drive ecommerce success within a multichannel retailer at it s time of growth and modernisation. Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Here s a taste of what you ll be doing day-to-day1. Strategy Development: o Develop and implement ecommerce strategies to enhance online sales, customer engagement, and profitability. o Align technology initiatives with business goals to drive growth and efficiency. 2. Team Leadership: o Lead and manage a cross-functional team, including developers, testers partnering with product ownership and UX design. o Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment. 3. Technology Management: o Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of the ecommerce platform o Ensure the platform's infrastructure can handle high traffic volumes and provide a seamless shopping experience o Contribute to the enterprise architecture work required to support the organisation, specific to the technology layer concerns o Establishing and maintaining the link between the implementation of the architectures and the stated strategy and objectives of the organization (business and IT) tied to the Solution Architecture HLD o Technology Solution Designs (HLD/LLD) - Work alongside and/or programme/project/product team to elaborate and refine the Technical Architecture into a deliverable solution with an assessment against scope, impact, architectural principles and architectural measures 4. Strategy Development: o Develop and implement ecommerce strategies to enhance online sales, customer engagement, and profitability.o Act as the Design Authority - to communicate the agreed Technical Architecture to the programme/project/product team ensuring full understanding of the why and what supporting the solution; to support the Solution Delivery team with architectural advice and guidance through design, delivery and implementation of the solution; to provide an escalation point for architectural blockers, issues and challenges. 5. Technology Management: o Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of the ecommerce platform. o Ensure the platform's infrastructure can handle high traffic volumes and provide a seamless shopping experience. 6. Customer Experience: o Enhance the user experience by implementing innovative tech solutions and optimizing site performance. o Monitor and improve customer service processes to ensure high satisfaction levels.7. Data Analysis and Reporting: o Analyse data to identify trends, opportunities for growth, and areas for improvement o Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior leadership.This is the type of person we re dreaming of: - Experience: Minimum of 7 years in ecommerce, with a proven track record of delivering significant revenue growth in a fast paced environment - Technical Skills: Strong understanding of web development, digital marketing, and UX design principles. - Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, with excellent communication and motivational skills. - Analytical Skills: Data-driven mindset with experience using tools like Google Analytics. - Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience.- An up-to-date knowledge of architectural standards and development patterns, technology trends and innovations to leverage any opportunities In your dream role, you ll also receive: - Bonus: Our discretionary annual bonus scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers. - Discounts: Amazing staff discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping. - Buy-in schemes: You ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans. - Parking: We know it goes without saying, but our free onsite parking gives you peace of mind when you travel. - Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a 24-hour helpline with a variety of support services, as well as hosting an out of hours GP service. - Electric Car Scheme - Our salary sacrifice eclectic car scheme is a budget friendly way to cruise around in style and most importantly, lower those emissions! - New to 2024 - enhanced maternity & paternity pay - On-site gym, Step into our newly refreshed, free on-site gym, where you ll find everything you need to stay fit and energized. From cardio machines and versatile free weights to dynamic cable machines, resistance bands, and even boxing bags, we ve got it all! - Hybrid working: Whether you re an early bird or night owl, we trust you to work your hours responsibly to suit you!
22/10/2025
Full time
At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we d like to make work a special place to be too. We re the UK s most loved bed retailer, so it s important our people feel the love as well. There s over 250 of us at our affectionally named Bedquarters in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, where every dreamer makes a difference.And together we ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We re owned by the world s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and have our very own Bed Factory right here in the UK. You ll even get a guided tour when you join and that s part of our mission to get you fully bed-ucated during your induction. With 208 stores nationwide, 6 central warehouses and 12 delivery centres, we sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that s a lot of Zzzs. So if you re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, we think Dreams could be the perfect place for you. Dreams. Love your job.We re looking for a new Head of Technology Ecommerce to join our Technology team based in Loudwater, Buckinghamshire. In this role, you will enhance Dreams online presence and drive ecommerce success within a multichannel retailer at it s time of growth and modernisation. Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Here s a taste of what you ll be doing day-to-day1. Strategy Development: o Develop and implement ecommerce strategies to enhance online sales, customer engagement, and profitability. o Align technology initiatives with business goals to drive growth and efficiency. 2. Team Leadership: o Lead and manage a cross-functional team, including developers, testers partnering with product ownership and UX design. o Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment. 3. Technology Management: o Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of the ecommerce platform o Ensure the platform's infrastructure can handle high traffic volumes and provide a seamless shopping experience o Contribute to the enterprise architecture work required to support the organisation, specific to the technology layer concerns o Establishing and maintaining the link between the implementation of the architectures and the stated strategy and objectives of the organization (business and IT) tied to the Solution Architecture HLD o Technology Solution Designs (HLD/LLD) - Work alongside and/or programme/project/product team to elaborate and refine the Technical Architecture into a deliverable solution with an assessment against scope, impact, architectural principles and architectural measures 4. Strategy Development: o Develop and implement ecommerce strategies to enhance online sales, customer engagement, and profitability.o Act as the Design Authority - to communicate the agreed Technical Architecture to the programme/project/product team ensuring full understanding of the why and what supporting the solution; to support the Solution Delivery team with architectural advice and guidance through design, delivery and implementation of the solution; to provide an escalation point for architectural blockers, issues and challenges. 5. Technology Management: o Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of the ecommerce platform. o Ensure the platform's infrastructure can handle high traffic volumes and provide a seamless shopping experience. 6. Customer Experience: o Enhance the user experience by implementing innovative tech solutions and optimizing site performance. o Monitor and improve customer service processes to ensure high satisfaction levels.7. Data Analysis and Reporting: o Analyse data to identify trends, opportunities for growth, and areas for improvement o Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior leadership.This is the type of person we re dreaming of: - Experience: Minimum of 7 years in ecommerce, with a proven track record of delivering significant revenue growth in a fast paced environment - Technical Skills: Strong understanding of web development, digital marketing, and UX design principles. - Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, with excellent communication and motivational skills. - Analytical Skills: Data-driven mindset with experience using tools like Google Analytics. - Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience.- An up-to-date knowledge of architectural standards and development patterns, technology trends and innovations to leverage any opportunities In your dream role, you ll also receive: - Bonus: Our discretionary annual bonus scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers. - Discounts: Amazing staff discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping. - Buy-in schemes: You ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans. - Parking: We know it goes without saying, but our free onsite parking gives you peace of mind when you travel. - Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a 24-hour helpline with a variety of support services, as well as hosting an out of hours GP service. - Electric Car Scheme - Our salary sacrifice eclectic car scheme is a budget friendly way to cruise around in style and most importantly, lower those emissions! - New to 2024 - enhanced maternity & paternity pay - On-site gym, Step into our newly refreshed, free on-site gym, where you ll find everything you need to stay fit and energized. From cardio machines and versatile free weights to dynamic cable machines, resistance bands, and even boxing bags, we ve got it all! - Hybrid working: Whether you re an early bird or night owl, we trust you to work your hours responsibly to suit you!
Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME) Microsoft Gold Partner £70 75K - (RL8011) Job Title: Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME) Reference: RL8011 Location: UK Salary: £70,000 £75,000 per annum Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, professional development support, well-being initiatives Start: ASAP The Client: A Microsoft Gold Partner and leading Digital Consultancy, helping organisations embrace Cloud transformation and unlock the potential of Digital, Data, and AI solutions. Their projects span multiple industries including Financial Services, Insurance, Public Services, Media & Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Health, Pharmaceuticals, Business Services, Ecology, and Logistics. They foster a collaborative, people-first culture where innovation, flexibility, and growth are actively encouraged, and they re trusted by some of the worlds most forward-thinking businesses to deliver outstanding results. The Candidate: you'll be an experienced DevOps professional with deep expertise in GitHub Enterprise administration, comfortable advising on governance, security, and best practice across large-scale environments. you'll thrive in collaborative settings, be confident assessing technical landscapes, and have the ability to recommend and implement effective improvements. The Role: As a Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME), you'll take ownership of GitHub Enterprise governance and security, ensuring that development teams across the organisation follow best practices. you'll design and implement scalable structures, optimise automation workflows, and help shape secure and efficient CI/CD processes. This is a strategic, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across teams to improve the way engineering is delivered at scale. Responsibilities: Administer GitHub Enterprise across large and complex organisational environments. Define and implement repository governance, access control, and change management processes. Enable and manage GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) features including code scanning, secret scanning, and dependency management. Integrate GitHub with enterprise identity systems such as Azure AD/Entra ID for secure SSO. Support and optimise CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows (GitHub Actions). Assess current environments, identify gaps, and propose effective, scalable improvements. Essential Requirements: Proven experience managing GitHub Enterprise in enterprise-scale or multi-team environments. Strong understanding of governance, security, and repository structure best practices. Practical experience with GHAS, SSO integration, and DevOps automation (CI/CD). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills. Desirable (Not Essential): Experience migrating from Bitbucket, GitLab, or SVN. Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence). Broader knowledge of DevSecOps or cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). To apply for this Senior DevOps Consultant permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
22/10/2025
Full time
Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME) Microsoft Gold Partner £70 75K - (RL8011) Job Title: Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME) Reference: RL8011 Location: UK Salary: £70,000 £75,000 per annum Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, professional development support, well-being initiatives Start: ASAP The Client: A Microsoft Gold Partner and leading Digital Consultancy, helping organisations embrace Cloud transformation and unlock the potential of Digital, Data, and AI solutions. Their projects span multiple industries including Financial Services, Insurance, Public Services, Media & Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Health, Pharmaceuticals, Business Services, Ecology, and Logistics. They foster a collaborative, people-first culture where innovation, flexibility, and growth are actively encouraged, and they re trusted by some of the worlds most forward-thinking businesses to deliver outstanding results. The Candidate: you'll be an experienced DevOps professional with deep expertise in GitHub Enterprise administration, comfortable advising on governance, security, and best practice across large-scale environments. you'll thrive in collaborative settings, be confident assessing technical landscapes, and have the ability to recommend and implement effective improvements. The Role: As a Senior DevOps Consultant (GitHub SME), you'll take ownership of GitHub Enterprise governance and security, ensuring that development teams across the organisation follow best practices. you'll design and implement scalable structures, optimise automation workflows, and help shape secure and efficient CI/CD processes. This is a strategic, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across teams to improve the way engineering is delivered at scale. Responsibilities: Administer GitHub Enterprise across large and complex organisational environments. Define and implement repository governance, access control, and change management processes. Enable and manage GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) features including code scanning, secret scanning, and dependency management. Integrate GitHub with enterprise identity systems such as Azure AD/Entra ID for secure SSO. Support and optimise CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows (GitHub Actions). Assess current environments, identify gaps, and propose effective, scalable improvements. Essential Requirements: Proven experience managing GitHub Enterprise in enterprise-scale or multi-team environments. Strong understanding of governance, security, and repository structure best practices. Practical experience with GHAS, SSO integration, and DevOps automation (CI/CD). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills. Desirable (Not Essential): Experience migrating from Bitbucket, GitLab, or SVN. Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence). Broader knowledge of DevSecOps or cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). To apply for this Senior DevOps Consultant permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Are you passionate about data quality and its impact on customer service and performance? Thames Water is looking for a dedicated Data Integrity Manager to lead a team of analysts and project leads focused on improving property, meter, and billing data unpinning our services to retailers and business customers. What you will be doing as our Data Integrity Manager: you'll play a central role in driving data and process excellence across Thames Water's Wholesale Market Services (WMS). Leading a team focused on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of market data and delivering changes to processes and data supporting operational efficiency and compliance.Your responsibilities will include: Leading a high-performing team to monitor and reconcile market data transactions with TWUL master systems. Creating insightful reports to identify data challenges. Initiating and delivering data and process improvement projects, including system enhancements and automation of manual processes. Organising and managing governance forums to ensure prioritisation, ownership, and successful delivery of initiatives. Leading impact assessments of system and process changes affecting the data environment and supporting business testing and implementation. Coordinating both data and broader WMS change and transformation initiatives in collaboration with digital, transformation, and business readiness teams across Retail. Base Location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DBHours: 36 hours per week What you'll bring to the role: To thrive as our Data Integrity Manager, you'll need a blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and strategic thinking. We're looking for someone who can: Think technically and analytically, cutting through complexity to ask the right questions and drive meaningful business outcomes. Communicate complex issues clearly to a range of audiences, from technical teams to senior stakeholders. Lead and develop a team of analysts, fostering growth and high performance. Demonstrate a strong track record in improving data quality and implementing effective monitoring and control processes. Deliver projects and programmes in data or digital environments, with proven success in achieving business targets. Work effectively in cross-functional teams, especially in environments focused on improving business processes and data flows. Build strong relationships across all levels of the business, ensuring data issues are understood and addressed. Exhibit excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and collaborate with teams. Show exceptional listening, communication, and interpersonal skills to support a high-functioning delivery culture. Be highly organised and skilled in planning and presenting. Whilst not essential SQL, data modelling, and ETL process experience would be an advantage. What's in it for you? A starting salary of £70,000 and up to £80,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Annual Bonus. Private Medical Health Care. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
