18 management jobs found in Reading

Senior Project Manager - Data Centre Exit Contract £600 - £700 a day (Outside IR35) Reading - Hybrid My client are looking for a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience gained working on Global Data Centre projects, in particular working on the exiting and decommissioning of offshore Global Data Centres. The successful contractor will be well versed in managing complex workstreams within large infrastructure projects and will have a strong demonstrable track record of managing end-to-end Data Centre Exit projects, including Data Centre Decommissioning. This project will involve leading on the Decommissioning of two North America based Data Centres, therefore the ability to work across time-zones when required is essential. This role demands a strong track record of working on Data Centre Migration workstreams, with a solid understanding of Server, Storage and Virtualization. One of the key deliverables will be moving Virtual Machines to AWS, as such broad...

My client are looking for a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience gained working on Global Data Centre projects, in particular working on the exiting and decommissioning of offshore Global Data Centres. The successful contractor will be well versed in managing complex workstreams within large infrastructure projects and will have a strong demonstrable track record of managing end-to-end Data Centre Exit projects, including Data Centre Decommissioning. This project will involve leading on the Decommissioning of two North America based Data Centres, therefore the ability to work across time-zones when required is essential. This role demands a strong track record of working on Data Centre Migration workstreams, with a solid understanding of Server, Storage and Virtualization. One of the key deliverables will be moving Virtual Machines to AWS, as such broad knowledge and experience of AWZ, Azure and hybrid cloud projects is essential. Another key deliverable will be...

Role:                     Finance Transformation Specialist / PMO                                   (S/4HANA) (Outside of IR35) Location:             Milton Keynes  MK13  Rate:                    Negotiable   – Outside IR35 or PAYE Contract:            6–12 months, Monday–Friday (37.5 hrs) Our client is launching a major Finance Transformation Programme, including a full SAP S/4HANA migration starting in Q2/Q3 2026. They are seeking an experienced Finance Transformation Specialist / PMO with strong ERP implementation experience (SAP S/4HANA or ECC). Experience in financial or statutory reporting is highly advantageous. About the Role You will play a key role in supporting the S/4HANA system build, driving finance process improvements, and enhancing statutory reporting capability. This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑moving transformation environment. Key Responsibilities ERP Transformation (S/4HANA): Act as FI/CO functional specialist/PMO throughout...

Contract Tech Lead £800pd - outside IR35 2 days per week, Hampshire We need an urgent contract Tech Lead for 6 months for a long standing banking client of mine. Someone with solid Vendor Management experience, who is hands on (not day to day coding) but can roll up their sleeves and get stuck into the change the business is goign through over the next 12 months. They are growing fast, hit profitability this year and we need a people and technology leader to lean in an support the tech teams and technical challenges around new and existing suppliers. This isn't just a delivery role. It's about people, purpose and progress. You'll coach and mentor a team of around five engineers, creating an environment where people feel supported to grow, challenge ideas and do their best work. You'll champion engineering best practice, encourage curiosity, and help embed a culture that's collaborative, commercially aware and outcome-focused. Working closely with product, design and third-party...

6 to 12 month contract engagement Outside IR35 UK Remote Role: Lead the end-to-end design and configuration of IFS Service Management (and related service execution capabilities), ensuring scalable processes, clean integration patterns, and a blueprint fit for multi-country deployment. Skills & Experience: * Strong expertise with IFS (preferably IFS Cloud) in Service/Field Service/Asset Service domains. * Strong understanding of service execution and maintenance contexts (eg, renewables O&M, utilities, industrial services). * Proven architecture ownership across multi-site/multi-country rollouts. * IFS Service Management configuration expertise (service contracts, work orders, planning/scheduling, mobile). * Integration design thinking (APIs, Middleware patterns, event flows). * Workshop facilitation, design authority behaviours, structured documentation. Bonus: * Exposure to IFS FSM/Mobile, Resource Scheduling Optimization, or similar planning tools. *...

Role: AI Architect (Contract) Location: UK - Remote with occasional site meetings Engagement: OUTSIDE IR35 Client: FTSE250 organisation Duration: Initial 6 months Location : Multiple locations (London, Manchester, Birmingham) Overview A leading FTSE250 organisation is investing heavily in its next-generation technology strategy and is seeking a highly experienced AI Architect . You will define and drive enterprise AI architecture across the business, shaping standards, frameworks and scalable AI platforms that unlock measurable value. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, engineering, data and governance. Key Responsibilities AI Strategy & Enterprise Architecture Define and evolve the enterprise-wide AI architecture and roadmap Establish standards, patterns and reusable frameworks for AI/ML and generative AI Ensure alignment with cloud, data and enterprise architecture strategies AI Platforms & Technical Enablement Architect...

Lead Business Analyst - Regulatory Reporting, Commodities £800 - £900pd - Outside of IR35 London Business Analyst, Project Management, Commodity Trading, Commodities, Regulatory Reporting, Regulation, Operating Model, TOM, Financial Services, EMIR, CFTC, REMIT, Process Change, TOM A Global Commodity Trading business are currently seeking a Lead Business Analyst to join them on a 12 month initial contract to implement a Regulatory Reporting Operating Model in the business. Essential Requirements: (Please do not apply if the below are not met) * Experience working as a Business Analyst in a Commodity Trading business * Excellent Commodity Trading Trade Lifecycle knowledge * Very strong Regulatory Reporting knowledge, ideally covering EMIR, REMIT and CFTC * Very strong Process Change and Target Operating Model experience * Excellent verbal and written communication skills If you meet all of these requirements please apply for immediate consideration.

Microsoft Technology AI Architect - 3 months contract - onsite London Based Position Overview We are looking for a Microsoft Technology AI Architect to design and implement an enterprise‑grade AI Solution Development & Governance Framework that enables over 100 AI and data use cases. You’ll embed with a single UK financial services client, shaping a scalable, secure, and auditable approach across Copilot Studio (Power Platform) and Azure AI Foundry (with scope to extend to non‑Microsoft AI where appropriate). The role balances innovation with proportional governance and clear SDLC practices to support future ISO/IEC 42001 accreditation and alignment to ISO/IEC 27001 . Salary & Benefits The budgeted day rate for this role is up to £735 per day - experience dependent Outside of IR35 Responsibilities Define the AI Solution Development Strategy & Governance Framework , aligning AI adoption to business outcomes, risk appetite, and...

Delivery Manager - Infrastructure & Digital Workplace | Outside IR35 | London | Hybrid Delivery Manager needed for a leading specialty insurance client in London. My client is continuing their technology transformation journey and require a highly experienced and skilled Delivery Manager. They seek a delivery driven technology leader with a strong background in infrastructure and end user technology. You will specialise in turning complex operational requirements into real, ready to run services. This is an opportunity to significantly influence a business critical technology transformation, bringing structure, momentum, and operational efficiency to a high visibility portfolio. You'll be Embedded in a modernisation programme that is reshaping how end-user services are delivered globally.   The successful candidate will come from a high paced, dynamic financial services environment and will have a history of delivering to similar customers.   *This is a hybrid...

Business Analyst | Power & Gas SME | £800/Day OUTside IR35 | Energy Trading – 6 months rolling | Hybrid Business Analyst SME in the Power trading space is needed for a commodities & energy trading firm, covering both physical & derivative trading. With their continued growth and onboarding new products, in line with new regulatory changes, they need a ETRM SME Business analyst to work on Project lifecycle covering business requirements analysis, functional specification of changes, testing as required and support of UAT. As a Power Business Analyst – You will leverage your deep knowledge of the European power market, experience with ETRMs, middle - back-office systems, processes to ensure the successful delivery of business and technology changes. Strong BA skills are also essential in this new area of the business, as well as teasing out requirements to map them out in an Azure DevOps board with enough detail for the developers to elaborate on. As a...

Role: NHS Programme Manager - HR/Workforce Transition - Contract Role x2 Seniority: Consultant - Director Day rate: £400-£700/day Outside IR35 Project duration(s): 1-3 months, starting asap Location: Hybrid in London We’re supporting a London-based healthcare transformation consultancy seeking Programme Managers to deliver NHS transformation initiatives. This role requires strong NHS HR/workforce transition experience within an NHS Trust setting. You’ll lead workstreams, drive organisational design, manage stakeholders, and ensure robust governance and reporting. We’ve a preference for you to apply directly via the Project Blackbook website as the consultancy will eventually view your profile in our platform. If you are already in the community, feel free to quickly apply here or reach out to your Blackbook contact, but no need to re-apply directly. Tasks Lead delivery of assigned workstreams, ensuring effective planning and execution Manage...

IT Applications Manager - Central London £650 - £700 p/d (outside IR35) - 3 month initial term Well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced IT Applications Manager to join them on a permanent basis. This is a critical leadership role within an organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, with ambitious growth and acquisition plans driving demand for scalable, standardised and efficient business applications. Reporting into the Head of IT, you will lead the delivery, governance and optimisation of business applications across the enterprise. This role blends strategic oversight, hands-on expertise with modern low-code/no-code platforms and direct leadership of a multidisciplinary applications team. The IT Applications Manager will oversee a suite of core enterprise systems, including but not limited to: Workday, UKG (Kronos), COINS, SharePoint, Snowflake, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Pro-Sapien, Primavera P6...

WE ARE: At Adaptive, we are a financial consulting firm that partners with capital, commodity, and digital market participants. We value differentiation through technology. Our experienced teams design and deliver complex front-office technology solutions using our proven accelerators to create long-term competitive advantage. Our clients include the world's leading investment banks, investment managers, fintech and capital market service providers. With a global reach with offices in London, New York, Barcelona, Manila and Montreal, we have a proven track record of delivering powerful, elegant and intuitive trading technology solutions. We are now looking for Solution Engineer services for  an initial 6 month contract. Skills Required: Exceptional technical skills and able to solve complex problems as part of a team Experience building solutions in the capital markets domain Able to build strong relationships easily with Adaptive team and end...

Initial 6 month contract Up to £700/day (Outside IR35) London - 2-3 days on-site per week This is a unique chance to shape the future of enterprise applications in a prestigious global law firm. you'll drive the selection, design, and delivery of COTS and SaaS solutions, ensuring seamless adoption across a distributed workforce. Work at the intersection of cutting-edge Microsoft technologies and specialist legal tools, contributing to simplification, efficiency, and innovation while supporting a diverse, high-performing team that values trust, empowerment, and global perspectives. Job Title: Applications Architect Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Rate: Up to £700/day (Outside IR35) Working Arrangement: 2-3 days on-site per week Location: Central London The Role : Act as the primary technical lead for new applications and cloud-hosted SaaS projects, providing subject matter expertise to projects, suppliers, and design governance boards. Own...

Role: AI Engineer Location: Central London (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 Months + Extensions Rate: £600–£800 per day (Outside IR35, flexible for exceptional candidates)   A leading European private credit manager is seeking an experienced AI Engineer to join on a contract basis. This role will focus on taking AI proof-of-concepts developed across the investment business and productionising them into scalable solutions.   You will act as the key bridge between investment teams (Portfolio Managers, Credit, and Origination) and technology, helping transform AI ideas into practical tools that enhance investment decision-making and operational efficiency.   Key Responsibilities: Serve as the designated AI engineering lead responsible for productionising AI POCs. Develop and fine-tune LLM-based solutions (e.g. RAG, prompt engineering, embeddings, vector search). Collaborate closely with investment...

Job Title: Technical/Functional Business Analyst - Funds Location: London (2/3 days on-site per week) Salary/Rate: £600 - 700 per day outside IR35 Start Date: June Job Type: Initial contract until 31/12/2026 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Hybrid Business Analyst (Functional/Technical) with deep exposure to the investment funds domain. Job Responsibilities/Objectives This role requires a highly business-aligned individual who can bridge the gap between stakeholders and technical teams, with a strong grasp of fund structures, lifecycles, and associated processes. Engage with business stakeholders to elicit, analyse, and document requirements (both functional and technical) Translate business needs into clear, structured specifications for delivery teams Produce high-quality documentation, including: o Business requirements...

6 to 12 month contract engagement Outside IR35 UK Remote Role: Lead the end-to-end design and configuration of IFS Service Management (and related service execution capabilities), ensuring scalable processes, clean integration patterns, and a blueprint fit for multi-country deployment. Skills & Experience: * Strong expertise with IFS (preferably IFS Cloud) in Service/Field Service/Asset Service domains. * Strong understanding of service execution and maintenance contexts (e.g., renewables O&M, utilities, industrial services). * Proven architecture ownership across multi-site / multi-country rollouts. * IFS Service Management configuration expertise (service contracts, work orders, planning/scheduling, mobile). * Integration design thinking (APIs, middleware patterns, event flows). * Workshop facilitation, design authority behaviours, structured documentation. Bonus: * Exposure to IFS FSM / Mobile, Resource Scheduling Optimization, or similar planning tools....

About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Data Services Engineer to support a secure Defence programme based in Milton Keynes. This is a hands-on role combining Oracle APEX development, reporting, and database support, with a strong focus on production stability and performance optimisation. Due to the nature of the project, active UK SC Clearance is mandatory. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain applications using Oracle APEX Design and manage reports using JasperReports or similar tools Write and optimise complex SQL queries Perform database performance tuning and troubleshooting Provide production support (incident management, root cause analysis) Monitor systems and ensure high availability of critical applications Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders on data requirements Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with Oracle APEX Experience with JasperReports or other reporting platforms Advanced SQL and database...