Senior Platform Engineer (National Security) Location: Cheltenham / Gloucester area Hybrid: Flexible depending on programme Salary: £75,000–£95,000+ Clearance: Active DV / eDV requiredIf you’re spending more time maintaining platforms than improving them, this could be worth a look.I’m supporting a small, engineering-led National Security SME that’s built a strong reputation for doing things differently from the larger consultancies and primes.The team is technically strong, low-ego and trusted to get on with the job. You’ll have real ownership, direct input into technical decisions and the freedom to improve how things are built rather than simply inherit someone else’s process.What you’ll be working with AWSKubernetesTerraformDockerLinuxCI/CDPython / BashInfrastructure as CodeMonitoring, automation and platform reliability The role sits firmly in Platform Engineering rather than traditional infrastructure support.You’ll be building and evolving secure cloud platforms, improving deployment and automation, and working closely with Software and Cloud Engineers across live National Security programmes.Why it’s worth a look The strongest feedback I hear from engineers in environments like this is usually about the same things: More ownershipLess red tapeBetter technical conversationsStronger team cultureModern toolingProgression without needing to move into management It’s the kind of place where good engineers are trusted rather than micromanaged.Clearance Active DV or eDV clearance is required due to the nature of the live programmes.If you’ve been wondering what life looks like outside the larger consultancies or primes, I’m happy to talk you through the role and give you an honest view of the wider market too.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Forward Role are partnering with a fast-growing, global luxury fashion business that is doing things very differently from a traditional retailer. Built around a unique membership model, the business gives customers access to luxury fashion through a highly selective, closed community.CRM Specialist £45k Hybrid working (3 days onsite and 2 remote)LondonThe business has grown exponentially over the last two years, with a growing global customer base and distribution centres across the US and Europe. It is now entering an exciting new phase, with further expansion planned and significant investment being made into the foundations needed to support the next stage of growth.The business is part of a wider group that also includes a well-known British luxury fashion name, creating some really interesting opportunities across its customer bases and brands.It’s a lean, ambitious and highly collaborative business, where everyone is invested in making it succeed. Having grown organically to date, the company is now building out its teams and putting more structure and ownership in place as it scales.About the Role:Build and deliver the CRM retention and lifecycle strategy, using customer data to drive personalised journeys, engagement and long-term value. Working cross-functionally, you’ll shape segmentation, incentives and communications as the strategy develops.Responsibilities: Own CRM & lifecycle strategy across email, push and in-app, building journeys from onboarding to reactivation.Drive retention & membership growth, reducing churn, improving renewals and increasing revenue per member.Lead personalisation & segmentation, using customer behaviour and data to deliver relevant communications.Own CRM performance & analytics, including cohort analysis, LTV, retention KPIs and identifying opportunities for incremental growth.Work cross-functionally with Commercial, Buying, Merchandising and Finance to align CRM activity with wider business priorities. What we’re looking for: CRM/lifecycle experience within a consumer, ecommerce or subscription business.Strong technical CRM skills, including automation, segmentation and behavioural targeting.Analytical and commercially minded, able to turn data into clear actions and recommendations.Hands-on Klaviyo or similar CRM experience, with exposure to building a strategy from the ground up.Strong cross-functional collaborator, with an understanding of subscription economics; luxury/off-price or startup experience is a bonus. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Forward Role are working with a rapidly growing healthcare business that has expanded significantly over the last few years, growing from a specialist provider into a broader healthcare organisation.Marketing Manager (B2C)£50,000 - £55,000Hybrid working (3 days onsite and 2 remote)Preston With 35 clinics across the UK, the business works closely with the NHS to help reduce waiting times and backlogs, alongside a newer private healthcare division that is already operating across Edinburgh, Macclesfield and London.They’re now investing further in their marketing function and are looking for a Marketing Manager to take ownership of the marketing strategy and help drive the next phase of growth.This is a really varied role, covering everything from customer acquisition and conversion through to CRM, lifecycle marketing, referrals, partnerships, digital, content, events and local market activity. You’ll have the opportunity to build integrated campaigns, identify new growth opportunities and use data and insight to directly influence commercial performance.Responsibilities: Own the growth strategy, developing and delivering the marketing plan across audiences, geographies, services and referral channelsLead integrated campaigns across paid, social, email, web, PR, events and referral marketingDrive digital, CRM and conversion, improving lead generation, nurture, conversion and retention through data and insightGrow referrals and strengthen the brand through partnerships, targeted campaigns and compelling audience messagingMeasure and optimise performance, using data and reporting to improve ROI and identify new growth opportunities What we’re looking for: Strong experience in a growth, campaign or marketing management role, ideally with integrated multi-channel campaignsCommercially minded with a strong understanding of customer acquisition, performance, budgets and ROIConfident using CRM, marketing automation, analytics and reporting tools to turn data and insight into actionStrong stakeholder, agency and supplier management skills, with excellent project management and organisationHealthcare or regulated sector experience is desirable, as is experience with HubSpot, Google Analytics, Power BI, WordPress, Canva and AI-enabled marketing tools It’s a great opportunity for a commercially minded marketer who enjoys being hands-on, working across multiple channels and having ownership, rather than being one small part of a large marketing machine.You’ll be joining a business going through an exciting period of growth, with plenty of opportunity to make your mark as the marketing team continues to develop.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.