La Fosse

About the Company

La Fosse is on a mission to help our customers achieve their ambitions, working by their side to create a total talent solution from the classroom to the boardroom. Our vision is simple: to lead by example to achieve a change in the standards of care within our industry.

We partner with our customers to build solutions for their business and people challenges, leveraging our recruitment, academy, solutions, and executive search offerings. Our expert teams work at all levels on a permanent, contract, interim, and executive search basis.

We help add short-term capacity whilst building long-term capability, filling immediate skills gaps and, more importantly, solving future needs with outstanding, diverse talent.

Company culture is a huge focus for us, promoting an inclusive, caring environment that supports our employees in reaching their career goals.

We've won several awards along the way, including:
* 13th Best Large Company to Work For in the UK, 5th Best Recruitment Company to Work For in the UK, 13th Best Large London Company to Work For, Highly Commended for Biggest Improvement for Large Companies in the UK, Special Recognition for 10 years of Commitment to being a Best Company to Work For. Best Companies (2022)
* Top 40 Best Small Company to Work For in the UK. Sunday Times 2013 - 2021 inclusively
* Top 250: 241st in the PwC Top Track 250 List. Sunday Times (2020)
* Top 100: 56th in the Profit Track 100 List. Sunday Times (2020)
* Top 200: 7th Place in the HSBC International Track 200 List. Sunday Times (2020)
* Winner: Candidate Service Award. TALiNT International TIARA Awards (2020)

Whether you're a customer, candidate, prospective student, or potential colleague, find out how we can support your recruitment and career goals http://www.lafosse.com

Executive Search | Interim Management | Academy Training | Technology & Security | Digital & Data | Business Change & Transformation

Listed Jobs

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

AI Engineer - Contract Role

Job Description

**Job Title**: AI Engineer – Contract **Role Summary**: Contract AI Engineer to develop and deploy generative AI solutions using Google Gemini and Vertex AI on GCP. Work 3 days a week onsite in Newcastle, focusing on backend system design, API integration, and ML Ops for scalable, secure AI services. **Expectations**: - Deliver end‑to‑end AI features within the contract period. - Partner closely with cross‑functional teams, providing technical guidance and ensuring solutions meet security, compliance, and performance standards. **Key Responsibilities**: - Design and implement AI‑driven solutions with Google Gemini and Vertex AI. - Build and integrate generative AI models via APIs. - Develop scalable backend systems in Python for data processing and model orchestration. - Implement Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) workflows and vector search for knowledge integration. - Deploy and maintain solutions on Google Cloud Platform, securing infrastructure and data compliance. - Apply ML Ops best practices: CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and monitoring. **Required Skills**: - Proficient in Python and ML libraries: TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain. - Hands‑on experience with Google Gemini, Vertex AI, and GCP services (Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, etc.). - Strong background in Machine Learning, generative AI, or software engineering. - Experience building scalable AI systems and integrating foundation models. - Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. - Ability to implement RAG pipelines and vector search. - Excellent communication and teamwork in fast‑paced environments. **Required Education & Certifications**: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or related field. - No mandatory certifications, but familiarity with GCP certification tracks (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect) is a plus. ---

Newcastle upon tyne, United kingdom

Hybrid

18-12-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Interim Security Architect

Job Description

**Job Title:** Interim Security Architect **Role Summary:** Remote, contract role (3‑6 months, outside IR35) focused on embedding security into solution designs and project delivery for priority business initiatives. Acts as a technical Business Information Security Officer (BISO) to partner with business units and elevate overall security maturity. **Expectations:** - Deliver security architecture aligned with corporate policies and standards. - Provide secure‑by‑design guidance and produce security non‑functional requirements (NFRs). - Advise on controls, authentication, encryption, and assurance across projects. - Collaborate closely with IT and development teams as the security SME. - Support security maturity uplift programmes, including greenfield initiatives. - Utilize Microsoft Security Stack (E5) throughout engagements. **Key Responsibilities:** - Define and maintain security architecture principles, patterns, and reference models. - Translate business requirements into secure design specifications and controls. - Conduct security reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments for new solutions. - Produce and enforce security NFRs and compliance checklists. - Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, influencing security decisions. - Lead workshops and training to up‑skill IT teams on security best practices. - Drive and document progress of security maturity uplift programmes. - Integrate Microsoft E5 security solutions (Defender, Sentinel, Azure AD, etc.) into architectures. **Required Skills:** - Proven security architecture experience in complex, enterprise environments. - Strong knowledge of secure‑by‑design principles and NFR development. - Consulting/advisory capability on authentication, encryption, and control frameworks. - Excellent collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills. - Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Security Stack (E5) and cloud security. - Experience leading security maturity uplift or greenfield projects. - Ability to act as a technical BISO and translate security concepts for non‑technical audiences. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). - Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA). - Microsoft security certifications preferred (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals or higher).

England, United kingdom

Remote

21-12-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Cloud Security Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Cloud Security Specialist Role Summary: Deliver expert cloud security advisory and assurance across complex hybrid and multi‑cloud environments. Drive secure design, implementation, and risk treatment for cloud-hosted solutions, including container, identity, and compliance domains, in collaboration with architecture, DevOps, and engineering teams. Expactations: • Serve as a trusted technical advisor on secure cloud architecture and best‑practice implementation. • Define, document, and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and principles. • Provide comprehensive security assurance across identity, network, data, and workload layers. Key Responsibilities: • Advise on secure cloud design and implementation plans for new services and architectures. • Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and reusable security patterns. • Conduct security assurance and risk assessments across identity, network, data, and workloads. • Collaborate with architecture, DevOps, and engineering teams to embed security guardrails and automated controls. • Monitor compliance with regulatory and industry frameworks, and drive remediation actions. Required Skills: • Hands‑on experience in cloud security engineering or architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP, or equivalent). • Proven expertise in hybrid and multi‑cloud security models. • Strong knowledge of container security, identity management, and data protection. • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. • Ability to translate complex technical security concepts into clear, actionable guidance. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer.

London, United kingdom

On site

24-12-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Director of Security Services Delivery Management

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Security Services Delivery Management Role Summary: Lead operational delivery of security services within a global telecom transformation, defining the service roadmap, managing budgets, vendor relationships, and a team of security service managers, while ensuring high performance and regulatory compliance. Expectations: Demonstrated senior leadership in service delivery and information security across large, complex organizations. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and the ability to drive innovation in security operations. Key Responsibilities: - Lead end‑to‑end delivery of core security services organization‑wide. - Define, maintain, and evolve the security service catalogue and delivery roadmap. - Act as primary liaison with managed service providers, ensuring accountability, quality, and performance targets are met. - Manage budgets, negotiate contracts, and oversee vendor relationships. - Recruit, coach, and manage a team of security service managers. - Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to align security services with business objectives. Required Skills: - Proven leadership and experience in service delivery management and information security. - In‑depth knowledge of security domains and managed security services. - Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation abilities. - Budget planning and vendor management expertise. - Ability to develop and execute a long‑term service roadmap. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. - Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer) and/or project management credentials (e.g., PMP) preferred.

London, United kingdom

On site

24-12-2025