£700 a day, contract, solutions architect, central Brighton, The Pensions Regulator

Your new company

The Pensions Regulator are a leading employer based in the heart of Brighton.

Please note that the job is in-scope of IR35 legislation and the day rate is subject to personal tax and N.I. deductions at source. The successful candidate will be paid through Hays via a BACS weekly PAYE online one week in arrears every Friday.

Your new role

TPR need a solutions architect to help out with a number of projects, these include;

• Explore business problems and develop end to end IT solutions to achieve TPR (ToM) business objectives
• Work with stakeholders to define the overall IT Solutions Architecture, which includes using a more data driven approach aligned to the TPR corporate strategy and Business, Data and Enterprise Architectures.
• Contribute towards the development and implementation of TPR's IT and Data strategy using "Cloud First".
• Continuously improve architecture methodologies, processes and standards including 'best practice', standards and policies pertaining to TPR's solutions and their architecture and development
• Interface with Change & IT SMEs plus 3rd Party Suppliers

What you'll need to succeed

Two of the main projects include the migration of on-prem infrastructure to Azure and the implementation of Dynamics 365. Experience of these two solutions and Microsoft technologies as a whole would be very useful. Full details are;

• Specialist knowledge of IT Solutions Architecture models, technology and data management together with SDLC development methodologies and IT processes (Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Broad knowledge of modern architecture patterns e.g., microservices, data platform, their suitability, complexities and alternatives as well as Web, Cloud and Database principles and architectures and specifically Microsoft technologies, including Azure, SharePoint, Dynamics 365 CRM, .Net, Sitecore, Logic Apps, Power Apps, Power Automation (Flow), SQL Server and Enterprise Architecture plus BI/MI experience, ESB/ETL, Data and Cyber Security and SaaS, PaaS plus IaaS.
• Previous experience of developing, documenting and communicating pragmatic, business centric solutions to solve critical business challenges.
• Previous experience of defining architectural direction and architecture and harnessing innovation for business benefit.
• Capability to expand single site IT service designs into a multi-site solution (infrastructure / networks / application)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure Stack relating to IT Technical Architecture models, Web and Cloud technology, DevOps, Software Development (SDLC), and data management methodologies plus IT processes (Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Knowledge in relation to all new and/or major Microsoft Cloud technologies in support of projects authorised through IT governance.
• Good comprehension of regulations governing IT, e.g. Data Protection, GDPR, Pensions Act
• Experience in architecting, designing and managing continuous delivery system and methodologies on Azure.
• Assist with delivering end-to-end software lifecycle improvements, using agile delivery methods and multi-disciplinary teams

What you'll get in return

The chance work for the company during a period of large-scale change and to work with some exciting technologies. An initial 3 month contract, paying £700 a day. A fantastic location, a few minutes walk from the station.

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

£700 a day, contract, solutions architect, central Brighton, The Pensions Regulator

Your new company

The Pensions Regulator are a leading employer based in the heart of Brighton.

Please note that the job is in-scope of IR35 legislation and the day rate is subject to personal tax and N.I. deductions at source. The successful candidate will be paid through Hays via a BACS weekly PAYE online one week in arrears every Friday.

Your new role

TPR need a solutions architect to help out with a number of projects, these include;

• Explore business problems and develop end to end IT solutions to achieve TPR (ToM) business objectives
• Work with stakeholders to define the overall IT Solutions Architecture, which includes using a more data driven approach aligned to the TPR corporate strategy and Business, Data and Enterprise Architectures.
• Contribute towards the development and implementation of TPR's IT and Data strategy using "Cloud First".
• Continuously improve architecture methodologies, processes and standards including 'best practice', standards and policies pertaining to TPR's solutions and their architecture and development
• Interface with Change & IT SMEs plus 3rd Party Suppliers

What you'll need to succeed

Two of the main projects include the migration of on-prem infrastructure to Azure and the implementation of Dynamics 365. Experience of these two solutions and Microsoft technologies as a whole would be very useful. Full details are;

• Specialist knowledge of IT Solutions Architecture models, technology and data management together with SDLC development methodologies and IT processes (Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Broad knowledge of modern architecture patterns e.g., microservices, data platform, their suitability, complexities and alternatives as well as Web, Cloud and Database principles and architectures and specifically Microsoft technologies, including Azure, SharePoint, Dynamics 365 CRM, .Net, Sitecore, Logic Apps, Power Apps, Power Automation (Flow), SQL Server and Enterprise Architecture plus BI/MI experience, ESB/ETL, Data and Cyber Security and SaaS, PaaS plus IaaS.
• Previous experience of developing, documenting and communicating pragmatic, business centric solutions to solve critical business challenges.
• Previous experience of defining architectural direction and architecture and harnessing innovation for business benefit.
• Capability to expand single site IT service designs into a multi-site solution (infrastructure / networks / application)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure Stack relating to IT Technical Architecture models, Web and Cloud technology, DevOps, Software Development (SDLC), and data management methodologies plus IT processes (Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Knowledge in relation to all new and/or major Microsoft Cloud technologies in support of projects authorised through IT governance.
• Good comprehension of regulations governing IT, e.g. Data Protection, GDPR, Pensions Act
• Experience in architecting, designing and managing continuous delivery system and methodologies on Azure.
• Assist with delivering end-to-end software lifecycle improvements, using agile delivery methods and multi-disciplinary teams

What you'll get in return

The chance work for the company during a period of large-scale change and to work with some exciting technologies. An initial 3 month contract, paying £700 a day. A fantastic location, a few minutes walk from the station.

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

Parity Group are delighted to be engaged with a well-known progressive organisation on a large project and as a result have the need for a Software Engineer to join their team based in Newport on a 3 months contract.

Service Requirement:

Support and further enhancement and development of the organisation in-house applications, utilising the Java and Oracle technical stack. In particular, this post will be working on a project to replace the statistical processing currently carried out by SAS in the CORD application with new functions developed in R.

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising the Java technology stack.
• Demonstrable experience of application support and development utilising relational databases, ideally Oracle RDBMS.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising the Java technology stack.
• Extensive knowledge of object-oriented design patterns and Java industry standard approaches.
• Demonstrable experience of application support and development utilising relational databases, ideally Oracle RDBMS.
• Demonstrable experience of implementation of Kafka and messaging systems
• Demonstrable experience of development best practice in relation to code quality analysis, unit and automated testing and continuous integration
• Evidence of good communication skills, in person and in writing, and a willingness to share their skills and experience with the in-house support team.
• Evidence of an ability to participate effectively in a team environment and be able to work independently on their own initiative.

Desirable:

• Experience of software development and support utilising Agile techniques and principles.
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising python or R
• Experience with one or more of the following tools/technologies: Eclipse IDE, Oracle SQL Developer, Toad, Ant, Maven, Jenkins, Sonar, Spring, Struts, WebLogic, Git, Jira, Confluence.

If this sounds like the right role for you then wait no longer and apply immediately with your CV or give Kishia Odiaka a call for a brief discussion and immediate consideration.

Parity - Better Decisions : Better People

Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services.

We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position

At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Parity Group are delighted to be engaged with a well-known progressive organisation on a large project and as a result have the need for a Software Engineer to join their team based in Newport on a 3 months contract.

Service Requirement:

Support and further enhancement and development of the organisation in-house applications, utilising the Java and Oracle technical stack. In particular, this post will be working on a project to replace the statistical processing currently carried out by SAS in the CORD application with new functions developed in R.

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising the Java technology stack.
• Demonstrable experience of application support and development utilising relational databases, ideally Oracle RDBMS.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising the Java technology stack.
• Extensive knowledge of object-oriented design patterns and Java industry standard approaches.
• Demonstrable experience of application support and development utilising relational databases, ideally Oracle RDBMS.
• Demonstrable experience of implementation of Kafka and messaging systems
• Demonstrable experience of development best practice in relation to code quality analysis, unit and automated testing and continuous integration
• Evidence of good communication skills, in person and in writing, and a willingness to share their skills and experience with the in-house support team.
• Evidence of an ability to participate effectively in a team environment and be able to work independently on their own initiative.

Desirable:

• Experience of software development and support utilising Agile techniques and principles.
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrable experience of software development and support utilising python or R
• Experience with one or more of the following tools/technologies: Eclipse IDE, Oracle SQL Developer, Toad, Ant, Maven, Jenkins, Sonar, Spring, Struts, WebLogic, Git, Jira, Confluence.

If this sounds like the right role for you then wait no longer and apply immediately with your CV or give Kishia Odiaka a call for a brief discussion and immediate consideration.

Parity - Better Decisions : Better People

Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services.

We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position

At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

A Security Cleared Business Change Manager with experience of delivering large scale IT programmes is required for a 12 month contract in central London.

You will be working for a large Government organisation and will be supporting the delivery of a number of capital projects aimed to directly benefit the operational ability of the organisation

Please note, this role also falls Inside Scope and therefore, the day rates are based on working through an Umbrella company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning and execution of business change activities in support of the IT Transformation project
• Contribute to the management of stakeholders and communication plans
• Identify and produce a Stakeholder List for each release, both internal and external
• Produce and maintain an Engagement plan for each project release
• Draft the Business Communication and oversee the sign off and distribution process
• Work closely with the Product Owner in identification and engagement of Change Champions across the business
• Undertake a Change Impact Assessment for each release
• Maintain the relationship of the Change Champions with regular user meetings
• Work with the Training Leads and Product Owner in the production of Training Needs Analysis, development of training materials and an appropriate training Schedule
• Responsible for the Business Change plan and ensuring that all activity is addressed
• Work closely with the Project Team to understand the deployment approach and ensure it is agreeable to stakeholders
• Ensures that any risks or issues to the successful business deployment are appropriately raised and addressed

Essential Requirements:

• Familiar and experienced with a range of Training and Communication products including: Training Needs Analysis, Training Design and approach, Training Delivery Schedules etc.
• Able to interpret, distil and communicate complex information and data
• Previous experience of large scale IT programme delivery
• Previous experience of working in an Agile environment

Security Clearance:

Please note, you must hold current and valid Security Clearance for this role in order to undergo a further "Enhanced SC" Clearance check.

You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years out of the past 5 years in order to provide the footprint required to do this. This is a national requirement for any applicant to UK roles that require SC clearance.

The SC+ security clearance process can take 3-4 months, and sometimes longer, from the date of the submission of accurately completed security forms depending on the level of security clearance already held and the vetting history of the individual.

A Security Cleared Business Change Manager with experience of delivering large scale IT programmes is required for a 12 month contract in central London.

You will be working for a large Government organisation and will be supporting the delivery of a number of capital projects aimed to directly benefit the operational ability of the organisation

Please note, this role also falls Inside Scope and therefore, the day rates are based on working through an Umbrella company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning and execution of business change activities in support of the IT Transformation project
• Contribute to the management of stakeholders and communication plans
• Identify and produce a Stakeholder List for each release, both internal and external
• Produce and maintain an Engagement plan for each project release
• Draft the Business Communication and oversee the sign off and distribution process
• Work closely with the Product Owner in identification and engagement of Change Champions across the business
• Undertake a Change Impact Assessment for each release
• Maintain the relationship of the Change Champions with regular user meetings
• Work with the Training Leads and Product Owner in the production of Training Needs Analysis, development of training materials and an appropriate training Schedule
• Responsible for the Business Change plan and ensuring that all activity is addressed
• Work closely with the Project Team to understand the deployment approach and ensure it is agreeable to stakeholders
• Ensures that any risks or issues to the successful business deployment are appropriately raised and addressed

Essential Requirements:

• Familiar and experienced with a range of Training and Communication products including: Training Needs Analysis, Training Design and approach, Training Delivery Schedules etc.
• Able to interpret, distil and communicate complex information and data
• Previous experience of large scale IT programme delivery
• Previous experience of working in an Agile environment

Security Clearance:

Please note, you must hold current and valid Security Clearance for this role in order to undergo a further "Enhanced SC" Clearance check.

You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years out of the past 5 years in order to provide the footprint required to do this. This is a national requirement for any applicant to UK roles that require SC clearance.

The SC+ security clearance process can take 3-4 months, and sometimes longer, from the date of the submission of accurately completed security forms depending on the level of security clearance already held and the vetting history of the individual.

• Expert knowledge in JavaScript
• Extensive experience with React Native, Redux, Redux-Sagas, Java, Node
• Previous experience managing other developers
• Experience working alongside UX / UI designers and working as a sole developer.

• Expert knowledge in JavaScript
• Extensive experience with React Native, Redux, Redux-Sagas, Java, Node
• Previous experience managing other developers
• Experience working alongside UX / UI designers and working as a sole developer.