D365FO Senior Finance Functional Consultant - £675-725 per day Outside IR35, Buckinghamshire (hybrid) – initial contract until end of May, then extensions.
Are you an independent consulting specialising in D365 Finance and work to a ‘lead’ level? If you are an out and out contractor, enjoy working at End Users and have extensive D365 Finance consulting experience, please apply. This role is for a lead finance functional consultant in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Finance.
Key skills required:
- Extensive experience with Dynamics 365 F&O at a senior functional / finance consultant level
- Strong Finance / Accountancy background
- Extensive contracting background with end users
- Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams and manage stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent written and verbal English
If you are interested, available to start ASAP and have the right experience then apply! Please note, you must be based in the UK and happy to work 2 days per week in Buckinghamshire.
D365FO Senior Finance Functional Consultant - £675-725 per day Outside IR35, Buckinghamshire (hybrid) – initial contract until end of May, then extensions.
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Network Automation Engineer Specialist (telecoms/ network)
Hybrid working (2-3 days in customer office in London) – working between Reading and London
Permanent – 12-month fix term contract
About the Role:
We are looking for a skilled and self-motivated Network Automation Engineer Specialist with hands-on experience in Itential IAP, Cisco NSO, and Python scripting. The ideal candidate will have experience automating network devices (routers, firewalls, servers), strong CI/CD skills with GitLab, and familiarity with Red Hat OS, OpenShift, and automation frameworks. Experience with API management platforms (Apigee, Kong, OpenShift API Management) and Web Application Firewalls (WAF) is highly desirable. This role will drive network automation, infrastructure-as-code deployments, and platform integrations.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain network automation using Itential IAP, Cisco NSO, and Python.
- Manage workflows, integrations, APIs, and multi-vendor network devices.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitLab.
- Deploy and manage automation microservices on Red Hat OpenShift.
- Work with Python, YAML, XML, JavaScript, and Jinja for automation tasks.
- Integrate with HashiCorp Vault for secure secrets management.
- Implement and manage API Management solutions and Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
- Collaborate with DevOps, NetOps, and Security teams.
- Troubleshoot and optimize automation workflows and platform performance.
- Ensure adherence to security best practices and regulations.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with Itential IAP and Cisco NSO.
- 5–7 years of telecom experience, with 3–4 years in telecom automation.
- Strong knowledge of network administration and firewall configuration (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Juniper).
- Hands-on CI/CD experience with GitLab pipelines.
- Experience with containerized applications on Red Hat OpenShift.
- Proficient in Python, JavaScript, YAML, XML, YANG, and Jinja templates.
- Experience with API management (Apigee, Kong, OpenShift API Management) and API lifecycle.
- Background in UNIX/Linux administration and working with REST APIs, JSON, webhooks.
- Experience with Web Application Firewalls (WAF) (F5 ASM, AWS WAF, Azure WAF).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
To apply or find out more information on the role please send your CV to rebecca@talentlocker.co.uk
Network Automation Engineer (telecoms/ network)
Hybrid working (2-3 days in customer office in London) – working between Reading and London
Permanent – 12-month fix term contract
About the Role:
We are looking for an Automation Platform Analyst to assist in the delivery and maintenance of network automation projects for one of the leading global defence companies.
You will help implement automation workflows, manage integrations, and troubleshoot platform issues. Basic knowledge of network automation, scripting, and CI/CD is required, with opportunities to learn tools like Itential Automation Platform (IAP), Cisco NSO, and Red Hat OpenShift.
Responsibilities:
- Help design and implement network automation workflows under guidance.
- Support and troubleshoot automation scripts and integrations in IAP and NSO.
- Assist with configuration changes for routers, switches, and firewalls across multiple vendors.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline updates and testing using GitLab.
- Support deployment of containerised applications on Red Hat OpenShift.
- Learn and use Python, YAML, and Jinja templates for automation tasks.
- Assist with API integration and monitoring using API Management platforms.
- Help maintain documentation for automation processes.
- Work with teams to ensure smooth project delivery and follow security best practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Basic network administration and device configuration knowledge.
- 5–7 years of telecom experience, with 3–4 years in telecom automation.
- Familiar with Python, YAML, JSON, CI/CD, and Git.
- Willing to learn automation platforms (Itential IAP, Cisco NSO).
- Understanding of WAF and API security basics.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
To apply or find out more information on the role please send your CV to rebecca@talentlocker.co.uk
Contract Network Engineer, Outside IR35, £500 per day, Farnborough
Contract position at a Defence consultancy, outside IR35 for a specialist network engineer to work on building something from scratch. This is working amongst a team of other technology professionals on an MOD/Defence project, from Farnborough.
PLEASE NOTE - The nature of this project will require the work to be carried out onsite and successful candidates will be required to be security cleared (SC Level) prior to appointment.
Experience required:
- Secure environment (Defence/MOD/government etc)
- Network Engineering with WAN/LAN etc.
- Networking routing protocols - Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- VPNS and Network Security
- HLD/LLD
If you also have experience with Data centre network architecture, high assurance IP encryptors Infrastructure automation, Whitebox network infrastructure, NSX, Cisco CCNP certified – that would all be great.
Any experience with Cryptology and cryptography would be helpful.
If you are a network engineer with lots of Defence/MOD/Secure By Design experience with OSPF experience, available for a new outside IR35 contract – please apply.
Senior Project Manager (Microsoft Dynamics 365) - £85k - £100k + bonus, private medical, life insurance, 25 days holiday (option to buy up to 6 additional days) and more – Home-based with ad hoc to client
Are you looking for the next step in your career? Are you working on Microsoft Dynamics projects and want to make the jump to a consultancy? Do you want the opportunity to work on various large-scale transformation programmes?
Working for a well-known and reputable Microsoft consultancy, you will be accountable for the delivery of large and complex Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects and programmes. You will be responsible for a defined set of clients and all the projects within that client's account, ensuring client satisfaction, and that projects are delivered in adherence to the company’s quality assurance requirements and delivery methodology. You will be responsible for managing delivery across the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are controlled effectively and delivered to time, quality and budget.
In addition to working on major Dynamics 365 and Power Platform transformations, you will have a personalised and tailored training and development plan to help you get where you want in your career, there is a lot of opportunity for growth and progression.
What will you be doing on a day-to-day?
- You will be accountable for the delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects, ensuring they adhere to the agreed timelines and maintain a high standard of work
- Communicating with senior management to ensure the commercial management of the account, including forecasting and client reporting
- Ensuring the project is adhering to the agreed delivery methodology and project controls
- Oversee the overall performance of the project delivery work, ensuring the quality of all deliverables and compliances
- Ensuring the work being submitted meets the required company quality standards and promptly addressing any concerns
What experience and skills do you need?
- The ability to manage multidisciplinary teams of up to 25 people
- Strong experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Applications and/or Power Platform projects end-to-end
- Demonstrable experience managing large scale programmes / projects across a range of clients in complex environments
- You must be able to manage stakeholders at all levels and have a clear level on communication
- SAFe / Scaled Agile Framework (or other) agile experience
- Knowledge and understanding of project governance, project controls, scope management and change control
This role is home-based and will be ad hoc travel to client sites.
Workplace Specialist - Events, Amsterdam, Contract Position (Freelancer, Contractor) 9 months, Market Rates (€325-375 per day, BV or ZZP)
A leading tech company is seeking a Events Specialist within their Workplace specialist team to support Amsterdam office teams by managing events, meetings, and workplace operations that foster collaboration and company culture. This role involves planning and executing internal and external events for 20–300+ attendees, overseeing conference room scheduling, coordinating food and beverage setups, and partnering with HR, IT, Finance, and vendors to deliver a seamless experience for employees and visitors.
This global tech company are continuing to grow at a rapid pace!
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver world-class service for employees, customers, and visitors.
- Enhance connection, collaboration, and culture through proactive support.
- Manage calendars, bookings, and operational processes (SOPs).
- Support events for engineering, product, and go-to-market teams, including training, kick-offs, recruiting events, and celebrations.
- Maintain consistency with workplace standards and coverage.
- Keep great relationships with the rest of the internal teams
- Support the wider workplace EMEA and Real Estate operations teams on workplace programmes.
Requirements:
- 4+ years’ experience in corporate tech, startup, or hospitality environments.
- Experience in managing internal and external meetings and events.
- Strong background in hospitality/guest services and event management.
- Skilled in Google Workspace and workplace collaboration tools.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills.
- Customer-focused, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity.
- Amsterdam-based, in-office role (English required; Dutch a plus).
To Note:
- This is a contract/freelance position, so you must be self-employed / sole trader (BV or ZZP). If you're not currently self-employed, we can assist you in obtaining ZZP status (it’s quite easy)
Why Join?
- Be part of a fast-growing tech company with a dynamic and fun culture.
- Opportunities for career development and growth.
- Opportunities for contract extension or go permanent
If you have a passion for hospitality and coordination, we want to hear from you!
We are hiring for a hands-on Project Manager to support UAT and cutover on a D365 F&SCM programme, driving activities through to UK go-live. Potential follow-on phases in Europe.
Rate: £575–£775/day
Duration: 4 months / likely to be longer
Start: ASAP (up to 2–3 weeks’ notice)
Location: 2 days/week onsite Milton Keynes
Key Requirements:
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Strong, delivery-focused PM (planning, tracking, follow-up, stakeholder engagement)
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Experience on D365 programmes (not hands-on functional)
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Azure DevOps (ADO) experience essential (issues, defects, test cases)
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High-energy, can-do attitude
Focus Areas:
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UAT oversight
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Cutover planning & execution
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Issue / defect tracking & reporting
Quick availability preferred. Candidates will need to be able to start within 2-3 weeks.
Senior Project Manager (GDS) - £85k - £100k + bonus, private medical, life insurance, 25 days holiday (option to buy up to 6 additional days) and more – Home-based with ad hoc to client
Are you looking for the next step in your career? Are you working in the public sector and want to make the jump to a consultancy? Do you want the opportunity to work on various large-scale projects?
Working for a well-known and reputable consultancy, you will be accountable for the delivery of large and complex projects and programmes of typically up to the value of £8m. You will be responsible for a defined set of clients and all the projects within that client's account, ensuring client satisfaction, and that projects are delivered in adherence to the company and GDS quality assurance requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring projects make it through all stages of CDDO assessment so previous experience of end-to-end delivery if essential
In addition to working on large-scale government projects, you will have a personalised and tailored training and development plan to help you get where you want in your career, there is a lot of opportunity for growth and progression.
What will you be doing on a day-to-day?
- You will be accountable for the delivery of government projects up to £8m, ensuring they adhere to the agreed timelines and maintain a high standard of work
- Communicating with senior management to ensure the commercial management of the account
- Ensuring the project is adhering to GDS standards and best practice
- Oversee the overall performance of the project delivery work, ensuring the quality of all deliverables and compliances
- Ensuring the work being submitted meets the required company and GDS quality standards and promptly addressing any concerns
What experience and skills do you need?
- The ability to manage multidisciplinary teams of up to 12 people
- Detailed understanding of CDDO assessments and stage gates is essential
- Has successfully taken a UK Government Agency through at least 3 assessments, ideally through Alpha and Beta phase assessments.
- Demonstrable experience Managing large scale programmes / projects across a range of Central Government Agencies
- You must be able to manage stakeholders at all levels and have a clear level on communication
- SAFe / Scaled Agile Framework (or other) agile experience
- Knowledge and understanding of GDS (Government Digital Service) service standards and government Digital Delivery framework
This role is home-based and will be ad hoc travel to client sites.
Senior Project Manager (GDS) - £85k - £100k + bonus, private medical, life insurance, 25 days holiday (option to buy up to 6 additional days) and more – Home-based with ad hoc to client.
IT Business Relationship Manager – Supply Chain
Enterprise Transformation | Retail | SAP S/4 Hana | Supply Chain
Hybrid working, London | £ Senior level + bonus
This is a senior Business Relationship Manager role within a major, complex retail organisation, with a clear focus on SAP S/4HANA and enterprise transformation. The role plays a central part in connecting IT with Supply Chain, Buying and Merchandising, ensuring technology investment delivers measurable operational value.
Why This Role?
Senior influence across SAP S/4HANA and enterprise technology
Central role in a major transformation programme
Enterprise-scale Supply Chain environment
Hybrid working model
Senior package with bonus
Clear long-term career progression
The position is relationship-led and operates at senior level across the business. It acts as the primary interface between technology and supply chain, helping shape how SAP S/4HANA and wider enterprise platforms support end-to-end supply chain activity.
You will own the demand pipeline for supply chain into IT including shaping technology roadmaps, supporting investment decisions and ensuring priorities align to business outcomes.
Having excellent Senior stakeholders’ engagement and relationship building is a given.
A core focus is supporting a large-scale SAP S/4HANA programme alongside wider ERP, data and process optimisation initiatives. The role ensures change is well governed, coordinated across IT and business teams, and focused on outcomes rather than technology delivery alone.
The position also leads and develops a Business Analysis capability, setting delivery standards and supporting effective collaboration across programmes and product teams.
This role offers senior-level visibility, autonomy and influence across both technology and operational leadership. It operates in a fast-paced retail environment where credibility, relationship management and strategic thinking are essential.
Defence Account Manager
SC Cleared | Cambridgeshire
Permanent | Up to £75,000 plus benefits
Talent Locker is pleased to be partnered with a leading technology consultancy to appoint a Defence BDM to spearhead growth within the Defence business unit. This opportunity will offer the Business Development Manager the chance to shape new client relationships and drive sales for a company renowned for delivering tangible, technically complex solutions.
You'll be responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities across the UK defence ecosystem by building relationships with defence primes, government customers, and key industry partners driving forward next generation defence technologies. This is a highly visible, hands on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast moving, technically driven environment and enjoys building long term relationships.
What you’ll be doing
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Leading business development activity across the defence sector, focusing on generating new relationships and revenue streams
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Identifying and pursuing opportunities with organisations delivering advanced physical technologies and systems
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Translating complex technical capabilities into compelling value propositions
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Working closely with internal teams to shape proposals, bids, and project concepts aligned to customer needs
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Representing the business at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings to build credibility and expand networks
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Managing the full business development lifecycle, including identifying opportunities, contract negotiation, and delivery
What experience do you need
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Strong track record in business development, sales, or account management within the UK defence sector
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Confident engaging senior decision-makers within defence primes, government, and research establishments
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Minimum of a BSc in a science, engineering, or related technical discipline
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Natural ability to build relationships and outstanding communication skills; able to engage both technical experts and commercial leaders
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A curious mind, always looking to uncover and convert opportunities, and confident operating in varied environments
This position can be based in Cambridgeshire or Surrey and will require some travel (approximately 25%).
It is an essential requirement for the successful applicant to be eligible for UK SC clearance.
To apply or to find out more information, please get in touch with Emma at emma@talentlocker.co.uk