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is your chance to take ownership of a complex rollout, ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are met while driving stakeholder engagement and compliance. Join a dynamic environment where your strategic thinking and leadership will make a tangible impact. You’ll be at the forefront of transformation, working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver a best … a major ERP implementation from start to finish Exposure to cutting-edge ERP systems such as SAP , Oracle , Dynamics , Netsuite , or Acumatica Opportunity to influence business transformation at a strategic level Collaborative environment with highly skilled professionals A 6-month fixed-term contract offering stability and focus on delivery Full office based role As an ERP Project Manager, your … ERP implementation experience ( SAP , Oracle , Dynamics , Netsuite , or Acumatica ) Strong project management methodology knowledge ( Agile , PRINCE2 ) Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an More ❯

Job summary We're seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Technical Lead to drive the delivery and evolution of the South West Secure Data Environment (SWSDE). This pioneering regional platform is transforming how health and care data is securely and ethically linked for research. Our aim is to improve health and wellbeing by making research safer, faster and fairer. … to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly More ❯

Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Preferred certifications: Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Juniper JNCIP/JNCIE, AWS/Azure network certifications, TOGAF, ITIL, CISSP, CCSP. Soft Skills & Attributes: Strategic and analytical thinker. Outstanding communicator able to translate technical designs for non-technical stakeholders. Strong leadership, mentoring, and documentation abilities. Vendor and stakeholder management skills. Continuous learning mindset. Deliverables More ❯

is desirable. Ideal Candidate: Our ideal candidate will be an experienced data management professional who thrives on enhancing trust and transparency in data. You will possess a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation capability, enabling you to define frameworks, configure tools, and drive cultural change. This role is critical in embedding data quality at the heart More ❯

is desirable. Ideal Candidate: Our ideal candidate will be an experienced data management professional who thrives on enhancing trust and transparency in data. You will possess a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation capability, enabling you to define frameworks, configure tools, and drive cultural change. This role is critical in embedding data quality at the heart More ❯

Portsmouth. The successful candidate will hold current and active SC security clearance , ensuring immediate contribution to critical projects. Role Overview As an Enterprise Architect, you will operate as a strategic leader, translating complex business strategies into effective technical solutions. Your expertise will drive enterprise-wide initiatives, aligning technology, data, and organisational goals. The role involves shaping architectural visions, managing … and lead the enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and roadmaps, including current ('as is'), future ('to be'), and transitional states. Identify priorities for change to support rapid delivery and enable strategic initiatives. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across business and technical domains, ensuring architectural consistency and alignment with organisational objectives. Establish and govern architectural principles, policies, and standards. Lead horizon scanning … teams, encouraging best practices and knowledge sharing. Guide decision-making in complex, high-risk scenarios, ensuring sustainable and scalable solutions. Maintain engagement with external partners to inform policies and strategic frameworks. Experience & Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in enterprise architecture, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects at organisational and government levels. Essential qualifications More ❯

Remote Hybrid (UK-based)?? Contract Type: 3 months contract possible extension Competitive rate Seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst for a major Records Management transformation . This role requires strategic thinking, strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills to deliver significant enterprise data governance change. About the Role Network Drive to SharePoint Migration - Support communication, readiness, and data More ❯

security strategy enhancements. Participate in change and transformation initiatives to improve digital and technology resilience. Develop and maintain internal controls , documentation, and policies aligned with enterprise risk frameworks. Provide strategic thinking and guidance on cloud security architecture and tool adoption. Collaborate across teams to promote professional collaboration , continuous improvement, and a culture of shared security ownership. Skills & Qualifications More ❯

OpenAPI, and API security Familiarity with banking processes and Open Banking standards Cloud (Azure/GCP), CI/CD, and integration tools (Kafka, IBM MQ) Strong stakeholder management and strategic thinking If the role is of interest please apply with your updated CV More ❯

OpenAPI, and API security Familiarity with banking processes and Open Banking standards Cloud (Azure/GCP), CI/CD, and integration tools (Kafka, IBM MQ) Strong stakeholder management and strategic thinking If the role is of interest please apply with your updated CV More ❯

Preferred Qualifications Experience with XDP or similar platforms. Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and API-driven ecosystems. Background in financial services or large-scale enterprise environments. Key Attributes Strategic thinker with visionary leadership. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to drive innovation and adoption in complex organizations. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of More ❯

London Job Type: Contract (until end of March 2026), Hybrid (2 days a week in office) We are seeking a UI/UX Subject Matter Expert to lead the strategic direction of user experience and interface design across a multi-system environment. This pivotal role focuses on shaping how complex operational data is presented in a simple, intuitive way … analytics, and usability testing. Advocate for accessibility, responsive design, and consistency across platforms. Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating both strategic and hands-on capabilities. Expertise in design systems, interaction design, and information architecture. Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar. Experience working in complex environments … with multiple systems and data sources. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution. Desirable: Experience in operational or logistics environments, knowledge of Decision Optimisation or similar analytical platforms, and familiarity with front-end development principles (HTML/CSS/JS). Benefits Hybrid working model Opportunity to lead and shape critical More ❯

an active member of the Design Authority and support the review and assessment of critical project deliverables from a SAP solution perspective considering SAP best practice Provide input to strategic direction of SAP solutions to ensure latest capabilities and functionality is available Support system landscape definitions and infrastructure related questions Engage in the latter stages of the deployment projects … agreed. Actively participate in CCB meetings, providing input and recommendations for architecture decisions and technology direction Experience & qualifications To be successful in this role you'll need: To be strategic, able to formulate, plan and execute strategies over short-, medium- and long-term horizons Developed technical leadership, with significant experience in SuccessFactors Solution Architecture and the ability to crystalise … collaborative, able to work with many stakeholders across CRH to delivery shared objectives A detailed focus on mission-critical enterprise systems, required to maintain & grow deliver bottom-line value Strategic thinking skills, to ensure that Tarmac is best placed to maximise value from technology Deep and practical understanding SAP SuccessFactors and associated business processes An understanding of the More ❯

enterprise-grade Go applications Experience of REST APIs, containerisation technologies, micro-services architecture Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently Excellent analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills In depth knowledge of best coding practices, code management, agile development practices and continuous delivery Understand how to performance optimise and fine tune backend applications to More ❯

and deliver the best possible systems solution Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to people with varying levels of technical knowledge Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements Good work ethic, with a More ❯

Engineering, Professional Services, and Operations to gather requirements, refine user stories, and support agile development and system improvements across key platforms. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic thinking and detailed execution. You will serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring solutions are aligned with business needs and scalable across the More ❯

Enterprise Architect - 12-Month Contract Location: Hybrid - Salisbury/Fareham Contract Length: 12 Months Overview We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead strategic architectural direction and drive organisation-wide transformation. This role is ideal for a senior architecture professional who can translate business strategy into effective change, influence cross-functional delivery, and provide authoritative guidance across business … and enable delivery at pace Lead and influence the delivery of cross-cutting capabilities that support organisational change Understand the organisational ecosystem, its interdependencies, and relevant reference architectures Provide strategic oversight across all architecture domains, portfolios, and programmes Recommend scalable, sustainable and value-for-money architecture approaches Establish and maintain architectural principles, policies, and standards Provide architectural assurance and … Skills & Experience Architecture for the Whole Context Assess industry and societal trends and their organisational impact Anticipate policy changes and build architectural resilience Coach others in trend awareness and strategic thinking Architecture Communication Engage effectively with senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Mediate complex architectural discussions Secure support for high-impact architectural initiatives Mentor colleagues in architecture communication More ❯

Essential Skills Cloud modernisation experience (AWS/Azure) - disqualifying if absent Legacy technology transformation (VMware, Hyper-V, Oracle) Government sector experience (almost essential) Agile delivery and digital service modernisation Strategic thinking with technical depth The Details Rate: £675/day inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Location: London/Bristol/Manchester (any location, flexible working) Clearance: BPSS minimum More ❯

Essential Skills Cloud modernisation experience (AWS/Azure) - disqualifying if absent Legacy technology transformation (VMware, Hyper-V, Oracle) Government sector experience (almost essential) Agile delivery and digital service modernisation Strategic thinking with technical depth The Details Rate: £675/day inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Location: London/Bristol/Manchester (any location, flexible working) Clearance: BPSS minimum More ❯

will leverage your deep expertise in AWS, automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code to drive efficiency, reliability, and scalability across the clients' cloud environments. This role blends strategic thinking and hands-on execution, covering the full DevOps lifecycle, from source control and build automation to continuous testing, deployment, monitoring, and feedback loops. As a senior team More ❯

for designing and governing the Agency IT infrastructure estate. The post holder will work with multiple teams on projects and problems that require broad architectural thinking. You will develop strategic and tactical engineering roadmaps for technologies and services in your area of responsibility, making sure that they are future-proofed, and that the organisation derives maximum value from its More ❯

for designing and governing the Agency IT infrastructure estate. The post holder will work with multiple teams on projects and problems that require broad architectural thinking. You will develop strategic and tactical engineering roadmaps for technologies and services in your area of responsibility, making sure that they are future-proofed, and that the organisation derives maximum value from its More ❯

change and digital enhancement. Reporting to the Digital Transformation Programme Owner, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the successful delivery of the work, combining leadership, strategic thinking, and project management skills to drive progress and deliver within agreed parameters to time, cost and quality, ensuring the outcomes support the achievement of the RNLIs annual … goals, objectives and strategic ambition through the development and delivery of the work. About you We are looking for someone who is a natural leader and a skilled communicator, with the ability to engage with all levels of an organisation, including a programme team of staff and/or volunteers, as well as senior and external stakeholders, ensuring they More ❯

Proven experience in Finance Business Partnering or senior analysis at group level. Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills in complex, tech-driven environments. A mindset for continuous improvement and strategic thinking. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. More ❯

professional services, equipment purchase, and fleet and warehouse agreements Supporting technology procurement for entertainment platforms, including OEM agreements and component sourcing Advising on governance, in-life service issues, and strategic commercial transactions Collaborating with internal stakeholders across customer care, supply chain, and tech teams This is a hands-on role requiring autonomy, strategic thinking, and the ability More ❯