Mid/Senior Business Analyst

I’m working with an innovative, high-growth SaaS company that’s transforming the way professionals interact with complex workflows. Backed by leading investors, this forward-thinking organization is redefining productivity tools, gaining the trust of some of the most recognized names in its sector. With a collaborative, mission-driven culture, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a platform that simplifies and streamlines processes for users across the globe.

The Role:

As a Business Analyst, you’ll play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between ambitious business objectives and advanced technology solutions. You’ll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, UX/UI designers, and development teams to define and deliver impactful features that meet user needs. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your input will directly influence product success.

Responsibilities Include:

* Gathering and analysing business requirements from a variety of stakeholders.

* Creating detailed functional specifications, user stories, and process workflows.

* Conducting market research and competitive analysis to inform product strategy.

* Collaborating with UX/UI designers to design intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.

* Partnering with development teams to ensure accurate implementation of requirements.

* Supporting testing and quality assurance to maintain high standards.

* Facilitating workshops and meetings to elicit and clarify requirements.

* Assisting with backlog refinement, sprint planning, and the continuous improvement of business analysis practices.

What They’re Looking For:

* 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, ideally within SaaS or a related industry.

* Proven expertise in gathering, documenting, and managing complex requirements.

* Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the software development life cycle.

* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on detail.

* Familiarity with legal processes and terminology (a significant plus).

* Proficiency in requirements management tools and diagramming software.

* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

What’s In It For You:

* Be part of a high-growth SaaS company driving meaningful innovation.

* Competitive salary up to £80,000 (DOE).

* Hybrid working arrangements, with a central London office.

* 25 days of annual leave, plus UK bank holidays.

* Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits.

* A transparent and collaborative culture that values professional development.

Next Steps:

If you’re excited about joining a fast-paced SaaS company and using your expertise to deliver impactful solutions, send your CV to Adam or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity!

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.NET Developer

I’m working with an innovative, high-growth startup that’s redefining productivity tools for professionals across the globe. Backed by industry-leading investors, this Series A company has gained the trust of some of the most recognised names in its field. The team’s mission? To empower professionals by developing products that streamline complex tasks, reduce repetitive work, and ultimately boost productivity. In this collaborative and mission-driven environment, your contributions will shape products that make a tangible difference in users’ daily workflows.

The Role:

As a .NET Developer, you’ll play a critical role in building, maintaining, and enhancing the company’s core productivity tools. Working at the intersection of advanced .NET technology and productivity applications like Microsoft Office, you’ll develop intuitive, robust, and scalable solutions that help professionals work smarter, not harder. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing team where innovation and creativity are encouraged at every stage.

Responsibilities Include:

– Building and supporting Microsoft Office integrations, focusing on both front-end and back-end components to deliver a seamless user experience.

– Collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate project requirements into impactful technical solutions.

– Optimising application performance with a focus on responsiveness, memory management, and security.

– Conducting unit and integration tests to ensure high software quality and reliability.

– Debugging and troubleshooting to maintain exceptional standards of functionality and user satisfaction.

– Contributing to UI/UX improvements, creating intuitive, user-friendly designs.

What They’re Looking For:

– Strong .NET development skills with expertise in C# and WPF, ideally within high-growth or fast-paced environments.

– Experience in developing integrations for Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word or VSTO add-ins.

– Proven proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and testing practices.

– Startup experience preferred; they value adaptability, creativity, and hands-on collaboration.

– Passion for building productivity-enhancing tools with a user-centred approach.

What’s In It For You:

– Be part of a rapidly growing startup with a clear mission to enhance productivity through technology.

– Competitive salary up to £100,000 (DOE).

– Flexible hybrid working arrangements with a central London office.

– 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.

– Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits.

– A collaborative, forward-thinking environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to make an impact in a high-growth, mission-driven company, send your CV to Adam or get in touch to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

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Senior UX Designer

I’m working with a forward-thinking, high-growth company that’s redefining productivity software through cutting-edge AI and machine learning. Backed by industry-leading investors, this Series A startup is transforming how professionals interact with complex data by developing tools that simplify and elevate workflows. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values creativity, adaptability, and innovation. Here, you’ll help shape AI-driven user experiences that make a real impact.

The Role:

As a Senior UX Designer, you’ll lead the creation of intuitive, ML-powered user experiences, bringing advanced AI functionality to life. Collaborating with Product Managers, engineers, and stakeholders, you’ll design interfaces that transform complex data into actionable insights. This is a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of what’s possible in productivity software, focusing on AI-driven workflows, user interaction, and the seamless presentation of machine learning outputs.

Responsibilities Include:

* Collaborating with cross-functional teams-including Product Managers and engineers-to integrate seamless design into AI-driven development processes, ensuring alignment with product goals and user needs.

* Employing a test-learn-iterate approach to continuously refine designs based on user feedback, AI data analysis, and evolving business goals.

* Designing innovative, user-friendly interfaces that translate complex AI outputs into clear, actionable visuals.

* Simplifying sophisticated ML data and features into accessible designs that allow users to extract meaningful insights.

* Establishing and maintaining design standards across AI-powered products, ensuring a cohesive yet innovative visual identity.

What They’re Looking For:

* 5+ years of UX design experience, ideally with exposure to AI or ML-driven products or other complex data systems.

* Proven ability to create user-centered designs that balance functionality with visual appeal, ensuring interfaces are intuitive and impactful.

* Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience in cross-functional teams to bring AI-driven ideas to life.

* Proactive problem-solving skills, capable of breaking down complex AI design challenges into incremental, user-focused solutions.

* A flair for simplifying complexity, creating clear interfaces that users can easily navigate and interact with.

* Excellent visual design skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to align design with product and business objectives.

What’s In It For You:

* Be part of an innovative startup at the forefront of AI-driven productivity tools.

* Competitive salary up to £90,000 (DOE), plus a performance-based bonus.

* Flexible hybrid working arrangements in a dynamic central London office.

* 25 days of annual leave, plus UK bank holidays.

* Comprehensive benefits, including a pension scheme and equipment support.

* A collaborative, growth-focused environment that encourages professional development in AI and ML.

Next Steps:

Are you excited about designing the future of AI-powered productivity? Send your CV to Adam or reach out directly to learn more about this opportunity to shape impactful, ML-enhanced user experiences.

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Applied AI Engineer

– Join an Exciting Team as an Applied AI Engineer

Take your career to the next level by joining a forward-thinking, fast-paced company dedicated to delivering innovative AI-driven solutions. This is an incredible opportunity to play a pivotal role in a small, dynamic team, working on cutting-edge AI applications that will transform the way users interact with their wellbeing journey.

The Role:

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will take ownership of designing, developing, and deploying AI-driven solutions. You’ll work with pre-trained large language models (LLMs) like GPT or Gemini to create intelligent, interactive systems for real-world applications. From crafting prompts and implementing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems to deploying production-level code, you’ll be instrumental in turning groundbreaking ideas into reality.

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and deploying scalable AI-powered solutions with a focus on LLMs.
• Designing intelligent chatbot systems and personalized AI coaching tools.
• Taking end-to-end ownership of projects, from prompt engineering to deployment.
• Writing and maintaining production-level Python code.
• Collaborating within a small, fast-moving team to meet ambitious goals.
• Automating processes and driving product innovation with a customer-first mindset.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with proven expertise in Python.
• Hands-on experience in building and deploying applications with pre-trained LLMs.
• Strong knowledge of prompt engineering and techniques like RAG.
• Familiarity with modern software engineering practices (TDD, CI/CD, containerization).
• Startup experience with the ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for the product – an interest in wellbeing and personalization is a must.
• Right to work in the UK; candidates close to Bristol or willing to relocate are highly preferred.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive package tailored to your experience.
• Hybrid working model, with an office near excellent transport links in Bristol.
• A chance to work in a fast-paced, ambitious team driving forward exciting AI applications.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Next Steps:

If you’re passionate about leveraging AI to solve real-world problems and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV or reach out to us to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

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Transformation Project Manager required by our market leading, retail sector organisation based in Avonmouth. This will initially be a 6-month, fixed term contract which is likely to extend/be made permanent. This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days a week required onsite.

As the Transformation Project Manager for Retail Transformation, you will work closely with the Chief Operations Officer and the Retail team. You will take the lead in scoping, planning, and delivering a detailed retail transformation programme, which includes organisational changes at head office, rollouts across the business, and ensuring onboard team engagement.

A key focus will be enabling onboard retail teams to excel through training, coaching, product knowledge, sales techniques, and sales floor management. This project will address all aspects of the retail journey, ensuring guests enjoy the ultimate cruise retail experience.

Role Objectives

• Collaborate within the transformation team, focusing on Retail and People initiatives.
• Support the further definition of Retail objectives and initiatives to drive Retail Transformation.
• Define delivery plans encompassing all business areas, including resource requirements.
• Provide retail insights and support for approaches rolled out across a geographically dispersed retail estate.
• Take ownership of overall plans, working closely with business owners accountable for deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation and templates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build stakeholder relationships at all levels to ensure programme support and delivery.

Essential Experience

• Proven project management expertise, including the development of plans involving stakeholders across various business areas.
• Experience in delivery and project management within an agile, continuous improvement environment.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives within a programme, supporting business owners to take accountability for their plans and actions.
• Recent experience in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A supportive approach that encourages challenging the status quo.
• Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• A keen interest in retail, transformation, change, and industry trends.

The Desirables

• Recent change management experience within a mid-to-large retailer with 50+ outlets.
• Experience leading change across a geographically varied retail estate.
• Familiarity with duty-free or seafaring retail environments.
• Experience coaching transformation activities within an organisation.

This fantastic opportunity comes with a competitive starting salary which is accompanied by the following benefits: 7-10% annual bonus, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, 25 days annual leave and a generous staff discount to name but a few.

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Data Architect required by a market leading, award winning, financial services organisation who have 9 UK sites. This will be remote role with 1-2 days a month onsite at one of our clients sites.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Data Architect to join an award-winning team within a leading financial services organisation. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by designing and managing the data architecture that supports the business’s digital transformation efforts.

The Data Architect will play a key role in shaping the company’s data strategy and driving innovative data solutions across multiple business areas. The role offers a blend of business strategy, technical expertise, and creative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data initiatives for a business digital transformation program, ensuring seamless data integration and usage across the organisation.
• Promote best practices for data management and embed a data-driven culture within the business.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into scalable, secure data solutions.
• Develop and maintain a reference architecture to optimise data ingestion, storage, processing, reporting, and analytics.
• Support the rollout of the UK Data Strategy and contribute to the implementation of the strategic roadmap.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert, offering consultancy to the business and mentoring internal data teams.
• Ensure effective data governance, including metadata management, reference data management, and maintaining data estate reference architecture.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the data and financial services sectors.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in a data-focused role, such as Data Architect, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or Data Modeller.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, AWS, Azure) or traditional databases (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, NoSQL, Hadoop).
• In-depth knowledge of data structures, data warehousing, data lakes, ETL/ELT processes, and big data technologies.
• Proficiency in data modeling, data product design, and the use of data development, ETL, and visualisation tools.
• Strong understanding of data governance, compliance, and security requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a critical and analytical mindset.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences, from executives to development teams.
• Practical experience in building and executing a data strategy and roadmap.
• A desire to continuously learn and adapt to new data trends and technologies.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working options, including part-time, flexible hours, and remote work, to support a work-life balance.
• An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and employees are supported to perform at their best.

Benefits:

• 10% annual bonus
• 12% non-contributory pension
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Full private medical cover
• Discounted tech offers
• Discounted gym membership

…..plus many more

If you are passionate about data and are ready to contribute to the strategic data direction of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply.

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Head of IT required by a market leading professional services organisation with offices across Wales and England, dedicated to providing exceptional services to their clients. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of IT to lead and enhance their IT function. This critical role will lead a team that serves approximately 1000 staff members and will play a pivotal role in managing and evolving IT operations to meet the ever-changing demands of the business.

The Head of IT will lead the implementation of their existing IT strategy and oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery and the safeguarding of the IT infrastructure. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategy Implementation: Execute and oversee the existing IT strategy, ensuring that IT projects are delivered effectively and aligned with the companies goals.
• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of IT professionals across Service Desk, IT Security & Operations, and IT Training. Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Service Desk Management: Ensure the IT service desk operates efficiently, providing exceptional support to staff across multiple offices.
• Service Delivery: Oversee the delivery of IT services, ensuring they meet business needs, comply with SLAs, and continuously improve IT service management practices.
• Infrastructure and Operations: Lead IT infrastructure initiatives to ensure reliable, robust systems and compliance with regulations. Manage operational risks effectively.
• IT Training: Lead the IT Training team to deliver high-quality training programs that enhance digital skills across the business, supporting the adoption of new technologies and improving productivity.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders to understand IT needs and communicate developments and initiatives effectively.

Skills & Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you should possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior IT management role, ideally within the professional services sector.
• Strong understanding of IT service management, IT infrastructure, and operations.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing IT strategies and leading large-scale IT projects.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a proven track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits Include:

• A minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Two Corporate Social Responsibility days
• Birthday day off
• Death in service equivalent to twice your annual salary
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Hybrid working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts for local businesses
• Professional fees paid (subject to role requirements)
• Employee recruitment incentive scheme

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a forward-thinking business and help drive innovation in IT, apply now!

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Junior Software Engineer – Financial Services (Hybrid, North Bristol)

We are seeking a motivated and talented Junior Software Engineer to join our dynamic, multi-national financial services client based in North Bristol. This hybrid role offers a flexible working arrangement, with three days a week onsite.

As a Junior Software Engineer, you will collaborate with Product Owners, Team Leaders, and fellow Developers throughout the software development lifecycle. You’ll play a key role in building innovative, high-performance systems for global financial institutions.

This role involves managing a variety of tasks simultaneously, where you’ll prioritise effectively and contribute to the design and development of scalable solutions. You’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your work while also seeking guidance and feedback from peers to ensure success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full product lifecycle management, including gathering requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Write and test code to create robust solutions that meet the performance and availability needs of global financial clients.
• Maintain and improve existing systems, services, and in-house toolkits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and other departments.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in software design and development practices.
• Take responsibility for assigned features and functions, with the opportunity to learn and grow through guidance from senior team members.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proficiency in object-oriented Java development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a resourceful, independent approach to tackling challenges.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• A desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Fluent in English (both written and verbal).

Desirable Skills:

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL, JavaScript, and web application servers.
• Knowledge of BDD, TDD, continuous integration, and deployment.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as Angular, CSS, and Spring.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive starting salary up to £35,000 per year (dependent on experience).
• Free onsite parking.
• 25 days of annual leave (rising to 28 with service) plus a flexible holiday scheme allowing up to 10 days rollover.
• Company pension scheme (matching up to 5% salary) with the option for salary sacrifice contributions.
• Group Life Assurance.

If you’re passionate about software development and eager to grow within a global financial services environment, we’d love to hear from you!

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Senior Business Analyst – Financial Services (Hybrid, Cirencester).

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our market-leading financial services client based in Cirencester. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility with 2 days per week onsite, and occasional flexibility when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather, document, and secure approval for business requirements and processes, providing estimates and planning support for business analysis tasks.
• Lead the investigation of business issues and facilitate workshops to gather insights and drive solutions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend actionable solutions.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration, working closely with internal teams and third-party suppliers to ensure successful delivery of business outcomes.
• Provide support for testing, business implementation, and training activities as needed.

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst within a transformation environment.
• Full lifecycle experience in business analysis for software delivery and business change initiatives.
• Proven track record of successful teamwork and collaboration.
• Experience in launching new systems, products, and services.
• A consultative approach, with the ability to simplify complex issues and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to perform under pressure.
• A recognized qualification (or in-progress qualification) in a related field.
• Educated to A-level or equivalent.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working within the Financial Services sector.
• Knowledge of finance, banking, or accountancy projects.
• Familiarity with commission processing.
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience using JIRA.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented Senior Business Analyst with a strong track record in business transformation and software delivery, we would love to hear from you.

This fantastic role comes with a basic salary of £50,000-55,000 p/a and is accompanied by a 10% annual bonus and the following benefits:

• 25 days plus public holidays
• 10% non-contributory pension
• Death in Service cover of 4 x base salary
• Onsite car parking
• Private Health Cover
• Health Cash Plan
• Corporate Eye Care Package
• Additional days off for charity work

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IT Process Developer required by marker leading, award winning, professional services organisation based in Central Bristol. The Process Developer will work on a hybrid basis with 1-2 days a week onsite with flexibility.

The IT Process Developer will join an Agile team, working with the business and clients to drive business efficiency and automation.  The successful candidate will have experience in working in a workflow and business process applications, skills in JavaScript and/or T-SQL queries.

Main responsibilities:

• Working as part of a key team to design, develop, test and release new processes on our clients Business Process Platforms using the Agile methodology.
• Reviewing and as appropriate update applications built within Business Process Platforms to ensure efficiency, quality, security and adherence to internal standards;
• Ensuring new and existing Business Processes are documented to high standards.
• Developing and maintaining reports and management information for both internal and external clients throughout various platforms.
• Work with teams across our clients various IT departments, creating processes that integrate with other systems/applications.
• Provide support and assistance to Business Users and IT Teams for Business Process Applications and other IT Development Applications.
• Responding to requests quickly and efficiently while managing the expectations of our internal clients.

Ideal Background:

• Experience or practical knowledge of Workflow and Business Process applications;
• Experience working on an Agile team;
• Practical experience and knowledge of JavaScript and/or T-SQL queries;
• Analytical and methodical approach to working, being driven and proactive;
• Experience working on projects and being an active member of a project team.

Desirable:

• Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform
• K2
• HTML / Visual Basic
• Microsoft Dynamics

This fantastic role comes with a basic salary of £34,000-37,000 p/a and on top of the bespoke training package, comes with the following benefits: A 10% annual bonus, remote working, annual salary review, 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service), private medical insurance, pension and many more.

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