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Role: Senior Strategic Improvement and Transformation LeadLocation: Bedford/Cambridgeshire - hybridRate: £244.96 per day - Inside IR35Duration: 6 months with high possibilities for extensionStart Date: As soon as possibleWorking hours: 37.5 hours per weekSupporting the Assistant Director of Improvement and Transformation, this role provides advanced specialist redesign expertise for large-scale and key strategic transformation programs. The post holder will lead a team of professionals to design and implement targeted improvement initiatives, fostering continuous improvement and ensuring measurable positive impacts on patient outcomes and organisational effectiveness.Key Responsibilities:Leadership of Large-Scale Transformation Programs:Design strategic transformation plans and blueprints.Apply methodologies for complex challenges and lead workshops.Implement and manage large-scale transformation programs.Collaborate with stakeholders and produce updates for senior forums.Analyse complex data and communicate sensitive information.Team Leadership and Work Portfolio:Provide assurance on performance and progress.Lead and inspire a team of professionals.Oversee the team's portfolio with a focus on co-production and impact measurement.Implement strategies for team development and foster innovation.Specialist Expertise and Advancement:Act as the lead expert on redesign and improvement science.Incorporate healthcare improvement advancements.Enhance improvement approaches for impactful results.Communication and Budgetary Responsibility:Develop networks and partnerships for transformation programs.Present updates and reports to senior/executive groups.Oversee budgets and ensure effective resource use.Guide cost improvement initiatives and manage the team. If you are interested in the Senior Strategic Improvement and Transformation Lead contract and feel as if your experience matches up well, then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Role: Improvement and Transformation Lead Location: Bedford/Cambridgeshire - hybrid Rate: £204.14 per day - Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months with high possibilities for extension Start Date: As soon as possible Working hours: 37.5 hours per weekThe Improvement and Transformation Lead will provide senior leadership and expertise in identifying and implementing improvement and transformation opportunities across clinical and non-clinical functions. This role supports senior leaders in developing ambitious transformation plans that drive innovation, optimize digital technologies, and align with local system priorities and national directives. The Improvement and Transformation Lead will also participate in system transformation forums and projects, fostering collaborative improvement opportunities and ensuring the consistent use of the Trust's continuous improvement methodologies.Key Responsibilities for the Improvement and Transformation Lead:Lead the identification, assignment, and effective delivery of improvement support, including complex problem-solving, facilitating workshops, coaching in continuous improvement, and providing intensive support.Ensure consistent use of improvement tools and methodologies such as lean, six sigma, and theory of constraints, alongside various delivery methodologies like agile and waterfall.Develop long-term strategic plans to build the Trust's capability for continuous improvement, including consultancy, training, and coaching.Lead transformation programs across specified services/areas to achieve improvements in patient care, outcomes, efficiency, and performance, and respond to strategic care pathway developments and commissioning requirements.Create improvement/transformation blueprints, conduct gap analyses, plan change programs, and allocate resources across projects.Establish robust governance arrangements to track benefits, progress, risks, issues, and interdependencies.Develop stakeholder engagement plans to ensure co-production partnership working in improvement initiatives.Deliver effective reporting mechanisms, providing updates to senior forums and boards as required.Provide senior leadership in the Improvement and Transformation team, including direction, supervision, and coaching for colleagues.If you are interested in the Improvement and Transformation Lead contract and feel as if your experience matches up well, then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Director of Enterprise Platforms - Contract - 9 MonthsRate: Up to £950 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 9 MonthsLocation: RemoteThe role:A Leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Director of Enterprise Platforms, to play a pivotal role in ensuring that group programmes are shaped, incepted and delivered to ensure they integrate with the future state IT reference architecture and design to operate principles.This is an initial 9-month contract, Inside IR35 and offering remote working.Experience requirements & Responsibilities: Proven experience in senior leadership roles within IT programme delivery, preferably in complex and fast-paced environments.Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.Demonstrable ability to drive change and innovation, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimisation.Act as a point of confluence for IT delivery across the change portfolios you will influence and oversight the strategic execution of IT related delivery in major projects and programmes.Leadership and Oversight: Lead and oversee the group IT Digital delivery management community, providing guidance and direction to ensure alignment with organisational goals and objectives.Direct leadership of User Researchers, UCD consultants, Agile BAs and Service Designers.Prioritisation and Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise IT requirements on major programmes, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver impactful results.Structural Design and Optimisation: Shape the structure of IT delivery teams across major programmes, optimising team composition and capabilities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Take a lead role in the governance of Group programmes representing IT at strategic boards.Governance and Standards: In conjunction with Enterprise Architecture own and iterate IT delivery governance, standards, and practices, ensuring adherence to industry government functional standards, best practices for service design, delivery and integration as well as applicable regulatory requirements.Optimise the spending and procurement across programme to foster better business processes, leveraging investments in integration.Integration by Design: Drive integration by design principles across IT initiatives, ensuring seamless connectivity, consumer centred optimisation and interoperability between systems and applications. Champion human centred design, AI and ethical design including UCD.Fit for Service Assessment: Own fit-for-service criteria and readiness assessments for IT on major programmes, ensuring that IT solutions meet quality standards and are ready for deployment.Domain Leadership: Leadership of the Enterprise Platforms and Digital Content domains.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Job Title: IT ManagerLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £60,000 + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new IT Set up for a one of their divisions and require an IT Manager to help guide and optimise performance of IT Engineers across the department. The IT Manager will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The IT Manager will have the opportunity to scope out and drive new IT strategy's working closely with the Head of IT & Business systems to make an impact to existing IT operations below them. Responsibilities:Leadership and Management:Lead and manage the IT team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and productivity.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.Azure Environment Management:Oversee the management and optimisation of operations in an Azure environment, including resource provisioning, monitoring, and security.Collaborate with cloud architects and engineers to design and implement scalable and cost-effective solutions on the Azure platform.Office 365 Administration:Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Office 365 suite, including Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure efficient and secure usage of Office 365 applications across the organisation.Hardware Diagnostics:Perform hardware diagnostics to identify and resolve issues with servers, workstations, laptops, and other IT equipment.Evaluate hardware performance and reliability to determine whether upgrades or replacements are necessary to maintain optimal functionality.Networking Infrastructure:Manage and maintain firewalls, switches, routers, and access points to ensure a secure and reliable network infrastructure.Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, implementing necessary configurations and updates to optimise network performance.ITIL Environment:Implement and adhere to ITIL best practices to streamline IT service management processes and improve service delivery.Collaborate with IT service management teams to develop and refine incident, problem, change, and configuration management processes. Essential skills:Previous experience in a managerial or leadership role in IT.Proven experience working in an Azure environment, with proficiency in Azure services and management tools.Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving issues related to the Office 365 suite.Ability to diagnose hardware issues and determine hardware fitness for purpose.Knowledge of firewalls, switches, routers, and access points, with experience in network configuration and troubleshooting.Familiarity with ITIL principles and experience working in an ITIL environment; ITIL certification is a significant advantage. If this IT Manager role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Director of Enterprise Platforms & Integration - Contract - 6 MonthsRate: Up to £950 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: RemoteThe role:A Leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Director of Enterprise Platforms & Integration, to play a pivotal role in ensuring that group programmes are shaped, incepted and delivered to ensure they integrate with the future state IT reference architecture and design to operate principles.This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35 and offering remote working.Experience requirements & Responsibilities:Proven experience in senior leadership roles within IT programme delivery, preferably in complex and fast-paced environments.Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.Demonstrable ability to drive change and innovation, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimisation.Act as a point of confluence for IT delivery across the change portfolios you will influence and oversight the strategic execution of IT related delivery in major projects and programmes.Leadership and Oversight: Lead and oversee the group IT Digital delivery management community, providing guidance and direction to ensure alignment with organisational goals and objectives.Direct leadership of User Researchers, UCD consultants, Agile BAs and Service Designers.Prioritisation and Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise IT requirements on major programmes, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver impactful results.Structural Design and Optimisation: Shape the structure of IT delivery teams across major programmes, optimising team composition and capabilities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Take a lead role in the governance of Group programmes representing IT at strategic boards.Governance and Standards: In conjunction with Enterprise Architecture own and iterate IT delivery governance, standards, and practices, ensuring adherence to industry government functional standards, best practices for service design, delivery and integration as well as applicable regulatory requirements.Optimise the spending and procurement across programme to foster better business processes, leveraging investments in integration.Integration by Design: Drive integration by design principles across IT initiatives, ensuring seamless connectivity, consumer centred optimisation and interoperability between systems and applications. Champion human centred design, AI and ethical design including UCD.Fit for Service Assessment: Own fit-for-service criteria and readiness assessments for IT on major programmes, ensuring that IT solutions meet quality standards and are ready for deployment.Domain Leadership: Leadership of the Enterprise Platforms and Digital Content domains.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will contacted to discuss the position further.

