Currently recruiting for an Technical Specialist on behalf of an well known financial services organisation in Central Edinburgh.

This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about Data Analytics & also wants to be a part of an growing organisation.

Experience required:

Financial services or Consultant background

Certifications in programming languages

SAS, SQL, Teradata or Python

Strong client facing & stakeholder management skills

If you feel you are an experienced Technical Specialist then waste no time in applying for this new role!

Currently recruiting for an Technical Specialist on behalf of an well known financial services organisation in Central Edinburgh.

This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about Data Analytics & also wants to be a part of an growing organisation.

Experience required:

Financial services or Consultant background

Certifications in programming languages

SAS, SQL, Teradata or Python

Strong client facing & stakeholder management skills

If you feel you are an experienced Technical Specialist then waste no time in applying for this new role!

Company Description

The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If you’re not sure who we are, you may be more familiar with us through our iconic brands; Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casino. We have most recently acquired Stride Gaming, which, together with our existing Digital business, forms Rank Interactive. We employ circa 8,000 people globally, with our UK office functions being located in Maidenhead (Head Office), Sheffield (Customer Solutions Hub), London (Digital) and a further office in Gibraltar, which is home to our existing Rank Digital function. We are evolving as a business and are adding some exciting new brands and concepts to our venues and digital offering. By joining an office-based or operational function with us, you’ll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, which works closely to support our Customer-facing teams.

Job Description

The Infrastructure Analyst role is required to ensure the safe and smooth running of Rank Group’s server and hosting equipment as part of their infrastructure team.

The role will provide support for the planning, installation, security, problem analysis and maintenance of the company's IT Infrastructure with particular attention to Server technologies including: Windows Server using HP Hardware and virtualisation technologies like VMware.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage server and hosting with Rank’s outsourced offshore partnership to implement system upgrades (hardware and software), system documentation, daily administration and problem resolution
• Ensure quality and standards are in line with industry best practice.
• Responsible for the management of Office 365 and Azure AD.
• Develop a good understanding of all technologies involved in the solutions.
• Work closely with senior members of our team, providing ad hoc support as and when required.
• Ensuring that agreed service standards are being met and instigate appropriate escalation procedures where they are not.
• Providing an escalation point for other members of the team and also the rest of IT.
• Liaising with other technical areas and suppliers in order to resolve issues.
• Oversee maintenance, performance and cost optimisation of servers and other infrastructure items.
• Provide technical support and advice to members of the development, test and support teams.
• Take responsibility for configuration management of the infrastructure environments.
• Investigate and work with developers and other technical resources to resolve issues.
• Work on multiple server and hosting workstreams.
• Strive for continual service improvement and the evolution of services to better prepare business units for future challenges.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

• 5 years technical experience in a commercial environment
• Strong Microsoft Server 2008, 2012, 2016 administration/configuration skills - MCSE/MCITP Certified preferred.
• Strong VMWare ESXi/VSphere 6.5 administration/configuration - VCP preferred.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP Networking, ADFS and Ping Federate SSO/SAML authentication
• Office 365, Azure AD and SCCM 2012/16.
• Experience of automating processes and using Scripting tools such as PowerShell
• Any experience of cloud governance and service transitions from on-premise to cloud would be advantageous.
• Strong capability in problem and incident management (P1 to P3) within the Team, keeping management and team members informed of progress through to full resolution
• Experience with HP Server technologies.
• Experience with SAN arrays and fabrics.
• Experience with Certificate Authorities and Certificate Services.

Additional Information

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates sense of passion and pride about own work. Positive attitude and adapts well to change. Inspires passion and excitement around shared goals, promoting environment of achievement.
• Ability to develop and deliver clear, concise communication and communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately.
• Ability to identify, influence and work collaboratively with internal Stakeholders and key external service providers.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking and planning ability, whilst being tactically responsive to changing needs.
• Confronts and works through tough issues, demonstrating perseverance and a sense of urgency.
• Has a passion for technology, keeps up to date of new technology and developments and understands the potential impact and value to the business.
• An ability and desire to learn new skills and technologies.
• Positive attitude can work with ambiguity and adapts well to change.

