254 jobs found in Shirley

Solution Architect - Retail (would also consider leisure or hospitality experience)Inside IR35 (£650-£750 to umbrella)A West-Midlands based retailer are seeking a Solutions Architect on an initial 6 month contract.  You'll be joining an organisation which has grown through organic growth and acquisition.  The focus of this role is on post-acquisition technology integration, across a varied landscape which includes Microsoft technology, as well as a variety of business specific applications.This role requires someone who can work autonomously, self motivate and work with a range of stakeholders in a complex organisation structure.Experience of Retail experience is ideal, but candidates with hospitality or leisure experience would be considered too (due to some systems and process synergies). Please apply via the application link as this will ensure that your application can be assessed against this role

Location: UK remote work (Very occasional office travel) Contract: £400 to £450 p/d Inside IR35 contract Overview We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (Performance & Resilience Management) to lead non‑functional testing (NFR) activities within a major Energy & Utilities programme. This role involves overseeing performance testing across complex systems, ensuring stability, scalability, and resilience of critical applications. Key Responsibilities Lead the performance test team and manage day‑to‑day test activities. Conduct performance testing questionnaire evaluations. Prepare detailed Performance Test Plans and Performance Closure Reports. Gather and validate Non‑Functional Requirements (NFRs). Develop and maintain scripts using Python, Groovy, and custom code where required. Execute performance tests using recognised tools such as JMeter and LoadRunner. Monitor application performance using tools including Grafana, New Relic, AppDynamics, and ELK. Analyse...

Technical Architect - Data Platform Modernisation + Fuly remote role (with expensed travel) + £500 to £520 per day Inside IR35 + SC Cleared role Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Architect to lead the architectural modernisation of a large-scale, mission-critical data platform within DWP. This is a hands-on senior architecture role focused on transforming a complex brownfield data estate while maintaining uninterrupted service delivery. You'll be driving major technical decisions across data architecture, infrastructure, security, and cross-cloud connectivity - shaping the future of a platform that directly supports millions of UK citizens. Key Responsibilities 1. Brownfield Architecture & Platform Modernisation Lead the re-architecture of an established enterprise data platform (DWX). Support new microservice-based upstream integrations and large-scale schema evolution (300+ schemas). Design strategies to merge 3-5 years of legacy data with...

Battery Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Battery Engineer, where you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the future of automotive innovation. With a focus on system design and validation of battery packs, this role offers a dynamic environment that challenges and inspires, allowing you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the field of powertrain technology. What You Will Do: • Evaluate battery structure designs and conduct daily battery tests, including charging and discharging capacity, cycle life, and failure analysis. • Design and optimise battery pack thermal management schemes, including thermal simulations and testing. • Model battery efficiency and service life to ensure optimal performance. • Manage projects and processes independently, demonstrating...

Lead Cost Engineer Rate: £550 - £650 p/d (inside IR35) Location: Warwick – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Duration: 6 months + Our client is a leading telecommunications business who require a Lead Cost Engineer to join their costing team to support on a major high value complex Technology bid. The work will include the preparation of comprehensive estimates for works to be delivered, in accordance with the company’s estimating / work-winning procedures and systems. The Lead Cost Engineer will work closely with other members of the team to understand and interpret customer / client requirements, develop effective solutions and accurately estimate the cost, time, materials, labour, equipment and supply chain inputs required to effectively deliver each opportunity. They will be responsible for evaluating tender specifications and pricing models, ensuring that we understand all elements required to bid successfully Key Deliverables The key deliverables of this role are as follows:...

Business Analyst 6-month initial contract Based in Gaydon (hybrid working) £34.80ph (Inside IR35) *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Gaydon, who are looking for a Business Analyst to join their team. Job Description As Business Analyst, your main responsibilities will include: Lead end-to-end process mapping across functions and adjacent teams. Collaborate with Project leads, to build a process inventory. Engage with stakeholders across regions, brands and functions. Identify duplication, inefficiencies and improvement opportunities. Clarify responsibilities and accountabilities for tasks, activities, sign-offs and decisions. Identify & document hand-offs and interactions between teams, across processes. Qualifications/Skills needed: Personally led end‑to‑end process mapping, across multiple teams...

Portfolio Manager - Transformation & Portfolio Office Contract Length: 3 month contract (Possible extension) Locations: Warwick or Wokingham (Hybrid based role 1-2 times a week) Rate: £600 per day via umbrella - Inside IR35 Are you a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up your sleeves to make things happen? Do you thrive in environments where things move quickly, change often, and where you can genuinely shape how an organisation delivers its portfolio? If so, this opportunity could be an excellent fit. We're supporting a national organisation undergoing a significant transformation within its Enterprise Portfolio Office (EPO). They are looking for a Portfolio Manager who can blend hands‑on delivery with portfolio leadership, driving the development of new ways of working across a complex and evolving portfolio. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation and rollout of the new PPM tool, including processes, templates and governance required for successful...

IT Service Delivery Manager 12-month initial contract Based in Gaydon (hybrid working) £33.88ph (Inside IR35) *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Gaydon, who are looking for an IT Service Delivery Manager to join their team. Job Description As IT Service Delivery Manager, your main responsibilities will include: Deliver an enterprise IT system that delivers all artefacts required Development of a complete set of the Clients' Customer requirements Responsible for developing and managing the end-to-end plan that delivers Requirements management, enterprise architectures, stakeholder engagement System validation and project management Qualifications/Skills needed: Highly knowledgeable in deployment of enterprise IT systems. Full end to end experience of the software delivery cycle Experience of IT quality...

Expleo are seeking a motivated Demand & Portfolio Coordinator to support Customer Experience demand and prioritisation activities. This role is a key part of our customers digital transformation journey, helping move towards a truly customer-centric, digitally-led business. Location: Gaydon, Contract Type: 12-Month Contract (Inside IR35) As a Demand & Portfolio Coordinator, you will contribute to shaping and managing the demand pipeline. Working closely with business stakeholders and delivery teams, you'll ensure requests are captured, validated, prioritised, and aligned with strategic roadmaps. By assisting governance processes, maintaining portfolio visibility, and supporting continuous improvement, you'll enable the organisation to deliver change with clarity and control. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Demand Management * Capture, validate, and assess digital demand submissions. * Process requests promptly and direct to appropriate delivery channels. *...

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role: Enterprise IT Specialist - £34/hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire (Hybrid potential) - 13 Months (potential for yearly renewal) Opportunity: Increased regulatory demands coupled with an increasing number of markets adopting UN Regulation 154 have significantly increased the workload associated with vehicle certification. Our automotive client is looking to develop an end-to-end automated system that can meet all the requirements of Regulation 154. They are looking for an experienced IT Specialist with an eye for detail but also able to see the broader landscape. This is a challenging role that will draw on your skills of requirements management, enterprise architectures, stakeholder engagement, system validation and project management. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities - Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of an Enterprise IT system that enables client compliance with Regulation 154...

Lead Manufacturing Simulation Engineer Contract | Onsite | Gaydon Contract Details £37 per hour - Inside IR35 6‑month or 12‑month contract available Immediate start required Onsite role - Gaydon Role Overview We're looking for a Manufacturing Simulation Engineer to lead the development of Discrete Event Simulation (DES) models for manufacturing systems. You'll analyse production flow, identify bottlenecks, optimise throughput, and support major vehicle or system programmes from concept through to delivery. Key Responsibilities Build, develop, and deliver Discrete Event Simulation models that represent full manufacturing process flow from concept to launch. Analyse production performance, throughput, cycle time, buffer sizes, and system availability. Identify bottlenecks and provide recommendations to improve system efficiency. Optimise manufacturing systems using DES "what‑if" scenarios and operational variants. Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, production,...

Expleo is seeking a highly skilled SUMS Pack Deployment and Compatibility Operational Test Engineer to join our team in Gaydon, Warwickshire, on an Inside IR35 contract basis. This is a workshop-based role focused on updating current production and engineering vehicles to the latest software packs, ensuring readiness for SOTA and integration testing. You'll be working on cutting-edge automotive technology in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: Diagnose and repair mechanical systems (engine, chassis, etc.) Perform software updates and validation testing Conduct service, diagnostics, and repair operations on current vehicles Provide technical feedback to support subsystem development Prepare, fit, and remove test components Assemble and replace systems/components Manufacture and modify electrical harnesses Trace, rectify, and validate faults using diagnostic tools Interpret technical drawings and collaborate with engineering teams Engineer bespoke...

Enterprise IT Architect - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company as an Enterprise IT Architect, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions and driving organisational success. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a challenging and rewarding project that will make a real impact on global markets. What You Will Do:  - Lead the end-to-end delivery of an enterprise IT system that ensures compliance with Regulation 154 across global markets. - Develop a comprehensive set of customer requirements, including functional and software specifications. - Create and manage a detailed project plan, covering requirements development, testing, deployment, and in-service support. - Collaborate with enterprise architects to establish functional requirements and align with broader organisational goals. - Oversee the initial deployment and production...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon is searching for Battery Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position with a typical work pattern of 07:00-15:30. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour The Opportunity: Accountable for system design and validation of battery packs including modules, upper and lower shells, high and low voltage harness, battery disconnect unit (BDU) and heating/cooling schemes (including the design of water-cooled pipeline structure) to meet the requirements of environmental adaptability of the vehicle. Evaluates battery structure design and daily battery tests such as charging and discharging capacity, battery cycle life, and battery failure analysis. Designs and optimizes battery pack thermal management scheme, completes thermal simulation and thermal testing work with theoretical calculation. Models battery efficiency and service life. Responsibilities typically include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon is searching for Kinetic Energy Management Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour The Opportunity: Increased regulatory demands coupled with an increasing number of markets adopting UN Regulation 154 have significantly increased the workload associated with vehicle certification. Our client is looking to develop an end-to-end automated system that can meet all the requirements of Regulation 154. We are looking for an experienced IT Specialist. with an eye for detail but also able to see the broader landscape. This is a challenging role that will draw on your skills of requirements management, enterprise architectures, stakeholder engagement, system validation and project management. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of an Enterprise IT system that enables the clients compliance with Regulation 154 across global markets. Deliver an enterprise...

Internal Communications & Engagement Specialist Certain Advantage are hiring on behalf of our globally renowned brand for an internal communications specialist to take responsibility for shaping and delivering a clear, engaging, and strategically aligned communications approach across an internal business function. This is a contract position inside IR35. The role is important and ensures employees are informed, connected, and equipped to support priorities, while strengthening culture and engagement through consistent messaging and strong cross-functional collaboration with their stakeholders and business partners, including IO Communications, and Senior Leadership. You’ll be expected to review and refresh the communications strategy and stakeholder map, measuring impact through feedback. You’ll be expected to deliver communication products on time and to quality standards, ensuring plans and events are delivered to agreed timelines. Key Accountabilities and...

PMO Analyst - Inside IR35 - £300-£325 per day (Umbrella) 3 days per week onsite - Worcestershire / Greater Birmingham area. Investigo are partnering with a fast-moving, B2C organisation who are undergoing significant change and transformation following the recent appointment of a new CIO.   They are looking for a PMO Analyst to join to support a busy portfolio of technology projects, providing a range of PMO Support across the portfolio.   The appointed candidate will have experience of working in a busy PMO / PSO environment and will have ideally worked within a role supporting technology projects.  You'll have great communication skills, the ability to actively support projects through managing risks, issues and RAID logs as well as brilliant stakeholder management skills.This is a great opportunity to work with a team at a time where there is lots of change and project activity

Our client is currently looking to recruit a Systems Analyst on an initial 3 month contract. System Administrator – Housing Systems (Civica Cx) £350 - £450 per day inside IR35 Warwickshire - 1 day a week, 4 from home Are you an experienced systems professional with exceptional attention to detail and a background in housing or financial systems? We are seeking a confident and organised System Administrator to support the effective operation, maintenance and ongoing development of our Housing Information Management System (Cx) and associated income processes.  This is a pivotal operational role within the Communities & Homes service, ensuring the accurate processing of housing income (circa £18m annually), maintaining system integrity, and supporting colleagues across Housing, Income, Finance and IT. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the housing system and associated financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and continuity of...

MPI have a requirement for 2 x Aircraft Course Designers to work on site at DSAE Cosford, West Midlands. Immediate start ongoing contract In Scope of IR35 Overview:- You are to make yourself familiar with the underlying principles of Business Continuity and your responsibilities in your sites Business Continuity Plan and any relevant supporting plans. In particular, you are to be familiar with the immediate response actions you are to take on initiation of the site Business Continuity Plan whether during work hours or outside the normal working day. The requirement is for support within the Course Design space carrying out the duties of Training Design and Development Analyst reporting to OC TDSO(C) The position will be responsible for the creation of training materials including Formal Training Statements (FTS), Learning Specifications (LSpec) and associated documentation. Essential:- Aeronautical Engineering Course Design experience. Desirable:- Military and or Civil Aviation...

Contract Details & Working Arrangement * Rate: £440 per day * Inside IR35 * 6-month contract with potential for extension * Hybrid working: 3 days on site and 2 days remote per week * Tuesday and Wednesday are mandatory on-site days (Third on-site day is flexible) * No travel required About the job Vickerstock are proud to be working in partnership with a leading global energy and grid solutions provider to recruit a Lead Electrical Protection Engineer on a contract basis. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to complex grid automation and substation protection projects, with responsibility spanning design, testing, and commissioning. The Role As Lead Electrical Protection Engineer, you will take technical ownership of protection system design and delivery, acting as the key technical interface between customers and the wider engineering community. Reporting directly to the Engineering Team Leader, you will lead engineering activities from initial design...