Job Title: IT ManagerLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £60,000 + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new IT Set up for a one of their divisions and require an IT Manager to help guide and optimise performance of IT Engineers across the department. The IT Manager will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The IT Manager will have the opportunity to scope out and drive new IT strategy's working closely with the Head of IT & Business systems to make an impact to existing IT operations below them. Responsibilities:Leadership and Management:Lead and manage the IT team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and productivity.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.Azure Environment Management:Oversee the management and optimisation of operations in an Azure environment, including resource provisioning, monitoring, and security.Collaborate with cloud architects and engineers to design and implement scalable and cost-effective solutions on the Azure platform.Office 365 Administration:Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Office 365 suite, including Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure efficient and secure usage of Office 365 applications across the organisation.Hardware Diagnostics:Perform hardware diagnostics to identify and resolve issues with servers, workstations, laptops, and other IT equipment.Evaluate hardware performance and reliability to determine whether upgrades or replacements are necessary to maintain optimal functionality.Networking Infrastructure:Manage and maintain firewalls, switches, routers, and access points to ensure a secure and reliable network infrastructure.Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, implementing necessary configurations and updates to optimise network performance.ITIL Environment:Implement and adhere to ITIL best practices to streamline IT service management processes and improve service delivery.Collaborate with IT service management teams to develop and refine incident, problem, change, and configuration management processes. Essential skills:Previous experience in a managerial or leadership role in IT.Proven experience working in an Azure environment, with proficiency in Azure services and management tools.Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving issues related to the Office 365 suite.Ability to diagnose hardware issues and determine hardware fitness for purpose.Knowledge of firewalls, switches, routers, and access points, with experience in network configuration and troubleshooting.Familiarity with ITIL principles and experience working in an ITIL environment; ITIL certification is a significant advantage. If this IT Manager role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Job Title: Head of IT & Business SystemsLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £110,000 + £10,000 car allowance + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new Digital journey for a one of their divisions and require a Head of IT & Business Systems to ensure the successful implementation of IT Strategies. The Head of IT & Business Systems will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The Head of IT & Business Systems will have the opportunity to scope out and drive their IT strategy in their own style by building out new teams below them and working closely with the CFO to ensure a highly performant department. Responsibilities:Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT strategies with business objectives. Building out from scratch in a Greenfields environmentBudget Management: Oversee a budget of over £4 million, optimising resource allocation and cost efficiency.Team Leadership: Lead a team of at least 5 professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.Project Management: Drive high-level projects such as mergers and change initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of technology systems.IT Governance and Compliance: Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance.Service Delivery: Oversee IT service functions Desk, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and delivery of projects.Mindset: Someone who continuously assess the technical environment with a focus towards always wanting to enhance existing systems and infrastructure accordingly Essential Skills:Experience managing a budget over $2 million.Operated as a Head of IT or a similar capacity in the past.Experience with high-level projects such as mergers and large transformation programmesStrong understanding of IT governance and compliance.Experience leading IT teams including Data Governance and Service DeskA continuous improvement mindset for existing systems and infrastructure If this Head of IT & Business Systems role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Communications & Engagement Lead - SC Cleared - Contract Rate: £700 per day Duration: 5 Months (extendable) Location: Remote (occasional London visits) IR35: Inside The role: We are urgently seeking a high credible Communications & Engagement Lead, to design and build the full comms and engagement strategy / approach for a highly sensitive Government initiative. Prior experience in Government communications / PR is highly desired, as is experience in Industrial relations. This is an initial 5-month contract (extendable) and requires active SC Clearance. Experience requirements:Senior Comms & Engagement experience, with a government settingAble to articulate the correct messaging, communications and PR, for topics likely to attract media scrutiny. Experience with Industrial relationsDesign and build of the communications strategies.Delivery and implementation focused roleHighly collaborative, consultative with excellent stakeholder engagement skillsAble to instill robustness to senior leadership teams.Assist in the preparation of Ministerial briefings.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Title: Talent Acquisition Partner - Specialist IT Recruitment AgencyLocation: onsite in MaidenheadSalary: Competitive, Dependent on ExperienceContract: Permanent About Us:At Involved Solutions, we're a leading specialist IT Recruitment Agency based in the UK and Dubai with ambitious growth plans. We're passionate about connecting top talent with innovative companies to drive the future of technology. Our success is driven by our people, and as we prepare to expand our team, we're seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to play a key role in our journey.Talent Acquisition Partner - The Role:As our Talent Acquisition Partner, you will be at the heart of our growth, leading our efforts to attract and hire top recruitment talent. This is a pivotal role where you will use your expertise to develop and implement effective recruiting strategies, ensuring we build a team capable of meeting our ambitious goals.Talent Acquisition Partner - Key Responsibilities:Lead the recruitment process from start to finish, including sourcing, screening, interviewing new recruitersAttract and source candidates for both Entry-level and Experienced positionsDevelop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through various sourcing strategiesWork closely with management to understand hiring needs and develop role profiles that align with our business objectivesEnhance our employer brand, ensuring we attract the best talent by showcasing our culture and valuesImplement innovative recruiting practices to improve our hiring processes and candidate experienceMaintain accurate records and provide regular reporting on recruitment metricsTalent Acquisition Partner - About You:Previous experience hiring internally for a recruitment agency or operating in a Rec2Rec roleStrong understanding of recruitment strategies and best practicesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with candidates and stakeholders at all levelsAbility to work independently and manage multiple roles simultaneouslyA strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth through effective talent acquisitionA commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplaceWhy Join Us?Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on your experienceRegular nights out and social activitiesMichelin star lunch clubsHoliday incentive tripsOpportunity to play a key role in the growth of a leading specialist IT recruitment agencyDynamic and supportive team environmentCommitment to your professional development and career growthIf you're a motivated recruiter with a passion for technology and a drive to excel, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of IT recruitment.If you are interested in the role of Talent Acquisition Partner, then please apply in the immediate instance.Involved Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Talent Acquisition Partner, Internal Recruiter, Internal Acquisition Partner, Talent Acquisition Manager, People Manager

Role: Senior Strategic Improvement and Transformation LeadLocation: Bedford/Cambridgeshire - hybridRate: £244.96 per day - Inside IR35Duration: 6 months with high possibilities for extensionStart Date: As soon as possibleWorking hours: 37.5 hours per weekSupporting the Assistant Director of Improvement and Transformation, this role provides advanced specialist redesign expertise for large-scale and key strategic transformation programs. The post holder will lead a team of professionals to design and implement targeted improvement initiatives, fostering continuous improvement and ensuring measurable positive impacts on patient outcomes and organisational effectiveness.Key Responsibilities:Leadership of Large-Scale Transformation Programs:Design strategic transformation plans and blueprints.Apply methodologies for complex challenges and lead workshops.Implement and manage large-scale transformation programs.Collaborate with stakeholders and produce updates for senior forums.Analyse complex data and communicate sensitive information.Team Leadership and Work Portfolio:Provide assurance on performance and progress.Lead and inspire a team of professionals.Oversee the team's portfolio with a focus on co-production and impact measurement.Implement strategies for team development and foster innovation.Specialist Expertise and Advancement:Act as the lead expert on redesign and improvement science.Incorporate healthcare improvement advancements.Enhance improvement approaches for impactful results.Communication and Budgetary Responsibility:Develop networks and partnerships for transformation programs.Present updates and reports to senior/executive groups.Oversee budgets and ensure effective resource use.Guide cost improvement initiatives and manage the team. If you are interested in the Senior Strategic Improvement and Transformation Lead contract and feel as if your experience matches up well, then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Role: Improvement and Transformation Lead Location: Bedford/Cambridgeshire - hybrid Rate: £204.14 per day - Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months with high possibilities for extension Start Date: As soon as possible Working hours: 37.5 hours per weekThe Improvement and Transformation Lead will provide senior leadership and expertise in identifying and implementing improvement and transformation opportunities across clinical and non-clinical functions. This role supports senior leaders in developing ambitious transformation plans that drive innovation, optimize digital technologies, and align with local system priorities and national directives. The Improvement and Transformation Lead will also participate in system transformation forums and projects, fostering collaborative improvement opportunities and ensuring the consistent use of the Trust's continuous improvement methodologies.Key Responsibilities for the Improvement and Transformation Lead:Lead the identification, assignment, and effective delivery of improvement support, including complex problem-solving, facilitating workshops, coaching in continuous improvement, and providing intensive support.Ensure consistent use of improvement tools and methodologies such as lean, six sigma, and theory of constraints, alongside various delivery methodologies like agile and waterfall.Develop long-term strategic plans to build the Trust's capability for continuous improvement, including consultancy, training, and coaching.Lead transformation programs across specified services/areas to achieve improvements in patient care, outcomes, efficiency, and performance, and respond to strategic care pathway developments and commissioning requirements.Create improvement/transformation blueprints, conduct gap analyses, plan change programs, and allocate resources across projects.Establish robust governance arrangements to track benefits, progress, risks, issues, and interdependencies.Develop stakeholder engagement plans to ensure co-production partnership working in improvement initiatives.Deliver effective reporting mechanisms, providing updates to senior forums and boards as required.Provide senior leadership in the Improvement and Transformation team, including direction, supervision, and coaching for colleagues.If you are interested in the Improvement and Transformation Lead contract and feel as if your experience matches up well, then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Director of Enterprise Platforms - Contract - 9 MonthsRate: Up to £950 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 9 MonthsLocation: RemoteThe role:A Leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Director of Enterprise Platforms, to play a pivotal role in ensuring that group programmes are shaped, incepted and delivered to ensure they integrate with the future state IT reference architecture and design to operate principles.This is an initial 9-month contract, Inside IR35 and offering remote working.Experience requirements & Responsibilities: Proven experience in senior leadership roles within IT programme delivery, preferably in complex and fast-paced environments.Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.Demonstrable ability to drive change and innovation, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimisation.Act as a point of confluence for IT delivery across the change portfolios you will influence and oversight the strategic execution of IT related delivery in major projects and programmes.Leadership and Oversight: Lead and oversee the group IT Digital delivery management community, providing guidance and direction to ensure alignment with organisational goals and objectives.Direct leadership of User Researchers, UCD consultants, Agile BAs and Service Designers.Prioritisation and Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise IT requirements on major programmes, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver impactful results.Structural Design and Optimisation: Shape the structure of IT delivery teams across major programmes, optimising team composition and capabilities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Take a lead role in the governance of Group programmes representing IT at strategic boards.Governance and Standards: In conjunction with Enterprise Architecture own and iterate IT delivery governance, standards, and practices, ensuring adherence to industry government functional standards, best practices for service design, delivery and integration as well as applicable regulatory requirements.Optimise the spending and procurement across programme to foster better business processes, leveraging investments in integration.Integration by Design: Drive integration by design principles across IT initiatives, ensuring seamless connectivity, consumer centred optimisation and interoperability between systems and applications. Champion human centred design, AI and ethical design including UCD.Fit for Service Assessment: Own fit-for-service criteria and readiness assessments for IT on major programmes, ensuring that IT solutions meet quality standards and are ready for deployment.Domain Leadership: Leadership of the Enterprise Platforms and Digital Content domains.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Job Title: IT ManagerLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £60,000 + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new IT Set up for a one of their divisions and require an IT Manager to help guide and optimise performance of IT Engineers across the department. The IT Manager will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The IT Manager will have the opportunity to scope out and drive new IT strategy's working closely with the Head of IT & Business systems to make an impact to existing IT operations below them. Responsibilities:Leadership and Management:Lead and manage the IT team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and productivity.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.Azure Environment Management:Oversee the management and optimisation of operations in an Azure environment, including resource provisioning, monitoring, and security.Collaborate with cloud architects and engineers to design and implement scalable and cost-effective solutions on the Azure platform.Office 365 Administration:Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Office 365 suite, including Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure efficient and secure usage of Office 365 applications across the organisation.Hardware Diagnostics:Perform hardware diagnostics to identify and resolve issues with servers, workstations, laptops, and other IT equipment.Evaluate hardware performance and reliability to determine whether upgrades or replacements are necessary to maintain optimal functionality.Networking Infrastructure:Manage and maintain firewalls, switches, routers, and access points to ensure a secure and reliable network infrastructure.Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, implementing necessary configurations and updates to optimise network performance.ITIL Environment:Implement and adhere to ITIL best practices to streamline IT service management processes and improve service delivery.Collaborate with IT service management teams to develop and refine incident, problem, change, and configuration management processes. Essential skills:Previous experience in a managerial or leadership role in IT.Proven experience working in an Azure environment, with proficiency in Azure services and management tools.Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving issues related to the Office 365 suite.Ability to diagnose hardware issues and determine hardware fitness for purpose.Knowledge of firewalls, switches, routers, and access points, with experience in network configuration and troubleshooting.Familiarity with ITIL principles and experience working in an ITIL environment; ITIL certification is a significant advantage. If this IT Manager role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Director of Enterprise Platforms & Integration - Contract - 6 MonthsRate: Up to £950 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: RemoteThe role:A Leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Director of Enterprise Platforms & Integration, to play a pivotal role in ensuring that group programmes are shaped, incepted and delivered to ensure they integrate with the future state IT reference architecture and design to operate principles.This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35 and offering remote working.Experience requirements & Responsibilities:Proven experience in senior leadership roles within IT programme delivery, preferably in complex and fast-paced environments.Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.Demonstrable ability to drive change and innovation, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimisation.Act as a point of confluence for IT delivery across the change portfolios you will influence and oversight the strategic execution of IT related delivery in major projects and programmes.Leadership and Oversight: Lead and oversee the group IT Digital delivery management community, providing guidance and direction to ensure alignment with organisational goals and objectives.Direct leadership of User Researchers, UCD consultants, Agile BAs and Service Designers.Prioritisation and Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise IT requirements on major programmes, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver impactful results.Structural Design and Optimisation: Shape the structure of IT delivery teams across major programmes, optimising team composition and capabilities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Take a lead role in the governance of Group programmes representing IT at strategic boards.Governance and Standards: In conjunction with Enterprise Architecture own and iterate IT delivery governance, standards, and practices, ensuring adherence to industry government functional standards, best practices for service design, delivery and integration as well as applicable regulatory requirements.Optimise the spending and procurement across programme to foster better business processes, leveraging investments in integration.Integration by Design: Drive integration by design principles across IT initiatives, ensuring seamless connectivity, consumer centred optimisation and interoperability between systems and applications. Champion human centred design, AI and ethical design including UCD.Fit for Service Assessment: Own fit-for-service criteria and readiness assessments for IT on major programmes, ensuring that IT solutions meet quality standards and are ready for deployment.Domain Leadership: Leadership of the Enterprise Platforms and Digital Content domains.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will contacted to discuss the position further.

Job Title: IT ManagerLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £60,000 + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new IT Set up for a one of their divisions and require an IT Manager to help guide and optimise performance of IT Engineers across the department. The IT Manager will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The IT Manager will have the opportunity to scope out and drive new IT strategy's working closely with the Head of IT & Business systems to make an impact to existing IT operations below them. Responsibilities:Leadership and Management:Lead and manage the IT team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and productivity.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.Azure Environment Management:Oversee the management and optimisation of operations in an Azure environment, including resource provisioning, monitoring, and security.Collaborate with cloud architects and engineers to design and implement scalable and cost-effective solutions on the Azure platform.Office 365 Administration:Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Office 365 suite, including Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure efficient and secure usage of Office 365 applications across the organisation.Hardware Diagnostics:Perform hardware diagnostics to identify and resolve issues with servers, workstations, laptops, and other IT equipment.Evaluate hardware performance and reliability to determine whether upgrades or replacements are necessary to maintain optimal functionality.Networking Infrastructure:Manage and maintain firewalls, switches, routers, and access points to ensure a secure and reliable network infrastructure.Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, implementing necessary configurations and updates to optimise network performance.ITIL Environment:Implement and adhere to ITIL best practices to streamline IT service management processes and improve service delivery.Collaborate with IT service management teams to develop and refine incident, problem, change, and configuration management processes. Essential skills:Previous experience in a managerial or leadership role in IT.Proven experience working in an Azure environment, with proficiency in Azure services and management tools.Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving issues related to the Office 365 suite.Ability to diagnose hardware issues and determine hardware fitness for purpose.Knowledge of firewalls, switches, routers, and access points, with experience in network configuration and troubleshooting.Familiarity with ITIL principles and experience working in an ITIL environment; ITIL certification is a significant advantage. If this IT Manager role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Job Title: Head of IT & Business SystemsLocation: Central London - 4 days onsiteSalary - up to £110,000 + £10,000 car allowance + BenefitsAn exciting client are embarking on a new Digital journey for a one of their divisions and require a Head of IT & Business Systems to ensure the successful implementation of IT Strategies. The Head of IT & Business Systems will be joining a company that are going through a very exciting time of where they will invest, grow, and transform their business to provide a better service to new and old clients. The Head of IT & Business Systems will have the opportunity to scope out and drive their IT strategy in their own style by building out new teams below them and working closely with the CFO to ensure a highly performant department. Responsibilities:Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT strategies with business objectives. Building out from scratch in a Greenfields environmentBudget Management: Oversee a budget of over £4 million, optimising resource allocation and cost efficiency.Team Leadership: Lead a team of at least 5 professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.Project Management: Drive high-level projects such as mergers and change initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of technology systems.IT Governance and Compliance: Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance.Service Delivery: Oversee IT service functions Desk, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and delivery of projects.Mindset: Someone who continuously assess the technical environment with a focus towards always wanting to enhance existing systems and infrastructure accordingly Essential Skills:Experience managing a budget over $2 million.Operated as a Head of IT or a similar capacity in the past.Experience with high-level projects such as mergers and large transformation programmesStrong understanding of IT governance and compliance.Experience leading IT teams including Data Governance and Service DeskA continuous improvement mindset for existing systems and infrastructure If this Head of IT & Business Systems role sounds like your next challenge, please apply with a copy of your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Communications & Engagement Lead - SC Cleared - Contract Rate: £700 per day Duration: 5 Months (extendable) Location: Remote (occasional London visits) IR35: Inside The role: We are urgently seeking a high credible Communications & Engagement Lead, to design and build the full comms and engagement strategy / approach for a highly sensitive Government initiative. Prior experience in Government communications / PR is highly desired, as is experience in Industrial relations. This is an initial 5-month contract (extendable) and requires active SC Clearance. Experience requirements:Senior Comms & Engagement experience, with a government settingAble to articulate the correct messaging, communications and PR, for topics likely to attract media scrutiny. Experience with Industrial relationsDesign and build of the communications strategies.Delivery and implementation focused roleHighly collaborative, consultative with excellent stakeholder engagement skillsAble to instill robustness to senior leadership teams.Assist in the preparation of Ministerial briefings.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Title: Talent Acquisition Partner - Specialist IT Recruitment AgencyLocation: onsite in MaidenheadSalary: Competitive, Dependent on ExperienceContract: Permanent About Us:At Involved Solutions, we're a leading specialist IT Recruitment Agency based in the UK and Dubai with ambitious growth plans. We're passionate about connecting top talent with innovative companies to drive the future of technology. Our success is driven by our people, and as we prepare to expand our team, we're seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to play a key role in our journey.Talent Acquisition Partner - The Role:As our Talent Acquisition Partner, you will be at the heart of our growth, leading our efforts to attract and hire top recruitment talent. This is a pivotal role where you will use your expertise to develop and implement effective recruiting strategies, ensuring we build a team capable of meeting our ambitious goals.Talent Acquisition Partner - Key Responsibilities:Lead the recruitment process from start to finish, including sourcing, screening, interviewing new recruitersAttract and source candidates for both Entry-level and Experienced positionsDevelop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through various sourcing strategiesWork closely with management to understand hiring needs and develop role profiles that align with our business objectivesEnhance our employer brand, ensuring we attract the best talent by showcasing our culture and valuesImplement innovative recruiting practices to improve our hiring processes and candidate experienceMaintain accurate records and provide regular reporting on recruitment metricsTalent Acquisition Partner - About You:Previous experience hiring internally for a recruitment agency or operating in a Rec2Rec roleStrong understanding of recruitment strategies and best practicesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with candidates and stakeholders at all levelsAbility to work independently and manage multiple roles simultaneouslyA strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth through effective talent acquisitionA commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplaceWhy Join Us?Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on your experienceRegular nights out and social activitiesMichelin star lunch clubsHoliday incentive tripsOpportunity to play a key role in the growth of a leading specialist IT recruitment agencyDynamic and supportive team environmentCommitment to your professional development and career growthIf you're a motivated recruiter with a passion for technology and a drive to excel, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of IT recruitment.If you are interested in the role of Talent Acquisition Partner, then please apply in the immediate instance.Involved Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Talent Acquisition Partner, Internal Recruiter, Internal Acquisition Partner, Talent Acquisition Manager, People Manager