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Project Manager (MEP) Manchester Permanent Role NG Bailey has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to form part of the delivery team of a large and exciting scheme in the centre of Manchester. We are looking for someone with an electrical bias that is client facing and can work through PCSA, precon and delivery phases and has strong leadership skills. This is a great opportunity to join a team on a prestigious project but also to be part of NG Bailey and work on some of the countries most important schemes. Key responsibilities in this role Operational leadership • Take overall responsibility for the operational delivery of a portfolio of engineering projects., • Coordinate offsite manufacturing operations to ensure programmes, quality and commercial outcomes are achieved., • Provide visible, proactive Health & Safety leadership., • Support bid and work-winning activities to ensure commercially robust, deliverable and profitable solutions., • Lead and contribute to pre-commencement activities, ensuring designs are manufacturable, fully coordinated and accurately programmed., • Work closely with Senior Project Managers to identify, manage and mitigate project risks and opportunities., • Maintain accurate monthly forecasts and ensure robust cost, programme and commercial control., • Lead monthly project reviews, providing senior management with clear visibility of project performance and financial status., • Lead the effective management of appointed specialists and suppliers., • Ensure manufacturing and installation meet internal standards, client specifications and statutory requirements., • Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships., • Ensure projects are successfully closed out in line with agreed quality, commercial and programme requirements., • Proven experience leading multi-project engineering or manufacturing operations., • Strong commercial and financial awareness with a track record of improving profitability., • Experience of offsite manufacturing or engineered solutions (desirable)., • Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams., • Strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and risk management., • 25 days holiday, • day per annum, plus bank holidays, • Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution, • Private healthcare, • Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice), • Discounts, • Personal development programme, • Flexible Benefits As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. #LI-MD1

Manage and administer NEC3 contracts in accordance with project and governance requirements \n- Control and implement contract variations efficiently, ensuring timely and compliant agreement \n- Maintain accurate cost control, monitoring, and forecasting \n- Valuation of construction works as they progress on site \n- Assist the Project Manager in commercial and cost matters in a proactive and diligent manner \n- Continuously improve the quality and reliability of cost forecasts and budgets \n- Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project objectives, KPIs, and value outcomes \n- Demonstrate value for money of quotations, working with the contractor to drive best practice and value engineering \n\nCandidate Specification \nEssential: \n- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline \n- NEC ECC accreditation and practical experience administering NEC3 ECC contracts \n- Hold, or be working towards, membership of an appropriate professional body or equivalent such as MRICS \n- UK national min BPSS with SC (or SC pending) \n- Relevant degree \n- Min. Senior QS level (Chartered preferred) \n- Min 5 years post qualification experience \n- Client facing experience \n- Experience in nuclear /defence preferable \n- Notable experience in NEC3/4 actual Defined Cost contracts and CEMAR \n- May require travel to Derby for Client meetings

Analytics Engineer (12 month FTC) Up to £67,000 Remote (UK Based) This is an opportunity to join a growing analytics engineering function at a pivotal point in its data transformation. THE COMPANY They are a large, established law firm operating nationally, with thousands of colleagues across multiple UK offices. Data and analytics play an increasingly strategic role, supporting both operational and client facing teams. The culture combines high technical standards with a strong focus on collaboration, flexibility and doing the right thing. THE ROLE As an Analytics Engineer you will own the design and delivery of analytics-ready data within a modern Lakehouse environment, shaping how data is modelled, curated and consumed across the organisation. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: • Play a key role in a Lakehouse programme, sitting at the intersection of analytics, engineering and the business., • Design and own analytics data models, transforming data from enriched layers into curated, analytics ready datasets., • Develop and maintain robust SQL and PySpark transformations within Databricks. The successful Analytics Engineer will have the following skills and experience: • Strong commercial experience as an analytics focused engineer, rather than an analyst., • Advanced data modelling capability, including dimensional modelling., • Strong PySpark and SQL skills in production environments., • Hands on experience with Databricks, including pipelines and governed data environments. The successful Analytics Engineer will receive the following benefits: • Salary up to £67,000 - depending on experience. Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Senior Data Engineer Up to £100,000 + BenefitsRemote - UKThis is a great opportunity to join a high-growth organisation where you can take ownership of end-to-end data engineering projects and play a key role in shaping a modern, scalable data platform.THE COMPANY:This a next-generation sports betting and gaming platform built for a new wave of players. Combining sharp product thinking, bold branding and fast execution.THE ROLE:You will take ownership of the full data engineering lifecycle.Key responsibilities include: • Owning end-to-end data engineering projects across the platform, • Designing, building and optimising scalable data pipelines using Python, SQL and modern orchestration tools, • Developing robust data models aligned with industry best practices, • Ensuring high standards of data quality through testing, monitoring and alerting, • Driving engineering best practices, contributing to code reviews and mentoring other engineersYOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:You will bring strong capability in:, • Python and advanced SQL, • Building and maintaining production-grade data pipelines, • Modern data orchestration tools (e.g. Dagster, Airflow, Prefect), • Data modelling methodologies (Kimball, Data Vault, etc.), • Engineering best practices including testing, version control and clean code, • AWS experienceTHE BENEFITS:You will receive a salary of up to £100,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance, income protection, flexible working, enhanced holiday entitlement and a fully supported home-office setup. HOW TO APPLY:Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.

Project Manager - eDV ClearanceManchester12 Month Initial - Inside IR35 - Up to £650 pdMust Have Active eDV ClearanceAre you an Project Manager that wants to work with one of the leading names in the Aerospace and Defence space? Do you want to help solve some of the Defence industries biggest challenges?This business is one of the most respected Design, Engineering and Project management companies across the globe.On offer is the chance to join an elite team of people that are considered best in class, although this is a contract position they still heavily invest in training and progression of their staff to make sure that everybody can perform to the best of their abilities.As defence becomes one of the leading areas of investment in the world, this company has remained as an industry leading due to its cutting edge technology and a undying commitment to staying ahead of the curve. THE ROLE: • Oversee the BA team and help them solve challenges when dealing with new clients, • Help plan and map the roadmap, and liaise with clients to offer the best solutions, • Develop and implement the future digital transformation road map, • Support the Head of IT, • Experience in Agile Project Management Reference:BBBH24794 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon 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 our website

Engineering Learning Coach - Hybrid Based from my clients main Campus - Openshaw, Manchester, Northwest and Yorkshire all travel expenses paid/mileage etc.. Large area to cover Up to £41,975 - Permanent Full Time - you will manage your own time 37 hours per week (Salary deps on teaching and assessing qualifications) Preferably qualified to Level 4+ in Engineering. Our client are looking to recruit an Engineering Learning Coach who will be responsible for coaching, mentoring, tutoring, and assessing students. As the learners Engineering Learning coach, you will support the apprentices to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours that are required to be demonstrated within the apprenticeship. You will be required to teach in both the classroom and the workshop environment, complete guidance, and mock end point assessments to ensure that apprenticeships are ready for the independent assessment at the end of their apprenticeship You will work closely with other Learning coach’s to ensure that the skills and knowledge learnt in the classroom will be embedded in the workplace. You will take part in discussions with employers to build good relationships and be involved in updating all parties on the apprentice’s journey through progress reviews. You will be expected to embed maths and English into your delivery to ensure that learners that do not have the required level of Functional skills or equivalent can pass the exams. We are committed to making a difference and we need motivated and passionate colleagues who can make it happen. The successful applicant must be flexible, confident and an excellent communicator. Key Responsibilities include: -• Manage and maintain a caseload of learners as agreed with your line manager and carry out regular learner interventions • Ensure evidence for learning, achievement, funding, and Ofsted is captured effectively and timely including:, • 20% OJT requirements are fully met and recorded as per procedure, • Learners achieve the highest grade in EPA they are capable of, • Progress learners using onefile, setting targets for Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, • Individualised learning programmes, agreed with employer and learner based on initial assessments and including Maths and English, • Engage the learner’s line manager, making clear their responsibilities and working collaboratively to provide support, guidance, and opportunities for learning, • Plan the end point assessment process with learners and employers, ensuring preparation and practice is included in the learning plan, • Inspire and motivate learners and identify any barriers and adapt to your learners’ needs, • Motivate and drive learners to achieve their qualifications on time., • Deliver Maths and English (and ICT where applicable), to support the learner’s achievement and progress in these areas, • Ensure marking and feedback to the learner is accurate and supports their development, • Work closely with IQA’s on best practice, development needs and providing sampling, monitoring as detailed in the IQA plan., • Maintain a positive working relationship with employers ensuring progression and new leads are generated, • Produce accurate and timely reports as agreed with your line manager based on your KPI’s, • Contribute to the production of high quality learning materials Courses being run by my client include; Lead engineering maintenance technician, Engineering manufacturing Technician, Engineering Maintenance Technician - dual discipline and Engineering maintenance Technician Single discipline Qualifications, Experience & Skills Essential • Relevant occupational sector experience and relevant qualifications (at a level 4 or higher than delivery), • Functional Skills Level 2 in English, Maths, and ICT or equivalent, or willing to undertake, • Ability to deliver high quality, effective coaching that meets learner needs, • Ability to deliver engaging and interactive teaching in the work shop to meet learners needs., • Excellent level of skills in written and oral and presentational areas, understanding the importance of focus on the audience to support learning, • Ability to plan, paying attention to detail and a track record in developing and delivering robust, effective, prioritised plans which achieve KPIs and strategic aims, • Proactively drive learner performance and engagement, • To be customer focused, having the ability to present Total People in a positive manner, persuading and influencing where necessary, • Seeks continuous improvement – seeks to improve processes and implement and embed changes, • Teaching qualification Cert ed/CTTLS/DTTLS Desirable • Coaching qualification, • Knowledge of Government funded training, • TAQA, AVA, A1 or D32/33 Assessor Qualification Benefits: • Fully flexible working pattern– responsibility for planning your own diary, • 34 days holiday, CPD, support, • Significant pension contribution, • All equipment is provided to complete the role, • Generous annual leave entitlement, • Development opportunities through our own in-house programmes and recognised qualifications, • Staff employee discount scheme for online shopping, days out with ‘You at work’, • Healthcare discounts To apply for the role of Engineering Learning Coach Northwest / Yorkshire please email your cv to Tina Lacey Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to the skills, training and welfare to work sectors nationally. 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Your new companyWe work on projects that truly make an impact, from healthcare and education to commercial developments across the UK. Our focus is on helping organisations achieve their sustainability goals and move towards a net-zero future, using advanced design tools and innovative thinking.Collaborative, and supportive. We believe in helping every team member grow professionally and personally through continuous learning and exciting challenges. You'll be part of a dynamic, ambitious team that values creativity and technical excellence.We offer flexible hybrid working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance while building strong connections with colleagues. Beyond the projects, we care about people and the planet, supporting local communities and maintaining verified Carbon Neutral status. If you're passionate about engineering and want to work on projects that matter, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark.Your new role • Take ownership of assigned projects, focusing on healthcare, public sector, education, and commercial sectors., • Act as the primary client contact for both technical and commercial matters., • Contribute to business development activities and help grow client relationships., • Support senior leadership with project planning, resource allocation, and delivery strategies., • Lead and coordinate the electrical design team, ensuring successful project outcomes and mentoring junior engineers., • Provide technical guidance on healthcare projects, helping the team meet sector-specific standards and requirements., • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated solutions., • Assist senior management with commercial aspects, including bidding for new work and managing project finances., • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng)., • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it)., • Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., CIBSE, IET); IHEEM membership is highly desirable., • A strong background in UK healthcare projects is desirable., • Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in a UK design consultancy., • Expertise in mechanical building services design, with a solid understanding of technical standards, legislation, and best practice., • Commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and financial performance., • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery on time and within scope., • Flexible working, • Medical insurance, Life insurance, • Income protection for long term absence 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

Your new companyAn exciting opportunity to join a building services consultancy based in the heart of Manchester. This consultancy specialises in: • Mechanical design, • Electrical design, • Deliver mechanical building services design across projects from concept through to construction and handover, • Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings for HVAC, domestic water, drainage, and associated systems, • Undertake mechanical design using industry software (e.g. IES, Hevacomp, AutoCAD/Revit), • Coordinate designs with electrical, public health, structural and architectural teams, • Attend design team meetings, client workshops, and site meetings as required, • Respond to technical queries during construction and assist with site inspections, • Ensure designs comply with current regulations, standards, and best practice (e.g. Building Regulations, CIBSE, British Standards), • A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering, • 3-5 years' experience within a building services consultancy or contractor design environment, • A solid understanding of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, domestic water and drainage, • Working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, British Standards and CIBSE guidance, • Experience producing calculations, specifications, reports and coordinated design information 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 AI Engineer We’re looking for a hands-on Senior AI Engineer to build real-world AI systems that deliver measurable impact across customer journeys and internal operations. This role is all about turning emerging AI capabilities-LLMs, agentic systems, ML models, workflows, and AI services-into robust, production-ready solutions. What You’ll Do • Design, build, and integrate AI applications into end-to-end workflows., • Embed agentic AI into customer and operational processes with reliability, resilience, and safe fallback behavior., • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Data, and Operations to take AI solutions from concept to production., • Establish best practices for orchestration, testing, monitoring, and operational safeguards., • Evaluate emerging AI capabilities and translate them into practical, high-value implementations. What We’re Looking For, • Strong software engineering background (Python), with experience delivering production AI or ML-integrated systems., • Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI services, or agentic AI frameworks., • Practical understanding of AI production concerns: latency, resilience, observability, safety, and maintainability., • Systems thinker who collaborates effectively across teams and communicates clearly., • Training and development budgets, • A culture of collaboration and growth so your career can become what you want it to be.

At Moorepay, we’re on a mission to simplify and automate payroll and HR for UK businesses. With thousands of clients relying on our trusted platform and services, we combine powerful technology, compliance expertise, and brilliant people to deliver seamless workforce solutions. As we scale, we're looking for a Technical Project Manager who can bridge the gap between software engineering and business delivery, ensuring our offshore teams remain aligned, productive, and focused on value. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of technology projects across Moorepay’s HR and Payroll product suite. Combining technical background with strong project management skills, you'll oversee the work of multiple offshore development teams, track project performance, and drive process improvement using Azure DevOps and other delivery tools. This is a key role in ensuring we deliver high-quality, secure, and timely solutions to our clients, with transparency and accountability at every stage. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning & Execution: • Lead the planning and execution of technology projects using Agile or hybrid methodologies., • Us your technical background to ensure engineering to follow process, and us best practice., • Define and manage scope, timelines, resources, and budgets across multiple concurrent initiatives., • Act as the primary liaison between UK-based stakeholders, product team, engineers and offshore development/test teams., • Monitor offshore team activities, helping remove blockers and ensure alignment with strategic goals., • Use Azure DevOps to track work items, monitor progress, and report on delivery performance., • Drive Azure DevOps best practices across all teams, and ensure processes are followed., • Regularly assess project health across teams – highlighting risks, issues, and variances to leadership., • Provide structured reports and recommendations to drive accountability and improvements., • Help mature Moorepay’s project delivery frameworks and Agile adoption., • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, QA, and DevOps to evolve best practices., • Proven experience managing software delivery projects in a technical environment., • Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps – boards, pipelines, and reporting., • A technical background in Microsoft technologies., • Experience working with offshore or distributed development teams., • Solid grasp of Agile/Scrum and hybrid delivery models., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication, facilitation, and documentation skills., • Experience with metrics-based project health tracking (e.g., DORA, velocity)., • Familiarity with cloud-based software development (Azure preferred)., • Understanding of CI/CD practices and DevOps culture., • Experience in HR or Payroll software solutions advantageous, but not essential

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

Our client, an award-winning EAP and OH provider, is looking for a talented Senior Backend Developer to join a purpose-driven tech team that creates solutions making a real difference in people's lives. This is more than just a job, it's a chance to shape systems that support employee wellbeing in businesses across the UK & Ireland. The Role As a Senior Backend Developer, you'll be a founding member of a newly formed cross-functional engineering team. You'll play a key role in setting the tone for the team's culture, practices, and success. Your technical expertise will shape our architecture and support business-critical applications. This is a highly collaborative role for someone with a passion for software craftsmanship and continuous improvement. Using your 5+ years of backend development experience, you'll enhance core product features, design scalable systems, and work closely with relevant stakeholders to deliver technical solutions that drive real value. Beyond your individual contributions, you'll mentor junior developers, champion best practices, and drive meaningful improvements in our development processes and tools. This is an opportunity to make a real impact; both through the systems you build and the team culture you help shape. As a Senior Backend Developer, your key responsibilities include; • Enhance features and functionality of core products, • Design and implement scalable backend systems using C# (.NET 5+ preferred), • Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using TDD/BDD principles, • Create and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs, • Collaborate with POs, BAs, and stakeholders to define solutions, • Mentor junior developers and promote best practices You're an experienced backend developer with a solid foundation in modern software engineering practices. You understand what it takes to build systems that scale and you're comfortable working across the full development lifecycle; from design and implementation through testing and deployment. Strong communication skills come naturally to you, and you thrive in collaborative environments where problem-solving and continuous learning are part of the culture. Technical expertise: • Proficiency in C#, .NET (preferably .NET 6+), and SQL Server, • Strong grasp of SOLID principles and object-oriented programming, • Experience with Git, unit testing frameworks (NUnit), and API development, • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and agile methodologies This is an incredible opportunity to make your mark in a company that prioritises purpose, innovation, and professional growth. You'll be part of a team where your ideas are welcomed, your development is encouraged, and your work truly matters. Ready to build something that helps others - and builds your career in the process? Apply today. About the company: This is a truly service-led business and the industry-leading EAP and OH provider - recognised as a Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work' organisation. With an unrivalled track record of strong year-on-year growth, they support over 80,000 organisations and 13 million lives across the UK and Ireland. As part of a global group with 14 operating companies and circa £500m turnover, there's substantial financial backing for continued expansion, including acquisition and international development. This isn't just a job - it's a platform for exceptional career advancement with a business that's going places. 48954MSR5 INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Senior Data Platform Engineer (Snowflake)Locations: Manchester / London / Staines (Hybrid)Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours)Salary: £70,400 + 10% Bonus + Excellent BenefitsOverview We’re hiring a Senior Data Platform Engineer to play a key role in designing, building, and operating a secure, scalable enterprise data platform with a strong focus on Snowflake. This is a senior-level position where you’ll take ownership of platform engineering capabilities- driving automation, governance, and performance optimisation, while enabling data teams to deliver advanced analytics at scale. You’ll operate with a high level of autonomy, contributing to platform standards, improving reliability, and ensuring cost-effective, compliant data operations.Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and manage Snowflake platform capabilities within an enterprise data environment, • Automate infrastructure and resource provisioning using Terraform (IaC), • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions / Azure DevOps), • Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability frameworks, • Lead cost optimisation initiatives across Snowflake workloads, • Define and enforce security best practices (RBAC, data masking, identity integration), • Establish governance and compliance frameworks (audit logging, access reviews), • Design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity strategies, • Create reusable modules, templates, and platform standards, • Produce high-quality documentation, runbooks, and onboarding materialsRequired Skills & Experience, • Strong experience in platform or cloud engineering within enterprise environments, • Deep expertise in Snowflake (warehousing, RBAC, data sharing, performance tuning), • Hands-on experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code, • Proven experience building CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps), • Strong scripting skills (SQL, Python, or Bash), • Solid understanding of Snowflake security features (masking, encryption, identity federation), • Experience with monitoring, query profiling, and usage tracking, • Demonstrated ability to optimise performance and manage costs in large-scale environments, • Strong communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, data, and compliance teams, • Proactive approach to documentation and platform standardsWhat’s on Offer, • 25 days holiday (with option to buy/sell), • Annual performance-based bonus, • Private healthcare, • Enhanced pension and life insurance, • Flexible working arrangements, • Wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits, • Access to discounts and additional perks

The Role The company is looking for a Mid-Level Front End Developer to help design and build high-quality web applications. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and backend developers to create responsive, intuitive, and high-performance user interfaces. This role will involve contributing to new product features, improving existing functionality, and helping shape the overall front-end architecture of the platform. Key Responsibilities • Develop modern, responsive web applications using front-end frameworks and best practices, • Translate UI/UX designs into clean, efficient, and maintainable code, • Build reusable components and scalable front-end architecture, • Work closely with backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless functionality, • Optimise applications for speed, performance, and scalability, • Identify and resolve front-end performance issues and bugs, • Contribute to code reviews and maintain high coding standards across the development team, • Collaborate with product and design teams to continuously improve the user experience, • Stay up to date with emerging technologies and front-end development trends Skills and Experience • Strong experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, • Experience working with modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, • Good understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility, • Experience integrating RESTful APIs, • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, • Understanding of front-end build tools and modern development workflows, • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Experience Required • Approximately 3–5 years’ experience in front-end development, • Experience working within collaborative development teams, • Experience building modern web applications or digital platforms, • Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline is desirable What the Company Offers • Competitive salary of £60,000, • Opportunity to work on modern, high-impact digital products, • Collaborative engineering culture with strong technical leadership, • Clear career progression within a growing technology team, • Modern office environment in Manchester This is an excellent opportunity for a talented front-end developer to join a forward-thinking technology company and contribute to building high-quality digital products used by a growing customer base.

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

Senior UX Product Designer Our client is on a mission to completely transform the way processes are delivered – taking a heavily call-centre-led industry and making it truly digital. This is a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of realigning an entire sector, working on a career-defining project that will shape how people experience financial support. For this position you must have experience native apps- this being the main focus of the role. You will also be responsible in help build a product design culture. The Role As our Senior Product Designer, you’ll take ownership of the end-to-end design process, from mapping flows and journeys to collaborating closely with our engineering teams, all the way through to crafting beautiful, functional UI. You’ll balance a strategic UX mindset with an exceptional eye for detail in visual design, ensuring we deliver a product that’s both intuitive and impactful. You’ll also bring experience in native app design and ideally exposure to customer services products and multi-channel (MC) experiences, helping us shape digital-first journeys that meet users wherever they are. What You’ll Be Doing • Lead the design of seamless digital journeys, reducing the need for human interaction., • Collaborate with product, engineering, and wider stakeholders to bring concepts to life., • Translate complex processes into clear, user-friendly solutions., • Deliver high-quality UI design with a strong sense of craft., • Contribute to design standards and champion best practices across the business., • Apply strategic thinking to ensure our design vision supports business goals while improving user experience., • Shape native app experiences and multi-channel interactions that keep consistency across platforms. What We’re Looking For, • Proven experience as a Senior Product Designer., • A portfolio with punchy case studies (2 pages max each) showing clear problem-solving, process, and outcomes., • Strength in both UX research/journey mapping and UI execution., • Experience working on native apps, with an understanding of platform-specific design patterns., • Exposure to customer services products and/or multi-channel (MC) experience design is a strong plus., • A strategic mindset – able to zoom out to see the bigger picture while also obsessing over detail., • Confident collaborator who thrives working with tech teams., • Someone ambitious who’s excited by the chance to build something new, not just iterate. Benefits:, • Hybrid working, • Learning and development budget

Process Safety Engineer Greater Manchester £40,000 - £50,000 per Annum CAST UK are recruiting for a highly capable Process Safety Engineer to join a well-established and growing chemical manufacturing business in the North West. This is a senior leadership role within a COMAH-regulated environment, offering the opportunity to drive engineering excellence and lead process safety strategy across a complex, high-hazard site. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure full compliance with COMAH regulations and safety case requirements, • Drive process safety initiatives including HAZOP, LOPA and SIL assessments, • Manage capital projects from design through to delivery, • Oversee maintenance strategy, budgets, and engineering KPIs, • Act as key contact for regulatory bodies (HSE & Environment Agency), • Lead audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, • Degree-qualified in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, • Proven experience in a COMAH or high-hazard industrial environment, • Strong background in process safety and engineering, • Knowledge of HSE legislation and best practice, • Ideally NEBOSH qualified and/or Chartered status Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions across Procurement, HR, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics. Every consultant has a professional background in their specialist market, enabling us to deliver exceptional hiring results from entry level through to board appointments. If you're looking to secure talent for your business, contact Cast UK to discuss how we can support your next hire.

Lead Software Engineer Why? Lead a Greenfield web and mobile project Tech - Python, Ruby on Rails, React, Next, React Native, AWS We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who wants more than just an average dev job. You'll own features end-to-end, working closely with product owners, shaping architecture, and mentoring others while working with a modern, cloud-native stack. Great engineering is a team sport. Beyond strong technical skills, we’re looking for someone who communicates openly, collaborates naturally, and helps create an environment where everyone can do their best work. You’ll join a product-focused engineering team where your ideas matter, your code ships fast, and your work has real business impact. Lead Software Engineer Responsibilities • Own features from concept to production; collaborate and co-own product and design to shape solutions, • Translate product strategy into technical and architectural solutions, • Actively communication with stakeholders to support product roadmaps, • Build and scale modern web and mobile applications, • Full-stack development experience Python or Ruby on Rails + React/Next.js or React Native), • Prior experience liaising with product teams and business stakeholders, • Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and automated testing, • Ability to design and deliver complex features from scratch and communicate them to non-technical stakeholders, • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail For more information, please contact Katie at Matched Group. Senior Software Engineer / Senior Software Developer / Ruby-on-Rails / Python

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing an award-wining, Software provider based in the heart of Manchester, providing people solutions to over 50,000 clients worldwide. In this role our client is looking for a candidate that possess an ability to work in cross-functional product teams, in a truly agile way, delivering small increments of value to our customers very frequently. An Ideal candidate would have experience of REST, JSON and how to build clean architecture with TDD and BDD for mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have a positive, 'can-do' attitude, with a thirst for knowledge and the ability communicate knowledge effectively and work within a team. Key Responsibilities/Skills: • Ensure that the initiative has a coherent Definition of Done and that your features are met., • Able to communicate a complicated problem succinctly accurately and coherently to a team with different skill sets., • Exhibit cross functional behaviour and support other competencies within the company., • Able to negotiate and compromise solutions and find the balance between best practice, expediency and longer-term maintenance costs., • Demonstrate, discuss and permeate current good practice in the skills specific to your professional family across other members of your professional family., • Propose new technology, process or tooling to improve efficiency being aware of the future maintenance costs and consistency across other product teams., • You make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so., • Maintain and improve engineering practice., • Maintain and improve software quality for features built (TDD, Pairing, Peer Review, Static Analysis), • Support the product owner and Development Lead in the provision of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle., • Support the QA in identifying describing and resolving defects., • Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements., • You take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea, marketing, sales and operation., • Manage your own training requirements., • Attend industry events and share the value with your Benefits: • 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays., • Day off on your birthday., • Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service., • Pension Plan and Life Insurance., • Access to Employee Assistance Programme., • Company incentives, access to discount schemes., • Profit Share Scheme. 51434NB INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Service Engineer (Machine Tools / Elite Level Training) £40,000- £45,000 + Overtime OTE 50K + Door to Door Pay + Private Car Use + Training on Bespoke Machinery Manchester Are you a Service Engineer from a machine tool background looking to work with the latest cutting-edge technology, within an industry expert providing elite level training in Europe and Japan, on world renowned machine tools produced by technical giants Okuma and Makino? Do you want to join the company at the pinnacle of their industry, working with the likes of JLR, Rolls Royce and BAE, where you will be given tailored development to become leading technical expert in the machine tool field, setting yourself up for the rest of your career? In this role you will be servicing cutting edge machine tools at Blue Chip client's sites, covering a large area in the Northwest of England and Scotland, with fully funded travel and overnight stay. With formal courses and shadowing best-in-class Engineers, you will become a rounded electromechanical Engineer able to fix any type of machine. Recognised as the number one industry leader in the training and development of their Engineers, this machine tool distributor prides themselves as market leaders in their field and are looking to increase their arsenal of machinery and solidify their position in the market. The role would suit a Machine Tool Service Engineer or similar looking to diversify their skill set and become a technical expert in an array of machinery, within a company boasting second-to-none development opportunities. The Role: • Installing, servicing, maintaining, and decommissioning machine tools, • Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults, with ongoing training given, • Travelling to customer sites across the North of England and Scotland, • Service Engineer or similar, • Machine Tool background Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Engineer, Okuma, Makino, Installing, Servicing, Decommissioning, Diagnosing, Faults, Machine, Tools, Maintenance, Maintaining, Liverpool, Warrington, Bolton, Sheffield, Rochdale If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Looking for a team that values development, collaboration, and innovation? This could be the next move you've been waiting for. About the Role: We're looking for a talented BIM Co-ordinator to join a thriving digital engineering team in Manchester.You'll take ownership of MEP coordination, clash detection and model QA across an exciting variety of projects - from major schemes to smaller, fast-paced builds.If you've got strong Revit skills and understand how mechanical & electrical services are installed in the real world, you'll fit right in.What You'll Be Doing: • Leading MEP modelling in Revit, including plant rooms and prefab solutions, • Producing high-quality, installation drawing packs, • Updating and managing drawings to "as-built" status, • Running clash detection and contributing to coordination reviews, • Ensuring models meet required standards and QA procedures, • Liaising directly with clients, designers, and project teams, • Minimum 4 years' experience modelling mechanical and electrical systems, • Strong knowledge of how services are installed in buildings, • Advanced skills in Revit, Navis works Manage, and AutoCAD, • Experience working in Common Data Environments, • Ability to deliver detailed installation drawings, • Confident communicator with a proactive, problem-solving approach, • Genuine career progression into senior coordination roles, • Friendly, collaborative team who want you to succeed, • Exposure to a wide variety of construction sectors, • In-house development and ongoing digital training, • Competitive salary (DOE), • 25 days holiday (+ birthday day off), • Flexible working hours, • Company pension, • Extensive private healthcare, • Life insurance 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 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.

Cyber Software Engineer - National Security The successful applicant will join teams working at the forefront of AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE and Platform Engineering. With long-term programmes secured across the latest frameworks, this position offers the chance to be part of an exciting growth journey with significant technical depth and variety. As a Cyber Software Engineer, the successful applicant will contribute to the research, design and development of critical systems in support of National Security missions. They will apply secure coding practices, maintain high standards of software quality and work closely with operating systems at a low level. Key Requirements • Strong experience with C or C++ * Familiarity with Python * Comfortable working with Linux or Windows operating systems * Knowledge of version control tools and experience in agile delivery environments * An interest in the Cyber domain * Understanding of common software design and testing patterns * Ability to build systems and support continuous integration pipelines Clearance Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain DV clearance. This requires being a British Citizen and having lived in the UK for the past 10 years. Next Steps To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV. The team looks forward to hearing from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Sector: Insurance & Engineering RiskType: Permanent | Senior Architecture RoleAre you a hands-on Solution Architect who enjoys stepping into complex environments, bringing structure to ambiguity, and turning legacy estates into clear, deliverable roadmaps?A global specialist insurance group is strengthening its Manchester technology hub and is looking for a Senior Solution Architect to play a pivotal role in assessing current-state systems, shaping future architecture, and guiding large-scale migration and modernisation initiatives.This is a role for someone who wants to be close to the business, embedded with delivery teams, and accountable for turning architectural thinking into practical outcomes.Why This Opportunity Stands Out True Solution Architecture – You’ll own solution design from current-state assessment through to target architecture and delivery alignment. Greenfield thinking, real constraints – Apply modern architecture principles to a live, evolving estate following acquisition and integration. Delivery-adjacent impact – Work side-by-side with BAs, engineering leads, and business heads to make architecture actionable. Cloud & migration focus – Shape AWS-led migration strategies and integration patterns across multiple systems. High visibility – Act as the architectural bridge between UK teams and US parent stakeholders.What You’ll LeadAs Senior Solution Architect, you will: • Assess existing applications and platforms and define clear target-state architectures, • Build and own system and application roadmaps aligned to business priorities, • Design scalable, modular solution architectures including integration and NFRs, • Lead migration and modernisation initiatives across legacy and cloud platforms, • Act as the architecture point of contact between business, BA, and engineering teams, • Produce clear solution diagrams, documentation, and decision artefacts, • Guide teams on API design, integration patterns, cloud usage, and best practice, • Influence senior stakeholders and confidently challenge assumptions where neededWhat You BringThis role will suit an architect with:, • Strong Solution Architecture experience (6–10+ years) in complex environments, • Proven delivery of application migration and modernisation programmes, • Hands-on experience with AWS-based architectures (Azure knowledge beneficial), • Solid grounding in application, integration, and cloud design patterns, • Insurance experience (general insurance is ideal; deep platform specialism not required), • The confidence to operate with senior, sometimes challenging stakeholders, • A pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset paired with strong communication skillsMajor platform experience (PAS, core systems, large enterprise platforms) is welcome, but architecture capability and delivery credibility matter more than any single product.Who This Role Is Perfect ForArchitects who enjoy: Working close to the business rather than at arm’s length Turning complex current states into clear migration paths Owning solution design through implementation Balancing modern architecture with real-world delivery constraints Being the calm, credible voice in technically and politically complex programmesIf you enjoy shaping the journey rather than just describing the destination, this role offers both influence and impact. Please apply now for immediate consideration.

Overview Our client is seeking a Senior Data Architect to join their growing consultancy team. This role involves working within multidisciplinary Agile teams to design and deliver user-centred digital solutions, ensuring data is accessible, secure, and optimised to support evidence-based decision-making. You will play a key role in defining enterprise-level data architecture, engaging with stakeholders, and delivering scalable data solutions integrated with business systems and processes. This is an opportunity for an experienced data professional to combine technical expertise with client-facing consultancy and leadership responsibilities. Responsibilities • Define and implement data architectures aligned with organisational and enterprise-wide strategies., • Develop and maintain architecture artefacts, including entity relationship models, data dictionaries, ETL/ELT definitions, and data lineage models., • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, taking ownership of architectural decisions and solution design rationale., • Establish governance frameworks to maintain integrity and consistency of data architecture., • Embed data security principles and best practices into all data solutions., • Define standards for data modelling across enterprise environments., • Evaluate APIs, analyse data sources, and assess data quality, integrity, and timeliness., • Reverse-engineer data models from existing systems where required., • Create Agile user stories and support engineering teams throughout delivery., • Support third-party suppliers to ensure system compatibility and integration., • Contribute to integration and reconciliation testing processes., • Proven experience designing and delivering data architectures for diverse stakeholders., • Strong knowledge of data warehousing and data lake architectures, with experience on platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks., • Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)., • Strong understanding of data security principles, including role-based access control., • Advanced data modelling skills across data warehouses and datamarts., • Experience migrating data from legacy systems to cloud-based architectures., • Knowledge of OLTP and OLAP systems and their implementation., • Experience developing and managing entity relationship models, data dictionaries, and ETL/ELT processes., • Strong SQL proficiency; familiarity with SQL Server tools (SSMS, SSIS, SSRS) is advantageous., • Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau., • Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities., • Contributory pension scheme (6% employer contribution, 2% employee contribution)., • 25 days’ annual leave plus UK public holidays., • Flexible benefits package, including private health and dental cover, additional pension contributions, extra holiday purchase, wellbeing support, charity contributions, and sustainability initiatives., • Life assurance, death in service, and critical illness cover., • Cycle-to-Work scheme and electric vehicle salary sacrifice options.

Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java) – Financial Services Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits We’re working with a global financial services organisation looking to hire a Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer to join a high-impact engineering function delivering mission-critical systems. This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who combines deep technical expertise in Java with the ability to lead teams, drive engineering standards, and deliver complex systems end-to-end. The role You’ll take ownership of delivering scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions, working closely with product, design and operations teams. Alongside hands-on development, you’ll play a key role in mentoring engineers and shaping best practices across the team. There is a strong emphasis on backend engineering using Java (Spring), alongside full stack exposure and involvement in modern engineering and AI-driven initiatives. Key responsibilities • Lead and mentor engineering teams, supporting development, performance and growth, • Own end-to-end delivery across the full software lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy, support), • Design and build scalable microservices and APIs using Java (Spring), • Drive engineering best practices across code quality, testing, DevOps and automation, • Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions, • Contribute to architecture, system integration and modernisation initiatives, • Develop and integrate AI-driven capabilities into applications and workflows, • Strong Java development experience (Spring) within complex, enterprise environments, • Experience building distributed systems and microservices architectures, • Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams, • Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation, testing), • Experience with tools such as GitLab, Docker, Splunk, AppDynamics, • Exposure to frontend technologies (JavaScript / TypeScript), • Experience working in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban), • Experience or strong interest in AI development and integrating AI into products, • Backend: Java (Spring), Groovy, • Frontend: JavaScript / TypeScript, • Architecture: Microservices, • Testing: JUnit, Spock, • DevOps & tooling: GitLab, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, • Join a globally recognised financial services organisation, • Work on large-scale, high-impact systems, • Opportunity to influence engineering standards and technical direction, • Exposure to AI-driven innovation, • Strong career progression within a structured environment

Graduate Field Service Engineer (Machine Tools / Electrical)£32,100 package including Basic Salary + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Company Car + Outstanding OEM Training + Full Expense Package + Full Tooling & Equipment Supplied + Residential Training CourseManchester / Leeds M62 corridorAre you a service engineer looking to work for a Global OEM with outstanding upskilling and training opportunities who take on the best and brightest and gives the most thorough and complete training to become a hands-on engineer and product engineering expert?Would you like to work for a leading global Original Equipment Manufacturer with the most thorough and class-leading training and development?On offer is a role with a global brand name with a flat management structure, where you will be trained to become a technical leader on its equipment.With a genuine passion for engineering, you will be looking to commit to a career with a world-leading organisation and enjoy the associated technical development that comes with it.The role: • Diagnose and rectify machine problems and breakdowns, • Training customers in operation, maintenance, and safety aspects, • Routine service of machines and associated equipment, • Promote consumable sales and sales of maintenance contracts, • A suitable engineering qualification- HNC/ Degree, • Previous field experience in machine tools would be an advantage, or an apprentice-trained engineer

£37K - £42K This leading supplier of rotating equipment (electric motors, pumps and inverters) are seeking an Internal Sales Engineer to work in the Sales Department and to ensure that the company achieves its sales target. Reporting into the Internal Sales Manager, the overall purpose of your role is to be accountable for customers that want to place orders for new or existing products, or if they need a replacement product. Your duties will involve: • Assist in the quoting and selling of electric motors, pumps and inverters, • Complete the daily paperwork as required in the department, including but not limited to job paperwork, the daily spreadsheet and quotations., • Manage motor stock and be responsible for the motor stock check at the end of each 4-week period or other times as required., • Chasing feedback off customers, • Follow up with quotes and chase orders, • Manage, and carry out if necessary, the feedback following job quotations for the sales department, including calling customers for quote progress., • Assist in fulfilling orders for the sales new business website. If possible initiate ideas in order to improve sales., • Liaise with suppliers to get the best possible terms on motors and other items sold. Find new suppliers in order to improve terms., • Make suggestions for the introduction of new products and set up alliances with new manufacturers., • Provide support to the sales and other departments when necessary., • Negotiating prices as well as looking at existing pricing structures To apply you must have: -, • Previous internal sales experience in the engineering sector, in particular electric motors, pumps and inverters (essential), • Good knowledge of Word and Excel, • This is a full time office based role (not hybrid), • Dynamic, motivated and always seeking to bring in more sales What's on offer:-, • Quarterly bonus, • Free parking, • The opportunity to advance into a senior role

Full Stack Engineer (Java) – Financial Services Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits We’re working with a global financial services organisation looking to hire a Full Stack Engineer to join a high-impact engineering team delivering scalable, enterprise-grade solutions. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who is strong in Java and enjoys working across the full stack, contributing to architecture, delivery, and modern engineering practices. The role You’ll play a key role in delivering end-to-end software solutions, working closely with product and business stakeholders to build secure, scalable, and resilient systems. While this is a full stack role, there is a strong emphasis on Java (Spring) and backend engineering, alongside exposure to modern frontend, cloud and DevOps environments. Key responsibilities • Design, build and deliver scalable microservices using Java (Spring), • Own delivery across the full software lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy, support), • Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, • Contribute to architecture decisions, system integrations and modernisation initiatives, • Implement best practices across code quality, testing and DevOps, • Support cloud adoption and platform improvements, • Develop and integrate AI-driven capabilities into applications and workflows, • Strong Java development experience (Spring) in complex environments, • Experience building microservices and API-driven architectures, • Good understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation, testing), • Experience with tools such as GitLab, Docker, Splunk, AppDynamics, • Exposure to frontend technologies (JavaScript / TypeScript, Angular), • Experience working in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban), • Interest or experience in AI tools and integrating AI into applications, • Backend: Java (Spring, Maven), Groovy, • Frontend: JavaScript / TypeScript (Angular), • Architecture: Microservices, • Testing: JUnit, Spock, • DevOps & tooling: GitLab, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, • Join a globally recognised financial services organisation, • Work on large-scale, high-impact systems, • Strong focus on modern engineering practices and innovation, • Opportunity to work with AI-driven technologies, • Excellent career progression within a structured environment

Continuous Improvement Manager role based in Stockport. Working for w well established, market leading manufacturing company. Client Details Our client is a well established, growing manufacturing company who are a market leader in their field. Description · Lead change initiatives across all areas of the business by identifying, quantifying, and managing projects from operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and support functions. · Develop the Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy and deploy lean tools and techniques to meet business requirements, focusing on process improvements in Safety, quality, cost, service, and inventory management whilst growing the people within. · Implement best practice lean tools and techniques within the business, including Kaizen / Lean Six Sigma, by coaching and training managers, supervisors, and staff; lead Kaizen and 5S events to ensure methodologies align with the business and customer demands. · Achieve annualized project savings as outlined in the business strategy/growth plans; coordinate project activities during profit planning and support the Operations team with project management and departmental goals. · Continuously enhance project management techniques and coach others in their use, ensuring clear management and timely closure of projects, with accurate plans and concise, high-quality status presentations. · Support and reduce business issues through root cause analysis and corrective action plans for all areas of the business. · Engage the entire organization to promote Lean/CI benefits and foster a culture of continuous improvement as a core business ethos. · Maintain a flexible approach to CI, adapting to the changing needs of the business to achieve goals and objectives inline with the full business strategy agreed at senior level. · Demonstrate proficiency in process improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standard Work, and 5S; coordinate self-assessments and implement action plans to address gaps. · Develop and advance tools and methodologies as appropriate to meet business requirements. · Deliver projects and plans that achieve annualized savings, increase OEE as defined by business objectives · Lead, train, and coach others in lean tools and techniques, building expertise throughout the business and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet all business KPIs. · Own and manage the Kaizen calendar, ensuring deployment and support of activities throughout the business. · Support Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) events and activities to achieve targeted cost reductions where appropriate. Profile · You will be a proven process / continuous improvement manager within a manufacturing environment. · You may have come from a production, operations or quality background within manufacturing originally but will now be an established continuous improvement manager · Relevant proven experience and or six sigma trained (demonstrated) · Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing/warehouse and or engineering environment · Motivated to deliver/achieve with a engaging approach and take people with them on the journey · Ability to work with all levels of the business and set clear pathways vs strategy · Demonstrates a collaborative approach · Experience in working with and training cross-functional groups · IT literate - proficient in SAP use of SharePoint and able to bring new ideas technology into the business Job Offer £60,000 to £70,000 plus bonus and benefits

Senior Software Engineer in Test Contract | Inside IR35 | £400 per dayLocation: Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite per week)Contract End Date:March 2027 I'm currently working with a large, well-established enterprise client who are continuing to grow their digital engineering capability in Manchester. They are looking to engage an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Test on a long-term contract to support the delivery of high-quality, scalable, cloud-based digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level test professional to join a collaborative, agile environment where quality, automation, and engineering best practice are taken seriously. The role offers strong delivery stability with a contract running until March 2027. The Role You'll join a multi-disciplinary digital engineering team, working closely with developers, SREs, and other engineers to embed quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle. The focus is on automation-led testing, CI/CD integration, and driving a continuous testing culture. You will also play a role in mentoring and supporting more junior engineers in test. Key Responsibilities • Define and deliver automated testing strategies for cloud-native systems, platforms, and APIs, • Design, implement, and maintain test automation frameworks, • Embed test stages and quality gates within CI/CD pipelines, • Support defect investigation, root-cause analysis, and resolution, • Collaborate with engineering and SRE teams to meet defined SLAs and SLOs, • Define testing, release, and quality assurance processes, • Set and track quality metrics and measurable outcomes, • Promote continuous testing and quality-first engineering practices, • Provide mentoring and coaching to junior engineers in testRequired Experience, • 5+ years' experience in automated software testing within agile and DevOps environments, • Strong understanding of the Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC), • Hands-on experience with tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, or Postman, • Strong programming capability in Java, Python, or another OO language, • Experience testing enterprise-scale, cloud-native applications, • Good knowledge of APIs, microservices, and distributed architectures, • Experience with version control systems (Git) and modern CI/CD pipelines, • Confident communicator with a collaborative mindsetNice to Have, • BDD experience and Gherkin syntax, • Exposure to observability and monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Datadog), • Experience with Kubernetes or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), • Experience with relational or NoSQL databasesWorking Pattern & Rate, • £400 per day (Inside IR35, via umbrella), • Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week onsite in central Manchester

AI Developer Manchester Hybrid £72k - £80k Sellick Partnership are seeking a hands-on developer eager to work with modern AI technologies. You'll join a small, fast-moving team building applications that incorporate large language models, autonomous agents, and cloud-based AI services. Ideal for someone who enjoys experimenting, learning quickly, and shaping how AI-enabled solutions are delivered. Key Responsibilities • Build and deploy AI-integrated full-stack applications., • Incorporate cloud AI services into production systems., • Develop LLM-powered features and autonomous workflows., • Translate stakeholder requirements into working software., • Support prototyping, research, and early-stage solution design., • Contribute to internal AI tools, reusable components, and best-practice development approaches., • Strong full-stack development background (JavaScript/TypeScript, .NET/C#, or Python)., • Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines., • Fast learner with solid engineering discipline., • Able to work independently and collaborate in a small team., • Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, or agent-based AI., • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Project Manager - DV ClearnceManchester12 Month Initial - Inside IR35 - Up to £650 pdMust Have Active DV ClearanceAre you an Project Manager that wants to work with one of the leading names in the Aerospace and Defence space? Do you want to help solve some of the Defence industries biggest challenges?This business is one of the most respected Design, Engineering and Project management companies across the globe.On offer is the chance to join an elite team of people that are considered best in class, although this is a contract position they still heavily invest in training and progression of their staff to make sure that everybody can perform to the best of their abilities.As defence becomes one of the leading areas of investment in the world, this company has remained as an industry leading due to its cutting edge technology and a undying commitment to staying ahead of the curve. THE ROLE: • Oversee the BA team and help them solve challenges when dealing with new clients, • Help plan and map the roadmap, and liaise with clients to offer the best solutions, • Develop and implement the future digital transformation road map, • Support the Head of IT, • Experience in Agile Project Management Reference:BBBH24794 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon 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 our website

Senior Software Engineer Why? Lead a Greenfield web and mobile project Tech - Python, Ruby on Rails, React, Next, React Native, AWS We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who wants more than just an average dev job. You'll own features end-to-end, working closely with product owners, shaping architecture, and mentoring others while working with a modern, cloud-native stack. Great engineering is a team sport. Beyond strong technical skills, we’re looking for someone who communicates openly, collaborates naturally, and helps create an environment where everyone can do their best work. You’ll join a product-focused engineering team where your ideas matter, your code ships fast, and your work has real business impact. Senior Software Engineer Responsibilities • Own features from concept to production; collaborate and co-own product and design to shape solutions, • Translate product strategy into technical and architectural solutions, • Actively communication with stakeholders to support product roadmaps, • Build and scale modern web and mobile applications, • Full-stack development experience Python or Ruby on Rails + React/Next.js or React Native), • Prior experience liaising with product teams and business stakeholders, • Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and automated testing, • Ability to design and deliver complex features from scratch and communicate them to non-technical stakeholders, • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail For more information, please contact Katie at Matched Group. Senior Software Engineer / Senior Software Developer / Ruby-on-Rails / Python

• Have you had a career break of 12+ months?, • Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices • Software Engineering, • Change & Transformation, • IT Operations, • Data & Analytics Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications • Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year, • At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience, • A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology, • Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM, • Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career, • Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills, • Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Quantity Surveyor Manchester Permanent Who are we? MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments, alongside the active asset management of an expanding portfolio of existing assets. With a development pipeline portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion, MCR is firmly positioned as one of the UK’s most ambitious and fast-growing property businesses. As we continue to scale over the coming years, we are seeking motivated, commercially astute construction professionals who are looking to grow alongside the business. This is an opportunity to join a company at a pivotal stage of its expansion, where strong performance is recognised, responsibility is real, and progression is earned. Who are we recruiting? We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the commercial and financial delivery of an assigned office refurbishment project within the Greater Manchester area. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring schemes are procured efficiently and delivered within agreed budgets and programmes, providing hands-on commercial expertise from inception through to final account. Reporting into the Construction Director and Commercial Director, with direct exposure to the Board, you will take ownership of monthly cost reporting, financial forecasting, contract and subcontract packages, and the management of variations. You will work closely with a wider delivery team of Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors, contributing to the commercial strategy and financial control of projects across the portfolio. The role is primarily office-based, with regular site visits for meetings, valuations, and project reviews depending on your experience level and project location. Tell us about you The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of subcontract procurement processes and have a minimum of three years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with particular experience in the delivery of high end office refurbishment projects. You will have gained experience within a developer, main contractor, or subcontractor environment and be confident operating across both pre- and post-contract stages. This includes preparing cost plans and estimates, measurement for bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, value engineering, tender reporting, interim valuations, and final accounts. A broad knowledge of construction industry processes, procedures, and best practice is essential, along with solid technical understanding of building materials, construction techniques, and building systems. You will be comfortable working with financial and reporting tools and be fully computer literate, with strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, and related software. A full, clean driving licence is also required. From a personal and professional perspective, this role requires someone who approaches challenges head-on, is confident acting as a sounding board for colleagues and stakeholders, and can provide practical, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be comfortable negotiating with subcontractors and consultants, and carry yourself with professionalism and confidence when dealing with individuals at all levels of seniority. This is a role for someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a growing business. If you are commercially driven, technically capable, and looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a high-growth property company, we would welcome your application.

Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack – Java / Vue.js) Our client based in Manchester City Centre is currently looking for an experienced Java Technical Lead Engineer to join our growing team, helping to shape and deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions across their platform. This is a key role where you’ll act as the bridge between our Java/Spring backend and Vue.js frontend, taking ownership of feature development from concept through to delivery. You’ll play a central part in ensuring seamless integration across the stack, maintaining architectural consistency, and driving best practices across the engineering team. Alongside hands-on development, you’ll mentor junior engineers and help elevate the overall technical capability of the team. What you’ll be doing: You’ll be working across the full stack, leading the design and delivery of new features while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. The role requires someone who can take high-level requirements and translate them into clear technical solutions, working closely with both product and engineering teams. Technical environment You’ll bring deep expertise in Vue.js and modern frontend development, paired with strong backend experience in Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem (including Data, Security, and MVC). A solid understanding of RESTful API design, SQL/database design, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS is essential. What we’re looking for We’re looking for someone with 8+ years of experience in software engineering who has a proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring others. You’ll be a strong problem-solver and critical thinker, comfortable working from broad requirements and shaping them into robust, scalable solutions. A security-first mindset would be highly beneficial, and any background in cybersecurity would be a significant advantage given the nature of our work. Location & flexibility Preference for candidates based in the North West, but we’re open to fully remote candidates. The role includes one week per quarter in our Manchester office to collaborate with the wider team. Benefits: • Flexible working, • Potential share options Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack – Java / Vue.js)

As a Software 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., • Experience as a software engineer within modern cloud-native environments., • Strong development skills in at least one of the following languages/frameworks: C# .NET, Node, React, 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., • Familiarity with observability tooling and debugging complex systems.

Senior Software Developer Why? Lead a Greenfield web and mobile project Tech - Python, Ruby on Rails, React, Next, React Native, AWS We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who wants more than just an average dev job. You'll own features end-to-end, working closely with product owners, shaping architecture, and mentoring others while working with a modern, cloud-native stack. Great engineering is a team sport. Beyond strong technical skills, we’re looking for someone who communicates openly, collaborates naturally, and helps create an environment where everyone can do their best work. You’ll join a product-focused engineering team where your ideas matter, your code ships fast, and your work has real business impact. Senior Software Developer Responsibilities • Own features from concept to production; collaborate and co-own product and design to shape solutions, • Translate product strategy into technical and architectural solutions, • Actively communication with stakeholders to support product roadmaps, • Build and scale modern web and mobile applications, • Full-stack development experience Python or Ruby on Rails + React/Next.js or React Native), • Prior experience liaising with product teams and business stakeholders, • Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and automated testing, • Ability to design and deliver complex features from scratch and communicate them to non-technical stakeholders, • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail For more information, please contact Katie at Matched Group. Senior Software Engineer / Senior Software Developer / Ruby-on-Rails / Python

Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java / Vue.js) Our client based in Manchester City Centre is currently looking for an experienced Java engineer to join our growing team as a Lead Full Stack Engineer, helping to shape and deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions across their platform. This is a key role where you’ll act as the bridge between our Java/Spring backend and Vue.js frontend, taking ownership of feature development from concept through to delivery. You’ll play a central part in ensuring seamless integration across the stack, maintaining architectural consistency, and driving best practices across the engineering team. Alongside hands-on development, you’ll mentor junior engineers and help elevate the overall technical capability of the team. What you’ll be doing You’ll be working across the full stack, leading the design and delivery of new features while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. The role requires someone who can take high-level requirements and translate them into clear technical solutions, working closely with both product and engineering teams. Technical environment You’ll bring deep expertise in Vue.js and modern frontend development, paired with strong backend experience in Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem (including Data, Security, and MVC). A solid understanding of RESTful API design, SQL/database design, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS is essential. What we’re looking for We’re looking for someone with 8+ years of experience in software engineering who has a proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring others. You’ll be a strong problem-solver and critical thinker, comfortable working from broad requirements and shaping them into robust, scalable solutions. A security-first mindset would be highly beneficial, and any background in cybersecurity would be a significant advantage given the nature of our work. Location & flexibility Preference for candidates based in the North West, but we’re open to fully remote candidates. The role includes one week per quarter in our Manchester office to collaborate with the wider team. Benefits • Flexible working, • Potential share options Interested? Please click Apply Now! Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java / Vue.js)

Software Engineering Manager My client, a progressive and ambitious organisation, is seeking an exceptional Software Engineering Manager to lead, energise and elevate their engineering function of approximately 20. This is a pivotal executive-level role, reporting directly to the CEO and working in close partnership with the Chief Architect, where you will play a critical part in shaping both technical direction and commercial outcomes. They are looking for a dynamic, high-impact leader -someone who can inspire teams, drive performance, and combine deep technical expertise with strong commercial acumen. The Role As Head of Software Engineering, you will take full ownership of a 20-person engineering function - building a high-performing, accountable, and motivated team that consistently delivers secure, scalable and commercially aligned technology solutions. This role requires more than technical oversight. You will be a visible and energetic leader who sets the tone, challenges thinking constructively, and ensures engineering is not just a delivery function but a strategic driver of business growth. Working alongside the Chief Architect, you will translate architectural vision into operational excellence, ensuring execution, pace and quality remain uncompromising. Reporting to the CEO, you will contribute at executive level, aligning engineering strategy directly with commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership • Define and execute a clear engineering strategy aligned to business growth and revenue objectives., • Partner with the CEO and executive team to ensure technology investment delivers measurable commercial value., • Drive performance, efficiency and scalability across the 20-person engineering function., • Own budget, resource planning and cost management within engineering. Inspirational People Leadership, • Lead, mentor and energise a team of approximately 20., • Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement., • Develop leadership capability within the engineering management layer., • Foster an environment that attracts, retains and develops top technical talent. Technical Excellence & Delivery, • Oversee the design and delivery of secure, scalable, high-quality digital platforms., • Ensure best-in-class Agile, DevOps and modern software engineering practices., • Maintain hands-on credibility with strong technical depth and architectural understanding., • Drive engineering KPIs focused on quality, velocity, stability and customer impact. Collaboration & Executive Influence, • Work closely with the Chief Architect to ensure architectural vision is effectively implemented., • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Operations and Commercial teams., • Translate complex technical strategy into clear business language for executive stakeholders. You will bring: • Significant senior leadership experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams (circa 20+)., • Proven ability to build, inspire and scale high-performing teams., • Strong commercial acumen with experience aligning technology to business growth., • Deep technical knowledge and a hands-on engineering background., • Experience operating at executive level and influencing senior stakeholders., • A track record of delivering secure, scalable platforms in regulated or complex environments (financial services experience desirable)., • 28 days Holiday + BH, • Healthcare, • Hybrid working Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineering Manager - Manchester

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Services team in Manchester. This is a key role within the team, focused on delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, while supporting junior engineers and contributing to the continued growth of the team. About the Office Located close to Manchester’s Spinningfields cultural hub, our office in the Trinity building offers an ideal place from which to make the most of this vibrant area. Our welcoming and diverse team is working on some of the most prestigious and innovative projects in Manchester, across the UK and around the world. From sustainability-focused offices and commercial premises to cutting-edge healthcare facilities and from award-winning retail developments to major new residential communities, you’ll have the opportunity to play a major role in delivering schemes across a huge range of sectors. Key Responsibilities • Deliver mechanical design for building services projects from concept through to completion, • Support project leads in ensuring technical excellence, budget control, and timely delivery, • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external stakeholders, • Prepare and review design calculations, specifications, and drawings, • Contribute to sustainable and low-carbon design solutions in line with industry best practice, • Assist with client engagement and support business development activities where appropriate, • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and quality procedures About You • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, • Working towards Chartered Engineer status (or recently achieved), • Experience within a building services consultancy environment, • Proven experience contributing to the delivery of projects, • Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards, • Experience across a range of sectors (commercial, residential, healthcare, etc.), • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving Joining our team will give you: • Competitive salary and benefits package with annual salary reviews, • 26 days holiday per year, rising to 31 days with loyalty days, plus bank holidays, • Fantastic training and development culture, • Access to mentoring support from industry experts, • Opportunity to play a key role in exciting and varied projects, • ICE Training Agreement, • Opportunity to be client-facing and get involved in business development and marketing activities, • Fast-tracked career progression for the right candidates

Are you a Principal Process Engineer ready to take full technical ownership of complex water industry designs? Do you have deep expertise in wastewater treatment processes and the authority to approve designs, calculations and technical standards? Are you confident leading multidisciplinary teams and representing process solutions at HAZOPs and senior technical reviews? If this role looks of interest, then click apply to take those next steps! The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has become available for a proven Principal Process Engineer to spearhead key water infrastructure projects for one of our key engineering EPC clients. This role will put you in a pivotal role, leading a team of Engineers. As Principal Process Engineer, you’ll have a key influence in delivering high-profile projects across the regulated UK water sector Your duties and responsibilities will be • Providing technical leadership to ensure all process design outputs meet safety, quality and regulatory expectations, • Developing and selecting efficient process solutions based on scope, site data and project constraints, and clearly communicating these to internal teams and clients, • Leading, mentoring and developing engineers and graduates, setting direction and maintaining high technical standards, • Reviewing and approving process calculations, mass balances, hydraulic sizing, flow diagrams, control philosophies and commissioning strategies, • Significant process design experience within the regulated UK water industry, with strong delivery of wastewater treatment solutions, • In?depth knowledge of wastewater unit processes and treatment plant design, • Accredited with a BEng or MEng in Chemical Engineering or equivalent Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

About Imperagen Imperagen is building an AI-powered enzyme engineering company focused on biocatalysis. Our ambition is to create a proprietary AI platform that connects computational design, experimental validation, and real-world commercial outcomes in a system that gets smarter over time. We believe the future of biocatalysis will be shaped by autonomous closed loop experimentation, where AI, software, and lab workflows work together to accelerate discovery, improve decision quality, and compound learning across programs. Reporting: Reports to CEO | Member of the management team | Occasional Board reporting Location: Manchester, UK. This is an on-site leadership role. We are not considering remote or primarily hybrid candidates. Candidates must either already be based within commuting distance of Manchester or be willing to relocate before their start date. The Role We are hiring a Director, AI Engineering to build and lead Imperagen’s AI engineering capability in Manchester. You will join a small existing team and build from that foundation, strengthening current capabilities while selectively adding new talent over time. This is not a zero-to-one team creation role, but a hands-on leadership role focused on scaling and upgrading an already established base. You will be responsible for building the team, defining the architecture, writing code, shaping engineering standards, and leading the development of the AI platform that underpins Imperagen’s long-term advantage. You will report directly to the CEO, join the management team, and occasionally present to the Board on technical progress, capability build-out, and strategic direction. We are looking for a technical AI leader who is equally comfortable coding, architecting systems, and setting direction at company level. You will work closely with leadership, scientists, and engineers to build the AI platform, deploy AI agents, and create the software systems required for autonomous closed loop experimentation in biocatalysis. Manchester, UK. Responsibilities • Lead and develop Imperagen’s AI engineering team in Manchester. You will assess team capabilities, make strategic hires, and develop a high-performing group of AI and software engineers through strong leadership, coaching, and organisational design., • Remain hands-on in coding, system design, architecture, and technical problem-solving., • Define and build the AI platform that connects data, models, scientific workflows, experimentation, and learning loops., • Lead the development of agentic capabilities across the company, including the design and deployment of AI agents that improve scientific workflows, internal productivity, and platform intelligence., • Build the software foundations required for autonomous closed loop experimentation linking computational design and wet-lab validation., • Partner closely with scientific leadership to translate biological and experimental challenges into scalable AI systems., • Establish best practices in engineering quality, reproducibility, reliability, security, and technical execution., • Balance near-term delivery goals with long-term platform and model advantage., • Shape technical strategy, hiring plans, and capability development as Imperagen scales., • Serve as a senior technical leader on the management team and a trusted partner to the CEO., • Present occasional updates to the Board on technical roadmap, progress, risks, and strategic opportunities. Required Experience and Qualifications • 5+ years of experience leading and managing engineering, machine learning, or AI teams., • Experience at Director level, or clear evidence of operating with Director-level scope, judgment, and accountability., • Proven track record of building teams, including hiring, performance management, and making effective people decisions when needed., • Deep technical expertise in AI and machine learning, with strong understanding of modern model architectures, training strategies, evaluation frameworks, and production deployment., • Strong software engineering background, including experience building production-grade platforms, systems, and infrastructure around AI., • Clear evidence of being a hands-on technical leader who still writes code and drives architecture., • Experience building and deploying AI-enabled products or platforms in real-world settings., • Experience building agentic systems and deploying AI agents into live workflows., • Experience leading technical teams in high-ambiguity, fast-moving environments., • Ability to operate as a player-coach who can move fluidly between coding, architecture, leadership, and strategy., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across technical, scientific, and executive stakeholders. Eligibility to Work in the UK • Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK., • Please note that Imperagen is not able to provide visa or work permit sponsorship for this role. Preferred Experience • Experience in elite AI environments or top-tier technology organizations., • Experience building applied AI systems in scientific, biotech, life sciences, computational biology, or other deep tech domains., • Experience working with experimental, noisy, sparse, or highly specialized datasets., • Experience designing or scaling AI platforms that support iterative learning loops and continuous improvement over time., • Familiarity with semi-autonomous or autonomous experimentation systems, lab-in-the-loop workflows, or related closed-loop scientific platforms., • Familiarity with protein engineering, biocatalysis, computational biology, bioinformatics, structural biology, or related domains., • Experience in startup or scale-up environments where speed, judgment, and resourcefulness matter., • Experience attracting top-tier AI and engineering talent and building high-performance cultures from scratch. Education • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Physics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Engineering, or a related technical field required., • Research experience relevant to AI/ML, computational biology, protein science, biocatalysis, or adjacent quantitative scientific fields is desirable. What Success Looks Like In the first 12 months, success in this role would include: • Building a strong initial AI engineering team in Manchester,, • Establishing the architectural foundations of Imperagen’s AI platform,, • Delivering meaningful progress toward autonomous closed loop experimentation,, • Deploying early agentic capabilities and AI agents that improve scientific and operational workflows,, • Raising the standard of engineering quality, speed, and technical scalability across the company,, • Creating a credible roadmap for long-term platform advantage in AI-driven biocatalysis. Compensation Imperagen offers a competitive salary plus equity, and the opportunity to help build a category-defining company at the intersection of AI, biology, and industrial impact. Why Join Imperagen This is a rare opportunity to build something foundational. You will shape the AI engineering function, help define the company’s technical advantage, and work on real-world systems where software, models, and experimental science come together. If you want to build an AI platform that interacts with reality, deploy agentic systems in a frontier scientific setting, and help create a long-term competitive edge in biocatalysis, we would love to hear from you.

Senior Power Risk Engineer – Insurance x3 | £90,000–£125,000 + Car Allowance, Generous Bonus , Pension, Holidays . Great Training The Opportunity Are you a seasoned power generation expert ready to move beyond operations and into high-impact, strategic risk advisory? Do you thrive on tackling complex technical challenges and influencing major underwriting decisions across global energy assets? If you bring deep conventional power expertise and insurance risk engineering experience, this is your chance to step into a senior, high-visibility role shaping risk outcomes across the power sector. We’re looking for a 3 Senior Insurance Power & Renewables Risk Engineers to join 3 different Global companies at the forefront of industrial and energy risk. You’ll partner with underwriters and major clients to analyse critical power assets, uncover vulnerabilities, and drive smarter risk decisions across conventional and renewable generation portfolios. If you’re ready to put your technical authority to work where it truly moves the needle — let’s talk. What You’ll Be Doing • Lead in-depth risk engineering surveys across conventional and renewable power facilities, • Evaluate complex loss exposures using industry-leading frameworks and standards, • Deliver practical, high-value risk improvement and loss prevention strategies, • Provide expert technical insight to underwriters on large, complex power risks, • Review third-party engineering reports and translate findings into underwriting intelligence, • Produce clear, decision-driving technical reports on schedule, • Join client and broker meetings as the technical authority, • Champion risk engineering tools, methodologies, and best practices, • Build trusted relationships with major power sector clients, • Stay at the cutting edge of turbine technology and energy generation developments What’s On Offer • £90,000 – £130,000 salary depending on experience/ qualifications., • Car allowance, • Performance bonus, • Strong pension package, • Fully remote working model with London HQ access, • Exposure to high-value, international energy and power risks, • A genuine opportunity to influence and elevate a market-leading risk engineering function Who You Are You’re a technically credible power professional who can operate as both engineer and advisor. You’re comfortable in the field, in front of clients, and in technical discussions with underwriters and stakeholders. You’ll bring: • 10+ years’ hands-on experience in conventional power generation, • Proven background as a Power Risk Engineer within insurance, • Relevant engineering qualifications (professional membership a plus), • Strong Gas / Steam turbine expertise — operations, maintenance, and failure modes across major OIM., • Working knowledge of international engineering standards, • Experience operating across international or multicultural environments, • Clear, confident communication skills, • The ability to work autonomously and make sound technical judgments

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. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Data Platform Engineer who will play a key role in building and supporting our internal data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong programming and DevOps skills, expertise in Python and AWS, and a passion for debugging and improving data processes. This role requires collaborative problem-solving, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into robust data solutions. The Role: You will tackle complex data challenges in a fast-paced, exciting environment, leveraging cutting-edge Amazon Web Services (AWS) technologies such as Lambda, SageMaker and Bedrock to develop innovative and scalable data solutions. RealityMine has an out of hours on-call team (additional compensation is made for on call hours) that you will be asked to join after a suitable settling in period. 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: · Proactively identify opportunities to improve the data platform, including the performance, architecture and design, and take ownership of the implementation. · Continually review and measure the performance of the data platform and evaluate improvements in design, architecture and tooling. · Become a subject matter expert for the data platform and supporting processes, actively sharing knowledge and contributing to our culture of continuous learning and development. · Regularly reviewing colleagues’ work and providing helpful feedback. · Contribute to technical discovery by working with stakeholders to clarify problems, challenge assumptions and shape defined requirements before implementation. · Take ownership of production systems, independently investigating issues, identifying root causes and driving them through to resolution. · Writing application code and tests that conform to standards, with a focus on scalability. · Adhering to Company Policies and Procedures with respect to Security, Quality and Health & Safety. About You: Here’s what we’re looking for: · Python development experience as a Data or Platform Engineer, using AWS. · Analytical skills to be able to present decisions to stakeholders in a data driven way. · The ability to problem-solve and break down complex problems, whilst working on large and complex datasets. · Knowledge of agile software development best practices including continuous integration, automated testing and working with software engineering requirements and specifications. · Good interpersonal skills, positive attitude and willing to help other members of the team. · Experience provisioning and managing AWS services using infrastructure as code such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform. · Understanding of Apache Spark, Apache Trino or other big data and machine learning systems. · Knowledge of Serverless technologies, framework and best practices. · Experience provisioning and managing Apache Airflow. · Exposure to using AI tools to enhance productivity and quality. 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 Data Platform 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 ‘Data Platform Engineer’ to

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer Location: Manchester (5 days per week in office) Team: Building Services About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Services team in Manchester. This is a key leadership role, responsible for delivering high quality mechanical design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the strategic growth of the team. About the Office Located close to Manchester’s Spinningfields cultural hub, our office in the Trinity building offers an ideal place from which to make the most of this vibrant area. Our welcoming and diverse team is working on some of the most prestigious and innovative projects in Manchester, across the UK and around the world. From sustainability-focused offices and commercial premises to cutting-edge healthcare facilities and from award-winning retail developments to major new residential communities, you’ll have the opportunity to play a major role in delivering schemes across a huge range of sectors. Key Responsibilities • Lead the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to completion, • Act as project lead on selected schemes, ensuring technical excellence, budget control, and timely delivery, • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians within the team, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external stakeholders, • Review and approve detailed design calculations, specifications, and drawings, • Drive sustainable and low-carbon design solutions in line with industry best practice, • Support business development activities, including client engagement and bid preparation, • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and quality procedures About You • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, • Chartered Engineer (or working towards chartership), • Significant experience within a building services consultancy environment, • Proven track record of leading and delivering complex projects, • Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards, • Experience across a range of sectors (commercial, residential, healthcare, etc.), • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving What We Offer • Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects, • A collaborative and supportive team environment, • Clear career progression and leadership opportunities, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Ongoing professional development and training support

Manufacturing Facilities Engineer — Defence & Advanced Manufacturing (North West) Salary: £45,000–£55,000 + benefits | Location: Greater Manchester | Contract: Permanent A leading UK defence technology manufacturer — operating at the forefront of precision engineering and advanced manufacturing — is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Facilities Engineer to oversee and continually improve the performance, safety, and efficiency of their production sites in the North West. The business is known for its engineering excellence, innovation, and investment in long-term infrastructure to support cutting-edge defence programs. In this role, you’ll work closely with site leadership to develop and drive a comprehensive rolling facilities improvement plan, supporting uninterrupted manufacturing operations across a highly regulated environment. You’ll have direct responsibility for capital projects, vendor and contractor management, and compliance with all safety and environmental standards. Key responsibilities: • Develop and implement a 3-year facilities strategy aligned with wider operational goals., • Lead capital and improvement projects to enhance infrastructure performance., • Oversee maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance across manufacturing sites., • Manage supplier and contractor relationships to ensure operational continuity., • Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs., • Drive continuous improvement and best practice across the facilities team. What we’re looking for: • HND/HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline., • Proven experience in facilities or maintenance engineering within a manufacturing, defence, or regulated environment., • Knowledge of compliance standards such as PUWER, LOTO, and HSE regulations., • Track record in delivering capital expenditure projects., • Strong man-management skills and ability to influence at all levels. Desirable: • NEBOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification., • Familiarity with CMMS platforms (Agility or similar)., • Any exposure to LEAN, Six Sigma, or project management tools (PRINCE2, PMP). This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values technical rigour, precision, and long-term career growth. You’ll play a key role in shaping an environment that keeps advanced manufacturing running safely and efficiently. To learn more about this confidential opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact us directly for an informal discussion.