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IT Enterprise Applications Manager
London (Hybrid)
£85,000 - £90,000 PA
A well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business is looking for an experienced IT Applications Manager to join its IT leadership team.
Reporting to the Head of IT, you'll lead the strategy, governance, development and continual improvement of the organisation's enterprise applications landscape, playing a key role in an ambitious digital transformation programme and supporting a significant pipeline of mergers and acquisitions.
Working alongside the IT Infrastructure Manager and IT Service Manager, you'll drive application modernisation, automation, integration and standardisation across the business, ensuring solutions remain secure, scalable and aligned with business objectives.
Responsibilities
, Develop and deliver the enterprise applications roadmap aligned to business strategy
, Lead application governance, lifecycle management, standardisation and rationalisation
, Drive digital transformation through low-code/no-code platforms, workflow automation and AI-enabled technologies
, Lead application due diligence, migration and integration activities for M&A projects
, Manage and develop a small applications team alongside external managed service providers
, Own vendor relationships, service reviews, licensing, budgets and product roadmaps
, Oversee enterprise applications including Workday, UKG/Kronos, COINS ERP, SharePoint, Snowflake, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Adaptive Planning, Sales Achiever CRM, Pro-Sapien and Primavera P6
, Ensure strong application security, governance, performance, business continuity and user adoption
, Collaborate with business leaders to improve processes, data quality and operational efficiency
Requirements:
, Proven experience managing enterprise applications within a complex organisation, ideally with experience of digital transformation and M&A integration programmes.
, Enterprise applications strategy and governance
, Low-code/no-code platforms and workflow automation
, Application standardisation and modernisation
, Business process improvement and enterprise integrations
, Managing technical teams, suppliers and third-party vendors
, Strong stakeholder management and programme delivery
, Experience with Workday, UKG/Kronos, COINS ERP, Snowflake, SharePoint or similar enterprise platforms would be highly advantageous
, Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction or other project-based industries is desirable, along with knowledge of ITIL, Agile or project delivery methodologies
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £85000 - £90000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-04 09:29:20
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Central London £550 - £600 p/d (outside IR35) 3 month initial contract
A leading engineering business is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join their team.
They are a well-established business about to enter a period of considerable operational change, including merger and acquisition activity, making it an exciting time to join and be part of their journey.
Reporting into the Infrastructure Manager, you will oversee core infrastructure and networking.
You'll work closely with managed service providers to ensure seamless operations and business continuity, whilst taking a lead on regular site set-ups and supporting infrastructure integration across newly acquired entities.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage office and site networks, aligning with business strategy
Act as an escalation point for the Service Desk Team
Set up and configure Local Area Networks (LANs), including hardware deployment and support
Coordinate with third-party MSPs for network and infrastructure management
Manage firewall operations and connectivity with ISPs
Oversee network IP addressing and VPN setups
Support business continuity through proactive incident management
Rapid deployment of site connectivity solutions, including 4G routers
Monitor network health and performance, ensuring high availability and resilience
Maintain inventory and configuration records for infrastructure and software
Collaborate with the Security Operations Centre on network security
Support software licensing and upgrades
Support data privacy and security audits
Maintain server rooms and ensure operational efficiency
Develop and implement business processes and documentation
Support M&A activity, including infrastructure due diligence, integration planning and execution
Lead tenant-to-tenant migrations (e.g., Microsoft 365/Azure), ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
Assist with onboarding newly acquired businesses, including network integration, identity consolidation and systems alignment
Requirements:
Strong knowledge of Azure infrastructure management
Strong in network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, etc.); ideally candidates must hold a CCNA/CCNP etc.
Experience with FortiGate Firewalls and Windows Operating Systems
Familiarity with WAN, LAN, VPN and wireless networks
Proven experience supporting M&A activities, including tenant-to-tenant migrations and infrastructure integration
Experience with Microsoft 365 migrations, Azure AD / Entra ID and hybrid environments is highly desirable
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: £550 - £600 per day + outside IR35
Posted: 2026-08-03 08:38:57
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Are you looking to develop your career within an exciting and growing international recruitment business and consultancy? We are seeking a proactive, organised and detail-oriented Compliance & Onboarding Specialist to join STR Group's Legal & Compliance Team.
You will play an important role in ensuring that candidates, contractors and suppliers are onboarded compliantly and efficiently across our UK and international operations.
Working closely with our Senior Specialists, the Legal & Compliance Team and colleagues across the wider business, you will help ensure that STR operates in line with its internal processes, client requirements and all relevant statutory and regulatory obligations.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
As a Compliance & Onboarding Specialist at STR, your role will include:
Ensuring candidates and contractors in the UK and internationally are compliantly onboarded, with the correct contracts and documentation in place.
Conducting right-to-work and identity checks and obtaining required qualifications, accreditations, references and role-specific documents.
Monitoring contractor documentation throughout assignments and ensuring renewals are completed promptly.
Conducting due diligence and onboarding suppliers, umbrella companies and international payroll providers.
Ensuring limited company contractors have the required company information, insurance and IR35 Status Determination Statement or in-country equivalent.
Managing international background checks, drug screening and DBS applications through STR's third-party providers.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client, candidate, contractor and compliance records across STR's CRM and shared systems.
Preparing documentation for internal, client and accreditation audits and conducting regular compliance checks on placements.
Supporting clients, consultants, candidates and contractors with legal, compliance and onboarding enquiries.
What we are looking for?
Whilst we offer training and ongoing support within a close knit and collaborative team, we are ideally looking for someone with:
Experience within recruitment, compliance, onboarding, administration or a similar environment.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to documentation and record-keeping.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence working with candidates, contractors, clients and internal stakeholders.
A proactive, responsible and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What are we offering you?
Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables).
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day
Employee of the Quarter
Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5
* restaurants
Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days)
You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!
Company Pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, then get in touch and apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-27 11:49:43
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IT Programme Manager - London (Hybrid)
Up to £90,000
Well-established and highly profitable engineering business is seeking an experienced IT Programme Manager to join them on a permanent basis.
This is a high-profile leadership role within an organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, with ambitious growth and acquisition plans driving a large portfolio of technology change.
Following a number of recent acquisitions, the organisation has an ambitious growth strategy with plans to acquire 8-10 businesses per year.
Reporting to the Head of IT PMO, you will be responsible for delivering multiple complex programmes across IT, Digital Transformation, Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Enterprise Applications and Business Change.
Working closely with Executive Leadership, IT teams and third-party suppliers, you'll ensure strategic programmes are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with business objectives.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Programme Manager who enjoys leading large-scale technology change, managing senior stakeholders and delivering tangible business outcomes across a complex enterprise environment.
Responsibilities:
, Lead multiple complex IT and business transformation programmes across Digital Transformation, Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud and Enterprise Applications
, Manage multiple concurrent projects and workstreams, ensuring effective governance, risk management and successful delivery
, Develop and maintain programme roadmaps, budgets, resource plans and delivery schedules
, Deliver strategic initiatives including cloud transformation, AI adoption, infrastructure modernisation and enterprise application programmes
, Lead cyber security initiatives including ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and resilience programmes
, Oversee major application projects including ERP, HR, CRM, Service Management and systems integration
, Manage third-party suppliers, implementation partners and outsourced service providers
, Ensure programme governance, reporting, financial control and benefits realisation across all workstreams
, Present programme updates, risks and investment proposals to Executive Leadership and Steering Committees
, Build strong relationships across business and technology teams, influencing senior stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes
, Provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers, Business Analysts and project teams
, Champion programme management best practice and support the ongoing development of the IT PMO
Requirements:
, Significant experience delivering large-scale IT and business transformation programmes
, Proven experience managing multiple concurrent projects and workstreams within complex organisations
, Strong background delivering infrastructure, cloud, cyber security and enterprise application programmes
, Experience managing third-party suppliers, systems integrators and external delivery partners
, Excellent programme governance, financial management and risk management skills
, Experience presenting to Executive Leadership, Steering Committees and Board-level stakeholders
, Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
, Experience leading cross-functional teams within matrix organisations
, Ability to manage programme budgets exceeding £1m
, MSP, PgMP or equivalent Programme Management qualification
, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent Project Management qualification
Initially 4 days per week onsite in Central London, reducing to 3 days per week after successful completion of probation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business investing heavily in technology, digital transformation and acquisitions, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering strategic programmes that will shape the organisation's future technology landscape. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: £85000 - £90000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-24 15:18:45
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Change, Release & Problem ManagerLondon / Hybrid Paying between £70,000-£80,000 + BenefitsA leading engineering and construction business is looking for an experienced Change, Release & Problem Manager to join its growing IT team.This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of IT change governance, release planning, and problem management across a complex technology environment.
You'll play a key role in improving service stability, reducing operational risk, and ensuring technology changes are delivered successfully with minimal business disruption.You'll be responsible for managing and continuously improving the organisation's Change, Release, and Problem Management processes, working closely with IT teams, business stakeholders, projects, and third-party suppliers.Key responsibilities include:
Managing the end-to-end Change Management process and leading CAB meetings.
Coordinating technology releases, deployments, and release schedules.
Driving Problem Management activities, root cause analysis, and service improvement initiatives.
Ensuring new and changed services transition smoothly into operational support.
Maintaining and improving Change, Release, and Problem processes within ServiceNow.
Producing governance reporting, KPIs, and management information.
Working with suppliers and managed service providers to ensure changes are delivered in line with agreed standards.
Supporting major technology transformation, cloud, migration, and business integration programmes.
Experience required: To be successful in this role, you'll have:
Proven experience in Change, Release, and Problem Management.
Strong knowledge of ITIL-based service management practices.
Hands-on experience with ServiceNow Change, Release, and Problem Management modules.
Experience chairing CAB meetings and managing governance processes.
Experience working with third-party suppliers and managed service providers.
A good understanding of infrastructure, cloud, applications, and end-user technologies.
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience supporting large-scale technology change or transformation initiatives.
Desirable
ITIL certification or Change Management qualification.
Experience within a large, multi-site or international organisation.
Knowledge of cyber security, risk, and compliance frameworks.
Experience with ServiceNow workflow automation and process improvements.
Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, or business integration projects.
London / Hybrid Paying between £70,000-£80,000 + Benefits Must be eligible to work in the UK.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: £70000.00 - £80000.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-22 15:22:46
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Are you an experienced Project Manager? Have you experience of delivering business outcomes as part of transformation or business improvement projects? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Project Delivery Manager to work as part of a team focused on service redesign, business improvement and digital transformation.
As a specialist provider of resources to the Property and Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a social enterprise offering you the opportunity to make a difference within a maturing environment.
The role is offered on a hybrid 12-month fixed term salaried contract basis. The purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of business improvement projects as part of a wider transformation programme, and ensure that they are delivered to scope, timescale, and budget.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include ensuring your portfolio of projects realise their forecasted benefits; stakeholder engagement and management at all levels including executive and project sponsor; defining business cases and developing project plans; matrix management of internal and external resources, strong third-party supplier management; progress reporting, reviews, and comprehensive documentation; and coaching and collaborating with peers. Must Have
Demonstrable commercial experience of delivering end-to-end business improvement, service redesign, or transformation projects.
Experience measuring the performance, output, and benefit of projects.
Strong project controls and risk management abilities.
Experience leading, motivating, and coaching staff in a matrix management environment.
Strong appreciation for project methodologies, processes, tools, and techniques.
Nice to Have
Relevant certification (PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, PMP, AgilePM, or similar)
Change Management or Portfolio experience
Budget management
Vendor/Supplier selection experience
Experience of Cloud or Self-Service Adoption projects, software, or platform implementations.
Experience of working in regulated environments.
As an individual you will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both verbally and written.
You will have a delivery mindset, driven and enthusiastic, with the ability to engage and coach others along the journey.
Alongside a competitive salary you will receive an impressive benefits package that includes excellent pension, flexible working, generous leave entitlement, life/health insurance and professional development.
The role is offered on an initial 12-month fixed term contract basis with possibility of extension, it will predominantly be home based with travel to an office in the Northeast on a weekly basis.
If this role describes you, then please apply without delay for the opportunity to continue your career with a driven yet friendly organisation continually looking to provide a better service to customers.
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.
As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'.
You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way.
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Type: Permanent Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12 Months FTC
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £53000 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-17 11:59:34
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We are recruiting for an experienced Head of Compliance & Risk to join our client, a leading investment management firm in Dublin.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for maintaining robust compliance and risk frameworks across regulated fund management activities, including UCITS, AIFs, and segregated mandates.
This will be hired on an 18-month fixed term contract basis, and the successful candidate will be subject to regulatory approval.
Skills/Experience:
Significant senior experience in Compliance, Risk, or Regulatory roles within asset management, fund management, or regulated financial services.
Strong knowledge of Irish and EU regulatory frameworks, including UCITS, AIFMD, and Central Bank of Ireland requirements.
Experience engaging with regulators, Boards, senior stakeholders, and third-party service providers.
Proven ability to provide pragmatic regulatory advice and independent oversight.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
Experience operating in, or supporting, a regulated senior function (e.g.
PCF, SMF, CF or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Core Responsibilities:
Lead and maintain the firm's Compliance and Risk frameworks, policies, and governance.
Provide strategic regulatory advice and independent challenge to senior management and the Board.
Oversee regulatory change, compliance monitoring, and risk management activities.
Manage relationships with the Central Bank of Ireland and other regulatory bodies.
Oversee compliance breaches, incidents, risk assessments, and remediation activities.
Monitor risk appetite, operational risk, outsourcing, and third-party oversight.
Prepare Board and committee reporting on compliance, risk, and emerging regulatory developments.
Lead, develop, and mentor the Compliance & Risk team while promoting a strong risk culture.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
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Type: Contract Location: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Start: 18 Months
Posted: 2026-07-17 10:46:53
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Software Solutions Architect to join an innovative engineering organisation developing complex, mission-critical software systems.
Working across multiple engineering teams and external technology partners, you will be responsible for defining and maintaining solution architectures that enable the successful integration of software platforms, cloud services, and operational systems.
Acting as the technical bridge between stakeholders, you will ensure solutions remain scalable, secure, and aligned with long-term business and engineering objectives.
This role would suit an experienced architect with strong systems thinking, a collaborative approach, and a passion for delivering robust software solutions within highly regulated engineering environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain end-to-end solution architectures across multiple software systems and suppliers.
- Define implementation roadmaps, operational models, and long-term technology strategies.
- Ensure solutions meet security, privacy, performance, and testing requirements.
- Design cloud-based architectures, selecting appropriate services while optimising cost and scalability.
- Support migration of existing applications and services to modern cloud environments.
- Provide architectural governance throughout project delivery, managing change requests and technical risks.
- Collaborate with software, systems, infrastructure, and external engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, policies, and best practices.
Required Experience
- Proven experience as a Software Solutions Architect or in a similar senior technical architecture role.
- Strong background designing and integrating complex software systems across multiple teams and suppliers.
- Experience developing secure, scalable, and maintainable solution architectures.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, including cloud migration and cost optimisation.
- Experience producing architecture roadmaps and guiding implementation activities.
- Understanding of architecture governance, change management, and technical risk assessment
Desirable Experience
- Experience within aerospace, space, defence, robotics, or other safety- or mission-critical industries.
- Familiarity with systems engineering principles and software architecture standards.
- Experience with distributed systems, APIs, and integration platforms.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software delivery methodologies.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure-by-design architectures.
- Experience working with third-party technology providers and managing technical integrations.
- Knowledge of data architecture and enterprise integration approaches.
What\'s on Offer
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements including 9/75 work pattern.
- Private healthcare and life assurance.
- Generous annual leave allowance with additional service-related entitlement.
- Relocation support available for suitable candidates.
- Modern engineering facilities and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to work on technically challenging, mission-critical programmes alongside experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 15/07/2026
Salary / Rate: £80000 - £125000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more
Posted: 2026-07-15 13:55:05
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We are looking for a Business Support and Facilities Coordinator working for a successful business, based just outside Banbury who supply to the automotive industry.
The role is full time and permanent offering a competitive salary with hybrid working option (after training) with required office days to manage onsite needs.
Key to the role is managing the facilities for the site and health and safety responsibilities along with business support administration.
Key Responsibilities for the Facilities Coordinator:
Co-ordinate building maintenance and manage third-party contractors
Maintain a central log of compliance certificates, ensuring all are up to date
Order and manage office supplies
Maintain accurate accident logs and ensure proper filing
Co-ordinate Health & Safety risk assessments and manage related documentation
Liaise with external Health & Safety providers to ensure full compliance
Schedule internal meetings and distribute meeting minutes
Prepare and share daily business KPIs
Create and format professional PowerPoint presentations for leadership teams
Key Skills Required for the Facilities Coordinator:
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask, prioritise workload, and work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with AI tools to support productivity is advantageous
High level of discretion when handling confidential information
Proactive problem-solving mindset with a collaborative approach
Own transport is essential due to office location
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary
Monday to Friday
25 days holiday
Training and development
Modern facilities
Free parking
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: competitive salary
Posted: 2026-07-14 23:35:07
