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Application Support with FX Options Our Client is looking to recruit an experienced Application Support Specialist FX Options to join their team in the City London. You will be providing essential support for their FX Options trading platform and ensure the smooth operation of our trading and support systems. Purpose of role: • Provide day-to-day support for our FX Options trading platform, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and user assistance. • Collaborate with the IT team to deploy, configure, and maintain the FX Options trading applications and associated infrastructure. • Monitor system performance, identify potential issues, and implement proactive measures to ensure high availability and reliability. • Act as a primary point of contact for traders and other end users, addressing their technical queries and concerns promptly and effectively. • Investigate and diagnose software and hardware issues, escalating complex problems to senior IT staff or vendors when necessary. • Work closely with development teams to analyze and document system requirements as well as contribute to the design and implementation of enhancements or fixes. • Conduct system testing and participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure the quality and functionality of the applications. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and support procedures. Requirements: • Proven experience in a similar role, providing application support for financial systems. • Strong knowledge of FX Options trading concepts and terminology including currency pairs, spot, forwards, options, and market conventions. • Proficiency in supporting and troubleshooting Windows applications. • Solid understanding of database concepts and SQL query language. • Strong knowledge of AWS/Azure. • Familiarity with FIX protocol and experience with FIX connectivity troubleshooting. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment. • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical users. • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. The Client is based in the City of London. The salary for this position with be in the range £70K - £110K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Support Engineer with 1 and 2 Level Support Our Client is a very successful bank with offices across Europe and the Middle East. The Client is looking to recruit a 1st & 2nd Line IT Support Engineer for the Bank’s Mayfair London office. You will have at least 3 to 5 years experience of 1 and 2 Level Support as an Engineer. Covering a range of various duties from; Desktop and Mobile support, to supporting our 150 + User base with 5-days a week onsite support with very limited to zero working from home, AV Support and other IT side-desk tasks. Your role will also allow you to work and learn from our Infrastructure, Communications, iSeries and Development Teams – semi-involved with various streams of IT work for 2024 (new imaging process – new ITSM tool – and many more projects coming in 2024). Main skills for the position: Required to cover onsite IT Support – Monday to Friday between our business hours of 08:00am -> 17:30pm (UK). As we work closely with our parent company in the Middle East and our European Branches, we require supporting ad-hoc out of hours support on Bank Holidays/Weekends which is rota based between the engineers in the team. • 1st and 2nd Line Troubleshooting / Root-Cause Analysis, Documentation write ups for Knowledge Base Articles • Be an integral part of the Support team in supporting and delivering all aspect of services and full range of client support including, but not limited to: Workstation Imaging, Hardware Configurations, Deployment of Software and Hardware, AD Management, Asset Management, Ticket Queuing Management and general overall efficiency to deliver the best service we can to our Users. • Be the face and central point of all incoming IT queries and issues, with following ITIL best practice to ensure we always deliver high-standards of operations • Liaise with colleagues in London, Europe and Jordan (middle-east) and external support / 3rd party to deliver resolutions for complex matters as we’re in the process of many IT migration projects from legacy to new as well as life cycling projects • Ensure all key data for the Bank's IT is up-to-date, relevant and maintenance to high-level, to comply with the Bank’s auditing principals and processes. • Ensure the Support Team achieve SLA targets the business outlines and be part of a proficient and proactive Support Unit • Ability to educate and support User bases of varied level of IT knowledge • High standard support for our VIPs (C – Level and Heads of Departments) Technical Skills Required: • Exposure to Market Data, Bloomberg, Trader Support (bonus) • Microsoft Windows (all versions) experience to a high level (troubleshoot and effectively resolve issues by research/using knowledge bases in a confident way). • Active Directory to a medium-high level - security groups, administration/deployment, LDAP, ADSI. • Know-how of Citrix XenApps – Administration, Maintenance and Support of existing Citrix XenApps server farm • Windows Server Environment 2012/2016 - design, deployment, maintenance and support. • Networking - design/troubleshoot/installation (DNS – DHCP – VLAN – Proxy Understanding - TCP/IP and OSI) to a moderate to advance level • PowerShell to a moderate level • VPN troubleshooting and Support understanding necessary. • Router maintenance - wireless configuration, installation and setups This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary will be negotiable in the range £30K - £40K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period/availability.

