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Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you ready to lead the charge in optimizing data systems within the energy sector? Our client is on a transformative journey, and they need a visionary Data Systems Manager to join their dynamic team. If you have a passion for data management and thrive in collaborative environments, this is the opportunity for you! Role: Data & Systems Specialist Duration: 6 months (ext. options) Location: Warwick (Hybrid 1 Day in Office) Rate: £450 pd (umbrella) About the Role: As a Data Systems Manager, you will be at the forefront of enhancing our client's Connections process. Your responsibilities will include: Optimizing Systems: Review and improve data structures and baseline functionality to identify opportunities for enhancement. Collaborating: Work hand-in-hand with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of system improvements. Agile Project Management: Partner with business SMEs and IT professionals in an agile environment to deliver impactful system changes. Future Readiness: Engage with project leads to anticipate upcoming requirements and adapt to industry developments. Ensuring Data Integrity: Apply best practices in governance and architecture to maintain robust and future-proof solutions. Governance and Compliance: Maintain data sharing controls to ensure transparency and adherence to standards. Contributing to Applications: Assist in the development of NESO Connection applications, focusing on user experience and business needs. Managing Deliverables: Track progress against milestones and provide clear updates to stakeholders. About You: We are looking for someone who embodies an agile mindset and possesses the following skills and experiences: Agile Experience: Demonstrated knowledge of Agile principles with a proven track record of applying them in project settings. Data Expertise: Strong understanding of data structures and governance to ensure integrity and optimize systems. Analytical Problem Solver: Ability to analyze complex issues, identify opportunities, and communicate solutions effectively. Governance and Catalogues: Experience in implementing data sharing controls and developing data catalogues. Process Improvement: Skilled in identifying gaps and designing enhancements for better operations and user experiences. Testing and Quality Assurance: Familiarity with validating technical solutions to ensure they meet user and business needs. Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communication skills to build collaborative relationships across technical and business teams. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in data and systems management, including governance and integrity. Understanding of large-scale energy systems or similar environments. Experience in Agile delivery environments with a collaborative approach. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Skills & Experience: Knowledge of NESO operations or similar organizations within the energy sector. Experience with data catalogue development and governance. Exposure to user experience design principles for improved usability. Familiarity with process improvement initiatives to optimize workflows. Understanding of industry change drivers and their impact on data and systems. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration. We welcome Full time and part time applicants and are open to flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle. If you're ready to make a difference in the energy sector and drive impactful data solutions, we want to hear from you! Apply today and embark on a transformative journey with us! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

SAP BTP Consultant | 3 Month Contract | Fully Remote | Start Date - Immediate | Negotiable Day Rate Project: Migration from SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Services on SAP BTP Neo to SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Cloud Edition on SAP BTP Multi-Cloud Role Overview We are seeking an experienced SAP BTP Consultantto support the setup, configuration, and enablement of SAP Document and Reporting Compliance Cloud Edition within the SAP BTP Multi-Cloud Environment. This role will focus on establishing the new BTP landscape, ensuring all required services and integrations are properly configured to support UK HMRC tax submission processes. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, and provision SAP BTP Multi-Cloud accounts, subaccounts, entitlements, and service plans. Lead the technical migration from SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Services (Neo) to the Cloud Edition (Multi-Cloud). Configure connectivity, destinations, trust configurations, and security settings. Ensure seamless integration with Back End SAP systems (ECC/S4HANA) required for Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR). Collaborate with SAP functional and technical teams to validate components during testing cycles. Provide documentation, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer to the internal team. Troubleshoot any environment, connectivity, or service configuration issues encountered during migration. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with SAP BTP Multi-Cloud environment , including account structure and service provisioning. Prior involvement in SAP DRC/ACR implementations or migrations preferred. Knowledge of SAP BTP Neo and experience with transitions to Multi-Cloud. Expertise in BTP services such as Cloud Foundry, IAS/IPS, Destinations, Connectivity, and Subaccount configuration. Excellent problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently within a project team. Strong communication and documentation skills. SAP BTP Consultant | 3 Month Contract | Fully Remote | Start Date - Immediate | Negotiable Day Rate

SAP FI/CO Consultant (ACR - DRC) | 3 Month Contract | Fully Remote | Immediate Start | Negotiable Day Rate Project: Migration from SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Services on SAP BTP Neo to SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Cloud Edition on SAP BTP Multi-Cloud Role Overview We are looking for an experienced SAP FI/CO Consultant with strong knowledge of Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) and UK HMRC tax submission processes. The consultant will support functional configuration, testing, and validation of the ACR solution to ensure full compatibility and performance within the newly implemented SAP BTP Multi-Cloud environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the functional analysis and configuration of ACR reports relevant to UK HMRC submissions. Validate and test the ACR solution following the migration to SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Cloud Edition. Work closely with technical and BTP teams to ensure end-to-end functional alignment during the migration. Support integration testing between SAP Back End systems and the new cloud compliance services. Identify system or configuration gaps and provide solutions or workarounds. Prepare functional specifications, test scripts, and documentation. Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide functional support to business stakeholders. Required Skills & Experience Strong functional background in SAP FI/CO , with specific experience in Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) . Experience with UK HMRC tax reporting , VAT submission processes, or Making Tax Digital (MTD) is highly advantageous. Familiarity with SAP Document & Reporting Compliance Cloud Edition and its integration to SAP Back End systems. Ability to interpret technical changes in the BTP environment from a functional perspective. Excellent communication, stakeholder-facing skills, and attention to detail. Proven experience supporting testing cycles, defect resolution, and go-live readiness. SAP FI/CO Consultant (ACR - DRC) | 3 Month Contract | Fully Remote | Immediate Start | Negotiable Day Rate

Junior IT Support Engineer Location: London, Euston (HQ Office) Job Type: Full-time Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum Hours: 9am-5.30pm, Monday - Friday (Occasional out-of-hours and weekend work) Reporting to: Lead IT Engineer & CTO A new exciting permanent opportunity for a Junior IT Support Engineer to Join a high-growth, eco-friendly company revolutionising the cleaning industry. Since their journey started in 20218, they have developed natural, beautifully scented, and refillable cleaning products that are safe for the environment. With over 200,000 loyal subscribers and a five-fold increase in sales last year, this is a leader in the natural cleaning market, ranked in the top 10 on 2025's Sunday Times 100 list of fastest-growing UK businesses. The Junior IT Support Engineer to join their growing IT department as their second internal IT hire. You will work directly with their Lead IT Engineer, handling day-to-day technical support whilst gaining hands-on experience with infrastructure projects and cybersecurity initiatives. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment where you will help build our IT infrastructure from the ground up. Responsibilities Provide first-line technical support, responding to and resolving level 1 support requests across the organisation Setup Windows and MacOS laptops Enrol Apple devices into Apple Business Manager and our Mobile Device Management system (MDM) Create and manage user accounts in Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 Travel between our sites to provide hands-on technical support as required Ensure all company issued devices are security compliant and properly locked down Assist with endpoint hardening by applying security configurations under guidance Requirements Strong problem-solving skills with methodical approach to troubleshooting technical issues Familiarity with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 administration One to two years of experience in a technical support or similar IT role Experience with device imaging and deployment processes Proficiency with both Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems Basic familiarity with Linux and the command line interface is a plus. Good understanding of core networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN) Capability to work independently on routine IT tasks without requiring constant supervision Benefits Competitive salary and growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company. Be part of a company that values sustainability and innovation. Work in a dynamic and supportive environment. To be part of an exciting, growing and established company please submit your updated CV to be considered immediately.

Financial Services Test & Release Manager - Bracknell, Berkshire (3 days a week on-site in Bracknell) £53K-£58K basic depending on experience A new opportunity to join the Financial Services division of a major global brand as the Test & Release Manager. Role: Test and Release Manager holds responsibility for overseeing the full life cycle of testing and release processes for software products within the organisation. This position requires close coordination with both internal teams and third-party suppliers to ensure that every software release undergoes thorough testing, conforms to established quality standards, and is delivered punctually, thereby minimising business risk. Releases managed by this role will encompass both defect fixes and changes/features. Qualifications, skills and experience: Required Test Management Expertise: Possesses solid experience in Test Management and hands-on testing, ensuring a thorough and reliable approach to quality assurance. Proven experience delivering testing strategy and managing releases. Exceptional Communication: Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a strong focus on understanding, establishing, and effectively managing customer expectations. Financial Services Experience : Exhibits a robust understanding of business requirements, enabling the development and maintenance of high levels of customer trust and confidence. Experience working within a regulated industry and able to demonstrate an understanding of operating within a regulated environment. Clear Communication of Needs and Schedules : Capable of effectively conveying requirements and timelines to both IT teams and end-users, ensuring that plans are comprehensive and all standards are consistently met. Leadership and Motivation: A self-starter with proven ability to lead and inspire teams whilst managing own workload. Utilising a diverse range of skills and problem-solving techniques to address challenges and achieve objectives. Technical Communication: Adept at presenting and explaining technical concepts in a manner that builds rapport, persuades stakeholders, and facilitates clear understanding. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates strong collaborative abilities and interpersonal skills, working effectively with colleagues at all levels of management. Financial Service Test & Release Manager - Bracknell, Berkshire (3 days a week on-site in Bracknell)

