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Senior Data & Machine Learning Engineer
Warrington, Cheshire, England
Senior Data & Machine Learning Engineer (MS Fabric focus) - Warrington (hybrid)We’re working with a well‑established business that’s investing heavily in its data and AI capability and is now looking for a Senior Data & Machine Learning Engineer to play a key role in shaping their modern data platform.This is a senior, hands‑on role where you’ll take ownership of a Fabric‑centric data estate, lead technical decisions, and work closely with BI teams, data scientists and senior stakeholders. They’re looking for someone who enjoys building scalable data platforms, mentoring others, and turning complex business requirements into robust technical solutions.What’s in it for you?
Hybrid working from their Warrington officeSalary up to £65K + 10% bonus20 days annual leave + BH – increases with servicePensionEnhanced sick payBuy and sell holidays Life assuranceHealth & wellbeing benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to WorkLong service awardsWork with modern tech including Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI and ML tooling
Key skills
Strong experience with Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, Lakehouse, OneLake, Pipelines, SQL Warehouse)Solid data engineering background using SQL, Python, PySpark, Delta LakeExperience building and optimising end‑to‑end data pipelinesCI/CD experience for analytics and data platforms (Azure DevOps or GitHub)Exposure to AI/ML platforms such as Azure AI, Azure ML or Azure OpenAIStrong knowledge of Power BI and/or Qlik at enterprise scaleConfident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholdersPrevious experience mentoring data engineers
Day to day
Owning and developing the organisation’s Microsoft Fabric data platformDesigning and building scalable, reliable data pipelines and architecturesLeading the move from legacy and hybrid platforms to a modern Fabric setupSupporting BI teams with semantic models, datasets and performance optimisationEnabling ML and MLOps workflows, from feature engineering to deploymentWorking closely with data scientists, analysts, IT and the wider businessEmbedding data quality, governance and best‑practice standardsProviding technical leadership and coaching to other engineers
If this sounds like your next move, apply now or email alicia@forwardrole.com*Please note this role cannot offer sponsorship and isn’t suitable for those on graduate or short term visas*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.
Permanent
£55k - 65k per year
April 10, 2026
Digital Marketing Manager
Stockport, Greater Manchester, England
Digital Marketing ManagerLocation: Stockport (5 min walk to station)Salary: £50,000 – £57,000This is a rare chance to step into the most senior marketing role at a company that's genuinely growing fast. You'll own the entire marketing function including: paid social, organic content, email, channel strategy, all while leading and bringing real structure to a team of three. If you want a role where you can make your mark, this is it.You'll be the most senior person in the marketing team, so expect to both set the strategy and roll up your sleeves.Key Responsibilities:
Leading and structuring the internal marketing team - setting priorities, ways of working, and holding the team accountable to resultsDriving customer acquisition through paid social (Meta, TikTok) and expanding into new channels - affiliates, email, emerging platformsOwning and overseeing content creation - from campaign concepts to filming days and social outputManaging external agencies and partners, holding them to clear KPIs and timelinesMonitoring funnel performance - CAC, ROAS, conversion rates - and using data to inform every decisionEnsuring all marketing activity meets healthcare advertising regulations and compliance requirementsReporting on performance to senior leadership and the Board
About the Business:We're a nationwide remote medical provider operating in a fast-growing, innovative area of private healthcare. Our clinician-led service delivers bespoke, personalised treatment plans to patients across the UK, and we're Care Quality Commission registered. We're at an exciting stage of growth and looking for the right people to help shape where we go next. The work is genuinely meaningful, our patients experience real, life-changing outcomes, and that sense of purpose runs through everything we do.Sound like something that could be of interest? APPLY NOW! or call 07514950292/ email elliott@forwardrole.comAs 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.
Permanent
£50k - 57k per year
April 10, 2026
Creative Director
Salford, Greater Manchester, England
Job Title
Creative DirectorLocation
Salford (Hybrid working – 2 days in office, 3 days from home)Salary - £50,000 - £60,000Company Overview
Our client is an established, employee-owned creative and digital agency with over two decades of experience delivering brand, digital and campaign work.They partner with a diverse range of organisations across sectors including public services, education, energy, construction and professional services, with a strong focus on purpose-led businesses.The agency offers a full-service capability spanning brand identity, digital design, motion, video and campaign delivery. Collaboration, sustainability and high-quality creative output are central to their approach, with a strong emphasis on meaningful commercial impact over volume of work.The Role
This is a hands-on Creative Director position within a small, highly collaborative agency environment. The role combines creative leadership with active involvement in the development and execution of design work across multiple disciplines.You will lead the creative direction of the agency, overseeing brand, digital and campaign output while mentoring a team of specialists. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you will remain closely involved in concept development and delivery, ensuring all work meets high standards of creativity, strategy and execution.Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership
Define and maintain creative standards across all outputLead ideation and creative direction across brand, digital and campaign projectsEnsure all work demonstrates strong conceptual thinking and craft
Team Leadership and Development
Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary creative teamFoster a collaborative and high-performing creative cultureLead critique sessions, workshops and ongoing development initiatives
Hands-On Creative Delivery
Contribute directly to creative work across print and digitalDevelop concepts across brand identity, campaigns, UX, motion and contentCollaborate with designers and digital specialists to deliver high-quality outputs
Client Engagement
Lead creative presentations and workshopsAct as a trusted advisor to clientsChallenge briefs to deliver stronger creative solutions
Commercial and Operational Delivery
Work with account management and operations to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budgetSupport resource planning and team utilisation
Agency Growth and New Business
Lead creative input into pitches and proposalsContribute to the agency’s reputation through high-quality, visible work
Key Skills and Experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating personal creative contribution across print and digitalMulti-disciplinary design capability across brand, digital and campaign workAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and relevant design toolsStrong conceptual thinking and ability to translate ideas into executionExperience leading creative projects and mentoring teamsConfidence presenting to clients and stakeholdersAbility to balance creative excellence with commercial delivery
Ideal Candidate
This role is suited to an Associate Creative Director, Senior Creative Lead or Senior Designer with leadership experience who is ready to step into a Creative Director position.You will bring a hands-on approach, a strong sense of ownership and the ability to contribute both strategically and practically within a growing agency environment.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.
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
April 8, 2026