Background acting jobs in CambridgeCreate job alerts

Audit Senior Cambridge £41,000 - £47,000 \n A leading UK accountancy practice is seeking an Audit Senior to join its East Anglia team. This is a client-facing role offering responsibility for managing a portfolio of audit assignments, working closely with managers and partners, and supporting the development of junior team members. The position provides exposure to a varied client base, with the opportunity to take ownership of audit files from planning through to completion, while ensuring high technical standards and strong client service delivery. \n Role Responsibilities \n\n • Manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring assignments are planned, diarised, and delivered in line with deadlines and expectations.\n, • Take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, including review of working papers and financial statements.\n, • Act as a main point of contact for clients throughout the audit process, responding to queries and providing updates on progress and findings.\n, • Support fee discussions with clients, including identifying scope changes and supporting the preparation of revised fee proposals.\n, • Ensure engagement terms are up to date and reflect any changes in scope or services provided.\n, • Identify and communicate audit risks, issues, and scope variations to senior management early in the assignment.\n, • Lead and support junior team members, including performance feedback, coaching, and on-the-job training.\n, • Review audit files to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, and high-quality documentation standards.\n, • Attend client meetings and audit committee meetings, presenting findings to those charged with governance where required.\n, • Assist with budget management, resource planning, and tracking audit progress against agreed budgets.\n, • Support quality control processes, including addressing findings from internal or external file reviews.\n, • Maintain strong awareness of auditing standards, ethical requirements, and regulatory developments.\n\n Personal Requirements \n\n • ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience with relevant practice experience.\n, • Strong background in UK accountancy practice audit work.\n, • Experience managing or assisting with audit portfolios across multiple clients.\n, • Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS.\n, • Strong leadership and mentoring capability with junior staff.\n, • Confident communicator with client-facing experience.\n, • Strong attention to detail and ability to review complex audit files.\n, • Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workload, and work across multiple assignments.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Enhanced holiday entitlement with option to buy/sell additional leave.\n, • Pension scheme.\n, • Private medical insurance and health cash plan options.\n, • Life assurance and income protection.\n, • Employee assistance programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.\n, • Cycle to work scheme and electric vehicle salary sacrifice options.\n, • Access to flexible benefits platform (including dental, travel insurance, and additional perks).\n, • Structured career development and progression pathways.\n, • Paid study support (where applicable for further qualifications).\n\n \n Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer(TypeScript, JavaScript, Node)Location: Hybrid working within the SouthSalary: Competitive + benefitsWe're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms.This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis.The RoleLead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+)Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modellingBuild proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of workBreak down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managersDevelop and deliver production-ready code across the full stackEnsure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and securitySupport and improve live systems once deployedInfluence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering functionTech EnvironmentYou'll work with a modern stack including:Node.js microservicesJavaScript & TypeScriptVue.jsRedis, SQL Server & SnowflakeAWS cloud infrastructureCI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practicesAbout YouStrong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years)5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experienceSolid background in system design and scalable architecturesExperience building large, production SaaS platformsA clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code)Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environmentsA commercial mindset when designing and delivering softwareExcellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholdersInterest in using AI to accelerate and improve software developmentA passion for performance, security and engineering best practiceDegree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experienceWhat's On OfferCompetitive salary and benefits packageHybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office)Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS businessStrong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvementSupportive, collaborative working environmentCommunity and charity initiatives, including volunteer daysSend your CV across to me on email or call 02380 765 808 for more information.Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.TPBN1_UKTJ

Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionStart Here. Grow Here.Our Eastern Region Cost Management business unit (Cambridge, Norwich and Peterborough offices) continues to grow, with specific demand within the Education, Healthcare, Science, Commercial, Residential, Care, Industrial and Defence markets where we have successfully secured positions with many high profile clients and on key local projects and programs. As a direct result of this growth, we are currently seeking a full-time Cost Management Director, with proven experience across these specific end markets.About Our Team:We are currently a region of over 100 construction professionals, delivering solutions for our diverse client base, providing a broad range of services. We strongly promote personal and career development with clear career structures and development programmes. We look to balance this with a flexible approach to working through our “Freedom to Grow” programme. We work well as a group and respect the outputs that the team delivers.This is an excellent opportunity to be a core part of AECOM's leadership team in the East of England and continue to develop and grow an exciting team in the marketplace.Job Responsibilities:You will be primarily working alongside other Directors to successfully manage, grow and deliver Cost Management duties on various capital projects across the East of England. The role will entail direct client liaising, acting as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and are specifically responsible for business development / winning new commissions / marketing objectives.The role will cover the whole project lifecycle from inception to post-occupancy and ‘soft landings’ You should possess the skills and experience to actively lead and support the internal team, manage and mentor staff on individual, technically complex projects, ranging from 5m to 200m construction cost; taking overall responsibility for successful delivery.To provide oversight / strategic guidance / audit and review on a portfolio of projects.You will help develop collaborative relationships with our existing clients and other professional colleagues within the industry. Demonstrate an ability and desire to obtain an increased understanding of a client’s business, with client focus.You will be connected, organised and self-motivated, being able to successfully work with minimum supervision.Successful delivery of projects, ensuring tasks are resourced, managed and completed efficiently, on time and with a keen desire to maintain client’s satisfaction leading to continued and further business.Be enquiring, proactive and challenge where appropriate our own existing methods/processes to demonstrate value for money to clients Minimum Requirements:Be the primary interface with AECOM’s clients (new and existing) with an emphasis on the Education, Healthcare, Science, Commercial, Residential, Care, Industrial and Defence sectors.Proven ability of strong client relationships, ability to actively provide business development opportunities with existing and new clients (ensuring these are identified and acted upon) and secure new commissions.Proven ability to lead, manage and deliver business development opportunities through writing and converting bid commissions, to high quality standards and completing efficiently and on time.To ‘win’ clients through strong business development skills.Proven leadership within a cost management business and providing mentoring to the team.Proven ability to develop long term relationships with all team members, effectively balancing people and processes.Manage the delivery of cost management outputs in accordance with agreed timescales and quality standards.Co-ordination and sign-off on all information produced by the team prior to formal issue.Be a self-motivated individual from a consultancy or client organisation background, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.Proven experience in a consulting environment/client organisation providing the full spectrum of Cost Management services.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Enjoy the Perks.At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives.Why not give our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see first hand the difference we're making in the industry!QualificationsReady to push the limits of what’s possible?Here’s what we’re looking for:Experience gained at a leadership level within in a comparative business.Proven track record of winning new work from new clients and repeat work from existing clients.Track record of leading and managing teams.Highly motivated and with excellent industry networks.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Degree Qualified – BSc or MSc – in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.Professionally Qualified – Chartered Status with the RICS or other equivalent institution.Full UK driving licence, and a willingness to travel within region.CSCS card holder.PreferableEligible for, or holding, UK Security Clearance.Additional InformationInterested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn.About AECOMAECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Strategy/PlanningExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Construction

Commercial Lead - Infrastructure & Energy95,000 - 120,000PermanentCambridgeshire, South EastCommercialTransportEnergyAre you an experienced Commercial Project Director or Senior Commercial Leader looking to shape the commercial success of major UK infrastructure programmes?Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy seeking to appoint a Commercial Project Director to lead and grow its commercial management offering across the South of England.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing consultancy delivering nationally significant infrastructure, utilities and energy projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading commercial strategy, developing high-performing teams and building long-term client relationships across a diverse portfolio of complex programmes.The OpportunityThis is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to influence both project delivery and business growth.You'll provide strategic commercial leadership across multiple infrastructure programmes, acting as a trusted advisor to clients while driving excellence in commercial governance, contract management and programme delivery.Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll also play an instrumental role in developing the consultancy's commercial management service, expanding its presence across the South of England and supporting future business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead commercial management across major infrastructure, utilities and energy programmes from inception through to final account.Act as the senior commercial advisor to key clients, providing strategic guidance on complex projects.Provide expert leadership across NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, ensuring robust commercial governance and compliance.Oversee valuations, forecasting, cost reporting, compensation events, claims, variations and final accounts.Establish and maintain effective commercial controls across multiple programmes and portfolios.Build, mentor and lead a high-performing commercial team, promoting collaboration and professional development.Develop strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and provide trusted commercial advice throughout project delivery.Lead business development activities, including client engagement, bid submissions and presentations.Work alongside senior leadership to shape the future direction of the commercial management function.Drive continuous improvement, innovation and best practice across the commercial team.About YouWe're looking to speak with experienced commercial leaders who have a proven track record of delivering major infrastructure projects and leading successful commercial teams.You'll ideally possess:Significant experience operating at Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead or Commercial Project Director level.Extensive knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.A strong background within infrastructure, energy, utilities or major civil engineering environments.Experience managing complex commercial programmes and engaging with senior stakeholders.A degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.MRICS or an equivalent professional qualification.Excellent commercial acumen with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.An established network within the infrastructure or utilities sectors would be advantageous.What's on Offer?This is an excellent opportunity to take on a highly influential leadership role within an ambitious and growing consultancy.In return, you'll benefit from:An excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.The opportunity to lead commercial delivery on nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects.A genuine platform to shape and grow a successful commercial management team.Direct exposure to senior client stakeholders and complex, high-value programmes.Clear opportunities for career progression within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.A supportive culture that encourages professional development, innovation and leadership.If you're looking for a senior commercial leadership role where you'll have the autonomy to influence strategy, develop teams and deliver major infrastructure programmes, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Conrad Consulting for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

Our client is a well-known global design consultancy who are looking for a Technical Director who will specifically support the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects. This position will play a key role in the team’s growth in Cambridge, across East Anglia / the East of England, and nationally. The ideal candidate must have a wealth of experience in development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify their team. • Hybrid / Flexible working, • Car Allowance, • Enhanced annual leave, • Enhanced maternity / paternity leave, • Bonus scheme, • Private medical insurance, • High street discounts, • & more, • Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team., • Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans., • Liaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships, • Leading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value., • Acting as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions., • Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)., • Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process., • Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering, • To have proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential)., • To be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the company., • To have Chartered status with the ICE or equivalent., • Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities, • Excellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experience, • Proven track record of work winning, • A broad range of relevant project management experience #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job AdvertIf you’re looking for a building surveying role where you’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility, work on some of the UK’s most significant science and technology real estate, and develop alongside one of the sector’s leading specialists, we’d like to hear from you.Our successful hire will work closely with an experienced Partner who specialises in delivering complex life science projects across the region. Working alongside our dedicated life science specialist, you'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile laboratory, refurbishment and commercial projects within one of the UK's most innovative science and technology markets.This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise while learning from industry-leading professionals with extensive experience across the commercial property sector, gaining valuable insight into some of the region's most exciting and complex developments.This opportunity is open to talented surveyors at any stage of their career - from graduates looking for exceptional mentoring through to experienced Chartered Surveyors seeking to accelerate their careers. We are also looking to speak with experienced contract administrators and project coordinators who have experience working in the built environment sector.The RoleThis is not a role where you’ll be pigeonholed.You’ll gain exposure to the full breadth of commercial building surveying, developing technical expertise while building trusted relationships with some of the UK’s most prestigious landlords, occupiers and institutional clients.Your workload will have a particular emphasis on project delivery and contract administration, acting as Employer’s Agent or Contract Administrator on refurbishment, alteration and fit-out projects ranging from small complex works to multi-million-pound schemes.Projects are delivered across some of Cambridge’s most recognised innovation campuses, including:Cambridge Science ParkBabraham Research CampusGranta ParkOther leading science, technology and commercial assets throughout Cambridge and the wider Golden Triangle.In recent years the team have completed speculative Laboratory fit-outs and CATA office schemes, alongside several high profile re-purposing schemes; notably 316 Cambridge Science Park from office to lab on behalf of Trinity College and the creation of a ISO8 Cleanroom and production facility within an industrial space for Sherlock Bio. Last month we delivered Cambridge’s first NABERS UK 5.5 start retrofit building at 334 Cambridge Science Park.Alongside project work you’ll also gain experience in:DilapidationsTechnical due diligencePlanned preventative maintenanceDefect diagnosisLandlord & tenant mattersPrincipal Designer servicesBuilding pathologyAbout youWe’re interested in people as much as qualifications.You might be a graduate with a strong academic background and genuine enthusiasm for commercial property, or an experienced surveyor looking to work on higher-profile projects with greater responsibility.Ideally you’ll have:A degree in Building Surveying or a related disciplineProgress towards, or achievement of, MRICS (where applicable)Strong communication and relationship-building skillsCommercial awareness and a practical approach to problem solvingCuriosity, ambition and a desire to continually develop.Why This Role?Cambridge is at the centre of Europe’s most exciting science and technology property market, and this role offers a front-row seat.You’ll work with pioneering clients delivering spaces that support life sciences, advanced manufacturing, technology and innovation. From cutting-edge laboratories and research facilities to commercial campuses and headquarters buildings, no two projects are the same.Most importantly, you’ll work alongside a highly experienced mentor who is passionate about developing people, sharing knowledge and giving individuals genuine responsibility from an early stage.Whether your ambition is to become a Chartered Surveyor, lead major projects or ultimately become a Partner, this role provides the experience, support and exposure to help you get there.Why Bidwells?Bidwells has built an unrivalled reputation within the science and technology sector. We advise many of the UK’s most influential investors, developers and occupiers, combining technical excellence with deep market knowledge across Cambridge, Oxford, London and beyond. If you want to build a career—not just a CV—we’d love to hear from youWhat’s in it for youCompetitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living.Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more.Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it.Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.Recruitment agencies: Bidwells only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been contacted and directed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to work on a specific vacancy. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Bidwells or any of our employees other than via our Applicant Tracking System and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid. Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Bidwells will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.SummaryJob Type: Full timeContract Type: PermanentHours: 37Closing Date: 2026-09-06T23:59:00.000Z

ABOUT YOUThe position requires a highly organised and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring a consistently high level of service delivery.You will ideally bring a scientific background alongside strong communication and project coordination skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, client-friendly language.You will also have knowledge of cGMP regulations and pharmacopoeia to ensure that operations are carried out in line with required standards where applicable.Required skills and experience:Educated to a Higher Education level in a relevant discipline (e.g. Chemistry or related), with laboratory exposureProven experience working within a laboratory or scientific environmentUnderstanding of project management principles and ability to coordinate multiple workstreamsStrong communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levelsAwareness of cGMP regulations and pharmacopoeia requirementsExperience within analytical chemistry environments (e.g. HPLC / LCMS) would be highly advantageousExperience managing or supporting inhaled or biologics projects is desirableExcellent organisational, time management and IT skills (Microsoft Office)Strong attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused mindsetAbility to deliver exceptional customer service and build lasting client relationshipsPositive, adaptable approach with a genuine desire to learn and developABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYTo perform the role and responsibilities of a Project Manager within the laboratory environment, acting as the primary liaison for clients throughout the full project lifecycle.You will take ownership of project delivery end-to-end, ensuring projects are delivered on time, to quality, and to client expectations. This includes defining project scope, supporting quotation development, and working closely with internal teams to meet delivery commitments.You will play a key role in bridging laboratory teams and clients, translating complex scientific activity into clear, structured updates while supporting commercial objectives.Key activities:Act as the primary point of contact for all assigned client projects, managing project organisation and administration end-to-endMonitor project progress against agreed KPIs and milestones (internal and external), proactively managing risks and resolving issuesDefine and agree project deliverables with clients, ensuring clarity from initiation through to completionSupport project setup, including preparation of documentation, protocol writing/review, and assessment of equipment and consumablesDevelop a strong understanding of each client project, including the purpose of the drug and how analysis fits within the wider development programmeProvide clear, consistent communication and progress updates to stakeholders, translating technical information into client-friendly languageOrganise and lead project meetings, including preparation of slides, minutes, action logs, risk logs and issue trackingCollaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical or contractual queries throughout the project lifecycleMonitor in-process activities and keep senior management informed, including key metrics such as:Testing and report turnaround timesOn-time deliveryWHAT WE OFFERJoin Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.Competitive salary/benefits Development and career opportunities around the Globe Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environmentWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs. Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies. Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-21

Job Title: Lead Systems Integration Tester Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 DOE Location: Cambridge - Predominantly site with occasional home working We're on the hunt for a Lead Systems Integration Tester to join a growing organisation who enable high-speed connectivity without requiring extensive fibre installation and are used in applications such as fixed wireless access, enterprise networks, and communications infrastructure. They need someone to take ownership of the System Test Integration activities; think the planning, development and execution of the E2E system test plans and test cases to ensure product quality and diagnose any issues across the test environments. Things you'll be involved in: Leading the System Integration Test function within a matrix organisation, with Test Engineers working across multiple Scrum teams. Developing and implementing system integration test strategies, plans and test cases for complex technology products, including interoperability and integration testing with customer and third-party systems. Leading the development of automated system tests for new and existing features, while contributing to the ongoing evolution of the test automation framework. Acting as Product Owner for the Regression Test Scrum Team. Driving continuous improvement in the efficiency, quality and flexibility of system test activities. Contributing to the overall test strategy, processes and ways of working. Collaborating closely with engineering and test teams across the organisation. Managing relationships with external suppliers and third-party testing partners where appropriate. Supporting customer demonstrations, trials and validation activities. Working closely with software, hardware and test leads to ensure successful product delivery. Staying up to date with emerging testing methodologies and technologies within the telecommunications and wireless communications sector.Skills & Experience: (Essential) Programming experience in C/C++, Python or similar languages Proven experience in a senior software or systems test leadership role and experience building, leading and developing high-performing test teams. Strong background in defining and implementing test strategies and experience acting as a Product Owner within a testing environment. Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Expert knowledge of system integration testing principles and best practices and experience leading test automation initiatives. Knowledge of modern wireless communications technologies; experience with 5G architectures would be advantageous. Ability to think strategically and align testing activities with wider business objectives. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and a proactive, collaborative and adaptable approach.(Desirable) Understanding of analogue and digital electronics, including radio frequency (RF) principles. Strong working knowledge of Linux. Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline. Experience leading small to medium-sized software development or testing projects. Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including code reviews, unit testing and modular design. Experience with modern development and CI/CD tools such as Kubernetes, Jira and Jenkins. Experience using Git or other version control systems. Understanding of cloud infrastructure, databases and their impact on system performance. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud. Knowledge of network management protocols such as SNMP, NETCONF and YANG

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within the South Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis. The Role Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+) Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security Support and improve live systems once deployed Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering functionTech Environment You'll work with a modern stack including: Node.js microservices JavaScript & TypeScript Vue.js Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS cloud infrastructure CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices About You Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years) 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience Solid background in system design and scalable architectures Experience building large, production SaaS platforms A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code) Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experienceWhat's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office) Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement Supportive, collaborative working environment Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer daysSend your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

If you’re looking for a building surveying role where you’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility, work on some of the UK’s most significant science and technology real estate, and develop alongside one of the sector’s leading specialists, we’d like to hear from you. Our successful hire will work closely with an experienced Partner who specialises in delivering complex life science projects across the region. Working alongside our dedicated life science specialist, you'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile laboratory, refurbishment and commercial projects within one of the UK's most innovative science and technology markets. This opportunity is open to talented surveyors at any stage of their career - from graduates looking for exceptional mentoring through to experienced Chartered Surveyors seeking to accelerate their careers. We are also looking to speak with experience contract administrators and project coordinators who have experience working in the built environment sector. This is not a role where you’ll be pigeonholed. You’ll gain exposure to the full breadth of commercial building surveying, developing technical expertise while building trusted relationships with some of the UK’s most prestigious landlords, occupiers and institutional clients. Your workload will have a particular emphasis on project delivery and contract administration, acting as Employer’s Agent or Contract Administrator on refurbishment, alteration and fit-out projects ranging from small complex works to multi-million-pound schemes. Projects are delivered across some of Cambridge’s most recognised innovation campuses, including: Cambridge Science Park Babraham Research Campus Granta Park Other leading science, technology and commercial assets throughout Cambridge and the wider Golden Triangle. In recent years the team have completed speculative Laboratory fit-outs and CATA office schemes, alongside several high profile re-purposing schemes; notably 316 Cambridge Science Park from office to lab on behalf of Trinity College and the creation of a ISO8 Cleanroom and production facility within an industrial space for Sherlock Bio. Last month we delivered Cambridge’s first NABERS UK 5.5 start retrofit building at 334 Cambridge Science Park. Alongside project work you’ll also gain experience in: Dilapidations Technical due diligence Planned preventative maintenance Defect diagnosis Landlord & tenant matters Principal Designer services Building pathology About you We’re interested in people as much as qualifications. You might be a graduate with a strong academic background and genuine enthusiasm for commercial property, or an experienced surveyor looking to work on higher-profile projects with greater responsibility. Ideally you’ll have: A degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline Progress towards, or achievement of, MRICS (where applicable) Strong communication and relationship-building skills Commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem solving Curiosity, ambition and a desire to continually develop. Why This Role? Cambridge is at the centre of Europe’s most exciting science and technology property market, and this role offers a front-row seat. You’ll work with pioneering clients delivering spaces that support life sciences, advanced manufacturing, technology and innovation. From cutting-edge laboratories and research facilities to commercial campuses and headquarters buildings, no two projects are the same. Most importantly, you’ll work alongside a highly experienced mentor who is passionate about developing people, sharing knowledge and giving individuals genuine responsibility from an early stage. Whether your ambition is to become a Chartered Surveyor, lead major projects or ultimately become a Partner, this role provides the experience, support and exposure to help you get there. Why Bidwells? Bidwells has built an unrivalled reputation within the science and technology sector. We advise many of the UK’s most influential investors, developers and occupiers, combining technical excellence with deep market knowledge across Cambridge, Oxford, London and beyond. If you want to build a career—not just a CV—we’d love to hear from you What’s in it for you Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more. Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities. Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends. Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you. Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one. Recruitment agencies: Bidwells only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been contacted and directed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to work on a specific vacancy. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Bidwells or any of our employees other than via our Applicant Tracking System and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid