<p><strong>Senior Solutions Architect</strong></p><p><strong>Central London Hybrid Working</strong></p><p><strong>£100,000-£120,000 + Annual Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Senior Solutions Architect</strong> to lead the evolution of a complex digital and enterprise technology landscape. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on architectural expertise to drive modernisation across e-Commerce, CRM, marketing technology, and customer engagement platforms, while strengthening cybersecurity controls and optimising total cost of ownership (TCO).</p><p>The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with senior stakeholders, product teams, engineering, and third-party vendors to define architectural direction, align solutions to business strategy, and guide execution through well-defined roadmaps.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Senior Solutions Architect will:</p><ul><li>Lead major transformation initiatives, including:</li><ul><li>Replacement of a legacy e-Commerce platform with a modern, customer-centric solution</li><li>Implementation of a next-generation CRM and marketing automation ecosystem</li><li>Development of a unified customer data and personalisation roadmap</li><li>Enhancement of identity, access management, and data protection frameworks</li><li>Migration from legacy platforms to cloud-native or SaaS solutions</li></ul><li>Define and govern architecture standards and roadmaps during large-scale transformation</li><li>Ensure solutions strike the right balance between innovation, scalability, complexity, and cost-efficiency</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, influencing decision-making at all levels</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in Solution or Enterprise Architecture roles</li><li>Proven track record architecting customer-facing digital platforms (e-Commerce, CRM, CMS, MarTech) within retail, luxury, or similar B2C environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of modern technology stacks, including commerce platforms, CDPs, cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), APIs, microservices, and integration platforms</li><li>Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure-by-design architecture</li><li>Demonstrated ability to balance innovation with cost control and operational efficiency</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within luxury, fashion, or premium retail sectors</li><li>Familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce, Shopify, SAP Commerce, or Manhattan</li><li>Experience operating in transformation environments with significant legacy technology debt</li><li>Knowledge of IT cost optimisation and vendor management strategies</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi40Mzg2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity to join a global business as Network Security Architect based in Wantage, offering opportunity to lead on global / enterprise network security projects & architecture, and long term career prospects. </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Network Security Architect, you'll join a global security function and be responsible for:</p><ul><li>leading on network security strategy / architecture, including designing and leading a global network segmentation road-map</li><li>overseeing improvements to Wireless, Wired, Remote Access, Firewalls, NAC and Internet Access solutions, as well as architect / designing solutions to future changes</li><li>improving the company's global cyber security posture, through identifying network security related solutions/changes</li><li>act as network security subject matter expert for local teams, defining standards and ensuring processes are adhered to </li><li>collaborate with stakeholders globally, supporting on varied network related projects and changes</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants to the Network Security Architect role will have:</p><ul><li>substantial experience in network engineering / architecture, with network segmentation experience</li><li>strong knowledge of network security solutions, coupled with strong understanding of enterprise networks and MS based infrastructure </li><li>excellent communication and relationship building skills (preferably gained in a global business)</li><li>strategic thinker, with strong attention to detail and organisation skills </li><li>knowledge of cyber security frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO27001 etc.)</li><li>preferably hold relevant certifications (e.g. CISM, CISSP, CCNA, CCNP, TOGAF etc.)</li><li>Willingness to work in an office based / onsite role</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits package depending on experience, including flexible working hours. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjMwMzEwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p>Robert Half are recruiting for an experienced Technical Architect to support a high‑profile technical carve‑out for a private‑equity‑backed client on an inital 4 month contract.<br> <br><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><br><ul><li>Take ownership of the technical architecture workstream within a complex business carve‑out.</li><li>Conduct a full review of the existing landscape including integrations, environments, data flows and system dependencies.</li><li>Assess current progress, architectural documentation, technical risks, and critical gaps.</li><li>Re‑establish architectural governance, technical design authority, and solution assurance processes.</li><li>Define and document the target‑state architecture for the standalone business, covering applications, data, integrations and infrastructure.</li><li>Work closely with SAP SMEs, business leads, and third‑party delivery partners to validate design decisions.</li><li>Oversee and guide key platforms within scope, including:<ul><li>SAP (core ERP) - essential</li><li>COM / Order Management systems</li><li>Data Warehouse / Vision BI</li><li>OpenText (Malam)</li><li>Warehouse mobility / handheld solutions (Zetes or similar)</li></ul></li><li>Support environment separation, data migration planning, cutover readiness and testing strategies.