Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

About the Company

Welcome to Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

With 30+ years of experience, Proactive.IT Appointments are at the forefront of the IT recruitment sector. Established in 1991, we have become the preferred partner for many Blue Chip national, global and Government organisations. Our dynamic team has built an unparalleled knowledge of the marketplace. Technology never stands still, so neither do we. We understand the industry trends and technological developments that matter most to our clients in an ever-changing market place, which is why we are always one step ahead of the competition when it comes to providing the IT staff they need.

Our historic roots come from working with Oracle, Java, Microsoft Technologies and AS/400 iSeries, and we are still Europe’s number one provider of iSeries specialists. However, in the ever-changing world of IT, Proactive.IT Appointments are proud to have built up expertise across the whole industry. We take pride in providing unrivalled candidates with expertise in all technologies, for roles ranging from Application Development and Support to Infrastructure through to Business Analysts, Architects and Senior Management. Have a look at our latest vacancies for a flavour of just how broad our coverage is.

With one of the largest and most accurate databases in the UK, we are able to fill many of our clients’ needs directly and efficiently. Even the most challenging of candidates can be found, thanks to our prestigious connections across all leading job sites, social media and networking tools.

If you are looking for a partner with the experience to know what matters and the ability to make it count, Proactive.IT Appointments is the only name you need to know.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Software Development Business Analyst

Job Description

**Job title:** Software Development Business Analyst **Role Summary:** Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and the software development team, capturing and translating business needs into clear, actionable requirements that drive the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Work within an Agile framework to facilitate efficient delivery through user story creation, stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement of development practices. **Expactations:** - Deliver high‑quality requirements documentation that aligns with business objectives and technical constraints. - Maintain proactive, transparent communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure acceptance criteria are met. - Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to support solution delivery and post‑deployment support. **Key Responsibilities:** - Gather, analyze, and document business requirements and system specifications. - Draft and refine user stories, acceptance tests, and use‑case scenarios for Agile sprints. - Engage constantly with business owners, product owners, and technical leads to clarify scope, prioritize backlog, and resolve ambiguities. - Support the SDLC phases: planning, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and post‑go‑live review. - Contribute to practice development efforts, including process improvement, tooling, and best‑practice documentation (e.g., Azure DevOps usage). **Required Skills:** - Proven experience as an IT Business Analyst within the software development industry. - Demonstrated knowledge of the entire SDLC, with a focus on Agile methodologies (Scrum/SAFe). - Proficiency in preparing and maintaining user stories, acceptance criteria, and traceability matrices. - Familiarity with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines) for backlog and workflow management. - Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and facilitation abilities. - Ability to produce clear, concise documentation and maintain traceability of requirements. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Business Analysis certifications (e.g., CBAP, CCBA, PMI-PBA) are preferred but not mandatory.

Newcastle upon tyne, United kingdom

On site

14-11-2025

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Data Engineer

Job Description

**Job title:** Data Engineer **Role summary:** Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions on Azure. Leverage ETL techniques, data modeling, and warehousing best practices to enable data-driven insights across the organization. **Expactations:** - Deliver robust, secure data solutions on Azure within agreed timelines. - Ensure high data quality, performance, and compliance with security standards. - Collaborate with data, analytics, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical implementations. **Key responsibilities:** - Build and orchestrate ETL workflows using Azure Data Factory. - Manage and optimize Azure Data Lake Storage and Azure Synapse Analytics environments. - Design and implement data models and data warehousing solutions on Azure SQL Database services. - Monitor pipeline performance, troubleshoot failures, and enforce data governance and security controls. - Document architecture, processes, and best practices for internal teams. - Stay current with emerging Azure services and incorporate them into the data platform where appropriate. **Required skills:** - Minimum 2 years experience as a Data Engineer or similar role. - Strong SQL proficiency and experience with Azure data services (SQL Database, Synapse, Data Lake, Data Factory). - Solid understanding of ETL development, data modeling, and data warehousing concepts. - Experience building and deploying ETL pipelines in Azure Cloud. - Familiarity with Azure Fabric, security best practices for data sets, and data mining/segmentation techniques. - Analytical mindset with attention to detail; excellent organizational skills. **Required education & certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience). - Azure data engineering certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate) are preferred but not mandatory.

Berkshire, United kingdom

On site

Junior

27-11-2025

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Head of CRM (Software Development)

Job Description

**Job Title:** Head of CRM (Software Development) **Role Summary:** Lead the development, integration, and continuous improvement of the company’s CRM platform within the Zoho ecosystem, aligning technology strategy with business objectives while mentoring a high‑performing CRM team. **Expectations:** - Deliver end‑to‑end CRM solutions that support sales, marketing, and operations. - Maintain data integrity, system reliability, and regulatory compliance. - Foster cross‑functional collaboration and promote best practices in workflow automation. **Key Responsibilities:** - Own and evolve CRM strategy to match business goals. - Design, develop, and integrate features across Zoho CRM, Creator, Analytics, Flow, Desk, Campaigns, and other modules. - Manage and mentor a CRM development and support team. - Drive continuous improvement of workflows, automation, and data quality. - Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other stakeholders for scalable, data‑driven solutions. - Oversee CRM governance, documentation, and best‑practice implementation. - Ensure system reliability, data integrity, and adherence to security standards. **Required Skills:** - 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Zoho CRM (advanced configuration, automation, and customization). - Deep knowledge of the Zoho ecosystem and API integrations. - Proven leadership of CRM or technical teams. - Proficiency in Deluge scripting and custom app development. - Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. - Analytical, detail‑oriented mindset with familiarity in agile methodologies. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (preferred). - Zoho certification(s) for CRM and Creator (preferred).

Northampton, United kingdom

On site

Mid level

28-11-2025

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Infrastructure & Cloud Security Engineer - HYBRID

Job Description

**Job Title**: Infrastructure & Cloud Security Engineer – Hybrid **Role Summary** Secure and manage hybrid IT environments, focusing on Azure cloud, by configuring, monitoring, and optimizing security tools. Serve as a key member of the Counter Threat Unit, maintaining continuous protection and incident readiness. **Expectations** - Proven security engineering experience in hybrid infrastructures. - Hands‑on expertise with Azure security solutions and related tooling. - Ability to manage daily operations, respond to incidents, and drive continuous improvement. **Key Responsibilities** - Operate and support the Counter Threat Unit’s day‑to‑day security controls across infrastructure and cloud platforms. - Configure, maintain, and tune security solutions such as SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and endpoint protection. - Monitor systems and networks for anomalies, extracting and analysing threat intelligence to enhance situational awareness. - Conduct vulnerability assessments, coordinate remediation, and document findings. - Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, translating technical details into clear stakeholder communications. **Required Skills** - Minimum 4 years in IT infrastructure engineering or equivalent security operations role. - Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure and experience managing Azure‑based security solutions. - Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, VPNs, VPN gateways, and endpoint protection technologies. - Solid understanding of incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management. - Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. - Relevant certifications preferred: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate; CompTIA Security+ or equivalent; CISSP or similar.

Southampton, United kingdom

On site

Junior

28-11-2025