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Technical Business Analyst – Financial Services – Inside IR35 – Immediate Start
Location: Hybrid (2 days per week on-site (Location TBA)
Contract: 6 months initially (Inside IR35)
Rate: Competitive day rate
Start: Immediate
We’re working with a leading financial institution embarking on a major transformation to build and implement their own proprietary platform. As part of this initiative, they are moving a number of critical business and technical workloads from legacy systems to a new, scalable environment.
They are looking for a strong Technical Business Analyst to join the project team and play a key role in shaping and delivering this change.
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with Product, Technology, and Business stakeholders to capture, analyse, and document requirements for the new platform.
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Support the migration of multiple workloads and applications from existing systems to the new environment.
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Work closely with architects, engineers, and developers to ensure technical requirements are accurately translated into delivery outcomes.
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Map and analyse current and target processes, identifying gaps, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
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Facilitate workshops, clarify business logic, and define data, integration, and workflow requirements.
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Contribute to testing and validation to ensure solutions meet agreed acceptance criteria.
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst within complex, large-scale financial services environments.
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Strong understanding of platform development, systems integration, and data flows.
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Experience supporting application or workload migration projects.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Agile delivery experience desirable.
Why Apply?
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Join a major financial institution at a pivotal stage of digital transformation.
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Work alongside experienced engineers, product owners, and programme leads.
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Hybrid model with two days a week on-site.
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Immediate start available for the right individual.
Interested?
If you’re a proactive, delivery-focused Business Analyst with a strong technical grounding, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration

Automation Tester – DV – 12 months – hybrid - £700-£750pday inside IR35)

Our client is looking for an experienced Automation tester for a 12 month contract. The role is inside IR35 and offering up to £(Apply online only) per day.

Our client is based London, Leicester or Winchester and due to the classified nature of this role, it will require the majority of 5 days per week onsite at your preferred location.

This role is working in a Security Cleared environment.

You will need to be DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake DV Security Clearance.

Essential Skills required:

• Test Automation

• Test Strategy

• Functional & Non-Functional Testing

• Performance Testing

• Java, Apache-NiFi

• Cypress

Please apply with your updated CV

I'm currently seeking a hands-on Senior Network Engineer on a contract basis for my client to deliver critical network transformation projects across our hybrid (on-premises and cloud) environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in network architecture, operations, and cybersecurity best practices, with a strong focus on execution and delivery.
Engagement Scope:
* Deliver a network refresh (firewall, switches, and routers) across both office and Birmingham data centre.
* Assist the DevOps team in establishing connectivity to a major critical infrastructure services provider via a dedicated MPLS circuit.
* Lead the design and implementation of a network segmentation project in AWS, separating production and non-production environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco and Palo Alto on-premises environments, and Azure/AWS cloud platforms.
* Lead deployment and optimisation of SD-WAN and SASE/SSE technologies (e.g., Netskope, Zscaler, Cisco Umbrella).
* Manage and maintain secure network architectures including firewalls, VPNs, switching, routing, and load balancing (HAProxy).
* Monitor, analyse, and optimise network performance and security posture.
* Implement security policies aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS frameworks.
* Produce detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and troubleshooting.
* Collaborate with global cloud, security, and infrastructure teams for consistent, secure operations.
* Support incident response, root cause analysis, and ongoing improvements.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Extensive experience executing network refresh projects.
* Strong expertise with Cisco, Palo Alto, HAProxy, and Azure networking.
* Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs, firewall policies, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
* Proven track record with SD-WAN deployments.
* Practical knowledge of SSE/SASE platforms (e.g., Netskope, Zscaler, Prisma Access).
* Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking (VPC/VNet, transit gateways, peering, VPNs).
* Proficiency with monitoring and troubleshooting tools (NetFlow, Wireshark, CloudWatch, Grafana).
* Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Certifications:
* Cisco: CCNP, CCIE
* AWS: Advanced Networking, Solutions Architect
* Microsoft: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert
* Palo Alto: PCNSA, PCNSE
* Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform).
* Experience in regulated or enterprise-scale environments.
If you have the technical depth, project delivery skills, and hands-on experience to deliver on critical infrastructure objectives I would love to hear from you

Cryptography Infrastructure Engineer

We are looking for a Cryptography Infrastructure Engineer to join a financial services client based in Sheffield. There will be a requirement to be in the office once every two-weeks. The contract is also inside IR35.