</li><li>Identify architecture risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain programme timelines.</li><li>Ensure strong communication across business, IT, and consultancy teams.</li><li>Provide clear architectural recommendations and regular updates to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h2><strong>Experience:</strong></h2><ul><li>Proven experience as a Technical Architect on large‑scale ERP, integration, or enterprise platform programmes.</li><li>Strong SAP architectural background, including integrations, data flows, and cross‑module dependencies.</li><li>Experience working on carve‑outs, divestitures, M&A separations, or accelerated PE‑backed programmes.</li><li>Understanding of COM / Order Management processes and system integration points.</li><li>Experience of Data Warehouse environments, ideally including Vision BI.</li><li>Familiarity with OpenText (preferably Malam‑delivered solutions).</li><li>Exposure to warehouse mobility or handheld scanning solutions such as Zetes.</li><li>Strong integration knowledge (IDocs, APIs, middleware, interface design).</li><li>Ability to assess in‑flight projects, stabilise delivery, and introduce governance.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and third‑party partners.</li><li>Comfortable working in fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments with demanding timelines.</li></ul><h2><strong>Contract</strong></h2><ul><li>Initial 4‑month contract (with potential extension)</li><li>Inside IR35 via Umbrella </li><li>UK Remote with occasional travel to london</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNzUzNjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity to join a global business based in Wantage as Identity Security Architect, leading on global identity security initiatives and offering long term career prospects.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Identity Security Architect you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li>joining a global security function, and lead on modern secure authentication architecture designs (e.g. passkeys, certificates, OAuth, OIDC etc.)</li><li>working with local teams to improve authentication security and standards/best practice </li><li>acting as subject matter expert / escalation point for new identity security solutions, ensuring standards are adhered to globally </li><li>collaborating globally with various stakeholders (technical and non-technical)</li><li>support other security projects, acting as identity security SME </li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the Identity Security Architect role will have:</p><ul><li>experience gained with identity security, and deep expertise with the Microsoft identity stack (i.e. Entra ID, Active Directory on premise, AD Connect etc.) </li><li>understanding of authentication protocols, as well as migrating legacy methods to modern solutions (e.g. passkeys, OAuth, certificates etc.)</li><li>excellent communication and relationship building skills, with ability to think strategically and excellent organisation skills</li><li>preferably hold relevant certifications (e.g. CISM, CISSP, TOGAF etc.)</li><li>willingness to work in an office based / onsite environment </li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working hours. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjg0ODYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading consultancy to recruit a Solution Architect on an initial 6 month contract basis. Fully remote - UK based </p><p data-start="329" data-end="571">We are seeking a Technical Solution Architect with strong SAP ERP expertise and proven experience operating within Private Equity-backed businesses, particularly through carve-outs, integrations, and M&A-driven transformation.</p><p data-start="573" data-end="934">This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role, responsible for designing and implementing pragmatic, scalable solutions that enable business continuity and growth during high-change environments. You will work closely with IT, finance, operations, and external partners to deliver robust technical solutions - particularly across SAP ERP and integrated systems.</p><p data-end="567" data-start="235"> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p><strong>Solution Design & Delivery</strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end technical solution design across SAP ERP and integrated systems.</li><li>Produce high-quality solution designs, integration specifications, and technical documentation.</li><li>Work closely with development, infrastructure, and third-party partners to ensure successful implementation.</li><li>Remain hands-on in configuration oversight, integration design, and technical troubleshooting.</li><li>Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned to business requirements</li></ul><p><strong>SAP ERP Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the technical lead for SAP (ECC and/or S/4HANA) solutions.</li><li>Design SAP-centric solutions across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, or operations.</li><li>Lead data migration, integration design, and system optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Support SAP transformations, upgrades, and post-acquisition system harmonisation.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1911" data-end="1946">M&A, Carve-Out & PE Environment</h3><ul><li>Deliver technical workstreams during carve-outs and integrations.</li><li>Support ERP separation activities and TSA exit plans.</li><li>Lead system integration between acquired entities and core platforms.</li><li>Perform technical assessments of newly acquired environments.</li><li>Operate effectively in fast-paced, cost-conscious PE-backed settings.</li></ul><h3 data-start="2280" data-end="2309">Stakeholder Collaboration</h3><ul><li>Partner with Finance, Operations, and Transformation teams to deliver business-aligned solutions.</li><li>Communicate solution options, trade-offs, and risks clearly.</li><li>Manage third-party system integrators and SAP partners.</li><li>Support due diligence activities with practical technical insight.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong> </p><ul><li>7+ years in solution architecture or senior technical delivery roles.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with SAP ERP (ECC and/or S/4HANA).</li><li>Proven experience in Private Equity-backed companies.</li><li>Direct involvement in M&A integrations, carve-outs, or divestitures.</li><li>Experience delivering ERP separation or consolidation projects.</li><li>Strong integration experience (APIs, middleware, finance system integrations).</li><li>Experience working with cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS preferred).</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading consultancy</li><li>Fully remote - UK based</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjAwMDI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p>We are seeking a Databricks Implementation Consultant / Architect for an initial 4-6 weeks contract. The primary objective of this role is to assess and recommend the optimal cloud platform (Azure or Google Cloud Platform) for implementing Databricks.<br> <br>This will involve a detailed evaluation of both platforms against analytical requirements, cost models, security, compliance, and integration considerations, culminating in a clear recommendation for senior stakeholders<br><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p></p>You will lead a comprehensive Cloud & Data Platform Assessment focused on defining a future-ready architecture and positioning Databricks as the core analytics layer. This role requires deep expertise in Databricks implementations across Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).<br><p><strong>Cloud & Data Platform Assessment:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Review the existing data landscape, including CRM data in SQL Server, external datasets, geospatial sources, and BI consumption.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Assess how shortlisted cloud platforms (Azure vs GCP) meet analytical requirements: large-scale data volumes (20M+ rows), mixed data types, NLP/AI workloads, geospatial analytics, and daily refresh needs.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Compare Azure and GCP for architecture, security, Databricks integration, and compliance with data handling standards.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Produce workload-based cost models for storage, compute, pipelines, and AI/NLP workloads.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Define target architectures for each option, including high-level diagrams.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Evaluate implementation complexity, operational overhead, and scalability.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Experience:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven track record of end-to-end Databricks implementations in Azure and GCP.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong expertise in lakehouse architecture, data engineering, and analytics frameworks.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hands-on experience as a Data Architect or Implementation Consultant.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Delivery of AI and NLP workloads using cloud-native services.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to produce technical diagrams, cost models, and senior-level recommendations.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Background in security, governance, and compliance design.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Conducting architecture comparisons between Azure and GCP, including evaluating Databricks compatibility.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Developing costed platform models aligned to specific workloads and Databricks usage.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Performing security and compliance assessments for Databricks workloads.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Identifying integration dependencies and risks across cloud platforms, Databricks, and existing systems.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Producing clear recommendation papers for senior stakeholders, outlining preferred cloud platform and supporting rationale.</li></ul><p><strong>Contract Details:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Fully Remote Engagement</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Inital 4-6 weeks Contract </li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive Day Rate - Outside IR35</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuOTU2MTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Network & Systems Engineer - Real Estate/ Construction - London</strong></p><p><strong>£65,000-£77,000 + Discretionary Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>The Business</strong></p><p>Our client is a well-established London based construction firm delivering high-quality new build, refurbishment and fit-out projects ranging from £1m-£60m. Its client portfolio includes globally recognised brands and international recognised prestigious institutions.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Part of a small team of 3, the Network & Systems Administrator will take ownership of the day-to-day operation, security and continuous improvement of the company's IT infrastructure.</p><p>This is a hands-on technical role supporting both head office and live construction sites. Reporting to the IT Director, the successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders, third-party suppliers and consultants to ensure systems are secure, reliable and scalable.</p><p>The role requires a strong technical foundation, a proactive mindset and the ability to balance infrastructure leadership with high-level technical support.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Network & Infrastructure</p><ul><li>Implement, manage and support Fortinet solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer and FortiClient VPN</li><li>Manage firewall policies, SD-WAN, VPNs (site-to-site and client), and network segmentation</li></ul><p>Systems & Cloud</p><ul><li>Administer Windows Server environments including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP and file services</li><li>Support virtualised environments</li><li>Assist with Azure resource administration</li></ul><p>Cyber Security & Best Practice</p><p>IT Operations support assistance</p><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience as a Network / Systems Administrator or similar role</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet products, particularly FortiGate firewalls and VPNs</li><li>Solid networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalling)</li><li>Strong understanding of cyber security fundamentals and best practice</li><li>Experience administering Microsoft 365 environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Hyper-V or Vmware and Active Directory</li><li>Experience delivering 3rd line support in a business environment</li></ul><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a growing, evolving infrastructure environment within a highly respected London construction firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening operational resilience, enhancing cyber security posture and supporting a dynamic business delivering projects for world-class clients.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi41MDQ3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer to join a growing business based near Chippenham, working on exciting network projects as well as business as usual activities, offering circa £65-75,000 depending on experience.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You'll join a specialist enterprise network team and be responsible for:</p><ul><li>support design of the company's network architecture (LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls etc.)</li><li>implement new networks as well as maintaining existing network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls etc.)</li><li>utilise and manage network tools and platforms </li><li>ensure compliance with various network security standards and frameworks </li><li>manage and work closely with 3rd party vendors</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants will have:</p><ul><li>experience gained in a similar network position covering both business as usual activities as well as network projects / architecture </li><li>experienced with Cisco, Fortinet or similar enterprise network technologies</li><li>knowledgeable and experienced with networking principals (TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, SD-WAN, cloud networking), as well as network monitoring tools</li><li>strong communicator and collaboration skills </li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Salary of circa £65-75,000 plus excellent benefits including hybrid working</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjMyNTY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a long standing client to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. <br /><br /></p><p data-end="372" data-start="345"><strong data-end="370" data-start="345">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="373" data-end="1211"><li data-end="496" data-start="373"><p data-start="375" data-end="496">Provide expert cyber security guidance, translating control requirements into technical standards and secure baselines.</p></li><li data-end="574" data-start="497"><p data-start="499" data-end="574">Support architectural governance, project reviews, and digital assurance.</p></li><li data-start="575" data-end="674"><p data-start="577" data-end="674">Maintain the technical security roadmap and drive improvements across tooling and capabilities.</p></li><li data-end="811" data-start="675"><p data-start="677" data-end="811">Operate and optimise core security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB) and track control adoption through KPIs and dashboards.</p></li><li data-end="926" data-start="812"><p data-end="926" data-start="814">Lead and document security initiatives, including hardening guides, architecture diagrams, and evidence packs.</p></li><li data-end="1006" data-start="927"><p data-start="929" data-end="1006">Chair the Cyber Security Working Group and support regional security leads.</p></li><li data-start="1007" data-end="1069"><p data-start="1009" data-end="1069">Assist the Security Architect with deploying new controls.</p></li><li data-start="1070" data-end="1211"><p data-start="1072" data-end="1211">Deliver incident response: triage escalations, coordinate crisis response, provide out-of-hours support, and perform post-incident reviews.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1213" data-end="1242"><strong data-end="1240" data-start="1213">What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul data-end="1578" data-start="1243"><li data-end="1327" data-start="1243"><p data-end="1327" data-start="1245">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.</p></li><li data-end="1427" data-start="1328"><p data-start="1330" data-end="1427">Highly organised, detail-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects independently.</p></li><li data-end="1528" data-start="1428"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1430">Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with clear and professional documentation skills.</p></li><li data-start="1529" data-end="1578"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1578">Commitment to ongoing professional development.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1606" data-start="1580"><strong data-start="1580" data-end="1604">Required Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="2199" data-start="1607"><li data-end="1730" data-start="1607"><p data-start="1609" data-end="1730">Degree or equivalent experience plus relevant security certifications (Security+, CEH, CySA+, Cloud Security Engineer).</p></li><li data-start="1731" data-end="1808"><p data-start="1733" data-end="1808">Significant experience in cyber security operations or incident response.</p></li><li data-start="1809" data-end="1913"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1913">Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).</p></li><li data-start="1914" data-end="2017"><p data-end="2017" data-start="1916">Proven security project delivery, PowerShell automation skills, and familiarity with IR frameworks.</p></li><li data-start="2018" data-end="2097"><p data-end="2097" data-start="2020">Consulting-style experience providing advisory support to IT/Digital teams.</p></li><li data-end="2199" data-start="2098"><p data-end="2199" data-start="2100">Knowledge of NIST, CIS, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, and willingness to work out of hours/travel when needed.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2201" data-end="2217"><strong data-end="2215" data-start="2201">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2425" data-start="2218"><li data-end="2371" data-start="2218"><p data-start="2220" data-end="2371">Experience in MxDR/SOC support, security technologies (IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls), and compliance frameworks (GDPR, Cyber Essentials+, SOC2, PCI-DSS).</p></li><li data-end="2425" data-start="2372"><p data-end="2425" data-start="2374">Strong understanding of data protection principles.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjE0NDM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="431" data-start="216">Robert Half Technology are assisting a leading UK legal firm to recruit a Cloud & Data Architecture Consultant on a contract basis. Outside IR35. UK-based with remote working and occasional stakeholder sessions.</p><h3 data-end="443" data-start="433">Role</h3><p data-start="444" data-end="1061">* Lead a structured assessment of cloud and data platforms (Azure vs GCP) and provide a Board-ready recommendation.<br / data-end="562" data-start="559"> * Design and implement a modern cloud data platform with Databricks as the core analytics and AI layer.<br / data-start="665" data-end="668"> * Build a production-ready lakehouse architecture optimised for analyst-led use.<br / data-start="748" data-end="751"> * Implement secure, scalable ingestion pipelines for structured, unstructured, text-based, and geospatial data.<br / data-start="862" data-end="865"> * Balance performance, security, cost, and operational simplicity across the platform.<br / data-end="954" data-start="951"> * Provide knowledge transfer and documentation to enable internal teams to operate and extend the platform.</p><h3 data-end="1076" data-start="1063">Profile</h3><p data-end="1573" data-start="1077">* Proven hands-on experience delivering cloud-based analytics platforms end to end.<br data-start="1160" / data-end="1163"> * Strong expertise in Azure or GCP, including Databricks implementation.<br / data-start="1235" data-end="1238"> * Deep understanding of lakehouse architectures, data engineering, and analytics design.<br / data-start="1326" data-end="1329"> * Experience working with large datasets, NLP/AI workloads, and geospatial data.<br data-start="1409" / data-end="1412"> * Strong security, governance, and access control design experience.<br data-end="1483" / data-start="1480"> * Ability to produce clear technical documentation and senior stakeholder recommendations.</p><h3 data-end="1588" data-start="1575">Company</h3><p data-start="1589" data-end="1686">* Leading UK legal firm<br / data-end="1615" data-start="1612"> * Remote-first with occasional onsite or virtual stakeholder sessions</p><h3 data-end="1711" data-start="1688">Salary & Benefits</h3><p data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" data-start="1712" data-end="1813">The day rate / contract value is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and engagement structure.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjIzNjc2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is a well-known British luxury retail brand based in central London. Recognised globally, they specialise in designer clothing, leather goods and accessories sold in stores worldwide and online.</p><p>Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a Financial Analyst to join their high-performing FP&A department.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the FP&A Manager, the Financial Analyst will partner with colleagues across the business supporting with analysis and strategic insights. They will take on a number of key duties including:</p><ul><li>Support the global consolidation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly rolling forecasts</li><li>Review international cash flow submissions to strengthen global forecasting accuracy</li><li>Upload P&L and Balance Sheet forecasts accurately and on time</li><li>Prepare financial reporting packs and presentations for senior stakeholders</li><li>Deliver monthly variable cost analysis to support commercial decision-making</li><li>Perform detailed cash flow analysis to identify key drivers and risks</li><li>Oversee the real estate approval process and track investment proposals</li><li>Review and challenge store lease renewals and other capex submissions</li><li>Prepare materials for quarterly real estate meetings</li><li>Support performance analysis and impairment reviews</li><li>Build strong relationships with UK and international finance teams</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with both finance and non-finance stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Financial Analyst position based in central London, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA or similar)</li><li>Ideally 3+ years of experience within a similar financial analyst / FP&A capacity</li><li>Industry trained or practice trained (audited retail clients)</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Proficient in Excel formulas</li><li>Retail industry background highly preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£60,000 to £65,000 plus benefits including:</p><ul><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Career development opportunities</li><li>Generous staff discounts</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Healthcare</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjExMTIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