RPG Analyst Programmer with Misys Equation Our Client is looking to recruit an RPG4/400 Analyst Programmer with at least 5 to 8 years experience of developing with RPG coupled with at least 5 years experience of Misys Equation. Must have the following skills: Analysis of issues pertaining to problems or errors raised by in-house systems, i.e. Misys Equation end of day cycle, Equation interfaces. Understanding business requirements in order to develop and deliver appropriate solutions based on system definition documents. Proficiency in 4GL and 3GL programming languages and able to apply to the fully development life-cycle. Misys Equation: High level of proficiency in RPG Programming and Equation APIs. In-depth knowledge of the Equation environment. Building of in-house reports in RPG. Maintenance of all in-house programmes in the Equation end of day cycle. To be the first point of contact for issues with the Equation end of day cycle including out of office hours support. To provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. To be able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. To take ownership of a problem and deliver a solution in a timely manner. Other: To support the Swift environment during periods of staff absence. To support the AML system through completing daily processes, e.g. fault finding, daily backups, etc. ESSBASE, maintenance and development. Occasional requirement for expansion of the dimensions within the database cube, including change, testing and sign-off. Business Continuity:  Fulfil all prescribed business continuity requirements as set out in the organisational or departmental specific plans or as instructed by the line manager/Head of Department. Qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required: Qualifications/Experience Must have Degree level qualified or equivalent. Experience of SQL Programming coupled with RPG and CL programming. Any experience of developing with C# would be very useful. Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Equation APIs and system modules. Salary will be in the range £45K - £55K The Client is based in the city London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Operations Platforms and Security Lead In summary the Client is looking to recruit an all-round individual with expert knowledge and hands-on experience of IT Infrastructure coupled with Security, Compliance & Risk Management You must have upwards of 10 years hands-on expertise in IT Infrastructure combined with Security and Risk – ideally from within the banking or insurance sector. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver a high-quality Global IT services. Working in line with the Architecture defined IT principle of a "buy before build" environment, the individual will need to ensure that outsourced and cloud-based services are robust, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs and the Strategic IT vision. They will also play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity, protecting data and systems, driving transformative operational change, enhancing IT processes and ensuring compliance with governance bodies and industry regulations. Due to the nature of the role, complexity of the estate, current transformation activities and team size, the role requires the functional capability and proficiency to technically augment the team capabilities (when required) and have a detailed knowledge of technical IT support roles/services as a requirement, across multiple technical areas. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. The Client is a financial organisation based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in IT or similar. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. 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FIS Integrity Treasury Systems Support Analyst Our Client is in the process of implementing a Treasury System from FIS called Integrity. You must have at least 2 to 4 years experience of working with and supporting FIS Integrity’s Treasury System. The Client may consider experience of FIS Quantum as well. Any software development skills with C# .net, C++ and SQL Server would be very useful for this role. This will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £65K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

BI BA – Business Analyst with Business Intelligence Our Client is a leader in the pharmaceutical world globally. They are looking to recruit a BI Business Analyst with at least 5 to 10 years proven expertise. This role will be working very closely with the finance division and therefore requires you to have very good understanding of the processes within the finance division particularly in manufacturing. You will be responsible for producing financial reports as a BI Business Analyst. Power BI dashboards, SSRS reports, datasets for Excel and Access and SQL Server This is a 6 months assignment. The Client is based in Southampton – and although you can work remotely for the foreseeable future, there will be a need to attend meetings at the office on a regular basis. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Infrastructure Engineer (SAN / VMware) Manchester £45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits Excellent opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with strong SAN and VMware experience to join a growing team within a large, multi-site environment. This role will suit someone who enjoys working with enterprise storage, on-prem infrastructure, building systems from scratch and playing a key role in project delivery rather than purely BAU support. This organisation is a well-established UK business operating across secure and highly regulated environments, with a significant national presence. They are investing in their infrastructure team, adding engineers to support growth and ongoing improvements across a large estate of over 90 sites and 1,000+ servers. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering infrastructure projects and supporting core systems across a predominantly on-prem environment. A major focus of the position is managing and supporting SAN / enterprise storage platforms, alongside VMware virtual infrastructure, Active Directory and wider server technologies. Around 80% of the role is project-based, giving you the opportunity to be involved in real upgrades, migrations and improvement work across the business. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise infrastructure environments, particularly with SAN / storage platforms, VMware and on-prem systems. You will be comfortable working across physical and virtual environments, have solid Active Directory experience, and ideally some exposure to cloud technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where you can take ownership of infrastructure projects, develop your technical skills, and work within a business that values practical, hands-on engineering expertise. The Role: Support, administer and optimise SAN / enterprise storage environments Manage VMware infrastructure including hosts, clusters, datastores and performance Deliver infrastructure projects across 90+ sites (approx. 