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We are looking for an Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager who will support within this accounting and financial reporting team in the Milton Keynes office. You will be required to assist the Department Head in day-to-day management as well as managing your own portfolio of not-for-profit clients. You will take an active role in the growth of the department through identification of opportunities and associated business development activities.
You'll make an impact by:

• Managing a portfolio of not-for-profit clients, always providing a premium service, whilst taking an active role in the growth of the department through the identification of opportunities and associated business development activities.
• Providing GAAP support and advisory services to clients, supporting (non-Audit) clients through their audit process.
• Having a strong awareness of FRS102, FRS101 and Companies Act reporting requirements.
• Managing relevant teams' performance, ensuring appropriate objectives set and development plans in place for junior members.
  
  

The ideal candidate:

• ACA or ACCA fully qualified, with at least three years PQE and one year experience of managing a full portfolio of clients.
• Strong managerial skills and technical skills, with knowledge of FRS 102 and Companies Act reporting.
• In depth understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.
• Experience of managing a portfolio of clients within the not-for-profit sector.

Offering a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and flexible working (3 days per week in the office).
• 26 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.

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We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and self-motivated Teacher of Religious Education to join our client school's wonderful Humanities department. Our client is seeking a teacher with enthusiasm and passion for Religious Studies, who will be required to teach across KS3, KS4, and KS5 to a diverse range of student abilities.

Our client school is proud of the unrivalled educational experience they offer. You will benefit from forward-thinking and supportive leadership, an encouraging and enthusiastic staff body, and enterprising students. The academy boasts state-of-the-art facilities, fit for all your teaching needs.
If you want to grow and develop in a fast-paced, dynamic, and successful academy, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Duties

• Develop, plan, and deliver effective and high-quality learning experiences to all students.
• Be an aspirational professional who is enthusiastic, influential, and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners.
• Set high expectations for all pupils, deepen their knowledge and understanding, and maximize their achievement.
• Assess pupils' work systematically and use the results to inform future planning, teaching, and curricular development.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (ability to teach KS5 is admirable).
• A 'can do' attitude and a commitment to inclusive education.
• Good behaviour management skills and a solid understanding of the Religious Studies curriculum for KS3 and KS4.
• Resilience, hard work, and experience in a diverse, fast-paced, multi-cultural school with good behaviour management.
• Ability to deliver high-quality lessons, evaluate their impact, and develop future planning accordingly.
• Alignment with the school's vision and values.
• Alignment with the school's approach to teaching and learning
• Excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Passion, creativity, and energy towards your subject area and educating young people.

Join our client school and be part of a community that values education and strives for excellence. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of their students!

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We are delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a talented and self-motivated Teacher of English to join our client school's dynamic department. Our client is particularly searching for a teacher who is an outstanding, reflective, and creative classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire enthusiasm for the subject beyond the classroom.

Our client school seeks a teacher who can bring stimulating and engaging experiences to their students, challenging them to exceed their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners.This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed, friendly, and professional team of teachers providing a transformational quality of education to the pupils in a thriving school. The school values aspiration, endeavour, and respect, underpinned by high expectations and drive in everything they do. They have a powerful culture that is warm but strict, based on clear routines, systems, and structures. As a result, teachers enjoy their teaching with impeccable behaviour in lessons and hardworking, highly motivated pupils.

Joining our client school as a Teacher of English is a fantastic opportunity to be part of their story - providing transformational experiences for thousands of pupils, developing staff to be the very best they can be, and influencing the wider system by demonstrating first-hand what is achievable.

Key Duties

• Develop, plan, and deliver effective and high-quality learning experiences to all students.
• Be an aspirational professional who is enthusiastic, influential, and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners.
• Set high expectations for all pupils, deepen their knowledge and understanding, and maximise their achievement.
• Assess pupils' work systematically and use the results to inform future planning, teaching, and curricular development.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified teacher status and experience delivering excellent English lessons.
• A willingness and commitment to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice.
• The ability to work in partnership with students, parents, staff, academy council, and the wider community.
• A demonstrable commitment to inclusive teaching and learning.
• The appropriate motivation to work with young people.
• The ability to use data to inform target setting and planning.