21/10/2025
Full time
Are you passionate about data quality and its impact on customer service and performance? Thames Water is looking for a dedicated Data Integrity Manager to lead a team of analysts and project leads focused on improving property, meter, and billing data unpinning our services to retailers and business customers. What you will be doing as our Data Integrity Manager: you'll play a central role in driving data and process excellence across Thames Water's Wholesale Market Services (WMS). Leading a team focused on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of market data and delivering changes to processes and data supporting operational efficiency and compliance.Your responsibilities will include: Leading a high-performing team to monitor and reconcile market data transactions with TWUL master systems. Creating insightful reports to identify data challenges. Initiating and delivering data and process improvement projects, including system enhancements and automation of manual processes. Organising and managing governance forums to ensure prioritisation, ownership, and successful delivery of initiatives. Leading impact assessments of system and process changes affecting the data environment and supporting business testing and implementation. Coordinating both data and broader WMS change and transformation initiatives in collaboration with digital, transformation, and business readiness teams across Retail. Base Location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DBHours: 36 hours per week What you'll bring to the role: To thrive as our Data Integrity Manager, you'll need a blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and strategic thinking. We're looking for someone who can: Think technically and analytically, cutting through complexity to ask the right questions and drive meaningful business outcomes. Communicate complex issues clearly to a range of audiences, from technical teams to senior stakeholders. Lead and develop a team of analysts, fostering growth and high performance. Demonstrate a strong track record in improving data quality and implementing effective monitoring and control processes. Deliver projects and programmes in data or digital environments, with proven success in achieving business targets. Work effectively in cross-functional teams, especially in environments focused on improving business processes and data flows. Build strong relationships across all levels of the business, ensuring data issues are understood and addressed. Exhibit excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and collaborate with teams. Show exceptional listening, communication, and interpersonal skills to support a high-functioning delivery culture. Be highly organised and skilled in planning and presenting. Whilst not essential SQL, data modelling, and ETL process experience would be an advantage. What's in it for you? A starting salary of £70,000 and up to £80,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Annual Bonus. Private Medical Health Care. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Who We Are Six Degrees is a leading secure, integrated cloud services provider, where everyone is welcome. We believe success lies in harnessing a truly diverse and inclusive culture. Our business protects UK organisations with the goal of enabling them to operate effectively and securely in the cloud, by giving them secure platforms to innovate and grow. We support our customers on their digital transformation journey regardless of their maturity. Our vision is to be the UK's number one provider of secure, integrated cloud services to the small to mid-size market. About The Role The Lead Engineer at Six Degrees will be the owner of the customers' Cloud and Virtualization technology strategy. You will assist as a consultative resource, helping customers achieve their business objectives by providing support for solution design, review, implementation and optimisation for Cloud solutions. As an extension of our client's IT team, you will be a valued member of the accounts team, ensuring the operation performance and suitability of the solutions we provide. This role is an internal authority in these areas, and as a voice of the customer, looked upon to provide technical leadership to our organisation's development, as much as our client's success. Role Requirements The successful candidate should have a strong background in senior technical customer-facing roles, who has worked with a variety of technologies in mid and enterprise markets or companies. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and have an ability to command and influence from engineering to C-Level engagements. Ideally you will have extensive experience working on Virtualization VMWare and Cloud , Azure platform - configuration, build and performance tuning as well as experience of architecting and managing production environments across Physical, Virtualized and Cloud technologies What Makes Us Great Six Degrees has been honoured as an ENEI Gold TIDE Winner. We take pride in fostering and sustaining an inclusive culture, which is essential for our entire business. This includes all aspects of recruitment and employment - our recruitment and selection processes are transparent and fair, and we will always consider any reasonable adjustments to the interview process or flexible working requirements. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination. Our commitment and objective are to create a truly equal, diverse and inclusive environment. At Six Degrees we've created a female-led networking program that enables women within our organisation to interact and exchange ideas, share their experiences, and utilise one-to-one support. Our Benefits In return for the passion our people bring to everything they do, we want them to enjoy a range of benefits that enrich their lives. We are a Real Living Wage employer, and through our additional employee benefits we feel we've got something that will help everybody live their best life. We recognise the immense joy and significance of family leave for our employees, which is why Six Degrees provide an enhanced maternity and paternity leave package. We're also keen to support people with flexible working, so everyone can have the personal time they need whilst still doing great work here at Six Degrees. We have some fantastic benefits on offer, with everyone being given Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, a matched pension scheme and 25 days holiday and as a happy birthday from Six Degrees, all employees get a day off for their Birthday. We also provide discounts on well-known brands, in restaurants, supermarkets, the list goes on! You can find out more about our benefits here. Our recruitment process: At Six Degrees, we prioritise efficiency in our recruitment process, as we believe it is essential for you to connect with potential colleagues and have a positive candidate experience. We welcome applications from people who think differently, our business is proud to have a diverse range of individuals, and we offer a supportive and flexible environment tailored to different working styles. Our team thoroughly evaluate all applications, and if your qualifications align with our needs, our Talent Acquisition team will reach out to schedule a call. If all goes well, you will be invited to participate in an interview with your prospective line manager and team members, where you will discuss your suitability for the position and learn more about Six Degrees. For certain critical roles, we may conduct a second and final interview, which could include a task specific to the role. Following the completion of the assessment process, we look forward to welcoming you to the Six Degrees family!
21/10/2025
Full time
Who We Are Six Degrees is a leading secure, integrated cloud services provider, where everyone is welcome. We believe success lies in harnessing a truly diverse and inclusive culture. Our business protects UK organisations with the goal of enabling them to operate effectively and securely in the cloud, by giving them secure platforms to innovate and grow. We support our customers on their digital transformation journey regardless of their maturity. Our vision is to be the UK's number one provider of secure, integrated cloud services to the small to mid-size market. About The Role The Lead Engineer at Six Degrees will be the owner of the customers' Cloud and Virtualization technology strategy. You will assist as a consultative resource, helping customers achieve their business objectives by providing support for solution design, review, implementation and optimisation for Cloud solutions. As an extension of our client's IT team, you will be a valued member of the accounts team, ensuring the operation performance and suitability of the solutions we provide. This role is an internal authority in these areas, and as a voice of the customer, looked upon to provide technical leadership to our organisation's development, as much as our client's success. Role Requirements The successful candidate should have a strong background in senior technical customer-facing roles, who has worked with a variety of technologies in mid and enterprise markets or companies. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and have an ability to command and influence from engineering to C-Level engagements. Ideally you will have extensive experience working on Virtualization VMWare and Cloud , Azure platform - configuration, build and performance tuning as well as experience of architecting and managing production environments across Physical, Virtualized and Cloud technologies What Makes Us Great Six Degrees has been honoured as an ENEI Gold TIDE Winner. We take pride in fostering and sustaining an inclusive culture, which is essential for our entire business. This includes all aspects of recruitment and employment - our recruitment and selection processes are transparent and fair, and we will always consider any reasonable adjustments to the interview process or flexible working requirements. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination. Our commitment and objective are to create a truly equal, diverse and inclusive environment. At Six Degrees we've created a female-led networking program that enables women within our organisation to interact and exchange ideas, share their experiences, and utilise one-to-one support. Our Benefits In return for the passion our people bring to everything they do, we want them to enjoy a range of benefits that enrich their lives. We are a Real Living Wage employer, and through our additional employee benefits we feel we've got something that will help everybody live their best life. We recognise the immense joy and significance of family leave for our employees, which is why Six Degrees provide an enhanced maternity and paternity leave package. We're also keen to support people with flexible working, so everyone can have the personal time they need whilst still doing great work here at Six Degrees. We have some fantastic benefits on offer, with everyone being given Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, a matched pension scheme and 25 days holiday and as a happy birthday from Six Degrees, all employees get a day off for their Birthday. We also provide discounts on well-known brands, in restaurants, supermarkets, the list goes on! You can find out more about our benefits here. Our recruitment process: At Six Degrees, we prioritise efficiency in our recruitment process, as we believe it is essential for you to connect with potential colleagues and have a positive candidate experience. We welcome applications from people who think differently, our business is proud to have a diverse range of individuals, and we offer a supportive and flexible environment tailored to different working styles. Our team thoroughly evaluate all applications, and if your qualifications align with our needs, our Talent Acquisition team will reach out to schedule a call. If all goes well, you will be invited to participate in an interview with your prospective line manager and team members, where you will discuss your suitability for the position and learn more about Six Degrees. For certain critical roles, we may conduct a second and final interview, which could include a task specific to the role. Following the completion of the assessment process, we look forward to welcoming you to the Six Degrees family!
IT Service Desk Team Leader Ideal opportunity for an experienced IT support professional with proven leadership experience to step into a hands-on management role. Full-time, permanent position based in Kent (hybrid - 3 days onsite), offering a competitive salary dependent on experience. Immediate start available - candidates on short notice or available now are highly encouraged to apply. To apply, please email Who is the client? Our client is a fast-growing UK organisation undergoing a major period of transformation and investment in technology. They are known for their inclusive culture, commitment to innovation, and dedication to providing a high-quality digital experience for their teams and customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business at a pivotal stage of its growth. What will you be doing? As an IT Service Desk Team Leader , you'll lead a small team delivering first-line and second-line IT support across the organisation. You'll act as both a team leader and a hands-on technical specialist - managing workloads, driving SLA performance, and ensuring excellent customer service.You'll take ownership of the IT support rota, handle escalations, mentor junior team members, and support the delivery of infrastructure initiatives across the business. What will you need? Previous experience in a senior IT support role with team leadership or mentoring responsibilities Strong technical knowledge of Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive), and Intune Experience managing user accounts and access via Active Directory, Azure AD, and Okta Solid understanding of networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls Proven track record of managing SLAs, prioritising workloads, and delivering measurable service improvements Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Flexibility to occasionally work outside normal hours for system updates or incident response Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (due to office location) What would be desirable? ITIL 4 Foundation Certification or familiarity with ITIL frameworks CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to regulated environments or financial services industries To Apply Please apply through this advert or email your CV directly to . By applying, you consent to your application being processed and submitted to the client for this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS - IT Support, Service Desk, Team Leader, Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Intune, Active Directory, Azure AD, Okta, Networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Firewall, ITIL, SLA Management, Helpdesk, Infrastructure, CompTIA.
21/10/2025
Full time
IT Service Desk Team Leader Ideal opportunity for an experienced IT support professional with proven leadership experience to step into a hands-on management role. Full-time, permanent position based in Kent (hybrid - 3 days onsite), offering a competitive salary dependent on experience. Immediate start available - candidates on short notice or available now are highly encouraged to apply. To apply, please email Who is the client? Our client is a fast-growing UK organisation undergoing a major period of transformation and investment in technology. They are known for their inclusive culture, commitment to innovation, and dedication to providing a high-quality digital experience for their teams and customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business at a pivotal stage of its growth. What will you be doing? As an IT Service Desk Team Leader , you'll lead a small team delivering first-line and second-line IT support across the organisation. You'll act as both a team leader and a hands-on technical specialist - managing workloads, driving SLA performance, and ensuring excellent customer service.You'll take ownership of the IT support rota, handle escalations, mentor junior team members, and support the delivery of infrastructure initiatives across the business. What will you need? Previous experience in a senior IT support role with team leadership or mentoring responsibilities Strong technical knowledge of Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive), and Intune Experience managing user accounts and access via Active Directory, Azure AD, and Okta Solid understanding of networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls Proven track record of managing SLAs, prioritising workloads, and delivering measurable service improvements Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Flexibility to occasionally work outside normal hours for system updates or incident response Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (due to office location) What would be desirable? ITIL 4 Foundation Certification or familiarity with ITIL frameworks CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to regulated environments or financial services industries To Apply Please apply through this advert or email your CV directly to . By applying, you consent to your application being processed and submitted to the client for this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS - IT Support, Service Desk, Team Leader, Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Intune, Active Directory, Azure AD, Okta, Networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Firewall, ITIL, SLA Management, Helpdesk, Infrastructure, CompTIA.
