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Job Title: Comms Specialist Engineer Location: Bridgend or St Asaph (Post to Bridgend) Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Why join Flotek? Flotek Group is one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the UK, helping small and medium-sized businesses with IT, cyber security and communications technology. You will join our "Purple Army", a collaborative and fast-paced team that values expertise, trust, recognition and delivering a genuine "Wow" for our partners. Every employee shares ownership of the group, so you are genuinely invested in our success. The role: You will be a key point of contact on our comms helpdesk, providing high-quality remote support across VoIP, connectivity and data networking. You will resolve issues efficiently, escalate with clear diagnostics where needed, and make sure both our internal teams and partner environments get outstanding service. This is a full-time, office-based role and you can be based at either our Pencoed office in Bridgend, South Wales, or our St Asaph office in North Wales - whichever suits you best. You must be able to commute reliably to one of these offices. We cannot offer sponsorship or relocation assistance, so you must already have the right to work in the UK. What you will be doing: Incident management: Be the first point of contact for telecoms incidents, logging, categorising and prioritising faults in line with ITIL best practice. Service level management: Resolve tickets within agreed SLAs with timely responses, accurate updates and clear documentation. Ownership and escalation: Own incidents end to end, aim for First Contact Resolution, and escalate to Comms Specialists or carriers with clear diagnostics. Technical troubleshooting: Diagnose VoIP systems, SIP trunks, handsets, routers, broadband circuits (FTTC, FTTP, SoGEA) and internal network connectivity. Supplier coordination: Liaise with broadband carriers and hosted voice providers to progress faults and drive timely resolution. Service monitoring: Spot and respond to outages, call quality issues, latency and performance concerns before they escalate. Continual improvement: Document known issues, workarounds and fixes in the Knowledge Base to speed up future resolution. Service communication: Give clear, confident updates to customers and stakeholders, managing expectations during incidents. On-call support: Support telecoms services during scheduled weekend and out-of-hours cover, following major incident escalation paths. What we are looking for: Essential Requirements: You will be a logical problem-solver with a customer-first mindset who thrives in a busy helpdesk environment. 1 to 2 years' experience in a VoIP or communications support role. A good understanding of SIP, RTP, NAT and VoIP fundamentals. Basic knowledge of routing, switching, VLANs and firewall concepts. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose issues logically. Excellent communication skills and a genuine customer-first approach. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced helpdesk environment. A desire to grow your skills and progress into more advanced comms engineering roles. Useful, but not essential: Exposure to hosted VoIP platforms such as Gamma, Horizon, CallSwitch or Yealink handsets. Awareness of Microsoft Teams Phone, Operator Connect and Teams Calling Plans. Experience with DrayTek, UniFi, Aruba or SonicWall networking solutions. Experience using a ticketing system such as HaloPSA. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or vendor-specific VoIP and networking qualifications. Technologies you will work with: Voice & Telephony Hosted VoIP: FloCX (Gamma/Cisco), FloOne, Floline+ Microsoft Teams Phone and Operator Connect SIP trunking (Gamma and Voicehost) Yealink handsets and desk phone estates Call routing, IVR, call queues and voicemail FloAnywhere and mobile solutions Connectivity & Networking SoGEA, FTTC, FTTP and leased lines DrayTek, UniFi and Aruba networking SonicWall firewalls and VLAN configuration Carrier and broadband fault management HaloPSA ticketing and service records Monitoring tools for call quality and latency Working pattern: Monday to Friday, working 8 hours per day between 08:00 and 18:00. A 30-minute lunch break each day. Weekend on-call support on a shared rotation. Office-based at either Pencoed (Bridgend) or St Asaph. What you will get: Inclusive EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie". Birthday day off. An additional day off for personal life milestones. A Give Back Day to support a charity of your choice. Perkbox discounts across shopping, gyms, restaurants and more. Regular social events and team-building opportunities. Career growth pathways into senior communications or network engineering. Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Telecoms / VoIP Support Engineer, Telecoms Engineer, Telecoms Support Technician, IT & Telecoms Helpdesk Engineer, Telecoms Support Specialist, Telecoms Helpdesk Engineer may also be considered for this role.

Manhattan WMS Platform Engineer Manhattan Platform Engineer with 6+ years experience Technical experience with Manhattan with ambition to learn new technologies Good communicator speaking good understandable English. The candidate should be able to interact with their own team as well as the network & platform team. Knowledge about networking, cloud, Unix and maintaining the Manhattan Platform. the platform runs on cloud (AWS) with RDS database. Experience with installations of SDN's and upgrading components Willing to learn new techniques like Apache NiFi or other specific technologies. Interested in hardware like printers & Scanners. Knowledge of Docker Swarm, Terraform and Atlantis, Jenkins, Git , and have created Bash scripts. Experience working in Agile Scrum environment. Willing to work in Netherlands time zone Willing to work on call support during non working hours This is a remote position. Initially this will be a 6 to 12 month contract assignment. Rate will be in the region £300 - £500 per day depending on experience. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Database Engineer with SQL Server SSIS, SSRS and SSAS Our Client is a bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit a Database Engineer with the ability to work with SSIS. You must have solid expertise of at least 5 years experience of working with MS SQL Server and SSIS – SSIS is very important for this position. Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design. SQL query language with SSIS SSRS and SSAS Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) Must have solid experience of working with SSIS and building data warehouses and some knowledge of reporting using SSRS. The Client is a Bank based in the Central London. This is a 12 month FTC position with a salary of circa £55K - £70K. You will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Information Security Manager with Network Engineering Skills Our Client is bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit a seasoned professional with at least 7 to 10 years expertise level Information Security coupled with Hands-on Network Engineering. The role is mainly Information Security – Data Security and split circa 80% with 20% Network Engineering – so you do need to be hands-on technically. You will ideally have circa 5+ years of work experience with Network Engineering coupled with over 10 years experience with Cisco Systems Products Role Description The Information Security Manager with Network Engineering Skills is a full-time hybrid role based in London, with the flexibility to work from home part of the week. The role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of information security policies, procedures, and controls across networks and systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the Information Security Management System (ISMS), monitoring cybersecurity and network security events, coordinating incident response, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The person in this role will collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to assess risks, implement technical and procedural safeguards, and support secure network architecture and configuration. Additional tasks include producing security documentation, leading security awareness initiatives, and providing guidance on secure network engineering practices. Qualifications Strong skills in Information Security Management and Information Security, with experience defining and enforcing security policies and governance. Hands-on expertise with Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), including implementation, maintenance, and audit readiness. Proficiency in Cybersecurity and Network Security, covering threat detection, vulnerability management, network hardening, and incident response. Demonstrated network engineering experience (e.g., routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, secure network design). Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+, or similar are beneficial. Experience with regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST) and security best practices. Ability to analyze complex technical environments, communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and document security requirements and processes. Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Key Networking Skills Required: Cisco Network Switches Layer 2 and 3 (Catalyst 9K) – CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Routing protocol – OSPF (Catalyst 9K) – CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Cisco Switch Stacking (Cat 9K Switches 9600, 9300. 9200) Virtual Routing and Forwarding – (Catalyst 9600) Internetworking Troubleshooting - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred High Availability and Disaster Recovery - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Security/Cyber Security Skills Required: Cisco Firepower Firewalls (ASA, FTD) - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Palo Alto Firewalls – Specialist Level, Architect Level Preferred Cisco Layer 2 Port Security Network Access Control including Cisco ISE, TACACS etc Network Detection and Response Network Encryption (Site to Site VPN's) Cisco Secure Client (ASA) Network IPS (Trellix) Network Zero Day (Trellix NX or similar) Host Zero Day (Trellix HX or similar) Cyber Security Network Control Incident Investigation with the assistance of group cyber security experts – Tier 1, Tier 2 to 3 preferred, using LogRhythm SIEM a bonus Host End Point Protection (Symantec) Host IPS Preferred Skills and Knowledge Vulnerability Management (Scanning for Vulnerabilities and classifying the risk, CIS Benchmark Scanning and compliance) – Using Rapid7 a bonus Knowledge of Penetration Testing, understanding of the types of testing and their advantages and disadvantages Security Zone Design and considerations Network and Security Architecture Design and Considerations Understanding of Information Security (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001, SIEM use cases for key controls etc Risk Management in Cyber Security, SSL Blind spots, what causes them and how to mitigate Malware/Ransomware and how to mitigate along with Penetration testing concepts Understanding of White/Black/Grey Box penetration testing. Developing Security policies and procedures and conducting audits/risk assessments Handling crisis situations during security incidents The role is hybrid 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £100K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Problem Manager - Remote - Outside IR35 Must have an active SC Clearance The role covers Problem Records, Known Errors, Workarounds, trend analysis, Post Incident Reviews and continual service improvement. This position is suited to an experienced Problem Manager with strong IT service management expertise who is comfortable working across technical teams, customers and senior service stakeholders. Problem Manager Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end Problem Management process and associated governance. Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations into major, recurring and complex incidents. Coordinate technical and service teams to identify underlying causes of service issues. Create, maintain and manage Problem Records throughout their lifecycle. Identify and document Known Errors and appropriate Workarounds. Develop and track corrective and preventative actions through to completion. Analyse incident trends and recurring service issues to identify potential problems before further disruption occurs. Lead Post Incident Reviews (PIRs) and ensure agreed actions are documented and completed. Drive continual service improvement initiatives based on problem trends, RCA findings and lessons learned. Ensure lessons learned are captured, communicated and embedded across relevant service teams. Produce clear Root Cause Analysis reports for customers, leadership and service teams. Work closely with Incident Management, Change Management, technical resolver groups and service stakeholders to improve service stability. Problem Manager Skills and Experience Strong experience working within Problem Management in complex IT service environments. Proven experience owning and governing the Problem Management lifecycle. Strong Root Cause Analysis (RCA) experience. Experience leading Post Incident Reviews (PIRs) following major or recurring incidents. Experience creating and managing Problem Records and Known Error Records. Strong understanding of Known Error Management and the development of operational Workarounds. Experience producing and managing Corrective Action Plans and Preventative Improvement Plans. Strong incident trend analysis and recurring problem identification experience. Experience driving continual service improvement and preventative action initiatives. Strong understanding of IT service management processes and the relationship between Problem, Incident and Change Management. Experience producing RCA reports, service improvement documentation and lessons learned. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical teams, customers and senior leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to coordinate multiple technical teams through complex investigations. ITIL knowledge and experience within an ITIL-aligned service environment would be highly advantageous. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Storage Engineer Location: Remote with ad-hoc travel Duration: 6 months initially IR35 Status : Inside This senior-level role sits within a Storage team responsible for the provision of Managed Service & Project activities. The team provides support to the Storage devices on the Live, Development & Test environments as well as performing all Change & Project work. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting multiple Storage technologies including Fujitsu, HP, Dell, NetApp & Brocade. In addition there will be a considerable amount of migration / transformation Project work, some of which may be out of hours. * At least 5-10 years' experience of implementing, migrating to/from & supporting (2nd to 3rd Line) storage devices. * Good knowledge of file & block storage technologies * Good knowledge of Dell EMC storage devices & Unisphere * Good knowledge of Brocade SAN Switches & SanNav * Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication. * Have a proven problem solving ability. * Proactive approach to personal workload management. * Awareness of the ITIL Service Management framework and specifically incident and change management * Use and support of Veritas NetBackup * Good knowledge of NetApp & Hewlett Packard storage devices * General knowledge of HBA configuration, Multipathing & general use of various server operating systems - Windows, Linux (RHEL & SLES), AIX and Solaris LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Digital Marketing and UX Expert Manage our external web development and technology partners, to ensure organic growth and conversion opportunities are maximized. Project management will include collecting requirements from the business, briefing our partners, prioritising asks in line with key business objectives and aligning with timeline of the business. Deliver high-quality, user-friendly, content across our digital platforms. Own the delivery of the US and UJ for new / ongoing event website and app related launches. Identify content improvements with the objective of enhancing engagement, gaining insights, and increasing sales. Produce and automate top-level website reports to influence decision-making for improvements including user flow Sankey diagrams, channel specific user journeys and holistic business reporting. Develop a UX and UI workflow in alignment with feedback and research to execution, specifically running CRO tests to prove hypotheses. Expertise in CMS optimisation (VWO, Optimisely or other). Expertise in SEO, CRO, accessibility and UX best practices. Proven experience delivering multi format digital content within a CMS environment (Contentful) Proven experience delivering content-heavy platform targeted at consumer audiences. Proficiency in integrated performance reports using different data sources including analytics and CRM tools i.e. Google Analytics and HubSpot. Fundamental understanding of basic adtech i.e. UTM tagging and tracking and setting up of media tags via Google Tag Manager.Take initiative with a solution-oriented approach, within a cross functional team. Basic understanding of HTML and CSS – or keen to upskill in this area Strong collaboration skills to help manage input from stakeholders and 3rd parties Ability to manage and support different projects simultaneously Possess good knowledge of digital marketing and multi-channel campaigns Ability to understand website analytics and help drive data-driven conclusions (i.e. Google Analytics) Ability to recommend decisions underpinned and driven by data. A passion for UX and all things customer first. This is a 3 month contract assignment in Shoreditch London on-site. The daily rate will be circa £250 pd to £400 pd. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Database Engineer with SQL Server SSIS, SSRS and C# .net asp.net Our Client is a bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit a Database Engineer with the ability to work with SSIS. You must have solid expertise of at least 5 years experience of working with MS SQL Server and SSIS – SSIS is very important for this position. Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design. SQL query language with SSIS SSRS and SSAS Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) Any experience of developing with C# .net and asp.net would be very useful Must have solid experience of working with SSIS and building data warehouses and some knowledge of reporting using SSRS. The Client is a Bank based in the Central London. This is a 12 month FTC position with a salary of circa £55K - £70K. You will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

AI Engineer (Front End) £560 per day (Inside IR35) | 12-Month Contract | Remote with Occasional London Travel We are seeking an experienced AI Engineer (Front End) to join a major government programme delivering innovative AI-enabled digital services and user experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI adoption, helping to design and develop intuitive, user-centric interfaces that leverage emerging AI technologies to transform public sector services. Key Responsibilities * Develop and enhance AI-enabled user interfaces and digital experiences * Build responsive, accessible, and scalable front-end applications * Collaborate with product, UX, data, and AI teams to integrate AI capabilities into customer-facing solutions * Contribute to the design and implementation of modern web and mobile experiences * Ensure solutions meet government standards for accessibility, security, and performance * Participate in agile development practices and continuous improvement initiatives Essential Skills & Experience * Proven experience as a Front End Engineer/Developer delivering modern digital products * Strong experience building AI-enabled applications or user experiences * Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Next.js, Angular, or Vue * Experience integrating AI/LLM technologies into digital products * Strong understanding of UX, accessibility, and responsive design * Experience working within UK Government or Public Sector environments (essential) * Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams * Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance Desirable Experience * Experience developing mobile applications (iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter, etc.) * Familiarity with GenAI platforms, copilots, conversational interfaces, or AI-assisted workflows * Knowledge of cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP Contract Details * Role: AI Engineer (Front End) * Rate: £560 per day * IR35: Inside IR35 * Duration: 12 months * Location: Remote, with occasional travel to London * Clearance: BPSS Eligible * Start: ASAP LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

UX/UI Designer and Developer - Manage our external web development and technology partners, to ensure organic growth and conversion opportunities are maximized. - Project management will include collecting requirements from the business, briefing our partners, prioritising asks in line with key business objectives and aligning with timeline of the business. - Deliver high-quality, user-friendly, content across our digital platforms. - Own the delivery of the US and UJ for new / ongoing event website and app related launches. - Identify content improvements with the objective of enhancing engagement, gaining insights, and increasing sales. - Produce and automate top-level website reports to influence decision-making for improvements including user flow Sankey diagrams, channel specific user journeys and holistic business reporting. Develop a UX and UI workflow in alignment with feedback and research to execution, specifically running CRO tests to prove hypotheses. - Expertise in CMS optimisation (VWO, Optimisely or other). - Expertise in SEO, CRO, accessibility and UX best practices. - Proven experience delivering multi format digital content within a CMS environment (Contentful) - Proven experience delivering content-heavy platform targeted at consumer audiences. - Proficiency in integrated performance reports using different data sources including analytics and CRM tools i.e. Google Analytics and HubSpot. - Fundamental understanding of basic adtech i.e. UTM tagging and tracking and setting up of media tags via Google Tag Manager.Take initiative with a solution-oriented approach, within a cross functional team. - Basic understanding of HTML and CSS – or keen to upskill in this area - Strong collaboration skills to help manage input from stakeholders and 3rd parties - Ability to manage and support different projects simultaneously - Possess good knowledge of digital marketing and multi-channel campaigns - Ability to understand website analytics and help drive data-driven conclusions (i.e. Google Analytics) - Ability to recommend decisions underpinned and driven by data. A passion for UX and all things customer first. This is a 3 month contract assignment in Shoreditch London on-site. The daily rate will be circa £250 pd to £400 pd. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Network Infrastructure Support Engineer The role of the IT Infrastructure Engineer is to manage day to day activities to develop, deliver and support the infrastructure and upgrades needed to deliver this programme. You will be part of the 10 people UK ICT team but be assigned to the programme on a full-time basis. Provide technical and project management support Define, manage, track and proactively deliver technical solutions to achieve project goals Implement technical changes and solutions into the Companys environments Ensure all solutions are in line with Company policies and standards Act as interface between the project and BAU support team Fully document all solutions and activities You will be report to the Head of Global Infrastructure and the European IT Director Excellent communication skills, including including written and verbal You will have an understanding of ITIL, Prince 2 practices. Must have a MCP certification along with at least 5 years experience of desktop and application rollouts Ability to think creatively and problem solve and ability to work under pressure Must be able to document solutions and support users through system changes Should have effective time management and organisational skills Ability to learn knowledge of new systems quickly and apply them in the work environment Previous experience of supporting a school environment – desirable Should have the following technical skills: Microsoft Active Directory, Office 365 administration Windows 10 operating system Azure Portal Microsoft Intune uniFLOW management software Meraki Access Points Knowledge of SIMS.net – desirable Knowledge of education applications – desirable The position will be based in Milton Keynes with travel to various locations in the UK. The rate is negotiable. This is a 6 month contract assignment based in Milton Keynes. Please send your CV along with a daily rate and availability.

Software Developer with C# Dot Net asp.net with SQL Server SSIS SSRS Our Client is a bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit at least 7 years plus experience as a Data Engineer with the ability to work with C# Dot net and SQL Server with SSIS. You must have solid expertise of at least 7 years' experience of working with and developing software with C# Dot Net and MS SQL Server and SSIS, SSRS and SSAS – SSIS is very important for this position. Must be an excellent problem solver and adept writing documentation for all projects. You ideally have worked on banking systems particularly Core Banking. Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Analysis of issues pertaining to problems or errors raised by in-house systems, i.e. CORE, SharePoint interface, Equation, Kondor, Eximbills, end of day cycle. Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS and SSAS packages. Integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. Utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. Integrate with all the systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager. Must Have Skills Software analysis and design. SQL Server query language with SSIS. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) Experience of developing software with C# Dot Net and asp.net and SQL Server is a must. Must have solid experience of working with SSIS and building data warehouses. The Client is a Bank based in the Central London. Must have a degree qualification. This is a 12 month FTC position with a salary of circa £60K - £70K. This is a hybrid position - you will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Director of IT Engineering Role Expectations The Director of Engineering (DOE) possesses a range of management, technology, and engineering experiences serving as the leader of our engineering department. The DOE is responsible for developing the technological vision for the Company in partnership with other executives; establishing the executive direction related to the technological interests of the Company, how technology is utilized in support of our staff, partners, and customers to help improve and increase business; as well as oversee the effective deployment, implementation, and management of internal engineering operations. The DOE will develop a roadmap and budget to help support technology investments that enable the Company to meet its vision. The DOE is both a strategist and a technologist able to provide high-level strategy guidance to staff, partners, and vendors as well as provide mentorship and instruction to our delivery teams in all aspects of technology implementation. Responsibilities Executive Leadership ● Strategize with CIO and major stakeholders to align the goals of the engineering team with the goals of the Company. ● Provide sound technical leadership in all aspects of the Company business operations ● Advocate and communicate technology and engineering capabilities internally and externally and actively support the company's business and growth efforts by being the technical subject matter expert ● Establish and nurture relationships with The Company staff, partners, and vendors to demonstrate the Company's engineering capabilities and help them be more effective and efficient through leveraging technology and engineering ● Provide technical thought leadership for the business, internally among staff and externally across partners and vendors ● Develop the company's strategy for how technology and engineering will be used and ensure that the technological resources meet the company's short and long-term vision Technical Leadership and Team Management ● Lead and empower The Company's engineering team to develop strategies for the execution of our work and oversee that those strategies are thoughtfully executed and aligned with The Company's long-term business strategy and vision ● Serve the go-to person for the escalation of issues affecting engineering and technology teams (and help them navigate solutions) ● Continuously evaluate and improve engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity ● Maintain relevance and up-to-date knowledge on modern technologies and practices to effectively deliver digital services in the art / gallery / museum / auction space ● Triage and problem-solve engineering and technology issues and assist teams in resolution and successfully lead teams to develop risk mitigation and incident management plans ● Audit The Company's technology usage and ensure technologies are used efficiently and securely ● Develop and implement strategies to mitigate the impact of engineering talent turnover on business continuity and maintain engineering capability resiliency ● Identify, attract, recruit, hire, and on-board experienced and value-aligned engineering personnel ● Mentor, coach, and support teams in the delivery of digital products and services Product Planning and Development ● Work with business and product management to develop and maintain a roadmap and budget for the execution of investments in the technology space in support of The Company's vision and mission ● Develop and maintain a standardized and efficient SDLC process, including methodologies, best practices, and tools, to ensure consistency and quality throughout the development process ● In collaboration with business and product management, oversee prioritization, project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget ● Collaborate with other stakeholders, including vendors, partners, designers, engineers, contractors, testers, and product managers, to ensure seamless project execution Qualifications ● Proven experience as a Director of Engineering or similar leadership role ● Experience in leading and overseeing development in all aspects of the SDLC using Agile/RAD methodologies ● Experience in designing and scaling out in-house customer relationship management, asset management, and business intelligence (and tangential ERP processes) software(s) ● Strong technical expertise in leading web applications projects built with Python (Django) and Javascript (React), deployed to cloud infrastructure (AWS) ● Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, particularly hiring/managing a remote, cross-functional (including UX designers, product managers, testers), global team ● Excellent project management and organizational skills ● Effective communication and interpersonal skills ● Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities You will have at least 10 to 20 years expertise at this level. The position will be based in Central New York. The salary will be circa $200K - $250K. Do send your CV to us for this exciting new position and include your salary in USD along with your notice period and residential status.

