<p>Robert Half has partnered with a fast-growing global client based near Chippenham to recruit for a Cyber Security Manager role. Paying up to £95,000 with company bonus and fantastic benefits and remote working (with occasional trips to Chippenham office as and when needed). This is a newly created position where the role is a 50/50 split between strategic oversight and hands-on delivery. It involves direct collaboration with wider IT teams and business stakeholders to ensure secure practices and maintain alignment with business objectives.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the Global Cyber Security Strategy regionally, aligning with business needs and regulations, and advising leadership on security investments and resource priorities</li><li>Maintain and evolve security tools and platforms (e.g. SIEM/XDR, endpoint protection, gateways), ensuring optimal utilisation and effectiveness.</li><li>Drive the development of threat hunting and vulnerability management practices, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of risks across systems and infrastructure.</li><li>Track emerging threats and recommend updates to policies, standards, and procedures.</li><li>Oversee daily security operations, including monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response.</li><li>Lead and mature the regional incident response function, coordinating with global teams on high-severity events and driving continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage regional security governance, including policy reviews, ITSM processes, KPIs, and reporting.</li><li>Act as the primary contact for operational cyber matters, providing clear, timely communication to stakeholders and leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>About You </strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrable experience in cyber security operations, including incident management, threat monitoring, and vulnerability management.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory frameworks within region and best practices (such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, Cyber Essentials).</li><li>Professional certifications - CISSP, CISM, ISO27001</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £95,000</li><li>Company bonus</li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Remote working (occasional visits to office near Chippenham)</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance - 3x annual salary</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMTQwOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a long standing client to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. <br /><br /></p><p data-end="372" data-start="345"><strong data-end="370" data-start="345">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="373" data-end="1211"><li data-end="496" data-start="373"><p data-start="375" data-end="496">Provide expert cyber security guidance, translating control requirements into technical standards and secure baselines.</p></li><li data-end="574" data-start="497"><p data-start="499" data-end="574">Support architectural governance, project reviews, and digital assurance.</p></li><li data-start="575" data-end="674"><p data-start="577" data-end="674">Maintain the technical security roadmap and drive improvements across tooling and capabilities.</p></li><li data-end="811" data-start="675"><p data-start="677" data-end="811">Operate and optimise core security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB) and track control adoption through KPIs and dashboards.</p></li><li data-end="926" data-start="812"><p data-end="926" data-start="814">Lead and document security initiatives, including hardening guides, architecture diagrams, and evidence packs.</p></li><li data-end="1006" data-start="927"><p data-start="929" data-end="1006">Chair the Cyber Security Working Group and support regional security leads.</p></li><li data-start="1007" data-end="1069"><p data-start="1009" data-end="1069">Assist the Security Architect with deploying new controls.</p></li><li data-start="1070" data-end="1211"><p data-start="1072" data-end="1211">Deliver incident response: triage escalations, coordinate crisis response, provide out-of-hours support, and perform post-incident reviews.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1213" data-end="1242"><strong data-end="1240" data-start="1213">What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul data-end="1578" data-start="1243"><li data-end="1327" data-start="1243"><p data-end="1327" data-start="1245">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.</p></li><li data-end="1427" data-start="1328"><p data-start="1330" data-end="1427">Highly organised, detail-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects independently.</p></li><li data-end="1528" data-start="1428"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1430">Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with clear and professional documentation skills.</p></li><li data-start="1529" data-end="1578"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1578">Commitment to ongoing professional development.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1606" data-start="1580"><strong data-start="1580" data-end="1604">Required Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="2199" data-start="1607"><li data-end="1730" data-start="1607"><p data-start="1609" data-end="1730">Degree or equivalent experience plus relevant security certifications (Security+, CEH, CySA+, Cloud Security Engineer).