Senior Data Architect
Permanent
Location: London
Salary: £100,000 - £110,000 (+ benefits)

We are looking for a DV Cleared Senior Data Architect to take a leading role in defining and evolving enterprise-wide data architecture within a complex Central Government environment.

This is a senior architecture position requiring much more than data modelling alone. You will work across enterprise architecture, data governance, data platforms, information management, metadata and emerging AI capabilities, helping ensure that data is treated as a strategic organisational asset.

You will work closely with senior business and technical stakeholders, Enterprise Architects, Data Engineering teams and governance functions to establish target-state architectures, architectural standards and roadmaps across a large and complex organisation.

Due to the nature of the work this role will be onsite fully time in central London.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the enterprise data architecture and target-state roadmap.
• Develop conceptual, logical and physical data architectures and models.
• Establish clear links between business objectives, information requirements, data assets and technology solutions.
• Provide architectural leadership across data governance, data quality, metadata and information management.
• Define data architecture principles, standards, reference models and reusable patterns.
• Work closely with Data Engineering teams on the design and evolution of enterprise data platforms.
• Support data integration and interoperability across multiple systems and domains.
• Develop approaches to data cataloguing, classification, lineage and metadata management.
• Support modern data architecture patterns including data products, data mesh, data fabric and cloud-based data platforms.
• Ensure enterprise data is appropriately governed and prepared for AI, Machine Learning and advanced analytics use cases.
• Produce and maintain enterprise architecture artefacts and contribute to architecture governance and design authorities.
• Facilitate architecture workshops and engage confidently with senior business, technical and operational stakeholders.

Essential Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience across several of the following areas:

• Enterprise Data Architecture
• Enterprise Architecture
• Data modelling – conceptual, logical and physical
• Data governance and information management
• Metadata management and data catalogues
• Data quality and Master Data Management
• Data platform and data warehouse architecture
• Data integration and interoperability
• Cloud-based data architectures
• Architecture governance and standards
• Data architecture supporting AI / Machine Learning / advanced analytics
• Architecture repositories and modelling tools

You should be comfortable operating at both strategic and technical levels – able to establish enterprise architecture direction while retaining sufficient technical depth to work effectively with engineers, platform specialists and delivery teams.

Architecture Experience

Experience with some of the following would be highly beneficial:

• TOGAF
• ArchiMate
• Sparx Enterprise Architect
• NAF / MODAF / NATO architecture frameworks
• UML / BPMN
• Azure, AWS or Google Cloud
• Agile delivery environments

Background

You will ideally bring significant experience working as an Enterprise Data Architect, Data Architect, Solution Architect or Enterprise Architect with a strong data specialism.

Experience within Central Government, Defence, military, national security or another complex highly regulated environment would be particularly valuable.

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical credibility with excellent stakeholder skills – someone capable of understanding the wider enterprise, challenging existing approaches and providing clear architectural direction across complex data programmes.

https://www.civica.com/en-gb/product-pages/case-management-software/ 

6 month contract

£600 - £650 per day (inside ir35)

remote - travel into London

Complaints / Case management software used across public and private sector

Role overview

This is now best viewed as a Business Analyst role supporting Civica’s legal case management product, rather than a Product Manager position.

The main focus is customer discovery and requirements gathering. The successful person will build relationships with around 105 users of the product, speak to them regularly, understand how they use the system and investigate where the real problems sit.

A big part of the role will be getting beyond what users initially ask for. They need someone who can ask the right questions, understand the underlying issue and document clear business requirements.

What they will actually do

They will:

• Own the relationship with the user community.
• Run fact-finding conversations, interviews and workshops.
• Understand legal workflows, terminology and user needs.
• Identify pain points and gaps in the current product.
• Capture and document business requirements clearly.
• Map processes and user journeys where needed.
• Present findings back to Product and Engineering.
• Provide the evidence and context that helps shape the roadmap.

They will not own the roadmap and will not be making the final prioritisation decisions. Their job is to produce strong analysis and requirements that the Product Manager and Engineering teams can act on.

Ideal background

The strongest candidates are likely to be:

• Business Analysts from legal software or case management companies.
• BAs working internally within law firms or legal departments.
• Legal Systems Analysts.
• Legal Technology or Legal Operations professionals with strong BA experience.
• BAs from complaints, regulatory or public-sector case management environments.

They do not necessarily need to come from a software vendor. A BA from a law firm could be very relevant if they have worked directly with legal users on systems, workflows and process improvements.

Key qualities

The biggest priorities are:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• High empathy and strong listening skills.
• Confidence dealing with a large and varied user group.
• Ability to work through vague or conflicting feedback.
• Strong requirements gathering and documentation.
• Knowledge of legal language and legal working practices.
• Experience acting as the bridge between users and technical teams.

What to avoid

I would avoid:

• Pure Product Managers looking for roadmap ownership.
• Generic BAs with no legal, case management or regulated workflow experience.
• Legal professionals with no systems or business analysis background.
• Technical BAs who are strong on APIs and integrations but weak with users.
• Delivery-focused Product Owners who mainly manage backlogs and ceremonies.

