<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 data-end="186" data-start="63"><strong data-start="63" data-end="88">IT Support Technician</strong><br / data-end="91" data-start="88"> <strong data-start="91" data-end="104">Location:</strong> Central London<br / data-end="122" data-start="119"> <strong data-start="122" data-end="133">Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £40,000<br data-start="151" data-end="154" /> <strong data-end="163" data-start="154">Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p data-end="518" data-start="188">A leading, fully regulated financial services firm is seeking an IT Support Technician to join its growing technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 18 months' experience in a helpdesk environment who wants to develop their technical capability within a professional, high-performing environment.</p><p data-end="847" data-start="520"><strong data-end="538" data-start="520">About the Role</strong><br / data-end="541" data-start="538"> You will provide day-to-day technical support to users across the business, ensuring colleagues receive an efficient, friendly and reliable service. The role includes user support, system administration and broader IT operations, with exposure to Microsoft technologies, cloud platforms and security tools.</p><p data-end="875" data-start="849"><strong data-end="873" data-start="849">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="876" data-end="1651"><li data-start="876" data-end="946"><p data-start="878" data-end="946">Desktop support and troubleshooting in a Windows 10/11 environment</p></li><li data-start="947" data-end="970"><p data-start="949" data-end="970">Remote user support</p></li><li data-start="971" data-end="1076"><p data-end="1076" data-start="973">Administration of Active Directory, Exchange Online, Office 365, Azure and other third-party services</p></li><li data-end="1133" data-start="1077"><p data-start="1079" data-end="1133">Support and administration of Microsoft Dynamics CRM</p></li><li data-start="1134" data-end="1177"><p data-end="1177" data-start="1136">Daily systems and infrastructure checks</p></li><li data-end="1247" data-start="1178"><p data-end="1247" data-start="1180">Installing and configuring new hardware, software and peripherals</p></li><li data-end="1272" data-start="1248"><p data-start="1250" data-end="1272">Onboarding new staff</p></li><li data-end="1317" data-start="1273"><p data-start="1275" data-end="1317">Maintaining and managing Windows servers</p></li><li data-end="1393" data-start="1318"><p data-start="1320" data-end="1393">Creating and updating documentation for all IT processes and procedures</p></li><li data-end="1447" data-start="1394"><p data-start="1396" data-end="1447">Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery testing</p></li><li data-start="1448" data-end="1502"><p data-end="1502" data-start="1450">Anti-virus, firewall and cyber security monitoring</p></li><li data-start="1503" data-end="1528"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1505">Backup administration</p></li><li data-end="1565" data-start="1529"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1565">Licensing and printer management</p></li><li data-end="1595" data-start="1566"><p data-end="1595" data-start="1568">Delivering staff training</p></li><li data-start="1596" data-end="1651"><p data-start="1598" data-end="1651">Supporting all other aspects of daily IT operations</p></li></ul><p data-start="1653" data-end="1687"><strong data-end="1685" data-start="1653">Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul data-start="1688" data-end="2054"><li data-start="1688" data-end="1782"><p data-end="1782" data-start="1690">Minimum 18 months' IT support experience within a regulated financial services environment</p></li><li data-end="1824" data-start="1783"><p data-start="1785" data-end="1824">Strong desktop troubleshooting skills</p></li><li data-start="1825" data-end="1880"><p data-end="1880" data-start="1827">Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="1881" data-end="1943"><p data-end="1943" data-start="1883">Strong communication skills with a customer-first approach</p></li><li data-end="1990" data-start="1944"><p data-end="1990" data-start="1946">Calm under pressure, flexible and reliable</p></li><li data-start="1991" data-end="2054"><p data-end="2054" data-start="1993">Good knowledge of Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10/11)</p></li></ul><p data-start="2056" data-end="2148"><strong data-end="2082" data-start="2056">Professional Standards</strong></p><p data-end="2148" data-start="2056">As part of a regulated organisation, you will be expected to:</p><ul data-end="2398" data-start="2149"><li data-start="2149" data-end="2208"><p data-end="2208" data-start="2151">Follow FCA, FSMA and all internal compliance procedures</p></li><li data-start="2209" data-end="2255"><p data-start="2211" data-end="2255">Keep documentation accurate and up to date</p></li><li data-start="2256" data-end="2336"><p data-end="2336" data-start="2258">Maintain CPD and stay informed on relevant legislative and technical changes</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/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC42MzEzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.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>IAM SailPoint Programme Director | Robert Half | London (Hybrid)</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half International (an S&P 500 global staffing provider) is supporting a <strong>global consulting firm</strong> in sourcing an <strong>interim associate</strong> to join their team and support an <strong>insurance broker end-client</strong>. The engagement focuses on leading a critical <strong>SailPoint Identity & Access Management (IAM)</strong> programme, with a strong emphasis on <strong>Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)</strong>, driven by regulatory requirements, audit scrutiny, and rapid organisational growth. This is a delivery-led role requiring senior programme leadership rather than advisory or framework-only input.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Interim contract,</strong> initial 6-12 months (extension highly likely past 2026)</li><li>Hybrid working model - minimum 2 days per week on-site in the City of London</li><li><strong>Daily rate via PAYE</strong> <strong>c. £750-£800 p/day PLUS 12.07% holiday pay</strong> (employer's NI & tax deducted at source - unlike umbrella companies and no umbrella company admin fees)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Deep experience in Identity Governance & Administration with SailPoint</strong></li><li>Proven experience operating at <strong>Programme Director level</strong> on large-scale IAM or technology-enabled risk programmes</li><li>Strong hands-on delivery experience across <strong>Identity & Access Management</strong>, with clear ownership of end-to-end programmes</li><li>Background delivering change in <strong>regulated environments</strong>, ideally insurance or broader financial services</li><li>Experience addressing audit, regulatory, and control-driven requirements (e.g. SOX-style controls, DORA, operational resilience)</li><li>Ability to stabilise low-maturity environments and drive pragmatic delivery outcomes</li><li>Strong stakeholder management across Cyber Security, Technology Risk, Audit, and senior business leadership</li><li>Comfortable challenging vendors and third parties and taking accountability for programme direction</li><li>Strong governance, reporting, and executive communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>All candidates will be subject to standard screening, including Right to Work, DBS, credit, fraud/sanctions, and employment verification.</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a critical role supporting regulatory and control readiness for a complex global insurance organisation. The successful candidate will be expected to step in quickly, take ownership, and deliver tangible outcomes.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4xOTM5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="19"><strong data-end="19" data-start="0">Job Description</strong></p><p data-start="21" data-end="362">This role provides accurate and timely administrative and accounting support to the finance function, ensuring strict deadlines are consistently met. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working both independently and as part of a team.</p><p data-end="388" data-start="364"><strong data-start="364" data-end="388">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="389" data-end="1236"><li data-end="604" data-start="389"><p data-start="391" data-end="604">Process a high volume of accounts payable invoices using accounting systems (e.g. Xero), including data entry or import, uploading invoices and supporting documentation, obtaining approvals, and accurate coding.</p></li><li data-end="664" data-start="605"><p data-end="664" data-start="607">Prepare and issue remittance advices following payment.</p></li><li data-start="665" data-end="757"><p data-start="667" data-end="757">Assist with preparing data for upload to the bank for approval of weekly payment cycles.</p></li><li data-start="758" data-end="911"><p data-start="760" data-end="911">Respond to internal and external queries via email by liaising with relevant departments and utilising accounting systems to resolve issues promptly.</p></li><li data-start="912" data-end="1040"><p data-start="914" data-end="1040">Perform supplier statement reconciliations and daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and complete financial records.</p></li><li data-end="1141" data-start="1041"><p data-end="1141" data-start="1043">Support monthly customer invoicing processes, including preparation of supporting documentation.</p></li><li data-end="1236" data-start="1142"><p data-end="1236" data-start="1144">Provide administrative and transactional assistance to the wider finance team as required.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1238" data-end="1480">All duties must be carried out in line with applicable quality management and information security requirements, maintaining confidentiality at all times and acting impartially, with any potential conflicts of interest declared to management.</p><p data-start="1482" data-end="1507"><strong data-start="1482" data-end="1507">Skills and Attributes</strong></p><p data-end="1839" data-start="1509">The successful candidate will be highly IT literate, with strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to liaising with operational teams and other departments.</p><p data-end="2231" data-start="1841">This role requires sound day-to-day decision-making, effective time management, and a high level of attention to detail, particularly when working with large volumes of data. The ability to self-manage workload and priorities, work accurately, and consistently meet deadlines is critical. A flexible, team-focused "can-do" attitude is expected to support the changing needs of the business.</p><p data-start="2233" data-end="2266"><strong data-start="2233" data-end="2266">Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p data-start="2268" data-is-only-node="" data-is-last-node="" data-end="2362">Previous experience working in a similar administrative or accounting environment is 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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDkzNjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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><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 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 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">