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

Job Title: Senior Software Developer Location: Staplehurst, Kent (Please note that candidates must live within a 20 mile radius to apply) Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience) Job Type: Permanent/ Full time About Us: Burtons Manufacturing Co Ltd. is a veterinary equipment manufacturer based in Staplehurst, Kent. Established in 1981 Burtons has been supplying the veterinary industry with a full range of products for over 40 years. Fundamental to the provision of safe anaesthesia is the support of well-designed ventilation and patient monitoring equipment. Burtons have a range of products designed specifically for veterinary use, with embedded or mainstream operating system software running mainly on Windows PC's or Linux platforms. About the role: Due to the growth of the company and range of products, Burtons require an experienced programmer to expand the development team. Burtons are looking for an experienced programmer well versed in Windows and Linux software development using predominantly C++, but also C#, .NET and web-based programming languages. The role will involve working on user-interface software for the control of mechanical ventilators and the monitoring of patients under anaesthesia. Burtons have a combination of electronic and clinically skilled personnel within the company driving forward new advances in animal ventilation and monitoring techniques. Burtons would like to expand the current software into hand-held mobile devices. This role reports directly to the Production Director. Duties and Responsibilities: This is a senior role requiring proven skills and abilities; please note this role is not suitable for applicants requiring further training/mentoring. Work with existing programmers on developing new product code for Windows and Linux platforms. Current C++ projects include new animal ventilators, new Multi-Parameter patient monitors and a new ventilator simulation system. Be involved in the creation of new C++ software from scratch, matched to the requirements of new products. Support existing code in legacy products (C++ and C#) by responding to customer reports and identified software defects. Support the development team with university and internal research projects. Work with the development team to expand the platform usage of existing software to include hand-held devices such as tablets and mobile phones. Demonstrate a desire to take ownership of own work and maintain excellent attention to detail. Work across departments to provide bespoke software solutions About you: Primary: Minimum 5 years' experience of developing applications using Windows Visual Studio Well versed in predominantly C++ and C, with experience of C#, and .NET Strong experience of working with Windows and Linux operating systems Ability to adopt ownership of responsibility for a project, to oversee meeting of deadlines and project objective. Tertiary education with supporting qualifications Demonstration of previous industry work history Demonstration of extensive knowledge and previous experience may be considered in place of formal tertiary qualifications Secondary: Good organisational and planning skills Clear and precise documentation and annotation for code development Ability to work alone and as part of a development team Ability to understand and focus on the core requirements of a task Ability to clearly explain ideas and concepts to less experienced members of the team or members of other departments Beneficial: Experience of embedded systems C, C++ programming in embedded systems Working with the Microchip range of microcontrollers Experience of working with iOS and Android platforms Benefits: Competitive annual salary £50,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience) Permanent contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday; Burtons have a range of flexible working options available for the right candidate. 33 holiday days per year (inc. bank holidays) Contributory pension scheme Excellent opportunities to train and progress Offices and workshops based in beautiful countryside setting On-site car parking Staff events, such as the Big Summer Party and awards Scheme Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Lead Software Engineer, Principal Developer, Software Architect, Senior Programmer, and Technical Lead may also be considered.

IT Support Analyst/Engineer with Level 1 and Level 2 Role Description This full-time IT Support Analyst/Engineer role covers both Level 1 and Level 2 support and is offered on a hybrid basis, with work primarily in London and some work from home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include handling incoming support tickets, responding to user queries, and providing first-line technical assistance for hardware, software, and network issues. The role also involves performing more advanced second-line diagnostics, resolving complex incidents, escalating problems when required, and updating documentation and knowledge bases. The IT Support Analyst/Engineer will install and configure systems, manage user accounts and access permissions, monitor system performance, and assist with routine maintenance tasks and upgrades. Collaboration with other IT team members and clear communication with non-technical users are key aspects of the position. Qualifications · Candidates should possess strong Technical Support and Information Technology skills, including experience with common operating systems, hardware, and business applications. · Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills and Troubleshooting abilities to diagnose issues, identify root causes, and deliver effective solutions. · Candidates should possess clear and professional Communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to users at different levels of technical understanding. · Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or