<p data-start="108" data-end="240"><strong data-end="164" data-start="108">Head of Cyber Security - Global Leader (West London)</strong><br data-start="164" / data-end="167"> <strong data-end="240" data-start="167">Robert Half Ltd is acting as the employment agency for this position.</strong></p><p data-start="108" data-end="240"><strong data-end="240" data-start="167">£120,000-£130,000 base + 20 % BONUS </strong></p><p data-start="242" data-end="485">Join a <strong data-end="292" data-start="249">multi-billion-pound global organisation</strong> undergoing major technology modernisation. This <strong data-end="359" data-start="341">brand-new role</strong> places you as the <strong data-start="378" data-end="397">#1 Cyber leader</strong>, owning the entire enterprise security function across wholesale and retail operations.</p><p data-start="487" data-end="828">As Head of Cyber Security, you'll set strategy, lead a growing team, and drive transformation across security governance, operations, compliance, cloud, and risk. You'll implement frameworks aligned to <strong data-end="744" data-start="689">GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and Cyber Essentials Plus</strong>, while modernising hybrid environments across <strong data-start="791" data-end="827">Azure, AWS, Nutanix, and on-prem</strong>.</p><h3 data-start="830" data-end="858"><strong data-end="858" data-start="834">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1515" data-start="859"><li data-end="928" data-start="859"><p data-end="928" data-start="861">Define and deliver a 3-5 year cyber security strategy and roadmap</p></li><li data-end="1013" data-start="929"><p data-start="931" data-end="1013">Lead enterprise security governance and represent security at senior/board level</p></li><li data-start="1014" data-end="1083"><p data-start="1016" data-end="1083">Own policies, frameworks, compliance, DPIAs, and operating models</p></li><li data-start="1084" data-end="1179"><p data-start="1086" data-end="1179">Oversee incident response, vulnerability management, SOC integration, and threat monitoring</p></li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1261"><p data-end="1261" data-start="1182">Secure hybrid platforms (Azure, AWS, Nutanix, SD-WAN, Zero Trust, CASB, SASE)</p></li><li data-end="1329" data-start="1262"><p data-start="1264" data-end="1329">Lead risk assessments, KRIs, and reporting to senior leadership</p></li><li data-start="1330" data-end="1421"><p data-end="1421" data-start="1332">Embed security culture through training, phishing simulations, and awareness programmes</p></li><li data-end="1515" data-start="1422"><p data-start="1424" data-end="1515">Drive security into operational teams, vendors, partners, and third-party risk management</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1541" data-start="1517"><strong data-start="1521" data-end="1541">Success Measures</strong></h3><ul data-end="1725" data-start="1542"><li data-end="1585" data-start="1542"><p data-end="1585" data-start="1544">Strategy delivered within first 90 days</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1622"><p data-end="1622" data-start="1588">Strong GDPR & PCI audit outcomes</p></li><li data-end="1678" data-start="1623"><p data-end="1678" data-start="1625">Reduction in vulnerabilities and phishing incidents</p></li><li data-end="1725" data-start="1679"><p data-start="1681" data-end="1725">Improved audit ratings and team engagement</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1757" data-start="1727"><strong data-end="1757" data-start="1731">What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-end="2084" data-start="1758"><li data-start="1758" data-end="1808"><p data-end="1808" data-start="1760">Senior leadership experience in cyber/security</p></li><li data-end="1848" data-start="1809"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1848"><strong data-start="1811" data-end="1832">CISSP, CISM, CISA</strong> or equivalent</p></li><li data-end="1929" data-start="1849"><p data-end="1929" data-start="1851">Strong track record with <strong data-end="1927" data-start="1876">ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials Plus</strong></p></li><li data-start="1930" data-end="2023"><p data-start="1932" data-end="2023">Hands-on background across Azure, AWS, hybrid infrastructure, and modern security tooling</p></li><li data-end="2084" data-start="2024"><p data-start="2026" data-end="2084">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder influence</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2086" data-end="2109"><strong data-start="2090" data-end="2109">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-start="2110" data-end="2213"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2133"><p data-start="2112" data-end="2133">Up to <strong data-end="2131" data-start="2118">20% bonus</strong></p></li><li data-start="2134" data-end="2167"><p data-start="2136" data-end="2167">Healthcare, pension, holidays</p></li><li data-end="2213" data-start="2168"><p data-end="2213" data-start="2170"><strong data-end="2189" data-start="2170">2-stage process</strong> with quick turnaround</p></li></ul><p data-end="2264" data-start="2215"><strong data-start="2215" data-end="2264">A major role in a major business - apply now!</strong></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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4zMzMzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Director, IT & AI Infrastructure - Central London - BioTech</strong></p><p><strong>£100K - £140k, Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half a partnered with a fast-scaling BioTech based in London.</p><p>Relentless Medicine Discovery Needs Relentless Technology!</p><p>The way medicines are discovered today is too slow. We believe patients deserve better - and faster. That requires unconventional thinking, advanced computation, and a relentless drive to do things differently.</p><p>We are an ambitious biotech organisation uniting <strong>AI, computation, and RNAi</strong> to accelerate the discovery of differentiated therapies with real-world impact. Our teams thrive on complexity, creativity, and collaboration, and we move quickly to turn insight into action.</p><p>As we continue to scale, we are seeking a <strong>Director of IT & AI Infrastructure</strong> to lead our enterprise technology, security, and AI enablement strategy at a pivotal moment in our journey.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>VP, Head of Applied AI & Informatics</strong>, this role owns enterprise IT operations, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI enablement across the organisation. You will be accountable for safeguarding systems, data, and intellectual property, while ensuring our technology estate actively accelerates R&D and commercial productivity.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of <strong>IT, security, AI, and biotech R&D</strong>, offering the opportunity to shape how AI is embedded responsibly and effectively across the business.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p><strong>Infrastructure & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead Microsoft 365 and end-user computing environments</li><li>Oversee AWS cloud architecture supporting discovery and computational platforms</li><li>Ensure availability, performance, backup, and disaster recovery readiness</li><li>Establish infrastructure standards, documentation, and operational best practice</li><li>Deploy AI-enabled IT automation for monitoring, support, and knowledge management</li><li>Partner with internal AI teams to support secure and efficient AI workloads</li></ul><p><strong>Security & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end cybersecurity posture across all systems</li><li>Implement access controls, monitoring, and incident response frameworks</li><li>Maintain compliance with GDPR, SOC 2 and other relevant standards</li><li>Conduct regular security audits, penetration testing, and risk assessments</li><li>Manage third-party vendors and security risk</li><li>Govern secure use of enterprise AI platforms (e.g. generative AI tools), protecting IP and sensitive data</li><li>Define and enforce responsible AI, data sharing, and access control policies</li></ul><p><strong>Strategy & Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver a multi-year IT and AI infrastructure roadmap</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies relevant to biotech, R&D, and computational science</li><li>Define IT governance and risk management aligned to regulatory needs</li><li>Own IT budget, licensing, and vendor relationships</li><li>Partner with R&D leadership on capacity planning and infrastructure strategy</li><li>Drive enterprise adoption of secure AI tools, including training teams to embed AI into daily workflows</li><li>Advise senior leadership on AI, security, and operational efficiency</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>8+ years in senior IT or infrastructure leadership roles, ideally in regulated environments (biotech, pharma, healthcare)</li><li>Strong experience managing AWS production environments</li><li>Proven success building and maturing enterprise security programmes</li><li>Hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365 and identity platforms (Azure AD / Entra ID)</li><li>Deep understanding of IAM, network security, and encryption</li><li>Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience</li><li>Working knowledge of enterprise AI platforms and architectures</li><li>Experience defining or governing AI use in data-sensitive or regulated settings</li><li>Ability to translate AI opportunity and risk into practical enterprise outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in high-growth or early-stage biotech/pharma</li><li>Familiarity with GxP, HIPAA, or similar frameworks</li><li>Exposure to data platforms, MLOps, or AI/ML infrastructure in R&D contexts</li><li>Ownership of SOC 2 or similar certifications</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Committed to Care</strong></p><ul><li>Healthcare, pension/401(k), and life assurance</li></ul><p><strong>Celebrating Success</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and recognition awards</li></ul><p><strong>Unlocking Potential</strong></p><ul><li>Dedicated personal development time and learning budget</li></ul><p><strong>Enjoying Life</strong></p><ul><li>Social and wellbeing initiatives and a competitive holiday/PTO policy</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4wMDQzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading PE-backed facilities organisation to recruit a Interim IT Director on an initial 8-12 month contract basis. </p><p><strong>Objectives (8-12-Month Outcomes)</strong></p><p>The Interim IT Director will be accountable for designing and executing a transformation roadmap, delivering tangible improvements across cost, service quality, resilience, and commercial value.