105 jobs found in Reading

IT Procurement Lead Duration: 18 Month contract Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate Location: Reading (Hybrid working – 2 days per week)   We’re looking for an experienced IT Procurement Lead who can hit the ground running on a high‑profile enterprise‑scale programme. This role sits at the heart of a major readiness initiative, leading complex supplier negotiations and driving critical commercial outcomes across technology categories. You’ll work hybrid from our Reading office (2 to 3 days per week) with occasional visits to central London and Dublin.   What You’ll Be Doing Leading IT procurement activity across software, cloud, infrastructure, networks, cyber, and IT services. Driving supplier negotiations end‑to‑end: commercial, contractual, and legal. Building go to market strategies and securing best in class commercial outcomes. Partnering with senior stakeholders across Technology,...

Cyber Security Operations Manager Duration: 6 Month contract Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate Location: Reading (Hybrid working – 2-3 days per week)   We’re looking for a Cyber Security Operations Manager to join us on an initial 6 month contract, who will be responsible for overseeing day to day Security Operations Centre (SOC) capabilities, including detection, threat and vulnerability management, and incident response. The role provides senior operational oversight, acts as a key point of contact for outsourced detection and response services, and ensures security operations processes are effective, mature, and continuously improving.   You’ll work hybrid from our Reading office (2 to 3 days per week).   Key Responsibilities   Security Operations & Incident Management • Manage the execution of Security Operations Centre (SOC) capabilities, ensuring the efficient and effective...

Solution Architect – Financial Consolidation & Reporting Duration: Initial 6 Months Location: Reading (Hybrid) Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate   We’re looking for an experienced Solution Architect to play a key role in our finance transformation programme, shaping the future of Primark’s Group consolidation, reporting, analytics, and period‑end close landscape.   If you’re immediately available, comfortable operating in complex finance environments, and experienced with IBM Cognos Controller , Planning Analytics , and close‑governance tooling, this is a high‑impact opportunity.   What You’ll Do Own end‑to‑end solution architecture for Group consolidation, reporting, and close Translate finance, audit, and compliance requirements into governed solution designs Define as‑is, target, and transition architectures across Oracle ERP, PA, Cognos Controller, and downstream...

HR Business Analyst Location: Reading or Dublin (Hybrid) Duration: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35 if UK based)   No agency support required.   About the Role This role sits at the heart of a major global HR transformation programme. You’ll work closely with HR, Technology, and market teams to shape processes, define requirements, and support the rollout of new HR capabilities, including the implementation of a new Learning platform. It’s a great fit for someone who combines strong analytical discipline with hands‑on HR transformation experience and the confidence to lead their own workstream.   Key Responsibilities Lead end‑to‑end process and requirements definition for a defined HR workstream, ensuring clarity, alignment, and traceability. Partner with HR subject‑matter experts to capture, challenge, and refine business needs. Produce high‑quality process maps, user stories,...

Technology Project Manager – Oracle Retail Releases (Contract) Day Rate : Competitive Inside IR35 Location : Reading (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Duration : Initial 6 Months (with extension possible)   We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of key workstreams within a large‑scale Oracle Retail Releases Programme. This role will oversee end‑to‑end delivery across a complex technology portfolio, working closely with Product Teams, Solution Architects, and our delivery partners to ensure successful, high‑quality outcomes.   The Role Oracle Retail sits at the heart of our IT systems landscape. You will manage the full lifecycle of a number of concurrent IT change projects within the Oracle Retail Releases portfolio, ensuring delivery against defined scope, timelines, budgets and quality standards.. You will be responsible for aligning various stakeholders and teams across the business, product teams,...

Programme Manager – Inventory Planning/Stock Optimisation Location: Reading (Hybrid, 2 – 3 days per week) Duration: Initial 6 months Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate Travel: Occasional to Dublin and other locations   We’re looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead a major transformation programme focused on inventory planning, forecasting, and stock optimisation with a strong preference for experience delivering enterprise‑scale planning solutions. This is a high‑impact role at the heart of our retail operations, shaping how we plan, move, and manage stock across a global footprint. If you thrive in complex environments, love driving clarity from ambiguity, and have a track record of delivering large‑scale retail technology programmes, this is your next challenge.   The Role You’ll take end‑to‑end ownership of a multi‑year programme to modernise and optimise our inventory planning...

Principal Engineer - Software Assurance £65.98 p/hr - Inside IR35 12 months Defence 1-2 days a month on site, Coventry, Barrow, Frimley or Weymouth   Our complex platforms are increasingly driven by Software, assuring the quality of this and the proper integration is critical to our success. Software assurance is the ongoing process to ensure that software products meet and comply with software engineering, quality and safety standards. It is a systems engineering activity that that supports the achievement of functional and multiple non-functional requirements and is applicable to the whole engineering lifecycle from concept design to in service support.   This is a growing role within our business and industry with significant potential for development and further growth. We expect the candidate to quickly develop an understanding of the development, use and control of software in our complex and unique application. Being actively...

Principal Engineer - Software Assurance £65.98 p/hr - Inside IR35 12 months Defence 1-2 days a month on site, Coventry, Barrow, Frimley or Weymouth   Our complex platforms are increasingly driven by Software, assuring the quality of this and the proper integration is critical to our success. Software assurance is the ongoing process to ensure that software products meet and comply with software engineering, quality and safety standards. It is a systems engineering activity that that supports the achievement of functional and multiple non-functional requirements and is applicable to the whole engineering lifecycle from concept design to in service support.   This is a growing role within our business and industry with significant potential for development and further growth. We expect the candidate to quickly develop an understanding of the development, use and control of software in our complex and unique application. Being actively...

Head of Cyber Security Woking, Surrey - Hybrid Working model 12 months contract - Insight IR35   We have an exciting new opportunity for a Head of Cyber Security to join our fast-growing Cyber Security team, in this role you will be responsible for shaping and executing the Nomad's security strategy in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with various departments to assess risks, create preventative measures, and ensure compliance across Nomad’s infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives. Establishing and maintaining a programme to ensure information assets and technologies are adequately protected .   Responsibilitie s: Develop and implement a strategic, long-term information security strategy and roadmap to ensure that information assets are adequately protected. Lead the cyber / information security function across Nomad Foods to ensure consistent and high-quality...

Overall Purpose UKAEA 's mission is to lead the delivery of sustainable fusion energy and maximise scientific and economic impact. The Computing Division underpins this mission by delivering secure, scalable, and innovative digital solutions. The Cyber Security Assurance Specialist plays a pivotal role in advancing UKAEA's hybrid digital estate, encompassing enterprise IT, operational technology (OT), and research platforms. This role sits within the Information & Cyber Security Group and provides subject matter expertise in security architecture, cyber risk governance, and assurance frameworks.   This is a cross-functional role with both advisory and hands-on responsibilities, focusing on security assurance, risk management and supporting architecture reviews, vulnerability management, risk assessments, cyber defence posture, driving technical assurance, and embedding risk-aligned security controls across IT and OT systems and secure-by-design practices. You...

Eckoh is a market leader of Customer Engagement Security Solutions, supporting an international client base from our offices in the U.S. and the U.K. Eckoh is owned by Bridgepoint one of the world's leading private asset growth investors, with over $75 billion of assets under management. Our mission is to set the standard for secure interactions between consumers and the world’s leading brands. Our innovative products build trust and deliver value through exceptional experiences. What do we do? As a PCI DSS Level 1 Service Provider, our products and expanding digital and conversational AI capabilities help enterprises protect sensitive data, improve customer experience, and modernise the way they operate. Our mission is to set the standard for secure interactions between consumers and the world’s leading brands. With a strong heritage in secure payments and an expanding portfolio of cloud native, omni-channel engagement solutions our vocation is simple:...

Contract: 9-month project (outside IR35) Rate: Competitive (day rate) Hours: 35 hours per week Location: Stanmore/Hybrid (with stakeholder engagement across Finance) Reports to: Assistant Director of Major Projects About the Project We’re looking for a hands-on, delivery-focused Business Analyst / Implementation Lead to support a finance systems transformation at Norwood. This is a high-impact project. You’ll work directly with the Finance Director, Finance and Technology teams to shape, select, and implement a new finance platform - replacing our current system and setting the foundation for future reporting, insight, and operational efficiency. You’ll balance technical understanding with stakeholder engagement, owning the journey through to implementation and go-live. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with...

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Java developers to join our team! You will have a passion for software development and an excellent understanding of how to define and deliver solutions iteratively and collaboratively. You will be involved in all areas of delivery, with the technical gravitas to mentor and inspire the development team; playing an integral part in helping them continuously improve by sharing your own knowledge, experience and insights. You will be confident in challenging business requirements to ensure you are continuously delivering the best possible outcome, harnessing innovation and driving the adoption of new technologies to deliver business value. Your vision and ambition will contribute to shaping our online technology roadmap, influencing our future technical direction and balancing passion with precision to deliver exceptional online service and solutions for our customers.   This is an initial six month contract that sits...

Here at Mindera we are continuously developing a fantastic team and would love it for you to join us! As an Android Developer you will be creating fast, fluid, responsive and reliable mobile applications that provide our customers with a rewarding experience. You’ll have an opportunity to participate in the whole development cycle, using modern technologies, architectures and processes. When you join Mindera we welcome you into a fun and politics-free work culture, built on the principles of lean and self-organisation .   Please note: This position requires you to work on client-site in Paddington, London, three times a week. This is an initial six month contract position that sits outside IR35. Requirements You rock at Kotlin Java Jetpack Compose Coroutines (or RxJava); Software Architecture (MVVM or similar); Unit testing and UI tests; XML Being self-driven and working with little supervision towards a common team or...

UK-based | 3 days per week in-office (Paddington).   We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the evolution of our App Experience, driving growth, engagement and commercial impact across key strategic areas. This is a high-impact role focused on shaping and delivering product initiatives that grow our Food customer base, accelerate category performance, and deepen loyalty integration to maximise engagement and sales. This is an opportunity to shape a critical part of our digital experience and play a key role in driving growth across high-priority business areas. You'll have autonomy, visibility and the chance to make a tangible impact on millions of customers. As Senior Product Manager, you will own and drive the product strategy and roadmap for key areas of the app experience, ensuring seamless, engaging and commercially effective customer journeys. You'll work cross-functionally with engineering, design, data, marketing and trading...

Here at Mindera we are continuously developing a fantastic team and would love it for you to join us! As an Android Developer you will be creating fast, fluid, responsive and reliable mobile applications that provide our customers with a rewarding experience. You’ll have an opportunity to participate in the whole development cycle, using modern technologies, architectures and processes. When you join Mindera we welcome you into a fun and politics-free work culture, built on the principles of lean and self-organisation .   Please note: This position requires you to work on client-site in Paddington, London, three times a week. This is an initial six month contract position that sits outside IR35. Requirements You rock at Kotlin Java Jetpack Compose Coroutines (or RxJava); Software Architecture (MVVM or similar); Unit testing and UI tests; XML Being self-driven and working with little supervision towards a common team or...

We are seeking a senior engineering leader to support the evolution of core enterprise platforms across HR and Finance, with a focus on the technical architecture, stability and modernisation of both SAP and Oracle estates.   This role will focus on the technical foundations of these platforms including SAP Basis, ABAP, Solution Manager, Oracle HCM configuration and integration, working alongside Product teams who own business process design. The role will also contribute to ongoing transformation initiatives, including the SAP ECC to S4 programme. This is an initial 6 month contract that will likely extend. The role requires you to be onsite in London, Paddington 3 days a week.     Key Responsibilities Provide senior technical leadership across SAP and Oracle platforms supporting HR and Finance domains Lead engineering teams responsible for Oracle HCM configuration, extensions, integrations and reporting, setting standards for code...

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is the national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK.   UKRI invests £8 billion of taxpayers' money each year into research and innovation and the people who make it happen. They work across a huge range of fields - from biodiversity conservation to quantum computing, and from space telescopes to innovative health care. They give everyone the opportunity to contribute and to benefit, bringing together people and organisations nationally and globally to create, develop and deploy new ideas and technologies.   As a Data Delivery Manager , your main responsibilities will be:   Leading a delivery team to build a set of data models which will enable the decommissioning of the 'Dimensions' data software. Ensuring that the teams operate efficiently and delivers high quality technical and business focused products. Delivery to time cost and quality expectations. Ensuring teams have the...

We are seeking a Data Scientist to join an established team delivering Artificial Intelligence solutions built on UKRI's data landscape. This is a hands on, delivery focused role, where you will work across the full machine learning lifecycle, taking models from initial prototype through to production and ongoing optimisation. The role contributes to the discovery, planning and implementation of AI initiatives driven by the Data Delivery Group, with a strong focus on practical, scalable outcomes.   As a Data Scientist , your main responsibilities will be to: Develop and implement machine learning algorithms and models. Translate data science prototypes into production ready machine learning systems. Design, build and maintain infrastructure to train, deploy and scale ML models. Preprocess, clean and prepare data to ensure suitability for model training. Extract relevant insights and features from complex datasets. Build and maintain data pipelines...

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is the national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK.   UKRI invests £8 billion of taxpayers' money each year into research and innovation and the people who make it happen. They work across a huge range of fields - from biodiversity conservation to quantum computing, and from space telescopes to innovative health care. They give everyone the opportunity to contribute and to benefit, bringing together people and organisations nationally and globally to create, develop and deploy new ideas and technologies.   We are seeking an experienced Test Manager to lead the end-to-end testing of The Funding Service (TFS) project -a public-facing JavaScript-based web application adhering to strict usability and style guidelines. The project will be delivered using the SCRUM methodology.   As a Test Manager your main responsibilities will be to:   Embed and implement best practice...