Database Operations Manager (CRM/ERP) Location: London, EC1 Salary: Negotiable A leading company in the commercial interiors sector is seeking an experienced Database Operations Manager to oversee and optimise the operation of its CRM and ERP systems. This role combines technical database management expertise with business systems ownership, ensuring the smooth functioning, integration, and continual enhancement of the company's business-critical platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database management but will also possess the client-facing skills required to support business processes, improve operational efficiencies, and align system functionality with company goals. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of key systems, making a direct impact on the business's operational success. About the Role: As a Database Operations Manager , you will be responsible for both the maintenance and optimisation of the company's databases and CRM/ERP systems. This includes monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, implementing upgrades, and collaborating with key business stakeholders to ensure these platforms meet operational needs. The role demands a balance of technical expertise with the ability to understand and address broader business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Database & Systems Management: Oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimisation of PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and CRM/ERP platforms to ensure their performance, scalability, and security. System Configuration & Upgrades: Manage upgrades, configurations, and troubleshooting of CRM and ERP systems, ensuring they are aligned with business requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business units to understand their needs, translate those into system enhancements, and implement solutions that improve operational workflows. Data Integrity & Reporting: Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and security of data across all platforms, and generate key business reports to guide decision-making. Business Process Optimization: Identify and address process inefficiencies, proposing and executing system-driven solutions that enhance overall business performance. Security & Compliance: Ensure the CRM/ERP systems comply with data protection regulations and implement security best practices to safeguard sensitive business data. User Support & Training: Provide support and training to users across the organisation, enabling them to effectively utilise the CRM/ERP systems. Backup & Recovery: Lead efforts to develop, test, and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery plans for all systems and data. Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with external vendors to ensure system integrations are completed successfully and on time. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong experience in database management (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and CRM/ERP systems. Proven ability to balance technical database management skills with business systems ownership. Experience collaborating across departments to identify system needs and implement effective solutions. Strong understanding of security, compliance, and data governance practices. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Database Operations Manager to take on a broader scope of responsibilities, blending technical expertise with business systems management. If you're a proactive individual with a passion for both database management and improving business processes, we'd love to hear from you! Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
21/02/2025
Project-based
Database Operations Manager (CRM/ERP) Location: London, EC1 Salary: Negotiable A leading company in the commercial interiors sector is seeking an experienced Database Operations Manager to oversee and optimise the operation of its CRM and ERP systems. This role combines technical database management expertise with business systems ownership, ensuring the smooth functioning, integration, and continual enhancement of the company's business-critical platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database management but will also possess the client-facing skills required to support business processes, improve operational efficiencies, and align system functionality with company goals. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of key systems, making a direct impact on the business's operational success. About the Role: As a Database Operations Manager , you will be responsible for both the maintenance and optimisation of the company's databases and CRM/ERP systems. This includes monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, implementing upgrades, and collaborating with key business stakeholders to ensure these platforms meet operational needs. The role demands a balance of technical expertise with the ability to understand and address broader business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Database & Systems Management: Oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimisation of PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and CRM/ERP platforms to ensure their performance, scalability, and security. System Configuration & Upgrades: Manage upgrades, configurations, and troubleshooting of CRM and ERP systems, ensuring they are aligned with business requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business units to understand their needs, translate those into system enhancements, and implement solutions that improve operational workflows. Data Integrity & Reporting: Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and security of data across all platforms, and generate key business reports to guide decision-making. Business Process Optimization: Identify and address process inefficiencies, proposing and executing system-driven solutions that enhance overall business performance. Security & Compliance: Ensure the CRM/ERP systems comply with data protection regulations and implement security best practices to safeguard sensitive business data. User Support & Training: Provide support and training to users across the organisation, enabling them to effectively utilise the CRM/ERP systems. Backup & Recovery: Lead efforts to develop, test, and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery plans for all systems and data. Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with external vendors to ensure system integrations are completed successfully and on time. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong experience in database management (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and CRM/ERP systems. Proven ability to balance technical database management skills with business systems ownership. Experience collaborating across departments to identify system needs and implement effective solutions. Strong understanding of security, compliance, and data governance practices. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Database Operations Manager to take on a broader scope of responsibilities, blending technical expertise with business systems management. If you're a proactive individual with a passion for both database management and improving business processes, we'd love to hear from you! Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Title: IBM z/OS Specialist - Banking Client Location: Sheffield or Barnsley Salary/Rate: £450-£650 per days inside IR35 Start Date: March 2025 Job Type: 6-month Contract My client in the consultancy space is urgently seeking an IBM Z/Os specialist for a 6-month initial contract based in either Sheffield or Barnsley for their top-tier Banking client. Required Skills/Experience 1. Using z/OS, SMP/e and Mainframe JCL, System Utilities, Microsoft Excel 2. Expert technical knowledge of DB2 for z/OS utilities and the concepts of database administration, backup and recovery, data maintenance, and DB2 for z/OS application performance 3. Programming experience in one or more of the following languages - REXX, CLIST, SAS, Cobol, Focus, Easytrieve, AS If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
20/02/2025
Project-based
Job Title: IBM z/OS Specialist - Banking Client Location: Sheffield or Barnsley Salary/Rate: £450-£650 per days inside IR35 Start Date: March 2025 Job Type: 6-month Contract My client in the consultancy space is urgently seeking an IBM Z/Os specialist for a 6-month initial contract based in either Sheffield or Barnsley for their top-tier Banking client. Required Skills/Experience 1. Using z/OS, SMP/e and Mainframe JCL, System Utilities, Microsoft Excel 2. Expert technical knowledge of DB2 for z/OS utilities and the concepts of database administration, backup and recovery, data maintenance, and DB2 for z/OS application performance 3. Programming experience in one or more of the following languages - REXX, CLIST, SAS, Cobol, Focus, Easytrieve, AS If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Job Purpose & Summary Your expertise as a Multimedia Specialist is essential to our team. This is a multi-disciplinary role across a broad range of platforms, and you will need to be an expert in graphic design, photography, videography, web development and search engine marketing. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and your ability to execute these tasks effectively is crucial to the growth and prosperity of our organisation. Key responsibilities Implement and manage performance of Magenta, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress & HTML sites via organic search engine marketing. Devise, develop and execute off-page linking strategies, where necessary. Optimize websites, Google/Facebook feeds to ensure content engagement and conversion. Monitor performance of sites against acquisition targets identifying areas for improvement and provide recommendations. Create and implement on-page and off-page strategies to facilitate acquisition targets across all digital channels. Identify digital gaps and provide development team with recommendations for implementation based on driving maximum traffic, engagement and conversion while following white-hat SEO best practices. Monitor competitors and provide recommendations to ensure clients achieve maximum returns. Development in conjunction with design team for specific landing page optimization/conversion AdWords campaigns across Magento, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress and HTML. Provide assistance with specifying and designing Internet strategies and web-based methods. Oversee the creative process and give guidance to the design/media team as required. Collaborate with web developers to integrate multimedia elements into websites and optimize user experiences. Ensure content is responsive and accessible. Create and format multimedia content for various media platforms, adapting content to meet platform-specific requirements and trends. Testing multimedia products for technical errors or faults and correct accordingly. Analysing, designing and developing Internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and Scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce Internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and Scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Continue to develop enhancements for product HyperGift. Monitor Product HyperGift sales and provide marketing strategies for current HyperGift clients. Production of HyperGift training videos. Monitor and upgrade Product HyperGift Voucher Templates. Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' in SEO and development experience across multiple CMS/websites. Excellent analytical skills with experience of delivering reports and ensuring recommended actions. Working development knowledge of Opensource CMS, Shopify, PHP, HTML 5, Java and Python. C# added advantage. Proficiency in multimedia software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Final Cut Pro, or similar. Strong understanding of photo/video production techniques, including shooting, editing, color correction, and sound design. Drone operator experience, preferably DJI. A good understanding of technologies used to run, track and optimise campaigns. Super analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision. Team Player.
20/02/2025
Full time
Job Purpose & Summary Your expertise as a Multimedia Specialist is essential to our team. This is a multi-disciplinary role across a broad range of platforms, and you will need to be an expert in graphic design, photography, videography, web development and search engine marketing. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and your ability to execute these tasks effectively is crucial to the growth and prosperity of our organisation. Key responsibilities Implement and manage performance of Magenta, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress & HTML sites via organic search engine marketing. Devise, develop and execute off-page linking strategies, where necessary. Optimize websites, Google/Facebook feeds to ensure content engagement and conversion. Monitor performance of sites against acquisition targets identifying areas for improvement and provide recommendations. Create and implement on-page and off-page strategies to facilitate acquisition targets across all digital channels. Identify digital gaps and provide development team with recommendations for implementation based on driving maximum traffic, engagement and conversion while following white-hat SEO best practices. Monitor competitors and provide recommendations to ensure clients achieve maximum returns. Development in conjunction with design team for specific landing page optimization/conversion AdWords campaigns across Magento, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress and HTML. Provide assistance with specifying and designing Internet strategies and web-based methods. Oversee the creative process and give guidance to the design/media team as required. Collaborate with web developers to integrate multimedia elements into websites and optimize user experiences. Ensure content is responsive and accessible. Create and format multimedia content for various media platforms, adapting content to meet platform-specific requirements and trends. Testing multimedia products for technical errors or faults and correct accordingly. Analysing, designing and developing Internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and Scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce Internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and Scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Continue to develop enhancements for product HyperGift. Monitor Product HyperGift sales and provide marketing strategies for current HyperGift clients. Production of HyperGift training videos. Monitor and upgrade Product HyperGift Voucher Templates. Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' in SEO and development experience across multiple CMS/websites. Excellent analytical skills with experience of delivering reports and ensuring recommended actions. Working development knowledge of Opensource CMS, Shopify, PHP, HTML 5, Java and Python. C# added advantage. Proficiency in multimedia software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Final Cut Pro, or similar. Strong understanding of photo/video production techniques, including shooting, editing, color correction, and sound design. Drone operator experience, preferably DJI. A good understanding of technologies used to run, track and optimise campaigns. Super analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision. Team Player.
IBMi Specialist Whitehall Resources require an IBMi Specialist to work with a key client on an initial 6 month contract. *Inside IR35. *This is a remote role with the potential for very occasional visits to Sheffield. IBMi Specialist Role Description/Requirements: . Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include: * Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few) * Technical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect:Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, OnDemand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements * Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and roleswaps to opposite site. The client uses internal start up, shut down, and roleswap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in roleswap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. * Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. * Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial * Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
17/02/2025
Project-based
IBMi Specialist Whitehall Resources require an IBMi Specialist to work with a key client on an initial 6 month contract. *Inside IR35. *This is a remote role with the potential for very occasional visits to Sheffield. IBMi Specialist Role Description/Requirements: . Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include: * Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few) * Technical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect:Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, OnDemand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements * Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and roleswaps to opposite site. The client uses internal start up, shut down, and roleswap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in roleswap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. * Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. * Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial * Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
We are Global IT Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across UK, Europe and Australia. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: IBMi Specialist Location: Remote with visit to Sheffield Duration: 28/09/2025 Role Description: IBMi Specialist Requirements Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include, Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few) Technical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect:Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, OnDemand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and roleswaps to opposite site. client uses internal start up, shut down, and roleswap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in roleswap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. client uses FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world Remote working is agreeable but colleague would be expected to visit Sheffield for team briefings and introductions (maybe a couple of times)"
17/02/2025
Project-based
We are Global IT Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across UK, Europe and Australia. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: IBMi Specialist Location: Remote with visit to Sheffield Duration: 28/09/2025 Role Description: IBMi Specialist Requirements Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include, Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few) Technical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect:Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, OnDemand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and roleswaps to opposite site. client uses internal start up, shut down, and roleswap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in roleswap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. client uses FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world Remote working is agreeable but colleague would be expected to visit Sheffield for team briefings and introductions (maybe a couple of times)"
Role Title: IBMi Specialist Location: Remote Duration: Contract until 28/09/2025 Rate £350 - £400 per day - Must be through Umbrella Role Description: IBMi Specialist Requirements Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include: Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few). Tnical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect: Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, On Demand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements. Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and role swaps to opposite site. HSBC uses internal start up, shut down, and role swap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in role swap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. HSBC uses FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. Key Role Expectations Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial. Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world Remote working is agreeable but colleague would be expected to visit Sheffield for team briefings and introductions (maybe a couple of times)
17/02/2025
Project-based
Role Title: IBMi Specialist Location: Remote Duration: Contract until 28/09/2025 Rate £350 - £400 per day - Must be through Umbrella Role Description: IBMi Specialist Requirements Person required with high level of IBMi skills to help build new LPARs and support the business with large scale project covering the migration of services across regions, moving onto Operating System upgrades early in 2025. Skills to include: Technical knowledge in IBMi Operating system including OS/400 components; for example, creation of subsystems, Workstation entries, share pools, printers, BRMS objects, testing backups, troubleshooting job failures (to name a few). Tnical knowledge in IBMi third party projects including Connect: Direct, IWS, CDC, Robot, Powerlock, On Demand so the individual can configure objects where required and provide support for these products as per business requirements. Understanding of IBMi PowerHA toolkit would be advantageous as it is critical to our data replication and role swaps to opposite site. HSBC uses internal start up, shut down, and role swap procedures that the colleague would be expected to learn and support. Especially need skills in role swap and understanding the status of the PowerHA tools. HSBC uses FSFC and switchable iASP patterns. Full operating system upgrades from start to completion including any pre-requisite task (including checking validity of LPAR in readiness for upgrade, backup etc.), upgrading the operating system to V7R5, verification and clearly understanding backout if required. Understanding of SLIP installs, MSD etc. would be useful if situation arises. Key Role Expectations Proficient in Scripting and or coding skills in multiple common languages (eg IBMi Control Language, RPG, Ansible etc.) would be very beneficial. Requires a collaborative teammate who enjoys working in multi-functional groups and has the ability and willingness to work with others around the world Remote working is agreeable but colleague would be expected to visit Sheffield for team briefings and introductions (maybe a couple of times)
