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Job Description IT Director Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams. This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams. • Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. • Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. • Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems. • Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. • Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them. • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. • Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. • Report to the Board, on IT strategy, progress, and performance. • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. • IT Management and Information Technology skills • Experience in IT Operations and IT Strategy • Knowledge of Network Security • Strong leadership and project management abilities • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Qualifications: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development. • Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments. • Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels. • Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements. • Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams. • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. • Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. • Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically. • Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends. Preferred Skills: • Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies. • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector. • Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics. This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London. The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.

Job Description IT Support Technician Purpose The role of IT Support Technician will lead and manage all day-to-day ICT 2 nd and 3 rd line support activities for multiple schools as directed by the ICT Network Manager and/or ICT Schools Manager. The Support Technician will liaise with Head Office and School staff, the IT Service Desk and other 3 rd line support teams to identify, prioritise, own and resolve all IT support and service requests. Key Responsibilities • Provide 2 nd and 3 rd line support to UK staff, schools staff and students • Carry out routine maintenance of all computer hardware and network services to maintain agreed availability. • Respond to and resolve IT faults and requests through onsite visits and remote support tools to agreed service levels. • Install and configure approved computer hardware and licensed software, following agreed policies and procedures. • Maintain site documentation, including hardware and software inventories, to ensure accuracy of information, legal and financial compliance. • Manage staff and student user accounts following agreed policies and procedures. • Monitor and maintain server back-ups to ensure system and user data is protected and secure. • Monitor IT (physical and network) security and report any risks or incidents to School Head teachers, Network Manager or Schools IT Manager • Any other reasonably requested duties Person Specification • Exceptional customer service and communication skills, including written and verbal. • Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating effectively and professionally with people at all levels of the organization. • Effective communication skills in a technical respect with other IT professionals, and in non-technical terms with other colleagues • Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to work unsupervised. • Must be able to use initiative and work under pressure, consistently employing a customer centric approach to resolving all IT issues. • Demonstrable methodical problem solving, excellent analytical skills and creative thinking. • Able to demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills in resolving issues in challenging situations, knowing when to sign post, escalate and resolve issues. • Experience in establishing new processes and procedures as well as following those already in place and always looking for improvements. • A desire to, and demonstrable experience of supporting teaching and learning • Effective engagement with IT service partners and 3rd parties Technical Skills • Windows Server 2012/2016/2019 • Windows 10 • Active Directory support • Office365 • LAN & WAN technologies and protocols, including VLAN, wireless, DNS and DHCP. • SIMS.net and SOLUS3 support • Mobile device support including Apple, Windows, and Android tablets • AV and interactive boards and screens • Shared printing solutions • Desktop/Server Hardware support and troubleshooting • Apple device management and support Experience • Flexible working, travel to support multiple sites/offices. • Experience of working in a Service Desk environment (2nd or 3rd line support role) • Experience of working in the education or similar sector is preferable. • ITIL preferred but not essential. Key Competencies Role Specific • Work Planning and Scheduling • Time Management • Listening and Organisation • Training, Mentoring and Delegating • Problem Identification and Solution • Process Improvement Safeguarding Responsibilities • To comply with safeguarding policies, procedures and code of conduct • To demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and student/colleague wellbeing • To ensure that any safeguarding concerns or incidents are reported appropriately in line with policy. • To engage in safeguarding training when required This will be a 2 to 3 months contract initially. The position will be in North London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Job Description Mobile Application Developer for Android and IOS We are urgently looking for a Mobile Application Developer (iOS/Android) in North London. The following are key software development skills that we require: • AngularJS (v1.4/v1.5) • Cordova • ionic • JavaScript • TeamCity • Protractor automation • Mobile development experience • Some native iOS / Android skills also useful This is a 6 month contract in North London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with daily rate and availability

