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An established UK organisation is seeking an experienced Head of IT to lead and evolve its technology function during a period of operational maturity and controlled change. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role has end-to-end responsibility for IT strategy, infrastructure, service delivery, security, and governance. The successful candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary internal IT function through senior specialists, while remaining technically engaged in architecture, resilience, and major incidents where required. This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who balances hands-on technical credibility with strong governance, people leadership, and commercial awareness. The Role You will be responsible for: Setting and delivering the IT strategy and roadmap aligned to business priorities Owning IT operations, infrastructure, and 24/7 service delivery Ensuring system resilience, cyber security, disaster recovery, and business continuity Leading IT governance, risk, compliance, and audit readiness Providing leadership and direction to senior technical specialists across infrastructure, development, testing, automation, and data Overseeing internal systems development, controlled change, and release management Owning data governance and management reporting (including BI and operational reporting) Managing the IT budget, forecasting, suppliers, and strategic partners Building a culture of service excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement About You You will bring: Proven experience as a Senior IT leader in a complex environment Strong background in IT operations, infrastructure, and service delivery Experience leading cyber security, resilience, and continuity programmes Solid Microsoft enterprise experience (M365, Azure, identity, security), with broader infrastructure exposure Experience leading and delivering through senior technical specialists Good working knowledge of ITIL and security or governance frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001) The confidence to operate hands-on in complex or high-impact situations when needed The ability to translate technical risk into clear, commercial language What’s On Offer A senior, influential role with direct access to executive leadership A stable but evolving technology environment with scope to make a tangible impact A balanced remit across operational excellence, improvement, and innovation For more information and a detailed job spec, please contact Ruben Davis at Synergy. 

We're looking to engage an experienced Full Stack Developer to deliver a defined package of security and compliance-focused enhancements to our client's web platform.  This is a short-term, well-scoped contract focused on strengthening authentication, auditing, and application security within an existing production system. The Role You will be responsible for implementing several targeted improvements to a live ASP.NET MVC application, including: Adding multi-factor authentication (MFA) to user login Implementing step-up verification for sensitive user actions to confirm user presence at the point of authorisation Enhancing audit logging to capture user actions with timestamps Reducing security vulnerabilities by updating legacy libraries and resolving AppCheck warnings Producing clear technical documentation and handing over to the internal team Tech Stack ASP.NET MVC (.NET Framework 4.8) C# JavaScript, HTML, CSS REST APIs Required Experience Strong background in authentication and authorisation patterns Experience securing high-risk or regulated user actions (e.g. approvals, authorisations) Comfortable working independently on well-defined enhancements Ability to work within an existing codebase and platform constraints Clear documentation and handover skills Desirable Experience in regulated environments Familiarity with step-up authentication or electronic signature workflows Pragmatic approach to improving security without large-scale rewrites For more info, contact Ruben Davis at Synergy 

An established and growing software company is looking to hire a Junior Developer on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a hybrid role, combining remote working with time in a modern engineering office environment. The business develops specialist software products with strong data and analytics capabilities, used by customers in a regulated, technical industry. This role offers a great opportunity for a developer with a solid foundation in C# and .NET to build on their skills, work on real-world products, and continue progressing professionally within a supportive development team. The Role You will work as part of an agile development team, contributing to the design, development, and ongoing improvement of core software products. The team is currently focused on scaling existing platforms and modernising a legacy codebase into newer versions of .NET. You will gain a strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle and the company’s product suite, while supporting delivery against agreed milestones and quality standards. There will also be opportunities to support colleagues and customers through documentation, training, and product demonstrations as your confidence grows. Key Responsibilities Developing and maintaining high-quality software solutions Working within Agile and Scrum delivery processes Contributing to refactoring and modernisation initiatives Collaborating with other developers and wider stakeholders Supporting project delivery and providing regular progress updates Assisting with product support, documentation, and demonstrations where required Desirable Technical Skills C# with .NET Framework JavaScript and jQuery Microsoft SQL Server Web API and MVC Experience using version control, ideally Azure DevOps TypeScript, Razor, Angular (legacy or modern versions) Unit testing tools such as nUnit or Moq LINQ to SQL Exposure to Microsoft Azure and Azure SQL PowerShell About You Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience Commercial software development experience using C#, .NET, and SQL Comfortable working in an Agile environment Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Methodical, well organised, and detail-focused Analytical problem-solver with a genuine interest in building quality software Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team For more information, and a detailed job spec contact Ruben @ Synergy  

We’re working with a well-established, Suffolk-based organisation operating in a regulated environment. They’re looking to appoint a Team Lead to take ownership of a small, close-knit internal development team and bring structure, consistency and clarity to how work is delivered. Hybrid working | 2–3 days per week onsite This is a people and delivery leadership role, not a hands-on development position. The focus is on managing developers, improving ways of working, and acting as the bridge between the business and the development team.  What the role looks like day to day: Leading and supporting the team of software developers, including senior and full-stack engineers Owning delivery workflow, planning and team processes: planning, prioritisation, delivery flow, and continuous improvement Implementing and embedding structured delivery processes and development lifecycle practices Introducing and improving DevOps ways of working and documentation Acting as the main point of contact between the business and the development team Managing inbound work, tickets and releases to keep delivery predictable and controlled Keeping standards high through sensible oversight of quality, reviews, and ways of working Creating clarity where processes and documentation are currently limited What is required: Proven experience leading a software development team Strong background in delivery, process and workload management within a development team Comfortable working in a non-coding leadership role Confident stakeholder communicator, able to manage expectations and priorities Experience working with delivery tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps If you’d like more details on the organisation, team setup, or interview process, apply and get in touch for a confidential conversation.  

Service Technician Framlingham | On-site | Monday–Friday £27,000 - £30,000pa We’re working with a specialist equipment business in Framlingham that’s looking to add a Service Technician to the team. The role centres on repairing and maintaining electrical equipment used within their hire fleet, so hands-on electronics experience is a real advantage, someone who’s spent time repairing electronics, using tools and ideally doing a bit of soldering. What you’ll be doing Fault-finding on inspection kits, monitors and control units Repairing or replacing components such as connectors, cables, lights, circuit boards, and small mechanical parts Carrying out basic soldering and wiring repairs Cleaning, preparing and testing equipment before it goes back out on hire Making sure repair notes and service records are kept accurate and up to date Keeping the workshop organised and working safely Helping with occasional local deliveries/collections when needed This role will suit Someone with hands-on repair experience; ideally in electronics, wiring, soldering, or similar “bench repair” work A practical problem-solver who enjoys taking things apart and fixing them to a high standard Happy working on-site in a small, supportive team Detailed, methodical, and able to follow repeatable processes Full UK driving licence required for occasional vehicle use What’s on offer Full training on the specialist equipment (you don’t need prior industry experience) Being part of a growing technical business The chance to deepen your repair skills and progress as you learn the equipment Supportive environment with variety day-to-day Apply to find out more about the opportunity  

We’re working with a large, well-established organisation in the services sector that is heavily investing in its digital platforms. They’re looking for a Web Developer to build meaningful products used by thousands of users every day. Hybrid – 3 days per week The Tech Stack Their core environment is built around: PHP | Laravel | MySQL | HTML/CSS | JavaScript If you’re confident across this stack, you’ll be a strong fit. They’re Looking for Someone who: Has hands-on Laravel experience where you’ve built production-level features in Laravel Can take ownership of a feature from concept to deployment Is comfortable debugging and supporting live systems Writes clean, structured and maintainable code Communicates well and works collaboratively Experience with modern tools (Git workflows, Docker) is essential. The Role You’ll join a small, focused development team and take ownership of: Building new features across multiple bespoke platforms Enhancing internal tools, APIs and user-facing services Supporting live operational systems Delivering clean, reliable code within a modern containerised environment You’ll play a genuine part in shaping how their systems evolve. We’re representing the employer and we’ll guide you through the full process with them. Apply for further details.  

The Lead Developer vacancy is with an established technology-driven business entering an exciting phase of enhancement and digital evolution. Hybrid - Preferably 2 days per week in the office As Development Lead, you’ll take ownership of a multidisciplinary software team responsible for delivering and maintaining multiple high-traffic web platforms and internal systems. What We’re Looking For A credible technical lead with proven full-stack experience who enjoys combining hands-on coding with mentoring and team management. You’ll be confident leading across backend, frontend and mobile projects balancing technical depth with delivery ownership, and the ability to guide developers towards deadlines whilst maintaining quality. You’ll be comfortable engaging with stakeholders to understand priorities and plan technical improvements that deliver measurable outcomes. Technical Skills & Experience Strong PHP / Laravel expertise with solid OOP principles Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Next.js) Strong understanding of MySQL database design and optimisation Proven experience leading or mentoring developers Experience conducting code reviews, 1-2-1's and supporting best practices Familiarity with Agile delivery, sprint planning and the ticketing tools (Jira, ClickUp) Understanding of secure coding, testing methodologies and deployment processes What You Will Be Doing Lead the day-to-day development, testing and deployment of multiple systems Provide mentorship, direction and code reviews across the development team Plan and prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met Maintain and evolve existing web platforms, APIs and mobile integrations Collaborate with stakeholders and the IT leadership team to define technical roadmaps Troubleshoot performance issues, implement improvements, and reduce technical debt Ensure systems meet secure coding standards and are well-documented Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Why This Role? This is a genuine opportunity to lead a collaborative development team, take full ownership of the software delivery process from initial design to live deployment and influence the tech roadmap and drive meaningful improvements across a suite of business-critical platforms. If you’re a hands-on developer ready to lead, or an existing Lead Developer looking for more autonomy and ownership, apply now to learn more about the opportunity.  

Our client is looking for an AI Automation Engineer to help design and deliver practical, AI-driven automation across the business. This is a hands-on role focused on building workflows, integrations, and conversational solutions using modern AI and automation tooling. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs, then design and implement solutions using platforms such as n8n, RPA tools, AI agents, and chatbots. Overall transformation strategy is led by the IT Director, with this role focused firmly on delivery. The role is primarily on-site, with some flexible working. The role You will be responsible for identifying opportunities where AI and automation can improve efficiency and user experience, then building solutions that are robust, scalable, and easy for the business to adopt. Key responsibilities include: Working with stakeholders to understand processes, data flows, and user requirements Designing and building automation workflows using RPA tools such as UiPath, Power Automate, Automation Anywhere, as well as web-based orchestration platforms such as n8n Developing AI-enabled solutions including chatbots, assistants, and AI agents for internal and customer-facing use cases Integrating AI services such as OpenAI, CrewAI, or similar into business workflows Connecting systems via APIs, webhooks, and event-driven automation Creating technical documentation and supporting user adoption of AI tools Ensuring solutions align with security, data governance, and responsible AI principles Monitoring, maintaining, and continuously improving live automations and AI solutions What our client is looking for Strong hands-on experience building AI-driven automations and workflows Experience working with orchestration tools such as n8n, Make, Zapier, or similar Experience analysing business processes and delivering automation using RPA tools Practical experience designing and deploying chatbots or AI assistants Confidence engaging with non-technical stakeholders and translating requirements into working solutions A pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset, prioritising real business outcomes over experimentation Skills and experience Hands-on experience with workflow automation platforms (n8n, Make, Zapier, etc.) Experience integrating large language models and AI services (OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, etc.) Experience with RPA tools such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Power Automate Strong understanding of APIs, webhooks, and system integrations Experience working with structured and unstructured data Scripting experience using languages such as JavaScript or Python Understanding of data security, access control, and governance in AI-enabled systems Why apply This is an opportunity to work on meaningful AI and automation initiatives within a business that is actively investing in modern technology. You’ll have the chance to build real solutions, work closely with the business, and see your work adopted and used at scale.