Head Resourcing

Cloud Operations Engineer Edinburgh - hybrid 55,000 - 65,000 Head Resourcing are delighted to assisting our Edinburgh based client in their search for a Cloud Operations Engineer. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis and will work to design, implement, and manage our clients cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working closely with colleagues from across the business to ensure our clients cloud estate is robust, scalable, and secure. Key Skills / Responsibilities: Demonstrable knowledge / skill in Azure and designing / deploying Azure services across an organisation Microsoft Azure operational and monitoring tools Strong understanding of IAC tools: Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates Understanding of Microsoft identity and access management products such as Entra ID, Entra ID Connect, Conditional Access, SSO protocols, and Active Directory Domain Services. Microsoft Azure and its relevant build, deployment, automation, networking, and security technologies in cloud and hybrid environments Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Experience with PowerShell scripting This role is suited to someone with good knowledge of Microsoft Azure and is looking to take ownership of a series of cloud transformation projects. If interested please apply, or send your CV to (url removed).

Mid-Level Python/Django Developer Remote-first Ideally based in Scotland Permanent Role A growing tech startup in the sports membership space is looking for a mid-level Django developer to join as their first technical hire . The product has strong traction with well-known clients across the UK and demand is growing fast. You'll be working directly with the founder (a solo developer), helping to rebuild and scale their customer platform. Part of the opportunity is to re-write parts of their platform for expansion into their US market. What You'll Be Doing: Rebuilding and enhancing an existing platform Contributing to architecture decisions, feature development, and integrations Working closely with the founder in a fast-moving, startup-style environment Helping lay the foundation for a larger engineering team as the company grows Fully remote with occasional in-person meetups in Scotland What We're Looking For: Proven experience building web apps with Django and Python Able to work independently - no need for detailed specs or close supervision Strong communicator, comfortable in a remote-first setup Based in the UK (preferably Scotland , for occasional meetups) Bonus: interest in sports tech or golf - not essential Why This Role? Shape how the platform evolves - both technically and strategically Backed by credible clients and real usage , not just ideas Clear route to growth and leadership as the company scales Support already in place for sales and customer success - focus on building

Customer Experience Manager - Satellite Software Edinburgh (Hybrid) Sector: Space Tech Full-time or Flexible Salary: Competitive + Benefits I'm working with an exciting and fast-growing Edinburgh-based space tech company who are looking to appoint a Customer Experience Manager to join their Customer Delivery & Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping how customers interact with cutting-edge satellite software products used by satellite operators, manufacturers, and partners around the world. This hire will be responsible for owning the full customer journey - from pre-sales support through onboarding, ongoing relationship management, technical support, and commercial growth. The role demands a unique mix of customer-centric thinking, technical understanding, and commercial drive. Key Responsibilities: Act as the main post-sales contact for customers, ensuring smooth onboarding and continued success Build strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders across customer organisations Identify upsell, cross-sell, and renewal opportunities in partnership with sales and product teams Lead and develop the technical support function and support the delivery of customer training Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and commercial teams to ensure customer satisfaction Monitor key metrics such as retention, churn risk, and commercial expansion What They're Looking For: Previous experience in customer account management Strong understanding of satellite operations, ground segment software, or mission planning Commercial awareness and a track record of identifying growth opportunities within existing accounts Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong organisational and project management capabilities Team leadership and development experience Desirable: Background in the satellite, aerospace, or telecommunications sector Experience with SaaS platforms and cloud-based deployments Proficiency in CRM systems such as Salesforce or HubSpot Familiarity with APIs, data tools, or scripting languages like Python is a plus Location: Ideally based in Edinburgh on a hybrid basis, allowing for regular collaboration with internal teams. The company is open to some flexibility around working hours or part-time arrangements. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a purpose-led, technically ambitious organisation operating at the forefront of the satellite software space. ? If you'd like to learn more or have a confidential chat about the role, please get in touch.

IT Manager - Central Scotland We're looking for a hands-on IT Manager to lead a small IT team in Edinburgh. You'll be responsible for day-to-day IT operations, driving projects, and ensuring a secure, reliable technology environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead a friendly and efficient helpdesk service Manage Microsoft 365 (Entra ID, SharePoint, Teams) Oversee device management using Microsoft Intune (Windows, Android, iOS) Secure email and endpoints (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, Defender for Endpoint) Ensure robust data protection and regular backup testing Drive patching and vulnerability remediation Support ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials Plus certification Use basic PowerShell scripting to automate tasks Manage IT budgets, procurement, and project delivery Report on IT operations and project progress to leadership Experience with VOIP systems is a plus What We're Looking For: IT management experience Strong Microsoft ecosystem skills Security-first mindset Excellent communication and leadership abilities Interested? Send your CV to (url removed)

IT Engineer Up to 45,000 Inverness (Hybrid) O365, Windows Server, VMware, Azure, Intune, Active Directory Head Resourcing are pleased to be working with a Scottish based organisation specialising in providing services to several sectors including Life Sciences, Renewables, Oil and Gas, Nuclear, and IT to name a few. Our client is looking to hire a talented IT Engineer to join their Infrastructure team as they look to increase the team's capacity as the organisation continues to grow. The successful individual will work on both projects and business as usual support and have experience across a range of Microsoft tools and technologies. This role will range from providing 2nd/3rd line support across all areas of the business to working on utilising Azure across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing team and have the opportunity to gain industry certifications through our clients training budget. Essential skills: Proven experience in a Systems support / infrastructure support role Microsoft Windows Server VMware O365 Active Directory Antivirus and Internet Security Software (Windows defender for End Point) Nice to haves: Azure administration Intune Veeam If this role sounds of interest and you would like to have a confidential chat to find out more, please apply or send your CV to (url removed) to find out more.

Identity & Access Management Governance Manager Occasional travel to Newcastle or Glasgow Up to 74,000 + bonus + 43.5 days annual leave + 13% company pension contribution Head Resourcing is pleased to be working with one of our major financial services clients to recruit an IAM Governance Manager. This role sits within the wider IAM team and reports into the Senior Manager within Identity and Access Management. As IAM Governance Manager, you will oversee daily team operations, drive process improvements, and engage with leadership and stakeholders. Strong knowledge of privileged access principles, including Toxic Combinations, RBAC frameworks, Privileged Access reviews (RSA G&L), and PAM management (CyberArk), is essential. You will influence IAM outcomes to reduce risk, enhance quality, and minimize manual effort while managing risks and leading an IAM improvement program to boost efficiency and security. Skills you need to have Experienced working in Information Security IAM related discipline Risk management experience Expert in prioritising multiple activities in a rapidly changing environment Knowledge of IAM concepts - example RBAC, Toxic Combination management, Privileged access management and monitoring Leadership qualities & examples of leading complex technical projects Benefits Discretionary bonus 43.5 days annual leave 13% company pension contribution if you put in 7% Private Healthcare Flexible and hybrid working If this is of interest and you would like to find out more, please apply now!

Head Resourcing are recruiting for an application engineer for a financial services company. This role is predominantly remote although ideally you will be near one of the hubs in Gosforth or Glasgow for occasional office attendance. The salary ranges from 36k - 48k, and the role requires out of hours work once you are up to speed in the new role. Experience with Unix is essential and the other technical experience can be found below. The team support key services within the company for Payments. You'll be accountable for technical support and expertise within Technology Operations Platform as a Service and be accountable for forming and maintaining highly effective collaborative relationships with other members of the organisation. What you'll be doing Showing technical expertise for the reduction of repeat incidents and resolutions to avoid reoccurrence. Carrying out technical change within the team for BAU & key projects & striving to reduce critical or major security vulnerabilities for our assets. Supporting for the unit Technology Manager & Lead Engineers to raise, track and action any IT currency or resilience risks. Taking an active role to support & get involved in discussions in area of specialism, when assessing the impact of new initiatives, work requests and the support of existing services. Coaching & hands-on technical training for less experienced team members. Supporting audit findings and payment attestation submissions. Providing technical advice and support for ongoing Disaster Recovery arrangements for IT. Representing the team at key forums such as Service Design Workshop (SDW), Major Change Board (MCAB) and may be required to attend Technical Design Authority (TDA). We need you to have In depth knowledge of Unix operating systems. Experience of working on some of our technologies like VMware, Websphere, MQ, TWS, Connect Direct, DataPower, DataStage, SAP Data Services (batch), Pega A good understanding of technology with a focus on applications, batch & cloud support across the full IT estate. Some experience of risk management for IT Currency & resilience risks. Knowledge and experience of ITIL service management framework with a focus on incident and change management. Benefits Generous holidays - 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays and prorated if part-time)? plus the option to buy more. Up to five extra paid well-being days per year?. 20 weeks paid, gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks in total) for expectant parents and those looking to adopt. Excellent pension, with a minimum employer contribution of 8% Free private medical cover, income protection and life assurance. Flexible benefits include Cycle to Work, wellness and health assessments, and critical illness.

We are working with a leading FinTech company who are seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to join their team. This role is crucial in ensuring the security and integrity of information systems and data. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect organisational assets from cyber threats and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key Responsibilities Assist in the planning and implementation of security controls and testing to ISO27001 standards. Perform business impact analyses (BIA) across key technology processes, systems, and facilities, identifying gaps in critical information gathered and recorded. Communicate significant changes in Business Continuity plans to the Information Security (IS) Manager. Support the IS Manager in Disaster Recovery (DR) planning, ensuring that alternate facilities are provisioned and ready in the event of a disaster. Respond to customer security questionnaires to support third-party assurance obligations. Work with business units to ensure Business Continuity Plans are produced and maintained consistently. Provide support and guidance to staff undertaking security awareness training, tracking completion and managing license levels. Respond to security incidents. In order to be successful in the role, candidates ideally need, Understanding of Information Security methodologies, standards, and technologies, including ISO27001. Previous experience in an Information Security or Enterprise Risk role. Awareness of Business Continuity and IT standards, policies, and frameworks, including ISO22301/BCMS. Business Continuity Management knowledge with proven experience in this area. Knowledge of IT with an understanding of system architecture interdependencies, enabling effective communication with IT personnel. Strong documentation, analytical, and presentation skills. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Qualifications such as CISA, CISM, CEH, or ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor. Experience engaging with senior management and managing relationships. Previous experience handling Information Security incidents. Benefits This role offers a competitive salary based on skills and experience, along with a generous benefits package, including: Annual performance-related bonus. 11% non-contributory pension. Excellent holiday entitlement. Critical illness cover. Private medical insurance. Group life cover (4x annual salary). A flexible benefits package, allowing choice from options such as additional holidays, bicycle leasing scheme, sports club membership, travel passes, and more. Please note-you are required to be in the Edinburgh office twice a week so only local to central Scotland should apply

Head Resourcing are partnering with a Fintech company with a 30+ year history and a mission to connect the Financial Services industry. Due to continue growth they are looking for an automation tester to join the testing team which is responsible for building and maintaining a number of services. In the role you will be responsible for test planning, execution and reporting across specific development projects and maintenance releases. Key Responsibilities include. Carry out all aspects of test planning, estimation, creation, execution and reporting across specific development projects and maintenance releases; Deliver all test planning and execution activities to the budget, timescales and quality criteria of the relevant development project or maintenance release; Manage all risks associated with the testing and take preventative action when any risks become unacceptable; Manage the quality and integrity of all testing activities and adherence to test strategy, policies, standards and processes. Analysis of requirements and creation of test resources; Execution of tests, both manual and automated; Test activity reporting; Tracking and management of defects; System and User Acceptance Test management Participate in daily Standup meetings, Sprint Planning, Backlog review and Retrospective meetings. Provide functionality demo to product owner In order to be successful in the role, candidates ideally need, 3+ years' experience in Test Planning, Design and Execution; Formal testing qualification (ISEB/ISTQB) at Foundation Level; Experience of recognised Test Management tools; Experience of API testing Experience of automated testing (Selenium) and Cypress Skilled in Agile delivery methods Experience in the Financial Services industry is desirable - preferably with a working knowledge of the Life and Pensions and / or Fund Management sectors. This is a unique opportunity in the market that offers hybrid working and a great overall package which include a bonus of 10% and an 11% non-contribution pension.

Head Resourcing are recruiting for a senior platform engineer for a financial services company. This role is predominantly remote although ideally you will be near one of the hubs in Gosforth or Glasgow for occasional office attendance. The role pays 39,000 - 49,000 and offers a range of great benefits . The role will require some occasional weekend/evening work. The core aspect of your role will be to support the management of the Operational Platform, with a focus on the Linux Server Estate. This will involve collaboration with internal customers, partners and external customers to deliver excellent service and ensure our systems are efficient, performant, resilient where emerging technology threats & risks are managed and change to our systems are managed effectively. The role involves: Innovating, supporting and maintaining the companies Linux server estate for Operational Platform. Supporting the management of Patching lifecycles, including scheduling, deployment & verification. Engineering, validating, implementing and quality assuring technical solutions. Supporting projects implementing new infrastructure into the datacentres. Supporting root cause analysis and remediation of issues. Working closely with others to estimate work, manage domain scope, risks and issues. Collaborating with project teams to ensure that change within the environment is managed and controlled effectively. Experience required: Strong sys admin skills and engineering experience of Red Hat Enterprise Linux Satellite (install, Configure, manage) Experience of server implementation, upgrades, maintenance, monitoring and automation (Infrastructure as Code) with Ansible, AAP VMware (upgrade, manage) Understanding of Networking Technologies Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to own, diagnose and resolve platforms issues. Understanding of cybersecurity principles, vulnerability management Python, Bash, API's and data structures in JSON/YAML or other Benefits Generous holidays - 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays and prorated if part-time)? plus the option to buy more. Up to five extra paid well-being days per year?. 20 weeks paid, gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks in total) for expectant parents and those looking to adopt. Excellent pension, with a minimum employer contribution of 8% Free private medical cover, income protection and life assurance. Flexible benefits include Cycle to Work, wellness and health assessments, and critical illness.

Head of IT Edinburgh - hybrid Up to 72,000 + benefits This role is a 6 month fixed-term contract but can go permanent Head Resourcing are pleased to be working with a well-established professional body based in Edinburgh as they look to recruit a Head of IT for an initial period of 6 months. Our client strives to be a world class professional body, serving the needs of its members and the public. This is an excellent opportunity to push through a transformation project that has already began and lead the IT function going forward. In this role you will be responsible for eight IT colleagues, the wider transformation team, as well as providing exceptional IT services to the wider organisation. You will be expected to interpret the current IT strategy, lead all aspects of cyber security, drive innovation and efficiencies, and ensure smooth delivery of the IT transformation programme working closely with the programme team. Required experience: Deliver a long-term IT and digital strategy for the LSS which addresses future use of applications, infrastructure, communication technology, video conferencing, system integration, hosted platforms Work closely with the Digital Transformation Programme Manager to ensure smooth transition of transformative projects to BAU Interpret the business strategy and deliverables of the Society and deliver an IT Strategy to meet the company's plans Lead the IT team in all aspects of Cyber Security Be a leading proponent of IT Programme / Project Management methodologies and tools to deliver business solutions Deliver and support all aspects of IT, including business systems, on-premise infrastructure, cloud applications and infrastructure, cyber security and learning and development Benefits: Flexible hybrid working (no set office days) Private Healthcare Up to 10% employer (if employee puts in 5%) pension contribution 30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Our client, a leading organisation in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced IT Application Delivery Manager to lead, develop, and embed a newly formed IT Application Delivery team. Based in Glasgow City Centre, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape a team of application designers and developers across a range of experiences and technical disciplines. The IT Application Delivery Manager will have a strong technology delivery background in a financial services environment ideally, with proven leadership skills to manage and develop a high-performing technical delivery team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective delivery of quality IT solutions, enhancing technical ownership, and working closely with senior stakeholders to align resourcing with business needs. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development: Lead, support, and mentor an application delivery team, ensuring accountability and ownership across all services. Optimised Delivery: Establish and document best practices for delivery, ensuring a results-driven and outcome-oriented approach. Work closely with Change teams and delivery partners to ensure project success. Risk & Resource Management: Identify risks and implement mitigation plans while maintaining a clear view of capability demand and ensuring sufficient resources. Centre of Excellence: Develop team improvement plans to optimise value from packaged COTS solutions and bespoke in-house developments. Service Support: Provide third-line support for critical business issues, driving root cause analysis to enhance future delivery. Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior business leaders and third-party providers. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all processes adhere to regulatory requirements and company policies while maintaining strict release and quality control procedures. Technical Proficiency: Offer input into complex solutions alongside technical leads. Performance Management: Conduct regular one-to-one reviews to enhance team performance and service delivery. In order to be successful in the role, candidates need, Strong interpersonal skills with experience engaging stakeholders up to executive level. Proven track record in leading and developing multi-skilled teams. Experience working with third-party software providers Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate multiple solutions. In-depth business knowledge of Life, Pensions, and Investment products ideally Experience delivering regulatory projects within the Life/Pensions sector. Familiarity with workflow solutions and proficiency in JIRA for task tracking. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about driving technical software excellence and have a proven track record in IT application/software delivery, then please apply to find out more This role is Glasgow based, and you will be required to be in the office 2 days a week

V ulnerability Management SDLC Specialist Up to 60,000 + benefits (43.5 days holiday, healthcare, and more) Glasgow 1 day per month Are you a cyber security specialist and keen to make a real impact within a new capability? Head Resourcing are currently working with one of our financial services clients based in Glasgow to recruit a talented Vulnerability Management Specialist into their team. This role will be worked largely remotely with occasional visits to the Glasgow office. Core responsibilities: Review vulnerability scan results on application code and open-source libraries, guiding DevOps on best practices and tracking fixes. Assess security risks in internal applications and recommend improvements to strengthen our client's security. Provide expert advice on code vulnerabilities, security policies, industry regulations, and best practices to support DevOps. Help DevOps integrate security into their work by developing reports to highlight key risks and drive improvements. Support the SDLC Champions network by promoting a strong security culture and advocating for Secure Coding principles. Essential Skills: Strong expertise in vulnerability management, including code-based risks, dependencies, OWASP Top 10, and risk reduction. Experience analysing and interpreting results from static and open-source code vulnerability tools, conducting risk assessments, and guiding remediation. Understanding of DevOps processes, with experience providing security advice on vulnerabilities and best practices. Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to collaborate with technical teams and leadership. If this role sounds of interest and you'd like to find out more, please apply today!