Project Manager 6 Months - Contract Warwick (2 days a week on site) Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in transforming the utilities sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join their Major Programme Delivery (MPD) team within the Transformation & Major Projects Directorate. This is your chance to contribute to high-impact initiatives that align with strategic objectives and enhance governance and outcomes! Key Responsibilities: As a Project Manager, you will: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that resonate with business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget. Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, managing dependencies and critical paths. Organize and allocate resources effectively, guiding project team members and assigning responsibilities. Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to achieve...

Senior Systems Architect Duration: Min 6 months Rate: 800 to 900 Per Day - Inside IR35 via Umbrella Location: Warwickshire - Hybrid Working options available An accomplished, Midlands based Interim Senior Systems Architect is required to support our leading financial services client's Datacentre Exit program, the Data Centre of Excellence and Data Engineering team. The successful candidate will need to have a strong Senior Systems Architect background, with proven experience leading on the designs for Azure based Data platforms (Azure Synapse Analytics highly desirable). Data centre experience is also required. Deliverables - Deliverable 1: Support data engineering with any solutions design, HLD's needed for the long term and strategic solution move to Synapse. Deliverable 2: To provide IT assurance of SDP changes & DCoE initiatives, supplier produced proposals, technical reporting, remediation approaches and designs. Deliverable 3: To produce designs and...

Interim Head of Financial Planning for a large city council - 6 month assignment Your new company A fantastic opportunity has been registered for an Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP) within a Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. Your new role Your role as Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP), you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that...

SEN Support Worker - All-Through SEN School - Leicester Location: Leicester Position: SEN Support Worker Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Salary: 95 - 105 per day Start Date: ASAP Recruitment Agency: Aspire People Aspire People is excited to be working with an exceptional all-through Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Leicester, seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Support Worker to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with students across a wide age range, supporting children with varying needs in a nurturing and structured environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 support to students with a range of special educational needs, helping them engage with their learning and build essential skills. Assist in small group activities to facilitate social interaction, collaborative learning, and personal development. Support the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs), working closely with teaching staff to ensure that the...

Programme Delivery Manager 12-Month Contract Day Rate: Circa 600, negotiable (via approved umbrella) Location: Bristol, Tipton or Castle Donington ( Hybrid - 1 day per week in office + monthly visit to Castle Donington if not based there) About The Role We are seeking an experienced Programme Delivery Manager to join our high-profile utilities client in leading the coordination and delivery of approximately 200 structured Investment Decision Packs (IDPs) as part of a major regulatory business plan submission to Ofgem. This role is focused on orchestrating delivery , not necessarily writing the investment cases. You will ensure all packs progress through defined milestones, governance and assurance processes, maintaining quality and pace across a high-value portfolio. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end IDP delivery process Maintain portfolio tracking and provide clear reporting Coordinate cross-functional teams across Regulation,...

Info Sec and Cyber Security Consultant Up to 800pd DOE (Inside IR35) Milton Keynes - Hybrid 3 days in office 9 month initial contract Ideally SC/DV Cleared (Need to be eligible if not) My central Government client is looking for an experienced Information Security & Cyber Consultant to aid the business in making informed decisions about the Cyber and Information Security org structure and function, strategy. You will act as a subject matter expert to review the current setup with a view to providing advice, guidance and a draft strategy for information security and cyber functions (including the SOC). This is a fantastic role for any Information Security & Cyber Security Consultant with experience of working in an enterprise/Gov. environment to join on a potential long term contract basis. Roles & Responsibilities: Taking into account the status and work of the organisation, you will review the current organisation structure and function of...

Senior Site Engineer Didcot £500-£600 per day PAYE Umbrella Are you a Senior Site Engineer interested in an exciting opportunity working on a multi-million-pound highways project? If so, keep reading. The Company Our client, a Tier 1 Contractor in the UK are currently offering an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer to join them for an assignment on a high-profile highways project in Oxfordshire. The company is one of the leading Infrastructure contractors working in the market today and have an excellent track record of delivering world class Civil Engineering projects. The Role As a skilled Site Engineer, you will provide your expertise with ensuring the site runs effectively and safely. Your expertise in managing Construction Phase Plans will be essential as you ensure accurate placement and alignment of critical components. You ll lead by example through regular on-site checks and making sure all project processes stay firmly on track. About you...

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (3 days on site) Contract Duration : 18 Months Daily Rate: £72.66 - £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance : SC & British citizenship Minimum Requirement: Strong budgeting experience Strong reporting experience Strong stakeholder management skills at all levels internal and external Reporting to senior stakeholder MOD/Defence experience Various Analysis Public sector Experience of executive reporting Strong accounting experience Oracle fusion/ERP system Highly desirable not essential Transformation experience desirable Oracle Fusion EPBCS Highly desirable but not essential Security Clearance: SC Key Accountabilities: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with...

Job Title: Lead Data Engineer - Hadoop, Spark, Pytthon Location: Sheffield - 3 days per week in the office Salary/Rate: Up to 617 per day inside IR35 Start Date: 02/03/2026 Job Type: Contract until November We are seeking a Lead Data Engineering Consultant with proven experience in leading and developing data engineering platforms. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on expertise in the following areas: Extensive enterprise experience with Hadoop, Spark, and Splunk. Proficiency in object-oriented and functional scripting, particularly in Python. Skilled in handling raw, structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data (SQL and NoSQL). Experience integrating large, disparate datasets using modern tools and frameworks. Strong background in building and optimizing ETL/ELT data pipelines. Familiarity with source control and implementing Continuous Integration, Delivery, and Deployment via CI/CD pipelines. Experience supporting and collaborating with BI and...

Change Manager Location: Sheffield (Hybrid, 2 days in the office per week) Contract Length: 6 Months Are you passionate about driving transformation and making a real impact? Our client, a leader in the Utilities industry, is seeking a dynamic Change Manager to be at the forefront of change initiatives, ensuring that the people side of transformation is effectively addressed. If you're ready to help shape the future and empower teams, we want to hear from you! What You'll Do: As a Change Manager, you will play a pivotal role in planning, managing, and executing change management activities for exciting digital products and services. Your responsibilities will include: Change Delivery and Execution: Design and implement tailored change plans for various initiatives. Coordinate stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and support activities. Create user-facing materials and guidance documents to aid in the transition. Monitor and report on...

Randstad CPE is currently recruiting for a Freelance Design manager for the a Major project near St Albans Our client is a market leader within Civil engineering and rail. The role is to provide design management support for the earthworks, rail, highways and building works from ECI / inception to final commissioning/financial settlement, and to co-ordinate and manage the design consultants appointed for the project. Preparation of the project brief Consultant selection and appointment Value management & Engineering Management of the Design Development Managing of the Contractor Design Process Prepare Design Execution Plan. Establish and monitor appropriate project operating procedures and systems, specifically ensuring the Design Management Plan is being followed and adhered to. Establish project design programme and ensure it is kept up to date. Establish & manage procedures for convening and recording meetings which: enable the client to review and input into...

Randstad CPE is currently recruiting for a Design Engineer for Water projects across the south of England This role is paid Limited, outside IR35. Please only apply if you have Water Design experience Your job is to deliver top-tier engineering designs that keep risks low and profits high on our clients turnkey Water contracts. You'll lead the design process, making sure all drawings and docs meet the right safety and technical standards. Key Duties Smart Design: Create cost-effective layouts that actually work when it comes time to build and commission them. Team Player: Coordinate with other departments and external teams so the whole project stays in sync. Efficiency: Use standard practices and help sharpen our internal processes to keep things running smoothly. Support: Give the proposals team the data and feedback they need for new bids. Focus: Keep safety, the environment, and the customer's needs at the front of every design. About You...

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Contract Daily Rate: Up to 600 (Inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 6 months initially Location: Sindlesham, Wokingham (1 day per week onsite is required) Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to provide essential support for Oracle and SQL Server databases within the estate. This role is vital in maintaining the systems that ensure operational continuity in the UK. As part of a dedicated DBA team, the successful candidate will be instrumental in managing an extensive Oracle database estate, ranging from legacy systems to modern deployments. Key Responsibilities: Provide 24x7 database management and administration expertise in high availability environments. Conduct proactive maintenance and monitoring of Oracle databases. utilise change, problem, incident, and release management tools effectively. Liaise with third-party service centres as necessary. Perform technical analyses and engage with...

Commercial Analyst Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Overview We are seeking a Technical Business Analyst to support our Commercial/Contract Management team. In this role, you will work closely with our commercial lead to coordinate a variety of contractual, supplier, and financial tasks related to our vendor ecosystem. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with Product and Service Management teams, ensuring that contract scopes and funding requirements are clearly defined and integrated into our Procurement and Finance processes. Key Responsibilities: Maintain the "Vendor Contract Calendar," monitoring contract implementation timelines and renewal dates. Consolidate commercial requirements from product and service teams regarding vendor capability and...

Product Owner (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Overview As a Product Owner, you will play a crucial role in driving product value and aligning it with stakeholder needs. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders and the Product Manager within a scaled Agile framework to ensure product vision and roadmap alignment. Your expertise will guide the development team in defining and prioritizing epics and stories in the product backlog, ensuring timely delivery of high-value features. Key Responsibilities: Maximize Product Value: Understand and articulate the vision and roadmap for the product to both stakeholders and the development team. Backlog Management: Define, prioritize, and review epics and stories, making on-the-spot decisions regarding scope and requirements....

Java Developers - Java21 min, TDD & BDD, North West, 12 month contract - Inside IR35 - 750 /day Major Government client has superb opportunities for outstanding Java Developers with recent experience of Java21 or later. Working within a Team of Developers, Designers and Analysts, you will be an experienced Java Developer with a solid understanding of Agile, and on a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for designing, creating and improving new and existing products, platforms and transactions across government projects. Skills/ experience: You will have recent experience with Java 21 (or later), an excellent understanding of TDD and BDD, large microservice architectures, working in an Agile environment, be willing to work in a pair programming environment, have experience in implementing APIs for internal and external use along with the skills to build up a useful, robust automated test suite to support a continuous deployment environment. Additionally you will take...

Business Analyst (Banking) 6 Month Contract London Hybrid Working The Adecco group is part of Adecco Workforce Solutions (AWS). We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile banking clients. They are currently looking for a Business Analyst (Banking) to join them for an initial 6 month contract, however there may be scope for extension. Role Purpose: The Business Analyst (BA) is responsible for understanding and assessing changing business needs, analysing impacts, documenting requirements, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. The role involves supporting business case...

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title : Programme Manager Contract : Initial 12-Month Contract with potential to extend . Location : London (1-2 days in office) Rate : 650 inside umbrella OR 107K+Bonus Role Purpose: You will take the helm in delivering a crucial workstream within a multi-year transformation programme, working alongside a dynamic team of project managers. Your expertise will be key in planning, execution, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Workstream Ownership & Delivery Accountability Spearhead the delivery of...

Our client is a dynamic, fast growing data centre consultant operating both in the UK and internationally. They have grown rapidly and have earned a fantastic reputation across DC expansion projects, white space and hyper scale dc schemes To support these exciting schemes they are looking for an MEP Design Manager to join the team The Design Manager will oversee and coordinate the design aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the design meets our client's requirements, adheres to regulatory standards, and offer value engineering solutions. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and the project team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals. Additionally, the Design Manager will coordinate with external designers for each project and report any design risks to the Projects Director. The ideal applicant will be from an Electrical or HVAC...

Conversation Designer London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) 600 per day (via umbrella) 6-month contract We're supporting a leading UK financial services organisation undergoing an exciting period of digital evolution. As part of this journey, they're looking for an experienced Conversation Designer to shape intuitive, human-centred conversational experiences across digital channels. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about crafting clear, natural, and customer-friendly dialogue - someone who understands how to turn complex processes into seamless, supportive interactions. The Role You'll be responsible for designing end-to-end conversational journeys across chatbot and messaging platforms, ensuring interactions feel simple, engaging, and aligned to brand tone of voice. Working closely with Product, UX, Content, and Engineering teams, you'll help create digital conversations that genuinely improve customer experience - reducing friction, increasing clarity, and...