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Network Plus is seeking a VAT Manager. The successful candidate will lead the VAT compliance process including the below points. We would be open to either a full or part-time working pattern. • Hands on preparation and submission of VAT returns (monthly and quarterly), including data extraction, cleansing, and manipulation from raw ERP reports., • Management of VAT forecasts and overseeing all related VAT payments to HMRC., • Completion of all balance sheet reconciliations for VAT, including the preparation and posting of supporting journals., • Monitoring of the group structure, managing VAT groups, and handling registrations/deregistrations for new leavers and joiners., • Acting as the lead point of contact for HMRC audits and enquiries., • Assisting the Head of Tax with Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance, maintaining a robust VAT control and governance framework., • Reviewing existing processes and policies to implement strategies for improvement, data accuracy, and automation., • Providing VAT advice and guidance on proposed business strategies, contracts, and due diligence for potential acquisitions., • Delivering training to commercial and operational teams to ensure VAT risks are identified at the source., • Collaborating with the Finance Transformation team as the lead for VAT reporting and tax technology improvements., • Continuous review of UK indirect tax developments to identify opportunities for cash flow improvements, recovery, and risk mitigation., • Experience in managing VAT processes for a large group, either in-house or within a professional tax advisory firm., • Willingness to 'get into the detail' and be comfortable with the full lifecycle from initial data preparation to final submission., • Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is desirable but not essential., • Experience with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC), or Partial Exemption is desirable but not essential., • Experience with Customs and indirect tax implications of cross border transactions is desirable but not essential., • Professional qualification in tax or accounting (ATT, ACCA, ACA, CTA) or equivalent., • Advanced Excel skills (Vlookups, Pivot tables, Sum If, etc) and experience managing complex data sets. We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

?Role; Senior Azure Platform Engineer Location; Office in Manchester city centre, ideally 2 days per week in office but open to once per month in the office if needed Salary; £80-90k plus benefits Key skills; Azure, AKS/Kubernetes, Terraform, Golang, AI tooling and platform engineering automation You've spent years building and improving cloud platforms. You know what good infrastructure looks like,... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Azure Cloud Engineer ?? Location: Manchester - Hybrid We're looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join our growing technology team. You'll play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. The Role As an Azure Cloud Engineer, you'll be responsible for delivering robust cloud solutions, improving automation, and supporting... ZIPC1_UKTJ

At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations' worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years.\n\nWarburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels. We are pioneers of the industry and ambitious market leaders, always seeking to challenge ourselves and convention. It is part of our philosophy to provide honest good sense on issues of health and well-being, helping the whole family to enjoy our products as part of a healthy, balanced diet, through a range of products to suit all meal occasions, lifestyles and tastes.\n\nRole: Multi-Skilled Engineer\nLocation: Bolton Bakery\nHours: 4 on 4 off Days Shift Pattern\nSalary: £48,700 + Overtime + Annual Profit-Related Bonus\n\n Why Join Us? At Warburtons, engineering isn’t just about keeping the lines running – it’s about driving the future of baking. With a strong Northern heritage and a forward-thinking mindset, we blend traditional values with cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the game. That’s why we’re embracing next-generation automation and technological engineering gains, with a bold vision to become world-class.\n\n Our newly launched Engineering Academy, built in partnership with the IMechE, is one of our proudest achievements. It’s designed to develop and elevate our engineers, equipping you with the skills, training, and recognition to thrive, whether you want to deepen your technical expertise or progress your career.\n\n What You’ll Be Getting Stuck Into You’ll join a highly skilled, collaborative team of Engineers focused on:\n\nPlanned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) \nRoot Cause Analysis (RCA) \nCondition-Based Monitoring (CBM) \nContinuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects From diagnosing faults before they cause downtime to delivering long-term fixes and system upgrades, this is a hands-on, proactive role that plays a critical part in the success of our 24/7, high-speed, automated food manufacturing site.\n\n What We’re Looking For We want talented engineers who are hungry to learn, grow and make an impact. Here’s what helps you rise to the top of the list:\n\nTechnically strong Multi Skilled Engineers, predominately electrically biased with mechanical skills (ideally in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing) \nAn apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC or similar engineering qualification \nExperience with condition-based monitoring (thermal imaging, ultrasound, vibration analysis) is a bonus \nTop-tier problem-solving and root cause analysis skills \nA safety-first mindset, with good knowledge of H&S systems and legislation \nA desire to develop, contribute, and take ownership in a team striving for operational excellence Extra Dough \nA slice of the annual profits with our discretionary bonus scheme \nAward-winning pension with generous company contributions \nHoliday trading scheme – buy up to an extra week off per year \nLife assurance, plus health & wellbeing support including physiotherapy and a 24/7 helpline \nContinued personal and professional development through the Warburtons Engineering Academy \nFully stocked kitchens (yes – crumpets, teacakes, and more) \nDiscounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough platform Sounds like the right mix? Then it’s time to bring your skills to the table.\nApply today and help shape the future of engineering at Warburtons – where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a fresh opportunity to rise.\n\n We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do

ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER Job Title: Engineering Team Leader Location: Manchester Salary: Up to £55,000 Shift: Monday - Friday - Days Job Role of the Engineering Team Leader. We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Engineering Team Leader to join a modern, high-tech FMCG manufacturing site in Manchester. The company has heavily invested in advanced automation, high-speed production line... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Role: Head of Automation and AILocation: Salford, Manchester - Office based roleSalary: £70,000 to £80,000 + Bonus, Pension This is an exciting new opportunity within a highly innovative, employee-owned ecommerce retailer based in Salford. They have fully embraced automation and AI and have reached the stage where they need a technically hands-on leader to guide them and their development teams, creating a roadmap to advance them to best in class digital technology. Your remit will cover all facets of automation, AI, systems and data leading a team of three as well as external development companies and systems providers. He company employ around a hundred people and turnover circa £70m which is increasing year on year. The have a young but highly experienced management team that work in a constantly changing and dynamic environment so the ability to be agile is key. They allow for a high level of autonomy and decision making across all roles within the business. Thew role will be very hands on, taking a lead on coding, creating new prototypes using vibe coding as well as implementing new and replacement systems using third parties. We are looking for someone to bring ideas as harvest new ones from the senior stakeholders for areas to improve, prioritise, create the roadmap, and then execute with the support of partners such as web-developers and AI agency. Some of their key objectives for AI, are the development of automation to reduce manual tasks across all functions, advanced decision making and insight, and automated actioning of decisions through applied business logic. Data is at the centre of everything they do, so establishing a solid data foundation and establishing one version of the truth will also be key in this role. What are we looking for: This role is primarily focused on determining areas of the business that could have improved productivity through systems, automation and AI; it could be in any function within the business such as purchasing, pricing, advertising spend, or even tax returns. To achieve this, we would expect you to have experience across the following: • Development team management and leadership experience, planning, sprints, mentoring, support etc., • Strong AI, LLM & Agentic experience., • Extensive process automation experience., • Hands on development skills, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python.

The Azure Design Lead will manage, maintain, and enhance the organisation's Azure-based systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in cloud infrastructure and a commitment to supporting the technology needs of the professional services industry. Client Details This professional services organisation is a well-established and recognised name in its field, operating as part of a medium-sized team in Birmingham. The company prioritises technical excellence and offers a collaborative environment to support its employees in delivering high-quality solutions. Description • Design, implement, and maintain Azure cloud solutions to support business operations., • Monitor and manage the performance and security of cloud infrastructure., • Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure services with existing systems., • Identify and resolve infrastructure issues to minimise downtime and ensure reliability., • Develop and maintain documentation for Azure configurations and processes., • Advise on best practices for optimising cloud infrastructure within the professional services industry., • Support disaster recovery planning and execution for cloud-based systems. A successful Azure Design Lead should have: • 3 years Proven expertise in managing and optimising Azure infrastructure., • Experience working with 3rd party supplier and challenging Architecture and Design for the business, • Strong knowledge of cloud security protocols and compliance requirements., • Experience with scripting and automation tools for cloud management., • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently., • Understanding of professional services industry requirements is advantageous., • Competitive salary upto £65K - £70K per annum + Bens, • Comprehensive benefits package to support your professional and personal needs., • Generous holiday allowance to promote work-life balance., • Permanent position based in Birmingham, offering stability and career growth.

INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK ENGINEERMANCHESTER - 5 DAYS ON SITE£50,000 - £55,000 THE COMPANY This is an opportunity to join a growing technology organisation that are investing in their internal networking capabilities. You'll be joining a collaborative infrastructure team responsible for a multi-site enterprise environment spanning on-prem infrastructure and cloud platforms. The business is continuing to modernise its technology estate and is looking for engineers who are genuinely passionate about infrastructure and technology. THE ROLE You will work across Cisco and HP network technologies, supporting routing, switching, firewalls and network access control across office and data centre environments. The role requires strong troubleshooting ability and experience operating within enterprise-scale networks. RESPONSIBILITIES Support and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across multi-site environments Configure and manage Cisco networking technologies including Catalyst and Nexus switching * Manage and support Cisco ASA firewalls (essential) and Cisco Firepower environments Troubleshoot network incidents and resolve connectivity or performance issues Support routing, switching and load balancing technologies * Implement and manage Network Access Control across multiple sites * Support network infrastructure within data centre environments Ensure network hardware and software systems are patched and maintained Work within the ticketing system to manage incidents, service requests and changes Produce and maintain technical documentation across network environments Ensure network uptime, performance and service levels are maintained * Work within established change management processes * Participate in a rotational out-of-hours support schedule and occasional travel between sites where required SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Minimum CCNA certification with 5+ years' experience working with Cisco technologies * Strong experience with Cisco ASA firewall configuration and management (essential) * Experience with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switching * Strong understanding of routing, switching and enterprise network troubleshooting * Experience working within enterprise-scale and multi-site network environments * Experience supporting infrastructure within data centres * Experience working within a structured change management framework Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Must hold a full UK driving licence * Must be eligible to obtain SC clearance * Demonstrated passion for technology - the team values engineers who actively self-learn, build labs, or explore new technologies outside of work DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower * Experience with HP Aruba switching Network design or implementation experience Experience with IDS/IPS rule creation and deployment Load balancer administration Network automation experience * Knowledge of infrastructure and network security best practices

MULTI SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: Up to £52,000 Shift: 4 on, 4 off (Days & Nights) Job Role of the Maintenance Engineer. We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a modern, high-tech FMCG manufacturing site in Shropshire. The company has heavily invested in advanced automation, high-speed production lines, and continuous improvement initiatives, making it an excellent workplace for engineers seeking career development, technical growth, and future leadership opportunities. You will be responsible for carrying out both electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and planned preventative maintenance on a range of automated and semi-automated production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Working on a 4 on, 4 off days and nights shift pattern, you will play a key role in reducing downtime, improving reliability, and supporting production performance across the site. Sector - FMCG Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Maintenance Engineer · Electrical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing or FMCG environment. · Hands on experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in a fast paced industrial factory. · Ability to work a 4 on, 4 off days and nights shift pattern. Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer · Hands-on electrical fault-finding experience. · Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent). · Experience working within a manufacturing environment. · Mechanical maintenance experience (motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics and hydraulics). · Basic PLC fault-finding experience advantageous. Desirable Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer. · Experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in the UK. · Previous experience within FMCG, food, beverage or packaging environments. The Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: · Working for a market-leading manufacturing business. · Competitive salary up to £52,000. · Company benefits package including pension, life insurance, and gym access. · Overtime opportunities. · Training and development opportunities. · Long-term job security within a stable and growing organisation. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Gavin Klinger at Pioneer Selection. As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.

Remote Network Monitoring Engineer - VictoriaMetrics £70,000 - £75,000 (pro-rata)6-month FTC Role Overview: Our client, a growing technology and infrastructure business, is looking for an experienced Network Monitoring Engineer to support a major network infrastructure programme. This is a hands-on role focused on building, improving and commissioning monitoring capability across newly deployed infrastructure and network equipment. The business needs someone who can ensure the environment is visible, measurable and supportable from day one. A key part of the role will be working with VictoriaMetrics in a production environment, including configuration, optimisation, ingestion, retention and performance tuning. You will also work across streaming telemetry, Nagios, Grafana and wider observability tooling. This would suit someone with strong network monitoring experience who is comfortable taking ownership of a critical technical workstream in a project-led environment. Key Responsibilities: • Design and deploy monitoring solutions across newly delivered network infrastructure., • Configure, optimise and tune VictoriaMetrics for production network monitoring., • Support metrics ingestion, retention, query performance and long-term platform reliability., • Build streaming telemetry pipelines to provide real-time visibility across the network., • Implement and manage Nagios-based monitoring for alerting and service health., • Develop dashboards in Grafana, or similar, to support engineering and operational teams., • Commission monitoring across network devices, access infrastructure and Layer 1-3 equipment., • Define baseline performance metrics, thresholds and SLA-led alerting., • Work closely with network and operational teams to align monitoring with changing infrastructure requirements., • Support the use of analytics-led monitoring for anomaly detection and predictive fault identification., • Improve monitoring architecture, tooling, documentation and handover processes., • Produce clear runbooks, escalation paths and operational guides., • Support knowledge transfer into internal technical teams. What We're Looking for: • Strong hands-on experience with VictoriaMetrics in a production environment., • Previous experience in a senior network monitoring, network engineering or observability-focused role., • Experience working in a telecoms, ISP, managed network or large-scale infrastructure environment., • Good understanding of time-series monitoring, metrics ingestion, retention and performance tuning., • Solid knowledge of Nagios, including configuration, plugins and alerting workflows., • Experience with streaming telemetry tools and protocols such as gNMI, gRPC, Telegraf or gNMIc., • Strong networking fundamentals across TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs and optical networks., • Familiarity with Grafana, Prometheus or similar observability tools., • Exposure to AI/ML-led monitoring, anomaly detection or predictive fault identification would be beneficial., • Knowledge of SNMP, NetFlow/IPFIX or syslog pipelines would be useful., • Scripting or automation experience, such as Python, would be advantageous., • Comfortable working independently and delivering against defined project milestones., • Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder engagement skills., • Proactive, detail-focused and comfortable solving problems without heavy direction. Why Consider this Role? This is a strong opportunity to join a business delivering a major network infrastructure programme, in a role where monitoring and observability are central to successful delivery. You will be taking ownership of a critical technical area rather than simply maintaining an existing setup. The focus is on making sure newly deployed infrastructure is properly monitored, operationally ready and reliable from day one. For someone with strong VictoriaMetrics experience, this offers a focused 6-month project where you can make a visible impact across a live network environment. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Project Manager - AI and Agentic Transformation Contract - 3 months - Inside IR35 - Manchester - Hybrid We are recruiting a Project Manager to support an AI and agentic enabled discovery and transformation programme for a leading UK telecommunications organisation. The role focuses on the coordination, governance and reporting of a fast paced discovery programme, identifying operational improvement opportunities using AI, GenAI and emerging agentic capabilities. Key responsibilities • Day to day coordination of programme activities, • Maintaining governance artefacts including plans RAID actions and milestones, • Supporting a two week sprint cadence and tracking progress, • Coordinating stand ups and governance forums, • Proven Project or Programme Management experience, • Strong governance and stakeholder management skills, • Agile or sprint based delivery experience

Senior Cloud Automation Engineer Manchester (Hybrid- 1 day on site every 2 weeks)£55,486 – £64,631 (exceptional max £75,875) A Senior Automation Engineer is required for our client to help modernise and scale our technology platforms through high-quality, secure automation. In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD solutions across a hybrid, Azure-first environment, working closely with senior stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams. You’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, setting automation standards, shaping strategy, and mentoring others. Responsibilities: • Design and deliver enterprise-scale automation using Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell and Python, • Build and improve CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps, • Act as the Azure automation SME, advising on security, resilience, and cost efficiency, • Influence standards and governance via the Technical Design Authority, • Strong experience delivering automation in Azure and hybrid environments, • Deep IaC and scripting expertise, • Knowledge of on-premise infrastructure technologies including, Server (operating system and hardware), VMware, Exchange, Networks switches, firewalls, storge technologies security and SAN., • Experience working within regulated or complex enterprise estates, • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Microsoft AI CoPilot Developer to work for our client within the public sector. This is initially a 3-month contract with very good prospects to extend and will be a remote role. We are seeking a highly skilled Copilot Agent Developer to design, build, deploy, and optimize AI-powered agents using Microsoft Copilot Studio and the broader M365 Copilot ecosystem. This role blends technical expertise, product thinking, and business problem-solving to deliver intelligent automations and conversational experiences that improve efficiency and create delightful user outcomes. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI, has strong experience building automated workflows or conversational interfaces, and can translate business needs into scalable agent solutions. Responsibilities: • Build, configure, and maintain Copilot Agents using Copilot Studio, including topics, actions, plugins, and orchestrations., • Develop custom connectors and integrations across Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Dynamics, Azure, and third-party APIs., • Implement retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) patterns, including knowledge libraries, data sources, grounding, and prompts., • Optimize agent behavior through prompt engineering and iterative tuning., • Collaborate with business teams to identify automation opportunities and convert requirements into agent designs.About You, • Experience building copilot agents, • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform, or other conversational AI frameworks., • Strong understanding of LLMs, prompts, grounding, and RAG workflows., • Proficiency with Power Automate, APIs, JSON, Microsoft Graph, and workflow automation., • Experience working with Microsoft 365 services (SharePoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)., • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions., • Familiarity with data governance, identity management, and enterprise security principles.

PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- SC CLEARED PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Principal DevOps Engineer with SC Clearance. - Salary up to £105,000 DOE - Hybrid opportunity with Manchester based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for DevOps Engineers at principal level to join a top consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Public Sector and Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an SC Clearance eligibility is required. THE PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance or SC Clearance eligibility - Manchester Based or ability to travel to Manchester.- Experience as in a Senior/ Principal DevOps/ Platform engineering role PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Strong Linux expertise (RHEL/CentOS) with experience supporting production systems- Git for version control and collaborative development (GitHub / GitLab)- AWS cloud infrastructure, ideally with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform- Kubernetes and container technologies (Docker) for modern platform environments- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Bamboo)- Strong understanding of modern platform architecture, microservices and cloud-native systems- Good communication skills and ability to provide technical leadership. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSDEVOPS ENGINEER, DEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, PLATFROM, CLOUD, AWS, AWS CLOUD, AWS ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, CLOUD SUPPORT, CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, SC CLEARANCE, NSD

