Forward Deployed Automation Engineer (Intermediate Level)
Location: Claremont
Salary: Market related
Help shape the future of automation in finance with a role that blends tech, AI, and business impact.
Is this you?
You’re curious, proactive, and thrive on solving problems. You enjoy autonomy and take ownership from idea to execution. With a continuous learning mindset, you’re eager to grow into a senior role while making real impact now. You confidently collaborate with non-technical professionals, translate complex ideas into action, and communicate effectively across all levels.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll lead end-to-end automation projects, working closely with teams in investments, operations, compliance, and leadership. From discovering pain points to designing and deploying scalable automation tools, you’ll be the driving force behind operational improvements. Expect to use a variety of technologies—Python, Power Automate, SQL, APIs, Excel VBA—and bring AI-driven solutions into daily business processes. Your work will simplify workflows, reduce risk, and help teams work smarter.Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a specialist investment management firm undergoing a digital transformation. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and innovation, the organisation is investing in automation and AI to build internal capability and long-term scalability. You’ll be joining a team that values smart thinking, initiative, and continuous improvement in a high-trust, collaborative environment.What you’ll need
You hold a degree in engineering, computer science, analytics, finance, or a related field, and bring 1–4 years of experience in automation, operations, or data-related roles. You have strong Excel skills (including VBA or a willingness to learn), practical experience with automation tools (Python, Power Automate, Zapier, SQL, APIs), and a passion for AI. You’re organised, technically savvy, and can run projects independently with minimal oversight.What you’ll get
You’ll enjoy a high-impact, high-visibility role with strong growth potential into a senior position. Expect daily variety, technical challenges, and close collaboration with business leaders. Flexible hybrid working and exposure to finance, operations, and AI make this a rare opportunity to advance your career.How to apply
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