Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

About the Company

We are one of the most established independent technology recruitment consultancies in the UK. Every working day of every year since 1997 our focus has been on tech talent search & engagement best practice. Our aim is to bring a responsive and objective IT recruitment service that fully supports the needs of both individual IT candidates and our corporate clientele. Ever mindful of our ethical and social responsibilities to all parties we aim to become a trusted recruitment partner that delivers results quickly across all IT departmental functional roles and technologies.

Deerfoot provides a mature, objective and educated IT candidate search service that fully supports in-house HR teams and IT departmental managers. We consistently achieve results quickly, securing top IT talent for our clients across all IT roles & disciplines. We will always deliver our service in the manner you dictate. We never cut corners or side-step SLAs. Our aim is to foster long-term relationships founded on acting as a true business partner that you want to engage with.

We have a responsibility to present candidates factually and objectively to recruiting clients. Highlighting any concerns as well as showing strengths. In turn, we are careful to give true clarity on job opportunities to candidates. We know a job move can have far-reaching implications for an individual so we don't brush over any concerns a candidate may have. We never forget our responsibility.

We engage gently and respectfully with IT candidates. We are careful to provide full & complete details on vacancies/organisations to enable candidates to make a considered decision on whether to apply. We don't pressure individuals to make premature decisions. This means all candidate applications we send you will be of candidates that have a genuine and positive interest in working for you.

Every time we send a candidate's CV to a recruiting client, we donate PS1 to our nominated charity: the Born Free Foundation.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Job Title

Head of Strategy & Architecture - Digital Engineering

Job Description

**Job Title:** Head of Strategy & Architecture – Digital Engineering **Role Summary:** Lead the development and execution of the enterprise technology strategy and architecture for Digital Engineering Services & Solutions across EMEA. Define IT roadmaps, drive digital transformation, and align technology initiatives with business objectives at the executive level. **Expectations:** - Deliver a clear, forward‑looking technology vision that supports business growth and operational excellence. - Build consensus with C‑suite and Board members to prioritize and invest in cloud, AI (including GenAI), data management, and modern workplace solutions. - Guide a global team of strategists and architects to deliver high‑impact solutions within defined scope, budget, and quality standards. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and maintain enterprise IT strategy and architecture frameworks that support business goals and digital transformation. - Design IT roadmaps for modernising infrastructure, service management, and digital platforms (cloud, AI, data, modern workplace). - Engage with senior executives to translate strategic business imperatives into technology initiatives. - Mentor and lead a distributed team of strategists and architects, establishing governance, standards, and best practices. - Champion the adoption of industry‑leading frameworks and tools (TOGAF, ITIL, SAFe, Cloud) across the organization. - Monitor, evaluate, and report on technology performance, progress against goals, and ROI to executive leadership. **Required Skills:** - Strategic thinking with a track record of shaping enterprise technology strategy in large, complex organizations. - Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/GenAI technologies, data management, and modern workplace solutions. - Proven experience leading digital transformation initiatives and driving measurable business outcomes. - Strong stakeholder management and influence skills at Board and executive levels. - Leadership and team‑development abilities in a global, distributed environment. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or related field (Master’s preferred). - Professional certifications: ITIL, TOGAF, SAFe and/or Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) required. ---

London, United kingdom

On site

Senior

18-12-2025

Company Name

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Job Title

Interaction Designers - Mid & Senior Level

Job Description

**Job Title:** Interaction Designer (Mid & Senior Level) **Role Summary:** Design and deliver user‑centred, accessible digital services for major UK public‑sector programmes, ensuring compliance with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. Work collaboratively in a hybrid environment with cross‑functional teams to create intuitive, high‑impact interaction solutions. **Expectations:** - Produce high‑quality interaction designs that meet accessibility and GDS guidelines. - Contribute to project delivery timelines and maintain design consistency across services. - Mentor junior designers (senior level) and actively participate in design reviews. - Communicate design rationale to stakeholders and incorporate feedback efficiently. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct user research synthesis, journey mapping, and service blueprinting. - Create wireframes, prototypes, and interaction specifications using industry‑standard tools. - Validate designs through usability testing and iterate based on findings. - Collaborate with product owners, developers, content designers, and policy teams. - Ensure design deliverables align with technical constraints and regulatory requirements. - Document design decisions and maintain design system components. **Required Skills:** - Strong portfolio demonstrating interaction design for digital services, preferably within the public sector. - Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure). - Deep understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and GDS design patterns. - Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, user‑focused solutions. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaborative skills. - Experience with agile/scrum delivery frameworks. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, UX Design, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). - Preferred: GDS Service Standard training, Certified Usability Analyst (CUA), or similar UX certification.

London, United kingdom

On site

Senior

30-12-2025

Company Name

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Job Title

Solutions Architect

Job Description

**Job Title** Solutions Architect – Anti-Money Laundering/Financial Crime **Role Summary** Post‑surgical anti‑money‑laundering and sanctions technology design and evolution across EMEA for a global financial services client. The role blends technical architecture (60%) with functional business understanding (40%) to deliver end‑to‑end AML solutions. **Expectations** - Deliver scalable, compliant AML technology solutions at enterprise scale. - Lead cross‑functional design, integration, and implementation of AML and sanctions controls. - Maintain deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices. - Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business strategy. **Key Responsibilities** - Own the solution architecture for AML and sanctions tools, including data integration, analytics, and reporting components. - Conduct feasibility studies, requirement gathering, and business process analysis. - Define technical specifications, data models, and integration patterns. - Work with development, operations, and security teams to ensure robust, secure, and compliant delivery. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project teams. - Participate in solution configuration, testing, and deployment activities. - Evaluate new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the AML platform. - Produce and maintain architecture documentation and diagram sets. **Required Skills** - Strong architectural experience in AML or financial crime technology. - Proficiency in data modelling, ETL, and data integration (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, Informatica). - Knowledge of regulatory frameworks: AML, BSA/AML, OFAC, FATF, UK FCA, EU MiFID II, GDPR. - Experience with micro‑services, APIs, event‑driven architecture, or similar modern patterns. - Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). - Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills. - Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. - Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or relevant AML/financial‑crime credentials are highly desirable.

City, United kingdom

On site

30-12-2025

Company Name

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Job Title

Full Stack Software Developer

Job Description

Job title: Full Stack Software Developer (C#/Web/SQL Server) Role Summary: Design, develop, test, and maintain Windows‑based enterprise applications using C#, SQL Server, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript. Participate throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirement analysis and specification writing to release and post‑deployment support. Lead technical solutions, mentor junior developers, and influence architecture decisions. Expectations: - Deliver technically sound, high‑quality code in a structured, best‑practice environment. - Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams and customers to capture requirements. - Mentor peers and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes. - Demonstrate proactive problem‑solving and a customer‑focused mindset. Key Responsibilities: 1. Architecture and design of scalable, mission‑critical applications. 2. Coding in C# and SQL Server, implementing web UI layers with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript. 3. Produce functional and design specifications, unit and integration tests. 4. Execute regression and performance tests, manage releases, and maintain production systems. 5. Review code, enforce coding standards, and provide constructive feedback. 6. Develop and execute automated test plans; participate in continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines. 7. Collaborate with product owners, QA, and operations to deliver on schedule. Required Skills: - 3+ years full‑stack development experience in a professional setting. - Advanced proficiency in C# (ASP.NET, .NET Core) and SQL Server. - Solid front‑end skills: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript (modern frameworks optional). - Experience with unit, integration, and functional testing. - Knowledge of version control (Git) and CI/CD tools. - Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities. - Self‑motivated, customer‑focused, and continuous improvement oriented. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). - Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate, or similar) are an advantage but not mandatory.

Cowes, United kingdom

On site

Junior

12-01-2026