Locations: Boston London Munich 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 To realize our digital transformation, we need to transform our products, experiences, processes, technology and how we operate. We are looking for people who are passionate about Agile ways of working and want to spread this approach within our teams and business processes. To execute this transformation, we need people who take the lead in defining standards and guardrails of working and developing expertise within the portfolio. As portfolio architect you will define and design technology solutions that optimize our solutions for rapid innovation whilst also making sure we manage risks such as cyber security and operational resilience. You will act as pioneer, thought leader, problem solver, and be sought out for your expertise by product and engineering teamsIn your role you will bridge enterprise architecture and engineering and will own the design products and solutions within the Risk portfolio. Using proven BCG's DDP architecture framework to identify, own and advance the digital transformation in the portfolio. You will optimize against many requirements such as functional needs, quality attributes (e.g., security, usability), cost, sustainability, and enterprise-wide goals (e.g., cloud and API enablement,ai). You document architecture views and deliver architecture artefacts required by the delivery process and enable teams to maximize automation in the CI/CD pipeline. Moreover, you will be a hands-on participant in architecture proof of concepts, innovation initiatives, and performance tuning activities. Researching/analyzing emerging technologies, as well as designing and advocating new technologies, architectures, and products in collaboration with system and service owners is part of your profile. Same is true for identifying risks within proposed solution architectures and developing mitigation plans, ensuring that solution architectures are scalable and sustainable for operations. You propose architectural epics and stories to implement the architectural runway and clear technical debt, document quality attributes in epics & stories, and define acceptance criteria. Among your responsibilities, you will: Own and influence architecture decisions across the Portfolio, ensuring it is in alignment with BCG standards, and design principles. Own the annual DDP refresh (Data & Digital Platforms) architecture for the portfolio that covers tech maturity, road mapping, integrations, security, and data strategies. Create reference architecture focused on design principles, detailed APIs, and major systems dependencies between business and IT Define the principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision Analyze the business-IT environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy, and technical debt and recommend solutions for improvement Author the strategic architecture for the Portfolio to state the architecture needed to meet the business requirements Stay up to date with emerging technology trends within the industry to innovate and champion modern technologies/frameworks/tools where appropriate YOU'RE GOOD AT To be successful, you should bring sound development and architecture experience leveraging technologies to drive technical governance, innovation, integration and cloud-oriented strategies. Ideally, you thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills, and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for collaboration and open communication. Thought leadership in technology innovation and transformation Partnering with the Product Portfolio Lead, Technical Area Lead and Enterprise Architects to envision and deliver on the architectural roadmap and priorities for the portfolio. Translating business and technical requirements into an architectural blueprint to achieve business objectives and documenting all solution architecture design and analysis work Leading evaluation, analysis, and design for the implementation of a solution architecture Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and lead cross-functional groups; and to prioritize regular workload, special tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within an established time frame. Valuing simplicity and being unafraid to challenge technical constraints and procedures to enable an agile, high-performing team. Comfortable partnering with Product Owners and technical leadership and providing a data-driven approach to decision making, both in the day-to-day management and in making strategic trade-offs Committing to cross-functional collaboration to achieve the best results for the organization Passionate about building enterprise-grade, scalable solutions, that add long-term value to the firm High level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness and collaboration Building relationships and reliable team player, displaying consideration and respect for others Performing successfully in a fast-paced, multi-cultural and service-oriented environment Interpreting rules and guidelines flexibly to enhance the business and aligning with BCG's values and culture Exhibiting ownership and accountability for yourself and the team Attention to detail, well organized, and able to set priorities and take decisions Being flexible to be available outside of normal business hours for international calls as needed What You'll Bring Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in information science, data management, computer science or related field. 15+ years of relevant experience in IT architecture with strong technical background, preferably in large international organizations Experience with scalable architectures, API management, serverless technologies, and SaaS low code platform-tools/technologies Demonstrated experience communicating complex system architecture technologies, patterns, artifacts, and roadmaps to senior business leadership Good understanding of technology-enabled business transformation, Digital transformation, Organizational transformation, delivering enterprise-level Digital projects Knowledge of Agile Methodologies and ways of working (Scrum, XP, DevOps ), understanding and applying a "servant leader" mindset, and with the ability to engage in Agile ceremonies to provide teams necessary direction and guidance Nice to have - IT Architect certification: Open Group certification (e.g., TOGAF Certified, Certified Architect Master) Functional/Technical Skills Strong experience as an IT architect in complex and heterogeneous environment Solid experience of designing end-to-end architecture and design of applications using one or more platforms Expertise in integrating Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions in complex environment Domain experience in Risk solutions, ideally with experience in leading a Risk Transformation project High level of expertise in understanding data architecture and supporting technologies Experience in collaborating with agile development teams in reviewing application architecture, design and implementation against quality standards Solid experience in modern design patterns Expertise towards SOA & Microservices architecture implementation using REST APIs, queue-based messaging patterns, relational and NoSQL databases Working knowledge of Machine learning model integration and MLOps pipelines. Working knowledge of orchestration for AI services. Working knowledge of on-premises/cloud-based infrastructures, SDLC pipelines, and deployments/configurations and definition/evangelism of best practices/standards Proven advanced experience with systems integration, IT industry standards, architecture principles design, and service level agreement definition Strong focus on promoting component re-use in architecture designs Experienced in software delivery including CI/CD and related DevSecOps practices, working with cloud-based platforms such as Azure or AWS Strong software design & development principles, with a focus on system stability, reusability and performance optimized for a global audience Strong understanding of application testing, diagnostics, and performance tuning Strong understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies. And workable knowledge of Data ingestion pipelines Front-end JavaScript frameworks like Angular & React and Vue AWS Azure . click apply for full job details
21/10/2025
Full time