Company Description

The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If you’re not sure who we are, you may be more familiar with us through our iconic brands; Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casino. We have most recently acquired Stride Gaming, which, together with our existing Digital business, forms Rank Interactive. We employ circa 8,000 people globally, with our UK office functions being located in Maidenhead (Head Office), Sheffield (Customer Solutions Hub), London (Digital) and a further office in Gibraltar, which is home to our existing Rank Digital function. We are evolving as a business and are adding some exciting new brands and concepts to our venues and digital offering. By joining an office-based or operational function with us, you’ll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, which works closely to support our Customer-facing teams.

Job Description

The Infrastructure Analyst role is required to ensure the safe and smooth running of Rank Group’s server and hosting equipment as part of their infrastructure team.

The role will provide support for the planning, installation, security, problem analysis and maintenance of the company's IT Infrastructure with particular attention to Server technologies including: Windows Server using HP Hardware and virtualisation technologies like VMware.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage server and hosting with Rank’s outsourced offshore partnership to implement system upgrades (hardware and software), system documentation, daily administration and problem resolution
• Ensure quality and standards are in line with industry best practice.
• Responsible for the management of Office 365 and Azure AD.
• Develop a good understanding of all technologies involved in the solutions.
• Work closely with senior members of our team, providing ad hoc support as and when required.
• Ensuring that agreed service standards are being met and instigate appropriate escalation procedures where they are not.
• Providing an escalation point for other members of the team and also the rest of IT.
• Liaising with other technical areas and suppliers in order to resolve issues.
• Oversee maintenance, performance and cost optimisation of servers and other infrastructure items.
• Provide technical support and advice to members of the development, test and support teams.
• Take responsibility for configuration management of the infrastructure environments.
• Investigate and work with developers and other technical resources to resolve issues.
• Work on multiple server and hosting workstreams.
• Strive for continual service improvement and the evolution of services to better prepare business units for future challenges.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

• 5 years technical experience in a commercial environment
• Strong Microsoft Server 2008, 2012, 2016 administration/configuration skills - MCSE/MCITP Certified preferred.
• Strong VMWare ESXi/VSphere 6.5 administration/configuration - VCP preferred.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP Networking, ADFS and Ping Federate SSO/SAML authentication
• Office 365, Azure AD and SCCM 2012/16.
• Experience of automating processes and using Scripting tools such as PowerShell
• Any experience of cloud governance and service transitions from on-premise to cloud would be advantageous.
• Strong capability in problem and incident management (P1 to P3) within the Team, keeping management and team members informed of progress through to full resolution
• Experience with HP Server technologies.
• Experience with SAN arrays and fabrics.
• Experience with Certificate Authorities and Certificate Services.

Additional Information

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates sense of passion and pride about own work. Positive attitude and adapts well to change. Inspires passion and excitement around shared goals, promoting environment of achievement.
• Ability to develop and deliver clear, concise communication and communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately.
• Ability to identify, influence and work collaboratively with internal Stakeholders and key external service providers.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking and planning ability, whilst being tactically responsive to changing needs.
• Confronts and works through tough issues, demonstrating perseverance and a sense of urgency.
• Has a passion for technology, keeps up to date of new technology and developments and understands the potential impact and value to the business.
• An ability and desire to learn new skills and technologies.
• Positive attitude can work with ambiguity and adapts well to change.

We are looking for a dynamic and energetic Data Technology Manager within a fast-growing award-winning company dedicated to breathing new life into mobile technology. We recover mobile accessories, devices and IOT type product from our clients which are processed for reuse or recycling.

Your purpose as Data Technology Manager is to define, lead and implement the IT strategy for the Group, with focus on Cloud implementation & internal systems such as Sharepoint as well as ecommerce capabilities. The job holder will also be required to support the day-to-day operations of the Company’s IT functions including Helpdesk and ongoing end user security awareness efforts and participate in monthly ISO task lists to ensure the business is optimally prepared for annual recertifications.

This role will ensure the smooth running of the Genuine Solutions network, but also advises and implements those Data Technology functions which enables the Business to keep moving forward from an IT perspective whilst safeguarding from current threats and Business Continuity issues.

Currently there are approximately 85 people working in the Genuine Solutions Group Surbiton head office with between 85 and 130 helpdesk queries received each month plus multiple Projects happening that require Data Technology input or participation.

The major activities and accountabilities of this role will include:

· Cloud Strategy Implementation

· Management of Sharepoint and related Systems

· Provide 1st/ 2nd line desktop, network, telephone and server, business application support.

· Commit to department efforts around continuous improvement.

