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

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

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Data Engineer - HYBRID WORKING

Job Description

**Job Title:** Data Engineer **Role Summary:** Design, develop, and maintain scalable ELT/ETL pipelines and data models that provide a unified analytical view of business data. Ensure data quality, security, performance, and governance while leveraging cloud‑centric technologies to deliver actionable insights. **Expectations:** * Deliver robust, high‑performance data pipelines that meet business and regulatory requirements. * Continuously improve data architecture, processes, and tooling to support evolving analytics needs. * Maintain thorough documentation, lineage, and compliance with governance standards. **Key Responsibilities:** * Design, build, and deploy ELT/ETL workflows and data marts from concept to production. * Document solutions, data lineage, and architectural decisions. * Monitor system performance, stability, and data quality; identify and resolve bottlenecks. * Participate in testing, release management, and CAB processes to ensure governance. * Review peer work and champion best practices for data engineering. * Record and manage risks, issues, and technical standards within the data management framework. **Required Skills:** * Proficiency in Python for data manipulation and automation. * Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric) and services (Azure Data Factory, Azure DevOps, PowerShell). * Strong command of SQL and tools for data processing and modeling (dbt, PySpark, SSIS). * Knowledge of data architecture concepts and analytical frameworks (ETL/ELT, Kimball, Medallion Data Lakehouse). * Ability to design and administer analytical data models and dashboards (Power BI). * Excellent problem‑solving, planning, and “can‑do” attitude to mitigate risks and deliver commitments. **Required Education & Certifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related technical field. * Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Databricks Certified Data Engineer, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Bristol, United kingdom

On site

02-12-2025

Company Name

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.

Job Title

Senior Data Architect

Job Description

Job title: Senior Data Architect Role Summary: Lead the design, governance, and strategic evolution of a large enterprise data ecosystem, translating business objectives into scalable, secure data solutions while partnering with C‑suite executives to shape data strategy and drive digital transformation. Expectations: Visionary data leader with deep architectural expertise; strong governance and cybersecurity focus; effective cross‑functional collaboration; able to deliver on hybrid hybrid schedule and meet deliverables outside IR35. Key Responsibilities: - Serve as trusted advisor to CIO, CTO, CDO, CFO, and business unit leaders. - Present data architecture roadmaps, cost implications, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. - Translate executive‑level business goals into technical data strategies and enterprise data models. - Influence long‑term corporate planning, digital transformation initiatives, and innovation programs. - Partner with Data Systems Manager to ensure solutions comply with governance standards and cybersecurity requirements. - Deliver and maintain the Digital Services strategy across all enterprise areas. Required Skills: - 10+ years in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise architecture in large, complex organisations. - Expert knowledge of Oracle RDBMS, SQL Server RDBMS, and database management systems. - Proficiency with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, and Dataverse. - Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and leadership abilities. - Excellent communication and influence skills at all organisational levels. - Experience designing modular architecture and master data management. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field. - Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Oracle Database Architecture) preferred.

Windsor, United kingdom

On site

Senior

03-12-2025