7 results for Automation Consultant in United Kingdom

Power BI Consultant

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Technology are assisting a market-leading global accountancy firm with offices in London to recruit a Power BI Consultant on a contract basis. Outside IR35. Hybrid working - London based.Role * The Power BI Consultant will design, develop, and maintain high-quality Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models to deliver actionable insights to senior stakeholders. * Collaborate with data engineers, business analysts, and AI specialists to create data-driven reporting solutions. * Develop robust data models and DAX calculations to ensure accuracy, consistency, and optimal performance. * Work with business stakeholders to gather and translate reporting requirements into impactful visualisations. * Enhance and optimise existing Power BI solutions for improved efficiency and scalability. * Support the business in adopting self-service analytics and promote best practices in Power BI usage. * Collaborate with AI teams to integrate advanced analytics and automation into reporting frameworks.Profile * The Power BI Consultant will have proven experience designing and delivering Power BI dashboards and data models in complex, data-rich environments. * Strong proficiency in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and data modelling. * Experience working with cloud data platforms, ideally Azure, and modern data architectures. * Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly to non-technical audiences. * A strong interest in AI, data innovation, and emerging technologies is highly desirable. * Proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented, with a collaborative mindset.Company * Market-leading global accounting organisation with offices in London, undergoing a large-scale data transformation programme. * Hybrid working - two days per week on site in London. * Initial six-month contract with potential for extension.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjMxNDg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-10-20T08:46:26Z

Azure DevOps Engineer

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Technology are assisting a global market leading technology consultancy to recruit an Azure DevOps Engineer on a contract basis - Remote working - UK based - Outside IR35 Role<ul><li>The Azure DevOps Engineer will design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support the API backbone and other digital initiatives.</li><li>Implement best practices for monitoring, logging, and alerting across distributed systems.</li><li>Work closely with software development teams to embed DevOps principles and support a culture of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).</li><li>Drive adoption of test-driven development (TDD) practices within CI/CD workflows.</li><li>Contribute to the ongoing development of a scalable, resilient digital API infrastructure.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline deployments and ensure system reliability.</li><li>Support the evolution of infrastructure as code and cloud-native automation in Azure.</li></ul>Profile<ul><li>The Azure DevOps Engineer will have proven experience as a DevOps Engineer with a focus on Azure cloud technologies.</li><li>Strong background in software development (e.g., C#, Java, Python, or similar).</li><li>Hands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar).</li><li>Strong understanding of monitoring, logging, and observability tools (e.g., AppInsights, ELK, Prometheus, Grafana).</li><li>Solid knowledge of test-driven development and experience embedding TDD in automated delivery workflows.</li><li>Experience working directly within software development teams to support agile delivery.</li><li>Familiarity with API-driven architectures, microservices, and integration patterns.</li></ul>Company<ul><li>Global market leading technology consultancy</li><li>Initial 12 month contract </li><li>Fully Remote</li><li>Outside IR35</li></ul>Salary & BenefitsThe salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU1NjA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-09-03T20:49:33Z

Azure SnowFlake DBT Data Engineer

City of London, London
remote
Contract
450 - 500 GBP / Daily
Data Engineer (Azure, Snowflake, DBT) | Insurance | London (Hybrid)Robert Half International (an S&P 500 global staffing provider) is supporting a global consulting firm in sourcing an experienced Data Engineer to join a major insurance client engagement.The role focuses on building out a Snowflake Data Warehouse established last year and scaling it to support multiple new data use cases across the business.Assignment Details<ul><li>Initial Duration: 6-12 months (until March 2026, likely extension given scope)</li><li>Location: Hybrid - minimum of 2 days per week in London</li><li>Day Rate: £450 PAYE (plus 12.07% holiday pay - PAYE with employer's NI & Tax deducted at source, unlike umbrella companies and no umbrella company admin fees)</li><li>Start Date: Immediate / End of June</li></ul>Role OverviewYou'll be working within a growing data engineering function, focused on scaling a Snowflake + DBT platform to support multiple analytical and operational use cases. The team is looking for an experienced engineer with strong technical depth and an insurance background, capable of owning and extending core pipelines across the Azure and Snowflake stack.Key Skills & Experience<ul><li>Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake Cloud Data Warehouse (schemas, RBAC, performance tuning, ELT best practices).</li><li>Proven commercial experience with DBT for modular data modelling, testing, documentation, and CI/CD integration.</li><li>Skilled in Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and Databricks for end-to-end data pipeline orchestration.</li><li>Excellent SQL engineering capability; experience designing data models for analytics and operational reporting.</li><li>Proven track record in the insurance or wider financial services sector, ideally with large dataset experience.</li><li>Experience working in collaborative agile teams with CI/CD via Azure DevOps.</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Python scripting for ELT automation.</li><li>Exposure to Power BI or similar downstream analytics.</li><li>Experience building data products across multiple data domains.</li></ul>All candidates must complete standard screening (Right to Work, DBS, credit/sanctions, employment verification).This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Azure + Snowflake Data Engineer to join a high-performing team and help scale a modern data warehouse for one of the UK's leading insurance organisations.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4xNjA3OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-10-27T16:40:07Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
350 - 450 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Financial Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Manage cash flow and working capital, ensuring liquidity and financial stability</li><li>Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Monthly Balance Sheet Review - Perform monthly consolidated balance sheet reviews</li><li>Inter-company Reconciliations - Monthly reconciliations across the group</li><li>Post, Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements - including monthly Payroll Journals</li><li>Implement financial policies and procedures to ensure consistency and control.</li><li>Prepare monthly tax & VAT returns & compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), and internal policies.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits and inspections.</li><li>Stay updated on changes in financial legislation and advise leadership on implications.</li><li>Conduct internal audits or reviews to assess compliance and identify risks.</li><li>Lead or support finance transformation & transactions projects, including automation and system upgrades.</li><li>Train and mentor finance staff on compliance and control best practices.</li><li>Assist the Finance Director in all ad hoc projects as necessary.</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA or ACCA) and have experience within a similar role. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a growing consultancy based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £350 - £450 per day, dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC42MzYxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-10-23T15:21:07Z

Financial Controller

London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-end="123" data-start="89">Role & Business Overview</h3>A leading consultancy firm is seeking an ACA or ACCA-qualified Financial Controller with a practice background to join their London office. The firm operates across multiple regions, and the finance function is central to ensuring financial integrity, accurate reporting, and supporting strategic business decisions. You will lead a small finance team and play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the finance function.<h3 data-end="640" data-start="609">Financial Controller Role Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1252" data-start="641"><li data-start="641" data-end="708">Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four finance professionals.</li><li data-end="827" data-start="709">Oversee day-to-day operations across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Balance Sheet management.</li><li data-end="929" data-start="828">Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.</li><li data-end="1041" data-start="930">Prepare and analyse revenue reporting and forecasts, providing actionable insights for senior stakeholders.</li><li data-start="1042" data-end="1153">Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, supporting audits and tax requirements.</li><li data-end="1252" data-start="1154">Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging systems and automation where possible.</li></ul><h3 data-end="1285" data-start="1259">Financial Controller Key Requirements</h3><ul data-start="1286" data-end="1665"><li data-end="1347" data-start="1286">ACA or ACCA qualified, with a strong practice background.</li><li data-start="1348" data-end="1409">Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li data-start="1410" data-end="1519">Strong operational finance knowledge, including month-end close, reporting, and balance sheet management.</li><li data-start="1520" data-end="1587">Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1672" data-end="1690">Why Us?</h3><ul data-start="1691" data-end="2046"><li data-start="1691" data-end="1790">Join a highly respected professional services firm with a collaborative and supportive culture.</li><li data-start="1791" data-end="1867">Lead a pivotal finance function and influence strategic decision-making.</li><li data-start="1868" data-end="1931">Exposure to multi-region operations across EMEA and the US.</li><li data-start="1932" data-end="2046">Opportunity to drive process improvements and professional development within a dynamic, high-performing team.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4wMDEzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-09-30T15:00:18Z

