Interim Head Of Data & Digital Architecture3-6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | £600-£800 per dayRemote First with Occasional National TravelStart: ASAP
Your New OrganisationA large, national, mission‑driven organisation is undergoing significant digital, data and technology modernisation. To maintain momentum during a period of transition, they are seeking an Interim Head of Data & Digital Architecture to provide technical leadership, delivery assurance and stability across their data and digital transformation portfolio.This is an ideal role for an experienced interim who can quickly embed, guide teams, and take ownership of critical data and architecture workstreams - without needing to operate at full, permanent Director-level scope.
Your New RoleReporting to senior technology leadership, you will lead and oversee the organisation’s data and architecture functions, ensuring consistent design governance, secure delivery, and progress across complex, multi-team workstreams.What you will be doing

Lead the data architecture and solutions architecture functions, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s technology roadmap.
Oversee the design, build and evolution of the enterprise data platform, including data models, data warehousing, and master data pipelines.
Take operational ownership of the organisation’s Microsoft Fabric environment, including Lakehouse architecture, Dataflows Gen2, Pipelines, semantic models, workspace governance and end-to-end data lifecycle management.
Manage and optimise the Azure data ecosystem: Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Function Apps and authentication/identity services.
Provide governance and technical support for Power BI reporting, including modelling, performance tuning and adoption standards.
Support the successful delivery of automations, integrations, and digital improvements across multiple programmes.
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including Developers, Data Engineers, Low-Code Engineers, Product Owners and Delivery Managers.
Ensure all technical delivery follows strong security, compliance, documentation and auditability requirements.
Partner with Cyber Security, IT Operations, Change and other internal teams to ensure solution readiness and smooth transition into BAU.
Define and embed architectural patterns, reusable components, design principles and standards.
Identify practical opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and M365 capabilities to improve efficiency and innovation.
What You’ll Need to SucceedTechnical Skills & Experience

Significant experience at Head of / Director / Senior Architecture Consultant level across data, enterprise or solutions architecture.
Deep, hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Dataflows Gen2, Pipelines, semantic models, governance).
Strong Azure engineering and integration capability across data services and cloud architecture.
Expertise in data warehousing, ETL/ELT, data lakes, modelling and modern BI practices.
Strong Power BI knowledge - modelling, governance, performance and best practice.
Understanding of digital integration, automation tooling and contemporary architectural frameworks.Leadership & Delivery

Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams in complex or high-change environments.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused communication.
Confident operating across senior stakeholders, vendors and cross‑functional delivery groups.
Pragmatic, delivery-focused, and able to quickly build credibility and provide direction.
What You’ll Get in Return

A high-impact interim assignment within a large, purpose-led organisation.
Opportunity to stabilise and advance key digital and data transformation work.
Circa £600 per day, Inside IR35.
Remote-first role with occasional national travel required.

What you need to do now
If you’re an experienced interim leader across data, architecture or digital transformation - with strong Microsoft Fabric and Azure expertise - we’d welcome your application.Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation

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Senior Engineer - Urban Development

Inside IR35 Umbrella PAYE

6/12 Month Contract

Location/ Flexible site visits

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Job Description

Role description:
The Places Design Practice is seeking a career-minded Senior Engineer with proven experience in the design and delivery of civil engineering and urban development activities within building projects. This includes, but is not limited to, surface and foul drainage, utilities, earthworks/groundworks, and highways interfaces.
You will support Urban Development service delivery through the Places Design Practice, collaborating with cross-GBA teams, GEC, and global Places expertise. Experience in Industrial Manufacturing, Technology, or Defence projects is welcomed.
Role accountabilities:

• Lead civil engineering design activities contributing to sustainable development while applying Arcadis Health and Safety principles during project planning and delivery.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure integrity and cohesion of overall engineering solutions.
• Define and implement project approaches for collaboration with global design colleagues.
• Prepare and manage design solutions at various project stages, including production of drawings, BIM models, reports, and specifications.
• Attend project meetings and review the work of other team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams including design, environmental, and construction disciplines to achieve project objectives.
• Identify and implement engineering management arrangements to align with Arcadis Integrated Management System requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Designer Hazard Logs and communicate residual risks to the Principal Designer.
• Provide technical input to project Design Decision Logs and Project Assumptions registers.
• Act as a technical design lead by contributing to the resolution of technical issues and providing guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.
  Qualifications and Experience:
• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status is preferred candidates nearing chartered status will also be considered.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of civil engineering and urban development activities within building projects, including surface water and foul water drainage, highways, and utility design.
• Proficiency with design software such as MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and BIM integration.
• Strong understanding of relevant design codes, standards, and construction principles, including SuDS, Sewers for Adoption, DMRB, and Building Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, provide technical direction, and mentor team members to support their professional development and project delivery.
• Commitment to maintaining and extending theoretical knowledge and applying evidence-based approaches to problem-solving.
• Solid technical competence in fundamental design principles, including the ability to perform manual calculations where software solutions are not applicable.

Our client a Managed Service consultancy require a Techno/Functional Dynamics 365 AX Consultant for a 6 month possibly 12 month project, this role can be fully remote but the candidate must live in the UK, and the client is based in London UK, this role is classed as Inside IR35 1. Proficiency in both functional and technical aspects of D365 Finance (essential) 2. Strong understanding of Dynamics AX 2012, both functional and technical (preferred) 3. Experience with Azure cloud services (Preferred) 4. Knowledge of Dynamics AX server deployments (Preferred) 5. Familiarity with Power Automate(Preferred) 6. Proficiency in Life Cycle Services (LCS) - (preferred) 7. Experience with SharePoint (Preferred) 8. Strong skills in SQL Server (Preferred) 9. Familiarity with Azure DevOps, particularly for managing test cases (Preferred) 10. Understanding of D365 licenses and certificate management (essential) 11. Ability to handle System and Organisation administration activities (essential) 12. Experience in managing D365 change requests and support tickets (essential) 13. Capability to effectively handle vendors and understand client requirements (Essential) 14. Competence in preparing documentation for other Dynamics team members and clients (Essential)

Belcan Workforce Solutions are recruiting for a Scada Engineer - ADMS Energy systems. 12 month - Inside IR35 contract role. UK remote based with trips to UK & Europe offices as required. Job Description We're looking for a Scada Engineer to connect our customers with our technologies and products. Our team is involved in ADMS (Advanced Distributions Management System) related projects, tackling problems ranging from analysing data to providing solutions for varied customer business requirements. Our product is deployed in distribution companies worldwide and is leading in the growing market of Energy Utilities. Our software solutions deliver reliability, productivity, innovation, and efficiency through a modular architecture, adaptive algorithms, predictive analytics, and a brilliant user experience. Roles and Responsibilities Lead and manage the migration of SCADA systems into ADMS platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure smooth transitions and integration of legacy systems into new ADMS SCADA environments. Install and configure SCADA simulation systems to support testing, training, and operational simulations. Ensure accurate modelling of SCADA environments to meet system requirements. Handle the installation and configuration of Front-End Processors (FEP) and Enhanced Front-End Processors (EFEPS), ensuring seamless communication between SCADA systems and remote devices. Conduct thorough SCADA testing, validating the system's functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify and resolve issues, ensuring the system meets operational requirements. Provide expert consultancy to clients, delivering workshops and training sessions to enhance their understanding and utilisation of SCADA systems. Share best practices and ensure clients are equipped to manage and optimize their SCADA environments. Lead the deployment and commissioning of ICCP (Inter-Control Centre Communications Protocol), ensuring proper integration of multiple control centres and seamless data communication. Stay current with emerging SCADA protocols and technologies, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure the implementation of the latest best practices and industry standards. Required Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in ADMS SCADA migration and integration. Proven expertise in the installation and configuration of SCADA simulation systems. Solid knowledge of Front-End Processors (FEP) and Enhanced FEPs (EFEPS) installation and configuration. Strong hands-on experience in SCADA testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation. Experience providing consultancy, workshops, and training to clients on SCADA systems. Practical knowledge of ICCP deployment and commissioning. Passion for learning and staying updated on new SCADA protocols and technologies. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with a variety of SCADA protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, etc.). Experience with SCADA systems in the energy or utilities sector is a significant advantage. Any experience working with ADMS, OMS, and DMS systems in utility or energy sectors. Relevant certifications in SCADA systems, ADMS, or energy management technologies. Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Principal, Senior and Intermediate Mechanical Design Building Services Engineers required
6 Month contract - Rolling
Inside Ir35 - Umbrella/PAYE only
UK Wide - Remote/Hybrid working

Role description:
We are looking for a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with previous experience working in a consultancy environment to join our Places Design Practice. In this role, you’ll be delivering elegant and efficient mechanical design solutions on exciting and challenging projects for key clients.

We work with our clients around the world to create, support, and enhance smart, safe and sustainable places where people live, work, learn and thrive. Places impact on the quality of people’s lives. Whether new homes, shops, workplaces, schools and hospitals, manufacturing, research and development facilities, or data and distribution centres. People and communities thrive when the spaces in which they live, work, move and play are designed and managed in a way that best meets their needs.

Role accountabilities:
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing technical aspects of small projects or components of larger projects, meeting financial, quality and timeframe objectives and meeting or exceeding client expectations.

You will work collaboratively with other design disciplines to ensure the integration of the overall design or solution and you’ll participate in the development of technical proposals. You will also present technical solutions to clients.

As a Senior Engineer, you will lead reviews of project deliverables on behalf on the mechanical engineering discipline and you’ll be expected to manage project teams of up to 5 people, ensuring work is allocated appropriately, resources are fully utilised and that any issues are resolved.

Qualifications & Experience:

A BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Previous relevant experience in a consultancy environment
Capability to provide electrical building services expertise

Role Overview

We are seeking a mid-level Developer specializing in Microsoft Copilot Studio to join a high-priority project for a period of 3 to 6 months. You will be responsible for designing, building, and deploying intelligent conversational agents and ‘agentic’ workflows within a secure enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in the Power Platform and a proven track record of delivering generative AI solutions that integrate seamlessly with enterprise data and third-party APIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Agent Development: Design and configure complex conversational topics, trigger phrases, and multi-turn logic within Copilot Studio.
• Integration: Use Power Automate to connect Copilot agents to back-end systems (SharePoint, Dataverse, SQL, and REST APIs).
• GenAI Configuration: Implement and fine-tune Generative AI features, including ‘boosted conversations’ and knowledge-base grounding (RAG).
• Governance & Security: Ensure all solutions adhere to strict SC-cleared environment protocols, focusing on data residency and responsible AI principles.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with business analysts to translate user requirements into technical AI ‘Skills’ and autonomous agent behaviors.
• Testing & Optimization: Monitor agent performance, refine prompts for accuracy, and troubleshoot integration bottlenecks.

Description:

Consumer Digital enables the public to access client forecasts and observation data through various channels, such as its website and mobile apps. Understand the important weather data for web-scale platforms and make available the latest science and data through common capability APIs that are robust and well architected.

A developer delivers software components that form part of a product.

At this role level, you will:

• Develop software to meet user needs
• Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines
• Write clean, secure and well-tested code
• Coach and mentor more junior colleagues
• Operate the services you build and identify issues in production

Essential and desirable criteria are as follows:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (Experts by nature)
• Proven ability to design, implement, and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIs (We keep evolving)
• Good communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We’re better together)
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activities
• Demonstrable skills in Python software development
• Demonstrable skills in AWS CDK
• Experience of source control systems such as Git
• Experience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principles
• Experience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid development
• Experience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIB

Position: Integration Manager
Location: Remote (1 day per week onsite in Bristol)
Day Rate: Market Rate
SC Clearance Required / SC Eligible

Join a leading global consultancy on a high-profile defence programme, where you’ll play a key role in delivering complex system integrations across a mission-critical environment. This is an opportunity for an experienced Integration Manager with deep IBM webMethods expertise to shape robust, secure, and scalable integration solutions.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing and delivering integrations across applications, databases, and third-party services
• Performing data mapping, transformation, and optimisation of integration workflow
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and enhancing system performance and reliability
• Collaborating with developers, analysts, and key stakeholders
• Documenting integration processes and best practices
• Building and maintaining services on webMethods Integration Server
• Designing REST and SOAP APIs using IBM webMethods

What you’ll bring

• Strong hands-on experience with IBM webMethods (Integration Server, Designer/Developer, API Gateway)
• Solid understanding of REST/SOAP services, JSON, XML, and flat-file processing
• Experience with flow services, pipelines, and basic programming logic (Java beneficial)
• Good database knowledge (SQL, JDBC)
• Strong grasp of middleware, APIs, and system integration principles
• Bonus: Experience with Maximo or Oracle platforms

To learn more, please do reach out to Tom Royston via email on

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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Up to £425 per day - Inside IR35 London / Primarily Remote 6 months My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require 2 DevOps Engineers with Active SC Clearance for an end client within the Public Sector. Key Requirements: Proven commercial experience working as a DevOps Engineer within the Public Sector. Active SC Clearance. Strong experience with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu), AWS, and high‑availability Kubernetes environments (EKS/RKE) including load balancing and multi‑site failover. Proficient in containerisation and orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. Skilled in IaC and automation with Terraform, Ansible, and supporting cloud‑native platform modernisation. Hands‑on with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI), Git version control, and automated delivery practices. Experienced with monitoring and observability tooling such as Prometheus and Grafana. Knowledge of data and streaming technologies including Kafka, MongoDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL, plus PKI, secrets management, and IAM. Excellent communication skills. Nice to have: Puppet, KeyCloak, Vault, and experience supporting microservice architectures. Immediate availability.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)

Content Developer (AI) – Senior Learning Designer | Remote | 12-month FTC

Forward Role, is recruiting a Content Developer (AI) on behalf of a globally recognised digital learning consultancy.

This organisation designs and delivers award-winning AI fluency and digital skills programmes for major enterprise clients including some of the world’s biggest brands. They need an experienced senior learning designer to join their product team and lead the creation of next-generation AI learning content.

THE ROLE

This is a full-time, 12-month FTC reporting into the Head of Product. You will design and build AI-focused enterprise learning programmes from scratch - not repurposing generic content, but creating high-impact, gamified, scenario-led experiences using AI tools as a core part of your workflow.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Designing and building AI learning content for major enterprise clients - programmes that develop genuine AI fluency and drive measurable business outcomes
• Creating gamified, scenario-based and simulation-led learning experiences across e-learning, live workshops and blended formats
• Using Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini as core tools in your day-to-day design process
• Leading and quality-assuring a network of freelance designers, copywriters and multimedia specialists
• Running needs analysis sessions with senior stakeholders and translating business objectives into learning outcomes
• Producing content in Articulate Rise and Storyline, and using AI video tools such as Synthesia

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Proven, demonstrable experience creating AI learning content - this is a firm requirement. You must have designed AI programmes, not simply used AI tools as a productivity aid
• 5+ years’ experience as a Senior Learning Designer or Instructional Designer in a corporate or agency environment
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini
• Advanced Articulate Rise and Storyline skills
• Experience managing freelancers or creative teams
• Strong commercial awareness - comfortable scoping effort, contributing to proposals and presenting to senior client stakeholders

DESIRABLE

• Degree or certification in Instructional Design, Learning Technology or a related field
• Familiarity with LMS/LXP platforms and M365 ecosystem
• Experience designing AI fluency or digital transformation programmes for enterprise

HOW TO APPLY

Apply with your CV and a portfolio demonstrating enterprise AI learning content you have designed. Examples of gamified or simulation-led work are particularly welcome.

As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.
Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Interim Financial Controller (Part-Time) £50,000 - £55,000 FTE 3 Month FTC Remote (Leeds-based)

Are you a hands-on finance professional who enjoys owning the full finance function and being the go-to person for all things finance?

If you like working autonomously, rolling up your sleeves, and bringing structure to a growing business, this could be a great fit.

We’re partnering with a small, project-led business based in Leeds that is looking for a part-time Interim Financial Controller to step in following a long-standing team member’s departure.

This is a number one in finance role, reporting directly to the business owner, with full responsibility for the finance function.

The Role

• You’ll take full ownership of finance, ensuring everything runs smoothly while also identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls.
• Full Ownership: Acting as the in finance, partnering directly with the owner on financial performance
• Day-to-Day Finance: Managing purchase orders, sales orders, and maintaining accurate financial records
• Revenue & Cost Recognition: Handling deferred income and project-based accounting
• Month-End & Reporting: Overseeing reporting and ensuring financial information is accurate and meaningful
• Payroll & Compliance: Managing payroll, tax returns, and statutory requirements
• Systems: Working with Sage and improving existing spreadsheet-based processes
• Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies and implementing better ways of working
• Handover: Working closely with the outgoing team member to ensure a smooth transition

This is a broad, hands-on role where you’ll have real ownership and visibility across the business.

What They’re Looking For

• A well-rounded finance professional comfortable running a finance function end-to-end
• Strong practical experience (qualified or QBE both considered)
• Confident operating as the lead finance contact in a business
• Experience with Sage and strong Excel skills
• Comfortable managing transactional finance as well as higher-level oversight
• Experience with project-based accounting or deferred revenue is highly beneficial
• Exposure to M&A or business change would be advantageous but not essential

Why Join?This is a great opportunity to step into a true No.1 role, working directly with the owner and having full control over how finance operates.

You’ll have the autonomy to make improvements, influence decisions, and leave the business in a far stronger position than when you arrived.

There is also potential for the role to become permanent longer-term.

Location: Remote (Leeds-based business)Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 FTE (pro rata)Contract: 3 months initially (interim to permanent potential)Working Pattern: Flexible (approx. 2-3 days per week)Start: ASAP

If you’re a hands-on finance professional looking for a flexible interim role with real ownership, hit apply.

Performance Analyst
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Rate: £400+ per day
Location: Leeds (on-site approx. once every two weeks)
Duration: 6 months

Exalto Consulting is supporting a major UK public sector digital programme in the search for an experienced Performance Analyst to join a high-impact DevOps service.

This role sits within a nationally significant platform used by over 40 million people. The work is meaningful, visible, and directly contributes to improving access to critical digital services.

The Role
You will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for understanding how a large-scale digital platform performs in real-world use. Your focus will be on turning complex technical data into clear, useful insights that support both day-to-day operations and longer-term decision-making.
This is a role for someone who is comfortable working with data at scale, but equally confident explaining what it means to a range of stakeholders.

What You ll Be Doing
Data Analysis & Reporting

• Query and analyse data from multiple sources to assess system performance and user behaviour
• Build and maintain dashboards that provide clear visibility of key service metrics
• Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

• Translate technical data into clear, accessible insights
• Present findings to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to regular service reviews and performance discussions

Performance Monitoring & Improvement

• Define and track performance benchmarks and service levels
• Support incident analysis through detailed data investigation
• Contribute to forecasting and capacity planning based on usage patterns

Service Optimisation

• Assess the impact of platform changes and releases
• Work closely with DevOps and engineering teams to support continuous improvement
• Help evaluate and introduce new monitoring and analytics approaches

What We re Looking For
Technical Skills

• Strong experience with Splunk for log analysis and operational insight
• Proficiency in Power BI for dashboarding and reporting
• Experience with AWS Athena and SQL-based analysis in cloud environments
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools (e.g. Adobe Analytics or similar)

Experience & Context

• Background working in agile or DevOps environments
• Experience handling sensitive or regulated data (ideally within healthcare or similar sectors)
• Understanding of high-availability, high-volume digital services
• Exposure to the UK healthcare landscape or NHS systems is beneficial

About Exalto Consulting
At Exalto Consulting, we focus on placing experienced professionals into roles where their expertise has real impact. We take a straightforward, respectful approach - providing clear information, timely communication and honest guidance throughout the process.

Lead Azure Platform Engineer - API Platform (APIM/Apigee) | £600- £625 InsideIR35 | 6 month initial | Fully Remote

The role is to take ownership and lead the design, development, and maintenance of the API Platform along with conducting reviews of API designs to ensure they align with the standards and governance requirements of the platform.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API requirements.
Ensure the platform is scalable, secure, and performs to meet the current and future needs.
Set technical standards and best practices for API development.

Key requirements:- Work with delivery leads and product owners to plan, schedule and refine technical work.

• Design, implementation, and operations of Google Apigee in a technology lead role
• Programming language experience in particular Python or Javascript
• Cloud architecture: Azure (Specifically Pipelines)
• Enterprise API Platform preferably Apigee

Lead Azure Platform Engineer - API Platform (APIM/Apigee) | £600- £625 InsideIR35 | 6 Month Initial | Fully Remote

Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Full-Stack Software Engineer with exclusive expertise in React for frontend development and Python for backend development. The role focuses on building scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications while working closely with product, design, and platform teams. Key Responsibilities Frontend (React) Design and develop responsive, modular, and accessible user interfaces using React Build reusable React components, shared libraries, and frontend design systems Manage complex client-side state and optimize frontend performance Integrate frontend applications with REST APIs Ensure high standards of UX, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility Backend (Python) Design and implement scalable backend services using Python Develop RESTful APIs using Python frameworks such as Django / FastAPI / Flask Handle authentication, authorization, and secure data flows Work with relational and/or NoSQL databases Implement logging, monitoring, and error-handling mechanisms to ensure reliability System & Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements, design, and architecture Write clean, testable, maintainable, and well-documented code Participate in code reviews and CI/CD pipelines Support production systems and troubleshoot issues as needed

SC Cleared

6+ Month Contract

(Apply online only) per day Outside IR35

Fully Remote

Start 13th of April

Unify are proudly representing one of our favorite Consulting partners - who have landed yet another exciting program of works in the Government sector.

We are looking to secure the Services of an SC Cleared Senior Service Designer on a Contract basis to ideally start by the 13th of April.

We need:
Very highly experienced in gov. uk services, preferably working directly with GDS in the past
Experience of working with businesses as users is a plus
Able to lead discussions with client on strategy and approach
Comfortable in ambiguous evolving spaces
Able to share work with policy teams in a way that builds buy-in
Strong communication and presentation skills

SC must be active within the last 6 months!

We need a service designer who is expansive and strategic, able to hold the big picture of an emerging service and a very important cross-government programme. This is not the project for someone who is tied to a method or used to working on services that are predefined or overly administrative

Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team.

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eStore Trading Manager

The Role Drive commercial success for a global leader’s online sales channels across 32 European markets. You will analyze performance, identify growth opportunities, and collaborate with local subsidiaries to hit ambitious revenue targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Performance Management: Lead weekly trading calls and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with local teams.
• Data Analysis: Investigate over/under-performance to identify root causes and implement action plans.
• Stakeholder Influence: Present weekly performance updates and strategic insights to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Commercial Strategy: Contribute to SKU rationalization and revenue mitigation plans.
• Optimization: Monitor conversion rates, CAC, and purchase funnels to drive storefront improvements.

What We Need

• Experience: 5+ years in eCommerce trading or online sales management (multi-market preferred).
• Analytical Power: Advanced Excel (Power Pivot) and BI tool proficiency to interpret complex digital datasets.
• Communication: Strong soft skills with the ability to manage and support senior stakeholders/Heads of Departments.
• Agility: Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and take full ownership of initiatives.

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

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 take your career to the next level and lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge greenfield data centres? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Network Automation Engineer who is passionate about transforming network architecture into streamlined automated solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about treating networks as software products, we want to hear from you!

Role: Network Automation Engineer

Duration: 6 months (extension options)

Location: Remote (must be prepared to travel to Bristol a few times a month)

Rate: Competative (umbrella)

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a key player in our team, you will:

• Automated Provisioning:Design and implement sophisticated Ansible roles and playbooks, harnessing the power of Jinja2 templates to automate the life cycle of Cisco and Fortinet devices.
• Infrastructure as Code:Maintain the network’s “Source of Truth” using NetBox, ensuring all physical and logical assets are accurately modelled and easily accessible programmatically.
• Custom Tooling:Develop innovative Python scripts and custom integrations to seamlessly connect platforms, utilizing REST APIs, Netconf, and modern authentication protocols.
• CI/CD & Governance:Build and maintain robust NetDevOps pipelines using GitLab and GitHub Actions to validate, test, and deploy network changes efficiently.
• Multi-Platform Integration:Automate networking layers of the VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform, collaborating closely with compute and storage teams via VCF APIs.
• Day 2 Support:Implement automated “drift detection” to catch manual changes and create self-healing workflows that minimize Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR) for common incidents.

Technical Skills We’re Looking For:

• Automation Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of Ansible (Roles, Playbooks, Jinja2) and Python for network automation tasks.
• Data Centre Fabric Expertise: Strong experience with Cisco NDFC/NX-OS and Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls.
• Ecosystem Tools Proficiency: Familiarity with NetBox as a Source of Truth and Git for version control.
• NetDevOps Experience: Practical knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and automation workflows.
• Virtualization Know-How: Experience with VMware VCF APIs or NSX-T automation.

Bonus Points For:

• Terraform: Familiarity with Terraform for orchestrating provider-based infrastructure.
• Certifications:Cisco Certified DevNet Associate/Professional or equivalent.
• Hands-On Experience:Comfortable deploying hardware in data centres.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant team that values innovation and creativity.
• Work on exciting projects that challenge your skills and expertise.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

If you are an enthusiastic Network Automation Engineer eager to make a significant impact, this is your opportunity! Don’t miss out on being part of a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions.

Apply now and become a key player in our client’s innovative team!

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV 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.

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.

Up to 550 per day (Inside IR35)

London / Remote

3 months initially

My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who urgently requires a Technical Lead/Lead Developer, with Active Security Clearance (SC), and with proven team lead experience to join a business-critical programme.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Lead Java Developer within the public sector
• Demonstrable team lead / leadership experience - ability to guide developers, support technical decision making, and ensure delivery standards
• Active Security Clearance (SC)
• Expertise in a range of technologies, including Java 8 and 17+, Spring / Spring Boot, React / HTML
• AWS Cloud Services experience
• Working experience with MySQL

Nice to have:

• Technical hands-on experience with Terraform, Kibana, Apache Camel
• Linux in a containerised environment
• Immediate availability

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Key Responsibilities

• Document, review, and standardise business processes across multiple departments
• Analyse existing documentation and identify gaps, inconsistencies, or improvement areas
• Conduct gap analysis between current practices and required standards/controls
• Work closely with Internal Audit to ensure processes meet governance and compliance expectations
• Facilitate meetings with business stakeholders and confidently gather requirements
• Translate operational practices into clear, structured process documentation
• Maintain and improve process libraries and documentation standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through process clarity and optimisation

What We’re Looking For

• Highly detail-oriented with a natural curiosity for how systems and processes work
• Comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions, and “holding your own” in stakeholder meetings
• Strong documentation and process mapping skills
• Experience working with Internal Audit, Risk, or Compliance functions
• Proven experience performing gap analysis on business processes
• Ability to work across different business functions and levels of existing documentation maturity
• Structured, methodical thinker with strong organisational skills

Desirable Background

Experience in industries where process, controls, and operations are critical will be highly regarded, such as:

• Construction
• House building / property development
• Manufacturing
• Engineering or operational environments

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Belcan Workforce Solutions are recruiting for a Scada Engineer - ADMS Energy systems. 12 month - Inside IR35 contract role. UK remote based with trips to UK & Europe offices as required. Job Description We're looking for a Scada Engineer to connect our customers with our technologies and products. Our team is involved in ADMS (Advanced Distributions Management System) related projects, tackling problems ranging from analysing data to providing solutions for varied customer business requirements. Our product is deployed in distribution companies worldwide and is leading in the growing market of Energy Utilities. Our software solutions deliver reliability, productivity, innovation, and efficiency through a modular architecture, adaptive algorithms, predictive analytics, and a brilliant user experience. Roles and Responsibilities Lead and manage the migration of SCADA systems into ADMS platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure smooth transitions and integration of legacy systems into new ADMS SCADA environments. Install and configure SCADA simulation systems to support testing, training, and operational simulations. Ensure accurate modelling of SCADA environments to meet system requirements. Handle the installation and configuration of Front-End Processors (FEP) and Enhanced Front-End Processors (EFEPS), ensuring seamless communication between SCADA systems and remote devices. Conduct thorough SCADA testing, validating the system's functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify and resolve issues, ensuring the system meets operational requirements. Provide expert consultancy to clients, delivering workshops and training sessions to enhance their understanding and utilisation of SCADA systems. Share best practices and ensure clients are equipped to manage and optimize their SCADA environments. Lead the deployment and commissioning of ICCP (Inter-Control Centre Communications Protocol), ensuring proper integration of multiple control centres and seamless data communication. Stay current with emerging SCADA protocols and technologies, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure the implementation of the latest best practices and industry standards. Required Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in ADMS SCADA migration and integration. Proven expertise in the installation and configuration of SCADA simulation systems. Solid knowledge of Front-End Processors (FEP) and Enhanced FEPs (EFEPS) installation and configuration. Strong hands-on experience in SCADA testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation. Experience providing consultancy, workshops, and training to clients on SCADA systems. Practical knowledge of ICCP deployment and commissioning. Passion for learning and staying updated on new SCADA protocols and technologies. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with a variety of SCADA protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, etc.). Experience with SCADA systems in the energy or utilities sector is a significant advantage. Any experience working with ADMS, OMS, and DMS systems in utility or energy sectors. Relevant certifications in SCADA systems, ADMS, or energy management technologies. Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

300 Per Day, Outside IR35
Swindon
Remote
6 Months Contract

Your new company
A large organisation based in Swindon.

Your new role
You’ll manage a team of 3-4 testers, providing direction, structure, and leadership across the testing lifecycle. This role is pivotal to supporting a move to Microsoft Business Central, with additional responsibility for EPOS testing and ITIL-based deployments.

What you’ll need to succeed
Strong Test Lead / Test Manager experienceProven background with Microsoft Business Central
Solid EPOS testing experience
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Someone who can bring structure, governance, and oversight; not just execute testing

What you’ll get in return
300 Per Day, Outside IR35

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.
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