Join our client school and be part of a community that values education and strives for excellence. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of their students!

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An exciting opportunity for an Interim HR Change Manager. Our public sector client is seeking an experienced Interim HR Change Manager to lead the implementation of the People Services review. This role focusses on high-impact, cost-effective change to ensure alignment with future needs and financial constraints.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Implementation:
  Drive the People Services review, focusing on impactful and cost-effective solutions.
• Project Planning:
  Develop and deliver a clear, actionable project plan with defined milestones and deliverables based on the review's recommendations.
• Process Improvement:
  Streamline recruitment and employee relations processes, reducing manual interventions and improving response times.
• Streamline policies, procedures, and systems to reduce bureaucratic processes and improve service delivery.
• Digitisation:
  Launch the digitisation of key manual processes, reducing paper-based forms and automating workflows.
• System Utilisation:
  Ensure full utilisation of the iTrent HR system, including setting up self-service functionalities for line managers to reduce the burden on HR staff.
• Use a Stop-Start-Continue framework to identify and reduce low-value activities, focusing on high-impact practices.
• Conduct an efficiency review to eliminate non-value-adding tasks, allowing employees to focus on priority activities.
• Develop and execute a communication plan with engagement sessions for key stakeholders, ensuring support for transformation initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in an HR change management role within the public sector.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• You will ideally be MCIPD Qualified or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in using HR systems, iTrent would be advantageous.

What you need to do now
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Job Title: Insights & Analysis - Business Analyst -EPM
AstraZeneca is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science. The ambition, size and complexity of the organisation, coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology, has led the Board to approve a large-scale transformation programme - Axial.Axial will be powered by S/4HANA a new Enterprise Resource Planning system which will be implemented across the organisation. We will be transforming the way we work through our entire supply chain, from bench to patient.
The new system will be used by more than 20,000 employees daily and will be central to most core business processes. This is a once in a generation programme for AstraZeneca and will shape our ways of working globally.
The Axial Insights & Analysis team is leading the roadmap and delivery of analytics and AI delivery from an end-user perspective.
What you will do:

• Collaborate with multiple business teams and senior leaders within Finance groups, to gather requirements, existing challenges and business opportunities. This will involve proactively running workshops, interviews, surveys etc.
• Produce demo material and art of the possible material to give our users and stakeholders a vision of the future.
• Work with IT and business teams to stress test our architectural assumptions.
• Lead the integration of analytics and AI into business processes, where possible automating decision making.
• Be engaged in data management work such as: design of an analytics catalogue, promoting data literacy, participating in analytics governance forums and being the champion for citizen data services.
• Prepare material, tools, sample data, and processes for Fit-2-Standard workshops.
• Contribute to the analytics and AI operating model.
• Identify learning and development needs.

Essential Qualifications:

• Strong business analysis experience and knowledge of analytics
• Clear communications
• Strong stakeholder experience required in engaging internal & external stakeholders
• Considerable exposure to ECC finance reporting especially in CCA PCA CO-PA PS
• Experience in one or more full S/4 HANA implementation cycles
• Experience in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) reporting Stories
• Experience in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning use

Technical or configurations skills are not required for this position. It is a hands-off role involving no technical configuration.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in other Financial planning tools like SAP BPC ,Hyperion, Anaplan and business planning cycle of long-term planning & mid-term planning
• Jira
• Bio-Tech, Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences experience

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, enabling us to proactively take initiatives, speak up and see first-hand the difference we've made. We are trusted and empowered to be creative, solving problems by taking risks with science as our guardrail. We embrace continuous change and improvement, encouraged to think differently and develop game-changing ideas. We are fundamentally changing the way cancer is treated through innovation.

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This firm is growing! As they continue to grow, they want someone to not only get the work done, but embrace the new technology and efficiencies that the accountancy world now brings. You will be someone to help propel this growth, a self-starter, someone that is passionate, dedicated, and motivated, who will strive to want more and progress their career even further.You will be provided with transparent future career progression and goals from the start, and as they grow, you'll grow with them.

