Sanderson Government and Defence

UX Designer | £510 per Day (Inside IR35) Location: Remote within the UK, with travel as required by the project Rate: £510 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Initial 12-month contract Clearance: BPSS Eligible Eligibility: Must be a UK National with a minimum of 5 years UK residency The Opportunity We're seeking an experienced UX Designer to join a confidential public sector digital transformation programme focused on modernising critical citizen-facing services and replacing Legacy technology with scalable, user-centred digital solutions. Working within a multidisciplinary agile team, you'll engage with stakeholders to understand current experiences, map complex journeys, and identify opportunities to improve end-to-end services. You'll play a key role in creating intuitive, accessible experiences that meet user needs while supporting organisational and technical objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the future design of services used by millions of users across the UK. Key Responsibilities Engage with stakeholders to understand current service experiences and business challenges Create user journey maps, service blueprints and experience maps Identify pain points, opportunities and areas for service improvement Apply systems thinking to understand and connect complex service interactions Facilitate workshops, design activities and stakeholder engagement sessions Support the development of wireframes, prototypes and interaction designs Collaborate with user researchers to understand user needs, behaviours and motivations Work closely with product, delivery and technical teams to shape user-centred solutions Contribute to design thinking activities throughout the project life cycle Ensure designs align with accessibility and usability best practices Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a UX Designer within large-scale digital transformation programmes Strong understanding of User-Centred Design (UCD) principles and methodologies Experience producing journey maps, service blueprints and user flows Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills Experience working within agile multidisciplinary teams Ability to translate research findings into actionable design decisions Experience creating wireframes, prototypes and interaction designs Strong systems-thinking approach with the ability to connect experiences across multiple touchpoints Excellent communication and collaboration skills Desirable Experience Experience working on complex public sector programmes Familiarity with large-scale Legacy system modernisation initiatives Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design Experience supporting digital service transformation programmes Knowledge of design thinking frameworks and service design methodologies Candidate Requirements UK National Minimum 5 years continuous UK residency BPSS Eligible Available for occasional travel within the UK as required To Apply Please submit: An up-to-date CV A portfolio showcasing relevant UX design work, including journey maps, service blueprints, wireframes, prototypes and user-centred design outcomes Availability and day rate expectation If you're an experienced UX Designer with strong UCD, journey mapping, service blueprinting, prototyping and stakeholder engagement experience, we'd love to hear from you for this exciting confidential transformation programme. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Interoperability Product Owner/Product Manager Overview We are working with a specialist technology organisation seeking an experienced Interoperability Product Owner/Product Manager to lead the development and delivery of a portfolio of interoperability products and services. This role offers the opportunity to shape product strategy, work closely with customers and internal stakeholders and drive the successful delivery of innovative technology solutions in complex and security-conscious environments. The Role As a hybrid Product Owner and Product Manager, you will be responsible for defining product direction, managing priorities and ensuring successful delivery across a portfolio of products, services and customer-facing programmes. You will work closely with technical leaders, delivery teams and customers to translate strategic objectives and high-level requirements into actionable backlogs, release plans and product roadmaps. Key Responsibilities Support the refinement and execution of the organisation's interoperability strategy Capture and define customer, project and business requirements Translate high-level requirements into detailed deliverables, timelines and goals for engineering teams Work closely with technical and delivery teams to prioritise and manage product backlogs Develop, communicate and maintain product goals and roadmap priorities Plan and oversee product releases, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder engagement Coordinate all aspects of the release process, including documentation, implementation and deployment activities Monitor relevant third-party technology developments and assess their impact Maintain appropriate product documentation and portfolio records Develop customer-specific backlogs where required Create and refine value propositions across software, services and managed service offerings Collaborate with marketing teams to support product awareness and go-to-market activities Produce and contribute to product collateral, use cases and market-facing content Gather customer feedback and market insight to inform product decisions and prioritisation Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify opportunities and emerging trends Facilitate estimation activities with engineering teams to support effective planning and delivery Present products and services to customers, demonstrating benefits, use cases and future direction Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have: Experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner or hybrid Product professional within Defence, Government or National Security environments Knowledge of interoperability, systems integration or secure information exchange environments A strong blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills Experience working with both