6 to 12 month contract engagement

Outside IR35

UK Remote

Role:

Lead the end-to-end design and configuration of IFS Service Management (and related service execution capabilities), ensuring scalable processes, clean integration patterns, and a blueprint fit for multi-country deployment.

Skills & Experience:
Strong expertise with IFS (preferably IFS Cloud) in Service/Field Service/Asset Service domains.
Strong understanding of service execution and maintenance contexts (e.g., renewables O&M, utilities, industrial services).
Proven architecture ownership across multi-site / multi-country rollouts.
IFS Service Management configuration expertise (service contracts, work orders, planning/scheduling, mobile).
Integration design thinking (APIs, middleware patterns, event flows).
Workshop facilitation, design authority behaviours, structured documentation.

Bonus:
Exposure to IFS FSM / Mobile, Resource Scheduling Optimization, or similar planning tools.
Renewables O&M operating model experience (wind/solar/BESS).

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Mechanical Project Manager Decarbonisation Programme (Live Hospital Site)
Location:West London
Employment Type:Contract (6 - 12 months)
Day rate:£400.00 a day CIS

About the Role

We are seeking an experiencedMechanical Project Managerto deliver key decarbonisation works across a major live hospital site in West London.

You will be working alongside a leading energy and engineering specialist known for delivering large-scale carbon-reduction projects, including mechanical upgrades, heat-pump systems, plant infrastructure and sustainable energy solutions.

This role offers exposure to major capital programmes, operational estates, and high-impact sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery of mechanical decarbonisation works within a live healthcare environment.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of mechanical systems, including pipework, heat-pump systems, plant upgrades and associated infrastructure.
• Manage contractors, engineers and specialist subcontractors on site.
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety, hospital protocols, RAMS and compliance standards.
• Monitor progress against programme and budget, providing clear reporting to stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation, technical records and quality assurance throughout the project.

Ideal Experience

• Mechanical project delivery within healthcare, complex estates or large campus environments.
• Previous involvement in decarbonisation, sustainability or energy-efficiency projects.
• Proven end-to-end delivery capability, including installation, coordination and commissioning.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead delivery in live, safety-critical environments.

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer in Test Type: Inside IR35 Contract Rate: £600-£650 per day Duration: 6 months minimum (likely to extend) Location: London - 3 days on site (Canary Wharf) A large fintech business are looking for a senior-level quality engineer with a strong software engineering mindset to help shape and safeguard new UI and platform capabilities across complex workflow-driven systems on a contract-basis. This role sits embedded within product engineering, operating in a shared ownership model alongside Java and React developers, with a heavy emphasis on automation. What you’ll be doing Building and maintaining automated coverage across the stack, from APIs through to user journeys, using established internal tooling and frameworks. Evolving existing test frameworks where required, while staying aligned with core engineering standards. Working closely with frontend and backend engineers to ensure critical paths are well understood, well tested, and production-ready. Participating in code and design discussions with a quality-first lens across the full delivery lifecycle. Applying targeted exploratory testing early, where automation is still catching up with new functionality. Ensuring automated testing is a first-class citizen within CI/CD, enabling fast and reliable releases. Validating business-critical workflows within post-trade / collateral-style domains, where correctness really matters.What we expect A solid engineering foundation, backed by significant hands-on experience in test automation. Deep familiarity with Java or JavaScript/TypeScript-based automation, including modern UI and API testing approaches. Comfort working across React-based front ends, RESTful services, and distributed architectures. Experience operating in environments without a dedicated QA function, where quality is owned collectively. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate clearly with engineers and stakeholders alike.Bonus points for Exposure to cloud-native platforms (particularly AWS). Working knowledge of containerised environments. Experience with performance or resilience testing. Familiarity with workflow engines, event-driven systems, or highly distributed platforms Please note that you must be located in/around London and have UK right to work to be considered for this position - thank you

Site Reliability Engineer (Contract) – £450- £500/day OutsideIR35
6‑Month Contract | Fully Remote | Immediate Start

A leading technology‑driven organisation is looking for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to join on a 6‑month contract. This role is fully remote and ideal for someone who thrives in a service‑focused, continuous‑improvement environment.
You’ll be responsible for keeping critical services stable, secure, and performant while driving improvements across infrastructure, automation, and operational workflows.

Key Responsibilities
Maintain and improve production services with a focus on reliability, performance, and operational excellence
Own and enhance Azure‑based infrastructure, ensuring clean, scalable, and well‑documented environments
Lead improvements across CI/CD, IaC, monitoring, and operational tooling
Troubleshoot and optimise traffic routing, security, and performance across Azure networking components
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, reducing toil and increasing automation
Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure best practices are followed across deployments and service operations
Essential Skills
Azure DevOps – broad experience across pipelines, repos, service operations, and automation
Azure Application Gateway – deep understanding of rules, listeners, routing, and security
Infrastructure as Code – Terraform and GitHub‑based workflows
Azure Containers – experience with containerised workloads (AKS, ACI, or similar)
Strong SRE Leadership mindset: service health, continuous improvement, operational hygiene, and reducing manual effort
Nice to Have
Experience improving operational maturity in growing engineering teams
Strong troubleshooting skills across networking, routing, and distributed systems
Familiarity with monitoring/alerting best practices
Previous leadership experience
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Your new company Working for a globally renowned consultancy (end client is a public sector organisation). Your new role We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist to join our expanding AI delivery team. In this role, you will work hands-on as an AI engineer, data scientist, and developer, contributing to the design and delivery of strategic AI initiatives. You’ll help build intelligent solutions, automate processes, and apply modern AI technologies to real business challenges within a public sector environment. What you’ll need to succeed Must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years (essential for security clearance checks). Experience with key AI platforms and tools, including: Microsoft Copilot / Copilot Studio Experience configuring or building AI-driven workflows, copilots, or automation solutions. Familiarity with prompt design, data integration, and governance within the Microsoft ecosystem is beneficial. AWS Bedrock Hands-on experience using Bedrock to access and apply foundation models for tasks such as text generation, summarisation, classification, or search. Understanding how to integrate Bedrock models into wider AWS services is advantageous. IBM ICA (Intelligent Content Analysis) - Desirable Useful experience with document understanding, processing unstructured data, and rule‑based or AI‑assisted content analysis. What you’ll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

MiFID/R Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Contract
Daily Rate: Up to £600 (inside IR35 via umbrella)
Contract Length: 6 months
Location: Canary Wharf, Greater London
Hybrid Working: Yes - 3 days onsite pw and 2 days remote pw

Are you an expert in MiFID/R regulations looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a MiFID/R Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join their 1st line Risk and Control team. This role is pivotal in supporting the MiFID/R Regulatory Lead, focusing on the EU/UK Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation and Directive.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive and deliver impact analysis on regulatory changes and self-identified issues.
Perform comprehensive reviews of obligations and controls related to EU and UK MiFID/R, focusing on regulatory change mapping and management.
Support the Regulatory Lead in maintaining and updating the reference control library for MiFID/R obligations.

Qualifications & Skills:

Extensive knowledge of EU and UK MIFIR/MIFID II, particularly in transparency, transaction reporting, and data quality.
Experience implementing MiFID/R in large Tier 1 banks, with a focus on Markets businesses.
Active participation in industry forums to monitor changes to EU and UK MIFIR/MIFID II standards.
Strong understanding of controls versus processes, with the ability to analyse and recommend improvements.
Experience in assessing regulatory risks and controls, conducting gap analyses for compliance.
Ability to provide well-informed opinions on rule interpretations.
Capable of developing regulation artefacts and overseeing their implementation.
Exceptional attention to detail with strong documentation and audit trail skills.
Proven stakeholder engagement and management skills across various functions.
Strong analytical capabilities, especially in documenting data lineage.
Sound understanding of key processes within an Investment Bank.
Essential project management and change capabilities.
Ability to prioritise and multitask in a dynamic environment.

If you are passionate about driving regulatory compliance and possess the skills necessary to excel as a MiFID/R SME, we want to hear from you!

Apply Today!

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and expertise in MiFID/R regulations. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Note: This is a temporary contract position with a duration of 6 months. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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Role: Technical Program Manager & BA - Fintech DomainType: Fulltime / Contract (6 Months)
Location: London, UK
Working Model: Hybrid (2 Days in office per Week)

Fulltime Salary: 75K to 80K GBP per Annum
Contract Payrate: 400 - 500 GBP/day on INSIDE IR35 Umbrella

We are looking for a Technical Program Manager who doubles as a Technical BA to lead enterprise tech delivery.

Core Focus:

• Manage: End-to-end delivery of Salesforce & Power Platform initiatives.
• Analyze: Translate business needs into technical specs & user stories.

Must-Haves:

• 5+ years exp. in Enterprise Tech delivery.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Salesforce & Microsoft Power Platform (Apps, Automate, BI).
• Experience with API integrations & Agile (JIRA).

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

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Integration Business Analyst 12-month contract London/Remote

I have a financial services customer who is looking for an experienced Integration Business Analyst to support the final stages of a discovery phase and take ownership of defining High-Level Designs (HLD) and progressing them into Low-Level Designs (LLD) for integrations within a new Cloud Cards Platform.

The ideal Business Analyst would have worked on Integration projects within the financial services sector and desirably have worked on Cloud Cards Platform migration.

Required Skills & Experience from the Business Analyst:

• Strong experience as an Integration Business Analyst
• Strong experience working in the Financial sector
• Experience with integration architectures
• Proven experience working with APIs (REST, JSON, synchronous/asynchronous patterns)
• Strong understanding of Cards platforms and Cards domain concepts
• Ability to produce clear, technically detailed HLD and LLD documentation
• Experience working in cloud-based environments
• Experience with a Cards platform migration to the cloud would be beneficial
• Understanding of the Consumer Credit Act would be beneficial
• Understanding of VISA Compliance rules would be beneficial

Key Responsibilities of the Business Analyst:

• Support and complete final discovery activities where required
• Translate business and technical requirements into HLD and LLD for integrations
• Own end-to-end integration analysis across internal and third-party systems
• Define API-based integration patterns and data flows
• Work closely with Cloud, Cards platform, and integration architects
• Identify risks, dependencies, and constraints within integration designs
• Ensure designs align with security, performance, and scalability standards

The Integration Business Analyst is required to be onsite 2 days per week in Central London.

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Service Designer / Service Design Lead - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - London (Hybrid) - 100,000 per annum

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Service Designer / Service Design Lead to join our London based global professional services firm on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

Support the delivery of a global operating model transformation within a complex professional services environment.
Partner with senior leadership and programme teams to design and implement a global service portfolio framework.
Lead end-to-end service design across multiple channels to ensure alignment with user needs and business objectives.
Develop service blueprints, journey maps, personas, and interaction models to optimise service delivery.
Facilitate co-design workshops to define detailed service processes, including process mapping, handoffs, and SLAs aligned to the operating model.
Conduct user research, prototyping, and usability testing to validate service concepts and ensure accessibility and effectiveness.
Propose alternative service delivery models to maximise value and efficiency.
Establish and maintain service design principles and standards to ensure consistency across the global service portfolio.
Embed scalability, risk, control, and compliance requirements into service designs.
Define and implement service-level performance metrics aligned to operating model requirements.
Translate service designs into operational and organisational requirements in collaboration with programme leads.
Support documentation, training materials, playbooks, and adoption activities to embed new services into BAU.
Lead service-level change impact assessments and contribute to roadmap planning and phased implementation.

Key Experience

Proven experience designing and implementing end-to-end services within complex, global organisations.
Strong background in service design, customer experience, and multi-channel process optimisation.
Expertise in human-centred design methodologies, including user research, journey mapping, prototyping, and usability testing.
Demonstrated experience developing service blueprints, personas, and interaction models.
Ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable service designs within operating model constraints.
Experience proposing and implementing alternative service delivery models to drive efficiency and value.
Skilled in leading service-level impact assessments and supporting large-scale transformation adoption.
Knowledge of risk, compliance, and control requirements within service delivery environments.
Experience facilitating co-design workshops and engaging diverse stakeholder groups.
Ability to manage service design roadmaps, prioritisation, and iterative improvement cycles.
Familiarity with performance measurement frameworks and embedding new service designs into BAU operations.
Proficiency in design and visualisation tools.

Service Designer / Service Design Lead - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - London (Hybrid) - 100,000 per annum

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Azure Data Engineer - 3 6-month contract

We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a growing digital and data function supporting a modern, cloud-based data platform. This role focuses on building reliable, secure, and scalable data solutions that enable analytics, operational reporting, and data-driven decision making across the organisation.

You will work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver well-engineered data pipelines and models, contributing to the continuous improvement of data platforms and engineering standards.

Azure data engineer responsibilities:

• Build and support robust ELT data pipelines using Azure-based technologies and SQL
• Develop structured data models aligned to modern data platform patterns
• Ensure data solutions meet performance, security, quality, and reliability standards
• Contribute to agile delivery, code reviews, and continuous improvement of engineering practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to translate business needs into data solutions

Azure Data Engineer requirements:

• Hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and SQL-based databases
• Strong understanding of data engineering principles, including ELT and data modelling
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and testing
• Knowledge of data governance, access control, and platform standards
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with modern data architectures such as Medallion patterns and metadata tools

This role will be hyrbid working - required to work 2 to 3 days per week onsite in London.

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Position: Business Analyst - Third Party Cyber Security Location: London or Reading 2 days p/week; 3 days remote

Type: Contract, Inside IR35, 6 Months

Rate: 540 p/day (umbrella rate)

We are seeking a Business Analyst to support a major third-party cyber security transformation programme. This role focuses on improving how the organisation manages supplier and vendor cyber security risk, helping to deliver a consistent, organisation-wide approach across all business units.

You will work with Procurement, Legal, Cyber Security, and Risk teams to define critical suppliers, design frameworks for assessing risk, and improve contractual and regulatory controls. Your work will contribute to stronger governance, better audit outcomes, and a sustainable, data-driven approach to third-party cyber risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement frameworks to identify, classify, and assess critical suppliers
• Support business units in applying the framework and consolidating outputs into a group-wide view
• Analyse contract language and support creation of standardised, risk-aligned clauses
• Provide business analysis expertise across additional third-party cyber initiatives

Skills & Experience:

• Proven ability to gather and translate requirements into structured outputs
• Experience in risk, cyber, or procurement domains and designing frameworks/models
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Familiarity with cyber security regulations (GDPR, NIS2, DORA) and third-party standards (ISO 27001/27036)

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys driving consistency, shaping processes, and supporting strategic cyber initiatives across an organisation.

Position: Business Analyst - Manufacturing & Operational Technology Location: London or Reading 2 days p/week; 3 days remote

Type: Contract, Inside IR35, 6 Months

Rate: 540 p/day (umbrella rate)

We are looking for a Business Analyst to join a major cyber security transformation programme. This role sits within the Operational Technology (OT) workstream, focusing on protecting and strengthening the systems that underpin large-scale manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with operational teams, technology functions, cyber security, and suppliers to translate complex operational and technical requirements into clear, actionable delivery artefacts. Your input will support the assessment, design, and rollout of OT security initiatives, helping to improve regulatory compliance, operational resilience, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse existing OT processes, tools, and workflows to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
• Support pilots, deployments, and site rollouts, capturing feedback and refining processes
• Assist with supplier engagement, procurement documentation, and assurance of third-party deliverables
• Contribute to embedding governance frameworks, operating models, and a sustainable security culture

Skills & Experience:

• Strong business analysis skills with the ability to simplify complex information for operational teams
• Awareness of OT/industrial systems (SCADA, PLCs, MES, HMI) and cyber security principles
• Experience designing frameworks, models, or assessment criteria in risk, cyber, or operational contexts
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

This is a dynamic, multi-phase role for someone who enjoys shaping frameworks, driving consistency, and supporting large-scale transformation.

Your new company
The client is a globally renowned consultancy.

Your new role
You will be documenting and assessing processes for AI augmentation.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a Data and Analytics role in a large organisation
• Hands-on experience and interest in AI
• Experience doing process mapping and stakeholder management

What you’ll get in return
An exciting opportunity to join an international organisation in financial services. Furthermore, a competitive day rate inside IR35 for this role will be offered in addition to your own dedicated Hays Consultant to guide you through every step of the application process.

What you need to do now
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Location: London / Sheffield (Hybrid 2 days in office)

Domain: Investment Technology (PMS, IBOR, ABOR)

Contract: 6-12 months contract

The Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Architect to lead the architecture of complex investment systems at a mission-driven financial institution. This key role involves owning the front-to-back architectural integrity of the investment platform, ensuring seamless integration across Portfolio Management (PMS), Investment Book of Record (IBOR), and Accounting Book of Record (ABOR). Responsibilities include defining the technical roadmap, influencing strategy, and ensuring scalable, resilient systems for long-term growth.

