Total 21 job vacancies by Hays Specialist Recruitment

React Developer
Leeds
£400 to £600 outside IR35

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a React Developer to join an ambitious and growing tech company based in the Leeds area.

Your new role
In your new role you will be working within the team to optimise performance and maintain a high-quality codebase, whilst developing responsive, dynamic, and scalable front-end features. You will be working closely with backend developers and designers to deliver seamless user interfaces. You will be working to making the user interface user-friendly, collaborating on integrating PostgreSQL database functionality.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong proficiency in React, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS
• Experience with PostgreSQL, and AWS-hosted applications
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Git, and agile methodologies
• Problem-solving ability to take ownership of features and deliver solutions

What you need to do now
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Your new company

Join a dynamic and innovative leader in the cycling and powersports sector, known for their innovative products and global partnerships with top teams and athletes. They are seeking a skilled Digital Marketing & CRM Manager to drive their digital strategy and enhance customer engagement.

Your new role

As the Digital Marketing & CRM Manager, you will oversee digital marketing initiatives across multiple platforms, manage CRM strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise customer acquisition and retention.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in digital marketing and CRM strategies
• Proven track record in managing performance, marketing and SEO
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Experience with tools such as Shopify and email marketing platforms

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• 33 days of holiday, including bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee perks
• A vibrant and supportive work environment

What you need to do now

Ready to take the next step in your career? Click 'apply now' to submit your CV or get in touch for more details.

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Digital Services Manager - Technical Services Team

Leeds

£80,000 + 10% Bonus

Your new company:

Hays is recruiting a talented technical leader to join our client's Digital Applications and Workplace Services team.

Your new role:

• Manage the firm's digital services, including SaaS, Public and Private Cloud, and In-House Developed Services.

• Ensure the efficient operation and optimisation of various business applications.

• Oversee cloud-based Digital Applications and Workplace infrastructure.
• Promote KPIs, agility, automation, and compliance.
• Implement continuous improvement plans and manage changes.
• Lead and enhance the team towards high performance.
• Drive performance in third-party and vendor partnerships.
• Provide escalation support for Digital Application and Workplace issues.
• Manage resources and support models for future digital service roadmaps.
• Ensure quality technical documentation and DR/BCP readiness.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Experience in managing enterprise applications and cloud solutions.
• Strong service management and leadership skills.
• Proven track record in people and team management.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and structured project management methods.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to work in a rapidly changing environment.

What you'll get in return:

You will receive a competitive salary of up to £80,000, a bonus of up to 10%, and a hybrid working arrangement. Additionally, you will benefit from 26 days of holiday, Private Medical Insurance, and a 5% pension contribution.

What you need to do now
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Test Engineer - 3 days on site in Leeds

Rate: £350 - £400 in scope / umbrella

Location: Leeds + Remote - 3 days per week on site

Duration: 6 months

As the Test Engineer, you will report into the QA Test Manager and be responsible for defining and conducting manual (functional, integration, regression tests) and automated tests, adhering to standards and procedures to validate the suitability of the software in test.

Collaboration within cross-functional teams alongside software developers and project teams is essential, contributing to the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and reports on both functional and non-functional requirements in a blend of agile and waterfall environments.

Dealing with a variety of stakeholders, internal and external, stakeholder management is also a key part of this role and needs someone with very strong stakeholder management skills.

• Responsible for defining and conducting manual (functional, integration and regression) and automated tests, adhering to standards and procedures to validate the suitability of the software in test.
• Responsible for defining, creating and building an automation framework from scratch across front end and back-end systems, embedding and expanding the test pack over the coming months.
• Contributing to the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and reports on both functional and non-functional requirements in a blend of agile and waterfall environments
• Working with external delivery partners on multiple projects
• Participating in and contributing to Agile ceremonies
• Supporting the QA Test Manager in introducing improvements and helping build the QA function.
• Define, develop and execute test cases in accordance with specified requirements and priorities to validate software releases
• Formulate tests aimed at risk mitigation
• Compile bug reports and offer constructive feedback to software development teams
• Creation of Test Plans and Test Exit reports where needed

Essential Knowledge

• Expert level of understanding of all test phases across the SDLC and the application of them
• Experience of using testing tools such as Azure DevOps (Test Plans), Jira, ALM to capture testing artifacts and results
• Ability to influence stakeholders and technical resources to assist them in delivering business outcomes
• Experience in UI testing, Database testing and API testing experience, ideally using Postman
• Experience in Behaviour Driven Development (BDD)
• Experience in Automation of front and back-end systems and apps (design, build, execute and maintain)
• Experience in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall deliveries, with hands-on experience of participating in and contributing to Agile ceremonies
• Strong communication, engagement and influencing skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to articulate solutions in a business context
• Clear business acumen, patience, pragmatism, strong judgemental and problem-solving skills to solve problems and make recommendations
• Effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Outstanding written and verbal presentational skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and third-party suppliers, especially where testing occurs across multiple parties and vendors
• Self-starter with ability to work on their own initiative in a small team with minimal supervision and able to prioritise own work effectively.

Desirable Knowledge

• Any knowledge of MS Azure, MS Dynamics 365, 4th Generation Banking platforms and Workday configuration
• Knowledge and understanding of business processes associated with financial service organisations, ideally in Corporate Banking
• Experience coding in Python
• Experience of Selenium Web Driver.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Lead IT Engineer
Leeds-with travel around Yorkshire
£31,000 to £35,000

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a Lead IT Engineer to join a large, growing public sector organisation based in the Yorkshire area. You will be part of the IT Service Support team and will be reporting to the IT Service Support Manager. You will be required to visit various sites across Yorkshire offering a wide-ranging technical support service.

Your new role
In your new role, you will be responsible for maintaining the availability and functionality of the end-user environment, whilst taking ownership of complex technical tasks, supporting infrastructure improvement projects, and optimising the investment in IT systems. You will be delivering outstanding customer service and support, as well as taking a proactive approach to work, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail.

You will also be providing support for Microsoft O365, deploying and installing software, managing Active Directory and troubleshooting printers, whilst supporting Windows 10/11 deployment, resolving related issues and troubleshooting PC hardware problems. You will also be conducting basic network and connectivity troubleshooting.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in tier 2 technical support, along with extensive knowledge of computer systems, hardware, and software
• Significant experience of desktop operating systems, software packaging, mobile device management and deployment tools
• Experience working Microsoft O365 such as Azure and SharePoint
• Having a basic understanding of network troubleshooting
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical individuals
• Driving License & access to a vehicle is essential

What you'll get in return
This exciting position is paying between £31,000 to £35,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: hybrid working, generous annual leave (27 days rising to 32 after 1 years' service, training, and development opportunities.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
Corporate Governance Lead is required on a 12-month FTC basis for a growing public sector organisation based in Leeds. This role is offered on a remote basis with an occasional trip to the office in Leeds.

Your new role
The post holder is responsible for providing professional expertise of the governance arrangements for the organisation particularly in the areas of assurance and risk management.
The role will involve:

• Embedding an integrated corporate governance framework through the organisation.
• Managing the development and implementation of an effective risk management framework for the organisation.
• Ensuring secretariat duties for the Governance groups are in place
• Secretariat duties for Board sub- committees
• Acting as key liaison between the organisation and the internal audit service supplier.
• The post holder will have responsibility for the Line Management of a Corporate Governance Manager.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Previous Secretariat support ideally for the senior leadership team/board
• Experience of Governance, Risk, Process, Policy, improvement and audit within a public sector organisation would be ideal
• Experience of develop and maintaining corporate governance framework
• Previous mentoring or line management experience would be ideal

What you'll get in return
This exciting role is paying between £53,000 and £60,500 dependant on experience and is offered on a 12 Months FTC basis. This offers 27 days annual leave, remote working and lots of flexibility.

What you need to do now
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Your new company

A rapidly growing leader in the bicycle and powersports industry, known for their innovative products and global partnerships with top teams and athletes. They are seeking a passionate Social Media Manager to enhance their online presence and drive engagement.

Your new role

Oversee all social media channels, drive growth in reach and engagement, analyse trends, and collaborate with various departments to enhance the brand presence.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in social media management
• Previous expertise within the bicycle or powersports industries (or similar)
• Strong understanding of social media trends
• Highly organised and team-oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Rewards
• Pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent staff discounts
• Dynamic office environment

Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now

Ready to make an impact? Click 'apply now' to submit your CV or contact us for more information.

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Test Engineer - 3 days on site in Leeds
Rate: £350 - £400 in scope / umbrella
Location: Leeds + Remote - 3 days per week on site
Duration: 6 months

As a Test Engineer, you will report into the QA Test Manager and be responsible for defining and conducting manual (functional, integration, regression and UAT tests) and automated tests, adhering to standards and procedures to validate the suitability of the software in test.

Collaboration within cross-functional teams alongside software developers and project teams is essential, contributing to the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and reports on both functional and non-functional requirements in a blend of agile and waterfall environments.

Dealing with a variety of stakeholders, internal and external, stakeholder management is also a key part of this role and needs someone with very strong stakeholder management skills.

Due to the small size of the QA Team, you will need to be comfortable working on your own initiative with minimal supervision.

• Responsible for defining and conducting manual (functional, integration, regression and UAT tests) and automated tests, adhering to standards and procedures to validate the suitability of the software in test.
• Responsible for defining, creating and building an automation framework from scratch across front end and back-end systems, embedding and expanding the test pack over the coming months.
• Contributing to the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and reports on both functional and non-functional requirements in a blend of agile and waterfall environments
• Supporting business stakeholders in UAT, which will include supporting with scope definition, definition of test scripts and data requirements, followed by hands on support and involvement during UAT execution
• Working with external delivery partners on multiple projects
• Participating in and contributing to Agile ceremonies
• Compile bug reports and offer constructive feedback to software development teams
• Creation of Test Plans and Test Exit reports where needed
• Provide UAT support to business colleagues and participate in UAT testing

Essential Knowledge

• Expert level of understanding of all test phases across the SDLC and the application of them
• Experience of using testing tools such as Azure DevOps (Test Plans), Jira, ALM to capture testing artifacts and results
• Ability to influence stakeholders and technical resources to assist them in delivering business outcomes
• Experience in UI testing, database testing and API testing experience, ideally using Postman
• Experience in Behaviour Driven Development (BDD)
• Experience in Automation of front and back-end systems and apps (design, build, execute and maintain)
• Experience in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall deliveries, with hands-on experience of participating in and contributing to Agile ceremonies

Desirable Knowledge

• Any knowledge of MS Azure, MS Dynamics 365, 4th Generation Banking platforms and Workday configuration
• Knowledge and understanding of business processes associated with financial service organisations, ideally in Corporate Banking
• Experience coding in Python
• Experience of Selenium Web Driver.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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As a leading Northern regional practice, my client currently has an excellent role available for a lawyer (Solicitor/CILEx) who can demonstrate some good costs experience across a minimum of 2 years.

The successful candidate will be assigned to and be responsible for a highly successful litigation team in the development and expansion of their offering by providing quality and intricate specialist costs litigation advice.

Candidates can expect to work closely with the Partners and fee earners in a highly collegiate team. Specific duties associated with this role will include the preparation of costs scheduled and formal Court costs budgets; managing costs negotiations with opposing representatives, acquiring client instructions as and when required and helping to contribute to the wider department's business objectives whilst keeping up to date with relevant changes and developments in the law.

This role is open to candidates who live within a commutable distance of either the centre of Leeds or Newcastle given that the team this role exists within has teams in both locations. Hybrid working is in operation across both locations and candidates can expect a good balance of in-office/remote work.

For further information about this role, please contact Samuel Higgins at Hays Legal (0113 200 3717 / ).

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Change Manager (18 months FTC)
Leeds
£43,000 to £48,000

Your new company
Hays Technology are recruiting a Change Manager for a public sector organisation in the Leeds area, on an 18-month fixed term contract. It will be reporting to Transformation Directorate.

Your new role
As a Change Manager, you will be implementing change management plans that maximise adoption and minimise resistance, by ensuring that colleagues and stakeholders are well-informed about the changes and have the right tools and knowledge needed for the change. You will also play a leading role in the elevating the organisation's capability and performance in change management coaching and supporting project delivery teams in change adoption best practice.

You will play a key role in ensuring projects meet objectives by increasing employee adoption. Within this role, you will identify and manage key stakeholders and analyse potential resistance to change, by assessing impact and readiness. In conjunction with the communications team, you will develop and implement effective engagement plans, and work with Learning and Development colleagues to create and deliver learning plans to maximise adoption of change. You will track and monitor change management initiatives throughout their lifecycle and provide analysis of effectiveness to test and apply them to future projects.

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstratable experience as a Change Manager or in change-related roles.
• In depth understanding of how people go through the change process, change Models and their practical application in large organisations.
• Proven ability to support employees on their change journeys.
• Experience implementing changes to business processes, technologies and systems and a proven ability to support employees in their change journeys.
• Hands-on experience identifying problems at an early stage and effectively solving problems.
• Proven experience of working in project teams and implementing change projects/programs of work.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand change impacts and business readiness.

What you'll get in return
This exciting position is paying between £43,000 and £48,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: home working, generous annual leave, public sector employer contribution pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a well established manufacturing company that specialise in the production of alloys. With a site based just outside of Swansea, this could be a great opportunity for you.
Your new role
Within this role you will be expected to deliver preventative maintenance (ppm) activities alongside reactive breakdowns of the machinery. You will deliver on electrical tasks, but also have an understanding of how to repair mechanical systems such as pumps, valves, motors, hydraulics and pneumatics and perform these tasks when required.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed you will need to have both electrical and mechanical maintenance skills, where an understanding of using PLC systems and fault-finding is essential.Strong candidates will have either HND, HNC OR OND within an electrical or similar related maintenance field. Strong candidates will also be those who have experience working with companies that work with metal, although this is not essential.
What you need to do now
This opportunity works on a double day shift pattern, 6-2 and 2-10. With potential to work overtime hours.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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One of the leading UK national law firms has an excellent opportunity in their Leeds office for an experienced construction solicitor with a minimum of 4 years' post qualification experience (candidates with lower PQE levels may be considered depending on particular experience).

This is a mixed construction role which will involve dealing with both contentious and non-contentious matters. Therefore, candidates with previous experience of doing both lines of construction work will be of particular interest to my client. Applications with only non-contentious experience would also be of interest to my client.

It is important to my client that applying candidates are able to work independently for a significant amount of time whilst being assisted by junior members of the team who in turn assist other Partners within the division. Business development will also be a key part of this role, so candidates should only consider applying if they are comfortable with a client-facing role.

Hybrid working is available with this role and salary will be commensurate with a candidate's level of experience.

For further information about this role, please contact Samuel Higgins at Hays Legal by e-mailing or by calling 0113 200 3717.

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My client is one of the leading global organisations in the construction and engineering sector. They have an excellent legal team located across the country and have a particularly good offering from a cultural and further development point of view in their Leeds City Centre office. There is an opportunity available for candidates who are looking for an in-house position and who have a good level of commercial contracts experience, ideally with some previous exposure to dealing with construction agreements.

Candidates of interest for this position will be those who are at the newly qualified level as a solicitor, are qualified legal executives through CILEx, or those who can show previous experience working as a paralegal handling a wide range of commercial agreements (especially anyone who has had exposure to construction agreements and industry standard forms such as NEC).

Strong academic achievement is essential for candidates wanting to apply for this position. Most importantly, my client is keen to recruit someone with a strong interest in commercial construction law and anyone with a particular interest in the engineering sector who meets the above criteria will be of equal interest.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Samuel Higgins at Hays Legal by e-mailing Samuel.Higgins@hays/.com, or by calling 0113 200 3717.

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SITS Developer
6 Months Contract
Remote
£450 - £500 a day

Your new company
Hays Specialist recruitment are seeking an experienced SITS Developer to join an ambitious educational institution based in Hull. This role is offered on an initial 6 Months FTC basis with possible further extension.

Your new role
In your new role, you will be a SITS specialist with a proven track record of SITS enhancement and support in a digital services setting. You will be responsible for the technical development, maintenance and support of the student information systems . As a SITS developer you will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ensuring that the Student Information System deliverables align perfectly with organisational needs.
With a focus on continuous improvement, the post holder must stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry best practices, contributing to the optimisation of IT services and overall business operations.
You will be involved with a number of areas including configuration, technical support , integration, management and resolution of incidents, security and documentation across the SITS system.


What you'll need to succeed
* Experience of relevant SITS software tools including E:Vision tasks, messaging, vistas, containers and container options, IPP processes, SRLs and SRL syntax and Stu-Talk. Knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) processes and best practices
* Strong knowledge of the appropriate platform architecture and modules
* Proficiency in JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, SQL and T-SQL stored procedures.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills


What you need to do now
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This Leeds law firm has a good business model and a respected employment practice that operates across numerous sectors.

This employment solicitor role will see you join a nicely sized team that continues to grow. The role will see you focus on a respondent caseload for a super client list. The work will be a genuine mix of contentious and advisory work.

Candidates applying for this role should be an employment lawyer with 3 to 6 years' PQE. You will need a good grounding in employment law and should have solid technical skills as well as the ability to provide well-rounded, pragmatic solutions for clients.

This is a firm with a very different ethos that can provide a collegiate and supportive backdrop to your career. For an employment lawyer looking to take their career forward in an environment that can provide high quality work mixed with a good work/life balance, then this role will tick these boxes. The salary is extremely competitive and is negotiable depending on your experience.

For further information about this role, please contact Samuel Higgins on 0113 200 3717 /

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