Tech Archives - Better Days Recruitment

Cyber Essentials Specialist

My client has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cyber Essentials Specialist to join their organisation as they embark on achieving Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.

This is a significant and high-profile project and has implications to its ongoing cyber stance and capability as well as its ability to successfully bid for research grants now and in the future.

As the Cyber Essentials SME you will act as the bridge between IT Services, Projects and the wider community, demonstrating a willingness to be proactive in approach, work collaboratively and be supportive of colleagues.

Working within the infrastructure environment, you will support colleagues responsible for network, firewall, server, storage, backup, identity and security etc, as well as their operations group in support of endpoint systems and endpoint management solutions, aligning these services in support of Cyber Essentials Plus.

This is a highly hands-on role where you will need to be adaptable and flexible in your approach, adept at coordinating and working with an array of team resource in meeting challenging targets and deadlines.

Skills and experience needed;

A detailed applied and theoretical knowledge and understanding of cyber security.
A robust knowledge and understanding of latest iterations of NCSC Cyber Essentials Requirements for IT Infrastructure.
Experience of supporting organisations through security framework accreditation processes such as Cyber Essentials is highly desirable
Strong experience of engaging with technical teams in the development of supporting infrastructures for security frameworks and acting as a technical bridge between project and delivery teams.
Effective management skills
Ability to present policy and procedure and communicate complex technical messages in a way that can be understood by the audience.
Planning and organisational skills, including project management.
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships

In return they offer; flexible working, generous pension scheme, life insurance

purchase additional Annual Leave, discounts on public transport, Cycle to work Scheme, special rates in hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region. Discounts on high-street shops, along with a cash back health plan and discount on our on-site Gym Facilities

Technical Project Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Technical Project Manager that has a proven track record of delivery to join our client as they embark on a major industry changing programme.

The Technical Project Manager will be the conduit between the technical teams and the business, ensuring that deliverables are met and the project is the project is running on time and to budget.

You will hold regular progress updates with the team to ensure work is on target, identify blockers, and to facilitate the smooth delivery of the project. Facilitate the planning, management, and delivery of technology projects through Agile methodology.

The Technical PM will maintain and manage backlogs and sprints in Azure DevOps, ensuring that the team provides sufficient detail on tasks at the correct stages of development. Monitor progress and performance of technology projects to be able to provide regular updates to stakeholders.

The successful candidate will need to have;

A proven track record of delivering Technical Projects end to end
Experience of running projects within an Agile/Scrum methodology
Able to lead technical teams and converse with technical people
Experience of software/system development projects
Good knowledge of agile project management methods, and possess a good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling projects.
Experience in both Agile delivery tools, such as Jira or Azure DevOps, and Project Management tools

In return they offer some fantastic benefits, including a great pension scheme, life assurance, simply health, enhanced maternity pay and much more.

There is a requirement to be onsite 2 days a week in Horley

AV Engineer

Great new permanent role for an Audio Visual Engineer to join a successful and fast growing Audio Visual specialist located in West Sussex.

The successful candidate will be experienced with electrical installation of Audio/visual equipment ideally within businesses and possess fantastic professional customer service and communication skills.

The role requires daily visits to customers and occasionally an overnight stay is required depending on the location of the project. You will have access to a company vehicle and the role is Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities; Interpreting the work required from verbal and written directives that include schematic diagrams. The erection and mounting of equipment brackets and cable trunking along with cable connectivity, then ensuring that the products are installed correctly by testing before leaving site.

Ensure that health and safety and risk assessments are always adhered to and met. Construction of AV equipment racks and connection and the installation of AV hardware and wall/floor connectivity plated. Completion of First Fix cable route pulling and cable identity marking according to the schematic diagram provided.

Skills and experience:

Experience within Audio Visual installations is essential
Experience of rack building and pre-wiring
Installation of audio, ceiling and wall mounted speakers, microphones and other similar equipment
Experience of working on first and second fix sites
Installation of LED screens, video walls and wall/ceiling mounted plat panel displays and projectors
Terminate shielded audio, video and data cable
Strong customer service, customer facing experience is essential
A professional and friendly nature
Logical thinking and a good problem solver
Conscientious and takes pride and accountability for own work completed
Fantastic communicator with great listening skills
Enjoys working and being part of a team but also have the ability to work independently
Full driving license is essential
Happy to have a DBS check completed

Senior Integration Developer

My client is looking for a Senior Integration Developer to assist with a high-profile programme moving to a new cloud-based system.

The Integration Developer will be a key member of the team assuming responsibility for carrying out development or configuration work required to meet the business requirements of the project.

You will be expected to work closely with the IT technical team, associated Project Managers and other key members of the project team in ensuring that all aspects of the data migration process within the scope of the project are tightly controlled and delivered.

You will need to have;

Strong experience working with Rest API’s, JSON and some experience with low code integration tools such as Dell Boomi, Mulesoft, Azure data factory etc

Able to demonstrate a broad and extensive background in systems integration.

Experience with SQL & T-SQL

Experience with Oracle PL/SQL would be desirable

Any experience of MS Dynamics CRM and/or Banner would be nice to have

This role can be based predominantly remotely with once or twice a month onsite in Brighton

SQL Database Administrator

A successful IT and office systems organisation located in West Sussex are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join them on a permanent basis. You would be responsible for all aspects of the SQL databases within the business.

The SQL databases provide a critical function to all departments with the business, especially on the reporting side so it’s really important that the DBA takes accountability for this important function.

Duties to include; daily monitoring and administration of the databases, build and maintain store procedures and back ups. Maintain and develop integrations to business web based applications and ensuring numerical accuracy on reports. There is a strong emphasis on writing and producing SQL reports.

As this is working within a smaller IT Team, assisting with an general IT queries across the business. You will possess a ‘can do’ attitude and enjoy working within a friendly and collaborative office environment.

Skills/Experience/Attributes:

Previous experience as a SQL Database Administrator
Experience of writing SQL reports is essential
Experience of writing stored procedures
Proficient in all Microsoft office products
Office 365 administration
Basic scripting in Powershell is desirable
Highly numerical and comfortable with complex calculations
High prioritisation and organisational skills with an ability to juggle multiple workloads.
Relentless addressing of any failures
Fantastic customer service and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Great sense of humour
Proud of own work and taking accountability
Inquisitive and a good problem solver

Victoria Brock

12 July 2023

Better Days placed me in my current role, in which I'm very happy. Ceres kept me updated throughout the entire interview and recruitment process and checked in regularly with updates. This made me feel valued as a candidate and reassured that I was in good hands.

Benjamin Hunt

2 July 2023

I recently had the pleasure of working with a small independent recruitment agency. I must say that my experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the very first interaction, the recruiter demonstrated a level of professionalism and commitment that exceeded my expectations. Ceres’ personalized approach made me feel like a priority, and I never felt like just another number in their database. Ceres took the time to understand my skills, experience, and career goals, ensuring they were well-equipped to find the right opportunities for me. Better Days Recruitment had an impressive network and connections within the industry. Ceres tapped into her extensive professional network, leaving no stone unturned in the search for suitable positions. They were proactive, diligent, and constantly kept me updated on any potential opportunities. One of the standout aspects of working with this agency was the attention to detail and the personalized service. Ceres took the time to understand my strengths and weaknesses, tailoring their approach to align with my aspirations. They provided valuable guidance and advice throughout the process, from polishing my resume to preparing for interviews. It was clear that they genuinely cared about helping me succeed. Moreover, the agency's dedication to finding the right fit was evident in the quality of positions they presented to me. Instead of inundating me with irrelevant job postings, the recruiter focused on opportunities that closely matched my skillset and career trajectory. This demonstrated a commitment to both the candidate and the employer, ensuring a mutually beneficial match. In terms of communication, Ceres was prompt and responsive. Despite juggling multiple tasks, they made themselves available whenever I had questions or needed assistance. This level of accessibility and attentiveness is often hard to find in larger recruitment agencies. While the small size of the agency may limit its reach in certain areas or industries, the individual attention, personalized service, and dedication to finding the right fit make it a hidden gem in the recruitment world. Working with a single, dedicated recruiter who genuinely cares about your success can be a refreshing and rewarding experience. If you're looking for a recruitment agency that will go the extra mile, providing tailored solutions and a personalized touch, I highly recommend giving this small independent agency a chance. They may have only one employee, but their commitment and expertise make them a standout choice in the competitive world of recruitment.

Stephen Bell

26 June 2023

One of the recruiters part of better days named Carole-Anne who was a huge help in getting me my new job. She gave me the confidence that I think made the difference between me being the best candidate or not I really can’t thank her enough and would recommend the company for anyone looking for an agency that cares and prepares you for that next step. Would definitely come back if I needed to in the future.

Hussain Karem

19 June 2023

If I could give 100 stars I would! Carole-Anne is an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only is she extremely professional, Carole-Anne is very personable and friendly. I always have a positive experience when speaking with her. Very patient and answered all questions I had. Better Days is by far the best recruitment company i've worked with!

Charlie Robinson

22 May 2023

Carole-Anne was friendly and made an effort to really get to know me. Despite not getting the role she put me forward for, Carole-Anne still gave me advice and support in securing another role via another agency. Truly a good person :)

Julie Albury

4 May 2023

My friend and I have just had the popcorn chicken for lunch. What a treat, it was really delicious! Nice to have a new and affordable place to eat in the centre of town. Certainly having a betterday now.

Myrin Hall

15 April 2023

Better Days Recruitment are pleasure to work with. They make the recruitment process as simple as possible. Communication with Better Days is fantastic. During the placing of my current role, Ceres was in regular contact with updates as well as check-ins. I have no complaints for the service I received and would recommend Better Days Recruitment.

gimy gracias

2 March 2023

I did a contract work through Better Days Recruitment. Ceres handled the entire process swiftly. She looked after all the contractors well too. Thank you Better Days and Ceres for your great service

Daniel Smith

9 February 2023

Carole-Anne has been an infinite source of support and a bubbly helpful attitude, that really helped me in my journey from applying to a job posting - to being accepted for the role less than a couple of weeks later. I couldn't have asked for a better advocate and guide, and I'm truly thankful that Carole-Anne was with me through it all. 5 stars all the way! Thank you :)

Elliott Desouza

31 January 2023

Carole-Anne was the most supportive and cheerful recruiter I have ever had! Talking to her always put a smile on my face, thank you very much for the great experience.