Innovation Project Lead Theale (Reading area) £50,000 to £65,000 plus bonus We are hiring an Innovation Project Lead to shape and validate new digital business opportunities. This role focuses on taking early ideas through structured exploration, customer validation, and business case development to support clear investment decisions. You will lead end to end discovery work, define hypotheses and roadmaps, and coordinate cross functional teams across insight, technology, and commercial functions. The role combines hands on delivery with stakeholder management, turning complex inputs into clear, actionable direction for senior leaders. Key responsibilities include developing and testing early concepts using MVPs and pilots, analysing customer and market data, building business models, and supporting the transition of validated opportunities into delivery teams. We are looking for someone with experience in digital innovation, venture development, or early stage product work. You should be confident with customer validation, problem solution fit, and experimentation methods. Strong commercial awareness, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work in ambiguous environments are essential. Experience with Lean Startup or Design Thinking is important. Exposure to AI, IoT, or digital platforms is beneficial. This is a high impact role offering strong visibility and the opportunity to shape future digital propositions. Please send me your cv to paul.culmer@xcede.com

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Credit Risk Analyst – Python & SQL – London We are seeking a Credit Risk Analyst to join our dynamic team in London. You will leverage Python and SQL to analyse credit data, build risk models, and deliver actionable insights while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Analyze credit portfolios and assess risk exposure.</li><li>Develop and maintain risk models using Python and SQL.</li><li>Generate reports and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure credit risk activities comply with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with business teams to support data-driven decision-making.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Strong experience with Python and SQL.</li><li>Solid understanding of credit risk frameworks and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Previous experience working with financial regulations (e.g., Basel III, IFRS 9).</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.</li></ul>Location: London, UK Salary: Competitive, depending on experience, no sponsorship

Credit Risk Analyst

Senior Backend Developer | Java/Kotlin | High-Traffic Platform | Frankfurt | 75.000 EUR The Role: We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join our Frankfurt-based team. This is a role for a "developer's developer" - someone who loves the craft of coding, understands the intricacies of microservices, and is excited about using AI to push the boundaries of engineering productivity. The Mission: You will be responsible for the core backend services of a high-traffic platform. This isn't about managing people; it’s about designing robust systems, solving complex technical puzzles, and ensuring the stability of real-time gaming sessions. What you’ll do: <ul><li>Develop: Build scalable services using Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot. </li><li>Optimize: Manage high-concurrency data with RabbitMQ and Redis. </li><li>Innovate: Integrate AI-powered tools (Cursor, Copilot) into your workflow to accelerate delivery and maintain architectural integrity. </li><li>Scale: Take ownership of core platform components like wallets, payments, and integrations. </li></ul>What we’re looking for: <ul><li>Senior Expertise: Deep professional experience with Java/Kotlin and Spring Boot. </li><li>System Design: Strong understanding of Microservices, SQL optimization (PostgreSQL/MySQL), and message brokers. </li><li>AI Fluency: You are already using AI assistants to write better code, faster. </li><li>Location: You are based in or willing to commute to Frankfurt at least 3 days a week. </li></ul>Why join? <ul><li>Impact-driven culture: High autonomy, low bureaucracy. </li><li>Work on a real-time, high-traffic product. </li><li>A team that values technical excellence and "geek" culture. </li></ul>

Senior Backend Developer | Java/Kotlin | High-Traffic Platform | Frankfurt | 75.000 EUR

Hybrid - Expenses Paid For / 6 Month Contract (With a Likely Extension) / Dubai The role supports the rollout of SAP-enabled processes across Finance, Accounting, HR, and Payroll. I am currently looking for: <ul><li>Senior SAP P2P Trainer profile</li><li>S/4HANA experience preferred</li><li>Experience on large-scale deployment projects</li><li>Comfortable delivering to mixed audiences (Key Users End Users)</li></ul> Key requirements for ALL profiles: <ul><li>Fluent English (written & spoken)</li><li>Available for extended onsite travel across Dubai</li><li>Flexible on full-time / part-time arrangements</li></ul>

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​With over 15 years of experience working for Xcede, Paul is currently our Senior Principal Consultant in Analytics across the UK and Europe. Leveraging his diverse range of talent acquisition experience, Paul has helped a range of organisations to expand their technology teams. Paul consults on a wide range of analytics-focused roles across all levels, from Customer Insights, Marketing Analysis, Database Marketing and Campaign Management, to Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Forecasting and beyond. Specialists with proven experience in SQL, Python, and R can contact Paul to discuss the latest Analytics roles. 

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