Job Title: IT Technician Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £25,000 to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 70 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 6,500 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The role: Express Solicitors are currently looking to appoint an IT Technician to assist the IT team in the day to day and long term function of the company's IT infrastructure. Candidates must have a minimum of two years' experience working within a similar role. Any experience working with Proclaim case management system will be a distinct advantage. The role's main focus will be to ensure the smooth running of the company's IT technical resources and supporting internal staff members with any hardware or software issues. Responsibilities: â-Administration of in-house software;â-Desktop support and troubleshooting in Windows Server 2008/2012/2016, Windows 10/8/7 environments;â-Support for deployed printers, scanners and other peripherals across the network;â-Support for remote working arrangements through Microsoft Terminal Services;â-Support for company mobile phones or other mobile devices;â-Support for company telecoms systemâ-Responsibility for maintaining a comprehensive asset register and warranty database;â-Support for security systems linked to the IT network.â-Some travel to branch office (Haydock) may be required on an ad hoc basis. Person specification: â-A minimum of 12 months experience working within IT Support.â-Knowledge of Windows based operating systems and troubleshooting common problems.â-Understanding of network infrastructure and technology.â-Understanding of computer hardware and peripherals.â-Analytical and problem solving skills are essential across a broad spectrum of ICT disciplines.â-Ability to prioritise work received via telephone, email and helpdesk based on business or user impact.â-Strong communication skills and the capability to deal firmly with external support contractors to ensure levels of service are attained at all times.â-Excellent organisation and time management skills .â-Must understand the concept of internal customers and ensure that internal stakeholders remain confident in the ability of the firm's systems to deliver.â-Knowledge of Proclaim case management and experience of working with software provider Eclipse would be a distinct advantageâ-Prior exposure of BigHand digital dictation and Dragon speech recognition is beneficial.â-Experience of IP telephone systems e.g. Ringcentral IP Office is desirableâ-Experience of working in the legal industry is advantageous Salary, Hours & Benefits: â-Salary is £25,000 to £30,000, dependent on experienceâ-Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Fridayâ-3/2 hybrid working pattern after probationâ-23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidaysâ-Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' serviceâ-3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of serviceâ-Private medical insurance after 2 years' serviceâ-Enhanced Maternity leave payment if you have over 1 year's tenure, further enhanced at over 4 years' serviceâ-Death in serviceâ-24/7 onsite Gym accessâ-Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and moreâ-Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budgetâ-Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity and Inclusionâ-Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual (optional) What to do next: Click the apply button! Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most impo

Job Description IT Infrastructure Engineer Our Client is a Global organisation with offices in the City of London. They are now looking to recruit an IT infrastructure system support and maintenance Engineer with at least 5 years experience in 1 st to 3 rd level experience in support. You will be working with users using Japanese and English, working closely with related parties to ensure a coordinated approach to IT infrastructure support and projects. IT Infrastructure Engineer • IT Infrastructure related project • Communicate and coordinate with the person in charge of the project in HQ (in Japanese) • Communicate and coordinate with the user in each office (in English) • Provide support for to end users during system deployment/migration(User manual, user training) • Global User Support • Act as 2 nd /3 rd line support for IT infrastructure related enquiries and incidents. • Escalate the incidents to the appropriate vendors. • Incident management with the ticketing system (etc. ServiceNow). Skills / Knowledge: Technical • Proven working experience in IT Service management operations • Basic network knowledge (e.g. TCP/IP, proxy, firewall, switching, routing and WiFi) • Basic operation system knowledge (e.g. Windows10, Windows server, Azure) • Basic Microsoft Office 365 knowledge • Second line level technical support and problem-solving skill • Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Adoptability to work in a fast-changing environment • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Proficient in English & Japanese language skills (Reading/Writing/Speaking). • User facing support skills • Self-motivated and an innovative mindset Experience: • 3 to 5+ years IT experience in a corporate environment. • Second line technical support • System Maintenance • Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Virtual desktop, Microsoft365 • Cisco/Fortinet • Project management experience preferred. The salary for this position will be in the range £35K - £45K. The Client is based in the City of London. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description IT Support Analyst Engineer Our Client is looking to recruit an IT Support Analyst Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years experience in IT Network and Support ideally from a banking environment. Responsible for the support and maintenance of the IT infrastructure, and to provide IT support to staff and other group colleagues. To assist in the response to service outages and other IT related problems as well as maintenance and upkeep of for security of the systems in place To provide IT Support and assistance to branch staff concerning IT related matters in a timely fashion. Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Branch by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Support endpoint security standards (antivirus/firewall/patching/two-factor authentication). Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope. To assist the IT Manager in delivering various IT projects. End User Computing support for all staff. Coordinator between the London Users and Group IT Security on all requests for systems access and to ensure that such permissions are provided promptly, are regularly updated and that the Group Access Matrix Protocol is followed at all times. Preserve the Assets of the Branch by implementing Disaster Recovery and back up procedures and ensuring that the standards comply with Group requirements. Provide IT support to ensure the smooth running of daily and periodic reports for the London Compliance team to ensure adherence to the Anti Money Laundering Provisions . Undertake Data Extraction for reporting requirements for all the other stakeholders at the branch. To hold Administrator function for some of the systems housed at the Branch\". Responsible for the granting of access and maintenance of system matrix Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support inclusive of the server room. To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness. Manage inventory of computers, network equipment including tracking of purchased equipment and services. To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations To maintain the branch PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times. To perform monthly infrastructure test and report for Risk Assessment. Manage Incident Handling procedure (This includes monitoring as well as post -incident follow up Support the Branch operations as and when needed and any other tasks assigned by the General Manager of the Branch. To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) At least 3 years of experience in IT ideally in the Banking/Financial industry in-depth knowledge of and troubleshooting experience with Windows, Office applications and conferencing applications. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems - Software proficiency - Networking (IT) - Proficient in programming languages - Project management - Data analysis Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Strong interpersonal skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) Strong stakeholder engagement The position is based in Central London. The salary will be in the range £40K - £45K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period for this exciting position.

I am looking for a skilled IT Support Engineer with Linux expertise and Windows experience. Our client is seeking someone who can handle Linux systems with ease, support infrastructure while using backups or resolving supporting tickets efficiently. Essential experience: - 5-8 years of experience - Linux experience - installing and packages on top - Windows experience - Experience infrastructure and network support - Resolving tickets Offered: - Up to £70,000 per annum - 10-15% bonus - 25 days holiday - Private healthcare This role requires 4 days per week in the office in Abingdon, which is non-negotiable. If you're interested or know someone who would be, please apply or get in touch with me! To find out more about Computer Futures please visit XX XX XX XX XX Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

I am looking for a skilled IT Support Engineer with Linux expertise and Windows experience. Our client is seeking someone who can handle Linux systems with ease, support infrastructure while using backups or resolving supporting tickets efficiently. Essential experience: - 5-8 years of experience - Linux experience - installing and packages on top - Windows experience - Experience infrastructure and network support - Resolving tickets Offered: - Up to £70,000 per annum - 10-15% bonus - 25 days holiday - Private healthcare This role requires 4 days per week in the office in Abingdon, which is non-negotiable. If you're interested or know someone who would be, please apply or get in touch with me! To find out more about Computer Futures please visit XX XX XX XX XX Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Job Description IT Infrastructure Engineer Our Client is a Global organisation with offices in the City of London. They are now looking to recruit an IT infrastructure system support and maintenance Engineer with at least 5 years experience in 1 st to 3 rd level experience in support. You will be working with users using Japanese and English, working closely with related parties to ensure a coordinated approach to IT infrastructure support and projects. IT Infrastructure Engineer • IT Infrastructure related project • Communicate and coordinate with the person in charge of the project in HQ (in Japanese) • Communicate and coordinate with the user in each office (in English) • Provide support for to end users during system deployment/migration(User manual, user training) • Global User Support • Act as 2 nd /3 rd line support for IT infrastructure related enquiries and incidents. • Escalate the incidents to the appropriate vendors. • Incident management with the ticketing system (etc. ServiceNow). Skills / Knowledge: Technical • Proven working experience in IT Service management operations • Basic network knowledge (e.g. TCP/IP, proxy, firewall, switching, routing and WiFi) • Basic operation system knowledge (e.g. Windows10, Windows server, Azure) • Basic Microsoft Office 365 knowledge • Second line level technical support and problem-solving skill • Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Adoptability to work in a fast-changing environment • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Proficient in English & Japanese language skills (Reading/Writing/Speaking). • User facing support skills • Self-motivated and an innovative mindset Experience: • 3 to 5+ years IT experience in a corporate environment. • Second line technical support • System Maintenance • Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Virtual desktop, Microsoft365 • Cisco/Fortinet • Project management experience preferred. The salary for this position will be in the range £35K - £45K. The Client is based in the City of London. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description IT Security Manager Our Client is a large international organisation who are looking to recruit an IT Security Manager with at least 5 to 8 years proven expertise. Provide advice, support and guidance to all Company Corporate functions to assist them to maintain and improve their information security maturity. To work collaboratively with all areas of the Company Corporate and build networks and relationships to promote Information Security. • Act as subject matter expert on for IT Security, including legal and regulatory compliance • Advise Company Corporate functions on how to achieve the required controls and assist with solutions to support them. Eg Support in the development of standards and their application in line with Group security policies. • Participate in Company BU's Projects giving support, guidance, control validation and overall security assurance. This could also involve sitting on major project steering committees. • Support and encourage the ethos and methodology of security by design. • Aid GRC to build, implement and facilitate a mechanism to aid BU's to assess and measure their security compliance to policies. • Drive the development of BU/Divisional security roadmaps. Giving oversight of key non-conformities to feed into the CISO roadmap. • Coach, train and educate the Company IT and Functions to up skill and increase the security maturity in BU's. Be an active member of the Company's IS Security community, contributing to and leveraging the experience and lessons learned from other BU's • Produce, implement and standardise protocol and guidance material to support Business unit activities - examples - Asset register templates, third party due-diligence. • Facilitate and chair the security working group meetings • Engage and manage third party relationships to support the Company and its affiliates • Aid Procurement and the tendering process • Raising the security baseline controls and standardising where it makes sense to do so. • Understanding the different business requirements and aligning to their objectives Support Security operations to continuously improve information security awareness across the group, including phishing campaigns and associated reporting Experience • Experience in an information security risk leadership role within a large organisation. • Confident in presenting, discussing and championing ideas and concepts with senior stakeholders. • Experience of running information security risk governance processes and structures • Familiarity with relevant industry standards for information security (e.g. ISO27001, NIST CSF) • Experience of creating, implementing and assessing against information security policies and standards Creativity • Able to analyse complex, ambiguous problems and summarise clearly with a view to establishing practical solutions • Able to \"bridge the gap\" between technologists and business-people, bringing to life information security risks to the business, while maintaining a pragmatic outlook on likelihood and impact of the risk and cost/complexity of the mitigation. • Ensuring initiatives/programmes are anchored in best practice whilst still being highly practical/pragmatic. • Ability to defuse situations and resolve conflict to a win-win outcome • Influence others understand their views and agree ways of working that are acceptable to all parties. Business acumen to understand business risks and the information security implications • Able to identify when information security risks need to be escalated to achieve the right level of management visibility. • Able to prioritise security risks and controls, differentiating the essential from the \"nice to have\". • Able to judge how to communicate messages to people to maximise buy-in and/or understanding. • Able to analyse data with rigour & reach sound conclusions • Can assess when further data gathering, or analysis will bring diminishing returns. Can place appropriate weight on prevailing (sometimes conflicting) evidence. • Support and manage budget Responsibility • Responsibility of information security incident management • Responsibility for security assessments and assurance activities (e.g. penetration testing) and when to use them. • Oversee and management of security compliance management and reporting in relation to any relevant regulatory or legal requirements Operational responsibility of management of third parties Responsibility for managing change management around project and change leadership. Able to judge the political and other people aspects of a situation, and tailor messages and approach to bring people along. • Able to work with others, setting challenging but realistic targets for team members, and through coaching and appropriate guidance, securing a successful outcome. • A positive collegiate approach to developing relationships and networks at all levels across the Company and the gravitas to work persuasively with senior stakeholders. Is aware of different styles of stakeholders and can adjust own leadership style successfully to bridge any gaps. The Client and the role is based in Central London - and you will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. The salary for this position will be £75K + £85K plus Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format for this exciting new position along with your salary and availability.