similar credentials are beneficial, along with experience in Level 1 and Level 2 support environments. · Ability to work in a hybrid setting, manage priorities in a busy service desk environment, and maintain a customer-focused, inclusive approach when supporting diverse user groups. For this position you will have at least 5 years experience in IT as an IT Support Engineer with 1st and 2nd Level support experience - ideally in the Banking/Financial industry. In-depth knowledge of and troubleshooting experience with Windows, Office applications and conferencing applications. Responsible for the support and maintenance of the IT infrastructure and to provide IT support to staff and other group colleagues. To assist in the response to service outages and other IT related problems as well as maintenance and upkeep of for security of the systems in place. · To provide IT Support and assistance to the branch's staff in a timely manner. · Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Branch by providing first & Second line support of software, hardware and networking that includes installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Support endpoint security standards (antivirus/firewall/patching/two-factor authentication). · Provide day to day support to the Admin and HR function to cover: joiners/leavers/movers process, CCTV & Paxton Card Access. · Assist the IT Manager in delivering various IT related projects by managing the day to day operational aspects of such projects. · End User Computing support for all staff. (eg Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, Phones/Mobiles and other IT equipment.) · Networking Fundamentals – DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and LAN/WAN. · Good understanding of cybersecurity measures · Coordinator between the London Users and Group IT Security on all requests for systems access and to ensure that such permissions are provided promptly, are regularly updated and that the Group Access Matrix Protocol is followed at all times. · Preserve the Assets of the Office by implementing Disaster Recovery and back up procedures and ensuring that the standards comply with Group requirements. · Provide IT support to ensure the smooth running of daily and periodic reports for the London Compliance team to ensure adherence to the Anti Money Laundering Provisions. · Undertake Data Extraction for reporting requirements for all the other stakeholders at the branch. · To hold Administrator function for some of the systems housed at the Office. Responsible for the granting of access and maintenance of system matrixOverall networking equipment monitoring (ie Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support inclusive of the server room. · To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness. · Manage inventory of computers, network equipment including tracking of purchased equipment and services. · To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations · Important Business Services - IBS owner is to ensure the resilience of the IBS they are responsible for (Ensure appropriate RCSAs, CETs, KRIs are in place to monitor procedures and controls within their units) · Assist the HOD/Manager with implementing/putting in place, any applicable training/guidance/SOPs to staff relating to cyber security & operational resilience. · To maintain the branch Avaya IP Office Phone system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times. · To perform monthly infrastructure test and report for Risk Assessment. · Manage Incident Handling procedure (This includes monitoring as well as post-incident follow up). · Respond to IT service requests and incidents in a timely manner, prioritizing based on business impact, especially for critical banking functionsSupport the Branch operations as and when needed and any other tasks assigned by Management of the Branch. Data Integrity and Compliance Operationalize data strategy and communicate to the Data Owner or the Management any changes in their BAU requirements which involve data. · To ensure all data worked on and or/shared with internal/external clients are accurate, compliant and maintained in accordance with Company's data quality standards. · Handle all data in strict alignment with the General data protection Regulations (GDPR) principles. · Keep track of documents created by the team. · Escalate any suspected data breaches or privacy issues to the DPO promptly and without delays. · Ensuring any data sharing requests are discussed with HOD/DPO so that prior authorization is given and follows GDPR / department's SOPs. · Collaborate with DPO on data Protection Impact Assessment when introducing new systems or processes to ensure privacy risks are mitigated at the outset. Technical Skills Required - Proficient in common operating systems (Windows 11 and Linux, Server 2016 and later) - Providing AV support for branches - Software proficiency – O365, Onedrive, Teams, Sharepoint, Bloomberg, FXT, SEP, SEE, ME Endpoint Protection, Murex, Swift, 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP, Refinitiv, Syncovery, SQL Server, Paxton, VBR, VRO and VeeamOne - Proficient in Imaging windows machines, image creation & management, GPO, and AD - Networking Fundamentals – DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and LAN/WAN. - Good understanding of Vmware; ESXI, vSphere, vCenter, Fortigate Firewalls, Cisco Switches - Good understanding of patching practices and troubleshooting - Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, Phones/Mobiles and other IT equipment. - AV support (conference phones, Logitech meeting room solutions etc.) - Proficient in programming languages - Project management - Data analysis and reporting Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) This is a 5 days in the office role in Central London. Salary for this role will be around £55K - £60K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.