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UX Designer 12 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid - Remote/2 days p/w onsite in Manchester Rate: Up to £400 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a UX Designer to join the team. Working within the UX Design team, the role is to support the continuous improvement of the digital user experience across the multiple digital channels. Help to define the interactivity and design on a variety of products, proposing solutions that balance user needs with business goals and technical capabilities. Driven by finding out how and why customers use our products, and be passionate about communicating these needs, proposing solutions to problems that excite and enthuse our customers. Key Responsibilities: * Work across the entire lifecycle of a product, translating insights from research and analytics into concepts and solutions. * Working within a multidisciplinary team; partner with product owners, developers and business stakeholders to come up with solutions, driving vision and strategy for our products. Collaborate across the UX and content community to create and improve the design system and practices. * Our users lead the way and their needs inform our solutions. You'll put the user at the centre of everything we do at the bank and champion their interests. * Rapidly sketch and prototype ideas as well as designing the finer details of an interaction or component. * Maintain knowledge of and adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements * Consumer Duty - Maintain knowledge of and adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements Key Skills & Experience: TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: * Experience designing consumer focused digital projects. * Familiar with current design philosophies; Lean UX, Design Sprint, design thinking etc. * A strong communicator to help facilitate workshops and brainstorm initial design concepts. * Ability to create interactive prototypes using Figma or in the browser with HTML and CSS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: * Interface and interaction design. * Prototyping and wire framing. * Navigation and architecture. * Knowledge of IA solutions. * Knowledge in design software such as Figma * Be able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation. * A current portfolio that reflects a strong understanding of online design. * BA in Graphic Design or related area. * A keenness to learn and develop. * Understanding/interests of new technologies. * Precise and high attention to detail. * Be commercially minded as well as editorially aware. * Be passionate about uses of design, research, content, architecture, usability and accessibility. * Worked in an agile environment. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

IT Support Technician Purpose The role of IT Support Technician will lead and manage all day-to-day IT 2 and 3 line support activities for Schools. The IT Support Technician will liaise with School staff, the IT Service Desk and other 3 line support teams to identify, prioritise, own and resolve all IT support and service requests. The IT Support Technician will work closely with the Projects teams to assist with the seamless delivery of technology transition projects This position is a UK role and will be required to support other schools/sites as requested by the UK Service Delivery Manager. Key Responsibilities Provide 2 and 3 line support to UK School staff and students Support Transformation Projects Work alongside and support strategic technical delivery and IT Solutions Strategy Carry out routine BAU maintenance of all computer hardware and network services to maintain agreed availability. Respond to and resolve IT faults and requests through onsite visits and remote support tools to agreed service levels. Install and configure approved computer hardware and licensed software, following agreed policies and procedures. Maintain site documentation, including hardware and software inventories, to ensure accuracy of information, legal and financial compliance. Manage staff and student user accounts following agreed policies and procedures. Monitor and maintain server back-ups to ensure system and user data is protected and secure. Monitor IT (physical and network) security and report any risks or incidents to School Head teachers, IT Manager Any other reasonably requested duties Person Specification Exceptional customer service and communication skills, including written and verbal. Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating effectively and professionally with people at all levels of the organization. Effective communication skills in a technical respect with other IT professionals, and in non-technical terms with other colleagues Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to work unsupervised. Must be able to use initiative and work under pressure, consistently employing a customer centric approach to resolving all IT issues. Demonstrable methodical problem solving, excellent analytical skills and creative thinking. Able to demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills in resolving issues in challenging situations, knowing when to sign post, escalate and resolve issues. Experience in establishing new processes and procedures as well as following those already in place and always looking for improvements. A desire to, and demonstrable experience of supporting teaching and learning Project team member skills Effective engagement with IT service partners and 3rd parties A clean UK driving license. Technical Skills Windows Server 2012/2016 Windows 10 Active Directory support Office365 Microsoft Office 2013/2016 suites LAN & WAN technologies and protocols, including VLAN, wireless, DNS and DHCP. SIMS.net and SOLUS3 support AV and interactive boards and screens Shared printing solutions Desktop/Server Hardware support and troubleshooting Apple device management and support