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Job Title: DevSecOps Security Consultant\n Location: Sheffield or Birmingham (hybrid - 3 days per week)\n Salary/Rate: £(Apply online only) per day inside IR35\n Start Date: May\n Job Type: Initial contract until 18/05/2027\n\nCompany Introduction\n We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled DevSecOps Security Consultant to join their client at a Tier 1 bank in either Sheffield or Birmingham on a hybrid basis.\n\nJob Responsibilities/Objectives\n We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity SME / Consultant to join the Engineering Excellence and Enablement team. The successful candidate will work across global engineering platforms to benchmark, uplift, and continuously evolve cybersecurity maturity. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that build systems, runtime infrastructure, and developer tooling are secure by design, while enabling rapid and resilient software delivery across the bank.\n This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the cybersecurity posture of engineering platforms at one of the world?s leading financial institutions, ensuring the bank can deliver digital services securely, reliably, and at scale.\n\nFramework and Assessment\n\nDevelop and maintain an Engineering-Platform Cybersecurity Maturity Framework to standardise assessments across platforms.\nConduct comprehensive platform security reviews (build systems, CI/CD pipelines, runtime infrastructure, developer tooling) against defined framework criteria.\nPerform threat modelling and gap analysis, identifying vulnerabilities and systemic risks impacting source code, artifacts, and workloads.Engineering Platform Security Enablement\n\nEstablish standardised secure architecture and engineering patterns for build systems, CI/CD pipelines, runtime environments, and developer tooling.\nDefine and enforce platform security baselines using policy-as-code and automated controls.\nPartner with platform owners to remediate critical gaps and implement scalable solutions for artifact integrity, access control, and configuration security.\nIntegrate vulnerability management, SBOM, provenance, and code-signing practices within engineering workflows.Roadmap Development & Execution\n\nPrioritise identified gaps based on business risk, regulatory impact, and operational criticality.\nCollaborate with platform owners and engineering leads to build actionable security roadmaps, balancing quick wins with long-term strategic improvements.\nPartner with engineering teams to design, develop, and embed security patterns and best practices into engineering platforms.Stakeholder Engagement & Governance\n\nServe as a trusted advisor to platform owners, senior technology stakeholders, and Cybersecurity leadership, translating technical risks into business impact.\nRepresent the function in key governance forums, providing updates on maturity progress, roadmap delivery, and risk posture.\nInfluence and align stakeholders across federated engineering teams to ensure consistent adoption of cybersecurity best practices.Continuous Improvement\n\nTrack and report maturity scores, ensuring measurable improvement across platforms.\nContinuously evolve the maturity framework in response to emerging threats, technology evolution, and regulatory expectations.\nDrive a culture of secure-by-design engineering through engagement, advocacy, and knowledge sharing.Required Skills/Experience\n The ideal candidate will have the following:\n\nProven expertise in Cybersecurity within large-scale, regulated financial institutions or similarly complex environments.\nDeep technical knowledge of engineering platforms, including CI/CD systems, build tools, artifact repositories, runtime environments, and developer tooling.\nStrong experience with DevSecOps practices, including secure pipeline design, integration of security scanning tools, and automation of security controls.\nStrong knowledge and understanding of service mesh, cryptography, network security, application security, vulnerability management, and risk management.\nDemonstrable ability to conduct threat modelling, platform security assessments, and gap analysis.\nExperience building and implementing maturity models, frameworks, or roadmaps in complex enterprise environments.\nStrong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and drive change across federated technology teams.\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact.Desirable Skills/Experience\n Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client:\n\nProfessional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSK, CCSP, or equivalent.\nHands-on knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).\nExperience in international and diverse environments, with exposure to regulatory engagement.\nFamiliarity with engineering excellence practices such as SLSA, supply chain security, SBOM, or secure developer tooling initiatives.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.\n\nDisclaimer\n Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.\n Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. 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DevSecOps Consultant * Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) * Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture/design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. Key Responsibilities: * Define and implement secure architecture patterns across engineering platforms (CI/CD, build systems, runtime environments) * Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and gap analysis across platforms and pipelines * Develop and embed DevSecOps best practices, including secure pipeline design and automated controls * Establish and enforce security baselines using policy-as-code * Build and deliver security roadmaps, prioritising risk and regulatory requirements * Partner with engineering and platform teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security posture * Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating technical risks into business impact Key Requirements: * Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role * Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential) * Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platfo...

