Job Title: UK Payments SME - Banking Location: London or Edinburgh (hybrid) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day inside IR35 Start Date: 2-3 weeks Job Type: Initial contract until 01.07.2027 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled UK Payments SME to join their banking client in either London or Edinburgh on a hybrid basis. A UK Payments specialist team will be established to define the business requirements for the 3 UK payment schemes required by a strategically important American tier 1 bank to establish their UK branch through the sponsored/indirect participant model. Faster Payments CHAPS BACS Some knowledge of SWIFT may also be useful. Job Responsibilities/Objectives The team will have a core of three Subject Matter Experts with deep practical experience of the UK payment rails, their configuration, delivery and operational...

Infrastructure Engineer Contract till April £550 - £600/Day Inside IR35 Mainly Remote/ Cardiff Clearance: SC We are seeking a Infrastructure Engineer our Government client based in Cardiff. This role can be worked mainly remotely but will be expected to come to business every quarter. The Infrastructure Engineer role will be an initial contract until 02/04 paying between £550 - £600/Day Inside IR35. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Clearance: SC Role Profile: You will be responsible for delivering and maintaining secure, resilient infrastructure and platform services You will champion security best practices, ensuring that systems are designed, configured, and operated to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organisational data and services Taking a user, service, and risk-focused approach, you will drive continuous...

ERP Transformation Communications & Engagement Lead Hybrid must be able to attend site (Dorchester DT1 1XJ) Must have Local Government and Oracle Fusion experience. 600 a day Ongoing assignment (18 months) Outside IR35 About Connect2Dorset Connect2Dorset is the managed service recruitment partner to Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities across the organisation. Built on values of being ethical, trustworthy, and caring, our profits are reinvested back into our Local Authority shareholders. Role purpose To lead the communications and stakeholder engagement workstream for the Council's ERP transformation - the migration from SAP to Oracle Fusion Cloud across Finance, HCM, Payroll and Commissioning & Procurement. The role holder develops and executes the end-to-end communications and engagement strategy that carries every stakeholder group, from executive leadership and elected members through to...

AI Product Manager / Lead AI Product Manager / Head of Product / Senior AI Product Manager Conversational AI experience will be massively advantageous £650 - £750 p/d - Umbrella engagement - 5 month initial contract - 1 day per week on site in Bristol FinTech or Financial Services is essential for this requirement Overview: We're looking for an experienced a AI Product Lead / Senior Product manager with strong AI exposure to lead the development and delivery of customer-facing AI products across voice and digital channels. You'll shape product vision, strategy, roadmap and performance, working with cross-functional teams and external AI partners to create intelligent experiences that improve customer outcomes, automate interactions and deliver measurable commercial value. You'll take products from discovery and experimentation through to delivery and optimisation, using customer research, data, rapid prototyping and feedback loops to validate...

Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect - Modern Architecture £650 - £750 p/d - IR35 TBC - 6 Month initial contract but likely to be extended Overview: We're looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join a major technology modernisation programme, helping transition a complex technology estate away from legacy platforms towards a modern, cloud-native, domain-oriented and event-driven architecture. This is a highly delivery-focused architecture role. You'll work closely with engineering teams to define solutions, validate architectural approaches and ensure they can be successfully implemented within a production environment. What you'll be doing Designing API-first architectures and integration patterns Exploring and implementing event streaming and messaging technologies , including Kafka Designing and delivering cloud-native solutions within AWS Defining microservices and distributed system architectures Designing...

Job Title: Data Analyst Location: Halifax / Leeds / Hybrid Contract Type: 6 months contract Our client, a leading organisation in the banking sector, is seeking a talented and motivated Data Analyst to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of one of the most significant data transformation programmes in UK financial services. The role is designed for individuals who are eager to make a meaningful impact by transforming complex business needs into trusted data solutions. Key Responsibilities: Transform and Analyse: Dive deep into customer journeys, data lineage, and end-to-end data flows to uncover valuable insights that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate: Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, and data engineers to translate business needs into clear and actionable requirements. Investigate Data Lineage: Trace critical data from its source to consumption, identifying dependencies...

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and manage commissioning activities with a strong focus on EC&I systems. Coordinate Electrical, Controls, Instrumentation, Mechanical and Process commissioning teams. Manage pre-commissioning, energisation, cold/hot commissioning and functional testing. Oversee commissioning of HV/LV systems, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, motors and drives. Lead instrumentation, calibration, loop checking, I/O, interlock and cause & effect testing. Coordinate PLC/DCS/SCADA commissioning and integration with plant systems. Manage commissioning documentation, test packs, punch lists and system handover. Liaise with EPC, client, vendors and subcontractors to ensure safe, timely and compliant commissioning. Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commissioning Manager position: Scotland 600 to 650 per day outside IR35 Immediate start date 9 months Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to...

Engineering Configuration Manager - Major Aerospace client! Location : Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Contract Type: 6 Months+ Day Rate: 450- 550 Per Day Umbrella (open to discussions for exceptional candidates) Security Clearance : Must hold or eligible for SC Security Clearance Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence and Aerospace sector, is seeking an experienced Engineering Configuration Manager to join their team in Buckinghamshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that are at the forefront of technology and national security. Key Responsibilities: As an Engineering Configuration Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for: Developing and implementing configuration management plans and processes. Ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practises. Coordinating configuration management activities across various engineering teams. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date configuration...

Chief Officer for Legal and Governance Rugby Contract £681.58 per day PAYE or £950 per day paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Chief Officer for Legal and Governance 2 -3days on site As well as contributing to the corporate management of the Council, the purpose of the job is to take the lead role in ensuring the managed services are available to deliver the Corporate Strategy in a way which meets both customer needs and value for money criteria and also thought compliant means. This post is the Council s Monitoring Officer and responsible for designing and upholding high standards of corporate governance. To introduce and embed a governance operating model and work across all service areas to ensure the Leadership Team have oversight of all its governance responsibilities. To be the lead officer for Equality and Diversity and continually drive improvement. Provide positive and dynamic...

Job Title: eFront Senior Business Analyst / Consultant Location: London (hybrid - 3 days in office per week) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day outside IR35 Start Date: October Job Type: Initial 9 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled eFront Business Analyst / Senior Consultant to support a private equity client in London. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Managing day-to-day eFront BAU activities, including reporting, data queries and issue resolution. Supporting private equity fund operations and fund administration processes. Delivering data migration activities, including troubleshooting uploads and data quality issues. Supporting outsourcing transitions from internal fund administration to external providers. Working closely with business, technology and third-party stakeholders to resolve issues and deliver...

Job Title : Private Secretary - SC Location: Hybrid / Nationwide (2 days/ week on site at the closest hub) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £650/day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC This organisation is delivering large-scale digital transformation, strengthening cyber resilience, improving delivery planning and driving greater value from technology-enabled services. Operating in a high-profile environment, its digital services support critical business outcomes and are subject to significant stakeholder scrutiny. As a Private Secretary: Technical Lead, you will support senior leadership and work close to strategic decision-making, coordinating priorities, managing complex stakeholder relationships, producing high-quality briefings, tracking delivery, and applying sound judgement in a fast-paced environment. Success requires initiative, excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and confidence working across technical,...

I am supporting a business currently undergoing an Oracle Fusion programme. Following go-live, a number of challenges have been identified across the Order-to-Cash (O2C) workstream, spanning process, communication, controls and technology. As a result, they are seeking an experienced Interim O2C SME to assess the current landscape, identify root causes and drive process improvement initiatives across the end-to-end O2C cycle. Key Responsibilities: Review and assess existing Order-to-Cash processes, identifying process gaps, control weaknesses and operational inefficiencies Support the stabilisation and optimisation of Oracle Fusion across the O2C workstream Work closely with operational teams to understand system, process and communication challenges impacting day-to-day performance Lead continuous improvement initiatives across order management, billing, invoicing, collections, cash allocation and dispute management Drive standardisation of processes, controls and...

Great opportunity to work with this leading international Consulting Engineers who are looking to bring on board a driven and experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Outside IR35, to be an active part of a specialist design team consultancy to work on a variety of Hyper scale Data Centre projects. Key Responsibilities:- Create electrical design drawings and specs for Data Centre Projects. Ensure designs meet all standards and regulations. Support sustainable design and use of innovative tech Work closely with colleagues, clients, architects, and contractors Manage project deadlines, budgets, and deliverables. About you: You should hold Degree (or historic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related field.- Should have extensive experience in Mission Critical design and building services design, specifically on data centres.- Sound knowledge of British Standards and building regulations.- Strong communication skills.-. Your expert recruitment consultant is...

Senior Frontend Developer (React Native) 6 Month contract 40 hours per week Inside IR35 Hybrid 1 office day London Farringdon office address: 47-53 Charterhouse St, London, EC1M 6PB About the Role We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Frontend Engineer to join a fast-paced and innovative engineering environment, helping to build and scale next-generation digital products and customer experiences. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-impact applications used by both customers and internal stakeholders, while influencing technical strategy and engineering best practices. As a senior member of the engineering team, you will take ownership of critical frontend systems, mentor engineers across multiple levels, and drive technical decisions that balance business value with long-term maintainability. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of complex frontend projects, translating ambiguous requirements into clear technical...

MEP Design Manager (Lifts & Escalators) West London Hybrid Working 550 - 650 per day Inside IR35 Contract until 2028 We are recruiting for an experienced MEP Design Manager with a strong background in Lifts & Escalators to join a major infrastructure project in London. Working closely with the MEP Package Manager, you will take ownership of lift and escalator design packages, driving them through design reviews, approvals, certification and final delivery. You will manage key suppliers, resolve technical issues and ensure full design compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Requirements: Experience managing Lift & Escalator design packages MEP Design Management background Major infrastructure, rail, transport or complex construction project experience Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills Experience working with suppliers Proactive approach with the ability to deliver packages through to completion CSCS White or Black Card...

Senior Flutter Engineer Full-time Inside IR35 Hybrid 1 office day London Farringdon office address: 47-53 Charterhouse St, London, EC1M 6PB Join a dynamic energy provider dedicated to sustainable solutions in the UK. We are seeking an experienced Senior Flutter Engineer to join a fast-paced development team delivering high-quality mobile applications. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining cross-platform applications using Flutter, while contributing to architecture decisions, code quality, and engineering best practices. Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London. It is a full-time role, 37 hours per week. If this role feels right, send us your CV. Accountabilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable Flutter applications for iOS and Android. Collaborate with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and Backend...

Role: Senior Project Cintrols Engineer Position: Contract Location: Somerset Innovation Park, Bridgwater, Somerset (J23 M5) Days on Site: 3 Duration: approx until 31st Dec 2027 Pay: up to 560 PAYE - 760 Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview EDF are leading the UK's Nuclear New Build Programme constructing a nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C, Somerset and Sizewell C, Suffolk. Working within a key aspect of an Integrated Project Controls team, our team aims to act as a centre of excellence for project controls implementation. We are the intelligent owners of the single source of delivery performance information, operating as an integrated enabler for the successful delivery of the HPC project. We work as part of a matrix organisation supporting one of the following programmes/areas within the project: Central, Site, Engineering, MEH, Nuclear Island (NI), Conventional Island and Balance of Plant, Instrumentation and Controls, and Commissioning. The role of...

Product Owner (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bristol Harbourside or Edinburgh (2 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate or Salary is available for suitable candidates Role Profile Our client, a prominent organisation within the banking sector, is seeking a highly skilled Product Owner to spearhead initiatives aimed at enhancing customer journeys through the integration of automation and artificial intelligence. This role is pivotal in articulating the product value, driving business outcomes, and ensuring the successful delivery of technology solutions that align with the organisation's strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage journey outcomes, ensuring a focus beyond mere backlog maintenance. Drive discovery processes to challenge and improve existing workflows and methodologies. Prioritise product features using Objectives and Key Results...

Astute's Power and Energy Team is partnering with a major construction project to recruit a Quality manager for its Bridgwater, Somerset site. The Quality manager role comes with a competitive day rate an initial 6 month contract with potential extension and is outside IR35. If you're an experienced electrical QA/QC professional looking to take ownership of quality on a major battery manufacturing project, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Quality manager role Reporting to the Project manager you will: Manage and oversee electrical quality activities across the project. Develop, review and implement Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Carry out site inspections and monitor electrical installation quality. Identify, manage and close out NCRs, defects and snags. Work closely with electrical subcontractors and the wider project team. Review testing, inspection and certification documentation. Support commissioning,...

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Project Manager to join a growing project delivery team at the start of the construction of one of the largest hyper scale data centre schemes in the UK - A 140 MW scheme! With the project at an early stage this is agreat time to join and work on a five plus year scheme This role will take responsibility for the operational delivery of the electrical packages from pre-construction/ Scope/ Procurement/ validation of subcontractors and ultimately to commissioning and handover. The successful candidate will have experience delivering complex building services installations and coordinating multidisciplinary teams on fast-paced projects and importantly experience in handling as a single discipline electrical project values of 30 + million within a project cost This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Electrical Project Manager looking to work on large-scale mission critical projects. Key Responsibilities Manage...