Traffic Management Officer - Hertfordshire Constabulary Force Hertfordshire Constabulary HIDDEN - Role Type Police Staff Contract Duration Permanent Contract Type Full Time Department Joint Protective Services Location Stevenage Grade A4 32,613 Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum. 37 Closing Date 06/09/2026, 23:55 Job Description Make a Difference to Road Safety Across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Traffic Management Officer to join our Road Safety Team supporting Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire Constabulary (BCH). This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in road safety and traffic management to provide specialist advice and guidance on a wide range of traffic management, highway engineering and road safety matters. You will work with police colleagues, local authorities, National Highways, developers, event organisers and other partners to help reduce road danger and improve safety for all road users. If you have knowledge of traffic management, strong partnership-working skills and a passion for improving road safety outcomes, we would like to hear from you. About the Role As the Traffic Management Officer, you will provide expert advice on traffic management and road safety issues, influencing strategic and operational decisions across the BCH alliance. You will play a key role in supporting road safety initiatives, analysing traffic data, reviewing major developments and events, and working with partners to identify engineering and enforcement solutions aimed at reducing fatal and serious injury collisions. The role offers a varied workload, combining technical analysis, stakeholder engagement, site inspections, consultation responses and strategic representation. Key Responsibilities You will: Act as the force subject matter expert on traffic management and road safety matters. Respond to consultations from National Highways, local authorities, planning bodies, parish councils and members of the public. Provide advice and support to Safety Advisory Groups (SAGs) and major event planning teams. Deploy, collect and analyse traffic data recording equipment to assess traffic speed, volume and vehicle weight information. Support police and highway authority interventions designed to reduce killed and seriously injured (KSI) collisions. Participate in Road Safety Audits (Stages 2, 3 and 4). Conduct site visits following fatal road traffic collisions and liaise with highway authorities and Forensic Collision Investigation Units. Review major housing development proposals and provide specialist traffic management advice through planning consultation processes. Prepare formal responses on behalf of Chief Officers regarding traffic management matters. Represent BCH at local, regional and national meetings, forums and working groups. Attend Safety Advisory Groups, providing procedural, legislative and operational advice. Identify and report highway defects and road infrastructure concerns. Provide specialist advice to senior officers, road policing units and external partners. Administer cycle time trial notifications. About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: Knowledge of traffic management, road safety, highways or a related discipline. Relevant qualifications in traffic management, road safety or highway engineering, or the ability to acquire them. An ability to contribute to projects and support the delivery of outcomes. Strong partnership-working and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to research and prepare reports, business cases or consultation responses. Sound IT skills and the ability to work with data collection and analysis systems. Essential Requirements Applicants must: Hold a full UK driving licence. Be willing and able to travel across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and nationally as required. Successfully complete the required vetting process. Undertake training relevant to the role. Comply with all health and safety requirements. Please note that this role may be subject to a medical assessment prior to appointment, and successful applicants will be required to meet probationary objectives. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity or discuss the role in more detail, please contact Richard Hann via email at Additional Advert Information Internal Applicants To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period. If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert. Vetting Process Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). Examples of when this may apply include: Transferring to another force, Renewing vetting clearance, Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance), Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals. Redeployment and Redundancy This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force's terms and conditions. Role Profile We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes. Commitment to Inclusion As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme. For more information on the Competency Values Framework (CVF) please click HERE Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone. We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service. Why Choose a Career in Policing? Hertfordshire Constabularyis recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population. If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career- where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences-then we want to hear from you. What We Offer We're proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including: Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits. Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service). Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service). Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service). Carers and Discretionary Leave Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent). Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent). Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs. Cycle to Work Scheme Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers. Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice. Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing. Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more. Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON. Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including: Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities People of all ages and abilities All faiths and religions LGBTQ+ communities Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds . click apply for full job details
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Traffic Management Officer - Hertfordshire Constabulary Force Hertfordshire Constabulary HIDDEN - Role Type Police Staff Contract Duration Permanent Contract Type Full Time Department Joint Protective Services Location Stevenage Grade A4 32,613 Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum. 37 Closing Date 06/09/2026, 23:55 Job Description Make a Difference to Road Safety Across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Traffic Management Officer to join our Road Safety Team supporting Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire Constabulary (BCH). This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in road safety and traffic management to provide specialist advice and guidance on a wide range of traffic management, highway engineering and road safety matters. You will work with police colleagues, local authorities, National Highways, developers, event organisers and other partners to help reduce road danger and improve safety for all road users. If you have knowledge of traffic management, strong partnership-working skills and a passion for improving road safety outcomes, we would like to hear from you. About the Role As the Traffic Management Officer, you will provide expert advice on traffic management and road safety issues, influencing strategic and operational decisions across the BCH alliance. You will play a key role in supporting road safety initiatives, analysing traffic data, reviewing major developments and events, and working with partners to identify engineering and enforcement solutions aimed at reducing fatal and serious injury collisions. The role offers a varied workload, combining technical analysis, stakeholder engagement, site inspections, consultation responses and strategic representation. Key Responsibilities You will: Act as the force subject matter expert on traffic management and road safety matters. Respond to consultations from National Highways, local authorities, planning bodies, parish councils and members of the public. Provide advice and support to Safety Advisory Groups (SAGs) and major event planning teams. Deploy, collect and analyse traffic data recording equipment to assess traffic speed, volume and vehicle weight information. Support police and highway authority interventions designed to reduce killed and seriously injured (KSI) collisions. Participate in Road Safety Audits (Stages 2, 3 and 4). Conduct site visits following fatal road traffic collisions and liaise with highway authorities and Forensic Collision Investigation Units. Review major housing development proposals and provide specialist traffic management advice through planning consultation processes. Prepare formal responses on behalf of Chief Officers regarding traffic management matters. Represent BCH at local, regional and national meetings, forums and working groups. Attend Safety Advisory Groups, providing procedural, legislative and operational advice. Identify and report highway defects and road infrastructure concerns. Provide specialist advice to senior officers, road policing units and external partners. Administer cycle time trial notifications. About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: Knowledge of traffic management, road safety, highways or a related discipline. Relevant qualifications in traffic management, road safety or highway engineering, or the ability to acquire them. An ability to contribute to projects and support the delivery of outcomes. Strong partnership-working and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to research and prepare reports, business cases or consultation responses. Sound IT skills and the ability to work with data collection and analysis systems. Essential Requirements Applicants must: Hold a full UK driving licence. Be willing and able to travel across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and nationally as required. Successfully complete the required vetting process. Undertake training relevant to the role. Comply with all health and safety requirements. Please note that this role may be subject to a medical assessment prior to appointment, and successful applicants will be required to meet probationary objectives. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity or discuss the role in more detail, please contact Richard Hann via email at Additional Advert Information Internal Applicants To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period. If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert. Vetting Process Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). Examples of when this may apply include: Transferring to another force, Renewing vetting clearance, Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance), Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals. Redeployment and Redundancy This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force's terms and conditions. Role Profile We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes. Commitment to Inclusion As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme. For more information on the Competency Values Framework (CVF) please click HERE Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone. We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service. Why Choose a Career in Policing? Hertfordshire Constabularyis recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population. If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career- where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences-then we want to hear from you. What We Offer We're proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including: Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits. Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service). Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service). Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service). Carers and Discretionary Leave Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent). Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent). Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs. Cycle to Work Scheme Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers. Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice. Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing. Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more. Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON. Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including: Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities People of all ages and abilities All faiths and religions LGBTQ+ communities Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds . click apply for full job details
We are looking for a senior and experienced Commercial Property Solicitor or Partner to join the team at our Clifton Moor office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take on greater responsibility, play a leading role within the team and further develop a specialism in Commercial Development work. In this role you will be expected to manage complex matters with a high degree of autonomy, take ownership of key client relationships and contribute to the continued development of the Commercial Property team. The role will involve engagement with landowners, national house builders and small/medium size developers on a range of matters including: Sale and purchase of land subject to conditions (including planning); Promotion agreements; Development work encompassing site sales and acquisitions, option agreements, overage agreements, planning agreements, infrastructure agreements and plot sales; Easements; Secured Lending; We are looking for someone who has experience in: Managing a varied caseload of commercial property transactions Advising on acquisitions, disposals, leases and wider property matters Providing confident technical guidance and expertise Building strong relationships with investors, developers, landlords and businesses Playing an active role in business development and networking and confident in identifying opportunities to grow and strengthen client relationships Delivering exceptional client service while contributing to the team's continued growth Supporting and mentoring the development of our junior colleagues What we can offer Harrowells really is a great place to work. We have a great culture and pride ourselves in not only doing a great job for our clients but also enabling our teams to have the work / life balance they deserve. In addition to that we can offer: A competitive salary and generous bonus scheme Realistic targets Flexible and hybrid working A clear progression framework with individual career and development plans An excellent office environment with open plan working and car parking available when in Clifton Moor A great social scene A range of benefits including pension, life cover, health cash plan, staff discounts, competitive holidays and cycle to work
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a senior and experienced Commercial Property Solicitor or Partner to join the team at our Clifton Moor office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take on greater responsibility, play a leading role within the team and further develop a specialism in Commercial Development work. In this role you will be expected to manage complex matters with a high degree of autonomy, take ownership of key client relationships and contribute to the continued development of the Commercial Property team. The role will involve engagement with landowners, national house builders and small/medium size developers on a range of matters including: Sale and purchase of land subject to conditions (including planning); Promotion agreements; Development work encompassing site sales and acquisitions, option agreements, overage agreements, planning agreements, infrastructure agreements and plot sales; Easements; Secured Lending; We are looking for someone who has experience in: Managing a varied caseload of commercial property transactions Advising on acquisitions, disposals, leases and wider property matters Providing confident technical guidance and expertise Building strong relationships with investors, developers, landlords and businesses Playing an active role in business development and networking and confident in identifying opportunities to grow and strengthen client relationships Delivering exceptional client service while contributing to the team's continued growth Supporting and mentoring the development of our junior colleagues What we can offer Harrowells really is a great place to work. We have a great culture and pride ourselves in not only doing a great job for our clients but also enabling our teams to have the work / life balance they deserve. In addition to that we can offer: A competitive salary and generous bonus scheme Realistic targets Flexible and hybrid working A clear progression framework with individual career and development plans An excellent office environment with open plan working and car parking available when in Clifton Moor A great social scene A range of benefits including pension, life cover, health cash plan, staff discounts, competitive holidays and cycle to work
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Job Title: Associate Director Director of Town Planning Location: Leeds Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy with the appointment of an experienced planning professional at Associate Director or Director level to lead and grow their presence in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an established planning professional with strong technical, commercial and business development experience to take ownership of a regional presence, develop new client relationships, win new instructions and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the business across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. The successful candidate will be based from a shared office space in Leeds, working with a high degree of autonomy while remaining closely connected to the wider planning team. You will have access to junior resource, shared expertise and support from colleagues across the business, with regular travel to the company's Kent and London offices. This role would particularly suit an ambitious Associate Director or Director who is motivated by building something, rather than stepping into an established regional team, and who is confident acting as the local face of a consultancy. Key responsibilities Lead and represent the consultancy across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Act as the local senior point of contact for clients, consultants, developers and other stakeholders. Provide high-quality strategic planning advice and oversee the delivery of planning projects. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities and planning instructions. Attend networking events, industry meetings and client meetings to raise the profile of the business. Build strong relationships with local authorities and other key stakeholders across the region. Help establish and develop the Leeds office and regional presence. Over time, support the recruitment and development of additional planning professionals as the team grows. Work autonomously while collaborating closely with the wider planning team and drawing on resources and expertise across the business. Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the business across Yorkshire. Support the company's profile through networking, speaking opportunities, industry events, articles and involvement with relevant professional bodies. Travel periodically to Kent and London to maintain strong relationships with the wider business and attend meetings and events. About you Essential: Significant experience within a private planning consultancy. Proven experience operating at Associate Director, Director or equivalent senior level. Strong knowledge of the Leeds and wider Yorkshire planning market. Established relationships with clients, developers, consultants and local authorities across the region. A proven track record of winning new business and developing client relationships. Commercially minded with the ability to identify and convert new opportunities. Confident representing a consultancy independently at senior client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Strong leadership and communication skills. Comfortable working autonomously while remaining connected to a wider team. Able to commute to Leeds regularly and willing to travel to Kent and London periodically. Desirable: Chartered membership of the RTPI. Experience managing, mentoring or developing planning professionals. Experience of building or growing a regional planning team. Experience working within or alongside a local authority. Strong existing profile within the Leeds/Yorkshire planning market. What's on offer Associate Director or Director-level opportunity. Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to experience. The opportunity to lead and shape a growing regional presence. Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one. Direct involvement in business development and the growth of the Leeds operation. Opportunity to build and develop a team over time. Access to an established wider planning team, expertise and resources. Excellent long-term career progression and potential to play a key role in the wider growth strategy. A varied and commercially focused workload across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Director Director of Town Planning Location: Leeds Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy with the appointment of an experienced planning professional at Associate Director or Director level to lead and grow their presence in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an established planning professional with strong technical, commercial and business development experience to take ownership of a regional presence, develop new client relationships, win new instructions and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the business across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. The successful candidate will be based from a shared office space in Leeds, working with a high degree of autonomy while remaining closely connected to the wider planning team. You will have access to junior resource, shared expertise and support from colleagues across the business, with regular travel to the company's Kent and London offices. This role would particularly suit an ambitious Associate Director or Director who is motivated by building something, rather than stepping into an established regional team, and who is confident acting as the local face of a consultancy. Key responsibilities Lead and represent the consultancy across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Act as the local senior point of contact for clients, consultants, developers and other stakeholders. Provide high-quality strategic planning advice and oversee the delivery of planning projects. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities and planning instructions. Attend networking events, industry meetings and client meetings to raise the profile of the business. Build strong relationships with local authorities and other key stakeholders across the region. Help establish and develop the Leeds office and regional presence. Over time, support the recruitment and development of additional planning professionals as the team grows. Work autonomously while collaborating closely with the wider planning team and drawing on resources and expertise across the business. Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the business across Yorkshire. Support the company's profile through networking, speaking opportunities, industry events, articles and involvement with relevant professional bodies. Travel periodically to Kent and London to maintain strong relationships with the wider business and attend meetings and events. About you Essential: Significant experience within a private planning consultancy. Proven experience operating at Associate Director, Director or equivalent senior level. Strong knowledge of the Leeds and wider Yorkshire planning market. Established relationships with clients, developers, consultants and local authorities across the region. A proven track record of winning new business and developing client relationships. Commercially minded with the ability to identify and convert new opportunities. Confident representing a consultancy independently at senior client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Strong leadership and communication skills. Comfortable working autonomously while remaining connected to a wider team. Able to commute to Leeds regularly and willing to travel to Kent and London periodically. Desirable: Chartered membership of the RTPI. Experience managing, mentoring or developing planning professionals. Experience of building or growing a regional planning team. Experience working within or alongside a local authority. Strong existing profile within the Leeds/Yorkshire planning market. What's on offer Associate Director or Director-level opportunity. Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to experience. The opportunity to lead and shape a growing regional presence. Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one. Direct involvement in business development and the growth of the Leeds operation. Opportunity to build and develop a team over time. Access to an established wider planning team, expertise and resources. Excellent long-term career progression and potential to play a key role in the wider growth strategy. A varied and commercially focused workload across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Reporting Office: Barking Riverside, London Persona: Site Agile Worker: No Closing Date: 01/09/2026 Interview Dates: TBC, please note that in person interviews will be held for at least one of the interview stages for this role. Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution) 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays Westfield Health Cash Plan non-contributory life assurance up to 21 hours volunteering paid days lifestyle benefits Employee Assistance Programme many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserve the right not to progress applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications/interview processes with L&Q in the previous 24 months. Join our Barking Riverside Team: Barking Riverside is one of the largest and most ambitious regeneration projects in Europe, transforming East London into a thriving new community. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future delivery of a nationally significant development. As Director of Strategic Delivery, you will lead BRL's Strategic Delivery function, overseeing infrastructure and commercial activities across the business. You will be responsible for legal, governance, risk management, programme management, commercial reporting and strategic project delivery, ensuring the successful facilitation of serviced land parcels, land disposals and commercial property lettings. Reporting directly to the BRL Managing Director and sitting on the Executive Team, you will provide strategic leadership and governance oversight, helping to drive the delivery of the business plan, maximise commercial returns and achieve long-term regeneration objectives. This role is critical in ensuring that complex projects are delivered successfully while maintaining strong relationships with developers, contractors, local authorities, shareholders, funders and other key stakeholders. Your impact in the role: Lead the Strategic Delivery function, providing direction across infrastructure, governance, commercial and programme management activities. Oversee the successful delivery of complex development and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. Lead contract and commercial negotiations and oversee contract management to optimise business outcomes. Build and maintain strong partnerships with developers, contractors, consultants, local authorities, registered providers, shareholders, funders and other stakeholders. Responsible for financial appraisals, cashflow management, risk mitigation, programme performance and expenditure control. Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing direction and support to managers and consultants. Drive the delivery of the BRL Business Plan while balancing programme, cost, quality, commercial and social value objectives. Champion compliance with health and safety, governance and regulatory requirements across all areas of responsibility. What you'll bring: Degree qualified or equivalent professional qualification. Extensive senior-level experience within the construction, development or regeneration sector, gained within large developer or contractor organisations. Significant experience delivering large-scale strategic development projects and securing planning approvals. Extensive knowledge of development, contracting and commercial structures, with a strong understanding of market influences and contractual arrangements. Proven track record of leading successful infrastructure functions on large scale strategic projects at a senior level. Extensive technical knowledge of RIBA stages; can add value to the pre-construction and development process. Able to demonstrate extensive financial and commercial acumen, including detailed knowledge of the financial models, associated risk management skills at the highest level gained at a senior level. Excellent negotiation skills developed within development or construction environment. Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams. MRICS, MCIOB, CEng or equivalent professional qualification. A Recruitment Advocate will join this recruitment process as a panel member. This is part of an internal scheme supporting our recruitment process to be fair, transparent and consistent, particularly at senior levels. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values , which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times , and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more . At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Fin d out more here . S ustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Reporting Office: Barking Riverside, London Persona: Site Agile Worker: No Closing Date: 01/09/2026 Interview Dates: TBC, please note that in person interviews will be held for at least one of the interview stages for this role. Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution) 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays Westfield Health Cash Plan non-contributory life assurance up to 21 hours volunteering paid days lifestyle benefits Employee Assistance Programme many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserve the right not to progress applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications/interview processes with L&Q in the previous 24 months. Join our Barking Riverside Team: Barking Riverside is one of the largest and most ambitious regeneration projects in Europe, transforming East London into a thriving new community. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future delivery of a nationally significant development. As Director of Strategic Delivery, you will lead BRL's Strategic Delivery function, overseeing infrastructure and commercial activities across the business. You will be responsible for legal, governance, risk management, programme management, commercial reporting and strategic project delivery, ensuring the successful facilitation of serviced land parcels, land disposals and commercial property lettings. Reporting directly to the BRL Managing Director and sitting on the Executive Team, you will provide strategic leadership and governance oversight, helping to drive the delivery of the business plan, maximise commercial returns and achieve long-term regeneration objectives. This role is critical in ensuring that complex projects are delivered successfully while maintaining strong relationships with developers, contractors, local authorities, shareholders, funders and other key stakeholders. Your impact in the role: Lead the Strategic Delivery function, providing direction across infrastructure, governance, commercial and programme management activities. Oversee the successful delivery of complex development and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. Lead contract and commercial negotiations and oversee contract management to optimise business outcomes. Build and maintain strong partnerships with developers, contractors, consultants, local authorities, registered providers, shareholders, funders and other stakeholders. Responsible for financial appraisals, cashflow management, risk mitigation, programme performance and expenditure control. Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing direction and support to managers and consultants. Drive the delivery of the BRL Business Plan while balancing programme, cost, quality, commercial and social value objectives. Champion compliance with health and safety, governance and regulatory requirements across all areas of responsibility. What you'll bring: Degree qualified or equivalent professional qualification. Extensive senior-level experience within the construction, development or regeneration sector, gained within large developer or contractor organisations. Significant experience delivering large-scale strategic development projects and securing planning approvals. Extensive knowledge of development, contracting and commercial structures, with a strong understanding of market influences and contractual arrangements. Proven track record of leading successful infrastructure functions on large scale strategic projects at a senior level. Extensive technical knowledge of RIBA stages; can add value to the pre-construction and development process. Able to demonstrate extensive financial and commercial acumen, including detailed knowledge of the financial models, associated risk management skills at the highest level gained at a senior level. Excellent negotiation skills developed within development or construction environment. Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams. MRICS, MCIOB, CEng or equivalent professional qualification. A Recruitment Advocate will join this recruitment process as a panel member. This is part of an internal scheme supporting our recruitment process to be fair, transparent and consistent, particularly at senior levels. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values , which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times , and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more . At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Fin d out more here . S ustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Job Title: Associate Associate Director of Town Planning Location: Leeds Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy with the appointment of an experienced planning professional at Associate to Director level to lead and grow their presence in Leeds. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take ownership of a regional presence, develop new business, build strong client relationships and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the team. The successful candidate will be based from a shared office space in Leeds, working independently while remaining closely connected to the wider planning team and benefiting from access to junior resource and expertise across the business. Regular travel to offices in Kent and London will also be required. This position would suit a self-starter who enjoys building something from the ground up and is confident representing a consultancy at client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Key responsibilities Lead and represent the consultancy across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Provide high-quality planning advice and deliver a range of planning projects for clients. Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities and client instructions. Attend networking events, industry meetings and client meetings to raise the profile of the business. Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, consultants, developers and other key stakeholders. Develop the Leeds presence and, over time, help build the case for and recruit additional team members. Manage your workload autonomously while working collaboratively with the wider planning team. Travel periodically to Kent and London for team meetings, collaboration and wider business activities. Contribute to the company's profile through networking, speaking opportunities, articles and involvement with relevant professional bodies. About you Essential: Proven experience working within a private planning consultancy. Strong knowledge of the Leeds/Yorkshire planning market. Existing relationships and connections across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Familiarity with relevant local authorities and key stakeholders. A self-starter who is comfortable working independently and managing their own workload. Confident representing a consultancy at client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Commercially minded with a proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships. Able to commute to Leeds regularly and willing to travel to Kent and London periodically. Desirable: Chartered membership of the RTPI or working towards chartership. Experience of working within or alongside a local authority. Existing experience of business development and winning new instructions. A track record of mentoring, managing or developing junior planning professionals. What's on offer Associate to Director-level opportunity, with the position and package tailored to the successful candidate's experience. The opportunity to lead and develop a new regional presence. Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one. Access to support, expertise and resources from an established wider planning team. Opportunity to build and grow a Leeds-based team over time. Excellent scope for career progression and business development. A varied workload and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Associate Director of Town Planning Location: Leeds Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy with the appointment of an experienced planning professional at Associate to Director level to lead and grow their presence in Leeds. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take ownership of a regional presence, develop new business, build strong client relationships and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the team. The successful candidate will be based from a shared office space in Leeds, working independently while remaining closely connected to the wider planning team and benefiting from access to junior resource and expertise across the business. Regular travel to offices in Kent and London will also be required. This position would suit a self-starter who enjoys building something from the ground up and is confident representing a consultancy at client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Key responsibilities Lead and represent the consultancy across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Provide high-quality planning advice and deliver a range of planning projects for clients. Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities and client instructions. Attend networking events, industry meetings and client meetings to raise the profile of the business. Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, consultants, developers and other key stakeholders. Develop the Leeds presence and, over time, help build the case for and recruit additional team members. Manage your workload autonomously while working collaboratively with the wider planning team. Travel periodically to Kent and London for team meetings, collaboration and wider business activities. Contribute to the company's profile through networking, speaking opportunities, articles and involvement with relevant professional bodies. About you Essential: Proven experience working within a private planning consultancy. Strong knowledge of the Leeds/Yorkshire planning market. Existing relationships and connections across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. Familiarity with relevant local authorities and key stakeholders. A self-starter who is comfortable working independently and managing their own workload. Confident representing a consultancy at client meetings, networking events and industry gatherings. Commercially minded with a proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships. Able to commute to Leeds regularly and willing to travel to Kent and London periodically. Desirable: Chartered membership of the RTPI or working towards chartership. Experience of working within or alongside a local authority. Existing experience of business development and winning new instructions. A track record of mentoring, managing or developing junior planning professionals. What's on offer Associate to Director-level opportunity, with the position and package tailored to the successful candidate's experience. The opportunity to lead and develop a new regional presence. Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one. Access to support, expertise and resources from an established wider planning team. Opportunity to build and grow a Leeds-based team over time. Excellent scope for career progression and business development. A varied workload and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
An award-winning and highly respected law firm is looking to recruit an Associate Solicitor to join its growing Property Litigation team in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in contentious property matters to join one of the region's leading specialist teams. You'll work alongside recognised experts, handling a broad mix of commercial and residential property disputes for an impressive client base that includes developers, investors, retailers, local authorities, financial institutions and major property owners. The quality of work regularly rivals that of much larger national and international firms, making this an ideal role for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive, ambitious and collaborative environment. The Role You'll manage your own varied caseload while supporting Partners and Senior Associates on larger, more complex matters. The work includes: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals and dilapidations Breach of covenant, alterations and reinstatement claims Rent reviews, rent arrears, service charge and forfeiture disputes Break notices and vacant possession matters Business rates appeals Boundary disputes, rights of way, restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights to light, telecoms and development disputes Construction-related property litigation, overage agreements and insolvency-related property matters Managing files, billing and matters within agreed budgets and timescales About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or equivalent Around 2-5 years' PQE, although applications outside this range will be considered where relevant experience is demonstrated Previous Property Litigation experience is essential, or a strong litigation background with significant property dispute experience Solid knowledge of commercial landlord and tenant law and relevant property legislation Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills Strong commercial awareness and the ability to build lasting client relationships Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in developing within a specialist Property Litigation team What's on Offer? Salary of 50,000 - 80,000 , depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working High-quality, complex Property Litigation work Genuine career progression within a growing team Ongoing learning and professional development Supportive, collaborative culture Opportunity to work alongside recognised leaders in Property Litigation If you're looking to build your career with one of the South East's leading Property Litigation teams, this is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value, technically challenging matters while enjoying clear progression and an outstanding working environment.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
An award-winning and highly respected law firm is looking to recruit an Associate Solicitor to join its growing Property Litigation team in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in contentious property matters to join one of the region's leading specialist teams. You'll work alongside recognised experts, handling a broad mix of commercial and residential property disputes for an impressive client base that includes developers, investors, retailers, local authorities, financial institutions and major property owners. The quality of work regularly rivals that of much larger national and international firms, making this an ideal role for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive, ambitious and collaborative environment. The Role You'll manage your own varied caseload while supporting Partners and Senior Associates on larger, more complex matters. The work includes: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals and dilapidations Breach of covenant, alterations and reinstatement claims Rent reviews, rent arrears, service charge and forfeiture disputes Break notices and vacant possession matters Business rates appeals Boundary disputes, rights of way, restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights to light, telecoms and development disputes Construction-related property litigation, overage agreements and insolvency-related property matters Managing files, billing and matters within agreed budgets and timescales About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or equivalent Around 2-5 years' PQE, although applications outside this range will be considered where relevant experience is demonstrated Previous Property Litigation experience is essential, or a strong litigation background with significant property dispute experience Solid knowledge of commercial landlord and tenant law and relevant property legislation Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills Strong commercial awareness and the ability to build lasting client relationships Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in developing within a specialist Property Litigation team What's on Offer? Salary of 50,000 - 80,000 , depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working High-quality, complex Property Litigation work Genuine career progression within a growing team Ongoing learning and professional development Supportive, collaborative culture Opportunity to work alongside recognised leaders in Property Litigation If you're looking to build your career with one of the South East's leading Property Litigation teams, this is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value, technically challenging matters while enjoying clear progression and an outstanding working environment.
Property Litigation Solicitor (Newly Qualified), Exeter, £55,000+ (DOE) - We're looking for a Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitor to join a thriving Exeter office. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative and ambitious team that is experiencing significant growth and offers excellent opportunities for career development. REF:4682. THE ROLE: • From the outset, you'll work on high-quality property disputes alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, gaining exposure to a diverse client base and developing your expertise across a broad range of contentious property matters. • The team advises a wide variety of clients, including commercial developers, national housebuilders, investors, lenders, corporate occupiers and local authorities. • You will have the opportunity to work on complex and rewarding matters while developing your own caseload with the support of an experienced team. • Your caseload will include commercial landlord and tenant disputes, Building Safety Act matters, rights of way, easements, boundary and adverse possession disputes, residential and commercial service charge claims and property insolvency and secured recoveries THE ROLE: • Applications are sought from Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitors looking to join a friendly and supportive team. • You will ideally have exposure to both commercial and residential property disputes and be keen to continue building your technical knowledge within a supportive environment. • A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. • Strong organisational skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities. • Sound commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem-solving. • A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service. • The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of your own matters. ON OFFER: • Competitive salary • Opportunities for career development and progression • A supportive and collaborative working environment HOW TO APPLY: Contact Penny at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Property Litigation Solicitor (Newly Qualified), Exeter, £55,000+ (DOE) - We're looking for a Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitor to join a thriving Exeter office. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative and ambitious team that is experiencing significant growth and offers excellent opportunities for career development. REF:4682. THE ROLE: • From the outset, you'll work on high-quality property disputes alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, gaining exposure to a diverse client base and developing your expertise across a broad range of contentious property matters. • The team advises a wide variety of clients, including commercial developers, national housebuilders, investors, lenders, corporate occupiers and local authorities. • You will have the opportunity to work on complex and rewarding matters while developing your own caseload with the support of an experienced team. • Your caseload will include commercial landlord and tenant disputes, Building Safety Act matters, rights of way, easements, boundary and adverse possession disputes, residential and commercial service charge claims and property insolvency and secured recoveries THE ROLE: • Applications are sought from Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitors looking to join a friendly and supportive team. • You will ideally have exposure to both commercial and residential property disputes and be keen to continue building your technical knowledge within a supportive environment. • A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. • Strong organisational skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities. • Sound commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem-solving. • A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service. • The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of your own matters. ON OFFER: • Competitive salary • Opportunities for career development and progression • A supportive and collaborative working environment HOW TO APPLY: Contact Penny at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer or Technical Lead who enjoys remaining hands-on while guiding teams and shaping technical solutions? A leading specialist technical consultancy is looking for a Software Technical Lead to join a live Central Government project. You will work within a collaborative Agile team, building bespoke software that solves complex operational challenges. What youll be doing Leading and supporting a team of software engineers Designing, developing and testing bespoke software solutions Providing technical direction and communicating clearly with clients Producing solution architectures and technical designs Building full-stack applications using Java, JavaScript, React and TypeScript Designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS Creating continuous integration pipelines using tools such as GitLab Working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to delivery, support and maintenance Deploying software into public and private cloud environments Promoting high standards of software quality, security and engineering practice What were looking for You will be a hands-on Senior Engineer or Technical Lead with: Strong commercial Java development experience Good experience designing and building solutions in AWS Full-stack development experience using JavaScript, React and TypeScript Previous experience leading engineers or providing technical direction An understanding of software architecture and technical design Experience working throughout the full software development lifecycle Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills The ability to understand customer challenges and translate them into practical technical solutions Consultancy experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. Security requirements Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate must be able to obtain high-level UK security clearance. To be eligible, you must: Be a British citizen Have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years Whats on offer Competitive salary of up to 85,000 Flexible 37.5-hour working week Hybrid working, with the freedom to choose how often you work from an office Five days of external training Learning and development budget for courses, conferences and materials Access to a dedicated career coach Technical guilds for sharing knowledge and innovation Matched pension and healthcare package Regular social events Self-directed career progression within a supportive technical environment The employer is committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 70000 Salary Max : £ 85000 Currency Type : GBP
Joshua Robert Recruitment
Desborough, Northamptonshire
About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and unlock opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. We're large enough to offer a diverse range of projects and career opportunities, yet small enough to give you real autonomy. We offer the chance to build meaningful relationships and the space to grow your skills. This is a leadership position. The incoming Planning and Development Lead will take ownership of building and scaling a full-service development offering at Berrys, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The role sits at the partner level and will be treated as such. Berrys is looking for a leader, not just a deliverer, and expects the right person to shape planning and development in Kettering for years to come. Key Responsibilities Take autonomous ownership of the planning and development service line in Kettering, setting its direction and driving its growth Build and manage a strong pipeline of instructions from landowners, developers, promoters and investors across Northamptonshire Deliver technical planning consultancy across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land Provide strategic planning advice and lead on pre-application engagement, planning applications, appeals and post-planning work Draw on and coordinate the wider Berrys team across architecture, building surveying, valuation and land promotion to deliver a joined-up, full-service offering Identify and convert new business opportunities, including cross-referrals from existing Berrys clients across the practice Build a strong personal presence and profile for Berrys in the Northamptonshire market through networking and business development activity Grow the team over time, with the ability to recruit and develop people around you as the offering scales Contribute to the commercial direction and strategic planning of the wider business alongside the Berrys leadership team Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven planning professional, ready to operate at a senior or partner level: MRTPI / MRICS qualified, with significant post-qualification experience in a planning or development consultancy environment Broad planning knowledge across multiple sectors, with an understanding of the wider development process Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify and convert business opportunities Confident and credible at a senior level, comfortable engaging with clients, agents, local authorities and wider stakeholders An appetite for business development that goes beyond duty someone who finds it genuinely energising Experience of, or an appetite to embrace, a multi-disciplinary practice environment and the opportunities it creates for clients Motivated by long-term ownership and progression, including a genuine interest in partnership A full, clean UK driving licence Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a full-service development offering from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one A clear long-term pathway, with partnership a genuine possibility for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, and a comprehensive benefits package This position is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert Recruitment on behalf of Berrys. All applications and enquiries will be directed to Joshua Robert Recruitment. By applying for this role, you consent to Joshua Robert Recruitment holding and processing your personal data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your details will not be passed to any third party without your prior consent. INDS
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and unlock opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. We're large enough to offer a diverse range of projects and career opportunities, yet small enough to give you real autonomy. We offer the chance to build meaningful relationships and the space to grow your skills. This is a leadership position. The incoming Planning and Development Lead will take ownership of building and scaling a full-service development offering at Berrys, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The role sits at the partner level and will be treated as such. Berrys is looking for a leader, not just a deliverer, and expects the right person to shape planning and development in Kettering for years to come. Key Responsibilities Take autonomous ownership of the planning and development service line in Kettering, setting its direction and driving its growth Build and manage a strong pipeline of instructions from landowners, developers, promoters and investors across Northamptonshire Deliver technical planning consultancy across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land Provide strategic planning advice and lead on pre-application engagement, planning applications, appeals and post-planning work Draw on and coordinate the wider Berrys team across architecture, building surveying, valuation and land promotion to deliver a joined-up, full-service offering Identify and convert new business opportunities, including cross-referrals from existing Berrys clients across the practice Build a strong personal presence and profile for Berrys in the Northamptonshire market through networking and business development activity Grow the team over time, with the ability to recruit and develop people around you as the offering scales Contribute to the commercial direction and strategic planning of the wider business alongside the Berrys leadership team Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven planning professional, ready to operate at a senior or partner level: MRTPI / MRICS qualified, with significant post-qualification experience in a planning or development consultancy environment Broad planning knowledge across multiple sectors, with an understanding of the wider development process Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify and convert business opportunities Confident and credible at a senior level, comfortable engaging with clients, agents, local authorities and wider stakeholders An appetite for business development that goes beyond duty someone who finds it genuinely energising Experience of, or an appetite to embrace, a multi-disciplinary practice environment and the opportunities it creates for clients Motivated by long-term ownership and progression, including a genuine interest in partnership A full, clean UK driving licence Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a full-service development offering from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one A clear long-term pathway, with partnership a genuine possibility for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, and a comprehensive benefits package This position is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert Recruitment on behalf of Berrys. All applications and enquiries will be directed to Joshua Robert Recruitment. By applying for this role, you consent to Joshua Robert Recruitment holding and processing your personal data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your details will not be passed to any third party without your prior consent. INDS
Your new firm Our client is a well-established UK law firm known for its progressive outlook, collaborative culture, and clear growth ambitions. It has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice across a diverse range of sectors, combining technical expertise with a genuinely supportive and people-focused environment. The firm acts for a broad and high-calibre client base, including investors, developers, corporate occupiers, and asset managers. It is also recognised for providing excellent career development opportunities within a culture that promotes flexibility, innovation, and long-term progression. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Property Associate to join a well-established and growing team in Southampton, with hybrid working available. You will work on a broad range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, asset management and landlord and tenant work. The role offers strong exposure to high-quality work, as well as the opportunity to take ownership of transactions and play a key role in client relationships. Alongside your own caseload, you will support on more complex strategic projects and collaborate closely with colleagues across other practice areas to provide joined-up, commercial advice. This is a visible role within the team, offering the chance to build your profile, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified solicitor in England and Wales with experience in commercial property, likely at least 2 years' PQE level. You should have a solid grounding in commercial property transactions and asset management work, and be confident managing your own matters with appropriate supervision. Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive, commercially focused approach will be key. A genuine interest in developing your career within a supportive and ambitious team is also important. What you'll get in return You will be joining a firm that places real emphasis on career progression, professional development and employee wellbeing. The firm offers high-quality work comparable to leading city practices, combined with a more balanced and inclusive working environment. You can expect a competitive salary, a performance-related bonus, hybrid working options, and access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal development. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career within a firm that is genuinely invested in its people. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it further, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role isn't quite the right fit but you are considering new opportunities within commercial property, I would still be very happy to speak. We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have developed the appropriate level of experience; however, applications from candidates with slightly more or less experience are equally encouraged. 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 (url removed)
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Your new firm Our client is a well-established UK law firm known for its progressive outlook, collaborative culture, and clear growth ambitions. It has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice across a diverse range of sectors, combining technical expertise with a genuinely supportive and people-focused environment. The firm acts for a broad and high-calibre client base, including investors, developers, corporate occupiers, and asset managers. It is also recognised for providing excellent career development opportunities within a culture that promotes flexibility, innovation, and long-term progression. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Property Associate to join a well-established and growing team in Southampton, with hybrid working available. You will work on a broad range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, asset management and landlord and tenant work. The role offers strong exposure to high-quality work, as well as the opportunity to take ownership of transactions and play a key role in client relationships. Alongside your own caseload, you will support on more complex strategic projects and collaborate closely with colleagues across other practice areas to provide joined-up, commercial advice. This is a visible role within the team, offering the chance to build your profile, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified solicitor in England and Wales with experience in commercial property, likely at least 2 years' PQE level. You should have a solid grounding in commercial property transactions and asset management work, and be confident managing your own matters with appropriate supervision. Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive, commercially focused approach will be key. A genuine interest in developing your career within a supportive and ambitious team is also important. What you'll get in return You will be joining a firm that places real emphasis on career progression, professional development and employee wellbeing. The firm offers high-quality work comparable to leading city practices, combined with a more balanced and inclusive working environment. You can expect a competitive salary, a performance-related bonus, hybrid working options, and access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal development. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career within a firm that is genuinely invested in its people. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it further, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role isn't quite the right fit but you are considering new opportunities within commercial property, I would still be very happy to speak. We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have developed the appropriate level of experience; however, applications from candidates with slightly more or less experience are equally encouraged. 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 (url removed)
