23 of 23 Contract Lead Jobs in the South West

Project Lead Engineer Bristol and Andover travel to these 2 days a week. SC Cleared candidates. Responsibilities Provide engineering leadership and oversight across engineering disciplines being delivered by another supplier. Support the programme Chief Engineer in developing the required standards and governance for the programme Work closely with the programme integration office Chief Architect and Engineer to support the creation … of standards and governance structures for the ISTAR portfolio and the programme. Support and lead the design, integration, and testing of the programmes solution ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Ensure all engineering designs meet operational, technical, and regulatory requirements. Act as the working level technical interface between the supplier and internal Defence Digital and Army teams, senior stakeholders, and external … project outcomes. Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the supplier engineering teams. Ability to travel to customer sites 1-2 days per week Experience Experience in lead engineer roles within Defence, Aerospace, or similarly complex environments. Proven track record of delivering large-scale, mission-critical systems in secure environments. Familiarity with defence-specific standards and frameworks, such More ❯

Role: AI Lead Location: London, UK Hybrid: 3 days a week from office JD: AI Lead to drive the development and deployment of next-generation agentic AI solutions using Azure OpenAI GPT-5, LangGraph frameworks, and intelligent document processing. Lead technical workstreams in building production-ready AI systems for financial automation with hands-on development approach. Required Qualifications 10+ years … LangGraph and LangMem frameworks Build intelligent document processing pipelines using LlamaParse and Azure Document Intelligence Implement advanced RAG systems with text-embedding-3-large and Azure DB for Postgres Lead hands-on development using Claude Code for rapid agentic workflow creation Establish AI observability and monitoring using Arize Phoenix and Azure AI Foundry Fine-tune and optimize Azure OpenAI GPT More ❯

Software Technical Lead Rate: £500 - £600 a day Location: Bristol hybrid one day every other week Duration : 6 months initially Clearance: SC Clearance required You will join a global IT consultancy delivering digital transformation to a public sector body. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for actively supporting and guiding the team of seven through complex technical challenges. More ❯

Software Technical Lead Rate: 500 - 600 a day Location: Bristol hybrid one day every other week Duration : 6 months initially Clearance: SC Clearance required You will join a global IT consultancy delivering digital transformation to a public sector body. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for actively supporting and guiding the team of seven through complex technical challenges. More ❯

Hands-On Microsoft CAF Lead - 3 Days On-Site, London - £600/day, Outside IR35 Seeking a hands-on Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) Lead to deliver enterprise-scale landing zones for a regulated industry client. Lead a junior team, set standards, and ensure compliance. Responsibilities Deliver CAF enterprise-scale landing zones Set engineering standards, patterns, and guardrails Hands-on … technical leadership and mentoring Ensure compliance and audit readiness Requirements Proven delivery of Microsoft CAF landing zones Hands-on engineering leader Experience in regulated industries (finance, banking, insurance) Skills Terraform, CI/CD, Kubernetes Profile Pragmatic, execution-focused, resilient - a doer, not just a strategist More ❯

Interim Power Platform Lead Contract length: 6 months Rate: £500/day (Inside) Location: Greater London area Working arrangement: once a week Want to lead a shift from legacy data systems into MS Power Platforms within the public sector? Or have experience in MS Power Platforms and looking for your next interim assignment? We need a decisive expert to optimise … autonomy and use modern platforms in an agile setting. This is a high-impact contract designed for a professional ready to deliver excellence fast. If you are ready to lead this critical change, apply today. Shortlisting begins immediately. More ❯

Interim Power Platform Lead Contract length: 6 months Rate: 500/day (Inside) Location: Greater London area Working arrangement: once a week Want to lead a shift from legacy data systems into MS Power Platforms within the public sector? Or have experience in MS Power Platforms and looking for your next interim assignment? We need a decisive expert to optimise … autonomy and use modern platforms in an agile setting. This is a high-impact contract designed for a professional ready to deliver excellence fast. If you are ready to lead this critical change, apply today. Shortlisting begins immediately. More ❯

IT Administrator Team Lead About the roleAs an Administrator with expertise in IT Support Team Lead, you will collaborate with our client's department. You will be responsible for Warehouse Operations. Our client is currently looking for a recruit in joining their current team, below are the job details for your reference:You can also ask our friendly recruitment team … for any questions you may have about the role, between 09.00am till 17.00pm Monday to Friday. Job Description:Team Leader - OFS West areaWe have a requirement for an OFS Team Leader based in Bristol, delivering services for a large public sector customer. The role will be on a fixed term contract for an initial 6-month period with likely extension.The … successful candidate will have a track record of leading IT services teams, achieving KPIs and SLAs and managing service improvements resulting in a first-class customer experience. Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 5-7 engineers to deliver the required contractually compliant service to the customer(s) Lead Daily calls with support team to ensure issues are identified and More ❯

Lead PMO, DV Cleared I am currently on the looking for a Lead PMO to manage the Project Management Office across complex, multi disciplinary defence programmes. You will sure robust governance, regulatory compliance and delivery excellence across classified projects, enabling the organisation to meet customer requirements Rate - £450.00 per day to overall assignment rate of umbrella Location - Wiltshire - three days More ❯

HCM Experts - 18 month FTC 37 hours per week flexi time Remote We are looking to recruit a candidate with extensive Oracle Cloud HCM experience? We're seeking a Lead Business Systems Development officer who can leverage their technical Oracle expertise in a strategic business role. What makes this opportunity brilliant: Lead system optimisation and configuration projects Bridge technical expertise More ❯

Job Title: Telecommunications Operators Engagement Lead – DV Location : Hybrid/London – 1 days a week on site Contract Duration : 12 Months initially Daily Rate: £790/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV Minimum requirement: Proven experience of working with Telecommunication Operators, law enforcement, intelligence agencies, working with sensitive capabilities and a thorough understanding of the Investigatory … ongoing capabilities, all within a technically complex and highly regulated environment shaped by the Investigatory Powers Act and related legislative frameworks. Requirement for the role: The Telecommunication Operators Engagement Lead is responsible for building and sustaining strong partnerships with telecommunications providers to support the operational needs of law enforcement agencies and the intelligence community. This position requires specialised knowledge of … telecommunications infrastructure and the capability to lead technical and transformational change. The Engagement Lead will oversee strategic TO work initiatives, the roll-out of new and emerging capabilities across telecommunication operators, and business as usual activities, ensuring secure and compliant access to communications data while adhering to relevant legislative frameworks such as the Investigatory Powers Act. The role covers managing More ❯

the Role Play a key role in driving the growth and success of TalentPredix, an innovative consultancy in strengths and talent assessment, development, and coaching. In this role, youll lead both the sales and customer support functions building strong client relationships, securing new business, and ensuring outstanding service at every stage. What Success Looks Like You consistently generate and convert … update client records in CRM system (Zoho), ensuring accuracy and data integrity. Collaborate closely with marketing to align promotional campaigns and materials with sales objectives. Track and report on lead generation activities to support continuous improvement of the sales pipeline. 2. Operational & Customer Support Provide customer and system support, handling general and technical queries with prompt, effective, and friendly responses. More ❯

Role Title: Senior QA Lead Duration: contract to run until 31/03/2026 Location: Bristol, hybrid 1 day per month onsite Rate: up to £552 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Sole UK National (No Dual Nationalities) with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary This is an opportunity to join the team as a senior … on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with More ❯

Role Title: Senior QA Lead Duration: contract to run until 31/03/2026 Location: Bristol, hybrid 1 day per month onsite Rate: up to 552 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Sole UK National (No Dual Nationalities) with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary This is an opportunity to join the team as a senior … on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with More ❯