At Valcon, we help organisations unlock the full value of data, AI and digital platforms by building scalable, automated cloud foundations. We are looking for a Senior Principal in Cloud Engineering to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale cloud platforms that support modern data, AI and application workloads. This is a senior consulting leadership role responsible for shaping client cloud strategies, designing modern platform architectures and leading complex transformation programmes. You will work with executive stakeholders to modernise legacy infrastructure, establish platform engineering capabilities and enable organisations to deploy and scale digital products at speed. The role combines strategic architecture, transformation leadership and deep cloud engineering expertise, helping clients move from manual infrastructure operations to automated, resilient and scalable cloud platforms. Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Capability Building • Act as a trusted advisor to CIO, CTO and platform leadership teams on cloud platform transformation., • Lead architecture workshops and strategic engagements with senior stakeholders., • Translate business ambitions for data, AI and digital innovation into scalable cloud architectures., • Establish Cloud Engineering Centres of Excellence (CoE) within client organisations., • Define operating models, engineering practices and reusable platform components., • Support pre-sales activities including proposals, client pitches and solution shaping, bringing technical leadership into the sales cycle., • Identify and develop opportunities within client accounts to expand cloud and platform engagements. Cloud Platform Strategy & Architecture • Lead large-scale cloud modernisation programmes, transforming legacy infrastructure into automated cloud-native platforms., • Define enterprise cloud platform strategies supporting Data, AI and digital product develop, • Design target-state architectures enabling scalable, secure and automated infrastructure across cloud environments., • Define policy-as-code frameworks and automated governance models ensuring security, compliance and cost optimisation., • Embed resilience, observability and disaster recovery into enterprise platform design, • Ensure cloud environments align with Well-Architected Framework principles., • Design modular infrastructure frameworks and reusable blueprints enabling consistent and scalable deployments., • Identify technical debt and operational bottlenecks and design modernised infrastructure architectures to support long-term scalability., • Enable development, data and AI teams to deploy platforms and workloads independently at scale., • Lead the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and platform engineering practices across client organisations. Internal Capability & Thought Leadership • Contribute to the development of Valcon’s Cloud and Platform Engineering capability, shaping propositions, standards and go-to-market offerings., • Mentor and support the development of engineering and architecture talent across the organisation., • Act as a leading voice within Valcon and externally, evangelising cloud as a business value driver through thought leadership, client engagement and industry presence. Skills & Experience • Strong consulting background with the ability to engage CIO/CTO-level stakeholders, lead architecture workshops and translate business strategy into scalable technology solutions., • Ability to translate strategic objectives into practical platform architectures., • Proven experience designing enterprise-scale cloud platforms that support data, AI and digital products., • Deep understanding of modern cloud architecture across AWS, Azure or Google Cloud., • Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code and automated platform provisioning using tools such as Terraform, Bicep or CloudFormation, enabling scalable and repeatable deployments., • Experience establishing platform engineering capabilities, cloud landing zones and reusable infrastructure blueprints that enable engineering teams to deploy applications and data platforms at scale., • Strong track record of leading large-scale cloud modernisation and platform transformation programmes, working with senior stakeholders to move organisations from legacy infrastructure to automated cloud-native platforms., • Experience contributing to pre-sales activities, including proposals, solution shaping and client presentations., • Experience combining delivery leadership with business development, contributing to revenue growth and client development.

3 Month Temporary - potential to be extendedSheffield City Centre | Hybrid - 1 Day working from home Immediate Start Elevation HR are delighted to be working with a well established service business in the Sheffield City Centre as they look to recruit a HR Advisor on a 3 month temporary basis. Reporting into a fantastic Head of HR, this role will see you managing a varied ER caseload while partnering closely with managers to provide clear, practical guidance and support across a range of people matters. As a HR Advisor, you will be responsible for: • Managing a reasonable caseload of Employee Relations cases, providing both informal and formal advice, • Supporting managers with absence management, disciplinary and grievance processes (approx. 80% of the role), • Coaching and developing managers of varying experience levels, building their confidence in handling people issues, • Solid experience in an HR Advisory role with ER exposure

Role: -HR Advisor (CIPD Qualified) Location: -South Yorkshire -onsite Type: -Permanent position (Part time 2-3 days a week) Salary: - Open to discussion Our technical testing client area seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join their Operational team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPD-qualified professional with strong knowledge of UK employment legislation to provide expert HR guidance across the full employee lifecycle. You will play a key role in supporting managers, ensuring compliance, and promoting best practice in line with current UK employment law. Please not if you are not CIPD qualified with relevant HR experience your application will not be considered on this occasion Key Responsibilities • Provide expert advice on employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and performance issues. • Ensure HR policies and procedures are compliant with current UK employment legislation. • Support managers with recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning. • Advise on complex casework, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes. • Assist with organisational change processes. • Maintain accurate HR records and produce reports where required. • Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. • UK employment law governs areas such as recruitment, working time, dismissal, discrimination, and employee rights, making compliance a critical part of the HR Advisor role. The Role • CIPD Level 5 (or above) qualified or working towards • Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice • Proven experience in a generalist HR role • Experience handling employee relations casework independently • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

ROLE TITLE Helpline Advisor Reports to: Helpline Supervisor LOCATION Rotherham ROLE PURPOSE To have a customer-led' approach and support project/regulatory KPI's to ensure that all customer contacts are responded to in a positive and professional manner, in line with Client SLA's. To effectively record and distribute information relating to accidents and incidents and provide updates as required. To respond and reactively react to requests and process work in line with SLA's. ACCOUNTABILITIES As a key member of the client helpline, you will be responsible for delivering a best service that ensures customer and colleague requests are delivered and supports the delivery of agreed KPI's. The scope of this role includes, but is not limited to, the duties described below: Responsible to the General Manager for the provision of administrative support and the investigation into customer enquiries. Prompt and accurate process of incidents ensuring that circulation SLA's are met. Manages own workload and operates effectively and energetically as part of the wider team, contributing to the efficient resolution of all contacts whilst maintaining high levels of service to internal and external customers. Responsibilities Answer inbound telephone contacts promptly and professionally, delivering excellent customer service. Building rapport with clients and colleagues and promoting a professional image at all times in support of the companies and departmental values. Take personal ownership of queries and follow through to completion, including ensuring that the customer is satisfied with the outcome. Respond to customer emails Accurate and thorough recording of information on company IT systems. To ensure that you develop your capabilities through continual learning. To carry out additional/new duties to meet the needs of the business. Produce escalation alerts to a high and accurate standard ensuring key individuals within the business are kept informed. Follow agreed procedures, ensuring that standards are maintained. Act responsibly and respectfully. To make outbound calls to customers in order to request feedback on service delivery. To demonstrate a flexible approach and be adaptable to business needs. To understand your role and the role of others. To produce and deliver accurate data to the organisation. To respect and comply with the companies confidentiality policy. Provision of safe dig drawings in line with contractual requirements Monitoring of the central mailboxes including voice mail and email. Be comfortable in supporting the team's lone worker process during unsociable hours. PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE Essential: Proven experience of working within a customer driven environment Ability to work to tight deadlines. Team player with ability to influence and negotiate Displays a confident and professional telephone manner IT literate. To embrace change and assist others. Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills To promote and display a positive attitude. Desirable: A full driving license. A relevant customer service qualification e.g. ICS award, NVQ or similar. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

A government department in the UK seeks an Independent Member for its Technical Advisory Board.

A dynamic company in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to support managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle.

This role entails providing comprehensive HR advice, managing casework, and supporting policy implementation. A leading HR consultancy based in Bedford is seeking a skilled HR Advisor to join their team.

Broadgate is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Advisor to join its financial services compliance function in Greater London. The ideal candidate should have significant experience within regulated financial institutions and demonstrated expertise in compliance advisory and risk management.

A high-profile organization in Greater London is seeking a Public Law / Policy specialist to support complex policy work. The role involves developing policy solutions, producing high-quality briefings, and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Future Prospects Group Ltd is seeking a HR Advisor in Newark for a full-time, permanent position.

We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to work as part of a team reporting into the Head of the Reward, Pay, Policy and Partnership. You will play a key role supporting the Trust’s strategic approach to reward, benefits, People policy, and job evaluation. Provide an expert human‑resourc

Smart10 Ltd, Trading as SMT Recruitment is looking for an HR Advisor in Luton.

Teach UK Limited is seeking an HR Advisor for Bradgate Education Partnership in East Midlands. This fixed-term role involves providing crucial HR advice and support to senior colleagues, managing employee relations, and contributing to policy development.

A leading global investment organisation in Greater London is seeking a Compliance Advisor to join their Public Markets compliance function.

Ofgem is seeking multiple Policy Advisors to contribute towards low-carbon energy infrastructure.

Ideal candidates will have experience in government policy operations, advanced proficiency in Word and PDF tools, and exceptional communication skills. A consulting firm is seeking a contractor for a remote role that involves analyzing, drafting, and reviewing policy documents, providing strategic

Frontline Recruitment Group is looking for a dedicated Human Resources Advisor in the United Kingdom to support HR functions on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

Sellick Partnership in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced HR Adviser for a 9-month fixed-term contract.This hybrid role requires a CIPD Level 5 HR professional with expertise in employment legislation, employee relations, and training.Responsibilities include providing high-quality HR advic

Premium Credit is seeking a Compliance Policy and Advisory Lead for a 12-month contract. Responsibilities include advising on compliance queries and enhancing policy oversight.

Robertson Group in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated HR Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract, offering hybrid working.

This full-time role involves providing HR advisory services, particularly in Employee Relations and supporting restructure processes.

Membership Bespoke is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor (Mortgages) for their London office, offering a hybrid working model of 2. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of policy experience in mortgages or financial services and will represent the organization's interests with external stakeholders

Sitting in the Consumer Investments (CI) directorate, the CI Market Analysis and Policy (MAP) department leads policy, strategy, and risk identification across the consumer investments market through four specialist teams focused on market insights, market analysis, advice policy, and distribution p

You'll collaborate with policymakers and other specialists to drive evidence-based policy for food quality and safety, translating complex scientific data for various audiences. This role involves leading research projects within the Food Authenticity R&D programme, providing scientific expertise to

The role includes delivering job evaluation services, leading HR projects, and acting as a specialist advisor on policy discussions. Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to support strategic initiatives related to rewards and policies.

Dentons is seeking an HR Advisor in Greater London to support the HR Business Partnering team.

You will provide high-quality operational HR support, helping manage day-to-day people matters while supporting clear policy application.

Search is recruiting for an HR Advisor based in Sheffield on a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.

DfT Operator is seeking a Train Service Policy and Specification Adviser in London Waterloo.

Senior Pension Policy/Institutional Investments Policy Advisor. The Pensions Policy and Institutional Investments Policy teams are part of the Asset Management, Funds and Pensions Market Analysis and Policy Department, in the Buy-Side Directorate. Prior extensive experience of developing public or r

Analyze, draft, and review policy documents, legal contracts, proposals, and research papers using advanced Word and PDF skills. Have a minimum of of professional experience in government policy operations. Have demonstrated expertise in drafting, analyzing, and reviewing complex policy or regulator

Membership Bespoke is seeking a Public Affairs Officer for an interim role in London/Hybrid.This position supports a critical public affairs function during a period of leave, focusing on political engagement in education and skills.Responsibilities include drafting high-quality communications, moni

The role also offers policy responsibility as the post holder will be the lead for the enforcement and security policy for the transport of dangerous goods and so will work closely with the police, the DVSA and other enforcement bodies to deal with emerging issues. Policy lead on enforcement and sec

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39 week sessional post i.Monday - Thursday, 08:30-15:00.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to progress their Early Years Career at C

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support.Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager.You

Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated. Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.

A job that feels like it matters because it does.You’re showing up for someone who needs support, encouragement or a bit of routine.Whether it’s helping with everyday tasks, listening when things feel overwhelming, or simply being a calm presence your work makes a real difference.You’ll help p

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39 week sessional post i.Temporary until 31st March 2027.Wednesday - Thursday, 10:00-15:15.We are looking for an enthusiastic Early Years Support Worker

This role has a starting salary of £27,634 per annum, based on working 36 hours per week.This salary will be pro-rated for part time working.Please be aware that unfortunately this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.We have a vacancy for a full time Support Worker and are lookin

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 52 week non-sessional post i.Post 1 - Full time 35 hour post.Monday - Thursday, 09:00-17:00.Wednesday & Thursday, 08:00-17:00.You will be asked to indic

Warehouse Operative / FLT Counterbalance.Temporary / Part-time (Ongoing).Our client, a cleaning product supplier, is seeking a dependable and hardworking Warehouse Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver to support their day-to-day operations across both the warehouse and office functions.Using intern

Grounds Maintenance Foreman / Team Leader London & Essex Competitive Pay (DOE) and a Full Time Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Foreman / Team Leader to join a busy and growing team working across London and Essex.This is a hands-on role, ideal for someon

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form.Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people's lives? We have an exciting opportunity fo

Our client is a housing and care provider in Bedford.They are committed to providing high quality care, support and housing in Bedford.They have wide range of stock including a registered care home, extra care housing, sheltered housing and general needs housing.They are currently looking for Home C

Warehouse Operatives Required in Bromborough, CH62.Permanent opportunity for the right candidates.Reliability , Good attendance ,Team work , Willingness to learn, Self-motivation.Experience is not essential as full training will be provided.All candidates with a solid work history in the past 18 mon

We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Warehouse Operative with a valid forklift qualification to join our client's growing team in Southampton.Our client is a well-established packaging distributor experiencing continued growth and is looking for a hardworking individual to support their