</p><ol><li><strong> Digital Transformation & Value Creation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and execute a clear, prioritised digital transformation plan aligned to the PE value-creation strategy.</li><li>Translate technology initiatives into commercial outcomes (cost reduction, productivity, service improvement, scalability).</li><li>Establish clear governance, milestones, and success metrics within the business.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li><strong> Automation, AI & Process Efficiency</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Identify and deliver automation and AI opportunities that reduce manual effort, improve speed, and enhance customer and internal service experience.</li><li>Simplify and streamline core business processes, removing friction and failure points.</li></ul><ol start="3"><li><strong> Outsourced IT Review & Supplier Reset</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Conduct a rapid but thorough review of the current outsourced IT model (including Aura).</li><li>Address poor service levels, slow response times, and lack of value for money.</li><li>Redesign the sourcing strategy: renegotiate, replace, or re-tender providers as required.</li><li>Deliver cost transparency, improved SLAs, and materially better service quality.</li><li>Resolve issues around overpriced, second-hand equipment and long lead times.</li></ul><ol start="4"><li><strong> IT Security & Risk Management</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Assess and remediate cyber and operational security risks.</li><li>Ensure the business meets an appropriate level of security maturity for a PE-backed organisation preparing for exit.</li><li>Put in place pragmatic, proportionate controls and incident response capability.</li></ul><ol start="5"><li><strong> Data & Analytics Capability</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Improve access to reliable management information and analytics.</li><li>Enable data-driven decision-making across the executive team.</li><li>Define a realistic roadmap for analytics maturity aligned to business need.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li><strong> IT Procurement & Commercial Control</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Establish disciplined IT procurement processes.</li><li>Ensure technology spend is justified, benchmarked, and ROI-led.</li><li>Introduce stronger commercial management of vendors and contracts.</li></ul><ol start="7"><li><strong> Build a Fit-for-Purpose IT Function</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and implement an appropriate target operating model for IT, balancing in-house capability and outsourced services.</li><li>Clarify roles, accountability, and governance.</li><li>Upskill or reshape the existing IT Manager role as part of a sustainable future-state function.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li><strong> Core Systems & Operating System Remediation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Address critical system instability, including replacement of the unsupported operating system (in place since November 2015).</li><li>Build a robust business case for change, clearly articulating risk, cost, ROI, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>Reduce system failures and downtime, improving operational resilience.</li></ul><ol start="9"><li><strong> Exit Readiness</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Ensure all initiatives support the broader objective of maximising valuation and exit readiness for summer 2027.</li><li>Improve technology due-diligence readiness, documentation, resilience, and scalability.</li><li>Leave behind a clear technology roadmap that extends beyond the interim engagement.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile Type</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Interim IT Director / Technology Transformation Lead experience in PE-backed or highly commercial environments.</li><li>Strong track record of fixing underperforming outsourced IT models.</li><li>Commercially astute, able to build ROI-led business cases and challenge spend.</li><li>Hands-on, delivery-focused, and credible at board and CEO level.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving at pace.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU3NDAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Head of IT - London Hybrid (3 days in office) - £100k-£110k </strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a fast‑growing professional services firm who are looking for a <strong>Head of IT</strong> to lead its technology strategy, cyber posture, data capabilities and service delivery. This is a high‑impact role, shaping a modern Microsoft‑based environment and building a small, high‑performing internal team alongside managed partners.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><ul><li>Own the IT strategy, roadmap and budget.</li><li>Lead governance across cyber, risk, data protection and change.</li><li>Drive platform direction across Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, Dynamics 365, Business Central and Power Platform.</li><li>Strengthen cybersecurity controls and resilience using Microsoft's security stack.</li><li>Manage MSPs, SLAs and vendor performance; ensure value and cost optimisation.</li><li>Build and develop a capable engineering/service team.</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Experienced IT leader in a regulated or professional services environment.</li><li>Strong vendor/MSP management and service governance experience.</li><li>Hands‑on knowledge of Dynamics 365 and/or Business Central.</li><li>Background in data platforms, reporting and governance (Power BI/Fabric ideal).</li><li>Confident communicator and pragmatic moderniser with a strong security mindset.</li></ul><p><strong>Tech environment</strong></p><p>Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, Azure/Entra ID, Dynamics 365, Business Central, Power Platform, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Sentinel, Mimecast, NetDocuments and Carpe Diem.</p><p><strong>Head of IT - London Hybrid (3 days in office) - £100k-£110k </strong></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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjM3NDM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is recruiting a <strong>Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong> on behalf of a client based in <strong>Saffron Walden</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance or board administrator to provide high-level secretariat support during a period of cover, working closely with senior leaders.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>Chief of Staff</strong>, you will support the <strong>Governance & Secretariat function</strong>, ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of Board and Committee meetings.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><p>Preparing for Board and Committee meetings, including drafting agendas, scheduling meetings, and collating papers</p></li><li><p>Providing on-site and virtual administrative support (room bookings, technology setup, attendance management)</p></li><li><p>Taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and circulating documentation promptly</p></li><li><p>Maintaining action logs, registers, and governance records</p></li><li><p>Supporting governance and compliance processes, ensuring confidentiality and information security</p></li><li><p>Building effective working relationships with Non-Executive Directors, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>Proven experience in <strong>Secretariat Services</strong>, including Board or Committee administration</p></li><li><p>Experience working within a <strong>regulated or complex organisation</strong></p></li><li><p>Confidence supporting senior leadership, including NEDs and Executive teams</p></li><li><p>Strong minute-taking, organisation, and document management skills</p></li><li><p>Excellent attention to detail, planning, and time management</p></li><li><p>Clear and professional written and verbal communication</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with board/committee portals (e.g. <strong>Diligent</strong>) and governance frameworks</p></li><li><p>A professional qualification or training in company/board secretarial practice (e.g. <strong>CGI/ICSA</strong>) is desirable but not essential</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why apply?</strong></p><p>This temporary assignment offers the chance to:</p><ul><li><p>Support effective governance and decision-making at Board level</p></li><li><p>Work closely with senior leaders in a professional, high-impact environment</p></li><li><p>Further develop your secretariat and governance experience</p></li></ul><p>Please note: <strong>occasional early morning or evening availability</strong> and <strong>travel to meeting locations</strong> may be required.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQxNzAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are supporting a London based financial services organisation with their search for a <strong>2nd Line Support Engineer</strong> to join the team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong end user computing experience, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of modern endpoint security and device management.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The 2nd Line Support Engineer will be responsible for the support, stability, and security of end user devices across Windows, iOS, and Android. You will manage incoming support requests via email, phone, and internal ticketing systems, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.</p><p>Key duties include:</p><ul><li>Providing 1st and 2nd line support across laptops, mobile devices, and M365 services.</li><li>Working closely with site‑based IT contacts, offering guidance, training, and ensuring consistent support standards.</li><li>Creating and maintaining support documentation to enhance the user experience.</li><li>Developing your technical skill set with clear progression opportunities into more advanced engineering responsibilities.</li><li>Supporting occasional out of hours work when required.</li><li>Assisting the wider Technology and Information teams with operational and project based tasks.</li><li>Carrying out additional duties as directed by the IT leadership team.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will have a proven background supporting complex environments, managing endpoint and identity issues. You will be confident supporting users at all levels, including senior stakeholders, and capable of taking ownership of incidents through to resolution.</p><p>You should have strong experience with:</p><ul><li>Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager)</li><li>Windows 11</li><li>Microsoft Defender for Endpoint</li><li>Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access & MFA</li><li>PowerShell scripting</li><li>Device compliance, security baselines, and vulnerability remediation</li><li>Networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPN, proxies)</li></ul><p>Experience with the following is advantageous:</p><ul><li>Meraki networking</li><li>Egnyte governance and collaboration tools</li><li>Azure infrastructure (VMs, storage, networking)</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </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/QWxleC5IaWxsLjc1NDIwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading UK retail organisation to hire an Apple Systems Engineer for an initial 6-month contract, with a strong view to permanent.</p><p>This role will act as a senior technical escalation point across the IT service desk while owning Apple-focused systems, endpoint management, and day-to-day IT operations within the London office. The position will play a key role in stabilising, improving, and scaling IT support as the organisation builds a London-based IT team.</p><p data-end="730" data-start="709"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1574" data-start="731"><li data-end="808" data-start="731">Act as a senior escalation point across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line IT support</li><li data-start="809" data-end="897">Deliver high-quality, customer-focused support across macOS and Windows environments</li><li data-start="898" data-end="983">Own and continuously improve IT service desk processes and best-practice delivery</li><li data-end="1068" data-start="984">Manage Apple device lifecycle management using Jamf and Microsoft InTune<strong> </strong></li><li data-start="984" data-end="1068">Lead employee onboarding and offboarding, including device provisioning and access management</li><li data-end="1256" data-start="1167">Support a remote workforce, including networking, VPN, and secure access requirements</li><li data-end="1350" data-start="1257">Troubleshoot server-related issues and collaborate with wider IT stakeholders as required</li><li data-start="1351" data-end="1424">Support cloud terminals, system changes, and operational improvements</li><li data-start="1425" data-end="1496">Take ownership of day-to-day IT operations within the London office</li><li data-start="1497" data-end="1574">Contribute to the growth and development of a future London-based IT team</li></ul><p data-end="1596" data-start="1581"><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="2116" data-start="1597"><li data-start="1597" data-end="1686">Strong hands-on experience supporting macOS environments in an enterprise setting</li><li data-start="1687" data-end="1736">Good working knowledge of Windows systems</li><li data-start="1737" data-end="1798">Proven experience using Jamf and Microsoft Intune</li><li data-start="1799" data-end="1852">Solid understanding of user and device management</li><li data-start="1853" data-end="1907">Experience supporting remote and hybrid workforces</li><li data-start="1908" data-end="1979">Working knowledge of networking concepts and server troubleshooting</li><li data-end="2049" data-start="1980">Ability to work independently and take ownership of IT operations</li><li data-start="2050" data-end="2116">Experience within a retail or multi-site environment (desirable)</li></ul><p data-start="2123" data-end="2140"><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul data-start="2141" data-end="2360"><li data-start="2141" data-end="2210">London-based contract role - 4 days per week onsite (Holborn)</li><li data-end="2268" data-start="2211">Initial 6-month contract with a view to permanent</li><li data-start="2269" data-end="2292">Global Retail organisation</li><li data-start="2269" data-end="2292">Competitive hourly rate</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuODUyMTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>CLIENT HOST - TEMPORARY - UP TO £19.50/HR - LONDON - ONSITE </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a temporary Client Host, offering up to £19.50/hr! </p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Client Host </li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £19.50/hr depending on experience (via umbrella company) </li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Canary Wharf</li><li><strong>Working pattern</strong>: 5 days onsite, Monday - Friday</li><li><strong>Working hours</strong> - 8am-4.30pm and 8.30am-5pm (weekly rotation with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break)</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Greet and direct visitors.</li><li>Provide information and answer the telephone or console switchboard.</li><li>Receive and send packages via couriers.</li><li>Maintain visitor log and/or call record, provide security passes/badges, typing, filing or other simple clerical functions.</li><li>Maintain boardroom schedule and equipment.</li><li>Provide other administrative support as required: typing, filing, photocopying, binding books, and preparing mailers.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Good verbal and written communication skills, multi-tasking, customer service skills and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and time management skills.</li><li>Ability to keep information organised and confidential.</li><li>Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. </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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjI2MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a well-established UK-based business operating within the production services sector, with activity across the UK, Europe, and Internationally.</p><p data-start="770" data-end="951">Due to continued growth and increased workload, the company is now looking to hire an <strong data-start="855" data-end="884">Admin Assistant</strong> to support the finance function and general office administration.</p><h3 data-end="972" data-start="953">Role Overview</h3><p data-start="973" data-end="1252">This is a hands-on, varied role supporting both finance and office/HR administration. It is well suited to someone early in their career (around 1+ year experience) who enjoys working in a small, close-knit team and is comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day responsibilities.</p><p data-start="1254" data-end="1374">You will work closely with senior stakeholders and play a key role in keeping core business operations running smoothly.</p><h3 data-end="1402" data-start="1376">Key Responsibilities</h3><h3 data-end="1402" data-start="1376"><strong data-end="1671" data-start="1641">HR & Office Administration</strong></h3><ul data-end="2062" data-start="1672"><li data-end="1726" data-start="1672"><p data-end="1726" data-start="1674">Maintaining attendance records and holiday planner</p></li><li data-start="1727" data-end="1822"><p data-end="1822" data-start="1729">Ensuring staff documentation is up to date (contracts, starter forms, right-to-work checks)</p></li><li data-start="1823" data-end="1880"><p data-end="1880" data-start="1825">Supporting onboarding administration for new starters</p></li><li data-start="1881" data-end="1943"><p data-end="1943" data-start="1883">General filing and document management (digital and paper)</p></li><li data-start="1944" data-end="2000"><p data-start="1946" data-end="2000">Ordering office supplies and liaising with suppliers</p></li><li data-end="2062" data-start="2001"><p data-start="2003" data-end="2062">Providing ad-hoc administrative support to the wider team</p></li></ul><p data-start="1404" data-end="1415"><strong data-end="1415" data-start="1404">Finance</strong></p><ul data-end="1639" data-start="1416"><li data-start="1416" data-end="1448"><p data-start="1418" data-end="1448">Processing supplier invoices</p></li><li data-start="1449" data-end="1524"><p data-end="1524" data-start="1451">Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring correct authorisation</p></li><li data-end="1593" data-start="1525"><p data-start="1527" data-end="1593">Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving invoice queries</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2088" data-start="2064"> </h3><h3 data-end="2088" data-start="2064">Team & Environment</h3><ul data-end="2377" data-start="2089"><li data-start="2089" data-end="2123"><p data-start="2091" data-end="2123">Small team of around 10 people</p></li><li data-start="2124" data-end="2167"><p data-end="2167" data-start="2126">Flat structure with close collaboration</p></li><li data-end="2201" data-start="2168"><p data-start="2170" data-end="2201">Strong tenure and stable team</p></li><li data-start="2202" data-end="2254"><p data-start="2204" data-end="2254">Friendly, relaxed, and supportive office culture</p></li><li data-end="2302" data-start="2255"><p data-start="2257" data-end="2302">Everyone contributes beyond their job title</p></li><li data-start="2303" data-end="2377"><p data-start="2305" data-end="2377">Dog-friendly office (candidates must be comfortable working around dogs)</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2402" data-start="2379">Candidate Profile</h3><p data-end="2418" data-start="2404"><strong data-start="2404" data-end="2418">Must-haves</strong></p><ul data-start="2419" data-end="2607"><li data-start="2419" data-end="2491"><p data-end="2491" data-start="2421">At least 1 year's experience in a finance and/or administrative role</p></li><li data-end="2548" data-start="2492"><p data-start="2494" data-end="2548">Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</p></li><li data-end="2607" data-start="2549"><p data-start="2551" data-end="2607">Comfortable working full-time in an office environment</p></li></ul><p data-end="2625" data-start="2609"><strong data-end="2625" data-start="2609">Nice to have</strong></p><ul data-end="2716" data-start="2626"><li data-start="2626" data-end="2676"><p data-end="2676" data-start="2628">Experience in a small or medium-sized business</p></li><li data-start="2677" data-end="2716"><p data-start="2679" data-end="2716">Exposure to basic HR administration</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/TWFkZWxlaW5lLkJhcm5lcy40MzA1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="182" data-end="411">Robert Half have partnered with a global consultancy firm to recruit for an experienced Systems Engineer (VMware Cloud Foundation) to support a large-scale VMware Cloud 9 deployment for a global financial services client.</p><p data-end="587" data-start="413">This role will focus on VCF enablement, automation, operations, and platform adoption, ensuring the environment is production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards.</p><p data-start="589" data-end="609"><strong data-end="609" data-start="589">Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1202" data-start="610"><li data-end="688" data-start="610"><p data-start="612" data-end="688">Engineer, deploy, and support VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) infrastructure</p></li><li data-start="689" data-end="775"><p data-start="691" data-end="775">Support VCF enablement and adoption, including platform readiness and optimisation</p></li><li data-end="845" data-start="776"><p data-end="845" data-start="778">Design, build, and maintain automation workflows and integration's</p></li><li data-start="846" data-end="910"><p data-end="910" data-start="848">Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and operational tooling</p></li><li data-end="973" data-start="911"><p data-start="913" data-end="973">Support VMware Cloud 9 deployment and lifecycle management</p></li><li data-start="974" data-end="1054"><p data-end="1054" data-start="976">Collaborate with architects and operations teams to implement best practices</p></li><li data-end="1124" data-start="1055"><p data-start="1057" data-end="1124">Troubleshoot complex platform, automation, and operational issues</p></li><li data-start="1125" data-end="1202"><p data-end="1202" data-start="1127">Contribute to documentation, knowledge transfer, and operational handover</p></li></ul><p data-end="1218" data-start="1204"><strong data-end="1218" data-start="1204">Experience</strong></p><ul data-end="1844" data-start="1219"><li data-end="1305" data-start="1219"><p data-end="1305" data-start="1221">Strong hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) or VMware full stack</p></li><li data-start="1306" data-end="1387"><p data-start="1308" data-end="1387">Deep experience with VMware Aria Automation (vRA 8.x) and VMware Orchestrator</p></li><li data-end="1447" data-start="1388"><p data-end="1447" data-start="1390">Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell</p></li><li data-start="1448" data-end="1519"><p data-end="1519" data-start="1450">Experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Operations for Logs</p></li><li data-start="1520" data-end="1580"><p data-end="1580" data-start="1522">Solid understanding of REST APIs and system integrations</p></li><li data-start="1581" data-end="1649"><p data-start="1583" data-end="1649">Experience operating VMware platforms in enterprise environments</p></li><li data-start="1650" data-end="1683"><p data-end="1683" data-start="1652">Ansible and Python experience</p></li><li data-start="1684" data-end="1722"><p data-start="1686" data-end="1722">Knowledge of VCF Automation (VCFA)</p></li><li data-start="1723" data-end="1781"><p data-end="1781" data-start="1725">Broad VMware full-stack knowledge (vSphere, NSX, vSAN)</p></li><li data-start="1782" data-end="1844"><p data-start="1784" data-end="1844">Financial services or highly regulated industry experience</p></li></ul><p data-end="1857" data-start="1846"><strong data-start="1846" data-end="1857">Company</strong></p><ul data-end="1950" data-start="1858"><li data-end="1885" data-start="1858"><p data-start="1860" data-end="1885">Global consultancy firm</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1910"><p data-end="1910" data-start="1888">Competitive day rate</p></li><li data-start="1911" data-end="1950"><p data-end="1950" data-start="1913">Hybrid working - London Based </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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuOTg3NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">