14 results for Head Of Engineering in Windlesham, Surrey

Head of Software Delivery -Global Leader!

London, London
remote
Permanent
120000 - 125000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Software Delivery -Global Leader! Robert Half Limited is representing this role.Based in North West London (Full time onsite working) Flex on offer for school pick up and drop offs. £120,000 -£125,000 Excellent package with up to 20% bonus. Join a multi-billion-pound global organisation undergoing major technology modernisation. This brand-new role we are looking for someone from a software development background this is a MUST! This Is the RoleThis is a senior, high-impact leadership role for a Head of Delivery who wants real ownership.You'll take control of end-to-end software delivery and operations, align engineering execution directly to business outcomes, and build a delivery organisation that moves fast, scales cleanly and delivers measurable value.This is not a passive governance role.This is about driving change, modernising delivery, and setting the standard for how software is built and run. What You'll Own<ul><li>Full ownership of software delivery and operational performance across multiple teams and platforms.</li><li>Alignment of delivery execution to business strategy and product roadmaps - no output without outcomes.</li><li>Design and operation of a service-led delivery model, including service portfolios, SLAs and accountability.</li><li>Building, leading and retaining high-performing engineering and delivery teams.</li><li>Scaling modern delivery practices: agile product teams, platform engineering, DevOps and CI/CD.</li><li>Defining and owning hard KPIs that matter - delivery predictability, developer productivity, quality and resilience.</li><li>Using AI across the SDLC to increase speed, quality and engineering throughput.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement across DevSecOps, automation, quality and security.</li><li>Owning incident, change and release management and leading through major transitions and transformations.</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>Proven experience leading software delivery at scale in complex environments.</li><li>A delivery leader who executes, not just governs.</li><li>Strong product mindset with the ability to turn strategy into shipped outcomes.</li><li>Deep knowledge of modern engineering and DevOps practices.</li><li>Exceptional people leadership - you build teams others want to join.</li><li>Commercially minded, outcome-focused and comfortable being accountable.</li></ul> Why This Role<ul><li>Real authority and ownership.</li><li>Direct influence on technology strategy and delivery.</li><li>A chance to reset how software delivery works.</li><li>Competitive package with up to 20% bonus.</li></ul> Fast two stage interview process- APPLY NOW!! 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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS41MDUzMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-02T08:09:59Z

Data Engineer (Python/SQL) -TOP Asset Manager!

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1 data-end="161" data-start="89">Data Engineer (Python) - Leading Asset Manager | London (Hybrid)</h1>Brand-new team. High autonomy. Big impact and high bonus! A top Asset Manager is building a new data function from scratch, and they need a sharp Data Engineer to help define and deliver their future data strategy. You'll work directly with senior stakeholders, own your pipelines, and operate in a fast-paced commercial environment. You will be joining a small but growing team! Hybrid: 3 days in London office, 2 days WFH (flexible when needed).<h3 data-end="585" data-start="569">The Role</h3><ul data-start="586" data-end="916"><li data-end="652" data-start="586">Build and optimise scalable data pipelines for a new Data Lake</li><li data-end="709" data-start="653">Work with Python, SQL, Spark, AWS, Docker, CI/CD</li><li data-start="710" data-end="774">Orchestrate workflows using Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster</li><li data-start="775" data-end="842">Support ETL, API integrations, and high-quality data validation</li><li data-start="843" data-end="916">Translate business needs into technical solutions with full ownership</li></ul><h3 data-end="944" data-start="923">What You Need</h3><ul data-start="945" data-end="1260"><li data-start="945" data-end="1005">STEM degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, etc.)</li><li data-start="1006" data-end="1061">2+ years in data engineering / analytics / software</li><li data-end="1085" data-start="1062">Strong Python + SQL</li><li data-start="1086" data-end="1128">2+ years ETL, APIs, CI/CD, Docker, AWS</li><li data-end="1180" data-start="1129">Ideally but not essential experience with Airflow / Prefect / Dagster</li><li data-start="1181" data-end="1260">Background in Financial Services, FinTech, Insurance, PE/VC, or Banking</li></ul><h3 data-start="1267" data-end="1293">Package & Benefits</h3><ul data-start="1294" data-end="1439"><li data-end="1324" data-start="1294">High performance bonus</li><li data-end="1348" data-start="1325">25 days holiday</li><li data-end="1385" data-start="1349">Pension & private healthcare</li><li data-start="1386" data-end="1439">Join at inception - shape the team and tech stack</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS42MDIyOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-02T08:18:11Z

Project Manager

London, London
remote
Temporary
250 - 290 GBP / Daily
PROJECT MANAGER - TEMPORARY - UP TO £290/DAY - HYBRID - LONDON Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are on the search for a temporary Project Manager, offering up to £290/day and hybrid working. You will be at the heart of our project operations, managing design consultants, construction teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Supported by the Heads of Commercial and Delivery, you may assist across multiple projects, making this a fantastic opportunity to gain broad exposure and grow your career. Things to know: <ul><li>Job Title: Project Manager - Non IT</li><li>Day rate: Up to £290/day, depending on experience (via umbrella)</li><li>Location: London</li><li>Working pattern: Full-time, hybrid (at least 3 days onsite, rest working from home)</li><li>Start date: March 2026</li><li>End date: March 2027 </li></ul>Respsonsibilities: <ul><li>Manage all stages of design-build projects, acting as the main client interface.</li><li>Develop and maintain integrated project schedules linking design and construction milestones.</li><li>Monitor budgets, track costs, manage change orders, and mitigate financial risks.</li><li>Ensure quality and compliance across design and construction phases, including site inspections and design reviews.</li><li>Lead project handover to ensure client satisfaction.</li><li>Support multiple projects as required, contributing to a small, collaborative team environment.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Project/Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 5 years' experience managing design-build or integrated delivery projects.</li><li>Professional certification (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent) preferred.</li><li>Strong knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and design processes.</li><li>Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, ASTA) and BIM systems.</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and contracts.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMjU5ODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-01-23T18:44:22Z

Senior Field Engineer

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
<h2 data-end="310" data-start="281">Senior IT Field Engineer</h2><h3 data-end="432" data-start="367">Lead from the front and help shape a growing service function</h3>We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking Internet Service Provider transforming how commercial landlords deliver connectivity to their buildings. The business has quickly become a trusted partner to commercial clients across London, delivering modern, reliable telecoms and data solutions.We're now looking for an experienced Senior IT Field Engineer to join our service delivery function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on while also mentoring others, improving processes and helping to shape how technical support is delivered. For the right person, there is a clear pathway into a Service Desk Manager position.<h3 data-start="1082" data-end="1095">About you</h3>You'll be a great fit if you are someone who:<ul data-start="1144" data-end="1643"><li data-start="1144" data-end="1204">Is highly trustworthy, professional and leads by example</li><li data-start="1205" data-end="1282">Has strong technical foundations and enjoys sharing knowledge with others</li><li data-start="1283" data-end="1341">Is driven, accountable and takes ownership of outcomes</li><li data-start="1342" data-end="1419">Is customer-focused and confident managing expectations with stakeholders</li><li data-start="1420" data-end="1499">Brings calm, positive leadership in fast-moving or high-pressure situations</li></ul><h3 data-start="1645" data-end="1657">The role</h3>As a Senior IT Field Engineer, you will balance hands-on field work with leadership responsibilities. You'll attend customer sites to activate and support connectivity services while also acting as a technical escalation point for the wider team.You'll work closely with the service desk, account managers, suppliers and building management teams to ensure smooth onboarding, rapid issue resolution and a consistently high standard of service.<h3 data-start="2447" data-end="2471">Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="3321" data-start="2473"><li data-end="2583" data-start="2473">Leading by example on customer sites, activating services and resolving complex IT and connectivity issues</li><li data-end="2658" data-start="2584">Acting as an escalation point for the service desk and field engineers</li><li data-start="2659" data-end="2729">Mentoring and coaching junior engineers, both on-site and remotely</li><li data-end="2834" data-start="2730">Working closely with the service desk to improve ticket handling, communication and resolution times</li><li data-start="2835" data-end="2925">Liaising with account managers and keeping customers informed on progress and outcomes</li><li data-start="2926" data-end="3012">Coordinating with suppliers and network operators on installs, faults and projects</li><li data-start="3013" data-end="3096">Arranging site access and managing relationships with building management teams</li></ul><h3 data-end="3360" data-start="3323">Skills and experience (desirable)</h3><ul data-end="3924" data-start="3362"><li data-end="3436" data-start="3362">Strong background in IT support, field engineering or service delivery</li><li data-start="3437" data-end="3526">Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with customers and stakeholders</li><li data-start="3527" data-end="3599">Solid understanding of fibre, leased lines and business connectivity</li><li data-start="3600" data-end="3656">Good networking knowledge and troubleshooting skills</li><li data-end="3785" data-start="3722">Experience mentoring, coaching or informally leading others</li><li data-start="3859" data-end="3924">Ambition to move into a leadership or service management role</li></ul><h3 data-start="3926" data-end="3940">Why apply?</h3><ul data-end="4298" data-start="3942"><li data-end="4002" data-start="3942">Step into a senior role with real influence and autonomy</li><li data-end="4075" data-start="4003">Play a key part in developing engineers and shaping service delivery</li><li data-start="4076" data-end="4136">Clear progression toward a Service Desk Manager position</li><li data-end="4298" data-start="4212">Join an ambitious, supportive business where leadership is recognised and rewarded</li></ul>If you're an experienced engineer looking for the next step in your career, combining technical delivery with leadership and progression, we'd love to hear from you.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/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC41NzA3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-12-30T12:15:07Z

Program Manager

London, London
remote
Temporary
500 - 650 GBP / Daily
PROGRAM MANAGER - TEMPORARY - UP TO £650/DAY - LONDON - HYBRIDRobert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are on the search for a temporary Program Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex, non-IT programmes across areas such as engineering, finance systems, operational change, and product roll-out.Things to know:<ul><li>Job Title: Program Manager - Non IT</li><li>Day rate: Up to £650/day, depending on experience (via umbrella)</li><li>Location: London</li><li>Working pattern: Full-time, hybrid (at least 3 days onsite, rest working from home)</li><li>Start date: ASAP</li><li>End date: August 2026 (potential to be extended)</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and deliver large-scale, cross-functional business projects from initiation through to completion.</li><li>Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, resources, risks, and dependencies.</li><li>Engage and influence senior stakeholders, presenting clear proposals, progress updates, and recommendations.</li><li>Manage internal teams and external vendors, ensuring delivery against scope, cost, and timelines.</li><li>Support future-state design and benefits realisation, identifying opportunities for early value delivery.</li><li>Oversee contracts, cost estimates, and change control.</li><li>Ensure strong governance, reporting, and programme management disciplines throughout delivery.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>10+ years' experience delivering complex, non-IT business or operational projects.</li><li>Proven leadership and people management capability.</li><li>Strong stakeholder, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Solid understanding of business operations, resource planning, and commercial delivery.</li><li>Comfortable working independently in fast-paced, matrix environments.</li><li>Advanced proficiency with MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio, and related tools.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjg5MTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-01-22T17:22:56Z

CTO - Chief Technology Officer

London, London
remote
Temporary
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Technology are assisting a leading UK legal firm to recruit a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) on a contract basis. Outside IR35. UK-based remote working with occasional stakeholder sessions.Role * The CTO will lead the assessment, design, and implementation of the firm's cloud and data platforms. * Provide Board-ready recommendations on cloud strategy (Azure vs GCP) and data architecture. * Design and implement a modern cloud data platform with Databricks as the core analytics and AI layer. * Build a production-ready lakehouse architecture optimised for analyst-led use. * Implement secure, scalable ingestion pipelines for structured, unstructured, text-based, and geospatial data. * Balance performance, security, cost, and operational simplicity across the platform. * Provide knowledge transfer, documentation, and guidance to enable internal teams to operate and extend the platform.Profile * Proven hands-on experience delivering cloud-based analytics platforms end to end. * Strong expertise in Azure and GCP, including Databricks implementation. * Deep understanding of lakehouse architectures, data engineering, and analytics design. * Experience with large datasets, NLP/AI workloads, and geospatial data. * Strong security, governance, and access control design experience. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and senior stakeholder recommendations.Company * Leading UK legal firm * Remote-first with occasional onsite or virtual stakeholder sessionsSalary & Benefits The day rate / contract value is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and engagement structure.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/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjIwNTAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-01-20T18:31:24Z

IT Director

London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with an Asset Management firm located in London looking to add an IT director to the team.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. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to come in and take ownership for the IT function. Role: IT DirectorLocation: London (4 days a week in the office - Monday to Thursday)Salary: £110,000 - £130,000 + discretionary bonus 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/RXJpay5Pc21hbi40Njk1OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-09T17:23:41Z

Director of IT & AI

London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 135000 GBP / Yearly
Director, IT & AI Infrastructure - Central London - BioTech£100K - £140k, Bonus & BenefitsRobert Half a partnered with a fast-scaling BioTech based in London.Relentless Medicine Discovery Needs Relentless Technology!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.We are an ambitious biotech organisation uniting AI, computation, and RNAi 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.As we continue to scale, we are seeking a Director of IT & AI Infrastructure to lead our enterprise technology, security, and AI enablement strategy at a pivotal moment in our journey.The RoleReporting to the VP, Head of Applied AI & Informatics, 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.This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of IT, security, AI, and biotech R&D, offering the opportunity to shape how AI is embedded responsibly and effectively across the business.What You'll DoInfrastructure & Operations<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>Security & Compliance<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>Strategy & Leadership<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>Skills & ExperienceEssential<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>Nice to Have<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>BenefitsCommitted to Care<ul><li>Healthcare, pension/401(k), and life assurance</li></ul>Celebrating Success<ul><li>Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and recognition awards</li></ul>Unlocking Potential<ul><li>Dedicated personal development time and learning budget</li></ul>Enjoying Life<ul><li>Social and wellbeing initiatives and a competitive holiday/PTO policy</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4wMDQzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-02T10:35:08Z

VMWare Architect

England,
remote
Contract
600 - 700 GBP / Daily
Robert Half have partnered with a global consultancy firm to recruit for a highly experienced VMware Architect to support a large-scale VMware Cloud 9 deployment on an inital 5 months contract, for a global financial services client. This role will focus on VCF enablement, architecture design, build, and adoption, ensuring the platform is production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards.<h3 data-start="1007" data-end="1035">Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1036" data-end="1487"><li data-end="1108" data-start="1036">Lead VCF architecture design and implementation for VMware Cloud 9</li><li data-end="1180" data-start="1109">Support VCF ennoblement, including platform readiness and adoption</li><li data-start="1181" data-end="1261">Design and build core VCF components (compute, storage, networking, lifecycle)</li><li data-start="1262" data-end="1341">Provide architectural guidance and best practices for enterprise environments</li><li data-start="1342" data-end="1423">Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful delivery</li><li data-end="1487" data-start="1424">Support troubleshooting, optimisation, and knowledge transfer</li></ul><h3 data-end="1525" data-start="1489">Experience:</h3><ul data-end="2063" data-start="1923"><li data-start="1526" data-end="1592">Deep expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) architecture</li><li data-end="1669" data-start="1593">Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise VCF environments</li><li data-start="1670" data-end="1748">Strong understanding of VMware full stack (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, SDDC Manager)</li><li data-start="1749" data-end="1834">Experience supporting cloud modernisation initiatives in regulated environments</li><li data-start="1835" data-end="1900">Ability to work independently in a part-time, advisory capacity</li><li data-start="1923" data-end="1983">Financial services or highly regulated industry experience</li><li data-end="2063" data-start="1984">Prior involvement in VMware Cloud major version upgrades or greenfield builds</li></ul>Company:<ul><li>Initial 5 Month Contract </li><li>Global consultancy firm</li><li> Competitive day rate</li><li> Hybrid working - 3 days based in London</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuMzEwNTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-01-02T14:09:10Z

Project Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Key Responsibilities:Project Finance Management:<ul><li>Partner with Project Directors and Architects to manage budgets, forecasts, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Coordinate and process changes to project financials - including scope adjustments, fee variations, and resourcing changes - ensuring updates are accurately reflected across the accounting system, forecasts, and internal reports.</li><li>Review and reconcile project amendments to maintain consistency between contractual documentation, project schedules, and accounting.</li><li>Produce and maintain project forecast vs. actual reports; identify deviations, analyse causes, and support corrective actions.</li><li>Provide clear insight to senior leadership on revenue recognition, utilisation, and margin performance.</li><li>Oversee invoicing and WIP management, ensuring revenue is recognised in line with project progress and contractual milestones.</li><li>Liaise with project leads to monitor sub-consultant and supplier costs and ensure timely approvals and billing.</li><li>Support compliance with timesheet completion and data integrity for all project-related entries.</li></ul> Financial and Management Accounting:<ul><li>Prepare project and department-level profitability reporting for internal review and consolidation.</li><li>Support credit control and cashflow forecasting through accurate monitoring of project billings and receipts.</li><li>Support the Head of Financial Reporting & Control in implementing and refining project accounting procedures, including fee change tracking, project closeout reconciliations, and variance analysis.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and ensuring data consistency and workflow efficiency.</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Qualified or finalist accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).</li><li>Strong experience in project accounting, ideally within architecture, engineering, or professional services.</li><li>Strong understanding of project costing, WIP, and margin analysis.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modelling).</li><li>Experience with Sage 200, Deltek, or similar project accounting systems.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commercial awareness.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with creative teams.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuMjk5NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-04T21:40:38Z

