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Role Title: SAP Functional Solution Architect Location: Hybrid - On-site presence required Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Overview: We are seeking an experienced SAP Functional Solution Architect to support the Discovery Phase of a major SAP ECC to S/4HANA migration programme at a UK university. This role will focus on evaluating existing Finance and HR processes, assessing custom components, and mapping functionality to S/4HANA (including SuccessFactors). This is a strategic, hands-on role requiring deep SAP ECC and S/4HANA knowledge, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to challenge assumptions and guide architectural decisions. Key Responsibilities: Lead the evaluation of current SAP ECC business processes (Finance and HR), identifying manual workarounds, inefficiencies, and customisations. Map existing processes and functionality to S/4HANA equivalents, including SuccessFactors for HR. Assess the complexity and viability of migrating custom code and components to S/4HANA. Provide expert input on deployment options (Greenfield vs Brownfield) and their implications. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and challenge business needs, ensuring alignment with future-state architecture. Work closely with the internal SAP team and Business Architect to shape the migration roadmap. Deliver high-level recommendations and architectural guidance by Month 3, with a comprehensive view of migration feasibility and effort by Month 6. Key Deliverables: Month 1: Evaluation of current processes and customisations. Month 2: Mapping of ECC processes to S/4HANA equivalents. Month 3: High-level delivery plan and migration options. Month 6: Strategic recommendations on custom code, process redesign, and migration readiness. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a SAP Solution Architect with deep expertise in SAP ECC and S/4HANA. Strong understanding of Finance and HR modules, including invoicing, chart of accounts, and SuccessFactors integration. Demonstrated ability to assess and rationalise custom code within SAP environments. Experience in Higher Education or Research sector (preferred). Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to work on-site with HR and Finance teams as needed. Desirable: Experience with SAP PI (Process Integration). Familiarity with S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition. Exposure to SAP tooling for migration and process analysis.

Harvey Nash's client is recruiting for a Network Engineer on an initial 12 month contract. You will be responsible for the support and maintenance of the Network Security Infrastructure ensuring that all components are working optimally and patched as appropriate. This will include: switches, firewalls, routers and Unified Communication platforms for video and voice. Essential skills: Technology training in IT, preferably in Network Technologies & Unified Communications Support / Design. This would be evidenced by courses completed such as Cisco Certified Network Associate, or CCNA Routing and Switching or CCNA Security Significant experience of working in the Networking Support / Design fields, including knowledge and experience of network security and security controls. Sound knowledge and experience of using Information & Communications Technology solutions as well as a detailed knowledge of Cisco architecture and integration. Advanced networking understanding and skills; including firewalls, Security and VoIP/Video Experienced in using operating systems such as Windows and Unix / Linux and a working knowledge of integrated and non-integrated Unified Communications systems Cisco CCNP, Cisco CCIE (Voice, UC or Security), or equivalent. To apply, please send your CV using the link.

Copywriting Resource 12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Glasgow/Edinburgh/Aberdeen (mostly home based) Day Rate: circa £300 Job Description: Our Public Sector client has recently adopted a Mission focus, prioritising areas which will contribute disproportionately to the Scottish economy specifically the following: Accelerating Energy Transition: Helping with the just transition from fossil fuels to renewables Scaling Innovation: Helping innovative companies in key industries to set up and grow here Boosting Capital Investment: Attracting mobile capital to invest in growth projects/ companies in Scotland This Mission approach has been embraced by the client which has prioritised its own efforts within this overall direction to ensure effective delivery of Mission objectives. This applies to both Inward Investment and Trade. It is fundamental to their efforts to both attract inward investors and to support the ambitions of existing Scottish based companies to expand internationally that they have clear content, stressing both the attractiveness of Scotland as a place for investment and also the support that can be provided to companies looking to trade internationally. This brief now requires the successful candidate to be able to demonstrate experience of working with these Mission teams, across both Inward Investment and Trade to articulate the benefits of the Scottish offer and how their support can help companies. Main Duties of Role The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering proposition content and the role will involve: Constructing and write engaging investor-led content focusing on Mission areas across multiple formats. Working within agreed design and brand guidelines Supporting the messaging and design of content for our new Opportunity Approach to lead generation for inward investment. Supporting the messaging for our engagement with ambitious Scottish based companies seeking to expand international sales. Producing and maintaining a family of proposition resources including Scotland's key sector propositions & regional collateral. This work would involve corresponding with internal contacts and external partners, sharing briefing templates and obtaining input, writing the proposition, incorporating input from external partners, identifying and collating photos / other visual assets to be used, going through various rounds of approvals. Copywriters would be working within the global investment team, working flexibly and equipment will be provided. While reporting through the global investment team, activities will also support our activity in International Trade. The client's internal team has overall and ultimate responsibility for planning, development and publication of digital content and channels. The contractor will be required to work with colleagues to ensure planned digital content aligns with and supports the international marketing and comms plan and is published in accordance with the overall editorial and content plan, building our brands, brand guidelines and accessibility requirements. Key Skills Target audiences we are seeking to influence include global companies, capital investors, internationally trading firms, talented Individuals and trading partners, so we are seeking skilled copywriters who can understand these audience and their motivations for investment and can demonstrate experience / excellence in writing specifically for these audiences. Previous public sector experience would be beneficial. The ability to write quickly, efficiently and to a brief is essential, and good editing / proof reading skills are also required. The successful individual will also be comfortable using and adopting a style-guide to maintain consistency in tone of voice. We not only focus on telling target investors why Scotland is a great place to do business but actually what this means to them. We have a very specific benefits led approach. Similarly, for internationally trading firms, we need to tell the story in their words - we know this has more impact to help influence others. Developing and advising on experiential content - experience of working on virtual reality projects, inputting into scripts and working with multiple internal and external stakeholders. Desirable Skills International communications / marketing experience Investment propositions / pitches B2B / stakeholder engagement Industry engagement This role has been deemed inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.

