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Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company?  

Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team?  

Join our  Technology Team

The Internal Technology Team a pivotal role in Softcat's success. As our business grows and  evolves it is essential, we have a set of reliable, scalable yet flexible systems that can drive  us forward. The Internal Technology Team are responsible for the design, delivery, and  management of these key business applications. In support we work in conjunction with an ever-increasing number of Vendors, Partners and Softcat Stakeholders.

About the role 

We are seeking an experienced NetSuite SuiteTax Functional Consultant to lead the ongoing  management and implementation of the platform. This is a critical role, working closely with the  System Integrator to gather and analyze requirements, provide guidance and oversight on design  decisions, ensure quality, and support the continued maintenance and evolution of the solution. The ideal candidate will possess deep SuiteTax and e-invoicing knowledge, strong analytical skills,  excellent stakeholder management, and experience in requirement gathering, process  optimisation and IT change management with a Finance domain. 
 

As Functional Consultant, you'll be responsible for:  

• Oversight of platform design to support optimal delivery of the relevant business policies  and processes whilst maintaining alignment with best practice and compliance with  regulatory requirements.  
• Analysing business requirements and translating them into effective solutions.
  
• Advice and support for optimal use of platform to deliver business outcomes
  
• Product configuration and maintenance of workbooks
  
• Management of config through environments, ensuring communication and Alignment  with other workstreams

Please see attached document for further responsibilities 

We'd love you to have

• Strong understanding of Finance and Tax business processes and best practice
  
• Deep understanding of NetSuite SuiteTax modules and configuration experience
  
• Good understanding of e-invoicing modules
  
• Relevant certifications preferred
  
• 5+ years relevant experience of implementations or in a support capacity
  
•  Experience of data conversion and integration between systems

We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply – we would love to hear from you!

Work in a way that works for you    

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:   

• Hybrid working 
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day   
• Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs  

Working with us   

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.   

Join us    

To become part of the success story, please apply now.

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence.  You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/ 

Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer

Imagine it:

It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm.

You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels.

You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community.

What else makes Ipsos special?

• We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!
• We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success.
• We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
• We’re dedicated to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, striving to minimise our environmental footprint and promote sustainability.

Plus, as an Ipsos interviewer, you’ll enjoy access to:

• Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!
• Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness.

This job might be for you if:

• You love meeting new people and hearing their stories.
• You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations.
• You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss.
• You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future.

Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer

Imagine it:

It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm.

You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels.

You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community.

What else makes Ipsos special?

• We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!
• We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success.
• We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
• We’re dedicated to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, striving to minimise our environmental footprint and promote sustainability.

Plus, as an Ipsos interviewer, you’ll enjoy access to:

• Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!
• Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness.

This job might be for you if:

• You love meeting new people and hearing their stories.
• You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations.
• You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss.
• You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future.

Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer

Imagine it:

It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm.

You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels.

You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community.

What else makes Ipsos special?

• We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!
• We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success.
• We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
• We’re dedicated to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, striving to minimise our environmental footprint and promote sustainability.

Plus, as an Ipsos interviewer, you’ll enjoy access to:

• Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!
• Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness.

This job might be for you if:

• You love meeting new people and hearing their stories.
• You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations.
• You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss.
• You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future.

Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

Are you a university student looking for a placement year in the tech industry?  

Want to work somewhere where your ideas matter and you can make a real impact?  

Start date: Monday 6 th July 2026  

Length : 12 months   

Salary: £20,000   

Locations: Manchester, Marlow & Leeds

Join our Technical & Services Internship Programme

Our Internship Programme is designed for students like you - curious, driven, and ready to explore the world of technology. Over 12 months you'll gain hands-on experience, lead on real projects, make a genuine impact on our organisation and build skills that will set you apart after graduation.  

Check out some of our intern blogs via this link to learn more about a placement year at Softcat: Softcat Student Success Stories | Higherin  

About the Technical & Services Department  

We've been building our in-house tech expertise year on year, as more clients turn to us for smart, value-adding tech solutions. From AI and Digital Workspace to Hybrid Infrastructure & Cyber Security, there's huge potential to grow your technical know-how and experience by helping us take our technology solutions to another level.   

The departments in our Technical & Services area include Cyber Security, Asset Intelligence, Advisory, Architecture Services, Project Management, Professional Services, Governance, Resource Desk and Service Desk. Our past interns have worked in roles including Asset Intelligence Intern, IT Development Intern, IT Project Management Intern and MDL (Managed Device Lifecycle) Intern.  

As an Intern in the Technical & Services area you'll be:  

• Join a specialist team and take on meaningful responsibilities and duties   

• Support technical projects and customer engagements   

• Collaborate and engage across departments to deliver top-tier service   

• Build key skills such as technical knowledge, communication, time management, prioritisation and organisation  

• Work with other Softcat Interns on exciting group projects   

• Learning about your team and department and how they contribute to Softcat's success  

What we're looking for:  

• A current undergraduate University student studying in the UK/Ireland in your penultimate year, with a Technology/IT based degree discipline  

• Passionate about tech and eager to learn  

• Ability to develop and maintain relationships externally and internally  

• The ability to use your own initiative and work independently or as part of a team  

• Demonstrate an alignment to our Softcat values & inclusive culture

Work in a way that works for you  

We recognise that life doesn't always fit into a 9-5 every day in the office. That's why we offer:  

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home)  

• Flexible working hours – flexing the times you start and finish   

Working with us  

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.  

How does our internship recruitment process work?   

Our process consists of four stages,  Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview.    

Initially we're reviewing you for our Tech & Services area, assessing your Softcat fit, passion for this area and transferable skills. Once you reach our Assessment Centre's, we'll reveal the roles we have available for this year's placements. You'll then be given the opportunity to highlight your first choice, or we'll align you to where we think you'd make the most impact. You'll then interview specifically for your aligned role at your final stage panel interview.     

Some key info:   

• Application closing date: Friday 19 th December 2025   

• Tech & Services Assessment Centre Dates: Monday 16th February 2026 OR Thursday 19 th February 2026 (you must be able to attend one of these dates to be considered for this opportunity)  
• Roles are subject to location which means you may be required to relocate in order to be considered for a position  

Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.  

Join us    

To become part of the success story, please apply now.  

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence.    

You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Life At Softcat | A Culture You'll Love | Softcat  

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do.

Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We are currently recruiting for Technical Leads to sit within one of our core value streams to focus on developing and implementing innovative digital technology. You will manage, lead and coach a team of technical experts who build software and customer experiences that continues to drive, shape and deliver our customer-centric, data driven and digital first strategy.

This vacancy is a 12 month fixed term contract position.

What you'll do:

• Technical Lead for a squad, ensuring collaborative working with Product Owners, Developers, QA’s, Architects and the wider business.
• Lead, manage and coach a team of engineers. You will lead from the front with expert hands-on software development experience and ensure high technical standards are met throughout the team.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to ensure the squad has a clear mission, understands the wider tech strategy, healthy backlog and working to Agile practices.
• Work with our Architects and Principal Engineers on new tech choices and architecture evolution.
• Always looking at ways to Improve engineering practices in the squad including code quality, testing and CI/CD.
• Be a senior part of esure’s engineering community. Strive to actively share technical expertise with the team and champion / drive tech change wider than your squad.

What we’d love you to bring:

• A deep love of technology with a customer centric approach!
• A passion for people development; You will consider yourself a people motivator who has led a software development squad in an agile environment to deliver and achieve great things.
• A Java technical expert! Our Tech Lead roles are a good blend of people management and strategy and hands on development (Spring Boot experience is key).
• Experience with CI/CD, Jenkins and Docker (ideally with Kubernetes) as well as cloud platform experience, ideally AWS.
• Experience in design and development of distributed, scalable, and highly available systems with a customer centric approach.
• An advocate of different agile methodologies: Scrum, Kanban, TDD, BDD, continuous delivery.

The Interview Process (subject to change):

• You’ll start with an introductory call with one of our Talent Partners. This is a ‘get to know you session’ and for you to explore the position in more detail.
• 1st stage:  1 hour interview with our Head of Technology 
• 2nd stage:  1 hour interview with 2 of our Technical Leads. This will involve a technical task and technical interview questions. 
• 3rd Stage:  30-minute meeting with members of one of our Agile Squad. This will be a Product Owner and a Delivery Manager.
• Final stage:  a final meeting with our Head of Technology and our Chief Technology Officer.

What’s in it for you?:

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential.
• Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success.
• 28 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday.
• Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
• Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members.
• We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources.
• Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities.
• Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues.
• We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work.
• And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits | Esure Group PLC
   

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We are currently recruiting for an Application Reliability and performance Engineer to join our Team.

We are seeking a high motivated individual to bring a diverse skill set and proactive mindset to help ensure the stability, efficiency, and resilience of applications across esure. Good working knowledge of Java is needed for this position.

What you’ll do:

• Support batch processing and carry out proactive analysis across squads and services.
• Review Java code and suggest improvements to enhance quality and performance.
• Investigate and resolve production incidents, problems, and change requests.
• Offer expertise on business processes for projects and production support issues.
• Maintain core Insurance systems and related infrastructure like Kubernetes and SOLR.
• Improve batch efficiency and reduce costs, including audit-ready data archiving strategies.
• Provide data analysis to support business decisions across Operations and Claims.
• Deliver patching, database fixes, and business-critical data correction services.

What we’d love you to bring:

• Java 17+ (preferably 21), Spring Boot
• Jenkins, GIT and CI/CD
• Jira and Confluence
• Monitoring / alerting tools and solutions
• Scripting or coding with shell/bash, and Python
• Standard SQL query language and PLSQL
• Agile principles and ways of working
• Excellent client-facing communication skills
• DevOps mindset
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Automation
• Core AWS Services & Infrastructure as Code
• Application Performance Optimisation

What’s in it for you?:

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential.
• Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success.
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday.
• Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
• Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members.
• We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources.
• Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities.
• Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues.
• We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work.
• And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits | Esure Group PLC

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do.

Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We are recruiting for a Premium Finance Underwriter to join our wider Underwriting team. You will provide support on implementing esure’s strategy to optimise customer outcomes and profit for the premium finance product. If you have experience in an Underwriting role and knowledge of  Insurance or wider Financial Services products this could be a great role for you.

What you’ll do:

• Input into our projects / programmes related to Premium Finance product whilst also providing input to the development and delivery of our product roadmaps.
• Maintain and grow your understanding of the current and emerging opportunities and risks of Premium Finance products. 
• Build strong relationships with departments across the business (especially with our claims department) to enable provision of effective repair/replace and claim defence strategies. 
• Work with Pricing to assess and gain an understanding of the impact, risks and opportunities presented by developments within Premium Finance and our other key insurance products.
• Maintain an appropriate underwriting footprint via appropriate pricing, aggregator filters, underwriting rules. 
• Devise rules and analyse output of underwriting tools to detect and remove unwanted, suspicious and potentially fraudulent business at the ‘front door’.   
• Use data/technology to deliver intelligence throughout customer lifetime to become a market leader and drive exponential growth 

What we’d love you to bring:

• Great underwriting experience with knowledge of either insurance or wider financial services products.
• Any experience with premium finance products or a credit type background would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of using products and propositions to drive customer appeal and loyalty.  
• Ability to identify and anticipate potential business opportunities, risks and threats. 
• You will be inquisitive and strive to understand what data is telling us to in order for our business to make informed decisions.
• Someone who can successfully build strong relationships and partnerships with other business areas.

The Interview Process (subject to change):

• You’ll start with an introductory call with one of our Recruitment Partners. This is a ‘get to know you session’ and for you to explore the position in more detail.
• 1st stage interview: 1 hour with our Portfolio Underwriting Lead and another senior member of the Underwriting function

What’s in it for you?:

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential.
• Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success.
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday.
• Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
• Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members.
• We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources.
• Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities.
• Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues.
• We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work.
• And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits | Esure Group PLC

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We are currently recruitment for a Software Engineer to join our technology team.  We are seeking a motivated individual to work across the full Software Development Lifecycle and be involved in end to end software development. 

Join a dynamic cross-functional team dedicated to designing, building, and supporting innovative technical products and services that drive esure’s ambitious digital business. This is a great opportunity to work on industry leading products and become a pivotal part of our future. We are looking for someone who has extensive backend development experience with Java and understands what its like to work in an ever changing, Agile environment.

What You’ll do:

• Collaborate as a key member of a high-performing Agile team, crafting the future of esure’s digital journey.
• Design and develop pioneering digital and technical products to improve the experience of our customers and business partners
• Help define the technical direction for the products you support, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Write secure, tested, and high-quality code that performs at scale.
• Participate in second-line support for applications and platforms, including occasional out-of-hours support.
• Contribute to the rollout of our Enterprise Agile approach and support esure’s ongoing transformation journey.
• Proactively find opportunities to improve technical quality, streamline processes, and reduce technical debt.
• Continuously improve ways of working by challenging existing processes and proposing innovative solutions.
• Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and foster collaboration across teams and departments.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a developer in a scaled Agile environment, ideally working with delivery partners and third-party applications.
• Proficiency in Java  and Spring Boot  is essential. Familiarity with the Spring Framework and tools like Apache Kafka  is a bonus.
• Knowledge of finical billing domains / systems
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture , database programming , and event streaming  in a cloud-based environment. 
• Proficiency in applying standard methodologies in code quality, such as continuous integration, unit testing, and peer reviews.
• Experience developing and scaling high-traffic websites or critically important business systems.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks, especially BDD frameworks , is a plus.

The Interview Process (subject to change):

• You’ll start with an introductory call with one of our Recruitment Partners. This is a ‘get to know you session’ and for you to explore the position in more detail.
• 1st stage: 30min conversation with a Technical Lead 
• 2nd stage: 1 hour technical interview with Technical Lead and one other
• Decision 

What’s in it for you?:

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential.
• Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success.
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday.
• Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
• Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members.
• We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources.
• Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities.
• Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues.
• We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work.
• And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits | Esure Group PLC

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.