</p></li><li data-start="1731" data-end="1808"><p data-start="1733" data-end="1808">Significant experience in cyber security operations or incident response.</p></li><li data-start="1809" data-end="1913"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1913">Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).</p></li><li data-start="1914" data-end="2017"><p data-end="2017" data-start="1916">Proven security project delivery, PowerShell automation skills, and familiarity with IR frameworks.</p></li><li data-start="2018" data-end="2097"><p data-end="2097" data-start="2020">Consulting-style experience providing advisory support to IT/Digital teams.</p></li><li data-end="2199" data-start="2098"><p data-end="2199" data-start="2100">Knowledge of NIST, CIS, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, and willingness to work out of hours/travel when needed.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2201" data-end="2217"><strong data-end="2215" data-start="2201">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2425" data-start="2218"><li data-end="2371" data-start="2218"><p data-start="2220" data-end="2371">Experience in MxDR/SOC support, security technologies (IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls), and compliance frameworks (GDPR, Cyber Essentials+, SOC2, PCI-DSS).</p></li><li data-end="2425" data-start="2372"><p data-end="2425" data-start="2374">Strong understanding of data protection principles.</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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjE0NDM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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 data-start="47" data-end="397">We're looking for an IT Risk & Compliance Manager to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across information systems and applications. This role will ensure strong IT governance, compliance with regulatory and industry standards, and the continuous improvement of risk management and assurance practices.</p><p data-start="399" data-end="425"><strong data-end="423" data-start="399">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-end="460" data-start="427"><strong data-end="458" data-start="427">Information Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Identify, assess, and manage IT risks across areas such as data protection, secure-by-design, project and lifecycle management, applications, infrastructure, and networks.</li><li>Own and maintain the IT risk register, ensuring clear mitigation and treatment plans.</li><li>Establish or align to risk management frameworks, monitor key risk indicators, and drive corrective actions.</li><li>Ensure alignment with relevant industry standards, policies, and regulations.</li><li>Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on IT risk, governance, and compliance throughout the change lifecycle.</li><li>Lead risk awareness training, workshops, and communications to promote a strong risk culture.</li></ul><p data-start="1135" data-end="1161"><strong data-start="1135" data-end="1159">IT Audit & Assurance</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary contact for IT audits and assurance activities.</li><li>Scope and coordinate IT audits, manage fieldwork, and oversee responses to findings.</li><li>Track, report, and follow up on audit actions to ensure timely and effective remediation.</li></ul><p data-end="1440" data-start="1415"><strong data-end="1438" data-start="1415">Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in IT risk management, security governance, audit, and compliance roles.</li><li>Strong knowledge of frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001/2, NIST, COBIT, CIS Controls, GDPR, and PCI-DSS.</li><li>Experience leading IT risk and compliance assessments and developing policies, processes, and procedures.</li><li>Good understanding of security risk management, vulnerability management, and modern IT and cyber security practices.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>Broad technical exposure to IT applications, infrastructure, and systems delivery and support.</li><li>Background spanning multiple industries is highly desirable.</li></ul><p data-start="2157" data-end="2177"><strong data-start="2157" data-end="2175">Qualifications</strong></p><ul data-end="2427" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" data-start="2400"><li>Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or equivalent.</li><li>Relevant professional certification in IT risk, security, or governance (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT)</li></ul><p>Hybrid working available.</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4zNjMwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a growing design and manufacturing business in North Somerset to recruit an IT Manager on a permanent basis. This is an ideal role for a strong Senior IT Engineer or someone early into their IT Management journey looking to develop their career and take on additional responsibility. <br /><strong><br />Role purpose:</strong><br /><br />A hands-on standalone IT Manager role, responsible for day-to-day IT delivery, system reliability, security, and continuous improvement across the business. You will be the primary technical expert, working closely with senior leadership and operational teams across production, warehouse, print, and office environments. You will own delivery, control suppliers, have authority to standardise systems, be accountable for risk, uptime and security.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:<br /><br /></strong><strong>IT Operations</strong><br />* Own day-to-day IT operations across the business.