Chief Product & Technology Officer Salary: Competitive Location: Hybrid with 2 to 3 days in the London Office and Onsite with partners Contract: Permanent As the rail industry's independent safety, standards and research body the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) plays a unique role in shaping the future of Great Britain's railway. We sit at the heart of a complex national system, bringing together operators, infrastructure owners, suppliers and government using evidence, insight, digital products and standards to help the industry operate more safely, efficiently and sustainably. With a new Business Plan launching this April and the rail industry experiencing reform and rapid change in technology and data we are poised for our next exciting phase of evolution. We are now seeking a Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) to join the Executive Committee and lead this next chapter shaping how RSSB uses data, technology and product innovation to deliver greater impact, deeper collaboration and lasting value for our members and across the whole rail ecosystem. About the role This is a rare and exciting role for a leader who can combine strategic vision, product thinking, technical depth and the ability to unite a complex ecosystem around shared benefit. The CPTO is a strategic leadership role at the heart of RSSB's mission. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a full member of the Executive Committee, you will shape how RSSB uses its data, insight and technology capabilities to deliver high value, widely adopted digital products and services for the rail industry. As CPTO, you will lead the evolution of RSSB's entire product and technology portfolio. You will set a clear strategy that integrates product development, data platforms and digital services into a coherent offer that provides practical, evidence based value across the network. You will ensure that our products are user centred, interoperable and underpinned by modern engineering practices and robust governance. Collaboration and influence are critical. You will co design solutions with members, navigate differing priorities, and build consensus around shared outcomes. You will guide product adoption and real world use, helping members integrate solutions into their operations to support better decision making, improved safety and enhanced performance. Internally, you will oversee RSSB's digital and technology operations, ensuring that platforms are secure, resilient and well governed, and that the organisation makes responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI, in the context of a safety critical sector. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of around 50 colleagues across digital and technology disciplines, fostering a modern, high performing and inclusive culture. As an Executive Committee member, you will also contribute to the broader corporate leadership of RSSB, shaping organisational strategy, culture and long term direction. What you will bring/Essential Criteria Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: Strategic Vision and Outcomes : Proven experience of setting a clear digital or technology vision and translate it into measurable outcomes in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Product, Platform and Integration : Experience leading the development of digital products or platforms, including co-design with users, integration across systems, and driving adoption at scale. Technology Operations and Assurance : Sufficient depth of technology leadership to take accountability for resilient, secure and well-governed digital operations, including cyber security, architecture and service continuity. Data-Informed Innovation : Strong understanding of how data, analytics and emerging technologies (including AI) can be used to improve insight, decision-making and risk management, working effectively with specialist teams. Commercial Judgement and Value : Demonstrated ability to balance innovation with affordability, manage budgets and ensure digital investment delivers clear, measurable value for members or users. Influence, Collaboration & Sector Engagement : Credibility and skill in engaging senior leaders, aligning diverse interests and delivering shared outcomes across complex organisational or sector ecosystems. RSSB is open to considering flexible working arrangements. As part of the disability confident scheme, RSSB guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. This campaign is being supported by our advising consultants, GatenbySanderson. To arrange an informal confidential discussion please contact: For further details and to apply, please click on Apply: Closing Date: Midday, 27th March 2026
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Chief Product & Technology Officer Salary: Competitive Location: Hybrid with 2 to 3 days in the London Office and Onsite with partners Contract: Permanent As the rail industry's independent safety, standards and research body the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) plays a unique role in shaping the future of Great Britain's railway. We sit at the heart of a complex national system, bringing together operators, infrastructure owners, suppliers and government using evidence, insight, digital products and standards to help the industry operate more safely, efficiently and sustainably. With a new Business Plan launching this April and the rail industry experiencing reform and rapid change in technology and data we are poised for our next exciting phase of evolution. We are now seeking a Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) to join the Executive Committee and lead this next chapter shaping how RSSB uses data, technology and product innovation to deliver greater impact, deeper collaboration and lasting value for our members and across the whole rail ecosystem. About the role This is a rare and exciting role for a leader who can combine strategic vision, product thinking, technical depth and the ability to unite a complex ecosystem around shared benefit. The CPTO is a strategic leadership role at the heart of RSSB's mission. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a full member of the Executive Committee, you will shape how RSSB uses its data, insight and technology capabilities to deliver high value, widely adopted digital products and services for the rail industry. As CPTO, you will lead the evolution of RSSB's entire product and technology portfolio. You will set a clear strategy that integrates product development, data platforms and digital services into a coherent offer that provides practical, evidence based value across the network. You will ensure that our products are user centred, interoperable and underpinned by modern engineering practices and robust governance. Collaboration and influence are critical. You will co design solutions with members, navigate differing priorities, and build consensus around shared outcomes. You will guide product adoption and real world use, helping members integrate solutions into their operations to support better decision making, improved safety and enhanced performance. Internally, you will oversee RSSB's digital and technology operations, ensuring that platforms are secure, resilient and well governed, and that the organisation makes responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI, in the context of a safety critical sector. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of around 50 colleagues across digital and technology disciplines, fostering a modern, high performing and inclusive culture. As an Executive Committee member, you will also contribute to the broader corporate leadership of RSSB, shaping organisational strategy, culture and long term direction. What you will bring/Essential Criteria Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: Strategic Vision and Outcomes : Proven experience of setting a clear digital or technology vision and translate it into measurable outcomes in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Product, Platform and Integration : Experience leading the development of digital products or platforms, including co-design with users, integration across systems, and driving adoption at scale. Technology Operations and Assurance : Sufficient depth of technology leadership to take accountability for resilient, secure and well-governed digital operations, including cyber security, architecture and service continuity. Data-Informed Innovation : Strong understanding of how data, analytics and emerging technologies (including AI) can be used to improve insight, decision-making and risk management, working effectively with specialist teams. Commercial Judgement and Value : Demonstrated ability to balance innovation with affordability, manage budgets and ensure digital investment delivers clear, measurable value for members or users. Influence, Collaboration & Sector Engagement : Credibility and skill in engaging senior leaders, aligning diverse interests and delivering shared outcomes across complex organisational or sector ecosystems. RSSB is open to considering flexible working arrangements. As part of the disability confident scheme, RSSB guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. This campaign is being supported by our advising consultants, GatenbySanderson. To arrange an informal confidential discussion please contact: For further details and to apply, please click on Apply: Closing Date: Midday, 27th March 2026
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-quality consultancy at a genuinely formative point in your career. The business operates at the intersection of architecture, development and strategic advisory and they're now looking for an Associate who wants more than just a title change. This role is about building a long-term career, with a clear and realistic pathway through to Director level. The Role You'll work closely with senior leadership across a range of advisory and delivery-focused projects, supporting clients from early feasibility through to delivery strategy. This is not a back-office Associate position - you'll be exposed to clients early, trusted with responsibility, and encouraged to shape both projects and the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting workstreams on mixed-use, residential and commercial projects Contributing to development appraisals, feasibility studies and strategic advice Preparing high-quality reports and client presentations Attending and increasingly leading client meetings Playing an active role in mentoring junior staff as the team grows Supporting fee proposals, bid submissions and client pitches Work Winning & Business Development An important part of this role is helping to grow the business. You won't be expected to arrive with a black book, but you will be encouraged to develop one. You will be involved in: Assisting with bids, proposals and presentations Building relationships with existing and new clients Identifying opportunities within live projects and networks Supporting Partners in developing new service lines and markets You'll be expected to take ownership of client relationships and contribute meaningfully to revenue generation, a key part of the journey to Director. The Opportunity This is where this role really stands out. You'll be offered: A defined progression route from Associate to Director Direct access to Partners and senior decision-makers Support with technical, commercial and business development skills Opportunities to shape the growth of the business, not just service it About You Background in development, architecture, surveying or real estate advisory Commercially aware, with a strong interest in project viability and strategy Confident with clients and comfortable in a consultative role Interested in business development and work winning, not just delivery Looking for a long-term role with influence and progression Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-quality consultancy at a genuinely formative point in your career. The business operates at the intersection of architecture, development and strategic advisory and they're now looking for an Associate who wants more than just a title change. This role is about building a long-term career, with a clear and realistic pathway through to Director level. The Role You'll work closely with senior leadership across a range of advisory and delivery-focused projects, supporting clients from early feasibility through to delivery strategy. This is not a back-office Associate position - you'll be exposed to clients early, trusted with responsibility, and encouraged to shape both projects and the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting workstreams on mixed-use, residential and commercial projects Contributing to development appraisals, feasibility studies and strategic advice Preparing high-quality reports and client presentations Attending and increasingly leading client meetings Playing an active role in mentoring junior staff as the team grows Supporting fee proposals, bid submissions and client pitches Work Winning & Business Development An important part of this role is helping to grow the business. You won't be expected to arrive with a black book, but you will be encouraged to develop one. You will be involved in: Assisting with bids, proposals and presentations Building relationships with existing and new clients Identifying opportunities within live projects and networks Supporting Partners in developing new service lines and markets You'll be expected to take ownership of client relationships and contribute meaningfully to revenue generation, a key part of the journey to Director. The Opportunity This is where this role really stands out. You'll be offered: A defined progression route from Associate to Director Direct access to Partners and senior decision-makers Support with technical, commercial and business development skills Opportunities to shape the growth of the business, not just service it About You Background in development, architecture, surveying or real estate advisory Commercially aware, with a strong interest in project viability and strategy Confident with clients and comfortable in a consultative role Interested in business development and work winning, not just delivery Looking for a long-term role with influence and progression Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
A place to make data matter Location : Bradford/Peterborough/Burnley/Stockton/Camberley, Hybrid Salary : £46,498 per annum Permanent , 35 hours per week, Monday Friday between 8am to 6pm with flexibility by agreement to support operational needs. Our client's purpose is simple: to help people have a safe and affordable place to call home. It s this belief that drives everything they do and inspires them to go above and beyond for their customers. Data is central to that mission. Which is why they're looking for a Database Administrator who sees beyond tables and queries and sees the real-world impact of getting data right. About the role Their current estate includes an on-premise Microsoft SQL Server environment which is in the process of modernisation. As the organisation modernises, they are progressively moving core systems to Azure and developing a more modular, cloud-based architecture. This role sits at the intersection of that transition: maintaining and improving existing platforms while helping design and implement their cloud-based successors. The role is embedded within the infrastructure function and works closely with application, cloud and delivery teams. You ll have the opportunity to look beyond narrow database concerns, contribute to wider platform decisions, and build practical understanding of adjacent infrastructure disciplines where it improves outcomes. What you ll be doing Working with the Senior DBA, you will: Support and improve on-premise SQL Server databases during the transition period Design and operate Azure-based database platforms Build and maintain data extraction and integration processes between on-premise and cloud systems Contribute to the development of a central data hub used by staff and downstream systems Manage normal DBA maintenance tasks Monitor and optimise performance, including indexing, query tuning and configuration Investigate issues, test changes and make evidence-based improvement Salary The spot salary for this post is £46,498 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount. What they're looking for They're looking for a DBA who enjoys understanding systems as they actually are, and improving them methodically over time. You should be comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders, from non-technical users through to senior technical specialists. You re able to adjust how you communicate without diluting technical accuracy, and you take satisfaction in helping teams reach a shared understanding and a clear technical direction. You ll be curious beyond your immediate specialism and willing to develop practical knowledge of adjacent areas such as infrastructure, networking or cloud platforms where it helps you make better technical decisions. You will ideally be comfortable with saying I don t know when it matters and be open to new learnings which could change the way in which you view a situation, a problem or a solution. A place to build a future They've got big ambitions and they're looking for people who want to grow with them. Here, you ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter. And because they believe great work deserves great rewards, here s what you can look forward to: Generous time off 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more. Health & wellbeing support Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about. Financial perks Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through their benefits platform to help your money go further. Future-focused benefits Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind. Family-friendly policies Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance. Career development From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more they'll help you grow and succeed. This is more than a job it s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do. They're Committed to Inclusion They believe diversity makes them stronger and they re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. Their recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let them know they'll make it happen. Because this isn t just a workplace it s a place to belong. Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, our client does not currently hold a sponsorship license. If you re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to their organisation and to your future, apply now. Recruitment Agencies: They work exclusively with partners on their preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role. You may have experience of the following: SQL Server DBA, Azure Database Administrator, Data Platform Engineer, Database Engineer, SQL Infrastructure Specialist, Cloud DBA, Data Systems Administrator. REF-
