CAFM System Contractor
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Reading, Berkshire
£440 to £440 a day
HybridContractFull time
£440 per day (Inside IR35) 6-month contract (Hybrid working ) Reading, Berkshire UK Your new organisation We are a major international meteorological research organisation operating at the intersection of environmental science, technology and data. Our scientists and technical specialists combine complex observational data, advanced digital infrastructure and specialist scientific equipment to deepen our understanding of the natural environment and inform decisions with real-world consequences.We are now investing in a new Asset Management System, creating a single, trusted source of information and transforming how our scientific assets are managed across the organisation. As such, we are looking for an experienced CAFM System Contractor to accelerate its implementation and establish the governance, data standards and operating model required for long-term success. Your new role You will lead the continued implementation, governance and operational management of the Science Asset Management System, acting as product owner and service lead during a critical transition into live delivery. Working across scientific, laboratory, field, estates, digital, finance and procurement teams, you will coordinate system configuration, asset-data migration, testing, training and organisation-wide adoption. You will establish practical processes covering asset lifecycle management, planned preventative maintenance, calibration, fault reporting, risk assessment and disposal, while improving data quality, reporting and audit readiness. You will also manage the operational relationship with the external system provider, overseeing service performance, change requests, roadmap priorities and contract governance. The assignment calls for someone who can establish control quickly, align a diverse stakeholder community and leave behind a trusted service, clear documentation and a stronger basis for operational and capital-investment decisions. What you'll need to succeed You will have demonstrable experience implementing, managing or improving a business-critical CAFM, CMMS, EAM, maintenance, inventory or asset-management system. You must be able to translate user and operational needs into structured requirements, workflows, data standards and prioritised system improvements, supported by practical experience of configuration, migration, testing, training and adoption. A sound understanding of maintenance planning, calibration, equipment governance, fault management or asset lifecycle processes is essential, as is the ability to use dashboards, reports and data exports to identify issues and drive measurable improvement. Experience with SharePoint-controlled documentation, product ownership, Agile delivery, service management, supplier governance, compliance, health and safety or ISO-related processes would be advantageous. Exposure to scientific, technical, laboratory or field-based environments would also be valuable. Success will require a commercially aware contractor who can work independently, challenge constructively and turn a developing platform into a credible operational capability. What you'll get in return This is a 6-month contract paying £440 per day Inside IR35, with a 50/50 hybrid working arrangement in Reading. You will take ownership of a significant asset-management transformation and leave a lasting operational legacy. 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. 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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Procurement Business Partner
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Liverpool, Merseyside
£53,051 to £58,543 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Your new company A major public-sector employer in Liverpool City Centre is looking to appoint multiple experienced Procurement Business Partners to support the development and delivery of a strategic sourcing pipeline within a given category area. This organisation has won multiple awards and delivers key services across the region, so this offers an amazing chance for you to get involved and play a part in delivering meaningful social impact through your procurement activity. Your new role As a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a key role in delivering key procurement projects within your given category area, which will either be Health & Social Care, Corporate Services, or Construction/FM. Key responsibilities will include: Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and turn them into clear sourcing plans. Lead end-to-end procurement activity from initial requirement through to contract award. Preparing procurement documents that set out key requirements, timescales and evaluation criteria clearly. Run tender processes and support fair, consistent evaluations to help teams select suitable suppliers. Provide practical procurement advice to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. Build proactive and effective working relationships across the organisation. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and make day-to-day purchasing easier for colleagues. What you'll need to succeed Strong public-sector procurement background with a detailed knowledge of PA23 (and PCR2015) Experience of leading end-to-end tender processes Knowledge of multiple compliant routes to market, and experience of open market tenders, competitive framework call offs, and direct awards Ideally MCIPS qualified, or must be willing to work towards qualification Excellent stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management skills Ability to provide clear procurement guidance and advice to stakeholders of all levels across the organisation Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal What you'll get in return A competitive starting salary between £53,051 - 58,543 depending on relevant experience and CIPS qualifications 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays - this increases with time served, and you also have the option to purchase additional days Hybrid working options, with just 2 days per week required in the office A competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and agile working practices Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Medicash Family friendly policies with enhanced leave Discounted gym memberships Progression and professional development opportunities 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 on 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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Procurement Business Partner
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Liverpool, Merseyside
£53,051 to £58,543 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Your new company A major public-sector employer in Liverpool City Centre is looking to appoint multiple experienced Procurement Business Partners to support the development and delivery of a strategic sourcing pipeline within a given category area. This organisation has won multiple awards and delivers key services across the region, so this offers an amazing chance for you to get involved and play a part in delivering meaningful social impact through your procurement activity. Your new role As a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a key role in delivering key procurement projects within your given category area, which will either be Health & Social Care, Corporate Services, or Construction/FM. Key responsibilities will include: Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and turn them into clear sourcing plans. Lead end-to-end procurement activity from initial requirement through to contract award. Preparing procurement documents that set out key requirements, timescales and evaluation criteria clearly. Run tender processes and support fair, consistent evaluations to help teams select suitable suppliers. Provide practical procurement advice to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. Build proactive and effective working relationships across the organisation. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and make day-to-day purchasing easier for colleagues. What you'll need to succeed Strong public-sector procurement background with a detailed knowledge of PA23 (and PCR2015) Experience of leading end-to-end tender processes Knowledge of multiple compliant routes to market, and experience of open market tenders, competitive framework call offs, and direct awards Ideally MCIPS qualified, or must be willing to work towards qualification Excellent stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management skills Ability to provide clear procurement guidance and advice to stakeholders of all levels across the organisation Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal What you'll get in return A competitive starting salary between £53,051 - 58,543 depending on relevant experience and CIPS qualifications 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays - this increases with time served, and you also have the option to purchase additional days Hybrid working options, with just 2 days per week required in the office A competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and agile working practices Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Medicash Family friendly policies with enhanced leave Discounted gym memberships Progression and professional development opportunities 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 on 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 Network Engineer
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Didcot, Oxfordshire
£550 to £550 a day
HybridContractFull time
£550 per day 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) - Umbrella Only Didcot, Oxfordshire - Hybrid Working (2-3 Days Onsite) Your new organisation We provide the digital infrastructure and enterprise technology services that underpin complex scientific programmes and operational environments. Our portfolio includes multi-site networks, external connectivity, cyber security, identity management, collaboration platforms, telephony and critical business services. As we progress a substantial programme to strengthen cyber resilience, harden systems and improve our structures, processes and policies, we need an experienced Senior Network Engineer to sustain secure and reliable network operations during this period of change. Your new role You will take a senior, hands-on role in supporting and maintaining our multi-site network estate, with particular responsibility for Fortinet firewalls, LAN and WAN infrastructure, routing, Wi-Fi, IP address management, network access control and cloud telephony. Around 80% of your time will focus on business-as-usual operations, with 10% dedicated to projects outside the cyber resilience programme and 10% covering administration and associated responsibilities. Working across technical teams, you will provide leadership and practical guidance, resolve complex incidents, protect network stability and security, contribute to new solutions, and oversee the transition of services into live operation. What you'll need to succeed You will bring at least 5 years of hands-on Fortinet firewall management and 5 years of experience managing XIQ Wi-Fi environments. Strong knowledge of ClearPass, or an equivalent network access control system, is essential, alongside experience supporting multi-site networks and configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches and routers. You will also understand associated services including DNS and DHCP and have practical IP address management experience using Infoblox or an equivalent solution. To succeed in this assignment, you will need disciplined troubleshooting skills, sound technical judgement, clear communication and the ability to manage competing operational priorities in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return You will secure an initial 6-month contract running until the end of March, with the potential to extend for a further 6 months. You will help maintain critical network services while contributing to projects, service transitions and a wider cyber resilience programme. 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. 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
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Preston, Lancashire
£45,000 to £50,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company A leading organisation in the Public Sector based out of Preston. Your new role The IT Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects, ensuring scope, timescales, budgets, and business outcomes are achieved. Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex IT and technology projects, from initiation through to implementation and closure. Manage project plans, budgets, resources, risks, issues and dependencies, ensuring delivery remains on track. Work closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams and business areas to define requirements and achieve agreed outcomes. Lead and coordinate multiple project teams, providing clear direction and maintaining effective project governance and reporting. Support the successful delivery of technology-led organisational change, using Agile and Waterfall approaches as appropriate. What you'll need to succeed They are seeking someone with delivery experience across a range of technology projects, who can work effectively across technical, business and senior stakeholder groups. Proven experience delivering complex IT and technology projects from initiation through to successful implementation. Strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project delivery methodologies, with the ability to adapt approaches to different projects. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, including working with senior stakeholders. Demonstrable experience managing project budgets, resources, risks, governance and competing priorities within complex environments. PRINCE2, Agile or MSP qualifications and experience within Public Sector would be advantageous. What you'll get in return You can expect a salary in the region of £45,000 to £50,000 (DoE), along with a generous pension scheme, 30+ days annual leave (plus bank holidays), hybrid working and a range of flexible benefits. *Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance to Preston as this role requires an onsite presence of up to 2 to 3 days a week. 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. 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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Principal Java / Data Engineer - Market Data
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£900 to £900 a year
ContractFull time
Principal Java / Data Engineer - Market Data - £900 Per Day Umbrella - 6 Month Contract - Hybrid - London A leading financial markets organisation is looking for an experienced Principal Java / Data Engineer to join a specialist technology team, working on a critical Risk Datastore capability supporting market data, product data and downstream risk calculations. This is a highly hands-on engineering role with a strong focus on data quality, traceability, auditability and building robust, scalable data platforms. You will be responsible for designing and developing data-intensive services using Java and Spring Boot, working with market and historical data used across critical financial systems. A key focus will be ensuring strong accountability of data - understanding where data has originated, what market data has been used within calculations, what rules have been applied and ensuring outputs can be traced back to their underlying inputs. The role requires someone with strong Java engineering and data-oriented experience, ideally within financial services and market data environments. You will work across an on-premise core platform while supporting the publishing of data into cloud-based environments and Snowflake. You may also interface with quantitative and analytics components developed in Python and C++. What you'll need to succeed Strong hands-on Java development experience, ideally Java 11/17+ and Spring Boot Strong data engineering experience working with data-intensive platforms Experience working with market data and/or product data within financial services Strong understanding of data lineage, traceability, auditability and data controls Experience developing scalable, batch-oriented data processing solutions Experience with Snowflake and publishing data into cloud-based platforms such as AWS/S3 Experience working across on-premise and cloud environments 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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HR Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
£50,000 to £55,000 a year
PermanentFull time
HR Manager | Permanent | £55,000 | Kirkby Stephen Hays HR is delighted to be supporting a well-established, family-owned international business in the search for an experienced HR Manager. Operating across manufacturing, distribution and customer service environments, this organisation has built a strong reputation within its sector and prides itself on maintaining a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where people genuinely matter. This is a standalone HR leadership role, offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape people practices while remaining close to the day-to-day operation. Reporting directly to the Operations Director and sitting as part of the Leadership Team, you will be the trusted HR advisor to managers and directors across the business. The role also supports a small operation outside the Northwest, with travel required occasionally. The Role As HR Manager, you will combine operational delivery with strategic HR involvement. You will lead all aspects of the employee life cycle while providing pragmatic advice and guidance to managers across the business. Key responsibilities include: Managing employee relations matters ranging from routine issues through to complex disciplinary, grievance and dismissal cases. Providing coaching and HR advice to managers on employment legislation, policies and best practice. Leading recruitment activity for management and specialist roles. Reviewing and developing HR policies, procedures and employment documentation. Managing payroll sign-off, pensions administration and employee benefits. Supporting organisational projects including contract reviews, policy updates and people-related change initiatives. Leading annual pay review and budgeting activities relating to HR. Overseeing HR compliance, GDPR requirements and employment law obligations. Managing and developing a part-time HR & Training Assistant. Acting as a key member of the Leadership Team, contributing to wider business decisions and people strategy. About You We are keen to speak with experienced HR professionals who enjoy operating in a hands-on, autonomous environment. You will ideally have: CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above). Experience operating in a senior HR Generalist, HR Manager or HR Business Partner capacity. Strong employee relations knowledge with the confidence to support complex casework. Payroll and pensions experience, including payroll sign-off responsibilities. Up-to-date employment law knowledge. The ability to build strong working relationships with managers across all levels. Experience working within manufacturing, distribution, logistics, engineering or similar operational environments would be advantageous. ADP payroll system experience would be desirable. The Person Pragmatic and commercially minded. Emotionally intelligent and approachable. Comfortable rolling up their sleeves and getting involved in day-to-day HR activities. A team player who values collaboration over hierarchy. Practical, organised and capable of managing multiple priorities. Someone with a good sense of humour and a common-sense approach to problem-solving. This role would suit an individual who enjoys building relationships, making a visible impact and working within a business where culture genuinely matters. Benefits Salary of £50,000 - £55,000. Private healthcare. Group income protection. Death in service cover. Enhanced pension scheme with employer matching contributions up to 10%. Health cash plan. 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service. Hybrid working is available after probation. (One day from home). Additional wellbeing and active travel benefits. 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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HR Operations Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Knowsley, Merseyside
£49,920 to £49,920 a year
ContractFull time
People Operations Manager | 12 Month FTC | £ 48,000 - £49,900 | Knowsley | Hybrid | Excellent Benefits Your New Organisation A growing, community-focused organisation currently seeking a People Operations Manager to lead a small, passionate HR team through an exciting period of transformation.An excellent fit for an experienced HR Manager, with strong knowledge of current employment law and a broad range of experience with complex ER casework management, who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys relationship building, coaching and developing others. Your New Role Reporting to the Head of People and managing a team of 4 (3 People Advisors and 1 Administrator), you will support a wide range of people initiatives and operational HR activities including: Day-to-day leadership of the People team, ensuring high-quality HR service delivery across the employee life cycle. Oversight of ER cases - coaching advisors on lower-level issues and leading on complex matters. Oversight of recruitment and onboarding, acting as the escalation point for the team. Partnering with directorates to support strategic people initiatives. Supporting cultural change and modernisation of systems and processes. TUPE and change management. Supporting wellbeing and engagement during a period of change. Driving forward key projects including: EDI strategy Line Manager Capability Programme Behavioural Framework launch Employee Engagement tools Terms & Conditions review What You'll Need to Succeed Proven HR management experience and complex ER casework expertise. Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity. Strong coaching and influencing skills. Relationship builder with a proactive, people-first approach. Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Experience in regulated environments is welcomed. Benefits Generous pension scheme (matched up to 8%, + extra 2% employer contribution) 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + 3 closed days over Christmas Half-day Christmas Eve £75/month childcare allowance £20/month gym contribution Opportunity to lead meaningful change in a growing organisation Supportive and inclusive team culture If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us directly. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are interested in looking at an alternative position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding other options. 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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Business Information Security Consultant
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£700 to £700 a year
ContractFull time
Business Information Security Consultant | £700 Per Day Inside IR35 | 6 Months | London Hybrid A leading Financial Services organisation is seeking a Business Information Security Consultant to support cyber security oversight across a highly regulated environment. Acting as a key security partner across the business, technology and cyber functions, you will be responsible for assessing, challenging and overseeing cyber security risks, supporting regulatory deliverables and ensuring security controls remain effective. This is a hands-on role that combines broad technical cyber security knowledge with strong governance, risk and compliance (GRC) expertise. You'll engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing practical challenge and guidance across a range of cyber security domains including PAM, IAM, vulnerability management, emerging technologies and cyber risk reporting. What you'll need to succeed Strong experience within Information Security, Cyber Security, Technology Risk or Cyber Security Consulting roles. Broad understanding across multiple cyber security domains including PAM, IAM, Vulnerability Management, Security Architecture and Cloud Security. Experience working with security controls, risk assessments, control testing, governance and regulatory deliverables. Strong GRC experience combined with a hands-on understanding of cyber security technologies and processes. Exposure to BeyondTrust or similar Privileged Access Management solutions. Experience producing and reporting on cyber risk metrics, KRIs and control effectiveness. Ability to challenge and influence stakeholders across business, technology and cyber teams. Comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences. Knowledge of emerging technologies and security considerations around areas such as AI would be beneficial. Strong stakeholder management, communication and interpersonal skills are essential. 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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C#/.NET Developer - Commodities Trading
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£650 to £700 a day
ContractFull time
C#/.NET Developer - Commodities Trading - £700 Per Day Inside IR35 - 6 Month Rolling Contract - Hybrid - London A leading financial markets organisation is looking for an experienced C#/.NET Developer to join a specialist commodities technology team, building bespoke solutions to support the electronic trading of commodity derivatives. This is a hands-on development role working closely with commodity sales and trading teams in a fast-paced front-office environment. You will be responsible for designing, developing and delivering high-quality trading applications, primarily supporting the pre-trade lifecycle. This will include solutions across client, sales and trader workflows, order management and automated pricing. You will work as part of an Agile DevOps team, contributing to technical design, development, pair programming, code reviews and testing, with the majority of services hosted within Azure. The role requires someone with strong C#/.NET engineering experience alongside a solid understanding of commodities and trading products, particularly derivatives such as swaps. This is a 6-month rolling contract, requiring 3 days per week onsite in London. What you'll need to succeed Strong hands-on C#/.NET software development experience Strong experience within commodities, trading or financial markets environments Good knowledge of derivatives and trading products, including swaps Experience building applications supporting trading workflows and the trade lifecycle Angular and TypeScript experience would be beneficial Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with developers, technical leads, architects and trading stakeholders 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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