<br />* Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose.<br />* Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues.<br />* Maintain IT policies, documentation, and standards.</p><p><strong>Infrastructure & Systems</strong><br />* Manage on-site and cloud infrastructure (servers, networks, firewalls, backups).<br />* Oversee Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, identity and access controls.<br />* Maintain business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery arrangements.</p><p><strong>Security & Compliance</strong><br />* Manage cybersecurity risks, patching, endpoint protection, and firewalls.<br />* Support compliance with GDPR and recognised security standards.<br />* Promote good security awareness across the business.</p><p><strong>Business Systems & ERP</strong><br />* Support and maintain ERP and core Finance Systems<br />* Ensure ERP systems support warehouse, production, and finance workflows.<br />* Support handheld scanners and warehouse technology.</p><p><strong>Stakeholder & Supplier Management</strong><br />* Work with department managers to understand IT needs.<br />* Manage third-party suppliers and support contracts.<br />* Translate technical issues into clear business impacts.</p><p><strong>Experience / Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior IT role (IT Manager, Senior Engineer, Lead IT).</li><li>Strong documentation and communication skills.</li><li>Strong Microsoft stack knowledge:</li><ul><li>Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy.</li><li>Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, MFA, security controls.</li></ul><li>Networking experience (firewalls, switches, VLANs, VPNs).</li><li>Virtualisation (VMware or Hyper-V).</li><li>Backup and disaster recovery solutions.</li><li>ERP support experience (Business Central and/or OrderWise preferred).</li><li>Calm, structured approach to fault-finding and incident response.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/Logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£45,000 - £50,000 per annum </li><li>This role is to be based on site in Cheddar, North Somerset - please only apply if you can commit to this. </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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjMxOTM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<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>Exciting opportunity for a Systems Manager with strong experience gained in hospitality / retail to join a growing business based near Chipping Norton, offering up to £60,000 DOE.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Systems Manager, you'll be responsible for administering and supporting a variety of hospitality and retail systems. This will include:</p><ul><li>provide day to day support and coordination business systems</li><li>troubleshoot / problem solve technical issues (driving root cause analysis)</li><li>coordinate upgrades, releases etc. </li><li>maintain documentation as well as training and best practice support to users</li><li>work closely with 3rd party vendors </li><li>support on ongoing projects, including roll outs of new systems and applications </li><li>ensure systems are compliant with IT security standards</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the Systems Manager role will have:</p><ul><li>experience of supporting hospitality and/or retail systems, with strong knowledge of the hospitality / retail industries and processes</li><li>experience of hospitality / retail systems (e.g. Opera Cloud, Simphony)</li><li>excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience of working with 3rd party vendors </li><li>excellent coordination and organisation skills, with ability to work on projects</li><li>have access to own car/transport and driving licence, with flexibility to travel to various local sites</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits.<strong> Note this is an office based role. </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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjE4MTcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity for applicants with a real interest in cyber security and GRC to join a global business based in Wantage as IT Governance Coordinator, offering excellent development opportunities and chance to support international cyber security initiatives!</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As IT Governance Coordinator, you'll join an international team and support governance, risk & compliance initiatives within cyber security. This will include:</p><ul><li>risk management (risk assessments, maintaining risk register etc.)</li><li>ensuring IT governance, policies, standards and processes are maintained and adhered to</li><li>supporting on an ISO 27001 implementation (maintaining ISMS, supporting audits etc.)</li><li>work closely with IT and infrastructure teams, supporting various cyber security activities (e.g. vulnerability management, incident response etc.)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the IT Governance Coordinator will:</p><ul><li>have experience gained in an IT governance, cyber security or compliance / GRC focused role(s)</li><li>familiarity with ISO 27001 and other frameworks </li><li>excellent attention to detail, strong analytical approach and documentation skills </li><li>strong communicator</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, generous pension, 25 days annual leave, as well as excellent career prospects and professional development. </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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjY3MjA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer</strong></p><p><strong>Leicester, Hybrid (1-2 days p/week onsite)</strong></p><p><strong>£40,000 -£50,000 DOE </strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer ready to take your career to the next level?</p><p>Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to provide exemplary technical support and service for our client. You'll handle escalated technical issues, deliver cloud and on-prem maintenance, and drive project work across complex IT environments.</p><p><strong>Skills and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years' technical experience in a support environment, ideally within an MSP or similar setting.</li><li>Industry-recognized technical certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware).</li><li>Solid understanding and proven success with ITIL support methodologies.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills-able to thrive under pressure.</li><li>Deep knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Microsoft365, Active Directory, Group Policy, Exchange, and Windows Server (2012 and newer).</li><li>Practical experience supporting remote/virtual desktop environments (desirable).</li><li>Networking and firewall expertise; hands-on experience with Azure, VMware ESXi/vSphere (v6.0+), and Linux is desirable.</li><li>Proven practical knowledge of server, storage, and network hardware including cloud deployments (IaaS).</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Diagnose and troubleshoot server hardware, desktops, laptops, printers, Microsoft desktop applications, and networking issues efficiently.</li><li>Install and configure servers (physical and virtual), firewalls, desktops, laptops, and other infrastructure devices.</li><li>Manage endpoint solutions and Active Directory users/computers.</li><li>Multitask to resolve various technical issues and document your work clearly for effective team knowledge sharing.</li><li>Liaise with project teams to facilitate system implementations and upgrades.</li><li>Support pre-sales and Service Delivery Managers in both customer-facing and internal projects.</li><li>Participate in an on-call rota and ensure adherence to information security and compliance standards.</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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjkyMDEzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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><strong>Finance Manager | Property Managed Services | Aberdeen (Hybrid Working) | £70,000 - £75,000| Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a Leading Multinational in the Property and Workplace Services Space, known for delivering integrated solutions across a global client base. Following a period of sustained growth, the business has created a new Finance Manager position to oversee a growing client portfolio, partnering closely with operational teams to deliver financial performance and commercial insight.</p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on partnering with operational stakeholders and adding value through finance. You'll take ownership of a portfolio of revenue-generating contracts, with responsibility for monitoring margins and driving profitability.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Managing your own portfolio of clients and providing financial leadership across account and contract activity.</li><li>Delivering monthly management accounts and performance reporting for your portfolio, including Principal Contracting-completing month-end processes, variance analysis, and detailed commentaries.</li><li>Developing a strong understanding of each client's commercial model to ensure accurate billing, cost allocation, and optimal resource utilisation.</li><li>Partnering with Operational Project Managers to support financial decision-making and performance tracking.</li><li>Completing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and integrity.</li><li>Managing costs, budgeting, and billing processes, identifying financial risks and operational opportunities.</li><li>Supporting corporate planning cycles, including budgeting, reforecasting, and financial modelling.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a solid background in management accounting. This role carries significant month-end responsibilities, so recent hands-on experience and a willingness to be detail-oriented during the close process are essential.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with proven experience business partnering operational and non-finance stakeholders, providing insight, challenge, and decision support rather than simply reporting numbers.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to translate financial information into clear, actionable commercial insight, supporting operational performance, margin improvement, and cost control.</li><li>Experience working in contract-based or service-led environments (e.g. Facilities Management, Waste Management, Security, Cleaning, Catering) is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Confident communicator able to build credibility with operational leaders, influence outcomes, and balance commercial focus with financial rigour.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in the office.</li><li>Generous bonus scheme linked to the performance of your client portfolio.</li><li>Private health insurance.</li><li>A clear path for rapid career progression - with a UK finance team of over 200 and regular new client wins, opportunities to grow and step up are frequent.