Senior Software Engineer Term: 12-Month Contract, likely to extend Location: Gloucester - hybrid working, 3 days onsite per week Rate: £51.21 per hour, approximately £379 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella) About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Senior Software Engineer with strong Python skills and some applied AI/ML experience to support the development and deployment of intelligent engineering solutions within a world-class aerospace and industrial environment. You will work as part of a growing team dedicated to improving engineering efficiency, automation, and digital capability. The role is practical, delivery-focused, and involves close collaboration with global AI teams in Canada and France as well as local engineering stakeholders in Gloucester. This is not a research or deep data science role - instead, you will apply software engineering fundamentals , support the integration and deployment of AI-based tools, and help uplift engineering capability through high-quality, scalable software. What You'll Be Doing Software Engineering & Technical Delivery Develop, deploy, and maintain software solutions that integrate AI/ML functionality. Build robust, high-quality Python applications used within engineering workflows. Contribute to the design and implementation of data pipelines and data storage solutions. Support troubleshooting, optimisation, and ongoing maintenance of AI-enabled systems. Lightweight AI/ML Integration Prototype and implement applied ML functions (eg, classification, prediction, feature extraction) where needed. Integrate models developed by global AI/ML teams into production-ready engineering tools. Perform data preparation, analysis, and exploratory investigations to support engineering needs. Technical Leadership & Mentorship Provide guidance to junior engineers and apprentices at the Gloucester site. Uphold technical standards, coding best practices, and documentation quality. Influence design decisions and ensure reliability across software initiatives. Global Collaboration Work closely with AI/ML experts in Toronto and Paris, facilitating knowledge transfer and technical alignment. Help accelerate local projects by leveraging specialist expertise from international teams. Collaborate across business and IT to meet engineering objectives. Continuous Improvement Identify and champion improvements in tooling, processes, coding practices, and methodologies. Stay aware of emerging software engineering and AI technologies. Skills & Experience Required Core Technical Skills Strong Python development experience (required). Solid software engineering fundamentals: version control, testing, deployment CI/CD and life cycle management troubleshooting and optimisation Experience working with databases , storage systems, and basic ETL workflows. Experience with AWS or another cloud environment (advantageous). Familiarity with ML frameworks or libraries (preferred but not essential). Experience Level 2-5 years in a commercial software engineering role preferred. Experience working in an engineering, industrial, or aerospace environment is a bonus. Soft Skills & Leadership Able to take a leading role in delivering technical projects. Confident mentoring junior team members. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Collaborative, autonomous, and proactive mindset. Why This Role Stands Out You will be working on real engineering challenges , not theoretical research. Opportunity to shape how intelligent tools support high-performance aerospace systems. Tight collaboration with global AI teams - excellent environment for career growth. A role that blends solid software engineering with exposure to modern AI practices.

The closing date for applications is 11.59pm 7 Jan 2026 . First stage interviews over MS Teams will take place between January 2026. Second stage interviews will take place at our offices in Victoria on Wednesday 28 and Friday 30 January. What are the main responsibilities of this role? •Manage partners/suppliers to assure service continuity and supplier performance in terms of technical quality and performance metrics. •Responsible for EUC service delivery, ensuring availability, performance, and compliance. •Produce Statements of work for Suppliers to deliver to and manage delivery, assure success and technical quality of the work delivered. •Lead endpoint strategy, lifecycle planning, and BIOS/driver governance. •Manage Intune migration and endpoint refresh programmes. •Oversee AV device management (Surface Hubs, Cisco, Neat Boards). •Collaborate with InfoSec on endpoint security to ensure EUC estate is compliant. •Drive automation, standardisation, and proactive monitoring. •Act as escalation point for EUC-related incidents and problems. •Maintain structured documentation, SOPs, and CMDB accuracy. How does this align to the Government Digital Service DDaT Roles? This position aligns with the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) profession role of IT Service Manager within the Government Digital Service framework. While this serves as a reference point for capability and expectations, the responsibilities of this role extend beyond the standard DDaT definition. For further details, please refer to the official DDaT role description: IT Service Manager DDaT Capability Framework. Relationships: Reporting to: Head of Service Management Relationships: Part of a 3-person team alongside the Service Management Lead working under the Head of Service Management, which in turn works alongside the Infrastructure Operations team under the Head of Digital Operations. Internal: Working with all teams across Digital Services and Information Security (InfoSec). External: Multiple third-party support vendors. Resources Managed: None Security Clearance: NAO DS Operators at this level must be SC cleared as part of the onboarding process. Responsibilities: Organisational Admin & Management •Maintain structured documentation and SOPs for EUC services. •Support internal communications and cross-team knowledge sharing. •Contribute to CMDB accuracy and asset lifecycle governance. •Participate in team engagement and improvement workshops. •Lead and assurance of onboarding new devices and services. •Represent EUC operations in governance forums. Service Delivery •Ensure availability, performance, and SLA compliance across EUC platforms including supplier performance management. •Responsible for MDM tooling and endpoint refresh programmes. •Administer Windows Operating System, Office 365, and third-party applications. •Lead Video Conferencing/Audio-visual device management (Surface Hubs, Cisco, Neat, etc.) including peripherals and managing supplier who supports and develops. •Maintain accurate configuration and asset data in ITSM Tools. •Lead on service validation and testing for new deployments. •Manage vendors and suppliers to ensure service continuity and upgrades. •Monitor endpoint performance and identify improvement opportunities. •Manage patching, backup, and DR readiness for endpoint platforms. •Lead onboarding of EUC services into operational support. Strategic •Lead endpoint strategy, BIOS/driver/firmware governance, and app lifecycle planning. •Produce technology roadmaps to ensure architecture decisions for all EUC and AV services are fit for purpose. •Write Statements of work, engaging in supplier workshops to determine solutions where necessary. •Contribute to service catalogue evolution and governance frameworks. •Recommend tooling improvements and automation opportunities. •Provide input into training needs and capability uplift. •Liaise with senior stakeholders on EUC priorities. •Develop metrics and dashboards for EUC performance and risk. •Advocate for cost-effective and scalable endpoint solutions. Support •Act as escalation point for EUC-related incidents and problems. •Conduct root cause analysis and manage known error records. •Provide mentoring and guidance on structured troubleshooting. •Support resolution of ad hoc technical issues with a strategic approach. •Deliver remote support to Newcastle office and mobile users. •Collaborate with Problem Management Lead to remediate recurring issues. •Collaborate with Service Delivery Manager on queue management to ensure incidents are resolved within SLA/KPIs Security & Risk •Implement endpoint security controls and compliance policies. •Collaborate with InfoSec on vulnerability remediation and access governance. •Support change governance and compliance processes; provide evidence for GRC audits and align to industry certifications where applicable (including, but not limited to ISO 27001 & CE+). •Track and report on endpoint-related risk metrics and posture improvements. Development •Contribute to automation scripts and tooling enhancements. •Participate in pilots for new endpoint technologies and service improvements. Emergency Capacity •Provide capacity for major and urgent incidents. Working Environment & Requirements •You'll work on an agreed support rota to ensure coverage from 08 00, with core hours of 09 00, Monday to Friday, on-site in Victoria, London. Occasional attendance will be required at our Newcastle office with expenses paid for travel and accommodation. Due to the nature of the role, occasional (paid) weekend work as required, and Time-Off-In-Lieu offered for out-of-hours work during Mon-Fri. Key skills/competencies required Skills & Experience Leadership & Governance • Ability to govern EUC services, designing standards that ensure compliance aligned to strategic objectives. • Skilled in managing vendor relationships for endpoint and AV solutions, including SLA/OLA compliance and performance reviews. ITIL & Service Management Expertise • Strong command of ITIL practices: Change, Release, Problem, Knowledge, Configuration. • Collaborative, structured, and improvement-focused mindset. • Familiarity with SIAM and multi-supplier governance frameworks. Technical & Tooling Knowledge • Proven experience managing Windows Operating Systems, SCCM, Intune, Entra ID, and mobile platforms (iOS, Android). • Strong understanding of Windows as a Service (WaaS) and experience of managing patching, and endpoint lifecycle. • Familiarity with AV technologies (Surface Hubs, Cisco Desk Pros, Neat Boards). • Experience with MDM policy design and administration. • Skilled in PowerShell scripting and automation. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement • Strong communicator across technical and non-technical audiences. • Able to produce SOPs, runbooks, and user-facing guides. • Experience engaging suppliers, InfoSec, and project delivery teams. Desirable Certifications • ITIL 4 Foundation. • ITIL 4 Specialist: Monitor, Support & Fulfil (desirable). • PRINCE2 / AgilePM or equivalent delivery discipline (desirable). • Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-102) • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) Key Behaviours • Work in accordance with the NAO s values and champion our diversity and inclusion strategy. • Demonstrate a strong commitment to their own self-development, to delivering the NAO s strategic objectives, and keep themselves up to date on office initiatives and information relevant to their work and specialism. • Use their knowledge and expertise to deliver high-quality work that supports their team objectives and contributes to organisational priorities. • Influence and add value by building their understanding and insight into the challenges and perspectives of stakeholders. • Look for innovative solutions for how we approach work and make suggestions for new ways for how we could deliver work and continuously improve our business processes to make them more efficient and effective. • Demonstrate an ability to balance tasks and priorities to lead a complex, challenging work package, including supporting the work of others. • Enable the NAO to lead by example in the delivery of high-quality, efficient business practices and support their teams to do so. • Comply with corporate responsibilities and support others to do so. • Take ownership of delivering high-quality work to time and quality standards. • Proactively look for ways we can improve our ways of working and make suggestions for how these could be implemented. • Engage confidently with colleagues and clients at all levels to support the delivery of work and build good relationships with key stakeholders. • Work flexibly to contribute to a range of topics and outputs and take ownership of driving work forward and responding to challenges.

Contract type : Permanent Location : London or Newcastle office with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office in line with our hybrid working policy Salary : Newcastle salary: c.£77,000, London salary: c.£86,000 (higher base salaries may be available for exceptional candidates) + civil service pension scheme About the role Senior IT Audit Managers play a vital role in making sure we deliver high quality external IT audit work to support financial audit teams in providing effective accountability and scrutiny. Senior IT Audit Managers will manage specialist IT audit teams across a wide range of audits, covering complex ERP and other systems significant to financial reporting across our audited entities. Taking the lead for a large central government department and a range of public organisations, the Senior IT Audit Managers will manage, support and motivate their specialist teams to deliver IT audit work that is both high quality and delivers value to help improve public services. How to apply To be considered for this role, please submit the following by the deadline of Sunday 7 December: • An up-to-date CV • A covering letter setting out briefly how you meet the candidate specification for the role (max. 1000 words) Selection process • Telephone interview - w/c 1st December • Timed technical exercise - w/c 8 December • Panel interview, including presentation - w/c 15 December Nationality Requirements: • UK nationals • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK • nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Equal opportunities and diversity Disability and Reasonable Adjustments Applicants with a disability who wish their application to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme should confirm this when submitting their application. Under this scheme we guarantee an interview to an applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for the role. You should also let our HR team know if you wish us to consider any Reasonable Adjustments at any stage of the process (HR Service Desk ( ). Responsibilities Your key responsibilities will be across the following areas: •Supporting the Director, IT Audit in the development of IT audit within the NAO •Supporting the development and planning of the annual programme of IT audit work and monitoring the delivery of that IT audit plan through good project and budget management •Delivery of specific IT audit engagements •Development of quality IT audit within the NAO •Assisting with review and updating of the overall IT audit development strategy •Assisting with developing IT audit skills of both IT Audit Specialists and financial audit teams on IT audit matters, with a focus on major ERP solutions e.g. Oracle, SAP, Workday •In conjunction with the Director, IT Audit and Senior IT Audit Managers, reviewing the outcome of the annual audit quality review processes and then developing appropriate responses to ensure that any quality related issues are effectively responded to on a timely basis and our System of Quality Management updated, maintained and upheld. •Designing, developing, planning and delivering a programme of IT Audit Specialist training •Providing insight on IT matters to the wider office e.g. through such means as lunch and learn sessions, developing guidance notes, attending team meetings •Assisting in developing IT audit approaches that respond to new and emerging technologies and related risks arising from IT •Assisting in the review and development of the NAO s IT audit approach, and supporting tools and documentation, to ensure that the approach remains current and delivers the highest quality audit in an efficient and effective way e.g. annual and ad hoc update of standardised audit responses to risks arising from IT. Supporting the planning and delivery of the annual IT audit work programme • Responsible for a portfolio of IT audits, with overall responsibility for ensuring the provision of appropriate IT support to that portfolio and the delivery of high-quality IT audit work. • Working with the Senior IT Audit Managers to: develop an annual plan of IT audit work to be delivered; to develop the resourcing plan to support the delivery of the annual plan; to ensure appropriate processes are in place to monitor quality and delivery of the annual IT audit plan and to respond proactively to any delivery or quality issues arising • Collaborating with our Data Operations Team and AI and Data & Analytics Team who together with the IT Audit Team form the Digital Financial Audit Function, to ensure that the wider NAO is provided with guidance on how to use technology to ensure the most effective delivery of IT audit work that adds the most value at least cost. Delivery of specific IT audit engagements • Working with individual financial audit teams to scope and plan the IT audit work that needs to be done to support testing of automated controls and / or IT dependent manual controls plus supporting general IT controls work i.e. mitigate identified risks arising from IT in relation to financial statement audit; • Establish and build excellent relations with audited bodies staff i.e. briefing on the IT audit work to be done and the reason for doing this, on-going engagement and maintenance of those relations with a view to adding value at all levels, including at senior levels e.g. C-Suite / Those Charged With Governance. • Hands-on involvement in all aspects of the delivery of audit work, including: management of the IT Audit team; requesting and gathering sufficient and appropriate audit evidence; development and coaching of staff; review of IT audit work to ensure it meets high quality standards; reaching conclusions on the level of assurance that can be obtained over IT controls / whether the risks have been mitigated based on outcome of testing. • Drafting reports for both audited body staff (including Those Charged With Governance) and the financial audit team to communicate the results and possible impact from IT audit testing and to address any issues arising with proposed recommendations for enhancement to controls and processes. Skills required Skills and Experience Essential •Strong understanding of how IT audit supports the financial audit and the factors that ensure high quality IT audit work •Proven technical skills on the audit of IT systems. We would be looking for technical strength (in the context of the financial audit) particularly in Oracle eBS, Fusion, or in SAP with additional experience in some of the following: Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, Unix, Microsoft Dynamics, SQL •Experience of both hands-on delivery of IT audit work and acting as first stage reviewer to ensure quality IT audit work, pre-empting challenges arising from second-stage, internal and external quality reviews •Exceptional project management skills, able to deliver high quality IT audit work efficiently while ensuring the welfare of your teams •Experience of working with and advising financial audit teams, interpreting the results of IT audit work (whether from internal or external third-party) assurances •Experience of drafting reports for client management on matters arising from IT audit work done •Experience of working with senior level client IT management •Experience in developing and delivering training on IT audit and related matters •Understanding of end-to-end business processes (e.g. Order to Cash; Purchase to Pay; Record to Report, Hire to Retire) and how IT systems and controls fit into and add / mitigate risk in these processes •Experience of testing IT dependent controls, particularly as part of end-to-end business processes (e.g. SOx testing) •Experience of identifying, documenting, evaluating and testing supporting general IT controls required to support the effective operation of IT-dependent controls. Desirable •Strong relationship management and influencing skills to maximise the influence of our work with external clients and stakeholders •Collaborative, engages well with colleagues at all levels, and invests in their development and the wider success of the organisation •Experience of designing, developing and implementing initiatives to improve audit quality Attributes •Intellectual curiosity, especially about technology and business process related matters •Work co-operatively, collaboratively and inclusively as part of a team •Positive can do attitude showing drive and determination to overcome obstacles, resistance or challenges in order to achieve goals •Good communication skills and ability to flex these/interpret complex IT issues to address the various audiences from junior audit staff through to senior level client and internal staff •Ability to manage upwards, keeping the Director, IT Audit apprised of all relevant matters at an appropriate frequency and drawing on and managing their time appropriately •Commitment to personal development and keeping technical skills up to date •Be an excellent role model, able to motivate and inspire individuals and teams to deliver to the best of their abilities while demonstrating the NAO s core values and behaviours •Act as a mentor to team members providing desk training and pastoral support in assisting them to achieve their personal and professional development objectives . click apply for full job details

Date Posted: 2025-11-26 Country: United Kingdom Location: Atlantic Inertial Systems Limited, Clittaford Road, Southway, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 6DE Position Role Type: Unspecified Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a world leader in advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industries. With a comprehensive technology portfolio and deep domain expertise, we deliver cutting-edge systems that solve our customers' toughest challenges and help shape the future of aviation and defence. Join us at our Plymouth site, where we design and manufacture control, navigation, and guidance systems for both air and surface applications. Our world-class products include MEMS-based Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) and the TERPROM Digital Terrain Reference Navigation System. Our growth plan includes development and extension of our current technologies into civil aircraft applications and we're looking for exceptional engineers to join us on that journey. What You Will Do: As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing, integrating, and validating complex embedded systems. Working across hardware, software, and mechanical domains, you'll contribute to projects from concept through to delivery, helping ensure our systems perform flawlessly in the most demanding environments. Your day-to- day will include: Generating and managing system requirements Developing and executing verification procedures and tests Interfacing with stakeholders across Systems, Software, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering Supporting system integration for real-time embedded systems, including hardware/software interfaces Ensuring requirements-to-test traceability and unit-based testing Understanding internal (board-to-board, processor/peripheral) and external (unit-to-unit/network) data bus standards Applying logical and innovative problem-solving across software, hardware, and system levels What You Will Learn: At Collins Aerospace, your career development is as important as our technical innovation. You'll benefit from: Exposure to cutting-edge navigation and sensing technologies. Mentorship and training from industry-leading experts. Opportunities to work on mission-critical systems used globally. A supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and career progression. What You Must Have: Demonstrated experience as a Systems Engineer, covering the full development lifecycle Strong requirements capture and management skills Ability to read and interpret schematics Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS (or similar) Familiarity with version control systems (SVN, Git) Data analysis and algorithm development experience, including MATLAB Skills & Experience We Value: Experience with SysML management tools such as EA or Cameo (preferred) Exposure to industrial, automotive, or aerospace standards Hands-on experience with solid-state MEMS gyroscopes or accelerometers (desirable) Electrical or software design and development experience Ability to use an emulator for on-chip debugging Experience using COTS test equipment in a lab environment (oscilloscopes, bus analysers, etc.) What We Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible working arrangements. Excellent 2:1 matched pension contribution (up to 10%). Private healthcare and life assurance. 25 days annual leave plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Early finish Fridays and a culture that values work life balance. Ongoing career development, mentorship, and world class training. Interested to Explore? If you're passionate about innovation, precision, and purpose-and you're ready to make a real impact in aerospace and defence - then we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team where your expertise helps define the future of navigation and control systems. Note: The successful candidate must hold an active or be willing and eligible to obtain SC level security clearance. Please note that access to certain projects may be restricted based on nationality. RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

Networking Architect (Contract - Inside IR35) Locations: London & Milton Keynes (onsite expectations TBC) Contract: 6 months Start: ASAP IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking experienced SC or DV Cleared Networking Architects to support a major programme involving optimisation and brownfield transformation of complex, secure network environments. This role requires a combination of high-level architectural design and hands-on technical implementation, working closely with technical teams and stakeholders across the organisation. The ideal candidates will possess deep expertise in Cisco and Zscaler technologies (with further technical stack details to be confirmed), as well as proven experience operating in highly secure or restricted environments. We are recruiting a mix of senior and mid-level architects across both London and Milton Keynes locations. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Develop high-level and low-level network designs for existing brownfield environments and optimisation projects. Translate business and programme requirements into robust, scalable network architectures. Conduct impact assessments, technical reviews, and architectural governance activities. Ensure designs follow best practice for security, resilience, and operational efficiency. Implementation & Hands-On Delivery Support or lead technical implementation, migrations, upgrades, and optimisation efforts. Troubleshoot complex networking issues within secure environments. Validate designs through PoCs, testing, and phased deployment approaches. Technical Leadership Work with internal stakeholders, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions. Provide technical assurance and guidance to junior and mid-level architects. Contribute to the development of design patterns, standards, and configuration baselines. Essential Skills & Experience Core Networking Expertise Strong experience with Cisco enterprise and security technologies. Hands-on experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) and associated integration patterns. Deep technical understanding of: Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) MPLS & VPN architectures SD-WAN (Cisco preferred; others beneficial) Firewall technologies Zero-Trust and segmentation concepts

