Together Money
Manchester, Lancashire
Initially based from the office, but hybrid after 3 months. Company description Focus on M365 New role based on company growth and tech investment Free access to company holiday homes Buy & sell holidays Discretionary annual bonus plus an additional Shared Reward Bonus Matched pension contribution Health cash plan plus Private medical insurance Life assurance and Critical illness cover Travel season ticket loans and Ride to work scheme Free local gym access Local bar / restaurant discounts Please note: whilst this role is ultimately hybrid; during the first three months, you will be based full time from the office whilst you get up to speed. We re Together. For over 50 years, we ve helped thousands of people, businesses and professionals unlock their property ambitions with our common-sense approach to mortgages and secured loans. We take the time to understand our customers and our door is always open, so we can often help when other lenders can t or won t. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, our 800 colleagues help our customers throughout the UK, backed by the power of a £7.8 billion loan book. Job Description Together is going through a time of Tech transformation as we implement our new business wide platform. This is an exciting time as we build our teams and capabilities around new technology, much of it AI focused. We are looking for a Business Platform Engineers to work within our 'Colleague Tech Platforms' team. This role will be key in shaping a dynamic digital workspace by deploying, maintaining, and supporting a suite of SaaS-based tools and be focused on Microsoft 365 suite: Mail, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Office Apps, Enterprise Applications, Copilots, eDiscovery and Purview. You will be collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver well-architected, scalable solutions that align with industry best practices and enhance the colleague experience. We have the foundations in place, but you will be coming in at a point where you'll have the opportunity to shape the way we do things and make a genuine impact. This role requires you to be able to get to our offices in Cheadle (South Manchester) 3 days per week. However, we do ask that you are in 5 days for the first three months. Qualifications we are looking for a seasoned Business Platform Engineer with experience in business process re-engineering experience in Microsoft 365 suite: Mail, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Office Apps, Enterprise Applications, Copilots, eDiscovery and Purview. We don't expect you to be an expert in all of the skills and experiences listed below, but if you do have a good blend of them, then we encourage you to apply: Microsoft 365 Governance & Compliance Experience with M365 governance frameworks, including retention policies, data loss prevention (DLP), and compliance centre configurations. Identity & Access Management (IAM) Familiarity with conditional access policies, role-based access control (RBAC), and identity lifecycle management via Azure Entra ID (Active Directory) Single Sign-On (SSO) / MFA configuration and integration. SaaS Integration & API Usage Ability to integrate SaaS platforms using APIs, connectors, and automation tools (e.g., Power Platform). Monitoring & Observability Tools Experience with tools like Azure Monitor, Splunk or New Relic for proactive service monitoring and incident response. End-User Experience Optimization Understanding of digital experience monitoring and techniques to improve usability M365 and other SaaS tools. Change Enablement Ability to support change management efforts, including training, communications, and stakeholder engagement to drive adoption of new tools. Licensing & Cost Optimization Awareness of licensing models for M365 and other SaaS platforms, with experience in optimizing usage and cost. Environment build and application configuration InTune & AutoPilot End-User Support Demonstrated experience in providing assistance to end users, resolving a wide range of issues across hardware, software, and networks. Team Collaboration Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, contributing to shared goals and fostering a supportive team culture. DevOps & Agile Practices Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and workflows, coupled with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies and iterative dev cycles. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Strong capability to analyse complex technical problems, identify root causes, & implement solutions in high-pressure environments. Application Lifecycle Management Extensive experience managing applications throughout their lifecycle; deployment, maintenance, issue resolution, performance. Accountability & Delivery Focus Highly dependable and results-oriented, with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality outcomes. Interpersonal & Adaptability Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a flexible approach to changing priorities, technology, and business needs. Azure / Terraform Qualifications Preferred Additional Information If you feel you have some of the skills mentioned above, but not all, please do still apply and we would be happy to have a further discussion with you in regards to your suitability for the role. Together embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don t hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Initially based from the office, but hybrid after 3 months. Company description Focus on M365 New role based on company growth and tech investment Free access to company holiday homes Buy & sell holidays Discretionary annual bonus plus an additional Shared Reward Bonus Matched pension contribution Health cash plan plus Private medical insurance Life assurance and Critical illness cover Travel season ticket loans and Ride to work scheme Free local gym access Local bar / restaurant discounts Please note: whilst this role is ultimately hybrid; during the first three months, you will be based full time from the office whilst you get up to speed. We re Together. For over 50 years, we ve helped thousands of people, businesses and professionals unlock their property ambitions with our common-sense approach to mortgages and secured loans. We take the time to understand our customers and our door is always open, so we can often help when other lenders can t or won t. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, our 800 colleagues help our customers throughout the UK, backed by the power of a £7.8 billion loan book. Job Description Together is going through a time of Tech transformation as we implement our new business wide platform. This is an exciting time as we build our teams and capabilities around new technology, much of it AI focused. We are looking for a Business Platform Engineers to work within our 'Colleague Tech Platforms' team. This role will be key in shaping a dynamic digital workspace by deploying, maintaining, and supporting a suite of SaaS-based tools and be focused on Microsoft 365 suite: Mail, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Office Apps, Enterprise Applications, Copilots, eDiscovery and Purview. You will be collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver well-architected, scalable solutions that align with industry best practices and enhance the colleague experience. We have the foundations in place, but you will be coming in at a point where you'll have the opportunity to shape the way we do things and make a genuine impact. This role requires you to be able to get to our offices in Cheadle (South Manchester) 3 days per week. However, we do ask that you are in 5 days for the first three months. Qualifications we are looking for a seasoned Business Platform Engineer with experience in business process re-engineering experience in Microsoft 365 suite: Mail, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Office Apps, Enterprise Applications, Copilots, eDiscovery and Purview. We don't expect you to be an expert in all of the skills and experiences listed below, but if you do have a good blend of them, then we encourage you to apply: Microsoft 365 Governance & Compliance Experience with M365 governance frameworks, including retention policies, data loss prevention (DLP), and compliance centre configurations. Identity & Access Management (IAM) Familiarity with conditional access policies, role-based access control (RBAC), and identity lifecycle management via Azure Entra ID (Active Directory) Single Sign-On (SSO) / MFA configuration and integration. SaaS Integration & API Usage Ability to integrate SaaS platforms using APIs, connectors, and automation tools (e.g., Power Platform). Monitoring & Observability Tools Experience with tools like Azure Monitor, Splunk or New Relic for proactive service monitoring and incident response. End-User Experience Optimization Understanding of digital experience monitoring and techniques to improve usability M365 and other SaaS tools. Change Enablement Ability to support change management efforts, including training, communications, and stakeholder engagement to drive adoption of new tools. Licensing & Cost Optimization Awareness of licensing models for M365 and other SaaS platforms, with experience in optimizing usage and cost. Environment build and application configuration InTune & AutoPilot End-User Support Demonstrated experience in providing assistance to end users, resolving a wide range of issues across hardware, software, and networks. Team Collaboration Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, contributing to shared goals and fostering a supportive team culture. DevOps & Agile Practices Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and workflows, coupled with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies and iterative dev cycles. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Strong capability to analyse complex technical problems, identify root causes, & implement solutions in high-pressure environments. Application Lifecycle Management Extensive experience managing applications throughout their lifecycle; deployment, maintenance, issue resolution, performance. Accountability & Delivery Focus Highly dependable and results-oriented, with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality outcomes. Interpersonal & Adaptability Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a flexible approach to changing priorities, technology, and business needs. Azure / Terraform Qualifications Preferred Additional Information If you feel you have some of the skills mentioned above, but not all, please do still apply and we would be happy to have a further discussion with you in regards to your suitability for the role. Together embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don t hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
James Andrews Technology
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Lead Solution Architect Location: Lincoln / Hybrid Salary: £60,000 £65,000 A large, digitally ambitious organisation is transforming its technology landscape and is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Lead Solution Architect to help drive that change. If youre motivated by strategic influence, modern architecture practice and delivering meaningful value for communities, this role offers the chance to lead at scale. About the Role: This senior technical leadership role reports to the Head of Strategy, Architecture & Product. Youll lead a small team of Solution Architects, guide engineering activity across Agile delivery teams, and chair the organisations Digital Design Authority. Youll define and maintain enterprise-level architecture across a diverse portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while supporting the adoption of cloud, data and automation technologies. The role also includes assuring supplier-led designs and deputising at senior governance boards. What Youll Be Doing: Leading a team of Solution Architects and assuring technical delivery Owning and evolving the strategic architecture framework and roadmap Chairing the Digital Design Authority (DDA) Working closely with Product Owners, Business Partners, delivery teams and suppliers Driving scalable, secure and high-performing solutions Providing assurance on third-party designs and supplier activity Supporting governance, cyber resilience, data architecture and cloud optimisation Championing a modern, product-based IT and digital model Promoting continuous improvement and architectural maturity Youll bring: Extensive solution architecture experience with strong technical assurance skills Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. Azure), Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform and integration standards Experience in architectural governance and technical design forums Excellent communication and senior stakeholder engagement Understanding of TOGAF, ITIL and security-by-design principles A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for mentoring and capability building Why Join? Shape digital outcomes that impact a large and diverse community Influence architecture, ways of working and technology investment Hybrid working with flexibility as standard Professional development including leadership programmes and memberships Collaborate with skilled technologists and delivery partners across the sector If this sounds of interest, then please apply now! James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details. JBRP1_UKTJ
Lead Solution Architect Location: Lincoln / Hybrid Salary: £60,000 £65,000 A large, digitally ambitious organisation is transforming its technology landscape and is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Lead Solution Architect to help drive that change. If youre motivated by strategic influence, modern architecture practice and delivering meaningful value for communities, this role offers the chance to lead at scale. About the Role: This senior technical leadership role reports to the Head of Strategy, Architecture & Product. Youll lead a small team of Solution Architects, guide engineering activity across Agile delivery teams, and chair the organisations Digital Design Authority. Youll define and maintain enterprise-level architecture across a diverse portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while supporting the adoption of cloud, data and automation technologies. The role also includes assuring supplier-led designs and deputising at senior governance boards. What Youll Be Doing: Leading a team of Solution Architects and assuring technical delivery Owning and evolving the strategic architecture framework and roadmap Chairing the Digital Design Authority (DDA) Working closely with Product Owners, Business Partners, delivery teams and suppliers Driving scalable, secure and high-performing solutions Providing assurance on third-party designs and supplier activity Supporting governance, cyber resilience, data architecture and cloud optimisation Championing a modern, product-based IT and digital model Promoting continuous improvement and architectural maturity Youll bring: Extensive solution architecture experience with strong technical assurance skills Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. Azure), Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform and integration standards Experience in architectural governance and technical design forums Excellent communication and senior stakeholder engagement Understanding of TOGAF, ITIL and security-by-design principles A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for mentoring and capability building Why Join? Shape digital outcomes that impact a large and diverse community Influence architecture, ways of working and technology investment Hybrid working with flexibility as standard Professional development including leadership programmes and memberships Collaborate with skilled technologists and delivery partners across the sector If this sounds of interest, then please apply now! James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details. JBRP1_UKTJ
Bright Purple
Reading, Oxfordshire
Dynamics 365 Architect UK Remote (with occasional travel to Glasgow or Reading) Up to £90,000 includingCar Allowance + Bonus Permanent SC Clearance Required Are you an experienced Dynamics 365 Architect with a passion for designing impactful enterprise solutions? We're looking for a skilled and forward-thinking professional to join a high-performing Microsoft practice, where you'll lead the technical design and delivery of secure, scalable CRM and Power Platform solutions. You'll work remotely from anywhere in the UK, with occasional travel to client or team locations in Glasgow or Reading. This role requires eligibility to obtain SC Clearance. What's on Offer: Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience Car allowance and performance bonus included UK remote working with flexible arrangements and smart hybrid travel Competitive employer contributions to pension scheme and much more In this role, you will: Design and deliver robust, elegant Dynamics 365 solutions (Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Power Platform) Lead the technical architecture across the full project lifecycle Integrate Dynamics 365 with Azure services and third-party platforms Develop custom plugins, Power Automate flows, and Model-driven apps Provide technical leadership and mentorship to delivery teams Ensure quality, scalability, and security across complex solutions Facilitate workshops and translate business needs into technical architecture Configure CRM forms, dashboards and views to meet client-specific requirements What You'll Bring: Strong hands-on experience across Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform Proven track record designing enterprise-scale CRM and Azure-integrated solutions In-depth knowledge of custom business logic using plugins, workflows and low/no-code tools Experience working with REST/SOAP APIs and Azure services Passion for innovation, with familiarity of AI Builder and D365 AI capabilities Understanding of architectural best practices, ALM, source control and automated deployments Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite This role requires the successful candidate to be eligible for SC Clearance. Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.
Dynamics 365 Architect UK Remote (with occasional travel to Glasgow or Reading) Up to £90,000 includingCar Allowance + Bonus Permanent SC Clearance Required Are you an experienced Dynamics 365 Architect with a passion for designing impactful enterprise solutions? We're looking for a skilled and forward-thinking professional to join a high-performing Microsoft practice, where you'll lead the technical design and delivery of secure, scalable CRM and Power Platform solutions. You'll work remotely from anywhere in the UK, with occasional travel to client or team locations in Glasgow or Reading. This role requires eligibility to obtain SC Clearance. What's on Offer: Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience Car allowance and performance bonus included UK remote working with flexible arrangements and smart hybrid travel Competitive employer contributions to pension scheme and much more In this role, you will: Design and deliver robust, elegant Dynamics 365 solutions (Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Power Platform) Lead the technical architecture across the full project lifecycle Integrate Dynamics 365 with Azure services and third-party platforms Develop custom plugins, Power Automate flows, and Model-driven apps Provide technical leadership and mentorship to delivery teams Ensure quality, scalability, and security across complex solutions Facilitate workshops and translate business needs into technical architecture Configure CRM forms, dashboards and views to meet client-specific requirements What You'll Bring: Strong hands-on experience across Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform Proven track record designing enterprise-scale CRM and Azure-integrated solutions In-depth knowledge of custom business logic using plugins, workflows and low/no-code tools Experience working with REST/SOAP APIs and Azure services Passion for innovation, with familiarity of AI Builder and D365 AI capabilities Understanding of architectural best practices, ALM, source control and automated deployments Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite This role requires the successful candidate to be eligible for SC Clearance. Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.