Business Support Officer 12 Months (Inside IR35) Hybrid (Edinburgh) Harvey Nash's Client is recruiting for a Business Support Officer on a 12 month contract. Main Responsibilities Provide administrative support for the Organisation's corporate service requirements, including; information gathering and management; document retention and reporting; general correspondence; and routine compliance and monitoring checks, such as gathering carbon footprint data. Administrate the day-to-day general the Organisation's finance requirements, including: creating and submitting purchase order requests and invoices; supporting colleagues with electronic procurement card payments; checking invoices at risk; producing routine financial reports; and other ad-hoc requests Assist with the Organisation's internal and external stakeholder management, through the co-ordination of meetings Provide administrative support to the CSC team, to ensure tasks are delivered on time and of the right quality, through developing a sound knowledge of relevant operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance is maintained Provide adhoc administrative support to the wider Investigations, Compliance and Standards Team and the Strategy and Analysis team Key Skills Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel. A strong customer focus, with excellent communications skills to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work on your own with minimal supervision, manage challenging workloads and competing priorities, whilst maintain attention to detail. A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative to come up with solutions quickly when challenges arise. This role falls Inside of IR35 and is hybrid working with the expectation to attend the Edinburgh office 2 days a week. Please note that for this role you must have or be happy to get a Basic Disclosure Scotland. To apply, send your CV using the link.

Consumer Markets Policy and Advocacy Managers Part Time (Inside IR35) Hybrid (Edinburgh) Harvey Nash's client is recruiting for a part time Consumer Markets Policy and Advocacy Managers on a contract until 31 st March. Main Responsibilities Conduct a literature review on telecoms services in Scotland, including affordability, availability, quality, and digital exclusion. Identify key issues and areas of detriment. Recommend policy and advocacy actions to improve outcomes. Produce a publishable report with findings and recommendations . Review evidence on experiences with public services (e.g. access, affordability, quality). Explore how customer's voices are represented in service design and delivery. Identify opportunities for the Organisation's future work in this space. Deliver a publishable report with insights and proposed actions. Key Skills A track record of leading advocacy and policy work Experience in conducting desk-based research and producing literature reviews and other evidence-based outputs Knowledge of regulated sectors in Scotland, with knowledge of the telecommunications and media sector desirable OR knowledge of service user experience of the public sector in Scotland Comfortable working independently, at pace and to tight deadlines Experience of working with a range of internal and external stakeholders This role falls inside of IR35 and is hybrid working with the expectation to attend the Edinburgh office as and when required. This role is a part time role working 2/3 days a week. Please note that for this role you must have or be happy to get a Basic Disclosure Scotland. To apply please send your CV using the link.