technical and senior business stakeholders Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building abilities The ability to manage competing priorities and drive successful product outcomes Current Security Check (SC) clearance or the ability to obtain clearance What Success Looks Like Successful delivery of interoperability products and services Effective delivery of customer-facing programmes and projects Strong engagement and collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders Clear alignment between product development, customer needs and business objectives Working Arrangements This is a Full time position working 37 hours per week. The role offers flexibility in location, with occasional travel required to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to influence strategic product direction, work on complex technology challenges and play a key role in delivering solutions that support critical customer requirements. You will join a collaborative environment where innovation, stakeholder engagement and product excellence are highly valued. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Database Administrator Hybrid - 2 days on-site in Telford £400-£450 inside IR35 Requires Active SC Clearance used within a government agency Role Summary As a Database Administrator (DBA) , you will be responsible for the administration, security, performance, and availability of the organisation's database services. You will ensure that data is managed effectively, remains secure and accessible, and supports the delivery of critical public services. Working with technical teams and stakeholders across the organisation, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of database solutions, ensuring compliance with government security and data management standards. Key Responsibilities Database Administration Install, configure, maintain, and support database management systems. Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity, taking proactive action to resolve issues. Perform routine maintenance, patching, backup, and recovery activities. Ensure databases are resilient, reliable, and fit for operational needs. Security and Compliance Implement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive and official data. Manage user access, permissions, and authentication processes. Support audits and ensure compliance with organisational policies, data protection legislation, and security standards. Database Design and Optimisation Support the design, development, and implementation of database solutions. Optimise database performance through tuning, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Promote data standards, integrity, and good governance practices. Support and Collaboration Work closely with development, infrastructure, and support teams to deliver effective database services. Provide technical advice and support to users and stakeholders. Maintain accurate technical documentation and operational procedures. Keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practice. Essential Skills and Experience Experience administering enterprise database platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL . Knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, high availability, and performance management. Experience troubleshooting and resolving database-related incidents and problems. Understanding of data governance, information security, and compliance requirements. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Desirable Experience working within a government, public sector, or regulated environment. Knowledge of cloud database technologies and services. Relevant professional certifications, such as Microsoft, Oracle, or PostgreSQL database certifications. Key Outcomes Secure, reliable, and high-performing database services. Effective management of organisational data assets. Compliance with security, governance, and operational standards. Continuous improvement of database performance, resilience, and user experience. To learn more, please do reach out to Jess Walrond at Sanderson Government and Defence at (see below) Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

SC Cleared Content Designer Active SC Clearance Required | Up to £450 per day | Outside IR35 | Predominantly Remote We're recruiting for an experienced SC Cleared Content Designer to join a major Central Government digital programme. This is an exciting opportunity to help design and deliver accessible, user-centred services that meet citizen needs while adhering to GDS standards and GOV.UK best practice. The Role Working within a multidisciplinary agile team, you'll be responsible for creating, testing and iterating content across complex government services. You'll collaborate closely with User Researchers, Service Designers, Interaction Designers, Business Analysts and key stakeholders to ensure content is evidence-based, accessible and aligned to user needs. Essential Requirements Active SC Clearance is mandatory and must be in place before engagement Proven experience as a Content Designer within Central Government Strong knowledge and practical experience of GDS Service Standard Experience designing content for GOV.UK services Excellent content design, content strategy and information architecture skills Strong understanding of accessibility standards, including WCAG Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to confidently engage with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts Experience using research and data to inform content decisions Desirable Experience Experience working on large-scale digital transformation programmes Previous involvement in GDS assessments Experience mentoring or supporting junior Content Designers Contract Details Role: SC Cleared Content Designer Location: Predominantly Remote Rate: Up to £450 per day Status: Outside IR35 Duration: Initial 6 months with extension potential Start Date: ASAP Apply Now If you're a Content Designer with active SC Clearance , proven GDS experience , and a strong background delivering content for Central Government digital services , we'd like to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful public services while working predominantly remotely on a long-term programme. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.