1 to 25 of 117 Permanent Lead Jobs in the City of London

Lead Product Engineer – Higher Education (Hybrid, London) Are you a senior product engineering leader who thrives on transformation? A prestigious London-based university (Zone 2) is undergoing a major digital change programme and is looking for an experienced Lead Product Engineer to help shape the future of its IT & Digital Services. This newly created position offers the chance to rebuild … trust with stakeholders, coach a motivated engineering team, and influence how technology supports over 7,500 students and staff every year. What You’ll Do Lead and mentor a team of Product Engineers, building a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Oversee end-to-end delivery of technical and digital products, from roadmap to rollout. Work closely with Product Owners … research and student experience. Inclusive and supportive culture, with access to staff networks, professional development, and university-style perks (discounts, facilities, libraries). If you’re a hands-on leader who enjoys stakeholder engagement, team coaching and making real change happen, we’d love to hear from you. More ❯

Lead Product Engineer – Higher Education (Hybrid, London) Are you a senior product engineering leader who thrives on transformation? A prestigious London-based university (Zone 2) is undergoing a major digital change programme and is looking for an experienced Lead Product Engineer to help shape the future of its IT & Digital Services. This newly created position offers the chance to rebuild … trust with stakeholders, coach a motivated engineering team, and influence how technology supports over 7,500 students and staff every year. What You’ll Do Lead and mentor a team of Product Engineers, building a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Oversee end-to-end delivery of technical and digital products, from roadmap to rollout. Work closely with Product Owners … research and student experience. Inclusive and supportive culture, with access to staff networks, professional development, and university-style perks (discounts, facilities, libraries). If you’re a hands-on leader who enjoys stakeholder engagement, team coaching and making real change happen, we’d love to hear from you. More ❯

Lead the Future: Global Claims IT Solutions Leader We are looking for a talented professional to join Marsh McLennan as a Claims IT Leader. This hybrid role is based in London and requires a minimum of one day per week in the office. As the lead relationship manager for our strategic partner, youll drive our global claims technology strategy. Youll More ❯

Aker Systems was founded in 2017 by a team of experienced technology professionals who recognised an opportunity to provide highly secure enterprise data platforms to large organisations. We build and operate ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high performance, cloud-based data More ❯

Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and motivated IT Support Engineer to join a financial services firm based in the West End of London. In this role, you will be responsible for providing 1st and 2nd line support, ensuring More ❯

Test Lead City of London - Flexible Working (2 days on-site) Permanent Salary: £65-72,000 per annum + permanent benefits About the Role We're looking for an experienced Test Lead to play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality business applications across a diverse technology landscape. You'll be responsible for leading the planning, execution … Power Apps, and data integrations. This role requires strong communication, planning, and leadership skills - and an ability to champion testing excellence and continuous improvement across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the definition and execution of test strategies, plans, and cases. Capture test results, defects, and priorities; ensure clear documentation throughout. Collaborate with business stakeholders and technology teams to deliver successful … to detail. Effective communicator who can influence and collaborate across teams. Self-starter, adaptable, and proactive in driving results. Committed to maintaining documentation and following process rigorously. Able to lead by example and create a culture of quality and accountability. More ❯

Lead Data Scientist £75,000 per annum Hybrid | Central London (2–3 days per week in-office) Permanent | Full-Time We’re working with a leading UK-based law firm that’s investing heavily in digital transformation, innovation, and AI. As part of this, we're recruiting a Lead Data Scientist to help shape and deliver scalable products that sit … data science, software engineering, and DevOps. If you’re a technically curious builder with a track record of delivering software into production - and you're ready to take the lead in a collaborative, fast-paced environment - this could be the ideal next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of innovative digital products from concept through to production More ❯

Lead Software Developer 85,000 London Financial Services Overview A market leading financial company is seeking a Lead Software Developer to lead the design, development, and delivery of risk and compliance technology solutions across its Marketing operations. This is a high-impact role at the centre of a business transformation journey, with responsibility for building robust, scalable systems for market … reporting. The successful candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with commodities trading knowledge, driving the development of innovative solutions to support a complex, global marketing business. Role & Responsibilities Lead design and delivery of risk reporting, P&L attribution, and compliance systems for Marketing IM Develop tools for real-time dashboards, scenario analysis, and risk monitoring (market, credit, operational) Build … Enhance and integrate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) risk platforms Collaborate with risk teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions Define design patterns, development standards, and quality controls Lead and mentor developers, managing performance and growth Contribute to tech strategy, promoting innovation and best practices Essential Skills & Experience 8+ years in software development within commodities/financial services Skilled More ❯

Lead Data Engineer A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Data Engineer to join a London based global law firm on a permanent basis. Lead Data Engineer Key Responsibilities: * Design and build scalable, cloud-based data platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP). * Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data. * Deliver dashboards and reports using … Power BI. * Lead a small team of data engineers and analysts. * Support AI/ML analytics and data science initiatives. * Ensure data governance, quality, and security compliance (e.g. GDPR). * Work closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver data-driven insights. * Improve data processes, automation, and system performance. Lead Data Engineer Attributes/Skills: * Strong experience in data engineering … with AI/ML concepts and modern data tools. * Previous team leadership or mentoring experience. * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. * Experience in professional services (legal or similar) preferred. Lead Data Engineer In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to More ❯

Are you an experienced Network Engineer with excellent knowledge of Fortinet suite of products? Would you like own the network of a growing business as they look to adopt an enterprise approach to networking? Can you demonstrate the ability to More ❯

A leading global investment bank is seeking a Java Developer/eTrading Strategist to join its London Rates eTrading team . This front-office role focuses on designing, building, and optimising low-latency Java trading systems that power the bank More ❯

Lead Full-stack Developer Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated to transforming the recruitment … landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior Developers, maintaining a hands-on approach … high performance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role. Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Deep expertise in full-stack development, including: TypeScript/JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS, Tailwind) Python More ❯

Lead Mobile Engineer Smart Spaces is transforming how people interact with their workplace. Our platform delivers seamless smart-building experiences - from mobile access and room bookings to climate controls and social engagement - all from one app. We are looking for a Lead Mobile Engineer with a strong track record of Flutter experience to own the client-facing apps that drive … of Product to shape and deliver the roadmap. We are looking for a pro-active, product mindset, who can work autonomously and collaboratively in a team. Role Summary As Lead Mobile Engineer, you will: Own the Mobile Roadmap: Work with the CTO and Head of Product to define and deliver a secure, scalable, and delightful mobile experience. Lead the Mobile … our Flutter apps: Clean UI, smooth animations, solid performance, low errors. Own mobile architecture: State management, networking, CI/CD and release pipelines, strong testing frameworks, monitoring and alerting. Lead the squad: Plan Sprints, unblock engineers, coaching and mentoring, raise risks early. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure technical choices align with product goals. Track and More ❯

Lead Software Developer – Relocation to Newcastle upon Tyne Up to £120,000 - £150,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client is a newly established joint venture between a global leader in management consulting and a leading global alternative investment fund manager. They are building a team of exceptional developers in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, creating an intellectually stimulating environment More ❯

Lead Software Developer – Relocation to Newcastle upon Tyne Up to £120,000 - £150,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client is a newly established joint venture between a global leader in management consulting and a leading global alternative investment fund manager. They are building a team of exceptional developers in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, creating an intellectually stimulating environment More ❯

Lead Data Scientist London - 3 days a week Up to £125,000 About the Company We’re working with a next-generation private markets firm that is redefining value creation by combining deep industry expertise with advanced AI and data science. This is a unique opportunity to join a company that partners directly with portfolio companies to drive measurable operational … and financial performance—powered by data. They’re now hiring a Lead Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytics and machine learning projects across a wide variety of real-world domains. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the autonomy to shape technical approaches while staying closely tied to commercial outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who … data science, and wants to work at the intersection of technology, investment, and strategy. Key Responsibilities Translate complex business problems into measurable data science solutions that deliver commercial value Lead the design, development, and deployment of predictive and optimisation models across multiple industries Own the end-to-end ML pipeline: data exploration, feature engineering, modelling, evaluation, and deployment Collaborate with More ❯

Lead Data Scientist London - 3 days a week Up to £125,000 About the Company We’re working with a next-generation private markets firm that is redefining value creation by combining deep industry expertise with advanced AI and data science. This is a unique opportunity to join a company that partners directly with portfolio companies to drive measurable operational … and financial performance—powered by data. They’re now hiring a Lead Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytics and machine learning projects across a wide variety of real-world domains. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the autonomy to shape technical approaches while staying closely tied to commercial outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who … data science, and wants to work at the intersection of technology, investment, and strategy. Key Responsibilities Translate complex business problems into measurable data science solutions that deliver commercial value Lead the design, development, and deployment of predictive and optimisation models across multiple industries Own the end-to-end ML pipeline: data exploration, feature engineering, modelling, evaluation, and deployment Collaborate with More ❯

HR Data Lead (12-Month Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in office) Type: Fixed Term Contract | Full-Time Reports to: HRIS Manager Overview We are seeking an experienced HR Data Lead to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, supporting the implementation and rollout of a new HRIS/HR SaaS platform as … and hands-on position , responsible for leading all aspects of HR data management throughout the project lifecycle-from data discovery and migration to post-implementation optimisation. The HR Data Lead will ensure the integrity, quality, and compliance of HR data while enabling accurate reporting and analytics to support business decision-making. Key Responsibilities Data Strategy & Planning Define and implement the … vendor teams to align data requirements with system capabilities and business needs. Develop data models, mapping documentation, and migration plans for legacy-to-new system transition. Data Migration & Integration Lead the end-to-end data migration process, including extraction, cleansing, transformation, validation, and loading. Ensure data integrity and consistency across HR modules such as Core HR, Payroll, and Talent. Coordinate More ❯

DataStrategyLeadCharitySector-£67,752Hybrid2daysinCityHQ Offeredona24monthFTCbasis,theDataStrategyLeadwillplayacentralroleindeliveringthischaritysdatastrategy,withaparticularfocusonenablingtheworkoftheirdataengineeringanddatamanagementspecialists. Thedatastrategywillsetoutaclearambitiontostrengthenhowtheymanageanddeliverdataacrosstheorganisation.TheDataStrategyLeadwillembedtheseaimsintodeliveryplans,teamworkflowsandsupplierrelationships. Whilenotatechnicalspecialist,therolerequirescredibleandconfidentleadershipacrossatechnicallycomplexandevolvingenvironment.Itdemandsastrongunderstandingofdatasystemsandthehealthandcaredatalandscape,alongwithexperiencedeliveringcomplexprogrammes,managingsupplierperformance,andinfluencinginternalandexternalstakeholders. DataStrategyLead-Keyresponsibilities: StrategicLeadershipoftheDataStrategy ProgrammeManagementandCoordination OversightandDevelopmentofDataPlatforms StakeholderEngagementandInfluence DataStrategyLeadExperienceRequired: Substantialexperiencecoordinatingcomplexprogrammesandprojects,involvinghealthdataplatformsorarelatedarea. Experienceofleadingsupplierrelationshipmanagement,includingperformancemonitoringandcontracting.Withconfidenceinholdingsupplierstoaccount;representinginternalneedsinexternalconversations. Trackrecordworkingeffectivelywithoralongsidedataprofessionals(e.g.engineers,datamanagers,analysts,economists). Workingknowledgeofdatamanagement,dataengineering,andplatformsinahealthandcaredatacontext.Notnecessarilyasapractitioner,butwithenoughunderstandingtocoordinateacrossrelevantstakeholders. Excellentabilitytomanageandprioritisemultipleworkstreams,complexinterdependencies,andtimelines. Adeptatidentifyingrisks,unblockingissues More ❯

Aker Systems was founded in 2017 by a team of experienced technology professionals who recognised an opportunity to provide highly secure enterprise data platforms to large organisations. Aker builds and operates ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high performance, cloud-based data More ❯

Aker Systems was founded in 2017 by a team of experienced technology professionals who recognised an opportunity to provide highly secure enterprise data platforms to large organisations. We build and operate ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high performance, cloud-based data More ❯

Sales Training Manager Location: London/Bracknell Salary: £55k The Role – Sales Training Manager Our client, a leading IT solutions provider, is seeking a forward-thinking and energetic Sales Training Manager to drive excellence across its sales division. This is More ❯

Technical Data Lead Central London Up to £150,000+ Benefits My client is seeking a Technical Data Lead to spearhead the architecture, implementation, and evolution of a modern data platform for a leading insurance firm in London. This role requires a strong technical background in integration and data architectures, as well as leadership experience managing both technical teams and client … relationships. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Platform Technical Lead, Data Architect, or similar role, leading enterprise data platforms at scale. Strong technical expertise in Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, Data Lakes, and Kafka. Deep understanding of modern data platform architectures, including Lakehouse, Kappa, and Lambda. Experience designing and managing secure, scalable, and governed data platforms. Strong knowledge of Data … Strong, practical experience with modern software engineering and DevOps Exceptional communication and senior stakeholder management skills. Industry experience in the Financial Services or Insurance sector is essential A strong leader who inspires excellence and innovation within the team. Ideally experience working at a Consultancy. To be considered please send your cv to Peter Bibby on the email address below... More ❯

Analytics & Insight Lead London or Horsham Hybrid Up to £90,000 + Bonus VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation who are seeking an Analytics & Insight Lead to shape and deliver their enterprise-wide analytics and insights strategy. The successful Analytics & Insight Lead will sit at the heart of the data transformation, responsible for embedding best practice, driving adoption of … analytics enablement, establish governance frameworks, and foster communities of practice, ensuring data-driven decision-making is consistent, compliant, and impactful across the group. Key Responsibilities of the Analytics & Insight Lead: Define and deliver the analytics and insights strategy, aligned with business goals. Maintain a roadmap for evolving analytics capabilities. Own and govern analytics platforms, embedding standards and compliance. Drive adoption … and clarify responsibilities. Build communities of practice and embed data-driven decision making. Partner with senior stakeholders to prioritise initiatives and deliver value. Key Requirements of the Analytics & Insight Lead: Proven experience delivering analytics and insights at scale. Background in financial services, insurance, or other regulated sectors. Strong knowledge of tools such as Power BI, SAS, and Databricks. Experience setting More ❯

Technical Lead Cloud & Infrastructure Permanent Salary upon applicatoion Remote Role Purpose To act as the technical lead for a high-profile government engagement, ensuring successful discovery, deployment, and management of Flexera technologies across large-scale AWS and Azure estates. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical depth and leadership to guide delivery teams and overcome complex infrastructure challenges. More ❯