Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 8 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential Requirements: Significant Public Sector Procurement experience (5+ years) Supplier Relationship skills Facility Management (FM) or Works experience (Must have) Not necessarily heavy construction but definitely FM. NEC Experience or at least a good understanding of how it operates Good working knowledge of how a contract operates Must have led/delivered procurement projects in a highly regulated, complex, environment.Need someone with real doing experience. Project is in Procurement stage - Needs analysis stage to contract stage Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and...

Job Title: Finance Senior Manager Financial Accounting - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (2-3 days /week on site hybrid) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & British Citizenship Minimum Requirement: SC Clearance Qualified accountant recognised qualification - ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience of running and overviewing of accounts payable etc Annual reporting of accounts Technical accounting activity Payroll, accounts payable, etc Some management responsibilities, 4 direct reports MS Office Desirable: Oracle Public sector background preferred The Role: 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 company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of...

Job Title : Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship ManagementStakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to influence and deliver Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories,...

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 : Senior Project Manager Contract : Initial 6-Month Contract. Location : Windsor - Hybrid (twice a month in office) Rate : 550 - 600 inside umbrella About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a portfolio of transformation initiatives within LRECS as part of the wider Group Functions change agenda. This role will provide dedicated delivery leadership across several concurrent projects, ensuring clear ownership, strong governance and predictable outcomes. The focus is on safely landing complex, cross-functional change that spans...

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: Communications Manager Location: Windsor/Hybrid Duration: 12 Months Contact The Role: The Communications Manager will lead the development and delivery of a cohesive, strategic communications plan for the Finance Transformation Programme. This programme aims to modernise and optimise core functional areas to improve efficiency, agility, and service excellence across the group. You will ensure a clear, joined-up narrative that connects the transformation vision with the day-to-day experiences of colleagues across all functions. Your work will align...

Randstad are recruiting for a Freelance Site Agent for a major infrastructure Project in Brackley, Northamptonshire. This role is 600 - 650 a day PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. You will have experience in Drainage, earthworks or Structures As a Site Agent , you will be a cornerstone of the project's success. You aren't just managing a site; you are driving the construction strategy. You will balance technical engineering oversight with commercial acumen and team leadership. Core Responsibilities 1. Strategic Planning & Pre-Commencement Strategy: Assist in defining the construction strategy and leading kick-off meetings. Documentation: Own the production of Method Statements, Environmental & Quality Plans, and Construction programmes. Schedules: Manage procurement and design deliverable schedules to ensure no "bottlenecks" in production. 2....

Randstad is recruiting for a Freelance Sub Agent to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Calvert Buckinghamshire The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture, potentially, over a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include: Managing 2 x Section Engineer and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Essential Experience: Drivers licence and car Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society...

Design Manager - Design Management, Fitout, Engineering, Construction Location: Old Oak Common/North Acton Contract Type: Contract Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. This Design Manager (Shafts & Headhouses DU) will manage the Stage 5 asset design and be responsible for leading and coordinating all design and disciplines associated with a particular asset, facilitate the delivery of the designs, ensuring the design is technically assured, delivered to programme and coordinated between design disciplines. You will also be responsible for the management of change control, have reporting responsibilities on progress and issues associated with the designs, and collaborate closely with all relevant disciplines within TSDU and...

Quantity Surveyor HS2 Rail & Civils Location: West Ruislip / North Ruislip (HS2 Site Office) Rate: 500 - 600 per day ( Inside IR35 ) Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days WFH) Sector: Rail & Heavy Civil Engineering Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor / JV The Opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 flagship project on the HS2 central section. Based out of the West Ruislip/North Ruislip hubs, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multi-million-pound work packages spanning major rail infrastructure and heavy civil engineering. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering a market-leading day rate and a flexible hybrid working model, perfect for a commercial professional used to the fast-paced environment of a "mega-project." Key Responsibilities & Duties Working as part of a high-performing commercial team, your duties will include: NEC4 Contract Administration: Manage...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a Construction Company to recruit for a Proposal Manager / Lead Bid Writer for a 3-4 month contract. This is a remote role and travel to Head Office when required which is in Wiltshire. The Proposal Manager role comes with a day rate of 700- 750 per day, Outside IR35. Key Skills required for the Proposal Manager role: Taking the lead on preparation / reviewing of the proposal write-ups Develop and produce technical responses to the clients request and communicating this in both visual and written formats Ensure compliance with the Work Winning process & procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a high standard, proof reading documents and finalising Have an understanding of the scope and status of current projects and able to liaise internally to get extra information if required Projects can be confidential, able to perform to a high standard with...

Job Title: RPA & Data Automation Developer Contract Type: 6 month contract Inside IR35 - 550- 700 per day (umbrella rate) Location: Hybrid working - Surrey Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the world of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Data Automation? We're on the lookout for a passionate RPA & Data Automation Developer to drive efficiency, improve data quality and deliver actionable insights. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Data Design & Preparation: Design processes for preparing, enriching, and documenting data using semantic models, Lakehouses and data warehouses to enable insightful analysis. Automation Proficiency: Utilize multiple automation technologies, including AI, ML, Power Automate and Power Apps, to streamline data access and empower developers and analysts. Transform & Test Data: Transform...

Location: National Grid Melksham Substation, Wiltshire Start Date: 13th April 2026 End Date: 13th October 2026 Hours: 08:00 - 17:30 (5 days per week) Job Type: Temporary Contract Rate: 650- 700 per day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (LTD not permitted) Overview of the Role: This position involves taking responsibility for the successful delivery of critical energy infrastructure schemes within a well-established utilities and infrastructure business. The role sits within the energy division and focuses on projects spanning electricity transmission, distribution networks, renewable developments, and new customer connections. You will manage projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring delivery is safe, on schedule, within financial targets, and meets required quality standards. The role supports major UK energy clients such as National Grid, SSE, UK Power Networks, and SSEN, across a diverse portfolio of transmission, distribution, and substation construction...

About the Role The Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children Partnership is seeking an experienced and highly credible Independent Scrutineer to provide objective oversight, constructive challenge, and assurance on the effectiveness of safeguarding arrangements for children and young people across Northamptonshire. The Independent Scrutineer will act as a critical friend to the partnership, offering impartial scrutiny and promoting reflective practice to support continuous improvement. This is a key statutory function under the Children and Social Work Act 2017, requiring a high degree of professionalism, independence, and expertise in safeguarding. Responsibilies Provide independent scrutiny, challenge, and assurance regarding the effectiveness of multi-agency safeguarding arrangements across Northamptonshire. Ensure the partnership fulfils its statutory responsibilities and operates in line with national guidance. Oversee and make recommendations on the commissioning,...

Program Manager (Pharma) 12 Month Contract Hybrid Working Welwyn Garden City 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 pharmaceutical clients. They are currently looking for a Program Manager to join them for an initial 12 month contract, however there may be scope for extension. Role Overview: Job Summary : The Program Manager is a core member of molecule/disease area teams, driving drug or disease area development programs to maximise efficiency, portfolio value, and patient benefit. This role contributes to the company's...

Job Advertisement: Senior/Principal Patient-centred Outcomes Research Scientist Location: UK-based office/hybrid (ideally 2 days a week in the office) Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Contract Length: 9 months Working Pattern: Full Time Hourly Rate: 75 - 90 Are you a passionate and experienced researcher with a focus on patient-centred outcomes? If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical industry, we have the perfect opportunity for you! About the Role: Join our dynamic team as a Senior/Principal Patient-centred Outcomes Research Scientist! In this exciting 9-month contract role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting initiatives. Your expertise will help shape the development and implementation of innovative patient-centred measurement strategies, working closely with a diverse team of PCOR scientists and cross-functional stakeholders. What You Will Do: As a Senior/Principal...

Job Title: Technical/Functional Business Analyst - Funds Location: London (2/3 days on-site per week) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day outside IR35 Start Date: June Job Type: Initial contract until 31/12/2026 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Hybrid Business Analyst (Functional/Technical) with deep exposure to the investment funds domain. Job Responsibilities/Objectives This role requires a highly business-aligned individual who can bridge the gap between stakeholders and technical teams, with a strong grasp of fund structures, lifecycles, and associated processes. Engage with business stakeholders to elicit, analyse, and document requirements (both functional and technical) Translate business needs into clear, structured specifications for delivery teams Produce high-quality documentation, including: o Business...

If you're a Fire Engineer who loves solving complex problems and shaping safer, better-designed buildings, there's a brilliant opportunity waiting for you. You'll be joining a world-renowned consultancy - a company where the projects are big, the standards are high, and the team is known for being switched-on, collaborative, and great to work with. They're based in one of London's most iconic locations, but what really stands out is the culture: modern thinking, supportive leadership and a real focus on technical quality. You'll be working on a wide mix of schemes with a portfolio of interesting end-user clients, getting involved early, influencing design, and helping project teams navigate fire strategy decisions with confidence. It's the perfect setup if you enjoy partnering closely with architects, project managers, and cost consultants, and you want a role where your expertise genuinely shapes outcomes rather than just signing things off at the end. You'll likely have...

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: Responsible AI Lead Location: London / Bristol / Leeds / Edinburgh Contract Type: 6 months - possibility for extension Role Overview At an exciting stage of scaling artificial intelligence across the organisation, we are seeking a Responsible AI expert to join a central AI Centre of Excellence within the Data & Analytics function. This is a hands-on senior role focused on enabling the responsible adoption of AI across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the organisation's Responsible AI governance,...

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: Senior Data Engineer Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working) Contract: 6 Months Role Overview Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of data integration solutions and data warehouse environments. This role will focus on building and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines, supporting data warehousing initiatives, and ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of large-scale data systems. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data architects, analysts, and developers to drive data...

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: CDE & Information Management Training Lead Location: Warwick or The Strand Contract Type: 6 months - possibility for extension Job Summary We are looking for an experienced CDE & Information Management Training Lead to develop and deliver the training strategy for digital information management across a major infrastructure programme. This role is critical for the adoption of Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms and ISO 19650-aligned processes. You will lead the creation of role-based training, implement governance standards,...