80% project work) Build, install and configure servers and infrastructure from the ground up Support and maintain Active Directory and core Microsoft environments Assist with cloud and hybrid infrastructure where required Carry out firmware upgrades, patching and lifecycle management Ensure systems are secure, stable and operating effectively The Person: Strong hands-on infrastructure experience in an enterprise environment Proven SAN / storage experience (key requirement) Strong VMware administration experience Solid Active Directory experience Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS beneficial Experience with physical servers, racks and on-prem environments Full UK driving licence Able to obtain SC clearance Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Senior Microsoft Dynamics D365 CE Developer Lead the ongoing development for the Global MS Dynamics CRM platform. Develop solutions to varied complexity levels for requirements from the global business Maintain a high-quality platform by with solutions developed in line with coding standard Design and implement MS Dynamics CRM solutions to be fully compliant with Client’s business processes and requirements Design, code, test CRM application modules that meet Architecture Blueprint specification Use your deep and extensive knowledge of JScript, PowerApps, C#, .NET Core, and SQL Server, to further enhance the current solution to meet ongoing business requirements Participate in execution and documentation of tests ensuring that an application or architecture meets agreed Quality standards Ensure the implementation of best practices based on Microsoft Dynamics standards and supported configuration/customisations Evangelise the Dynamics core features and functionalities to support business decision making process Seek opportunities to continuously improve the Dynamics solution for the schools across all regions You will have 5+ years development in JS, C#. NET, SQL, PowerApps (1-2 yrs) 5+ years with all Dynamics areas (CRM, Marketing, Customer Service, Portal) Experience of process alignment to out of box functionality Configuration/customisation, Testing and debugging Development tools (Visual Studio) Excellent interpersonal skills English as primary language Experience in global delivery environment and working within a remote-teams. Experience of education sector and of DevOps with documenting solution design (High/low level) Must have MS Dynamics CRM Certifications along with a Degree in Information Systems or equivalent. The salary for this role will be circa £50K - £55K. The position will be based in Milton Keynes. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Senior Technical Java and C# .net Software Developer We are currently recruiting a Java with C# .net Senior Software Developer – who can be the lead in the team. You must have at least 5 to 7 years proven track record of developing software with Java and C# .net framework coupled with SQL Server. Ability to own and drive forward Omni channel technical solutions and technical architecture from an IT perspective (with direction from Head of IM, Consumer & Brands) o Ownership of FM Digital Technical architecture including the ongoing review of overall FM Omni technical design, structure and future-fit. Project lead on any future re-platforming for FM.com. o To be the technology lead managing the ‘day to day’ from a technical perspective o Ensure all technical solutions are best-in-class, future-proofed and align to the wider DBIM vision / strategy (e.g. liaise with wider IM on Security, release processes etc) § For example for the FM global single customer view project, the role would provide all technical advice on architecture, user stories, technical specs and DB IM sign-offs Technical lead for all 3rd party solution providers: a) Salesforce b) Booking Bug c) Shopify. Ensure that all OmniChannel products are working together/integrated as needed to allow single consumer tracking and global database. o Technical lead for China Retail Salesforce integration / WeChatify / Social CRM o Data Management Platform (DMP) technical lead o B2B FMJ / FMD Management CRM (India) technical lead to work with DBIM to ensure that project is delivered + technical specification. o Salesforce Service and Marketing Cloud technical lead to take technical ownership for the delivery of new projects / enhancements o Technical leader to create technical architecture documentation, listing the technical stack of the FM.com suite of applications (front and back end). o Technical Leader to highlight components at security, warranty, support, IM policy risk. o Technical Leader to prepare a plan for short and long term to alleviate / eradicate highlighted risks of the technical stacks. o Alignment of FM Omnichannel technical projects / scope to ensure business, cost and technology efficiencies in conjunction with China and US technical leads · Lead development efforts and deliverables on complex solutions within an Agile framework · Provide strong oversight and ownership of coding efforts, and technical solutions · Contribute to the development of system components as needed · Accountable for solving for all technical aspects and delivery · Serve as an escalation point for technical impediments · Accountable for the articulation of the solutions, to various levels · Delegate structured assignments and monitor the progress · Develop and ensure development standards and practices are adhered to by the development team, i.e. DevOps, coding, code management, and documentation · Provide solutions based on strong technical acumen and technical currency in a variety of technologies · Exposure to Mobile and Cloud application platforms · Ensure the technical activities are aligned with approved architectural designs. · Create technical and strategy documents to articulate the solutions and guide implementations as needed to meet requirements. · Develop strong technical application and product knowledge across the Omni channel portfolio. · Challenge our technology partners and vendors to derive maximum value. · Evaluate vendor solutions and work with vendors as necessary · Provide guidance to onshore, offshore, and near shore development service providers as necessary · Provide strong retail business acumen, and customer focus. · Provide governance for troubleshooting complex system issues as necessary · Develop or contribute to business cases, roadmaps and proposals which may include presentations to senior management. · Collaboration with Business, Technical, and Security Architects, to manage risk identification and risk mitigation tactics associated with the designs. Role-specific knowledge: · 5+ years of senior technical lead. · 5+ years of strong hands-on experience as a developer working on JAVA or .NET Framework standards and technologies - C#.NET, ASP.NET, AngularJS, SQLServer, Web Services, Cloud Platforms, AJAX, JQUERY, XML/JSON, HTML, CSS · Retail / digital technology experience is essential · Experience in SalesForce Service and Marketing Clouds · Safety Knowledge: · Provides a consistent outstanding role model in relation to safety practices with a deep understanding of the importance of safety This is a 6 month contract assignment based in the London. Rate is negotiable and will be in the range £450 to £500 per day. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.