* Manage a portfolio of clients independently
* Managing a member of the team, reviewing their work, and ensuring work is completed to the required standards and timelines.
* Assisting with the onboarding of new clients and continued growth of the firm.
* Meeting with clients to address tax planning strategies and provide professional advice.

* ACCA/ACA qualified, finalists considered.
* Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in a public accountancy practice.
* Experience managing and reviewing junior team members.
* Experience of TaxCalc preferrable but not required.
* Experience of Xero and Dext.
* Organised, proactive, self-motivated, hungry to learn and progress.

This is a friendly, young, fun driven team. They are proactive, with a supportive atmosphere with strong career progression and future goals.
This firm are experiencing growth because of the great work that they do, and need someone to help support the growth, and help push this growth even further.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced ITSM Consultant with a focus on Service Level Management and Measurement and Reporting to lead the design and implementation of these practices for a prestigious client. This role will involve establishing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) aligned with business services, underpinning agreements, and Experience Level Agreements (XLAs) to enhance the overall IT service experience. Additionally, you will develop a Reporting and Measurement Framework that provides the necessary visibility for effective management and continuous improvement.
Your Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overall mission of the practice, including its roadmap, goals, and objectives to all stakeholders.
• Align, document, and maintain policies, processes, and procedures, ensuring regular reviews are conducted.
• Resolve any cross-functional issues that may arise.
• Lead the creation and agreement of all SLAs, XLAs, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and Critical Success Factors (CSFs) for all practices.
• Coordinate design and build activities within a multivendor environment.
• Support the RFP and contracting processes related to all Underpinning Contracts (UCs) and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs).
• Apply organisational design principles to Service Level Management and Measurement and Reporting.
• Assist in identifying Service Owners to lead and manage SLAs.
• Ensure consistent service delivery across the organisation, integrating with other processes, systems, teams, and roles.
• Establish a Measurement and Reporting Model for all Digital & Technology (D&T) that provides a clear overview of reporting across the IT enterprise.
• Create and operate a Governance Model for Service Level Management.
• Implement monitoring, measurement, and reporting systems for practice performance, presenting insights to senior management.
• Foster a culture of continual improvement within Service Level Management and Measurement and Reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong understanding of ITIL Best Practices (V3 / ITIL4). Minimum ITIL Foundation certification.
• Proven leadership experience in defining/strategising, designing, and establishing a Service Level Management and Measurement and Reporting Practice.
• In-depth knowledge of the role of Service Level Management and Measurement and Reporting within enterprise environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders at various levels.
• Experience in dynamic operational settings with evolving timelines and requirements.
• Familiarity with enterprise Service Management solutions, Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) and User Experience (UX) solutions, and Reporting and Analytic Tools.
• Experience with BMC Helix and ITSM Toolsets/Ticketing Systems
  
  
  

What you'll get in return

• Initial 6 Months contract with the opportunity for extension
• Competitive daily rate outside IR35
• Hybrid working available

What you need to do now


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Your new company
We are seeking a knowledgeable ITSM Consultant with a focus on Service Desk and Request Management to lead the design and implementation of these practices for a prestigious client. This role will involve establishing a new service desk that enhances user experience through innovative channels and developing a Request Catalogue that improves access to services for the user community.
Your responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overall mission of the practices, including the roadmap, goals, and objectives.
• Create a comprehensive roadmap for the Service Desk, considering B2B, Shared Service, and B2C models.
• Align, document, and maintain policies, processes, and procedures, ensuring regular reviews are conducted.
• Design and develop a Request Catalogue aimed at automating service delivery wherever possible.
• Establish a governance framework for handling non-standard requests.
• Resolve cross-functional issues as they arise.
• Support the selection and onboarding of a new Service Desk.
• Coordinate design and build activities within a multivendor environment.
• Assist in the RFP and contracting processes for Service Desk, ITSM, and SIAM services as needed.
• Apply organisational design principles to Service Desk and Request Management.
• Ensure consistent service delivery across the organisation, integrating with other processes, systems, teams, and roles.
• Establish monitoring, measurement, and reporting systems for practice performance, presenting insights to senior management.
  