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
A place to make data matter Location : Bradford/Peterborough/Burnley/Stockton/Camberley, Hybrid Salary : £46,498 per annum Permanent , 35 hours per week, Monday Friday between 8am to 6pm with flexibility by agreement to support operational needs. Our client's purpose is simple: to help people have a safe and affordable place to call home. It s this belief that drives everything they do and inspires them to go above and beyond for their customers. Data is central to that mission. Which is why they're looking for a Database Administrator who sees beyond tables and queries and sees the real-world impact of getting data right. About the role Their current estate includes an on-premise Microsoft SQL Server environment which is in the process of modernisation. As the organisation modernises, they are progressively moving core systems to Azure and developing a more modular, cloud-based architecture. This role sits at the intersection of that transition: maintaining and improving existing platforms while helping design and implement their cloud-based successors. The role is embedded within the infrastructure function and works closely with application, cloud and delivery teams. You ll have the opportunity to look beyond narrow database concerns, contribute to wider platform decisions, and build practical understanding of adjacent infrastructure disciplines where it improves outcomes. What you ll be doing Working with the Senior DBA, you will: Support and improve on-premise SQL Server databases during the transition period Design and operate Azure-based database platforms Build and maintain data extraction and integration processes between on-premise and cloud systems Contribute to the development of a central data hub used by staff and downstream systems Manage normal DBA maintenance tasks Monitor and optimise performance, including indexing, query tuning and configuration Investigate issues, test changes and make evidence-based improvement Salary The spot salary for this post is £46,498 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount. What they're looking for They're looking for a DBA who enjoys understanding systems as they actually are, and improving them methodically over time. You should be comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders, from non-technical users through to senior technical specialists. You re able to adjust how you communicate without diluting technical accuracy, and you take satisfaction in helping teams reach a shared understanding and a clear technical direction. You ll be curious beyond your immediate specialism and willing to develop practical knowledge of adjacent areas such as infrastructure, networking or cloud platforms where it helps you make better technical decisions. You will ideally be comfortable with saying I don t know when it matters and be open to new learnings which could change the way in which you view a situation, a problem or a solution. A place to build a future They've got big ambitions and they're looking for people who want to grow with them. Here, you ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter. And because they believe great work deserves great rewards, here s what you can look forward to: Generous time off 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more. Health & wellbeing support Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about. Financial perks Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through their benefits platform to help your money go further. Future-focused benefits Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind. Family-friendly policies Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance. Career development From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more they'll help you grow and succeed. This is more than a job it s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do. They're Committed to Inclusion They believe diversity makes them stronger and they re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. Their recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let them know they'll make it happen. Because this isn t just a workplace it s a place to belong. Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, our client does not currently hold a sponsorship license. If you re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to their organisation and to your future, apply now. Recruitment Agencies: They work exclusively with partners on their preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role. You may have experience of the following: SQL Server DBA, Azure Database Administrator, Data Platform Engineer, Database Engineer, SQL Infrastructure Specialist, Cloud DBA, Data Systems Administrator. REF-
Location: Flexible: Reigate or Manchester area Job type: Full time Working Pattern: Hybrid 4.5 day working week (Half day Fridays) About Infinity We are building the next generation of call intelligence and AI-driven insight platforms. Over the next three years, our focus is on evolving from a strong analytics foundation into an outcome-driven, API-first platform that embeds intelligence directly into customer workflows. This is an opportunity to join us at a pivotal stage. You'll help shape both how we build and what we build, working on systems that process high-volume, high-value data and increasingly leverage AI and automation to deliver measurable customer and business outcomes. We value pragmatic engineering, clear thinking, and continuous learning. Our teams are small, autonomous, and outcome-focused, with a strong emphasis on quality, ownership, and collaboration. We are entering our next growth phase - investing in AI-powered platform scalability, operational excellence and maturity, and cost-efficient growth to support our long-term strategy and enterprise ambitions. The Role As Head of DevOps, you will lead Infinity's cloud, infrastructure, and platform reliability functions, ensuring that our systems are secure, scalable, observable, and continuously deployable. You will shape and execute the DevOps and Platform Engineering strategy, enabling high-velocity software delivery with best-in-class automation, observability, and DORA-driven performance metrics. Reporting to the CTO, you will manage a small but high-impact team of two DevOps/SRE Engineers, working closely with the other teams within the Product & Engineering (P&E) organisation to build the next-generation operational foundation for Infinity's AI-driven SaaS platform. About You This should include the 4 to 5 key Infinity behaviours needed for the role eg: To succeed in Infinity and this role you need to be able to work smart, hard and with a positive energy. You work at pace always looking for ways to improve things and with an eye on the results. You are a creative thinker who dares to do things differently. Being a team player is essential. In Infinity that means being open, honest, consistent and fair and contributing to a sense of purpose and positive team morale. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Define and execute Infinity's DevOps and Platform Engineering roadmap aligned with product and engineering strategy. Lead and mentor two DevOps/SRE Engineers, developing a culture of automation, reliability, and continuous improvement. Drive adoption of DORA metrics (Deployment Frequency, Lead Time for Change, MTTR, Change Failure Rate) as core operational KPIs. Partner with the Head of Engineering and CTO to set and deliver uptime, scalability, and efficiency objectives. Infrastructure & Cloud Management Own the design, governance, and optimisation of AWS-based infrastructure, ensuring scalability, cost efficiency, and resilience. Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Puppet for environment provisioning, configuration, and compliance automation. Lead the management and optimisation of serverless and event-driven architectures, leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and related services. Oversee cloud cost management, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. CI/CD & Automation Oversee the design and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions) to ensure rapid, low-risk deployments. Embed automated testing, code quality gates, and policy-as-code enforcement. Implement progressive delivery techniques such as blue/green and canary deployments to reduce risk. Integrate DevSecOps practices, automating security scanning, dependency management, and compliance checks. Observability, Reliability & Incident Management Establish and maintain platform-wide observability through dashboards, alerts, SLOs, SLIs, and SLAs. Use modern observability stacks (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, ELK) for proactive monitoring and root cause analysis. Lead post-incident reviews and ensure continuous improvement through robust RCA and feedback loops. Own and report on service reliability metrics (availability, latency, throughput, error rates) to leadership. Security, Compliance & Governance Ensure DevOps practices uphold ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other relevant compliance standards. Oversee secrets management, identity and access controls, and vulnerability scanning across environments. Partner with the Head of Engineering to ensure continuous compliance and audit readiness. Embed DevSecOps principles to automate compliance validation and shift security left in the development lifecycle. Collaboration & Reporting Collaborate with the other teams within the P&E organisation, including Product, Solutions, Data, Engineering and Quality, to ensure smooth integration between development, deployment, and operations. Provide regular operational reports on uptime, incident performance, DORA metrics, and infrastructure efficiency. Work closely with the Head of Engineering on roadmap alignment, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Competencies & Experience 7+ years' experience in DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure roles, including 3+ years in a leadership or senior technical capacity. Proven expertise in AWS (Lambda, EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, Route53) and IaC (Terraform, Puppet, or Pulumi). Strong knowledge of CI/CD tooling, observability stacks, and cloud security best practices. Demonstrated experience applying DORA metrics and improving delivery performance. Deep understanding of network security, identity management, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC2, GDPR). Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a mindset for automation and continuous improvement. Desirable Experience supporting AI/ML or real-time analytics workloads. AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or equivalent certification. Experience within MarTech, call-tracking, or voice analytics SaaS environments. Prior involvement in ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS certification or audit evidence processes. Benefits you can enjoy 4.5 day working week (Half day every Friday- 1pm finish) 25 days holiday (with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year) Private single medical insurance Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance (4x Salary) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Tech Scheme Loan (of up to £2,000 per year) Ride to Work Scheme Season Ticket Loan Dedicated annual company and team social budget At infinity, our aim is to be the best call tracking provider in the world and to do that we welcome our employees with open arms and create an environment where you can bring your best self, every day! We're an equal opportunities employer. That means we'll never discriminate based on race, religion, origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, social economics status or disability status. In fact, our recruitment process is completely anonymised, and we don't see any of your personal details when we review your application. At Infinity, we don't treat our hiring process as a box ticking exercise and we're just as interested in team fit as we are technical fit. So, even if you don't meet all the requirements listed in one of our vacancies, get in touch with us anyway because we'd love to hear from you
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Location: Flexible: Reigate or Manchester area Job type: Full time Working Pattern: Hybrid 4.5 day working week (Half day Fridays) About Infinity We are building the next generation of call intelligence and AI-driven insight platforms. Over the next three years, our focus is on evolving from a strong analytics foundation into an outcome-driven, API-first platform that embeds intelligence directly into customer workflows. This is an opportunity to join us at a pivotal stage. You'll help shape both how we build and what we build, working on systems that process high-volume, high-value data and increasingly leverage AI and automation to deliver measurable customer and business outcomes. We value pragmatic engineering, clear thinking, and continuous learning. Our teams are small, autonomous, and outcome-focused, with a strong emphasis on quality, ownership, and collaboration. We are entering our next growth phase - investing in AI-powered platform scalability, operational excellence and maturity, and cost-efficient growth to support our long-term strategy and enterprise ambitions. The Role As Head of DevOps, you will lead Infinity's cloud, infrastructure, and platform reliability functions, ensuring that our systems are secure, scalable, observable, and continuously deployable. You will shape and execute the DevOps and Platform Engineering strategy, enabling high-velocity software delivery with best-in-class automation, observability, and DORA-driven performance metrics. Reporting to the CTO, you will manage a small but high-impact team of two DevOps/SRE Engineers, working closely with the other teams within the Product & Engineering (P&E) organisation to build the next-generation operational foundation for Infinity's AI-driven SaaS platform. About You This should include the 4 to 5 key Infinity behaviours needed for the role eg: To succeed in Infinity and this role you need to be able to work smart, hard and with a positive energy. You work at pace always looking for ways to improve things and with an eye on the results. You are a creative thinker who dares to do things differently. Being a team player is essential. In Infinity that means being open, honest, consistent and fair and contributing to a sense of purpose and positive team morale. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Define and execute Infinity's DevOps and Platform Engineering roadmap aligned with product and engineering strategy. Lead and mentor two DevOps/SRE Engineers, developing a culture of automation, reliability, and continuous improvement. Drive adoption of DORA metrics (Deployment Frequency, Lead Time for Change, MTTR, Change Failure Rate) as core operational KPIs. Partner with the Head of Engineering and CTO to set and deliver uptime, scalability, and efficiency objectives. Infrastructure & Cloud Management Own the design, governance, and optimisation of AWS-based infrastructure, ensuring scalability, cost efficiency, and resilience. Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Puppet for environment provisioning, configuration, and compliance automation. Lead the management and optimisation of serverless and event-driven architectures, leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and related services. Oversee cloud cost management, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. CI/CD & Automation Oversee the design and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions) to ensure rapid, low-risk deployments. Embed automated testing, code quality gates, and policy-as-code enforcement. Implement progressive delivery techniques such as blue/green and canary deployments to reduce risk. Integrate DevSecOps practices, automating security scanning, dependency management, and compliance checks. Observability, Reliability & Incident Management Establish and maintain platform-wide observability through dashboards, alerts, SLOs, SLIs, and SLAs. Use modern observability stacks (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, ELK) for proactive monitoring and root cause analysis. Lead post-incident reviews and ensure continuous improvement through robust RCA and feedback loops. Own and report on service reliability metrics (availability, latency, throughput, error rates) to leadership. Security, Compliance & Governance Ensure DevOps practices uphold ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other relevant compliance standards. Oversee secrets management, identity and access controls, and vulnerability scanning across environments. Partner with the Head of Engineering to ensure continuous compliance and audit readiness. Embed DevSecOps principles to automate compliance validation and shift security left in the development lifecycle. Collaboration & Reporting Collaborate with the other teams within the P&E organisation, including Product, Solutions, Data, Engineering and Quality, to ensure smooth integration between development, deployment, and operations. Provide regular operational reports on uptime, incident performance, DORA metrics, and infrastructure efficiency. Work closely with the Head of Engineering on roadmap alignment, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Competencies & Experience 7+ years' experience in DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure roles, including 3+ years in a leadership or senior technical capacity. Proven expertise in AWS (Lambda, EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, Route53) and IaC (Terraform, Puppet, or Pulumi). Strong knowledge of CI/CD tooling, observability stacks, and cloud security best practices. Demonstrated experience applying DORA metrics and improving delivery performance. Deep understanding of network security, identity management, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC2, GDPR). Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a mindset for automation and continuous improvement. Desirable Experience supporting AI/ML or real-time analytics workloads. AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or equivalent certification. Experience within MarTech, call-tracking, or voice analytics SaaS environments. Prior involvement in ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS certification or audit evidence processes. Benefits you can enjoy 4.5 day working week (Half day every Friday- 1pm finish) 25 days holiday (with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year) Private single medical insurance Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance (4x Salary) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Tech Scheme Loan (of up to £2,000 per year) Ride to Work Scheme Season Ticket Loan Dedicated annual company and team social budget At infinity, our aim is to be the best call tracking provider in the world and to do that we welcome our employees with open arms and create an environment where you can bring your best self, every day! We're an equal opportunities employer. That means we'll never discriminate based on race, religion, origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, social economics status or disability status. In fact, our recruitment process is completely anonymised, and we don't see any of your personal details when we review your application. At Infinity, we don't treat our hiring process as a box ticking exercise and we're just as interested in team fit as we are technical fit. So, even if you don't meet all the requirements listed in one of our vacancies, get in touch with us anyway because we'd love to hear from you