Group Financial Controller

Knutsford, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering this South Manchester/Cheshire based leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients in biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology in the appointment of a Group Financial Controller. The main purpose of the role will be to lead the group finance function and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all group-level financial reporting and compliance. The Group Financial Controller plays a key leadership role in overseeing statutory reporting, group consolidation, financial controls, and compliance with accounting standards, providing strategic insight and financial governance to support the CFO and broader executive team. Reporting directly into the Group CFO, main duties will include: Financial Reporting & Consolidation<ul><li>Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP.</li><li>Deliver high-quality board and investor-level reporting, analysis, and insights</li><li>Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process for the group.</li></ul>Lender & Investor reporting <ul><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly Lender reporting packs</li><li>Prepare quarterly covenent calcuations and certificates</li><li>Prepare monthly Investor reporting packs</li><li>Provide adhoc reports and analysis as and when requested to the Investor</li></ul>Statutory Reporting & Audit <ul><li>Lead the production of statutory accounts for all legal entities across the group</li><li>Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure timely completion of the annual audit</li><li>Ensure full compliance with Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies</li></ul>Technical Accounting & Compliance <ul><li>Act as the group's technical accounting expert, advising on IFRS/GAAP matters and implementing new standards</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls in line with best practices and audit requirements </li></ul>Budgeting & forecasting<ul><li>Lead production of annual budgets (3 statement model and covenant calculations) and quarterly reforecasts </li><li>Production of in month P&L forecast for circulation to senior management and the board on a weekly basis</li></ul>Team Management <ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing group finance team.</li><li>Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and support professional development</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement</li></ul>Finance Operations<ul><li>Ensure customers are invoiced in a timely manner </li><li>Responsible for ensuring the customer and project data in the project management system (CMAP) is complete and accurate</li></ul>Tax, Treasury and Risk <ul><li>Oversee group tax compliance, including corporation tax, VAT, and transfer pricing in collaboration with advisors</li><li>Support cash flow forecasting, treasury operations, and banking relationships</li><li>Management of group's FX exposure</li><li>Preparation of rolling 13-week cashflow forecast</li><li>Contribute to risk management and financial governance</li></ul>Business Partnering & Strategy Support <ul><li>Support the CFO with strategic financial planning, M&A activity, and integration.</li><li>Identify and implement initiatives that directly enhance EBITDA through cost optimisation, process improvement, and commercial insight</li><li>Provide clear, forward-looking analysis to support strategic decisions, investment cases, and business transformation initiatives</li></ul>Systems, AI & Process Innovation <ul><li>Evaluate, select and implement new systems</li><li>(including AI and automation tools) to drive efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and lower operational costs across Finance and the wider business</li><li>Lead finance transformation projects to modernise reporting, forecasting, and transaction processing</li><li>Champion the use of data and technology to support decision-making and scale the business effectively</li></ul>Experience and Qualifications <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with post-qualification experience in a senior financial reporting role</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP essential)</li><li>Proven experience in the preparation of multi- currency complex group consolidations</li><li>Proven experience in the preparation of acquisition accounts</li><li>Knowledge of transfer pricing and non-UK corporation tax legislation requirements</li><li>Prior experience managing foreign currency exposure and the use of fx management instruments</li><li>Experience integrating acquisitions</li><li>Demonstrable experience of using systems and automation to deliver operational efficiencies </li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking investor backed business and would suit someone on a upward trajectory in their career. Experience in a US/UK private equity backed business is preferred along with strong leadership and management skills. In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working with 2 days onsite required. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjI2NzQzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-09-01T09:43:59Z

AWS Data Architecht

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Job Title: Manager - Cloud Data Architect (AWS & Snowflake)Protiviti's UK ED&A practice offers a comprehensive range of data use cases delivered through various delivery and commercial routes. We work on the full data lifecycle with highly skilled and experienced data professionals. Our solutions range from data strategy and governance through the development, design and implementation of advanced analytics and digitisation.About the RoleWe are seeking a Manager-level Cloud Data Architect with deep expertise in AWS cloud services, Snowflake, and AWS-native data platforms to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our cloud data strategy, driving innovation, and mentoring teams to deliver enterprise-grade data architectures that enable advanced analytics and business intelligence for our clients.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & Design<ul><li>Design end-to-end cloud data architectures using AWS and Snowflake, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.</li><li>Define and promote best practices in data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, data storage, and data governance across AWS and Snowflake platforms.</li><li>Lead the design of data lakes, data warehouses, and real-time data pipelines using AWS-native tools such as Glue, Redshift, S3, Lambda, Kinesis, and Athena.</li></ul>Project Leadership & Delivery<ul><li>Manage and deliver complex data architecture projects, providing technical leadership to cross-functional teams.</li><li>Collaborate with business stakeholders, data engineers, and analysts to understand data needs and translate them into architectural solutions.</li><li>Ensure architecture aligns with enterprise standards, security protocols, and compliance requirements.</li></ul>Team & Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Mentor and guide data engineers and junior architects on AWS and Snowflake best practices.</li><li>Work closely with cloud operations, DevOps, and security teams to ensure reliable and secure data environments.</li><li>Present architectural solutions and roadmaps to senior stakeholders and technical leadership.</li></ul>Innovation & Strategy<ul><li>Stay current with emerging trends in cloud data services, AI/ML integrations, and data governance.</li><li>Contribute to the cloud data strategy and roadmap, identifying opportunities for automation, cost optimization, and innovation.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>6-10 years of experience in data architecture, including at least 3 years in a cloud-native environment.</li><li>Proven expertise with AWS cloud services, including but not limited to: S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Kinesis, Athena, Lake Formation.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake - architecture, performance tuning, security, and data sharing features.</li><li>Proficient in data modelling, data integration (ETL/ELT), and metadata management.</li><li>Deep understanding of data governance, data security, and compliance in cloud environments.</li><li>Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) is a plus.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Prior Consulting experience</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty, Solutions Architect).</li><li>Snowflake certifications.</li><li>Experience in leading agile teams or projects using Scrum/Kanban methodologies.</li><li>Familiarity with modern data stack tools (e.g., dbt, Airflow, Fivetran) is a plus.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Be part of a high-impact team shaping the next generation of data capabilities in the cloud.</li><li>Work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.</li><li>Opportunity to lead strategic data initiatives and make a tangible business impact.</li></ul>Competetive Base Salary, Bonus & Benefits Hybrid Working - HQ in The Shard, London! 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4wNjg5OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-10-14T06:54:15Z