</li><li>Regular team events, including socials and off-sites.</li></ul><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p> </p><p>In this role, you'll manage a portfolio of clients and play a key part in driving contract profitability, giving you direct impact on financial performance. You'll gain significant exposure to business partnering with operational teams across the organisation. The company has ambitious growth plans and regularly secures new contracts, which often create fresh opportunities within the finance function. With a strong track record of internal promotion, many of the company's senior finance leaders, including the Finance Director you'll report to have progressed from similar roles.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDU5MDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a Aerospace organisation to recruit a 3rd Line Engineer on an initial 6 month contract basis. Bedford Based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineeer will be responsible for the administration and 3rd line support of Networks</li><li>Administration and 3rd line support of Servers</li><li>Investigating and addressing technology risks and issues on the network</li><li>Maintaining and upgrading systems to remain in compliance against policy</li><li>Support of backend applications</li><li>Server and communication room remediation including cabling, UPS device installation/configuration.</li><li>Patching and logging data cabling</li><li style="display: inline !important;">Current state analysis of the IT Systems</li><li>Designing, Documenting, Implementation and manage improvements, such as network segmentation, sever builds, MFA, VPN improvements, additional network security</li><li>Maintaining data backup and restore. Designing, implementing, managing a solution to mitigate ransomware attacks.</li><li>Ensuring all patches are implemented in line with policy (Cyber Essentials)</li><li>Monitoring of firewalls server applications</li><li>Administration of Windows Servers & Linux Servers</li><li>Supporting service deployment activities by providing systems support, and participating in the design and development of new IT/OT services.</li><li>Designing and performing tests for the functionality, performance and manageability of IT services to support service transition activities.</li><li>Ensuring IT process and procedures are applied.</li><li>Ensuring that all system and operating documentation and knowledge is up to date and properly utilised.</li><li>Comply with the Health and Safety procedures and standards.</li><li>Carry out any other duties which may be required in order to facilitate the efficient and effective running of the department as requested by the IT Manager or Head of Digital & Technology.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineer will have solid experience with Windows server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Linux server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>VMware experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Networking experience (Switches, Firewalls, VPN's as minimum, ideally Cisco, Palo Alto and Barracuda devices)</li><li>Experience and knowledge of Secure by Design, Zero Trust, Cyber Essentials</li><li>Relevant certification in network and / or server management such as MCSE, CCNA, VMware certification, etc</li><li>SC security clearance</li><li>Experience in using IT Service Management tooling such as Managed Engine, ServiceNow, or similar.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjIwMzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an Asset Management firm located in London looking to add an IT director to the team.</p><p>This role will report directly into the COO and will be responsible for the daily IT operations for the business. It will be 50% project work as well as 50% BAU work. You will also work closely with third party vendors and senior stakeholders within the business. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for someone to come in and take ownership for the IT function. </p><p><strong>Role: IT Director</strong></p><p><strong>Location: London (4 days a week in the office - Monday to Thursday)</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: £110,000 - £130,000 + discretionary bonus </strong></p><p><strong> </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/RXJpay5Pc21hbi40Njk1OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.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-end="366" data-start="120">Robert Half Technology are assisting a leading UK legal firm to recruit a <strong data-start="194" data-end="267">Chief Technology Officer (CTO) </strong>on a contract basis. Outside IR35. UK-based remote working with occasional stakeholder sessions.</p><p data-start="368" data-end="1092"><strong data-end="376" data-start="368">Role</strong><br / data-start="376" data-end="379"> * The CTO will lead the assessment, design, and implementation of the firm's cloud and data platforms.<br / data-start="481" data-end="484"> * Provide Board-ready recommendations on cloud strategy (Azure vs GCP) and data architecture.<br data-start="577" / data-end="580"> * Design and implement a modern cloud data platform with Databricks as the core analytics and AI layer.<br data-end="686" data-start="683" /> * Build a production-ready lakehouse architecture optimised for analyst-led use.<br data-start="766" / data-end="769"> * Implement secure, scalable ingestion pipelines for structured, unstructured, text-based, and geospatial data.<br data-end="883" / data-start="880"> * Balance performance, security, cost, and operational simplicity across the platform.<br / data-start="969" data-end="972"> * Provide knowledge transfer, documentation, and guidance to enable internal teams to operate and extend the platform.</p><p data-end="1638" data-start="1094"><strong data-end="1105" data-start="1094">Profile</strong><br / data-start="1105" data-end="1108"> * Proven hands-on experience delivering cloud-based analytics platforms end to end.<br data-end="1194" data-start="1191" /> * Strong expertise in Azure and GCP, including Databricks implementation.<br data-start="1266" / data-end="1269"> * Deep understanding of lakehouse architectures, data engineering, and analytics design.<br / data-start="1357" data-end="1360"> * Experience with large datasets, NLP/AI workloads, and geospatial data.<br data-end="1435" / data-start="1432"> * Strong security, governance, and access control design experience.<br / data-start="1503" data-end="1506"> * Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and senior stakeholder recommendations.</p><p data-end="1751" data-start="1640"><strong data-end="1651" data-start="1640">Company</strong><br data-end="1654" / data-start="1651"> * Leading UK legal firm<br / data-start="1677" data-end="1680"> * Remote-first with occasional onsite or virtual stakeholder sessions</p><p data-start="1753" data-end="1880"><strong data-end="1774" data-start="1753">Salary & Benefits</strong><br data-end="1777" / data-start="1774"> The day rate / contract value is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and engagement structure.</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/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjIwNTAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h3 data-end="209" data-start="157"><strong data-end="209" data-start="161">Head of Systems Innovation - Microsoft Stack</strong></h3><p data-start="210" data-end="243"><strong data-end="243" data-start="210">Central London | Hybrid</strong></p><p data-end="243" data-start="210"><strong data-start="210" data-end="243">Perm Role</strong></p><p data-start="210" data-end="243"><strong data-end="243" data-start="210">High Bonus on offer!</strong></p><p data-end="402" data-start="245">Robert Half Ltd is partnering with a leading London-based business to hire a <strong data-start="318" data-end="348">Head of Systems Innovation</strong> to own and evolve their Microsoft business platforms for a leading FTSE 250 company! </p><p data-end="526" data-start="404">This is a <strong data-end="450" data-start="414">senior, hands-on leadership role</strong> with real ownership - not a legacy clean-up, not vendor management theatre.</p><h3 data-start="528" data-end="557"><strong data-end="557" data-start="532">What actually matters</strong></h3><p data-end="580" data-start="558">You must be strong in:</p><ul data-end="749" data-start="581"><li data-end="632" data-start="581"><p data-end="632" data-start="583"><strong data-start="583" data-end="599">Dynamics 365</strong> (CE and/or Finance & Operations)</p></li><li data-start="633" data-end="693"><p data-start="635" data-end="693"><strong data-end="653" data-start="635">Power Platform</strong> (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse)</p></li><li data-end="749" data-start="694"><p data-start="696" data-end="749"><strong data-start="696" data-end="708">Power BI</strong> (analytics, reporting, business insight)</p></li></ul><p data-start="751" data-end="866">You'll lead platform strategy, set standards, and ensure these systems genuinely support the business as it scales.</p><h3 data-end="896" data-start="868"><strong data-start="872" data-end="896">What you'll be doing</strong></h3><ul data-end="1198" data-start="897"><li data-end="939" data-start="897"><p data-start="899" data-end="939">Owning and improving the <strong data-end="939" data-start="924">D365 estate</strong></p></li><li data-end="994" data-start="940"><p data-end="994" data-start="942">Driving delivery across <strong data-end="994" data-start="966">Power Platform solutions</strong></p></li><li data-end="1056" data-start="995"><p data-start="997" data-end="1056">Ensuring data and reporting are meaningful via <strong data-start="1044" data-end="1056">Power BI</strong></p></li><li data-end="1104" data-start="1057"><p data-end="1104" data-start="1059">Leading and mentoring a small specialist team</p></li><li data-start="1105" data-end="1198"><p data-start="1107" data-end="1198">Working closely with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into systems that work</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1200" data-end="1222"><strong data-end="1222" data-start="1204">Who this suits</strong></h3><ul data-start="1223" data-end="1409"><li data-end="1259" data-start="1223"><p data-end="1259" data-start="1225">A senior Microsoft platform leader</p></li><li data-start="1260" data-end="1306"><p data-end="1306" data-start="1262">Comfortable balancing strategy with delivery</p></li><li data-start="1307" data-end="1352"><p data-start="1309" data-end="1352">Pragmatic, commercial, and outcomes-focused</p></li><li data-end="1409" data-start="1353"><p data-end="1409" data-start="1355">Experienced in complex, multi-stakeholder environments</p></li></ul><p data-start="1411" data-end="1515"><strong data-end="1433" data-start="1414">London | Hybrid</strong><br />Interested? then Apply now! </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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS45NDYxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