At Sabio Group, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where employees thrive. Since 1998, we've built a dynamic culture that is both challenging and fun, driven by a team of ambitious, knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about leading the CX revolution. We're seeking creative, resourceful people to join our fast growing organisation, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a culture of continuous learning. We work with some of the world's largest organisations across various industries, delivering exceptional digital customer experiences through our unique blend of expertise, technology, and insight. As one of Europe's fastest growing providers of CX transformation solutions, we're committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse society we serve. Join us and help shape the future of customer experience. We are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Client Director to join our sales team. The Client Director is responsible for the strategic development and long term retention of high value client accounts and partners. This role is critical to significantly increasing Sabio's share of addressable spend by building deep, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and aligning Sabio's portfolio of solutions to the client's evolving business priorities. Acting as the executive sponsor and primary commercial lead, the Client Director owns the end to end sales strategy and execution for the account. Success will be measured by account growth, client satisfaction, and the ability to drive transformation through insight led selling and consultative engagement. Key Responsibilities Strategic Account Ownership Serve as the single point of contact for a flagship client, managing all aspects of the commercial relationship. Build and sustain executive level relationships, understanding strategic drivers to identify where Sabio can add long term value. Drive growth by positioning Sabio as a trusted partner for innovation, digital transformation, and operational efficiency. Commercial and Sales Leadership Develop and execute a robust, insight led account plan aligned to Sabio's revenue and margin targets. Manage a high quality pipeline across the full breadth of Sabio's products, services, and IP. Lead the pricing, win strategy, and commercial negotiation of complex, high value contracts. Customer Success and Advocacy Create proactive demand through tailored value propositions linked to the client's key priorities. Lead solution design with internal presales, consultancy, and delivery teams to ensure client needs are met. Support adoption of new technologies, helping the client transition to cloud based and digital first architectures. Internal Leadership and Collaboration Act as the voice of the client internally, influencing Sabio's go to market approach and ensuring aligned delivery. Provide regular account performance reporting, forecasts, and executive briefings. Support the Sales team with best practice sharing, peer coaching, and knowledge transfer. Skills Knowledge and Expertise Extensive B2B enterprise sales experience with at least 10 years managing major strategic accounts. Demonstrable success in growing a single large account through insight led, consultative selling. In depth understanding of cloud contact centre solutions, customer experience transformation, and digital innovation. Proven track record of commercial negotiation, complex deal structuring, and multi stakeholder engagement. Industry recognition or strong professional network in the CX, UCaaS, or managed services sectors. Experience with ROI led business cases and C level strategic planning. Exceptional relationship management, influencing and executive communication skills. Highly analytical and financially literate with strong commercial acumen. Comfortable leading without direct authority and operating independently with minimal support. Growth mindset and continuous improvement ethos. Technologies Cloud Contact Centre Platforms (e.g., Genesys, NICE, Avaya) Sabio's proprietary solutions and IP CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in business, sales, or a technology related field. Certifications Solution selling certifications (e.g., Challenger, MEDDIC, SPIN Selling) are advantageous. Vendor certifications (e.g., Genesys, NICE, Avaya) preferred but not essential. This is your chance to join a friendly and passionate team that will motivate you to learn and develop your career in the company. Benefits Pension Scheme Remote/Flexible work Life insurance Private health and dental care Cycle to work 28 days paid holiday a year (this includes three Sabio days) LinkedIn Learning Plus many more! (Benefits are dependent on your base location.) Strictly No Agencies; any submission of resumes without prior request from Sabio Group will not be deemed as an introduction and therefore will not warrant an introduction fee. All applicants must have the right to work in the territory to which the role relates (UK & EU). Sabio Group are unable to offer sponsorship on any roles advertised.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
At Sabio Group, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where employees thrive. Since 1998, we've built a dynamic culture that is both challenging and fun, driven by a team of ambitious, knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about leading the CX revolution. We're seeking creative, resourceful people to join our fast growing organisation, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a culture of continuous learning. We work with some of the world's largest organisations across various industries, delivering exceptional digital customer experiences through our unique blend of expertise, technology, and insight. As one of Europe's fastest growing providers of CX transformation solutions, we're committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse society we serve. Join us and help shape the future of customer experience. We are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Client Director to join our sales team. The Client Director is responsible for the strategic development and long term retention of high value client accounts and partners. This role is critical to significantly increasing Sabio's share of addressable spend by building deep, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and aligning Sabio's portfolio of solutions to the client's evolving business priorities. Acting as the executive sponsor and primary commercial lead, the Client Director owns the end to end sales strategy and execution for the account. Success will be measured by account growth, client satisfaction, and the ability to drive transformation through insight led selling and consultative engagement. Key Responsibilities Strategic Account Ownership Serve as the single point of contact for a flagship client, managing all aspects of the commercial relationship. Build and sustain executive level relationships, understanding strategic drivers to identify where Sabio can add long term value. Drive growth by positioning Sabio as a trusted partner for innovation, digital transformation, and operational efficiency. Commercial and Sales Leadership Develop and execute a robust, insight led account plan aligned to Sabio's revenue and margin targets. Manage a high quality pipeline across the full breadth of Sabio's products, services, and IP. Lead the pricing, win strategy, and commercial negotiation of complex, high value contracts. Customer Success and Advocacy Create proactive demand through tailored value propositions linked to the client's key priorities. Lead solution design with internal presales, consultancy, and delivery teams to ensure client needs are met. Support adoption of new technologies, helping the client transition to cloud based and digital first architectures. Internal Leadership and Collaboration Act as the voice of the client internally, influencing Sabio's go to market approach and ensuring aligned delivery. Provide regular account performance reporting, forecasts, and executive briefings. Support the Sales team with best practice sharing, peer coaching, and knowledge transfer. Skills Knowledge and Expertise Extensive B2B enterprise sales experience with at least 10 years managing major strategic accounts. Demonstrable success in growing a single large account through insight led, consultative selling. In depth understanding of cloud contact centre solutions, customer experience transformation, and digital innovation. Proven track record of commercial negotiation, complex deal structuring, and multi stakeholder engagement. Industry recognition or strong professional network in the CX, UCaaS, or managed services sectors. Experience with ROI led business cases and C level strategic planning. Exceptional relationship management, influencing and executive communication skills. Highly analytical and financially literate with strong commercial acumen. Comfortable leading without direct authority and operating independently with minimal support. Growth mindset and continuous improvement ethos. Technologies Cloud Contact Centre Platforms (e.g., Genesys, NICE, Avaya) Sabio's proprietary solutions and IP CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in business, sales, or a technology related field. Certifications Solution selling certifications (e.g., Challenger, MEDDIC, SPIN Selling) are advantageous. Vendor certifications (e.g., Genesys, NICE, Avaya) preferred but not essential. This is your chance to join a friendly and passionate team that will motivate you to learn and develop your career in the company. Benefits Pension Scheme Remote/Flexible work Life insurance Private health and dental care Cycle to work 28 days paid holiday a year (this includes three Sabio days) LinkedIn Learning Plus many more! (Benefits are dependent on your base location.) Strictly No Agencies; any submission of resumes without prior request from Sabio Group will not be deemed as an introduction and therefore will not warrant an introduction fee. All applicants must have the right to work in the territory to which the role relates (UK & EU). Sabio Group are unable to offer sponsorship on any roles advertised.
Principle Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C)London, Leeds, South - HybridPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive (DOE) & Flexible Benefits Role Purpose: This role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of protection schemes, control systems, and related equipment to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power networks, substations, and Transmissions and Distribution electrical infrastructure. This position requires technical expertise and vast experience working in Transmission and Distribution sector for protection & control and Substation Automation system/SCADA design (from 11kV up to 400kV). As Principal you will lead the design and specification of protection and control systems for electrical substations, powerplants, and transmission/distribution networks. Key Deliverables: As a Principal Engineer (Protection & Control) you will be required to do following: Develop protection settings, relay PSL files, coordination studies, including fault detection and isolation strategies. Lead on TSO/DNO standards & specifications with respect to P&C Design & Calculations, as well as overall Substation Design Works. He/She should ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, BS, IEEE) in protection system design. Design, implement and maintain SCADA/communication systems for a variety of clients in sectors including utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial automation and various other communication networks.? Configure and optimize network infrastructure & communication protocols such as IEC 61850; Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3); Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP); Precision Time Protocol (PTP); Network Time Protocol (NTP); Simplified Network Time Protocol (NTP), Modbus, OPC, Profibus, etc for seamless integration with field devices, including RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, etc, also ensure stable connectivity between SCADA centres & remote sites, and configure secure VPNs & remote access protocols to allow for safe, off-site monitoring and control.? Understand client requirements & produce network architecture philosophy diagram, IED telecommunication diagram, SCADA & Telecommunications Panel design, Network IP allocation, I/O Schedules, Cable & Core schedules, etc.? Assist with the setup and commissioning of SCADA systems at client sites, troubleshoot field devices and network communication issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on SCADA infrastructure and associated hardware.? Efficiently design/develop the SCADA/communication systems (e.g., Ignition, Siemens WinCC, GE iFIX, etc) to ensure real-time data acquisition and control for critical infrastructure.? Provide remote support for troubleshooting SCADA system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of critical incidents.? Conduct system upgrades, testing, and validation for new features, components, and patches.? Implement cybersecurity measures to safeguard SCADA systems against emerging threats.? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of SCADA systems.? Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers in the design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 12-15 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Candidate should have vast experience in crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations, battery sizing calculations, CT/VT sizing, multicore sizing, Relays CORTEC/specifications. Candidate should have experience in testing & commissioning of P&C, SCADA/Communication/SAS panels. Should be able to Identify potential risks and failures within protection and SCADA systems and propose mitigation strategies. Candidate should have good knowledge & experience working with AutoCAD. Candidate should have good knowledge of substation primary design and substation equipment/switchgear specifications. He/She should ensure that the design meets safety standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating protection against electrical hazards, arc flash, and other safety concerns. Candidate should have experience working in Substation Automation System (SAS)/SCADA/communication system design. Certifications (Optional): Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial. Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master's degree may be preferred for senior roles. Chartered Status (Preferred): Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Principle Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C)London, Leeds, South - HybridPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive (DOE) & Flexible Benefits Role Purpose: This role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of protection schemes, control systems, and related equipment to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power networks, substations, and Transmissions and Distribution electrical infrastructure. This position requires technical expertise and vast experience working in Transmission and Distribution sector for protection & control and Substation Automation system/SCADA design (from 11kV up to 400kV). As Principal you will lead the design and specification of protection and control systems for electrical substations, powerplants, and transmission/distribution networks. Key Deliverables: As a Principal Engineer (Protection & Control) you will be required to do following: Develop protection settings, relay PSL files, coordination studies, including fault detection and isolation strategies. Lead on TSO/DNO standards & specifications with respect to P&C Design & Calculations, as well as overall Substation Design Works. He/She should ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, BS, IEEE) in protection system design. Design, implement and maintain SCADA/communication systems for a variety of clients in sectors including utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial automation and various other communication networks.? Configure and optimize network infrastructure & communication protocols such as IEC 61850; Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3); Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP); Precision Time Protocol (PTP); Network Time Protocol (NTP); Simplified Network Time Protocol (NTP), Modbus, OPC, Profibus, etc for seamless integration with field devices, including RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, etc, also ensure stable connectivity between SCADA centres & remote sites, and configure secure VPNs & remote access protocols to allow for safe, off-site monitoring and control.? Understand client requirements & produce network architecture philosophy diagram, IED telecommunication diagram, SCADA & Telecommunications Panel design, Network IP allocation, I/O Schedules, Cable & Core schedules, etc.? Assist with the setup and commissioning of SCADA systems at client sites, troubleshoot field devices and network communication issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on SCADA infrastructure and associated hardware.? Efficiently design/develop the SCADA/communication systems (e.g., Ignition, Siemens WinCC, GE iFIX, etc) to ensure real-time data acquisition and control for critical infrastructure.? Provide remote support for troubleshooting SCADA system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of critical incidents.? Conduct system upgrades, testing, and validation for new features, components, and patches.? Implement cybersecurity measures to safeguard SCADA systems against emerging threats.? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of SCADA systems.? Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers in the design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 12-15 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Candidate should have vast experience in crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations, battery sizing calculations, CT/VT sizing, multicore sizing, Relays CORTEC/specifications. Candidate should have experience in testing & commissioning of P&C, SCADA/Communication/SAS panels. Should be able to Identify potential risks and failures within protection and SCADA systems and propose mitigation strategies. Candidate should have good knowledge & experience working with AutoCAD. Candidate should have good knowledge of substation primary design and substation equipment/switchgear specifications. He/She should ensure that the design meets safety standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating protection against electrical hazards, arc flash, and other safety concerns. Candidate should have experience working in Substation Automation System (SAS)/SCADA/communication system design. Certifications (Optional): Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial. Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master's degree may be preferred for senior roles. Chartered Status (Preferred): Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with
Principle Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C)London, Leeds, South - HybridPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive (DOE) & Flexible Benefits Role Purpose: This role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of protection schemes, control systems, and related equipment to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power networks, substations, and Transmissions and Distribution electrical infrastructure. This position requires technical expertise and vast experience working in Transmission and Distribution sector for protection & control and Substation Automation system/SCADA design (from 11kV up to 400kV). As Principal you will lead the design and specification of protection and control systems for electrical substations, powerplants, and transmission/distribution networks. Key Deliverables: As a Principal Engineer (Protection & Control) you will be required to do following: Develop protection settings, relay PSL files, coordination studies, including fault detection and isolation strategies. Lead on TSO/DNO standards & specifications with respect to P&C Design & Calculations, as well as overall Substation Design Works. He/She should ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, BS, IEEE) in protection system design. Design, implement and maintain SCADA/communication systems for a variety of clients in sectors including utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial automation and various other communication networks.? Configure and optimize network infrastructure & communication protocols such as IEC 61850; Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3); Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP); Precision Time Protocol (PTP); Network Time Protocol (NTP); Simplified Network Time Protocol (NTP), Modbus, OPC, Profibus, etc for seamless integration with field devices, including RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, etc, also ensure stable connectivity between SCADA centres & remote sites, and configure secure VPNs & remote access protocols to allow for safe, off-site monitoring and control.? Understand client requirements & produce network architecture philosophy diagram, IED telecommunication diagram, SCADA & Telecommunications Panel design, Network IP allocation, I/O Schedules, Cable & Core schedules, etc.? Assist with the setup and commissioning of SCADA systems at client sites, troubleshoot field devices and network communication issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on SCADA infrastructure and associated hardware.? Efficiently design/develop the SCADA/communication systems (e.g., Ignition, Siemens WinCC, GE iFIX, etc) to ensure real-time data acquisition and control for critical infrastructure.? Provide remote support for troubleshooting SCADA system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of critical incidents.? Conduct system upgrades, testing, and validation for new features, components, and patches.? Implement cybersecurity measures to safeguard SCADA systems against emerging threats.? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of SCADA systems.? Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers in the design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 12-15 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Candidate should have vast experience in crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations, battery sizing calculations, CT/VT sizing, multicore sizing, Relays CORTEC/specifications. Candidate should have experience in testing & commissioning of P&C, SCADA/Communication/SAS panels. Should be able to Identify potential risks and failures within protection and SCADA systems and propose mitigation strategies. Candidate should have good knowledge & experience working with AutoCAD. Candidate should have good knowledge of substation primary design and substation equipment/switchgear specifications. He/She should ensure that the design meets safety standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating protection against electrical hazards, arc flash, and other safety concerns. Candidate should have experience working in Substation Automation System (SAS)/SCADA/communication system design. Certifications (Optional): Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial. Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master's degree may be preferred for senior roles. Chartered Status (Preferred): Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Principle Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C)London, Leeds, South - HybridPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive (DOE) & Flexible Benefits Role Purpose: This role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of protection schemes, control systems, and related equipment to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power networks, substations, and Transmissions and Distribution electrical infrastructure. This position requires technical expertise and vast experience working in Transmission and Distribution sector for protection & control and Substation Automation system/SCADA design (from 11kV up to 400kV). As Principal you will lead the design and specification of protection and control systems for electrical substations, powerplants, and transmission/distribution networks. Key Deliverables: As a Principal Engineer (Protection & Control) you will be required to do following: Develop protection settings, relay PSL files, coordination studies, including fault detection and isolation strategies. Lead on TSO/DNO standards & specifications with respect to P&C Design & Calculations, as well as overall Substation Design Works. He/She should ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, BS, IEEE) in protection system design. Design, implement and maintain SCADA/communication systems for a variety of clients in sectors including utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial automation and various other communication networks.? Configure and optimize network infrastructure & communication protocols such as IEC 61850; Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3); Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP); Precision Time Protocol (PTP); Network Time Protocol (NTP); Simplified Network Time Protocol (NTP), Modbus, OPC, Profibus, etc for seamless integration with field devices, including RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, etc, also ensure stable connectivity between SCADA centres & remote sites, and configure secure VPNs & remote access protocols to allow for safe, off-site monitoring and control.? Understand client requirements & produce network architecture philosophy diagram, IED telecommunication diagram, SCADA & Telecommunications Panel design, Network IP allocation, I/O Schedules, Cable & Core schedules, etc.? Assist with the setup and commissioning of SCADA systems at client sites, troubleshoot field devices and network communication issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on SCADA infrastructure and associated hardware.? Efficiently design/develop the SCADA/communication systems (e.g., Ignition, Siemens WinCC, GE iFIX, etc) to ensure real-time data acquisition and control for critical infrastructure.? Provide remote support for troubleshooting SCADA system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of critical incidents.? Conduct system upgrades, testing, and validation for new features, components, and patches.? Implement cybersecurity measures to safeguard SCADA systems against emerging threats.? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of SCADA systems.? Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers in the design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 12-15 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Candidate should have vast experience in crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations, battery sizing calculations, CT/VT sizing, multicore sizing, Relays CORTEC/specifications. Candidate should have experience in testing & commissioning of P&C, SCADA/Communication/SAS panels. Should be able to Identify potential risks and failures within protection and SCADA systems and propose mitigation strategies. Candidate should have good knowledge & experience working with AutoCAD. Candidate should have good knowledge of substation primary design and substation equipment/switchgear specifications. He/She should ensure that the design meets safety standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating protection against electrical hazards, arc flash, and other safety concerns. Candidate should have experience working in Substation Automation System (SAS)/SCADA/communication system design. Certifications (Optional): Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial. Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master's degree may be preferred for senior roles. Chartered Status (Preferred): Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with
Director of Data & Analytics Location: London (with flexible UK office options) Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive, with a comprehensive benefits package About the Role An established UK financial services organisation is seeking a Director of Data & Analytics to define and lead its group wide data strategy. This senior leadership role will shape a modern data architecture, build a high?performing data function, and drive the adoption of advanced analytics and AI across the business. You will lead a large disparate team covering data engineering, analytics, and data science, and will play a pivotal role in embedding data literacy, strengthening governance, and enabling insight driven decisionmaking. Key Responsibilities Set and deliver the organisation's end to end data strategy Lead the design of modern cloudbased data platforms and scalable architecture Partner with business and technology leaders to drive strategic insight initiatives Build, mentor, and develop a high performing multidisciplinary data team Champion enterprise wide data adoption and literacy Strengthen data governance, quality, and lifecycle management Ensure resilient, well operated data services with strong controls and monitoring About You Proven leadership experience across data engineering, analytics and/or data science Background in financial services or other regulated environments Strategic thinker with experience delivering enterprise grade data frameworks Strong communicator able to influence across senior stakeholders Experienced in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern data tooling Skilled in coaching and developing diverse technical teams Adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable driving change What's On Offer Competitive remuneration package Pension scheme Private medical cover Income protection and life assurance Flexible holiday options Bonus scheme Family?friendly policies Study support and professional development A variety of wellbeing, social and community networks
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Director of Data & Analytics Location: London (with flexible UK office options) Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive, with a comprehensive benefits package About the Role An established UK financial services organisation is seeking a Director of Data & Analytics to define and lead its group wide data strategy. This senior leadership role will shape a modern data architecture, build a high?performing data function, and drive the adoption of advanced analytics and AI across the business. You will lead a large disparate team covering data engineering, analytics, and data science, and will play a pivotal role in embedding data literacy, strengthening governance, and enabling insight driven decisionmaking. Key Responsibilities Set and deliver the organisation's end to end data strategy Lead the design of modern cloudbased data platforms and scalable architecture Partner with business and technology leaders to drive strategic insight initiatives Build, mentor, and develop a high performing multidisciplinary data team Champion enterprise wide data adoption and literacy Strengthen data governance, quality, and lifecycle management Ensure resilient, well operated data services with strong controls and monitoring About You Proven leadership experience across data engineering, analytics and/or data science Background in financial services or other regulated environments Strategic thinker with experience delivering enterprise grade data frameworks Strong communicator able to influence across senior stakeholders Experienced in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern data tooling Skilled in coaching and developing diverse technical teams Adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable driving change What's On Offer Competitive remuneration package Pension scheme Private medical cover Income protection and life assurance Flexible holiday options Bonus scheme Family?friendly policies Study support and professional development A variety of wellbeing, social and community networks
