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Data Engineer 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 £55K - £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.

Job title: Product Owner Location: Swindon (Hybrid 2-3 days onsite) Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Day rate: £700 IR35: Inside Sector: Financial Services / Banking Customer Experience * Customer Experience - End-to-end Business Banking experience across segments and the customer lifecycle. * Cross-Journey Experience - Horizontal orchestration across Journey Labs. * Personalisation - Business Banking personalisation strategy and orchestration. * Customer Communications - Orchestration across outbound, inbound, service and journey-triggered communications. * Channel Strategy - Experience across Relationship Management, Digital, Telephony, Branch and assisted channels. * Colleague Experience - Cross-journey colleague experience and enablement. * Go-to-Market - Customer experience integration across website, acquisition and top-of-funnel activity. * Customer Outcomes - Horizontal insight and customer experience outcome frameworks. Product Owner | Onboarding - Customer Journeys * Strong Business Banking onboarding experience, with a good understanding of the end-to-end customer onboarding journey * Experience translating customer, business and regulatory requirements into clear product requirements and priorities. * Strong understanding of onboarding processes, including customer due diligence, verification and associated operational journeys. * Able to work across business, operations, risk, Financial Crime and technology teams to shape and deliver onboarding solutions. * Experience delivering change within a regulated banking environment. Product Owner | Onboarding - Colleague Journeys * Strong experience designing and delivering colleague-led onboarding journeys within Business Banking. * Good understanding of the processes, systems, data and tooling colleagues need to support customers through onboarding. * Able to identify colleague pain points and translate these into clear product requirements and improvements. * Experience working across customer and colleague journeys to ensure solutions work effectively end to end. * Able to work closely with operations, technology, risk and frontline teams to shape and implement solutions. 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.

Solaris Engineer - Remote Working Must have an Active SC Clearance - Support the delivery of secure, resilient infrastructure services. Solaris Engineer Responsibilities - Provide 3rd Line technical support for Solaris UNIX infrastructure and operating systems. - Maintain, troubleshoot and optimise Solaris environments, including virtualised platforms. - Develop, maintain and improve UNIX shell scripts to support automation and operational efficiency. - Diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure incidents, problems and performance issues. - Support Production, Disaster Recovery, LAP, Test and Development environments. - Monitor system availability, reliability and performance across UNIX/Linux platforms. - Support operating system maintenance, upgrades and infrastructure improvements. - Work with infrastructure teams to maintain secure and stable cloud-based services. - Contribute to technical documentation, troubleshooting procedures and service improvements. Solaris Engineer Skills and Experience - Significant hands-on experience supporting Solaris UNIX operating systems. - Strong Solaris infrastructure knowledge, including virtualisation technologies. - Proven 3rd Line UNIX/Linux infrastructure support experience. - Strong UNIX shell scripting and automation capabilities. - Experience troubleshooting complex UNIX operating system and infrastructure issues. - Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical investigation skills. - Ability to work independently and manage competing operational priorities. - Understanding of cloud computing and infrastructure service delivery. - Knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SAN) would be highly advantageous. - Experience with ACM, CA, Opsview or Veritas NetBackup would be highly desirable. - Operational experience with IBM AIX, SUSE Linux or Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) would be beneficial. - Experience supporting secure, business-critical infrastructure environments would be 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.

2nd Line System Administrator Must have an Active DV Clearance - Deliver effective technical support while maintaining high standards of security, documentation and customer service. 2nd Line System Administrator Responsibilities - Provide 2nd Line technical support across secure infrastructure environments. - Monitor system health, availability and performance using Event Management tools. - Investigate, triage and resolve incidents within agreed SLAs. - Escalate complex technical issues through established Service Management processes. - Manage incident tickets and catalogue requests, maintaining accurate records and documentation. - Support VMware vCenter and associated virtual infrastructure. - Assist with monitoring and troubleshooting cloud infrastructure environments. - Identify recurring incidents and contribute to service improvement activities. - Create and maintain Knowledge Base articles and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). - Support shift-left initiatives to improve service desk efficiency. - Work collaboratively with 2nd and 3rd Line engineering teams to resolve technical issues. - Maintain compliance with security procedures and operational standards. 2nd Line System Administrator Skills and Experience - Proven experience in a 2nd Line System Administrator or Infrastructure Support role. - Strong incident management, technical triage and troubleshooting experience. - Experience using Event Management and monitoring tools, including SCOM or SolarWinds. - Hands-on experience supporting VMware vCenter environments. - Experience working with cloud infrastructure environments. - Strong understanding of IT Service Management processes and SLA-driven support. - Experience managing incidents and service catalogue requests. - Ability to investigate system alerts, identify root causes and escalate technical issues appropriately. - Strong technical documentation skills, including Knowledge Base articles and SOPs. - Excellent customer service, communication and organisational skills. - Proactive approach to problem-solving and continual service improvement. - Ability to work independently within a small, collaborative engineering team. - Experience supporting secure Government or Defence infrastructure would be 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 18 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.

At CGI, we deliver enterprise-grade digital solutions that enable organisations to operate smarter, faster and with greater confidence. As a Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant, you will play a key role in shaping and deploying Microsoft Business Central solutions that optimise finance, supply chain and operational processes. Working within an Agile delivery environment, you will translate client requirements into practical, scalable configurations and extensions that deliver measurable value. This is an opportunity to influence meaningful transformation programmes, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and continuously enhance how we design and deliver secure, accessible and high-performing digital services. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position with potentially 2 days a week working on site at one of the following CGI and client offices; Nottingham, Bristol, Swansea or Birmingham. You will also need to hold or be eligible to hold UK Security clearance to SC level.

Service Level & Continual Improvement Manager Must have an Active DV Clearance Service Level & Continual Improvement Manager Responsibilities - Define, negotiate and maintain SLAs, OLAs and supplier service agreements. - Monitor service performance, contractual compliance and potential SLA breaches. - Lead service reviews, performance reporting and governance meetings. - Develop and maintain service dashboards, KPIs and management information. - Manage service performance escalations and coordinate corrective actions. - Own the Continual Improvement framework, improvement register and governance processes. - Identify and prioritise improvements based on business value, risk and customer impact. - Coordinate improvement initiatives across technical teams and suppliers. - Track improvement benefits, delivery progress and measurable outcomes. - Promote ITIL 4 practices, root cause analysis and structured service improvement. Service Level & Continual Improvement Manager Skills and Experience - Extensive experience in Service Level Management, Continual Improvement or IT Service Management. - Strong practical knowledge of ITIL principles and service management frameworks. - Proven experience managing SLAs, OLAs and supplier commitments. - Experience managing service breaches, escalations and remediation plans. - Strong service performance analysis, reporting and governance experience. - Experience managing Continual Improvement registers, initiatives and measurable benefits. - Understanding of Incident, Problem, Change, Availability and Capacity Management. - Experience working across infrastructure, cloud, applications and end-user services. - Excellent stakeholder management, analytical and communication skills. - ITIL 4 certification would be advantageous. - Experience with ServiceNow, Power BI or equivalent reporting tools would be beneficial. - Knowledge of SIAM, ISO 20000, Lean or Six Sigma would be desirable. - Experience within managed services, Government or Defence environments would be 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 18 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.

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Site Based) Location: India Queens Substation, St Austell, Cornwall Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Rate: Up to £600 per day Start Date: ASAP Hours: 45 hours per week (Site Based) The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial leadership on a major substation project at India Queens, Cornwall. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will take ownership of all commercial activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring robust cost control, contract compliance, change management, and financial reporting. This is a site-based position requiring a commercially focused professional with a strong background in power, utilities, transmission, distribution, substations, or major infrastructure projects. Key ResponsibilitiesLead all commercial and quantity surveying activities on-site. Manage project budgets, cost forecasts, valuations, and cashflow. Administer contracts and manage compensation events, variations, and change control. Prepare and negotiate subcontract packages and manage subcontractor accounts. Produce accurate cost/value reconciliation reports and financial forecasts. Monitor commercial performance and identify project risks and opportunities. Support the delivery team with contractual and commercial advice. Manage applications for payment, assessments, and final accounts. Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and internal governance procedures. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and project stakeholders. RequirementsProven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within power, utilities, energy, civil engineering, or major infrastructure projects. Previous experience working on substations, transmission, distribution, or National Grid projects. Strong understanding and practical application of NEC contracts. Experience managing subcontractor accounts, change control, and final accounts. Excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills. Ability to operate independently in a site-based commercial lead role. Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial background. Desirable ExperienceNational Grid project experience. High Voltage (HV) substation experience (132kV-400kV). Major infrastructure, energy transition, or power sector projects. Exposure to principal contractor environments. What's on OfferLong-term contract opportunity. Up to £600 per day Inside IR35. Major UK energy infrastructure project. Immediate start available. Opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile substation development. 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

Service Asset & Configuration Manager - Hybrid once you are established within the team Must have an Active SC Clearance as a minimum An Active DV Clearance would be an advantage but must be willing to undergo once started - Support OpNET Black, Red, Blue and Blue V1 live services, maintaining configuration integrity and supporting operational change. - Drive SACM assurance, governance, reporting and continual service improvement across complex technical environments. Service Asset & Configuration Manager Responsibilities - Establish, implement and improve SACM processes, procedures, tooling and governance. - Manage the SACM CMS, acting as the primary contact for incidents, enquiries and configuration updates. - Maintain accurate Configuration Items (CIs) and their relationships within the CMDB. - Use CMDB information to support Change, Release and Incident Management activities. - Perform baseline configuration comparisons to validate changes across OpNET environments. - Identify and implement appropriate tooling to support SACM processes. - Provide assurance over configuration data quality and resolve discrepancies with stakeholders. - Produce scheduled and ad hoc KPI reports, metrics and management information. - Coordinate and chair monthly Configuration Management Board meetings. - Develop Terms of Reference, meeting schedules and action tracking for governance forums. - Align enterprise SACM processes with OpNET requirements using BMC Remedy. - Maintain CI relationships across live services and associated ITSM processes. Service Asset & Configuration Manager Skills and Experience - Strong Service Asset and Configuration Management (SACM) experience. - Proven experience implementing and improving SACM processes, procedures and governance. - Strong CMDB and Configuration Management System (CMS) administration experience. - Experience managing Configuration Items, CI relationships and configuration baselines. - Strong knowledge of BMC Remedy and its use within SACM and ITSM processes. - Experience supporting Change, Release and Incident Management through CMDB integration. - Experience conducting configuration baseline comparisons and change validation. - Strong configuration data quality, assurance and compliance experience. - Experience chairing Configuration Management Boards and managing governance activities. - Strong KPI reporting, metrics analysis and management information experience. - Experience working with internal and external stakeholders to resolve configuration issues. - Experience supporting secure, complex live-service environments would be 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.

Business Analyst Must have an Active DV Clearance Business Analyst Responsibilities - Engage with MOD stakeholders, end-users and Product Owners to gather functional and non-functional requirements. - Translate complex operational requirements into user stories, acceptance criteria and prioritised backlog items. - Manage and refine product backlogs to support Agile Scrum and SAFe delivery. - Facilitate requirements workshops, stakeholder discussions and alignment sessions. - Support SAFe PI Planning, identifying feature dependencies, enabler stories and business value. - Develop process maps, data models and requirements traceability documentation. - Analyse existing legacy processes and design improved future-state workflows. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary delivery teams to ensure requirements are understood and implemented. - Identify gaps, dependencies and risks affecting business requirements and delivery. - Maintain accurate documentation using Jira, Confluence or Azure DevOps. Business Analyst Skills and Experience - Extensive of Business Analyst or Business SME experience. - Proven requirements elicitation, analysis and documentation experience. - Strong experience writing user stories, acceptance criteria and managing Agile backlogs. - Experience working within Agile Scrum and SAFe delivery environments. - Proficiency with Jira, Confluence or Azure DevOps. - Strong process mapping, data modelling and requirements traceability skills. - Understanding of software development lifecycles and digital transformation. - Experience supporting PI Planning, backlog refinement and Agile delivery ceremonies. - Excellent stakeholder engagement, workshop facilitation and communication skills. - Ability to translate complex operational requirements into structured specifications. - Experience working within MOD, Defence or secure Government environments would be advantageous. - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. - BCS Business Analysis or IIBA certification. - SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM) or equivalent Agile certification would be advantageous. - Must meet applicable UK Government security, nationality and residency requirements and have the right to work in the UK. 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 18 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.

DevOps Engineer - Remote Working with occasional site visits Must have an Active SC Clearance - Support platform enhancements, service onboarding, incident investigation and operational improvements. DevOps Engineer Responsibilities - Develop, implement and maintain DevOps and platform engineering solutions supporting Dynatrace and associated observability services. - Deliver infrastructure and configuration changes using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC). - Implement automated deployment pipelines using source control, peer reviews and testing. - Support cloud infrastructure and integrations across AWS and Azure environments. - Build and maintain monitoring, logging, tracing, dashboards and actionable alerting capabilities. - Support platform onboarding, integration testing and deployment verification. - Investigate technical incidents and resolve infrastructure or integration issues. - Apply security controls, least-privilege access and secure configuration practices. - Manage production releases, including rollback planning and operational validation. - Develop technical documentation, operational runbooks and engineering guidance. - Collaborate with architects, security specialists, engineering teams and service management stakeholders. - Ensure engineering changes comply with approved architecture, technical standards and governance requirements. DevOps Engineer Skills and Experience - Proven DevOps, platform engineering or infrastructure automation experience. - Strong experience using version control, peer review and automated CI/CD deployment pipelines. - Hands-on Infrastructure as Code or Configuration as Code experience using Terraform or comparable declarative automation tools. - Experience implementing and supporting cloud infrastructure within AWS or Azure. - Strong understanding of cloud identity, connectivity, security and operational requirements. - Practical experience implementing or supporting observability and monitoring platforms. - Experience working with metrics, logs, traces, events, dashboards and alerting. - Proven experience testing, deploying and supporting changes within live production environments. - Strong troubleshooting, incident investigation and technical problem-solving capabilities. - Experience applying security principles, including least-privilege access and secure configuration. - Ability to produce technical documentation, operational runbooks and deployment evidence. - Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary engineering teams. - Ability to work within established architecture and engineering standards while escalating complex technical decisions. 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.

IT Operations Platforms and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. 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 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. Soft 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. Summary of Skills Required: Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Global team management (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key - 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e management of managed service partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years, a technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £100K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Data Engineer with C# Dot Net asp.net with SQL Server SSRS and Power BI Our Client is a bank based in City 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 SSRS. You must have solid expertise of at least 7 to 10 years experience of working with and developing software with C# Dot Net and MS SQL Server and SSRS – SSRS is very important for this position. Additionally, you must have sound experience of working with Power BI and Python. 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. Data 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 SSRS packages. Risk & Regulatory 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. Main Skills Software analysis and design. SQL Server query language with SSRS. 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 SSRS and building data warehouses and reporting services. Experience of working with and developing software with Power BI and Python are essential. The Client is a Bank based in the City London. Must have a degree qualification. This is a 12 month FTC position with a salary of circa £65K - £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 ERP and CRM MS Dynamics 365 - London The Director of ERP and CRM is a senior member of the IT leadership team and reports to the Senior Director of Business Applications. They will be responsible for managing Dynamics 365 F&O, D365 CRM, all associated independent software package integrated to D365 F&O and CRM. and legacy ERP applications (Navision, DataFlo) . The successful candidate will have experience working with senior management to collaborate on business objectives and solutions. They must have strong leadership skills to build and manage an effective team of analysts and developers to support the business's systems and reporting requirements. This position will be a key business partner to functions across the organization. Their team will support business application users globally and provide support with local and remote support teams. Responsibilities: Partner with the functional leaders and their organizations to create Dynamics365 F&O and CRM roadmaps. Oversee the successful implementation of the ERP and CRM roadmap and portfolio of projects, either directly or in conjunction with the IT PMO, that is aligned integrated with Company short term and long-term goals Establish and lead the creation of technical SOPs and work instructions Organize and lead a highly technical global team for scale and growth Specify and implement standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the quality, efficiency, and reliability of business applications Implement CSI's technology risk management framework, including Information security, privacy, and disaster recovery. Foster a culture of trusted partnership, service, and continuous improvement Establish and meet service level commitments to support reliable and efficient daily operations Managing significant capital and operating budgets Lead and coach the ERP and CRM team to their full potential and develop their careers Support and drive process change and communication in line with Dynamics365 F&O and CRM best practice Coordinate and contribute to end-user training, including the development of system documentation and training materials Assist with functional specifications of customizations and integrations required for Dynamics365 F&O and CRM implementations Provide pre-go-live and post-go-live end-user support Serve as the lead Dynamics365 F&O and CRM technical expert on the development team Take responsibility for the customized unit programming and overall system functionality Work with the Project Managers, Business Analyst and Consultants to understand the business/application requirements of the assigned task Take responsibility for delivering development tasks within agreed budgets and timelines Creation of technical documentation for all customizations and integrations Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and capabilities: Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal and communication skills. Success managing complex systems implementation projects Functional knowledge of F&O capabilities for finance, manufacturing, and supply chain Functional knowledge of CRM capabilities for the prospect to order, marketing, and field service Experience integrating ISVs with D365 Experience with connecting D365 with Azure data lake Expertise in understanding complex technology & applying it in a practical way to create business solutions Minimum Experience: Bachelors or advanced degree in an analytic discipline such as engineering, economics, or information management Experience designing and presenting IT solutions In-depth knowledge of Dynamics 365 F&O and CRM (CE), including LCS, DevOps, BYOD, Dual-Write (DataVerse), RSAT SOX, HIPAA & GDPR knowledge preferred Senior-level application management experience (12+ years) 12+ years of people management 2+ years in a large international company preferred Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple demands Proven ability to write effective system and process documentation –including business and system requirements, process diagrams, and data flow charts Exceptional customer service skills follow up with clients and team members and takes the initiative to anticipate and solve problems Effective time management skills Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives with a minimum of supervision Ability to handle and resolve conflict Salary for this role will be in the range £90K - £110K plus benefits. The position will be based in Kings Cross London – with remote working until the pandemic is resolved. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Software Development Technical Lead Must have an Active DV Clearance Software Development Technical Lead Responsibilities - Translate SAFe features and enablers into technical designs and development stories. - Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable enterprise applications. - Establish coding standards, conduct peer reviews and reduce technical debt. - Provide architectural oversight and technical guidance throughout delivery. - Collaborate with System Architects and Technical Leads to manage cross-team dependencies. - Support CI/CD pipelines, containerisation and Infrastructure as Code. - Mentor developers and promote engineering best practices. - Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and SAFe planning activities. - Resolve complex technical challenges and communicate architectural decisions to stakeholders. Software Development Technical Lead Skills and Experience - Extensive experience in IT engineering and application architecture. - Proven experience as a Senior Developer or Technical Lead within Agile/SAFe teams. - Strong full-stack software development experience using modern programming languages. - Proven experience designing secure, high-availability enterprise applications. - Strong knowledge of cloud-native architecture and development patterns. - Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerisation and Infrastructure as Code. - Strong understanding of software architecture, code quality and technical governance. - Proven technical leadership, mentoring and stakeholder communication skills. - Experience working within Agile Scrum and SAFe delivery environments. - IT/Engineering NVQ Level 4, relevant degree or equivalent practical experience. - AWS, Azure, Agile/SAFe and ITIL certifications are relevant professional credentials. 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 18 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.

Job Title: Data Engineer Location: Liverpool, UK Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm We are seeking a talented and experienced Data Engineer to join our innovative and collaborative Database and AI Team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping our data strategy and driving business success. Your skills will contribute directly to our forward-thinking initiatives. At Acorn we value and prioritise innovation, teamwork, and continuous development. Key part of this role is to support our strategic data goals, ensuring system resilience and performance, and building secure, scalable database architectures. What you will be doing: Design and implement robust data ingestion pipelines for unstructured data using modern data engineering tools and frameworks. Develop and maintain scalable storage solutions (e.g., data lakes, NoSQL databases) optimized for unstructured data. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and software engineers to ensure data availability, quality, and usability. Apply data parsing, extraction, and transformation techniques (e.g., NLP, OCR, image/audio processing). Implement data governance, metadata management, and data cataloging for unstructured data assets. Monitor and optimize data workflows for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards. Share knowledge and mentor team members Stay ahead of the curve with the latest database technologies Experience of real time cloud streaming solutions What we are looking for: Essential Skills: Experience dealing with unstructured data including voice, chat, image Proven ability to manage secure, high-performance database environments Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills A passion for continuous learning and innovation Desirable skill: Databricks Azure Fabric Confluent/Apache Flink Knowledge Grow with Acorn At Acorn Insurance, we're proud of our Liverpool roots - and even prouder of how far we've come. As part of the Acorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone £750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: A maximum of 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: These aren't just words - they're the principles we live by. And we're proud to back them up with real action, earning recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer - championing mental health and wellbeing Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited - supporting every stage of life Armed Forces Covenant signatory - honouring those who serve Great Places to Work 2024/25 - fostering an engaging and positive workplace culture Best Place to Work for Development - proud to be investing in people's future Best Place to Work for Women - breaking down barriers to women's career progression A Few Things to Know Before You Apply: If your application is successful, we will commence relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements: Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You: We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Data Engineer, Data Platform Engineer, Data Analytics Engineer, Data Solution Architect, Database Architect, Infrastructure Engineer may also be considered for this role.

IT Infrastructure Operations and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. 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. 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. Soft 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. Summary of Skills Required: The following is a summary of the key skills that the Client would like you to bring to the company. Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Buy before Build mentality and demonstrable migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Azure Cloud services platforms, Global Operational team management experience (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e. management of managed service partners as a team extension globally, as well as service/solution delivery partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy Infra tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years in Enterprise Management of a global estate/user-base, a demonstrable technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.