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Lead Architect Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Hybrid, 3 days a week onsite in Clapham Junction Hours: 40 per week A new exciting permanent opportunity has become available for an experienced Lead Architect, to join an UK leading gym group where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural blueprint that enables their technology vision. Reporting directly to the CTO and leading a team of Solution Architects, Technical Architects, System Analysts, and Solution Designers, you will be responsible for maintaining robust and comprehensive documentation of current and target states across their technology landscape. This strategic and hands-on role involves setting architectural vision, enabling scale, and ensuring technical excellence in execution. Day-to-day of the role: Own and evolve the enterprise architecture blueprint, reference architectures, and target state definitions. Shape architecture principles and governance, driving alignment across business, data, applications, infrastructure, and security. Lead technical decision-making across the cloud platform including 3rd party integrations. Act as the senior technical voice in executive and programme-level forums, influencing both strategic investments and day-to-day designs. Drive architectural runway, risk management, and lifecycle planning to support growth, resilience, and innovation. Foster architectural standards, documentation, and tooling adoption (e.g., C4, Archimate, UML, LeanIX). Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive hands-on experience in enterprise and solution architecture for large digital businesses i.e. subscriptions, memberships, platforms Building scalable distributed systems using modern architecture patterns. Deep experience defining and managing architecture governance models, roadmaps, standards, and artefacts. Strong influencing skills across senior business stakeholders, technology leadership, and delivery teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Azure, including App Services, AKS, AAD, Event Hubs, API Management, etc. Experience with high-concurrency, high-availability designs, fault tolerance, and auto-scaling patterns. Solid understanding of Domain-Driven Design (DDD), Hexagonal Architecture, CQRS, and Event Sourcing. Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks: PCI DSS, ISO 27001, GDPR, PSD2, Cyber Essentials+. Familiarity with architecture modelling platforms (LeanIX, BizzDesign, SparxEA) and use of modelling standards (UML, C4, BPMN, Archimate). Recruitment process: 1st stage - call with the CTO 2nd stage - face to face interview completing a presentation 3rd stage - cultural fit Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus scheme. Gym membership and wellness benefits. Flexible working options. Opportunities to work on innovative products impacting thousands of members. To apply for the Lead Architect position, please submit your CV to be considered immediately.

Hays are now looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Project Manager for one of our local clients: £697 p/d Inside IR35 Candidates must have current DV Clearance Location is London 6 month+ contract In the role you will lead the end-to-end delivery of secure, resilient IT infrastructure projects. You'll work across engineering teams and senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to governance and architectural standards. What you'll be doing Leading the delivery of infrastructure projects across networks, cloud, hosting, and data centres Managing project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and governance in line with PMO frameworks Providing technical oversight - reviewing designs (HLD/LLD) and ensuring feasibility, security, and scalability Engaging senior stakeholders, architects, security teams, and suppliers, translating technical detail into clear updates Managing third-party vendors, contracts (SoWs), and delivery against KPIs Identifying and mitigating risks, supporting assurance, compliance, and security accreditation processes Driving change and transition into live service, ensuring service readiness and operational handover What we're looking for Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance - essential Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure or IT projects in secure or regulated environments Strong understanding of networks, on-prem, cloud, and enterprise IT infrastructure Ability to review and challenge technical designs (HLD/LLD) Experience working with secure systems, or high-assurance environments Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior and executive audiences Experience managing suppliers and working in multi-vendor environments Familiarity with PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid delivery If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or please send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Role: IT Services Support Manager Salary: to £47,000 per annum, depending on experience Location: hybrid in Hampshire approx. 2-3x per week & on call rota We're looking for an experienced senior IT leader to be responsible for ensuring the delivery of secure, resilient, and high-performing technology services that support critical organisational operations. You will act as the technical authority, shaping architecture, standards, and long-term strategy while leading specialist teams and driving continuous improvement across infrastructure, systems, and cloud platforms. You'll be working in a hybrid environment, based between 2-3 days per week in the office / on sites around Hampshire and the remainder of the week working remotely. This is a full-time permanent IT Services Support Manager position, paying up to £47,000 per annum, depending on experience. Candidates must live a commutable distance to the Hampshire region and already hold full UK right to work. Skills and experience required: Proven experience in an ICT support and delivery environment. Strong understanding of IT governance, change management, and service delivery frameworks e.g. ITILv4 Understanding of system integration principles and software testing methodologies. Strong background in enterprise architecture, infrastructure, and network design. Lead technical strategy planning, translating organisational and operational needs into clear ICT roadmaps and delivery plans. Strong customer focus with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts in plain English. Demonstrable ability to prioritise and manage multiple workloads in a fast-paced environment. Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and partners. Knowledge of data security legislation, principles, and responsibilities within a large ICT environment. High level of attention to detail, particularly when working with data and systems. Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Commitment to continuous professional development. Ability to work flexibly to support operational requirements. High levels of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Full driving licence and willingness to travel as required. What you'd be doing: Provide technical support and contribute to the delivery of ICT services across the organisation. Line manage senior technical staff and specialist systems roles Plan, manage, and support software testing, upgrades, and deployments in line with ITIL best practice and Change Policy. Lead the rollout of new software versions, ensuring minimal disruption to business-as-usual operations. Maintain and regularly review support documentation to ensure accuracy and effectiveness. Act as a key technical contact for suppliers, managing relationships and ensuring alignment with organisational roadmaps. Provide technical leadership on system integrations and interfaces with third-party applications. Deliver expert technical advice to users at all levels, adapting communication to suit the audience. Manage workload effectively across operational support and project delivery. Ensure high data quality through detailed analysis and validation of system data. Support the ongoing improvement, security, and resilience of ICT systems and services. Benefits : Substantial holiday allowance plus bank holidays Very generous pension Flexible working with reasonable start/finish times And much more If you're interested, then we'd love to hear from you - please Apply Now and send a CV for quick review. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Technical Development Manager - London - £120k Please note - this role will require you to be UK based and work from the Central London office a minimum of three days per week. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role - this organisation is not able to offer sponsorship. The Opportunity A fast-growing London Market insurance and reinsurance broker is seeking a senior Development Manager / Technology Delivery Lead to play a central role in how technology is used to transform complex, large-scale broking. The business specialises in high-value, complex risks across areas such as aviation, property/casualty and reinsurance. Technology is not a support function here - it is core to competitive advantage. This role sits at the heart of that ambition. The business now needs someone tech-agnostic, commercially minded, and comfortable leading multiple streams of technical delivery in an environment that is increasingly shaped by AI and emerging technologies. The Role You'll operate at Development Manager level, owning delivery across a mixed internal and external engineering landscape. Your remit will span Salesforce teams, data and integration work, and newer AI-driven initiatives - ensuring consistent quality, pace and alignment with business priorities. Key responsibilities include: Leading and coordinating internal and third-party development teams across multiple platforms Owning end-to-end delivery of technology initiatives, from concept through to production Acting as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams Driving modern engineering practices, tooling and ways of working Supporting the evolution of AI-enabled development approaches across the organisation Ensuring systems remain scalable, secure and fit for a highly regulated insurance environment This is not a "Head of Data" or purely architectural role - it is hands-on leadership, delivery ownership, and problem-solving at pace. What We're Looking For You'll be someone who thrives in high-standards, growth-oriented environments and is motivated by using technology to genuinely change how a business operates. Experience & background: Proven experience as a Development Manager, Technology Manager, Head of Systems, or similar Strong background in insurance or financial services (London Market experience is a plus) Experience managing both internal engineers and external delivery partners Tech-agnostic mindset, with the ability to assess and apply the right tools for the job Technical & emerging tech exposure: Cloud experience, with GCP strongly preferred Salesforce experience is beneficial, but not essential Exposure toAI-enabled development workflows, such as: Prompt engineering AI-assisted coding tools (e.g. Claude or similar) "Vibe coding" / rapid prototyping approaches Personal attributes: Commercially aware and delivery-focused Comfortable working in fast-moving, ambiguous environments High standards, high integrity, and strong cultural alignment Confident influencing at senior stakeholder level Why Apply? A genuine opportunity to shape how technology is used within the London Market Significant autonomy and influence in a business that backs innovation Exposure to cutting-edge AI initiatives alongside core enterprise platforms Competitive senior-level compensation and bonus structure A collaborative, ambitious culture that expects excellence To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on or at . Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Azure Integration & Automation Manager (API Expert)Watford (2-3 days per week)£90000 + Package. This role cannot offer visa sponsorship Your new company I am working exclusively with a major UK construction business delivering complex programmes that have a real impact on the UK's infrastructure and wider economy. They are investing heavily in technology as a core enabler of future growth, with a clear focus on cloud, automation and modern architecture.As part of this transformation, they are building a truly enterprise level integration capability and need an experienced Azure Integration & Automation Manager. This is not about maintaining legacy interfaces. It is about defining how the organisation connects systems, enables data flow and automates business processes for the future. There is strong senior backing, real funding and the opportunity to shape something meaningful from an early stage. Your new role This is a high impact leadership role sitting at the centre of architecture, engineering and business change. You will take ownership of the integration and API capability across the organisation, shaping both the strategy and how it is delivered in practice.You will define what good looks like when it comes to API design, lifecycle management and governance, while establishing a clear and scalable approach to integration that supports long term agility. Working closely with architects and senior stakeholders, you will translate strategic direction into an operating model that delivers real outcomes, whether that is enabling automation, improving reuse or reducing complexity.The role combines strategic ownership with hands on technical credibility. You will act as the organisation's subject matter expert in Azure API Management, guiding design decisions, influencing engineering teams and ensuring consistency in how integration is approached. Alongside this, you will oversee delivery through a mix of internal capability and specialist partners, shaping a service that operates with a product mindset and clear roadmap.It is a role where you can genuinely leave a mark, both in terms of technical direction and how integration is positioned as a critical enabler across the wider business. What you'll need to succeed You will be an expert with Microsoft Azure with experience across enterprise integration, APIs and automation. You are comfortable operating at both a technical and strategic level, able to engage architects and engineers in detail while also influencing senior stakeholders and communicating clearly to non technical audiences.A strong grounding in Azure API Management and API lifecycle design is important, alongside a good understanding of modern architectural approaches such as API led and event driven design. You will have experience simplifying integration landscapes, promoting reuse and establishing standards that scale across complex environments.You will also be comfortable working within a multi supplier model, managing partners and ensuring delivery meets expectations, while maintaining a clear view of the longer term direction.Above all, you will combine technical credibility with the ability to lead, influence and shape how integration is done properly within a large organisation. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive corporate benefits package including bonus scheme, great pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing tools. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a genuinely strategic capability within a well-respected organisation that is investing heavily in its technology function. You will have the backing to define the direction, the scope to implement change and the visibility to make an impact at a senior level. What you need to do now At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology.To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director on . Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Development Team Lead (Ruby on Rails) I'm working with a fast-growing, well-invested SaaS company that is looking for an Development Team Lead to join its product engineering team. The company provides a global SaaS platform used by more than 65,000 people across the UK, Europe, the US and APAC, helping organisations manage information security, privacy and regulatory compliance. This is a player-manager role focused on leading and developing a small engineering team while still remaining hands-on technically. You'll work closely alongside an experienced Tech Lead who drives technical architecture and platform direction, while you focus on helping the team deliver effectively, grow professionally and operate at a high level. The core product is a long-running Ruby on Rails platform with over 15 years of history. Some legacy patterns still exist, but the engineering team is actively modernising the platform in a pragmatic, sustainable way. They are looking for someone who enjoys building strong teams and engineering culture just as much as writing good software. You'll be joining a collaborative SME environment where engineering has genuine influence across the business and where leadership is expected to be practical, supportive and hands-on. What You'll Be Doing • Leading, mentoring and supporting a small team of Ruby engineers • Remaining hands-on with Ruby on Rails development where needed • Working closely with the Tech Lead on delivery, planning and team direction • Helping improve engineering processes, communication and team collaboration • Supporting performance management, coaching and career development • Contributing to architecture discussions and platform modernisation • Helping the team work effectively with AI-assisted engineering tools • Creating a positive, accountable and delivery-focused team culture Tech Stack The core stack includes Ruby on Rails, Ruby, MySQL, GitHub Actions, Cypress, Turbo, StimulusJS, Action Policy, RailsEventStore, DelayJob, New Relic, JIRA and Confluence. The engineering roadmap includes moving ERB toward Phlex, Solr toward ElasticSearch or OpenSearch, improving component separation and continuing to modernise the platform in a pragmatic way. AI in Engineering The company is actively exploring how AI can improve engineering productivity, quality and workflow. They are not looking for an AI specialist or machine learning engineer. They are looking for someone who is already using, or genuinely interested in using, tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, OpenAI Codex or similar in a thoughtful and practical way. You should have strong judgement around where AI adds value, where engineering discipline still matters, and how to help teams adopt these tools sensibly. What We're Looking For • Strong commercial Ruby on Rails experience • Previous experience mentoring, leading or managing engineers • Comfortable balancing people leadership with hands-on engineering • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills • Experience working with mature or legacy codebases • Ability to improve team processes and engineering culture • Good understanding of delivery, prioritisation and team collaboration • High emotional intelligence and a supportive leadership style • Product awareness and pragmatic technical decision-making • Positive attitude toward AI-assisted development and modern tooling You do not need to come from a large enterprise background or have managed huge teams. This role would suit someone who enjoys helping engineers grow, improving team effectiveness and leading by example in a collaborative engineering environment. Useful Experience Any of the following would be beneficial, but not essential: • Coaching or mentoring engineers • Leading delivery within small product teams • AI-assisted development workflows • Agile delivery within SME SaaS businesses Salary & Working Pattern • Remote-first UK role • Occasional company days in Brighton (Voluntary and Expensed) • Full-time, permanent position This is a great opportunity to join a growing SaaS business where you can have genuine influence on both the platform and the engineering team, helping shape how the company scales over the next few years.

Job Title: Networks Lead - TransformRole Purpose:The Networks Lead for the Transform is accountable for the definition, ownership, and continual evolution of the enterprise network services supporting all IAG Transform employees and business applications. This role ensures seamless, secure, and resilient connectivity across locations, multiple application environments (including SaaS and AWS-hosted apps), and operating company (OpCo) boundaries, in line with the highest quality standards applying to company Transform.Key Responsibilities: Network Service Definition & Ownership:Own all facets of the Transform Network Service, incorporating Connectivity Services, Next Generation Firewall, LAN & Wi-Fi, Cloud Secure Edge, and Break-Fix support, as outlined in the Service Design Document. Connectivity Strategy:Architect and manage robust, low-latency, and resilient connectivity between all Transform locations, cloud environments (including AWS), SaaS applications, and other OpCos. Application Enablement:Guarantee reliable and secure access to a diverse application landscape, including SaaS, cloud-hosted, and on-premises solutions, for all company Transform users. VPN & Remote Access:Ensure seamless VPN and secure remote access for applications and users as required, supporting flexible and distributed working models. OpCo Integration:Enable and govern secure, policy-compliant connectivity between Transform apps and those of other OpCos. Facilitate both inbound and outbound connectivity while managing risk and maintaining service integrity. Performance Management:Define and monitor service levels (availability, latency, packet loss, incident response and resolution times). Proactively address issues impacting service quality. Security & Compliance:Oversee next generation firewall deployments, SSE/cloud security services, and enforce policy-based access controls. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and business requirements. Incident & Problem Management:Lead the network incident response, prioritization, and escalation processes. Work closely with engineering and service desk teams on rapid restoration and continuous improvement. Vendor & Stakeholder Management:Manage relationships with third-party service providers, technology partners, and internal stakeholders to deliver on service commitments and drive innovation. Continuous Improvement:Review and update the Network Service Design Document as technology, business needs, or regulatory obligations evolve. Implement best practices for service reliability, scalability, and user experience. Key Service Domains: Connectivity Services:10Gbps links, data centre cross-connects, Smart Wires (EoF/EoC), resiliency (dual/single path), national and international reach. Next Generation Firewall:HA pair deployment, threat detection, policy enforcement, and continuous monitoring. LAN & Wi-Fi:Wired and wireless infrastructure across all sites, incident classification and rapid resolution, monthly site availability. Prisma Access SSE/Cloud Edge:Secure access for remote and distributed users, zero trust enablement, integration with cloud/on-premise environments. Break-Fix:24/7/4 and Next Business Day hardware support, on-site engineer dispatch, and flexible response options. Required Experience & Skills: Proven leadership in enterprise network architecture, operations, and service design, ideally in complex, multi-location, and multi-OpCo environments. Expertise in high-speed WAN, data centre, and cloud connectivity (10Gbps+, cross-connects, Smart Wires, etc.). Strong background in secure remote access (VPN, SSE), cloud security, and firewall technologies (NGFW, HA configurations). Hands-on experience with LAN & Wi-Fi design, deployment, and troubleshooting at scale. Track record of defining and managing SLAs for latency, packet loss, availability, incident response, and service restoration. Skilled in managing vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and service escalations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions into business value. Experience in regulated environments and alignment with compliance requirements. Continuous improvement mindset, embracing technological evolution and process optimisation. Key Performance Indicators: Network availability in line with tiered targets (e.g. up to 99.999% for resilient configurations). Latency and packet loss maintained within agreed thresholds (e.g. as low as 1 ms latency, Timely incident response and service restoration, with adherence to documented Time to Fix targets (e.g., 4 hours for Severity 1 incidents). Secure, policy-compliant enablement of application connectivity across company Transform and OpCos. 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Cyber Security Specialist 12-month contract£500-550 per dayOutside IR35 Hybrid - Edinburgh (1-2 days per week onsite) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to join a busy digital transformation environment on a 12-month contract. This role will play a key part in ensuring robust cyber security practices are embedded across new and evolving digital services. Working as part of a dedicated cyber security function, you will provide specialist advice and guidance across the full service lifecycle, supporting projects from initial scoping through to go-live and ongoing operational readiness. Key responsibilities: Provide cyber security advice and guidance to digital and transformation projects throughout their lifecycle. Support early-stage scoping and risk assessment activities for new and evolving services. Interpret security policies, standards, and accreditation requirements to define appropriate controls. Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. Review solution architecture and detailed designs to ensure alignment with security requirements. Maintain and document security design assessments for new services. Carry out hands-on security checks (e.g. configuration reviews), and coordinate independent penetration testing. Provide recommendations to support stage gate reviews and go-live decisions. Own and manage all security-related delivery evidence required for project assurance. Contribute to the development of secure operational processes, including SecOps practices and automation. Key requirements: Strong experience in cyber security and risk assessment within enterprise-scale digital environments. Proven track record of contributing to the secure delivery of new digital services. Good understanding of current cyber threat landscape, security standards, and best practice. Experience working within agile delivery teams alongside internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers. Ability to take ownership of security deliverables and drive them through to completion. Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risks and controls to non-technical stakeholders. Technical experience across: Enterprise security tooling such as email filtering, antivirus, firewalls, WAF, and Microsoft Defender Security testing approaches including SAST and DAST Enterprise platforms including Active Directory, PKI, SCCM, Microsoft 365, and Azure (including Entra and Intune) Virtualisation and operating systems, including Windows Server and Hyper-V Cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure Application platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform Desirable experience: Experience working with Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, and Power Platform environments Experience managing external penetration testing activities Relevant certifications (e.g. MCSE, ITIL) or equivalent experience This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme, contributing to secure and resilient service delivery within a complex and evolving environment. For more information or to express interest, please get in touch. This role requires someone onsite 1-2 days per week in the Edinburgh office. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company Our client is a well-established organisation operating across large-scale construction, engineering and infrastructure projects in the UK. They work on a broad range of programmes spanning commercial developments, transport, energy and public sector environments, often delivering complex projects that have a direct impact on how people live and work day to day. The business has a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging programmes, with a focus on quality, collaboration and long-term value. Alongside this, there is ongoing investment in innovation, sustainability and modern ways of working to improve how projects are delivered and maintained. Your new role You'll take on a key leadership role within the technology function, shaping how IT architecture supports the wider business and its long-term strategy. As part of the IT leadership team, you'll be responsible for defining and delivering the organisation's architecture approach, ensuring systems, platforms and integrations are aligned to business needs and capable of supporting ongoing transformation. A big part of the role is about connecting strategy with delivery. You'll lead the design and governance of technology architecture, setting clear roadmaps across enterprise and solution architecture while making sure standards, processes and ways of working are consistent and effective. Alongside this, you'll oversee core platforms and services, including integrations and automation, ensuring they are delivering real value to the business. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted voice on how technology can enable better outcomes. This includes influencing direction, aligning with global initiatives and making sure all development activity supports both short and long-term objectives. From an operational perspective, you'll take ownership of how architecture services are delivered, managing external partners where required, overseeing performance and cost, and ensuring the right governance and controls are in place. You'll also play a broader leadership role across areas such as resource planning, team development and supporting ongoing change. Overall, this is a role for someone who can bring structure, clarity and direction to IT architecture, while also helping the organisation move forward in how it uses technology to improve performance and deliver change. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring a strong foundation across IT architecture, strategy and governance, with a proven track record of operating at leadership level within complex environments. You'll be comfortable setting direction while also ensuring the right structures, controls and standards are in place to support consistent, high-quality delivery.This role requires someone who has experience leading other leaders and multidisciplinary teams, creating an environment where people are engaged, clear on direction and able to perform at their best. You'll naturally take ownership of outcomes, while also ensuring the wider organisation is aligned and moving in the same direction. You'll have a track record of delivering tangible business outcomes through architecture best practice, both at an enterprise and solution level and will be confident working on large-scale, end-to-end programmes. Translating complex technical concepts into clear, practical business language will be a key strength, particularly when engaging with senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams. Strong stakeholder management is essential. You'll be used to influencing at the highest levels, challenging where needed and ensuring decisions are made with a clear understanding of impact and value. Alongside this, you'll bring experience in organisational change, helping businesses adapt processes, adopt new ways of working and realise the benefits of transformation. From a technical perspective, you'll have a good understanding of integration and automation approaches, as well as experience evaluating and selecting emerging technologies that can support long-term strategy. You'll also bring a commercial mindset, with an awareness of cost, value and return on investment when shaping technology decisions. What you'll get in return Bonus: Discretionary 24% annual bonus based on Company/Operating Unit Performance. Car Grade/Car Allowance £6,900 pa Private Medical BUPA - Couple Family What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Procurement Services Team Lead Salary: 59,900 - 84,700 per annum Location: Durrington, West Sussex (remote working with expectation to attend site for stakeholder meetings) We are recruiting for a Procurement Services Team Lead on behalf of our leading utilities organisation as part of their ongoing digital transformation. The role will play a key role in supporting and enhancing our enterprise procurement systems. This role will lead the Digital Corporate Applications Procurement team, overseeing the support, maintenance and delivery of procurement systems across the ERP estate. You will ensure that procurement applications are reliable, fully integrated and aligned to business needs while supporting ongoing transformation initiatives. The role will initially focus on project delivery, leading the development, configuration and rollout of Coupa, before transitioning into a business-as-usual (BAU) leadership role responsible for the ongoing management and optimisation of the platform. Coupa will be a core corporate system for the organisation, centralising procurement activity, including contracts, supplier management and commercial transactions. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation of Coupa as a new procurement platform across the organisation Design, develop, configure and maintain the Coupa system to meet business requirements Own the full lifecycle management of procurement applications, with a primary focus on Coupa Support and deliver integrations between Coupa and enterprise systems, including SAP, Workday, Maximo and other ERP platforms Ensure the procurement platform is effectively embedded as a corporate tool for managing contracts, supplier relationships and commercial activity Work closely with business stakeholders to ensure the system aligns with procurement processes and organisational needs Lead and manage the Procurement Applications team, ensuring effective delivery of support, maintenance and development services Own the lifecycle management of procurement applications, including Coupa, SAP SRM and related portal technologies Deliver system implementations, upgrades and enhancements aligned with business objectives and digital strategy Support and drive integration of Coupa with enterprise systems such as SAP, Workday, Maximo and other platforms Collaborate closely with solution architecture, service delivery, and project teams Ensure application security, governance, risk management, and compliance standards are upheld Maintain accurate system documentation, knowledge bases and support processes Manage relationships with suppliers, partners and third-party delivery providers Skills and Experience Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Coupa (essential) Proven experience integrating procurement platforms with SAP or equivalent ERP systems Demonstrable experience in application management, system delivery and support environments Strong leadership capability with experience managing teams and developing talent Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across business and technical teams Experience working in Agile delivery environments Proven experience implementing and embedding procurement platforms Strong experience integrating procurement systems with SAP or other ERP platforms Comprehensive understanding of ERP ecosystems and procurement processes (P2P / S2C) Demonstrated experience owning and managing the lifecycle of enterprise applications Ability to operate across both project delivery and BAU environments Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills SAP SRM / S/4HANA or equivalent ERP platforms Integration technologies and ERP ecosystems Service management frameworks (e.g. ITIL) Personal Attributes Commercially aware with a strong focus on delivering business value Confident leader with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities Collaborative approach with strong communication skills Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced, transforming environment Why Join Us? Be part of a major digital transformation programme Work on enterprise-scale procurement systems and integrations Flexible and hybrid working environment Opportunity to shape and improve critical business systems Competitive salary and benefits package Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Network Security Architect Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Network Security Architect to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is on-site 5 days per week in Oxfordshire. There is flexible working hours and an earlier finish on a Friday. Remote working may be granted on occasion. This is a global role with an initial focus around Network segmentation. You will improve standards across the business and lead technical projects and work closely with technical colleagues and vendors. The current tech stack includes but is not limited to Fortigate, Cisco, SD-Wan and Palo Alto. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus (15%), annual leave, flexible working hours, pension scheme (matched up top 9%), life assurance, private medical, income protection, on-ste canteen and gym and many, many more perks! Network Security Architect - Key Skills: • 10+ years hands on experience in network engineering and architecture, with at least 3+ years specialising in large-scale network segmentation • 5+ years hands on experience implementing and managing industry leading network security solutions (NGFWs, NDR, SASE, CASB, WAF, NAC, ZTNA) • Deep expertise in core networking technologies (SDWAN, MPLS, VPN, IPSec, VLANs etc) • Detailed understanding of enterprise network transport protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP), infrastructure protocols (DNS, DHCP, BGP, SNMP), common application protocols (SMB, RDP, HTTP, FTP etc) and security protocols (TLS/SSL, IPSec, SSH, SAML, OAuth etc) • Proven history of identifying, assessing and remediating network related security risks/misconfigurations • Strong technical knowledge of a Microsoft based enterprise IT infrastructure • Experience as an architect or lead on large projects spanning multiple countries and cultures • Background of defining security standards and processes in large corporate IT environments • Working knowledge of Cyber Security frameworks/methodologies (such as NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Kill Chain etc) Network Security Architect Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

We're looking for a Cyber Security Programme Manager for our consultancy client delivering a large cyber security transformation programme for a financial services organisation. This is an initial 6 month contract paying between £800 to £1,100 per day Outside IR35. The programme focuses on strengthening cyber security capabilities across cloud platforms, identity management and enterprise security architecture within a regulated financial services environment. This role allows remote working with occasional travel to London when required. The successful Cyber Security Programme Manager will possess proven skills working with the following - • Leading large scale cyber security or technology transformation programmes • Managing delivery across multiple cyber security workstreams including cloud security, identity and access management and security operations • Defining programme scope, milestones and deliverables within consultancy or client environments • Producing or contributing to Statements of Work and managing programme budgets and timelines • Managing senior stakeholders across technology, security and executive leadership teams • Coordinating architects, engineers and consulting teams delivering cyber security initiatives Experience delivering cyber security programmes within financial services, fintech or other regulated sectors would be beneficial. Interested? Please apply below Cyber Security Programme Manager, Cyber Security Delivery Lead, Cyber Transformation, Cyber Programme Management, Financial Services Cyber Security, Outside IR35 Contract

Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Why we embarked on Making Business Easier? Over time processes have become increasingly complex, increasing both the risk and cost they pose, whilst restricting our agility. At the same time, our customers and the market expect more from us than ever before. Making Business Easier forms a fundamental foundation for our commercial and operational excellence agendas, whilst supporting managing our cost base effectively in the future. The MBE Programme will streamline and simplify core processes, provide easier access to quality business data and will invest in the right technology to enable these processes. Why is this exciting for your career as a Data Analyst? The MBE Programme presents a huge opportunity for colleagues across the technology function to play a central role in the design, shape, delivery and execution of an enterprise-wide digital transformation programme. The complexity of the initiative, within a FTSE 250 business, will allow for large-scale problem solving, group wide impact assessment and supporting the delivery of an enablement project to future proof the business. Being a Data Analyst at Greencore is pivotal in bridging business needs with data and integration solutions. The role ensures the organisation can leverage analytics and integrated data platforms to improve understanding of our operations, enhance decision-making, and measure the impact of our work. This role sits within the Data & Integration team and is fundamental in enabling evidence-informed business decisions, translating business requirements into scalable data solutions, and positioning Greencore as a trusted and data-driven organisation within the food manufacturing sector. What you'll be doing: Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and the Data & Integration team, translating business requirements into data and integration solutions Elicit, document, and prioritise business requirements, data needs, and integration use cases Work with data engineers and architects to shape solutions across data pipelines, integrations, and reporting layers Analyse datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights to support business outcomes Support the delivery of a portfolio of data and integration initiatives, ensuring alignment to business value Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement to build shared understanding of data flows and dependencies Ensure data definitions, lineage, and transformations are clearly understood and documented Communicate insights and solution designs in a clear, actionable manner for both technical and non-technical audiences What we're looking for: Experience in a Technical Business Analyst / Data Analyst role, working closely with both business stakeholders and technical teams Experience gathering and documenting business requirements, data requirements, and functional specifications Experience working with data integration concepts, APIs, or data pipelines (e.g. ETL/ELT processes) Proven ability to translate business problems into data and analytical solutions Knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including SQL Server, Azure (Data Factory), and Power BI Understanding of data models, data flows, and end-to-end data lifecycle Ability to engage stakeholders, facilitate discussions, and challenge constructively Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts simply What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Pension up to 8% matched Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.

Senior Solution Architect (Digital Consulting) Home working + 1 day per week on site in Bristol + occasional client visits Salary Up to £80k + bens Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) A growing strategy, operations and digital consultancy is hiring a Senior Solution Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable digital solutions. You'll translate business needs into robust architectures, lead delivery teams, and shape digital transformation programmes across complex client environments. You'll bring TOGAF certification and strong enterprise architecture experience Expertise across business, data, application, security & technology architecture Proven delivery of cloud-native solutions (Azure) Strong background in secure system design , governance and risk management Experience working in Agile/DevOps environments Understanding of governance processes, architecture boards and compliance standards, both within TOGAF'S Governance Framework and aligned with DDAT and GDS standards Excellent stakeholder communication and data modelling skills Demonstrable experience in mentoring/leading/managing Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) Why join? High-impact digital programmes, real influence over technical direction, and a people-first culture with strong rewards. Benefits snapshot 26 days leave (incl. your birthday) + bank holidays - rises with service (27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years) - You'll also get five extra days for your five and 10 year anniversaries! Private medical insurance/Pension Performance awards Annual training week abroad + funded qualifications RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Lead Systems Developer (Eligible for SC Clearance) Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + Private Healthcare + Pension + Progression + Gym Membership + Full Training London Are you an experienced Linux-focused developer with strong networking knowledge looking to step into a technical leadership role where you can design, build and own mission?critical systems used across global communications networks?This is a senior, hands?on role within an Enterprise technology team delivering high?availability, value?added services across satellite, mobile and terrestrial networks. You will take a lead role in system design and development, working with bespoke and open?source technologies to enhance in?house platforms and customer solutions.Working closely with senior technical leadership, you will mentor developers, shape development standards and play a key role in CI/CD, testing and code quality. This is an excellent opportunity to influence architecture, improve services at scale and work with complex, real?world infrastructure.You will be involved across the full lifecycle from requirements capture and Agile development through to deployment, documentation and supporting escalated service issues, with exposure to VoIP platforms, IP networking and global infrastructure. The Role: Lead system design and development of Linux?based software solutions Develop and maintain in?house platforms including VoIP, email, security and high?availability services Manage CI/CD pipelines, version control and Agile workflows Mentor and support Developers and Graduate Developers Work closely with product and customer?facing teams on delivery and rollout The Person: Strong experience with Linux (Debian/Ubuntu), Apache and MySQL Programming experience with Python, Bash, PHP, ReactJS and/or NodeJS Experience managing CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, WANs and LANs Proactive, analytical and comfortable working independently or as part of a team Reference Number:BBBH273519 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Mobile Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 day per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile The Corporate Mobile organization forms part of Employee Experience Technology (EET) and is responsible for the Bank's Mobile strategy, managing a portfolio of mobile products and services including mobile applications for over 80,000 employees and devices globally. The role requires a collegial yet assertive approach when working among, coordinating with but ultimately ensuring compliance of all Architecture, Engineering and Operational standards. The person will be part of an amazing engineering team who have responsibility for engineering activities on our current global mobile platform as well as future state deliverables working with multiple technologies, reporting to a Senior Mobile Engineer within the team. Key Responsibilities: Application configuration and engineering of our existing platform with a strategic view on our future state Deliver an amazing employee experience of our products and services, with an automation first mindset Liaison with Global Information Security, Operations, Product, Engineering, Architecture and Vendors to deliver robust mobile platforms and solutions Management of technical input into Book of Work Entries Development of high and low level designs to meet bank requirements and security demands Execution of testing and validation in lower level environments Continual ownership for the accuracy and completeness of all technical documentation Represent technical requirements for the deployment of new services Participate in regular requirements meetings to groom backlog and agree feature releases Provide best practice application engineering framework and architecture to ensure performant and functional mobile solutions Skills & Experience: Experience of engineering activities on Blackberry UEM / Intune environment Experience of working with application signing teams to publish mobile applications Policy structure and management via MDM for enterprise grade mobile solutions Experience of both Apple and Android Enterprise Management technology (Apple Business Manager / KNOX / Google ZT Experience of Mobile Threat Defence technology Experience of Cloud technology in support of mobile solutions (Azure / AWS) Automation experience with powershell, python or other solutions ITIL process knowledge Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

Position: Senior Technology Manager Security Architecture & Engineering Department: InfoSec Reporting to: CISO Location: London or Amsterdam Hybrid role: 3 days a week from our office & 2 days working from home Ready for a challenge? Then Just Eat might be the place for you. We're a leading global online delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience. Whether it's a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe. About this role JET's Information Security organisation protects a technology-led, cloud-native platform serving millions of customers across multiple markets. JET's building security into the foundations of how we design, engineer, and operate our cloud-native platforms at scale, across our technology organisation. As Senior Technical Manager for Security Architecture & Engineering, you'll unite the strategic vision of Security Architecture with the hands-on execution of Security Engineering and Data Security leading a team of Security Architects, Security Engineers, and Data Security specialists. Your mandate is to define the technical north star for secure-by-design delivery, champion shift-left principles, and ensure comprehensive data protection is engineered into JET's platforms by default. These are some of the key components to the position: Define and maintain JET's enterprise security architecture - leading the creation of reusable Golden Path design patterns that align with engineering standards and reduce friction for development teams across JET. Lead the Security Engineering function to build, test, and implement innovative security solutions fostering a culture of technical experimentation to continuously improve automation and infrastructure hardening against emerging threats. Own the Data Security strategy across structured and unstructured data ensuring robust engineered controls protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data at rest, in transit, and in use across JET's platforms. Direct, mentor, and grow a team of Security Architects, Security Engineers, and Data Security Engineers managing resource allocation with a strong focus on proactive NIST CSF PROTECT and IDENTIFY capabilities. Drive adoption of AI-aware security architecture patterns ensuring Golden Paths and engineering standards account for LLM integration risks, agentic workflows, and the secure use of MCP-connected systems across JET's development estate. Act as a trusted partner to Engineering Excellence, IT, and Product leadership ranslating architectural risk, engineering vulnerabilities, and data security trade-offs into clear business language for stakeholders. What will you bring to the team? Proven track record leading a combined Security Architecture and Engineering domain within a large-scale, cloud-native organisation with clear evidence of delivering shift-left security at programme scale across multiple engineering teams. Deep technical expertise spanning enterprise security architecture, cloud security (AWS/GCP), secure SDLC, infrastructure hardening, and data protection with the ability to set standards that engineers can implement without unnecessary friction. Demonstrated experience leading broad technical teams including Architects, Engineers, and domain specialists with a track record of building capability, managing performance, and developing future leaders. Strong working knowledge of AI/ML security risks at the architecture and engineering layer including secure LLM integration patterns, prompt injection controls, agentic workflow security, and data exposure risks in AI pipelines. Strategic and pragmatic decision-maker who balances architectural rigour with business velocity able to make high-stakes technical trade-offs with incomplete information and communicate them credibly to senior leadership. Collaborative and influential by default a facilitatory leader who builds trust with Engineering, Product, and IT partners and drives security adoption through enablement rather than enforcement. At JET, this is how we play Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment. Being the best at what we do isn't just about delivering on our strategy. It's a competition for something incredibly valuable - our customers' choice. Every time a customer decides where to order, they're picking a side. At the heart of the JET Customer League are our values and behaviours. They guide every interaction, every decision, every innovation. These are the actions we need to perform consistently and brilliantly, to surpass the competition and earn our customers' loyalty, again and again. Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth, helping one another to succeed and celebrating wins. By truly living our values and embodying our behaviours, we're building a customer-first culture which enables us to stay one step ahead of the competition. Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat We're committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day. What else are we delivering? Want to know more about our JETers, culture or company? Have a look at our career site where you can find people's stories, blogs, podcasts and more JET journeys.

Location : London, Croydon, Manchester, Sheffield As Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Home Office, you'll lead technology strategy across one of the most complex digital estates in government, supporting services used by millions every year. About the role As the Home Office's most senior technology leader, you'll define and deliver a modern, secure and innovative technology strategy. Reporting to the Chief Digital, Data and Technology Officer, you'll guide enterprise architecture, oversee significant technology investment, and ensure consistent standards across the department. This role spans everything from border security and migration to policing and identity services. You'll lead a large, geographically distributed function, shaping how technology underpins critical national services while driving innovation, resilience and long-term transformation. What you'll be doing Setting and delivering the Home Office technology strategy and future roadmap Acting as the senior technical advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders Leading and aligning enterprise architecture, standards and governance across all business areas Overseeing the CTO function , including architecture, assurance, innovation and transformation Ensuring technology investment and procurement aligns with strategic and architectural goals Providing senior oversight on major programmes and platforms , including board-level accountability Driving innovation and adoption of emerging technologies , including AI and automation Managing technical debt and long-term resilience risks across the estate Representing the Home Office across cross-government technology forums Leading and developing a high-performing architecture profession What we're looking for Significant senior leadership experience in large, complex digital or technology environments Proven ability to set and deliver technology strategy at organisational scale Strong technical background across architecture, engineering, automation and AI Experience delivering high-volume, user-centred digital services across legacy and modern systems Ability to influence senior stakeholders (including ministers, cross-government partners and suppliers) A compelling communicator who can simplify complexity and inspire change Experience managing large budgets and complex supplier ecosystems Strong leadership skills with a track record of building inclusive, high-performing teams Interested? This partner post gives you a quick overview Click through to the full Civil Service Jobs advert to find out more and apply.