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Senior Project Planner - SC cleared, SAP Senior Project Planner - SC cleared, SAP The location of the role is Portsmouth. The duration of the contract is 6 months. The pay rate on offer is £500 - £650 per day (via Umbrella agency - inside IR35). Role Summary Your primary role will be to provide expert planning and scheduling support for the SAP Neptune programme, ensuring robust governance, accurate forecasting, and alignment with organisational standards. This role is critical to maintaining schedule integrity, managing dependencies, and supporting successful delivery across multiple workstreams. Key accountabilities of the role • Programme Planning & Scheduling, • Develop and maintain integrated programme and project schedules using MS Project and other planning tools., • Ensure accurate forecasting for milestones, resources, and costs., • Manage dependencies across workstreams and identify critical paths., • Governance & Compliance, • Embed planning standards and processes in line with PMO governance., • Support Earned Value Management (EVM) and Demand Over Resource (DOR) reporting., • Provide timely and accurate progress reports to stakeholders., • Risk & Issue Management, • Identify schedule risks and variances early, recommending corrective actions., • Support change control processes and maintain schedule integrity during scope changes., • Resource & Cost Management, • Incorporate resource allocation and cost data into plans., • Assist in forecasting and managing budgets within programme constraints., • Collaboration & Mentoring, • Work closely with Project Managers, PMO, and delivery teams to ensure planning consistency., • Provide training and guidance on planning tools and best practices. Qualification and Experience • Experience supporting SAP implementation projects, including integration planning and schedule coordination across multiple workstreams., • Minimum of two years’ demonstrable Project planning experience, • Microsoft Project Professional and Microsoft Project Server experience essential, • PRINCE/APM or equivalent certification Technical & Specialist Knowledge • Expert user of Microsoft Project Professional and Microsoft Project Server, • Good understanding of Project Management process and developing Project Plans, • Pronounced analytical and planning skills coupled with an independent, objective and process-orientated way of working, • Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable working in teams and confident in dealing with customers/users, • Understanding of importance of commercial constraints, • Strong diplomacy and negotiation skills, • Self-motivated, able to plan and schedule own work within a limited time horizon, • Solid written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, • Ability to work under time pressure, • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, • Impeccable attention to detail, with excellent organisational and time management skills, • Experience supporting and mentoring other staff, including Junior Project Managers and PMO Administrators, • Experience in forecasting and managing project resources and budgets within project/programme plans

Your new company A global leader in their specialist field, this internationally recognised manufacturer is undergoing transition to Oracle Fusion Cloud based ERP. Your new role PLEASE NOTE all applicants need to have existing Right to Work in the UK. There are two long-term contract positions; one role will focus on Supply Chain processes, the other will focus on Manufacturing. Both are anticipated to be 12 to 24 months, hybrid with an average across the project of 3 days per week onsite.In both cases, the role holder will act as a bridge between current operations and future Oracle-enabled workflows, ensuring smooth transition management, effective change adoption, and training strategies that will empower the team. The role requires challenging existing practices, promoting Oracle best practices, and driving process standardisation while respecting local statutory and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities • Engage with business stakeholders to document and analyse current processes across manufacturing / supply chain, and related functions., • Identify gaps and inefficiencies in legacy processes and propose Oracle-driven standard process solutions., • Act as a liaison between site functional teams and the Oracle implementation partner to ensure alignment of requirements., • Support process redesign workshops and provide guidance on Oracle best practices., • Assist in data migration, cleansing and validation activities., • Contribute to testing, training, and go-live support phases., • Monitor progress and report on risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience in ERP implementation projects, ideally Oracle ERP Cloud or Oracle E-Business Suite (although other advanced ERP systems can be considered)., • Strong understanding of manufacturing and/or supply chain processes., • Expertise in change management and transition planning, in particular supporting people and teams through business process change., • Ability to map and redesign business processes for ERP environments., • Ability to challenge existing practices and advocate for global process standards., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills., • Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability., • Familiarity with legacy BPCS systems is advantageous but not essential., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment. What you'll get in return Attractive rate to suit experience (£300-700 per day, outside of IR35). Please note these are hybrid roles, with an average across the project of 3 days per week onsite. Some weeks may be more, some less, depending on needs at different phases of the project. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Desired Skills and Experience Oracle Fusion Applications (or Oracle Cloud ERP) ERP Implementation Oracle Supply Chain Management (SCM) Oracle Manufacturing Oracle Procurement Oracle Order Management Oracle Inventory Management Oracle Planning Central Manufacturing Operations Production Planning Supply Chain Management Inventory Control Demand Planning Logistics Warehouse Management Business Process Improvement Business Process Reengineering Change Management Continuous Improvement Lean Manufacturing ERP Project Management Functional Consulting Solution Design System Integration Data Migration Testing & UAT Training & User Adoption 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

SYOS is a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company, driving the development of cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) across air, land, and sea for dual-use applications. We are committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional products that consistently exceed customer expectations. About the role We're looking for a highly skilled System Design Engineer with Uncrewed Surface Vessel experience to join our team in our production facility based in Fareham, UK. As a Systems Design Engineer at SYOS, you'll be a key player in defining the architecture, integrating, and validating their cutting-edge autonomous systems, with a particular focus on their marine applications. This role is highly cross-functional, requiring close collaboration with hardware, software, and autonomy teams to deliver robust and high-performance solutions, especially for challenging maritime environments. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles within a global aerospace and robotics company. Key Responsibilities • Experience working specifically on unmanned marine vehicles (USVs), and knowledge of autonomy systems and embedded software development tailored for maritime applications., • Collaborating with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document both functional and non-functional system requirements for their autonomous vehicles, particularly those operating in marine environments. You'll translate high-level needs into detailed, verifiable requirements and manage them throughout the project lifecycle., • Developing and maintaining the overall system architecture, including defining major subsystems and their interfaces to ensure seamless integration. This involves evaluating and selecting the most effective and efficient technical design options, considering the unique demands of marine operations., • Planning and coordinating the integration of hardware and software components into unified, reliable systems, with a focus on their unmanned marine vehicles. You'll design and execute rigorous testing strategies to verify system performance and validate that all requirements are met, accounting for the complexities of maritime testing. This also includes analysing test results, identifying root causes of anomalies, and troubleshooting issues collaboratively., • Serving as a central communication hub between engineering teams to facilitate system-wide coherence and collaboration. You'll also support continuous improvement by feeding test and performance insights back into system designs, ensuring continuous optimization for marine applications. Qualifications • A Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field., • At least 3 years of experience in systems engineering, with a strong preference for backgrounds in unmanned marine vehicles (USVs), robotics, or autonomous systems., • A strong understanding of systems architecture, requirements management, and system integration, especially as it pertains to marine autonomy. Experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, or DOORS is also preferred, along with familiarity with hardware and software testing and validation methodologies in challenging environments., • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities are essential., • Employees will be subject to SC clearance with the MOD. If you are an experienced and skilled Systems Design Engineer with Marine experience, who meets the requirements and is ready to work with a legendary team, we encourage you to apply. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Security Requirement: To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only). Unfortunately, we’re unable to consider applicants who cannot meet these requirements and are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

SYOS is a pioneering company focused on developing industry-leading utilitarian autonomous vehicles across air, land, and sea. SYOS' family of utilitarian vehicles are all powered with SYOS’ control system with various advanced computer vision, swarming, and communication systems. About the role We're looking for a highly skilled System Design Engineer with Uncrewed Surface Vessel experience to join our team in our production facility based in Fareham, UK. As a Systems Design Engineer at SYOS, you'll be a key player in defining the architecture, integrating, and validating their cutting-edge autonomous systems, with a particular focus on their marine applications. This role is highly cross-functional, requiring close collaboration with hardware, software, and autonomy teams to deliver robust and high-performance solutions, especially for challenging maritime environments. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles within a global aerospace and robotics company. Key Responsibilities • Experience working specifically on unmanned marine vehicles (USVs), and knowledge of autonomy systems and embedded software development tailored for maritime applications., • Collaborating with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document both functional and non-functional system requirements for their autonomous vehicles, particularly those operating in marine environments. You'll translate high-level needs into detailed, verifiable requirements and manage them throughout the project lifecycle., • Developing and maintaining the overall system architecture, including defining major subsystems and their interfaces to ensure seamless integration. This involves evaluating and selecting the most effective and efficient technical design options, considering the unique demands of marine operations., • Planning and coordinating the integration of hardware and software components into unified, reliable systems, with a focus on their unmanned marine vehicles. You'll design and execute rigorous testing strategies to verify system performance and validate that all requirements are met, accounting for the complexities of maritime testing. This also includes analysing test results, identifying root causes of anomalies, and troubleshooting issues collaboratively., • Serving as a central communication hub between engineering teams to facilitate system-wide coherence and collaboration. You'll also support continuous improvement by feeding test and performance insights back into system designs, ensuring continuous optimization for marine applications. Qualifications • A Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field., • At least 3 years of experience in systems engineering, with a strong preference for backgrounds in unmanned marine vehicles (USVs), robotics, or autonomous systems., • A strong understanding of systems architecture, requirements management, and system integration, especially as it pertains to marine autonomy. Experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, or DOORS is also preferred, along with familiarity with hardware and software testing and validation methodologies in challenging environments., • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities are essential., • Employees will be subject to SC clearance with the MOD. If you are an experienced and skilled Systems Design Engineer with Marine experience, who meets the requirements and is ready to work with a legendary team, we encourage you to apply. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth, UK Contract: 6‑month contract (Inside IR35) with strong likelihood of extension Pay Rate: £55 per hour Umbrella Clearance: SC Clearance – British Eyes Only (No Dual or Foreign Nationals due to project sensitivity) About the Role Our client - an established defence and space organisation - is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support advanced Military Satellite Communications (Milsatcom) programmes. You will contribute to the definition of system architecture across space, control, and ground segments for major UK defence initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work on next‑generation satcom capabilities alongside engineering leads, architects, and partner organisations. Key Responsibilities • Capture and define system requirements, ensuring complete traceability and verification., • Support Verification, Validation and Test (VV&T) activities., • Develop ground system architectural definitions and conduct technical trade‑offs., • Collaborate with engineering leads and industry partners within integrated working groups., • Provide technical input to proposals and internal or customer reviews., • Offer technical guidance to bidding teams., • Contribute to planning, scheduling, and cost‑estimation activities., • Communicate progress and resolve technical issues with stakeholders. About You • Degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field., • Experience in designing, integrating, and deploying end‑to‑end digital telecommunications systems (Milsatcom experience desirable)., • Knowledge and experience of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE); Enterprise Architect beneficial., • Understanding of satellite platforms, payloads, mission control, and network control., • Strong presentation and written communication skills., • Confident engaging with customers, partners, and internal engineering teams. Additional Information • Standard working week: 37 hours, Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm (flexible within business needs)., • Occasional UK travel may be required., • This position supports current and future workload and may transition into a longer‑term assignment. How to Apply If you have experience in Systems Engineering, Milsatcom, or mission‑critical communications and want to contribute to high‑priority national defence programmes, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in contact in due course.

Role: Studio Production Manager Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (to be agreed with line manager) About us Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As the Studio Production Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the Studio and Production team to ensure FatFace has a best in class the studio and events team. You are detail orientated, with a creative appreciation and will help deliver high quality outputs for the studio, lifestyle shoots and brand events. This role is perfect for someone who can juggle multiple tasks, is a strong leader and has a passion for retail. Role Responsibilities • Ensure the efficient and smooth running of all shoots and events – in house and externally, • Responsible for all timelines for studio, shoots, and events, ensuring alignment with CPAs and seasonal workflows., • Lead and develop two direct reports: the Producer and the in-house Stylist., • Mentor the in-house Stylist to maintain high-quality e-commerce styling and outfitting that meets brand requirements and reflects current trends., • Collaborate with the Brand Workflow Manager to ensure seasonal production is delivered on time, within budget, and to brief., • Ensure all studio outputs, reporting, and deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards., • Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., DMBS and Partners) to improve processes and workflow efficiency., • Execute shoots and events alongside the Producer and Brand Workflow Manager., • Work closely with the Senior Art Director and Production taking their brief and sourcing the best suited collaborators when selecting models, talent, locations etc, • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure product photography is delivered on time for all channels (web, email, social, DM, POS)., • Attend briefing meetings, brand updates, and activity handovers., • Liaise and build strong relationships with external suppliers – photographers, models, agencies, equipment, stylists, production teams (UK and overseas) and others, • Oversee and update the studio production line to ensure operational excellence., • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times’ Skills and Experience • Proven experience in studio or production management within retail, fashion, or creative industries., • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple timelines and priorities., • Leadership experience, including managing and developing direct reports., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Creative appreciation and understanding of styling, photography, and brand aesthetics., • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with external suppliers., • Budget management and cost control experience., • Proficiency in production planning tools and Microsoft Office Suite., • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Role Competencies Leadership & People Development – Inspires and develops team members to achieve their best. Planning & Organization – Manages complex timelines and resources effectively. Collaboration – Works seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders. Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy and quality in all outputs. Creative Thinking – Brings innovative ideas to improve processes and enhance brand presentation. Commercial Awareness – Understands cost implications and delivers value within budget. Adaptability – Responds positively to change and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Brand Alignment – Embodies FatFace values: adventure, community, positivity, sustainability, and inclusion. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☒ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to play a key role in our ambitious programme to transform the way the organisation delivers their Environmental Services. This is a unique opportunity to lead a complex, high-profile change initiative that directly supports our corporate priorities corporate priorities of Wellbeing, Pride in Place, and Growth. If you're motivated by challenge, committed to delivering meaningful outcomes, and ready to help shape the future of our services, please apply. This opportunity is a fixed term contract for 2 years. The Role You will be responsible for delivering a programme of work over the next two years which will deliver the transformation, and future delivery of the organisations Environmental Services. Key Responsibilities You will be an experienced Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex projects and programmes within challenging timescales, ideally within a transformation environment. You will be confident in leading multiple workstreams, ensuring they remain on track, proactively identifying and resolving issues, and managing expectations, risks, and deadlines with authority. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and drive the successful implementation of the new delivery model for the Council's environmental services, ensuring all elements of the change are delivered effectively, on time, and to the highest standard. What you'll need to succeed • Proven skills in all facets of Project Management and Risk Management including Project Planning and Initiation, Stakeholder Management, Resource Management, Risk Management, Performance Monitoring and Reporting,, • Experience working on complex transformation change/improvement, ideally with experience and/or background in environmental Services (waste, grounds, streetscene), • Ability to design, develop and maintain technical project documentation in line with business need, working independently and prioritising your own workload., • Experience of co-ordinating democratic approval/sign off on project documentation., • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines., • Ability to react to change and problem solve appropriately. 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

• IT Implementations and Training Technician, • Hybrid-working – WFH (x2 days) + Portsmouth (x3 days on-site), • Up to c£45,000 per year Our client is looking for an IT Implementations and Training Technician to join and become a valued team member, who will contribute and provide training and implementation support to their customers. You will be assisting them with hardware and software product demonstrations and training on those products and this individual will be required to attend presentations and exhibitions. As an IT Implementations and Training Technician you will need to deliver client training (remote and face-to-face) and need to respond to training-related queries from clients and resellers aswell as supporting and planning the project implementations. Skills and Experience: • Experience with Windows server and desktop operating systems as well as SQL Server capabilities., • Experience of training remotely / face to face, • Recent work experience in a similar field., • Flexibility with regards to availability for onsite installations / training, • Ideally have experience with Networking, Azure and application deployment this is desirable and not essential., • Valid Full UK Driving Licence. Role and Responsibilities: • Conducting site visits (general, troubleshooting, installations, training; may include overnight stays), • Delivering software product demonstrations, • Supporting the sales team at presentations and exhibitions through technical consultancy, • Producing documentation including technical specifications, bespoke deployment requirements, and end-user training guides, • Providing implementation handovers to the support team to ensure smooth operational transitions, • Reviewing new hardware and hardware-based drivers for compatibility and deployment suitability, • Deploying APIs and managing system integrations to support client solutions, • Managing cloud-hosted client environments, including server maintenance, database administration, and web server configuration Applications: Please contact John Noonan here at ISR on 07719 919 860 to learn more about our client based in Hampshire and how they are developing critical IT services and systems across the medical services sector that make them a leader in their field?

Title: IT | HCM Integration Test Lead Duration: 31/3/2026 Location : Reading/Havant Description: Job Summary: • System Integration Test (SIT) Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering the System Integration Testing phase of the Group HCM Project, which is migrating Core HR and Payroll functionality from the on-premises Oracle e-Business Suite to Oracle’s SaaS HCM Cloud platform. The project also introduces new HR capabilities such as workforce scheduling and absence management., • This is a critical role, accountable for ensuring that the integrated end-to-end solution across multiple systems (including Oracle Cloud HCM, payroll engines, and other dependent services) is tested effectively to meet business and technical requirements., • The SIT Lead will own the SIT phase, including creating the SIT test plan, designing and coordinating test activities, working closely with the defect manager, and managing a team of test analysts. The role will collaborate closely with business leads, implementation partners, system integrators, and other test workstreams Key Accountabilities: • Develop and maintain the System Integration Test Plan, ensuring alignment with programme timelines, scope, and dependencies., • Lead the planning and execution of the SIT phase, including test design, scheduling, defect triage, and reporting., • Manage and coordinate a team of test analysts, assigning tasks, reviewing outputs, and supporting their delivery., • Ensure the SIT phase delivers thorough testing across all relevant integrations, data flows, and business processes., • Engage with key stakeholders including Business SMEs, HR and Payroll teams, technical teams, and third-party suppliers., • Maintain effective control over test quality, test coverage, defect management, and traceability., • Identify risks and issues related to test scope, quality, and timelines, ensuring mitigation actions are taken., • Report progress and key metrics to the Test Manager and wider programme leadership, highlighting blockers and dependencies. Experience • Extensive experience in leading technical integration test phases for enterprise-scale technology transformation projects, critically involving Oracle eBusiness Suite and Oracle Cloud HCM., • Strong understanding of HR and Payroll business processes and how they interact across systems., • Demonstrated ability to write structured test plans, manage testing across multiple workstreams, and deliver within tight timelines., • Proficient in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM, or similar, ideally Azure DevOps)., • Experience managing test teams within complex project environments., • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, particularly in multi-vendor, multi-system environments., • Experience in programme level test reporting

Your new company We're working with a long-standing transport and logistics business that plays a key role in connecting communities and supporting tourism and trade across the South Coast and the Isle of Wight. They're currently investing in digital transformation and improving how things work behind the scenes to make life easier for both customers and staff. As part of this, they're looking to bring in a Business Analyst to help shape how systems and processes evolve. It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across different teams, turning business needs into practical solutions, and supporting change that makes a real difference. Your new role As a Business Analyst, your main focus will be understanding how the organisation works and identifying ways to improve it. You'll be responsible for gathering and documenting business requirements clearly and accurately, making sure everyone is on the same page from the start. This includes working closely with teams to map out current processes and design future ones that are more efficient and effective. You'll play a key role in supporting change initiatives, helping teams adapt to new systems and ways of working. Whether it's introducing new technology or refining existing processes, you'll be there to guide people through the transition and make sure it sticks. Strong communication is essential in this role. You'll be engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders and non-technical colleagues, so being able to explain things clearly and build trust is important. You'll also be expected to track the benefits of the changes you help implement, showing the value delivered and making sure improvements are measurable. In addition to your core BA responsibilities, you'll support project planning and delivery when needed. This could involve helping to manage risks, timelines, and resources to keep things moving smoothly. What you'll need to succeed You'll have solid experience in business analysis, particularly when it comes to gathering requirements and mapping processes. You'll need to be confident producing clear, structured documentation that helps teams understand what's needed and why. A good understanding of change management is important too. You'll be helping people adapt to new systems and ways of working, so being able to support adoption and guide teams through change will be key. We're also looking for someone who can track the benefits of the work they do, showing the value delivered and making sure improvements are measurable. It's not just about making changes, but about making a difference. Strong communication skills are essential. You'll be working with a range of stakeholders, including senior leaders and non-technical colleagues, so being able to explain things clearly and build trust is a must. Finally, while this isn't a project management role, some experience in supporting planning, managing risks, and helping with delivery would be useful. You'll be part of a collaborative team. What you'll get in return • Company pension contributions, • Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes, • Life assurance and insurance cover, • Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days), • Christmas bonus, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension), • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 confidential support, • Virtual GP service, • Annual flu vaccinations 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

The Azure / Identity Specialist will be responsible for delivering and supporting technical solutions across critical national infrastructure services, with a focus on Microsoft, Identity, Privileged Access and Security technologies. The successful candidate will collaborate with architecture and IT operations teams, third-party providers, and stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery, governance, and continuous improvement of cloud and identity services in alignment with organisational strategy. Key Responsibilities • Provide expert technical delivery and operational support for Active Directory, Azure, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and other Microsoft 365 applications and services., • Support the deployment and management of SailPoint ISC, CyberArk, and Microsoft Sentinel in security operations., • Drive the implementation and optimisation of Azure services, in line with the organisation’s cloud strategy and support product and project lifecycles., • Support outsourced end-user compute platform support, maintaining governance and ensuring technical standards are met., • Contribute to the planning and execution of feature upgrades and service retirements, adhering to Microsoft’s Evergreen strategy., • Collaborate on the implementation of new Microsoft products and services, including Intune, Configuration Manager, Defender suite, Purview, and eDLP., • Lead initiatives to consolidate identity management platforms, ensuring robust governance and operational excellence. Essential Skills & Experience • Extensive operational knowledge of Active Directory services (DNS, DHCP, PKI, Entra Connect, OU, GPOs, multi-domain & Multi forest environments)., • In-depth experience with Hybrid Azure (Entra ID, Enterprise Applications, Resource Groups, RBAC, Conditional Access, Log Analytics, Azure Rights Management)., • Proficiency in Intune configuration management, including MDM, MAM, policy, endpoint, and security features., • Ability to contribute to the development and delivery of technical standards in collaboration with the architecture team., • PowerShell scripting skills are desirable., • Strong understanding of upgrade and patching governance., • Adaptability and technical literacy across diverse systems and scenarios, providing expert guidance to stakeholders organisation-wide. Desirable Skills • Operational expertise in Microsoft security products (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, Office 365), with experience in Purview and Sentinel advantageous., • Experience with server hosting on Amazon Web Services., • Familiarity with identity management and governance platforms, • Knowledge of end-user compute environments and related technologies., • Experience with privileged access management and identity governance tooling namely SailPoint ISC and CyberArk Cloud, • Solid grasp of network technologies. Professional Attributes • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong Microsoft 365 expertise., • Proactive approach to complex problem-solving and providing guidance to support teams., • Methodical organisation of workloads and ability to manage competing priorities., • Support scheduled annual activities, e.g. Penetration tests, internal auditing etc., • Commitment to building effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, delivering customer-focused, first-class service., • Demonstrate the confidence and expertise to constructively challenge technical decisions, articulating well-founded technical viewpoints and engaging in robust discussions to ensure optimal outcomes, while maintaining professionalism and respect for differing perspectives.

Company Description Genius Workforce Solutions is the leading SME Workforce Solution Provider based in Portsmouth. We offer software solutions for streamlined workforce management, handle compliance and risk management, provide direct recruitment services, and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. We are on the hunt for a Director of Client Development to join our Portsmouth-based team, serving the construction industry with top-tier IT systems and payroll solutions. We need someone who lives for building relationships, thrives on networking, and is ready to hustle seven days a week to grow our client base. This isn't just a job-it's a chance to shine as the entrepreneurial force driving our success! Are you ready to make noise across the UK? Role Description They say the early bird catches the worm, we need someone ready to dive in with full commitment to build this into a thriving team. You will start by leveraging your existing senior relationships in the construction sector to introduce our services and generate profit quickly. That profit will fund hiring your first team member to create an A-player squad, with plans to scale and replicate. This is a full-time, entrepreneurial role where you will hit the phones, network across construction sites, present to senior board level directors, attend networking sporting events, and occasionally stay over for late nights after a few drinks. Confidence, a proven sales track record in construction, and solid industry connections are a must. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS The personal characteristics we are always seeking which are really important to us are: · High Energy · High Integrity and · A great deal of Intelligence, especially emotional intelligence As a result we have put quite a bit of thought into what we feel makes this person tick: YOUR PERSONAL STYLE The people that you work with are well aware of your excellent organisational qualities and commercial awareness. You always work to see ideas and systems translated into realities. Your easy-going exterior masks a rather more compulsive and determined interior. Your interest, enthusiasm and energy levels are very high. You will always dismiss negatives, being eager to accomplish any task. You always keep in touch with your emotions, standing outside of them whenever necessary rather than allowing them to take over, which helps you to stay more fully in control of any situation. Driven to achieve competence in all that you do, you can spot the flaws that may/do exist in most situations and quickly see how to easily improve them. You have an urge for lifelong learning and can always shake off depression by simply finding new projects that fascinate you. You possess a natural gift for presentation. You are a direct, results-oriented person who considers people within the framework of your objectives. Your enthusiasm for what you do can be so compelling that you may be oblivious to any time and energy limitations, sometimes ignoring your own and others' needs in the process. You need excitement and variety or you may lose interest in carrying projects through to completion. You are seen by others as pragmatic, dependable and always able to get things done. By slowing down occasionally you are more able to gather relevant data and consider both the practical and personal ramifications of your actions. You seek the attainment of personal success and status, and in this constant striving you may almost unwittingly compare yourself with others in the race for success. You strive to make things better at all times rather than simply accepting them as they are. You are aggressive, competitive, ambitious and seek to win. You prefer to be direct, results oriented and thorough, whilst not always taking time to give real consideration to others. You are gifted with clarity of thought and articulation, which is rare, you are an excellent communicator and presenter. You are good at getting things done in an assertive way. You may increase your effectiveness by allowing yourself to seek and take assistance from others. You need work that makes use of your strongly creative drive. You often push others as hard as you push yourself and tend to be a challenging adversary. You may in reality be less competent at a specific task than your confident style indicates. You prefer to combine creative decision making with limited reflection. You are a pragmatic individual who can be as tough as the situation warrants. You are motivated more by the big picture and goals than by regulations and procedures, and are content with established structures only if you can abandon them when they don't serve the intended purpose. DECISION MAKING NORMALLY LOOKS LIKE THIS Politically aware, you are normally comfortable with your decisions even in the face of possible conflict with others in more senior positions. You will tend to be concerned with the effect that the decision making process, and its result, will have on others. In decision-making you may prefer to apologise for exceeding your authority rather than getting permission in the first place. You are seen by many as a natural leader and decision maker. You value truth above all else and are primarily convinced by logical reasoning. You have a tendency to think “out loud” enabling others to follow your line of thinking. Internally motivated to achieve, you are a hard worker, who whilst being prepared to listen to, and be aware of others, will invariably go it alone if all else fails. You like to convert everything into possibilities, ideas, plans and schemes and your initiative and imagination leads you to start many new projects. You can usually get to the heart of any situation and implement an effective solution. You tend to be influenced by the idea, rather than the people behind the idea. You are self-reliant and are not frightened to take “the path of maximum resistance” in your efforts to produce the best results. Your effectiveness depends on how much personal fulfilment you receive from the current task. If something does not seem rational, you run the risk of dismissing it out of hand, even if it is a critical issue. “Do it now” is your motto. Impatient with what you may see as inefficiency and incompetence, you can take tough decisions when the situation calls for it. THESE ARE THE STRENGTHS YOU POSSESS · Ability to communicate your vision to others. · Good situational analysis. · A natural go-getter with great enthusiasm for life. · Constantly juggling a large number of projects. · Draws people together. · Ingenious thinker with a great ability in long range planning. · Takes advantage of opportunities. · A natural outgoing character, inquisitive and adaptable. · Intuitive and optimistic. · Initiates new activities. · A ‘do as I do’ Management approach. THIS IS HOW YOU ADD VALUE TO THE TEAM · Thinks “outside the box” with a pioneering spirit. · Responds well to immediate challenges. · Ensures there is never a dull moment where he/she is involved! · Generates a prolific number of ideas. · Is a forthright advocate for the team. · Challenges existing methods if he/she feels they are inadequate. · Can be relied upon to pull more than his/her weight. · Brings direction and realism to every project. · Commits to realistic goals. · Thinks big. · Self-starter. · Challenges the status quo. · Deadline conscious. · Forward-looking and future-oriented. · Creative in your approach to solving problems. · Competitive. SELF-PERCEPTION You usually see yourself as being: Pioneering, Assertive, Competitive, Confident, Positive, Winner Qualifications • New Business Development and Market Research skills, • Client Development and Account Management skills, • Sales skills and exceptional closing ability, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, • Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, • Experience in the HR or workforce management industry is a plus, • Experience in the construciton industry is a plus, • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Head of Software Services Salary: from £90, 000 plus benefits, (pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance)) Location: Hybrid, Portsmouth We are looking for a Head of Software Services to join our Digital business. We provide, through Sirius Digital, bespoke, robust and high-performance software to meet and exceed user requirements. We specialise in Software Engineering, Modelling & Simulation, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Synthetic Environments, and AI & Machine Learning (ML). Our team provides, adaptable and highly skilled capability, with a range of specialities to ensure that the right techniques are used to solve your problem. The Role: As Head of Software Services you will be accountable for the P&L of all projects delivered through software teams and help inspire teams to achieve customer focussed excellence. Your role will also be to develop the partnering with senior stakeholders within Sirius Digital and Sirius Analysis colleagues, enhancing collaboration, definition and understanding of services across the group. With a commercial mindset, you will be responsible for client relationship management and work externally with our clients to build the pipeline and shape As part of the leadership team of Sirius Digital you will work with the technical director and Head of P3MO to supports Sirius Digitals continued growth and evolving it capability in line with its strategy. Responsibilities will include: • In this role, you will have end-to-end accountability for delivering complex service contracts, ensuring our clients achieve the outcomes that matter most., • Oversee software engineering programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives., • Lead and own all aspects of service delivery, including contract performance and reporting., • You will lead on shaping strategic client relationships and work within Heads of Capability across the group to manage the pipeline and enhance service offerings to meet market needs, • Reporting into the board on financial and operational performance and risks, ensuring delivery of business outcomes., • Overseeing the end-to-end bid process for Digital, from identifying opportunities to submitting proposals, including bid architecting and submission detailed proposals (bids), • As part of the Engineering management function supporting all workforce planning activities. About You: You will bring proven experience of leading major software engineering programmes, ideally within the defence sector. You should demonstrate strong commercial judgement, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate senior stakeholders and diverse teams alike. You should have: • Experience in delivering as part of leadership team within a consultancy environment., • Extensive experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of leading complex defence programs and delivering high-impact solutions., • A demonstrable track record in delivering large-scale software engineering programmes in areas such as Autonomous Systems or Modelling and Simulation., • Strong experience managing complex service contracts and governance., • Proven ability to build and sustain trusted senior client relationships., • Proven experience in successfully managing complex programmes with multi-disciplinary teams of technical experts., • Experience leading successful bid campaigns, • Commercial acumen with experience driving revenue, growth, and profitability., • Leadership skills to develop and inspire teams in dynamic environments., • Have practitioner experience in a relevant sector., • Have strong communication, presentation and written skills., • Be organised and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision., • Highly motivated professional who strives to deliver ahead of targets., • Be a trusted self-motivated individual who can perform when working as part of a team or when acting independently with support from colleagues., • Be able to travel to different sites across the UK., • Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC level). Qualifications: • APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management, • Degree-level qualification in a relevant engineering, science, or technology discipline What we offer We offer a combination of mentoring and internal and external training opportunities, with specialist sector organisations and in-house courses. You will have exposure to subject matter experts and additional online learning packages. The role comes with a competitive benefits package including pension (7% company contribution), additional holiday purchase options, private health care, life assurance and electric vehicle scheme Other Requirements: • Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK., • Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access., • Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years’ UK residency.

Location: Portsmouth (HM Naval Base) Service Area: Infrastructure Programme Hours of Work: 37 Per week What You’ll be doing: As Project Manager – Buildings, you’ll be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned projects within the programme. You’ll l