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Service Designer Location: Remote Rate: 575/day Inside IR35 Duration: Initial contract until October (extension likely) Clearance: Active SC Overview We're looking for an experienced Service Designer to join a growing team supporting central government programmes. You'll be working within a multidisciplinary delivery team on complex, user-centred services, helping to improve the design and delivery of digital services across the portfolio. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-profile government programmes that support critical public services. Key Responsibilities Design and improve end-to-end user journeys across complex digital services Work collaboratively with Product Managers, User Researchers, Business Analysts, Developers, and Delivery Managers Facilitate workshops to understand user needs, pain points, and service improvements Produce service blueprints, journey maps, process maps, and design artefacts Apply user-centred design principles to shape service improvements Support discovery, alpha, beta, and live delivery phases Ensure services are designed to meet user needs while aligning with business and operational objectives Collaborate across multiple teams to identify opportunities for service optimisation and continuous improvement What We're Looking For Strong experience as a Service Designer within complex digital transformation programmes Experience working within multidisciplinary Agile teams Ability to map and improve end-to-end services and user journeys Strong workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills Experience producing service design artefacts including service blueprints and journey maps Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex problems Comfortable working in large, fast-paced organisations with multiple stakeholders Nice to Have Government or public sector experience (particularly GDS environments) Experience delivering services within Home Office, Asylum, Borders, Immigration, or Citizen Services programmes Familiarity with GDS Service Standard and user-centred design methodologies

Senior Change Manager Location: Hybrid Working - 2 days pw on-site in Birmingham, West Mids (travel non expensible) Rate: To 550.00 Per Day - Outside IR35 (via limited/umbrella) Duration: Start September - 18th December 2026 Project - Ingestion of calculations scheme data from MS Excel into a Pensions platform so that the data can then be used for report and quicker calculations. TXP is looking for an experienced, commercially minded Principal Change Manager to support complex business, operational and technology transformation programmes. This is a senior consulting role requiring strong stakeholder engagement, change leadership and delivery capability across the full change lifecycle. The ideal candidate will be a confident, senior change professional who can work independently with clients, influence senior stakeholders and provide structured change leadership across complex transformation environments. They will be able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, helping organisations prepare for, adopt and sustain meaningful business change. Key Responsibilities Change Strategy and Delivery Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership Consulting and Practice Contribution Essential Skills & Experience Significant experience as a Senior Change Manager, Principal Change Consultant, Change Lead, Organisational Change Manager, Transformation Lead or similar. Pensions experience / or complex FinServ environments which has lots of financial data. Proven experience leading organisational change across complex business, operational and technology transformation programmes. Strong experience developing change strategies, change plans, stakeholder engagement plans, communications strategies and adoption programmes. Experience conducting organisational impact assessments, readiness assessments and stakeholder analysis. Strong understanding of the people side of change, including culture change, behavioural change, employee engagement and adoption management. Excellent stakeholder engagement, facilitation, influencing and communication skills. Experience working across Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid delivery environments. Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage audiences at all levels. Change management certification such as Prosci, APMG Change Management, CCMP or equivalent. Experience within Financial Services, Pensions, Insurance, Public Sector or other regulated environments. Experience supporting technology-enabled, digital or AI-enabled transformation programmes. Experience with operating model change, process redesign, organisational design or workforce transformation. Knowledge of benefits realisation, change analytics and adoption measurement. Experience contributing to bids, proposals, pre-sales activity or solution development. If your profile demonstrates strong experience in the above areas - please submit your application to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration. TXP takes great pride in representing socially responsible clients who not only prioritise diversity and inclusion but also actively combat social inequality. Together, we have the power to make a profound impact on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society. By working with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce

Java Developer - Public Sector Project Location: Remote (with travel to Telford twice per month) Clearance: BPSS required Contract Length: 6 months Rate: 550 per day (Inside IR35) Overview We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-impact public sector programme supporting a critical UK government service. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale systems within a complex and highly regulated environment, contributing to services that impact millions of users across the UK. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot Support and enhance batch-based and scheduled processing systems Diagnose and resolve issues across application, database, and integration layers Collaborate within controlled release environments using Git Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions Core Skills & Experience Strong Java development experience, particularly with Spring Boot Solid SQL expertise, including PL/SQL or equivalent procedural database languages Experience working with batch processing and scheduling tools (e.g. CRON, TWS) Proven ability to troubleshoot across full technology stacks Experience working in Unix/Linux environments Familiarity with version control and structured release processes Desirable Experience Background in large-scale, enterprise, or regulated environments Exposure to legacy system modernisation programmes Previous experience within public sector or government environments Active or prior security clearance is advantageous but not essential Additional Information This is a hands-on development role requiring strong technical capability, alongside an understanding of legacy environments. The systems involved rely heavily on batch processing, typical of large organisations, and differ from event-driven microservices commonly seen in financial services or modern cloud-native environments.

Job Title: Senior .NET Developer Role: Type: Contract Short term contract L ocation: Birmingham (2 days per week on-site) Summary Our client is looking for a Senior .NET Developer to join a business-critical technology programme within the pensions space. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Microsoft full-stack developer to work on complex data-led platforms, helping to improve how calculation and scheme data is ingested, processed and made available for reporting and faster calculations. You will play a key role in building and enhancing solutions that support the ingestion of calculation and scheme data from Excel into a pensions platform, enabling users to access reliable data more efficiently and generate reports with greater speed and accuracy. Key responsibilities: Design, develop and enhance full-stack .NET applications using the Microsoft technology stack. Support the ingestion of calculation and pension scheme data from Excel into a pensions platform. Work with complex financial data sets, ensuring accuracy, performance and reliability. Develop functionality that enables improved reporting and faster calculation processes. Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts and wider technology teams to understand requirements and deliver robust technical solutions. Contribute to technical design, code quality, testing and continuous improvement across the platform. Troubleshoot, optimise and support business-critical systems in a data-heavy environment. Essential Skills: Strong commercial experience as a Microsoft full-stack .NET Developer. Excellent C# and .NET development skills across front-end and back-end application delivery. Experience working with complex data environments, ideally within pensions. Alternatively, strong experience in complex financial services environments involving large volumes of financial data. Good understanding of data ingestion, transformation, validation and integration processes. Experience working with Excel-based data sources and data migration or data loading activities would be highly beneficial. Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. A pragmatic, detail-focused approach to solving complex data and application challenges. If this sounds like the role for you, submit an up to date CV for consideration and apply now!

SCRUM Master (SFIA 5) Pay rate: 575- 600 inside IR35 Employment type: Contract Location: Telford - Ideally 2 x per week (will be negotiable but not much) Clearance Level: SC Eligible Overview: We're looking for an experienced SFIA Level 5 Scrum Master with a background in software development and testing. This role requires a delivery-focused Scrum Master who understands the end-to-end delivery life cycle and can apply agile pragmatically to ensure work is delivered successfully. Ideally we are looking for somebody that has delivered across heavy development projects matching the HMRC Environment ( Java preferred , AWS, Kubernetes etc) This is not a purely facilitative role; the successful candidate will bring a technical lens to delivery, enabling them to identify risks early, challenge constructively, and adapt ways of working to keep delivery on track. Key Responsibilities Act as Scrum Master across multiple engineering delivery teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies Drive delivery outcomes while applying agile principles pragmatically Identify and remove delivery impediments, risks, and dependencies Use technical experience to assess delivery health, quality, and readiness Work closely with Developers, Testers, Product Owners, and Delivery Leads Provide clear delivery updates to stakeholders and align with governance requirements Required Experience Proven experience as a Scrum Master operating at SFIA Level 5 Prior hands-on experience in software development and Testing Strong understanding of agile delivery frameworks and delivery lifecycles Experience in complex, multi-team environments Confident communicator able to challenge and influence stakeholders Desirable Experience in government or regulated environments Agile / Scrum certification (PSM, CSM, SAFe) Awareness of DevOps and modern testing practices

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customer's homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock Promoting our trusted Hotpoint products Your Training Journey We'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training: Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action Phase 1 Training (2 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers Phase 2 Training (1 week) - Level up your knowledge learning another appliance What You'll Need We're looking for people who are: Passionate about customer service Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving Hold a full UK manual driving licence Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances Eligible to work in the UK No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn! What's In It for You? Pay: 27,377 - 28,352 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company) Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewards Why Choose Hotpoint? Learn from the best with industry-leading training Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedication Ready to Apply? This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do. Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact the Academy Team!

Project Manager (Banking) 6 month contract, scope to extend Inside IR35, 400 - 435 P/D 2 days on site per week in Knutsford Purpose of the role Focused on delivering individual projects, ensuring completion within scope, time, and budget with a more immediate focus. To be successful as a Project Manager, you should have experience with: Ability to operate independently at senior level, supporting leaders with clear analysis, options and recommendations to drive effective decisions. Communication with stakeholders, including senior management, project teams, and external partners, to ensure that they are informed about project progress and that their needs and expectations are being met. Production of ExCo ready progress reporting, providing clear assurance that proposed solutions are being delivered on time and within approved budgets. Management of project risks, ensuring that risk, assumptions, issues and dependencies are identified, assessed, and mitigated as necessary. Facilitation of change management activities, including training and communication, to ensure that change projects are successfully implemented and embedded in the organisation. Demonstrated experience in leading, mentoring and coaching colleagues across complex initiatives. Enterprise agile capability required, with experience applying agile at scale across complex, multi?initiative portfolios. Some other highly valued skills may include: PMP or Prince2 Practitioner certification mandatory Extensive experience in Project Manager role managing projects with large complexity, business-critical and cross-functional teams spanning multiple regions and functions. Seasoned Project Manager with strong visual communication capability required, with proven and exceptional PowerPoint skills and the ability to help stakeholders visualise complex concepts, journeys and decisions clearly. Accountabilities Scope Management: Manages a single project with specific, defined objectives, deadlines, and deliverables. Their focus is on completing the project on time, within scope, and on budget. Strategic Focus: Operates more tactically, focusing on day-to-day management of resources, schedules, and deliverables for their individual project. Time Horizon: Works with a shorter, more defined timeframe as projects have a set beginning and end. Stakeholder Management: Primarily manages stakeholders related to their specific project, ensuring communication and expectations are clear for the project's deliverables. Risk and Issue Management: Focuses on risks and issues specific to their project and works to mitigate them within the project's scope. Resource Management: Manages resources for their individual project, ensuring that the project team has the necessary skills, tools, and time to complete the work. Financial Management: Focuses on managing the budget of their specific project, ensuring it is completed within the financial constraints. Metrics: Measures success based on the timely completion of project deliverables within scope, time, and budget. Change Management: Manages changes that directly impact their specific project, including scope changes, timelines, or resource allocation adjustments.

Job Title: Full Stack Developer Role Type: Contract Length: 5 months Location: Birmingham (2 day onsite per week) Summary: Our client is looking for an experienced Microsoft Full Stack Developer to support a pensions platform project, focused on improving the ingestion of scheme calculation data from Excel into the platform. The role will help make financial data easier to use for reporting and faster calculations. Key responsibilities: Develop and enhance full stack Microsoft-based solutions. Support the ingestion of pensions scheme calculation data from Excel into the pensions platform. Work with large and complex financial datasets to improve reporting and calculation efficiency. Collaborate with technical and business teams to deliver reliable platform improvements. Experience required: Strong Microsoft full stack development experience. Background in pensions or complex financial services environments. Experience working with high volumes of financial data. Ability to work on-site in Birmingham two days per week, with some flexibility possible. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply now and provide an up to date CV for consideration.

Change Lead/Manager Location: Hybrid Working - 2 days PW on-site in Birmingham, West Mids (travel non expensible) Market Day Rate - Outside IR35 (via limited/umbrella) Duration: 3 months initial TXP is seeking an experienced and commercially minded, Midlands based Change Lead/Manager to work on an exciting pensions/data project. Project - Ingestion of calculations scheme data from MS Excel into a Pensions platform so that the data can then be used for report and quicker calculations. This is a senior consulting leadership role and you will engage with executive and senior stakeholders. You will be expected to operate confidently across both strategic and delivery-focused activities, ensuring business needs, organisational objectives and customer outcomes are fully understood before recommending solutions. You will help the client understand not only what should change, but why change is required and how value will be realised. To qualify for this exciting new role, the successful candidate will be an accomplished Change Lead/Manager with recent pensions experience / or complex FinServ environments which has lots of financial data. Experience required - Significant experience operating as a Change Lead or Manager. Strong experience in Financial Services and Pensions. Strong financial data experience. Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and influencing skills, with experience working with executive-level stakeholders. Experience operating across Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid delivery environments. If your profile demonstrates strong experience in the above areas - please submit your application to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration. TXP takes great pride in representing socially responsible clients who not only prioritise diversity and inclusion but also actively combat social inequality. Together, we have the power to make a profound impact on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society. By working with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customer's homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock Promoting our trusted Hotpoint products Your Training Journey We'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training: Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action Phase 1 Training (2 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers Phase 2 Training (1 week) - Level up your knowledge learning another appliance What You'll Need We're looking for people who are: Passionate about customer service Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving Hold a full UK manual driving licence Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances Eligible to work in the UK No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn! What's In It for You? Pay: £27,377 - £28,352 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company) Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewards Why Choose Hotpoint? Learn from the best with industry-leading training Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedication Ready to Apply? This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do. Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact The Academy Team!

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customer's homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock Promoting our trusted Hotpoint products Your Training Journey We'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training: Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action Phase 1 Training (2 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers Phase 2 Training (1 week) - Level up your knowledge learning another appliance What You'll Need We're looking for people who are: Passionate about customer service Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving Hold a full UK manual driving licence Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances Eligible to work in the UK No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn! What's In It for You? Pay: £27,377 - £28,352 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company) Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewards Why Choose Hotpoint? Learn from the best with industry-leading training Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedication Ready to Apply? This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do. Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact the Academy Team!

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customers' homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock Promoting our trusted Hotpoint products Your Training Journey We'll fully support you from day one with a blend of classroom learning, hands-on experience, and on-the-job training: Welcome Induction (2 days) - Meet your team, collect your equipment, and learn key safety info Shadowing - Join an experienced engineer on the road to see the job in action Phase 1 Training (2 weeks) - Technical training at our specialist centre in Peterborough On-the-Job Learning (6 - 9 months) - Build your skills with real customers Phase 2 Training (1 week) - Level up your knowledge learning another appliance What You'll Need We're looking for people who are: Passionate about customer service Interested in electrics, mechanics, or hands-on problem-solving Hold a full UK manual driving licence Physically fit - able to move and lift appliances Eligible to work in the UK No previous field engineering experience is required - just a great attitude and a willingness to learn! What's In It for You? Pay: £28,352 - £28,367 per year (daily rate equivalent via umbrella company) Bonuses: Commission + overtime opportunities Vehicle: Fully equipped company van + fuel card Time Off: 20 days holiday + bank holidays increasing to 25 days once permanent Progression: The chance to move into a permanent role within 12 months with even more rewards Why Choose Hotpoint? Learn from the best with industry-leading training Join a globally respected brand trusted by millions Enjoy a secure career path with opportunities to grow Be part of a team that values skill, effort, and dedication Ready to Apply? This is more than just a job - it's the start of a long-term career where you'll learn new skills, meet great people, and be proud of what you do. Hit Apply and take the first step to becoming a fully qualified Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint. For further information please contact The Academy Team!

ESEL Installer (Nationwide - Night Shifts) We are looking for reliable and hardworking ESEL Installers to join our team delivering retail and supermarket installation projects across the UK. This hands-on role involves removing existing shelf-edge pricing systems, installing new shelf rails, and fitting Electronic Shelf Labels (ESELs) accurately and efficiently. Working predominantly night shifts, you'll be part of a team ensuring projects are completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales. Key Responsibilities Remove existing shelf-edge pricing systems. Install new shelf rail solutions and electronic shelf labels. Ensure all work is completed accurately and to quality standards. Identify and report any damaged shelving, rails, or labels. Follow health and safety procedures at all times. Work as part of a team to meet project deadlines. What We're Looking For Comfortable with physical work. Excellent attention to detail. Reliable, punctual, and able to work night shifts. Good communication skills and a positive attitude. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Own transport and willingness to travel nationwide. Ideal for candidates with experience in merchandising, shop fitting, retail installations, construction labouring, or other hands-on project-based roles. Rate: £200-£220 per day (outside IR35) Contract: Project-based/Contract opportunities available Location: Various retail and supermarket sites across the UK Any reimbursement of mileage, travel, accommodation, or other business expenses is subject to the requirements, budget, and approval process of the individual project. Expenses are not guaranteed and will be agreed prior to assignment where applicable. Apply today and join a growing team working on exciting retail transformation projects across the UK!

Job Title: Full Stack Developer Role Type: Contract Length: 5 months Location: Birmingham (2 day onsite per week) Summary: Our client is looking for an experienced Microsoft Full Stack Developer to support a pensions platform project, focused on improving the ingestion of scheme calculation data from Excel into the platform. The role will help make financial data easier to use for reporting and faster calculations. Key responsibilities: Develop and enhance full stack Microsoft-based solutions. Support the ingestion of pensions scheme calculation data from Excel into the pensions platform. Work with large and complex financial datasets to improve reporting and calculation efficiency. Collaborate with technical and business teams to deliver reliable platform improvements. Experience required: Strong Microsoft full stack development experience. Background in pensions or complex financial services environments. Experience working with high volumes of financial data. Ability to work on-site in Birmingham two days per week, with some flexibility possible. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply now and provide an up to date CV for consideration.

Azure Solutions Architect - Contract Up to 650 per day Outside IR35 Birmingham (2 days per week onsite) 4-week initial Contract We're looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the discovery phase of our clients project within the Pensions space. The doscovery will be for 4 weeks and implementationaround 3 months thereafter. The client requre the successful candidate to have experience in design and delivery of enterprise solutions within a Financial Services or Pensions environment. This is a client-facing role requiring a strong blend of architecture, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership, helping shape solutions from discovery through to implementation. This will be an MS tech stack with emphasis on Azure. Key Experience Required: Strong background as a Solution Architect within Pensions or Financial Services Extensive experience with Azure, including API Management, Azure Functions, Integration Services, Cosmos DB, REST APIs, and microservices architectures Ability to work closely with development teams and understand implementation challenges Strong knowledge of SDLC, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines Experience leading solution design, architecture governance, and Proof of Concept activities Excellent stakeholder management skills, including engagement at senior and CxO level Knowledge of cybersecurity and compliance frameworks What You'll Be Doing: Designing business-driven solutions that deliver measurable outcomes Translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures Providing architectural leadership throughout delivery Acting as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders Guiding development teams and ensuring alignment to architectural principles and best practice This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded Solution Architect who enjoys engaging with stakeholders, challenging thinking, and delivering robust Microsoft Azure-based solutions.

Platform Engineer - Contract 6 Months Outside IR35 Remote (occasional travel) SC Preferred / BPSS Minimum We're looking for a Platform Engineer with strong public sector experience to help build and improve a modern Developer Experience (DevEx) capability. Key skills: Strong experience with GitLab CI/CD, including building and supporting reusable CI/CD components Hands-on Kubernetes experience (deployment, scaling, troubleshooting) Proven background designing and operating cloud-native platforms Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code, automation, and DevOps best practices Experience improving Developer Experience through platform tooling and self-service capabilities Exposure to Internal Developer Portals (e.g. Backstage) Strong Bash scripting and testing experience You'll help drive engineering enablement across CI/CD, Internal Developer Portals, templating, and platform automation, making it easier for development teams to build and deliver at pace. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on Platform Engineer who enjoys building scalable platforms and improving the developer journey.

Location: London, 4 days a week on site Outside IR35 contract - (Apply online only) a day We are looking for an SC, preferably DV cleared self-motivated and experienced Security Architect to lead in bringing enhanced and new services into what is key government asset. Working within a specialist services company you will drive and/or create the necessary artefacts to help the client organisation deliver rapid change. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and a pragmatic approach to getting change through delivered successfully through the internal Security Governance group. Key Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have come from a strong technical background, and have an understanding of attack vectors for high threat environments, across both proprietary and open-source technology stacks. You will advise and enable technical teams to make security decisions and provide advice and guidance, ensuring the effective use of common tools and patterns. You will have a proactive responsibility to deliver secure systems and implement proportionate controls to enable successful business outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in protecting some of the UK's most sensitive information. If you thrive in an exciting and complex environment and can bring experience and delivery into the team then you will be able to make a real difference in this role. What will you be doing? You will deliver technical security design, and/or provide assurance of technical security design, and be able to justify and communicate design decisions. Working closely with the Security function, you will be responsible for the design of architectures utilising leading edge technologies. Working to deliver some key enhancements and new services operating in the Tier2/3 security space, you will assist in setting the strategic direction for security architecture, including the development and implementation of frameworks that will assist in maintaining acceptable level of technical risk. You will recommend security controls and identify solutions that support business objectives. You will work out subtle security needs and understand the risk impact of vulnerabilities on existing and future designs and systems. You will advise on important security-related technologies and assess the risk associated with proposed changes. You will provide specialist advice and recommend approaches across teams and various stakeholders. You can manage stakeholders' expectations and be flexible, adapting to stakeholders' reactions to reach consensus. Candidate Qualities. Essential SC, willing to undertake DV Clearance Proven experience in Security Architecture within the Government cleared environments. You will have practical hands-on experience in security architecture and design and assessments including within programmes, projects or a product-centric organisation. You will have a good understanding of a broad range of industry-standard technologies, both proprietary and open source, across a diverse range of Microsoft and Linux-based deployments, across physical, virtual and containerised compute. You will have experience in securing Mobile devices and their services including device management (MDM) and their policies and Identity solutions. You will have experience in working in an architecture function and developing the vision, principles and strategy for security architects for a set of products, projects and technologies. You will have experience of working to, and assisting in the creation of, security standards, blueprints, reference architectures, roadmaps, transition states and target solutions across multiple services. You will have direct experience of interacting with, and influencing, senior stakeholders and a wide range of people across large teams, departments, suppliers and customers. Experienced process owner and team player Good communicator across all levels Desirable You will have experience designing solutions utilising leading-edge security NDR, IDS and IPS tools like Corelight, Corvil (IPS/IDS), FireEye, Cisco Secure Network Analytics. You will have experience designing/assessing security architectures across a range of modern deployment technologies, including containerised workloads in Kubernetes and Docker Swarm/Enterprise, virtualised platforms such as VMware, and CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Azure DevOps You will have strong networking experience including Mobile Networks (4G etc) You will have experience with non-Microsoft Operating Systems including iOS for Mobile You will have experience of providing security design and architecture expertise across the development lifecycle utilising both waterfall and agile methods. You will have experience of adopting security standards and frameworks (such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK) within public or private sector. You will have experience in creating/managing User and System usage policy documentation (SyOps ConOps etc for Government Systems.)

Solution Architect (Public Sector / Government Programme) SFIA Level: 5/6 Location: Telford (2 days per week initially, reducing to 2 days every 2 weeks once established) Duration: 6 months Rate: 625- 675 per day Clearance: SC Eligible Overview We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join a large-scale public sector transformation programme . This role will play a key part in driving solution design and delivery across a complex application modernisation initiative. You will take ownership of end-to-end solution architecture, working closely with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and successfully transitioned into live service. Key Responsibilities Own the solution design throughout the full delivery lifecycle Lead application modernisation initiatives within the wider programme Drive the development and documentation of high-quality solution designs Ensure all solutions align with architecture governance and best practices Collaborate with agile delivery teams and architects across all phases Act as the technical authority , working through design decisions and challenges Engage confidently with senior stakeholders (internal & external) Manage relationships with vendors and third-party providers Oversee technical problem resolution and ensure delivery aligns to agreed specifications Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Solution Architect within complex programmes Strong background in application modernisation and cloud migration Experience working with both legacy systems and modern cloud ecosystems Knowledge of technologies such as: AWS, Azure Kubernetes, HELM Java, JavaScript Oracle, MySQL Experience working in agile environments across full delivery lifecycles Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to act as a trusted advisor Experience working within public sector or regulated environments (desirable)

Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker Team: Strategy, Policy and Engagement url removed) One Login & Wallet) Duration: 6 Months Contract Location: Hybrid / Government Office Location (London, Manchester or Bristol) Rate: 350 per day inside IR35 Security Clearance : Active SC Required The Role We are seeking an experienced Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker to lead the management of complex casework, complaints, and high-profile operational issues within the (url removed) One Login and Wallet programme. This role will play a key part in ensuring users receive effective support, issues are investigated thoroughly, and lessons learned are translated into service improvements. The successful candidate will work across multidisciplinary teams, government departments, and external stakeholders to resolve complex problems and improve user outcomes. Key Responsibilities As a Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker, you will: Lead and operate a centralised complex casework service, establishing effective frameworks for case management, tracking, escalation, and governance. Ensure compliance with statutory deadlines, service standards, and organisational processes. Investigate operational and service-related issues, collaborating with operational teams and relying parties to understand complex user challenges. Support users who encounter difficulties within service journeys and facilitate timely resolution of issues. Develop clear, evidence-based recommendations to improve operational performance and user experience. Analyse complaints, casework trends, and user feedback to identify recurring themes and root causes. Use qualitative and quantitative data to drive continuous service improvement and reduce avoidable demand. Build, manage, and influence stakeholder relationships across government and partner organisations. Navigate complex and sensitive situations while balancing competing priorities and user needs. Escalate risks and issues appropriately while maintaining focus on service delivery and continuous improvement. Prepare high-quality written responses, briefings, reports, and correspondence for senior stakeholders and governance forums. Essential Skills and Experience We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Experience managing complaints, casework, parliamentary correspondence, or other high-profile operational issues within a structured environment. Strong understanding of governance, consistency, regulatory requirements, and maintaining user trust. Proven experience conducting investigations into operational, service, or digital issues. Ability to gather, analyse, and interpret evidence from multiple sources to develop practical solutions and recommendations. Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups and managing complex relationships effectively. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of issues through to resolution. Experience identifying risks, opportunities for improvement, and implementing corrective actions. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously. Outstanding written communication skills, including drafting clear, concise, and accurate responses, briefings, reports, and correspondence. Ability to work confidently in complex, fast-paced, and high-risk environments while maintaining a strong focus on user outcomes. Desirable Experience Experience within central government, public sector organisations, or highly regulated environments. Knowledge of digital services, identity services, or large-scale digital transformation programmes. Understanding of complaints handling frameworks, service management, and user-centred design principles. Experience working with performance data, service metrics, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Technical Architect 675 P/D Inside IR35 4 months with scope to extend Active SC Hybrid - 1/2 days on site per week in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, Manchester or London (emote working is a possibility for the right candidate.) Overview We're looking for an experienced Technical Architect to join a multidisciplinary government team, helping shape the design and delivery of complex cloud-based platforms. This is a hands-on architecture role focused on systems design rather than software development. You'll take user requirements, feature requests, and technical challenges and turn them into clear, implementable designs and technical specifications for engineering teams. Working across DevOps, software engineering, and data teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with long-term platform strategy. Key Responsibilities Design technical solutions for new features, enhancements, and platform improvements Translate business and user requirements into clear technical designs and delivery-ready backlog items Work closely with software engineers, DevOps engineers, and data teams to ensure solutions are practical and deliverable Produce architecture artefacts, system diagrams, and technical specifications Support systems design across AWS cloud environments Identify design issues and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical challenges Ensure solutions align with modern cloud, containerisation, and Infrastructure as Code principles Communicate effectively across both technical and non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For Strong experience designing systems within AWS environments Good understanding of: AWS services Kubernetes Docker Terraform (Infrastructure as Code principles) GitHub Actions / CI/CD Experience producing detailed technical designs rather than purely high-level architecture Strong collaboration skills across multidisciplinary technical teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience creating architecture documentation and system diagrams (Mermaid knowledge beneficial) Ideal Background Previous experience as a: Technical Architect, Cloud Architect DevOps Engineer moving into architecture Cloud Engineer with architecture experience Experience designing analytical or data platforms Government experience desirable but not essential Technical Architect required to design AWS-based cloud solutions for complex government platforms. Strong systems design, cloud architecture, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration skills are essential, alongside experience producing detailed technical specifications that engineering teams can successfully deliver.