14 management jobs found in Knutsford

A skilled Technical Business Analyst is required to support technology projects within the non for profit sector. The ideal candidate will have experience working in non for profit, and natural sciences sectors. Client Details This company operates within the non for profit sector and is recognised as small organisation. They are committed to advancing technological innovation and delivering solutions in their field. Description Responsible for taking the redesigned business processes and high-level system requirements and developing a clear set of detailed requirements to enable the creation of system logic and automation within the new tooling. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business and technical requirements. Analyse and translate requirements into functional specifications for technology teams. Using the re-designed processes, identify where the process changes and high-level system requirements can be turned into detailed system requirements or...

Quality Systems Specialist - Chester - Chemicals - Contract Our client is an innovative chemicals manufacturer specialising in industrial formulations and coatings across a wide range of industries. At present they are seeking a Quality Systems Specialist on a contract basis to support their quality and compliance function. Candidates will ideally have a science background preferably in Chemistry (formulation and GC experience would be advantageous) but will be primarily experienced in managing QMS systems and lifecycle management software solutions such as Product Vision software or similar. Candidate will be required to demonstrate statistical analysis required for method development and maintain computer efficiency and proficiency in using software programs such as Color eye, Electronic Bench Record (EBR), Excel, Lotus Notes, PowerPoint, Product Vision, QAD, MS Office packages. Problem solving abilities, technical creativity and cross functional team work will be essential for...

IT Support Engineer | Manchester | 6 months My client is looking for an IT Support Engineer to manage BAU workload and provide 1st and 2nd line support. The ideal candidate will be personable with a professional passion for providing high quality IT support services. Key responsibilities of the IT Support Engineer: -                Provide 1st and 2nd line support to end users across hardware, software, Infrastructure and network. -                Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to M365, Active Directory and Windows 11. -                Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and troubleshooting issues. -                Contribute to technology updates and develop ITIL best practices. -                Providing support with additional IT projects. IT Support Engineer Experience/Technologies: -            Understanding of Windows 10/11 operating system – Administration and support -            Microsoft Stack including Office 365 and Intune – Administration and...

Freelance IT Project Manager – Applications or Infrastructure Freelance | Project-Based | UK (Remote / Hybrid) We are inviting experienced IT Project Managers with strong delivery backgrounds in either Applications or Infrastructure to join a selective professional network focused on structured, outcome-led technology execution. This is not generic change management. This is technical delivery where structure, clarity and accountability matter. The Type of Projects Depending on your specialism, you may be engaged to lead: Application-Focused Projects * ERP, CRM or core system implementations * SaaS deployments and configuration programmes * System integrations and data migration initiatives * Legacy application replacement * ITSM tool implementations * Platform upgrades and rationalisation projects Infrastructure-Focused Projects * Cloud migrations (Azure, AWS, hybrid estates) * Server, storage and...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a SAP Security Support Administrator Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role can be based from either the companies Stevenage or Bolton site, depending on your preference.  The role will be predominantly working from home.   Rate: £22.63ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be predominantly working from home… one day per week onsite.  Also, a condensed 4 day working week of Monday to Thursday is OK too. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   SAP Security Support Administrator Job Description: The SAP Security Support Administrator plays a key role in supporting documentation, refinement and execution of General IT Controls...

My client is looking for a Kubernetes Specialist to work 3 days onsite in Sheffield (Candidate can be based in Leeds to work 3 days a week in office in Leeds). Job Description Top Skils- Kubernetes - 5+ years experience Design, deploy, and manages containerized applications within Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability. Key requirements include proficiency in Kubernetes architecture, Linux networking, CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform), and scripting (Go/Python). The role involves optimizing cluster performance, managing services, and supporting developer workflows. wiz.io +5 Key Responsibilities Cluster Management: Deploy, scale, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes clusters. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate environment provisioning using Terraform or Ansible. CI/CD & GitOps: Build and manage pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Argo CD, or Flux. Networking & Security: Configure networking (Ingress, CNI,...

Storage Senior DPS SME +Hybrid working in Sheffield +Inside IR35 +£475 - £510 a day Skills: +Commvault +Veritas NetBackup We are seeking an experienced Storage Senior DPS SME to join a major financial services organisation. This role sits within the bank's data protection services function and will focus on automation, monitoring, and engineering support across enterprise-scale data protection platforms. You will play a key role in designing and supporting automation solutions, enhancing monitoring and reporting, evaluating new product capabilities, and providing technical leadership within the team. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and support automation for enterprise data protection services Build and maintain reporting and monitoring capabilities for automated solutions Provide engineering support for the bank's data protection products and standard usage models Evaluate products, new features, and new versions to support continuous improvement Produce...