Portfolio are proud to be representing our clients who are a Software provider based in the heart of Manchester, providing people solutions to over 100,000 clients worldwide and they're looking for a Software Engineer In Test The role is paying up to £55,000 and is 5 days a week in the office. Essential: • Experience with API testing tools (Postman), • Understanding of CICD (Jenkins, AWS, Azure), • Displays experience of various testing techniques (Exploratory, Smoke, Regression), • Understanding of Database management tools and how to query data required (SQL), • Displays clear and precise communication skills Desirable: • Knowledge of automation tools (Selenium Web Driver, VS Code), • Knowledge of automation framework (cypress, playwright, typescript), • Knowledge of testing google analytics, • Knowledge of Mobile testing, • Browserstack If you would be interested please apply below! 51432NB INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Your new companyA leading UK consultancy and provider of engineering solutions to the public and private sectors that support critical infrastructure and complex facilities. Your new roleThe Head of Digital Transformation is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's AI and digital efficiency agenda within the Transport Infrastructure business, with a strong focus on Rail and Highways operations. Working closely with a range of stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of frontline operations, they will identify opportunities for digital and AI-enabled improvement, leading complex transformation initiatives end-to-end, standardising and optimising processes, and driving behavioural and cultural change to embed new ways of working. Responsibilities: • Engage regularly with operational and frontline teams to understand current processes, pain points, and opportunities for digital or AI-enabled improvement., • Lead and coordinate digital transformation initiatives end-to-end, from problem definition and solution design through to implementation, adoption, and performance tracking., • Work closely with senior leaders, technical teams, and delivery partners to align digital activity with business strategy, priorities, and measurable outcomes., • Identify, assess, and prioritise emerging digital, automation, and AI technologies that can demonstrably improve productivity, efficiency, and service delivery., • Drive standardisation and optimisation of systems and processes, reducing duplication and complexity while building a more integrated digital ecosystem., • Actively challenge existing ways of working and support change management efforts, ensuring new tools and processes are embedded, adopted, and delivering lasting value. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience leading complex digital or business transformation programmes end-to-end, with a strong track record of delivering measurable operational and commercial outcomes., • Strong programme, project, and PMO capability, bringing structure, governance, and discipline to multi-stream transformation initiatives., • High level of digital and technical fluency, with a solid understanding of process improvement, automation, and AI-enabled solutions and how they create real business value., • Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, operational teams, and technical specialists., • Deep experience in change management, with the confidence to disrupt entrenched ways of working and successfully embed new tools, processes, and behaviours., • Naturally curious, collaborative, and commercially minded individual with high personal accountability and a strong drive to improve frontline productivity and performance., • Professional certifications in Project / Change Management (MSP / Prince2 / APMG), IT Leadership (ITIL / TOGAF) and/or Process Improvement (Lean Six Sigma) are desirable. What you'll get in returnYou can expect a competitive salary in the region of £130,000 (depending on experience) along with a generous pension scheme, 25 days holiday and a range of flexible benefits. *Please only apply if you have experience of delivering large scale digital transformation initiatives within the Transport / Critical Infrastructure industry or related sectors. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior GCP VDC Network EngineerSalary: up to £90,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Manchester - 2/3 days onsiteWorking Hours: 40 hours per week A globally established organisation is seeking a Senior GCP VDC Network Engineer to join a Public Cloud Platform function, driving scalable, secure and compliant Google Cloud networking solutions across enterprise environments. This is a senior, hands-on engineering role focused on designing and modernising cloud network services while enabling rapid, seamless cloud adoption. The for the Senior GCP VDC Network Engineer position is suited to an experienced GCP networking specialist who combines deep technical capability with strong collaboration skills, enjoys working in cross-functional feature teams and can lead technical growth within engineering environments. Responsibilities for the Senior GCP VDC Network Engineer: • Design, implement and manage GCP Virtual Data Centre network architecture for enterprise workloads, • Configure and maintain VPCs, subnets, firewalls, routing and peering for secure and scalable connectivity, • Implement hybrid connectivity solutions including Cloud VPN and Interconnect for on-premise and multi-cloud integration, • Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code for network resources using Terraform and Terraform Cloud, • Automate network provisioning and configuration workflows using Python, • Enforce GCP organisation policies covering network security, encryption and access control, • Integrate network deployments into CI/CD pipelines to enable automated provisioning and updates, • Implement policy-as-code guardrails for network governance, • Optimise network performance, reliability and resilience through monitoring and proactive tuning, • Collaborate with security teams to implement best practice network controls, • Support migration of legacy network configurations into unified, reusable templates, • Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues across GCP VDC environments, • Strong hands-on experience with GCP networking including VPCs, subnets, firewalls, routing and peering, • Proven experience delivering hybrid connectivity using Cloud VPN and Interconnect, • Strong Infrastructure as Code expertise using Terraform and Terraform Cloud, • Python scripting for automation and tooling, • Experience integrating network automation into CI/CD pipelines, • Knowledge of GCP organisation policies and policy-as-code frameworks, • Experience with enterprise cloud engineering platforms, • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication capability

BIM Manager (ISO 19650 | Revit | Navisworks) Location: Bolton Salary: Competitive + Benefits 6 Months FTC - With the view to extend Are you a BIM leader who enjoys shaping strategy and staying close to project delivery? We’re looking for a BIM Manager / Digital Engineering Manager to lead and evolve BIM capability across a growing engineering and project delivery environment. This is a key role with real influence—owning BIM standards, driving ISO 19650 compliance, and supporting complex multidisciplinary projects. You’ll act as the go-to expert for BIM, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on coordination, working closely with design, engineering, and project teams. What you’ll be doing • BIM Strategy & Leadership, • Develop and implement BIM standards, workflows, and best practices across the business, • Drive adoption of BIM and digital engineering across teams, • Own and evolve BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), • Project Delivery & Coordination, • Lead model coordination and clash detection (Navisworks / similar), • Oversee multidisciplinary model integration across projects, • Ensure models meet quality, compliance, and contractual requirements, • Information Management (ISO 19650), • Manage Common Data Environment (CDE) processes and data governance, • Define naming conventions, information structures, and data standards, • Ensure full compliance with ISO 19650, • Quality, Audit & Improvement, • Audit BIM models and deliverables for accuracy and compliance, • Drive continuous improvement and standardisation, • Support integration between BIM, CAD, and engineering/manufacturing systems, • Stakeholder & Team Support, • Act as the primary BIM contact for clients and internal teams Essential: • Experience as a BIM Manager, BIM Lead, or Senior BIM Coordinator, • Strong knowledge of ISO 19650 and information management, • Proficiency in Revit and Navisworks (or Bentley MicroStation environments), • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design models, • Experience working with Common Data Environments (CDEs), • Strong stakeholder and communication skills, • Desirable:, • Background in engineering, construction, or architecture, • Experience in complex or high-value projects, • Exposure to Bentley tools, Dynamo, or automation workflows, • Opportunity to shape BIM strategy across the business, • Mix of hands-on technical work and strategic leadership, • Work on complex, multidisciplinary projects, • Collaborative and forward-thinking engineering environment

• Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year, • Job Description: Codeless BPA Developer (MS SQL & API Integration) A well-established, multi-award-winning Sage Intacct partner is looking for a Codeless BPA Developer to join their growing technical team. The role is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated business processes using low-code/no-code automation platforms. Focused on integrating core finance systems with other business applications through APIs, data connectors, and SQL-based data operations, this role requires strong analytical capability, a solid understanding of financial workflows, and the ability to collaborate closely with functional consultants and project managers to deliver high-quality automation solutions. Key Responsibilities Business Process Automation • Develop, configure, and deploy automated workflows using codeless BPA platforms (e.g., Nintex, Power Automate, Boomi, Workato, Make, or similar), • Analyse existing manual processes and redesign them for automation, efficiency, and scalability, • Build reusable automation components, templates, and integration patterns, • Integrate BPA workflows with finance systems such as Sage Intacct (highly desirable), Dynamics, NetSuite, or other ERP/financial platforms, • Design and implement API-based integrations (REST/SOAP) to exchange data between internal and external systems, • Write and optimise MS SQL queries, stored procedures, and views to support automation logic and data transformations, • Work with relational databases to extract, validate, and manipulate data for workflow use, • Translate functional and financial requirements into robust technical workflows, • Troubleshoot integration issues, API failures, and workflow errors, • Maintain documentation for workflows, integrations, and data mappings, • Monitor automation performance and implement improvements, • Hands-on experience with codeless/low-code BPA platforms, • Strong understanding of API concepts, including REST endpoints, JSON/XML payloads, and authentication, • Proficiency in MS SQL for querying, data modelling, and performance tuning, • Experience integrating with Finance/ERP systems, • Ability to interpret business and functional requirements and convert them into technical workflows, • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, • Experience integrating with Sage Intacct, including API usage (REST/SOAP), object and dimension structures, and financial data flows (AP, AR, GL, Projects, etc.), • Familiarity with financial processes and accounting principles, • Exposure to ETL tools or data integration platforms, • Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and modern integration patterns, • Analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement, • Strong communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Self-driven, organised, and comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects, • Curious and proactive in learning new systems and integration methods Candidates may come from BPA/automation development, systems integration, data engineering or SQL development, or low-code/no-code platform development. When you apply, a consultant from Urban Empire Recruitment will be in touch if your application is shortlisted. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 7 days, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details and contact you regarding future suitable opportunities. We wish you every success in your job search.

Contract Power BI Developer - Banking 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35Location: Bristol, Birmingham, or Manchester (2 days onsite per week) My client a leading global Bank are recruiting for a Contract Power BI Developer to support within a central Data & Analytics function. This role focuses on designing and delivering high quality Power BI datasets, data models, and dashboards that support critical business and regulatory reporting. You will play a key role in strengthening BI governance, improving resilience, and enabling AI-ready analytics across the organisation. Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and optimise Power BI datasets and semantic data models, • Develop intuitive, high-performance dashboards and reports, • Write and optimise DAX for KPIs, time intelligence, and complex business logic, • Perform data transformation using Power Query (M) and SQL, • Improve BI resilience including data quality, refresh reliability, performance, and access controls, • Document data lineage, business logic, and reporting solutions, • Collaborate with stakeholders, data engineers, and platform teams, • Support automation and AI-enabled BI capabilities where appropriateSkills & Experience Required, • Strong hands-on experience with Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, DAX, and Power Query, • Solid SQL skills and understanding of dimensional data modelling, • Experience delivering BI solutions within banking, financial services, or other regulated environments, • Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to translate requirements into scalable BI solutions, • Comfortable working in an agile, multi-stakeholder environmentDesirable Experience, • Banking/ Financial services experience, • Consultancy background delivering BI or analytics solutions, • Exposure to automation, AI-driven reporting, or enterprise BI governance If the role aligns with your experience, please apply with your updated CV

Prestigious opportunity with a world leading Global Investment Management company for a Technical Lead for our Applications Engineering - Marketing Technology area. Key to the development and running of the European websites, onboarding and servicing of our professional investors, we are inviting you to join our success story, based in our Manchester office 3 days a week. As our Technical Lead, you will work with exciting and leading technologies within a microservice architecture including Angular, Node JS, HTML, JavaScript, Java, CSS and infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS), CI/CD best practices and an incline towards test driven development (TDD).You will be responsible for:- • Providing expert level technical direction for complex MarTech projects involving AEM, AEP, Adobe Target, and related integrations., • Leading design, development, and implementation efforts across multiple platforms., • Leading services and direction, providing technical expertise and completing complex development, design, implementation, architecture design specification, and maintenance activities., • Ensuring the viability of IT deliverables., • Identifying potential solutions and approving technical solutions proposed by team members., • Working closely with marketing teams, consultants, and technology partners to deliver scalable solutions., • Creating and maintaining detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, integration guides, and operational procedures. Ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and accessible, • Identifying opportunities to enhance marketing technology capabilities through new tools, methodologies, and automation, • Full stack development background with Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL and modern frameworks, • Familiarity with microservice architecture, API design, and integration patterns, • Knowledge of AWS services and cloud-based deployment models, • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub), OOP/SOLID, Agile methodologies, and test-driven development, • Excellent documentation skills and ability to create clear technical standards, • Preferred expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), and Adobe Target, • Preferred experience in Python programming language, • Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Field Engineer\n\nManchester\nUp to £38,800 inc travel allowance + Company Van + Overtime (OTE £40,000+) + Training + 33 Days Holiday + Pension\n\nThis a very exciting opportunity for an Field Based Engineer to join a highly reputable and experienced company. \n\nMy client are a leading services provider to a range of retail stores, banks and cash centres nationwide. Due to consistent growth in all markets they operate in, the demand for their services is constantly increasing therefore they are looking for an Electro-Mechanical Field Engineer to join the team. This is a field based role covering Manchester and the surrounding areas. \n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer to join a multi-national offering stability and security, a good benefits package, as well as progression and development opportunities.\n\nThe Role:\n\nPerform planned maintenance \nDedicated training and development provided. \nField based covering Manchester and the surrounding areas\nSalary 33k+ 17.5% allowance + overtime 1.5x. On target earnings over 40k\nCompany van The Person:\n\nMechanical & Electrical bias \nIT/software Knowledge\nDesirable backgrounds considered - banks/cash centres, high speed automation (e.g Royal Mail, Amazon etc) Photocopier service & maintenance \nCSCS (preferred but not essential)\nReference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)\n\nTo apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment.\n\nRise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.\n\nThe salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.\n\nWe are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

Portfolio's clients are a Software provider based in the heart of Manchester, providing people solutions to over 100,000 clients worldwide and they're looking for a Principal SDET specialising in Automation and with a background in Development! Key Responsibilities/Skills: • Knowledge of automation framework (cypress, playwright, typescript), • Experience with API testing tools (Postman), • Understanding of CICD (Jenkins, AWS, Azure), • Displays experience of various testing techniques (Exploratory, Smoke, Regression), • Understanding of Database management tools and how to query data required (SQL), • Displays clear and precise communication skills, • Contributing to testing guild roadmap, providing technical direction and quality strategy., • Establishing and maintaining testing best practices at a department level., • Driving organisation-wide quality metrics, standards, and continuous improvement., • Engagement with senior leadership in advancing quality and testing objectives. If this looks like the right role for you- please apply below! 51538NB INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

With over 50 years of heritage, this leading UK manufacturer has established itself as a global force within its industry. Renowned for quality and innovation, the company specialises in the design, development and manufacture of household products that enhance everyday living.Continuously evolving, they are at the forefront of integrating smart technology and automation into their product range, ensuring they remain ahead in a competitive market. £Competitive salary, 10% Pension, 33 days holiday, 4x Life Assurance subsidised canteen, various health benefits40 hours per week - 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. This is a varied and hands-on position focused on the continuous improvement of existing products, alongside the development of new designs from concept through to full production. You will play a key role in enhancing current product lines while delivering innovative solutions for the market.You will be involved across the full product lifecycle, including conceptual design, prototyping, testing, pre-production and final component approval.As a Product Design Engineer your duties will include: • Designing and developing new and existing products using the Autodesk Inventor Product Design suite in a 3D environment, • Carrying out analysis activities such as FEA and Moldflow, • Prototyping and testing new concepts, • Collaborating with internal teams to produce manufacturing and installation documentation, • Hold a degree in Product Design (or have equivalent industry experience), • Have experience with injection moulded part design With continued success, the company offers long-term stability, security and opportunities for professional growth. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

AI Engineer: Bolton £50,000-£55,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an AI Engineer to join an established organisation that is actively embedding AI-driven solutions into real-world business operations. This is a hands-on technical role, ideal for someone passionate about applied AI, workflow automation, and building scalable, production-ready solutions. The Role As an AI Engineer, you will be responsible for building end-to-end AI solutions that combine models, data, APIs, and automation platforms. You'll play a key role in taking AI from concept through to production, ensuring solutions are accurate, governed, and aligned with business priorities. This role offers exposure to modern AI tooling, cloud platforms, and enterprise-grade automation in a fast-evolving AI environment. Key Responsibilities • Evaluate and select appropriate AI models for different business use cases, • Design, test, and optimise prompts to ensure reliable, accurate, and safe AI outputs, • Build and maintain automated workflows using tools such as n8n or similar platforms, • Integrate AI solutions with internal and external systems via REST APIs and webhooks, • Deploy AI solutions into production and monitor ongoing performance, • Continuously refine solutions based on feedback, metrics, and operational data, • Ensure solutions meet data governance, security, and compliance standards, • Document workflows, integrations, and AI assets for technical and non-technical audiences, • Work collaboratively with stakeholders to gather requirements and communicate progress, • Identify and mitigate risks including bias, hallucinations, and output quality issues Skills & Experience Essential: • Experience with workflow automation platforms (n8n, Make, Zapier, Node-RED, or similar), • Hands-on experience with prompt engineering and optimisation, • Strong understanding of large language models in production scenarios, • Practical experience integrating systems using REST APIs and webhooks, • Experience working with structured and semi-structured data, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Experience with Azure AI services (including Azure OpenAI or Cognitive Services), • Cloud-based AI solution deployment (Azure preferred), • SQL experience for querying and validating relational data, • Python or JavaScript experience for scripting and integrations

Job Title: Senior Electronics EngineerLocation: Greater ManchesterSalary: Up to £50k (DOE) We are partnering with an innovative technology-led engineering company seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their growing team. This is a key role focused on the design, development and validation of advanced electronic hardware. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys a hands-on role, combining design, testing and problem-solving within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will take a leading role in the development and verification of electronic systems, ensuring products meet high standards of performance, reliability, and compliance. You will be involved across the full product lifecycle, from initial design through to production and validation.About the Role • Lead electronic design activities including component selection, schematic capture, and PCB layout, • Ensure designs are optimised for manufacture and test, while meeting relevant regulatory standards (CE / UKCA, EMC), • Develop and execute robust test strategies, procedures and setups for electronic assemblies and subsystems, • Design and build bespoke test equipment and automation tools to support development and production, • Investigate and resolve complex hardware issues, carrying out detailed root cause analysis, • Work closely with suppliers to assess specifications, integration approaches, and quality requirements, • Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation including specifications, test reports, and validation records, • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and techniciansAbout You, • Degree qualified in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, • 5+ years’ experience in electronic design and/or hardware testing roles, • Strong experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (ideally Altium or similar), • Proficient with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers and signal generators, as well as measurement tools, • Solid knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, embedded systems, signal integrity and thermal considerations, • Understanding of compliance testing e.g. EMC and quality systems such as ISO9001 Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for the role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.

Oracle Tax Technology Senior Manager - Big 4 - up to £115K Role Overview Our client, a Big 4 Consultancy, is continuing to invest heavily in its Tax Transformation capability and is looking to hire a Senior Manager into its growing Tax Reporting Transformation team. This is a senior opportunity for someone with strong tax technology and transformation experience, particularly across tax reporting processes and systems. The role will focus on helping large and complex organisations improve tax reporting, enhance control, and modernise the way tax operates through better use of technology, data, and automation. You will work closely with clients on transformation programmes that sit across tax, finance, and technology, combining strategic advisory with hands-on delivery. This is a high-visibility role with scope to lead major engagements, shape client solutions, and play an active part in the continued growth of the practice. Key Responsibilities • Lead Tax Reporting Transformation engagements for large and complex organisations., • Support clients in improving and modernising tax reporting processes, controls, and operating models., • Advise on and deliver technology-enabled tax reporting solutions, with a particular focus on Oracle Tax Reporting Cloud Services (TRCS) and Longview., • Work across the full project lifecycle including discovery, requirements gathering, process design, solution design, testing, deployment, and stakeholder management., • Help clients align tax reporting requirements with wider finance transformation and systems change programmes., • Act as a senior point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing trusted advisory support., • Lead teams across multiple workstreams, including managing and developing more junior colleagues., • Contribute to practice growth through proposition development, internal collaboration, and lead business development activity. What We're Looking For • Strong experience within Tax Reporting Transformation, ideally gained in consultancy or complex in-house transformation environments., • Hands-on experience with Oracle Tax Reporting Cloud Services (TRCS)., • Experience with Longview., • Strong understanding of tax reporting processes, controls, and the link between tax, finance, and technology., • Ability to lead engagements, manage senior stakeholders, and translate tax requirements into practical transformation outcomes., • Proven track record in project delivery, team leadership, and client relationship management., • Experience with OneSource Tax Provision would be beneficial., • Experience with OneStream Tax Provision would also be desirable. Why Consider This Role? This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth area within a leading global consultancy, working on complex and business-critical tax transformation programmes. You will have the chance to lead meaningful client work, develop your profile in a specialist area of the market, and help shape the future direction of the team. The role offers strong progression, high-quality project exposure, and a package that includes bonus and car allowance, alongside flexible location options. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Remote Network Monitoring Specialist - Streaming Telemetry Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Location: Remote Contract: 6-month FTC Role Overview: Our client is looking for an experienced Network Monitoring Specialist to support a major network infrastructure rollout on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is a hands-on role focused on designing, implementing and commissioning monitoring capability across newly deployed network and fibre infrastructure. The priority is to ensure the environment is fully visible, measurable and supportable from day one. The role would suit someone with strong experience across network observability, alerting, telemetry, dashboards, service health, performance baselining and operational handover. The client is open to different monitoring backgrounds, particularly where candidates have worked with tools such as VictoriaMetrics, Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix, InfluxDB, Telegraf, SolarWinds, PRTG, Datadog, Elastic, OpenTelemetry, SNMP, NetFlow/IPFIX or syslog pipelines. You will work closely with network engineering and operational teams to deliver reliable monitoring at pace within a project-led environment. Key Responsibilities: • Design and deploy monitoring solutions across newly delivered network infrastructure., • Build monitoring capability that provides clear visibility of network health, performance and service availability., • Work with monitoring and observability platforms such as VictoriaMetrics, Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix, InfluxDB, SolarWinds, PRTG, Datadog, Elastic or similar., • Support metrics ingestion, retention, alerting, dashboarding and performance visibility., • Build or support streaming telemetry pipelines to provide real-time visibility across the network., • Implement and refine alerting workflows for service health, escalation and operational response., • Develop dashboards and reporting views to support engineering and operational teams., • Commission monitoring across network devices, access infrastructure and Layer 1-3 equipment., • Define baseline performance metrics, thresholds and SLA-led alerting., • Work closely with network and operational teams to align monitoring with changing infrastructure requirements., • Support analytics-led monitoring for anomaly detection and predictive fault identification where relevant., • Improve monitoring architecture, tooling, documentation and handover processes., • Produce clear runbooks, escalation paths and operational guides., • Support knowledge transfer into internal technical teams. What We're Looking For: • Previous experience in a senior network monitoring, network engineering or observability-focused role., • Experience working in a telecoms, ISP, managed network or large-scale infrastructure environment., • Strong understanding of network monitoring principles, including alerting, telemetry, dashboards, service health and performance baselining., • Hands-on experience with monitoring or observability tools such as VictoriaMetrics, Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix, InfluxDB, Telegraf, SolarWinds, PRTG, Datadog, Elastic, OpenTelemetry or similar., • Experience with network data sources and protocols such as streaming telemetry, gNMI, gRPC, SNMP, NetFlow/IPFIX or syslog., • Good understanding of time-series monitoring, metrics ingestion, retention and performance visibility., • Strong networking fundamentals across TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs and optical or fibre environments., • Familiarity with dashboarding, alert tuning, service health monitoring and operational reporting., • Exposure to AI/ML-led monitoring, anomaly detection or predictive fault identification would be beneficial., • Scripting or automation experience, such as Python or Bash, would be advantageous., • Comfortable working independently and delivering against defined project milestones., • Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder engagement skills., • Proactive, detail-focused and comfortable solving problems without heavy direction. Why Consider This Role? This is a strong opportunity to join a business delivering a major network infrastructure programme, in a role where monitoring and observability are central to successful delivery. You will be taking ownership of a critical technical area rather than simply maintaining an existing setup. The focus is on making sure newly deployed infrastructure is properly monitored, operationally ready and reliable from day one. For someone with strong network monitoring experience, this offers a focused 6-month project where you can make a visible impact across a live network environment, using a range of modern monitoring, telemetry and observability technologies. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Robert Half are currently working with an innovative client hiring a Senior Full Stack Developer to join a growing software business delivering automation solutions for public sector organisations, including councils, healthcare and emergency services. This is a hands-on role for a strong engineer who can build end-to-end solutions across modern web applications and cloud-based infrastructure. The product suite focuses on workflow automation, form handling, booking systems, live chat and AI-assisted process improvement. Key skills required: • Strong experience with Python and React, • Good understanding of Azure cloud environments, • Experience with infrastructure as code, ideally Bicep, • Comfortable building full end-to-end systems, not just front-end or back-end components, • Understanding of secure development practices, ideally within regulated or security-conscious environments, • Experience with integrations, workflow/process automation, or systems such as CRMs, portals or booking platforms, • Familiarity with Azure Durable Functions or similar state-managed cloud workflows is advantageous, • A highly capable software engineer rather than a pure AI specialist or DevOps engineer, • Someone pragmatic, adaptable and comfortable in a small, fast-moving team, • A developer who enjoys solving real-world process problems and can contribute ideas openly Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Until March 2027 £650/Day Inside IR35 Locations: 60 % office based at one of the following options Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Clearance: SC We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer/ NetDevOps for our Government client This role will be office based 60% and remote 40%, and can be based at any of the following options: Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Clearance: SC Role Profile: • This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist., • You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services., • Enterprise Networking Engineering, • Complex OSPF and BGP environments, • Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows, • Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns, • Firewall and Security Technologies, • Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls, • Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud, • Zero Trust and secure network design principles, • Data Centre & Network Architecture, • VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics, • Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent), • Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM), • You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement., • Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments, • Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services, • Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI, • Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles, • Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience, • Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code, • Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction, • Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up, • Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing If you are interested in the above, hit the Apply now button! Infrastructure Engineer, NetDevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, DevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS , Azure, Python, Ansible, Network, Networks, Infrastructure Engineer, As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, they will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on igs @circlerecruitment.com. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

As a PHP Engineer you will be a key contributor within a cross-functional engineering squad, responsible for building secure, scalable, and high-quality software with an increasing emphasis on AI-driven capabilities and intelligent agent development. You will work closely with Senior Engineers, the Engineering Team Leader, and the Architect to implement modern engineering practices, integrate AI models and agent patterns, and contribute to the evolution of our cloud-native services. You will already have strong software development experience and have a desire to grow deeper into engineering, while maintaining strong software craftsmanship and delivery discipline. As we move toward an AI-first engineering strategy with multiple autonomous squads, the Software Engineer plays a vital role in delivering reliable, secure, and modern software while developing skills that contribute to our ecosystem. You will help implement AI capabilities, support cloud-native services, and strengthen the squad’s engineering excellence as we scale. Key Responsibilities Software Development & Delivery: • Design, build, test, and maintain high-quality software components and services across backend, frontend, or full-stack environments., • Utilise AI Accelerated development tools across the SSDLC to accelerate delivery and product quality., • Write clean, maintainable, secure code following engineering standards and SSDLC best practices., • Champion AI Enablement initiatives by embedding AI thinking into product design and delivery, enabling teams to leverage AI, and emerging technologies to enhance functionality, automation, and user experience., • Use vector databases, embeddings, and retrieval pipelines with support from senior engineers., • Contribute to building robust tests and evaluation checks for AI behaviours and outputs., • Create automated tests, including unit, integration, and functional tests., • Apply secure-by-design principles in all coding activities, participating in threat modelling where appropriate., • Contribute to code reviews and continuously improve code quality within the squad., • Deploy and maintain services using CI/CD pipelines., • Instrument code for observability, logging, and performance insights., • Participate in incident resolution and root-cause analysis for issues within the squad’s domain., • Work closely with Senior Engineers and the Engineering Team Leader to confirm technical designs and implementation details., • Collaborate with Product Owners to understand requirements and propose feasible approaches., • Communicate progress, blockers, and technical details clearly within the squad., • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and share learnings with peers., • Experience as a software engineer within modern cloud-native environments., • Strong development skills in at least one of the following languages/frameworks: C# .NET, Nodejs, Reactjs, Python, React, • Understanding of AI First development and deployment processes., • Experience building REST APIs, microservices, or modern frontend applications., • Good grasp of secure coding, testing strategies, and CI/CD pipelines., • Work collaboratively in an Agile squad with a focus on quality, delivery, self-reflection and improvement., • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn and adopt emerging AI and agent technologies., • Hands-on experience with vector databases, embeddings, or prompt engineering., • Understanding of AI fundamentals and experience using LLM APIs or AI-enhanced features and Agents., • Experience with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or serverless platforms., • Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or DDD concepts., • Proven experience as a software engineer in a modern development environment, including agentic approaches., • Strong experience with PHP (5x, 7x, 8x), including Laravel., • Experience with frameworks such as React, Vue, or Node and C#, • Solid understanding of MySQL, including indexing and query optimisation., • Experience with API development and system integrations., • Proficiency with Git-based version control and package management tools (e.g. Composer, NPM)., • Experience working with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Understanding of object-oriented programming principles., • Experience operating Linux-based web servers (LAMP / Nginx)., • Experience with SASS / LESS / SCSS., • Exposure to SQL and NoSQL database technologies., • Experience with mobile application development., • Awareness of UX / UI principles and responsive design.

Are you experienced in systems migration and project management, passionate about delivering impactful digital change? We're seeking a proactive and collaborative professional to lead a major migration of a core care recording and scheduling system.This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and deliver a high profile transformation project that will improve operational efficiency and support innovation across a growing organisation.In this role, you will manage the full project lifecycle for a critical ICT system implementation, ensuring smooth transition, strong stakeholder engagement, and measurable business benefits.You will have the responsibility to: • Lead the migration of a core care recording and scheduling system., • Manage project documentation, milestones, risks, and reporting., • Work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders., • Identify opportunities to improve processes using ICT and automation., • Support data protection compliance, including GDPR and DPIAs., • Communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences., • Previous experience in systems and data migration., • Experience in ICT management or IT project management., • Ability to deliver successful ICT projects., • Experience with supplier management and procurement., • Strong understanding of business processes (e.g., HR, finance, or care services)., • Knowledge of data protection, governance, and information security., • Ability to work both autonomously and within high-performing teams. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Data Manager Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) | ASAP start | £330-430pd Inside IR35 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative, data-driven environment, working at the heart of governance, quality and compliance across a large-scale migration to a centralised data platform. This is an initial 6 month contract, with strong ownership from day one and a structured handover planned. As a Data Manager, you'll play a key role in defining, improving and governing data quality across the business unit. You'll work closely with Product, Engineering and Data teams to ensure data is accurate, compliant and fit for purpose. This is a hands-on role with a strong mix of technical data work, stakeholder engagement and governance oversight. What You'll Be Doing: • Define and implement data quality standards, frameworks and controls, • Monitor and proactively identify data quality issues, driving root cause analysis and resolution, • Support data lifecycle management and data retention, • Work on data migration initiatives into a centralised platform, • Improve data workflows, lineage and governance processes, • Partner with Product Managers, Data Engineers and Analysts to ensure high-quality, trusted data, • Experience in Data Management, Data Governance or Data Quality, • Strong understanding of data quality frameworks and governance principles, • Experience working with data lifecycles, retention and compliance, • Ability to work closely with technical teams, comfortable discussing data models, ETL and workflows, • Strong stakeholder management, confident, proactive and able to own conversations, • SQL and/or Python for data analysis, • Data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau), • Exposure to modern data platforms (e.g. Snowflake), • Interest in using AI tools (e.g. Gemini, Claude) to improve productivity and data quality processes, • Experience in Insurance or Financial Services environments, • Exposure to data quality tools or governance implementations, • Work on a high-impact data transformation programme, • Gain exposure to modern data platforms and AI-driven tooling, • Join a globally recognised, data-led organisation, • Immediate start with clear ownership and influence

Prestigious opportunity with a world leading Global Investment Management company for a Technical Lead for our Applications Engineering - Marketing Technology area. Key to the development and running of the European websites, onboarding and servicing of our professional investors, we are inviting you to join our success story, based in our Manchester office 3 days a week. As our Technical Lead, you will work with exciting and leading technologies within a microservice architecture including Angular, Node JS, HTML, JavaScript, Java, CSS and infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS), CI/CD best practices and an incline towards test driven development (TDD).You will be responsible for:- • Providing expert level technical direction for complex MarTech projects involving AEM, AEP, Adobe Target, and related integrations., • Leading design, development, and implementation efforts across multiple platforms., • Leading services and direction, providing technical expertise and completing complex development, design, implementation, architecture design specification, and maintenance activities., • Ensuring the viability of IT deliverables., • Identifying potential solutions and approving technical solutions proposed by team members., • Working closely with marketing teams, consultants, and technology partners to deliver scalable solutions., • Creating and maintaining detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, integration guides, and operational procedures. Ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and accessible, • Identifying opportunities to enhance marketing technology capabilities through new tools, methodologies, and automation, • Full stack development background with Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL and modern frameworks, • Familiarity with microservice architecture, API design, and integration patterns, • Knowledge of AWS services and cloud-based deployment models, • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub), OOP/SOLID, Agile methodologies, and test-driven development, • Excellent documentation skills and ability to create clear technical standards, • Preferred expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), and Adobe Target, • Preferred experience in Python programming language, • Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

NHS SOC Lead - Up to £575.00 Per Day - 6 Months - Manchester Our client in the North West is looking for a SOC Lead to lead and operate the Trust’s SOC capability across monitoring, detection and response Key Responsibilities: • Own and optimise SIEM, EDR and security tooling to deliver high-quality visibility and alerting., • Deliver effective incident response leadership, including major incident coordination and recovery., • Establish and continuously improve detection use cases and automation (SOAR/playbooks)., • Embed threat in., • Align SOC activity to organisational risk and vulnerability prioritisation., • Act as key interface with national cyber services and internal stakeholders., • Build and lead a high-performing SOC team, including recruitment and capability development., • Deliver clear SOC performance reporting (KPIs/KRIs) and executive insight., • Drive continuous SOC maturity improvement aligned to best practice frameworks.

Software Engineer - Cloud Migration (Java/Spring Boot/AWS) • Manchester (Hybrid 1-2 days per week in office)- Initial 3 month contract to start ASAP, with likely extension for a further 6-9 months- £500-600pd inside IR35 We're supporting a major cloud transformation programme and are looking for Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team delivering large-scale migrations into a modern cloud environment. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on moving product stacks, databases and frameworks into AWS, with engineers taking ownership of migration delivery, production readiness and system reliability. Roughly 80% of the focus is cloud migration, so prior migration experience is essential. You'll join a team of 4-5 engineers, working closely with senior stakeholders to design pragmatic solutions, deliver safe migrations and support a broader platform modernisation agenda. What you'll be doing: • Designing and delivering service migrations into AWS cloud environments, • Building and enhancing Java/Spring Boot services supporting migration activity, • Supporting database, framework and platform migrations across a complex product stack, • Contributing to infrastructure automation, deployment readiness and production stability, • Troubleshooting issues, improving resilience and supporting operational excellence, • Strong Java and Spring Boot engineering background, • Hands-on AWS experience, • Proven cloud migration experience (critical), • Experience working on production systems, modernisation or large infrastructure change, • Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical teams, • Exposure to AI coding tools or an eagerness to learn, • Data migration or schema evolution experience, • CI/CD or infrastructure-as-code exposure, • Containerised or cloud-native environments, • Experience in highly regulated or large enterprise platforms

Hiring: Manager - Platform Engineer (AI & Data Solutions) I'm currently working on an opportunity for a Manager level Platform Engineer to join a Technology & Transformation team, focused on delivering large-scale cloud and data platform solutions across complex enterprise environments. This role sits within AI & Data Solutions and is focused on leading the design, build, and delivery of scalable, cloud-native platforms that enable data-driven transformation across a range of clients. What you'll be doing: Leading the design, development, and delivery of cloud-based platforms and data pipelines Overseeing end-to-end software delivery across architecture, build, deploy, and operations Providing technical leadership and direction within cross-functional engineering teams Driving CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code best practices across programmes Supporting production systems, resolving complex issues, and ensuring platform reliability Engaging with stakeholders and translating business requirements into technical solutions* Mentoring and guiding engineers while contributing to the wider engineering community Key experience: Strong experience designing and delivering platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Deep knowledge of GCP services (GKE, Compute Engine, IAM, VPC, Cloud Storage, etc.) Strong background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or similar tools) CI/CD pipeline design and automation (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build, etc.) Strong scripting ability (Python, Bash, or Go) Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, GKE) Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and identity management Experience with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, GCP Operations Suite) Location: Manchester or Newcastle (hybrid working)Salary: up to £65,000 If you're interested, or know someone who may be a strong fit, feel free to reach out.

Lead Test Engineer – 12 month – SC Cleared – ManchesterA highly reputable corporation that is delivering some of the countries most challenging tech projects offering service to millions of users is hiring a Lead Test Engineer with hands on automation experience using Java, Selenium and Rest Assured within AWS.You must have hands on technical leader who can set direction and coach a small team of testers within an agile environment.Our client is seeking a consultant with SC clearance, ability to travel to Manchester on a hybrid basis (3 days) and seeking up to £640 PD Inside IR 35 to start ASAP. We are only considering candidate who are located near Manchester.Test Strategy & Leadership • Define and implement an end-to-end test strategy aligned to microservices architecture • Establish standards, patterns, and best practices across multiple teams • Assess current testing approaches and drive continuous improvement • Embed testing strategy across teams, creating scalable frameworks and exemplarsHands-on Engineering • Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks • Work across different test levels: unit, integration, contract, system, and E2E • Lead automation efforts in Java-based environments • Support teams with implementation, not just directionKey Experience: • SC cleared, with industry experience in Public Sector must have, • Strong experience delivering test strategies within microservices environments, • Hands-on automation expertise with Java, Selenium, Rest Assured, API, contract, and integration testing, • Experience across both monolith and microservices architectures, • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Spring Boot applications, and performance testing fundamentals, • Strong understanding of contract testing, API testing, asynchronous messaging (Kafka), and non-functional testing, • Experience working with non-relational databases such as MongoDB, • Automation-first mindset with experience building scalable, reusable test frameworksOne stage interview process, to start ASAP.

A pioneering construction technology business is on a mission to redefine how the built environment operates through AI-driven software solutions. Backed by ambitious growth plans and a leadership team focused on innovation, this rapidly scaling organisation is positioning itself as a genuine market disruptor within the construction and infrastructure sector. Our client is now seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and scale a high-performing engineering function responsible for delivering cutting-edge AI-enabled platforms used across major construction projects. This is a rare opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of growth, where technology, innovation, and commercial impact sit at the heart of everything they do. The Opportunity As Software Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of engineering delivery, technical standards, team leadership, and platform scalability across a modern cloud-native environment. You’ll play a key role in shaping both the engineering culture and technical roadmap as the company continues to expand its AI capabilities. You’ll work closely with Product, Architecture, and Executive leadership to build intelligent software solutions that challenge traditional approaches within the construction industry. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Software Engineers across multiple disciplines, • Establish engineering best practices, coding standards, and scalable development processes, • Drive adoption and integration of AI tooling and intelligent automation across the software lifecycle, • Oversee architecture and delivery across modern microservices and cloud-native applications, • Ensure engineering compliance with recognised security and governance standards including SOC 1, SOC 2, and ISO frameworks, • Manage Agile delivery processes using JIRA, • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical strategy and product direction, • Champion DevOps, CI/CD, and software quality standards across the organisation, • React, • Node.js, • TypeScript, • Go, • Rust, • AWS Cloud Services, • Claude / AI tooling integration, • JIRA You will likely possess: • Proven experience managing and scaling software engineering teams, • Strong background in modern full-stack or distributed systems development, • Experience incorporating AI tools into engineering workflows or product capabilities, • Knowledge of governance, security, and compliance standards, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • A growth mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-paced scale-up environments, • Previous experience within SaaS, PropTech, ConstructionTech, or enterprise software environments would be advantageousWhy Join?, • Opportunity to help shape a genuine industry disruptor, • Work at the forefront of AI innovation within construction technology, • Influence technical direction and engineering culture from an early stage, • Highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact our specialist technology recruitment team today. Due to the volume of applications, we can only respond to those that meet our Clients requirements.