· Monthly patch management (Workstations and Servers)

· Accurately log all support calls in the appropriate Helpdesk tracking system (Currently SysAid)

· Ensure Change / Problem / Incident Management procedures are followed.

· Manage weekly vulnerability scanning processes and action recommendations where required.

· Ongoing server capacity management.

· Support remote access workers (RDS / Sonicwall remote VPN)

· Handle network and voice moves and changes including network patching and reprogramming of telephone system and also, assisting with the day to day management of external vendors for data, landlines and mobile cellular devices.

· Configuring and maintaining equipment including PCs, MAC OS, laptops, printers, tablets, iphones etc.

· Work on projects focused on co-ordinating system upgrades, helping identify ways to improve current systems and processes, and testing and evaluating new technologies.

· Help to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) of Group systems and information assets.

· Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly audit checks as outlined in the Sharepoint database.

· Assist with ongoing management of ISO27001:2013 including internal audits.

· Provide out of hours support when necessary.

· Proactive approach to security of IT systems ensuring all IT best practise policies and procedures are adhered to.

· Liaise with third party managed service providers. (All IaaS vendors)
· Actively contribute to long term strategic planning, design and implementation of new systems and technologies.

Essential

· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint Online (Document libraries and lists)

· Advanced Windows 10 OS troubleshooting ability

· Strong understanding and management of ITIL / ISO27001:2013 / GDPR frameworks

· Strong Microsoft Office knowledge including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

· Experience of on-premise to cloud infrastructure migrations (mostly Microsoft Azure)

· Advanced Administrator knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

· Advanced knowledge of Active Directory (Creating users and security groups, GPO)

· Experience managing domain names (A records, MX records, CNAMe, etc)

· Basic administration of Windows Servers 2012 R2 / 2016

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Remote Desktop administration (Home workers)

· Awareness of Cyber security threats - Trends

· Good TCP/IP Networking knowledge (Test connectivity between devices)

· Landline (IP telephony) support (Cloudcall & Microsoft Teams)

· Audio/Visual support (Meeting room video conferences)

· Printer support and administration (Including working with 3rd party MSP)

· Management of SSL certificates

· Good knowledge of IIS / Firewall (rules and policies)

· Basic network switch configuration

Desirable

· Basic knowledge of Microsoft Flow (Sharepoint workflow)

· Knowledge of AppCheck vulnerability scanning

· Management of Access control systems and CCTV cameras

· Basic MySQL and MS Access administration

· Knowledge of MAC OS

· Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365

· Back-up Solutions - Veeam Backup / Keepit (Office365)

· ITIL Foundation V3

· Cloud Solutions Architect type qualifications (Azure, AWS)

· MCP / MCSE

· ISO27001:2013 implementer / auditor

· CompTIA A+ / N+

We are looking for a dynamic and energetic Data Technology Manager within a fast-growing award-winning company dedicated to breathing new life into mobile technology. We recover mobile accessories, devices and IOT type product from our clients which are processed for reuse or recycling.

Your purpose as Data Technology Manager is to define, lead and implement the IT strategy for the Group, with focus on Cloud implementation & internal systems such as Sharepoint as well as ecommerce capabilities. The job holder will also be required to support the day-to-day operations of the Company’s IT functions including Helpdesk and ongoing end user security awareness efforts and participate in monthly ISO task lists to ensure the business is optimally prepared for annual recertifications.

This role will ensure the smooth running of the Genuine Solutions network, but also advises and implements those Data Technology functions which enables the Business to keep moving forward from an IT perspective whilst safeguarding from current threats and Business Continuity issues.

Currently there are approximately 85 people working in the Genuine Solutions Group Surbiton head office with between 85 and 130 helpdesk queries received each month plus multiple Projects happening that require Data Technology input or participation.

The major activities and accountabilities of this role will include:

· Cloud Strategy Implementation

· Management of Sharepoint and related Systems

· Provide 1st/ 2nd line desktop, network, telephone and server, business application support.

· Commit to department efforts around continuous improvement.

· Monthly patch management (Workstations and Servers)

· Accurately log all support calls in the appropriate Helpdesk tracking system (Currently SysAid)

· Ensure Change / Problem / Incident Management procedures are followed.

· Manage weekly vulnerability scanning processes and action recommendations where required.

· Ongoing server capacity management.

· Support remote access workers (RDS / Sonicwall remote VPN)

· Handle network and voice moves and changes including network patching and reprogramming of telephone system and also, assisting with the day to day management of external vendors for data, landlines and mobile cellular devices.

· Configuring and maintaining equipment including PCs, MAC OS, laptops, printers, tablets, iphones etc.

· Work on projects focused on co-ordinating system upgrades, helping identify ways to improve current systems and processes, and testing and evaluating new technologies.

· Help to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) of Group systems and information assets.

· Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly audit checks as outlined in the Sharepoint database.

· Assist with ongoing management of ISO27001:2013 including internal audits.

· Provide out of hours support when necessary.

· Proactive approach to security of IT systems ensuring all IT best practise policies and procedures are adhered to.

· Liaise with third party managed service providers. (All IaaS vendors)
· Actively contribute to long term strategic planning, design and implementation of new systems and technologies.

Essential

· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint Online (Document libraries and lists)

· Advanced Windows 10 OS troubleshooting ability

· Strong understanding and management of ITIL / ISO27001:2013 / GDPR frameworks

· Strong Microsoft Office knowledge including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

· Experience of on-premise to cloud infrastructure migrations (mostly Microsoft Azure)

· Advanced Administrator knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

· Advanced knowledge of Active Directory (Creating users and security groups, GPO)

· Experience managing domain names (A records, MX records, CNAMe, etc)

· Basic administration of Windows Servers 2012 R2 / 2016

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Remote Desktop administration (Home workers)

· Awareness of Cyber security threats - Trends

· Good TCP/IP Networking knowledge (Test connectivity between devices)

· Landline (IP telephony) support (Cloudcall & Microsoft Teams)

· Audio/Visual support (Meeting room video conferences)

· Printer support and administration (Including working with 3rd party MSP)

· Management of SSL certificates

· Good knowledge of IIS / Firewall (rules and policies)

· Basic network switch configuration

Desirable

· Basic knowledge of Microsoft Flow (Sharepoint workflow)

· Knowledge of AppCheck vulnerability scanning

· Management of Access control systems and CCTV cameras

· Basic MySQL and MS Access administration

· Knowledge of MAC OS

· Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365

· Back-up Solutions - Veeam Backup / Keepit (Office365)

· ITIL Foundation V3

· Cloud Solutions Architect type qualifications (Azure, AWS)

· MCP / MCSE

· ISO27001:2013 implementer / auditor

· CompTIA A+ / N+

Company Description

The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If you’re not sure who we are, you may be more familiar with us through our iconic brands; Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casino. We have most recently acquired Stride Gaming, which, together with our existing Digital business, forms Rank Interactive. We employ circa 8,000 people globally, with our UK office functions being located in Maidenhead (Head Office), Sheffield (Customer Solutions Hub), London (Digital) and a further office in Gibraltar, which is home to our existing Rank Digital function. We are evolving as a business and are adding some exciting new brands and concepts to our venues and digital offering. By joining an office-based or operational function with us, you’ll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, which works closely to support our Customer-facing teams.

Job Description

As a Data Modeler within our Data and Analytics function, you will play a pivotal role in technically delivering our data and analytical product alongside a talented multi-disciplinary team comprising of business and data analysts, ELT developers, customer insight teams, data scientists and BI developers. You will be passionate about working with data and ensuring we build products that exposes the value of that data.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Transforming complex business structures, processes and activities into technical solutions
• Build out our data lake and transform our data into usable data views e.g. Target Data Model with a Single Customer view of the customer.
• Design, build and support scalable, high performance data applications, repositories and data governance related applications
• Contribute to the definition of data architecture standards and establish best practices for data management (including the handling of Personally Data)
• Design and implement logical and physical data models across platforms
• Manage equivalent, separate data sets across different development and staging environments as part of our release process
• Seek out opportunities to propose new concepts and ideas in 'Big Data’ and expand existing platforms or leverage new technologies to meet more complex business needs
• Help mentoring the more junior developers and analysts in data product development

Qualifications

• Degree qualified
• Proven project experience in modelling and evolving complex data structures
• Solid understanding of data warehousing principles, concepts and best practices (e.g. ODS, Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, Kimball, Zachmann, TOGAF)
• Solid experience of documentation ( Design documentation and Source to Target Mappings)
• Strong SQL/ T-SQL / SSIS and data profiling skills
• Previously worked on a "Big Data platform", enabling non-technical users to gain insight into key business metrics
• Hands on experience with modern "Big Data" systems (e.g. Azure Data Warehouse, Azure Analysis Services, Azure Data Factory. Snowflake is a bonus)
• Excellent knowledge of data formats including JSON, XML, CSV etc.
• Familiarity with a traditional BI application such as Power BI,
• Hands-on ELT experience using tools like WhereScape Red, WhereScape 3D
• Experience working with both modern compiled and dynamic / scripting languages: e.g. Python, R
• Strong problem solving and analytic skills
• Comfortable working in a fast paced dynamic environment with a certain degree of uncertainty
• Master Data Management and Data Governance experience.

Additional Information

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates sense of passion and pride about own work. Positive attitude and adapts well to change. Inspires passion and excitement around shared goals, promoting environment of achievement.
• Demonstrates the ability to motivate and influence teams and individuals with whom there is no direct or indirect management responsibility
• Able to articulate a compelling vision, and effectively manages self / others through ambiguity.
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communications skills
• Proven ability to evaluate business specifications, design in detail all data solutions necessary and provide technical guidance to other members of a project team
• Experience of working effectively with both business and technical stakeholders

Company Description

The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If you’re not sure who we are, you may be more familiar with us through our iconic brands; Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casino. We have most recently acquired Stride Gaming, which, together with our existing Digital business, forms Rank Interactive. We employ circa 8,000 people globally, with our UK office functions being located in Maidenhead (Head Office), Sheffield (Customer Solutions Hub), London (Digital) and a further office in Gibraltar, which is home to our existing Rank Digital function. We are evolving as a business and are adding some exciting new brands and concepts to our venues and digital offering. By joining an office-based or operational function with us, you’ll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, which works closely to support our Customer-facing teams.

Job Description

As a Data Modeler within our Data and Analytics function, you will play a pivotal role in technically delivering our data and analytical product alongside a talented multi-disciplinary team comprising of business and data analysts, ELT developers, customer insight teams, data scientists and BI developers. You will be passionate about working with data and ensuring we build products that exposes the value of that data.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Transforming complex business structures, processes and activities into technical solutions
• Build out our data lake and transform our data into usable data views e.g. Target Data Model with a Single Customer view of the customer.
• Design, build and support scalable, high performance data applications, repositories and data governance related applications
• Contribute to the definition of data architecture standards and establish best practices for data management (including the handling of Personally Data)
• Design and implement logical and physical data models across platforms
• Manage equivalent, separate data sets across different development and staging environments as part of our release process
• Seek out opportunities to propose new concepts and ideas in 'Big Data’ and expand existing platforms or leverage new technologies to meet more complex business needs
• Help mentoring the more junior developers and analysts in data product development

Qualifications

• Degree qualified
• Proven project experience in modelling and evolving complex data structures
• Solid understanding of data warehousing principles, concepts and best practices (e.g. ODS, Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, Kimball, Zachmann, TOGAF)
• Solid experience of documentation ( Design documentation and Source to Target Mappings)
• Strong SQL/ T-SQL / SSIS and data profiling skills
• Previously worked on a "Big Data platform", enabling non-technical users to gain insight into key business metrics
• Hands on experience with modern "Big Data" systems (e.g. Azure Data Warehouse, Azure Analysis Services, Azure Data Factory. Snowflake is a bonus)
• Excellent knowledge of data formats including JSON, XML, CSV etc.
• Familiarity with a traditional BI application such as Power BI,
• Hands-on ELT experience using tools like WhereScape Red, WhereScape 3D
• Experience working with both modern compiled and dynamic / scripting languages: e.g. Python, R
• Strong problem solving and analytic skills
• Comfortable working in a fast paced dynamic environment with a certain degree of uncertainty
• Master Data Management and Data Governance experience.

Additional Information

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates sense of passion and pride about own work. Positive attitude and adapts well to change. Inspires passion and excitement around shared goals, promoting environment of achievement.
• Demonstrates the ability to motivate and influence teams and individuals with whom there is no direct or indirect management responsibility
• Able to articulate a compelling vision, and effectively manages self / others through ambiguity.
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communications skills
• Proven ability to evaluate business specifications, design in detail all data solutions necessary and provide technical guidance to other members of a project team
• Experience of working effectively with both business and technical stakeholders