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Lead Android Developer

Job Title: Lead Android Engineer

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum

Location: Hybrid working - West London / Berkshire

We've been engaged by a leading national retail and e-commerce brand to find an experienced Lead Android Engineer with a strong background in Kotlin-based mobile app development. This is a key hire within an established engineering practice, where you'll take ownership of Android application architecture and help drive the mobile strategy forward. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality Android apps aligned with business priorities.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience leading development on high-availability, scalable Android applications in complex enterprise environments.
• Deep expertise in native Android development using Kotlin (Java knowledge beneficial).
• Strong understanding of mobile app architectural patterns and modern Android frameworks.
• Familiarity with engineering best practices such as TDD, Pair Programming, and Agile delivery.
• Good understanding of mobile security and accessibility standards.

Desirable Experience

• Android development is the core focus; any exposure to iOS/Swift is a plus.

• Leading front-end implementation using technologies like React, TypeScript, and Next.js.
• Contributing to architecture decisions and frontend best practices across products.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including design, product, and backend.
• Supporting a robust testing culture using JEST and modern QA tools.
• Integrating with APIs and ensuring responsive, high-performance front-ends.
• Presenting technical solutions clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Supporting a culture of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.

• 5-6+ years of professional front-end development experience.
• Strong skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Redux, HTML5, CSS/SCSS, and TailwindCSS.
• Experience with Next.js, React Native, and/or CapacitorJS is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of GraphQL, RESTful APIs, Git workflows, and OAuth.
• Experience in fast-paced startup or scale-up environments.
• Confidence working autonomously, owning features from concept to release.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort presenting to varied audiences.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset and willingness to pitch in where needed—including occasional late nights or weekends.

Junior Portfolio Manager
Location: London (Hybrid/Flexible)
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE)
Reporting to: Portfolio Manager

Overview:
A fast-growing digital consultancy is seeking a Junior Portfolio Manager to join their team. This is a newly created position to support their expanding client base and internal delivery teams. The successful candidate will work closely with the existing Portfolio Manager to help manage client relationships, support project delivery, and contribute to the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

This role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of professional experience who is looking to build a long-term career in client and portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Portfolio Manager with scheduling, meeting coordination, and report generation.

• Assist in tracking progress across multiple projects and ensure timely communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Act as a point of contact for clients, helping to maintain strong, empathetic, and solution-oriented relationships.

• Identify areas to streamline operations and proactively contribute to process improvements.

• Help prepare documentation and materials needed for internal planning and client engagement.

• Learn and develop into a future Portfolio Manager, gaining exposure to strategic account management and delivery oversight.

Candidate Profile:

• 2+ years of relevant experience, ideally in a fast-paced, digital, or start-up environment.

• Emotionally intelligent and client-focused, with excellent communication skills.

• Organised, enthusiastic, and proactive, with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

• Comfortable working independently as well as within a team.

• Backgrounds in customer success, operations, support, or HR within a tech setting are welcomed.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with tools such as Trello, Asana, Jira, Monday.com, or other project management platforms.

• Experience working in smaller businesses or tech-focused environments.

• A natural problem-solver with a flexible and collaborative approach.

Opportunity:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and innovative company at a time of growth. The role offers a clear pathway to becoming a Portfolio Manager and would suit someone who thrives in a dynamic, client-facing role and is eager to develop professionally.