Experience Experience of working in a Service Desk environment (2nd - 3rd line support role) Experience of working in the education or similar sector is preferable. ITIL preferred but not essential. Key Competencies Role Specific Work Planning and Scheduling Time Management Listening and Organisation Training, Mentoring and Delegating Problem Identification and Solution Process Improvement Safeguarding Responsibilities To comply with safeguarding policies, procedures and code of conduct To demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and student/colleague wellbeing To ensure that any safeguarding concerns or incidents are reported appropriately in line with policy. To engage in safeguarding training when required Remuneration Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance School fee discount Professional development 25 days holiday (pro-rata’d to part time) You will be based between 2 schools in Milton Keynes. The salary will be circa £28K - £30K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

UX Designer – Central London Our Client is seeking to recruit a seasoned UX Designer professional with at least 3 to 5 years experience in UX design. They are looking for a product or UX Designer to join the London team. Purpose Provide Expert leadership and contribute to Practice growth. Represent the practice in client meetings and pitches, shape the engagement and oversee the design execution, build and mentor the team. Be a design leader who will advocate about design inside and outside of the company. Key responsibilities • Lead design of all digital projects in their development stage, oversee the selection of wireframing and prototyping tools, conduct lean user test when required, and provide evaluation criteria to discover users’ needs. • Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to derive personas, use cases, concepts, user journeys and information architecture – all leading to service, product or UX strategy. • Understand and incorporate complex technical and business requirements into compelling experience driven solutions. • Create prototypes based on high-level business, functional, and technical requirements. • Collaborate with Engineering teams and Product Management to ensure the best creative solutions are realized, implemented and delivered. • Keep abreast of latest practices, techniques and emerging technologies within the industry and employ these to develop ideas and inspire creative concepts. • Act as a design advocate internally and externally. Experience • Mid to Senior UX or product designer with over 3 years of experience working for respected clients on complex problems. • Working knowledge of lean UX processes. • Experience in interface design for desktop, tablet, and mobile. • Experience of working in an Agile environment is desired. • Proven design track record and design agency experience. • Experience in leading teams and managing design outputs through development process. Requirements • Background in UX or product design with portfolio representing that work. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. • World class design skills. • Working knowledge of lean UX activities, from research to prototyping. Note, this is a ‘hands on’ role and the know how is equally important to the ability to communicate the value of the process and activities taken. Based in Central London. Salary will be in the range £45K - £55K plus benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Support Technician – UK Our Client is an Entertainment, a live entertainment platform that owns and operates over 100 major music festivals in the UK, Europe and Australia. They are looking to hire an IT Support Technician to work within the UK division of the business. This role offers a self-starting candidate the ability to support a dynamic and fast-growing business, with future opportunities for personal development and career growth within the group. The IT Support Technician will report to the Director of Information Technology, and will support users both at global head office in Central London and in our operating businesses across the UK. The role will be instrumental in ensuring that users benefit from the highest standards of service, including with regards to information security, system availability and change management. Our current core tech stack consists of MS365 + Azure AD, box.com, Airtable, Zoom (+ Zoom Phone), Slack and Salesforce and we support user access to Google Workspace together with various other line of business products. Prior experience administering Azure Active Directory tenancies would be particularly valuable, together with exposure to deployment and maintenance of security tools such as endpoint management and anti-virus. We support both Windows and Mac devices and our users access our services both on corporate machines and BYOD. We are 100% cloud native with no on-premises systems. Specific tasks will include: First line support for users both in person and via support channels. Resolve or escalate issues Hardware setup and configuration, patching and upgrades Support audio-visual / conference room equipment and printers Monitoring and maintaining local networking equipment such as access points, firewalls etc Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of our backup Infrastructure, including laptops and relevant server(s) and other designated cloud backup locations. Provide timely report to senior management on progress of dedicated tasks, or on-going activities. Configuration and monitoring of core systems Administration for IT processes such as: Support ticketing Equipment inventories Hardware purchases, repairs and disposals Joiner-Mover-Leaver process Managing license count Assisting with change projects such as data migration, office reconfiguration and platform or service changes Personal Attributes: Detail and precision in aspects of approach to tasks Ability to prioritise conflicting workflows Team player, ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users and senior management Excellent presentation and time keeping Experience 3 years experience in equivalent setting Microsoft Office 2019+ support essential Mac (iOS) support exposure desirable Exposure to endpoint device management systems desirable S Azure support essential Good documentation and analytical skills, with a passion for end-user satisfaction. Evidence of commitment to training and knowledge The Client is based in Central London with some attendance at operating business offices elsewhere in London and across the UK. You will be required to work in the office at least 3 days per week. The salary is in the range £30K - £45K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