Are you looking to progress your recruitment career, or are you looking for a new career entirely? Are you a combination of ambitious & driven, personable & articulate, influential & inquisitive, sales & delivery orientated, organised & problem solving, loyal & collaborative, and/or responsible & self-motivated - and are you seeking a career development opportunity where you can see and realise the results of your hard work? Regardless of whether you are currently working in recruitment or not, your current/previous experience or educational status, if you're able to demonstrate the right character traits then we have an amazing career opportunity for you. The Company Informed Recruitment are a growing IT & Tech Recruitment Consultancy dedicated to the delivery of high-quality permanent recruitment & contract consultancy solutions to businesses within specialist markets in the UK. We are currently a small group of successful, conscientious, and hard-working people, continually looking for others to grow a team of ambitious people that take their work seriously but do so in an environment where they can have fun, enjoy professional development, look after one another, be financially rewarded, and share in each others success. We are fiercely ambitious and competitive; however, we believe in going about our business in the right manner. That means looking to partner with people for the long term based on trust and to deliver consistently, not to harass people or do just about anything for a quick sale. We are searching for likeminded professionals that are bright, enthusiastic, positive, ambitious, mentally agile, conscientious, and driven. The Role Working alongside a hard-working, collaborative, supportive and professional team, you will be taking a hands on and active role in developing a desk, where you will be responsible and accountable for the entire recruitment process. You will be assessing and understanding the current market, identifying your own leads and business prospects, developing new and existing clients, resourcing and managing candidates and contractors, and most importantly, promoting and selling your solutions and expertise within a competitive and niche industry. However, you will do so from a position of strength in a warm market that is under-developed, with access to up-to-date resources, candidates, and leads, with a team around you that can offer you help, insight, and knowledge to help you achieve. We have opportunities for those that wish to lead; those that wants to recruit to contract desks, permanent desks, or hybrid desks; resourcing or candidate consultants; or indirect sales & marketing. The Person We will consider all backgrounds if you are likeminded and meet the personality profile, however we are looking for a at least a couple of years work experience in industry so you are fully versed and acclimatised to working five days week in and week out consistently. Well-trodden paths include; Existing Recruiters, looking for a new environment and the chance to work in a positive environment with like-minded people. Tech/IT experience ideal, but not a pre-requisite. Sales roles - previous sales experience is beneficial both for the tasks at hand and knowledge of resilience required. Retail - those who have excelled in customer service backgrounds often display the relationship building skills, experience of working with targets, and positive approach required. Research - Gathering and recording information, Identifying candidates and clients without the full information required, headhunting and shortlisting for hard to fill roles, gathering data sets, reporting - these are all tasks inherently associated with a recruitment desk. Graduates - Graduates that have finished University, had to achieve many goals and targets along the way, and have entered employment in a chosen career before realising is not for them or has no real progression or earning potential. Non-Graduates - Whether you went into work straight from school or went to college, you may have reached that point where you want a career and not a job, something challenging and fun, where you want to work hard as long as you can see the rewards that will come. Changing Careers/Returning to Work - You may have had an enforced absence due to life events, maternity/paternity, or just know that you need to do something new to reinvigorate and have the right set of transferable skills. The Benefits Informed Recruitment offers excellent support and mentoring throughout your career with us, and we pride ourselves on rewarding your success, dedication, and hard work. In return for your achievements, you'll receive; Competitive salary A stable, top class, and uncapped commission structure Access to cutting edge technology and detailed market specific resources. A career with real prospects to progress as the business grows. Social gatherings and competitions designed to reward those going above and beyond. A competitive holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service. Professional development opportunities. Ongoing progress meetings, performance, & salary reviews. A career in the ever growing and dynamic industries of Tech & Recruitment A supportive, driven, and positive work environment. Easy office access - city centre location within easy reach of bus stops, tram stops, and the train station. If you are looking for a new and exciting career opportunity, with an organisation that values its employees and rewards based on effort and outcomes, a place where you can add real value and see the direct results of success both personally and on the business, then simply submit your latest CV for consideration with a detailed covering note explaining why you fit the bill and your reasons for applying. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.

Job Description We are currently seeking a Senior IT Support Manager. In this role, you will perform support for our employee population, analyze our current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide training. Our ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of network maintenance, experience managing staff, and advanced industry knowledge to keep us on the cutting edge. From day one, you'll have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations, and an ongoing impact on our overall growth. Objectives of this Role • • Lead large IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services • • Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware • • Own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative • • Handle business-critical IT tasks and systems administration • • Research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, and software • • Track and maintain hardware and software inventory Responsibilities for IT Manager • • Monitor performance of information technology systems to determine cost and productivity levels, and to make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure • • Help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes • • Analyze business requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to develop solutions for IT needs • • Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software • • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT • • Supervising daily operations of network and server infrastructure • • Aligning IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals • • Evaluating risk, developing network recovery and backup processes • • Assessing and purchasing new and replacement hardware • • Testing, troubleshooting and adjusting information systems to operate effectively • • Implementing security of the network, data and its storage and communication systems • • Ensure network components meet business needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions • • Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed • • Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups • • Manage information technology and computer systems • • Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time • • Preserve assets, information security and control structures • • Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience • • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems • • Expertise in data center management and data governance • • Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation Qualifications for IT Manager • • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience • • 5-7 years experience in IT management • • Experience leading and managing large IT projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies • • Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems • • Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills • • Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize • • Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices • • Experience across different software solutions, including: desktop operating systems (MS Windows, MacOS), server operating systems (MS Windows, Linux), cloud-based technologies (Google Workspaces, AWS, SD-WAN), SaaS solutions (Okta, Dynamics365, Microsoft365), mobile (iOS, Android), backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring. • • Experience across different hardware solutions, including: Cisco Switches/Routers, Meraki/Palo Alto Firewalls, Meraki Wireless Access Points; Cisco Unified Communications. • • Expertise with implementing, configuring, and testing solutions • • Proven leadership skills • • Strong creative and analytical thinking • • Professional certifications preferred (i.e. A+, Network+, CCNA, MCP)

Job Description IT Security Manager Our Client is a large international organisation who are looking to recruit an IT Security Manager with at least 5 to 8 years proven expertise. Provide advice, support and guidance to all Company Corporate functions to assist them to maintain and improve their information security maturity. To work collaboratively with all areas of the Company Corporate and build networks and relationships to promote Information Security. • Act as subject matter expert on for IT Security, including legal and regulatory compliance • Advise Company Corporate functions on how to achieve the required controls and assist with solutions to support them. Eg Support in the development of standards and their application in line with Group security policies. • Participate in Company BU's Projects giving support, guidance, control validation and overall security assurance. This could also involve sitting on major project steering committees. • Support and encourage the ethos and methodology of security by design. • Aid GRC to build, implement and facilitate a mechanism to aid BU's to assess and measure their security compliance to policies. • Drive the development of BU/Divisional security roadmaps. Giving oversight of key non-conformities to feed into the CISO roadmap. • Coach, train and educate the Company IT and Functions to up skill and increase the security maturity in BU's. Be an active member of the Company's IS Security community, contributing to and leveraging the experience and lessons learned from other BU's • Produce, implement and standardise protocol and guidance material to support Business unit activities - examples - Asset register templates, third party due-diligence. • Facilitate and chair the security working group meetings • Engage and manage third party relationships to support the Company and its affiliates • Aid Procurement and the tendering process • Raising the security baseline controls and standardising where it makes sense to do so. • Understanding the different business requirements and aligning to their objectives Support Security operations to continuously improve information security awareness across the group, including phishing campaigns and associated reporting Experience • Experience in an information security risk leadership role within a large organisation. • Confident in presenting, discussing and championing ideas and concepts with senior stakeholders. • Experience of running information security risk governance processes and structures • Familiarity with relevant industry standards for information security (e.g. ISO27001, NIST CSF) • Experience of creating, implementing and assessing against information security policies and standards Creativity • Able to analyse complex, ambiguous problems and summarise clearly with a view to establishing practical solutions • Able to \"bridge the gap\" between technologists and business-people, bringing to life information security risks to the business, while maintaining a pragmatic outlook on likelihood and impact of the risk and cost/complexity of the mitigation. • Ensuring initiatives/programmes are anchored in best practice whilst still being highly practical/pragmatic. • Ability to defuse situations and resolve conflict to a win-win outcome • Influence others understand their views and agree ways of working that are acceptable to all parties. Business acumen to understand business risks and the information security implications • Able to identify when information security risks need to be escalated to achieve the right level of management visibility. • Able to prioritise security risks and controls, differentiating the essential from the \"nice to have\". • Able to judge how to communicate messages to people to maximise buy-in and/or understanding. • Able to analyse data with rigour & reach sound conclusions • Can assess when further data gathering, or analysis will bring diminishing returns. Can place appropriate weight on prevailing (sometimes conflicting) evidence. • Support and manage budget Responsibility • Responsibility of information security incident management • Responsibility for security assessments and assurance activities (e.g. penetration testing) and when to use them. • Oversee and management of security compliance management and reporting in relation to any relevant regulatory or legal requirements Operational responsibility of management of third parties Responsibility for managing change management around project and change leadership. Able to judge the political and other people aspects of a situation, and tailor messages and approach to bring people along. • Able to work with others, setting challenging but realistic targets for team members, and through coaching and appropriate guidance, securing a successful outcome. • A positive collegiate approach to developing relationships and networks at all levels across the Company and the gravitas to work persuasively with senior stakeholders. Is aware of different styles of stakeholders and can adjust own leadership style successfully to bridge any gaps. The Client and the role is based in Central London - and you will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. The salary for this position will be £75K + £85K plus Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format for this exciting new position along with your salary and availability.

Job Description We are currently seeking a Senior IT Support Manager. In this role, you will perform support for our employee population, analyze our current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide training. Our ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of network maintenance, experience managing staff, and advanced industry knowledge to keep us on the cutting edge. From day one, you'll have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations, and an ongoing impact on our overall growth. Objectives of this Role • Lead large IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services • Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware • Own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative • Handle business-critical IT tasks and systems administration • Research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, and software • Track and maintain hardware and software inventory Responsibilities for IT Manager • Monitor performance of information technology systems to determine cost and productivity levels, and to make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure • Help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes • Analyze business requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to develop solutions for IT needs • Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT • Supervising daily operations of network and server infrastructure • Aligning IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals • Evaluating risk, developing network recovery and backup processes • Assessing and purchasing new and replacement hardware • Testing, troubleshooting and adjusting information systems to operate effectively • Implementing security of the network, data and its storage and communication systems • Ensure network components meet business needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions • Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed • Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups • Manage information technology and computer systems • Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time • Preserve assets, information security and control structures • Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems • Expertise in data center management and data governance • Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation Qualifications for IT Manager • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience • 5-7 years experience in IT management • Experience leading and managing large IT projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies • Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems • Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills • Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize • Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices • Experience across different software solutions, including: desktop operating systems (MS Windows, MacOS), server operating systems (MS Windows, Linux), cloud-based technologies (Google Workspaces, AWS, SD-WAN), SaaS solutions (Okta, Dynamics365, Microsoft365), mobile (iOS, Android), backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring. • Experience across different hardware solutions, including: Cisco Switches/Routers, Meraki/Palo Alto Firewalls, Meraki Wireless Access Points; Cisco Unified Communications. • Expertise with implementing, configuring, and testing solutions • Proven leadership skills • Strong creative and analytical thinking • Professional certifications preferred (i.e. A+, Network+, CCNA, MCP)

Job Description Fullstack with C# Dot net HTML Web Software Developer Our Client is leader in the development of software for the financial sector. We are looking for a creative, detail-orientated Web Developer to join our Web Development team. You must have at least 5 years experience of working as a Fullstack Web Software Developer with C# Dot Net HTML and CSS. Within the Web Development team, you will have the opportunity to enjoy working with a range of web technology across the full stack. Our client base is growing and as part of this growth we are looking to improve and enhance our web-oriented product offerings. We are looking to recruit highly motivated and creative web developers who can be instrumental in delivering an ambitious digital roadmap. Previous Experience/Education: Web Developers don't always need industry-specific work experience, but they must be able to demonstrate their web coding capability in organisations of a similar size and complexity. Ideally, we are looking for Web Developers with five plus years work experience. Additionally, candidates should be experienced in debugging and profiling applications associated with developing, testing and deploying web applications. It is preferable for Web Developers to hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Successful Web Developers should have sound knowledge and experience in different programming applications. C#, AXX XX XX XX XX/Core, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MVC and JSON are required core skills. Role Function: Candidates should be able to demonstrate strong ability to work independently and as part of a team building websites from the ground up in C#, MVC, AXX XX XX XX XX and AXX XX XX XX XX core. The successful candidate should have a good command of C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON & Bootstrap. Exposure to any UI binding framework such as VXX XX XX XX XX, AngularJS, React, and Knockout would be beneficial. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable using IIS. Full understanding of the MVC pattern, REST APIs and XX XX XX XX XX controllers are a must. Web developers should be aware of security vulnerabilities, such as those identified in OWASP, and their code should mitigate these threats. Knowledge Required: Web Developers will need experience in the design, creation and maintenance of websites across multiple platforms as follows: • Writing efficient code using best practice for software development • Creating websites using different languages such as HTML and CSS • Working with Programmers and Web Designers to create a website that matches the visual design intent • Communicating with business colleagues to gather and refine requirements and specifications for content development within agreed-upon timelines • Researching a variety of software programs • Creating and maintaining the documentation for software used • Improving and enhancing websites after they have been created Skills Required: A successful Web Developer candidate will have various prerequisite skills/qualifications needed for duties such as a Degree in Computer Science or related field). Some skills include, but are not limited to, the following: • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain close working relationships with business stakeholders and other technologists • A pro-active approach with a keen attention to detail • Proactive with a keen desire to take ownership of projects • Functional knowledge and coding experience • Basic knowledge of search engine optimisation (SEO) • The ability to multitask within the budgets and time constraints set by the company • Strong communication and problem-solving skills • An understanding of development approaches and methods • Knowledge of mobile applications, computer operating systems and web browsers • Strong analytical skills The Client provides highly configurable enterprise software solutions to leading companies within the insurance sector. Working with our Client you will become part of a close-knit team dedicated to providing tools to improve our clients' businesses. Currently 3 days WFH and 2 days in the office (Mondays & Wednesdays) . The position will be based close to Basildon in Essex. The salary for this role will be in the range £50K - £70K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description C# .NET Software Developer with FX and Fixed Income Our Client is a niche boutique broker specialising in FX. They are looking to recruit a C# .NET Software Developer with at least 3 to 5 years proven track record of developing with C# .NET. The Client would like meet candidates ideally with some understanding Trading Floor projects to include Fixed Income, Risk Management, Swap Options and FX. You need to be resilient as you will be working closely with traders and developing financial trading systems so an understanding of FX instruments would be very useful. The Company is a fast growing dynamic brokerage firm, specialising in currency options and interest rate swaps. They are seeking a talented technologist to join the London team. You will be working in a fast paced, delivery focused environment where you will get the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the business rather than just 'making up the numbers'. Initially reporting to the CTO, the successful candidate will become a key member of the global team. There will be a large amount of autonomy in the role, giving the candidate the opportunity to showcase their development talents, Responsibilities :- Re-architecting and building the in-house middle office platform and integrating with a new trading platform. • Developing pricing toolsets • Integrating to external reporting/tradeflow and pricing APIs. • Maintaining the company's daily operation on the existing platforms. Essential skills :- • Minimum 3 to 5 years experience of Microsoft web technologies ( C#, ASP.NET Core MVC ) • Relational database experience (SQL Server) • Proactively able to build relationships with stakeholders:- sales, brokers, middle office, external vendors. • Ability to produce clean, well-written, fully tested production ready software. Desirable skills :- Knowledge of the FIX protocol • Knowledge of FX trade processing • Basic knowledge of Foreign exchange products (vanilla/exotic options, fx cash) ( training will be given) Qualifications: Computer Science related degree preferred At least 3 years experience in a comparable development role. The Client is based in the City of London. The rate will be in the range £450 per day to £600 per day. The duration of this contract will be 12 months. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary/rate and availability.