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Specification Business Development Manager: Access Control, Fire and Security, Construction Location: Fully Remote with client site visits - covering North/ North East England, Scotland & NI. 45,000 Base + Commission + Package To suit candidate currently living near Leeds, York, Teesside, Wearside, Newcastle, Edinburgh or Glasgow ideally. Applause IT are delighted to be working again with this global leader in advanced security solutions is seeking an experienced Specification Business Development Manager to join their UK Specification Team. With nearly 70 years of design and manufacturing expertise, their innovative products are trusted in over 90 countries and span Door Entry, Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Detection, Home Automation, and Fire Safety Systems . The company leads the market in delivering integrated, scalable, and easy-to-install security solutions , with a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and outstanding customer service. This is a remote, field-based role ideal for a self-motivated professional. You'll be responsible for promoting the company's full portfolio of security solutions to consultants, specifiers, M&E subcontractors, developers, property groups, and other industry influencers across your territory. Your primary objective will be to secure early-stage project specifications , ensuring the company's products are embedded in high-value developments from the outset. You'll work closely with sales teams to influence decision-makers and generate demand upstream in the sales process. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in the security and construction sectors with existing an new customer accounts. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with M&E consultants, subcontractors, developers, and key decision-makers. Deliver engaging CPD seminars, presentations, and technical proposals. Influence and secure product specifications, replacing competitor products where possible. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project handover and delivery. Maintain accurate CRM records and achieve/exceed KPIs. Monitor competitor activity and stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Skills & Experience Proven track record working with specifiers, developers, M&E consultants, and subcontractors in security or construction. Strong technical knowledge of security systems (access control, CCTV, intercoms, etc.). Demonstrated success in influencing and winning project specifications. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence (essential). Experience delivering CPD seminars (desirable). Benefits Competitive salary + commission scheme 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) Christmas shutdown Training & development opportunities Annual events calendar including charity and wellbeing days 4 life assurance Daily fresh fruit & treat days Smart Health - 24/7 online GP appointments Employee wellbeing portal Free eye tests & flu vaccines Company social events Long service awards & employee of the month awards Pension scheme (salary sacrifice) Perkbox employee benefits platform If you're a commercially driven business development professional with a passion for building relationships and securing high-value project specifications, apply today to join a forward-thinking leader in security technology.

About CoppaFeel! CoppaFeel! are the UK s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves. We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives. Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn t continue to happen. The Role As Head of Finance and Contracts, you ll oversee all aspects of financial management and contractual compliance across the charity. This is a hands-on role where you ll be responsible for managing and developing our small finance team, while also leading on budgeting, funder reporting and forecasting. Alongside this, you ll oversee the organisation s contracts ensuring we re operating in line with best practice and regulatory requirements. This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that you will attend the London office 2 days per week. . Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Line manage the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight. Actively participate in Leadership Team meetings, contributing to the development and achievement of strategic objectives. Support the development of the team structure, driving delivery, accountability, and continuous improvement. Provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to inform long-term decision-making and business growth. Financial Strategy & Reporting Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Oversee monthly management accounts; meet regularly with Heads of Department to monitor spend and evaluate impact. Support with the preparation draft statutory accounts and coordinate audit queries. Conduct financial analysis, working with HoDs to assess ROI across key projects and income streams. Operational Finance Manage VAT returns, ensuring compliance with Assess risk mitigation approaches to balance financial safeguarding with delivery of organisational objectives. Oversee monthly payroll processing in partnership with the payroll agent and resolve payroll queries. Ensure the overall smooth running of day to day finances, and finance policy adoption/ adherence. Reviewing and maintaining Cashflow and working capital documents. Funding & Grants Provide financial oversight and input for grant and corporate funding applications. Governance & Legal Oversight Attend Finance Committee meetings when necessary and support preparation of required reporting materials. Work closely with the Director of Operations and legal advisers to review contracts for grants, fundraising licenses, or procurement particularly where risk or value is high. Oversee supplier, corporate partnership and grant contracts, where highly complex working with solicitors for advice Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure robust internal controls. Stay informed on changes to relevant financial, legal, and regulatory requirements affecting the charity sector. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Essential Proven experience in charity finance, including budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Strong knowledge of UK charity and company law. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Experience in managing or coordinating audits, payroll processes, and implementing robust financial controls. High level of integrity, accountability, and strong attention to detail. Strong technical proficiency in financial systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, accounting software). Desirable Understanding of impact and ROI evaluation in a charity context. Experience supporting funding applications, particularly for grants and corporate partnerships. Experience working in a small charity environment, and creating new systems or processes. Application information Applications will close on 29th September 2025 with the aim to commence shortlisting test as applications come in and interviews on W/C 6th October. CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date. Main Benefits and Terms & Conditions Annual Leave entitlement - 22 days and 3 days off at Christmas + public holidays, a day off for your birthday and for Kris cancerversary. Benefits Wellbeing fund Employee Assistance Programme Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy Core working hours 10am - 4pm Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Flex Friday; every other Friday off, with the flexibility of being available in the case of emergencies Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity. We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity. While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work. We are a Disability Confident Employer and we commit to offering an interview for all applicants with disabilities who meet our required criteria for the role. 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Specification Business Development Manager: Access Control, Fire and Security, Construction Location: Fully Remote with client site visits - covering Midlands and Northern England + Some clients in Central Scotland Competitive Base + Commission + Car + Package To suit candidate currently living near Birmingham, Manchester, Stoke, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Sheffield or Leeds ideally. Applause IT are delighted to be working again with this global leader in advanced security solutions is seeking an experienced Specification Business Development Manager to join their UK Specification Team. With nearly 70 years of design and manufacturing expertise, their innovative products are trusted in over 90 countries and span Door Entry, Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Detection, Home Automation, and Fire Safety Systems . The company leads the market in delivering integrated, scalable, and easy-to-install security solutions , with a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and outstanding customer service. This is a remote, field-based role ideal for a self-motivated professional. You'll be responsible for promoting the company's full portfolio of security solutions to consultants, specifiers, M&E subcontractors, developers, property groups, and other industry influencers across your territory. Your primary objective will be to secure early-stage project specifications , ensuring the company's products are embedded in high-value developments from the outset. You'll work closely with sales teams to influence decision-makers and generate demand upstream in the sales process. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in the security and construction sectors with existing an new customer accounts. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with M&E consultants, subcontractors, developers, and key decision-makers. Deliver engaging CPD seminars, presentations, and technical proposals. Influence and secure product specifications, replacing competitor products where possible. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project handover and delivery. Maintain accurate CRM records and achieve/exceed KPIs. Monitor competitor activity and stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Skills & Experience Proven track record working with s p ecifiers, developers, M&E consultants, and subcontractors in security or construction. Strong technical knowledge of security systems - including access control, CCTV, intercoms, smart home, IoT sensors etc. Will train to fill in product gaps with right candidate. Possible cross train from HVAC and/or BMS side also. Demonstrated success in influencing and winning project specifications. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence (essential). Experience delivering CPD seminars (desirable). Benefits Competitive salary + commission scheme 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) Christmas shutdown Training & development opportunities Annual events calendar including charity and wellbeing days 4 life assurance Daily fresh fruit & treat days Smart Health - 24/7 online GP appointments Employee wellbeing portal Free eye tests & flu vaccines Company social events Long service awards & employee of the month awards Pension scheme (salary sacrifice) Perkbox employee benefits platform If you're a commercially driven business development professional with a passion for building relationships and securing high-value project specifications, apply today to join a forward-thinking leader in security technology.

Hybrid working practices in place. Reporting directly into the COO this is the lead role for Information Technology About Our Client The Courtauld works to advance how we see and understand the visual arts, as an internationally-renowned centre for the teaching, research of art history and a major public gallery. Since 1932, The Courtauld has been opening minds and hearts to art through our work as a world-leading university for art history, conservation, and curating, with a very special gallery at its core. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to our gallery, our undergraduate and graduate courses, our research programmes, and our public lectures and events - fulfilling our founding mission to enable 'art for all'. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in the 1930s, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education, and events. Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital art forms, with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating, and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture, and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries. The Courtauld cares for one of the greatest art collections in the UK, sharing these works with the public at The Courtauld Gallery in central London, as well as through loans and partnerships. The Gallery is most famous for its iconic Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, such as Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Berg re. It showcases these alongside an internationally renowned collection of works from the Renaissance through to the present day. Founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with art, The Courtauld works to increase understanding of the role played by art throughout history, in all societies, and across all geographies, as well as being a champion for the importance of art in the present day. This could be through exhibitions offering a chance to look closely at world-famous works; accessible and expert short courses; events bringing art history research to new audiences; digital engagement, innovative school, family, and community programmes; or taking a formal qualification. The Courtauld's ambition is to transform access to art history education by extending the horizons of what this is, and ensuring as many people as possible can benefit from the tools to better understand the visual world around us. Our technology is essential to everything we do at The Courtauld. Reporting directly to the COO, this is a senior role within the organisation. The Head of Information Technology will be focused on improving the technical services across the organisation, building and motivating an efficient and results-focused team, providing support to the Senior Management Team and spearheading a digitalisation programme throughout the Institute to automate and strengthen operations. Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic technical expert with extensive experience managing a small but complex IT environment. Purpose of the job: - To take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a robust IT Service to meet the needs of The Courtauld. - To lead the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy, including clear prioritisation of critical elements, in support of, and underpinning, the organisational strategy and business plan. - To be the Subject Matter Expert on existing and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Service - Provide an excellent and accessible Information Technology service to staff, students, and visitors in all locations where we have a presence. - Ensure that core information systems and services are delivered reliably and to expected standards. - Establish and monitor appropriate processes, mechanisms and Service Level Agreements to ensure service delivery alignment, including liaison with key process owners. - Lead effective communications with user groups through seeking feedback, working collaboratively, and transmitting information about innovations or service problems in a timely and professional manner. - Conduct user satisfaction surveys and produce reports based on these, along with regular reports against agreed KPI's with breaches and mitigations. - Support the team by taking a direct and "hands-on" role in resolving IT issues, which are adversely affecting service users' ability to undertake their roles. - Maintain a strong awareness of technology that will assist key learning, teaching and research and public engagement strategies. Security Take responsibility and lead on all aspects of the IT security, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and ensure appropriate testing to an agreed schedule and format. Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and manage security threats. Carry out regular audits of the system to ensure defences are adequate and remediate where necessary. Drive best practice regarding Cyber Security amongst the IT Team and throughout the Institute. Ensure IT Security documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date. Work with established organisations such as NCSC, JISC, etc, to keep up to date with security threat factors. People Lead, manage and develop the Information Technology team and create a positive working environment, providing individuals with clear objectives, ensuring supervision of professional standards and competence, and effectively managing performance. Have the skills and experience to be the senior technical subject matter expert for the Institute. Strategic Technical Advisor for the Senior Management Team and Governing Board. Finance and Procurement Prepare, manage and monitor the IT budget. Identify appropriate suppliers and partners for the delivery of specified applications and services. Manage the purchase, installation and implementation of all new hardware, software and network products within agreed budgets, investment appraisal and time scales. Maintain transparent systems for the purchase and provision of all hardware, software, devices and internal systems used by The Courtauld. Transformation Drive business transformation and achieve increased operational efficiency, value for money, and proven financial effectiveness by improving information systems, system integration and process automation, and enhancing management information, business intelligence and analytics. Undertake and deliver specific investigations, scoping exercises, and strategic projects as identified by the Senior Management Team. Ensure that all projects and programmes are managed, are in line with best practice and that projects are delivered on time and to key milestones. Advise the Senior Management Team on the definition of key performance indicators and initiate opportunities to take management action and improve performance. Governance Ensure that all operations are carried out within relevant Health and Safety legislation and that staff work within The Courtauld's Health and Safety policy. Support Governance in establishing and maintaining a robust Data Management Framework Other Carry out any other duties determined appropriate by the Chief Operating Officer The Successful Applicant The role would suit someone who is very hands-on and motivated, who would like to make a significant contribution to the running of the IT department. Essential: - Expertise in and successful experience of systems with knowledge of technologies. -A track record in financial and project management within IT. -Demonstrable experience in strategic planning. - Expertise in the analysis and development of IT processes and change management. -Comprehensive understanding and proven experience of risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. - Recent experience in securing contracts within a Procurement process. - Proven experience in leading and managing a team. - Recent experience of implementing a Cyber Security strategy. - Previous experience in managing effective relationships at a senior level and with external stakeholders. - Ability to delegate tasks whilst maintaining high quality. - High level of analytical skills. - Highly developed and demonstrable communication and presentation skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. - Proven experience in change management. Desirable but not essential: Demonstrable knowledge of higher education and policies. Education, Qualifications and Training Essential: Degree qualification or equivalent. Professional qualification in IT / IT&S. Desirable but not essential: . click apply for full job details

Role: Senior IT Manager Contract: Fixed-Term Contract 12 Months Salary: 63877 Hybrid: Yes - 2 days per week in office (Birmingham City Centre) Hours: 35 hours per week Location: Birmingham City Centre This post will support the Associate Director, IT with the development of core IT processes across IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture. The Senior IT Manager is responsible for both the tactical and strategic development of functions listed above. The Senior IT Manager will also support the Enterprise Operations Manager to help manage the IT department, day-to-day service delivery, and capacity planning to ensure the IT department meets the current and future requirements of the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Identify and implement improvements to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture with the associated roadmaps to ensure the selection, deployment and lifecycle management of appropriate services is aligned to the corporate plan. Provision of technical advice and guidance to ensure that business benefits are derived from large investments in IT and consolidation of technologies/applications. This will extend to briefing and supporting the department around the use of our technical services to drive benefits and improve capabilities, therefore develop better returns on investment. Support the Enterprise Operations Manager to actively manage relationships with suppliers/vendors ensuring awareness of infrastructure roadmaps, with a particular focus on technical debt and getting the most out of technology investments. Implement Supplier reviews with the Associate Director, IT to manage relationships with vendors adhering to contract compliance and added value services. Review, Develop and implement IT policies and architectural and design standards/principles with respect to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture Provide full-service delivery responsibility; undertake technical planning to ensure sufficient system capacity is made available, that renewal plans to replace obsolete or at-risk technologies are timely and that SLAs are being met and/or exceeded with a focus on proactive service delivery To lead, inspire and motivate a diverse team of Service Desk Analysts; ensuring that they are adequately resourced, prepared, motivated, and utilised to help achieve key CTP business outcomes. To take responsibility for line management, recruitment and training, work that will include 1-2-1s, performance development reviews and general people management activities such as the organisation of annual leave, sickness, and performance. To work closely with colleagues and your line manager to ensure departmental processes are fit for purpose, the role will involve request fulfilment and incident, problem, change, event, knowledge, and major incident management, all in conjunction with ITIL best practice. Personal and Professional Skills: Experience in an IT Service Desk / IT Support role, or managing an IT Service Desk Strong understanding of ITIL is essential. Ability to analyse IT functions, existing structures and processes, including experience of implementing new functions, structures and processes. Have a solid understanding of workflow management, and the ability to articulate the value of effective processes and procedures. Have a background in the management of critical success factors, key performance indicators and service level agreements. A working knowledge of service management software and tools, including their configuration and customisation. Have a strong customer service focus, excellent stakeholder relationship skills, experience of acting as an escalation point and a thorough understanding of what it takes to deliver an exceptional service to demanding customers. Experience of making continuous improvements and possess team-working, planning, organisational, multitasking and problem-solving skills. A background in coaching, developing, and training new staff members in either a customer service or IT discipline is essential. Must have proven experience and ability to: Proven previous working experience as a Lead IT manager or Head of IT Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems. Previous experience analysing IT function effectiveness and aligning to business operations. Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation. Ability to manage IT service desk and networking functions to optimise efficiency and outcomes. Worked to defined SLAs. Worked with a service management framework (ITIL) Basic working knowledge of Cisco VoIP and Video Conferencing systems ITIL certified. Subject-Matter Expert in Incident and Service Request Management Basic working knowledge of Continual Service Improvement Benefits: 10% Pension Contribution 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and a buy/sell scheme Flexi time scheme Tax-free childcare scheme Extensive Benefits Package Vetting is required for this role, so a background check will be conducted. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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Introduction: Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our underwater robotics business Saab Seaeye. You will perform a variety of activities that include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking Work Orders and Sales Orders in accordance to the MRP schedule, packing and shipping orders to customers, and organising and retrieving stock. Key Responsibilities: Receive goods and materials accurately/efficiently via Goods Inwards in accordance with the delivery schedule on MRP. Process all goods receipt documentation including scanning; deal with booking in problems with purchasing and ensure non stock orders are delivered to individuals. Locate stock into the correct locations from QC or Good Inwards, ensuring all stock is safely stored and stock rotation techniques are applied at all times. Ensure that all stock is labelled and packed appropriately to ensure it is easily identifiable and free of contamination/damage. Pick work orders and sales orders in relation to picking lists, ensuring excellent levels of accuracy. Perform general physical activities in stores area such as loading, unloading, sorting, cleaning and stock movements. Follow manual handling guidelines for physical stock movements ensuring appropriate lifting equipment is used where appropriate. Ensure that the yard is organised, clean, safe and stock is located appropriately according to its physical size - including COSHH cabinet and oil store. Support the processing of waste collection in line with the business requirements. Respond to hatch enquires with the appropriate level of urgency. Processing of online stores requisitions in an accurate and timely manner. Accurate processing of daily KPI's, and product/part details such as new locations updates. Maintain all stores related equipment and vehicles and report any malfunctions to Materials Supervisor. Maintain high levels of stock accuracy and report any stock discrepancies to the Materials Supervisor. To ensure all systems and sales orders are packed to a high standard and correctly labelled for courier collections. To ensure crates and packing materials are ordered in a timely manner to meet system, production and internal sales deadlines. To undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence, as required by their Head of Unit from time to time. Experience and Skills: Previous Warehouse or Stores experience desired. Previous experience of working at height is required due to nature of this role. Previous Experience with ERP Systems. Experience with forklifts desirable. Enthusiastic and hardworking. Willing to learn quickly. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Exciting opportunity for a smart, can-do' minded individual to become a vital part of our technology team. Supporting and executing our growth plan will be key, making our technology smarter whilst exploring new opportunities. About Liv-ex With over 630 members worldwide, Liv-ex is today the global marketplace for the wine trade. We offer a multitude of business services covering trading opportunities, data, logistics and various automation technologies; aimed at a diverse group of wine businesses, from ambitious young start-ups to established merchants and traders. Our aim is to make the wine trade more transparent, efficient, and safe, for the benefit of our members and the market as a whole. We are hardworking, committed and action oriented, retaining a valued neutrality in the market. Founded in 2000, Liv-ex has grown to serve a growing number of members in the B2B sector, with an ever-expanding range of services. We help our members and other stakeholders to better understand the fine wine market and identify profit opportunities. Summary Purpose We're looking for a Senior Technical Lead/Technical Manager with a strong Back End focus and hands-on full-stack capability (React/TypeScript + Java/Spring Boot) to drive the delivery of scalable, high-quality web applications. In this role, you'll blend deep technical expertise with strong leadership, guiding both architectural direction and team delivery. You'll remain actively engaged in the engineering process spending approximately 10-20% of your time coding, 10-20% on code reviews and mentoring, and 10-15% on architecture and design. The remaining 45-70% will be dedicated to team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, including planning, stakeholder communication, and fostering a high-performance engineering culture. This is a full-time, mostly office based in London, reporting directly to the Head of Technology. You will oversee an in-house team comprising 2 Technical Leads and 6 Engineers, while also managing coordination and delivery from an offshore team that includes a Senior Technical Lead, 2 Technical Leads, and 6 Engineers. The position offers clear growth opportunities whether toward deeper technical and architectural leadership or into broader strategic and managerial responsibilities while giving you a key role in shaping the future of our platforms and engineering practices. Responsibilities: Technical Leadership Lead the architectural direction and technical execution of full-stack applications using React/TypeScript and Java (Spring Boot). Own and drive the adoption of best practices in code quality, performance, accessibility, and cloud-native engineering. Remain hands-on with 10-20% of your time dedicated to high-impact coding, architectural spikes, and technical deep dives. Serve as the final escalation point for complex technical issues, platform-level concerns, and production incidents. Team Management & Mentorship Manage and mentor an in-house team of 2 Technical Leads and 6 Engineers, while coordinating with an offshore team comprising a Senior Tech Lead, 2 TLs, and 6 Engineers. Conduct structured code reviews, drive technical knowledge sharing, and support career development for mid and senior engineers. Foster a high-performance, collaborative engineering culture that encourages ownership, accountability, and psychological safety. Strategic & Project Thinking Oversee Agile delivery processes, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and velocity tracking using tools like Jira. Work closely with Product Team to align technical outcomes with business goals. Translate strategic objectives into actionable engineering plans, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output across teams. Contribute to roadmap planning, resourcing decisions, and platform-level priorities. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Continuously identify and address technical debt, promote modular and maintainable code, and evolve the system architecture. Drive DevOps practices and automation improvements using CI/CD pipelines, Bitbucket, Docker, and AWS. Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, frameworks, and design patterns to keep engineering efforts modern and forward-looking. Encourage experimentation, proof-of-concepts, and continuous learning within the team to support long-term growth and innovation. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential: 10-15 years of total professional experience in software engineering, with substantial time spent in full-stack and Back End-heavy environments. Minimum 3-5 years in a Technical Lead or Engineering Manager capacity, leading multiple engineers and cross-functional initiatives. Proven experience overseeing distributed teams and driving consistent delivery and code quality across onshore-offshore team structures. Strong architectural acumen with a track record of designing and scaling enterprise-grade web applications. Demonstrated ability to operate in a hands-on capacity, while also guiding broader team direction and delivery health. Skilled in cloud-native development using AWS (S3, CloudFront, Lambda, API Gateway, IAM/Auth0). Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile delivery, and cross-functional collaboration (Product, UX, QA). Proficient in CI/CD, Docker, Git, and test frameworks like Jest and Cypress. Strong communication skills able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with Jira for sprint planning and delivery tracking; familiarity with Figma for UI handoffs. Track record of driving technical roadmaps, resolving architecture challenges, and modernizing platforms. Passion for mentoring, continuous improvement, and adopting emerging technologies. Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a similar field. Desirable: Experience migrating monolithic architectures to modular or micro Front End systems. Exposure to Server Side rendering (SSR) or JAMstack frameworks (eg, Next.js, Vite). Contributions to open-source projects, internal tooling, or Front End design systems. Strong UX sensibility or history of close collaboration with UI/UX design teams. Experience working within regulated, high-availability, or performance-critical environments. Certifications such as AWS Certified Developer, AWS Solutions Architect, Meta Front End Developer, or Certified JavaScript Developer To apply, please send your CV with a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role

Overview Expleo are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to support the formal build, release, and deployment of software within the SSP programme. This role is critical to ensuring robust configuration management, efficient CI/CD pipelines, and reliable software delivery. The engineer will work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline build processes and maintain high standards of automation and integration. Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Git Runners. Manage configuration and artefact repositories (Bitbucket, Artifactory) to ensure traceability and version control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support Agile delivery and ensure alignment with process documentation (e.g., SDPs). Monitor and troubleshoot build and deployment issues, ensuring timely resolution. Contribute to automated testing and quality assurance processes. Support release planning and coordination, ensuring smooth transitions across environments. Essential skills Proficiency in Java and C++ Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams Awareness of standard software development tools (JIRA, Jenkins, Git, etc.) Desired skills Scripting experience (Shell, Bash, Python) Automated testing awareness Git configuration management experience Software assurance (COTS/OSS licence management, static analysis tools, Jfrog Xray) Awareness of DDQS and Chorus processes Experience Experience with configuration management tools (Bitbucket, Artifactory) and change/task management using JIRA Experience with Jenkins or Git Runners for build pipelines, CI/CD processes Experience of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and following defined process documents (SDPs) Experience of DevOps principles Experience with Docker, Podman, Kubernetes Experience with Ansible roles/playbooks and Linux-based infrastructure What do I need before I apply Sole UK Nationality UK Security Clearance to SC level Willing to work on-site 4 days/week, Monday - Thursday; potential Friday from home Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

Head Resourcing is delighted to be partnering with one of the UK's leading retail banks to recruit an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer for their Leeds-based team. The Opportunity This is a fantastic chance to join a forward-thinking digital engineering team where you'll focus on improving and maintaining the tools and processes that support continuous integration, automated testing, and software delivery pipelines . The role is highly collaborative and hands-on, with a strong emphasis on automation, resilience, and enabling faster, more reliable software releases. As well as technical delivery, you'll play an important part in championing DevOps culture -helping teams adopt agile practices, embedding continuous improvement, and sharing expertise across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance CI/CD pipelines and release frameworks. Provide operational support and optimisation for applications running in cloud environments (public and private). Build and manage solutions with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, service mesh). Drive automation and scalability through infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation). Contribute across the full software lifecycle-from planning through to production. Mentor colleagues and act as a point of leadership in modern engineering practices. Work closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges. What We're Looking For Strong background in cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure, AWS, or OCP. Hands-on experience with DevOps toolchains (Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube, Git, Maven). Solid programming ability-ideally in Java or JavaScript , though Python, Golang, or Rust are also valuable. Experience with containers and orchestration frameworks . Demonstrated ability to mentor or lead within technical teams . A collaborative approach, with an interest in driving cultural and process improvements. Salary : Depending on experience Pension Discretionary Bonus This role is Hybrid 2 days per week onsite in Leeds. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you.