DS&I Head of UK Centre of Excellence & Monitoring Hub (Director) The DS&I Head of the UK CoE & Monitoring Hub is a senior leadership role within Compliance Digital Strategy & Innovation. The role leads the UK Centre of Excellence, acts as the strategic relationship lead for Data Led Monitoring (DLM) across the Compliance Leadership Team, and is accountable for delivering scalable analytical and digital solutions in close partnership with our Pune DS&I CoE. This position plays a critical role in aligning digital strategy with Compliance needs while upholding the highest standards of governance, risk management, and innovation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Relationship Management Serve as the primary relationship lead for DLM across the Compliance Leadership Team. Build strong partnerships across UK and Europe to align digital strategy with oversight goals. Represent the UK DS&I CoE in regional and global innovation forums. Maintain close working relationships with CTO and CIO partners to stay aligned with enterprise wide digital developments. Centre of Excellence Leadership Lead and develop the UK DS&I CoE, including AI, analytics, and automation talent. Establish the UK CoE as a hub for digital innovation and AI experimentation. Drive consistency in tooling, methodologies, and governance through close partnership with the Pune DS&I CoE. Data Led Monitoring (DLM) Delivery Oversee analytical design and build for DLM, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. Collaborate with data science, technology, and compliance teams to deliver high quality monitoring capabilities. Leverage offshore delivery teams for build, testing, and deployment of analytical solutions. Governance & Risk Ensure all digital initiatives adhere to governance, privacy, and regulatory expectations. Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with digital transformation and data led approaches. What You'll Bring Significant senior leadership experience in digital strategy, innovation, or analytics, ideally within financial services or regulated environments. Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and data governance. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross functional teams. Experience delivering complex data and analytics programmes in compliance, oversight, or similar domains. Excellent communication skills and strategic planning capability. Expertise in AI/ML, digital transformation, and data led monitoring. Familiarity with European regulatory contexts and experience working with offshore centres, particularly in India. A leadership style that inspires innovation and drives change at scale. About DS&I Digital Strategy & Innovation (DS&I) is the strategic engine for digital transformation within Compliance. Our mission is to embed data driven oversight, modern analytics, and forward looking digital capabilities across the function. We partner closely with Compliance leaders, Technology, and global DS&I teams to deliver: Digital strategy and future state design Scalable AI, automation, and analytics capabilities High quality digital products and monitoring solutions A consistent, modernised, and innovative user experience Governance, tooling standards, and methodological excellence The DS&I team operates as a global network, with UK and Pune Centres of Excellence jointly delivering digital solutions that meet the evolving needs of Compliance and the wider organisation. Purpose of the role To lead the development and execution of the bank's Data & Analytics strategy, aligned with the bank's overall business goals and risk appetite, ensuring data is used effectively to drive business growth, optimise operations, and mitigate risks. Accountabilities Enablement of Business or Function Unit Strategy through fostering and embedding a comprehensive understanding of how data can be used, bringing thought leadership on best practices and new capabilities to deliver Business outcomes. Adherence to data policies standards and controls and inform this over time, driving Data Quality in support of use cases. Partnership with the Business or Function leadership to lead the definition and prioritisation of data use cases, business data products and their implementation and realisation of benefit. Prioritisation of activity required for Data and Analytics and challenge the overall end to end design and architecture. Director Expectations To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Contribute to and influence policy and procedures for the function and plan, manage and consult on multiple complex and critical strategic projects, which may be business wide. They manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business. Or for an individual contributor, they lead organisation wide projects and act as deep technical expert and thought leader, identifying new ways of working and collaborating cross functionally. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function, offering significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Manage, coordinate and enable resourcing, budgeting and policy creation for a significant sub-function. Escalates breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Foster and guide compliance, ensure regulations are observed that relevant processes in place to facilitate adherence. Focus on the external environment, regulators, or advocacy groups to both monitor and influence on behalf of Barclays, when appropriate. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of how the function integrates with the business division / Group to achieve the overall business objectives. Maintain broad and comprehensive knowledge of industry theories and practices within own discipline alongside up to date relevant sector / functional knowledge, and insight into external market developments / initiatives. Use interpretative thinking and advanced analytical skills to solve problems and design solutions in often complex/ sensitive situations. Exercise management authority to make significant decisions and certain strategic decisions or recommendations within own area. Negotiate with and influence stakeholders at a senior level both internally and externally. Act as principal contact point for key clients and counterparts in other functions/ businesses divisions. Mandated as a spokesperson for the function and business division.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
DS&I Head of UK Centre of Excellence & Monitoring Hub (Director) The DS&I Head of the UK CoE & Monitoring Hub is a senior leadership role within Compliance Digital Strategy & Innovation. The role leads the UK Centre of Excellence, acts as the strategic relationship lead for Data Led Monitoring (DLM) across the Compliance Leadership Team, and is accountable for delivering scalable analytical and digital solutions in close partnership with our Pune DS&I CoE. This position plays a critical role in aligning digital strategy with Compliance needs while upholding the highest standards of governance, risk management, and innovation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Relationship Management Serve as the primary relationship lead for DLM across the Compliance Leadership Team. Build strong partnerships across UK and Europe to align digital strategy with oversight goals. Represent the UK DS&I CoE in regional and global innovation forums. Maintain close working relationships with CTO and CIO partners to stay aligned with enterprise wide digital developments. Centre of Excellence Leadership Lead and develop the UK DS&I CoE, including AI, analytics, and automation talent. Establish the UK CoE as a hub for digital innovation and AI experimentation. Drive consistency in tooling, methodologies, and governance through close partnership with the Pune DS&I CoE. Data Led Monitoring (DLM) Delivery Oversee analytical design and build for DLM, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. Collaborate with data science, technology, and compliance teams to deliver high quality monitoring capabilities. Leverage offshore delivery teams for build, testing, and deployment of analytical solutions. Governance & Risk Ensure all digital initiatives adhere to governance, privacy, and regulatory expectations. Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with digital transformation and data led approaches. What You'll Bring Significant senior leadership experience in digital strategy, innovation, or analytics, ideally within financial services or regulated environments. Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and data governance. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross functional teams. Experience delivering complex data and analytics programmes in compliance, oversight, or similar domains. Excellent communication skills and strategic planning capability. Expertise in AI/ML, digital transformation, and data led monitoring. Familiarity with European regulatory contexts and experience working with offshore centres, particularly in India. A leadership style that inspires innovation and drives change at scale. About DS&I Digital Strategy & Innovation (DS&I) is the strategic engine for digital transformation within Compliance. Our mission is to embed data driven oversight, modern analytics, and forward looking digital capabilities across the function. We partner closely with Compliance leaders, Technology, and global DS&I teams to deliver: Digital strategy and future state design Scalable AI, automation, and analytics capabilities High quality digital products and monitoring solutions A consistent, modernised, and innovative user experience Governance, tooling standards, and methodological excellence The DS&I team operates as a global network, with UK and Pune Centres of Excellence jointly delivering digital solutions that meet the evolving needs of Compliance and the wider organisation. Purpose of the role To lead the development and execution of the bank's Data & Analytics strategy, aligned with the bank's overall business goals and risk appetite, ensuring data is used effectively to drive business growth, optimise operations, and mitigate risks. Accountabilities Enablement of Business or Function Unit Strategy through fostering and embedding a comprehensive understanding of how data can be used, bringing thought leadership on best practices and new capabilities to deliver Business outcomes. Adherence to data policies standards and controls and inform this over time, driving Data Quality in support of use cases. Partnership with the Business or Function leadership to lead the definition and prioritisation of data use cases, business data products and their implementation and realisation of benefit. Prioritisation of activity required for Data and Analytics and challenge the overall end to end design and architecture. Director Expectations To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Contribute to and influence policy and procedures for the function and plan, manage and consult on multiple complex and critical strategic projects, which may be business wide. They manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business. Or for an individual contributor, they lead organisation wide projects and act as deep technical expert and thought leader, identifying new ways of working and collaborating cross functionally. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function, offering significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Manage, coordinate and enable resourcing, budgeting and policy creation for a significant sub-function. Escalates breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Foster and guide compliance, ensure regulations are observed that relevant processes in place to facilitate adherence. Focus on the external environment, regulators, or advocacy groups to both monitor and influence on behalf of Barclays, when appropriate. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of how the function integrates with the business division / Group to achieve the overall business objectives. Maintain broad and comprehensive knowledge of industry theories and practices within own discipline alongside up to date relevant sector / functional knowledge, and insight into external market developments / initiatives. Use interpretative thinking and advanced analytical skills to solve problems and design solutions in often complex/ sensitive situations. Exercise management authority to make significant decisions and certain strategic decisions or recommendations within own area. Negotiate with and influence stakeholders at a senior level both internally and externally. Act as principal contact point for key clients and counterparts in other functions/ businesses divisions. Mandated as a spokesperson for the function and business division.
Presales Solution Architect Department: Connectivity Employment Type: Permanent Location: Remote, UK Description WE'RE RECRUITING! Location: Home-based with travel to customer sites when required Salary: Competitive base + benefits Job Type: Permanent About Nasstar At Nasstar, we specialise in transformative technology. Our integrated suite of managed services delivers everything from cloud optimisation and application modernisation to networking and self-serve tools. With a consultative approach at our core, we modernise and manage technology to help our clients succeed in today's business landscape. With an impressive portfolio of customers, supporting the modern business is what we do, and we're pretty good at it if we do say so ourselves! But delivering greater flexibility and improved efficiencies to our clients wouldn't be possible without the right team on board. We are lucky enough to be supported by a talented bunch - from technical specialists to marketing consultants, and strategic sales heads. Could you be one of them? Modernise to maximise More information about the Nasstar Group and our businesses can be found on their respective websites. Be sure to check out our customer success stories where you can learn more about the industry leading clients we work with! About the Role The successful candidate will join Nasstar's Presales team and be responsible for the scoping and creation of technical presales solutions and documentation and for supporting the sales community in client engagements. The role requires a confident, experienced, and self motivated individual who is able to work with minimal supervision and who is comfortable working with a broad range of clients at all organisational levels in both technical and business discussions. Central to the role will be the creation and review of compelling solution based proposals, demonstrations, RFI/RFPs, implementation strategies, designs and Statements of Work documents. The role will also involve liaison with other Nasstar teams - including Sales (the primary interaction), Bid Management, Product & Propositions, Technical Delivery, Project Management and Support & Managed Service teams. The successful candidate will also need to be flexible in relation to working from home and business travel. The successful candidate will have the experience and confidence to be able to advise clients in relation to Wide Area and Local Area Networking technologies with a particular focus on secure networking concepts such as SD WAN, SD Branch and SASE type architectures to include the provision of services such as ZTNA, CASB & FWAAS, SWG. Responsibilities The Customer Solutions Architect operates in a Presales capacity, engaging at a senior level to define and own the customers technology strategy. Engagement in a consultative manner is key to the success of this role, working with customers to shape their thinking and to build sales pipeline. The successful candidate will work on high value high complexity requests from existing customers and competitive RFI/ITT type engagements for products and services offered in the secure connectivity area of our product portfolio. They will manage the technical components of the sales process for a given customer and will be required to scope, solution and create customer facing commercial artefacts for engagements. What we are looking for Must be able to produce sales supporting documentation. Lead the creation of a response on an opportunity or customer basis, including creating and formatting the content, ensuring the quality of the response, and ensuring timely delivery, covering all aspects including requirements capture/scope of engagement, solution design, and project definition. Ensure that all proposals are technically sound, peer reviewed and approved by appropriate TDA. They will also be commercially correct and signed off by key stakeholders. Must be able to build strong client and team relationships. Experience dealing with customers and business stakeholders, at all levels including senior customer stakeholders. Confident, credible and authoritative demeanour - to influence customers and stakeholders. Provide collaboration and support: Assist and mentor other Pre Sales Consultants in the execution of the above responsibilities. Provide support for cross business unit opportunities. Must be confident and capable of presenting and running client workshops. Strong presentation skills. Ability to determine client needs and find technical solutions. Talk confidently/credibly about the chosen technologies. Influence stakeholders. Must be able to manage their own time successfully. Ability to engage and deliver on multiple projects concurrently. Essential Skills Recognised IT certifications from networking technology vendors including Fortinet and Cisco. Experience leading customer strategy, engaging with sellers, multivendors and dealing pipeline. Extensive IT/Telecoms technical experience. Recent experience of working in a Pre Sales capacity designing complex Enterprise Networking solutions across Security, WAN, LAN. Demonstrable knowledge of the technologies listed below. SD WAN SASE ZTNA Firewall, IDS/IPS, DDOS Cloud based security services IP Networking Routing protocols, BGP, VRRP, HSRP MPLS LAN (Wired & Wireless) Public Cloud network connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect) Experience of the above solutions from vendors including Fortinet and Cisco Experience in working with service transition teams around service onboarding and operation acceptance requirements. Demonstratable experience in large network transformation engagements and connecting enterprise networks to Public Cloud vendors like Microsoft and AWS. Must be commercially aware and able to build an accurate cost base for a given solution. Experience or understanding of working with Managed Network Services. What you can expect from us At Nasstar, we know the importance of looking after our employees - after all, it's the team that underpins our business! In addition to a competitive salary, supportive teams, and a real opportunity to progress in your career with a forward thinking organisation, our benefits package includes: 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) + Your Birthday Off Flexible working - it's important to maintain a work/life balance, as such, we will consider any written request for flexible working Virtual working - we practice what we preach and empower our people to work remotely Top tech - Leading services and solutions aren't just for our clients; we supply best of breed software and hardware for all our staff too 4x annual salary life assurance Health cash plan Retail discounts and other perks from major brands Reasons to choose a career with Nasstar We recognise and understand the importance of creating a work environment that supports personal development, enabling individuals to reach their full potential and go beyond what they thought was possible. With so many diverse roles across the company, an excellent Apprenticeship scheme, and several training and development programmes available, the opportunities for growth are endless. Which career path will you choose? Equal Opportunities Our ultimate goal is to create an environment where diversity is not only welcomed but celebrated, where every employee feels a sense of belonging, and where our collective differences drive our collective success. By embracing diversity, practicing inclusion, and striving for equity, we aim to be a leader in our industry and a model for organisations worldwide. Diversity is not just a statement; it's our way of life at Nasstar. We welcome applications even if you don't think you match 100% of the role selection criteria. A note for agencies Nasstar has an in-house recruitment team who work hard to successfully find the very best candidates. Therefore, we cannot accept agency submissions for any of our roles. Key Responsibilities The Customer Solutions Architect operates in a Presales capacity, engaging at a senior level to define and own the customers technology strategy. Engagement in a consultative manner is key to the success of this role, working with customers to shape their thinking and to build sales pipeline. The successful candidate will work on high value high complexity requests from existing customers and competitive RFI/ITT type engagements for products and services offered in the secure connectivity area of our product portfolio. They will manage the technical components of the sales process for a given customer and will be required to scope, solution and create customer facing commercial artefacts for engagements.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Presales Solution Architect Department: Connectivity Employment Type: Permanent Location: Remote, UK Description WE'RE RECRUITING! Location: Home-based with travel to customer sites when required Salary: Competitive base + benefits Job Type: Permanent About Nasstar At Nasstar, we specialise in transformative technology. Our integrated suite of managed services delivers everything from cloud optimisation and application modernisation to networking and self-serve tools. With a consultative approach at our core, we modernise and manage technology to help our clients succeed in today's business landscape. With an impressive portfolio of customers, supporting the modern business is what we do, and we're pretty good at it if we do say so ourselves! But delivering greater flexibility and improved efficiencies to our clients wouldn't be possible without the right team on board. We are lucky enough to be supported by a talented bunch - from technical specialists to marketing consultants, and strategic sales heads. Could you be one of them? Modernise to maximise More information about the Nasstar Group and our businesses can be found on their respective websites. Be sure to check out our customer success stories where you can learn more about the industry leading clients we work with! About the Role The successful candidate will join Nasstar's Presales team and be responsible for the scoping and creation of technical presales solutions and documentation and for supporting the sales community in client engagements. The role requires a confident, experienced, and self motivated individual who is able to work with minimal supervision and who is comfortable working with a broad range of clients at all organisational levels in both technical and business discussions. Central to the role will be the creation and review of compelling solution based proposals, demonstrations, RFI/RFPs, implementation strategies, designs and Statements of Work documents. The role will also involve liaison with other Nasstar teams - including Sales (the primary interaction), Bid Management, Product & Propositions, Technical Delivery, Project Management and Support & Managed Service teams. The successful candidate will also need to be flexible in relation to working from home and business travel. The successful candidate will have the experience and confidence to be able to advise clients in relation to Wide Area and Local Area Networking technologies with a particular focus on secure networking concepts such as SD WAN, SD Branch and SASE type architectures to include the provision of services such as ZTNA, CASB & FWAAS, SWG. Responsibilities The Customer Solutions Architect operates in a Presales capacity, engaging at a senior level to define and own the customers technology strategy. Engagement in a consultative manner is key to the success of this role, working with customers to shape their thinking and to build sales pipeline. The successful candidate will work on high value high complexity requests from existing customers and competitive RFI/ITT type engagements for products and services offered in the secure connectivity area of our product portfolio. They will manage the technical components of the sales process for a given customer and will be required to scope, solution and create customer facing commercial artefacts for engagements. What we are looking for Must be able to produce sales supporting documentation. Lead the creation of a response on an opportunity or customer basis, including creating and formatting the content, ensuring the quality of the response, and ensuring timely delivery, covering all aspects including requirements capture/scope of engagement, solution design, and project definition. Ensure that all proposals are technically sound, peer reviewed and approved by appropriate TDA. They will also be commercially correct and signed off by key stakeholders. Must be able to build strong client and team relationships. Experience dealing with customers and business stakeholders, at all levels including senior customer stakeholders. Confident, credible and authoritative demeanour - to influence customers and stakeholders. Provide collaboration and support: Assist and mentor other Pre Sales Consultants in the execution of the above responsibilities. Provide support for cross business unit opportunities. Must be confident and capable of presenting and running client workshops. Strong presentation skills. Ability to determine client needs and find technical solutions. Talk confidently/credibly about the chosen technologies. Influence stakeholders. Must be able to manage their own time successfully. Ability to engage and deliver on multiple projects concurrently. Essential Skills Recognised IT certifications from networking technology vendors including Fortinet and Cisco. Experience leading customer strategy, engaging with sellers, multivendors and dealing pipeline. Extensive IT/Telecoms technical experience. Recent experience of working in a Pre Sales capacity designing complex Enterprise Networking solutions across Security, WAN, LAN. Demonstrable knowledge of the technologies listed below. SD WAN SASE ZTNA Firewall, IDS/IPS, DDOS Cloud based security services IP Networking Routing protocols, BGP, VRRP, HSRP MPLS LAN (Wired & Wireless) Public Cloud network connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect) Experience of the above solutions from vendors including Fortinet and Cisco Experience in working with service transition teams around service onboarding and operation acceptance requirements. Demonstratable experience in large network transformation engagements and connecting enterprise networks to Public Cloud vendors like Microsoft and AWS. Must be commercially aware and able to build an accurate cost base for a given solution. Experience or understanding of working with Managed Network Services. What you can expect from us At Nasstar, we know the importance of looking after our employees - after all, it's the team that underpins our business! In addition to a competitive salary, supportive teams, and a real opportunity to progress in your career with a forward thinking organisation, our benefits package includes: 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) + Your Birthday Off Flexible working - it's important to maintain a work/life balance, as such, we will consider any written request for flexible working Virtual working - we practice what we preach and empower our people to work remotely Top tech - Leading services and solutions aren't just for our clients; we supply best of breed software and hardware for all our staff too 4x annual salary life assurance Health cash plan Retail discounts and other perks from major brands Reasons to choose a career with Nasstar We recognise and understand the importance of creating a work environment that supports personal development, enabling individuals to reach their full potential and go beyond what they thought was possible. With so many diverse roles across the company, an excellent Apprenticeship scheme, and several training and development programmes available, the opportunities for growth are endless. Which career path will you choose? Equal Opportunities Our ultimate goal is to create an environment where diversity is not only welcomed but celebrated, where every employee feels a sense of belonging, and where our collective differences drive our collective success. By embracing diversity, practicing inclusion, and striving for equity, we aim to be a leader in our industry and a model for organisations worldwide. Diversity is not just a statement; it's our way of life at Nasstar. We welcome applications even if you don't think you match 100% of the role selection criteria. A note for agencies Nasstar has an in-house recruitment team who work hard to successfully find the very best candidates. Therefore, we cannot accept agency submissions for any of our roles. Key Responsibilities The Customer Solutions Architect operates in a Presales capacity, engaging at a senior level to define and own the customers technology strategy. Engagement in a consultative manner is key to the success of this role, working with customers to shape their thinking and to build sales pipeline. The successful candidate will work on high value high complexity requests from existing customers and competitive RFI/ITT type engagements for products and services offered in the secure connectivity area of our product portfolio. They will manage the technical components of the sales process for a given customer and will be required to scope, solution and create customer facing commercial artefacts for engagements.
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: Our Public Sector Audit team plays a key role in strengthening public accountability by delivering independent audits to local authorities, central government departments, NHS bodies, and other publicly funded organisations. With a strong national presence and a growing public audit portfolio, we support entities that shape society and deliver vital services. You'll work with purpose-driven clients, contribute to public trust, and be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and high-quality outcomes. Your development will be supported every step of the way as you grow your expertise in a sector that truly matters. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing publicly funded bodies such as local authorities, central government departments, NHS trusts, and other government-aligned organisations. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: Our Public Sector Audit team plays a key role in strengthening public accountability by delivering independent audits to local authorities, central government departments, NHS bodies, and other publicly funded organisations. With a strong national presence and a growing public audit portfolio, we support entities that shape society and deliver vital services. You'll work with purpose-driven clients, contribute to public trust, and be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and high-quality outcomes. Your development will be supported every step of the way as you grow your expertise in a sector that truly matters. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing publicly funded bodies such as local authorities, central government departments, NHS trusts, and other government-aligned organisations. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Bristol We are seeking innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £47,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4/5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Requirements elicitation and decomposition Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities What we're looking for from you: Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Bristol We are seeking innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £47,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4/5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Requirements elicitation and decomposition Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities What we're looking for from you: Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. About The Team: Our Social Sector Audit team is dedicated to purpose-led organisations across charities, education, and housing. From academy trusts and universities to housing associations and national charities, we provide specialist audits that go beyond compliance to support long-term impact, resilience, and good governance. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for Social Sector including charities, education providers, and housing organisations. Delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing charities, schools, universities, and housing providers. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of SORP, UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and governance frameworks. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. About The Team: Our Social Sector Audit team is dedicated to purpose-led organisations across charities, education, and housing. From academy trusts and universities to housing associations and national charities, we provide specialist audits that go beyond compliance to support long-term impact, resilience, and good governance. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for Social Sector including charities, education providers, and housing organisations. Delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing charities, schools, universities, and housing providers. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of SORP, UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and governance frameworks. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
GoCardless is a global bank payment company. Over 100,000 businesses, from start-ups to household names, use GoCardless to collect and send payments through direct debit, real-time payments and open banking. GoCardless processes US$130bn+ of payments annually, across 30+ countries; helping customers collect and send both recurring and one-off payments, without the chasing, stress or expensive fees. We use AI-powered solutions to improve payment success and reduce fraud. And, with open banking connectivity to over 2,500 banks, we help our customers make faster, more informed decisions. We are headquartered in the UK with offices in London and Leeds, and additional locations in Australia, France, Ireland, Latvia, Portugal and the United States. At GoCardless, we're all about supporting you! We're committed to making our hiring process inclusive and accessible. If you need extra support or adjustments, reach out to your Talent Partner - we're here to help! And remember: we don't expect you to meet every single requirement. If you're excited by this role, we encourage you to apply! The role Data sits at the core of our mission. We leverage bank account data to deliver high-value, intelligent payment solutions for our customers, from enhancing payment success rates to driving payer fraud prevention. As a Data Science Manager within our Payment Intelligence team, you'll partner with Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Designers to turn big ideas into reality. You'll own the full lifecycle of our algorithms, shaping everything from the initial concept to production-ready code that powers our global payment network. At GoCardless, our stack is centered around Google Cloud Platform and Vertex AI, providing a high-performance environment for innovation. Our Data Scientists operate at the intersection of Python, SQL, and BigQuery to build and deploy high-performance models at scale. What you'll do Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Data Scientists, fostering a culture of technical excellence and supporting their long-term career development. Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of mission-critical ML models that power real-time payment decisions. Shape the strategic roadmap for the Payment Intelligence space, translating complex data challenges into actionable, high-impact goals. Drive cross-functional impact by working closely across disciplines to build end-to-end technical solutions, from concept to production. Influence Senior Leadership by acting as the bridge between technical complexity and business value, communicating ML strategy to senior stakeholders. What excites you Driving cutting-edge advancements in Data, AI, and Machine Learning within the payments space with a multidisciplinary team. Mentoring a high-performing team and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Solving the complex, real-time challenges of fraud prevention and payment optimisation at scale. Building production-grade ML models on a streamlined GCP and Vertex AI stack to drive fintech innovation. What excites us 2+ years managing Data Scientists within complex, high-stakes domains. A hands-on leader comfortable diving into the codebase. You bring strong expertise in Python and SQL to oversee the full lifecycle of a model, from initial prototype to robust production deployment. A decisive collaborator who can navigate technical trade-offs and translate complex ML concepts for cross-functional stakeholders and leadership. Familiarity with complex data environments and model architectures, such as deep learning (experience in Fintech, Fraud Prevention, or Payments is a big plus). Base salary ranges are based on role, job level, location, and market data. Please note that whilst we strive to offer competitive compensation, our approach is to pay between the minimum and the mid-point of the pay range until performance can be assessed in role. Offers will take into account level of experience, interview assessment, budgets and parity between you and fellow employees at GoCardless doing similar work. The Good Stuff! Wellbeing: Dedicated support and medical cover to keep you healthy. Work Away Scheme: Work from anywhere for up to 90 days in any 12-month period. Hybrid Working: Our hybrid model offers flexibility, with in-office days determined by your team. Equity: All permanently employed GeeCees get equity to share in our success. Parental leave: Tailored leave to support your life's great adventure. Time off: Annual holiday leave based on your location, supplemented by 3 volunteer days and 4 wellness days. Life at GoCardless We're an organisation defined by our values; we start with why before we begin any project, to ensure it's aligned with our mission. We make it happen, working with urgency and taking personal accountability for getting things done. We act with integrity, always. We care deeply about what we do and we know it's essential that we be humble whilst we do it. Our Values form part of the GoCardless DNA, and are used to not only help us nurture and develop our culture, but to deliver impactful work that will help us to achieve our vision. Diversity & Inclusion We're building the payment network of the future, and to achieve our goal, we need a diverse team with a range of perspectives and experiences. Here's where we stand: 45% identify as women 23% identify as Black, Asian, Mixed, or Other 10% identify as LGBTQIA+ 9% identify as neurodiverse 2% identify as disabled Sustainability at GoCardless We're committed to reducing our environmental impact and leaving a sustainable world for future generations. As co founders of the Tech Zero coalition we're working towards a climate positive future. Check out our sustainability action plan here. Interested in building your career at GoCardless? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
GoCardless is a global bank payment company. Over 100,000 businesses, from start-ups to household names, use GoCardless to collect and send payments through direct debit, real-time payments and open banking. GoCardless processes US$130bn+ of payments annually, across 30+ countries; helping customers collect and send both recurring and one-off payments, without the chasing, stress or expensive fees. We use AI-powered solutions to improve payment success and reduce fraud. And, with open banking connectivity to over 2,500 banks, we help our customers make faster, more informed decisions. We are headquartered in the UK with offices in London and Leeds, and additional locations in Australia, France, Ireland, Latvia, Portugal and the United States. At GoCardless, we're all about supporting you! We're committed to making our hiring process inclusive and accessible. If you need extra support or adjustments, reach out to your Talent Partner - we're here to help! And remember: we don't expect you to meet every single requirement. If you're excited by this role, we encourage you to apply! The role Data sits at the core of our mission. We leverage bank account data to deliver high-value, intelligent payment solutions for our customers, from enhancing payment success rates to driving payer fraud prevention. As a Data Science Manager within our Payment Intelligence team, you'll partner with Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Designers to turn big ideas into reality. You'll own the full lifecycle of our algorithms, shaping everything from the initial concept to production-ready code that powers our global payment network. At GoCardless, our stack is centered around Google Cloud Platform and Vertex AI, providing a high-performance environment for innovation. Our Data Scientists operate at the intersection of Python, SQL, and BigQuery to build and deploy high-performance models at scale. What you'll do Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Data Scientists, fostering a culture of technical excellence and supporting their long-term career development. Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of mission-critical ML models that power real-time payment decisions. Shape the strategic roadmap for the Payment Intelligence space, translating complex data challenges into actionable, high-impact goals. Drive cross-functional impact by working closely across disciplines to build end-to-end technical solutions, from concept to production. Influence Senior Leadership by acting as the bridge between technical complexity and business value, communicating ML strategy to senior stakeholders. What excites you Driving cutting-edge advancements in Data, AI, and Machine Learning within the payments space with a multidisciplinary team. Mentoring a high-performing team and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Solving the complex, real-time challenges of fraud prevention and payment optimisation at scale. Building production-grade ML models on a streamlined GCP and Vertex AI stack to drive fintech innovation. What excites us 2+ years managing Data Scientists within complex, high-stakes domains. A hands-on leader comfortable diving into the codebase. You bring strong expertise in Python and SQL to oversee the full lifecycle of a model, from initial prototype to robust production deployment. A decisive collaborator who can navigate technical trade-offs and translate complex ML concepts for cross-functional stakeholders and leadership. Familiarity with complex data environments and model architectures, such as deep learning (experience in Fintech, Fraud Prevention, or Payments is a big plus). Base salary ranges are based on role, job level, location, and market data. Please note that whilst we strive to offer competitive compensation, our approach is to pay between the minimum and the mid-point of the pay range until performance can be assessed in role. Offers will take into account level of experience, interview assessment, budgets and parity between you and fellow employees at GoCardless doing similar work. The Good Stuff! Wellbeing: Dedicated support and medical cover to keep you healthy. Work Away Scheme: Work from anywhere for up to 90 days in any 12-month period. Hybrid Working: Our hybrid model offers flexibility, with in-office days determined by your team. Equity: All permanently employed GeeCees get equity to share in our success. Parental leave: Tailored leave to support your life's great adventure. Time off: Annual holiday leave based on your location, supplemented by 3 volunteer days and 4 wellness days. Life at GoCardless We're an organisation defined by our values; we start with why before we begin any project, to ensure it's aligned with our mission. We make it happen, working with urgency and taking personal accountability for getting things done. We act with integrity, always. We care deeply about what we do and we know it's essential that we be humble whilst we do it. Our Values form part of the GoCardless DNA, and are used to not only help us nurture and develop our culture, but to deliver impactful work that will help us to achieve our vision. Diversity & Inclusion We're building the payment network of the future, and to achieve our goal, we need a diverse team with a range of perspectives and experiences. Here's where we stand: 45% identify as women 23% identify as Black, Asian, Mixed, or Other 10% identify as LGBTQIA+ 9% identify as neurodiverse 2% identify as disabled Sustainability at GoCardless We're committed to reducing our environmental impact and leaving a sustainable world for future generations. As co founders of the Tech Zero coalition we're working towards a climate positive future. Check out our sustainability action plan here. Interested in building your career at GoCardless? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. About The Team: Our Social Sector Audit team is dedicated to purpose-led organisations across charities, education, and housing. From academy trusts and universities to housing associations and national charities, we provide specialist audits that go beyond compliance to support long-term impact, resilience, and good governance. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for Social Sector including charities, education providers, and housing organisations. Delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing charities, schools, universities, and housing providers. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of SORP, UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and governance frameworks. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. About The Team: Our Social Sector Audit team is dedicated to purpose-led organisations across charities, education, and housing. From academy trusts and universities to housing associations and national charities, we provide specialist audits that go beyond compliance to support long-term impact, resilience, and good governance. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for Social Sector including charities, education providers, and housing organisations. Delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing charities, schools, universities, and housing providers. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of SORP, UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and governance frameworks. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: Our Public Sector Audit team plays a key role in strengthening public accountability by delivering independent audits to local authorities, central government departments, NHS bodies, and other publicly funded organisations. With a strong national presence and a growing public audit portfolio, we support entities that shape society and deliver vital services. You'll work with purpose-driven clients, contribute to public trust, and be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and high-quality outcomes. Your development will be supported every step of the way as you grow your expertise in a sector that truly matters. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing publicly funded bodies such as local authorities, central government departments, NHS trusts, and other government-aligned organisations. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: Our Public Sector Audit team plays a key role in strengthening public accountability by delivering independent audits to local authorities, central government departments, NHS bodies, and other publicly funded organisations. With a strong national presence and a growing public audit portfolio, we support entities that shape society and deliver vital services. You'll work with purpose-driven clients, contribute to public trust, and be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and high-quality outcomes. Your development will be supported every step of the way as you grow your expertise in a sector that truly matters. What You'll Do: Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work. Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly. Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met. Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork. What You'll Bring: Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent). Sector Expertise - Experience auditing publicly funded bodies such as local authorities, central government departments, NHS trusts, and other government-aligned organisations. Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff. Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act. Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 3 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
This is a career defining opportunity for a strategic, imaginative and collaborative digital leader to bring together the digital, data and technology capabilities across Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS). You will help make our organisation, and the wider Greater Manchester region, a go to destination for digitally minded professionals who care about public value and who want to shape the future. Collectively, our organisations deliver transport, public safety, regeneration, economic development and essential public services for more than 2.8 million residents across the city region. We operate with a clear one team ethos and a shared commitment to creating a more prosperous, fairer and greener Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester is a place that does things differently. It has been a pioneer in devolution, a testbed for innovation, and a region defined by partnership, purpose and a deep belief in what can be achieved when people work together. Today, as the city region enters one of the most ambitious phases of transformation in its history, we are seeking an exceptional Group Digital, Data and Technology Director to help shape a future so this is the place for everyone to live a good life. The Role The Group Digital, Data and Technology Director will shape a new unified DDaT function that spans transport, fire and rescue and the core GMCA organisation. You will work with across our organisations to create the strategy and delivery roadmap that ensures the Group has modern, people centred yet resilient digital, data and technology services. You will also encourage the adoption of solid standards around governance and architecture to support consistency, security and value for money. Lead digital, data and technology enabled transformation to improve outcomes across the Bee Network, Fire and wider Combined Authority. You will create a suite of digital products and services that deliver operational environments to support the mission critical 24 x 7 x 365 services on which our residents, commuters and communities depend. Work in partnership with stakeholders right across the Group to create a unified data and insight capability that strengthens evidence based decision making, unlocks performance improvements and supports long term planning. This is a highly collaborative, people-centred role meaning you will create deep relationships with senior leaders, elected members, GMCA, TfGM and GMFRS colleagues, our partners and our regulators. You will co-design digital solutions with frontline teams, ensuring that customer needs and place based priorities guide service improvement. Yet you will also have a voice regionally and nationally, ensuring that Greater Manchester continues to lead conversations on digital innovation, public service reform and system wide change. The Candidate You will be an influential collaborative digital, data and technology leader with experience of roles in complex, federated environments. You will bring a clear track record of shaping and delivering digital and data strategies, leading change and transformation at scale, and embedding contemporary digital disciplines across DDaT teams. You will couple an understanding of complex digital operations and modern service management with cyber, financial and commercial capability. You will also be an excellent communicator who can simplify complexity, build trust and influence effectively across a disparate stakeholder landscape. Most importantly, you will bring energy, imagination and openness. You will be an adept advocate for, and deliverer of, change with the belief that digital has a pivotal role in helping public services work better for everyone. You will be motivated by an impact that is measured not just in cost, but in safer streets, greener travel, closer neighbourhoods, better jobs, more opportunity and lives improved. If you would like an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact our advising consultant; Alex Richardson at Berwick Partners on .
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
This is a career defining opportunity for a strategic, imaginative and collaborative digital leader to bring together the digital, data and technology capabilities across Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS). You will help make our organisation, and the wider Greater Manchester region, a go to destination for digitally minded professionals who care about public value and who want to shape the future. Collectively, our organisations deliver transport, public safety, regeneration, economic development and essential public services for more than 2.8 million residents across the city region. We operate with a clear one team ethos and a shared commitment to creating a more prosperous, fairer and greener Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester is a place that does things differently. It has been a pioneer in devolution, a testbed for innovation, and a region defined by partnership, purpose and a deep belief in what can be achieved when people work together. Today, as the city region enters one of the most ambitious phases of transformation in its history, we are seeking an exceptional Group Digital, Data and Technology Director to help shape a future so this is the place for everyone to live a good life. The Role The Group Digital, Data and Technology Director will shape a new unified DDaT function that spans transport, fire and rescue and the core GMCA organisation. You will work with across our organisations to create the strategy and delivery roadmap that ensures the Group has modern, people centred yet resilient digital, data and technology services. You will also encourage the adoption of solid standards around governance and architecture to support consistency, security and value for money. Lead digital, data and technology enabled transformation to improve outcomes across the Bee Network, Fire and wider Combined Authority. You will create a suite of digital products and services that deliver operational environments to support the mission critical 24 x 7 x 365 services on which our residents, commuters and communities depend. Work in partnership with stakeholders right across the Group to create a unified data and insight capability that strengthens evidence based decision making, unlocks performance improvements and supports long term planning. This is a highly collaborative, people-centred role meaning you will create deep relationships with senior leaders, elected members, GMCA, TfGM and GMFRS colleagues, our partners and our regulators. You will co-design digital solutions with frontline teams, ensuring that customer needs and place based priorities guide service improvement. Yet you will also have a voice regionally and nationally, ensuring that Greater Manchester continues to lead conversations on digital innovation, public service reform and system wide change. The Candidate You will be an influential collaborative digital, data and technology leader with experience of roles in complex, federated environments. You will bring a clear track record of shaping and delivering digital and data strategies, leading change and transformation at scale, and embedding contemporary digital disciplines across DDaT teams. You will couple an understanding of complex digital operations and modern service management with cyber, financial and commercial capability. You will also be an excellent communicator who can simplify complexity, build trust and influence effectively across a disparate stakeholder landscape. Most importantly, you will bring energy, imagination and openness. You will be an adept advocate for, and deliverer of, change with the belief that digital has a pivotal role in helping public services work better for everyone. You will be motivated by an impact that is measured not just in cost, but in safer streets, greener travel, closer neighbourhoods, better jobs, more opportunity and lives improved. If you would like an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact our advising consultant; Alex Richardson at Berwick Partners on .
Global Design Project Manager Luxury Perfumer London, West End 5 days a week on-site As a luxury perfumer enters an exciting phase of global growth, we are seeking a Global Design Project Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class design and visual merchandising across the business. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role responsible for coordinating and delivering design and VM projects across product development, packaging, retail environments, and digital channels. You will act as the central interface between creative, brand, operations, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered to the highest luxury standards, on time and on brand. This role will suit someone proactive, adaptable, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves in a fast-paced, premium environment The Role Reporting into senior leadership and taking overall design direction from the CEO, you will own the coordination and delivery of global design and visual merchandising initiatives, ensuring consistency, quality, and commercial impact across all touchpoints. Key Responsibilities Act as the central point of contact for the Design function, taking overall creative direction from the CEO Coordinate the development and rollout of global design and visual merchandising projects Manage design briefs across new product development, packaging, in-store VM, and online assets Consolidate inputs from creative, brand, operations, and architectural teams into clear project plans, timelines, and deliverables Coordinate VM rollouts for product launches, including windows, podiums, and POS across global distribution networks Support the development and delivery of POSM and VM tools from design through to production, including prototypes and testing Ensure all outputs align with global brand guidelines and visual identity standards Track and manage design-related project budgets, highlighting risks and variances Facilitate communication, approvals, and issue resolution across internal and external stakeholders, including distributors, agencies, designers, and contractors About You Educated to a good standard; a degree in Design, Creative, Graphic Design, or a related discipline is advantageous 5+ years' experience in design, visual merchandising, or project coordination within the luxury retail sector Strong project management, planning, and organisational skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management capability High attention to detail with uncompromising quality standards Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines Luxury retail experience highly desirable This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing luxury perfumer and play a key role in shaping how the brand is experienced globally, both in-store and online. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Global Design Project Manager Luxury Perfumer London, West End 5 days a week on-site As a luxury perfumer enters an exciting phase of global growth, we are seeking a Global Design Project Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class design and visual merchandising across the business. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role responsible for coordinating and delivering design and VM projects across product development, packaging, retail environments, and digital channels. You will act as the central interface between creative, brand, operations, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered to the highest luxury standards, on time and on brand. This role will suit someone proactive, adaptable, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves in a fast-paced, premium environment The Role Reporting into senior leadership and taking overall design direction from the CEO, you will own the coordination and delivery of global design and visual merchandising initiatives, ensuring consistency, quality, and commercial impact across all touchpoints. Key Responsibilities Act as the central point of contact for the Design function, taking overall creative direction from the CEO Coordinate the development and rollout of global design and visual merchandising projects Manage design briefs across new product development, packaging, in-store VM, and online assets Consolidate inputs from creative, brand, operations, and architectural teams into clear project plans, timelines, and deliverables Coordinate VM rollouts for product launches, including windows, podiums, and POS across global distribution networks Support the development and delivery of POSM and VM tools from design through to production, including prototypes and testing Ensure all outputs align with global brand guidelines and visual identity standards Track and manage design-related project budgets, highlighting risks and variances Facilitate communication, approvals, and issue resolution across internal and external stakeholders, including distributors, agencies, designers, and contractors About You Educated to a good standard; a degree in Design, Creative, Graphic Design, or a related discipline is advantageous 5+ years' experience in design, visual merchandising, or project coordination within the luxury retail sector Strong project management, planning, and organisational skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management capability High attention to detail with uncompromising quality standards Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines Luxury retail experience highly desirable This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing luxury perfumer and play a key role in shaping how the brand is experienced globally, both in-store and online. JBRP1_UKTJ
We have a great new role for a Head of Data Engineering to join our Data Monetisation team. This is a brand new role responsible for leading the data engineering function and building scalable, privacy-safe data products that drive commercial value from complex data assets. This is a hands-on senior role, owning engineering strategy, architecture and delivery within a commercially focused data product environment. This role is 60% leadership/strategy and 40% hands on working with Python, SQL, GCP, AI solutions. As Head of Data Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of 4 in the creation and maintenance of our strategic data products. This programme operates within data monetisation and AI application, developing high value customer signals and data segments derived from a complex, multi source data ecosystem. You will define the architectural strategy for our extensible and reusable data platform and act as the team's delivery lead, managing the agile workflow and roadmap priorities in coordination with senior management and key stakeholders. Working primarily in the Google Cloud ecosystem, you will make high level decisions on data platforms, governance, data privacy and lead the evaluation and adoption of new technologies to drive innovation across the team. Key Responsibilities Define and own the technical strategy and architecture for the data product platform, ensuring systems are extensible, reusable and scalable. Lead the team's agile process, facilitating stand ups, managing the backlog and setting roadmap priorities with senior stakeholders. Mentor a team of Product Data Engineers, providing technical guidance, support and fostering professional growth. Drive high standards for data quality, output accuracy, platform SLAs, data privacy and governance. Evaluate, prototype and recommend new technologies and tooling to continuously improve team efficiency and product capabilities. Maintain an understanding of data consumers and paying customers to ensure product development is aligned with high value business outcomes. Ensure data lineage, accessibility, privacy and security are correctly implemented throughout the data lifecycle Who we are Who we are The UK's fastest broadband network. The nation's best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. We put our customers first, making life simpler, smoother, and more joyful. With big ambitions and a brilliant team, we're building a more connected future for everyone. Our ways of working We're a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days each month connecting in person. That doesn't just mean time in the office, it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross functional projects, or away days - anywhere meaningful collaboration happens. What matters is making those moments purposeful, so when we come together, it really counts. Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us. The must haves Technical leadership of remote engineering teams Strong Python and SQL skills; writes clean, maintainable, production grade code Architecture ownership for complex, scalable data and ML/AI solutions End to end data platform design (ingestion, modelling, analytics) Google Cloud (or equivalent) experience incl. BigQuery, Analytics Hub, Cloud Functions, dbt Commercial mindset with evidence of data product adoption, cost and delivery awareness Clear communicator across technical/non-technical audiences, up to C-suite Experience building external-facing SaaS or data products with partners Working within data contracts, privacy and regulatory constraints Effective delivery in ambiguous, fast paced environments (Agile, Jira, Confluence) Coaching engineers with strong hands on Python and SQL capability The other stuff we are looking for Built new products from scratch (greenfield over legacy) Worked with sensitive data in regulated industries (e.g. telco) Experience with data cleanrooms (Google, Snowflake or equivalent) What's in it for you As you're already a valued member of the Virgin Media O2 crew, you'll know lots about the amazing stuff we do to take care of our people. If you need a reminder, head on over to the benefits portal via the main intranet site. Next steps If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a technical and competency based interview. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
We have a great new role for a Head of Data Engineering to join our Data Monetisation team. This is a brand new role responsible for leading the data engineering function and building scalable, privacy-safe data products that drive commercial value from complex data assets. This is a hands-on senior role, owning engineering strategy, architecture and delivery within a commercially focused data product environment. This role is 60% leadership/strategy and 40% hands on working with Python, SQL, GCP, AI solutions. As Head of Data Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of 4 in the creation and maintenance of our strategic data products. This programme operates within data monetisation and AI application, developing high value customer signals and data segments derived from a complex, multi source data ecosystem. You will define the architectural strategy for our extensible and reusable data platform and act as the team's delivery lead, managing the agile workflow and roadmap priorities in coordination with senior management and key stakeholders. Working primarily in the Google Cloud ecosystem, you will make high level decisions on data platforms, governance, data privacy and lead the evaluation and adoption of new technologies to drive innovation across the team. Key Responsibilities Define and own the technical strategy and architecture for the data product platform, ensuring systems are extensible, reusable and scalable. Lead the team's agile process, facilitating stand ups, managing the backlog and setting roadmap priorities with senior stakeholders. Mentor a team of Product Data Engineers, providing technical guidance, support and fostering professional growth. Drive high standards for data quality, output accuracy, platform SLAs, data privacy and governance. Evaluate, prototype and recommend new technologies and tooling to continuously improve team efficiency and product capabilities. Maintain an understanding of data consumers and paying customers to ensure product development is aligned with high value business outcomes. Ensure data lineage, accessibility, privacy and security are correctly implemented throughout the data lifecycle Who we are Who we are The UK's fastest broadband network. The nation's best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. We put our customers first, making life simpler, smoother, and more joyful. With big ambitions and a brilliant team, we're building a more connected future for everyone. Our ways of working We're a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days each month connecting in person. That doesn't just mean time in the office, it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross functional projects, or away days - anywhere meaningful collaboration happens. What matters is making those moments purposeful, so when we come together, it really counts. Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us. The must haves Technical leadership of remote engineering teams Strong Python and SQL skills; writes clean, maintainable, production grade code Architecture ownership for complex, scalable data and ML/AI solutions End to end data platform design (ingestion, modelling, analytics) Google Cloud (or equivalent) experience incl. BigQuery, Analytics Hub, Cloud Functions, dbt Commercial mindset with evidence of data product adoption, cost and delivery awareness Clear communicator across technical/non-technical audiences, up to C-suite Experience building external-facing SaaS or data products with partners Working within data contracts, privacy and regulatory constraints Effective delivery in ambiguous, fast paced environments (Agile, Jira, Confluence) Coaching engineers with strong hands on Python and SQL capability The other stuff we are looking for Built new products from scratch (greenfield over legacy) Worked with sensitive data in regulated industries (e.g. telco) Experience with data cleanrooms (Google, Snowflake or equivalent) What's in it for you As you're already a valued member of the Virgin Media O2 crew, you'll know lots about the amazing stuff we do to take care of our people. If you need a reminder, head on over to the benefits portal via the main intranet site. Next steps If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a technical and competency based interview. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
Managing Consultant - Architecture within Energy and Utilities We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. Why consider joining our Energy and Utilities community as an Architecture Managing Consultant? Join a team where you're trusted to shape your own path, manage your time, and influence real change for our clients and communities. Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust-based,inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. Be part of a team actively shaping Energy and Utilities and tackling issues that impact our everyday lives Join other experts within our supportive and collaborative community through knowledge-sharing and peer-level support, coaching and mentoring What you can expect Be part of our management team, helping shape and launch new service propositions while driving strategic business growth. Lead business development initiatives -building trusted client relationships, owning outcomes, and delivering innovative, high-impact solutions. Collaborate with FTSE 100 clients as a respected advisor, guiding them through complex challenges with clarity and creativity. Support your team's growth through coaching, knowledge-sharing, and creating opportunities for them to thrive. Even if you don't meet every requirement below, feel free to still apply as we are often hiring for similar roles which your background might be better suited to. Proven experience leading architecture and development teams, delivering impactful, end-to-end solutions for complex client challenges. Strong understanding of the Energy and Utilities sector, with experience across areas such as banking, insurance, payments, or wealth management. Demonstrated ability to shape and communicate architectural strategies across multiple domains (application, business, integration). Skilled at building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, translating technical insight into business value. Track record of contributing to business development, including pre-sales, proposal development, and client engagement. Familiarity with architecture frameworks and modelling tools (e.g. UML, ArchiMate), with awareness of emerging trends and technologies. An established network of senior stakeholders within the financial services sector, with a proven ability to nurture and expand relationships that support business development and long-term client partnerships. While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, you can expect to work with the following technologies to ensure scalable, high-performance applications: Cloud & Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, IBM, Oracle, Salesforce Architecture & Delivery: Microservices, packaged solutions, cloud/on-premise models, agile delivery, digital transformation Tools & Frameworks: IoT, cloud-native architectures, UML, ArchiMate Additional information Please note that the interview stages may be subject to change based on the specific requirements of the role. Introductory Call with one of our senior Talent Acquisition partners to explore your background, the opportunity and PA. Round 1: 3x competency interviews, allowing you to meet different members of PA. Final Round : Business plan presentation with PA leaders - you will be given guidance and time to prepare in advance. Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world's most complex challenges. We're focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus PA share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) We're committed to advancing equality.We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Hybrid Working- Our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on client site. Adjustments or accommodations- Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Managing Consultant - Architecture within Energy and Utilities We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. Why consider joining our Energy and Utilities community as an Architecture Managing Consultant? Join a team where you're trusted to shape your own path, manage your time, and influence real change for our clients and communities. Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust-based,inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. Be part of a team actively shaping Energy and Utilities and tackling issues that impact our everyday lives Join other experts within our supportive and collaborative community through knowledge-sharing and peer-level support, coaching and mentoring What you can expect Be part of our management team, helping shape and launch new service propositions while driving strategic business growth. Lead business development initiatives -building trusted client relationships, owning outcomes, and delivering innovative, high-impact solutions. Collaborate with FTSE 100 clients as a respected advisor, guiding them through complex challenges with clarity and creativity. Support your team's growth through coaching, knowledge-sharing, and creating opportunities for them to thrive. Even if you don't meet every requirement below, feel free to still apply as we are often hiring for similar roles which your background might be better suited to. Proven experience leading architecture and development teams, delivering impactful, end-to-end solutions for complex client challenges. Strong understanding of the Energy and Utilities sector, with experience across areas such as banking, insurance, payments, or wealth management. Demonstrated ability to shape and communicate architectural strategies across multiple domains (application, business, integration). Skilled at building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, translating technical insight into business value. Track record of contributing to business development, including pre-sales, proposal development, and client engagement. Familiarity with architecture frameworks and modelling tools (e.g. UML, ArchiMate), with awareness of emerging trends and technologies. An established network of senior stakeholders within the financial services sector, with a proven ability to nurture and expand relationships that support business development and long-term client partnerships. While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, you can expect to work with the following technologies to ensure scalable, high-performance applications: Cloud & Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, IBM, Oracle, Salesforce Architecture & Delivery: Microservices, packaged solutions, cloud/on-premise models, agile delivery, digital transformation Tools & Frameworks: IoT, cloud-native architectures, UML, ArchiMate Additional information Please note that the interview stages may be subject to change based on the specific requirements of the role. Introductory Call with one of our senior Talent Acquisition partners to explore your background, the opportunity and PA. Round 1: 3x competency interviews, allowing you to meet different members of PA. Final Round : Business plan presentation with PA leaders - you will be given guidance and time to prepare in advance. Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world's most complex challenges. We're focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus PA share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) We're committed to advancing equality.We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Hybrid Working- Our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on client site. Adjustments or accommodations- Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us
