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IDAM Engineer We are seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management (IDAM) Engineer to provide L2/L3 support for a large-scale, highly customised Identity and Access Management environment. The successful candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) and will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing critical identity management services across the organisation. The environment contains significant customisation, bespoke workflows, rule extensions, and integrations with multiple identity platforms, requiring an engineer capable of performing deep technical analysis and resolving complex incidents. The role will involve supporting integrations between Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM), Active Directory, This is a senior L2/L3 support role requiring strong operational experience within complex enterprise IAM environments. This role operates within secure facilities in either Inverness or Manchester and requires participation in a on call 24x7 operational shift rota. Key Responsibilities * Provide L2/L3 operational support for a highly customised Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) environment. * Analyse, maintain, and troubleshoot complex MIM synchronisation, provisioning, and identity lifecycle management processes. * Support and maintain MIM components including: * Support integrations between MIM, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, BeyondTrust, and other enterprise applications. * Perform root cause analysis for incidents, recurring issues, and service failures. * Maintain and support custom MIM rule extensions, workflows, management agents erience Identity & Access Management * Extensive hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) within enterprise environments. * Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) principles. * Proven experience supporting highly customised MIM implementations. * Strong understanding of: o Joiner, Mover, Leaver (JML) processes o Identity Lifecycle Management Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) o MIM Portal o MIM Workflows * Experience supporting custom MIM rule extensions and bespoke workflows. Identity Platforms Strong practical experience with: * Active Directory * Microsoft Entra ID * Okta * BeyondTrust Experience supporting: * Directory Synchronisation * Identity Federation Technical Skills * Strong PowerShell scripting skills. * Ability to review and troubleshoot C#/.NET code used in MIM customisations. Desirable Skills * Experience supporting Privileged Access Management (PAM) platforms. * Knowledge of BeyondTrust PAM or Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM). * Experience integrating MIM with cloud-based identity providers. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a hands-on senior IDAM engineer with deep expertise in Microsoft Identity Manager and a strong understanding of enterprise identity ecosystems. They will be comfortable supporting a heavily customised environment, investigating complex identity and access issues, and working across multiple integrated technologies including Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and BeyondTrust. The successful candidate will have the technical depth to operate at L2/L3 level, perform root cause analysis, support bespoke MIM customisations, and work closely with operational and engineering teams to ensure the stability, security, and integrity of critical identity services. 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.

IT Senior Network Systems Engineer Our Client is a Bank based in the City of London, are looking to recruit an IT Senior Network Systems Engineer ideally with at least 7 to 10 years of experience in IT ideally from within the banking financial industry. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. The Client would like the following key skills: CCNP level networking Solarwinds – Service Desk Software experience Experience of Palo Alto firewalls Firemon – Network Security Devices and Policy Management Complex Switches experience is essential. Experience of Avaya PABX systems Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Bank by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope To design, plan and deploy IT projects to enhance the existing IT infrastructure and also any applications required by the bank. End User Computing support for all staff. 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 Bank 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 Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness To maintain the AYAYA PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times The following is a list of technical skills required for the role: Technical/Functional skills Proficient in common operating systems Windows 10, Windows Server 2016 and above Redhat Linux based Operating System Software proficiency VMWare v6.7 and above Veeam Backup and Replication Symantec Endpoint Protection Symantec Endpoint Encryption ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus Microsoft Office 365 Networking (IT) Cisco Switches and Routers Palo Alto Firewalls LAN/WAN Routing Hardware Dell PowerEdge Servers Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Project management Data analysis Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) Strong interpersonal skills Strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) Strong stakeholder engagement Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The salary for this role is in the range £70K - £80K. This is a 12 month FTC role. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Systems Support Engineer Our Client is a Bank based in Central London, are looking to recruit an IT Systems Support Engineer ideally with at least 2 years of experience in IT within the financial industry and overall 5 years of experience in IT. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Bank by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope To design, plan and deploy IT projects to enhance the existing IT infrastructure and also any applications required by the bank. End User Computing support for all staff. 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 Bank 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 bank To monitor the CCTV, telephony systems and door access systems and to ensure that they are well maintained with proper backup and that relevant maintenance procedures are applied Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations To maintain the branch PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times The following is a list of technical skills required for the role: Technical/Functional skills Proficient in common operating systems Windows 10, Windows Server 2016 and above Redhat Linux based Operating System Software proficiency VMWare v6.7 and above Veeam Backup and Replication Symantec Endpoint Protection Symantec Endpoint Encryption ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus Microsoft Office 365 Networking (IT) Cisco Switches and Routers Fortigate Firewalls LAN/WAN Routing Hardware Dell PowerEdge Servers Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Project management Data analysis Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) Strong interpersonal skills Strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) Strong stakeholder engagement Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The salary for this role is in the range £35K - £40K. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Director Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams. This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams. Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems. Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. Report to the Board, on IT strategy, progress, and performance. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. IT Management and Information Technology skills Experience in IT Operations and IT Strategy Knowledge of Network Security Strong leadership and project management abilities Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development. Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments. Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels. Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically. Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends. Preferred Skills: Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector. Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics. This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London. The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.

Onsite Support Engineer Location : Southampton Opportunity to work with a Global customer account, at their Head Office in Southampton. The role itself encompasses managing fault calls, service requests and planned changes, Smart-Hands support and manning PC/Laptop builds, OS configuration, AD administration, some hardware repair. This position will require an engineer capable of building key relationships with end users, including VIP/Executives/Senior Management and their support staff. Capable of taking ownership of complex cases and managing end to end resolution. Mandatory skills: Personable - Must be able to communicate at all levels and represent at the highest level Strong organisational and admin skills Attention to detail Deskside capabilities S-NOW Office 365 Windows 11 Asset Management Documentation creation Desirable skills: AV support (or a willingness to learn) Target Start Date asap Target End Date 31/12/26 Recruitment Type: Contractor Rate: £200 Inside Location of role: Southampton 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.

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead Our Client a bank, in Central London are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure professional who is ideally looking for their next challenge in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Infrastructure Officer to lead the management, security, and continuous improvement of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The Senior IT Infrastructure Officer will be playing a key role in ensuring the availability, resilience, and performance of critical systems while supporting technologies across servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, and business-critical financial applications. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in Windows/Linux, VMware, Microsoft 365, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management who also enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Must have 7 years' experience in enterprise infrastructure, ideally within banking or financial services, and be passionate about delivering secure, reliable IT services.. The role will be Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm and reporting into the Head of IT & Data. Due to the nature of the role, the individual is expected to work in our offices, 5 days per week, during their probationary period This role is totally hands-on. Role Description The Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead is a full-time hybrid role based in London, with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and improvement of the company's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and core systems. The person in this role will lead and mentor technical staff, manage system performance and availability, and coordinate responses to incidents and service requests. Typical tasks include monitoring network and system health, implementing security measures, resolving technical complex issues, planning upgrades, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business needs. The role also involves vendor management, documentation of infrastructure and procedures, and contributing to IT strategy and roadmap decisions. Qualifications · Candidates should possess strong skills in Network Administration and Information Technology for managing and optimizing infrastructure and systems. · Candidates should possess solid Technical Support and Troubleshooting skills to diagnose, resolve, and prevent complex IT issues. · Candidates should possess expertise in Network Security to implement, monitor, and improve security controls and practices. · Extensive experience in leading IT infrastructure projects, including planning, implementation, and migration activities. · Proven ability to manage and mentor IT teams, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. · Experience with server and cloud technologies, virtualization, backup and recovery, and IT monitoring tools. · Relevant professional certifications (eg, CompTIA Network+, CCNA, MCSE, or similar) are beneficial. · Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Infrastructure & Systems Management · Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. · Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). · Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. · Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. · Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). · Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (eg, Splunk, Tenable). · Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. · Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. · In depth understanding of Cyber ​​security · Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. · Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing & Branch Support · Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. · Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. · Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. · Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. · Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. · Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support · Support and administer business-critical applications, including: · Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP · Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (eg, Syncovery, other SFTP). Networking • Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. • Administer FortiGate firewall environments. • Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management · Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. · Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (eg, Splunk). · Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. · Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. · Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. · Support physical access control systems (eg, Paxton) Operating Systems · Windows 11 · Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization · VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) Veeam Backup & Replication Veeam ONE, VRO Microsoft Office 365 · ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus SaaS solutions SQL Server Security · Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) · Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) SentinelOne – EDR/XDR Endpoint DLP solutions Firewall administration · Vulnerability management tools (eg, Tenable) SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking Cisco Switches and Routers · FortiGate Firewalls · LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage Dell PowerEdge Servers · Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Education Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The role is based in Central London and initially will be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be around £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

E-Commerce Executive Milton Keynes £35,000 - £40,000 + KPI Bonus + Progression + Benefits Are you an ambitious and commercially minded E-commerce professional with WooCommerce experience, looking for an opportunity to take ownership of multiple international online stores while directly influencing traffic growth, conversion performance and revenue generation across established global brands? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business where you will play a key role in managing and developing ecommerce operations across multiple brands and international markets. You will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of WooCommerce websites, ensuring products, promotions and content are optimised to maximise online sales. Working closely with marketing teams, external agencies and web developers, you will drive traffic acquisition strategies, improve customer journeys and identify opportunities to increase conversion rates and average order value. The role offers a strong blend of hands-on ecommerce management, digital marketing and commercial analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience managing WooCommerce websites, a strong understanding of SEO, PPC and GA4, and a data-driven approach to improving ecommerce performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a visible impact within a well-established international business offering genuine autonomy and growth opportunities. The Role: Manage and optimise WooCommerce ecommerce websites Maintain product content, pricing, promotions and merchandising activity Drive website traffic through SEO, PPC and digital marketing initiatives Analyse website performance and implement conversion rate improvements Coordinate projects with external agencies, developers and digital partners Produce ecommerce performance reports and support revenue growth targets The Person: Experience in ecommerce, digital marketing or website management Strong knowledge of WooCommerce, SEO, PPC and Google Analytics 4 Commercially aware with strong analytical skills Experience working with external agencies and suppliers Experience with CRO, A/B testing, Google Shopping or B2B ecommerce advantageous Reference Number:BBBH277326 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Role Title: Network Engineer - Proxies (x2) Location: Barrow in-Furness | Hybrid - 80% office & 20% home Duration: 12/02/2027 This role will support the day-to-day management and maintenance of 28 proxy servers, including 10 in non-business, 3 in business, 14 in conferencing and messaging, 1 test environment, and 2 PAC file servers. Responsibilities include configuration changes, monthly patching across all 28 servers, handling approximately 30-40 incidents per week, processing 20-30 web access requests per week, supporting new project implementation for SAS applications, and responding to additional ad hoc requests such as server implementations. Primary skills: Proxy infrastructure support, server maintenance, incident management, change implementation, patch management, web access administration, troubleshooting, operational support, and stakeholder coordination. As an integral part of a Network Operations Centre, you'll have fantastic opportunities to develop both yourself and our collective capabilities performing RUN activities with other likeminded Network Analysts. As part of the team, you'll be empowered to: Perform Level 2/3 Network incident diagnostics/resolution. Network change & request implementation Continue to strengthen and bolster your existing capabilities through a mix of professional training, certifications, and experiences. At Capgemini, you can bring your whole self to work. Inclusivity is part of our everyday culture, and we strive to create a representative and welcoming environment for all. Your skills and experience Experience supporting enterprise networks with valid networking technical certifications demonstrating proficiency. Experienced in supporting Firewalls (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA & AnyConnect Remote Access) Experience and understanding of troubleshooting routing issues (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP) Good working knowledge of ITIL processes. Please share your CV 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.

IT Systems Network Support Engineer Our Client is a Bank based in Central London, are looking to recruit an IT Systems Support Engineer ideally with at least 2 years of experience in IT within the financial industry and overall 5 years of experience in IT. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Bank by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope To design, plan and deploy IT projects to enhance the existing IT infrastructure and also any applications required by the bank. End User Computing support for all staff. 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 Bank 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 bank To monitor the CCTV, telephony systems and door access systems and to ensure that they are well maintained with proper backup and that relevant maintenance procedures are applied Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations To maintain the branch PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times The following is a list of technical skills required for the role: Technical/Functional skills Proficient in common operating systems Windows 10, Windows Server 2016 and above Redhat Linux based Operating System Software proficiency VMWare v6.7 and above Veeam Backup and Replication Symantec Endpoint Protection Symantec Endpoint Encryption ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus Microsoft Office 365 Networking (IT) Cisco Switches and Routers Fortigate Firewalls LAN/WAN Routing Hardware Dell PowerEdge Servers Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Project management Data analysis Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The salary for this role is in the range £35K - £40K. The Client is a bank based in Central London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Director We offer leading-edge capability, technology and innovation to enable companies to take products into clinical trials and provide clinical, process development, manufacturing, regulatory, health economics and market access expertise. Our aim is to make the UK the most compelling and logical choice for UK and international partners to develop and commercialise these advanced therapies. Leadership of the IT group to service external and internal customers. Our Client is seeking to recruit an IT Director with exceptional credentials and expertise in setting up the planning and strategy framework for the company going forward. You will have at least 10 years expertise at a senior level. Key Accountabilities: • Working with the CFO and Operational leaders set the strategy and objectives • Select the right people, develop, and coach the team • Support internal customers through effective business partnering • Deliver IT services to customers/collaborators resident at the company locations including access/integration to Company business systems and infrastructure (communication/hardware) • Ensure security of data and systems balancing effectiveness with the need for collaboration internally and with customers • Deliver continuous improvement of services for internal and external stakeholders and Collaborators • Ensure IT Services and are delivered efficiently and effectively • Manage delivery of services within the agreed budget Required Experience: • A minimum of ten years' experience leading IT at a senior management level • Track record of delivering results quickly • Experience in delivering IT services to customers • Work in a GMP or highly regulated environment Preferred Experience: • Experience of agile product development • Experience of Lean Six Sigma • Infrastructure delivery (networking, hardware) to customers • Experience with data science project delivery Knowledge / Skills / Competencies: • Highly motivated, pragmatic, and practical to support the mission of the Company to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK. • High level interpersonal, communication (oral and written) skills. • Resilient, with the ability to manage multiple and varied tasks and prioritise workload within a fast-paced professional environment, with a strong attention to detail. • Flexible and pragmatic, able to learn quickly and respond flexibly to project needs and priorities. • Project ownership and pride in its delivery. • Ability to work well under pressure, to work independently and to be able to take the initiative when completing tasks. • Ambitious, collaborative, driven. • Comfortable operating autonomously once goals and objectives are set. • Able to evaluate complex situations and find solutions for them in a professional manner. • Ability to quickly establish credibility and build rapport and trust. • Proven ability to engage constructively with colleagues at all levels across different departments to deliver objectives and to respond to a wide range of customer and management needs. • Proven diplomacy skills with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders. • High degree of motivation, problem solving skills and innovative thinking. • A good team player with a hands-on approach, and adaptable to new challenges. • A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development. • Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise, and best practice. • Willingness to travel. • Proven coaching/mentoring ability. • Strong presentation skills. • Sincere and secure - accepts own mistakes - prioritises team over personal goals. • Driven and proactive - goes above and beyond the call of duty to achieve company results. • Astute and persuasive - leads and inspires colleagues. • Strong influencing and leadership skills. Understands influencing, stakeholder management and negotiation strategies. The Client is ideally seeking someone from a Pharmaceutical or Bio Science background and who understands how to work with the government and government funding. This position will manage 15 people within the IT team. Qualifications: Degree level qualification MBA preferred IT qualifications preferred but not essential Location and Travel: • Contracted location Stevenage • Ability to travel to Company locations The role will be based near Stevenage with hybrid working. Salary will be £110K - £130K + Benefits Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Support Consultant As an IT Consultant, your primary responsibility is to deliver excellent IT support to end-users while ensuring that projects are designed and implemented in accordance with business requirements. You will also be responsible for introducing new technologies, promoting RPA services, and training customers to improve their IT/DX literacy. Provide a range of IT services for our customer Promoting MS Office365, RPA services and new technology to our customer by verifying each technology IT Partners/Vendors Management related to those projects Activities related to customer's IT/DX Literacy improvement (Planning internal IT seminar, Reviewing materials) Liaison with our HQ team and end users using Japanese and English, working closely with related parties to ensure a coordinated approach to IT/DX support and projects. Key Responsibilities: IT Consultant UX/DX support and RPA services Respond to general IT/DX related requests collaborating with other team members Understand a customer's IT/DX needs and clarify customer's system and DX requirements Collaborate with customers to identify the scope of a project, timelines, and resources Provide day-to-day management of projects by leading the planning and implementation of projects during the project lifecycle Assist in testing including UAT and validating Proof-Of-Concepts Provide support services for system maintenance collaborating with other team members Communicate and coordinate with the person in charge of the project in HQ (in Japanese) Communicate and coordinate with the users/stakeholders in each office (in English/Japanese) Skills / Knowledge: Technical Strong experience and knowledge of M365 application, especially SharePoint Online and MS Teams Basic system development and operational knowledge (Experiences in system design and maintenance) IT Vendors or Partners management experiences (IT Vendors control and negotiation skills) Customer support / user support experiences Preferred experience with Japanese companies Preferred experience with UX and DX (Digital Transformation) technical projects Preferred experience with Power Platform development, Azure Preferred technical proficiency in UiPath RPA, SAP ERP, MS Excel Macro/VBA, MS Access (desired but not required) Communication Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills Adoptability to work in a fast-changing environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in English & Japanese language skills (Reading/Writing/Speaking) User facing support skills Self-motivated and an innovative mindset Experience: Must have 5+ years IT experience in a corporate environment Preferably 1 -3 years experiences of System Development and Maintenance The Client Company is based in City of London. The salary for this position is circa £50K – £60K. Please note that the Client does NOT provide sponsorship – so you must have the right to work in the UK. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.