Role Title: Senior QA Lead Duration: contract to run until 31/03/2026 Location: Bristol, hybrid 1 day per month onsite Rate: up to £552 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Sole UK National (No Dual Nationalities) with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary This is an opportunity to join the team as a senior … on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with More ❯

Lead Test Engineer - Hydraulics Bristol 12 month contract - inside IR35 Yolk Recruitment is partnered with a well-established engineering business to recruit a Lead Test Engineer/Test Manager for a 12 month contract. This is a hands-on lead role where you'll manage a small team of engineers and technicians, oversee test and development projects, and ensure the More ❯

Overview Are you a detail-driven recruitment professional ready to take the next step in your career? At Expleo UK, we're seeking a proactive Team Lead - Recruitment Administration to drive excellence in contractor onboarding, compliance and internal recruitment operations. This is your chance to lead a high-impact team, streamline processes, and make a real difference in how we … hire and onboard talent. Responsibilities Lead and mentor a small offshore recruitment admin team Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle for UK-based contractors (PSC, umbrella, and TWC) Manage high volumes of contract administration using internal systems Liaise with hiring managers to chase approvals and ensure timely processing Maintain recruitment systems and internal databases with accuracy Support IR35 compliance through More ❯

Overview Are you a detail-driven recruitment professional ready to take the next step in your career? At Expleo UK, we're seeking a proactive Team Lead - Recruitment Administration to drive excellence in contractor onboarding, compliance and internal recruitment operations. This is your chance to lead a high-impact team, streamline processes, and make a real difference in how we … hire and onboard talent. Responsibilities Lead and mentor a small offshore recruitment admin team Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle for UK-based contractors (PSC, umbrella, and TWC) Manage high volumes of contract administration using internal systems Liaise with hiring managers to chase approvals and ensure timely processing Maintain recruitment systems and internal databases with accuracy Support IR35 compliance through More ❯

QA Lead - SC Cleared MOD Project + 6 month initial contract + Based out of Bristol with some remote work + £500 to £530 per day - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + QA Lead + Execute QA strategies + Test Automation - Selenium Project Background The incumbent tool used by the client predicts the availability of assets depending on the parameters inputted. … on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with More ❯

QA Lead - SC Cleared MOD Project + 6 month initial contract + Based out of Bristol with some remote work + 500 to 530 per day - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + QA Lead + Execute QA strategies + Test Automation - Selenium Project Background The incumbent tool used by the client predicts the availability of assets depending on the parameters inputted. … on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with More ❯

Job summary In this Senior Clinical Lead role, you will join a varied team of clinicians from different professions, working on products and services across NHS England's Transformation Directorate. You will play a key role in shaping the safe delivery of national programmes to provide clear benefits for citizens and patients, and support clinicians to provide better care. Our … Senior Clinical lead provide the framework and direction for our Clinical Informaticians working across programmes and involved in large scale change, as well as providing a key clinical voice to programme teams within Transformation Directorate. The post holder(s) will support internal clinical safety and assurance activities and provide oversight of the clinical aspects of programmes and projects within Transformation … Directorate, deputising for the Senior Clinical Lead across a range of functions. Candidates are required to be registered and regulated health or care professional with high level specialist knowledge and trained Clinical Safety Officers (CSOs). Main duties of the job In this role, you will be required to have regular contact with internal and external stakeholders and will often More ❯

Lead Test Engineer - Hydraulics Bristol 12 month contract - inside IR35 Yolk Recruitment is partnered with a well-established engineering business to recruit a Lead Test Engineer/Test Manager for a 12 month contract. This is a hands-on lead role where you'll manage a small team of engineers and technicians, oversee test and development projects, and ensure the More ❯

Change/Transformation/Programme Communications Lead Key Details: Well-known Financial Services Brand 6 months initially, likely to go on for longer Tech Migration Project Late October/Early November Start - Full time contract Central Bristol 2 days per week Circa £475 - £525 a day Outside but happy to have conversations and not rule anyone out Looking for someone More ❯