About the role: Partnered with a Global Legal Services organisation who are seeking a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Specialist on an 18 month FTC basis . In this pivotal role, they will analyze and optimize the full lifecycle costs of products, services, and assets to inform smarter sourcing, budgeting, and investment decisions. The insights will help drive cost transparency, operational efficiency, and long-term value for the business. Key Responsibilities Conduct detailed TCO analysis across goods, services, systems, and assets Collaborate with procurement, finance, operations, and supply chain teams to gather and validate cost data Develop TCO models and tools that factor in direct and indirect costs, such as acquisition, maintenance, operations, training, support, and disposal Provide strategic recommendations to reduce total cost while maximizing value Support vendor evaluations, make-buy decisions, and capital investment planning with cost-benefit insights Monitor cost trends and risk factors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals Present findings clearly to senior stakeholders and support business case development Skills/Experience 10 + years experience working in Tech environment with a strong commercial focus. Knowledge managing IT budgets and driving initiatives to reduce IT spend. Experience developing Cost saving/Risk strategy and presenting business cases for investment. Proven track record improving total costs and cost of change through sourcing, asset management, technology/architecture optimisation. Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across Tech, Finance, Procurement and Transformation. Experience working In a fast paced environment undergoing significant change.

Scrutiny Planning Team Leader 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Remote Starting ASAP Day Rate: DOE Main Duties: Lead, plan and coordinate the operational delivery of the annual programme of inspection to ensure effective resource allocation and scheduling of a programme of 400+ inspections. Using established criteria and principles to schedule inspections across the academic year, taking account of the nature, size and location of each establishment. Using established criteria and deployment principles to identify and plan the team of human resource required to deliver each inspection. This takes account of skills, experience and balance of work. Plan and ensure there are adequate contingency resource arrangements in place to ensure the inspection plan proceeds as planned. Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of the inspection plan. Ensuring that any issues are identified and changes actioned. Oversee the work of a small planning team to ensure that all aspects of the operational inspection plan is delivered. To manage a complex set of Excel spreadsheets that underpin the planning process and ensure the accuracy of the date contained therein Utilise advanced Excel and Power BI capabilities to analyse data, generate insights, and produce dynamic reporting dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to align resource scheduling with organisational priorities and service delivery requirements. Provide advice to the inspection leadership team on the operational delivery of the inspection plan including any risks and issues. Help monitor and track the delivery of the inspection programme by preparing Management Information in support of relevant governance arrangements Essential Skills & Experience: Educated to Degree level and/or professional qualification. A proven track record of working in a similar role. At least 3 years' industry experience. Strong leadership skills with experience of working in a fast-paced operational scheduling environment resolving complex, competing priorities. Expertise in end-to-end scheduling and resource deployment at scale in an operational environment. This includes a good understanding of risks, issues and mitigation within resource and workforce planning. Excellent IT and data management skills particularly in managing large volumes of data. Considerable skill and experience in using advanced functions of MS Excel and Power BI. Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and able to influence a variety of audiences and senior stakeholders. This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.

Digital Delivery Manager £500+ per day Inside IR35 Edinburgh (Hybrid) I'm working with a public sector organisation to recruit a Digital Delivery Manager for a 4-month contract . The role is based in Edinburgh , requiring 2 days per week on-site , with the remainder remote. This position is Inside IR35 , offering a day rate of £500+ , depending on experience. We're looking for someone with a strong track record in digital project delivery , ideally within agile environments. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with digital governance standards, and manage procurement and vendor relationships. A solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure, and Power Platform is essential, along with experience implementing security protocols and managing stakeholder engagement. This is a high-impact role with visibility across technical and business teams. If you have relevant experience and are available to start soon, please apply directly or send your CV to .

Automation Tester Permanent Public Sector Financial Services Hybrid (3 days per week on-site, Leeds) Harvey Nash is working with a public sector financial services organisation that's investing in the future of its digital platforms. As they onboard new enterprise systems and modernise key applications (including D365 and Power Platform), they're looking for an Automation Tester to help build a fit-for-purpose test framework and shape the future of quality assurance. You'll be joining a small and collaborative digital team with autonomy to make decisions, lay down best practices, and work hands-on across a mixture of mostly automated, with some manual, and UAT testing. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys variety, stakeholder interaction, and building something from the ground up. What you'll be doing: Build out and maintain an automation suite using C# and Playwright (or similar - Selenium experience also valued) Support broader QA efforts across Dynamics 365 and new digital product rollouts, including manual testing Actively engage in UAT and collaborate with business users to ensure solutions meet defined standards Support test planning, documentation, and training where required Shape internal processes and help influence the team's approach to testing and continuous improvement Experience of Interest Solid test automation experience using C# with either Playwright or Selenium frameworks Comfortable contributing to manual testing and UAT in a structured environment Exposure to Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Able to engage stakeholders, facilitate training, and bridge the gap between tech and business Confident working independently and helping shape a small QA/testing function Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to a growing, supportive digital team What's in it for you? £55,000-£62,000 salary + public sector benefits package Flexible hybrid model (3 days on-site in Leeds) Autonomy to help shape testing strategy and make a real impact Training and personal development budget with room to grow into new technologies Inclusive and purpose-driven environment focused on long-term stability Interested? Send your CV or reach out directly: /in/thecloudrecruiter

Web/Network Infrastructure Engineer - F5, Low Latency sought by leading investment bank based in Canary Wharf. Inside IR35 - 3 days a week on site Role Overview This position sits within the Enterprise Computing team, which is responsible for the delivery infrastructure that supports thousands of applications used by both internal and external clients. The role focuses on evaluating, deploying, and maintaining hardware, virtual, and software load-balancer solutions-critical for scalable and high-performance systems, particularly in trading environments and cloud platforms. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with architects, developers, and operations to deliver well-documented and reliable load-balancer environments. Design automation tools integrated with in-house configuration management systems, primarily built using Python and Perl. Provide consultancy and support to internal technical teams, aligning infrastructure solutions with business goals. Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues in high-pressure enterprise settings. Propose improvements for performance and stability at both code and configuration levels. Essential Skills Strong foundation in Linux/Unix system administration and networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, and SSL. Scripting and automation experience using Python, Perl, and shell, alongside tools like Ansible or Terraform. Proficient with Linux command-line tools. Strong troubleshooting and analytical capabilities. Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and technical teams. Desired Skills Experience with F5 or A10 load-balancer platforms, including their configuration and APIs (e.g., iControl, iRules, axAPI, aflex). Understanding of distributed web infrastructure and its components. Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies. Experience with source control, build tools, and software development lifecycle practices. Knowledge of automated testing infrastructures, particularly using Python or frameworks like Robot. Please apply within for further details or call on Alex Reeder Harvey Nash Finance & Banking

Mulesoft Business Analyst - SAP Integration sought by leading financial services organisation based in London. Inside IR35 - 3 days a week on site We are looking for an experienced and skilled MuleSoft BA Integration Analyst with a background in SAP system integration project to join our Project. This role is ideal for someone who progressed in his career with MuleSoft developer background and can bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation, leveraging MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform to deliver robust, scalable integrations that align with enterprise architecture and business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Work with stakeholders across IT and business units to collect, analyze, and refine integration requirements with a strong focus on SAP-related data and processes. Analyze and map business processes and data fields to ensure accurate and meaningful system integration across enterprise platforms. Assess the downstream impacts and system dependencies of proposed integrations, ensuring alignment with operational and technical goals. Produce high-quality functional and technical specifications, integration interface documents, and data mapping artifacts. Collaborate with QA teams and business users to support test scenarios, validate data integrity and functional accuracy during system and user acceptance testing. Skills/Expertise required: Proven work experience as MuleSoft Integration Business Analyst in SAP Projects. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality delivery. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Hands-on experience integrating with SAP systems (SAP ECC or S/4HANA) and strong understanding of SAP modules and business processes would be preferred. Please apply within for further details or call on Alex Reeder Harvey Nash Finance & Banking

Role Title: SAP Technical/Data Architect Location: Primarily Remote (occasional on-site; laptop provided) Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Overview: We are looking for a hands-on SAP Technical/Data Architect to support the data workstream of a major SAP ECC to S/4HANA migration programme. This role will focus on analysing the current ECC data landscape, identifying legacy data, and defining strategies for data cleansing, archiving, and lifecycle management. This is a highly technical role requiring deep SAP ECC expertise, practical experience with data migration and archiving, and the ability to make actionable recommendations to support the transition to S/4HANA. Key Responsibilities: Conduct a detailed analysis of the current SAP ECC data environment, with a focus on Finance and HR data. Identify legacy data, unused custom code, and data that cannot be migrated in its current state. Define and recommend data cleansing, archiving, and lifecycle management strategies. Provide hands-on support in identifying data that is no longer used or improperly closed. Collaborate with the internal SAP team and Business Architect to align data strategy with overall migration goals. Deliver practical, technically sound recommendations for managing and migrating data to S/4HANA. Key Deliverables: Identification of redundant or problematic data structures. Recommendations for data archiving and deletion (where appropriate). Lifecycle rules and standards for data management in the new S/4HANA environment. Strategic input into the data migration roadmap. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SAP ECC data structures and technical architecture. Proven track record in data cleansing, archiving, and lifecycle management within SAP environments. Ability to analyse custom back-end code and determine usage/redundancy. Experience working with personal and sensitive data (e.g. HR/Finance). Strong technical problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Comfortable working independently and remotely, with minimal supervision. Desirable: Experience with SAP S/4HANA data migration projects. Familiarity with Higher Education data environments (not essential). Knowledge of SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) tools.