The Role

The objective will be to support the Cryptography team who are responsible for protecting the identity, confidentiality and authenticity of trillions of dollars of transactions globally.

We are looking for an SME in cyber security and cryptography who can help improve their HSM observability for their entire encryption estate. The existing HSM observability is ready to be taken to the next level, improving its resilience, increased monitoring capabilities and faster alerting.

We specifically require someone with expertise in either Thales Luna, nShield or payShield HSMs.

Key Responsibilities:

* Be part of a team that implements a new monitoring and alerting solution based upon Splunk

* Have specific knowledge about Entrust nShield HSMs, payShield HSMs or Luna HSMs, and pulling relevant data from the device (via SNMP)

* Closely collaborate with team members – as SME for HSMs, but also other HSMs.

* Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirement details.

* Write a design and test specification for your responsibility in the observability project

* Contribute to documentation of the project

* Help define the roadmap for continual improvements in the management of cryptographic services

* Flag potential issues timely, think outside the box and be creative in finding solutions.

Experienced required:

* Good knowledge about HSMs, specifically Entrust nShield, payShield and/or Luna.

* Understand how monitoring for HSMs work with expertise in the technologies such as SNMP

* Stakeholder management skills, with experience of understanding and meeting the needs of multiple stakeholders

* Knowing what it means to be part of a team, not only being a team player. Contribute to discussions, allow others to speak.

* Innovative mindset, we are doing something completely new, inhouse. This requires to speak up when it comes to innovations / new ideas.

* Understanding of cybersecurity principles, global financial services business models, as well as regional compliance standards, relevant local regulations, and applicable laws

* Knowledge of cryptographic modules and solutions, e.g. TPMs,

* Good understanding on IT Infrastructure technical platforms / technologies

* Understanding of SSH/SSL functionality and usage

* Experience interfacing with technology teams to bring lab concepts to market within an organization and building effective operational models to ensure capabilities are able to be fully utilized and grow to meet the needs of the team

* Understanding and knowledge of common industry cyber security frameworks, standards and methodologies, including; OWASP, ISO2700x series, PCI DSS, GLBA, GDPR, Global data security and privacy acts, FFIEC guidelines, CIS and NIST standards.

* Windows and Linux Servers administration

* Strong Documentation skills

More details available on successful application

We are recruiting for Data Centre Engineers for a long term contract for a leading IT provider based on site in Dublin. We are looking for a team of engineers for a short term cabling project so we are looking for people with similar experience in a DC environment

Job title: Maximo Consultant
Duration: 6 months +
Rate: £4-500 per day (outside IR35)
Location: home based
Our client, a highly successful Maximo consulting and IBM partner organisation, has identified a need for a Maximo Consultant on a contract basis.
Candidates should have in depth knowledge of Maximo in a consulting context including:
* Project leadership
* Running workshops for system design and process engineering
* Configuration and customisation of Maximo using workflows, system configuration, best practice and customisation.
* Strong system documentation skills
* Provision of technical leadership throughout the entire project lifecycle (from sales through to postimplementation).
* Working productively with project management to monitor risk and execute planning
* Support the Business Development in responding to client requests
* Generally, supporting team members
While the initial work is likely to be UK based/remote, there is a possibility of up to 30% travel is expected within EMEA in the future

Role: Cloud Engineer - ELK specialist
Length: 6-12 month contract
Location: Scotland (Edinburgh/Glasgow), 2 days on site per week
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Pay Rate: £525 - £550 per day

One of my clients are looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer  to join their team on a contract basis, this will be on a 12 month contract. They are looking for someone who is willing to be on site 2 days per week minimum in Scotland, either at their Edinburgh or Glasgow site.

