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Full Stack Engineer (140812-1)
GlasgowContract£431.65 (Max pay rate)Full Stack Engineer Location: Glasgow or Bournemouth Project: Large-scale financial services delivery programme Contract Role About the Role We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join a high-performing delivery team working on a major transformation programme within the financial services sector. This role involves building scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions that support complex business operations across multiple teams and technical domains. You will work in a cloud-first, agile environment and be responsible for delivering end-to-end features—from user interface development through to backend engineering. The ideal candidate will act as a subject matter expert, contribute to technical decision-making, and help maintain strong engineering standards across the team. Responsibilities Design and implement scalable, efficient full-stack software solutions Develop end-to-end features across frontend and backend systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features Apply cloud-first and agile principles to solve technical challenges Participate in code reviews and drive best-practice development standards Mentor junior engineers and support a culture of learning and improvement Contribute to architectural discussions and technical direction across teams Key Skills and Requirements Essential: Advanced proficiency in Java (P3 – Advanced) Preferred / Intermediate Proficiency: Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) Kubernetes Spring Boot Terraform Oracle Database Why Join This Project? Work on a high-impact programme within a major financial services environment Collaborate with experienced engineering teams using modern technologies Opportunity to influence system design and technical direction Gain exposure to cloud-driven engineering and large-scale delivery practices How to Apply If you are an experienced Full Stack Engineer interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV or contact us for more information.
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Software Engineer
LuxembourgContractnegotiableSoftware Engineer Overview You will provide support for applications within the pre-production environment, ensuring the daily availability of all services for customers. You will also maintain the environment by applying the required code updates and patches. Mandatory Skills and Experience University degree in an IT-related discipline or equivalent professional experience Experience working with pre-production/testing environments Strong team spirit, open-mindedness, and adaptability Experience with Linux and NT environments Knowledge of Oracle SQL and/or MS SQL is an advantage Good knowledge of one or more of the following tools is a plus: GitHub, Jenkins, Jira, OpenShift, JBOSS, WebLogic Ability to work in a customer-facing role with strong service orientation and attention to detail Highly motivated and organised, able to work effectively with minimal supervision Good command of English (written and spoken). Additional languages are an asset Strong communication skills, flexibility, and proficiency with MS Office applications
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Software Engineer
LuxembourgContractnegotiableSoftware Engineer Overview You will provide support for applications within the pre-production environment, ensuring the daily availability of all services for customers. You will also maintain the environment by applying the required code updates and patches. Mandatory Skills and Experience University degree in an IT-related discipline or equivalent professional experience Experience working with pre-production/testing environments Strong team spirit, open-mindedness, and adaptability Experience with Linux and NT environments Knowledge of Oracle SQL and/or MS SQL is an advantage Good knowledge of one or more of the following tools is a plus: GitHub, Jenkins, Jira, OpenShift, JBOSS, WebLogic Ability to work in a customer-facing role with strong service orientation and attention to detail Highly motivated and organised, able to work effectively with minimal supervision Good command of English (written and spoken). Additional languages are an asset Strong communication skills, flexibility, and proficiency with MS Office applications
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Full Stack Engineer (140812-1)
GlasgowContract£431.65 (Max pay rate)Full Stack Engineer Location: Glasgow or Bournemouth Project: Large-scale financial services delivery programme Contract Role About the Role We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join a high-performing delivery team working on a major transformation programme within the financial services sector. This role involves building scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions that support complex business operations across multiple teams and technical domains. You will work in a cloud-first, agile environment and be responsible for delivering end-to-end features—from user interface development through to backend engineering. The ideal candidate will act as a subject matter expert, contribute to technical decision-making, and help maintain strong engineering standards across the team. Responsibilities Design and implement scalable, efficient full-stack software solutions Develop end-to-end features across frontend and backend systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features Apply cloud-first and agile principles to solve technical challenges Participate in code reviews and drive best-practice development standards Mentor junior engineers and support a culture of learning and improvement Contribute to architectural discussions and technical direction across teams Key Skills and Requirements Essential: Advanced proficiency in Java (P3 – Advanced) Preferred / Intermediate Proficiency: Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) Kubernetes Spring Boot Terraform Oracle Database Why Join This Project? Work on a high-impact programme within a major financial services environment Collaborate with experienced engineering teams using modern technologies Opportunity to influence system design and technical direction Gain exposure to cloud-driven engineering and large-scale delivery practices How to Apply If you are an experienced Full Stack Engineer interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV or contact us for more information.
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Accounting Consultant, SPV Private Equity And Securitisation (Insurance Sector)
LuxembourgPermanentTBDAccounting Consultant, SPV Private Equity and Securitisation (Insurance Sector) Contract: Permanent (CDI) Location: Luxembourg Employer: Insurance specialized Consulting firm in Luxembourg Language requirement: French native (mandatory) and professional English The opportunity Join a consulting firm recognised as a local leader in supporting the Luxembourg insurance market. This permanent role offers exposure to high-value assignments at major insurance clients, working on SPVs used in Private Equity and securitisation structures. You will operate close to deal flows, structured finance topics, and finance governance, with strong visibility and stakeholder interaction. Your mission Depending on the assignment, you will typically: SPV accounting and closings (PE and structured finance) Own end-to-end accounting for SPVs (general ledger, reconciliations, intercompany, accruals). Deliver month-end, quarter-end and year-end closings, including cut-off and supporting schedules. Prepare statutory accounts and supporting notes (Lux GAAP, IFRS exposure is a plus). Support audits: documentation, PBC follow-up, interaction with auditors and corporate services. Securitisation and structured products accounting Record and monitor securitisation assets and liabilities (notes/bonds, tranches, interests, amortisation). Track cash movements and support cash waterfall calculations and fee accruals (servicing, management, trustee, etc.). Produce investor and management reporting packs and ensure consistency across stakeholders. Insurance client environment and stakeholder management Work within insurance governance frameworks (controls, documentation, timelines, sign-offs). Liaise with finance teams, corporate service providers, banks, lawyers, trustees and auditors. Help improve ways of working: closing packs, reconciliations, reporting templates and controls. What we are looking for 3+ years of experience in accounting for SPVs, fund/structured finance vehicles, or similar entities in Luxembourg. Solid understanding of SPV setups used in Private Equity and/or securitisation. Strong closing experience: reconciliations, accruals, supporting schedules, audit readiness. Comfortable in a consulting and client-facing context, managing multiple entities and deadlines. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent. Must-have skills Strong Lux GAAP knowledge (IFRS is a plus). Ability to interpret transaction documentation at a practical level (loan terms, notes, fees, intercompany). Advanced Excel skills (reconciliations, pivot tables, lookups). Experience with accounting systems/ERPs and reporting tools. French native level is mandatory. Nice to have Prior exposure to the Luxembourg insurance sector (finance operations, governance, reporting cycles). Familiarity with securitisation cash waterfall concepts and investor reporting. Knowledge of the Luxembourg structuring ecosystem (corporate services, domiciliation, trustees, auditors). Professional English for documentation and stakeholder interactions. Interested? Contact If you are interested (or if you would like to refer someone), you can contact me directly: Email: rsimon@skillfindergroup.com
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Software Engineer
LuxembourgContractnegotiableSoftware Engineer Overview You will provide support for applications within the pre-production environment, ensuring the daily availability of all services for customers. You will also maintain the environment by applying the required code updates and patches. Mandatory Skills and Experience University degree in an IT-related discipline or equivalent professional experience Experience working with pre-production/testing environments Strong team spirit, open-mindedness, and adaptability Experience with Linux and NT environments Knowledge of Oracle SQL and/or MS SQL is an advantage Good knowledge of one or more of the following tools is a plus: GitHub, Jenkins, Jira, OpenShift, JBOSS, WebLogic Ability to work in a customer-facing role with strong service orientation and attention to detail Highly motivated and organised, able to work effectively with minimal supervision Good command of English (written and spoken). Additional languages are an asset Strong communication skills, flexibility, and proficiency with MS Office applications
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Due to the sensitive nature of some of our Projects & Change opportunities, our clients have asked us not to advertise this role. Please get in touch with our consultant to learn more about these opportunities.
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What sets us apart? A global network, deep sector knowledge, and a consultant team that knows how to move fast without cutting corners. We match business-critical roles with people who deliver, not just tick boxes.
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