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Contract – Inside IR35
Software Licensing Specialist – Financial Services Client
The Opportunity
Our financial services client is seeking a Software Licensing Specialist to support the governance, processes and controls surrounding the consumption and contribution of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). This role sits within an international team and involves close collaboration with Engineering, Tooling and Legal functions. It is well suited to candidates with strong expertise in open-source licensing, or those with a background in Software Asset Management (SAM) / IT Asset Management (ITAM) within a commercial environment.
The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter, comfortable working independently and delivering to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide guidance to engineering teams on the implications of FOSS licensing for their applications.
* Analyse licence and copyright considerations for new open-source software requests.
* Use FOSS scanning and licensing tools to identify risks and coordinate remediation actions.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of FOSS governance and control processes.
* Review and categorise open-source licences, including those not recognised by automation tools.
* Support training and awareness initiatives on licensing obligations.
* Guide and mentor FOSS licensing analysts within the team.
* Support the evaluation and development of licence assessment tooling.
Essential Experience
* Strong knowledge of open-source licences, obligations and risk implications.
* Experience analysing open-source components and their licensing models.
* Hands-on experience with at least one open-source scanning tool.
* Understanding of software licensing agreement terminology.
* Experience working with Legal teams to interpret licence agreements.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Confluence, JIRA and SharePoint.
Desirable
* Experience engaging with Legal and Engineering stakeholders.
* Knowledge of software development lifecycle and DevSecOps practices.
* Experience working in Agile environments.
* Exposure to tools such as Nexus IQ Server, FOSSology or similar.
* Legal or copyright training would be advantageous.
More details available on successful application
The Company
Superb opportunity to join one of the world’s largest leisure travel companies, operating a global fleet of cruise ships that carry millions of guests each year.
This is an initial 6-month contract (inside IR35) with a requirement to be on-site in the Southampton office 3-days per week.
The Role
We are looking for a Security Assurance Specialist to join the Information Security Assurance Team, who provide end-to-end assurance of IT products and services across the group.
The role will require excellent IT (systems, networks, applications, hardware) and security technology knowledge (anti-malware, encryption, security logging and monitoring, network security), as well as knowledge of information governance principles (risk, legislation, standards, policy and procedures).
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with delivery & operational teams, providing end to end engagement across a range of IT focused projects and products.
* Assure required levels of due diligence, risk assessments and security design across a portfolio of projects.
* Define security non-functional requirements for new products and services.
* Review and input to various design documents (HLD, LLD, data flow diagrams etc.) to ensure that Security NFRs are delivered and implemented before the product or service goes live.
* Provide advice as a technical security SME by representing the Information Security team at various project meetings or workshops.
* Providing project consultation on various compliance frameworks which currently apply to the business e.g. NIST, PCI, SOX and GDPR.
* Coordinating between projects, Security Operations and third-party vendors to ensure that security testing activities are carried out and delivered to a pre-agreed scope.
* Responsible for ensuring that any vulnerabilities identified are processed in accordance with the Information Security Risk Management process.
* Identify and track risk issues across the project and ensure the risk management lifecycle is followed.
* Ensure that new products or services follow the correct change management process and provide advice to the Change Approval Board where appropriate.
* Provide support to security incident management and compliance services when required.
* Work with key stakeholders across security and the business provide risk analysis of vulnerabilities, identify appropriate security controls and review and approve remediation activities.
* Support the wider Information Security & Risk team evolve and embed key governance artefacts and processes such as effective risk management and the development of policy & procedures.
Communicate and educate security risk to technical and non-technical colleagues.
Qualifications – essential:
* IT related degree or similar experience
CISSP or CISM (or equivalent professional certification)
Knowledge/ Experience – essential:
* Provision of Security Non-Functional Requirements against a project design
* Excellent knowledge of key compliance and control requirements relevant to the tourism & leisure industry (e.g. SOX, PCI DSS & GDPR)
* Extensive experience securing AWS-hosted environments and implementing cloud security best practice
* Hands on experience of key security tools and their application within Information Systems
* Application/web application security and management
* Experience of implementing information security best practices within a regulated environment
* An excellent working knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology Cyber Security Framework
* Knowledge and skills to manage Penetration Testing processes
* Understanding of IT concepts and architectures including Cloud, BYOD and Mobile Device Management
* Working knowledge of different delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile or Hybrid)
Knowledge/ Experience – desirable:
* Knowledge of HTTP, SSDLC and Security Testing.
* Broader understanding of Information Security Management Systems and controls, i.e. ISO27001
* Strong risk management knowledge and experience.
More details available on successful application
Servicenow Platform Designer with SC or DV Clearance is required by our government client based in London/Midlands
Working in an SC Security Cleared environment. Due to the urgency of the role, you will hold a current SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Clearance (or be eligible)
To start ASAP
Rate c £(Apply online only) pd (Umbrella)
Role:
You will provide strategic, technical, and design leadership for the ServiceNow platform, ensuring it is architected, configured, and governed in a scalable, secure, and sustainable way. The Platform Designer shapes the end to end platform design across CMDB, integrations, and core workflows, enabling major transformation activities and long term service evolution
Skills:
Deep expertise in ServiceNow platform design across ITSM, CMDB, Discovery, ITOM, and IntegrationHub.
Strong capability in CMDB architecture, CI class modelling, relationship design, and data governance.
Strong understanding of API/web service design (REST/SOAP), MID Server patterns, spokes, and automation workflows.
Experience designing Scoped Applications, secure configuration models, and platform-level controls.
Knowledge of ITIL v4, service design principles, and enterprise grade architecture patterns.
Understanding of discovery, service mapping, data ingestion and integration patterns.
Responsibilities’
Define, maintain, and evolve the ServiceNow platform design, guardrails, and configuration standards.
Develop platform-wide design patterns covering CMDB, ITSM, ITOM, automation, and integration workflows.
Act as the design authority for all ServiceNow changes, ensuring solutions remain aligned to wider enterprise architecture.
Solution Design Assurance
Lead complex solution and workflow designs, ensuring usability, maintainability, and adherence to best practice.Review and validate development outputs, ensuring alignment to design principles and long-term sustainability.
Shape the platform’s environment strategy, including version upgrades, performance optimisation, and health monitoring.
Platform Strategy Roadmap
Provide strategic input into licensing, roadmap planning, security posture, and the future evolution of the platform.
Work closely with the Product Owner, Technical Lead, and BA community to design upcoming releases and platform enhancements.
Data, Integrations Workflow OrchestrationDefine ServiceNow data design, CMDB modelling, and governance approaches.
Design integration patterns, data flows, and orchestration using IntegrationHub, APIs, and the MID Server.
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PeopleSoft Financials Support Analyst
Location: SW London/Surrey Borders
Hybrid: 3 days on‑site
Function: Finance Systems / PeopleSoft
INSIDE IR35
Rate Neg (Apply online only) per day
A leading global organisation is seeking a PeopleSoft Financials Senior Analyst to provide high‑level functional support across its PeopleSoft 8.4 Finance environment.
This role supports users across the USA and Western Europe, acting as the escalation point for complex issues, enhancements, and process improvements while partnering with an offshore AMS team.
If you enjoy ownership, problem‑solving, and being the go‑to SME for GL processes, this role offers both impact and visibility. With a future transition to SAP planned, there is also potential for this position to evolve into a long‑term SAP opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
* Acting as the subject matter expert for PeopleSoft GL, covering journals, ledgers, allocations, reporting, intercompany, and reconciliations.
* Ensuring the ongoing maintenance and stability of the GL, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
* Supporting incidents, queries, and service requests escalated from the AMS team.
* Troubleshooting complex functional issues and coordinating with technical teams when required.
* Supporting integrated modules including AP, AR, and PO.
* Working with Finance stakeholders across EMEA and the US to resolve issues and deliver improvements.
* Collaborating on VAT‑related or cross‑module changes.
* Preparing data and supporting activities for the future SAP migration.
* Participating in testing cycles for PeopleSoft and SAP where needed.
* Performing high‑level month‑end and year‑end GL checks.
* Building strong relationships with Business Users and providing guidance on reporting, audits, and operational tasks.
* Gathering requirements, prioritising requests, and raising change requests as appropriate.
* Working closely with global PeopleSoft teams and wider IT stakeholders.
Skills/Experience
Essential
* Strong experience with PeopleSoft 8.4 Finance and General Ledger.
* Solid understanding of GL processes and integrations with AP/AR/PO.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Confident communicator with both Finance and IT stakeholders.
* SQL skills.
Desirable
* Experience with PeopleSoft AR, Inventory, Asset Management, or Project Costing.
* Financial acumen or background in finance.
* Knowledge of UK and European VAT.
* Experience with ITSM / incident management tools
SAP Security & Implementation Engineer (SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud)
Our client is looking for an experienced SAP Security & Identity Management Engineer to play a key role in protecting critical SAP systems and data within an SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud environment.
In this role, you’ll design and deliver secure SAP Identity Management solutions, helping ensure the right people have the right access at the right time.
You’ll work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to implement security roles, segregation of duties controls, workflows, and governance frameworks that keep systems secure while enabling the business to operate effectively.
What you’ll be doing:
-Designing and implementing SAP security roles and authorisations in SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud
-Delivering Segregation of Duties (SoD) rules, security provisioning, workflows and business process controls
-Translating business requirements into security and authorisation designs
-Supporting the SAP Applications team by resolving incidents, reducing technical debt and delivering improvements
-Ensuring solutions meet information security and compliance standards
-Contributing to project delivery, planning and continuous improvement using latest SAP technologies
What we’re looking for:
-5+ years SAP S/4HANA experience, particularly in implementation
-Strong background in SAP Security & Authorisations
-Experience with SAP Fiori and HANA database security
-Knowledge of role-based access control, security governance and SAP access/process controls
-Experience delivering SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementations (or relevant certification/training)
-Comfortable working with stakeholders and producing clear technical documentation
This is an opportunity to work on modern SAP S/4HANA Cloud security architecture, helping shape secure ERP solutions while collaborating with a high-performing applications team.
You will need to be eligible for Security Clearance if successful
Job title: Enterprise Asset Management Support Consultant (Maximo) Location: Manchester office (Remote)
Role type: Contract
Duration: 6 months+ potential for extension or permanent
Position Summary:
Our client, a global Maximo – centric consulting organisation has identified a requirement for a support consultant to work with their UK team. The position entails provision of support to client representatives in respect of the Maximo product set with potential for involvement in Maximo project work and associated workstreams.
Tasks:
You will be joining our client’s team, directly engaging with customers for Level 2 & Level 3 support on their Maximo environment and integrations.
You will report to the UK Service Lead, covering a portfolio of customers within the United Kingdom
Direct (technical) communication with customers will be an important aspect of the work.
Occasional support for other clients in other regions of the world might be required
Where needed, you will assess and advise customers on their maturity growth in Asset Management and/or Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems
You will be asked to participate in Workgroup initiatives where, based on your specific expertise or interest, you will be asked to contribute to a variety of topics e.g. internal system automation & optimization, upgrades of internal tooling and so on.
Day-to-Day tasks:
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* You will work on service requests and incidents reported, ranging from mediocre to complex challenges
* You are expected to work both collaboratively as well as independently
* You will be responsible for securing quality of issue resolution and effectiveness of communication with the customer
* Participation in workgroups tasked to work on improvements and (technical) solutions
UK Security Clearance will be required to obtain access to customer systems, which is part of the UK portfolio. The client will support this application process.
Candidates should have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years to qualify as a baseline for this level of clearance.
What You Bring to The Team:
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* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or relevant training and /or experience
* 3 - 5-year experience with IBM Maximo in projects and/or support, preferably in multiple industries
* Experience implementing and integrating 3rd party applications
* Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. Java, Python, SQL) to translate requirements and configure systems
* Desirable: Appropriate Software accreditation in chosen discipline. E.g. IBM Maximo Certification or equivalent
* Desirable: Understand data replication technologies and the basic principles of software delivery technique
* Work independently executing honed organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-moving environment with moving timescales and strict deadlines
* Excellent communicator with a high standard of written communication, verbal, and reasoning skills
Outside IR35
Enterprise Architect - 6‑month Contract | Inside IR35
Hybrid | Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or London
My client, a leading telecoms company is looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to support a major digital transformation programme. This role requires someone who can operate at senior level, influence technology direction, and drive end‑to‑end architectural strategy across multiple domains.
✨ The Opportunity
You will act as the Enterprise Architecture authority across a key portfolio, shaping future‑state architecture, defining roadmaps, and ensuring alignment across business, product and delivery teams. You will collaborate with solution architects, engineering leads and senior business stakeholders to ensure architectural coherence and accelerate strategic delivery.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Define and own the end‑to‑end Enterprise Architecture across the assigned domain.
Develop target architectures, roadmaps, transition states and high‑level designs.
Provide architectural governance and assurance across multiple agile delivery squads.
Support solution architects on runway preparation, solution patterns and design alignment.
Drive architectural modernisation across cloud‑native, API‑first and microservices landscapes.
Represent architecture in senior forums, influencing technology decisions and investment direction.
Ensure designs meet non‑functional requirements including performance, security and cost efficiency.
Maintain and evolve domain capability models, ensuring alignment to enterprise frameworks.🧠 Essential Experience
Strong background as an Enterprise Architect
Experience shaping architecture for large‑scale digital transformation programmes.
Strong understanding of API‑driven integration, modern digital platforms, and cloud‑native delivery.
Ability to produce roadmaps, blueprints and enterprise‑level architectural strategy.
Excellent stakeholder management from engineering teams to C‑suite level.
Experience working within Agile / scaled Agile environments.✅ Desirable
Familiarity with TM Forum standards (Open APIs, SID model).
OSS/BSS
Experience across sales, service, order orchestration, assurance or network‑related domains.
TOGAF or equivalent certification. Please apply with your updated CV if the role is of interest
Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Lead – 6mths – SC - hybrid - £500pdy umbrella)
Our client is looking for an experienced Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Lead to be responsible for leading on the development of their communications and stakeholder management strategy and approach.
The role is hybrid with 2 days per week at either the London, Manchester or Bristol office.
The role is an SC cleared role, you will ideally hold current SC clearance.
You will be responsible for leading on engaging internal and external communications, including weekly and ad-hoc comms to departments, you will be able to manage this sensitively encouraging participation and mitigating concerns.
You will develop external facing communications and engagement products, working closely with the project team to enable you to respond to internal and external enquiries, maintain project FAQs, Lines To Take and Reactive Lines.
You will be expected to build close working relationships with central communications and press office colleagues, DSIT and Ministerial Private Office teams to enable this at pace
Experience required:
Extensive experience in leading communications and engagement for large scale digital transformation projects, with cross cutting supplier and stakeholder engagement involved.
Deep experience working closely with senior leadership at C-suite and/or ministerial level and be comfortable briefing upwards and at pace.
The ability to work at pace to deliver lines to take, briefings and correspondence responses to very tight timescales.
The ability to be a team player, being flexible to meet changing project requirements and supporting the wider team to ensure shared deadlines are met.
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Senior Service Designer - 6 months, Inside IR35 up to £480 a day
Milton Keynes / Hybrid working
Parity Group are delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who is looking to recruit a Senior Service Designer for a minimum 6-month period, this role will Hybrid working and based in Milton Keynes.
You will receive a daily rate of up to £480 a day and the contract will see you INSIDE IR35.
This role will lead the design of secure, scalable, and operationally robust services across a complex technology portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with architects, service owners, and delivery teams to ensure services are designed to meet user needs while aligning with enterprise architecture, operational support models, and government security standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the creation of end-to-end service designs across the full service lifecycle.
Produce clear and reusable service design artefacts including service blueprints, customer journeys, and design specifications.
Develop Service Design Packages (SDPs) to support transition into live operations.
Define service models including SLAs, OLAs, and underpinning support agreements.
Ensure services are secure, resilient, scalable, and cost-effective.
Work collaboratively with Service Owners, Product Owners, Architects, and delivery teams to translate requirements into operational service designs.
Participate in design governance and assurance reviews, presenting designs and incorporating feedback.
Identify design risks and ensure traceability throughout the service lifecycle.
Support operational readiness and service transition activities.
Contribute to continuous service improvement using performance insights and user feedback.Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience delivering end-to-end service design within complex IT environments.
Strong understanding of IT service lifecycle management and ITSM frameworks, such as ITIL Certification.
Experience producing Service Design Packages (SDPs) and operational service documentation.
Ability to translate business, technical, and operational requirements into practical service designs.
Experience collaborating with enterprise architecture teams and aligning with strategic technology objectives.
Experience facilitating co-design workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
Knowledge of UK government digital and security frameworks including standards from the Government Digital Service and National Cyber Security Centre.
Experience working with secure or air-gapped platforms within government or regulated environments.Desirable
Membership of a professional body such as BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT or Institution of Engineering and Technology.
Experience designing services within secure government environments
Awareness of AI technologies supporting operational efficiency.If this sounds like the role for you then do not hesitate to get in touch with me, Lynne Strang, for more information or simply click on the apply button.
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Data Analyst (SystmOne) - Inside IR35 - £300 per day - Part‑Time Location: Onsite 2 days per week (West Yorkshire) Rate: £250 - £300 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Interim (3 months)/ Contract Working Pattern: Part‑time (3 days), with a minimum of 2 days onsite Clearance: DBS required
Your New CompanyA respected Public Sector Organisation delivering vital community and healthcare‑related services is seeking interim data support to cover a key Data Analyst position. This organisation works closely with clinical teams, service delivery staff and external partners, and relies heavily on accurate, meaningful data to demonstrate impact, meet regulatory expectations, and ensure effective service provision.
Your New RoleAs a Data Analyst with experience in SystmOne, you will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's reporting, insight, and data quality needs. You will work across multiple data sources, with a strong emphasis on extracting and interpreting data from clinical systems.You will collaborate with operational teams, service managers and senior stakeholders to produce meaningful insights that support decision‑making, funding requirements, compliance, and internal reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Extract, clean and interpret data from a variety of sources, including SystmOne.
Develop, maintain and enhance organisational dashboards to support internal reporting.
Build and manage organisational datasets, ensuring accuracy, consistency and relevance.
Create automated solutions to streamline reporting and improve data processing efficiency.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and produce actionable insights.
Support the organisation's impact measurement and outcomes reporting to funders, boards and regulators.
Ensure all data handling complies with information governance, GDPR and safeguarding requirements.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Proven experience as a Data Analyst.
Hands‑on experience extracting data from SystmOne (essential).
Strong ability to interpret, manipulate and present complex datasets.
Experience creating dashboards (Power BI, Tableau or similar).
Confidence working with stakeholders at all levels, including non‑technical audiences.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
A valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undertake one).
What You'll Get in Return
£250- £300 per day Inside IR35.
Flexible part‑time work with 2 days onsite/1 day remote
3 months inital contract
Opportunity to support a meaningful organisation delivering impactful services.
A role with autonomy, influence and the chance to improve data‑driven decision‑making.
What you need to do now
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circa £300 per day
AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a P3M Specialist (Digital & IT strategy) for a contract due to run until the end of 2026, based in Derby (hybrid, 3 days per week in the office).
Purpose of the role:
The P3M Specialist will play a major role in the development of P3M (Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management) capability across Digital & IT. The P3M will be establishing and deploying standards both across different portfolios and also across the organisation; defining, implementing and embedding P3M standards.
What the P3M Specialist will do:
Define and maintain organisation‑wide delivery standards and frameworks.
Document and communicate clear guidance for teams across the portfolio.
Ensure consistent adoption of standards across all delivery functions.
Operate at both organisational and portfolio level.
Support delivery teams while focusing on broader practices and ways of working.
Integrate agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies into unified standards.
Promote and embed modern delivery practices, including DevOps toolsets.
Contribute to the development and ongoing operation of a Centre of Excellence.
Drive continuous improvement of delivery capability, frameworks and practices.The skills needed:
Experience defining and embedding delivery standards across an organisation.
Proven ability to work at portfolio or company/enterprise level, beyond single‑project delivery.
Strong understanding of both agile and waterfall methodologies.
Hands‑on experience with DevOps or similar modern delivery tools.
Ability to influence and drive change across multiple teams and functions.
Skilled in creating frameworks and ways of working.
Strong communication skills for clear documentation and stakeholder engagement.
Strategic mindset with the ability to think at project, programme and portfolio levels.Next steps
We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.
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We are looking for an organised, proactive and collaborative EU Reset Project Manager to join our central government client on a 6 month contract. You will play a key role in supporting successful delivery of the EU Reset Programme by bringing structure, governance and strong communication to a fast paced, high profile project environment.
In this role, you will:
Build and maintain detailed project plans using appropriate delivery methodologies.
Set and manage project controls, tracking progress against milestones.
Own RAID logs, dependency trackers and change control records.
Identify emerging risks and issues, providing analysis, recommendations and proactive escalation.
Ensure project management standards are applied consistently in line with EUDP PMO expectations.
Lead the creation of high quality project reporting that supports governance and effective decision-making.
Coordinate project assurance activity, including audits and gateway reviews.
Build and maintain strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, acting as a trusted source of project updates.
Support alignment across delivery teams, suppliers and internal functions.
Promote collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance within the team.
About You
We're looking for someone with strong organisational capability, good judgement, and the confidence to work across boundaries to keep delivery on track.
Essential Criteria
Working knowledge of project delivery methodologies and frameworks.
Must have worked within central government previously
Understanding of planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, risk/issue management, and quality management - or equivalent transferable skills.
Familiarity with governance, assurance, requirements management and change control.
Awareness of business case development, commercial and procurement processes, and asset allocation.
Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment with multiple priorities.
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, influence stakeholders and challenge constructively.
In return, you will receive the opportunity to support a major government department, working on a brand-new high priority programme. The possibility to work on a 6 month contract on a hybrid basis for the foreseeable paying up to £500 p/day (in scope of IR35). You can be based at any site across the country.
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£500 Per Day (inside IR35)
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
£450 Per Day, Inside IR35
6-Month Contract
Didcot, Oxfordshire
Your new company
We're supporting a nationally significant scientific research organisation recognised for delivering some of the most advanced and high-impact projects in the UK. Their digital platforms underpin cutting-edge experiments, secure collaboration and large scale data processing, and they rely on a modern, resilient infrastructure estate to keep these environments running safely and efficiently. As part of their ongoing investment in core services, they are seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to maintain, support and enhance their Microsoft 365, server, storage and authentication systems. This is a place where your technical expertise will directly contribute to work used across the UK science and innovation landscape.
Your new role
You'll take responsibility for the hands-on support and maintenance of both on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure. Most of your time will be spent supporting Microsoft 365 and Active Directory services, ensuring user access, directory health, security controls and core collaboration tools remain stable and well maintained. Alongside this, you'll manage servers and virtual environments, resolve issues within the estate, and ensure systems are configured, patched and performing reliably. You'll be the person teams turn to when complex IT problems arise, using your experience to troubleshoot effectively, diagnose root causes and deliver practical solutions that keep systems running smoothly. You'll maintain documentation, support certificate and authentication services, contribute to monitoring and BAU operations, and help enforce security and backup standards across the environment. Close collaboration with other technical teams will be key in ensuring that infrastructure services meet the needs of users across the organisation. This is a hands-on engineering role, ideal for someone who takes pride in stability, reliability and technical problem-solving within a busy, mission-critical environment.
What you'll need to succeed
You will bring strong, practical experience gained over several years working in IT infrastructure, with a solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and Active Directory in both on-premise and multi-tenant environments. You'll be comfortable supporting servers, virtualised platforms and cloud technologies, and you'll have the confidence to resolve complex issues relating to identity, authentication, performance and system reliability. Experience working with monitoring tools, backups, disaster recovery, and security processes will be highly beneficial, as will familiarity with certificates, load balancing or Linux systems. You'll be someone who communicates clearly, works well with others and thrives in environments where priorities shift quickly. Strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to manage your workload and the discipline to produce clear documentation will all be important. ITIL awareness and relevant Microsoft or infrastructure certifications are advantageous. The ability to work on-site in Didcot two days per week is essential.
What you'll get in return
You'll join a collaborative organisation where infrastructure plays a vital role in enabling groundbreaking scientific work. You'll have the opportunity to work with a varied and modern technology stack, contribute to meaningful improvements, and operate in an environment that values technical precision and strong engineering practice. Your knowledge will be respected, your work will be appreciated, and your contribution will support a mission with genuine national impact.
What you need to do now
If you're an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking for a senior contract where your skills will be put to meaningful use, get in touch today to discuss this opportunity further.
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£450 Per Day, Inside IR35
Enterprise Architect - Critical National Infrastructure, SaaS, Digital
Up to £725 per day (Inside IR35)
Hybrid (Primarily Remote)
6 months
My client is a high-profile consultancy who are seeking an exceptional Enterprise Architect / Lead Solutions Architect to support a large-scale Strategic Infrastructure Programme for an instantly recognisable end client.
Key Requirements:
Strong background as an Enterprise Architect / Lead Solutions Architect in complex, multi stakeholder programmes
Experience in Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), within the Energy / Utilities (or equivalent) sector(s)
Proven ability to drive Architectural discovery across capabilities, NFRs, integrations and data flows
Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience influencing senior audiences
Strong analytical and documentation skills with a proven ability to deliver at pace
Experience collaborating with security SMEs to ensure alignment with enterprise security controls
Ability to interpret vendor and organisational technology roadmaps to inform architectural direction
Flexibility towards hybrid working
Nice to have:
Ideally from a Software, SaaS or Digital Technology background
Prior involvement in Digital Transformation discovery phases or complex systems landscapes
Immediate availability
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Role: ESG Business / Systems Analyst
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.
Location: London, 2-3 days per week on site required
Duration: 12-month initial contract
Rate: £350.00 - £800.00 via umbrella
We are partnering with a leading financial services organisation seeking a Business Analyst to support the delivery of a new ESG and Risk data platform. This role will sit between business and technology teams, helping to shape how sustainability and risk data is captured, structured and delivered for regulatory reporting.
The position has a strong ESG focus, supporting initiatives linked to sustainability reporting, environmental data and evolving regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders across risk, sustainability, data governance and IT to ensure ESG data is accurately defined, integrated and governed within the organisation's data platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Gather and document business and technical requirements related to ESG and risk data.
Translate stakeholder needs into clear specifications and user stories for technology and data teams.
Support the design and implementation of an ESG-focused data platform.
Contribute to data modelling, data mapping and data lineage across ESG and risk datasets.
Work closely with data governance, architecture and engineering teams to ensure strong data quality and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Support testing, validation and delivery within Agile project environments.
Experience & Skills
Background in business analysis within financial services or regulated environments.
Understanding of ESG or sustainability reporting and environmental data.
Experience working with risk or regulatory data initiatives.
Knowledge of data platforms, data governance and data modelling principles.
Familiarity with tools such as SQL, JIRA, Confluence, Visio, and exposure to Azure-based data environments is beneficial.
Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered please click the "apply" button.
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Cyber Security Business Architect
Initial 6-month Contract Role
Fully Remote
£650 - £780, Inside IR35
We're recruiting for an experience Business Architect to support the development of Cyber Security operating models within a large enterprise environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and document business architecture for Cyber Security capabilities.
Create capability maps, capability models, and operating model views.
Map current and target-state value streams across cyber defence and vulnerability management.
Identify capability gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
Support the design of cyber target operating models and capability roadmaps.
Facilitate workshops and collaborate with cyber, technology, risk, and architecture stakeholders.
Produce architecture artefacts including capability maps, value stream diagrams, and operating model documentation.Required Experience:
Proven experience as a Business Architect or Enterprise Architect within financial services or global banking (essential)
Experience working across Cyber Security domains including Vulnerability Management, Cyber Defence, Security Operations, and Threat Management
Familiarity with business architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF)
Strong capability modelling and value stream mapping experience in complex organisations.
ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Platform Engineer
Rate: Up to £500/day (Inside IR35)
Location: Leeds - two days per week on-site
Duration: Initially 6 months
Clearance: BPSS required on commencement; SC clearance required within three months. Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance.
The Role
You will be part of a team operating and evolving a platform classified as Critical National Infrastructure, maintained to a high service level.
Day-to-day responsibilities include resolving high-priority incidents, implementing new features aligned to the product roadmap, reducing technical debt, and driving improvements to DevOps processes.
You will work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Technical Leads in an agile delivery environment.
Key Requirements
Strong Java development skills; Python experience also beneficial
Familiarity with identity and access management tooling, including PingDS and PingIDM
Experience with containerisation and orchestration: Docker and Kubernetes
Cloud infrastructure experience across AWS and/or Azure; Terraform for IaC
CI/CD pipeline experience, ideally Jenkins and/or GitHub Actions
Working knowledge of HAProxy, PostgreSQL, and/or Microsoft SQL Server
Experience with testing frameworks such as Gatling (Scala), Karate, or Playwright is advantageous
JOB DETAILS
- £546 PER DAY
- INSIDE IR35
- 1 DAY PER MONTH IN SWINDON
- 6-MONTHS CONTRACT
- IMMEDIATE START
SKILLS
- Extensive experience in PowerBI.
- Strong skills in Power Platform (Power Apps and Power Automate).
- Cloud experience in AWS.
- Excellent understanding of data pipelines.
- Experience working with SharePoint, GitHub and CI/CD workflows.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and integrate data pipelines within AWS ecosystems, including API Integrations, PowerBI gateways and Serverless workflows, (Lambda).
- Design and implement data solutions using storage and processing technologies, e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL, SharePoint, S3 or AWS RDS).
- Contribute to internal tools and platforms using full-stack technologies e.g. Angular, Node.js, Java or Python.
- Manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, GitLab or AWS CodePipeline.
- Integrate legacy, on-premise and cloud-native data sources into unified, scalable architectures.
What you need to do now
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£546 Per Day Inside IR35
SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Procurement Consultant
Rate: £675 a day
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Location: Nottingham
Working Pattern: Hybrid: 2 days per week on site Nottingham minimum rest hybrid
You will join a global IT Consultancy delivering digital transformation to a public sector body.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Procurement Consultant to support a SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation programme.
The role will focus on configuring procurement processes, supporting system integration testing, resolving defects, and ensuring that procurement functionality aligns with the approved solution design.
The consultant will work closely with solution architects, finance teams, integration specialists, and business stakeholders to ensure the Procure-to-Pay solution is built, tested, and ready for deployment.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Solution Configuration. Configure and refine S/4HANA Public Cloud Procurement (Source-to-Pay) functionality.
Support Build & Realisation Activities. Support the build and configuration of procurement processes within S/4HANA Public Cloud.
Testing & Defect Resolution. Support the execution of: System Integration Testing (SIT) User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Data & Master Data Validation. Support validation of procurement-related master data including: Supplier master data Purchasing organisations and groups Material master data
Stakeholder Collaboration. Work closely with procurement stakeholders and subject matter experts to validate system behaviour.
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer. Maintain configuration and process documentation.
Required Skills & Experience
. Hands-on experience configuring SAP S/4HANA Procurement (Source-to-Pay).
. Experience with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud procurement configuration.
. Experience supporting SAP S/4HANA implementation programmes in the Realise phase.
. Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes.
. Experience supporting System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing.
. Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology
Inside IR35
Role: Security Consultant
Location: London (Hybrid)
Duration: 3 Months with extensions up to 12 months
Day rate: £650 Inside IR35
Required skills & experience:
Specialist (Consultant) Design and delivery of security solutions.
Address identified threats and vulnerabilities
Ensure cyber security controls across all programmes
Work with security and technical specialists for solution quality
Coach cyber security staff from a technical SME perspective
Define security deliverables during early engagement
Align solutions with approved architectural patterns
Support and guide implementation
Validate solution as part of certification prior to go-live 4.
Nice to have Skills: Preferably a degree (or equivalent experience) in an Information Security-related discipline
About the Role
We are supporting a public‑sector organisation seeking an experienced Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Consultant to enhance and optimise their automation services. This is a remote‑based role requiring strong technical expertise in automation technologies, programming fundamentals, workflow design, and end‑to‑end bot lifecycle management.
You will work closely with technical and non‑technical stakeholders to analyse processes, design automation solutions, build and deploy bots, and ensure smooth ongoing performance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Programming & Technical Expertise
* Strong foundational programming skills (Python, Java, C#, .NET).
* Ability to write custom scripts and integrate bots with business systems.
* SQL/database skills for extracting, transforming, and analysing data.
* Experience with API integrations (REST/SOAP) and UI automation.
* Scripting capability using PowerShell, VBScript, or JavaScript.
2. RPA Platform Knowledge
* Hands‑on experience with major RPA platforms — ideally Blue Prism (others such as UiPath/Automation Anywhere beneficial).
* Ability to configure, optimise, debug, and troubleshoot RPA workflows.
* Understanding of low‑code building tools and backend logic for advanced operations.
3. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
* Process analysis, mapping and documentation.
* Ability to identify automation opportunities and evaluate feasibility.
* Strong diagnostic skills to resolve bot errors and exceptions.
* Logical decision‑making and building complex automation paths.
4. Business & Process Understanding
* Knowledge of Business Process Management (BPM), workflows, rules and exceptions.
* Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma or process‑mining practices is beneficial.
* Ability to translate business needs into effective automation logic.
5. Workflow & UX Design
* Experience mapping processes using UML, BPMN, decision tables and state diagrams.
* Understanding of good user‑experience principles for smooth adoption by non‑technical teams
Your Role
* ✔ Basic programming experience (Python, Java, C#)
* ✔ Proficiency with RPA tools (Blue Prism essential; UiPath/AA desirable)
* ✔ Strong SQL and database integration skills
* ✔ Workflow & UX design capability
* ✔ Background in BPM/process optimisation
* ✔ Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills
* ✔ Experience with APIs and UI automation
* ✔ End‑to‑end bot testing, deployment and maintenance experience
* ✔ Clear communication, teamwork and planning skills
* ✔ Relevant RPA or technical certifications
ASAP
Lead Network Architect - Networks - DC LAN Cisco
Location: London (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)
Duration: 12 months
Inside IR35 - Umbrella only
Active SC clearance required, eligible candidates will be considered
Our client, a reputable organisation supporting critical national infrastructure, is hiring for a Lead Network Architect to join a high-profile project. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape enterprise and data centre network architecture within a dynamic environment.
What you'll be doing:
Lead the design and implementation of enterprise and data centre network architectures, ensuring alignment with security, services, and business needs.
Provide comprehensive network solutions, including logical and physical designs, security, and integration with broader IT systems.
Ensure architectural governance and compliance, working closely with peer lead architects and reporting to the Chief Architect.
Collaborate with multi-supplier eco-systems, including IBM-led teams, to deliver Green IT Infrastructure solutions.
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and external partners.
Apply your expertise within the UK Public Sector and critical national infrastructure, including emergency services and communication systems.What you'll bring:
Proven experience in enterprise and data centre network architecture, with strong knowledge of Cisco technologies.
Deep understanding of Green IT Infrastructure design and implementation.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide technical teams and stakeholders effectively.
Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences.
Experience working within the UK Public Sector and critical national infrastructure environments.
Knowledge of security, services, processes, and systems integration.
Familiarity with communication/telco systems and working within eco-systems involving multiple suppliers.
UK national with a minimum of five years of unbroken residency.Essential skills:
Architectural governance and enterprise network design
Cisco networking expertise
Green IT Infrastructure standards and technologies
Experience with critical national infrastructure and emergency services systems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
This is a fantastic chance to contribute to vital national projects with a forward-thinking organisation. If you meet the criteria and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today
Job title: Product Manager - Customer App
Contract: 6 Months
Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite; X2 days remote)
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Product Manager with strong app experience to support the ongoing development and optimisation of a large-scale customer-facing retail app used by millions of users.
Working within a Digital Product team, you will partner closely with engineering, design, and business stakeholders to deliver new features, enhancements, and improvements across the app. You will play a key role in shaping product initiatives, prioritising delivery, and ensuring high-quality digital experiences for customers.
This is a hands-on contract role suited to a Product Manager who can quickly embed into an established team, take ownership of product initiatives, and deliver value in a fast-paced environment.
⚠️ Please note: Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' Product Manager experience working on a customer-facing app. Experience within retail or consumer digital products is highly desirable.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing product initiatives across a customer-facing app
Working closely with engineering teams, designers, and stakeholders to deliver new features and product improvements
Defining product requirements and prioritising work within Agile delivery teams
Translating customer and business needs into clear product outcomes
Managing product backlogs, roadmap priorities, and feature delivery
Supporting the evolution of digital loyalty and customer engagement features
Improving digital customer journeys across key retail experiences
Monitoring product performance and identifying opportunities for optimisation
Key Product Areas
You will support product initiatives across several areas of the app, including:
Food Retail Experience
Enhancing digital experiences connected to food services and improving customer journeys.
Loyalty & Customer Engagement
Driving improvements to the digital loyalty experience and increasing customer engagement.
Fashion & Beauty Digital Experience
Supporting the development of fashion and beauty journeys within the app.
What We're Looking For
Required
Minimum 3 years' Product Manager experience delivering customer-facing mobile apps
Experience working closely with engineering and design teams
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience delivering products within Agile environments
Ability to work autonomously and deliver quickly within contract roles
Desirable
Experience working within retail or eCommerce
Experience with high-traffic consumer apps
Exposure to loyalty platforms or digital engagement products
We are currently recruiting for an IT/EPOS Staging Engineer in Wakefield on 2 month contract, likely to extend
The roles involve the staging of EPOS equipment and SCOs (Self-Checkout Systems), ensuring that all equipment is properly configured, tested, and ready for deployment.
Key Responsibilities:
Stage, configure, and test EPOS systems and SCOs to ensure they meet operational requirements
Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to staging or hardware setup
Adhere to health and safety procedures and best practices during all work
Requirements:
Proven experience in staging, configuring, and testing EPOS equipment and SCOs
IT/EPOS experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Contract Details:
Start date: ASAP
Location: Wakefield
Rate: £145 per day (Outside IR35)
Monday- Friday day work
The above rates are the umbrella company / Ltd company rates
IT Security Operations Engineer - London (4 days onsite / 1 day WFH)
Up to £600 p/d (outside IR35)
A leading construction engineering business is seeking an SecOps Engineer to their team. They are a well-established business about to enter considerable operational change making it an exciting time to join and be a part of their journey.
This role carries responsibility for ensuring collaboration between Information Security and the IT Ops team, you'll ensure the implementation of technical security controls supporting risk mitigation and contributing to the continual improvement of the business's security composure.
Responsibilities:
Provide expertise on application, network and infrastructure security
Monitor security solutions including SIEM, threat detection and data security, endpoint protection, network analytics for alerts
Provide documentation for technical standards to meet corporate security policies/industry best practice
Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture and apply appropriate remediation
Ensure appropriate technical measures are in place to comply with regulations/legislations
Conduct vulnerability scanning, analysis and remediation
Patch management
Identify root cause of security issues and design appropriate solutions
Required Experience:
Prior experience working within the security industry, with a strong background in M365 infrastructure.
Experience of working with SIEM tools
Exposure to email security tools (Sophos, O365 etc)
Excellent patch management skills (Intune SCCM, MECM Endpoint Manager and WSUS)
Experience with vulnerability scanning and management (Insight VM)
Experience with Endpoint Security
Exposure to Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure etc.)
Excellent networking skills (TCP/IP, SMB, DNS, DHCP etc)