Ascent Sourcing Ltd

Web UX/UI Designer Manchester £38,000 - £42,000 Base + Benefits Our client is a rapidly expanding technology company offering a Cloud-based POS system tailored for small and mid-sized retailers. Their customer portfolio consists of retailers within the outdoor sector, ranging from cycle to equestrian businesses. The company has transformed the UK cycle retail landscape and enabled smaller organisations to compete effectively against larger enterprises. At the outset of international expansion, they have established a strong presence in Ireland, Europe, the USA, and even Australia. This period marks a significant opportunity for new team members. As a result of their continued growth, our client is increasing the size of the IT Design & Development team and welcoming an E-Commerce focussed Web UX/UI Designer. You will be responsible for designing high-quality, mobile-responsive ecommerce websites on behalf of retail clients. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional digital experiences that represent clients' brands, support their commercial goals, and reflect best practice in modern web design. You will be proactive in enhancing efficiency across the team by embracing and developing AI-powered tools and widgets, staying ahead of emerging trends, and continuously developing your own skills and knowledge. As a specialist, you will bring a depth of expertise that elevates the standard of work across the team and supports clients in achieving their digital ambitions. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in ecommerce or web design (ideally 4+ years). Experience delivering projects to client briefs. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Proficiency in design tools such as Figma or Adobe Creative Suite. Understanding of UX/UI design principles. Understanding of Core Web Vitals and site performance. Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Self-motivated with the ability to manage own workload. Collaborative team player. Committed to continuous learning and development. Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience working with retail clients. Experience in a client-facing or account management capacity. Knowledge of SEO tools (e.g. Google Search Console, SEMrush). Experience with Google Analytics or similar. Familiarity with AI tools and automation. Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) Passion for emerging technology and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Site Builds & Design : Design and deliver websites for new and existing clients within agreed timeframes, ensuring a high standard of quality, mobile responsiveness, and alignment with client requirements. Apply strong UX/UI design principles to create intuitive, engaging, and commercially effective ecommerce experiences. Act as an advocate for best practice, ensuring all sites are consistent across devices and accurately represent the retailer's brand and identity. Recurring & Ongoing Client Work: Undertake regular, allocated recurring web design work for existing retail clients, maintaining and enhancing their sites to a high specification and within agreed timescales and assist with their commercial growth and goals. Work proactively with retailers to increase revenue, keep their sites ahead of current trends, and support the achievement of their commercial objectives, offering expertise and acting as a trusted digital partner. Contribute to client briefs, discovery sessions, and onboarding calls, setting clear expectations and managing relationships with confidence and professionalism. Support & Client Communication: Respond promptly and professionally to support tickets, ensuring solutions are thoroughly tested before delivery. Keep clients informed of work completed, ensuring sign-off is obtained and expectations are clearly managed throughout. Respond to web-related queries from the support team in a timely manner, enabling them to handle client queries effectively and efficiently. Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, maintaining a high quality of output across all accounts. Performance & Analytics: Monitor, interpret and report performance data using Google Analytics or equivalent tools, using insights to inform design decisions and client recommendations to suggest suggestions to help improve site performance. Report on site performance internally and to clients where required, providing clear and actionable recommendations. AI, Innovation & Team Collaboration: Lead on the research, implementation, and documentation of AI and emerging technologies, providing training and guidance to the wider team where appropriate. Actively develop AI-powered tools and widgets that improve team efficiency and productivity, sharing these with colleagues to drive collective improvement. Keep up to date with emerging technologies, innovations, and best practices in web design and ecommerce, proactively enhancing your skill set to remain at the forefront of the industry. Share knowledge and best practice across the team, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Senior .Net Developer (VB.Net or C#) - Norwich - £45k-£70k This is a fully on-site role with face to face interviews. Our client are a growing technical business who are striving to be the world leaders in greener solutions for the logistics industry. This is a hands on as well as a leadership role.Applicants ideally will be able to display at least 4 years industry experience and able to write code from design with little support. Salary is negotiable and candidates will be considered on ability. They are looking for an individual who wants to work within an environment where they can continue to learn within business and are passionate about coding. They want individuals who strive for perfection and want to work for a company who will recognise their efforts. It is important that you want to be part of a mentored team, producing real time market leading software solving complex issues.In turn they offer a great salary, a fantastic working environment, free onsite parking, refreshments, and leading hardware with triple to sextuple monitors. They are a constantly evolving business who always seek opportunities to grow our portfolio of products while continuing to provide a first-class service working in partnership with our clients.You won't see much about them on the internet as they are one of the logistics industries best kept secrets. They have been delivering software for over 10 years and their systems save lives and supports sustainability. Non-negotiables: You MUST be eligible to work in the UK Due to the highly secure nature of the projects, onsite working only Technical Requirements Essential - C# or VB.NET Beneficial - MySQL / SQLite, Desktop Applications, Mobile (Android with Xamarin), Web Services / API Full-time, Permanent Pay: to £ per year Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person

Software Developer Manchester £40,000 - £45,000 Our client is an exciting, rapidly expanding technology business with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, USA, and Australia. The business offers a Cloud-based POS system tailored for small and mid-sized retailers. As a result of their continued growth, our client is increasing the size of the Software Development team and welcoming another Developer to the team. We are searching for candidates with exceptional attention to detail who can contribute to the creation of industry-leading solutions throughout product update and release cycles. Responsibilities will include enhancing existing architecture as well as developing new products and features. The team is advancing and expanding its Cloud-based software platform by leveraging modern technologies, including Vue.js 3, .Net Core, Docker, and Azure Cloud. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate within the team to develop industry-leading solutions. Write software that is rigorously tested and complies with our code review standards. Ensure all work adheres to company protocols and is effectively managed through the Jira issue management platform. Work closely with your immediate and cross-functional teams, including QA engineers, product managers, and project managers. Participate in Sprint meetings at head office twice monthly. Maintain a strong focus on best practices, quality, attention to detail, and consistently strive to deliver outstanding results. Support the growth and development of junior team members through guidance and mentorship. Partner with your Line Manager to take ownership of your ongoing personal and professional development, keeping your knowledge and skills current while sharing best practices with colleagues. Essential Skills/Qualifications: Microsoft .Net (including Core, WebAPI, Kestral) C# Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS Entity Framework Core, Microsoft SQL Server Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity Solid ICT knowledge (MS Office) Excellent communication and numeracy Ability to meet deadlines under pressure Positive, collaborative attitude; works well independently or in teams Quick learner with new systems Desirable Skills/Qualifications: Skilled in Azure Proficient with Vue.js Experienced in .NET Core Familiar with Docker Hands-on experience with Jira Legacy expertise in VB.NET and ASP Web Forms

Design Engineer - 2d/3d Full time, office based - Norwich Our client specialise in providing engineering solutions and equipment to the global offshore energy industry - helping clients drive efficient and sustainable offshore operations from drilling and field development, to decommissioning, carbon capture and storage, renewable, and hydrogen projects. Our client are seeking an experienced Design Engineer with proven mechanical design experience in the offshore environment, covering both topside and subsea projects. This role will suit a pro active engineer with strong design calculation and analytical skills, who is comfortable working independently in a fast paced project environment. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively undertake design tasks assigned by the Engineering Director / Design Engineering Manager including management of those tasks from project outset to completion of all requirements. Planning and management of allocated design tasks in line with the design engineering process, including: o Developing detailed understanding of the scope of work with the Engineering Director/Project Engineer/Manager and Design Engineering Manager. o Understand the key project milestones and delivery points. o Plan design work to meet the key project milestones and delivery points by use of deadlines. o At the project outset, arrange meetings for kick off, concept reviews and design reviews in line with project milestones and delivery deadlines. o Arrange and carry out project update meetings (informal and formal) with the Engineering Director/Project Engineer/Manager and Design Engineering Manager to ensure effective communication and design project delivery. Undertake design activities in accordance with Design Engineering Procedure. Collaboratively prepare URS documents for projects that you are responsible for with the Engineering Director/Project Engineer/Manager and Design Engineering Manager. Taking responsibility for its preparation, thoroughness and checking (in conjunction with the Project Engineer), ensuring this is completed in a timely manner to meet agreed delivery schedule. Compile and develop conceptual designs and present to the project team (including Suppliers where appropriate), gather feedback and buy in. Develop agreed concept into detailed engineering solutions by undertaking the following (within the engineer's competence and as assigned by the Engineering Director/ Design Engineering Manager): o Undertake Mechanical and Structural calculations, and finite element analysis (FEA) which adhere and comply with company standards, protocols and appropriate industry codes. o To undertake Mechanical and Structural drafting which adhere and comply with company standards, protocols and appropriate industry codes. o Prepare supporting documentation in line with agreed industry standards as required by the project, such as drawings, inspection forms, test procedures, EMI's, etc. Check colleague's strength calculations, FEA, drawings, and documents as assigned. Present and chair design reviews in accordance with department training and guidelines documented in the Design Engineering Process, using IT equipment available to fully present the competed design. To support the sales effort to develop / review design solutions, resource and delivery plans in support of company proposals. About you: Time served Engineer with relevant qualifications in engineering Proven experience with mechanical design within the offshore environment, including topside and subsea projects. Experience preparing and presenting design packs for third party review and approval. Mechanical/Structural 2D and 3D CAD capability Design calculation and analytical skills combined with desire to research, test and challenge Able to deliver high calibre work on time and to high standard. Motivated by design engineering challenges and collaborative project working. This role requires the unfettered right to work in the UK They believe that all employees have the opportunity to contribute positively to our sales targets be it through direct client interactions or the provision of their work internally. An understanding of the sales process and customer focus is an expectation for every employee and therefore appropriate training will be provided and must be attended by all. BENEFITS: Private Health Insurance Matching pension contribution Life cover x 4 basic salary 25 days Paid 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to purchase additional holidays Training & Development and commitment to CPD Reduced gym membership Employee assistance scheme Funded sports, social and charity events Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme Retail benefit scheme Work Location: In person

Structural Engineer - Norwich (South) to £80k Our client is recruiting for a Senior Structural Engineer to join their industry-respected and growing business. With offices across the UK our multi million pound clients' teams consult, deliver and manage infrastructure projects across a broad spectrum of engineering sectors. The Role: The role would entail leading Medium to large sized structural projects as well as contributing to the larger scale project that the client currently has ongoing. This role will see you working as part of the structural / civil engineering team, focusing on a diverse portfolio of projects in the UK and around the world. You will be working for an award-winning practice, known for providing innovative, client focused design solutions, and adding value through quality and lateral thought. Their innovation, creative and pragmatic approach allows architectural and client aspirations to be realised. The business undertakes a wide variety of engineering projects, in both the public and private sectors. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be degree qualified and either chartered or approaching chartered status with a minimum of 4 years Structural Engineering Consultancy experience. You will be a project leader with the ability to take a project from concept stage through to completion. Technically strong and able to work to client deadlines and inspire those around you. A competent user of Structural Analysis software. An effective communicator, experience of regular client and external design team interaction. Ideally possess a strong interest in architecture and the wider public realm/built environment. Management of junior colleagues. The opportunity to progress through to Principal level and beyond. Some experience the following programs: AutoDesk, Tekla or Tedds or similar. The client would be looking for a Engineer who has appropriate depth and breadth of experience within construction related schemes and has experience in delivering projects that the client currently operates within. What you will get in return: Senior Level Salary Private Medical Insurance Generous Pension scheme Annual Professional Membership Fees paid Holiday 25 days, plus Public Holidays and Birthday Day Life Assurance Additional employee perks Very modern, spacious office environment, with common room meeting spaces. Flexible working Family friendly policies Employee assistance Our client would be looking for applicants who are Degree qualified and chartered or at least working towards Chartership as well as a Full and clean UK driving license. As always, the right to work in the UK must be established.