
Technology & Digital
Introduction
Yolk Technology & Digital work with industry-leading employers across the UK and Ireland in such cutting-edge industries as Defence, Aerospace, FinTech, Consultancy and much, much more.
We cover hundreds of opportunities, across a huge breadth of technology verticals with household names, savvy start-ups, and heavyweight titans of future-thinking software. Our specialist Technology & Digital recruitment team span two continents, and are experts in placing top tech talent into temp, contract, and permanent positions throughout our growing sector.
Roles That We Specialise In (But Are Not Limited To):
Software Development
Network and Infrastructure
Project Services
QA, Testing and Software Verification
Data Science and Engineering (inc. Big Data)
Information Security, Cyber Security, NOC and SOC
C-Suite/Technology Directors/IT Managers
Systems Engineers
DevOps, SecOps, DevSecOps
Cloud
For a confidential conversation about your next career move, or if you’re looking for talented professionals to join your team, speak to our Senior Manager for Technology & Digital.
To find out more about some of our specialist Technology & Digital areas, please click below:
Software Development
We supply the best in UK technology talent to our customers across a wide scope of sectors. That includes (but is not limited to) languages such as Java, C++, C, JavaScript (inc. frameworks), C#, Scala and Python. From supporting new innovative ideas with international software houses, to providing expertise that allows a pilot to simulate their flight, we are well invested within our technology community and currently own the largest UK technology jobs group on LinkedIn.
QA/Testing and Software Verification
We thoroughly cover the QA/Testing and V&V space across the UK. We work with those who are at the most senior bracket, consulting on major million-pound projects, to those starting out their career in technology. We cover manual and automation, from Junior QA’s to Senior Software V&V Engineers; we also supply into roles that are in proximity to multiple verticals such as Performance Testers and Penetration Testers.
Contract
Yolk Technology & Digital are proud suppliers into some of the largest contingency programmes in the UK, supporting on decade-spanning defence and space projects, large transformation pieces and huge consultancy wins. We present the opportunity to work with exciting enterprises on brand new products, and also support in mopping up any issues! We cover all verticals listed above, and are bolstered by ex-data engineers-now-recruitment consultants, and decades of recruitment experience across the team.

Lewis Allen
Manager | Technology & Digital
lewis.allen@yolkrecruitment.com
07488 885 439
"The Yolk Technology & Digital team boasts some of Wales’s most experienced and well-connected technology recruitment professionals. We have a proven track record of building product teams from the ground up, as well as supporting leading Blue Chip companies with their technical recruitment headaches."

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Latest job vacancies in Technology & Digital
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Senior Data Engineer and Data Manager
Cardiff
Role: Senior Data Engineer and Data Manager Salary: £45,974 to £54,430 Location: Cardiff (hybrid) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Role Overview: This is chance to work in an organisation that uses data extensively to directly inform its work. As a key part of the data team, you will be supporting the organisation in that evidence based decision-making and working with colleagues who value that contribution. You'll be supported by friendly colleagues from the immediate team as well as other parts of the organisation, but also have the autonomy to make decisions relevant to your role. Key Responsibilities: Data Integration & Governance Lead and manage data integrations between internal systems and third-party services. Serve as the main contact for integration queries across the organization and with external partners. Ensure data flows are consistent, cost-effective, and aligned with system architecture. Work closely with technical and non-technical teams to ensure integration projects account for data governance, quality, and versioning. Document all integrations and maintain up-to-date records. Data Pipeline Development & Management Build and maintain data pipelines for ingestion from internal and external sources. Automate data processes to support scalable and efficient operations. Manage and optimize storage structures, enabling simplified data access for analysis. Oversee access controls and data security across the data environment. Tools & Environment Maintenance Maintain custom software used within the analytics environment. Uphold data management best practices related to security, storage, and access within a cloud-based setup. Technologies At least two years' experience in management and manipulation of both large record level and aggregated datasets, including use of T-SQL Knowledge of Microsoft cloud-based tools automating extract, load and transform of data, including: Azure Data Factory Azure Synapse Link Knowledge of Dynamics 365 and Dynamics F&O including their links to the Microsoft Dataverse and the Power Platform Knowledge of spatial data processing tools, such as QGIS or a variant, and other coding languages, for example Python Benefits: 31 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and 2 Privilege days Flexible and hybrid working Generous employer contribution of 28.97% Time off for wellbeing activities Green car scheme Cycle2Work and season travel tickets Access to subsidised sports groups Think this one's for you If you think this Senior Data Engineer and Data Manager opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG
Bridgend
To view this advert in English, click here Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG Cyflog: £61,890 - £69,372 (Dyfarniad cyflog yn yr arfaeth) Lleoliad: Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr (hybrid) Dyddiad cau: 15 Mai (hanner dydd) Y Cyfle Mae Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru yn recriwtio Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG newydd. Dyma gyfle anhygoel i arwain datblygiad strategol systemau a gwasanaethau TG yr Ombwdsmon a sbarduno trawsnewid digidol i sicrhau bod gwasanaethau TG a digidol yn cefnogi'r gwaith o gyflawni amcanion strategol. Mae gan yr Ombwdsmon dair rôl benodol: ystyried cwynion am ddarparwyr gwasanaethau cyhoeddus yng Nghymru, ystyried cwynion am gynghorwyr yn torri'r Cod Ymddygiad, ac ysgogi gwelliant systemig neu mewn gwasanaethau cyhoeddus a safonau ymddygiad mewn llywodraeth leol yng Nghymru. Gan gynnig trefniadau gweithio hybrid, gweithio hyblyg gyda lwfansau gwyliau blynyddol hael, pensiwn y gwasanaeth sifil, DPP ac ystod eang o fuddion iechyd a lles, ystyrir yr Ombwdsmon yn gyflogwr delfrydol i geiswyr gwaith ledled Cymru a thu hwnt. Mae'r Ombwdsmon wedi ymrwymo i gyfle cyfartal ac mae'n gwarantu cyfweliad i ymgeiswyr ag anableddau sy'n bodloni'r meini prawf dethol hanfodol. Beth fydd Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG yn ei wneud: Rheolaeth Strategol ac Arweinyddiaeth TG: Darparu'r rheolaeth strategol o wasanaethau TG a digidol yr Ombwdsmon ac arwain ar y gwaith o ddatblygu a chyflawni'r Strategaeth TG a Digidol. Rheoli a Chyflawni Prosiect: Rheoli prosiectau TG i sicrhau cyflawniad cadarn o fewn amser a chyllideb, gan ddeall anghenion defnyddwyr a llunio disgwyliadau ac uchelgeisiau. Dysgu Peiriant ac AI: Arwain ar y gwaith o ddysgu peiriannau, awtomeiddio, ac AI i ddiwallu anghenion OGCC wrth sicrhau atebolrwydd, tryloywder a chymesuredd. Gwelliant TG Parhaus a Chymorth i Ddefnyddwyr: Ysgogi gwelliant parhaus ym mhrofiad defnyddwyr TG, gan gefnogi staff ar bob lefel gyda systemau sy'n diwallu eu hanghenion. Rheoli Contractau a Chyflenwyr: Ymgymryd â chaffael ar gyfer cymorth a gwasanaethau TG, gan ddatblygu manylebau a gwerthuso tendrau. Rheoli contractau a pherthnasoedd â chyflenwyr allweddol i sicrhau perfformiad da a mynd i'r afael yn rymus ag unrhyw berfformiad gwael gan gyflenwyr. Seibrddiogelwch a Pharhad Busnes: Sicrhau diogelwch systemau a data OGCC, gyda mesurau seiberddiogelwch cryf, copïau wrth gefn, a chynlluniau parhad busnes yn eu lle ar gyfer digwyddiadau heb eu cynllunio. Beth fydd yr Ymgeisydd Llwyddiannus yn ei gynnig i'r tîm: Arbenigedd Strategol a Gweithredol: Craffter masnachol ac arbenigedd technegol cryf mewn disgyblaeth broffesiynol berthnasol, gyda'r gallu i weithredu yn effeithiol ar lefelau strategol a gweithredol. Arweinyddiaeth Brofedig mewn Trawsnewid Digidol: Hanes o arwain y brosesu o ddatblygu a chyflawni trawsnewid digidol, data a thechnolegol i wella effeithlonrwydd ac effeithiolrwydd. Profiad o Uwch Reoli ac Arweinyddiaeth Matrics: Profiad o oruchwylio prosiectau sy'n hanfodol i fusnes ac arwain timau gydag arweinyddiaeth matrics ar draws ffiniau sefydliadol a chyflenwyr. Arloesedd a Gwasanaethau sy'n Canolbwyntio ar y Cwsmer: Y gallu i ysgogi arloesedd mewn partneriaeth â rhanddeiliaid mewnol ac allanol, gan ddarparu gwasanaethau digidol, data neu dechnoleg sy'n perfformio'n dda ac sy'n canolbwyntio ar y cwsmer. Arweinyddiaeth a Datblygiad Tîm Cryf: Y gallu i arwain, cymell, a datblygu timau sy'n perfformio'n dda, gyda ffocws ar gefnogi cydweithwyr trwy newid a chyflawni nodau sefydliadol. Dylanwadu, Cyfathrebu, a Negodi Sgiliau dylanwadu, negodi a chyfathrebu i lywio o fewn cyd-destun gwleidyddol. Yr hyn a gewch yn gyfnewid: Cyflog o £61,890 i £69,372 Cynllun Pensiynau'r Gwasanaeth Sifil 32 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol + gwyliau banc Cynllun amser flexi Aelodaeth Gampfa am bris gostyngol a nifer o fuddion eraill. Proses ymgeisio: Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer ceisiadau yw canol dydd, 5 Mai 2025. Cynhelir cyfweliadau wyneb yn wyneb, ar y safle ym Mhen-y-bont ar Ogwr ar 15 Mai 2025. Yolk Recruitment yw partner recriwtio yr Ombwdsmon ac felly bydd pob cais yn cael ei reoli gan y tîm yn Yolk yn dilyn proses recriwtio deg a thryloyw yr Ombwdsmon ei hun. Gallwch ofyn am becyn ymgeisydd sy'n cynnwys y Disgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person gan Luke Cox yn Yolk Recruitment. / 07458160673. Os credwch fod y cyfle hwn i fod yn Bennaeth Gwasanaethau TG yn addas i chi, gwnewch gais ar-lein. Bydd angen i chi ddarparu copi cyfredol o'ch CV sy'n nodi sut rydych yn bodloni'r meini prawf hanfodol ar gyfer y rôl. Gallwch ymgeisio yn Gymraeg neu yn Saesneg. Ni fydd ceisiadau Cymraeg yn cael eu trin yn llai ffafriol.
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Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG
Bridgend
To see this advert in English, click here Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG Cyflog: £61,890 - £69,372 (Dyfarniad cyflog yn yr arfaeth) Lleoliad: Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr (hybrid) Dyddiad cau: 5fed Mai (hanner dydd) Y Cyfle Mae Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru yn recriwtio Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG newydd. Dyma gyfle anhygoel i arwain datblygiad strategol systemau a gwasanaethau TG yr Ombwdsmon a sbarduno trawsnewid digidol i sicrhau bod gwasanaethau TG a digidol yn cefnogi'r gwaith o gyflawni amcanion strategol. Mae gan yr Ombwdsmon dair rôl benodol: ystyried cwynion am ddarparwyr gwasanaethau cyhoeddus yng Nghymru, ystyried cwynion am gynghorwyr yn torri'r Cod Ymddygiad, ac ysgogi gwelliant systemig neu mewn gwasanaethau cyhoeddus a safonau ymddygiad mewn llywodraeth leol yng Nghymru. Gan gynnig trefniadau gweithio hybrid, gweithio hyblyg gyda lwfansau gwyliau blynyddol hael, pensiwn y gwasanaeth sifil, DPP ac ystod eang o fuddion iechyd a lles, ystyrir yr Ombwdsmon yn gyflogwr delfrydol i geiswyr gwaith ledled Cymru a thu hwnt. Mae'r Ombwdsmon wedi ymrwymo i gyfle cyfartal ac mae'n gwarantu cyfweliad i ymgeiswyr ag anableddau sy'n bodloni'r meini prawf dethol hanfodol. Beth fydd Pennaeth Gwasanaethau TG yn ei wneud: Rheolaeth Strategol ac Arweinyddiaeth TG: Darparu'r rheolaeth strategol o wasanaethau TG a digidol yr Ombwdsmon ac arwain ar y gwaith o ddatblygu a chyflawni'r Strategaeth TG a Digidol. Rheoli a Chyflawni Prosiect: Rheoli prosiectau TG i sicrhau cyflawniad cadarn o fewn amser a chyllideb, gan ddeall anghenion defnyddwyr a llunio disgwyliadau ac uchelgeisiau. Dysgu Peiriant ac AI: Arwain ar y gwaith o ddysgu peiriannau, awtomeiddio, ac AI i ddiwallu anghenion OGCC wrth sicrhau atebolrwydd, tryloywder a chymesuredd. Gwelliant TG Parhaus a Chymorth i Ddefnyddwyr: Ysgogi gwelliant parhaus ym mhrofiad defnyddwyr TG, gan gefnogi staff ar bob lefel gyda systemau sy'n diwallu eu hanghenion. Rheoli Contractau a Chyflenwyr: Ymgymryd â chaffael ar gyfer cymorth a gwasanaethau TG, gan ddatblygu manylebau a gwerthuso tendrau. Rheoli contractau a pherthnasoedd â chyflenwyr allweddol i sicrhau perfformiad da a mynd i'r afael yn rymus ag unrhyw berfformiad gwael gan gyflenwyr. Seibrddiogelwch a Pharhad Busnes: Sicrhau diogelwch systemau a data OGCC, gyda mesurau seiberddiogelwch cryf, copïau wrth gefn, a chynlluniau parhad busnes yn eu lle ar gyfer digwyddiadau heb eu cynllunio. Beth fydd yr Ymgeisydd Llwyddiannus yn ei gynnig i'r tîm: Arbenigedd Strategol a Gweithredol: Craffter masnachol ac arbenigedd technegol cryf mewn disgyblaeth broffesiynol berthnasol, gyda'r gallu i weithredu yn effeithiol ar lefelau strategol a gweithredol. Arweinyddiaeth Brofedig mewn Trawsnewid Digidol: Hanes o arwain y brosesu o ddatblygu a chyflawni trawsnewid digidol, data a thechnolegol i wella effeithlonrwydd ac effeithiolrwydd. Profiad o Uwch Reoli ac Arweinyddiaeth Matrics: Profiad o oruchwylio prosiectau sy'n hanfodol i fusnes ac arwain timau gydag arweinyddiaeth matrics ar draws ffiniau sefydliadol a chyflenwyr. Arloesedd a Gwasanaethau sy'n Canolbwyntio ar y Cwsmer: Y gallu i ysgogi arloesedd mewn partneriaeth â rhanddeiliaid mewnol ac allanol, gan ddarparu gwasanaethau digidol, data neu dechnoleg sy'n perfformio'n dda ac sy'n canolbwyntio ar y cwsmer. Arweinyddiaeth a Datblygiad Tîm Cryf: Y gallu i arwain, cymell, a datblygu timau sy'n perfformio'n dda, gyda ffocws ar gefnogi cydweithwyr trwy newid a chyflawni nodau sefydliadol. Dylanwadu, Cyfathrebu, a Negodi Sgiliau dylanwadu, negodi a chyfathrebu i lywio o fewn cyd-destun gwleidyddol. Yr hyn a gewch yn gyfnewid: Cyflog o £61,890 i £69,372 Cynllun Pensiynau'r Gwasanaeth Sifil 32 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol + gwyliau banc Cynllun amser flexi Aelodaeth Gampfa am bris gostyngol a nifer o fuddion eraill. Proses ymgeisio: Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer ceisiadau yw canol dydd, 5 Mai 2025. Cynhelir cyfweliadau wyneb yn wyneb, ar y safle ym Mhen-y-bont ar Ogwr ar 15 Mai 2025. Yolk Recruitment yw partner recriwtio yr Ombwdsmon ac felly bydd pob cais yn cael ei reoli gan y tîm yn Yolk yn dilyn proses recriwtio deg a thryloyw yr Ombwdsmon ei hun. Gallwch ofyn am becyn ymgeisydd sy'n cynnwys y Disgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person gan Luke Cox yn Yolk Recruitment. / 07458160673. Os credwch fod y cyfle hwn i fod yn Bennaeth Gwasanaethau TG yn addas i chi, gwnewch gais ar-lein. Bydd angen i chi ddarparu copi cyfredol o'ch CV sy'n nodi sut rydych yn bodloni'r meini prawf hanfodol ar gyfer y rôl. Gallwch ymgeisio yn Gymraeg neu yn Saesneg. Ni fydd ceisiadau Cymraeg yn cael eu trin yn llai ffafriol.
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Head of IT Services
Bridgend
Er mwyn gweld y hysbyseb hon yn y Gymraeg, ewch yma Head of IT Services Salary: 61,890 - £69,372 Location: Bridgend (hybrid) Closing date: 5th May (mid-day) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner for the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales and is supporting them to recruit a Head of IT Services. This is an incredible opportunity which would see you lead strategic development of the Ombudsman's IT systems and services through a significant digital transformation. The Ombudsman has three key roles: handling complaints about public service providers in Wales, addressing complaints about councillors breaching the Code of Conduct, and promoting improvements in public services and local government conduct. Offering hybrid working, flexible working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits firmly positions the Ombudsman as an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. The Ombudsman is committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. What the Head of IT Service will be doing: Strategic Management & IT Leadership: Oversee the strategic management of the Ombudsman's IT and digital services and lead the development and delivery of the IT and Digital Strategy. Project Management & Delivery: Manage IT projects to ensure strong delivery on time and within budget, while engaging users to shape expectations and foster innovation. Machine Learning & AI Integration: Lead initiatives on machine learning, automation, and AI to meet PSOW's needs while ensuring accountability, transparency, and proportionality. Continuous IT Improvement & User Support: Drive continuous improvement in IT services, supporting staff at all levels with systems that meet their needs and enhance the user experience. Contract & Supplier Management: Manage IT procurement, contracts, and relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal performance and address any supplier issues. Cybersecurity & Business Continuity: Ensure the security of PSOW systems and data, with strong cyber security measures, backups, and business continuity plans in place for unplanned incidents. What the Successful Head if IT Services will bring to the team: Strategic & Operational Expertise: Strong commercial acumen and technical expertise in a relevant discipline, with the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Proven Leadership in Digital Transformation: Track record of leading the development and delivery of digital, data, and technological transformation to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Senior Management & Matrix Leadership: Experience in overseeing business-critical projects and leading teams with matrix leadership across organizational and supplier boundaries. Innovation & Customer-Focused Services: Ability to drive innovation through partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, while delivering high-performing, customer-focused digital, data, or technology services. Strong Leadership & Team Development: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams, with a focus on supporting colleagues through change and achieving organizational goals. Influencing, Communication, & Negotiation: Strong influencing, negotiation, and communication skills to navigate complex issues and build trust across diverse audiences and stakeholders. What you'll get in return: Salary of £61,890 to £69,372 Civil Service Pension Scheme 32 days annual leave + bank holidays Flexi-time scheme Discounted gym and many more benefits. Application process: The closing date for applications is Midday, 5 May 2025. Interviews will be held in person, on site in Bridgend 15 May 2025. Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to the Ombudsman and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following the Ombudsman's own fair and transparent recruitment process. You can request a candidate pack which includes the full Job Description and Person Spec from Luke Cox at Yolk Recruitment. / 07458160673. If you think this Head of IT Services opportunity is for you then please apply online. You will need to supply and up to date copy of your CV which details how you meet the essential criteria for the role. You can apply in English or Welsh. Applications in Welsh will be treated no less favourably.
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Full Stack PHP Developer
Cardiff
Full Stack PHP Developer | Cardiff / Hybrid | Up to £50,000 + Profit Share An established and growing tech company in the hospitality space is looking for a Full Stack PHP Developer to join their collaborative development team. Their intuitive platform helps event organisers-from grassroots productions to major festivals-manage sales, reporting, and box office operations with ease. The company is headquartered in Cardiff and offers hybrid working post-probation (minimum one day per week in-office). This is a great opportunity to join a product-focused team where your work will directly impact thousands of live events around the world. Main Responsibilities: Build and maintain front-end and back-end features across the ticketing platform Improve and refactor existing functionality for performance and maintainability Develop responsive, user-friendly web interfaces Work with the marketing team to enhance the public website and support SEO efforts Participate in planning, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives Keep up-to-date with new technologies and propose innovative solutions Skills Required: Solid experience with PHP, HTML/CSS, JavaScript (jQuery), and SQL Proficient with Git for version control Strong understanding of UX principles and responsive design Demonstrable experience delivering clean, maintainable code Desirable Skills: Familiarity with Twig templates or Laravel Experience with frontend JS frameworks (e.g. Vue.js) API design and integration App development with Expo Understanding of SEO best practices Benefits: Salary up to £50,000 (dependent on experience) Profit share scheme post-probation (~£4K/year based on company performance) Private medical insurance 22 days holiday + public holidays Extra day off for your birthday Hybrid working (after 6-month probation, 1 day/week in office) Standard hours: 9am-5:30pm (flexible start options available) 🚀 If you're a full stack developer looking to work on a meaningful product in a collaborative, tech-forward environment-we'd love to hear from you! Due to high volumes of applicants, we may not be able to respond to everyone. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We're committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
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IT Manager
Caerphilly
Group IT Manager Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + bonus Location: On-site, full-time, permanent Schedule: Monday to Friday, no weekend work Overview: A growing business group is on the lookout for a hands-on and proactive Group IT Manager to lead the delivery and development of IT systems and infrastructure across multiple sites. This standalone role will be central to driving the Group's technology roadmap, supporting users, and improving overall efficiency through robust systems and smart automation. What you'll be doing: Acting as the go-to person for all things IT - delivering 1st to 3rd line support across hardware, software, networks and business systems Ensuring systems are secure, stable and fit for purpose - with a strong focus on cyber resilience Playing a key role in the upkeep and development of the ERP platform to meet business needs Leading IT-related projects such as hardware/software upgrades, keeping timelines and budgets on track Supporting other teams with automation and digital process improvements Managing IT and telecoms budgets, and overseeing relationships with third-party suppliers Monitoring network performance and implementing improvements where necessary Taking ownership of IT onboarding for new staff and delivering engaging inductions Providing day-to-day desktop support and troubleshooting as issues arise What we're looking for: A broad technical skill set and a hands-on approach - comfortable with everything from strategic planning to helpdesk support Strong communication skills - confident working with stakeholders across the business, including senior management Proven experience supporting ERP systems in a business environment Solid understanding of networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure best practices Familiarity with Microsoft 365, including SharePoint and Teams Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Why join? Make a real impact in a varied and autonomous role Be part of a business that values IT as a core enabler of growth Generous benefits including: Annual bonus and profit sharing Additional annual leave Company events Pension scheme Free on-site parking Sick pay Experience required: Minimum 1 year in a generalist IT role 1 year supporting ERP systems
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Senior Data Scientist
London
Senior Data Scientist Up to £59,000 London (Hybrid) Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is partnering with an innovative civil service organization undergoing a digital transformation, focusing on advanced digital practices. Role Purpose Lead data science projects, including pricing analytics, predictive modeling, segmentation, and automation. Work with a team to derive insights from structured and unstructured data, supporting decision-making and ensuring high-quality outputs. Key Responsibilities Lead the automated reporting pipeline, optimizing code quality. Manage predictive modeling projects and develop new models. Enhance pricing analytics solutions and web applications. Drive product segmentation model development. Lead complex data projects, ensuring solid codebases. Build automated data pipelines and web applications. Own your data learning journey, becoming an expert in project-specific data. Person Specification Essential Experience Expertise in supervised and unsupervised ML algorithms to drive insights and process improvements. Experience building and deploying predictive and forecast models based on customer data. Communication Strong ability to communicate data insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience improving visualization efficiency and quality. Ability to simplify complex data for non-experts. Essential Qualifications Degree in a quantitative or statistical field. Essential Skills Programming: Expert in R or Python, with skills in code optimization, version control, and testing. Data Visualization: Advanced experience in creating web apps using Plotly/Dash/Shiny, with knowledge of CSS/JavaScript. Experience with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI. Technical Knowledge: Proficient in querying relational databases and data infrastructures (SQL/ORMs) in cloud and on-prem environments. Generative AI: Experience using generative AI in coding-related workflows. Here's What You'll Get in Return · Pension scheme up to 27.9% · 25 days annual leave · Very Flexible Working arrangements · Hybrid working options. Think this one's for you If you think this Senior Data Scientist opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfill their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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1st Line Support
Swansea
First Line Support | Global Tech Company | Competitive salary + Sign-on bonus & shares | Swansea | Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) - Saturday - Wednesday (shift pattern) Yolk Recruitment is thrilled to partner with one of Wales's leading tech companies, located in South Wales. Due to continued growth and increased client demand, they are now seeking a dedicated First Line Support professional to join their team and play a key role in customer satisfaction. As a First Line Support team member, you will be the initial point of contact for customers, ensuring their issues are addressed quickly and efficiently. You will take ownership of customer queries, aiming to resolve issues directly or escalating to second-line engineers when needed. This is a senior position within the team, and you'll be responsible for maintaining a high standard of service, helping to resolve problems before they reach the next level of support. Key Responsibilities: Provide first-line support to customers, handling queries and incidents with a focus on customer satisfaction. Troubleshoot and resolve issues across a range of customer queries, ensuring quick resolutions where possible. Take ownership of customer queries, escalating more complex issues to second-line support when needed. Maintain excellent communication with customers, keeping them updated on the status of their issues. Work within a shift pattern, covering Saturdays to Wednesdays, ensuring round-the-clock support for clients. Collaborate with team members to improve the overall support process and service delivery. Basic qualifications: Experience in customer service or a support role (technical or non-technical). Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Excellent communication skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality service to customers. Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications: Experience working in a customer support or helpdesk environment. Familiarity with using support ticketing systems and internal processes. Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-focused approach and willingness to mentor others in the team. Main Benefits: Lucrative bonus structure, including a guaranteed sign-on bonus & shares. 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays). Numerous other employee benefits, including flexible working options. Opportunity to work with a growing company that prioritises career development and offers ongoing training. If you have any further questions, please contact Dan Newton at Yolk Recruitment.
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Software Engineering Manager
Cardiff
Software Engineering Manager Salary: Up to £75k South West Overview This role is responsible for building and leading a multidisciplinary software engineering and application support team to execute the Technology, Digital, and Data strategy. The key responsibilities include defining processes, tool sets, standards, and frameworks, managing critical third-party systems and integrations, and developing custom in-house digital solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team to provide application support and facilitate integration of business services. Establish and maintain processes, tools, and standards for efficient team operations. Design and build accessible, robust, and scalable digital solutions in line with corporate strategy, focusing on simplicity and elegance. Drive test automation for in-house services. Develop and execute a roadmap for systems and services. Champion Agile practices across the team and wider business. Team Leadership & Development Foster a high-support, high-challenge environment to drive performance and continuous improvement. Align team processes with organizational values and behaviors. Collaborate with the management team to support the development and delivery of the operational plan. Deputize for the Director when needed. Lead the team's professional development, emphasizing efficiency, integrity, and quality. Qualifications & Experience Essential: Strong knowledge of systems delivery and support, including both off-the-shelf and custom solutions. Expertise in API development/maintenance, Python, Java, or C#. Solid understanding of API security, testing (smoke, unit, integration), and secure coding standards. Experience with SQL, deployment to public cloud environments, and data encryption. Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Full driving license (no/minimal endorsements). Desirable: Knowledge of JavaScript, XML, and Test-Driven Development. Familiarity with CI/CD, performance testing, and service design. Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering business systems and change. Experience with CRM systems and Scrum Master or Delivery Manager roles. Other Requirements Knowledge of third-party Housing Management systems is an advantage. Welsh language skills (spoken/written) are a plus. Think this one's for you If you think this Software Engineering Manager opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Principal Data Scientist and Senior Data Engineer
Cardiff
Role: Principal Data Scientist and Senior Data Engineer Salary: £45,974 to £54,430 Location: Cardiff (hybrid) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Role Overview: This is chance to work in an organisation that uses data extensively to directly inform its work. As a key part of the data team, you will be supporting the organisation in that evidence based decision-making and working with colleagues who value that contribution. You'll be supported by friendly colleagues from the immediate team as well as other parts of the organisation, but also have the autonomy to make decisions relevant to your role. Key Responsibilities: Develop & Manage Data Science Capabilities: Lead and expand the the data science function in alignment with Digital and Data Profession and Government Statistical Service frameworks. Data Architecture: Build and maintain cloud-based data infrastructure supporting data science initiatives. Oversee data acquisition via APIs and other relevant methods. Support Organisational Data Needs: Collaborate across departments to leverage data science techniques, such as machine learning, NLP, statistical modeling, AI, and geospatial analysis, to: Enhance tax error and risk detection. Identify relationships in data to detect unauthorized or taxable activities. Develop APIs for seamless data transfer. Data Science Advocacy: Present data science projects internally and externally, simplifying technical content for non-technical audiences, including supporting data sharing initiatives. Data Governance: Partner with the Head of Information Governance to ensure all data analyses comply with data protection laws and regulatory guidelines. Skills Development & Mentoring: Continuously develop technical expertise in relevant data science areas. Assist and mentor colleagues in applying data science techniques to their work. Benefits: 31 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and 2 Privilege days Flexible and hybrid working Generous employer contribution of 28.97% Time off for wellbeing activities Green car scheme Cycle2Work and season travel tickets Access to subsidised sports groups Think this one's for you If you think this Principal Data Scientist and Senior Data Engineer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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IT Support Engineer
Gloucestershire
IT Support Engineer - Gloucester 💰 £27,000 - £30,000 📍 Office-based role in Gloucester 🕒 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Do you have a knack for troubleshooting and a passion for problem-solving? Do you want to be the go-to person for tech support in a professional, friendly environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! The Role We're looking for an IT Support Engineer to provide on-site technical support for a well-established professional services firm. You'll be the face of IT support, helping users with their tech issues, setting up new systems, and working alongside an external MSP for first-line support. What You'll Be Doing ✅ Resolving hardware, software, and network issues in the Gloucester office ✅ Assisting with user setup, server migrations, and IT security protocols ✅ Supporting employees with Microsoft 365, case management software, and remote working solutions ✅ Maintaining IT systems and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and data protection regulations (GDPR) ✅ Keeping IT asset records, troubleshooting guides, and documentation up to date What We're Looking For ✔ Strong IT troubleshooting skills and knowledge of IT infrastructure ✔ A proactive, organised, and problem-solving mindset ✔ Great communication skills with a professional, friendly approach ✔ Experience with Microsoft products What's in It for You? 🌟 Salary of £27,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience) 🌟 Opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment 🌟 Hands-on experience managing IT systems in a growing organisation Ready to Apply? Contact Lewis Allen to find out more! Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Full Stack Developer
Exeter
Full Stack Developer | Exeter / Remote | Up to £60,000 | Tech for Good company| Yolk Recruitment are working with an expanding tech for good company looking to grow their development function. They're based in Exeter but operate a fully remote working policy for their tech team. They're looking for an experienced mid level full stack developer, they use Microsoft stack (C# / .NET) with a vue frontend. The company create & operate software aimed at improving the lives of individuals with social difficulties, such as autism. Their software provides gives them access to specialist care services through innovative web & mobile applications. They're looking to scale their operation to help them service more users & have an ambitious growth plan in place to achieve this. This is focused on improving the accessibility & usability of their products with project plans including an established Azure / Kubernetes environment to help improve the efficiency of their code deployment. Main Responsibilities: Building new features Maintaining existing functionality Bug fixes Participate in PR reviews Write unit tests Be involved in planning and design Skills Required: Personal or commercial experience in Microsoft stack development (C# / .NET) Ideally you will have exposure to modern JavaScript frameworks (Vue, Angular or React) Knowledge of applying OOP, SOLID Principles and design patterns Cloud technologies - Azure DevOps & Azure Portal Experience with Git based version control Infrastructure as code experience (Terraform) Ability & willingness to learn new technologies Benefits: Salary up to £60,000 9 day fortnight (every other Friday off) Remote & flexible working 25 days holiday (Bank holidays on top) Please get in touch for further details! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.* 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and experience can apply
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Information Security Officer
Newport
Yolk Recruitment are pleased to be working on behalf of an established and innovative organisation, looking to strengthen their Cyber Resilience team with the addition of an Information Security Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and proactive security professional to play a key role in shaping the security landscape for critical IT and Cyber initiatives. Role Overview: As an Information Security Officer, you will work alongside the Information Security Manager, providing vital support on IT and Cyber projects. Your expertise will help ensure all projects align with security policies, secure architectural principles, and industry regulations, helping the business navigate the ever-evolving cyber landscape. You will be the trusted advisor to the Information Security Manager, Senior IT Security Manager, and Cyber Resilience teams, offering timely and credible advice on security risks and providing solutions to safeguard the organisation's information security posture. Key Responsibilities: Support the Information Security Manager in overseeing non-CAF based IT projects. Ensure all IT projects meet security requirements by delivering relevant security documentation at each project quality gate. Manage security assessments and penetration testing, coordinating engagements and code reviews for both ongoing and new projects. Report on security incidents and risks, ensuring the timely identification and resolution of any issues within IT projects. Coordinate and evaluate security tickets raised by internal teams, ensuring prompt attention and resolution. Monitor and manage any security control defects or failures through the SecOps ticket tracking system. Provide ongoing security support for both planned and ad-hoc projects, contributing to various business initiatives. Review and enhance the security operations capabilities, striving for continual improvement in both technical and administrative controls. Collaborate with Security Operations to ensure that all identified risks, defects, or failed controls are communicated effectively. Assist with any unplanned or ad-hoc information security tasks as needed. Skills and Experience: A strong passion for information security and a proactive approach to improving the organisation's security posture. Practical experience with cloud environments, particularly hybrid cloud solutions. Familiarity with private cloud technologies like VMware and public cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure is essential. A sound understanding of project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and PRINCE2. Knowledge of cyber attack modelling and breach investigation techniques. Experience with leading endpoint detection and threat management products. Strong understanding of network security, including network behaviour analytics and NAC. Commercially astute with a good ability to translate between technical and business language. Commitment to providing exceptional service to internal teams and stakeholders. Familiarity with security control and compliance standards, including NCSC CAF, ISO27002, IEC17789, CIS CSC, and NIST CSF. Solid understanding of CSIRT and incident response processes. Experience working with incident response providers is a bonus. Experience with Microsoft Defender products and Microsoft Sentinel is advantageous. Certifications (Desirable but not Essential): CISMP (Advantageous) SC-900, AZ-900 (Advantageous) CISSP, CISM (Advantageous) SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, AZ-500 (Advantageous)
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2nd Line Support Engineer
Swansea
2nd Line Support Engineer | Global Tech Company | Highly competitive salary + Sign on bonus & shares | Swansea | Hybrid (3 days per week in the office) Yolk Recruitment are proud to be working with one of Wales's most successful tech companies. Based in South Wales they've been growing rapidly over numerous years and are now looking to add to their support team to deal with increased client demand. In this role you will serve as a technical expert, diagnosing, investigating, and resolving escalated incident tickets to provide consistent and high-quality service to customers. This role is a good fit for computer science graduates looking to move into an organisation that prioritises career progression and personal development. Basic qualifications: - Experience in technical support, or experience in software development - Exceptional problem-solving skills, able to quickly understand issues and leverage available tools to hypothesise, diagnose, and resolve problems. Preferred qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent - Experience with programming/scripting (Batch, VB, PowerShell, Java, C#, Chef, Perl, Ruby and/or PHP) - Previous experience working in a Support Desk environment and utilizing associated Support Desk software and processes would be an advantage. Main Benefits: Lucrative bonus structure including guaranteed sign on bonus & shares 33 Days holiday (including BH) Numerous other employee benefits including flexible working options If you have any further questions, then please contact Dan Newton at Yolk Recruitment. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. * 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at http://www.yolkrecruitment.com/
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Senior Technical Analyst
Cardiff
Senior Technical Analyst Cardiff/Newport Up to £59,877 (+10% bonus) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be partnered with one of Wales' biggest non-profit organisations who service more than 3 million customers whilst contributing more than £840 million to protect the environment. Position Overview As a Senior Technical Analyst, you will play a critical role in implementing, configuring, governing, and advancing our technology portfolio. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills who is proactive in supporting a variety of business areas while continually seeking to enhance their technical expertise. Key responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities Desktop Services Management: Oversee and manage the underlying technologies and toolsets used to deliver desktop services across the organization. Provide technical expertise and specialist knowledge for all desktop infrastructure, with a focus on at least one core area of responsibility. Collaboration and Implementation: Collaborate closely with the ITS Lead Technical Architect and fellow Senior Technical Analysts to ensure all new and existing technologies meet design and security requirements. Regularly apply security updates and system patches for desktop service systems under your management. Vendor Relations & Roadmap Development: Work with vendors to develop and maintain a technical roadmap and support lifecycle for desktop systems, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies. Training and Knowledge Transfer: Mentor and train technical analysts within the desktop infrastructure team to ensure high levels of technical knowledge and exceptional customer service. Collaborative Environment You will work closely with: Enterprise Operations Delivery Lead Operational Heads of Service and Business Improvement Managers Colleagues from Business Information Services and ITS Architecture Teams Team members across Retail and Support Services, as needed Qualifications & Experience Technical Expertise: Extensive experience supporting and troubleshooting one or more of the following: Active Directory / PKI and Certificate Management Endpoint Detection and Response Azure Security Products PowerShell Scripting Azure Active Directory Azure certifications (SC300, AZ104) are highly desirable. Think this one's for you? If you think this Senior Technical Analyst is for you then apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Software Developer
Swansea
Software Developer |Hybrid | £30,000 - £45,000 Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working on behalf of a leading software company that specialises in developing cutting-edge solutions to enhance security operations. Their intuitive platform helps organisations streamline and automate security responses, improving efficiency and ensuring better outcomes. This isn't an out-of-the-box product-developers work closely with customers, product teams, and sales to deliver tailored solutions. A DevOps mindset is key, with customer-specific teams ensuring smooth project delivery and high satisfaction. If you're looking for an opportunity to progress your career, learn new technologies, and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this role is for you. What you'll be doing: Developing solutions based on user stories with guidance from senior team members. Writing high-quality, well-tested code that meets development standards. Producing technical documentation and contributing to team discussions. Continuously improving your skills and addressing any knowledge gaps. Tech stack: We're looking for experience in some of the following (you don't need them all!): C#, SQL, ASP.NET Vue.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS, HTML5 DevOps, CI/CD, Agile methodologies NoSQL databases, C++ Source control (Git, TFS, etc.)
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Senior Data Scientist
London
Senior Data Scientist £59,000 London (Hybrid) Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is partnering with an innovative civil service organization undergoing a digital transformation, focusing on advanced digital practices. Role Purpose Lead data science projects, including pricing analytics, predictive modeling, segmentation, and automation. Work with a team to derive insights from structured and unstructured data, supporting decision-making and ensuring high-quality outputs. Key Responsibilities Lead the automated reporting pipeline, optimizing code quality. Manage predictive modeling projects and develop new models. Enhance pricing analytics solutions and web applications. Drive product segmentation model development. Lead complex data projects, ensuring solid codebases. Build automated data pipelines and web applications. Own your data learning journey, becoming an expert in project-specific data. Person Specification Essential Experience Expertise in supervised and unsupervised ML algorithms to drive insights and process improvements. Experience building and deploying predictive and forecast models based on customer data. Communication Strong ability to communicate data insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience improving visualization efficiency and quality. Ability to simplify complex data for non-experts. Essential Qualifications Degree in a quantitative or statistical field. Essential Skills Programming: Expert in R or Python, with skills in code optimization, version control, and testing. Data Visualization: Advanced experience in creating web apps using Plotly/Dash/Shiny, with knowledge of CSS/JavaScript. Experience with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI. Technical Knowledge: Proficient in querying relational databases and data infrastructures (SQL/ORMs) in cloud and on-prem environments. Generative AI: Experience using generative AI in coding-related workflows. Here's What You'll Get in Return · Pension scheme up to 27.9% · 25 days annual leave · Very Flexible Working arrangements · Hybrid working options. Think this one's for you If you think this Senior Data Scientist opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfill their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Identity & Access Management Specialist
Newport
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management Specialist with a strong background in designing, implementing and managing robust IAM strategies and solutions to safeguard our client's information assets. The role involves ensuring secure and efficient access to resources, mitigating insider threats and enhancing overall cyber resilience. Reporting to the Cyber Resilience Manager this role is instrumental in maintaining a secure and efficient access control environment. You will be implementing IAM strategies, ensuring compliance with policies and managing access to resources effectively, this role significantly Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a comprehensive IAM strategy aligned with the Cyber Security Strategy. Design IAM architectures that support secure and efficient access controls across the business. Establish and enforce access governance policies and procedures. Conduct periodic access reviews and certifications to ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements. Design and implement processes for the entire identity lifecycle, including joiners, movers and leavers (JML). Implement and manage PAM solutions to control and monitor privileged access. Develop and enhance IAM-related incident response plans to address potential security incidents. Qualifications: Proven experience in IAM or related roles. In-depth knowledge of IAM principles, technologies, and best practices. Familiarity with IAM frameworks and standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology or related field. (desired) Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays which can be tailored to celebrations that reflect your beliefs Pension - 5% employee contribution, doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan "Choices" flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Annual salary review Discretionary annual bonus Company Sick Pay In-house Occupational Health Team Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive training Please get in touch for further details! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.* 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and experience can apply
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Manufacturing Project Manager
Bolton
Manufacturing Project Manager - INSIDE IR35 - Up to £31.50 per hour - BOLTON, ONSITE - 6 Months (w/ Likely Extension) - BPSS to START, MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE - SINGLE STAGE PROCESS Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Manufacturing Project Manager to join the team on an initial 6 month deal in Bolton. Overview of department: Manufacturing department Provide support to the Programme Managers and Manufacturing Management Team to define, plan, direct and deliver the manufacturing projects/contracts against business plan targets through rigorous cost control and schedule adherence. Manage stakeholder interfaces including internal customers and ensure accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance Role responsibilities: Planning, facilitating and providing support to the success of large scale contracts throughout the product life cycle. Developing and maintaining key relationships with internal customers and key subcontractors. Ensuring accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance and interpreting requirements back to manufacturing. Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of contract risk and opportunity plans/budgets. Communicating consolidated project/programme requirements to a multi-disciplined team to safeguard deliveries. Playing a key role in tendering/bidding activities associated with the successful acquisition of future business. Role requirements Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in the delivery of fixed cost programmes, of significant value, within a matrix organisation. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. A natural communicator, able to build strong relationships, with experience in driving multi-functional teams and delivering to tight time-scales. Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions. Experience in the application of Project Management skills at assistant level in a relevant business environment. ESD training Medical requirements None Health surveillance requirements Why you should come and work at our client's our client's, a world leader in missiles and missile systems, is a multi-national group with 10,000 employees on industrial facilities in France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States With some of the most sophisticated technology in defence, our client's is Europe’s leading guided weapons company and with this in mind we continually look to broaden our existing talent base whilst maintaining a strategic edge, by exploiting new markets and new applications for our world-class technology base Our work is complex, challenging and innovative. It takes a range of professionals across the full engineering and commercial spectrum to carry it out. Whatever field our people specialise in, they all share the same mind-set: a drive to make things work better and to redefine the established standards. Please note that in order to apply for our client's UK opportunities you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance. Skillset/experience required: Significant project experience required
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Operations Support
Broughton
Operations Support - Inside IR35 - Up to £23.17 per hour - 12 Months - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE, ONSITE - SINGLE STAGE PROCESS Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for an Operations Support to join our client in the engineering space in Broughton, Flintshire on an initial 12 month contract. Working alongside the production management team to coach and facilitate business improvement using the company-centric Operating System. Based on ‘Right first time’ Lean principles such as, Problem Solving, Kaizen (continuous improvement) and Quality Standards the Lean business improvement department of the Broughton site, is an exciting opportunity to influence and drive change in an established wing manufacturing facility. Tasks ❖ Support the team in deploying the tools of the system to drive continuous improvement ❖ Provide lean coaching to Operations managers & their teams ❖ Support continuous improvement/waste elimination of business governance and associated reviews ❖ Drive and influence change in a leading aircraft manufacturing environment ❖ Anticipate risks and find business improvement opportunities through data analysis ❖ Work alongside all business levels, adapting to changing landscapes within the business Skills ❖ Good knowledge of the application of Lean manufacturing ❖ Strong ability to work well in a team ❖ Innovative mindset with creativity & strong analytical skills ❖ Coaching improvement of standards and management routines ❖ Self-motivated in managing personal time, goals and objectives ❖ Focus on removal of non-value added activities with a strive for efficiency ❖ Able to work autonomously, recognising when support is required and seeking advice when necessary ❖ Have a customer focus and the ability to integrate well into the business ❖ Ability to manage stakeholder expectations & deliver on commitments ❖ Excellent communication skills and ability to present to a variety of audiences ❖ Confident & resilient with ability to challenge the status quo with blue sky thinking ❖ Change Management
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Yolk were incredibly helpful all the way through the job searching process. They made sure to keep tabs on me to see how I was doing and give me regular updates, as well as chasing up companies to get responses ASAP so as to not leave me in the dark. Great assistance all around.
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I’ve trusted Yolk to source developers and other technical roles for Wealthify and other businesses for years. They understand our company culture and technology stack, and have supported us in building a talented and loyal team. We value the close working relationship we have with Yolk over working with agencies further afield.
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Yolk have been superb throughout the process and it's really encouraging to work with agencies that understand matters such as IR35 in great detail. Recommended.
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Lewis and the team at Yolk Recruitment did a fantastic job helping us to grow a first-class development team from scratch. Ensuring that our specific requirements were well understood, the team worked not only to find candidates with right skills but, importantly, the right fit for our company culture and fast-paced start-up environment.
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I was contacted by Yolk's contract business about a new contractor opportunity that was coming up.On both our initial call and all subsequent ones they were very professional but also relatable, easy to talk to and frank in their guidance and when describing the role. They offered me a lot of support and checked in with me constantly through the recruitment process to make sure everything was proceeding as planned.They also reached out to me ...
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I recently worked with Lewis on an assignment to a Public Sector organisation and found him very hard working and supportive, from acquiring the assignment in the first place, working through the confusion of new IR35 contract issues, as well as ongoing housekeeping and support throughout the contract life span. I absolutely look forward to working with him again.
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Working with Yolk Recruitment has been a pleasure over the last twelve months, they have engaged with HEFCE's values, culture and understand what managers need from a candidate filling a role. They take the time to get to know the organisation and understand what is needed from each role, they take the time to come and meet our managers at our offices to understand how best someone can fit in the teams. This has proven to work as they identify...
Key Tech & Digital Team Contacts
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Daniel Newton
Principal Consultant | Technology & Digital
Daniel specialises in Software Development & Test, Project Delivery & Cyber Security recruitment.
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Lewis Allen
Manager | Technology & Digital
Lewis manages our Tech team, providing candidates and clients with robust solutions.
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Joe Hopkin
Consultant | Software Development Recruitment
Joe specialises in software development recruitment, thriving in connecting talent with opportunities in the South Wales and South West market.
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Brian Meyer
Senior Principal Consultant | Contract
Brian boasts a wealth of experience in the recruitment and IT industry, boasting a network of over 8000 active tech connections.
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Pavan Arora
Managing Director
As Yolk's Managing Director, Pavan ensures our business lines, service offerings and marketing channels are fully integrated to provide the premium offering we have come to be known for.
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