Site Reliability Engineer - Public Sector - Outside IR35 - Edinburgh (Hybrid) Day Rate - up to £560 (outside IR35) Duration - 6 months Harvey Nash's Client are hiring an experienced SRE, to support and enhance an existing digital platform. Responsibilities Support deployment and migration for services to RHEL8/9 Develop and strengthen automation to support disaster recovery activities Support for existing & new UNIX infrastructure Optimisation of existing services & infrastructure Support and deploy Ansible Automation Platform Support Oracle Database 19c on Oracle Linux. On KVM Support logging and observability stacks inc time series databases Promote SLO/SLI measurement & Tracking Support pipeline enhancements and deployments Engage and provide guidance to external teams on service consumption Skills & Experience Required Significant and demonstrable commercial experience of the following: Unix RHEL 7/8/9 System administration Red Hat Satellite administration Automation - IAC Principles Load Balancer technologies, e.g. HAProxy and keepalived Shell scripting, specifically Bash and Perl Strong experience with container creation and management Docker, and various run time environments RHEL OpenShift or within Kubernetes environment - system administration Experience working with a CI/CD driven hybrid environment Knowledge of IAC principles and continuous development Knowledge and experience working with Git reversion control Pipeline configuration and deployment, Ansible Automation Platform / Git runners etc Experience with Monitoring and observability Deployment and configuration of Prometheus/Grafana/Cloudwatch Time series Database experience with Influx Full stack administration - TICK / elastic search / open search / Fluentd Experience of AWS Cloud based services Configuration and deployment of common AWS services, VPC, EC2, S3, NLB IAC approaches to AWS automation i.e. Terraform, CDK Other Agile working practices, including Kanban/Scrum, retrospectives, VFQ. Customer focused, through proactive engagement Risk aware, focused on risk reduction and mitigation Effective team working and technical decision making Designing and leading infrastructure projects Creativity - taking new approaches to tackle problems; embracing innovation and sharing knowledge with a range of stakeholders Desirable Skills & Experience General security design and architecture knowledge Support of MongoDB on RHEL Python, and integration with 3 rd party API Backup - CommVault Oracle - KVM / LVM - Virtualisation AWS EKS Please note that a BPSS clearance is required for this post.

Full Stack Engineer (Mid Level) - Sought by leading commodities firm - Permanent - London - Hybrid Job Requirements: 4 - 8 years of commercial experience designing and developing applications both individually and as part of a team. Proven experience of working within commodities trading or financial services. Design, develop, enhance, and maintain applications using agreed coding standards and quality targets. Liaise with immediate scrum team, other scrum/project teams, line manager and development lead to ensure accurate and complete delivery. Required Skills: C# and .NET6+ Rest APIs incorporated with SQL Server or Sybase DB Angular 13+ with Dev Extreme UI library desirable, Typescript, HTML5, CSS3 Playwright, Ready API, and Spec flow. Restful API Design and development fundamentals. Modern UI design principles. i.e. Able to take initial design direction and interpret those guidelines to finalise the design through to a solution. Good SQL knowledge. Functional and functional-reactive programming in Typescript. If this sounds like an interesting opportunity please feel free to apply or reach me at

Security Engineer - SIEM, KQL- sought by investment bank based in London. Inside IR35 - 3 days a week on-site Key Responsibilities SIEM Management & Optimization: Design, implement, and maintain Microsoft Sentinel workspaces, connectors, analytics rules, and playbooks Develop advanced KQL queries for threat hunting and reporting Optimize SIEM performance, cost, and data retention policies Troubleshoot log ingestion and parsing issues Log Source Integration: Onboard and configure critical log sources (AD, firewalls, servers, cloud infrastructure) Manage event collection and forwarding infrastructure Implement data filtering and custom log parsing Threat Detection & Use Case Development: Develop and refine detection rules based on threat intelligence and attack patterns Continuously improve detection efficacy and reduce false positives Security Monitoring & Incident Response: Monitor systems for anomalies and malicious activity Contribute to threat hunting and incident response playbooks Provide expert guidance on securing applications and infrastructure Security Advisory & Innovation: Support PoCs for new security tools Help define and measure control effectiveness Required Skills & Experience Certifications: AZ-500, SC-200, SC-900, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, CCSP Experience with SOAR playbooks, YARA rules, STIX, and YAML Participation in red/purple team exercises. 3+ years in a Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or similar role Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and KQL Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows/Linux systems, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python) Familiarity with security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, Kill Chain) Experience with EDR, DLP, Proxy, and SEG tools Desirable Qualifications Certifications: AZ-500, SC-200, SC-900, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, CCSP Experience with SOAR playbooks, YARA rules, STIX, and YAML Participation in red/purple team exercises. Please apply within for further details - Alex Reeder Harvey Nash

Data Analytics Consultant 6 Month Contract (Outside IR35) Hybrid Starting ASAP Day Rate: DOE About The Role: Harvey Nash FS client are seeking a Data Analytics Consultant to deliver a defined set of data analysis and reporting outcomes for our strategic data transformation programme. You will operate independently to interpret business requirements, translate them into actionable data insights, and deliver visualisation assets and documentation that support effective decision-making. Main Duties: Design and delivery of a suite of interactive dashboards and visualisation assets aligned to stakeholder requirements Analytical insights derived from large, complex datasets to support strategic business initiatives A defined set of data definitions and reporting standards, created in collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) A handover pack documenting visualisation logic, metrics, and processes to support ongoing internal adoption Recommendations for future process automation opportunities and platform utilisation improvements Engage independently with business stakeholders and SMEs to extract, document, and challenge reporting and data requirements Translate business needs into logical data models and reporting solutions, recommending appropriate metrics and KPIs Conduct detailed data analysis and identify trends, outliers, and growth opportunities relevant to defined business initiatives Develop best-practice Power BI dashboards (or equivalent) that empower business users to make data-informed decisions Liaise with the internal Data Engineering function to advise on data sourcing or transformation requirements Define and document clear data definitions and reporting logic for internal teams Provide guidance and recommendations for the effective use of internal data platforms and tooling Deliver structured handovers and walkthroughs for any developed assets or logic Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record of delivering data analysis and reporting solutions as part of a consultancy engagement or contract Strong SQL skills for querying and transforming complex datasets Experience in dimensional data modelling and working with structured data warehouses Expertise in analytics techniques such as forecasting, outlier detection, and correlation analysis Hands-on experience delivering high-quality dashboards using Power BI or similar tools Experience engaging senior stakeholders, interpreting business needs, and operating with minimal supervision Desirable Experience Python for data transformation or analysis DAX for advanced Power BI metrics Experience working with Snowflake Use of Git for version control Streamlit or similar tools for lightweight data apps This role has been deemed Outside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.

Cybersecurity Trends 2025: A UK Hiring Outlook Cybersecurity has taken centre stage in the UK this year. With threats growing more sophisticated and regulatory scrutiny tightening, businesses are investing heavily to protect their data, systems and people. As a result, demand for cyber professionals is climbing at pace, and the competition to secure top talent is intensifying. At Harvey Nash , we've seen cybersecurity evolve from a back-office concern to a boardroom priority. Over the past year, the nature of hiring has shifted. Employers are looking for more than just technical firepower. They want strategic thinkers who can embed security into every part of the organisation. 2025 feels like a turning point. The risks are greater, the stakes are higher, and the need for experienced, capable cyber talent is now critical. As a recruitment partner, our role is to help organisations understand what's happening in the market, and how to respond. At the same time, regulations are tightening. From data protection requirements to the Online Safety Act, organisations face growing pressure to demonstrate strong governance and accountability. For sectors like finance, healthcare, energy and the public sector, this is especially urgent. Digital transformation is also playing a role. As cloud adoption accelerates and hybrid working becomes the norm, the attack surface expands. New technologies bring incredible opportunities, but also introduce new risks. These combined forces are making cybersecurity talent one of the most sought-after resources in the UK job market today. Key Cybersecurity Trends Shaping the UK in 2025 To understand the hiring landscape, it's important to look at what's actually happening on the ground. Here are the key trends shaping the cybersecurity conversation this year. Ransomware remains a major threat Attackers are becoming more targeted, more professional and more damaging, according to the Nash Squared/Harvey Nash Digital Leadership Report organised crime remains the biggest concern for digital leaders. Public services, councils and healthcare providers continue to be high-profile victims. This is driving demand for security operations specialists, incident response teams and forensic analysts. Supply chain risk is under the spotlight Breaches linked to third-party providers have exposed vulnerabilities beyond company walls. In response, organisations are investing in governance, risk and compliance roles to help manage vendor relationships and strengthen oversight. AI is creating both opportunities and risks Artificial intelligence is helping defenders automate responses and improve detection. But it is also giving attackers new tools to generate phishing emails, create deepfakes or even write malicious code. Employers are starting to look for professionals who understand how to manage this emerging risk. Data privacy is more important than ever The UK Information Commissioner's Office is taking a more assertive stance on enforcement, particularly around how customer data is stored and shared. This has led to growing interest in privacy-focused roles, especially in data-heavy sectors like retail and financial services. Zero Trust architecture is gaining traction Many organisations are moving towards a Zero Trust approach, where nobody inside or outside the network is trusted by default. This model requires specialists who understand identity management, access control and modern network design. Cloud misconfigurations are still causing problems Despite advances in tooling, simple mistakes in cloud setup continue to be a leading cause of breaches. This has made cloud security engineers essential, particularly those who can work closely with DevOps teams. Human error remains a challenge People are still at the heart of many breaches, whether through phishing, mis clicks or insider mistakes. Employers are increasingly focused on awareness, behaviour and building a culture of shared responsibility across their teams. The Most In-Demand Cybersecurity Roles for 2025 The hiring market is being shaped by a push for resilience, agility and long-term thinking. Cybersecurity has emerged as the third most in-demand skill, with talent shortages up 6% on last year. These cyber focused roles are seeing consistent demand across the UK: SOC Analyst - Specialists who monitor threats, investigate incidents and act as the first line of defence. Typical salary: £40,000 to £60,000 Cloud Security Engineer - Experts in building and securing infrastructure in AWS, Azure or Google Cloud. Typical salary: £70,000 to £100,000 GRC Specialist - Professionals who align security with risk, compliance and governance frameworks. Typical salary: £60,000 to £90,000 IAM Lead - Focused on identity and access management, a vital area as companies adopt Zero Trust models. Typical salary: £65,000 to £95,000 DevSecOps Engineer - Combining development, operations and embedded security across the software lifecycle. Typical salary: £75,000 to £110,000 Threat Intelligence Analyst - Providing real-time insight into evolving threats and advising on proactive measures. Typical salary: £50,000 to £85,000 Cybersecurity Analyst - A key all-rounder role, analysts monitor networks, investigate suspicious activity and support incident response efforts. They are often the first to identify and flag vulnerabilities. Typical salary: £45,000 to £70,000 We're also seeing new hybrid titles emerge, such as Cyber Risk Manager or AI Security Consultant, reflecting the broader integration of security across the business. The Skills Employers Are Prioritising Employers are looking for more than technical knowledge, they're searching for people who can make a real impact. Core technical skills include: Incident response and threat hunting Identity and access management Zero Trust architecture Familiarity with UK regulatory standards and NCSC guidance Certifications often requested: CISSP, CISM, CISA CompTIA Security+ ISO 27001 Cloud security credentials (e.g. AWS or Azure certification) Soft skills are playing a bigger role too: Strong communication, especially with non-technical stakeholders Problem-solving in fast-moving environments Adaptability and strategic thinking Security is no longer confined to the IT team. Cyber professionals need to work closely with legal, operations, HR and even marketing , making soft skills essential. Challenges in Hiring Cybersecurity Talent There is no shortage of demand, but there are still real barriers when it comes to finding the right people. There simply aren't enough candidates, particularly in areas like cloud security, GRC and threat analysis. Top talent is being snapped up quickly, often with multiple offers on the table. Hiring processes can be too slow or not well aligned with the role, leading to missed opportunities. Many employers struggle to assess technical capability, especially for niche roles. Cybersecurity professionals often need to be approached directly. Many are not actively applying for jobs, but may be open to a change if the role and organisation feel right. How Harvey Nash Supports Cybersecurity Recruitment At Harvey Nash, we have been supporting UK organisations with technology recruitment for over 35 years. Cybersecurity is now a fast-growing part of that journey. While this may be a newer specialism for us, we bring depth of experience, a broad talent network and a reputation for delivering results. We focus on understanding what makes each organisation unique, and tailoring our approach to find people who not only match the job description, but align with culture, values and long-term goals. Our consultants are embedded in the UK technology ecosystem and speak to cyber professionals every day. We're able to advise on salary expectations, skill trends, and how to position roles in a competitive market. If you are building out your cyber team in 2025, and looking for a recruitment partner who understands both the urgency and complexity of the task, we'd love to talk. Please contact us here. Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, it's a board-level priority and a key pillar of operational resilience. The landscape is changing fast, and the organisations that succeed will be those that invest early in the right people. 2025 is shaping up to be a defining year for cybersecurity hiring. Whether you're scaling up your team, building capability from scratch, or rethinking your security strategy, the right talent can make all the difference. At Harvey Nash, we're here to help you navigate the market, connect with the right people and build a team fit for the future. If you'd like to explore how we can support your cybersecurity hiring plans, get in touch with our team here. If you're looking to secure your next role or make your next best hire, we'd love to help. Get in touch to speak with one of our consultants today

IT Risk Manager - Servicenow, ITIL, Banking sought by leading investment bank based in the city of London. Inside IR35 - 4 days per week on site The IT Risk Manager position focuses on ensuring that applications and infrastructure meet risk and compliance standards within the banks enterprise environment. You're essentially the driving force behind identifying, tracking, and resolving IT risk and compliance issues. Key Responsibilities Issue Management: Liaise with internal risk teams and app custodians to identify and track IT risk findings. Raise and document new issues and push them forward to closure while exploring better solutions. Server Compliance Monitoring: Use Tableau and Technology Operations Portal to assess whether servers meet compliance standards. Ensure vulnerabilities are patched and security benchmarks (TSS, IIS TSS, Anti-Virus, WWF, etc.) are met. System Currency Oversight: Manage timelines for platform upgrades or retirements using the TI Technology Currency site. Coordinate with stakeholders to update deadlines and secure extended vendor support if needed. IT Risk Liaison: Help application custodians interpret the banks policies and manage exceptions responsibly. Be the bridge between technology teams and compliance policies. Must-Have Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in ServiceNow and MS Office Experience creating IT monitoring/reporting processes Experience with the Archer Risk management tool (nice to have) Leading distributed teams through remediation Knowledge of ITIL and IT Change Management Strong understanding of IT lifecycles and infrastructure dependencies Interpersonal and managerial skills (negotiation, communication, team coordination) Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Please apply within for further details - Matt Holmes, Harvey Nash

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site) Harvey Nash has partnered exclusively with a leading utilities organisation with a genuine social purpose. With nationwide assets and a clear growth strategy, they are investing heavily in modernising their infrastructure and scaling their operations in Azure. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you'll play a key role in revolutionising their infrastructure environment, supporting large-scale cloud adoption and contributing to projects that align with the UK's Net Zero future. Why join this team? Significant company growth with nationwide investment and modernisation projects Opportunity to lead critical infrastructure initiatives and influence future strategy Direct impact on a socially driven organisation supporting sustainability and Net Zero plans Experience of interest: Strong background in virtualisation (VMware, Hyper-V), server hardware, and Windows/Linux OS Experience with cloud technologies and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, IaaS and PaaS Hands-on experience migrating on-premise infrastructure to the cloud Scripting/automation with Bash, Python, or PowerShell Confident communicator who collaborates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Package: DOE 15% bonus Annual pay rises (8.1% this year) On-call bonus Excellent pension Private Medical 25 days holiday (+5 buy) Strong L&D support The role is hybrid from Leeds, with 2 days per week on-site. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be within a commutable distance. Interested? Send your CV to to learn more or apply directly.

Senior Angular Developer - Shipping, Tracking, Trading sought by leading financial services organisation based in West London. Outside IR35 - 3 days a week on site Summary This role is suitable for a full-stack developer with a broad, modern skill set and a proven track record, ideally with knowledge and experience in the commodity or financial trading sectors. Key Responsibilities: Full stack development with approximately 8-10 years of experience, working within an agile team to deliver robust enterprise solutions following industry standards. Design, develop, enhance, and maintain applications adhering to coding standards and quality targets. Ensure quality through code reviews and comprehensive unit testing. Collaborate with the scrum team, other project teams, line manager, and development lead to ensure accurate and complete delivery. Contribute to the development and implementation of software development best practices. Write clean, efficient code in relevant programming languages to implement features and functionality. Key Competencies & Skills: Knowledge of oil, wet bulk, energy trading, and risk management business. Understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools. Effective communication skills for stakeholder collaboration and technical explanation. Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and develop creative solutions. Experience with technical stack including Angular 13+ (with DevExtreme UI library desirable), Playwright, ReadyAPI, Specflow, Jira, Github, Confluence. Nice to Have: C# and .NET 6+ REST APIs and Microservice architecture SQL Server, NHibernate, or Entity Framework Demonstrated Expertise in: Building modern web applications. Applying modern UI design principles. Designing and developing RESTful APIs. SQL proficiency. Test case development and execution. Education & Experience Requirements: 8-10 years of experience in application design and development, both individually and within teams. Familiarity with energy or financial trading environments. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven problem-solving ability and innovative solutions development. Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams. Degree or equivalent education. Please apply within for further details or call . Alex Reeder, Harvey Nash Finance & Banking