Finance Manager required for an expanding logistics group Your new company Your new company is a large global logistics group known for delivering fast, reliable supply chain solutions backed by advanced technology and a global distribution network. With a focus on precision, transparency, and customer care, they help businesses move goods efficiently across local and international markets. Your new roleAs the Finance Manager you will oversee all General Ledger and financial accounting activity for the EMEA region within a central Shared Service Centre. You will lead the move towards standardised multi country accounting, ensuring strong controls, smooth month end close, and consistency across all forms of reporting. The role focusses on leadership, governance, and continuous improvement owning quality, compliance, and increasing automation across the business. You will ensure full compliance with US GAAP while meeting all applicable local statutory requirements. Maintaining a robust internal control environment and remain consistently prepared for audits is going to be crucial in this highly visible role. You will need to provide accurate and timely financial close deliverables each month, quarter, and year, whilst leading and developing a team a high functioning team. What you'll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified and need a strong background in General Ledger and financial accounting across multinational environments, along with a good understanding and knowledge of US GAAP, whilst aligning with local statutory requirements. You will have strong experience within a Shared Service environment, with the ability to demonstrate how you have driven standardisation and process optimisation, whilst maintaining rigorous internal controls and ensuring full audit readiness. The successful candidate will require a track record of delivering accurate and timely month end, quarter end, and year end close results, combined with the ability to be a strong leader and guide teams through ongoing transformation, automation, and continuous improvements, all whilst being in a fast paced and dynamic environment. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a salary of £65,000 along with competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work life balance. You’ll be joining a forward thinking, acquisitive organisation where you can shape meaningful improvements, contribute to a high performing regional finance function, and develop your career within a dynamic, collaborative, and increasingly automated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4785328

Rent/Service Charge process improvement within Housing | Immediate | Hybrid | £20.50phr + Holiday About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Rent Setting & Systems Improvement Manager to lead and deliver improvements to our rent and service charge setting processes within a housing management environment. This role will play a key part in streamlining existing processes, managing staff, and supporting the implementation and integration of a new housing management system.You will work closely with Finance, Housing, and IT teams to ensure accurate rent and service charge calculations, robust governance, and efficient end-to-end processes that support both customers and staff.Key responsibilities • Lead and manage the rent and service charge setting process across the organisation, ensuring compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements., • Manage, support, and develop a small team responsible for rent and service charges., • Review, redesign, and streamline rent-setting processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency., • Play a key role in the implementation and integration of a new housing management system, ensuring rent and service charge functionality meets business needs., • Translate business requirements into clear system and process specifications, • Work collaboratively with stakeholders to embed improved ways of working, • Ensure data accuracy, reconciliation, and strong audit trails, • Support change management and staff training during system and process changesAbout youYou will have:, • Proven experience in rent setting and/or service charges within a housing environment (social housing, housing association, or local authority), • Experience of process improvement or service redesign, with the ability to simplify complex processes, • Hands-on involvement in a housing management system implementation or major system change (e.g. Northgate, Capita, Aareon, Civica or similar), • Strong staff management experience, including coaching and performance management, • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, • Confidence working in a hybrid role, balancing home working with on-site collaborationWhy join?, • Opportunity to shape and improve a critical housing service, • Play a key role in a major system and process transformation, • Flexible hybrid working (home-based with 1-2 days per week on site in Manchester), • Supportive, values-driven organisation with a focus on continuous improvement 4786399

RealityMine has been a pioneer in delivering data driven insights to the world's largest brands for over a decade. Our platform provides unique data solutions to our clients enabling them to make strategic, informed decisions powered by data from real people, collected in a privacy safe way. We’re looking for an Automation Engineer to help build, maintain and evolve RealityMine’s test automation capabilities and device farm infrastructure. The Role: You’ll sit in the Automation/Device Farm team and take responsibility for ensuring our products are thoroughly, consistently and efficiently exercised across a wide range of devices and platforms. Day to day you’ll use test automation frameworks (including our AI-assisted tools), scripting (e.g. Python and JavaScript), CI/CD tooling and our internal observability tools to design and execute automated test suites, manage device infrastructure, and provide fast, reliable feedback to product and engineering teams. Our offices are in Trafford Park, Manchester and the role consists of hybrid working, where we ask for our team to be in the office for collaboration and team building 2 days per week. The rest of the week is up to you; deep focus at home, or more of the same! Key Responsibilities: · Design, implement and maintain automated test suites for mobile apps, SDKs and backend services, ensuring good coverage of functional, regression and integration scenarios. · Manage and evolve the device farm (physical and/or virtual devices), including provisioning, configuration, monitoring and optimisation of device usage. · Build and maintain test automation frameworks and tooling, integrating them with CI/CD pipelines to provide fast and reliable test feedback. · Collaborate closely with Engineering, Data, Product and QA teams to understand requirements, define test strategies and embed automation early in the development lifecycle. · Monitor and improve test reliability and stability, investigating flaky tests, performance bottlenecks and environmental issues. · Contribute to and maintain documentation for automation frameworks, device farm processes, test strategies and runbooks. · Use AI‑assisted tools where appropriate to accelerate test creation, diagnosis and maintenance while keeping quality and reliability front‑of‑mind. · Adhering to Company Policies and Procedures with respect to Security, Quality and Health & Safety. About You: You enjoy building robust automation systems and you’re motivated by making complex test environments stable, observable and easy for others to use. You like working close to the product and understanding how real users interact across different devices and platforms. You must have: · Hands‑on experience with test automation for mobile and/or web applications (e.g. Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, Selenium, Playwright, etc.). · Strong skills in at least one programming or scripting language used for automation (e.g. Python, JavaScript, TypeScript). · Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, or using orchestration platforms such as Apache Airflow · Practical experience working with real and/or virtual devices (Android, iOS, emulators/simulators) and dealing with the challenges of scale, stability and configuration. · A structured, detail‑oriented approach to test design, reliability and debugging. · Clear, proactive communication and a collaborative approach to working with engineers, QA and product stakeholders. · Willingness to use AI tools to accelerate learning, test creation and analysis while applying critical thinking and verification. Nice to have but not essential: · Experience managing or using a device farm solution (e.g. AWS Device Farm, Firebase Test Lab, BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, or an internal farm). · Familiarity with observability and monitoring for test and device infrastructure (logs, metrics, dashboards, alerts). · Knowledge of mobile platform internals (Android/iOS), SDK integration testing, or backend API testing. · Exposure to AWS‑based infrastructure or similar cloud environments. Why Join RealityMine? At RealityMine, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we go the extra mile to support every team member to unlock their full potential. Whether you're hungry for learning, driven by achievement, or just love being part of a dynamic and supportive team, you'll find a home here. Your Benefits · Generous Time Off: Enjoy 25 days of paid holiday, plus bank holidays. After two years with us, you can also buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave. · Peace of Mind: Life assurance and a workplace pension with employer contributions. · Reward for Performance: Bonus scheme that recognizes your hard work and contributions. · Cycle to Work Scheme: For the cyclists among us, we've got you covered. · Gear You’ll Love: Choose the tech that works for you, we'll try and source it! · Learning & Growth: Benefit from one-to-one coaching, a budget for training programs, and all the support you need to keep growing. · Giving Back: Join us in supporting local charities and making a positive impact. Hybrid Working We know work-life balance matters, so we’ve embraced a flexible hybrid working model: · Located in Trafford Park, our Manchester office offers an inspiring, collaborative space to work alongside your colleagues. · Free parking and secure bike shed. Excellent public transport links. · Split your time between the office and home, with 2 days working in our offices. · Full equipment provided for home working (desk, screen, chair). · Receive £100 annually to personalise your home workspace. · Flexible start and finish times to suit your personal circumstances. If you’re a Automation Engineer professional excited to work on impactful projects and shape the future of data insights, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your CV with the heading ‘Automation Engineer’ to

Senior Engineering Manager | Manchester | Hybrid About the role Myn is supporting a global platform business with a key leadership hire as part of a broader reorganisation within engineering. This role sits above individual teams. You’ll be responsible for a group of engineering teams and the managers leading them, with a focus on improving how delivery works across the organisation. The environment is already established, with multiple teams, dependencies and moving parts. The priority now is creating more consistency, improving flow, and strengthening how teams operate at scale. Responsibilities Lead multiple engineering teams through Engineering Managers Support, coach and develop Engineering Managers across performance, growth and hiring Own delivery across a broader area, ensuring work is aligned and progressing as expected Improve how work is planned, prioritised and executed across teams Identify where delivery slows down or breaks, and address underlying causes Work closely with product and senior stakeholders to maintain clarity on priorities Help shape engineering practices across areas such as CI/CD, automation and observability Drive improvements in delivery flow, release processes and overall engineering effectiveness Contribute to improving reliability, scalability and overall system health Manage cross-team dependencies, risks and delivery challenges across a complex environment Requirements Experience managing Engineering Managers directly (manager-of-managers experience) Strong technical background, with the ability to guide teams without being hands-on Experience working in environments with distributed systems, production scale and operational complexity Track record of improving delivery across multiple teams Familiarity with modern engineering practices (CI/CD, automation, observability) Comfortable working across teams, stakeholders and organisational boundaries Strong leadership and communication skills Nice to have Experience in financial services, fintech or other complex, regulated environments Exposure to platform or infrastructure-focused teams Experience supporting organisational change, transformation or restructuring Awareness of engineering metrics such as lead time, deployment frequency or system reliability The environment This is an established platform with multiple engineering teams already in place. The focus now is on improving how those teams work together, creating more consistency in delivery, and building a stronger foundation as the organisation evolves. The role sits within a wider international engineering organisation, with exposure to multiple systems, domains and stakeholders.