IT Support Technician Our Client is an Entertainment, a live entertainment platform that owns and operates over 100 major music festivals in the UK, Europe and Australia. They are looking to hire an IT Support Technician to work within the UK division of the business. This role offers a self-starting candidate the ability to support a dynamic and fast-growing business, with future opportunities for personal development and career growth within the group. The IT Support Technician will report to the Director of Information Technology, and will support users both at global head office in Central London and in our operating businesses across the UK. The role will be instrumental in ensuring that users benefit from the highest standards of service, including with regards to information security, system availability and change management. Our current core tech stack consists of MS365 + Azure AD, box.com, Airtable, Zoom (+ Zoom Phone), Slack and Salesforce and we support user access to Google Workspace together with various other line of business products. Prior experience administering Azure Active Directory tenancies would be particularly valuable, together with exposure to deployment and maintenance of security tools such as endpoint management and anti-virus. We support both Windows and Mac devices and our users access our services both on corporate machines and BYOD. We are 100% cloud native with no on-premises systems. Specific tasks will include: First line support for users both in person and via support channels. Resolve or escalate issues Hardware setup and configuration, patching and upgrades Support audio-visual / conference room equipment and printers Monitoring and maintaining local networking equipment such as access points, firewalls etc Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of our backup Infrastructure, including laptops and relevant server(s) and other designated cloud backup locations. Provide timely report to senior management on progress of dedicated tasks, or on-going activities. Configuration and monitoring of core systems Administration for IT processes such as: Support ticketing Equipment inventories Hardware purchases, repairs and disposals Joiner-Mover-Leaver process Managing license count Assisting with change projects such as data migration, office reconfiguration and platform or service changes Personal Attributes: Detail and precision in aspects of approach to tasks Ability to prioritise conflicting workflows Team player, ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users and senior management Excellent presentation and time keeping Experience 3 years experience in equivalent setting Microsoft Office 2019+ support essential Mac (iOS) support exposure desirable Exposure to endpoint device management systems desirable S Azure support essential Good documentation and analytical skills, with a passion for end-user satisfaction. Evidence of commitment to training and knowledge The Client is based in Central London with some attendance at operating business offices elsewhere in London and across the UK. This is a 3 month contract assignment for 3 days per week initially. The rate will depend on your experience but will be in the range £150 to £200 per day. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to join the Chief Data Office and oversee the International Data Standards Engineering. In the role you will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and maintenance of NATO data standards to ensure alignment with MoD Strategies, goals, and regulatory requirements. You will act as the UK lead liaising between UK MoD cross-functional teams and the NATO Alliance to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with the NATO Strategy across the alliance. You will manage, on behalf of the UK MoD, the development and maintenance of NATO Message Text Format (MTFs) related standards along with artifacts to satisfy the operational community's Information Exchange Requirements for UK implementation. Responsibilities Act as the UK point of contact and subject matter expert for the products of this Tactical Data Links ‘lot’ with engagement between UK platforms and allied international standards development. Specifically: Provide the necessary standards, artefacts and support where needed to UK Platforms during in-service, upgrades, and new capabilities. Provide information on the future development of relevant standards to meet new and evolving capabilities. Stimulate cross COI (Communities of Interest) information sharing to enhance interoperability with the UK platforms and allied nations. Act as the UK Head of Delegation representing the UK MOD at international meetings, i.e. NATO FYEVs and nations bi-lateral interface meetings. Act as the Project Manager for LOT 2 (of the TDL technical support contract), including the management, tasking, deliverables, and finances for in year spending. With respect to this LOT, aid the Tactical Data Link (TDL) Line Manager support to the Financial Team on budgetary impacts for Forecast of Out turn such as overspend and underspends impacts. Under the TDL Technical Support contract manage Technical Support SMEs daily, with tasks to support the authority in their function and deliverables.

Project Manager Opportunity - Leading Water Sector ProjectsJoin Our Client's Team We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity to join our client's team as a Project Manager based in Manchester. Operating within the water sector, this contract position offers a challenging and rewarding role, driving impactful projects that shape infrastructure and services. About the Role As Project Manager, you will take a pivotal role in both planned and reactive project delivery within the water industry. You will work to build strong relationships with end clients and oversee multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring success in both civils and MEICA disciplines. Your expertise in stakeholder management and construction law will be vital to delivering innovative, effective, and timely project outcomes. Essential Skills Project delivery: Proven ability to manage both planned and reactive engagements effectively and efficiently. Stakeholder management: Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to manage various stakeholders effectively. Multidisciplinary project management: Experience leading projects involving civils and MEICA (preferably in the water sector) disciplines is essential. Knowledge of construction law: A solid understanding to ensure compliance and successful project outcomes. Computer competence: Proficiency with digital tools and software to efficiently manage project processes. Duration: 6 months If you have the experience and skills to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Don't miss the chance to become an integral part of our client's team and make a real impact in the water sector. Apply today! ``` Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

**INSIDE IR35 £284 P/D, 2 DAYS ONSITE IN GLASGOW** * Technical Troubleshooting * Continuous Learning Software * Design Strategic Thinking * Change and Transformation * Digital and Technology * Computer Programming Teamwork * Secure Coding Practices * Test Automation Communication * Business Acumen Problem Solving * Tools Risk and Controls Additional Information for role: To be successful as an AVP Java developer, you should have experience with: * Core Java development * Test-driven development * Linux Scripting * Reviewing of other people's and AI-generated code * data engineering project Some other highly valued skills may include: * AI Prompt Engineering for code generation * Docker / Kubernetes * Hadoop (HDFS, HBase, Kafka, Spark etc) LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Application Support Analyst Reporting to the IT Service Delivery Manager, the Application Support Analyst has primary responsibility for providing day to day operational support for the Company Application Portfolio, through the effective use and management of incident, requests and problems. You will be responsible for the regular monitoring and maintenance of the application portfolio. You will be responsible for the change management process for the Company, ensuring that the all changes are managed in accordance with the appropriate policies and that they have an appropriate roll-back plan and are scheduled in conjunction with the SSC and 3 party suppliers as appropriate. In addition you will provide appropriate SharePoint expertise, in terms of support, content management and development of sites, services and functionality. Responsibilities Provide 2 and 3 line support for the Company application portfolio Monitor application systems, identifying performance trends and taking action when necessary to stop problems arising Liaise with 3 party suppliers, ensuring issues are escalated and dealt with as necessary and to SLA Manage all system access requests Own application/system documentation and the data repository that holds that information (i.e. SharePoint) Provide technical support to the application architect and project services as required for project deliverables Ensure that pro-formas are completed and submitted and track delivery Provide test support for new and enhanced systems/applications Responsible for Change Management process, ensuring that changes are managed, roll-back plans are in place and that they are appropriately scheduled and approved, liasing with SSC Change Manager Owns Configuration Management process Responsible for scheduled maintenance and capacity planning Ensure that security, compliance and legislation is considered in all aspects of the role and associated processes Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Corp data warehouse Run reports and conduct analysis in-line with Business/Management requirements Responsible for the provision of performance information, ensuring timely, accurate reports are provided to the necessary parties Work with the Application Architect and Project Services to ensure that data/information analysis and reporting is considered in the development of new and enhanced systems design to ensure consideration is given to the linking, matching and cleansing of data across systems. Knowledge & Experience Proven experience working in 1 and 2 line support role Experience of working with ITIL processes within an organisation, in particular, incident, request, change and problem Management Experience working in a customer facing technical role Proven experience working with and managing 3 party suppliers Experience managing assets, both hardware and software Knowledge and understanding of the Company application portfolio Personal Attributes Excellent team working and interpersonal communication skills Exceptional oral and written communication skills Good team player and collaborative Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision Technical background in application support and maintenance Ability to manage competing priorities Excellent attention to detail Analytical, with excellent problem-solving skills Ability to put the Customer at the heart of everything they do The position is based in Central London. The salary for this role is £35K - £40K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Senior Software Developer (SIP/Python) Guildford/Remote - 1 day a month on-site £55,000 - £65,000 + Remote + Private Medical Insurance + Life Insurance + Other Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer with a deep understanding of SIP, VoIP and Python to join a forward-thinking development team where you can further your skills and grow with an award-winning technology business. This company is an established technology partner and managed service provider, specialising in unified communications and cloud contact centre solutions. They help public and private sector organisations modernise their digital infrastructure with a focus on improving customer experience and operational efficiency through system integration and digital transformation. In this varied role you will take a lead in the development of an existing SIP platform. Responsibilities will involve designing and building value-add services, creating integrations for AI-driven services (such as voice recognition and transcription), and ensuring software remains secure at every level. The role also serves as a key technical resource for troubleshooting complex SIP/RTP issues and contributing to the continuous improvement of secure development policies. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth working knowledge of VOIP protocols and Python. Candidates should be comfortable working with Docker, Linux, and REST APIs, while maintaining a high standard of OO Design. Beyond technical ability, the ideal applicant will be a strong communicator capable of bridging the gap between technical requirements and non-technical business objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join within a position that offers autonomy to solve complex problems and the support of a highly skilled team that values professional growth and innovation. The Role: Design and develop the existing SIP platform and services. Connect systems to voice recognition and AI analysis. Ensure all code meets strict ISO/PCI-DSS standards. Provide resolutions for complex platform-level bugs. The Person: Extensive experience with Python, plus OO Design and REST APIs. In-depth understanding of SIP stack and trace analysis. Experience with SQLAlchemy, Git, and Docker. Desirable to have knowledge of Freeswitch, Kamailio, or C/C++ is a plus. Reference Number: BBBH266933 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.