148 jobs found in Ascot

Senior Manager, Software Engineering Location: Farnborough (On‑Site) Industry: Aerospace / High‑Altitude Platforms / Safety‑Critical Systems Contract: 6 Month inside IR35 Rate: £52ph Lead the software engineering function behind next‑generation, high‑altitude aerospace technology. I'm recruiting on behalf of an innovative aerospace organisation developing world‑leading, solar‑powered, high‑altitude platforms designed for ultra‑long‑endurance flight. Operating above 60,000 ft, these platforms enable mission‑critical applications including direct‑to‑device connectivity, high‑resolution Earth observation, environmental monitoring and global‑scale humanitarian operations. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high‑impact leadership position within a rapidly growing and genuinely pioneering engineering environment. The Role: Senior Manager, Software Engineering As the Senior Manager for Software Engineering, you will lead an expanding team responsible for the full software...

Microsoft Dynamics Developer 6 month contract Based in Farnborough Offering £38.25ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience in D365 development? Do you have experience with Power Platform? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Microsoft Dynamics Developer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Design and develop customisations, plugins, workflows, and integrations within the D365 environment Customise and extend D365 modules using X++, C#, JavaScript, Power Automate, and Power Apps Collaborate with functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications Develop and maintain integrations between D365 and...

Avionics Test Technician Contract up to the end of 2026 Based in Farnborough Offering £31.16ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience writing, modifying, or executing test scripts? Do you have experience with thermal or vacuum chambers? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If the answer is yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Avionics Test Technician, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Supporting the verification and validation of avionics systems for High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) aircraft Hands-on testing, fault finding, and close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and programme teams to ensure safe, repeatable, and high-quality test execution Your skillset...

Our client has an opportunity for an Avionics Test Technician to join them on a contract basis. You will be supporting the verification and validation of avionics systems. Role: Avionics Test Technician Location: Farnborough, fully onsite Hours: 37 hours per week Hourly Rate: £31.16 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting What you'll be doing: The Avionics Test Technician will support the verification and validation of avionics systems. The role involves hands-on testing, fault finding, and close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and programme teams to ensure safe, repeatable, and high-quality test execution. Requirements: Previous experience in a test engineering or test technician role, ideally within aerospace, avionics, or a related engineering environment. Strong safety-first mindset, with a clear understanding of safe working practices. Familiarity with ESD control procedures and compliance with ESD-safe working...

Our client has an opportunity for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to join them on a contract basis. Reporting to the System Design Manager, you will be responsible for the management and day-to-day activities of the software team, collaborating with other disciplines and managers in all areas of the business. Role: Senior Software Engineering Manager Location: Farnborough - fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £52.17 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting What you'll be doing: Team Leadership: Lead the day to day activities of the software team, taking responsibility for delivering the agreed team goals. Skills Development: Develop the team's personal and professional skills, acting as a mentor and coach to the team members. Team growth: Be part of the recruiting team seeking new talent as the team grows. Be accountable for the planning, design, development, verification and integration of the software for the...

Java Developer (x2) - SC Cleared Guildford or Newcastle - 2/3 days per week onsite £525 per day (Inside IR35) Active SC Clearance Required Join a collaborative Agile Scrum team as a Java Developer, building innovative geospatial solutions using modern cloud technologies. You'll work across the full software development lifecycle, designing and developing scalable cloud-based applications, writing clean, maintainable code, and ensuring quality through testing and best practices. Alongside contributing to code reviews and reusable solutions, you'll collaborate closely with your team in Agile ceremonies to deliver impactful, high-quality software. What We're Looking For Strong experience with Java Experience in cloud services development Solid understanding of unit testing frameworks and practices DevSecOps awareness (e.g. Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube) (desirable) Experience with Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift (desirable) Familiarity with the Quarkus framework (desirable)...

Java Developer - Cloud Services + 12 month initial contract + Hybrid working out of Guildford + SC Cleared role + £70 p/h - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + Java Developer + Cloud Services + RedHat/Kubernetes Role Overview - The Software Engineer will join our collaborative, forward-thinking Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. The engineer will be involved in every stage of the software development lifecycle, from initial design through development, testing, and deployment, delivering robust, scalable cloud-based services. The role is based at our Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards. Develop...

An international client is looking to appoint a Financial Accountant that play an integral part working within the project implementation team of S4Hana ERP System. This role will be predominantly focused on the redesign/re-mapping the financial accounting processes. You will be working on the integration and subsequently supporting end users. Job Title: Financial Accountant Job Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Guildford Salary: £400 – £475 per day Reference no: 16025 Financial Accountant – Benefits * Opportunity to play a key role in a major ERP transformation programme * Exposure to SAP S/4HANA implementation within a technically advanced organisation * Collaborative project team environment * Potential hybrid working after initial onboarding period * Excellent transport links including shuttle bus from Guildford station Financial Accountant – About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant to support a major SAP S/4HANA ERP implementation...

Commissioning Engineer - AWE Burghfield Full-time site based £500-£600/day Umbrella (Inside IR35, all-in) ASAP - Sept 2026 SC preferred / must be eligible We're recruiting Mechanical & Electrical Commissioning Engineers for a major project at AWE Burghfield. Role will involve commissioning of building services and facility systems within a nuclear environment, including FAT support and system testing. Scope includes: HVAC / ventilation Fire alarm CCTV / security systems Lighting & power Mechanical / electrical plant FAT / SAT / functional testing Requirements: Nuclear site experience essential Commissioning experience on large / regulated projects FAT / SAT / test pack experience Building services / M&E background CSCS required SC clearance preferred Full-time on site (occasional weekends optional) Multiple roles available

Engineering Manager Contract Length: 18 Months Location: Reading 5x per week Rate: £60 Per Hour Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and manage a technical team within a highly regulated defence project in the UK. This role will act as the key leadership point of contact, ensuring the delivery of critical engineering capability aligned with current and future programme requirements. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the integrated technical programme, ensuring engineering excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency. Key Accountabilities ·Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team to deliver both team and individual objectives safely and securely. ·Oversee performance management, ensuring staff are assessed against objectives and implementing corrective actions where required. ·Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise within your engineering discipline. ·Maintain and promote the...

Data Migration Lead +6 months + +SC / DV cleared role +£700 - £750 per day inside ir35 +Reading (4 days per week on site/1 day remote) SC / DV security clearance is required for this role Job Description: I am looking for a Data Migration Lead for a Greenfield project, legacy to SAP S/4HANA using Data Services & Migration Cockpit for a client of mine who are an IT consultancy and digital transformation organisation operating within the UK defence and central government space. Responsibilities: Managing a development team, planning, defect resolution, ability to communicate about data and SAP to all levels of understanding. Whilst the role is a lead and not a developer, they must be able to mentor the team and suggest solutions based on development experience, plus help out if needed. Work closely with SAP functional teams and business data stewards advising them on data cleansing and data analysis issues. Experience: Previous experience and deep understanding of...

Data Migration Lead 10-month Contract £690 - £750 per day inside IR35 Reading Hybrid - 4 days per week on site/1 day remote SC and DV Security Clearance is required Urgent role for a Data Migration Lead for a Greenfield project, legacy to SAP S/4HANA using Data Services & Migration Cockpit for a client operating within the UK defence and central government space. Responsibilities: * Managing a development team, planning, defect resolution, ability to communicate about data and SAP to all levels of understanding. * Whilst the role is a lead and not a developer, you will need to mentor the team and suggest solutions based on development experience. * Work closely with SAP functional teams and business data stewards advising them on data cleansing and data analysis issues. Experience: * Previous experience and deep understanding of the data migration life cycle and full project lifecycle. * Running data workshops, * Preparing and reviewing...

Role title: Senior Category Manager Contract Length: 12 months Location: Reading - 3 days onsite per week Hourly Rate: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Hours: 37 hours per week Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and contract management for a defined sub-group of ITC categories. The role focuses on delivering value, cost efficiencies, and risk mitigation in line with business objectives. This position requires strong public procurement experience, and knowledge of MOD or public sector contracts. Key Accountabilities Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-groups, balancing short- and long-term objectives with stakeholder requirements. Lead complex strategic sourcing activities, including RFx execution, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, award, and handover, ensuring compliance with client policies and ethical standards. Manage contracts and commercial activities,...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading  (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship ManagementStakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to influence and deliver Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet...

Job Title: Finance Senior Manager – Financial Accounting - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (2-3 days /week on site – hybrid) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & British Citizenship Minimum Requirement: SC Clearance Qualified accountant – recognised qualification - ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience of running and overviewing of accounts payable etc Annual reporting of accounts Technical accounting activity Payroll, accounts payable, etc Some management responsibilities, 4 direct reports MS OfficeDesirable: Oracle Public sector background preferredThe Role: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of team. Ensure a...

HR Business Partner (Reading, Hybrid) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our established International Technology client in Reading for an HR BP on an initial 6 month contract (inside IR35 with option of PAYE via an Umbrella or our PAYE payroll). As an HR Business Partner for the UK business your purpose will be to drive the people strategy through providing strategic advice and support across the employment lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with an established global organisation in supporting the UK business, acting as a trusted partner on matters of compliance, development, workforce planning and employee relations. You’ll work in close partnership with Functional HRBPs, the Global HR Answers team and other HR related stakeholders such as TA, Payroll and Comp & Bens; providing detailed advice and problem resolution on complex and sensitive HR policy interpretation and procedural issues. What we need from you Experience & Qualifications...

Role: Senior Capability Specialist / Workforce Capability Specialist * Location: Near Reading (Hybrid Working – 9 Day Fortnight) * Contract: 12 Months | Inside IR35 * Rate: Competitive / Negotiable - Hourly Deadline: 22nd March Ceto Talent are supporting a highly secure and complex programme within the nuclear and defence sector in the search for an experienced Workforce Capability Specialist. This is a key opportunity for someone with strong workforce planning, capability analysis, and governance experience to support a critical programme operating in a regulated, security-sensitive environment. The successful individual will be responsible for providing insight into workforce capability, identifying skills gaps and vulnerabilities, and supporting strategic decision-making through clear reporting, analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The Role You will serve as the focal point for workforce capability management information, providing detailed analysis, insight, and...

Job Title: Nightshift site Engineer Location: Heathrow Airport Rate: £500 per shift (Inside IR35 or via Ltd Company) Shift: Night Shift Project & Department Overview Working on a major infrastructure programme at one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, this role sits within a critical asset management and compliance framework delivering essential upgrades to key tunnel infrastructure. The project requires works to be delivered within tight possession windows while maintaining full operational functionality of the airport's transport network. Purpose of the Role The Backshift Night Engineer is responsible for overseeing and delivering works during restricted night-shift possession windows. You will ensure all planned activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with design specifications, acting as the key link between day-shift planning and on-site night-time delivery. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery Supervise and deliver all on-site engineering...

PeopleSoft Financials Support Analyst Location: SW London/Surrey Borders Hybrid: 3 days on‑site Function: Finance Systems / PeopleSoft INSIDE IR35 Rate Neg (Apply online only) per day A leading global organisation is seeking a PeopleSoft Financials Senior Analyst to provide high‑level functional support across its PeopleSoft 8.4 Finance environment. This role supports users across the USA and Western Europe, acting as the escalation point for complex issues, enhancements, and process improvements while partnering with an offshore AMS team. If you enjoy ownership, problem‑solving, and being the go‑to SME for GL processes, this role offers both impact and visibility. With a future transition to SAP planned, there is also potential for this position to evolve into a long‑term SAP opportunity. Role & Responsibilities * Acting as the subject matter expert for PeopleSoft GL, covering journals, ledgers, allocations, reporting, intercompany, and reconciliations. * Ensuring the...

Network & Firewall Specialist Location: Aldermaston (100% onsite) Contract: 12 months | IR35: In Scope Rate: £44.99/hr Umbrella Clearance: Active DV required (Sole UK Nationals only) Overview We are seeking experienced Network & Firewall Specialists to join a secure environment. This hands-on role involves installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network devices, with a focus on Juniper technologies, network security, and high-availability infrastructure. Key Requirements * Strong Juniper experience (EX, QFX, SRX / vSRX) * Experience installing switches and firewalls * Solid networking knowledge (OSPF, BGP, WAN/LAN design, clustering) * Experience with EVPN/VXLAN, VRFs, GRE tunnels * Familiarity with PKI / certificate management * Technical background Responsibilities * Monitor network performance and manage incidents * Troubleshoot and resolve network issues * Support capacity and availability planning * Work with stakeholders and...