<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>Robert Half is partnering with a leading UK public-sector advisory organisation to hire a Cloud & Data Architect for an initial 3-6 month contract.</p><p>This role will drive the modernisation of their data and analytics capabilities, enabling advanced analytics, AI-powered insights, and evidence-based decision-making. </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Conduct a structured assessment of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure vs. GCP) and data/AI architectures.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Evaluate solutions against performance, security, cost, scalability, and operational simplicity.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Deliver clear recommendations, including risks, timelines, and cost models, tailored for Board-level decision-making.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Design an end-to-end cloud data and analytics architecture, leveraging Databricks as the preferred analytics layer.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Define lakehouse patterns and approaches for data ingestion, storage, processing, and analytics.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Establish secure access control, governance, and compliance frameworks.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Act as a hands-on technical lead for platform build and configuration.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Implement core cloud, data, and analytics components from design through deployment.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Collaborate with analysts, IT teams, and business stakeholders to translate analytical needs into practical solutions.</li></ul><p> <strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Demonstrated experience implementing Databricks in both Azure and GCP</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven track record of delivering cloud-based analytics platforms end-to-end.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hands-on experience as a Data Architect (not advisory-only).</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong expertise in Azure or Google Cloud Platform.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Deep understanding of lakehouse architecture, data engineering, and analytics frameworks.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Experience with large, unstructured, and geospatial datasets.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Delivery of AI and NLP workloads using cloud-native services.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong background in security, governance, and access control design.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to produce clear technical diagrams, cost models, and senior-level recommendations.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">UK Remote Contract </li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Initial 3-6 Month Contract</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Public Sector Advisory Organisation</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuODEwMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are with a Global Financial Services Organisation to recruit for a Linux / Oracle Systems Administrator (Banking) based in London on an initial 24 Month Fixed Term Contract for a Global Financial services Organisation.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and optimise Oracle databases for core banking applications (Flexcube), ensuring high availability, performance, and security.</li><li>Manage and maintain Linux and AIX servers hosting financial systems.</li><li>Perform OS and database upgrades, patching, and performance tuning.</li><li>Collaborate with senior IT staff and external specialists for planning and requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting banking services.</li><li>Implement and monitor backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and Data Guard.</li><li>Automate routine tasks via shell scripting and configuration management tools.</li><li>Ensure compliance with IT security policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.</li><li>Provide on-call support and incident response for production environments.</li><li>Document procedures, configurations, and operational runbooks.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>7+ years in Oracle DBA roles (including RAC, ASM, performance tuning)</li><li>Strong command of SQL and Oracle PL/SQL.</li><li>5+ years with Linux (RHEL/Oracle Linux) and AIX.</li><li>Experience with IBM Power systems</li><li>Shell scripting (Bash, Korn) and automation tools</li><li>Monitoring tools (OEM, Nagios) and log analysis</li><li>Banking and financial systems architecture.</li><li>Experience with Flexcube environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation</strong>:</p><ul><li>Global Financial Services Organisation </li><li>24 Month Fixed Term Contract </li><li>Hybrid Working - London Based </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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuODI0OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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">
<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 style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> Role:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Administrator for a 12 month Temporary role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li data-end="167" data-start="79"><p data-start="81" data-end="167">High-volume but straightforward administrative role supporting the underwriting team</p></li><li data-end="246" data-start="168"><p data-end="246" data-start="170">Review applications, accounts and business information to help assess risk</p></li><li data-end="329" data-start="247"><p data-end="329" data-start="249">Work through a clear checklist and prepare files to pass on to the Underwriter</p></li><li data-start="330" data-end="407"><p data-end="407" data-start="332">Process quotes, update records and liaise with brokers by phone and email</p></li><li data-end="474" data-start="408"><p data-end="474" data-start="410">Check documentation for accuracy, completeness and consistency</p></li><li data-end="553" data-start="475"><p data-end="553" data-start="477">Handle multiple tasks at pace while maintaining strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="692" data-start="554"><p data-end="692" data-start="556">Open on background - insurance or financial services useful but not essential if diligent, organised and comfortable with volume admin</p></li><li data-end="786" data-start="693"><p data-start="695" data-end="786">Environment operates similarly to banking, with some industry-specific processes to learn</p></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Profile:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">The successful temporary, Administrator will have at least 3 years experience working within an administrative function and will have ideally had experience within the banking or insurance sector. </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Client:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is an Insurance firm based in the City of London. You will work 2 days per week from their office and 3 days from home.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Salary & Benefits:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">This immediate, temporary Administrator role will be paying circa £16-20 per hour. This is dependant on experience.</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/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjQwNjY2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
