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Job Description Head of Software Delivery - Private Banking The Head of Software Delivery for Private Banking is responsible for leading the development and delivery of software solutions that support the bank's private banking operations. This includes managing core banking systems, Treasury systems, Finance systems, and ensuring the efficient operation of Equation and SQL Server environments. The role involves strategic leadership, project management, and close collaboration with stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Leadership: • Develop and implement the software delivery strategy for the private banking division, ensuring alignment with the bank's business goals. • Lead the adoption and integration of best practices for software development, deployment, and maintenance within the context of private banking operations. • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance the bank's software delivery capabilities, particularly in core banking and financial systems. • Project Management: • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects related to core banking, Treasury systems, Finance systems, and Equation. • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, managing risks, dependencies, and resource allocation effectively. • Team Management: • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers, project managers, and QA engineers specializing in private banking systems. • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team. • Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and support career development for team members. • Stakeholder Collaboration: • Work closely with business units, product owners, and other stakeholders in private banking to understand their requirements and priorities. • Ensure effective communication and alignment between development teams and stakeholders. • Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior management. • Quality Assurance: • Implement robust testing frameworks and quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions for private banking. • Monitor and improve software performance, reliability, and security, particularly in core banking and financial systems. • Process Improvement: • Continuously analyze and improve software delivery processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness, with a focus on core banking and finance systems. • Implement and refine agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines tailored to private banking needs. • Vendor Management: • Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, ensuring they meet the bank's standards and requirements. • Negotiate contracts and oversee vendor deliverables related to private banking systems. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Finance, or a related field. • Experience: • Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within banking or financial services. • Proven track record of managing large-scale software delivery projects in core banking, Treasury systems, and finance systems. • Experience with Equation and SQL Server environments. • Technical Skills: • Strong knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps). • Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python) and software development tools. • Experience with core banking systems (e.g., Equation), Treasury systems, and finance systems. • Proficiency in SQL Server and database management. • Familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. • Leadership Skills: • Excellent leadership and team management skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. • Certifications: • Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master, ITIL) are a plus. Why Join Us: • Impact: Play a pivotal role in driving the bank's digital transformation and innovation in private banking. • Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment. • Culture: Join a collaborative team committed to excellence and continuous improvement. The position will be based in Central London at least 3 days week in the office. The salary for this position is circa £75K - £100K. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description Head of Software Development with MS SQL Server The Head of Software Development for a Bank is responsible for leading the development and delivery of software solutions that support the bank's private banking operations. This includes managing core banking systems, Treasury systems, Finance systems, and ensuring the efficient operation of Equation and SQL Server environments. The Client would like to see at least 7 to 10 years expertise in working with and developing applications using SQL Server, SSIS and SSRS and if possible some experience with C# .Net You will be working with and using MS SQL Server and SSIS for reporting purposes at this bank. The role involves strategic leadership, project management, and close collaboration with stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Leadership: • Develop and implement the software delivery strategy for the private banking division, ensuring alignment with the bank's business goals. • Lead the adoption and integration of best practices for software development, deployment, and maintenance within the context of private banking operations. • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance the bank's software delivery capabilities, particularly in core banking and financial systems. • Project Management: • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects related to core banking, Treasury systems, Finance systems, and Equation. • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, managing risks, dependencies, and resource allocation effectively. • Team Management: • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers, project managers, and QA engineers specializing in private banking systems. • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team. • Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and support career development for team members. • Stakeholder Collaboration: • Work closely with business units, product owners, and other stakeholders in private banking to understand their requirements and priorities. • Ensure effective communication and alignment between development teams and stakeholders. • Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior management. • Quality Assurance: • Implement robust testing frameworks and quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions for private banking. • Monitor and improve software performance, reliability, and security, particularly in core banking and financial systems. • Process Improvement: • Continuously analyze and improve software delivery processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness, with a focus on core banking and finance systems. • Implement and refine agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines tailored to private banking needs. • Vendor Management: • Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, ensuring they meet the bank's standards and requirements. • Negotiate contracts and oversee vendor deliverables related to private banking systems. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Finance, or a related field. • Experience: • Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development including MS SQL Server with SSIS, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within banking or financial services. • Proven track record of managing large-scale software delivery projects in core banking, Treasury systems, and finance systems. • Experience with Equation and SQL Server environments. • Technical Skills: • Strong knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps). • Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python) and software development tools. • Experience with core banking systems (e.g., Equation), Treasury systems, and finance systems. • Proficiency in SQL Server and database management. • Familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. • Leadership Skills: • Excellent leadership and team management skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. • Certifications: • Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master, ITIL) are a plus. Why Join Us: • Impact: Play a pivotal role in driving the bank's digital transformation and innovation in private banking. • Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment. • Culture: Join a collaborative team committed to excellence and continuous improvement. The position will be based in Central London at least 3 days week in the office. The salary for this position is circa £75K - £100K. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Head of Sales- Semiconductor Equipment My client is a disruptive semiconductor scale-up who are developing brand new technology for the next generation of semiconductor manufacturing! They are seeking their first Head of Sales to join their team and support their growth. As Head of Sales, you will have proven global semiconductor equipment sales experience and be confident at developing long-term strategic relationships. This is an opportunity to be part of a story still being written in a billion-dollar industry! Home-based with regular travel to Oxford office. Head of Sales Requirements: • Relevant technical degree, or equivalent, in Electronic Engineering. • Proven global semiconductor equipment sales experience. • Ability to build long-term strategic relationships with large semiconductor corporations in Asia, Europe and USA. • Hands on sales leader – able to lead by example as well as create a sales plan and the 18-month sales forecast. • Experience of working with reps and distributors – able to develop account plans with these parties. If you are interested in finding out more, please reach out to Rebecca Goss.

Job Description Director of ERP and CRM MS Dynamics 365 - London The Director of ERP and CRM is a senior member of the IT leadership team and reports to the Senior Director of Business Applications. They will be responsible for managing Dynamics 365 F&O, D365 CRM, all associated independent software package integrated to D365 F&O and CRM. and legacy ERP applications (Navision, DataFlo) . The successful candidate will have experience working with senior management to collaborate on business objectives and solutions. They must have strong leadership skills to build and manage an effective team of analysts and developers to support the business's systems and reporting requirements. This position will be a key business partner to functions across the organization. Their team will support business application users globally and provide support with local and remote support teams. Responsibilities: • Partner with the functional leaders and their organizations to create Dynamics365 F&O and CRM roadmaps. • Oversee the successful implementation of the ERP and CRM roadmap and portfolio of projects, either directly or in conjunction with the IT PMO, that is aligned integrated with Company short term and long-term goals • Establish and lead the creation of technical SOPs and work instructions • Organize and lead a highly technical global team for scale and growth • Specify and implement standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the quality, efficiency, and reliability of business applications • Implement CSI's technology risk management framework, including Information security, privacy, and disaster recovery. • Foster a culture of trusted partnership, service, and continuous improvement • Establish and meet service level commitments to support reliable and efficient daily operations • Managing significant capital and operating budgets • Lead and coach the ERP and CRM team to their full potential and develop their careers • Support and drive process change and communication in line with Dynamics365 F&O and CRM best practice • Coordinate and contribute to end-user training, including the development of system documentation and training materials • Assist with functional specifications of customizations and integrations required for Dynamics365 F&O and CRM implementations • Provide pre-go-live and post-go-live end-user support • Serve as the lead Dynamics365 F&O and CRM technical expert on the development team • Take responsibility for the customized unit programming and overall system functionality • Work with the Project Managers, Business Analyst and Consultants to understand the business/application requirements of the assigned task • Take responsibility for delivering development tasks within agreed budgets and timelines • Creation of technical documentation for all customizations and integrations Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and capabilities: • Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal and communication skills. • Success managing complex systems implementation projects • Functional knowledge of F&O capabilities for finance, manufacturing, and supply chain • Functional knowledge of CRM capabilities for the prospect to order, marketing, and field service • Experience integrating ISVs with D365 • Experience with connecting D365 with Azure data lake • Expertise in understanding complex technology & applying it in a practical way to create business solutions Minimum Experience: • Bachelors or advanced degree in an analytic discipline such as engineering, economics, or information management • Experience designing and presenting IT solutions • In-depth knowledge of Dynamics 365 F&O and CRM (CE), including LCS, DevOps, BYOD, Dual-Write (DataVerse), RSAT • SOX, HIPAA & GDPR knowledge preferred • Senior-level application management experience (12+ years) • 12+ years of people management • 2+ years in a large international company preferred • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple demands • Proven ability to write effective system and process documentation -including business and system requirements, process diagrams, and data flow charts • Exceptional customer service skills follow up with clients and team members and takes the initiative to anticipate and solve problems • Effective time management skills • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business • Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives with a minimum of supervision • Ability to handle and resolve conflict Salary for this role will be in the range £90K - £110K plus benefits. The position will be based in Kings Cross London - with remote working until the pandemic is resolved. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Head of Engineering Salary: Up to £120,000 plus shares and benefits. Located: Cambridge We’re partnered with a leading innovative start-up within the quantum technology sector, pioneering the development of groundbreaking technology set to revolutionise quantum computing. With roots in over a decade of research at the University of Cambridge, the company is dedicated to transforming quantum computing into scalable, commercially viable solutions. They bring together diverse talents to drive technological breakthroughs, committing to shaping the future of quantum information and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in this emerging field. As the Head of Engineering will play a pivotal role in leading a multidisciplinary engineering team that includes Digital Design, Software, Electronics, Mechanical, and Nanofabrication disciplines. This leadership role involves guiding the development of cutting-edge quantum networking hardware and overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacturing and market release. Additionally, the Head of Engineering will collaborate closely with company leadership to align technical strategies with broader company goals, while mentoring the engineering teams and fostering a culture of innovation and growth within the organisation. This role offers the unique opportunity to lead at the forefront of quantum technology, directly influencing the technical roadmap and shaping the company's culture. You will collaborate with world-class research and development teams to drive groundbreaking advancements in quantum networking. As a key player in a dynamic and fast-growing startup, the Head of Engineering role promises substantial personal and professional growth opportunities, making it a highly attractive career move. Skillset/Background Required: • Extensive industry experience, with a proven track record in leading cross-disciplinary engineering teams. • Experience taking prototypes through product development, manufacturing, and release to customers, including product certification. • Familiarity with project management techniques, process and workflow management tools. • Knowledge of test-driven development processes, especially within early prototyping and R&D. • Experience in engineering best practices, with a focus on driving technical innovation while maintaining product quality. Next steps: If you’re interested in learning more click below to apply today or contact Callum Staff at IC Resources. Contact details: • Direct dial: [Telephone number removed]

Job Description Head of Digital & Data Our Client is bank based in Central London with offices across Europe. They are looking to recruit an expert candidate for the Head of Digital position - which is an exciting new position. You will have proven track of working within the banking World and delivering digital capabilities for the bank. You must have at least 5 to 10 years expertise in the digital space within the banking World. This is a senior position and will report to the Board at the bank. The Digital & Data Lead role is responsible for overseeing the strategy and development of the Bank's digital products and processes and design and implementation of Bank wide data governance framework. Playing an important role within the Bank's Digital Transformation programme, the role holder will: • Work with multi-disciplinary teams responsible for researching, designing, building and/or procuring, and releasing transformative user journeys - for both customers and employees. • Responsible for engaging collaboratively with the various business and support functions in order to ensure all interests are represented in the development of the Bank's future state digital capability and to support the adoption and embedding of new digital processes. • Define the overarching digital products and processes vision, building the roadmaps and leading the prioritisation to deliver that vision in a performant, secure and user focussed way. In doing so, ensure alignment to wider Bank strategy and ensure that maximum business value is achieved. • Accountable for delivering and then driving the continual optimisation of the digital products and processes to support the realisation of a seamless, flexible customer and colleague experience. • Responsible for design and implementation of bank wide data governance framework and ensure businesses and support functions are held accountable for ownership and maintenance of accurate data within the bank's ecosystem. • Responsible for governance, risk management and regulatory compliance activities relating to the digital products and processes under development, forging strong, effective relationships with the 1st and 2nd line control functions. • Develop an inclusive and collaborative culture where the advice and knowledge of skilled specialists around user insights, journey and UX design, technology delivery, security and infrastructure are heard and respected in order to develop highly effective digital products through a process of research, ideation and design. • Forge a strong working relationship with Technology and partner with them on the development and delivery of the digital products and processes. • Work closely with stakeholders in Group to accelerate digital development and ensure optimal ways of working. Candidate expertise: • Outstanding SME in digital product and process management and digital user experience design, within the Financial Services industry. • Customer-centric with a strong focus on end user experience and outcomes. • Demonstrable experience in the end to end lifecycle of product and process development, including managing and delivering high quality digital products and processes to end users, from ideation through to delivery, feedback and improvement. • Experience and/or a robust understanding of the bank wide processes is highly desirable. • In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies and significant experience of working within an agile environment. • High degree of proficiency in prototyping and iterative development, with experience in building product teams desirable. • Highly positive and effective leader, who actively coaches, develops, and supports team members, sharing their experience and knowledge with others. • Be driven, have high levels of personal accountability, not being afraid to be hands-on and get into the detail. • Strong influencing skills with the ability to confidently represent the Digital Product area and gain buy-in to the strategy and roadmap with a diverse set of stakeholders. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, often with competing priorities. • Have strong people skills; approachable, empathetic and able to work with people to achieve progress. • Have strong written and verbal communication skills. • A good knowledge of the Financial Services industry. • Strong awareness of the digital banking ecosystem, keeping abreast of market trends and competitor propositions. • Relevant certifications or qualifications in agile product management or aligned disciplines. • Understanding of development processes and business case development. Role requirements: • Actively Builds Relationships • Embraces Change and Technology • Creates Business Value • Role Specific Regulations • Risk Management, Governance and Controls • Consumer Duty This is a hybrid role - at least 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary will be circa £100K - £140K plus benefits - dependent on experience. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Job Description Head of Human Resources - City London Our Client is heavily involved in the electricity industry in the UK. The Client is currently looking to recruit a seasoned Human Resources professional with between 10 to 20 years proven track of working at the highest level in HR. The role is to recruit the Head of Human Resources for the company. Must have experience of managing a large in-house HR team. This will involve the usual HR functions from recruiting, disciplinary to Tupe exercises. The company employees over 3000 people across the UK. You will ideally come from the utilities arena although the Client will consider any background. Summary of what we are looking for: - someone with 10 to 15 years in HR - with the ability to manage a large HR function - company has over 3000 employees in the UK - in the utilities arena - electricity - City based - must formal HR qualifications CIPD or MCIPD Salary is £120K - £140K. Located in the City London. Please send your CV to us in Word format.

Head of Business - Elite/High PRESTIGE Edinburgh£80,000 - £100,000 per annumSolid Stable EmployerOur client, a leading automotive retailer is representing an outstanding brand/s in a prime dealer location in the Edinburgh area. They are looking to recruit a Head of Business / General Manager to lead and motivate a team of like-minded motor trade professionals working for the most sought-after brands in the world.This would make an ideal FIRST TIME Head of Business Role as it a small dealership with lots of growthThe CandidateYou must have an incredible passion for people and the drive to create a memorable customer service experience for every customer. Inspiring your small but dedicated team to improve results month on month through a hands-on approach is critical for this position.The RoleThe Head of Business leads a divisional site within a small but very prestigious automotive brand.They have overall responsibility for the strategic agenda of the business, growing sales, and leading, developing and empowering colleagues to deliver excellent customer service.They will be a brand ambassador and partner with the local community to gain a competitive advantage and increase market share.Role Requirements Strong leaders, able to communicate a vision and gain buy-in and commitment from the team, strong at developing and coaching others and creating an empowering culture.Passionate about the customer and enjoy interacting with them one to one and ensuring an unforgettable customer experience.Curious, interested in innovations in the external market and the competitor landscape, passionate about cars and learning about the automotive industry.Commercial, with an entrepreneurial spirit, owning and influencing their P&L, whilst understanding the constraints and requirements of a PLC corporate environment.Engaging, good at building rapport with individuals at all levels, able to influence others, with strong people skills. Driven, determined to succeed and competitive, with a strong work ethic.Modern in their outlook, technology and social media savvy, abreast of changing consumer expectations and IT literate.Salary & Benefits As a Head of Business, you will receive a guaranteed salary of upto £70,000 Basic plus Bonus taking you to £90-100,000 OTE. #LI-PB1

