AI Solution Engineer - Copilot
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£600 to £700 a year
ContractFull time
A leading organisation is looking for an experienced AI Solution Engineer to build and deploy AI solutions across its technology environment. You will establish and maintain an internal AI platform across Microsoft Azure and M365, while rapidly developing small-scale AI applications and agent-based solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Foundry. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on taking AI solutions from prototype through to production, integrating them with existing systems and data sources, and ensuring they are secure, scalable and aligned with data governance requirements. Experience within financial services or another regulated environment would be advantageous. Hybrid: 3 days in London-based office Rate: Up to £700pd Inside IR35 via Umbrella Duration: 6 months, with a view to extend What you'll need to succeed - Strong hands-on experience developing and deploying AI solutions - Strong experience with Microsoft Azure AI services - Hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio - Experience with Azure AI Foundry - Experience rapidly building AI agents and agent-based solutions - Strong programming and cloud architecture experience - Experience integrating AI solutions with existing systems, APIs and data sources - Understanding of DevOps practices for deployment and lifecycle management - Strong understanding of data governance, security and responsible AI - Experience within financial services or another regulated industry would be advantageous What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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IT Project Manager - Financial Services
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£700 to £700 a year
ContractFull time
A leading financial services organisation is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee end-to-end delivery across its Exchange Products portfolio, covering either Trade Surveillance or Exchange Products.You will take ownership of key products, develop SME-level knowledge and act as the main point of contact for business and technology stakeholders, managing delivery, risks, dependencies and cross-functional teams.The ideal candidate will have strong financial services and technology experience, a good understanding of financial markets and exchanges, and previous exposure to other banks, financial institutions or exchanges. What you'll need to succeed Strong IT Project Management experience within financial services. Experience managing end-to-end technology project delivery. Experience working with Exchange Products and/or Trade Surveillance. Ability to develop into a subject matter expert (SME) for key products. Experience acting as a primary point of contact for business and technology stakeholders. Strong understanding of financial markets, exchanges and financial services technology. Experience working with banks, financial institutions and/or exchanges would be highly advantageous. Experience managing project plans, risks, issues, dependencies and delivery milestones. Ability to coordinate multiple teams across business, technology and operations. Experience delivering projects within complex, regulated financial services environments. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Fund Accountant
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£55,000 to £60,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company I am currently working with an established and growing real estate investment and development business in London. With an impressive portfolio of assets and continued growth across the UK and internationally, the business is looking for a Fund Accountant to join its collaborative finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified accountant looking to develop their career within real estate, gaining broad exposure across fund accounting, financial reporting and property accounting. Your new role Working within the finance team and closely with the wider investment, development and asset management functions, you'll take responsibility for the financial reporting and accounting across a portfolio of property-owning entities and fund structures. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing periodic management accounts and financial reporting. Preparing annual statutory accounts and supporting year-end reporting. Managing the audit process for allocated entities. Completing balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations. Preparing lender and bank covenant reporting. Reviewing VAT and CIS compliance across the portfolio. Maintaining tenancy schedules and rent deposit information. Assisting with cash flow management and forecasting. Working closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders across the business. What you'll need to succeed Ideally you will be a recently qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience preparing statutory accounts and a strong understanding of FRS102 and UK financial reporting. Exposure to real estate funds is essential. You'll have strong Excel skills, attention to detail and the confidence to liaise with auditors, advisers and internal stakeholders. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000. This is a great opportunity to join a growing real estate business where you'll gain broad exposure across fund accounting, statutory reporting, property accounting and transactions, while working closely with teams across the wider business. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Data Engineer - Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Pyspark
Hays Specialist Recruitment - City of London, London
ContractFull time
Data Engineer - Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Pyspark Up to 550 per day (Inside IR35) 6 Months Hybrid / London A client of mine is looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to come in and support on a project delivery. The right candidate will have strong experience of Microsoft Azure and Fabric. Key Requirements: Proven commercial experience as a Data Engineer, within a large enterprise environment. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Python and PySpark. Experience building and optimising scalable Data pipelines and ETL/ELT solutions. Strong understanding of Cloud-based Data platforms, Data Lakes and Data Warehousing. Experience integrating Data from multiple sources, APIs and third-party systems. Strong SQL and Data Modelling skills. Experience working with large, complex datasets in Azure environments. Knowledge of Data quality, governance and performance optimisation best practices. Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical delivery. Experience collaborating with stakeholders, project teams and consultancy partners. Flexibility to go on-site in London 2 days a week Nice to Have Previous experience within Higher Education, Public Sector or a large complex enterprise environment. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Power Systems Engineering Expert
Hays Specialist Recruitment
£100,000 to £150,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Power Systems Engineering Expert An exciting opportunity for an experienced Power Systems Engineering Expert to play a key role in addressing one of the biggest challenges facing the expansion of AI and hyperscale data centre infrastructure: access to power. You will act as a senior technical authority on power systems, grid connections and energy infrastructure, helping to identify and overcome engineering barriers that could delay strategically important data centre developments. Key Responsibilities Provide technical expertise on grid connections and power infrastructure for major data centre projects. Assess engineering challenges affecting the connection of high-demand facilities to the transmission and distribution network. Work closely with senior technical and engineering stakeholders to develop practical solutions to power constraints. Support priority data centre developments where grid capacity, connection timescales or technical challenges may impact delivery. Help establish a coordinated technical approach to accelerating AI and data centre infrastructure buildout. Key Skills & Experience Strong power systems engineering expertise, ideally within transmission, distribution or major grid-connected infrastructure. Detailed knowledge of UK grid connections, including connection processes, capacity constraints and network engineering. Experience supporting large-scale, high-power infrastructure projects, ideally data centres, energy, industrial or mission-critical environments. Ability to assess complex electrical engineering and grid connection challenges and develop practical technical solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work with network operators, regulators, engineering specialists and major infrastructure stakeholders. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of power, AI infrastructure and hyperscale data centre development, helping to solve the energy challenges that will determine how quickly the next generation of digital infrastructure can be delivered. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Power Systems Engineering Expert
Hays Specialist Recruitment
£100,000 to £150,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Power Systems Engineering Expert An exciting opportunity for an experienced Power Systems Engineering Expert to play a key role in addressing one of the biggest challenges facing the expansion of AI and hyperscale data centre infrastructure: access to power. You will act as a senior technical authority on power systems, grid connections and energy infrastructure, helping to identify and overcome engineering barriers that could delay strategically important data centre developments . Key Responsibilities Provide technical expertise on grid connections and power infrastructure for major data centre projects. Assess engineering challenges affecting the connection of high-demand facilities to the transmission and distribution network. Work closely with senior technical and engineering stakeholders to develop practical solutions to power constraints. Support priority data centre developments where grid capacity, connection timescales or technical challenges may impact delivery. Help establish a coordinated technical approach to accelerating AI and data centre infrastructure buildout. Key Skills & Experience Strong power systems engineering expertise, ideally within transmission, distribution or major grid-connected infrastructure. Detailed knowledge of UK grid connections, including connection processes, capacity constraints and network engineering. Experience supporting large-scale, high-power infrastructure projects, ideally data centres, energy, industrial or mission-critical environments. Ability to assess complex electrical engineering and grid connection challenges and develop practical technical solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work with network operators, regulators, engineering specialists and major infrastructure stakeholders. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of power, AI infrastructure and hyperscale data centre development, helping to solve the energy challenges that will determine how quickly the next generation of digital infrastructure can be delivered. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Project Director (Construction)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£150,000 to £180,000 a year
PermanentFull time
We are working with an established National Tier 1 main contractor looking to appoint a Project Director to join its London construction business.The contractor has a strong pipeline of projects circa £200M across commercial offices, healthcare and technically complex buildings, with an opportunity to lead significant schemes from pre-construction through to delivery.You'll be joining world-class businesses and teams with many years' experience delivering major London projects involving complex refurbishment, fit-out and technically demanding new-build projects. Key Responsibilities Lead projects from tender and PCSA through design, construction, commissioning, handover and commercial close-out. Take ownership of commitments made during pre-construction and ensure these are successfully converted into project delivery. Act as the senior day-to-day representative, leading relationships with clients, consultants, professional teams and key stakeholders. Provide overall leadership and direction to project teams, maximising performance across construction, design, commercial, planning and technical functions. Chair senior project meetings covering client reporting, programme, commercial performance, forecasting, health & safety and project risk. Maintain overall responsibility for ensuring appropriate method statements, risk assessments and safe systems of work are established prior to operations commencing. Drive delivery against agreed programme, budget, specification and quality standards, ensuring appropriate reporting and governance throughout. Maintain strong commercial oversight, identifying risk and opportunity and driving the project towards a successful commercial outcome. Lead the project through commissioning, handover, aftercare and final commercial close-out. You will have: Previous relevant experience working in the London area for a top tier main contractor. Demonstrable experience of leading projects through PCSA and pre-construction, successfully converting into the construction phase. A strong track record of managing large and complex projects from inception through to completion, ideally circa £100m+. Excellent understanding of programme, design, construction methodology, commercial performance, risk and project governance under JCT and NEC form of contract. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Senior Design Manager (Construction)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Kent
£75,000 to £85,000 a year
PermanentFull time
We are working with an established regional main contractor delivering new-build, refurbishment, retrofit and cut and carve projects across London and the South East. They are in a strong period of growth with an increasing T/O currently circa £60M. Their projects typically range from £3m to £20m, with a particularly strong track record in education and public-sector schemes, alongside healthcare, community, heritage, residential and commercial projects. As Senior Design Manager, you will take responsibility for the design process from pre-construction through delivery and completion, ensuring information is coordinated, buildable, compliant and aligned with programme and commercial requirements, working closely with the Precon and Build team. This is a key role with the opportunity to lead and build the Design Team as it grows with the company with their planned expansion. You will: Manage design across new-build and refurbishment projects, typically £3m-£20m. Coordinate architects, consultants, MEP teams and specialist subcontractor designers. Produce and manage Design Programmes, Information Release Schedules and Design Responsibility Matrices. Support tenders, pre-construction activities and value-engineering exercises. Review designs for buildability, technical compliance, quality and CDM requirements. Work with Project Managers and Planners to align design with the construction programme. Support the Commercial Team with procurement, subcontractor packages and change control. Chair design meetings and technical coordination workshops. Manage RFI's, design changes, approvals and information registers. Identify and manage technical, programme and commercial design risk. Coordinate architectural, structural and MEP interfaces. Support BIM, QA, ITPs and project quality processes. Liaise with clients, consultants, statutory authorities and site delivery teams. About You Previous Design Manager experience with a main contractor, supporting/managing others. Background delivering £3m-£20m new-build and refurbishment projects. Ideally experienced in education, public-sector or complex refurbishment projects. Strong understanding of design coordination, buildability and construction sequencing. Good knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, BIM and design management processes. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Externals Site Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£270 to £300 a day
TemporaryFull time
External Site Manager is required for our client with a project based in London. This is a 72-week project which could lead to a permanent vacancy. The Project starts in January. Must have : SMSTS CSCS Card First Aid £270 - £300 per day If you are interested and available in January, please apply online. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Externals Site Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£270 to £300 a year
TemporaryFull time
External Site Manager is required for our client with a project based in London. This is a 72-week project which could lead to a permanent vacancy. The Project starts in January. Must have : SMSTS CSCS Card First Aid £270 - £300 per day If you are interested and available in January, please apply online. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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