Cloud Platform Engineer (National Security) Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid) Salary: £70,000–£95,000+ depending on experience Clearance: Active eDV clearance required You've probably reached the point where building platforms is the easy part.Finding somewhere you'll still be learning in three years' time is much harder.If you're spending more time navigating process than solving engineering problems, or you've found yourself wanting more ownership, better technical conversations and the chance to genuinely influence the platforms you're building, this could be worth a look.FR Secure are supporting an engineering-led SME that's continuing to grow its National Security capability without losing the culture that got it there in the first place.This is the sort of environment where Platform Engineers work alongside Software, Cloud and Data teams rather than sitting in an operational silo. Engineers are trusted to make decisions, challenge ideas and contribute well beyond their job title.You'll typically be working with: AWSKubernetesTerraformDockerLinuxCI/CD pipelinesPython or Bash scriptingInfrastructure as CodeCloud platform automation The stack is modern, but what they're really hiring for is engineering mindset.Curiosity. Pragmatism. Someone who enjoys solving problems with other good engineers rather than simply closing tickets.Most of the work supports live National Security programmes, so active eDV clearance is essential. This isn't a role that can currently support sponsorship or candidates working towards clearance.If you've been wondering what life looks like outside the larger consultancies or primes, this is exactly the sort of conversation I enjoy having.No hard sell. No pressure to move.Just an honest discussion about whether this (or one of our other clients within NS) might be the right next step.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.

Commercial Analytics ManagerSheffield | Hybrid Working (3 Days On Site) Up to £80,000 + Excellent BenefitsAre you the person who looks beyond the dashboard?The person who doesn't just spot what's happening in the data, but understands why it's happening and what the business should do next?If so, keep reading.We're working with a growing technology business that has invested heavily in data over the past few years. They've built a modern data platform, expanded their analytics capability and created a genuine appetite for data-driven decision making across the business. Now they're looking for a Commercial Analytics Manager to help take things to the next level.This is a highly visible role where you'll work closely with senior leaders across Finance, Operations and Commercial teams, helping them make better decisions through insight, analysis and recommendations. You'll be as comfortable challenging stakeholders as you are analysing data.The OpportunityData already has a seat at the table here. The foundations are in place. The investment has been made. The leadership team values insight and wants to use data to drive performance.The challenge now is making sure data is being used in the right way across the business and that's where you'll come in. You'll help stakeholders understand business performance, identify opportunities, solve problems and make informed decisions that have a real commercial impact.This isn't a reporting role. It's a role for someone who wants to influence outcomes.What You'll Be Doing Partnering with senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations and Commercial teamsTurning complex analysis into clear, actionable recommendationsSupporting strategic projects with insight and commercial analyticsIdentifying opportunities to improve performance, efficiency and profitabilityHelping stakeholders understand what's driving business resultsInfluencing decision making through strong communication and storytellingPrioritising analytics projects based on commercial value and business impactActing as the link between stakeholders and the wider data teamHelping build a more data-driven culture across the business What We're Looking ForWe're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds including: Commercial AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceInsights & AnalyticsCommercial AnalysisAnalytics Business Partnering You'll have: Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience working with senior stakeholdersThe confidence to challenge thinking and influence decisionsA commercial mindset and genuine curiosity about business performanceExperience using data to drive action, not just reporting resultsStrong communication and presentation skillsExperience working with Finance, Operations or Commercial teams Experience within SaaS, subscription, customer, operational, contact centre or other commercially focused environments would be a real advantage.Technical experience with SQL, Power BI, Looker or similar tools would be beneficial, but your ability to create value from insight is far more important.What's In It For You? Salary up to £80,000 (with flexibility for the right person)Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the Sheffield officeGenerous holiday allowance, increasing with serviceEnhanced pensionHealthcare planLife assuranceDiscounted parkingCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOngoing investment in learning and development Interested?This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to move beyond reporting and become a trusted partner to senior leaders.If you enjoy solving business problems, influencing decisions and helping a business get more value from its data, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or email alicia@forwardrole.comPlease note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. You must be based within a commutable distance of Sheffield and able to attend the office 3 days per weekAs 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.

People Partner – Ops & AdvisoryHybrid – Manchester£50k - £55k per annumPermanent Forward Role is partnering with a Tech Organisation that has been through a period of substantial growth and is now looking to add a People Partner to their Operations & Advisory team as they continue to build a high‑impact, future‑focused People function.In this role, you’ll be the trusted expert for managers on day‑to‑day people matters, leading ER cases with confidence and sound judgement. You’ll help shape policies, streamline processes, strengthen governance, and use data to drive smarter, scalable ways of working.Key responsibilities: Advise managers on a range of people issues with clear, pragmatic guidanceLead ER cases end to end with consistent, balanced outcomesCoach colleagues on policy interpretation and operational best practiceReview and improve policies, templates and processesIdentify opportunities to automate and standardise ways of workingStrengthen compliance, governance and operational consistencyUse people data to spot trends and risksPartner with People Partners and stakeholders to enhance the employee experienceProvide expertise on right to work and immigration processesSupport wider people projects and initiatives What you’ll bring: Strong experience in ER Case Management & People OpsProven track record managing varied ER casesSolid knowledge of UK employment lawExperience improving processes, policies and operating modelsConfidence using HR systems and people dataAbility to balance experience, efficiency and complianceExcellent attention to detail and stakeholder managementCollaborative, solutions‑focused approachExposure to immigration or tech‑led environments (advantageous) You’ll join a business that values simplicity, collaboration and continuous improvement—offering real autonomy and the chance to shape better ways of working as the People function evolves.If you would like to know more, please contact Alex Wright at Forward Role recruitment or click the link to apply.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.