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong understanding of ITIL Best Practices (V3 / ITIL4). Minimum ITIL Foundation certification.
• Proven leadership experience in defining/strategising, designing, and establishing a Service Desk and Request Practice.
• In-depth knowledge of the role of Service Desk and Request Management within enterprise environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including C-Level executives.
• Experience in dynamic operational settings with evolving timelines and requirements.
• Familiarity with enterprise Service Management solutions, particularly Service Desk channels, AI/ML, automation, and user experience/customer experience integrations.
  
  
  

What you'll get in return

• An initial 6-month contract with the view for extensions
• Competitive daily rate Outside IR35 (via Ltd company)
• Hybrid working available

What you need to do now
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Your new role
We are looking for a skilled ITSM Consultant with expertise in Incident, Monitoring, and Event Management to spearhead the design and implementation of these practices for a prestigious client. This position will focus on creating effective Event Plans, driving performance improvements, and developing a comprehensive Practice Roadmap. Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Define and communicate the overall mission of the practice, including its roadmap, goals, objectives, and service definitions to all stakeholders.
• Align, document, and maintain policies, processes, and procedures, ensuring regular reviews are conducted.
• Address and resolve any cross-functional issues that arise.
• Lead the development and agreement of relevant data models.
• Support and inform about the RFP process.
• Deliver an Enterprise Event Plan and Architecture.
• Promote the integration of automation and AI into operational processes.
• Focus specifically on Major Incident Management.
• Apply organisational design principles to Incident and Monitoring and Event Management.
• Ensure consistent service delivery across the organisation, integrating with other processes, systems, teams, and roles.
• Establish monitoring, measurement, and reporting systems for practice performance, presenting insights to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed

• ITIL Certification, foundation v3/v4 being a minimum
• Proven leadership experience in establishing an Incident and Monitoring and Event Management practice.
• Experience in fast-paced operational settings with evolving timelines and requirements.
• Familiarity with enterprise Service Management solutions and Event Management/Observability tooling, including AI/ML and automation integration.
• Experience with BMC Helix and ITSM toolsets/ticketing systems

What you'll get in return

• An initial 6-month contract with the opportunity for extension
• Hybrid working
• A competitive daily rate outside IR35

What you need to do now
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We are looking for an experienced full-time administrator to join our friendly team. IT is at the heart of the role and the main responsibilities are below.
Main Responsibilities (but not limited to):
* Data entry using Microsoft Excel, Word, and a variety of in-house software packages.
* Produce reports and letters using bespoke software.
* Accurately adding new clients to our CRM system and amending client details.
* Assist with social media and marketing.
* Managing the company email inbox.
* Greeting clients and visitors on arrival.
* Receiving and dealing with telephone calls, taking accurate messages, and actioning as necessary.
* Deal with answer machine messages.
* Processing client disbursements.
* Provide administrative support for the whole Company including typing letters, reports, accounts, and other documents.
* Receiving, recording, and distributing incoming mail. Ensuring outgoing mail is recorded, franked, and sent appropriately.
* Managing the register for client records.
* Taking card payments for client invoices.
* Jointly responsible for off-site archive records.
* Photocopying, scanning, and filing as required.
* Joint Fire Officer and First Aider (training will be provided).
* Other duties as requested, including covering colleague's roles when absent.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Must display a modern approach to operating in the IT environment.
* Multi disciplined approach to work, must be adaptable.
* Motivated with a dynamic and innovative approach to work.
* Taking pride in work and ensuring accurate work is produced at all times.
* Team work is vital as well as the ability to work independently too
* Will have social media and marketing skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong and accurate data entry skills and the ability to manage databases.
* Strong IT skills and confident using a range of programmes including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and bespoke software.
* Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
* The ability to work to tight deadlines and multitask.
* Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner with clients, both over the telephone and face to face
* 2 years + admin experience is essential.
* GCSE English and Maths grade 4 + (or equivalent). An IT qualification is desirable.
What our client can offer:
* Pension scheme.
* City Centre location.
* Contribution towards cost of car parking.
* A day off for your birthday in addition to annual leave entitlement.
* Client/staff referral commission.
* Bonus scheme, subject to criteria.
* Salary is market rate depending on experience and will be discussed at interview.
What you need to do now
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An exciting opportunity for a permanent L&D Advisor - Facilitator. Do you thrive in an environment that values continuous learning and development? My client is seeking a commercial and experienced Learning & Development (L&D) Facilitator to join their dedicated team.About the Role:As an L&D Facilitator, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of continuous learning across their residential homes. You will deliver engaging and interactive training, support home-based coaching initiativees, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure their colleagues have the skills and knowledge to deliver the highest standard of care to their residents. Your contribution will directly impact the professional development of our teams and improve the quality of care they provid.Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate dynamic, interactive learning sessions that inspire and empower care staff.
• Deliver training using diverse methods, including in-person workshops, virtual sessions, and blended learning approaches.
• Create inclusive, collaborative learning environments that encourage critical thinking and skill mastery.
• Provide one-on-one and group coaching to reinforce learning and promote professional growth.
• Build supportive relationships with residential homes to understand their unique learning needs and improve care delivery.
• Support and mentor colleagues in coaching roles within residential homes.
• Conduct Training Needs Analysis to identify gaps in skills and knowledge within residential homes.
• Collaborate with the L&D Manager and L&D team to design, develop, and implement tailored learning programs.
• Utilise instructional design expertise to create engaging and effective training materials.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning interventions through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.
• Use data-driven insights to continuously enhance learning and development strategies, ensuring measurable improvements.
• Implement coaching strategies.

• You must have a full clean driving licence and be happy to travel on average 4 days per week with regular overnight stays, travel required to Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, High Wycombe, and Oxfordshire.

Benefits:
£5,000 car allowance and company mileage claim back
Pension
Private Healthcare
Discounts portal
25 days holiday + bank holidays

About You:

• You must have experience as an L&D Advisor / Specialist who has managed the end-end L&D cycle, TNA, designing, developing, and delivering training programs, both in-person and virtually.
• You must hold a training qualification.
• You must have a full clean driving licence and be happy to travel on average 4 days per week with regular overnight stays.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
Hays Senior Finance are working with an SME company in Skegness to recruit a Management Accountant
Your new role
Reporting to the Managing Director (finance trained), you will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts including group consolidation, quarterly VAT returns, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, analysis, payroll, stock, looking after insurances and utilities and supporting the production of the group's statutory accounts as well as supervising a small team.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be AAT, part-qualified, qualified by experience or a qualified Accountant used to working in an SME environment. You will have experience of producing management accounts, VAT returns, helping to create and manage budgets, UK GAAP, double entry bookkeeping, consolidations. You will have good IT skills, including Excel. Exposure to Sage 200 would be beneficial. You will be a team player, a self-starter, able to work on your own initiative, able to develop ideas and influence colleagues. You will have strong attention to detail, be articulate and have strong communication skills. You will be living in an easy commute of the Skegness area as the role is fully office based.
What you'll get in return
Long term stable role
Free parking
Interesting, varied role

What you need to do now
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Your new company
Our client is a leading technology company based in Milton Keynes. They are known for their innovative solutions and dynamic work environment. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a proactive and adaptable Marketing Assistant to cover maternity leave as a 6-month FTC.

Your new role
As a Marketing Assistant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining established marketing practices, responding to internal and external requests, and working closely with C-suite executives. Your responsibilities will include managing marketing tasks, executing campaigns, creating marketing collateral, updating the website and intranet, coordinating with PR agencies, supporting sales and partner engagements, and conducting market research.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong copywriting skills and a basic understanding of marketing principles.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, face-to-face, and over the phone).
• Proficiency in editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) are highly desirable.
• Proactive, organised, and motivated with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• The client is looking for someone local to the Milton Keynes area who can easily commute.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced SaaS technology environment, working closely with senior executives. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and make a significant impact. You'll be part of an innovative team in Milton Keynes, with the convenience of a local commute.

What you need to do now
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Role Over
We are seeking a Principal Technical Architect to join our client's growing technology team. This senior role is essential for guiding the organisation's technology strategy and involves direct reporting to senior leadership. The Principal Technical Architect will oversee a team of technical architects, ensuring the design and implementation of modern technology solutions that align with strategic objectives. Additionally, this role will serve as a deputy to senior management, participating in high-level discussions and decision-making processes.
Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Governance:
  
  • Chair the Design Authority, ensuring that architectural standards are upheld, and best practices are communicated across the organisation.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of technical architects, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance technology performance, availability, and reduce time to market.
• Architectural Development:
  
  • Lead the development and implementation of an Enterprise Architecture Practice (EAP), including policies, processes, and reusable design patterns to minimise technical debt and improve user experience.
  • Drive the creation of CI/CD (DevSecOps) capabilities, automating workflows to streamline transitions from non-production to production environments while ensuring security compliance.
  • Implement advanced cyber defence mechanisms to address active risks and establish a zero-trust architecture across platforms.
  • Oversee the transition to public cloud services, redesigning capabilities to leverage cloud-native features effectively.
• Technical Assurance & Engagement:
  
  • Provide technical assurance across multidisciplinary teams, addressing complex business and technical challenges effectively.
  • Engage in presales activities, designing solutions that meet client needs and presenting these solutions to stakeholders.
  • Act as the technical lead for bids and ITT submissions, ensuring proposals are comprehensive, competitive, and aligned with client requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Active SC or be eligible to undergo a high level security clearance e.g. UK Citizenship
• Relevant industry certifications such as ITIL, AGILE, TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to develop and implement technology strategies and policies that align with governmental standards.
• Project experience in designing: migrations to public cloud environments (particularly with M365 and AWS), automation of platforms/products/services, server/operating system/network technologies, and VMware virtualisation platforms (such as VCF, VCD, VSAN, and NSX).
• Familiarity with SASE architecture, as well as Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, is essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships across various disciplines and stakeholders.
• Proficient in documentation and time management, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• A thorough understanding of cloud technologies, including experience with Microsoft 365 and AWS, as well as knowledge of security frameworks and best practices.
  

What you'll get in return

• 6-Month Contract
• £620 - 730 per day rate Outside IR35
• Hybrid work available at their Milton Keynes office

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company
Hays Recruitment are recruiting for an exciting opportunity as a Senior Quality Engineer with our client, a leading manufacturer and distributor in the electrical products sector. Specialising in wiring accessories, LED lighting, safety alarms, and cables, the client has established itself as a trusted name with a turnover of several million in the UK. They are known for their commitment to quality and innovation, supplying products that are widely specified by housing developers and distributed through electrical wholesalers.

Your new role
In your capacity as a Senior Quality Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing product quality. You'll be responsible for monitoring product performance, investigating quality issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement effective solutions. This role involves managing quality assurance processes and overseeing various inspections and audits, ensuring that the clients' products consistently meet and exceed industry standards.
The role will be office based, working 37.5hrs per week.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring product quality and reporting to the Management Team.
• Investigating product quality issues to establish root causes and liaising with Product Engineers and the factory to implement improvements.
• Timely resolution of quality issues through robust root cause analysis and implementation of permanent and preventative corrective actions.
• Providing Quality Engineering support for the development of FMEA's, quality control, and test plans as part of the product Life Cycle Management process.
• Reviewing customer complaints as necessary.
• Managing Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), including factory self PDI's, the clients China Quality Engineers, and 3rd Party PDI's.
• Managing and undertaking Goods Inwards (GI) inspections to ensure product specifications are met.
• Quality control of products being reworked, writing rework instructions, and ensuring adherence.
• Managing factory desktop or 3rd party audits, including ethical audits, and instructing the Far East team in factories manufacturing the products.
• Leading the management of Quality Assurance and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you will need:

• A strong background in Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance, ideally within the electrical sector.
• Familiarity with both electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Proficiency in report writing, particularly in creating 8D reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Experience with electrical installation products will be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with a methodical and organised mindset.

What you'll get in return
The role offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package. You will have the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and innovative work environment. Joining their dynamic team will enable you to significantly contribute to quality initiatives and be part of an organisation committed to excellence.

• Competitive salary ranging from £48,000 to £50,000 per annum
• 25 days paid holiday annually
• 6% pension contributions
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading company.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on 01603 580180 and speak to Garry.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk