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Technical Project Manager – Bank – City of London As the Technical Project Manager, you play an integral role in a high performing team to deliver technical projects on time, to budget and that achieve both the project objectives and increase internal customer satisfaction. This is a hybrid role where you apply your technical expertise in either software development or IT infrastructure projects. At times, you might need to chip in on business requirement scoping and technical delivery to get the project across the line. You leverage your project management expertise and adept communication skills to lead the end-to-end project lifecycle and by doing so, you directly shape the success of IT projects, and therefore our business. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining high performance levels for service-related processes, and implementing improvement activities wherever necessary Taking ownership of critical risks and issues, coordinating resolution with all appropriate constituents, and establishing effective communication between stakeholders Developing a deep understanding of projects to gain insights into the scope of service delivery Manage metrics reporting and analysis of business demand against capacity constraints Manage the development and delivery of IT products utilizing Scrum and Kanban methodologies Focus on the constant improvement of quality, speed and ensuring the team learns and gets better each sprint. Collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and security teams to comply with established policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements Provide communication and escalation to IT and business area management on critical issues Foster and maintain good working relationships with business area representatives to remain in sync on direction and future delivery requests Key Requirements: Comfortable capturing and challenging briefs to ensure we are delivering the most worthwhile solutions Experience of leading, energising and mentoring project members Experience in IT project delivery including managing all project phases from analysis, design, build, testing, implementation and hand over to BAU teams. Ability to work to tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure A high level of organisation and demonstrated skills to manage a team's capacity Comfortable multitasking and prioritising several tasks at once Hard-working with an outgoing and positive nature Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Technical skillsets within IT Infrastructure and Development will be mandatory Technologies: Microsoft based environment including – MS SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, IIS, Symantec, Citrix Network – Cisco, Palo Alto, ForcePoint, Symantec Email Security Programming Language – T-SQL, VB.net, C#, PowerShell, ASP The Client is a bank based in the City of London. The salary for this position will be circa £60K - £70K. This is a 12 month FTC position. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

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

Principal Electronics Engineer Macclesfield (4 Days On-Site, Friday WFH) £55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + 8% Employer Pension Contribution + Flexible Working Are you a Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer with a strong background in hardware and firmware development, looking to join a specialist engineering business where you can play a key role in the design of cutting-edge technology? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly technical engineering team, taking ownership of the design and development of new electronic hardware and embedded firmware solutions while supporting and enhancing existing product lines. Working on advanced sensing and signal processing technologies, you will be involved throughout the full product development lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, validation and ongoing maintenance. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working across both analogue and digital electronics. The successful candidate will possess strong hardware design expertise, embedded C programming skills and extensive experience with digital signal processing techniques (DSP). Any experience with optoelectronics, ARM microcontrollers, FreeRTOS or advanced PCB layout techniques would be highly advantageous. Offering a strong benefits package and a collaborative engineering environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious electronics engineer seeking a senior technical position with genuine career development. The Role: Design and development of new hardware and firmware solutions Maintenance, enhancement and support of existing electronic products Digital and analogue circuit design Signal acquisition, A/D conversion and digital signal processing PCB design and layout across new product developments The Person: Strong background in digital and analogue electronics design Experience with signal acquisition, DSP, filter design and FFT Embedded C programming experience PCB layout and hardware development expertise Knowledge of ARM/STM32, FreeRTOS, optics/optoelectronics or HDI PCB techniques advantageous Reference Number: BBBH278541 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.

Service Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance Work closely with solution, engineering, security and test teams to ensure Service Management requirements are embedded throughout the solution lifecycle. Service Architect Responsibilities Own and author Service Design collateral, including HLDs, BPMN models, processes, procedures and compliance statements. Review Service Design documentation produced by peers and ensure appropriate quality standards are maintained. Undertake Service Management impact assessments across service and technology designs. Map customer requirements and demonstrate compliance against agreed outcomes. Facilitate service readiness and operational acceptance activities. Perform Service Transition and Exit Management activities. Support the through-life management of services and technologies. Identify and escalate service risks and issues to the appropriate domain lead. Work with the overall Solution Owner and influence solution design to improve service stability, supportability and efficiency. Contribute to wider disciplines including Test and Security. Service Architect Skills and Experience Strong Service Architecture and Service Management experience within complex technology environments. Strong knowledge of ITIL and ISO 20000 Service Management frameworks. Detailed understanding of ITIL processes, ITSM tooling and Enterprise Management tooling. Strong knowledge of Service Management concepts, techniques and service lifecycle principles. Experience producing HLDs and detailed Service Design documentation. Strong process and architecture modelling experience using UML and BPMN. Knowledge and experience of SIAM operating models. Experience with requirements mapping, compliance and Service Management impact assessments. Experience supporting Service Transition, Exit Management and operational readiness. Understanding of PRINCE2 and Agile programme and project delivery frameworks. Commercial understanding of schedules and Statements of Work. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence overall solution design. 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.

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.

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract)Mansfield | Outside IR35 | Circa £400/day | Contract until Christmas A growing multidisciplinary consultancy based in Mansfield is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a key bid project through a busy period up until Christmas. This opportunity will focus on providing commercial support on a bid involving a bespoke form of contract and non-standard methods of measurement. The successful candidate will work closely with the existing commercial team and play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of tender submissions and commercial activities. Key ResponsibilitiesProvide commercial support on a live bid project. Review and interpret bespoke contract documentation. Prepare cost estimates, valuations and commercial submissions. Assist with commercial risk management and contract administration. Support tender and bid activities from a commercial perspective. Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to meet project and submission deadlines. Ensure accurate commercial reporting and documentation throughout the bid process. Required ExperienceProven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor. Strong commercial and contractual management capabilities. Experience supporting tenders, bids or pre-construction activities. Ability to understand and work with bespoke forms of contract. Strong cost management, estimating and commercial reporting experience. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to work independently and contribute from day one. Desirable ExperienceBackground within construction, infrastructure, utilities, power or civil engineering sectors. NEC and/or JCT contract knowledge. Consultancy experience. Experience working with non-standard methods of measurement. MRICS qualified or working towards chartership. Contract DetailsOutside IR35 Circa £400 per day Contract until Christmas Immediate start available Office-based in Mansfield, therefore candidates should be within reasonable commuting distance. Ideal CandidateThis role would suit a well-rounded, commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys variety, can quickly get to grips with unfamiliar requirements and is comfortable operating with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. 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

Project Delivery Manager Scope of the role: Manage the successful delivery of The Corp business and IT projects through the design, build, testing, acceptance, commissioning and handover lifecycle. Lead essential projects, managing the Corp IT project portfolio to share interdependencies and recommending trade-offs and phasing to manage competing resourcing and budget demands. Manage project gate reviews with the Head of IT to ensure each project has a robust business case, controls and delivery plan. Define and maintain standards for successful execution including documentation and metrics related to portfolio, programme, and project management. Manage project performance via objectives and key results (OKRs), monthly reviews with project sponsors. Initiate communication and improvement activities to ensure maximum alignment of The Corp Functions and IT priorities. Perform risk management and mitigation - evaluating data to prevent project problems and intervening to resolve issues where required. Manage staff within the project management team - coaching individuals in adopting improved project and portfolio management disciplines, fostering a supporting a hybrid/agile way of working within the team. Ensure that a complete picture of workflows and technical requirements are gathered and recorded to support the development of new or existing systems/applications Responsible for supporting the businesses in identifying their requirements and working with the Solutions Architect to evaluate proposed solutions, ensuring that they meet security, technical and business requirements Responsible for creating and getting sign off for all project documentation as detailed in the Corp IT Projects Run Book Develop detailed project plans, for monitoring and tracking of project deliverables Ensure projects can be fully resourced for delivery within the established project plan Manage relationships and workstreams with the business, key stakeholders, management and 3rd party suppliers Ensure risks and issues are accurately identified and recorded Ensure project gates are managed and appropriate sign off is given before proceeding to the next stage of the lifecycle Manage the portfolio of projects allocated Ensure that projects are initiated through the established Corp IT Project methodology “Front Door” demand management process Contribute input to periodic project prioritisation exercises as requested Responsible for the provision of performance information, ensuring timely and accurate reports are provided to the necessary parties Support departments Corp IT related continuous improvement activities in relation to processes, procedures and documentation Produce and maintain financial forecasts for projects by tracking project budgets, actuals, and invoices and accounting for the cause of any variances against forecasts Experience Required: Significant overall progressive IT experience Proven experience working as a Sr. Project Manager or Programme Manager Ability to define the scope, planning, resources and deliverables of a project in order to meet customers' expectations Ability to analyse project risks and develop mitigation strategies Ability to prioritise and delegate activities of project team Ability to mobilise and motivate a project team composed of The Corporate functions, IT and 3 Parties Ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders, delivery and support teams at programme, project and individual level Ability to control and report on project budget and relevant project KPIs Ability to deal with and manage conflict whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation Experience of delivering a portfolio of projects to time, quality and budget Experience in delivering application, infrastructure and cloud projects ITIL / Prince 2 / APM / Agile qualified or equivalent and/or qualified by experience. MS Power BI or equivalent experience for project reporting Responsibilities Project and programme preparation of business and IT projects with Corporate senior stakeholders Lead and manage project execution of different sizes and complexity Provide leadership and management of project teams during all phases of the projects Contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices and tools Lead role in the development of the Project Management Office, dashboards and KPIs Day-to-day management and maintenance of the project delivery roadmap Lead project delivery continuous improvement forum Management and development of Project Managers, Contractors and 3 Parties The Client is based in Central London – there will be some remote working. Salary £75K - £100K. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

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

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join a team supporting multiple data product and platform groups. This role is focused on improving the reliability, scalability, observability, and operational performance of critical data-driven platforms and services across complex production environments. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, platform, and support teams to strengthen monitoring and alerting capabilities, improve logging and traceability, troubleshoot production incidents, support deployments, and automate operational processes wherever possible. The environment includes Kubernetes, Helm, the ELK stack, and a strong focus on modern Site Reliability Engineering practices across cloud and platform services. This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced operational environments and is passionate about reliability engineering, automation, and continuous improvement. The role requires strong collaboration with both client stakeholders and engineering teams to ensure platform stability, operational excellence, and high service availability

UK based - Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 working from home. London, Bristol, Birmingham 3-6 month rolling Inside IR35 We are looking for number of Senior AI Native System Engineers, to join our Mobile networks team to transform the network using AI. The skill sets we are looking for are: - Systems engineering depth: Extensive experience designing complex software systems, distributed systems, data platforms or cloud-native services. - AI-native engineering mindset: Practical experience using AI-assisted engineering tools or coding agents to improve software delivery, testing, documentation or design productivity. - Technical fundamentals: Strong knowledge of algorithms, data structures, concurrency, operating systems, networking, APIs, integration patterns and performance trade-offs. - Cloud and platform experience: Good knowledge of cloud compute platforms, preferably AWS, including architecture patterns, security, observability, deployment and cost considerations. - Programming capability: Comfortable with system-oriented or strongly engineered languages such as Go, Rust, C/C++, Java or equivalent; Python experience is desirable for data and automation use cases. - Architecture and design leadership: Proven ability to set technical direction, resolve complex design trade-offs and guide engineering teams through ambiguity. - Quality and governance: Experience embedding secure-by-design, test-first, observable and compliant engineering practices into delivery workflows. - Communication: Able to communicate clearly with users, engineers, product owners and senior leaders, bridging business outcomes and technical decisions. - Learning agility: Demonstrates curiosity about how systems work beneath abstraction layers and the ability to learn new technologies quickly. Please share your latest 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.

Junior / Graduate IT Support Nottingham £24,000 - £26,000 + Full Training and Support + Progression + Development Opportunities+ Pension + Healthcare + Equipment Provided + Holidays Are you looking to start your career in IT and develop your technical skills in a varied, hands-on support role? Excellent opportunity for an Junior IT Support Technician to join an established business, gaining practical experience across technical support, IT administration and equipment maintenance. In this role you will provide first-line IT support, resolving basic hardware, software and network issues and escalating more complex problems to the wider IT team. You will help configure computers and devices, administer user accounts, maintain equipment records and create support documentation. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Windows and Microsoft 365, alongside a basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networks and security. You will ideally have troubleshooting skills, communicate confidently and demonstrate enthusiasm for learning. This is a great opportunity to build your technical knowledge through training while gaining practical experience supporting IT systems. The Role: Provide first-line IT support resolving basic hardware, software and network issues. Set up, configure and deploy computers, printers, mobile devices and user accounts. Assist with software updates, equipment maintenance, password resets and access requests. Maintain accurate IT asset inventories and document technical issues and resolutions within the ticketing system. Create and update support documentation, guides and FAQs, providing guidance on standard office applications. The Person: Looking to develop a career in IT, with enthusiasm and a strong willingness to learn. Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365 and standard office applications. Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networks and security protocols. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a logical and analytical approach. Excellent communication skills Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Senior 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 complex technical 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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., 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 be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be circa £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Digital Transformation Manager Our Client is a global organisation with offices in the City of London. You will lead the Digital Transformation (DX) team to support business units (BUs) in the EU region and drive relationship-based consultations to enhance the businesses with digital solutions, frameworks, and spearhead various digital transformation (DX) projects Leverage the Company's experience in DX, extensive knowledge base and business networks to bring distinctive insights and new ideas in the DX space for new project formulation (with investment) as well as future-proof existing businesses in the region Function of Position: Deeply understand the individual businesses (undertaken by BUs), the needs, and consult with the person/team in charge with several DX ideas and hypotheses to add value to new investments or increase value to existing investment assets (subsidiaries/affiliates) Develop short-term and long-term DX strategy in support of growth and revenue targets upon investment; Communicate various options, articulate quick wins, and tactics to realize benefits with DX for the respective business/service. Strongly collaborate with DX team members and support with DX use case roll outs for different businesses in various countries Conduct digital due diligence on a target company prior to investment decisions Understand adequate depth and breadth of emerging tech such as AI, Big Data, blockchain, NFT, IoT or metaverse and propose the associated benefits, trade-offs, and implementation strategies to business stakeholders Build innovative service and revenue models with the proposed DX ideas for the respective businesses. Communicate and closely work with team members and share opinions while developing new service models and/or enhance operational efficiency with digital technologies and/or analytics Continuously stay curious and up to date with the market trends/evolving tech to propose solutions for various Mitsui's businesses across assets in diverse industries Establish trust with internal and external stakeholders along with the hypotheses/DX solutions sharing Relationships: You will be working other team members of Digital Transformation Dept DX team members in the Integrated Digital Strategy Division of the Company Staff working in European offices Staff working in Globally PERSON SPECIFICATION Skills/Knowledge: Good communication skills (verbal, written, and listening) in English Able to act confidently, despite incomplete information; expect iteration and change; lover of new technologies, always asking “how can we do this better/differently?”, “What if..”, etc. Ability to listen and deep-dive pain points in BUs. Be able to summarise them with frameworks Ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical language. Be able to articulate and passionately present digital concepts to various stakeholders Proficient in sharing ideas/concepts using PowerPoint slides to relevant stakeholders within a short span of time Possess positive/proactive mindset to acquire new knowledge about business to expand his/her expertise independently Patience, empathy, understanding, and common sense. Ability to work as part of the team or on own initiative. Should be a self-motivated and reliable individual. Ability to multi-task, manage shifting priorities and work within strict deadlines. Ability to build a rapport with a wide range of people Ability to naturally communicate his/her ideas with analytical, logical, and abstract reasoning skills in project discussions towards investment decisions Willingness to travel and attend lunch/dinner with customers/clients when required Willingness to work in other countries such as Tokyo, Dubai, Singapore, New York, etc. including short-term training preferably Experience: Experience as Project Manager or Team Leader in Digital Transformation DX projects preferably in Decarbonization, Sustainability or Quality of Life 5-10 years of successful track record in consultancy experience in high growth areas such as retail, healthcare, food, chemical, mobility, energy or metal. Experience in business development and business planning would be beneficial. Education: Bachelor's or master's degree preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, or related degrees The Company is based in the City of London. The salary for this position will be in the range £50K - £60K Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Support Analyst with 2 Level Treasury Systems Support – FIS Integrity FIS Integrity -Treasury and Risk Management System Support Analyst with 2 Level experience. Our Client is in the process of implementing a global rollout of FIS Integrity Treasury and Risk Management System. You must have at least 1 to 4 years experience of working with and supporting FIS Treasury and Risk Management System Integrity. This is a 2 level implementation and support position. Operational Platform Monitoring & Treasury Process Assurance Ensures uninterrupted execution of Treasury‑critical processes and protection of daily cash positioning, payment execution, and cut‑off compliance. Monitor Treasury systems, interfaces, and scheduled jobs (EOD, SOD, intraday processes)  Oversee payment flows across SWIFT, API, EBICS, and bank platforms  Validate inbound data (bank statements, market data, trade feeds)  Execute operational runbooks for failed processes and controlled reprocessing  Perform daily checks and controls including cash position validation and transaction completeness Incident Management & Treasury Service Continuity Protects Treasury operations by restoring service rapidly when incidents threaten payments, liquidity visibility, or regulatory obligations.  Log, classify, and prioritise incidents in ServiceNow based on Treasury business impact  Perform structured triage and initial diagnosis  Resolve standard issues within SLA using approved knowledge base and runbooks  Escalate complex or cross‑system issues to L3 with full technical and business diagnostic context  Support major incident management processes and incident bridge calls Cash, Position & Exposure Data Integrity Ensures integrity of cash, position, risk, exposure, and hedge data used in Treasury decision‑making, external reporting, and audit processes.  Validate transaction, position, balance, and exposure data across Treasury systems  Identify and resolve discrepancies impacting liquidity confidence and risk accuracy Support reconciliation processes and ensure audit‑ready completeness of financial data Testing & Release Support with Treasury Assurance Ensures Treasury readiness and outcome protection for system changes and SaaS releases.  Support execution of business testing, UAT, and regression testing  Validate operational outputs resulting from system changes  Assist in business readiness checks prior to release or cutover Essential  2–5 years' experience in 1st / 2nd Line Treasury systems or financial systems support  Understanding of Treasury processes (payments, liquidity, settlements)  Experience with incident management and ITIL processes  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Desirable  Experience in FIS Integrity System  Basic SQL or data interrogation capability  Exposure to SWIFT, APIs, and integration technologies  Experience supporting UAT or testing cycles Qualifications  Degree in Finance, IT, or related discipline  ITIL Foundation (preferred) Experience with FIS Integrity or similar Treasury and Risk Management systems is highly desirable A proactive attitude and ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment This will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range £60K - £80K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

PEGA Senior System Architect - SC Cleared Our client is looking for a PEGA system architect who is a Certified PEGA Senior System Architect. You will have more than 3 years experience. Responsibilities: - Developing and implementing Pega applications based on business requirements - Performing functional testing of Pega applications to validate end-to-end requirements (willingness to perform functional testing if needed) - Debugging Pega applications using Pega OOTB debugging tools (knowledge of tracer, Pega logs, etc.) - Participating in design discussions with the Pega lead, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure high-quality deliverables - Documenting configurations and test cases following best practices The role is based remotely and the contract is for 3 to 6 months initially inside IR35. 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.

Information Security Manager with Network Engineering Skills Our Client is bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit a seasoned professional with at least 7 to 10 years expertise level Information Security coupled with Hands-on Network Engineering. The role is mainly Information Security – Data Security and split circa 80% with 20% Network Engineering – so you do need to be hands-on technically. You will ideally have circa 5+ years of work experience with Network Engineering coupled with over 10 years experience with Cisco Systems Products Role Description The Information Security Manager with Network Engineering Skills is a full-time hybrid role based in London, with the flexibility to work from home part of the week. The role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of information security policies, procedures, and controls across networks and systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the Information Security Management System (ISMS), monitoring cybersecurity and network security events, coordinating incident response, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The person in this role will collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to assess risks, implement technical and procedural safeguards, and support secure network architecture and configuration. Additional tasks include producing security documentation, leading security awareness initiatives, and providing guidance on secure network engineering practices. Qualifications Strong skills in Information Security Management and Information Security, with experience defining and enforcing security policies and governance. Hands-on expertise with Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), including implementation, maintenance, and audit readiness. Proficiency in Cybersecurity and Network Security, covering threat detection, vulnerability management, network hardening, and incident response. Demonstrated network engineering experience (e.g., routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, secure network design). Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+, or similar are beneficial. Experience with regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST) and security best practices. Ability to analyze complex technical environments, communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and document security requirements and processes. Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Key Networking Skills Required: Cisco Network Switches Layer 2 and 3 (Catalyst 9K) – CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Routing protocol – OSPF (Catalyst 9K) – CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Cisco Switch Stacking (Cat 9K Switches 9600, 9300. 9200) Virtual Routing and Forwarding – (Catalyst 9600) Internetworking Troubleshooting - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred High Availability and Disaster Recovery - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Security/Cyber Security Skills Required: Cisco Firepower Firewalls (ASA, FTD) - CCNP Level, Expert Level Preferred Palo Alto Firewalls – Specialist Level, Architect Level Preferred Cisco Layer 2 Port Security Network Access Control including Cisco ISE, TACACS etc Network Detection and Response Network Encryption (Site to Site VPN's) Cisco Secure Client (ASA) Network IPS (Trellix) Network Zero Day (Trellix NX or similar) Host Zero Day (Trellix HX or similar) Cyber Security Network Control Incident Investigation with the assistance of group cyber security experts – Tier 1, Tier 2 to 3 preferred, using LogRhythm SIEM a bonus Host End Point Protection (Symantec) Host IPS Preferred Skills and Knowledge Vulnerability Management (Scanning for Vulnerabilities and classifying the risk, CIS Benchmark Scanning and compliance) – Using Rapid7 a bonus Knowledge of Penetration Testing, understanding of the types of testing and their advantages and disadvantages Security Zone Design and considerations Network and Security Architecture Design and Considerations Understanding of Information Security (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001, SIEM use cases for key controls etc Risk Management in Cyber Security, SSL Blind spots, what causes them and how to mitigate Malware/Ransomware and how to mitigate along with Penetration testing concepts Understanding of White/Black/Grey Box penetration testing. Developing Security policies and procedures and conducting audits/risk assessments Handling crisis situations during security incidents The role is hybrid 3 days in the office in Central London. The rate for this role will be in the range £500 pd to £650 pd. This is a 3 month assignment. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.