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Senior User Researcher - Local Government/Public Sector Contract: 12 months Location: London (2 days on-site per week) IR35: Inside IR35 Experience required: Local Government/Council experience (essential) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior User Researcher to support a major Central Government digital programme focused on … improving public-facing services and digital products used across the UK. You will conduct high-quality strategic research with citizens, service users, and local government teams to shape user-centred design, product direction and organisational decision-making. This role requires someone with strong expertise in end-to-end user research and a background working with local … You'll Do As a Senior User Researcher , you will: Lead and deliver a wide range of user research projects (discovery through to evaluative) involving local government officers and end users Plan, design and conduct research using both qualitative and quantitative methods Run research activities end-to-end: designing, recruiting, conducting sessions, analysing data and presenting More ❯

Business Analyst - Service Improvement (Local Government) Location: Thames Valley area (Elizabeth Line) Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Until 31st March 2026 Hybrid: 2-3 days per week on-site Salt's Local Government team is supporting a council in the Thames Valley area with the appointment of a Business Analyst … the creation of business cases and service documentation to embed new ways of working. Essential Experience Please note - we can only consider candidates with recent Local Government experience. Applicants must have worked on front-door or customer service transformation projects (for example, contact centres, digital access, or customer journey redesign). You should be able to … principles. Skilled in documentation and stakeholder engagement (Visio, BPMN, or similar tools). This is an opportunity to play a key part in a major Local Government recovery programme - helping design and deliver better, more efficient services for residents. If you meet the above criteria and are available for a new contract, please get in touch More ❯

offer: Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure Holiday Entitlement: 24 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) Plus three additional days in December and bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme Free town centre parking. Pensions: Membership of the Local Government Employer contribution More ❯

North London (2-3 days per week onsite non-negotiable) Rate: Up to £650/day (Inside IR35) Contract: 6-8 months | Start: Immediate Client: Local Government Overview Salt are partnered with a North London Local Authority delivering a large-scale Network and Infrastructure Modernisation Programme . This role will lead delivery of … Aruba wireless technologies and Azure networking. Experience delivering projects to tight year-end budget deadlines. Understanding of Zero Trust principles and identity-based access. Prior Local Government or wider public sector infrastructure delivery experience. Why Apply This is a chance to lead a strategically critical infrastructure transformation that directly shapes how a major public sector organisation More ❯

challenges and opportunities with confidence. Cherwell District Council has a strong reputation for bold ambition, innovation, and collaboration. As the Council continues to prepare for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Multi Scale Authority (MSA) readiness, this role will be central to driving transformation, embedding new ways of working, and ensuring financial sustainability. With responsibility for the … enhance services and efficiency. Ensure strong financial management and benefit realisation, delivering sustainable cost reductions and value for money. Build strong relationships with partners, members, colleagues, stakeholders, and local communities. Champion sustainability and environmental responsibility across services. Develop and support staff to achieve a high performance, engaged, and inclusive culture. About you We are seeking a dynamic … government. In return, Cherwell offers a competitive package and a culture that supports your wellbeing and development, including: 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Local Government Pension Scheme (15.9% employer contribution) Electric Vehicle and cycle to work schemes Annual flu vaccination and eye test allowance Incremental pay awards (awarded annually in April after one year More ❯

challenges and opportunities with confidence. Cherwell District Council has a strong reputation for bold ambition, innovation, and collaboration. As the Council continues to prepare for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Multi-Scale Authority (MSA) readiness, this role will be central to driving transformation, embedding new ways of working, and ensuring financial sustainability. With responsibility for the … enhance services and efficiency. Ensure strong financial management and benefit realisation, delivering sustainable cost reductions and value for money. Build strong relationships with partners, members, colleagues, stakeholders, and local communities. Champion sustainability and environmental responsibility across services. Develop and support staff to achieve a high-performance, engaged, and inclusive culture. About you We are seeking a dynamic … government. In return, Cherwell offers a competitive package and a culture that supports your wellbeing and development, including: 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Local Government Pension Scheme (15.9% employer contribution) Electric Vehicle and cycle to work schemes Annual flu vaccination and eye test allowance Incremental pay awards (awarded annually in April after one year More ❯

challenges and opportunities with confidence. Cherwell District Council has a strong reputation for bold ambition, innovation, and collaboration. As the Council continues to prepare for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Multi-Scale Authority (MSA) readiness, this role will be central to driving transformation, embedding new ways of working, and ensuring financial sustainability. With responsibility for the … enhance services and efficiency. Ensure strong financial management and benefit realisation, delivering sustainable cost reductions and value for money. Build strong relationships with partners, members, colleagues, stakeholders, and local communities. Champion sustainability and environmental responsibility across services. Develop and support staff to achieve a high-performance, engaged, and inclusive culture. About you We are seeking a dynamic … government. In return, Cherwell offers a competitive package and a culture that supports your wellbeing and development, including: 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Local Government Pension Scheme (15.9% employer contribution) Electric Vehicle and cycle to work schemes Annual flu vaccination and eye test allowance Incremental pay awards (awarded annually in April after one year More ❯

clearly and within statutory deadlines. This is a great role for someone passionate about information rights, data protection, and public service excellence within a busy local government environment. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Subject Access Request Officer/Data … A background in data protection, information governance or a related field BENEFITS Generous annual leave allowance (28 days, rising to 33 days after 5 years) Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working arrangements Employee Assistance Programme Sports and leisure discounts This role requires an Enhanced DBS check APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you More ❯

