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Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. We are looking to hire a Senior Cloud & Network Infrastructure to work within our Group IT team. Our Group IT team at Sword are responsible for the design, security, and operation of the group’s internal IT platforms, maintaining core security and systems availability, maximising benefits from existing technology investments, and undertaking a programme of ongoing improvements to ensure the platforms that underpin Sword’s business remain secure, efficient, and aligned across all regions. The team operates globally across multiple business units, delivering secure, standardised services across Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, identity, and security platforms. What the role will look like: • You will join a small, focused internal IT team, reporting to the Group IT Manager, working closely with regional business units and security stakeholders across the group., • A normal week will see you supporting a range of activities including providing senior technical escalation support, designing and implementing improvements to core platforms, contributing to security and infrastructure projects, and helping deliver group-wide initiatives such as cloud adoption, firewall migrations, and Zero Trust security improvements, • The role will involve working across multiple technologies including Azure, Microsoft 365, enterprise networking, firewalls, identity, and security tooling, with opportunities to contribute to architecture decisions and long-term platform improvements., • There will be opportunities for you to refine and build new skills on the job, with the team expected to support one another across the range of technologies being leveraged., • The role is entirely internal, with no external customer-facing component You must be able to demonstrate significant experience delivering operational IT support and infrastructure projects within a medium-sized or enterprise organisation, including a range of technical skills drawn from across the following technologies. Primary Skills • Networking and security architecture (LAN/WAN design, routing, switching, VPN, hybrid cloud networking), • Enterprise firewalls and secure connectivity (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar), • Experience with Zero Trust / ZTNA principles and secure remote access solutions, • Azure Cloud Platform (IaaS / PaaS, networking, RBAC, Policy, Backup, Monitoring), • Azure networking (VPN, Load Balancer, Application Gateway, Firewall, Private Endpoints, Front Door) Beneficial Skills • Microsoft Windows platforms (Server / Endpoint management, Intune, SCCM, DNS, security features, authentication), • Active Directory / Entra ID (on-premises and cloud, SAML, Conditional Access, RBAC, PIM, Identity Governance), • Infrastructure as Code / automation (ARM, Bicep, PowerShell, scripting, or similar), • Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Defender, E5 security technologies), • SIEM / Security monitoring platforms (Azure Sentinel, Defender, or similar), • Systems monitoring and alerting (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, PRTG, SCCM, or similar), • Centralised backup platforms (Azure Backup, Commvault, or similar), • Experience supporting governance / compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, or similar), • Experience working in environments with multiple regions / tenants / business units, • Evidence of the following qualifications or equivalent on-the-job experience would be beneficial, • Relevant Microsoft certifications (Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, Identity, or Networking), • Azure Administrator / Architect / Security certifications, • Networking or firewall certifications (Palo Alto, Fortinet, CCNA, or equivalent) At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: • Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth., • Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can., • A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.

Role: Finance Administrator Location: Hybrid Job Type: Fixed Term Contract, 3 Months Reports To: Head of Finance Salary: £30,000 pro rota Immediate Start Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our growing team. This role will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions and maintaining effective financial records. The successful candidate will have strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and be confident working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP) • Process and accurately record purchase invoices., • Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate discrepancies., • Maintain supplier accounts and respond to supplier queries., • Assist with payment runs and ensure invoices are processed within agreed timescales. Accounts Receivable (AR) • Raise and process sales invoices accurately and efficiently., • Monitor outstanding customer balances and assist with credit control activities., • Resolve customer account queries and maintain accurate debtor records. Bank Reconciliations • Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts., • Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly., • Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. General Finance Administration • Support the finance team with general AP and AR administration., • Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems., • Monitor shared finance inboxes and respond to queries in a timely manner., • Assist with month-end processes and reporting requirements., • Liaise with internal departments to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date. Essential Skills & Experience • Previous experience working within a Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar role., • Strong experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes., • Proven experience processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, and bank reconciliations., • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential and non-negotiable., • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, including managing multiple inboxes., • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy finance environment. Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience using Iplicit accounting software would be advantageous but is not essential., • Experience using CarePlanner would be advantageous but is not essential., • Previous experience working within a finance function in a care or healthcare organisation would be beneficial., • A finance-related qualification (AAT or equivalent) is desirable but not essential. Core Competencies • Attention to Detail, • Organisation & Planning, • Problem Solving, • Communication Skills, • Teamwork, • Accountability, • Customer Service Focus What We Offer • A supportive and collaborative working environment., • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities., • Career progression within a growing organisation., • Benefits include:, • 24/7 access to a doctor (for you, your partner, and children under 18), • Day off for your birthday, • YouLife employee discounts on retail, travel, and dining, • 24/7 mental health support, • Home-life advice and life insurance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme (post-probation), • Employee of the Month recognition programme

Business Analyst Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Business Analysis. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Business Analyst Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training Complete a selection of professional and industry recognised Business Analysis courses through our online learning platform. You will study from home using video tutorials, presentations and quizzes while working towards recognised BCS certifications. Step 2 – Practical Training Put your new skills into practice by completing real-world Business Analysis projects and case study scenarios. Our tutors will provide guidance and support throughout, helping you build practical experience that can be added to your CV. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official BCS Business Analysis exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved test centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Business Analyst Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level Business Analysis role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: • Junior Business Analyst, • Business Analyst Administrator, • Change Analyst, • Project Support Analyst, • Business Change Coordinator Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £1499, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Business Analysis with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Project Manager Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Project Management. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Project Management Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training courses. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 easy steps, which can be finished in as little as 12 weeks: Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised Project Management courses by including Prince2 & Agile. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. Step 2 - Practical Training Now that you have learned all the theory it’s time to start applying that into practice so that you have the required experience to start within the industry. Our expert Project Manager tutor will provide you with 2 case scenarios for you to complete that will be based on real-world situations. You will be provided with the required guidance and support from your tutor so that you can successfully complete your projects which will be later added to your CV. Step 3 - Official exams At this final stage, we will prepare you to take your official Prince2 & Agile Foundation exams. The exams can be taken at one of the approved test centres across the UK or online conveniently from your own home. Guaranteed Job Placement At this point you will have fully completed our Project Management Traineeship and be ready to start work. Through our range of partnerships throughout the UK with Project Management organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level role within your local area. You will be working as either a Project Coordinator or Project Administrator. We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. At a one off cost of £1495, or a deposit of £212 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £148, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in Project Management and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. 'Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Accounting & Finance Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Accounting Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training The first step is completing the AAT level 2 & 3 courses. You will study core bookkeeping and accounting principles through multimedia-rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes via an online portal that can be accessed from home. The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. Step 2 – Practical Training Now that you have learned the theory, it’s time to put your new skills into practice. You will complete practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises designed around real-world business scenarios. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official AAT exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved exam centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Accounting Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level accounting role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: • Accounts Assistant, • Finance Administrator, • Bookkeeper, • Payroll Assistant, • Purchase Ledger Clerk Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £999, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £92, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Accounting & Finance with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply