<p>Our client, a large UK organisation is undertaking a greenfield implementation of Dynamics 365 Customer Insights Journeys and a new MarTech data environment. This role will lead the end-to-end design and build of a multi-channel customer engagement and insights platform.</p><p> </p><p>This is a high-impact position with direct visibility to senior stakeholders, ideal for a hands-on Lead MarTech Architect who excels in fast-paced delivery settings.</p><p> </p><p><strong>This is a remote, 3 month contract inside IR35. </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong> Lead D365 Customer Insights Journeys & MarTech Architect Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Architect and implement D365 Customer Insights Journeys as the central orchestration platform.</li><li>Develop a data-driven engagement model using Azure for profiling, segmentation and insight.</li><li>Enable and integrate multi-channel communications, including:</li><ul><li>Web Push</li><li>WhatsApp / RCS (via Twilio)</li></ul><li>Build real-time customer data flows into D365 for personalisation and modelling.</li><li>Deliver Next Best Action / Next Best Segment capability using behavioural and usage data.</li><li>Create unified customer profiles at both individual and account levels for insight and retention.</li><li>Enable behavioural, click and engagement tracking for analytics and CRM modelling.</li><li>Establish the foundations for predictive and churn-propensity modelling.</li><li>Act as the technical lead and hands-on architect through discovery, design and delivery.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Expected Outcomes in the First 3 Months:</strong></p><ul><li>D365 Customer Insights Journeys deployed to production.</li><li>Azure-based data ingestion and profiling fully operational.</li><li>Multi-channel messaging enabled and integrated with CIJ.</li><li>Unified customer profile established.</li><li>Insight dashboards live, covering:</li><ul><li>Engagement</li><li>Retention</li><li>Revenue optimisation</li></ul><li>Defined roadmap for future modelling, orchestration, and optimisation phases.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong> Lead D365 Customer Insights Journeys & MarTech Architect Ideal Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Successful hands-on delivery of D365 Customer Insights Journeys in a production environment.</li><li>Strong Azure data engineering and profiling background.</li><li>Multi-channel orchestration experience beyond email (e.g., Web Push, WhatsApp, RCS).</li><li>Demonstrable end-to-end CRM / MarTech architecture ownership.</li><li>Experience in greenfield or digital transformation programmes.</li><li>Ability to deliver within a 3-month sprint model.</li><li>Confident stakeholder engagement and whiteboarding skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Power Platform / Dynamics 365 CE integration experience.</li><li>CI/CD pipeline experience for CRM / MarTech environments.</li><li>Exposure to predictive analytics or churn modelling.</li><li>Experience delivering platforms with commercial / revenue accountability.</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/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuNTM5NDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global client in Central Oxford to recruit a permanent Data Architect to join the team. This is a unique opportunity you will be leading on all data architecture, building the data layer from scratch. You will also be part of the Technical Design Authority, involved in defining processes and practices to ensure they are scalable, secure and robust.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead on all data architecture initiatives for a global business</li><li>Partner with the senior leadership team to ensure designs meet business objectives</li><li>Steer key decisions on how data flows between business systems/applications</li></ul><p><strong>About You: </strong></p><ul><li>Strong data architecture experience</li><li>Understanding of Fabric, Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI</li><li>Strong stakeholder management experience</li><li>Experience in end-to-end design and delivery of data solutions</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Pension contribution 5-8%</li><li>Hybrid working - Central Oxford 3 days a week in the office</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/Um94eS5MYXcuODU4ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a Aerospace organisation to recruit an Enterprise Architect on an initial 6 month contract basis. Bedford Based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Strategic Architecture Development</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise Architect will define and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks encompassing IT and OT domains.</li><li>Establish and enforce architectural principles, policies, and standards.</li><li>Align architecture with MOD standards i.e. Secure by Design, JSP 453 and Defence Digital policies.</li><li>Lead on documenting current state as-is systems/networks and define to-be architecture requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Integration</strong></p><ul><li>Design architectures that bridge traditional IT systems (networks, cloud, applications) with OT environments (SCADA, ICS, sensors, and control systems).</li><li>Work with multiple functions to translate functional and non-functional requirements for applications/systems/networks into technical solutions</li><li>Ensure secure data exchange between IT and OT systems while maintaining operational integrity.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Governance & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Establish architecture principles and standards in line with JSPs, NIST, and ISO/IEC frameworks.</li><li>Lead on writing/developing artefacts such as HLD, LLD, SyOps, System Security Plans, Requirements Traceability Matrices, RACI, etc.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, DefStan 05-138, ISNs and relevant defence security regulations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, mediate complex discussions, gain support for initiatives and ensure architectural coherence.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on technology roadmaps and risk mitigation.</li><li>Guide risk-based, complex architectural decisions and lead architectural governance.</li><li>Design architectures that align with organisational objectives, influence structures, technology, and processes.</li><li>Lead the framing of complex problems, coach others in defining problems, and identify opportunities for solutions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Innovation & Future Readiness</strong></p><ul><li>Lead on the technical business continuity and disaster recovery planning solutions</li><li>Design and implement secure, immutable backup solutions for IT and OT systems</li><li>Conduct horizon scanning to identify and assess emerging trends and their potential impact.</li><li>Drive digital transformation initiatives across corporate, secure and classified networks.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Skills and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise Architect will have proven experience in enterprise architecture within defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT domains i.e Servers, VMWare platforms, storage, networking, cybersecurity, applications) and OT systems i.e. ICS, SCADA, PLCs.</li><li>Familiarity with architectural frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.</li><li>Understanding of secure-by-design principles and accreditation processes for classified systems.</li><li>Experience of legacy IT transformation.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>SC Security clearance or the ability to obtain it.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise architect will have a proven experience in enterprise architecture within defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT domains i.e Servers, VMWare platforms, storage, networking, cybersecurity, applications) and OT systems i.e. ICS, SCADA, PLCs.</li><li>Familiarity with architectural frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.</li><li>Understanding of secure-by-design principles and accreditation processes for classified systems.</li><li>Experience of legacy IT transformation.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>SC Security clearance or the ability to obtain it.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading Aerospace organisation</li><li>Offices in Bedford </li><li>6 month initial contract </li><li>SC Clearance needed </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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjM0NTcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="80" data-end="210"><strong data-start="80" data-end="117">Senior IT Specialist - Operations</strong><br data-end="120" / data-start="117"> <strong data-end="133" data-start="120">Location:</strong> London (supporting EMEA & AsiaPac) - Hybrid, 3 Days in the Office<br / data-end="167" data-start="164"> <strong data-start="167" data-end="187">Employment Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p data-end="501" data-start="212">We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Specialist to join a leading international conferences and events organisation. The company delivers high-level industry conferences attended by global professionals and is continuing to expand its technical capabilities across multiple regions.</p><h3 data-end="527" data-start="503"><strong data-end="525" data-start="507">About the Role</strong></h3><p data-end="936" data-start="528">As a Senior IT Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising the organisation's IT infrastructure to ensure performance, security, and reliability. You'll handle advanced operational support, work closely with regional teams, and act as a technical liaison for local vendors. You'll also contribute to key IT projects including system upgrades, migrations, and new technology rollouts.</p><p data-end="1086" data-start="938">This role is ideal for an experienced IT professional who enjoys varied technical work, takes ownership, and thrives in a multinational environment.</p><h3 data-start="1088" data-end="1118"><strong data-start="1092" data-end="1116">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-end="1160" data-start="1119"><strong data-end="1158" data-start="1119">Infrastructure & Systems Management</strong></p><ul data-end="1464" data-start="1161"><li data-end="1248" data-start="1161"><p data-end="1248" data-start="1163">Maintain and optimise servers, network equipment, storage, and core infrastructure.</p></li><li data-start="1249" data-end="1340"><p data-start="1251" data-end="1340">Deploy, configure, and support hardware and software across EMEA and AsiaPac locations.</p></li><li data-end="1399" data-start="1341"><p data-end="1399" data-start="1343">Implement security and data protection best practices.</p></li><li data-end="1464" data-start="1400"><p data-end="1464" data-start="1402">Perform regular system monitoring, maintenance, and updates.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1492" data-start="1466"><strong data-start="1466" data-end="1490">Operations & Support</strong></p><ul data-end="1781" data-start="1493"><li data-end="1561" data-start="1493"><p data-start="1495" data-end="1561">Provide advanced technical support and resolve escalated issues.</p></li><li data-end="1639" data-start="1562"><p data-start="1564" data-end="1639">Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.</p></li><li data-end="1717" data-start="1640"><p data-end="1717" data-start="1642">Troubleshoot system and network performance issues and minimise downtime.</p></li><li data-start="1718" data-end="1781"><p data-start="1720" data-end="1781">Maintain technical documentation and configuration records.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1783" data-end="1813"><strong data-start="1783" data-end="1811">Vendor & Project Support</strong></p><ul data-end="2110" data-start="1814"><li data-start="1814" data-end="1892"><p data-end="1892" data-start="1816">Act as technical point of contact for local service providers and vendors.</p></li><li data-start="1893" data-end="1948"><p data-start="1895" data-end="1948">Support procurement decisions with technical input.</p></li><li data-start="1949" data-end="2021"><p data-start="1951" data-end="2021">Contribute to IT projects, including system upgrades and expansions.</p></li><li data-end="2110" data-start="2022"><p data-start="2024" data-end="2110">Provide hands-on implementation support and collaborate with cross-functional teams.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2112" data-end="2149"><strong data-end="2147" data-start="2112">Business & Technical Leadership</strong></p><ul data-start="2150" data-end="2351"><li data-start="2150" data-end="2213"><p data-end="2213" data-start="2152">Support regional business units with their technical needs.</p></li><li data-end="2267" data-start="2214"><p data-end="2267" data-start="2216">Offer guidance and mentorship to junior IT staff.</p></li><li data-start="2268" data-end="2351"><p data-start="2270" data-end="2351">Stay informed on emerging technologies and contribute to strategic discussions.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2372" data-start="2353"><strong data-end="2370" data-start="2357">About You</strong></h3><ul data-end="2739" data-start="2373"><li data-start="2373" data-end="2440"><p data-end="2440" data-start="2375">5-7 years' experience in IT Operations or Infrastructure roles.</p></li><li data-start="2441" data-end="2540"><p data-end="2540" data-start="2443">Strong knowledge of server administration, networking, system security, and enterprise systems.</p></li><li data-end="2599" data-start="2541"><p data-end="2599" data-start="2543">Experience with cloud technologies and virtualisation.</p></li><li data-end="2655" data-start="2600"><p data-end="2655" data-start="2602">Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.</p></li><li data-end="2739" data-start="2656"><p data-start="2658" data-end="2739">Strong communication skills and comfortable working across multinational teams.</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/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC43Njk1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Solution Architect - Payments / Digital / Banking<br /></strong>Robert Half (an S&P 500 global staffing firm) is supporting a major consulting partner in sourcing experienced Solution Architects to support delivery across digital channels, payments, and core banking integration streams. The roles focus on hands-on solution design, integration patterns, API-led architecture, and working closely with engineering teams to deliver secure and scalable banking platforms.</p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Initial Duration</strong>: <strong>3 to 6 months</strong></li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Hybrid with UK hours (flexible on-site as required)</li><li><strong>Day Rate</strong>: IRO of <strong>£600 to £700</strong> per day via FCSA umbrella accredited company</li><li><strong>Start Date</strong>: January 2026</li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strong experience delivering solution architecture within banking</strong></li><li><strong>Expertise across one or more of the following:</strong></li><li><strong>Payments: card issuing/acquiring, tokenisation, EMVCo, 3DS, PSP integrations</strong></li><li>Digital channels: mobile/web journeys, authentication flows, API-led design</li><li>Core banking: customer/account/transaction flows, integration, data models</li><li>Hands-on design of HLDs, LLDs, API specs, sequence diagrams and solution options</li><li>Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture, microservices and event-driven design</li><li>Ability to work with engineering teams, security, data and ops to embed robust solutions</li><li>Familiarity with architecture tooling (Sparx EA, Abacus or similar)</li><li>Strong interpersonal style, adaptable, low ego, and able to influence without authority</li><li>Track record of completing contracts without jumping</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Role Overview<br /></strong>In this assignment, you will join an established architecture and engineering group to translate business and regulatory requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions. You will design integration patterns, support digital and payments journeys, shape API contracts, and contribute to architectural governance across the programme. This is not a tick-box role. You will actively steer design decisions, ensure engineering teams are aligned to architectural principles, and maintain high standards across security, performance and compliance.</p><p><strong>Screening: All candidates must pass standard screening including Right to Work, employment verification and credit/criminal checks.</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Solution Architect to support a major banking transformation at a critical stage.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4yNjEyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is supporting a global consulting partner in sourcing an experienced <strong>AWS Python Solution Architect</strong> to join a major financial services engagement. The role focuses on designing and implementing secure, scalable <strong>AWS-native solutions</strong> using <strong>Python, Terraform, and containerised architecture</strong>, enabling new data and AI capabilities while ensuring compliance and resilience across critical workloads.</p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Initial Duration:</strong> 6 months (likely extension given scope)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid - 2 days per week in London or Edinburgh</li><li><strong>Day Rate:</strong> <strong>£600 PAYE +12.07% holiday pay</strong> - PAYE with employer's NI & Tax deducted at source, unlike umbrella companies and no umbrella company admin fees</li><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strong banking background</strong></li><li>Deep <strong>AWS architecture</strong> expertise across VPC, ECS/EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, and KMS</li><li>Strong <strong>Python development</strong> background (boto3, FastAPI, automation tooling, testing frameworks)</li><li>Hands-on <strong>Terraform</strong> experience at module level, including policy-as-code (OPA / Conftest)</li><li>Proven design and delivery using <strong>ECS Fargate or EKS</strong> with secure image scanning and runtime security</li><li>Experience building <strong>observability frameworks</strong> - metrics, logging, tracing, retention, and access control</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>security and compliance</strong> requirements in financial services (FCA, DORA, PRA)</li><li>Familiarity with <strong>CI/CD pipelines</strong> (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CodePipeline)</li><li>Desirable exposure to <strong>SageMaker</strong>, model lifecycle integration, and MLOps monitoring</li></ul><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>You'll be part of a growing platform engineering function building the next generation of secure AWS services. This position suits a technically strong architect who codes, comfortable working across architecture, engineering, and data science teams to deliver compliant, cloud-native patterns that scale. You'll design landing zones, reusable modules, and observability frameworks, all aligned to enterprise controls and best practice.</p><p><strong>All candidates must complete standard screening (Right to Work, DBS, credit/sanctions, employment verification).</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a cloud-focused <strong>AWS Python Solution Architect</strong> to join a high-impact programme and help design, secure, and scale modern AWS platforms within a leading enterprise organisation.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS42NTYzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>ERP & Application Engineer</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong><strong> Braintree (Head Office)</strong></p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p> <strong>Department:</strong> IT Support</p><p><strong>Are you passionate about ERP systems and business applications?</strong></p><p>Join our IT Service Desk team as an <strong>ERP & Application Engineer</strong> and play a key role in supporting and improving enterprise applications-particularly <strong>ERP </strong>-while contributing to broader IT operations and Microsoft 365 support.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Provide day-to-day support and maintenance for ERP systems (ideally SAP but open to other ERP's)</li><li>Troubleshoot access, workflow, and data accuracy issues.</li><li>Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on updates and escalations.</li><li>Support integrations across accounting, inventory, and CRM.</li><li>Deliver clear, friendly user support and training.</li><li>Assist with Microsoft 365 tools and general IT tasks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> 2-5 years in IT support, ERP, or application roles.</li><li><strong>ERP Knowledge:</strong> SAP experience is ideal (others like Kerridge/K8 or MAM Autoparts welcome).</li><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong> Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows Server; PowerShell or SQL scripting is a plus.</li><li><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> Service-oriented, organised, and great communicator.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a collaborative IT team driving continuous improvement.</li><li>Work on exciting ERP projects and integrations.</li><li>Enjoy a role where your ideas and expertise make a real impact</li></ul><p>Excellent benefits on offer</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS40NjM1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