SC/DV Cleared Networking Architect (Contract - Inside IR35) Locations: London & Milton Keynes (onsite expectations TBC) Contract: 6 months (with option to extend) Clearance: Active SC or DV clearance required Start: ASAP IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking experienced SC or DV Cleared Networking Architects to support a major programme involving optimisation and brownfield transformation of complex, secure network environments. This role requires a combination of high-level architectural design and hands-on technical implementation, working closely with technical teams and stakeholders across the organisation. The ideal candidates will possess deep expertise in Cisco and Zscaler technologies (with further technical stack details to be confirmed), as well as proven experience operating in highly secure or restricted environments. We are recruiting a mix of senior and mid-level architects across both London and Milton Keynes locations. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Develop high-level and low-level network designs for existing brownfield environments and optimisation projects. Translate business and programme requirements into robust, scalable network architectures. Conduct impact assessments, technical reviews, and architectural governance activities. Ensure designs follow best practice for security, resilience, and operational efficiency. Implementation & Hands-On Delivery Support or lead technical implementation, migrations, upgrades, and optimisation efforts. Troubleshoot complex networking issues within secure environments. Validate designs through PoCs, testing, and phased deployment approaches. Technical Leadership Work with internal stakeholders, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions. Provide technical assurance and guidance to junior and mid-level architects. Contribute to the development of design patterns, standards, and configuration baselines. Essential Skills & Experience Core Networking Expertise Strong experience with Cisco enterprise and security technologies. Hands-on experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) and associated integration patterns. Deep technical understanding of: Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) MPLS & VPN architectures SD-WAN (Cisco preferred; others beneficial) Firewall technologies Zero-Trust and segmentation concepts Secure Environment Experience Active SC or DV clearance (mandatory). Experience working in restricted or sensitive operational environments.

Allen Lane is supporting the MHRA in their search for a Lead Security Architect to join out Strategy & Architecture team within the Digital & Technology group. This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 7-8 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Our Canary Wharf and South Mimms sites are only available as contractual work locations to existing employees of the MHRA. We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly. Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. What s the role? As the Lead Security Architect, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the department s IT infrastructure and sensitive data. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust security architectures that protect the department's systems from threats and vulnerabilities. Your primary goal is to ensure that all IT services and solutions are secure by design and compliant with government security policies and standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical knowledge, an understanding of emerging threats, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to embed security principles throughout the IT landscape. Key responsibilities: Security Architecture Design Develop and maintain a comprehensive security architecture framework that aligns with the department's IT strategy, government policies, and best practices. Design security controls and solutions for new and existing systems, applications, and services, ensuring they are secure by design and compliant with relevant standards (e.g., NCSC, GDPR, ISO 27001). Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities in proposed and existing systems. Security Policy Development and Compliance Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in line with government regulations, industry standards, and departmental needs. Ensure that all IT systems and solutions comply with relevant legal, regulatory, and governmental standards, such as GDPR, Cyber Essentials, Secure By Design. Conduct regular security reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement of security measures. Security Awareness and Training Stay current with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats, and disseminate relevant information to the wider IT team and stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Act as the primary security architecture point of contact for project teams, providing expert guidance on security requirements, design considerations, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of the department's digital transformation initiatives. Effectively communicate difficult risk and security concepts in accessible ways that can be clearly understood by business leaders. Influence and educate stakeholders on the importance of security principles, standards, and best practices. Innovation and Continuous Improvement Proactively identify opportunities to improve security architecture and reduce risk through innovation, new technologies, and process improvements. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in security architecture, bringing forward recommendations for improvement. Proven experience in Security Architecture Risk management and mitigation experience Experience with emerging security threats and trends Expertise in Network Security design Knowledge of security technologies and tools Application security knowledge Desirable: security qualification (e.g. CISSP, SABSA); experience of cross-government Secure by Design approach A CV (in Word format) setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years; A statement of suitability (no longer than 1,000 words) explaining your interest in joining the MHRA and the experience you offer to the role given the criteria set out in the job description. Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience in their application: If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please click here for further details. To apply for this post, you will need to submit the following documentation to via the apply now. Closing date: 12 th December at 9:00am Shortlisting date: By Friday 19 th December Interview date: Week commencing 5 th January Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. Please note, external applicants will be offered at the base point of the salary range, the Civil Service pay rules apply for current Civil Servants apply on promotion or level transfer. Market Pay Supplement level is determined by performance at interview, with three pay points: Developing; Proficient; Accomplished.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of complex applications using Core Python and web frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, Django. Implement best practices in software development, including exception handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming (OOP). Collaborate with Front End developers using JavaScript, CSS, and HTML to create seamless user interfaces. Develop and optimize SQL databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. Utilize AWS Core services and Terraform for cloud infrastructure management and deployment. Design and implement serverless architectures and manage Docker containers. Oversee the integration of various components and troubleshoot/debug applications to ensure smooth operation. Mentor and guide junior developers in coding standards, version control using GitHub, and code tracking. Automation: using Unit Testing and API Testing Qualifications: At least 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Python and web frameworks. Strong understanding of Front End technologies including Vue.js/React, CSS, and HTML. Proven experience with databases and SQL, along with a solid grasp of data analysis and mathematics. Familiarity with cloud services, particularly AWS, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform. Hands-on experience with Docker and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities, with a knack for mentoring team members. Essential Skills: Agile experience: prior experience and strong working knowledge in Agile methodologies and using processes to drive continuous improvement Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools. Ability to identify problems and develop problem statements, research on new technologies and propose proof of concepts with respect to existing business and new business Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from business and technical staff Ability to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and timelines Preferred Skills: Experience with Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) and Server Side templating languages. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and architecture best practices. Familiarity with design patterns and software architecture principles.

Senior Optimisation Lead required to join our Customer Insight & Activation team on a contract basis Contract - Remote The opportunity: Optimisation Lead/Manager required to join our first-class Commerce organisation and to work alongside a wide range of international clients. This is hands on role working directly with clients on their CRO and experimental campaigns. What you'll be doing: Account & Project Lead for Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) activity: Day to day lead across all CRO/experimentation activity, covering multiple clients Understand the client's business and challenges in order to identify suitable solutions, with a particular focus on CRO (working collaboratively with CX and data insight teams) Manage resourcing and timelines, ensuring delivery of key milestones against schedule and budget Commercially minded, able to create and manage budgets and monitor costs and ROI Contribute to forecasting, month-end invoicing and reporting Build strong client relationships CRO strategy: Formulate CRO hypotheses and craft this into an engaging story to playback to the client Maintain a CRO backlog for each customer, based on the findings of data analysis and CX research Conduct workshops to gather hypotheses and strategic initiatives from clients to ensure internal alignment Maintain a record of all CRO results, and promote this within the business to drive better decision making internally Analyse CRO test results (working in collaboration with the data insight team) and present this to the client in a clear and engaging way Support the creation of business cases for clients to support the implementation of successful tests to production Technical planning and delivery: Formulate detailed requirement documents that outline optimisation hypotheses and proposed design solutions Brief the CRO development team on what is required (based on the test requirement document) Support the CRO development teams to plan, prioritise and successfully launch CRO initiatives to the agreed specification, using suitable delivery frameworks where needed (eg Scrum) Work with clients to ensure they conduct UAT (user acceptability testing) as needed Manage go live' communications with the client and internal support teams Work with client development teams to help transfer winning CRO initiatives to the core website platform Look for efficiencies across the team and breadth of work, so that we can continue to accelerate our offering What we want from you: Proven track record of managing multiple accounts & projects in a creative environment within digital/eComm Hands on technical experience with optimisation Ability to write specifications with a high level of attention to detail, think creatively and add value Ability to think strategically and to prioritise among competing tasks Experience of digital optimisation Experience with tools such as Optimizely, AB Tasty, Adobe Experience (and understanding) of implementation and data tracking is preferable Ability to constructively challenge the client/brief, and work through challenges to facilitate project delivery Experience of new business - able to hunt down opportunities and create pitch/proposals that answer client needs Good self-motivation, strong sense of initiative and ability to work under pressure and deliver on time Excellent analytical skills, so that you can devise and implement strategies to benefit both client and customer Commercially focussed Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with multiple stakeholders both internally and with the client, at all levels Strong written skills - ability to write proposals/presentations, and distil complex presentations, or in-depth research into bite sized information Extremely organised, efficient and calm, able to get up to speed quickly Proactive problem solving, with a natural ability to identify solutions and engage additional resources where needed What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our personality and behaviours: We believe that we are what we do, not just what we say. Our shared values and behaviours show how to bring the VML Enterprise Solution's culture to life through the actions we all take every day: Connect Meaningfully Inspire Creatively Include Purposefully Approach Positively Our brilliant, talented people are what makes VML Enterprise Solutions what we are. That's why we look for people who go beyond and always push our thinking to be better than yesterday. AT VML Enterprise Solutions Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world's leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms. With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands. We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury's, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co. We've built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, HCL, Shopify, Sitecore, BigCommerce, commerce tools and Acquia. Our reputation is based on our people, and we believe we have some of the best in the business. As our business grows internationally, we're looking for new people to join us on our journey to inspire and take a key role in shaping some of the best commerce solutions, services, and websites in the world. Working as a team, no problem is insurmountable; we share in our client's successes and believe that anyone can show creative bravery no matter what their role is in the team.