Job Description Technical Project Manager - Bank - City of London As the Technical Project Manager, you play an integral role in a high performing team to deliver technical projects on time, to budget and that achieve both the project objectives and increase internal customer satisfaction. This is a hybrid role where you apply your technical expertise in either software development or IT infrastructure projects. At times, you might need to chip in on business requirement scoping and technical delivery to get the project across the line. You leverage your project management expertise and adept communication skills to lead the end-to-end project lifecycle and by doing so, you directly shape the success of IT projects, and therefore our business. Key Responsibilities: • Maintaining high performance levels for service-related processes, and implementing improvement activities wherever necessary • Taking ownership of critical risks and issues, coordinating resolution with all appropriate constituents, and establishing effective communication between stakeholders • Developing a deep understanding of projects to gain insights into the scope of service delivery • Manage metrics reporting and analysis of business demand against capacity constraints • Manage the development and delivery of IT products utilizing Scrum and Kanban methodologies • Focus on the constant improvement of quality, speed and ensuring the team learns and gets better each sprint. • Collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and security teams to comply with established policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements • Provide communication and escalation to IT and business area management on critical issues • Foster and maintain good working relationships with business area representatives to remain in sync on direction and future delivery requests Key Requirements: • Comfortable capturing and challenging briefs to ensure we are delivering the most worthwhile solutions • Experience of leading, energising and mentoring project members • Experience in IT project delivery including managing all project phases from analysis, design, build, testing, implementation and hand over to BAU teams. • Ability to work to tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure • A high level of organisation and demonstrated skills to manage a team's capacity • Comfortable multitasking and prioritising several tasks at once • Hard-working with an outgoing and positive nature • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Technical skillsets within IT Infrastructure and Development will be mandatory Technologies: • Microsoft based environment including - MS SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, IIS, Symantec, Citrix • Network - Cisco, Palo Alto, ForcePoint, Symantec Email Security • Programming Language - T-SQL, VB.net, C#, PowerShell, ASP The Client is a bank based in the City of London. The salary for this position will be circa £60K - £70K. This is a 12 month FTC position. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Description Head of IT Infrastructure - City Our Client is looking to recruit a Head of IT Infrastructure with at least 7 to 10 years solid hands-on expertise to run the IT Infrastructure at this City based bank. Must be someone has been through the cycle from 1st to 3rd line support and subsequently moved in to project management or Head of IT Infrastructure. You will be involved with project planning and delivering upgrades to hardware and software and decisions with senior management. You must therefore be able work at all levels and understand the full project life-cycle. Must have experience of the following as a minimum: Active Directory and SCCM server management. Disaster Recovery Swift Messaging Windows Server EMC SAN Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. You will be working in a small team. Any experience from the banking World would be handy. The role will be based in the Central of London. The salary for this position will be in the range £70K - £90K plus benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Job Description Technical Project Manager - Bank - City of London As the Technical Project Manager, you play an integral role in a high performing team to deliver technical projects on time, to budget and that achieve both the project objectives and increase internal customer satisfaction. This is a hybrid role where you apply your technical expertise in either software development or IT infrastructure projects. At times, you might need to chip in on business requirement scoping and technical delivery to get the project across the line. You leverage your project management expertise and adept communication skills to lead the end-to-end project lifecycle and by doing so, you directly shape the success of IT projects, and therefore our business. Key Responsibilities: • Maintaining high performance levels for service-related processes, and implementing improvement activities wherever necessary • Taking ownership of critical risks and issues, coordinating resolution with all appropriate constituents, and establishing effective communication between stakeholders • Developing a deep understanding of projects to gain insights into the scope of service delivery • Manage metrics reporting and analysis of business demand against capacity constraints • Manage the development and delivery of IT products utilizing Scrum and Kanban methodologies • Focus on the constant improvement of quality, speed and ensuring the team learns and gets better each sprint. • Collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and security teams to comply with established policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements • Provide communication and escalation to IT and business area management on critical issues • Foster and maintain good working relationships with business area representatives to remain in sync on direction and future delivery requests Key Requirements: • Comfortable capturing and challenging briefs to ensure we are delivering the most worthwhile solutions • Experience of leading, energising and mentoring project members • Experience in IT project delivery including managing all project phases from analysis, design, build, testing, implementation and hand over to BAU teams. • Ability to work to tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure • A high level of organisation and demonstrated skills to manage a team's capacity • Comfortable multitasking and prioritising several tasks at once • Hard-working with an outgoing and positive nature • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Technical skillsets within IT Infrastructure and Development will be mandatory Technologies: • Microsoft based environment including - MS SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, IIS, Symantec, Citrix • Network - Cisco, Palo Alto, ForcePoint, Symantec Email Security • Programming Language - T-SQL, VB.net, C#, PowerShell, ASP The Client is a bank based in the City of London. The salary for this position will be circa £60K - £70K. This is a 12 month FTC position. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Description Business Analyst with HR Systems - Milton Keynes Our Client is keen to recruit a seasoned Business Analyst with 5 to 8 years proven track record of working on projects with an understanding of the full project life-cycle. Must be able to demonstrate excellent business analysis skills coupled with excellent techniques and ideally with some methodology. The Client would like to you have at least 5 years experience of working a HRIS - Human Resources Information System - ideally Cornerstone HRIS - although they will consider others. Should be confident with the ability to work well the stakeholders and to guide and lead them to successful end results. The following are some of the key points about this role: Must be able to analyse the structure of the business (integration between Marketing, Finance & Education) Identify how the business use technology and what their goals are in line with identified requirements. As-Is/To-Be process mapping Identify problems within the business relating, through data modelling techniques and process flows. Have the ability to streamline processes. You will have strong documentation management experience and skills. Communicate with senior people within the organisation. Align internal and external stakeholders of the benefits of new technology or strategies/requirements/processes. Part of this assignment will be to run workshops and training sessions in order to ensure that everyone is on board and understands the processes involved. You will have knowledge of some if not all of the following: • Finance systems and integration - tailored around the education sector • Marketing & admissions background • YoY management of enrolled children/existing pupils • Technology within education and use of VLE's • Change management expertise The Client and the role is based in Milton Keynes and there will be some travel occasionally. The salary will be dependent upon skills you bring to the table - but probably in the range £40K - £55K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your availability.

The Director of Technical Assurance & Service Improvement is responsible for ensuring that we continuously improve, refine, automate and innovate our services across the entire IT&N estate. Working with the Directors, and nominated representatives, of each tower (Service Desk & Service Management, End User Services, Hosting and Cloud, Networks, Operations and Professional Services), work to ensure that we are achieving our SLA standards and compliance across all of our technologies and services. A rewarding opportunity to play a key role as part of the IT & Networks Senior Management Team working as the Technical Assurance & Service Improvement Director reporting directly into the Managing Director - IT & Networks. - The Director of Technical Assurance & Service Improvement is responsible for ensuring that we continuously improve, refine, automate and innovate our services across the entire IT&N estate. Working with the Directors, and nominated representatives, of each tower (Service Desk & Service Management, End User Services, Hosting and Cloud, Networks, Operations and Professional Services), work to ensure that we are achieving our SLA standards and compliance across all of our technologies and services. - The Director of Technical Assurance & Service Improvement is responsible for the compliance of Capita's IT&N infrastructure with agreed SLAs, audit compliance (working with CISO), process engineering & enhancement and assurance across the platforms. Role and Responsibilities -Responsible for the delivery of technical governance for services provided to all Capita clients, provided by IT & Networks, with a focus on exceeding customer expectations. -Use data, statistics and reporting to identify key challenges and drive continuous improvement within Operations and IT&N -Ensure the day to day running of the Operations business area is effective, aligns to the business strategy, and meets customer requirements -Responsible for sharing future roadmaps and changes to the infrastructure with our clients via Service Excellence and Strategy Teams. -Provide strong technical advocacy and direction with a strong collaborative approach promoting best practices across the new Capita TSS organisation to ensure successful delivery. -Drives assurance activities to guarantee inventory accuracy across the IT & networks estate -Identifies and contributes towards process & procedural evolution and enhancement -Oversees IT & networks and ensures the relevant head of departments are keeping their risk entry's up to date -Working across the Pillar to establish an IT&N Continuous Improvement Framework to: -Promote a culture of openness and collaboration driving Continuous Improvement, (e.g., employee engagement forum) -Measure Cost of Quality, implement controls and improvements to reduce cost of poor quality, -Deliver quality excellence by assessing performance against benchmarking, -Ensure productivity is measurable and accuracy is auditable, team improvement plans are in place to drive value addressing shrinkage and cost to serve (link to objectives, performance reviews as well as L&D), -Identify, assess and develop process reengineering opportunities along with maturity metrics which improves efficiency and reduces variability, -Maximise benefit from Global delivery capabilities and automation What's in it for you? -23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave -Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks...and plenty more -Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology -The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice -Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform About Capita Technology and Software Solutions Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) is a 5000 people strong global shared service, responsible for delivering innovation and digital transformation for Capita's colleagues, businesses and clients. We design, build and run the right technical competencies and partnerships to enable Capita to deliver seamless public and cus

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for data architecture and its transformative potential? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Data Architecture to oversee and evolve our enterprise-wide data strategy and architecture practice. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Responsible for the Enterprise Data Strategy and Data Architecture principles that support Cambridge University Press & Assessment in fulfilling its mission. Communicate the goals and ambitions for our data strategy and work with the organisation to implement the necessary changes. Oversee the architecture team, ensuring the delivery of fit-for-purpose information architectures that meet both current and future needs. Lead and develop the practice of data architects, supporting career development, and building marketable skills in data architecture, data engineering, and data analysis. Be accountable for the development and maintenance of strategic and transitional data architectures. Manage and develop the data architecture team, enhancing their capabilities and supporting their career advancement. Own and maintain the architectural governance process for information and data-related changes. Design and lead data governance initiatives, including chairing the Data Council. Establish and implement data policies across the organisation. About you Proven experience in leading data architecture teams and initiatives. Strong understanding of enterprise-wide data strategies and governance. Excellent leadership and team development skills. Ability to engage and secure buy-in from organizational leadership. Experience in data policy establishment and implementation If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 5th November 2024, we will actively run interviews during the campaign and reserve the right to close the job early when the successful person is met. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Job Description Head of Architecture and Integration - London Our Client is an international investment bank based in the City London. They are now looking to recruit a Head of Architecture and Integration. You will have at least 10 plus years at a senior level in technology. Provide end-end analysis, architectural specification, guidance and review Identify options for delivering best-value solutions to meet the architectural strategy, balancing available time and resources against strategic direction and architecture Distil complex problems for analysis, assessment, presentation and resolution Support senior decision makers, and support the decision making process with consultation and in-depth expertise Document and oversee project-specific principles and guidelines for solution design, build and implementation Produce architecture and design documents such as process, data and interaction models, to clearly articulate the proposed architectural solution Support the solution design for the project, by providing guidance to build and implementation teams Help maintain and extend the relevant enterprise architectural models. Must have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering qualification (or higher or equivalent) Experience of working in an investment bank in a variety of technical roles. The Client is based in the City of London. The salary for this role will be very competitive. Please send your CV in Word format along with salary and availability.

My client is an innovative start-up shaping the future of radio chips for navigation systems. They are now seeking their next Characterisation Engineer to develop high quality test plans under various conditions. Key Responsibilities for the Characterisation Engineer: • Execute and develop automated test plans to asses under varying conditions. • Collect, manage, and visualise data to verify RF performance across temperature, voltage, and process scenarios. • Collaborate closely with internal teams to meet product specifications and troubleshoot testing challenges. • Configure, operate, and document test equipment and procedures for performance characterisation. Key Requirements for the Characterisation Engineer: • Knowledge of RF circuits and oscillators. • Proven experience in characterising mixed-signal devices and troubleshooting test processes. • Proficient in Python, data visualisation tools, and version control systems. • Hands-on experience with lab equipment and protocols experience. To apply for this Characterisation Engineer position in more detail, contact Ammar.