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From global enterprises to SMEs, we work with amazing clients all over the world to find you the best IT jobs in the market today. Here’s an example of some of the companies we’re working with at the moment.

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"At Lancaster University you will join an IT team whose technical excellence and ability to deliver is unparalleled. Our community of people are determined to deliver outstanding customer experiences, rooted in the latest technology, as we transform our University through our ambitious digital strategy. This is a very exciting time to join us, as we deliver a new five-year Digital Strategy, with the core aim being, Digital at Lancaster to be recognised as a global leader in Higher Education. IT Services play a pivotal role in this transformation. Our digital strategy will allow us to use data as a strategic asset, make use of emerging AI technology, drive new levels of security and sustainability, transform global experiences, and deliver sector-leading personalised user experiences. We’re ready to build our team with innovative and ambitious people, who can join our fun, friendly and inclusive teams. If you are looking for a role that allows you to grow and develop your excellent technical skills to change the world through education, research and sustainable action, then come and join us."

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"I’m excited to welcome new team members with a wide range of skills, experiences and backgrounds who will be able to lead, support and guide the next phase of our transformational development.With such a wide-ranging programme we have lots of opportunities available. We are a collaborative and engaging team, always learning new things that can improve the products and services that we deliver. You’ll bring capability and enthusiasm to support our ambitious vision, with a desire to make a real difference at all levels of skills and experience. We’re really excited to encourage people to join us to develop a sustainable and diverse team while supporting your professional and personal development.I look forward to receiving your application."

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We are delighted to provide bespoke talent solutions across the breadth of public sector. From academic institutions to local authorities we understand the unique challenges and intricacies to deliver and retain exceptional technology talent. Here&rsquo;s some examples of the organisations we&rsquo;re providing our public sector recruitment to:

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<div>We&rsquo;re Harvey Nash, and we build amazing technology and digital teams.&nbsp;There are very few recruitment companies that offer the in-depth knowledge, network and enviable track record that comes from being totally dedicated to working in technology for over three decades. Our relationships with individuals and organisations span years and it is this intimacy with the technology sector that enables us to be so effective.</div>

We understand that people are the core of technology, not just 'services or solutions'. For over 30 years, we have been finding the best technology talent for our clients, using every possible method. Today, our expertise goes beyond recruitment, as we offer a wide range of solutions to help you solve any talent problem. Whether you need executive search, contracting, outsourcing, or innovative partnerships, our expert recruiters will advise and implement the best solution for your business.&nbsp;Have a vacancy you need support with - simply click on the button and get started or explore our recruitment solutions below.

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From global enterprises to SMEs, we work with amazing clients all over the world to find you the best IT jobs in the market today. Here&rsquo;s an example of some of the companies we&rsquo;re working with at the moment.

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"At the University of Leeds you will be joining an incredible community of people determined to make a difference, whether that be through providing inspiring student education, supporting University operations or contributing towards innovative research. It is a very exciting time to join us, our ambition is to become a global leader in the use of digital technologies, data and digital approaches to support student education, global lifelong learning, research and innovation.IT Services plays a critical part in that ambition and we’re delivering two significant and far-reaching programmes that will modernise our technology and improve our cyber security capability. In our annual review you can see just some of the significant progress we’ve already made – now we’re ready to grow our team further and we’re looking for talented individuals to join our fun, friendly and inclusive team."

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"I’m excited to welcome new team members with a wide range of skills, experiences and backgrounds who will be able to lead, support and guide the next phase of our transformational development.With such a wide-ranging programme we have lots of opportunities available. We are a collaborative and engaging team, always learning new things that can improve the products and services that we deliver. You’ll bring capability and enthusiasm to support our ambitious vision, with a desire to make a real difference at all levels of skills and experience. We’re really excited to encourage people to join us to develop a sustainable and diverse team while supporting your professional and personal development. I look forward to receiving your application."

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Hi, I'm David, I am a Consultant for Harvey Nash, based in the Newcastle office.&nbsp;
I am responsible for and specialise in Business Change and Transformation recruitment. I'm proud to provide a great personal service.
Example roles I recruit for include:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Business Analysts</li>
<li>Project Management</li>
<li>Programme Management</li>
<li>Portfolio Management</li>
</ul>
I also have extensive knowledge in and recruit for Project teams all the way from Portfolio Management to Project Support Officers.
Outside of work, I am a film buff with Marvel movies being my favourite. I also love spending time with my friends and family. I am a Newcastle United Season Ticket Holder and have grown up following the team, so any NUFC conversations are very much welcome!
The best piece of advice I've ever been given is, "Do the right thing even when it is the hard option."

David Quearns

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<div><h3>The Opportunity</h3>We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of brand new, exciting software projects, working across internal teams, business stakeholders and external suppliers.You'll be responsible for managing projects from initiation through to deployment and business adoption, ensuring delivery remains on track, risks are mitigated, and stakeholders remain engaged throughout the project lifecycle.<h3>Experience Required:</h3><ul><li>Proven experience delivering end-to-end software implementation projects.</li><li>Strong project planning, governance, budget management and RAID management experience.</li><li>Experience coordinating multiple workstreams, business stakeholders, technical teams and third-party suppliers.</li><li>Ability to manage software deployments, implementation schedules, testing, training and business readiness activities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>If you're a delivery-focused Project Manager who thrives in complex environments and enjoys leading successful software Projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!</div>

Project Manager

The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Business Change Manager to support an enterprise wide Change Programme. This is a complex piece of work and we are looking for a confident Business Change Manager to hit the ground running.The Role This is a 6 month contract, outside IR35 and based in the North East. This programme will introduce fundamental changes to processes, responsibilities and day-to-day ways of working. You will lead the business change activity, helping internal teams understand the reasons for the transformation, prepare for its impact and successfully adopt new working practices.This is a hands-on role for a confident change professional who can challenge established thinking, overcome resistance and maintain momentum throughout a complex transition.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead business change activity across the Enterprise wide Change programme.</li><li>Deliver change, develop stakeholder engagement and communication plans.</li><li>Assess how new processes and service arrangements will affect internal teams.</li><li>Coordinate Programme and wider communications.</li><li>Develop and coordinate training and business readiness plans.</li><li>Introduce and embed new processes and more efficient ways of working.</li><li>Identify resistance to change and develop practical plans to address it.</li><li>Challenge existing ways of working and ensure agreed changes remain aligned with the programme's objectives.</li><li>Hold stakeholders accountable for change actions, decisions and deadlines.</li><li>Monitor adoption, readiness and progress, escalating risks where necessary.</li></ul>Key Requirements <ul><li>Strong stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills.</li><li>Experience creating change, communication, engagement and training plans.</li><li>A proactive approach, with the ability to challenge the status quo and push activity forward.</li><li>Strong understanding of business readiness, change impact and adoption.</li><li>Availability at short notice and willingness to work onsite in the North East for 2 to 3 days per week.</li></ul>Sounds like an exciting role? Apply Now!

Business Change Lead

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced PMO Lead to support a major IT transformation programme. This is a high-profile and business critical role with responsibility for establishing strong programme governance and maintaining controls.The Role This is a 12 month, outside IR35 contract role based in the North East. Your responsibilities will include managing the PMO and operational readiness. This is not a passive reporting role but a complex set up of a new PMO to ensure the effective delivery of enterprise change. The successful candidate will be expected to create structure, challenge delivery assumptions, identify risks early and hold both internal and external stakeholders and teams accountable for delivering against simultaneous agreed milestones and contractual commitments.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead the PMO governance approach for a large-scale enterprise change programme.</li><li>Develop and maintain integrated programme plans covering multiple workstreams, dependencies and milestones.</li><li>Maintain oversight of programme risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies and decisions.</li><li>Challenge plans, progress updates and delivery assumptions to ensure reporting reflects the true position of the programme.</li></ul>Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must be able to demonstrate:<ul><li>Significant experience leading a PMO within a large and complex enterprise wide change programme.</li><li>Experience establishing and operating programme governance, controls, reporting and escalation processes.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to work with senior leaders, delivery teams and external suppliers.</li><li>Availability to begin a new contract at short notice.</li><li>Ability to work onsite 2 to 3 days per week in the north east.</li></ul>Does this exciting role sound like a good fit? Apply now!

PMO Lead

Are you an experienced Business Analyst who thrives in fast-paced transformation environments? Do you enjoy working across a varied portfolio of change initiatives, engaging stakeholders at all levels, and helping organisations improve the way they work?<div>We are looking for a Business Analyst to join a growing PMO and Change function on a 2 year fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to support a range of innovative projects across the region.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>With significant investment in transformation, digital innovation, AI, process automation and service improvement, there is no shortage of interesting work to get involved in. You'll join a well-established Business Analysis team and immediately begin supporting a diverse portfolio of projects, from process mapping and procurement activities through to large-scale organisational change initiatives.This role is ideal for someone who can quickly build relationships, understand complex requirements, and confidently work with stakeholders from operational teams through to senior leadership.<h3>What You'll Be Doing</h3><ul><li>Gathering, analysing and documenting business requirements across multiple projects</li><li>Facilitating workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions</li><li>Mapping and improving business processes</li><li>Supporting procurement and tender activities</li><li>Working alongside project managers and delivery teams to ensure business needs are clearly understood</li><li>Translating operational requirements into practical solutions</li><li>Contributing to digital transformation, automation and innovation programmes</li><li>Managing multiple priorities across a varied project portfolio</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For</h3>We're interested in speaking with Business Analysts who can hit the ground running and bring strong stakeholder engagement skills alongside proven change and transformation experience.Experience in the following areas would be particularly beneficial:<ul><li>Business Analysis within large and complex organisations</li><li>Process mapping and business change delivery</li><li>Stakeholder management across multiple levels of seniority</li><li>Public sector or regulated environment experience</li><li>Transformation and service improvement projects</li><li>Power Apps, RPA or automation initiatives</li><li>.NET or technical project exposure</li><li>Procurement or tender support activities</li></ul>Most importantly, you'll be someone who can confidently enter a room, ensure every stakeholder voice is heard, and capture requirements that genuinely meet business needs.<h3>The Team</h3>You'll join a highly regarded Business Analysis team consisting of experienced Business Analysts from a variety of backgrounds, spanning both public and private sectors. The team sits within the PMO function and is known for its collaborative, supportive and welcoming culture.This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about delivering meaningful change across West Yorkshire Police.<h3>Why Join?</h3>This is a chance to play a key role in helping one of the UK's largest police forces modernise its services. From AI and automation initiatives to major transformation programmes, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference to colleagues, communities and the future of policing.If you think this sounds like an excellent opportunity, Apply Now!</div>

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