IT Director

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
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. Objectives (8-12-Month Outcomes)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.<ol><li> Digital Transformation & Value Creation</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> Automation, AI & Process Efficiency</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> Outsourced IT Review & Supplier Reset</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> IT Security & Risk Management</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> Data & Analytics Capability</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> IT Procurement & Commercial Control</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> Build a Fit-for-Purpose IT Function</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> Core Systems & Operating System Remediation</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> Exit Readiness</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>Profile Type<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>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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU3NDAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-01-20T13:38:00Z

Head of Business Systems (FTSE 250) -D365/Power Platform

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-end="209" data-start="157">Head of Systems Innovation - Microsoft Stack</h3>Central London | HybridPerm RoleHigh Bonus on offer!Robert Half Ltd is partnering with a leading London-based business to hire a Head of Systems Innovation to own and evolve their Microsoft business platforms for a leading FTSE 250 company! This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with real ownership - not a legacy clean-up, not vendor management theatre.<h3 data-start="528" data-end="557">What actually matters</h3>You must be strong in:<ul data-end="749" data-start="581"><li data-end="632" data-start="581">Dynamics 365 (CE and/or Finance & Operations)</li><li data-start="633" data-end="693">Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse)</li><li data-end="749" data-start="694">Power BI (analytics, reporting, business insight)</li></ul>You'll lead platform strategy, set standards, and ensure these systems genuinely support the business as it scales.<h3 data-end="896" data-start="868">What you'll be doing</h3><ul data-end="1198" data-start="897"><li data-end="939" data-start="897">Owning and improving the D365 estate</li><li data-end="994" data-start="940">Driving delivery across Power Platform solutions</li><li data-end="1056" data-start="995">Ensuring data and reporting are meaningful via Power BI</li><li data-end="1104" data-start="1057">Leading and mentoring a small specialist team</li><li data-start="1105" data-end="1198">Working closely with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into systems that work</li></ul><h3 data-start="1200" data-end="1222">Who this suits</h3><ul data-start="1223" data-end="1409"><li data-end="1259" data-start="1223">A senior Microsoft platform leader</li><li data-start="1260" data-end="1306">Comfortable balancing strategy with delivery</li><li data-start="1307" data-end="1352">Pragmatic, commercial, and outcomes-focused</li><li data-end="1409" data-start="1353">Experienced in complex, multi-stakeholder environments</li></ul>London | Hybrid Interested? then Apply now! 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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS45NDYxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-20T20:52:14Z

VMware Cloud Foundation Consultant

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Technology are assisting a global market leading financial services organisation to recruit a VMware Cloud Foundation Consultant on a 6 month contract basis. Hybrid working - London based This role will focus on VCF enablement, architecture design, build, and adoption, ensuring the platform is production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards.Responsibilities<ul><li>The VMware Cloud Foundation Consultant will lead architecture design and implementation of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF9) platforms</li><li>Own VCF9 platform readiness, upgrade strategy, and adoption across enterprise environments</li><li>Design, deploy, and evolve core VCF9 components including compute, storage, networking, and lifecycle management</li><li>Define VCF9 reference architectures, standards, and best practices aligned to enterprise and regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner with engineering and operations teams to deliver stable, scalable VCF9 environments</li><li>Provide expert support for VCF9 lifecycle management, optimisation, and troubleshooting</li><li>Enable knowledge transfer and operational handover for VCF9 platforms</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>The VMware Cloud Foundation Consultant will have deep, hands-on expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation 9 architecture and lifecycle</li><li>Proven track record delivering VCF9 upgrades, migrations, or greenfield builds at enterprise scale</li><li>Strong understanding of the VCF9 full stack (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, SDDC Manager, lifecycle services)</li><li>Experience supporting cloud modernisation using VCF9 in financial services or other highly regulated environments</li><li>Comfortable operating independently in a part-time, advisory or design authority role</li><li>Prior involvement in major VCF version transitions with emphasis on VCF9 capabilities and changes</li></ul>Company<ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>Remote working - UK based </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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjg0Nzg3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-01-20T16:33:02Z

IT Governance Coordinator

Wantage, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
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! The roleAs IT Governance Coordinator, you'll join an international team and support governance, risk & compliance initiatives within cyber security. This will include:<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> About youApplicants for the IT Governance Coordinator will:<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> On offerCompetitive salary and benefits including bonus, generous pension, 25 days annual leave, as well as excellent career prospects and professional development. 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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjY3MjA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-10T15:55:21Z