Application Engineer - Protection, Control, Automation England, Wales, Scotland, United Kingdom Hybrid/Remote About the Role: Join a long-established organisation within the electrical engineering sector, dedicated to strengthening and modernising power networks worldwide. With over a century of expertise, the company plays a key role in improving grid reliability and resilience. Despite its global reach and strong industry reputation, the organisation maintains an environment where individual contributions truly matter. Location: This position is a remote based contract, with flexible hybrid working options across different UK offices (England, Wales & Stoutland). Fully remote arrangements is available, provided you are within reasonable reach of a major transport hub. The Position: This opportunity is suited to an experienced engineer with strong expertise in electrical distribution systems (or transmsision), including switching, protection, automation, and control technologies. The role involves both technical and strategic input, particularly in aligning product capabilities with customer needs. You will support a range of solutions and services for utility clients across the EMEA region. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will engage with stakeholders at all levels - from technical teams to senior decision-makers. The role also involves hands-on support in the field, including occasional emergency response, and requires regular travel, including overnight stays and some international trips. Key Responsibilities • Provide technical support to sales teams across the EMEA region, • Deliver expert product support and guidance to customers, • Assist in customer and internal training on equipment and systems, • Ensure compliance with industry safety standards and electrical regulations, • Contribute to product development and adaptation for regional markets, • Support analysis and application of protection systems for distribution networks, • Assist with general sales and customer support activities, • Undertake additional duties as required Requirements • Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience, • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is advantageous, • Experience working with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), • Willingness to travel across the UK, Ireland, and occasionally internationally, • Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and enterprise systems (e.g. CRM/ERP platforms), • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Knowledge of medium and high voltage electrical equipment and applications, • Excellent organisational and time management abilities, • Full UK driving licence

• Fantastic opportunity to join a leader in smart building technology., • Specialist training in Building Management Systems (BMS)., • Excellent scope for long-term career development. About the Company: Our client is a globally recognised business at the forefront of intelligent building control and automation. They deliver advanced BMS solutions to optimise energy efficiency, safety, and performance across commercial and industrial sites. With a strong reputation for innovation and customer service, they are now expanding their commissioning team in the Northwest. Role Overview: BMS Commissioning Engineer (Northwest Region) This role is perfect for someone with a technical or electrical background who is looking to build their expertise in Building Management Systems. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for configuring, testing, and delivering BMS installations across a range of client sites, supported by specialist training and ongoing development. Key Responsibilities: · Configure and test BMS control panels, controllers, and field devices to ensure systems run smoothly. · Commission new BMS installations and integrate additional equipment into existing networks. · Develop and fine-tune control software and graphics interfaces for client use. · Carry out on-site commissioning, system handovers, and customer demonstrations. · Collaborate with Project Managers on installation planning and technical support. · Maintain documentation including commissioning reports, site records, and system manuals. · Build strong relationships with clients, acting as their trusted technical advisor on BMS solutions. · Ensure safe working practices in line with company and site procedures. Key Requirements: · Background in electrical engineering, controls, or related disciplines. · Experience working with BMS or control systems is desirable but not essential (full training provided). · Familiarity with HVAC principles and building services is advantageous. · Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and system configuration tools. · Strong communication skills and customer-focused approach. · Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites within the region. · Full UK driving licence. Package: · Salary £40,000 - £52,000 · Company bonus · Company vehicle · Private healthcare · Specialist BMS training and clear career progression pathways · Pension scheme and company benefits · 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Ideal Candidate Location: Manchester, Warrington, Chester, Bolton, Preston, Wigan, or nearby areas in the Northwest.

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Leading food manufacturer · Trafford Park, Manchester · Continental shift £57,679 + 5% bonus If you're the kind of engineer who hates standing still — who'd rather be diagnosing a fault, improving a process, or mentoring the next generation of engineers than watching the clock — this role was built for you. You'll be a key part of the maintenance team at a high-output food manufacturing site in Trafford Park, keeping production running smoothly and pushing the site's performance forward. This isn't a purely reactive role: you'll have real scope to identify inefficiencies, drive improvements, and make your mark on OEE. What you'll be doing • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding to breakdowns to keep production moving, • Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and automation faults quickly and accurately, • Identifying process improvements and putting them into practice through change management, • Supporting and coaching colleagues — sharing your knowledge and raising the team's capability, • Working to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards on a AA BRC-rated site What we're looking for • Time-served apprentice-trained engineer with an ONC, BTEC, or equivalent (HNC a bonus), • Strong hands-on skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, • Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment — food or FMCG preferred, • Familiarity with highly regulated or audited sites (BRC, ISO, or similar), • A sharp analytical mind and the confidence to make decisions under pressure The package • £57,679 base salary + 5% annual bonus, • Continental shift — 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off, • 22 days holiday, • Pension up to 10%, life assurance 4×, BUPA healthcare, • EV salary sacrifice scheme with free onsite charging, • Staff discounts worth up to £3k per year, • Cycle to work scheme Ready to make a move? Apply below with your CV or call the Tiro team to find out more. Tiro is a specialist Employment Agency & Employment Business working across engineering, manufacturing, motorsport, software, and electronics — placing candidates in both contract and permanent roles.

Perch Group are searching for a Data Engineer. At Perch Group, our vision is clear: to lead the UK debt purchase and collection industry by harnessing cutting-edge technology to drive ethical, efficient, and data-driven debt resolution. Our annual mission is to empower hundreds of thousands of customers to positively engage with and resolve their outstanding debts. We do this through an empathetic and customer-centric approach that is at the heart of our success. The Role We’re looking for a Data Engineer to support the development of our modern data platform and contribute to our transition toward metadata driven and configuration led engineering. This role is ideal for someone with strong fundamentals in data engineering who is ready to grow into more advanced automation focused work. You will build and maintain data pipelines, contribute to reusable engineering patterns, and work alongside senior engineers to uplift automation, data quality, and delivery standards. What will your day-to-day look like? Engineering Delivery • Build, maintain, and enhance data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python and T SQL., • Apply parameterisation, configuration, and reusable components in ADF and Databricks where appropriate., • Support the creation of metadata driven patterns by implementing components and contributing to framework evolution., • Assist in developing and refining data models and data warehouse layers., • Ensure pipelines are performant, reliable, and aligned with engineering and governance standards. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Work closely with senior engineers, analysts, and architects to understand requirements and deliver robust, well designed solutions., • Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives., • Participate in DevOps practices such as CI/CD, automated testing, and version control. Operational Support • Troubleshoot and resolve pipeline issues, ensuring stability and data accuracy., • Monitor pipeline performance and help implement improvements., • Support continuous optimisation and lifecycle management. Does this sound like you? Essential • 3+ years T SQL including joins, transformations, stored procedures, and performance basics, • 3+ years Azure Data Factory, including pipeline development, parameter usage, and basic templates, • 3+ years Databricks experience (PySpark, Delta Lake, notebooks), • 2+ years Python Experience, • Experience working with data warehouses and structured modelling concepts, • Strong understanding of ETL/ELT practices and data centric engineering Desirable • Exposure to metadata driven or config driven engineering practices, • Basic PySpark optimisation or Delta Lake performance tuning, • Experience using Azure DevOps (repos, pipelines), • Understanding of data governance, data quality tooling, or lineage concepts, • Experience in regulated environments or financial services The Application Timeline • A first stage call with the internal recruitment team (15 minute call), • On site technical test (up to 2 hours), • A face-to face or-video call with the hiring manager (45 minutes) What’s In It For You • £50,000 + up to 20% of your annual salary, paid as a bonus., • This role can be based at either our Blackpool or Manchester office., • 37.5 hours per week. We offer flexible working hours between our core hours of 8am- 6pm, Monday to Friday., • The opportunity to complete formal qualifications and learn on the job in a successful, growing organisation., • And many more benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development. Typically, the average successful applicant will be within this timeline for 2-3 weeks. Please note we will close this role once we have enough applications for the next stages therefore you should submit your application asap to avoid any disappointment. If you do not receive a response after 3 weeks of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful as we may experience a high volume of applications. We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status. If you have any questions or suggestions of how we can assist you in your application due to disability or personal reasons, please email . PLEASE NOTE - As we are financial services company, we are required to run DBS and Credit Checks on all of our successful candidates. This information MUST be disclosed at the time of your initial screening call should you be invited to interview.

Principal QA / Principal Software Engineer in Test - Manchester City Centre - up to £80k We’re working with a growing SaaS business looking for a Principal QA to lead their testing strategy and drive quality across engineering. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on modern automation.. particularly Playwright (Cypress also welcome). What you’ll be doing: • Own and define the QA strategy across products, • Lead adoption of Playwright-based automation frameworks, • Work closely with engineers to embed quality across the SDLC, • Mentor QA engineers and build a high-performing team, • Improve tooling, processes, and CI/CD pipelines What they’re looking for: • Strong experience with Playwright or Cypress, • Solid background in TypeScript/JavaScript automation, • Experience with API testing (Postman), • Good understanding of CI/CD (Jenkins/AWS/Azure), • Strong communication and leadership skills You’ll be leading a highly skilled, established QA team, while still staying hands-on with automation and strategy. The product itself is a well-known platform you’ve likely come across, adding real-world impact to the work you’ll be doing. If this is something for you, feel free to reach out or apply to the job and I'll be in touch!