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

IT Business analyst WMS/ Supply chain

Job Description

Logistics/EWM Business Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: UK-Surrey-Woking
£65-75,000K ANNUALLY

We have a vacancy for a Business Analyst – Logistics/EWM, working in a team of permanent and contract Business Analysts and Functional Consultants. Working across a portfolio of projects and changes. Ensure business requirements are delivered with benefits, cost reductions and/or service improvements.

Responsibilities:
Lead the collection, understanding, documentation and translation of the business requirements for changes and projects into functional specifications and detailed test plans. Ensure that all activities comply with relevant Operating model procedures, including relevant Service Management, Project Lifecycle Management.
Assist in the production of business cases covering the development and implementation of business changes as necessary. Document all work using the required standards, methods and tools and recommend /lead improvements to standards where appropriate
Participate in troubleshooting of escalated incidents, providing systems analysis and recommends available options (any combination of process, system, data) for consideration with support of 3rd party service providers. Provide timely updates. Deep understanding of Business Partner Master data and Material Master Data
Provide Business Process design and documentation expertise, recommend business process and/or system improvements using formal (and informal) techniques. Lead the development and implementation of these improvements / new processes
Test, implement and trains in systems and facilitate system and user acceptance testing

Qualifications:
We’re looking for a Logistics Business Analyst who have extensive understanding of supply chain and have extensive stakeholder management background.

An IT professional or end user with good experience of the EWM and 3PL Logistics business areas
Strong analytical skills coupled with knowledge of how IT applications can maximise business advantage
Knowledge of market leading ERP systems and related process implementations for SAP ECC, SAP S/4 HANA, and other applications supporting EWM and 3PL Logistics processes.
Experience of managing and governing 3rd party providers
Experience of IT Service Delivery and Application support
Minimum 5 yrs Business Analysis, covering both Waterfall and Agile project environments. Demonstrable knowledge and successful application of the principles, methods, techniques and tools

London, United Kingdom

Remote

30-01-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Junior Data Analyst

Job Description

Junior Data Analyst
Farringdon, London (Hybrid)
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

My client is a leading media agency specialising in the property and travel industries, seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to support the data team in driving data-driven marketing strategies.

The ideal candidate will have around a year of industry experience and a strong desire to learn and grow in a collaborative, employee-owned company. You will work with tools like Excel, Looker, and Power BI to collect, analyse, and visualise data, providing key insights for clients and internal teams.

Required:
~ 1 year of commercial experience as a data analyst or similar
Proficient in Excel and familiar with SQL (or willing to learn).
Understanding of data visualisation tools (Looker/Power BI).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate insights effectively.
Experience with Python or R for data analysis.

Please note: This role does not offer sponsorship.

If interested, please apply and submit your CV (Latest 14th Feb). Alternatively, email your updated CV to alex.heath@lafosse.com.

London, United Kingdom

On site

31-01-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Solutions Architect

Job Description

Summary and Purpose - Solution Architect
La Fosse is partnering with a leading Insurer to help them find a talented Solution Architect. This role bridges business and technology, requiring a strategic thinker to translate business goals into practical technical solutions. You will lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive integration strategy, ensuring alignment between application architecture and the organization’s objectives.

With end-to-end responsibility, you’ll design and deliver application solutions that foster a connected ecosystem across our group functions and sub-businesses, integrating systems for underwriting, claims, broking, and back-office operations.

This position is ideal for a Senior or Lead Developer aiming to transition into architecture or an experienced Architect seeking to hone their skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
Application Architecture and Delivery
Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient application architectures aligned with business objectives.
Future-proof applications using cloud-native solutions and modernize legacy systems with containerization and microservices.
Integration Architecture and Implementation
Define integration patterns, standards, and solutions for seamless data and process flows.
Implement Azure-based integration tools like Logic Apps, Service Bus, API Management, and Event Grid.
Collaborate with data teams to ensure reliable integration and accessibility of reference and master data.
Technical Leadership
Guide development teams to meet architectural standards and best practices for performance and scalability.
Serve as a technical escalation point for complex challenges and mentor junior developers to enhance organizational expertise.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Work with business analysts, project managers, and product owners to translate requirements into technical designs.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure solutions align with priorities and deliver measurable value.
Contribute to IT strategy discussions, shaping the roadmap for technology investments.
Governance and Documentation
Establish governance frameworks for application and integration, ensuring consistent and accurate documentation.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal security policies.
Emerging Technologies and Innovation
Stay updated on trends in cloud technologies, integration, and application development.
Explore AI and machine learning opportunities to enhance business processes with data teams.
Advocate for innovation, identifying opportunities for automation and improved user experiences.

Key Skills
Technical Expertise
Proficient in Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, API Management, Event Hub, Service Bus).
Strong knowledge of modern integration patterns like REST APIs, event-driven architecture, and messaging.
Solid programming experience in C#, .NET Core, and scripting (PowerShell or JavaScript).
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., ARM templates, Bicep).
Experience
Proven Senior or Lead Developer track record delivering complex integration and application projects.
Experience in regulated environments (insurance, finance, healthcare) is advantageous.
Knowledge of the London Market or insurance industry is a plus.

London, United Kingdom

On site

10-02-2025

Company Name

La Fosse

Job Title

Cloud Architect

Job Description

Title: Azure Architect
Day Rate: £700 - £800pd (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 Months rolling contract
Based: London/Remote (1 day a week)
Responsibilities
Develop and deploy scalable, secure, and reliable cloud solutions using Azure resources.
Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
Analyse current systems and infrastructure to identify areas for improvement.
Provide expert support and guidance to team members on Azure best practices.
Contribute to the wider Cloud strategy as an Azure Subject Matter Expert.
Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards.
Identify and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
Document designs and present them to governance boards for approval.
Required Experience
Proven experience in designing and implementing Azure systems.
Strong understanding of Azure components, including Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Application Gateways, and Security Groups.
Experience delivering IDAM solutions at an enterprise level.
Strong stakeholder management, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency in documentation tools such as Confluence, Word, and Visio.
Experience working within Agile frameworks using Jira.

London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

12-02-2025