In the ever-evolving landscape of the UK Defence sector, Involved stands as a trusted recruitment consultancy on the Crown Commercial Frameworks, uniquely positioned to address the complexities and nuances of this crucial area of government.
With expenditures running into the billions, the UK Defence sector encompasses a vast domain, touching every facet of the armed forces and extending its reach into the realm of cyber through the advent of the National Cyber Force.
In today’s digital age, the significance of digital, data, and cyber capabilities in defending the nation has never been more pronounced.
Whether it’s through data capture on colossal platforms like submarines, aircraft carriers, or fighter jets, or by providing vital digital tactical support to deployed troops, or even by combating the escalating malevolent cyber threats from international adversaries, the role of technology and cybersecurity in national defence cannot be overstated.
To bolster this mission, we have meticulously cultivated an unrivaled database of candidates with the precise level of clearance required to support UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) projects and programs.
We are not just recruiters; we are experts in understanding the unique Defence landscape of the UK. We have built unique talent pools comprising individuals who can support projects even in less-well-supported locations, driven by the strategic needs of the MOD.
Our services are not confined to one area but are delivered directly to UK MOD clients through approved frameworks.
We are also deeply integrated into the Defence primes and sub-primes network, supporting staffing requirements for projects that span from the South Coast to Scotland and even overseas.
Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation - Contract - 6 MonthsRate: £800 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: Southwest England / HybridThe role:A large, complex Public Sector organisation is seeking an experienced Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation, to provide senior leadership across the design, delivery and adoption of a modern, enterprise-scale Digital Workplace strategy.The successful candidate will act as a senior change leader, influencing decision-making at executive level to ensure Digital initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes.This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35, with hybrid working available.Experience requirements & Responsibilities: Proven strategic leadership experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Digital Workplace ecosystems, delivering modern, secure, user-centred services through effective operating models.Strong understanding of digital technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms, with a track record of driving measurable productivity and efficiency improvements.Demonstrable experience of delivering cultural and behavioural change programmes to drive adoption and maximise value from Digital investments.Experience of budget management in excess of £3m, alongside proven procurement and commercial skills including supplier governance and contract framework management.Proven change delivery experience, transforming the digital workplace experience and driving tangible business value across multi-site, complex organisations.Set the long-term vision and multi-year strategy for the Digital Workplace, ensuring alignment with organisational mission and wider IT strategic direction.Act as a senior advisor to organisational leadership on modern workplace trends, future collaboration models, and digital employee experience strategy.Lead enterprise-level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities across the operating environment.Provide inspirational leadership to a high-performing, outcomes-focused team that role models modern ways of working.Lead commercial strategy, contract frameworks, and supplier governance across all Digital Workplace services, working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance.Proactively identify and mitigate technology-related risks, defining and iterating standard operating procedures, policies, and processes supporting the wider IT function.Ensure alignment with security and architecture teams on the implementation of security controls and architectural principles.Assess emerging technologies and strategically position the organisation to benefit from digital innovation, demonstrating a proactive commitment to continual improvement.Experience of operating within a federated IT delivery model across multiple locations in a public or private sector setting. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Software Engineer (Java/Kafka) - SC Cleared - RemoteRate: £550 per dayDuration: 6 months extendableLocation: Remote - Occasional travel to LondonIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Central Government Institution are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Java/Kafka), to join a high-profile project. This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35 and requiring active SC Clearance.Skills / Experience Requirements:Java,Java Spring,Kafka,Kubernetes,Docker Desirable:MQ SeriesPostgres, Redis or time-series Databases Experience working with AWS and Hybrid CloudExperience working with Confluent and/or MKSExperience working with Data Replication/Event Streaming/Distributed Data/Data ArchivalExperience working on various Data Standards, conversion and quality like EDIFACT, XML, JSON If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Java Developer - eDV - ContractRate: NegotiableIR35: OutsideLocation: LondonDuration: 12 monthsThe role:A leading Defence client is seeking a Senior Java Developer, with a focus on back-end services and an aptitude for building deployment pipelines, to work on a secure government initiative.Role/s would be London based and active eDV Clearance needed.Essential Criteria:JavaOpenShiftCI/CD - An aptitude for building deployment pipelinesBack-End ServicesMongoDBAWS experience (Desirable)Experience in large agile programmes, ideally including public sectorIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Construction Project Manager - NEC4 - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £575 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a DV Cleared, Senior Construction Project Manager, to lead the client-side delivery of a major logistics hub construction project.The role requires strong contract management capability (e.g., NEC4) and proficiency with tools such as MS Project is essential for driving performance, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.Technical SkillsPRINCE2 Practitioner, APMP, ISEB Certificate, or equivalent project management qualificationStrong understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 regulations, with demonstrable experience applying them in project delivery.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including the latest versions of Microsoft Project.Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStructE, CIBSE, CIOB).In depth knowledge of current legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to the role.Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within tight timescales and limited resources, often within challenging operational environments containing technical, political, security, support, and logistical considerations.Ability to interface with Project team delivering works directly interfacing with this project.A minimum of 5 years' experience in the following:Planning, monitoring, and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM, or other recognised methodologies.Delivering complex, multidiscipline estates and construction projects up to £20M in valueAssessing, mitigating, and managing project risks.Managing project budgets and cash-flowDelivering complex estates and security projects within secure environmentsDemonstrable experience working with NEC4 contracts for construction procurement and consultant procurement.Managing major construction projects from inception to completion.Coordinating health and safety requirement, particularly CDM 2015 compliance. If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior IT Service Manager - 12 Months - SC Cleared - £700 pdRate: £700 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Hybrid - 1 day a week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior IT Service Manager, responsible for service management across platforms, multiple channels and services to ensure service availability, performance and process maturity.Responsibilities:Responsible for setting the vision and strategy for service management, ensuring processes are owned and maturing:Lead a team, ensuring adequate resources and capacityRepresent the IT service management function at a senior levelAct as an escalation point for business stakeholdersExperience Requirements: ITIL qualifiedContract management experienceExperience of managing budgetsIf available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pdRate: £625 per dayDuration: 12 monthsIR35: InsideLocation: Remote - 1 day per week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected.12-month Contract, SC Cleared.Essential and Desirable criteria as follows:Demonstrable skills in Python software developmentDemonstrable skills in AWS CDKStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIsGood communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together)Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activitiesDesirable:Experience of source control systems such a gitExperience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principlesExperience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid developmentExperience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIBIn this role you will:Develop software to meet user needsFollow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelinesWrite clean, secure and well-tested codeCoach and mentor more junior colleaguesOperate the services you build and identify issues in productionIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Enterprise Architect - 12 months - SC ClearedDuration: 12 monthsRate: £700 per dayLocation: Salisbury - hybrid with occasional travel to site.IR35: In ScopeThe role:A leading Defence client are seeking SC Cleared Enterprise Architects, to own the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional states.12-month contract, Inside IR35, working both remotely and on-site in Salisbury.Responsibilities & Experiences:TOGAFITILOwn the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional statesUnderstand the organisation's ecosystem and its interdependencies, including reference architecturesTake a strategic view across all architectural domains, portfolios and programmesGuide the organisation to make appropriate business, technology and data decisions by recommending reuse, sustainability and scalability, to achieve value for money and reduce risk Establish architectural principles, policies and standardsCollaborate and consult with stakeholders to assure business, technology and data decisions are aligned with enterprise architecture strategyDevelop the architecture communityCarry out horizon scanning across industry, identifying emerging trends and their potential impact and opportunity for the organisationDevelop, validate and review conceptual, logical and physical architectural designsManage the architectural aspects of the target design, policies and standardsWork pro-actively to achieve stable, viable designsAssist with the selection of suppliers (where appropriate) to fulfil the requirementsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Cyber Transformation Lead - £630pd - Outside IR35 - SC ClearedDuration: 12-month ContractRate: £630 per dayR35: OutsideLocation: 2 days a week in Warrington (the rest remote)The role:A secure Government institution requires interim expertise to accelerate strategic cyber security transformation in support the Cyber Security & Information Assurance function.The appointed person will support the development and implementation of cyber policies and standards, uplift security culture and awareness, establish cyber profession standards, oversee portfolio alignment to strategy, deliver horizon scanning and leadership briefings, support assurance activities, and contribute to senior level incident readiness, all aligned to strategy and statutory obligations.Scope of Services:The ASW be engaged as an Interim Cyber Transformation Lead to:Act as an internal cyber advisor aligned with strategy and organisational objectives.Lead/coordinate the resolution of complex/high profile cyber issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.Develop, refresh, and embed cyber policies, standards, and procedures; track adoption/compliance.Provide portfolio oversight and RAG reporting; escalate and drive remediation of misalignments.Conduct horizon scanning and brief leadership on implications and recommendations.Plan and deliver awareness, education, and role-based training initiatives with metrics.Support the establishment of cyber profession standards with HR/L&DAssumptions & DependenciesTimely access to stakeholders, systems, repositories, and tooling (e.g., policy library, LMS, phishing platform, service management/SIEM, PMO data).Availability of policy owners and project managers for reviews and attestations.SL will provide required clearances, facilities, and collaboration tools. If you are available and interested, please respond with a copy of your CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Programme Director - 24 months - £900pd (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 24 monthsLocation: Hybrid - Can be worked from multiple UK locationsThe RoleA leading Government Institution is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a large-scale Legal Practice Management (LPM) transformation programme.This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the modernisation of legal practices through the delivery of new technology-enabled services. The Programme Director will provide visible, authoritative leadership and will be accountable for successful delivery across multiple complex workstreams, suppliers, and internal teams.The role requires strong familiarity with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP), alongside proven experience delivering major transformation programmes within a government or public sector environment.Essential Experience & SkillsProven track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes, including new digital or technology-enabled servicesExperience successfully passing Government Project Delivery assurance gatesExperience leading programmes through GDS service assessmentsExpert-level stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including executive-level reportingStrong programme governance, financial management, and delivery assurance experiencePractitioner-level experience in digital, data, business change, and implementationDemonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple suppliersStrong understanding of government delivery standards, digital assurance, and security requirementsDesirable ExperienceExperience delivering Legal Practice Management systemsExperience delivering case management systemsQualificationsAPMMSPPRINCE2If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation - Contract - 6 MonthsRate: £800 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: Southwest England / HybridThe role:A large, complex Public Sector organisation is seeking an experienced Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation, to provide senior leadership across the design, delivery and adoption of a modern, enterprise-scale Digital Workplace strategy.The successful candidate will act as a senior change leader, influencing decision-making at executive level to ensure Digital initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes.This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35, with hybrid working available.Experience requirements & Responsibilities: Proven strategic leadership experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Digital Workplace ecosystems, delivering modern, secure, user-centred services through effective operating models.Strong understanding of digital technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms, with a track record of driving measurable productivity and efficiency improvements.Demonstrable experience of delivering cultural and behavioural change programmes to drive adoption and maximise value from Digital investments.Experience of budget management in excess of £3m, alongside proven procurement and commercial skills including supplier governance and contract framework management.Proven change delivery experience, transforming the digital workplace experience and driving tangible business value across multi-site, complex organisations.Set the long-term vision and multi-year strategy for the Digital Workplace, ensuring alignment with organisational mission and wider IT strategic direction.Act as a senior advisor to organisational leadership on modern workplace trends, future collaboration models, and digital employee experience strategy.Lead enterprise-level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities across the operating environment.Provide inspirational leadership to a high-performing, outcomes-focused team that role models modern ways of working.Lead commercial strategy, contract frameworks, and supplier governance across all Digital Workplace services, working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance.Proactively identify and mitigate technology-related risks, defining and iterating standard operating procedures, policies, and processes supporting the wider IT function.Ensure alignment with security and architecture teams on the implementation of security controls and architectural principles.Assess emerging technologies and strategically position the organisation to benefit from digital innovation, demonstrating a proactive commitment to continual improvement.Experience of operating within a federated IT delivery model across multiple locations in a public or private sector setting. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Software Engineer (Java/Kafka) - SC Cleared - RemoteRate: £550 per dayDuration: 6 months extendableLocation: Remote - Occasional travel to LondonIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Central Government Institution are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Java/Kafka), to join a high-profile project. This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35 and requiring active SC Clearance.Skills / Experience Requirements:Java,Java Spring,Kafka,Kubernetes,Docker Desirable:MQ SeriesPostgres, Redis or time-series Databases Experience working with AWS and Hybrid CloudExperience working with Confluent and/or MKSExperience working with Data Replication/Event Streaming/Distributed Data/Data ArchivalExperience working on various Data Standards, conversion and quality like EDIFACT, XML, JSON If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Java Developer - eDV - ContractRate: NegotiableIR35: OutsideLocation: LondonDuration: 12 monthsThe role:A leading Defence client is seeking a Senior Java Developer, with a focus on back-end services and an aptitude for building deployment pipelines, to work on a secure government initiative.Role/s would be London based and active eDV Clearance needed.Essential Criteria:JavaOpenShiftCI/CD - An aptitude for building deployment pipelinesBack-End ServicesMongoDBAWS experience (Desirable)Experience in large agile programmes, ideally including public sectorIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Construction Project Manager - NEC4 - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £575 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a DV Cleared, Senior Construction Project Manager, to lead the client-side delivery of a major logistics hub construction project.The role requires strong contract management capability (e.g., NEC4) and proficiency with tools such as MS Project is essential for driving performance, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.Technical SkillsPRINCE2 Practitioner, APMP, ISEB Certificate, or equivalent project management qualificationStrong understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 regulations, with demonstrable experience applying them in project delivery.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including the latest versions of Microsoft Project.Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStructE, CIBSE, CIOB).In depth knowledge of current legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to the role.Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within tight timescales and limited resources, often within challenging operational environments containing technical, political, security, support, and logistical considerations.Ability to interface with Project team delivering works directly interfacing with this project.A minimum of 5 years' experience in the following:Planning, monitoring, and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM, or other recognised methodologies.Delivering complex, multidiscipline estates and construction projects up to £20M in valueAssessing, mitigating, and managing project risks.Managing project budgets and cash-flowDelivering complex estates and security projects within secure environmentsDemonstrable experience working with NEC4 contracts for construction procurement and consultant procurement.Managing major construction projects from inception to completion.Coordinating health and safety requirement, particularly CDM 2015 compliance. If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior IT Service Manager - 12 Months - SC Cleared - £700 pdRate: £700 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Hybrid - 1 day a week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior IT Service Manager, responsible for service management across platforms, multiple channels and services to ensure service availability, performance and process maturity.Responsibilities:Responsible for setting the vision and strategy for service management, ensuring processes are owned and maturing:Lead a team, ensuring adequate resources and capacityRepresent the IT service management function at a senior levelAct as an escalation point for business stakeholdersExperience Requirements: ITIL qualifiedContract management experienceExperience of managing budgetsIf available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pdRate: £625 per dayDuration: 12 monthsIR35: InsideLocation: Remote - 1 day per week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected.12-month Contract, SC Cleared.Essential and Desirable criteria as follows:Demonstrable skills in Python software developmentDemonstrable skills in AWS CDKStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIsGood communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together)Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activitiesDesirable:Experience of source control systems such a gitExperience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principlesExperience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid developmentExperience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIBIn this role you will:Develop software to meet user needsFollow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelinesWrite clean, secure and well-tested codeCoach and mentor more junior colleaguesOperate the services you build and identify issues in productionIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Enterprise Architect - 12 months - SC ClearedDuration: 12 monthsRate: £700 per dayLocation: Salisbury - hybrid with occasional travel to site.IR35: In ScopeThe role:A leading Defence client are seeking SC Cleared Enterprise Architects, to own the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional states.12-month contract, Inside IR35, working both remotely and on-site in Salisbury.Responsibilities & Experiences:TOGAFITILOwn the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional statesUnderstand the organisation's ecosystem and its interdependencies, including reference architecturesTake a strategic view across all architectural domains, portfolios and programmesGuide the organisation to make appropriate business, technology and data decisions by recommending reuse, sustainability and scalability, to achieve value for money and reduce risk Establish architectural principles, policies and standardsCollaborate and consult with stakeholders to assure business, technology and data decisions are aligned with enterprise architecture strategyDevelop the architecture communityCarry out horizon scanning across industry, identifying emerging trends and their potential impact and opportunity for the organisationDevelop, validate and review conceptual, logical and physical architectural designsManage the architectural aspects of the target design, policies and standardsWork pro-actively to achieve stable, viable designsAssist with the selection of suppliers (where appropriate) to fulfil the requirementsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Cyber Transformation Lead - £630pd - Outside IR35 - SC ClearedDuration: 12-month ContractRate: £630 per dayR35: OutsideLocation: 2 days a week in Warrington (the rest remote)The role:A secure Government institution requires interim expertise to accelerate strategic cyber security transformation in support the Cyber Security & Information Assurance function.The appointed person will support the development and implementation of cyber policies and standards, uplift security culture and awareness, establish cyber profession standards, oversee portfolio alignment to strategy, deliver horizon scanning and leadership briefings, support assurance activities, and contribute to senior level incident readiness, all aligned to strategy and statutory obligations.Scope of Services:The ASW be engaged as an Interim Cyber Transformation Lead to:Act as an internal cyber advisor aligned with strategy and organisational objectives.Lead/coordinate the resolution of complex/high profile cyber issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.Develop, refresh, and embed cyber policies, standards, and procedures; track adoption/compliance.Provide portfolio oversight and RAG reporting; escalate and drive remediation of misalignments.Conduct horizon scanning and brief leadership on implications and recommendations.Plan and deliver awareness, education, and role-based training initiatives with metrics.Support the establishment of cyber profession standards with HR/L&DAssumptions & DependenciesTimely access to stakeholders, systems, repositories, and tooling (e.g., policy library, LMS, phishing platform, service management/SIEM, PMO data).Availability of policy owners and project managers for reviews and attestations.SL will provide required clearances, facilities, and collaboration tools. If you are available and interested, please respond with a copy of your CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Programme Director - 24 months - £900pd (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 24 monthsLocation: Hybrid - Can be worked from multiple UK locationsThe RoleA leading Government Institution is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a large-scale Legal Practice Management (LPM) transformation programme.This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the modernisation of legal practices through the delivery of new technology-enabled services. The Programme Director will provide visible, authoritative leadership and will be accountable for successful delivery across multiple complex workstreams, suppliers, and internal teams.The role requires strong familiarity with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP), alongside proven experience delivering major transformation programmes within a government or public sector environment.Essential Experience & SkillsProven track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes, including new digital or technology-enabled servicesExperience successfully passing Government Project Delivery assurance gatesExperience leading programmes through GDS service assessmentsExpert-level stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including executive-level reportingStrong programme governance, financial management, and delivery assurance experiencePractitioner-level experience in digital, data, business change, and implementationDemonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple suppliersStrong understanding of government delivery standards, digital assurance, and security requirementsDesirable ExperienceExperience delivering Legal Practice Management systemsExperience delivering case management systemsQualificationsAPMMSPPRINCE2If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation - Contract - 6 MonthsRate: £800 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: Southwest England / HybridThe role:A large, complex Public Sector organisation is seeking an experienced Director of Workplace Technology & Transformation, to provide senior leadership across the design, delivery and adoption of a modern, enterprise-scale Digital Workplace strategy.The successful candidate will act as a senior change leader, influencing decision-making at executive level to ensure Digital initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes.This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35, with hybrid working available.Experience requirements & Responsibilities: Proven strategic leadership experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Digital Workplace ecosystems, delivering modern, secure, user-centred services through effective operating models.Strong understanding of digital technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms, with a track record of driving measurable productivity and efficiency improvements.Demonstrable experience of delivering cultural and behavioural change programmes to drive adoption and maximise value from Digital investments.Experience of budget management in excess of £3m, alongside proven procurement and commercial skills including supplier governance and contract framework management.Proven change delivery experience, transforming the digital workplace experience and driving tangible business value across multi-site, complex organisations.Set the long-term vision and multi-year strategy for the Digital Workplace, ensuring alignment with organisational mission and wider IT strategic direction.Act as a senior advisor to organisational leadership on modern workplace trends, future collaboration models, and digital employee experience strategy.Lead enterprise-level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities across the operating environment.Provide inspirational leadership to a high-performing, outcomes-focused team that role models modern ways of working.Lead commercial strategy, contract frameworks, and supplier governance across all Digital Workplace services, working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance.Proactively identify and mitigate technology-related risks, defining and iterating standard operating procedures, policies, and processes supporting the wider IT function.Ensure alignment with security and architecture teams on the implementation of security controls and architectural principles.Assess emerging technologies and strategically position the organisation to benefit from digital innovation, demonstrating a proactive commitment to continual improvement.Experience of operating within a federated IT delivery model across multiple locations in a public or private sector setting. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Software Engineer (Java/Kafka) - SC Cleared - RemoteRate: £550 per dayDuration: 6 months extendableLocation: Remote - Occasional travel to LondonIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Central Government Institution are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Java/Kafka), to join a high-profile project. This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35 and requiring active SC Clearance.Skills / Experience Requirements:Java,Java Spring,Kafka,Kubernetes,Docker Desirable:MQ SeriesPostgres, Redis or time-series Databases Experience working with AWS and Hybrid CloudExperience working with Confluent and/or MKSExperience working with Data Replication/Event Streaming/Distributed Data/Data ArchivalExperience working on various Data Standards, conversion and quality like EDIFACT, XML, JSON If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Java Developer - eDV - ContractRate: NegotiableIR35: OutsideLocation: LondonDuration: 12 monthsThe role:A leading Defence client is seeking a Senior Java Developer, with a focus on back-end services and an aptitude for building deployment pipelines, to work on a secure government initiative.Role/s would be London based and active eDV Clearance needed.Essential Criteria:JavaOpenShiftCI/CD - An aptitude for building deployment pipelinesBack-End ServicesMongoDBAWS experience (Desirable)Experience in large agile programmes, ideally including public sectorIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Construction Project Manager - NEC4 - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £575 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a DV Cleared, Senior Construction Project Manager, to lead the client-side delivery of a major logistics hub construction project.The role requires strong contract management capability (e.g., NEC4) and proficiency with tools such as MS Project is essential for driving performance, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.Technical SkillsPRINCE2 Practitioner, APMP, ISEB Certificate, or equivalent project management qualificationStrong understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 regulations, with demonstrable experience applying them in project delivery.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including the latest versions of Microsoft Project.Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStructE, CIBSE, CIOB).In depth knowledge of current legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to the role.Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within tight timescales and limited resources, often within challenging operational environments containing technical, political, security, support, and logistical considerations.Ability to interface with Project team delivering works directly interfacing with this project.A minimum of 5 years' experience in the following:Planning, monitoring, and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM, or other recognised methodologies.Delivering complex, multidiscipline estates and construction projects up to £20M in valueAssessing, mitigating, and managing project risks.Managing project budgets and cash-flowDelivering complex estates and security projects within secure environmentsDemonstrable experience working with NEC4 contracts for construction procurement and consultant procurement.Managing major construction projects from inception to completion.Coordinating health and safety requirement, particularly CDM 2015 compliance. If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior IT Service Manager - 12 Months - SC Cleared - £700 pdRate: £700 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Hybrid - 1 day a week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior IT Service Manager, responsible for service management across platforms, multiple channels and services to ensure service availability, performance and process maturity.Responsibilities:Responsible for setting the vision and strategy for service management, ensuring processes are owned and maturing:Lead a team, ensuring adequate resources and capacityRepresent the IT service management function at a senior levelAct as an escalation point for business stakeholdersExperience Requirements: ITIL qualifiedContract management experienceExperience of managing budgetsIf available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pdRate: £625 per dayDuration: 12 monthsIR35: InsideLocation: Remote - 1 day per week in ExeterThe role:A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected.12-month Contract, SC Cleared.Essential and Desirable criteria as follows:Demonstrable skills in Python software developmentDemonstrable skills in AWS CDKStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIsGood communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together)Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activitiesDesirable:Experience of source control systems such a gitExperience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principlesExperience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid developmentExperience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIBIn this role you will:Develop software to meet user needsFollow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelinesWrite clean, secure and well-tested codeCoach and mentor more junior colleaguesOperate the services you build and identify issues in productionIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Enterprise Architect - 12 months - SC ClearedDuration: 12 monthsRate: £700 per dayLocation: Salisbury - hybrid with occasional travel to site.IR35: In ScopeThe role:A leading Defence client are seeking SC Cleared Enterprise Architects, to own the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional states.12-month contract, Inside IR35, working both remotely and on-site in Salisbury.Responsibilities & Experiences:TOGAFITILOwn the enterprise architecture vision, strategy and roadmaps from a business, technology and data perspective, including 'as is', 'to be' and transitional statesUnderstand the organisation's ecosystem and its interdependencies, including reference architecturesTake a strategic view across all architectural domains, portfolios and programmesGuide the organisation to make appropriate business, technology and data decisions by recommending reuse, sustainability and scalability, to achieve value for money and reduce risk Establish architectural principles, policies and standardsCollaborate and consult with stakeholders to assure business, technology and data decisions are aligned with enterprise architecture strategyDevelop the architecture communityCarry out horizon scanning across industry, identifying emerging trends and their potential impact and opportunity for the organisationDevelop, validate and review conceptual, logical and physical architectural designsManage the architectural aspects of the target design, policies and standardsWork pro-actively to achieve stable, viable designsAssist with the selection of suppliers (where appropriate) to fulfil the requirementsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Cyber Transformation Lead - £630pd - Outside IR35 - SC ClearedDuration: 12-month ContractRate: £630 per dayR35: OutsideLocation: 2 days a week in Warrington (the rest remote)The role:A secure Government institution requires interim expertise to accelerate strategic cyber security transformation in support the Cyber Security & Information Assurance function.The appointed person will support the development and implementation of cyber policies and standards, uplift security culture and awareness, establish cyber profession standards, oversee portfolio alignment to strategy, deliver horizon scanning and leadership briefings, support assurance activities, and contribute to senior level incident readiness, all aligned to strategy and statutory obligations.Scope of Services:The ASW be engaged as an Interim Cyber Transformation Lead to:Act as an internal cyber advisor aligned with strategy and organisational objectives.Lead/coordinate the resolution of complex/high profile cyber issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.Develop, refresh, and embed cyber policies, standards, and procedures; track adoption/compliance.Provide portfolio oversight and RAG reporting; escalate and drive remediation of misalignments.Conduct horizon scanning and brief leadership on implications and recommendations.Plan and deliver awareness, education, and role-based training initiatives with metrics.Support the establishment of cyber profession standards with HR/L&DAssumptions & DependenciesTimely access to stakeholders, systems, repositories, and tooling (e.g., policy library, LMS, phishing platform, service management/SIEM, PMO data).Availability of policy owners and project managers for reviews and attestations.SL will provide required clearances, facilities, and collaboration tools. If you are available and interested, please respond with a copy of your CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Programme Director - 24 months - £900pd (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 24 monthsLocation: Hybrid - Can be worked from multiple UK locationsThe RoleA leading Government Institution is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a large-scale Legal Practice Management (LPM) transformation programme.This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the modernisation of legal practices through the delivery of new technology-enabled services. The Programme Director will provide visible, authoritative leadership and will be accountable for successful delivery across multiple complex workstreams, suppliers, and internal teams.The role requires strong familiarity with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP), alongside proven experience delivering major transformation programmes within a government or public sector environment.Essential Experience & SkillsProven track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes, including new digital or technology-enabled servicesExperience successfully passing Government Project Delivery assurance gatesExperience leading programmes through GDS service assessmentsExpert-level stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including executive-level reportingStrong programme governance, financial management, and delivery assurance experiencePractitioner-level experience in digital, data, business change, and implementationDemonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple suppliersStrong understanding of government delivery standards, digital assurance, and security requirementsDesirable ExperienceExperience delivering Legal Practice Management systemsExperience delivering case management systemsQualificationsAPMMSPPRINCE2If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
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