Systems Evolution

• Design and oversee integrated PMS, IBOR, and ABOR architecture.
• Lead system transitions, integrations, and modernization.

Investment Lifecycle Architecture

• Architect solutions for complex events: capital calls, distributions, multi-tier funds, and valuation.
• Ensure architectural alignment across private equity and debt lifecycles.

Service Design Leadership

• Lead Service Design workshops; translate requirements into scalable technical blueprints.
• Champion long-term architectural integrity.

Architectural Output & Governance

• Produce high-quality architectural artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, integration patterns) aligned with enterprise standards.
• Ensure traceability from business requirements to implementation.

Data & Reporting Excellence

• Design and optimize back-end data models for regulatory, financial, and impact reporting.
• Ensure consistent, accurate IBOR and ABOR reporting.

Expertise:

• Deep domain knowledge of investment management lifecycles (PE/PD preferred).
• Expertise in capital calls, waterfall distributions, and valuations.

Systems:

• Proven experience with PMS, IBOR, and ABOR systems.
• Track record leading system integrations/platform transitions.

Architecture:

• Ability to apply Service Design to complex finance.
• Experience delivering enterprise-wide production-ready architectural outputs.

Data:

• Strong experience in back-end data modelling for complex financial/regulatory reporting.

The Bridge

• Ability to translate complex investment terminology into actionable technical requirements - and articulate technical constraints clearly to business stakeholders.

Why Join?

You will play a critical role in strengthening the technology foundation that supports large-scale investment activity and economic impact. This is an opportunity to build a “gold standard” investment architecture within a high-stakes, purpose-led environment.

If you are passionate about investment technology, architectural excellence, and building resilient financial systems that enable long-term growth - we would love to hear from you.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Business Analyst
Contract Length: 6 Months (Potential for extension)
Working Pattern: Full Time

Location: London

About Us:
Our client is a leading organisation in the Financial Services sector, dedicated to driving operational efficiency and compliance. We are seeking a Business Analyst (BA) to join their dynamic team for a fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the client onboarding process and ensuring that regulatory requirements are met.

Role Overview:
As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in understanding and assessing the evolving needs of the business. You will analyse the impacts of changes, document requirements, and facilitate communication between stakeholders. If working on regulatory projects, you will translate EMEA regulatory requirements into actionable business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the current client onboarding process (as-is) and identify gaps to define the desired future state (to-be).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Front Office, Middle Office, Operations, and Technology) to elicit and document business and functional requirements with full traceability.
• Facilitate workshops, conduct impact assessments, and drive successful project execution.
• Create clear documentation, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and process diagrams, to communicate findings effectively.
• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure delivered features align with documented requirements.
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure timely and effective delivery of project outcomes.
• Present findings at Steering Committees, translating complex data and regulatory implications clearly for senior management.
• Communicate with internal colleagues to understand current practises and processes, and identify areas for change.
• Use data modelling practises to analyse findings and propose strategic and operational improvements.
• Document processes, system changes, and governance requirements for any changes introduced.
• Support QA, testing, and delivery of changes while addressing any issues that arise.

What You Bring:

• Degree level education, with professional BA qualifications desirable.
• Proven experience in the end-to-end client onboarding journey within financial services.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements, including KYC and AML.
• Ability to facilitate workshops and engage cross-functional teams effectively.
• Excellent documentation skills and the ability to present complex data clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading UAT and ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Knowledge of financial services, markets, and banking activities, along with the surrounding regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated success in delivering projects within financial services, particularly those impacted by regulatory change.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively while also taking the initiative.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organisation in the Financial Services industry.
• A collaborative environment where your insights and contributions will be valued.
• Competitive compensation and the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic team.

Join us in making a difference!
Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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.

• 6 month initial contract

• Hybrid working from London

• 605 per day - Inside IR35

• SC Cleared role

Key Skills:

SQL Server Always On

Sharepoint

Key Activities

Work with Infra Architect to define PoV success criteria (RPO/RTO, failover time, throughput, recovery steps).

Stand up PoV topology:

SQL Server Always On Availability Groups on Amazon EC2 across multiple AZs.

Storage using EBS (io1/io2 / gp3) and, where required, FSx for Windows File Server for cluster dependencies.

Integrate CloudWatch, AWS Backup, Systems Manager, and automation as appropriate (CloudFormation/Terraform/PowerShell).

Confirm and test SharePoint compatibility (content/search/service DBs).

Produce pattern catalogue and TCO/performance findings and assessment of complexity to introduce and in terms of operability and maintainability for each of the chosen patterns (Always On availability groups, Always On failover cluster instances (FCI), SIOS DataKeeper, AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery, and AWS Database Migration Service (AWS DMS .

Deliverables

PoV Plan & Success Metrics

Resilience Pattern Catalogue (HA/DR topologies, pros/cons, prerequisites)

Testing of DR options with SharePoint team.

Performance Baseline & Findings Report (throughput/latency, failover timings)

PoV Recommendation & NextStep Design Decisions

Core Responsibilities

Architect HA/DR for SQL Server in AWS to support a missioncritical SharePoint farm.

Evaluate native AWS options (EC2, EBS, FSx, Route 53, CloudWatch, Backup, Systems Manager, CloudFormation).

Design and validate Always On patterns, listener routing, quorum/witness.

Collaborate with the Infrastructure Architect to ensure network/IAM/security fit.

Produce documentation, runbooks, and handover materials for operations.

Skills & Experience

Essential

10+ years with Microsoft SQL Server (2016+) architecture and operations.

Proven delivery of Always On Availability Groups, FCI, log shipping/replication.

Largescale SharePoint database design/operations experience.

Strong performance engineering (indexing, I/O, concurrency, wait stats, storage optimisation).

Deep understanding of networking for Always On, listener design, DNS failover.

Excellent documentation and stakeholder communication.

Desirable

Azure SQL HA/DR exposure (SQL MI, zone redundancy) for comparative design decisions.

Handson AWS deployment for SQL workloads (EC2, EBS, FSx, Route 53, CloudWatch, Backup, SSM).

Automation tooling (CloudFormation/Terraform, PowerShell DSC).

Experience with regulated environments and security hardening

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
Location: Fully remote (quarterly meet-ups - fully expensed)

Are you an ambitious Service Desk Analyst looking to accelerate your technical career in enterprise backup and data protection? This fully remote Service Desk Analyst opportunity offers hands-on exposure to cutting-edge backup and DR technologies, structured progression, and significant investment in training. If you’re professional, eager to learn, and see this Service Desk Analyst role as a genuine opportunity to build niche technical expertise, this could be the ideal next step.

As a Service Desk Analyst you will:

• Log calls in line with ITIL practices (Incidents, Change, Service Requests)
• Allocate and update tickets appropriately
• Perform first-line triage and first-line fixes
• Respond to incoming calls and emails professionally
• Implement basic changes
• Monitor systems for alerts and take appropriate action
• Monitor application mailboxes
• Process service requests
• Produce and maintain internal and external reports
• Carry out basic application administration (Rubrik, Druva, Zerto, Commvault)

Requirements:

• 1-2 years’ experience in a technical support or service desk environment (or relevant placement year)
• Basic technical background with a strong desire to develop
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Understanding or awareness of ITIL processes
• Interest or exposure to backup and DR technologies (Rubrik, Druva, Zerto, Commvault, NetBackup advantageous)
• Familiarity with VMware (vCenter, ESX, VDS, NSX) beneficial
• Exposure to Azure and/or AWS advantageous
• Basic Scripting/automation knowledge (PowerShell desirable)
• Strong documentation skills
• Positive attitude towards training and development
• Able to work independently in a fully remote environment

Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty.
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Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a IT Project Manager on a 6 month contract based in Hertfordshire.

Role Summary

Reporting to the IT Programme Manager, the Project Manager’s role is to deliver multiple concurrent ICT projects through the full lifecycle within the agreed time, budget, and quality criteria.

The Project Manager will plan, execute, and finalise IT projects according to the governance criteria of the organisation. This includes acquiring resources, coordinating the efforts with various teams, and liaising with 3rd parties such as contractors, consultants, or vendors to deliver according to the plan.

The role encompasses aspects of Business Analysis, Project Management and Test Management.

Key Responsibilities & essential skills

• Define and manage project scope, milestones and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with IT Management Team and stakeholders.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• 5 days a week on site
• Liaise with various stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Plan and schedule project timelines using appropriate tools.
• Track activities, project milestones and deliverables against the project plan providing regular and accurate reporting to stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain all project management products and ensure appropriate project controls are consistently applied.
• Coordinate and manage multiple suppliers in the delivery of projects
• Collaborate with analysts, designers, and system owners in testing new solutions.
• Ensure that project risks and issues are accurately captured, quantified and managed
• Production of technical, functional, training, communications and other deliverables as required
• Requirement gathering and definition when required
• Coordination of system and user acceptance testing

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Back End Developer / Engineer III (Java / GCP)

Duration:1 year contract

Location:London New office

Mode:Hybrid(2-3 days in office)

We are looking for a high-impact Back End Engineer to lead solution designs and execute end-to-end implementations of critical service capabilities.

Based in the CET timezone (Sweden, UK, or Germany), you will drive technical excellence in a collaborative environment that prioritizes fast decision-making and a strong bias for action.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design: Lead the architecture and implementation of scalable features within our core services.
• System Evolution: Execute meaningful changes to high-scale, complex distributed systems.
• Collaboration: Drive engineering deep dives, technical workshops, and stakeholder demos.
• Mentorship: Participate in tight feedback loops and peer reviews to elevate the team’s output.

Required Experience & Skills

• Core Stack: Proven expertise in building and scaling services using Java, Postgres, and BigTable on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Data Engineering: Hands-on experience managing data pipelines, specifically utilizing Scio and Flight.
• Domain Knowledge: Previous experience in E-commerce or Financial Engineering is highly preferred.
• Communication: Exceptional writing and verbal skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.
• Mindset: Self-driven, collaborative, and thrives in a high-autonomy environment.

Location & Timezone

• This role operates on CET, supporting a distributed team across Sweden, the UK, and Germany.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Location: Horsham or Watford (Hybrid)
Contract: 6 Months

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join a large, well-established organisation delivering multiple concurrent ICT projects within a structured governance environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a delivery-focused Project Manager who thrives in complex environments and is confident managing full lifecycle technology projects from initiation through to successful deployment.

The Role

Reporting to the IT Programme Manager, you will be responsible for delivering multiple IT projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.

You will work closely with internal technical teams, business stakeholders, and third-party suppliers to ensure effective coordination and delivery.

This role combines elements of:

• Project Management
• Business Analysis
• Test Management
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of ICT projects
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans
• Manage budgets, risks, issues, and dependencies
• Ensure adherence to governance and reporting frameworks
• Coordinate cross-functional technical teams
• Manage third-party vendors and suppliers
• Support business analysis activities where required
• Oversee testing phases and ensure quality assurance

Required Experience

• Proven experience delivering multiple concurrent IT projects
• Azure experiance
• ArcGis Experiance
• Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills
• Experience working within structured governance frameworks
• Solid understanding of full project lifecycle delivery
• Ability to operate effectively in complex organisational environments

Desirable

• Prince2 and/or Agile certification
• Experience across infrastructure or enterprise systems projects

This role would suit a confident, delivery-focused Project Manager who can balance governance discipline with practical execution.

If you are available for a March start and looking for your next contract opportunity, please apply with your updated CV.

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking an experienced Senior SAN Engineer to support and deliver enterprise storage infrastructure using Dell EMC, Pure Storage, Cisco, Brocade, and HPE technologies.

Office base locations available: London, Birmingham, Sheffield, Edinburgh

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support high-availability SAN environments
• Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot enterprise storage platforms
• Lead storage and SAN migration projects
• Provide 3rd-level SAN support and root cause analysis
• Work closely with network, server, and application teams

To apply you should have the following skills & experience:

• 7+ years’ SAN engineering experience
• Strong hands-on expertise with Dell VMAX/PowerMax, Pure, and HPE
• Cisco & Brocade SAN Switches (VSANs, ISLs, NPIV, Logical Fabrics)
• SAN protocols: FC, iSCSI, FCoE
• Storage migration tools (eg Cirrus or equivalent)
• Experience with SRDF, TimeFinder, Unisphere, SYMCLI, DCNM, Brocade BNA
• Automation/Scripting (Python) desirable
• Certifications (Desirable) - Dell EMC, Pure Storage, Cisco CCNP, HPE ASE

This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35

Interviews ASAP, start in February/March 2026.