Storage Automation SME +Hybrid in Sheffield +6 months+ +£400 - £430 a day We are seeking a Storage Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to engineer, automate, and operate enterprise SAN and storage platforms. The role focuses on modern automation, DevOps integration, and delivering storage and infrastructure "as-a-Service" across on-prem and cloud environments. Key Responsibilities Certify, test, and develop enterprise SAN platforms including Dell PowerMax / VMAX-3 / XtremIO, Pure Storage FlashArray, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Primera / Alletra, and Cirrus Data Solutions DMS. Automate storage install, provisioning, migration, compliance, and operational support using Python, Ansible, and scripting. Work with Broadcom and Cisco SAN switches and iSCSI connectivity. Deliver enterprise platform services across Linux, Windows, VMware, storage, and virtualisation. Build and integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks. Support cloud-based...

Contract Tester - Salesforce / Contact Centre | Sheffield (Hybrid) Duration: Minimum 1 month (potential extension) Day Rate: Negotiable Location: Sheffield office - minimum 3 days per week on-site Overview We're seeking an experienced Test Analyst / QA Tester with a strong background in Salesforce testing to support a key project. This is an excellent short-term contract opportunity for someone who can quickly add value, work collaboratively, and hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Plan, design, and execute test cases for Salesforce-based solutions Perform functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing Work closely with developers, business analysts, and end users Log, track, and retest defects, ensuring timely resolution Support testing around contact centre workflows, systems, and processes Provide clear test documentation and contribute to overall quality assurance practicesEssential Experience Hands-on testing experience...

Infrastructure Engineer (Virtualisation) - VMware POD Lead Located in Sheffield 9+ month Contract £360-£390 per day insideIR35 Hybrid - 3 days in the office per week We are seeking a highly experienced Infrastructure Engineer (Virtualisation) to join the Virtualisation Engineering Team. This is a leadership role within a VMware Engineering POD, responsible for driving product vision, automation, reliability, and service sustainability across a large-scale enterprise VMware estate. Responsibilities include: * Lead and mentor a team of VMware engineers within a POD structure * Own people and performance management responsibilities * Define VMware product strategy focusing on automation, reliability, availability, performance, and scale * Design, deploy, and manage VMware technologies including vSphere, vRO, vRLI, vROps, and vLCM * Drive automation initiatives using PowerCLI, Python, Ansible, and vRealize Suite * Establish and enforce engineering standards and...

Data Project Manager Based in Telford - 2 days SC Clearance is essential 6-month Contract £440 - £472 per day insideIR35 We are seeking an experienced Data Project Manager to lead delivery within a government body. This is a high-profile opportunity to lead a large, complex data programme involving new technologies, multiple suppliers, and cross-functional delivery teams. You will take accountability for end-to-end delivery, integrating multiple delivery streams and ensuring successful outcomes across Design, Analysis, Build, Test, and transition to live service. Responsibilities include: * Lead delivery of complex data projects across multiple delivery groups * Own proposal writing and Statement of Work delivery * Direct execution using Agile methodologies (Scrum/SAFe) * Develop and manage detailed project schedules and delivery rhythms * Manage risks, dependencies, budgets, forecasting, and change control * Ensure quality standards are met in line with governance * Lead and...

Project Manager OUTSIDE IR35 CONTRACT 6 month duration – ASAP start Telford   Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in automotive manufacturing and plastic injection moulding, looking for your next contract opportunity?   We’re working with a well-established manufacturer supplying into Automotive OEMs and Tier 1 customers. They are seeking a Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of automotive programmes from award through to SOP, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to OEM quality standards.   Project Manager Job Description: Lead end-to-end automotive programme delivery from RFQ/award through tooling, APQP, PPAP and SOP. Act as the primary point of contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers, managing timelines, expectations and engineering changes. Manage programme budgets, tooling investment, resources and capacity to achieve launch and cost targets. Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements and drive successful...

Job Title: Release Manager (Minerva MMTAR Functional Core Build) Max rate £515 per day PAYE Duration: 6 months Location: Telford / hybrid (2 days per week onsite) Active SC clearance is required Job description: The Release Manager will plan, coordinate, and oversee software releases across development, test, and production environments. You will ensure configuration integrity, structured deployment, and smooth migration activities-particularly supporting the transition from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya 4. This role requires strong hands-on technical expertise in SAS technologies and Oracle, alongside deep knowledge of configuration management and the software testing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end release process across environments Coordinate development, testing, and operations teams to ensure timely, high-quality releases Maintain and enforce configuration management standards using manifest files and structured artefacts Oversee packaging and...

ERP Change Manager Fixed term An established organisation is embarking on a major ERP transformation programme and is seeking an experienced ERP Change Manager to lead the people side of change across the business. This is a pivotal role within a high-visibility transformation, ensuring the successful adoption of new processes, systems and ways of working across multiple business functions. The Opportunity As ERP Change Manager, you will be responsible for designing and delivering the change strategy that enables successful ERP adoption. You will: Develop and own the end-to-end change management strategy for the ERP programme Conduct change impact assessments across business functions Partner with business leaders and process owners to prepare teams for transition Design stakeholder engagement and communication plans Lead readiness assessments and adoption tracking Oversee training strategy in collaboration with functional leads Identify resistance risks and implement...