Manager will agree the project’s scope and objectives, and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. We are hoping to find a versatile candidate with commercial and Local Authority experience, able to steer through mission critical projects, particularly for Idox Cloud solutions – you’ll be expected to anchor your projects, for continuity, dependability and insight. You … travel as required, including planned overnight stays. Additional desirable qualities: · Familiarity with Idox product suites or close competitors’ products · Understand principles of cloud based solutions, digital transformation and smart government, evolution in public services · Understand wider benefits of GIS software in local government solutions · Easy access to main transport routes – able to reach mid-southern … English counties without concern. About Idox Our specialist software solutions power the performance of government and industry, driving productivity and a better experience for everyone. Built around the user and designed in collaboration with experts who have worked through every detail of every process from end-to-end, our hard-working process engines deliver exceptional functionality and embed workflows More ❯

and contributing to high-performing agile teams . Proficiency with Jira and other agile delivery tools. Prior experience working within the public sector (central or local government). Solid understanding of digital delivery practices in government or similar settings. Desirable Knowledge Awareness of Generative AI tools and their potential applications. Experience defining and managing data More ❯

Location - Bristol, London, Manchester Job summary The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by: joining up public sector services harnessing the power of AI for the public good strengthening and … are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government. We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than … people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol. The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale. The Government Digital Service (GDS), part More ❯

Collaborative approach to problem-solving and innovation BENEFITS 31 days Annual Leave (rising to 36 days after 5 years of continued service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme GP Helpline available 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym … Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Car, Cycle to Work, and Home & Tech Local & Lifestyle Discounts savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants & more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities running, football, cricket, & more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And much more! APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent More ❯

months initially Overview We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex SharePoint migration projects from end to end within a Local Authority or wider Public Sector environment . This is a hands-on delivery role covering all stages of the project lifecycle - from mobilisation and planning through to implementation … Essential Experience Extensive experience managing SharePoint migrations (on-premise to SharePoint Online/M365) from initiation to go-live. Strong background in project delivery within Local Government or the wider Public Sector - this is mandatory. Proven ability to deliver multiple complex IT or Digital projects concurrently. Solid understanding of project governance , financial control, and risk management. More ❯

consultancy has been a trusted partner to the public sector for over half a century. Known for its collaborative culture, social purpose, and Gold Standard accreditation, it helps local authorities, housing associations, and public bodies deliver better homes, buildings, and communities through innovation and partnership.In this pivotal 12-month fixed-term role, you'll take a central More ❯

Why Southwark? Southwark is a vibrant, diverse and ambitious borough at the heart of London. As one of the country’s leading local authorities, we are committed to serving our communities, delivering high-quality services and driving positive change for residents and businesses. When you join Southwark, you join an organisation that invests in its people. As More ❯

tasks to ensure the successful delivery of IT projects. You will be required to deliver projects for a variety of different establishments including public sector, education, healthcare and local government. The Senior Project Manager must manage and keep track of output and performance and look for innovative solutions to problems that may arise. They also ensure teams More ❯

success. We combine deep industry expertise with technological innovation to create long-term value for our clients across sectors such as Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Financial Services, and Local Government. HSO has been voted in the UK's Top 10 Best Large Companies to Work For for the last three years running and is proud to have More ❯

benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) , where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary. To support employees professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training More ❯

Sureserve is a trusted partner for housing associations, local authorities, and residents, delivering high-quality compliance and energy services. Our focus on energy efficiency, safe and compliant homes, and enhanced quality of life makes us a leader in the industry. With nationwide reach, regional expertise, and a commitment to excellent service, we are well-positioned to support More ❯

About Us At Polaris, we're on a mission to create a safer and fairer world. We provide software solutions that empower police forces and local authorities to enforce and track traffic and parking offences, manage permits and licenses, and control high-risk assets like firearms and tasers. Since securing support from August Equity in May More ❯

Services Group is one of the UK's largest local authority-owned trading organisations, comprising 33 diverse businesses that operate across education, local government, the NHS and beyond. We provide services in recruitment, energy, procurement, legal, IT, HR, education supplies, facilities management and more. With more than 1,800 employees and a global … to a wide range of learning and development opportunities A collaborative and ambitious working environment with real purpose Why CSG? Commercial Services Group is the UK's largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across … and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies. CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance More ❯

of annual leave (to be used during school holidays) contract for sick pay that grows with your service chance to join the Kent County Council Local Government Pension Scheme More details will be shared in your contract Main Duties In this pivotal role, youll dive into support tickets, tackling everything from hardware hiccups to software snags More ❯

frameworks. Work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to align operations with Trust objectives. Qualifications Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within a Multi Academy Trust, Local Authority, NHS, or charitable organisation. Strong background in service transformation and change management. Experience managing IT and Estates/Facilities across multi-site environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication More ❯

to align operations with Trust objectives. To be successful in the role you will have: Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within a Multi Academy Trust, Local Authority, NHS, or charitable organisation. Strong background in service transformation and change management. Experience managing IT and Estates/Facilities across multi-site environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication More ❯

frameworks. Work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to align operations with Trust objectives. Qualifications Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within a Multi Academy Trust, Local Authority, NHS, or charitable organisation. Strong background in service transformation and change management. Experience managing IT and Estates/Facilities across multi-site environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication More ❯