Data & Insights Manager
Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
£45,000 + great benefits (BUPA private healthcare, pension, life assurance, bonus & more)

Are you a data-driven professional who enjoys turning customer data into meaningful insight? We’re working with a well-established and growing organisation in Lytham St Annes that’s expanding its Digital and IT function and is now looking for a Data & Insights Manager to join the team.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll take ownership of customer data, helping the business better understand its customers and deliver more personalised, engaging experiences.

What you’ll be doing
Making sure customer data is collected accurately and consistently across all channels
Managing the flow of customer data between systems to ensure it’s secure, reliable, and accessible
Cleaning and analysing data to uncover trends, patterns, and insights
Creating reports for CRM and Marketing teams to support segmentation and targeted campaigns
Working closely with technical teams to improve data integration and quality
Building dashboards and reports so stakeholders can easily track customer KPIsWhat we’re looking for
Experience in a data, insights, analytics, or data management role
Knowledge of CRM and CDP platforms, ideally within a retail or customer-focused environment
Strong SQL skills and experience with segmentation and data modelling
Confidence working with analytics and BI tools
A good understanding of data protection and privacy regulations
Nice to have (but not essential): experience with Bloomreach CDP, A/B testing, or eCommerce platforms
Why this role? You’ll be joining a friendly, collaborative Digital team where your work will genuinely make an impact. The business values insight-led decision making and will give you the opportunity to shape how customer data is used across the organisation.

This is primarily an office-based role in Lytham St Annes, with occasional flexibility to work from home.

Keywords: Data & Insights Manager, Customer Data, CRM, Analytics, SQL, Excel, Lancashire, Lytham St Annes, Blackpool, Preston, Fleetwood

Send your CV to Alex or call (phone number removed) to find out more.

Erin Associates is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know

Division Education for Industry Group
Hours 37 hours per week, Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Contract Fixed-Term, 2-year contract
Location FRA Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships at the Fashion Retail Academy (FRA) and The London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT). Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the role

Are you passionate about data, analytics, and technology?

We’re looking for a Data Analyst Apprentice to join our IT team and support our work with data to improve the student experience at the EFI Group.

In this role, you’ll work alongside our Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to manage and prepare datasets, maintain dashboards and reports, and ensure data quality across our systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience with modern, cloud-based tools including SQL, Power BI, Python, Azure, and more, while learning how data supports real-world business decisions.

​​What we’re looking for:

We are seeking someone who is keen to gain hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and achieve the standards required to succeed in this role.

No prior work experience required - just enthusiasm for data, analytics, and technology!

Applicants will need:

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A-C / 9-4, including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject.

A Level 3 qualification (A-levels, apprenticeship or BTEC, etc.) totalling 48 UCAS points.

Eligibility for apprenticeship funding.

What you’ll gain:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship standard, approved by Skills England.

Hands-on experience with data platforms, visualisation tools, automation, APIs, and emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning.

Insight into real business systems and reporting processes, learning how data informs key decisions.

Mentorship and support from experienced professionals to develop your skills and grow your career in data analytics.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage anyone with an interest in data and technology to apply, including those from underrepresented groups in STEM, and anyone looking to start a rewarding career in analytics.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
Generous and Flexible Leave Options: Including an around-the-world trip after five years of service.
Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.

Salary:

£26,650 per annum

How to apply/Next Steps:

Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.

Closing Date:

8am on Friday 6th March 2026

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

Tuesday 10th March 2026, in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information/Contact us:

Click here to download a full job description

Click here to download the apprenticeship brochure

For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI website and refer to the job description.

Please contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.

Location: Sheffield
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 p/a depending on experience

The Data Migration Specialist is responsible for managing and delivering high-quality data migrations from legacy Case/Practice Management Systems (CMS/PMS) into our platform. This role owns the end-to-end migration lifecycle: extraction, transformation, validation, reconciliation, and loading of data using API-led and ETL approaches.

In addition, this role will advise on and help shape an internal data warehouse that will act as the foundation for migration preparation, cleansing, auditability, and as a single source of truth for database migrations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the data migration workstream, including planning, scoping, mapping, cleansing, testing, and loading.
Extract data from legacy CMS/PMS and related systems and transform datasets to meet target data models.
Use API-based tools and integration frameworks to perform data imports, updates, and reconciliations.
Deliver migrations across core data domains including: Accounts / financial data, Matter / case data, Contacts, Documents and related metadata
Identify data quality issues, perform remediation, and work closely with clients to validate migrated data.
Execute trial migrations, delta migrations, and final production cutover loads.
Advise on and contribute to the design and development of an internal data warehouse to: Support migration data preparation and cleansing, Provide auditability and reconciliation reporting, Act as a single source of truth for migration datasets
Collaborate closely with the Implementation Lead and project team to align migration activities with overall delivery timelines.
Produce and maintain clear documentation for: Data mapping and transformation rules, Migration processes and runbooks, Data validation and reconciliation procedures

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience delivering data migrations in legal, financial, accounts, or SaaS environments.
Strong understanding of ETL processes, data mapping, data quality, and validation techniques.
Hands-on experience using APIs for data import/export and system integrations.
Experience with scripting or development languages such as Python and/or C#.
Strong SQL skills, including querying, data analysis, and validation.
Experience working with relational databases and structured data models.
Ability to analyse, troubleshoot, and resolve data discrepancies efficiently and methodically.
Excellent organisational, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
Understanding of data governance, auditability, and reconciliation best practices.

Desirable

Experience working in professional services, legal tech, or enterprise SaaS implementations.

Joining etiCloud isnt just about the job, its so much more. We want you to forge a successful and rewarding career in the IT industry. Youll be supported every step of the way in a friendly, professional environment where you and your future matter.

Heres a quick overview of what you can expect when you become part of our team:

Competitive salary with regular reviews to reward your progress
Annual company bonus recognising your hard work
Career development through ongoing training, support, and progression opportunities
28 days annual leave
Company pension scheme to support your future
Supportive, friendly team with a down-to-earth culture
Health & wellbeing benefits, including private medical insurance, health cash plan, and mental health support
Modern, secure Sheffield office with kitchen facilities and a coffee machine
Weekly fresh fruit as part of our wellbeing initiatives
Free onsite parking

Apply now and take your next step in the world of tech with etiCloud!

You may also have experience in the following: Data Migration Specialist, Data Migration Consultant, ETL Developer, Data Engineer, SQL Developer, Database Migration Consultant, Technical Implementation Consultant, Data Integration Specialist, Systems Integration Engineer, Data Warehouse Developer, Migration Engineer, Data Conversion Specialist, Application Data Consultant, Legal Tech Data Specialist, SaaS Implementation Data Consultant

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Role: ESR / Oracle EBS Technical Specialist
Type: Contract (extension likely due to long programme of work expected)
Start date: ASAP
Day rate: £400-£600 per day (no set budget, aligned to market) (Outside IR35)
Travel: UK-based (travel requirements TBC)

We’re working exclusively with a specialist consultancy delivering a major transformation programme into the NHS. They are supporting an Oracle EBS to Fusion migration and require a technically strong consultant who can bridge both the technical and functional aspects of the programme.

We are ideally looking for someone with both technical and functional expertise. However, candidates who lean more heavily towards either the technical or functional side will still be considered

This is an Outside IR35 opportunity with flexibility on day rate, genuinely based on market experience and depth of expertise.

Key Experience Required:

Technical

• Strong Oracle EBS and Oracle Fusion experience
• Deep SQL expertise (data extraction, transformation, reconciliation)
• Data migration experience (ideally full lifecycle EBS to Fusion)
• Reporting and data validation experience
• Strong understanding of integrations and data structures

Functional

• UK Payroll expertise
• NHS Payroll experience (highly desirable)
• Knowledge of ESR (Electronic Staff Record)
• Understanding of NHS payroll processes, compliance and reporting

If you have a blend of Oracle technical expertise and NHS payroll/ESR functional knowledge, this is a genuinely high-impact programme to be part of, and we hope to hear from you!

We’re looking for an experienced Analytics Engineer to help shape our data foundations and deliver high quality, trusted insights across the business. You’ll design and maintain scalable analytics models, ensure data quality, and work closely with teams across Finance, Commercial, Operations, and IT to turn complex requirements into intuitive, reliable datasets.

This role sits at the heart of our analytics function, balancing immediate reporting needs with long-term data architecture, and ensuring our organisation can make confident, data driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain analytics models that convert raw data into trusted, business-ready datasets.
• Own the full modelling lifecycle (staging → core → marts).
• Define and maintain consistent metrics, dimensions, and business logic.
• Implement testing, data quality checks, and SLAs to ensure reliability.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, well-structured data solutions.
• Deliver self-service datasets and support reporting/dashboards where needed.
• Continuously improve analytics engineering processes and standards.
• Provide robust data foundations to support strategic initiatives, including cost, pricing, and operational analytics.

What We Are Looking For

We’re seeking someone with strong analytical and technical capability, who enjoys solving complex data problems and can confidently partner with stakeholders across the business. You’ll bring the ability to design robust data models, communicate clearly, and ensure outputs are accurate, consistent, and actionable.

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, Economics, Data Science is desirable.
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with analytical/dimensional modelling.
• Practical experience with modern ELT tools (Dataform/dbt) and Git workflows.
• Knowledge of cloud data warehouses, ideally BigQuery.
• Familiarity with orchestration tools such as Airflow.
• Experience designing BI-friendly datasets, particularly for Power BI.
• Strong communication skills, able to translate business needs into data models.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as SAP BW/HANA.
• A track record of building reusable datasets or maintaining a metrics/semantic layer.
• Basic Python for automation or analytics engineering tooling.
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional analytics or data product teams.

Why Join Us

• Help shape the future of analytics at a global, design-led market leader.
• Work collaboratively across Finance, Commercial, Operations, IT, and more.
• Have real influence on how data is defined, trusted, and used across the organisation.
• Join a supportive, innovative culture known for empowering teams and encouraging growth.
• Develop your skills with modern cloud, modelling, and automation technologies.

We understand there’s no one size fits all approach. We’re proud to offer an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to be their true self. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.

Everyone who applies will receive a response.

?? Location-Chippenham, UK (On-Site) ?? Monday to Friday - Office Hours At Oakhouse Foods, part of Pilgrim’s Europe, data drives everything we do — from operational performance to customer experience. We’re looking for a technically strong and commercially aware Integrations & Data Engineer to design, build and support resilient data pipelines and system integrations that power our business. This is a hands-on role where you’ll combine technical expertise with problem-solving capability to reduce manual processes, improve automation, and deliver reliable, future-proof solutions. The Role You will ensure business data is collected, transformed, validated, stored and distributed through secure, scalable automated pipelines. Supporting both Business as Usual (BAU) and project delivery, you’ll maintain and enhance existing integrations while developing innovative solutions aligned to architecture standards and modern best practices. This is an on-site role in Chippenham, working closely with IT, operational teams, suppliers and project stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and support system integrations between platforms Build and optimise scalable ETL/ELT pipelines Ensure structured, reliable and validated data availability Maintain documentation of data schemas, conventions and definitions Implement robust validation, logging and error-handling mechanisms Design and build automated workflows to reduce manual intervention Select and implement appropriate tools for large-scale automation Implement scheduling, retry mechanisms and resilience patterns Identify automation opportunities through user engagement and process analysis Resolve escalated data and integration support tickets with clear root cause analysis Review and improve existing workflows and processes Collaborate with suppliers and partners on support and project delivery Maintain knowledge base documentation and technical guides Provide technical input, effort estimation and risk assessment Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Provide regular updates on progress, risks and blockers Ensure delivered solutions are secure, scalable and maintainable What We’re Looking For Microsoft SQL Server Experience managing SQL Server instances (security, users, monitoring, maintenance). Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, including writing DML queries, stored procedures, and functions. SAP Business One Understanding of core SAP B1 processes and objects (business partners, documents, etc). Experience customising the platform using add-ons such as Boyum B1UP. Familiarity with SAP B1’s underlying data structures. Microsoft Fabric Experience ingesting data from APIs or databases into Fabric. Skilled in using Dataflows, Power Query, and Data Warehouse tooling to cleanse, transform, and prepare data. Ability to publish structured, reliable datasets for analytical and reporting use cases. Microsoft Azure Hands-on experience with Azure Logic Apps for workflow automation. Experience using Azure Function Apps for high-speed data manipulation and transfer operations. Familiarity with additional Azure data and compute services beneficial to integration workloads. Personal & Professional Skills Strong analytical and critical thinking ability Customer-focused approach to supporting internal teams and franchise partners Ability to explain technical concepts clearly Confidence mentoring support staff Commercial awareness and understanding of how data drives business performance Why Join Us? Play a key role in modernising and automating business systems Work in a collaborative environment where ideas are valued Be part of a business backed by the strength of Pilgrim’s Europe Contribute to projects that directly impact operational performance and customer service Opportunities to shape data architecture and influence technical direction Competitive salary and benefits package Ready to Build the Data Foundations That Power the Business? If you’re passionate about integration engineering, automation and delivering scalable data solutions that make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build robust, future-ready systems at Oakhouse Foods - Pilgrim’s Europe. TPBN1_UKTJ

Data Engineer - Python / SQL / Databricks - Healthcare Tech - Hybrid (2 Days Onsite) - £50,000

The Role

We’re working with a healthcare technology company investing in their data capability and hiring a Data Engineer to work directly alongside Product and Engineering.

This is not a “report factory” role - you’ll analyse data, challenge assumptions and influence product direction.

What You’ll Be Doing

Designing and developing scalable data solutions
Python & SQL development
ETL and data transformation
Working with Databricks (certification desirable, not essential)
Power BI reporting
Writing unit tests and mocking
Presenting insights to internal stakeholders
Collaborating closely with Product Owners and Developers

Tech Stack

Python
T-SQL
Databricks
Power BI
ETL pipelines
Zoho Creator/Analytics (desirable, not required)

What They’re Looking For

Strong communicator - confident presenting insights
Curious mindset - challenges assumptions
Experience analysing data, not just visualising it
Comfortable working directly with Product
Unit testing & mocking experience
Proactive and collaborative personality

Location

Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite (1 fixed team day + 1 flexible).

Easy access from M5/A30.

Process

30 min intro
Python & SQL tech test
Technical deep dive
Final 90 min interview

We are looking for an experienced Automation / Low-Code Engineer to design, develop, and maintain internal applications that streamline business processes and support teams across the organization. You will work independently within an agile environment, turning stakeholder requirements into high-quality, reliable solutions that deliver tangible value.

* Build and maintain applications using low-code platforms (e.g., Retool), including reusable components and efficient workflows.

* Translate business requirements into technical specifications and user-friendly interfaces.

* Integrate applications with APIs, webhooks, and databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) while implementing secure authentication and access controls.

* Deliver projects on time within agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban), participating in planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

* Conduct QA and user acceptance testing to ensure stable, production-ready applications.

* Collaborate with stakeholders across departments, manage expectations, and gather feedback throughout the development lifecycle.

* Own projects end-to-end while working collaboratively when needed.

Required Skills & Experience:

* 2–3+ years of hands-on experience with low-code development platforms.

* Strong SQL and database skills.

* AI coding tools experience

* Experience with REST APIs, GraphQL, webhooks, and authentication protocols (OAuth, JWT, API keys).

* Agile delivery experience and reliable project management skills.

* Data product background REQUIRED

A leading financial services company has an urgent 6 months + (inside ir35) requirement for a Data Governance & Quality Analyst to provide hands on support in executing data stewardship and governance activities, maintaining data quality, metadata and lineage, and supporting the implementation of governance standards, processes and tools to ensure the organisation can rely on accurate, well managed data for regulatory compliance, analytics and operational decision making, working under the direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Support the execution of strategic priorities for developing Data Governance capabilities, ensuring alignment with the data strategy, Data Protection Policy, SII data policy and the enterprise governance framework.

Key Skills / Experience

* Expertise in Data Governance concepts and best practice

* Demonstrable skills in Data Quality Analysis.

* Solid understanding of GDPR and The Data Protection Act 2018

* Experience in Microsoft Purview Data Governance is essential

* Working knowledge of Profisee (MDM) tooling is required

* Understanding of financial regulations and regulatory reporting

* Auditing experience

* Knowledge of or skills in Data warehousing, Data Lake and Big Data solutions (understanding SQL would be useful)

* Knowledge of Cloud based big data frameworks such as data lake, relational, Graph and other no-SQL databases

* Familiar with Cloud and Data Management trends, including open source projects, methodologies (connect and collect, hub and spoke, data fabrics, etc.) and leading commercial vendors that relate to data acquisition, management and the semantic web

* Microsoft Server technologies (Azure, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, Power BI) is desirable

* Understanding of Master Data Management technology landscape, processes and design principles

* Operational familiarity in the use of meta-Data Management, data quality, and data stewardship tools and platforms. Experience of Microsoft Purview is desirable.

* Data Lineage knowledge - ability to perform route cause analysis

* Proven track record in operating large Data Governance programs and managing enterprise data assets in a complex organisation

* Creating and implementing Data Governance frameworks and policies

* Experience using Data Governance & Data Quality systems and tools

* Experience querying databases using SQL is essential

* Experience with SQL Server (T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, MDS) is desirable.

* Experience with Power BI

* Knowledge of data sources, transformation rules, and use of the data for the area of Data Stewardship

* Experience in the use of data catalogues and data quality technologies

* Experience of working within the financial sector

FT Recruitment is working with our forward-thinking and well-known business that is looking to further grow its development team. This position joins a business with a clear direction, with software being a focal point in their journey. As a Software Developer, the successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality applications and solutions across our clients’ technology stack. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in SQL, C#, .NET, HTML, and JavaScript.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Windows desktop applications in C# using Microsoft Visual Studio, including WinForms solutions backed by SQL Server and stored procedures.
• Build WPF-based C# plugin applications for exciting software using structured, maintainable architectures.
• Develop and support web applications using ASP.NET with SQL Server as the backend.
• Apply modern web and application frameworks and patterns, including Entity Framework, MVVM, Razor syntax, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap v4, WCF services, and unit testing frameworks.
• Perform Microsoft SQL Server administration, including database creation, maintenance, and user management.
• Implement and optimise stored procedures, database sizing strategies, and shrink/maintenance workflows in line with best practices.

The successful candidate will have a development background with extensive exposure to C#, .NET, & SQL Get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Our client is a tier 1 bank, a globally recognised professional services institution operating across major financial markets. The organisation provides a broad range of services including assurance, advisory, tax, risk, regulatory consulting, transaction support, and technology-enabled transformation.

With a strong focus on innovation, data-driven decision-making, and regulatory excellence, the bank partners with corporations, governments, and financial institutions to manage risk, enhance performance, and navigate complex financial landscapes. Leveraging deep industry expertise and a global network of professionals, the organisation helps clients respond to evolving market conditions, digital disruption, and regulatory change.

Known for its rigorous standards, collaborative culture, and commitment to integrity, the bank invests heavily in technology, sustainability, and talent development to deliver long-term value for clients and stakeholders.

Role Requirements

• Develop conceptual and logical data models across key investment banking domains (e.g. clients, products, trades, positions, risk, finance, market and collateral data)
• Ensure models align to agreed modelling standards, naming conventions, and reusable design patterns
• Translate business requirements into clear, structured data models aligned to authoritative upstream sources
• Facilitate workshops with SMEs and data teams to validate definitions and resolve data discrepancies
• Embed modelling standards, metadata, and quality controls in line with enterprise data governance frameworks
• Operate within a high-throughput, iterative delivery (factory) model, supporting multiple concurrent data products
• Collaborate closely with architects, governance, engineering, onsite leadership, and offshore teams to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions
• Proven experience in conceptual/logical modelling within capital markets or investment banking
• Proficiency in data modelling tools (e.g. Hackolade, ERwin)
• Exposure to Data Vault methodology desirable

Required Experience

• Proven experience (typically 37+ years) in data modelling within financial services, banking, or large enterprise environments

• Strong expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modelling

• Hands-on experience with enterprise data modelling tools (e.g. ERwin, ER/Studio, PowerDesigner, or similar)

• Advanced SQL skills and strong understanding of relational database design (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

• Experience designing and optimising data models for:

• Data warehouses (Kimball/Inmon methodologies)

• Data marts

• Operational data stores (ODS)

Knowledge of dimensional modelling (star/snowflake schemas)Experience working with large-scale, complex, multi-source data environmentsUnderstanding of data governance, metadata management, and data lineage principlesFamiliarity with regulatory and risk data frameworks (e.g. BCBS 239) within financial services

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”.

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 22 March 2026 at 11:55PM

Location: Council Headquarters, Hamilton
Hours: 35 hours per week, Permanent
Work Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm
Salary / Hourly Rate: £40,804 - £46,991 per year

South Lanarkshire Council are looking for a Business Systems Engineer. This post shall provide all project and IT support for the Finance Transactions team.

You will be responsible to the IT Team Leader and Application, Support and Development Project Manager for the effective provision of support and development in accordance with the Council’s statutory responsibilities, policies and procedures.

You will be required to contribute towards providing quality advice and support to Council departments to allow them to deliver services to the wider communities of South Lanarkshire.

The Individual:

The successful candidate should have experience within an IT environment, (ideally public sector) and be able to evidence technical job knowledge and expertise, as per the attached Job Profile. You should also be able to demonstrate knowledge of IT applications within specialist areas and can undertake cross working where required within the organisation.

As part of the role, you will be required to challenge, support, and improve existing business practices, reporting on their effectiveness, reliability, and/or value for money to provide assurance to management and stakeholders. You should be able to highlight risks and make recommendations for management.

Involvement in project management with associated governance responsibilities with the ability to prepare and scrutinise technical specifications, reports, budgets and performance indicators.

The successful candidate should ideally possess a professional IT qualification, and it would be beneficial to have technical knowledge of Oracle PL/SQL or SQL Server.

View the Business Systems Engineer job profile

Please answer the following questions as part of your application submission, your answers should be uploaded under supporting documents

• Please outline your experience in an IT application support and development setting, detailing your responsibilities and how you interacted with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and support ongoing services.
• Please describe a code component you developed and explain how you applied each stage of the project lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and review.
• Please describe how you prioritise tasks and maintain performance when working under tight deadlines or managing multiple responsibilities?
• Please describe any experience you have working with database management systems, with reference to SQL Server or Oracle.

If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.

Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire’s Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

Overseas Criminal Records Check

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years.

Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community.

We are a Disability Confident Scheme Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans & Service leavers are guaranteed an interview who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM.

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form. All CV submissions will be disregarded.

The Opportunity

As a DevSecOps Engineer, you’ll help secure the digital services that support the day-to-day work of UK Parliament. Embedded within the Software Engineering team, you’ll act as a security partner to developers - ensuring security is built into services from the start, not added at the end.

Working across a bespoke Microsoft-focused environment including C#, .NET, .NET Core and .NET Framework, alongside MVC and Web API applications, SQL Server, RESTful APIs and Git-based workflows, you’ll support teams in delivering secure, resilient software at pace. You’ll provide practical guidance on secure design, code quality, and platform security, helping shift security expertise into every stage of the development lifecycle.

Collaborating closely with engineering teams and cyber security specialists, you’ll help strengthen DevSecOps practices across Parliament - influencing architecture, supporting testing activities, and promoting secure coding approaches that enable teams to deliver with confidence.

If you enjoy working hands-on with engineers, solving real security challenges, and helping teams build secure services the right way from day one, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a nationally significant environment.

• relevant experience across the bespoke technology stack (see above). Also, have a good understanding of cyber security principles as a whole, but especially as they relate to DevSecOps.
• security Integration: Ensure security is integrated into every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from initial design to deployment and maintenance
• automation: Implement and manage automation tools to streamline security processes, such as continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• vulnerability Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure
• good knowledge and experience of delivering secure software products in a demanding environment.

What You Need

• understanding of cyber and information security principles and how they underpin all digital activities, including an appreciation of cyber and information security functions / activities and how they mitigate likelihood and impact of cyber attacks, especially in a DevSecOps environment.
• demonstratable experience across C#, .NET, .NET Core and .NET Framework, web frameworks including MVC and Web API, SQL / SQL Server experience in best practice of securing both web applications and APIs, experience of configuring monitoring and proactive alerting tools based on security events, Git, abstracting code into core libraries and creating reusable components, debugging and systems analysis, knowledge of common vulnerabilities and threats. Experience of configuring CI/CD tooling and security best practice.
• strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to establish positive working relationships and influence and persuade at all levels.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively.
• takes ownership of problems and proactively resolves technical problems, ensuring that technical solutions continue to meet business requirements. Takes full accountability for actions taken and decisions made.
• the ability to pass security clearance, backed by the right to work in the UK

About The Team

Protect the UK’s democratic process working as part of Parliament’s Engineering team, in close collaboration with the Cyber and Information Security team. The Cyber and Information Security threat to Parliament is a challenging one to meet, balancing security and transparency whilst protecting some very high-profile targets. Parliement’s technical teams must remain switched on to geopolitical and domestic activity to protect its people, data and technology.

About Us

UK Parliament is steeped in history and tradition. It is an important part of UK life and we need to ensure as many people as possible can engage with its work. This is why we are at the start of a huge transformation programme powered by technology. The Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS) works with the House of Commons and the House of Lords with all their IT and digital needs. We are here to realise the digital ambitions of a modern Parliament and welcome you to join us in building a digital democracy.

Our Package

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including but not limited to:

• generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 days in addition to bank holidays
• generous maternity pay policy up to 6 months full pay
• enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
• on-site gym, nursery, catering, post office, travel office and GP
• flexible options including hybrid working and family friendly policies

How To Apply

Please make sure you’re clear on the requirements of the role. These can be found in the Job Description and Candidate Information Pack. You will need to upload your CV to show how you meet up to the first five criterion. Our application process is anonymous, so please remove any personal information from it.

As part of the interview process, you’ll take part in a live, discussion-led technical exercise (run in a paired programming style) focused on identifying common security misconfigurations, followed by technical questions with the panel.

Apply By:

Interviews: TBC : 25th + 26th March 2026

Format: Panel Interview (Remote)

Our Culture

For our people, we provide an amazing opportunity to bring their talents to an institution that sits right at the heart of society in the UK. We are helping to change UK Parliament and strengthen democracy. What matters here is your potential for growth and your commitment to playing your part in our ongoing success.

We are passionate about providing an environment which promotes inclusion, diversity and equality. Regardless of your age, gender, ethnicity, beliefs or any of the other things that make you, you. We welcome applications from people who feel under-represented in the workforce. This includes those who may feel disadvantaged because of their socioeconomic circumstances.

Position: Web GIS Lead
Location: Wokingham, UK (5 days a week from office)
6 months contract position

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Web GIS Lead to oversee the development, implementation, and migration of enterprise GIS solutions. The role involves managing GIS data and systems, guiding GIS teams, and ensuring seamless integration of GIS applications with ArcGIS Enterprise components including ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, and respective hosted applications and services. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background in GIS software, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Your responsibilities:

GIS Data & System Management

• Oversee GIS data management and migration, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality across datasets.
• Manage and optimize GIS databases using SQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, and related systems.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing support to GIS team members.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver effective GIS solutions.

Solution Design & Development

• Design and develop customized GIS applications using ESRI technologies and various GIS tools.
• Ensure integration of GIS systems with business workflows and enterprise-level applications.
• Develop server-side GIS logic using ESRI technologies and enterprise GIS frameworks.

Web GIS & Application Integration

• Lead the development and migration of GIS-based applications using ESRI technology stack.
• Utilize programming languages such as Python, SQL, and JavaScript for automation, data processing, and application development.
• Build custom and COTS-based solutions in ArcGIS Experience Builder using React JS.

Spatial Analysis & Visualization

• Conduct geospatial analysis, cartographic design, and data visualization to support decision-making.
• Perform web map creation, service publishing, ArcGIS Portal content migration, and develop StoryMaps.

Automation & Workflow Optimization

• Build automated workflows using ModelBuilder, Python scripts, and geoprocessing models.
• Work with tools like FME for spatial data ETL and data transformation processes.

Your Profile

Essential skills/knowledge/experience: 10+ years in GIS Web Application Development & Deployment

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:

Core GIS Technical Expertise

Strong hands-on experience with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.5, including:

ArcGIS Portal

ArcGIS Server

ArcGIS Data Store

Expertise in ArcGIS Pro, including tools, extensions, and advanced geoprocessing.

Competency in ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS content creation, administration, and deployment.

Programming & Development

Proficiency in .NET or Java, along with Python, SQL, and JavaScript.

Experience with React JS for custom widget/tool development in Experience Builder.

Knowledge of web services, open standards, and geospatial formats (XML, GML, KML).

Database & Cloud Skills

Experience maintaining and processing spatial datasets within relational databases.

Working knowledge of spatial indexing, database optimization, and schema design.

Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or equivalent platforms.

Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools and performance optimization.

Additional Competencies

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Experience supporting team members in a GIS/technical capacity.

Knowledge/experience in creating web-based GIS applications and dashboards.

Preferred Experience

Custom development on enterprise GIS servers using ESRI technologies.

Experience with:

ArcGIS Experience Builder (COTS & custom tools)

ArcGIS Portal content migration

Service publishing

Web map and StoryMap creation

Strong understanding of spatial ETL workflows using FME.

Technical Specialist Network and Firewall Engineer

£35,451 – £36,612 – plus benefits – Hybrid working pattern

Glenfield, Leicestershire

Your new company

Hays Recruitment have partnered with Leicestershire County Council in the search for a Technical Specialist with knowledge of firewalls. This is an ideal role if you are looking to expand and develop your knowledge of firewalls with plenty of development opportunities.

Working as part of a team of 4, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the IT infrastructure to ensure that services are reliable, resilient and provide value for money. You will be primarily responsible for the management, monitoring and upgrading of both on prem and virtual firewalls and perimeter security. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the concept and principles of firewalls. The team has a strong ethos of knowledge sharing to support in your development.

Your new role will involve:

The role encompasses the following

• Support, configure and administer corporate firewall and perimeter security platforms
• Liaise with customers and appropriate IT staff
• Follow technical and security standards to ensure cost effective, secure and high availability of systems.
• Support, install and implement IT infrastructure solutions
• Configure, test and install operating systems and hardware using supplier recommendations and best practice across a range of platforms.
• Assist in the design and build process of IT infrastructure solutions
• Work in a team of IT technicians with a broad range of technologies including:
  • Hyper-Converged Systems (HCI)
  • Infrastructure Security
  • SQL Database Administration
  • System Backup Management & Administration
  • Server administration (Windows, Solaris, Linux, VMWare)
  • File Structure and Permission Management
  • Facilities Management
  • Security Testing
  • Disaster Recovery

What you need to succeed:

• Strong understanding and interest in firewalls and networks
• Demonstrable experience in perimeter security
• Demonstrable experience with the principles and concepts of firewalls
• Experience upgrading, managing and monitoring firewalls
• Understanding of storage infrastructure
• Understanding of virtual infrastructure
• MS / SQL knowledge

There will be occasional out of hours requirements for planned works or major incidents, therefore you will need to be within an hour of the location and have your own transport.

Sponsorship is not available for this role

Birmingham / UK Hybrid

The Opportunity

We are working with a growing mid-tier consultancy that is investing heavily in its Data and Technology consulting capability. They are seeking an Associate Director to play a senior leadership role across client delivery, proposition development, and commercial growth, working closely with Partners and Directors.

This Associate Director role is designed for someone who is deeply fluent in Python, Python scripting and SQL, and who continues to design, build, review and debug solutions while leading teams and clients.

As an Associate Director, you will:

• Remain hands-on with Python, Python scripting and SQL across live client engagements
• Python-based analytics and automation
• SQL logic for complex transformations, reconciliations and controls
• End-to-end data flows and exception handling logic
• Lead delivery of technically complex programmes, staying close to the detail
• Act as the senior technical authority on engagements, solving problems when delivery stalls
• Translate audit, regulatory, deals or operational requirements into working Python and SQL solutions
• Lead and mentor teams through active code review, pattern setting and pairing, not abstraction
• Own senior client relationships while retaining technical depth and delivery accountability

Technical Requirements

Python & Python Scripting

• Controls analytics, reconciliations and anomaly detection
• Automation of manual and semi-automated processes
• Evidence generation for audit and regulatory needs

SQL

• Complex transformation logic
• Financial, payments and ledger reconciliations
• Data quality rules, tolerances, ageing and exception management

Data Engineering

• Cloud-based pipelines and ETL patterns
• Testable, auditable and monitored data models
• Performance, reliability and scalability considerations

Leadership Expectations

• Lead and grow multi-disciplinary technical teams
• Set coding, documentation and quality standards
• Coach consultants and engineers in Python and SQL best practice
• Shape reusable assets and accelerators that improve margin and consistency
• Support bids and proposals with real technical input, not generic positioning

What We’re Looking For

• Senior consulting experience (Senior Manager or Associate Director)
• Strong, current hands-on experience in Python and SQL
• Confidence operating at code, architecture and executive levels simultaneously
• Experience delivering in regulated, audit-heavy, deals or complex environments
• A delivery mindset focused on working solutions, not theory

Why This Role

• Explicitly hands-on at Associate Director level
• Python and SQL are core, not ‘nice to have’
• Clear progression without stepping away from technical substance
• A firm that values people who can both lead and build

Please send your CV to Method Resourcing for more information.

RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bromsgrove£42,289.52per annum + excellent benefitsPermanent, Full Time Closing Date:Friday 20th March @ 9amInterview Date:Monday 30th March 2026- in person interview We are seeking a Data Manager who will play a key role in enabling datadrivendecisionmakingacross the organisation. This position will lead the development and implementation of robust data management strategies, ensurehigh standardsof data quality and security, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.This is a pivotal role that will enhance business efficiency, strengthen operational performance, and inform strategic decisions that support the housing associations mission andlongtermobjectives.Importantly, we are apeoplefocusedorganisation, and this role reflects that. While technicalexpertiseis essential, we are looking for someone who thrives on collaboration, values clear communication, and can build strong working relationships across teams. You must be able to translate technical concepts into meaningful conversations and support colleagues with empathy, patience, and confidence.The RoleYou will oversee data quality, compliance, security, andendtoenddata operations, ensuring our information isaccurate, consistent, and trusted.Youlllead the delivery of reports, dashboards, analytics, and predictive insights, working closely with senior leaders to turn complex data into clear, actionable intelligence.As joint custodian of our Housing Management System (QL), you will ensure data integrity, system configuration, and reporting all meet operational and regulatory needs.Youllalso guide the development of our Data Warehouse and analytics platforms, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with organisational goals.You will provide technical leadership on integrations, data modelling, and architecture, while driving innovation through AI, automation, and digital improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and enhance customer experience.Alongside this, you will lead and develop a highperforming data team, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Your ability to motivate, support, and communicate effectively with people will be just as important as your technical leadership. You will actively contribute to wider IT management activity, supporting strategic planning andorganisationwidedigital initiatives.About YouWe are looking for an adaptable and proactive Data Manager with proven experience delivering business insights, analytics, and reporting in complex organisational environments.Youllhave a strongtrack recordof managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising effectively, and delivering change. You will be a confident communicator, able to gather requirements, translateneeds into practical technical solutions, and engage stakeholders at all levels in a clear and approachable way.Youllhave skills in SQL, relational database management, and enterprise reporting tools (Power BI, Excel, Power Automate), along with experience developing or supporting Enterprise Data Warehouses or BI platforms.Youllalso have proven ability to design andmaintaindata models, data pipelines, and integrations across enterprise systems (CRM, ERP, Housing Management Systems).Most importantly, you will be someone who enjoys working with people just as much as working with data,a team player who collaborates naturally, supports colleagues with clarity and positivity, and contributes to a strong,peoplecentredculture.What we can offer in return:

• 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme buy up to anadditional5daysholiday per year
• Holiday buy back scheme bdhtwill buy up to 10 days holiday back from staff
• Teambudgetevery year to enjoy an afternoon out as a team
• Electric vehicle leasing scheme through Octopus Energy
• Pension scheme defined contributions pension administered by the Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS)
• Life insurance is available to members of the pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Healthcare Cash Back Scheme Healthshield
• Retail discounts scheme
• Long Service Awards (given at 1 year, 5 years and in increments of 5 years following this)
• Reimbursement for professional subscription fees
• Corporate Sponsorship opportunities
• Reimbursement for HRT pre-paid certificates
• Reimbursement for annual flu jab
• Free parking and refreshments
• Monthly staff compliments raffle
• Wellbeing calendar of events throughout the year

Bdhtreserves the right to close vacancies before the stated closing date where the volume of applications is extremely high.

Senior Data Architect Data & AI | Remote (Occasional travel to Glasgow or Reading) Salary £115,000 (Package) Are you a Senior or Data Architect who thrives on designing elegant, scalable cloud data solutions? Do you enjoy helping organisations become truly data-guided through modern Data & AI platforms? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing consultancy environment where technical excellence and collaboration are key. The Role We are seeking a Senior Architectto join an expanding Data & AI team. You will work closely with architects and consultants to design and deliver high-quality, cloud-based data solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies. You will be accountable for the technical delivery of projects and will engage across the full project lifecycle, from presales through to operational handover. What Youll Be Doing

• Designing and delivering cloud-based data platforms using Azure services such as Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL Database, Data Lake/Blob Storage, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory and Power BI
• Producing conceptual, logical and physical data models optimised for analytical and reporting use cases
• Contributing to the definition of data architecture frameworks, standards and principles
• Mapping data from source to target and defining current and future state architectures based on business requirements
• Ensuring technical readiness, scalability and quality assurance of delivered solutions
• Translating complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Producing clear, high-quality technical documentation

About You You will have extensive experience designing and delivering modern data platforms, with:

• Strong expertise in data warehouses, data lakes, dimensional modelling, and both batch and streaming data processing
• A solid understanding of data strategy and management, including data governance, data quality, security and compliance
• Advanced SQL skills, with hands-on experience using Python and PySpark
• Broad, practical experience across Azure data services and supporting Azure infrastructure
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or Bicep) and CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior and executive stakeholders

Desirable Experience

• Agentic AI, Apache Spark, or enterprise architecture frameworks
• Enterprise data integration and Microsoft BI technologies
• Experience with AWS or GCP and additional CI/CD tooling (e.g. Jenkins, BitBucket)
• Relevant certifications such as Azure Architect Expert and/or TOGAF

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.

Wotton under Edge

up to £35,000 depending on experience

Renishaws Encoder Products Division (EPD) designs and supplies cutting-edge position feedback technology to the worlds precision measurement, automation, and manufacturing industries. It is highly likely that something you own contains a part or device that was manufactured with the help of one of Renishaws encoder products.

EPD is made up of engineers, scientists and technicians all working together to produce market leading products for sale around the world. We start with cutting edge optical, algorithm and circuit designs, developing our own ASICs and sensors where required. We then use innovative mechanical engineering to turn our core technology into a range of desirable products for our broad customer base.

Working closely with colleagues in our manufacturing division, we develop manufacturing and assembly processes and software to deliver quality products by the hundreds of thousands that in turn, perform reliably and repeatedly to sub-micron accuracies for our customers.

We are recruiting for a New Product Introduction Engineer whose primary responsibility is to design, develop and productionise new products and processes. Working at the interface between design and production this role offers an exciting opportunity in a very interesting industry. For the right candidate there is potential for career progression and development as the division grows.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and introducing processes for the automated assembly and testing of new products.
• Working alongside the wider design team, developing strategies for the assembly of new products.
• Ensuring new processes are safe, controlled, robust, capable and efficient.
• Utilising production control technology within the process where appropriate.
• Reporting and documenting the development and introduction of the process ready for transfer to manufacturing.
• Supporting product and process verification and validation for the design team.

Key requirements

• Degree level education in a relevant technical discipline such as, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or Systems Engineering. Or a HNC/HND level education with significant experience in a related engineering field.
• Experience with design of electro-mechanical systems: integration of robotics, PLCs, pneumatic/electronic drives etc.
• An understanding of mechanical tooling and fixture design
• Good PC skills and the ability to work with minimal support

Desirable requirements

• A working knowledge and understanding of Siemens NX CAD or a similar equivalent CAD package.
• Understanding of relational databases e.g., SQL
• Experience working with optical systems
• Knowledge of DfA/DfM, Process FMEA or Six Sigma
• Knowledge of production assembly techniques and their application to assembly processes.
• Knowledge of PLCs and vision systems, automated systems

Person specification

The successful applicant will have a strong technical background with a hands-on approach. They will be able to demonstrate success in the support and development of complex, technically challenging processes. They will have a good attention to detail and the determination and tenacity to resolve technical challenges where a solution is not immediately apparent.

Software Engineer II

Hybrid : Manchester (1 day a week)

Inside IR35: £500

Duration: 6 months

Tech Stack: Java / Spring Boot, SQL Server, AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD. Node.js/Python and SSIS experience is a bonus.

A technology-driven team is seeking an experienced Software Engineer II to support the design, build and operation of backend services within a financial data environment. This role is ideal for someone who values strong engineering practices, autonomy, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will help develop and operate backend systems that deliver accurate, timely financial data to critical enterprise processes. The role includes hands-on development, production support, and ensuring compliance with key regulatory frameworks such as SOX and GDPR/PII.

Java / Spring Boot

Python & Node.js

Microsoft SQL Server , SQL optimisation

SSIS (bonus)

AWS

Kubernetes , Docker

CI/CD tooling

Infrastructure as Code (TypeScript, AWS CDK)

Exposure to Apache Spark is a plus

If this sounds like you, please apply.

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