Simple summary

It is a customer-facing Business Analyst role for a legal case management product. They will work closely with around 105 users, investigate how they use the system, identify the real business problems and turn those findings into clear requirements for Product and Engineering. They will influence the roadmap, but they will not own it.

Digital Business Analyst

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Senior Systems Engineer
6 Month Contract
Location: Home / Farnborough (3 days onsite)
Rate: £700 - £750 per day (Inside IR35)

Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, Systems Architecture, MBSE, SysML

We are looking to recruit an SC Cleared Senior Systems Engineer for a leading technology consultancy on an initial 6 month contract.

This is a senior, technically focused Systems Engineering position with responsibility for defining and applying appropriate systems engineering approaches across a significant project. You will work closely with technical leads, project managers and customer stakeholders, while also providing guidance and direction to more junior Systems Engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the application of Systems Engineering principles across complex technical projects.
• Define appropriate Systems Engineering processes, methods and deliverables.
• Elicit, analyse and manage stakeholder and system requirements.
• Support system architecture, system design and requirements engineering activities.
• Determine appropriate modelling and analysis approaches.
• Produce and assure technical documentation, engineering plans, specifications and design outputs.
• Provide technical leadership to other Systems Engineers and review engineering deliverables.
• Work closely with senior technical, programme and customer stakeholders.
• Ensure designs and engineering activities meet relevant regulatory, safety, security and technical standards.
• Identify technical risks and issues and develop appropriate mitigation approaches.
• Support systems engineering management across the wider project lifecycle.

Skills & experience

• 7–10+ years’ experience within Systems Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Strong understanding of Systems Engineering lifecycle processes and methodologies.
• Experience across areas such as requirements engineering, system design, modelling, verification, validation or systems engineering management.
• Strong understanding of stakeholder requirements, system requirements, specifications and system design documentation.
• Experience working on medium-to-large scale complex engineering programmes.
• Ability to define appropriate Systems Engineering approaches rather than simply following established processes.
• Strong technical documentation, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience providing technical leadership or mentoring junior engineers.
• Understanding of engineering assurance, safety, security, cost and schedule considerations.
• Previous experience within Defence, Government or another highly regulated engineering environment.
• Maritime domain knowledge would be highly advantageous.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent engineering experience.
• CEng or equivalent professional standing is highly desirable.

Project Engineer
Location: Studley
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £35K - £50K

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer to join a leading company specializing in heavy transport and installation solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing technical engineering solutions for a wide variety of client projects, ranging from quick turnaround assignments to long-term, multi-year ventures.

Job Purpose:
The role is primarily responsible for the creation and development of technical engineering solutions. These solutions will include technical drawings, calculations, risk assessments, and method statements. The role will require a good understanding of the company’s equipment stock, selecting the most suitable resources for each project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop engineering solutions based on clients' heavy transport and installation requirements, both on-site and in the office, including equipment allocation, procurement, and programming.
• Develop comprehensive solutions that include technical drawings, calculations, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Apply standard methodologies and innovate new solutions.
• Produce design calculations and rigging studies to relevant standards.
• Prepare and submit RAMs (Risk Assessment Method Statements) documentation for approval.
• Determine required resources for each project and ensure they are allocated efficiently.
• Negotiate with clients regarding project planning and execution.
• Keep project documentation up-to-date, including project maps, safety files, and project lists.
• Ensure commercial efficiency is maximized throughout all projects.
• Respond to client queries or problems promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Promote and ensure implementation of company safety, environmental, and engineering procedures.
• Ensure all designs prioritize safety and adhere to the highest standards.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and guidelines, performing other duties as reasonably requested.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with site operatives, managers, directors, and clients.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment, contributing ideas and solutions.
• Passionate about the company’s core values and able to represent the company at client sites.
• Interest in engineering and comfort working in a fast-paced project environment.
• Ability to remain calm and positive under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively.
• Clear direction when discussing technical ideas and concepts with site teams and clients.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Appointed Person (AP) ticket (desirable).
• HSEQ Qualification (desirable).
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering principles.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D (basic level).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (basic level).
• Experience with FEM/other modeling software (desirable).
• Full driving license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

EUD Field Engineer (End User Devices)

Location: Hybrid – home based with frequent travel to sites across Hampshire or Oxfordshire
Rate: £226.51 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 6 months initially, likely extension
Start: ASAP
Additional: Vehicle and fuel card provided for site visits

The Organisation

Our client is a UK policing organisation, delivering critical ICT services that directly support frontline and operational policing. Reliability, professionalism and security are essential in everything they do.

The Role

This is a field-based End User Devices (EUD) role providing hands-on installation, maintenance and support of ICT and voice devices across a wide geographic area. You will be a visible, customer-facing presence, ensuring officers and staff have the equipment they need to work effectively.

The role requires regular travel to Hampshire or Oxfordshire-based sites, Monday to Friday, and would suit an engineer who is comfortable working independently in live operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure and support end user devices including laptops, mobiles and hardware peripherals

• Diagnose and repair hardware and connectivity issues on site

• Set up and support Windows 10 devices, including user connectivity and authentication

• Work with Azure AD, SCCM and voice communications platforms

• Respond to service tickets and incidents, meeting agreed SLAs

• Liaise confidently with end users and third-party suppliers

• Maintain accurate records of work undertaken

Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in a field-based IT support or engineering role

• 4+ years’ experience installing, repairing and supporting IT equipment and network connectivity

• Strong hands-on knowledge of end user device hardware and peripherals

• Practical experience with Windows 10, Azure AD, SCCM and voice comms

• Experience working to SLAs in a service-led environment

• Clear, professional communication skills

Location & Travel

• You must be based in or near Hampshire or Oxfordshire

• Willingness to undertake frequent travel to local sites is essential

• Full, clean UK driving licence required

• Vehicle provided for site visits (hire vehicle available for non-commutable journeys)

Security & Eligibility

• Current NPPV3, SC or DV clearance is highly desirable

• Eligibility for NPPV3 is essential

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a full-time UK resident with the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)

• Have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 5 years, without extended periods overseas

Data Engineer
6 Month Contract
Location: Home / Malvern (onsite 3 days a week)
Rate: £600 - £700 per day (Inside IR35)

Skills: SC Clearance, Python, SQL, Databricks, AWS, Data Engineering, ETL/ELT, Data Pipelines

We are looking to recruit an SC Cleared Data Engineer for a leading technology consultancy to join a long-term Central Government programme supporting a major Defence digital transformation initiative.

This is a hands-on data engineering role working across a broad and evolving technology landscape, with a strong focus on building, developing and supporting modern data solutions within a secure environment.

The current platform is expected to be primarily AWS, with a planned migration towards Google Secure Cloud, so this would suit someone comfortable working across cloud-based data platforms and adapting to changing technical environments.

This is a hybrid role and you will be expected to work onsite in Malvern 3 days a week.

Key skills and experience:

• Strong Python development skills
• Strong SQL
• Experience with Databricks
• Cloud-based data engineering experience
• Building and maintaining data pipelines
• Data transformation, processing and integration
• Working with large and complex datasets
• Experience delivering scalable and reliable data solutions
• Comfortable working in secure, regulated or government environments

Unit4 FP&A Systems Consultant
3 Month Contract – Full Time or Part Time can be considered
Location: Fully Remote
Rate: £550 - £650 per day (OUTSIDE IR35)

We’re looking for an experienced systems implementation consultant with hands-on Unit4 FP&A experience on an initial 3 month contract.

This is not a traditional accounting / FP&A analyst role. The focus is on the implementation, configuration, optimisation and support of Unit4 FP&A systems, working with clients to translate finance requirements into effective system solutions.

You’ll be involved across the full implementation lifecycle, including:

• Designing and configuring Unit4 FP&A solutions
• Translating finance and business requirements into system functionality
• Running discovery and solution design workshops
• Configuring budgeting, forecasting, planning, reporting and consolidation processes within Unit4 FP&A
• Producing functional specifications and system documentation
• Supporting testing, deployment and user adoption
• Integrating Unit4 FP&A with ERP and reporting platforms
• Identifying opportunities for system and process improvement
• Supporting pre-sales demonstrations and solution discussions where required

Essential experience:

• Proven hands-on experience implementing, configuring or supporting Unit4 FP&A
• Previous experience delivering finance systems implementation projects
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, planning, reporting and consolidation from a systems perspective
• Experience gathering requirements and converting them into system designs/configuration
• Strong client-facing workshop and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working within a consultancy or professional services environment

Experience with Unit4 ERP, financial data structures, data integration, Power BI or SQL would be advantageous.

We are specifically looking for candidates with Unit4 FP&A systems implementation experience, rather than finance professionals who have only used FP&A systems as an end user.

• Supporting Atkins on work they are doing for the MOD based around new digital systems, and that they fit together

• defining how new digital services will connect across the MOD’s digital environment — setting the standards, frameworks, and logical architecture that future systems will follow. It’s not hands-on design or coding — it’s high-level architecture, coordination, and assurance, working across AtkinsRéalis, Defence Digital, and MOD stakeholders

• That will cover things like integration patterns, APIs, event-driven architecture, messaging, data dependencies, security, access, monitoring, error handling, standards and governance.
• A big part of the role is also stakeholder engagement. There are multiple organisations and suppliers involved, so the Architect needs to be able to bring those different parties together, establish who owns particular integration components or standards, identify where things don’t align, and get agreement on the target approach.
• They’ll then document and visualise that architecture using Sparx Enterprise Architect and ArchiMate, build out things such as an integration pattern library and integration catalogue, and provide recommendations back into the wider programme.