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🚀 QA/Test Automation – Trading Platforms (Contract) 📍 Remote-first | Outside IR35 | 12-month initial contract with extensions likely We’re partnering with a specialist buy-side technology consultancy to deliver a major transformation programme for one of their leading investment management clients. They’re looking for an experienced QA/Test Automation Lead to take ownership of quality across a cutting-edge trading platform built on event-driven architecture (Solace messaging, Azure/AKS). This is a hands-on and leadership-focused role - you’ll define the QA strategy, build robust automation frameworks, and ensure compliance standards are met across a complex, low-latency trading environment. 🔧 Key Focus Areas • Designing and implementing end-to-end test automation frameworks for .NET, Python, and Azure environments, • Leading quality governance, performance, and security testing across CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps), • Validating event-driven architectures, data reconciliation, and market data quality, • Driving “shift-left” testing practices and embedding quality within engineering teams 💡 What You’ll Bring • 8+ years’ QA/engineering experience, including 5+ within financial or trading systems, • Strong hands-on experience with Azure, AKS, Solace (or Kafka/RabbitMQ), SQL, and C#/.NET, • Proven track record designing automation frameworks and performance/security test suites, • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams 📅 Contract Details • Initial 12-month contract, with strong likelihood of extension, • Remote-first, occasional travel may be required, • Outside IR35 for UK-based consultants, • Consultants must be available within 4 weeks’ notice or less If you’re a senior QA engineer who thrives in high-performance trading environments and wants to lead quality and automation at scale, we’d love to hear from you. 💬 Apply or reach out via LinkedIn to discuss in confidence.

Role Overview Responsible for coordinating and executing safety-from-the-system activities for mechanical and electrical systems across onshore and offshore substations and export cables, including onshore commissioning at assembly and construction sites. A key focus is early engagement with project teams and EPC contractors to ensure all safety documentation, processes, and interfaces are in place to support seamless transition from construction to commissioning under safety rules. Key Accountabilities * Lead and coordinate commissioning activities in line with HSE, QA/QC, project, contractor, and O&M requirements. * Prepare and review commissioning procedures and RAMS. * Participate in HAZOP and HAZID workshops. * Plan, organise, monitor, and support site commissioning to ensure safe and efficient resource use and compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget. * Oversee integration of ABB SCADA control systems with operator control and trading platforms. Lead teams of SAPs, control engineers, supervisors, back-office support, and technicians, ensuring high performance and resource allocation across internal and contractor teams * Assign and oversee commissioning work scopes. * Plan and deliver SAP-related activities for all onshore and offshore substation transmission systems, including export cables and pre-commissioning works at the construction/assembly yard. * Manage team and individual performance, identifying training needs and addressing wellbeing or performance issues in line with company processes. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required * Relevant technical qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent, ideally electrical). * Proven experience in managing commissioning activities and associated workflows. * 5+ years' experience in UK offshore wind construction, commissioning, or operations. * Experience working as an electrical engineer or SAP (up to 400kV preferred). * Strong drive, quality focus, and professional standards. Desired Skills and Experience Role Overview Responsible for coordinating and executing safety-from-the-system activities for mechanical and electrical systems across onshore and offshore substations and export cables, including onshore commissioning at assembly and construction sites. A key focus is early engagement with project teams and EPC contractors to ensure all safety documentation, processes, and interfaces are in place to support seamless transition from construction to commissioning under safety rules. Key Accountabilities 1. Health & Safety Lead and coordinate commissioning activities in line with HSE, QA/QC, project, contractor, and O&M requirements. Prepare and review commissioning procedures and RAMS. Participate in HAZOP and HAZID workshops. 2. Commissioning Planning & Execution Plan, organise, monitor, and support site commissioning to ensure safe and efficient resource use and compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget. Oversee integration of ABB SCADA control systems with operator control and trading platforms. 3. Team Leadership Lead teams of SAPs, control engineers, supervisors, back-office support, and technicians, ensuring high performance and resource allocation across internal and contractor teams. Assign and oversee commissioning work scopes. 4. Budget & Operational Management Plan and deliver SAP-related activities for all onshore and offshore substation transmission systems, including export cables and pre-commissioning works at the construction/assembly yard. 5. Performance & Development Manage team and individual performance, identifying training needs and addressing wellbeing or performance issues in line with company processes. 6. Stakeholder & Client Representation Represent SSE / Equinor and JV interests locally, ensuring enquiries and concerns are handled professionally and the company's reputation is upheld. Key Contacts Purpose Method Contact Frequency Resource planning & coordination Meetings, calls, email Commissioning team / SAPs / JV Owners Daily Reporting Meetings, calls, email Management & Contractors Weekly Approvals, escalations & direction Meetings, calls, email Project Director / Management / Owners Daily Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required Relevant technical qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent, ideally electrical). Proven experience in managing commissioning activities and associated workflows. 5+ years' experience in UK offshore wind construction, commissioning, or operations. Experience working as an electrical engineer or SAP (up to 400kV preferred). Strong drive, quality focus, and professional standards. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

Malary Ltd is a privately owned business trading for 40 years operating in two specialist areas 1) Recovery of hazardous waste to produce alternative fuels for UK industry and 2) Asset protection including the maintenance, cleaning, decommissioning and installation of tanks, pumps, pipelines and flood protection systems at client premises in the UK. Join us to become a part of our growing team! Job title: Industrial/ Service Operative Reporting to: Operations Manager Job type: Permanent, Full time, Monday - Friday Role Summary: Our Energy and Environmental Services Division offer a range of maintenance, repair, installation and measurement options to customer sites. We're excited to be recruiting for a Service Operative to join our every growing Energy Environmental and Services department. Travelling around the UK will be required with an attractive night out allowance. This role offers a variety of opportunities covering the fuel systems sector; from tank servicing to decommissioning and everything in between - no day will be the same. You will benefit from close working relationships with Project Managers and Site Supervisors who hold market leading knowledge to support learning and development. A willingness to help and be a team player is very important to us. A fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to learn and grow in this industry with a family run business. Primary Responsibilities: • Confined space work, • Cleaning out tanks, including Jet washing, • Grit blasting inside tanks to NDT Standards, • Working inside tanks, • Thickness testing/pressure testing tanks & pipework, • Installing tanks & bunds, • Decommissioning & removal of tanks, • Working to a high safety standard The right person: Qualifications & Training • CSCS/CCNSG Cards (essential), • IPAF (desirable), • PASMA certificate (desirable), • Water Jetting (At high pressure up to 40,000psi) (desirable), • Grit blasting (desirable), • Confined space training (essential), • COSHH awareness (essential) Experience • Practical experience working tools & machinery (essential), • Working within confined spaces (essential), • Working at heights (essential), • Manual handling (essential) Qualities and Behaviours • Good communication skills in English (written and verbal) (essential), • An ability to multi-task (essential), • Strong sense of safety awareness (essential), • Quality focused (essential), • Ability to work within a team (essential), • Driving Licence (essential) What we can offer: • Attractive salary of £14.50 - 16.00 per hour, • Company pension, • Attractive night out allowance, • Full PPE provided, • Use of a company vehicle, • Following a successful 3 month probation, there will be the opportunity for training to support growth and development

Development Underwriter – Bspoke Property Owners Remote with regular travel £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + benefits Hello from Bspoke Insurance Group! We know you’ll likely search for us before applying, so we’ll keep this short. The Bspoke Group provides insurance solutions tailored for an evolving world. We’re proud to have been awarded MGA of the year in the National Insurance Awards 2025. Our vision is to offer niche products through multiple distribution channels, whilst maintaining our specialist trademark. With over two decades of experience in the property insurance sector, we’ve gained valuable insights into what our broker partners and their clients truly require. Listening actively to our broker partners has been crucial in shaping our services and products. We’re rapidly growing, and that’s where you come in. Why join Bspoke? Joining Bspoke means more than just having a job. We don’t follow the usual corporate path – instead, we embrace a dynamic and non-traditional approach. We’re a driven, passionate team that’s genuinely excited about what we do, and we’re proud of it. Delivering exceptional experiences for both our colleagues and customers starts with ensuring a fantastic experience for our team. Our values serve as a compass reflect our Group’s core principles and ethics, to enable us to deliver the best outcomes for our colleagues. Here’s a snapshot of our values, so you can see what we’re all about: Relentlessly collaborate, defeated by nothing, proud to be ambitious, agile at our core and we are our people. Role overview The Development Underwriter is responsible for the profitable acquisition of new business and the retention of existing accounts. The role focuses on achieving budget and Underwriting Loss Ratio (ULR) targets by upholding high underwriting standards and delivering excellent customer service. This will be achieved through both open market trading and the use of online trading platforms. Key Accountabilities Underwriting & Trading: • Underwrite, trade, and negotiate new and renewal business in line with the company’s underwriting strategy and risk appetite., • Identify and obtain all necessary risk information for accurate underwriting and pricing. Business Growth & Broker Relations: • Proactively develop new business opportunities with a specific panel of brokers by providing a dedicated underwriting resource., • Identify and triage new business enquiries that align with the company's appetite., • Collaborate with the Business Development team to support growth objectives and achieve budget targets. Compliance & Governance: • Adhere to personal underwriting authority limits, ensuring all activities comply with company service standards and regulatory requirements., • Actively support the company's commitment to Consumer Duty by ensuring the delivery of good outcomes for retail customers and avoiding foreseeable harm. Performance Tracking & Reporting: • Devise and agree annual and monthly targets with brokers and track progress using key performance indicators (KPIs) like quote volumes and conversion rates., • Provide regular reports on broker relationships and business performance to management. Case Management & Ownership: • Act as a key liaison between brokers and internal teams to resolve issues or challenges on new or existing business., • Handle and resolve queries from clients, colleagues, accounts, and claims departments in a timely manner. Skills And Knowledge Underwriting & Product Knowledge • Extensive underwriting experience across core market products, ideally within areas of property insurance., • A sound and working knowledge of market wordings, products, and Bspoke policy documentation., • The ability to apply strong underwriting judgment and expertise in risk assessment and decision-making. Commercial & Negotiation Skills • Proven commercial underwriting experience or experience dealing with commercial products in a broking environment., • Strong trading and negotiation capabilities with the ability to gain maximum benefit from these skills to achieve commercially sound outcomes., • A high level of numeracy to effectively interpret financial and risk data. Regulatory & Compliance • Solid understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, including FCA rules., • A working knowledge of the law as it relates to insurance. Interpersonal & Communication • Good knowledge of the broker environment and the ability to build and maintain strong broker relationships., • Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write in plain English and avoid unnecessary jargon., • A strong customer focus and the ability to understand and anticipate customer needs. Personal Attributes • High attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and consistently., • Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and perform effectively under pressure. Experience and Qualifications Essential • Experience: A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in an underwriting role, with a strong focus on core market products and within a delegated authority environment., • Qualifications: You must hold the CII Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII) or an equivalent professional qualification., • Knowledge: Demonstrable knowledge of the UK's regulatory framework for insurance, including relevant FCA rules and compliance requirements. Desirable • Experience: Previous experience dealing with specialist property, property or commercial insurance., • Qualifications: Progress toward the CII Diploma in Insurance (Dip CII) is preferred Sounds like you? We at Bspoke are ready so if this role sounds like you apply today. If we’re lucky to be inundated with quality applications we may close the application early, so what are you waiting for?

About the Role As Member Relationship Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the success of Accelerant’s MGA partnerships. This is a senior, high-impact role that blends commercial acumen, relationship leadership and strategic thinking. You’ll be the primary point of contact for a portfolio of MGAs (who we refer to as “Members”) — acting as their trusted advisor and ensuring every partnership delivers mutual growth, profitability and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to make a real mark — working with autonomy, influence and visibility across multiple teams and disciplines. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, the responsibility to lead and the support of a collaborative community that values initiative and results. What You’ll Do Lead Strategic Member Relationships • Act as the strategic advisor and relationship lead for your assigned Member portfolio ensuring partnership success and alignment with Accelerant’s long-term goals, • Identify opportunities for portfolio growth, product expansion and improved performance, • Use data-driven insight to help Members optimise underwriting, pricing and loss results Drive New Member Onboarding • Lead the onboarding of new prospective Members — from due diligence and internal approvals to post-launch integration, • Build and coordinate cross-functional onboarding teams, set clear milestones and ensure a smooth transition into live trading, • Embed a high-quality and consistent experience that reflects Accelerant’s values and standards Champion Collaboration and Insight • Partner with Underwriting, Actuarial, Claims, Operations, Reinsurance, and Product & Technology teams to deliver joined-up Member support, • Use Accelerant’s Analytics Platform to extract insights, monitor performance, and inform data-led decisions, • Feed continuous improvement ideas into the Analytics Platform development Manage Commercial Performance • Oversee the commercial and operational health of each Member relationship, ensuring economic viability and sustainable growth, • Lead commercial negotiations and manage renewal terms, • Produce and present performance reports and insight summaries for internal and external stakeholders, • Utilise the Accelerant Risk Exchange (“ARX”) to help deliver the right capacity, limits and underwriting authority for your Member portfolio Ensure Governance and Compliance • Support third-party audits and oversee resolution of post-audit actions, • Stay abreast of market and regulatory developments (FCA, PRA, NBB, Lloyd’s, etc.) and ensure adherence to Accelerant’s standards, • Promote a culture of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions What You’ll Bring Skills & Attributes • Strong relationship leader who inspires trust and partnership at senior levels, • Strategic thinker with commercial instincts and operational discipline, • Excellent communicator — articulate, persuasive and comfortable engaging with C-suite stakeholders, • Data-driven mindset with the ability to turn analysis into actionable insight, • Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously within a geographically dispersed team, • Collaborative problem solver who enjoys connecting teams and driving results Experience • Proven experience managing MGA or delegated authority relationships, • Deep understanding of the insurance market and regulatory landscape, • Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders, • Familiarity with insurance analytics platforms and performance data, • High proficiency in Microsoft Office and modern collaboration tools, • Track record of identifying and implementing process or performance improvements Qualifications • University degree preferred; ACII qualification (or progress toward it) desirable., • Excellent written and spoken English; other European languages are an advantage. What’s in It for You • Significant autonomy to shape relationships and influence outcomes, • A visible, strategic role at the heart of Accelerant’s growth ambitions, • Opportunities to innovate and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative culture, • The chance to make a tangible impact — for our Members’ businesses, our business and your own professional development. Conduct and Ethics This role is subject to FCA/PRA Conduct Rules (or local equivalents). You must act with integrity, due skill, care, diligence and always in the best interests of our Members and policyholders Enjoy our comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your diverse needs and support your well-being: • Work-life balance: We believe that taking time to rest and recharge makes us all better. That’s why we offer flexible time off and encourage our team to take the time they need to prioritize their health and well-being., • Health and wellness: We offer high-quality health, dental, and other benefits to ensure our team members have access to the care they need., • Remote work: Work where you’re most productive and fulfilled. This position is open to remote candidates across the UK who have the flexibility to work with our teams distributed across Europe and North America. Most cross-team collaboration happens in the mornings of the Eastern Time Zone., • Travel: We value face-to-face connections and believe that in-person interactions can enhance collaboration and build stronger relationships. Travel could be a small part of your role, with opportunities to connect with your team and our members in person. About Accelerant Accelerant is a services and data platform for the specialty insurance market. Our mission is to align incentives across the ecosystem. Our Risk Exchange harnesses advanced data analytics and AI to reduce information asymmetries and operational barriers. We connect expert underwriters with risk-capital partners, turning decades-old, siloed processes into data-rich insight and predictable capacity. Since we launched in 2018, our platform has grown to $3 billion+ in annual premium across 500+ niche programs and 40+ countries, all under the banner of A- (Excellent) AM Best ratings and the support of global carriers like QBE and Tokio Marine. By aligning incentives and arming specialists with real-time data, Accelerant makes it easy for small and midsize businesses to get the coverage they need to keep growing. Why Accelerant Our incredible team is united by the mission to make insurance work better — for everyone. We’re a fully remote, high-trust team where engineers, data scientists, and insurance experts work side-by-side to ship in weeks, not years. Every model trained and feature released unlocks protection for thousands of small businesses and proves that centuries-old markets can run on modern data. We back bold ideas with meaningful equity, flexible schedules across North America and Europe, and a culture built on curiosity, autonomy, and clear results. If you love tackling hard problems, moving quickly, and seeing your work matter every day—join us.

Contract Bid Manager Are you able to blend creativity and commercial acumen to craft winning tenders that stand out from the competition? Do you have the persistence and organisation needed to manage multiple bids, deadlines, and stakeholders with precision? Can you see yourself shaping a growing Foodservice and retail contract business — and being the driving force behind its success? MB are partnering with a marketing-leading wholesale business, looking for a Contract Bid Manager. This is a permanent role based in Scotland. Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for winning business through compelling proposals? We’re looking for a talented Contract Bid Manager to lead our tender process, shape our commercial growth strategy, and help us unlock new Foodservice opportunities. This is a key role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, competitive environment — combining analytical rigour with creativity and collaboration. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee and manage the preparation and submission of all tender proposals., • Collaborate with the Contract Management team to develop growth strategies and build a comprehensive database of future business opportunities., • Maintain and manage a professional library of contractual and bid-related documents in line with company standards and objectives., • Drive a robust bid management process to streamline tender submissions and unlock new opportunities., • Act as the primary point of contact for customers when the Contract Management team is unavailable., • Develop strategies to maximise business opportunities through existing framework agreements., • Work cross-functionally across the business to promote the Foodservice contract division and ensure its priorities are represented across the wider organisation., • Prepare and submit tender proposals in a professional, accurate, and timely manner to secure new business opportunities., • Build and maintain regional opportunity trackers to support proactive business development., • Develop and manage a central library of contract and tender documentation., • Collaborate with trading and commercial teams to create tailored product ranges that align with specific customer needs and segments. What We're Looking For: • Proven experience in the price-sensitive Foodservice supply or retail market., • Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills., • Solid understanding of the tendering process and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously., • Demonstrated experience in database management and bid writing., • Highly proficient in IT, including PowerPoint, Excel, and general Microsoft Office applications. Please contact Alice Redmond for more information. Salary £40k plus benefits

Do you want to work on the cutting edge of blockchain analytics? Have you built and deployed ML models that solve real-world data problems? Are you ready to join a lean, senior team shaping the AI future of a global platform? A Series B, high-growth SaaS platform delivering institutional-grade blockchain analytics is hiring a Senior AI/ML Engineer. Often referred to as the Bloomberg for crypto, this company provides AI-powered insights to help clients discover opportunities, perform due diligence, and protect portfolios. They’re scaling their AI capabilities and need a hands-on engineer to design, implement, and integrate ML models directly into their product. Why join? You’ll be part of a senior, two-person AI/ML team, working on high-impact projects like large-scale wallet labelling, NFT rarity-based price estimation, and advanced trading signals. You’ll have the freedom to explore modern AI/LLM techniques, with the support of a company that values speed, transparency, and curiosity. Key Responsibilities: • Build and scale AI/ML models to process complex blockchain datasets, • Collaborate with engineering and product to embed models into the platform, • Apply the latest AI/LLM approaches to solve challenging problems, • Maintain high DS/ML standards (EDA, validation, tracking), • Mentor and guide best practices in AI/ML development Key Details: • Salary: $130–150k base (paid in GBP) + equity (4y vest, 1y cliff) + performance bonus, • Location: Fully remote, EMEA-friendly time zones, • Stack: Python, GCP, TensorFlow/PyTorch, LLM APIs, • Visa: Cannot sponsor Requirements: • 3–6+ years DS/ML experience, • Strong Python & applied ML skills; end-to-end ML lifecycle experience, • Familiarity with modern AI/LLM tools and eagerness to experiment, • Interest in crypto/blockchain (commercial experience a plus), • Startup/product-focused background preferred; consultancy-heavy backgrounds won't be a fit Interested? Please apply below.

Job Description: This position is being advertised by Swift Temps Ltd, trading as an Employment 1 x food production worker. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of production processes while adhering to strict food safety standards. This role requires previous food production and food processing experience and the ability to work collaboratively within a team ...