Key Requirements

Professional experience in the design, maintenance and management of Elastic stacks
(Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
Experience of configuring and maintaining large Elastic clusters
Experience working with large data sets and elastic indexing best practices.
Good understanding on Visualisation components and techniques in Elasticsearch.
Proven experience in performance management and tuning of Elasticsearch environment.
Strong experience in writing data ingestion pipelines using Logstash and other big
data technologies.
Are you interested in this position? If so, then please respond with your CV and I will be in touch ASAP

Scrum Master with enhanced DV required for a 6 month contract based in London

Contract opportunity for a Scrum Master with eDV
London based Consultancy
Must hold enhanced DV Clearance What our client is looking for

Scrum Master for a boutique Consultancy based in London and they are looking for looking for the best talent to join them to help drive quality for their Clients. Due to the nature of the work you must hold enhanced DV Clearance.

WHAT WILL THE SCRUM MASTER BE DOING?

You will be leading an Agile team and be responsible for a suite of software applications. You will be helping the team work in the most efficient manner to provide maximum value for the customer.

WE NEED THE SCRUM MASTER TO HAVE:-

Enhanced DV Security Clearance
Experience working with Product Owners and development teams
The ability to guide and coach Scrum teams on how to use best Agile & Scrum practises
The ability to drive the Agile execution of the project
The drive to sustain continued improvement
Ability to assist with internal and external communication
Develop a high performing team
Background in software development/leading software teams
Implement new & efficient ways of working
Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003

Customer Service Advisor (Temporary)

📍 Location: Oxted
💰 Pay: £12.62 per hour
🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday – 8.30am - 5pm
🗓️ Start Date: ASAP (for up to 3 months initially)

Are you immediately available and looking to step into a busy, customer-focused environment?
We’re seeking an enthusiastic Customer Service Advisor to join a friendly and dedicated team on a temporary basis, providing essential support during a busy period.

The Role:

In this fast-paced position, you’ll be the first point of contact for customers — handling a high volume of incoming calls and emails, providing accurate information, and ensuring every enquiry is dealt with promptly and professionally.

Your day-to-day will include:

* Responding to customer queries and resolving them at first contact wherever possible

* Escalating more complex issues to the senior team

* Providing accurate information and guidance in a calm and professional manner

* Logging and updating all correspondence accurately

Full training will be provided on systems and procedures, so confidence in learning new processes is key.

About You:

You’ll be joining a small but busy customer service team where teamwork, accuracy, and professionalism are essential. We’re looking for someone who is confident, adaptable, and genuinely enjoys helping people.

Key Skills & Experience:

* Previous customer service experience (phone-based preferred).

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

* Able to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

* Confident using MS Office and computerised systems.

* Proactive, flexible, and able to work independently.

* Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

* Understanding of data protection principles.

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Data Architect - Contract

We are seeking a skilled Data Architect to lead the design, development, and oversight of our enterprise-wide data infrastructure. This role plays a key part in defining our data strategy and ensuring high standards of data quality, accessibility, and security across multiple systems and platforms. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong expertise in modern data architectures and data governance practices.

Required Skills and Experience:

Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a similar senior data-focused role.
Extensive experience with various data modelling techniques and tools.
Deep understanding of different data storage solutions (e.g., relational, NoSQL, data lakes) and their appropriate use cases.
Strong knowledge of data integration patterns, ETL/ELT processes, and data pipeline orchestration.
Experience with AWS data platforms and their respective data services.
Solid understanding of data governance principles, including data quality, metadata management, and access control.
Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and distributed computing.Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java)

6 Month Contract

Inside IR35

Immediately available

London up to 2 times a month in the office

Please send CV's to (url removed) if you meet these requirements

Job title: Tester

Location: Leeds/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)

Rate: £400 per day

Contract: 10 months+

SC security clearance is required for this role

Role Description
I am looking for a tester for a client of mine who are a leading IT systems integrator operating in the Uk public sector. You will join current their test team to support CIS1, CIS2, & DSS. This also includes being part of the Cyber resilience that is happening within IAM.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Strong capability to identify security gaps across systems and processes.
Experience creating and applying risk models.
Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive cyber security test strategy.
Strong understanding of Azure security risks, especially related to Azure Storage.
Knowledge of immutable backups and secure data retention strategies.
Experience with disaster recovery planning, including full restore testing.
Expertise in multi-factor authentication (MFA) setup and testing.
Vulnerability management - scanning, prioritization, remediation validation.
Ability to design and interpret security dashboards for monitoring and reporting
Awareness of system throttling and its security implications.
Ideally comfortable upskilling the rest of the team so we can cover basic Cybersecurity testing Required Experience:

Previous experience with manual testing (systems, APIs, and applications)
Languages: JavaScript and Python
Tools: Confluence, Jenkins, Jira, Splunk Desired Industry and Competencies

Knowledge of authentication mechanisms (OAuth, SAML, JWT, etc.).
Experience working in healthcare If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to reply to this advert or call me on (phone number removed)

HRIS Analyst – SuccessFactors

Initial 6-Month FTC

Location: Uxbridge

Exclusive Partnership: The Advocate Group x Monster Energy

Monster Energy is a global powerhouse, an $8 billion brand sold in more than 140 countries, driving growth across 45+ EMEA markets. With its bold identity, relentless innovation, and global reach, Monster has become one of the most recognisable and fastest-growing drinks brands in the world.

Now, Monster Energy is looking for an HRIS Analyst to join their high-performing team in Uxbridge. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role within a dynamic global organisation that thrives on energy, collaboration, and impact.

The Role

As HRIS Analyst, you’ll take ownership of maintaining, optimising, and enhancing Monster Energy’s HR systems across EMEA. You’ll act as the bridge between HR, IT, and global teams, ensuring data accuracy, developing insightful reports, and continuously improving processes that drive smarter people decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain HRIS data with accuracy and compliance.
Design and deliver reports, dashboards, and audits to support HR and business leaders.
Support configuration, upgrades, and system enhancements across SuccessFactors.
Partner with HR teams and vendors to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
Provide training and support for HR users across multiple regions.
Lead process improvement initiatives that elevate system efficiency and user experience.
Ensure adherence to GDPR, UK Data Privacy, and internal audit standards.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience with SAP SuccessFactors (UKG experience advantageous).
Strong data and reporting skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Deep understanding of HR processes (Recruitment, Onboarding, Core HR, Talent, Performance, Compensation).
Knowledge of GDPR and HR data privacy regulations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
EMEA or international HRIS experience is highly desirable.

Why Join Monster Energy?

This is more than a systems role, it’s a chance to influence and shape HR technology across one of the world’s most exciting consumer brands. You’ll join a passionate, forward-thinking team that values innovation and empowers you to make a meaningful impact across EMEA.

Interested?

To learn more or apply, contact Ellis Mullaney at The Advocate Group, the exclusive recruitment partner for Monster Energy

Security Architect
Newport, South Wales (4 days onsite / Fridays remote)
6 month contract (strong potential for extension)
Rate: Negotiable (DOE)

ACTIVE SC Clearance is requiredAbout the Role

A major defence organisation is seeking a Security Architect (Cyber) to play a key role in shaping, developing, and maintaining secure system architectures across mission-critical MOD programmes.
You’ll ensure all solutions align with defence and national security standards, working closely with internal engineering teams, MOD stakeholders, and security authorities to uphold the highest standards of cyber assurance.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop secure architectures for MOD platforms, systems, and networks.
Align solutions with frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, JSP 440, DEF STAN 05-138, and NCSC guidance.
Produce and maintain documentation: Security Architecture Documents, Risk Assessments, and Security Management Plans.
Lead and support design reviews and assurance gates.
Liaise with MOD, NCSC, and Information Assurance teams to support accreditation and assurance.
Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security from concept through to delivery.
Keep up to date with evolving threats and recommend effective mitigations.Essential Skills & Experience

Minimum 6 years’ experience in cyber security architecture within Defence, Aerospace, or Critical National Infrastructure.
Strong understanding of MOD security frameworks (JSP 440, JSP 604, DEF STANs).
Proven background in Secure by Design and security compliance (ISO 27001, CE/CE+).
Experience producing security artefacts for MOD assurance.
Working knowledge of risk management frameworks (HMG IS1/IS2, NIST RMF).
Excellent communication skills – confident engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Must hold ACTIVE SC Clearance – applicants without current clearance cannot be considered.Preferred Certifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
SABSA, TOGAF, or equivalent architecture certificationsIf you are interested and keen to find out more, please apply with your updated CV and reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 79356

Software Engineer - AI/ML | Leading Pharma Client | 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)

My client, a global pharmaceutical leader, is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions aimed at transforming healthcare. This is a 6-month contract, inside IR35, offering hybrid working (3 days onsite).

Key Responsibilities

Develop robust backend systems for Python-based web applications
Integrate AI/ML components with data, infrastructure, and frontend systems
Deliver high-quality, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code
Monitor and enhance performance of tools and services
Collaborate across technical teams to build end-to-end data pipelinesEssential Skills

Proven experience in Python backend development (e.g. FastAPI)
Strong cloud-native development skills, ideally with Google Cloud
Familiarity with DevOps practices, automated testing (e.g. pytest), and agile methodologies
Passion for healthcare innovation and continuous learning
Bonus: Background in biological sciences or pharmaceutical industryPreferred Skills

Experience with Docker and multi-container architectures
Exposure to scientific datasets (e.g. genomics, proteomics)
Familiarity with AI/ML deployment, especially NLP tools (LangGraph, AutoGen)
Understanding of AI/ML evaluation and iterative improvement
Some experience with frontend development (e.g. React)

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please apply with your updated CV

Portfolio Officer

Location: London (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Months (Initially)
Daily Rate: £200
Inside IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella)

The Role

As a Portfolio Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of strategic change programmes and portfolios across the University. You will be responsible for analysing data, engaging with stakeholders, and providing actionable insights to ensure that projects are effectively aligned with University's strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and prioritise new project demands, ensuring alignment with University objectives and strategic priorities.
Maintain a comprehensive business roadmap to coordinate resource planning and project timelines.
Develop, maintain, and present portfolio dashboards and reports (using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel) to provide evidence-based insights into performance, risks, benefits realisation, and resource allocation.
Support project teams in governance, delivery assurance, and adoption of best practices.
Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure visibility of business plans, priorities, and resource requirements.
Identify and help develop strategies to address resource gaps, risks, and interdependencies across the project portfolio.About You

You will bring:

Proven experience in programme and/or portfolio management, ideally within a complex organisational setting.
Strong analytical and data management skills, with experience in developing performance and portfolio reports.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
A sound understanding of portfolio management frameworks (e.g., Axelos' Management of Portfolios - MoP) and project management methodologies (e.g., APMP, PRINCE2).
A proactive, collaborative approach aligned with values: Open, Courageous, and Inventive.Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience in higher education or a similar large, matrixed organisation.
Proficiency in data visualisation and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel).
Knowledge of resource planning and benefits management principles

Service Desk Analyst
Peterborough - Hybrid after training is completed (4-6 weeks)
6-month contract (regularly extend)
37.5 hours per week - overtime available

£15.18 per hour (Paid Weekly)

Rotating shift:

Morning 08.00 - 16.30 1 hr break

Late Morning 10.30 - 19.00 1 hr break

Weekend work is required on a rotational basis.

Working as part of a project-based team, you will be responsible for resolving technical IT related issues at 1st and 2nd line level, along with getting involved with more hands on tasks, such as desktop builds.

Key Skills:

1st line support experience
Previous IT Service Desk experience (or similar)
Strong Windows and Google skills
Strong communication skills
Supporting international internal users

Full training and support offered as well as progression opportunities

Inside IR35
Clearance: Active and transferrable SC clearance required

We are seeking an experienced Lead Product Manager to join a high-profile public sector programme. This role will involve shaping product strategy, driving delivery across multiple workstreams, and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Define and own the product vision and roadmap for complex digital services.
Lead and mentor product teams, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery.
Engage with senior stakeholders to influence strategy and secure alignment.
Ensure compliance with GDS standards and user-centred design principles.
Drive measurable outcomes and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Lead Product Manager in large-scale digital programmes.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills at senior levels.
Deep understanding of agile delivery and product management frameworks.
Experience of GDS standards and user-centred design (UCD). (ESSENTIAL)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver at pace.If this role sounds like an excellent fit, Apply now!

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Inside IR35
Clearance: Active and transferrable SC clearance required

We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to join a public sector programme focused on delivering user-centred digital services. This role will involve managing product delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the product roadmap and prioritise features based on user needs and business goals.
Work closely with delivery teams to ensure timely and high-quality outputs.
Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and manage expectations.
Apply GDS standards and user-centred design principles throughout the product lifecycle.
Monitor performance and iterate based on data-driven insights.

Skills & Experience

Strong experience as a Product Manager in digital service delivery.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Solid understanding of agile methodologies and product management practices.
Experience with GDS standards and user-centred design. (ESSENTIAL)
Ability to work independently and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.If this role seems like a great fit for you, Apply now!

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IT Project Manager - MES Manufacturing Systems (12-Month Contract)

Location: Hybrid / Towcester, Northamptonshire
Rate: £400-£440 per day - Inside IR35
Duration: 12 months
Start: 1st September

We're looking for a mid-level MES/IT Project Manager to take the reins on a Manufacturing IT system upgrade for a major site in Towcester. You will be part of the overall Project team for the transition from OpenVMS to Red Hat Linux, working closely with the system vendor PM and coordinating a small onsite team.

This role is all about keeping things on track: timelines, people, vendor deliverables, and successful UAT. It's a hands-on role where technical understanding, stakeholder wrangling, and project discipline are key.

Key Responsibilities

Own the full project lifecycle for the IT infrastructure upgrade (OpenVMS → Red Hat Linux).
Lead and coordinate a team of 4-5 onsite technical staff - hold them accountable and keep them aligned.
Act as the main point of contact with vendor PM
Define and drive project milestones, delivery plans, and documentation.
Manage risk, issue tracking, and resolution.
Deliver User Acceptance Testing (UAT) planning, coordination, and sign-off.
Communicate progress, blockers, and dependencies clearly to stakeholders.

Essential Experience

Proven experience managing IT infrastructure/system upgrade projects - in an MES Environment
Strong knowledge of legacy system migrations, particularly OpenVMS and Red Hat Linux (you don't need to be hands-on, but you should understand the landscape).
Experience working with third-party vendors and holding them to SLAs/deliverables.
Comfortable managing small on-site teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience delivering UAT planning and execution.
Excellent communication and planning skills - you keep everyone on the same page.

Nice to Have

Background in manufacturing, semiconductors, or industrial IT environments.
Knowledge of OpenVMS architecture or system constraints.
Exposure to automation or MES systems

Salesforce ServiceMax Developer | £300 - £400 | Outside IR35 | 12 Months | Remote

We’re recruiting an experienced Salesforce and ServiceMax Developer to support our client on a contract basis. This 12-month contract is determined as Outside IR35 and offers a daily rate of £300 - £400 per day. This role can be completed on a fully remote basis.
 
Key Requirements

Strong experience in previous roles as a Salesforce Developer.
Proven experience as a Salesforce Developer with strong proficiency in Apex, Visualforce, triggers, classes, and Data Loader.
Hands-on experience with ServiceMax, including Service Flow Manager (SFM) and ServiceMax Go (iOS/Windows).
Solid understanding of the Salesforce ecosystem, including Sales Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Field Service.What to do next
If this Salesforce and ServiceMax Developer role sounds like a good fit, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and I’ll be in touch.
 
Salesforce ServiceMax Developer | £300 - £400 | Outside IR35 | 12 Months | Remote

Location: Corsham (3 days per week onsite, 2 remote), moving to 1 x week after 3 months
Duration: 12 months + chance for further extension
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35)
Start: ASAP

PMO Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced PMO professional to support a major E-SIAM transformation programme within a secure IT Service Management environment. This role sits at the intersection of P3M governance, Service Integration and Management (SIAM), and complex transformational change, ensuring that business intent drives delivery across a multifaceted programme landscape.

The successful candidate will bring structure, clarity, and confidence to stakeholders — enabling informed decisions and effective delivery — while ensuring that P3M tools and disciplines serve the overarching business outcomes, not the other way around.

PMO Key Responsibilities

Programme Reporting:
Develop and maintain reporting across the OSM E-SIAM Programme, including ground-up progress views using existing templates.
Produce POL (Project Online) highlight reports, Programme Board packs, Governance Board submissions, and updates for the EPMO.
RAIDO Management:
Own and manage the RAIDO log, leveraging Active Risk Manager (ARM) and other enterprise tools to ensure risks, assumptions, issues, dependencies, and opportunities are actively tracked and managed.
Scheduling & Planning:
Maintain and integrate programme and project schedules using Microsoft Project Online (POL) to ensure accuracy and visibility of dependencies and milestones.
Governance & Meeting Support:
Facilitate PMO and governance meetings, capturing and managing Actions, RODs (Risks, Opportunities, Decisions), and follow-up outputs.
PMO Essential Experience

Proven experience in PMO delivery within complex IT or transformation programmes.
Strong background in IT Service Management (ITSM) and/or Service Integration and Management (SIAM).
Demonstrable knowledge of P3M frameworks (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, MoP).
Advanced user of Microsoft Project Online and Active Risk Manager (ARM).
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
Current and valid Security Clearance (SC) is mandatory.
If this role is of interest, please apply now

Service Delivery Manager - Life & Pensions, Insurance

£Market Rate (Outside IR35)

Primarily Remote

6 Weeks

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Key Requirements

Proven experience as a Service Delivery Manager, ideally within Insurance
Prior Life & Pensions experience
Flexibility to get to office

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Project Manager (Process Improvement & EDMS Implementation) – 6-Month Hybrid Contract

Location: London, Edinburgh, or Durham (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
Duration: 6 months
Day Rate: £500–£550 per day (Inside IR35)
Reports to: Business Improvement Portfolio Manager
Directorate: CFO / Business Improvement

Role Overview

This hybrid Project Manager role sits within a central Business Improvement function and will lead delivery across two strategically important initiatives:

Process Improvement & Value Optimisation Workstream (c.3 days per week) – Driving behavioural, process, and reporting enhancements across operational and support teams.

Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) Implementation (c.2 days per week) – Managing the reduced-scope implementation for the Legal function, ensuring delivery of a compliant, efficient, and integrated document management platform.

The successful candidate will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, maintain strong governance and communication, and ensure both projects deliver to time, cost, and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Value Optimisation (c.3 days/week)

Lead project planning, delivery, and governance activities, maintaining RAID logs, milestones, and actions.

Manage stakeholder engagement across Procurement, Change, Process, and Legal functions.

Prepare and present updates for Steering Committees and senior management.

Support completion of governance documentation and progress reports.

Facilitate workshops, 1:1 sessions, and post-implementation reviews.

Track benefits and adoption metrics; escalate risks and dependencies as appropriate.

Ensure consistent governance and alignment across related workstreams.

EDMS Legal Solution Implementation (c.2 days/week)

Coordinate project planning, testing, and implementation in partnership with IT, Legal, and external vendors.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, test schedules, and deployment timelines.

Ensure the solution meets statutory, compliance, and document-retention requirements.

Oversee integration with existing digital systems and business processes.

Lead change impact assessments, training plans, and user adoption activities.

