15 jobs found in Appleton Thorn

Project Manager (Banking) 6 month contract, scope to extend Inside IR35, £400 - £435 P/D 2 days on site per week in Knutsford Purpose of the role Focused on delivering individual projects, ensuring completion within scope, time, and budget with a more immediate focus. To be successful as a Project Manager, you should have experience with: Ability to operate independently at senior level, supporting leaders with clear analysis, options and recommendations to drive effective decisions. Communication with stakeholders, including senior management, project teams, and external partners, to ensure that they are informed about project progress and that their needs and expectations are being met. Production of ExCo ready progress reporting, providing clear assurance that proposed solutions are being delivered on time and within approved budgets. Management of project risks, ensuring that risk, assumptions, issues and dependencies are identified, assessed, and mitigated as...

Principal Engineer Duration: 6 months + Location- Knutsford, South Manchester (on-site 2-3 days per week) UMBRELLA ONLY Our client, a leading banking institution, is hiring a hands-on Principal Engineer to drive a strategic technology transformation. This role is perfect for an experienced backend engineer with deep expertise in workflow orchestration platforms like Camunda and/or Temporal.io, and a passion for building resilient, scalable enterprise systems. What you'll be doing: * Lead technical evaluation and comparison of Camunda vs Temporal.io * Design scalable patterns and reference architectures for enterprise workflow orchestration * Drive modern backend engineering standards, including CI/CD, deployment automation, and operational best practices * Architect durable, fault-tolerant distributed systems with high observability * Develop integration strategies across enterprise APIs, event streams, and downstream systems * Build reusable frameworks, prototypes, and...

Engineering Lead - Risk & Controls Rate: £515/day (via Umbrella Company) Contract Length: 6-12 Months Location: Hybrid - Radbroke (2-3 days onsite per week) Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Lead to support a large-scale Risk & Controls transformation programme. This role will provide technical leadership, governance, and engineering oversight across multiple delivery teams working on risk, compliance, controls, integration, and application enhancement initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in application modernization, regulatory-driven technology changes, controls implementation, enterprise integrations, and technical delivery. This is a highly hands-on leadership position requiring active involvement in architecture reviews, technical problem-solving, and engineering governance. Key Responsibilities Provide engineering leadership and technical oversight across multiple delivery teams. Support application...

HRIS Manager (SuccessFactors) - 6-Month FTC / Temporary Assignment Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home) Full-time | 37.5 hours per week £40,000-£45,000 per annum/ £20.33 - £23.00 per hour About the Role We are seeking an experienced HRIS Manager to take ownership of our global SAP SuccessFactors platform on a 6-month temporary assignment. Reporting directly to the HR Services Director, this role is focused on the technical management, optimisation and continuous improvement of our HR systems landscape. This is not a general HR Operations or HR Business Partnering position; we are looking for a dedicated HRIS professional with strong hands-on experience configuring, maintaining and enhancing enterprise HR systems. You will act as the global system owner for SuccessFactors, ensuring the platform supports business objectives through effective configuration, testing, reporting, integration management and user support. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the...

A major organisation operating within a complex, business-critical environment is seeking an experienced Cyber Essentials Plus Consultant to lead a significant remediation and certification programme. Following a recent review of the organisation's Cyber Essentials Plus readiness, a number of gaps have been identified that must be addressed before certification can be successfully achieved. The successful contractor will take ownership of the programme, driving remediation activity across technology teams and lead the organisation through to successful certification. This is a delivery-focused role requiring an individual who understands the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus process from end to end and can move beyond advisory recommendations to deliver tangible improvements. The Role: You will be responsible for assessing the current position, identifying gaps against Cyber Essentials Plus requirements and leading the remediation activity required to achieve...

An organisation undertaking a significant cyber security improvement programme is seeking an experienced GRC / Cyber Security Risk Analyst to help establish stronger security governance, risk management and compliance practices. This is an opportunity to join a business that is investing heavily in the maturity of its cyber security capability. The successful contractor will play a key role in building and improving governance processes, supporting risk-based decision making and helping drive meaningful security improvements across a diverse technology estate. The role requires a practical individual who can balance governance and compliance requirements with the realities of operational delivery. The Role: You will work across technology, security and business teams to identify, assess and manage cyber security risks while helping establish consistent governance processes and controls. Responsibilities will include: Conducting cyber security and technology risk assessments...

HRIS Manager / HR Systems Manager Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home) Full-time | 37.5 hours per week £40,000 - £45,000 per annum / £20.33 - £23.00 per hour 6-Month FTC / Temporary Assignment About the Role We're looking for an experienced HRIS Manager / HR Systems Manager to join our HR Services team on a 6-month assignment. Reporting to the HR Services Director, you will be responsible for supporting, maintaining and developing our HR systems landscape, ensuring it continues to meet business needs and deliver an excellent user experience. This role will suit someone with a strong background in HR systems administration, HR data management and reporting, who enjoys working closely with stakeholders across HR, IT and the wider business to drive continuous improvement. You will play a key role in maintaining system performance, supporting system enhancements, improving data quality and helping to maximise the value of our HR technology platforms. Key...

Job Title: Front End React Developer - FS Industry Location: Manchester - 4 days per week onsite Salary/Rate: £550/600 per day inside IR35 Start Date: 10/08/2026 Job Type: Contract - 6 months with possibility of extension Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading financial services clients! They are currently looking for a skilled React Developer to join their team for a six-month contract. Job Responsibilities/Objectives This role will be for a frontend software engineer who is experienced in their field. The individual will be working within a single team assisting with the creation of new frontend products for their customers. It is expected for the individual to be able to upskill individuals with the knowledge required around creating leading frontend applications.Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Proficiency in JavaScript, React Framework, HTML & CSS DevOps practices...

My client is looking for someone who can operate at a strategic level - challenging the roadmap, influencing senior stakeholders, identifying resource requirements, and driving delivery across multiple countries. Key Responsibilities: - Lead SAP S/4HANA Finance delivery across European entities - Oversee rollout and optimization activities in France, Spain, and Germany - Drive governance, reporting, and programme planning - Ensure compliance with local financial and tax requirements - Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and SAP delivery teams - Assess and challenge the existing SAP roadmap Required Experience: - Proven SAP S/4HANA Program/Project Management experience - Strong SAP Finance (FICO) background - Experience delivering multi-country European rollouts - Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills - Experience managing company codes, compliance, and tax-related requirements - Ability to work autonomously and provide strategic direction...

Role Title: Platform Engineer Location: Manchester, 5 days onsite Duration: 6 months contract Rate: £480 - £520 CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: We are seeking a skilled SharePoint SME / 3rd Line Technical Specialist to support and evolve our SharePoint estate across on-premises and Microsoft 365 platforms. This is a hands-on role requiring strong expertise in SharePoint upgrades, administration, and development. Key Responsibilities Platform Operations & Support Manage SharePoint farm servers, web applications, service applications, content databases, and supporting infrastructure. Administer Search Service Applications, Managed Metadata, User Profile Services, Distributed Cache, and related components. Act as 3rd line escalation for complex SharePoint issues Lead SharePoint 2019 to Subscription Edition (SE) upgrades Manage and support SharePoint Online (M365) Ensure platform performance, security, and...

Senior Risk Manager - Inside IR35 - 12 Month Contract - Manchester Based - twice per week in the office - Market rate You'll lead and coordinate Risk Management for programmes and projects, ensuring their successful delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while providing expert advice to Project and Programme Managers. This role involves leading and coordinating Risk Management for programmes and projects, providing expert guidance to ensure risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated effectively. You will develop and maintain Risk Management Plans and registers, facilitate workshops to capture risks, and perform qualitative and quantitative risk analyses to inform decision-making. The role also includes monitoring risks, challenging controls, and reporting on trends to protect project delivery. Additionally, you will support tender processes by preparing risk reports and reviewing contractor risk plans. Vast Risk Management experience, with...

Technical Lead: 6 Month Contract - Stockport/Hybrid We are seeking a passionate and innovative Technical Lead to join our vibrant team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love leading tech initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Type:6 Month Contract Day Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35) Location: Stockport/Hybrid Start: ASAP What You'll Do: As our Technical Lead, you will be at the forefront of our tech projects. Your expertise will drive our development teams to new heights. Here's what you can expect: *Lead with Passion: Inspire and motivate your team to achieve outstanding results while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. *Architect Solutions: Design and implement scalable, high-performance systems that meet our clients' needs. *Collaborate: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and developers to bring ideas to life. *Mentor: Share your knowledge and experience with team members, helping...

Senior IT Project Manager Automotive Hybrid: 2-3 days per week in Crewe, Cheshire Initially until year end Outside IR35 In short: We require a strong, classic IT PM to join a prestige motor company is supporting and taking ownership of a number of IT-related projects. Heavy on Waterfall delivery. We're expecting candidates to demonstrate clear end-to-end delivery cycle capability. In full: The role is responsible for leading and managing significant/multiple IT Projects and Programmes. They have responsibility for creating and maintaining good customer relationships with the project teams and sponsors and to make sure that the needs of the business operations are in place for the launch of the projects. The job holder manages, plans, coordinates, controls and steers the overall Programme and associated project portfolio according to the process requirements. Main responsibilities: Project planning and setup Prepare and present resource estimates and all other related...

Senior QA Officer – Contract Role (Highly Competitive Rate DOE) Location: Cheshire Sector: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Contract: Full‑time, on‑site Our Client is seeking an experienced Senior QA Officer to join our Quality team on a contract basis, offering a highly attractive day rate for the right candidate. This role is ideal for a quality professional who thrives in a fast‑paced GMP environment and has proven experience managing project‑based work. This position plays a key role in supporting ongoing validation activities across the site. You will be responsible for ensuring that all data generated from validation work is accurately collated, assessed, and entered into the Pharmaceutical Quality Management System (QMS). Working closely with the QA Section Leader and wider Quality team, you will help maintain compliance, support continuous improvement, and ensure the smooth running of departmental operations. Key Responsibilities * Support ongoing validation projects,...

IT Support Engineer – 3-month contract – Liverpool My client is seeking an experienced IT Support professional to join their fast-paced and collaborative Service Desk team, delivering high-quality technical support to employees across the organisation. As an IT Support Engineer, you will act as the primary point of contact for all IT-related queries, providing prompt and efficient support across a broad range of technical issues. Working closely with the wider IT team, you'll take ownership of incidents and service requests from initial logging through to resolution, ensuring users receive a responsive, professional, and customer-focused support service at every stage. Key experience required: Experience as an IT Support Engineer. Microsoft 365 support and administration ServiceNow ideally but any other ticketing software acceptable   iManage (preferred) Strong customer facing/customer service experience Windows desktop support Active Directory and user administration General...