Locations: Boston London Munich 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 To realize our digital transformation, we need to transform our products, experiences, processes, technology and how we operate. We are looking for people who are passionate about Agile ways of working and want to spread this approach within our teams and business processes. To execute this transformation, we need people who take the lead in defining standards and guardrails of working and developing expertise within the portfolio. As portfolio architect you will define and design technology solutions that optimize our solutions for rapid innovation whilst also making sure we manage risks such as cyber security and operational resilience. You will act as pioneer, thought leader, problem solver, and be sought out for your expertise by product and engineering teamsIn your role you will bridge enterprise architecture and engineering and will own the design products and solutions within the Risk portfolio. Using proven BCG's DDP architecture framework to identify, own and advance the digital transformation in the portfolio. You will optimize against many requirements such as functional needs, quality attributes (e.g., security, usability), cost, sustainability, and enterprise-wide goals (e.g., cloud and API enablement,ai). You document architecture views and deliver architecture artefacts required by the delivery process and enable teams to maximize automation in the CI/CD pipeline. Moreover, you will be a hands-on participant in architecture proof of concepts, innovation initiatives, and performance tuning activities. Researching/analyzing emerging technologies, as well as designing and advocating new technologies, architectures, and products in collaboration with system and service owners is part of your profile. Same is true for identifying risks within proposed solution architectures and developing mitigation plans, ensuring that solution architectures are scalable and sustainable for operations. You propose architectural epics and stories to implement the architectural runway and clear technical debt, document quality attributes in epics & stories, and define acceptance criteria. Among your responsibilities, you will: Own and influence architecture decisions across the Portfolio, ensuring it is in alignment with BCG standards, and design principles. Own the annual DDP refresh (Data & Digital Platforms) architecture for the portfolio that covers tech maturity, road mapping, integrations, security, and data strategies. Create reference architecture focused on design principles, detailed APIs, and major systems dependencies between business and IT Define the principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision Analyze the business-IT environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy, and technical debt and recommend solutions for improvement Author the strategic architecture for the Portfolio to state the architecture needed to meet the business requirements Stay up to date with emerging technology trends within the industry to innovate and champion modern technologies/frameworks/tools where appropriate YOU'RE GOOD AT To be successful, you should bring sound development and architecture experience leveraging technologies to drive technical governance, innovation, integration and cloud-oriented strategies. Ideally, you thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills, and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for collaboration and open communication. Thought leadership in technology innovation and transformation Partnering with the Product Portfolio Lead, Technical Area Lead and Enterprise Architects to envision and deliver on the architectural roadmap and priorities for the portfolio. Translating business and technical requirements into an architectural blueprint to achieve business objectives and documenting all solution architecture design and analysis work Leading evaluation, analysis, and design for the implementation of a solution architecture Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and lead cross-functional groups; and to prioritize regular workload, special tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within an established time frame. Valuing simplicity and being unafraid to challenge technical constraints and procedures to enable an agile, high-performing team. Comfortable partnering with Product Owners and technical leadership and providing a data-driven approach to decision making, both in the day-to-day management and in making strategic trade-offs Committing to cross-functional collaboration to achieve the best results for the organization Passionate about building enterprise-grade, scalable solutions, that add long-term value to the firm High level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness and collaboration Building relationships and reliable team player, displaying consideration and respect for others Performing successfully in a fast-paced, multi-cultural and service-oriented environment Interpreting rules and guidelines flexibly to enhance the business and aligning with BCG's values and culture Exhibiting ownership and accountability for yourself and the team Attention to detail, well organized, and able to set priorities and take decisions Being flexible to be available outside of normal business hours for international calls as needed What You'll Bring Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in information science, data management, computer science or related field. 15+ years of relevant experience in IT architecture with strong technical background, preferably in large international organizations Experience with scalable architectures, API management, serverless technologies, and SaaS low code platform-tools/technologies Demonstrated experience communicating complex system architecture technologies, patterns, artifacts, and roadmaps to senior business leadership Good understanding of technology-enabled business transformation, Digital transformation, Organizational transformation, delivering enterprise-level Digital projects Knowledge of Agile Methodologies and ways of working (Scrum, XP, DevOps ), understanding and applying a "servant leader" mindset, and with the ability to engage in Agile ceremonies to provide teams necessary direction and guidance Nice to have - IT Architect certification: Open Group certification (e.g., TOGAF Certified, Certified Architect Master) Functional/Technical Skills Strong experience as an IT architect in complex and heterogeneous environment Solid experience of designing end-to-end architecture and design of applications using one or more platforms Expertise in integrating Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions in complex environment Domain experience in Risk solutions, ideally with experience in leading a Risk Transformation project High level of expertise in understanding data architecture and supporting technologies Experience in collaborating with agile development teams in reviewing application architecture, design and implementation against quality standards Solid experience in modern design patterns Expertise towards SOA & Microservices architecture implementation using REST APIs, queue-based messaging patterns, relational and NoSQL databases Working knowledge of Machine learning model integration and MLOps pipelines. Working knowledge of orchestration for AI services. Working knowledge of on-premises/cloud-based infrastructures, SDLC pipelines, and deployments/configurations and definition/evangelism of best practices/standards Proven advanced experience with systems integration, IT industry standards, architecture principles design, and service level agreement definition Strong focus on promoting component re-use in architecture designs Experienced in software delivery including CI/CD and related DevSecOps practices, working with cloud-based platforms such as Azure or AWS Strong software design & development principles, with a focus on system stability, reusability and performance optimized for a global audience Strong understanding of application testing, diagnostics, and performance tuning Strong understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies. And workable knowledge of Data ingestion pipelines Front-end JavaScript frameworks like Angular & React and Vue AWS Azure . click apply for full job details
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 work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fuelled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. What You'll Do We are seeking a Manager with IT Consulting and tech experience in Commodity Trading to join our team and lead transformational initiatives in the evolving energy markets. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations, advising leading utilities, IOCs, merchant traders, renewables developers and owners, small digital start-up traders and other market participants on how to optimize, modernize and transform their IT landscapes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering end-to-end IT solutions - from classical ETRM implementations to modern cloud-based data-centric platforms, real-time risk management solutions, and innovative digital and AI solutions for energy trading organisations. You will lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping them navigate regulatory requirements, embrace new technologies, and build the trading capabilities of the future. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to unlock additional value from asset-backed trading, origination and prop trading, to build new or improved trading capabilities and solutions and/or solve their modernisation and digitalization problems. You will help to understand their key challenges, define tech visions and IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project, you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients, you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with strong IT Consulting experience with exposure to the Commodity Trading Domain. Specifically, we are looking for expertise in the following areas: 10-15 years of professional experience since graduation, with a solid track record in IT consulting and project delivery. Significant exposure to Energy Trading IT landscapes, with hands-on experience in Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems, short-term trading, market access, or related data-centric platforms. Prior work with international energy companies, and/or specialized commodity trading firms highly desirable. Bachelor's degree as a minimum requirement in a STEM related subject area. Computer Science Degree preferred Additional certifications in energy trading, risk management, or IT consulting (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, Cloud certifications) are a plus. Energy Trading IT Systems & Platforms: Hands-on experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Aspect, Openlink, or similar), including trade capture, risk management, control and reporting, settlement, and regulatory reporting (REMIT, EMIR). Knowledge of Nomination and Scheduling systems, including interaction with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) for power and gas. Familiarity with Short-Term Trading systems supporting day-ahead, intraday, and balancing markets, ideally with exposure to algorithmic/automated trading solutions. Understanding of Market Access platforms (OTC, exchange, broker integration) and trading certificates/licensing requirements. Experience with Market Data Management platforms (price curves, weather/meteorological data, analytics) and integration with downstream systems. Exposure to Finance and Controlling systems used in trading operations (billing, settlement, accounting, cost/controlling). Energy Trading Value Chain & Processes: Knowledge of the end-to-end trade lifecycle, including portfolio management, deal negotiation, trade capture, confirmation, physical and financial settlement, and risk management. Understanding of portfolio optimization and forecasting models (short-, mid-, and long-term horizons). Experience working with valuation and risk frameworks (e.g., Value-at-Risk (VaR), credit risk management, P&L scenarios). Technology & Transformation Skills: Experience delivering digital and cloud-based solutions for trading landscapes (Azure, AWS, or similar). Familiarity with Lean ETRM concepts and modular IT landscapes (e.g., microservices, APIs, containerized solutions). Strong background in data platforms, analytics, and integration for trading use cases (real-time data feeds, pricing, forecasting, optimization). Knowledge of automation and algorithmic trading capabilities in the context of power and gas trading. Domain Experience: Practical experience in Energy Trading markets (ideally power and gas but oil/LNG knowledge also helpful, with exposure to renewables integration). Familiarity with products, deal types, and counterparties across OTC and exchange markets (e.g., forwards, futures, options, swaps, day-ahead, intraday, structured products, PPAs). Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in European or global energy trading markets. Additional info 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.
21/10/2025
Full time
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 work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fuelled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. What You'll Do We are seeking a Manager with IT Consulting and tech experience in Commodity Trading to join our team and lead transformational initiatives in the evolving energy markets. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations, advising leading utilities, IOCs, merchant traders, renewables developers and owners, small digital start-up traders and other market participants on how to optimize, modernize and transform their IT landscapes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering end-to-end IT solutions - from classical ETRM implementations to modern cloud-based data-centric platforms, real-time risk management solutions, and innovative digital and AI solutions for energy trading organisations. You will lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping them navigate regulatory requirements, embrace new technologies, and build the trading capabilities of the future. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to unlock additional value from asset-backed trading, origination and prop trading, to build new or improved trading capabilities and solutions and/or solve their modernisation and digitalization problems. You will help to understand their key challenges, define tech visions and IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project, you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients, you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with strong IT Consulting experience with exposure to the Commodity Trading Domain. Specifically, we are looking for expertise in the following areas: 10-15 years of professional experience since graduation, with a solid track record in IT consulting and project delivery. Significant exposure to Energy Trading IT landscapes, with hands-on experience in Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems, short-term trading, market access, or related data-centric platforms. Prior work with international energy companies, and/or specialized commodity trading firms highly desirable. Bachelor's degree as a minimum requirement in a STEM related subject area. Computer Science Degree preferred Additional certifications in energy trading, risk management, or IT consulting (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, Cloud certifications) are a plus. Energy Trading IT Systems & Platforms: Hands-on experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Aspect, Openlink, or similar), including trade capture, risk management, control and reporting, settlement, and regulatory reporting (REMIT, EMIR). Knowledge of Nomination and Scheduling systems, including interaction with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) for power and gas. Familiarity with Short-Term Trading systems supporting day-ahead, intraday, and balancing markets, ideally with exposure to algorithmic/automated trading solutions. Understanding of Market Access platforms (OTC, exchange, broker integration) and trading certificates/licensing requirements. Experience with Market Data Management platforms (price curves, weather/meteorological data, analytics) and integration with downstream systems. Exposure to Finance and Controlling systems used in trading operations (billing, settlement, accounting, cost/controlling). Energy Trading Value Chain & Processes: Knowledge of the end-to-end trade lifecycle, including portfolio management, deal negotiation, trade capture, confirmation, physical and financial settlement, and risk management. Understanding of portfolio optimization and forecasting models (short-, mid-, and long-term horizons). Experience working with valuation and risk frameworks (e.g., Value-at-Risk (VaR), credit risk management, P&L scenarios). Technology & Transformation Skills: Experience delivering digital and cloud-based solutions for trading landscapes (Azure, AWS, or similar). Familiarity with Lean ETRM concepts and modular IT landscapes (e.g., microservices, APIs, containerized solutions). Strong background in data platforms, analytics, and integration for trading use cases (real-time data feeds, pricing, forecasting, optimization). Knowledge of automation and algorithmic trading capabilities in the context of power and gas trading. Domain Experience: Practical experience in Energy Trading markets (ideally power and gas but oil/LNG knowledge also helpful, with exposure to renewables integration). Familiarity with products, deal types, and counterparties across OTC and exchange markets (e.g., forwards, futures, options, swaps, day-ahead, intraday, structured products, PPAs). Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in European or global energy trading markets. Additional info 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.
We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Designer with a strong background in digital design and enterprise architecture to lead cross-functional teams in aligning complex, multi-Line of Business (LOB) initiatives with our Target State Architecture. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our technology landscape and driving innovation across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead architectural teams to align cross-functional and cross-LOB projects with Target State Architecture. Develop and manage LOB-wide Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for both projects and long-term architectural strategies. Collaborate with senior business leaders to create Conceptual Architectures that translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Design and evolve Target State Architectures that support enterprise-wide strategies and transformation initiatives. Provide coaching and mentorship to less experienced architects and technical team members. Ensure architectural consistency and best practices across all systems within the LOB. Engage with stakeholders across Financial Services (FS) to deliver top-level banking architecture solutions. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in enterprise architecture leadership within large-scale, complex environments. Deep expertise in application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines. Strong experience in digital design , with hands-on knowledge of Figma . Demonstrated success working with major global brands such as Apple, Google, or leading retail organisations. Experience in Financial Services (FS) and delivering solutions within top-tier banking environments. Highly self-motivated , with the ability to lead initiatives independently and drive strategic outcomes. Strong understanding of architectural frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman). Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills. This is a 9 Month Maternity cover starting ASAP. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
20/10/2025
Full time
We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Designer with a strong background in digital design and enterprise architecture to lead cross-functional teams in aligning complex, multi-Line of Business (LOB) initiatives with our Target State Architecture. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our technology landscape and driving innovation across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead architectural teams to align cross-functional and cross-LOB projects with Target State Architecture. Develop and manage LOB-wide Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for both projects and long-term architectural strategies. Collaborate with senior business leaders to create Conceptual Architectures that translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Design and evolve Target State Architectures that support enterprise-wide strategies and transformation initiatives. Provide coaching and mentorship to less experienced architects and technical team members. Ensure architectural consistency and best practices across all systems within the LOB. Engage with stakeholders across Financial Services (FS) to deliver top-level banking architecture solutions. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in enterprise architecture leadership within large-scale, complex environments. Deep expertise in application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines. Strong experience in digital design , with hands-on knowledge of Figma . Demonstrated success working with major global brands such as Apple, Google, or leading retail organisations. Experience in Financial Services (FS) and delivering solutions within top-tier banking environments. Highly self-motivated , with the ability to lead initiatives independently and drive strategic outcomes. Strong understanding of architectural frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman). Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills. This is a 9 Month Maternity cover starting ASAP. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
Head of Performance & Reliability EngineeringFull-Time - Hybrid (3 days in Cambridgeshire) Up to £95,000 + Bonus This is an exceptional opportunity to join a major organisation at a pivotal stage in their digital transformation. As Head of Performance & Reliability Engineering You'll shape strategy, lead performance testing and chaos engineering initiatives, and embed reliability best practices across engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. This is a senior, strategic leadership role focused on system excellence, observability, and continuous improvement. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience leading Performance Engineering, Reliability, or SRE functions Deep expertise in performance testing methodologies (load, stress, spike, soak) Strong hands-on background with LoadRunner and Dynatrace (plus tools such as NeoLoad, k6, or JMeter) Skilled in chaos engineering , resilience testing , and system scalability Experience defining and managing SLOs, SLIs, and error budgets Strong knowledge of distributed systems , cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and microservice architectures Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed performance and reliability into the SDLC Inspirational leader with experience building, mentoring, and enabling high-performing engineering team What's on Offer? 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Private health cover option 6% matched pension contributions Funded professional qualifications and L&D opportunities Life event loan up to £3,000 Discounts on insurance & breakdown cover About the Role: Lead the performance and reliability strategy across critical platforms and services Oversee load, stress, and chaos testing initiatives to ensure systems perform and recover under real-world conditions Define and drive best practices for observability, monitoring, and APM adoption using tools like Dynatrace Drive incident reduction, faster recovery (MTTR) , and continuous reliability improvements Champion a culture of performance ownership , ensuring teams build with scalability, stability, and efficiency in mind Influence technology direction through deep technical insight and strong stakeholder engagements Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
20/10/2025
Full time
Head of Performance & Reliability EngineeringFull-Time - Hybrid (3 days in Cambridgeshire) Up to £95,000 + Bonus This is an exceptional opportunity to join a major organisation at a pivotal stage in their digital transformation. As Head of Performance & Reliability Engineering You'll shape strategy, lead performance testing and chaos engineering initiatives, and embed reliability best practices across engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. This is a senior, strategic leadership role focused on system excellence, observability, and continuous improvement. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience leading Performance Engineering, Reliability, or SRE functions Deep expertise in performance testing methodologies (load, stress, spike, soak) Strong hands-on background with LoadRunner and Dynatrace (plus tools such as NeoLoad, k6, or JMeter) Skilled in chaos engineering , resilience testing , and system scalability Experience defining and managing SLOs, SLIs, and error budgets Strong knowledge of distributed systems , cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and microservice architectures Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed performance and reliability into the SDLC Inspirational leader with experience building, mentoring, and enabling high-performing engineering team What's on Offer? 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Private health cover option 6% matched pension contributions Funded professional qualifications and L&D opportunities Life event loan up to £3,000 Discounts on insurance & breakdown cover About the Role: Lead the performance and reliability strategy across critical platforms and services Oversee load, stress, and chaos testing initiatives to ensure systems perform and recover under real-world conditions Define and drive best practices for observability, monitoring, and APM adoption using tools like Dynatrace Drive incident reduction, faster recovery (MTTR) , and continuous reliability improvements Champion a culture of performance ownership , ensuring teams build with scalability, stability, and efficiency in mind Influence technology direction through deep technical insight and strong stakeholder engagements Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
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