Manage post-implementation hypercare, lessons learned, and benefits tracking.

Report progress, KPIs, and outcomes to the Business Improvement Portfolio Manager and Change Board.

Key Relationships

Business Improvement Portfolio Manager

Programme Leads and IT Project Managers

Legal and Compliance teams

Procurement and Operational Leaders

External solution vendors

Candidate Profile

Experience & Knowledge

Proven experience managing cross-functional change or technology-enabled projects.

Strong track record of stakeholder management and benefits realisation.

Experience delivering document management or legal system implementations.

Comfortable managing multiple projects within a matrix environment.

Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Value Stream Mapping) advantageous.

Technical Skills

Recognised Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMP, AgilePM).

Strong planning, governance, and facilitation skills.

Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Project, Visio, PowerPoint).

Excellent communication and presentation skills – able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.

Values & Behaviours

Collaborative and delivery-focused, with a strong sense of accountability.

Skilled at navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and balancing competing priorities.

Committed to transparency, inclusion, and measurable results

Senior Dynamics 365 Architect

Fully Remote within Europe

Long Term Contracting Role

Very competitive daily rates

We’re looking for a seasoned Dynamics 365 Architect to lead an end to end delivery for a large-scale, complex CRM environment.

You’ll assess an enterprise-grade D365 platform with extensive customisation and integrations.  Your duties will include simplification, performance improvement and long-term sustainability. You’ll provide a clear vision, actionable stabilisation measures and a transformation roadmap.

Key Focus Areas:

Review solution architecture, data model, integrations, and automation workflows.

Help lead a team of Dynamics Engineers who will work on the build and configuration.

Analyse deployment practices, DevOps pipelines, and environment management.

Recommend strategies to streamline the platform, reduce technical debt, and improve delivery agility.

Deliver a concise technical assessment report and strategic roadmap for next-phase delivery.

About You:

Senior-level D365  expertise.

Strong understanding of integration technologies (APIs, ESB, data services).

Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and multi-environment deployment.

Proven track record in CRM modernisation and architecture optimisation.

Excellent communicator, able to translate complex technical insights into clear, actionable recommendations.

This is a high-impact engagement  suited to an independent, technically strong architect who excels in complex CRM landscapes and enjoys shaping the blueprint for transformation

Solutions Architect | SC Clearance Required | Andover (1-2 days per week on-site) | 5 Month Contract | Up to £800 per day (Outside IR35)

MERITUS are working with a specialist technology consultancy delivering high-impact digital transformation across UK Central Government and Defence. They're looking for a Senior Solution Architect who can set technical direction on projects that genuinely shape national infrastructure and public-sector capability.

This isn't a paper-based architecture role. You'll be right at the intersection of strategy and engineering, guiding multidisciplinary teams and making decisions that affect large-scale, secure services used across government. If you're the kind of architect who likes to get close to delivery while still steering the bigger picture, this will suit you.

The role is a contract running initially until 31st March 2026 & is hybrid with 1-2 days per week in the Andover office.

Main Responsibilities:

Setting the direction for complex government and defence programmes, owning the solution vision from concept through to delivery.
Modernising critical systems, leading cloud migration and application transformation initiatives for high-traffic, highly secure environments.
Acting as technical authority, reviewing solution designs and ensuring every decision meets both architectural governance and strict security standards.
Turning requirements into reality, translating policy, user needs and data flows into clear, practical solution architectures.
Making smart trade-offs, weighing up cost, performance, risk and complexity - and being confident in your recommendations.

Required Skills:

TOGAF Certified, with hands-on experience creating and governing architecture using tools like Sparx Enterprise Architect and Archimate.
Cloud solution expertise - strong track record designing resilient services on AWS or Azure.
DevOps mindset, with practical knowledge of modern CI/CD pipelines and automated delivery practices.
Strong integration background - experienced in microservices, REST APIs, JSON, and contemporary integration patterns.
Security-first thinking, particularly around SSO, Identity and Access Management, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and Active Directory.

Got your attention?

If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Solutions Architect role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS