Cost Manager, Cost Management Specialist from a Construction or Engineering background with NEC experience, is required by our client based in London. 6 month initial contract -Please quote daily rates:(umbrella company) Hybrid working-2 to 3 days a week on site To lead, operate and manage the Cost function for a large scale, high profile construction programme. Essential Skills and Experience Demonstrable experience of programme and project cost management in engineering or construction industry Knowledge of cost management processes and procedures Ability to communicate cost information to peers, managers,client in a way that is understood by all, especially those with limited knowledge of project controls Working knowledge of relevant project/programme cost management systems Qualified to degree level in Project Management, Construction or Engineering or relevant experience Proficient in CostX software Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) Experience working with NEC contracts Desirable Membership of the Association for Project Management, Project Management Institute or similar Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Act as a focal point for cost information, insight, and advice for the programme, ensuring professional relationships are developed and maintained with the programme team, supply chain and other Projects. Own the programme cost baseline and maintain alignment across its associated components of requirements, scope, risk, schedule, and assumptions. Manage requests for information and analysis such as variance analysis against business case and programme baselines Manage baseline cost models and alignment with other Parliamentary projects. Manage the assurance of all cost data provided to the programme and providing support to quality and assurance team. Maintain a fully co-ordinated and compliant cost model for the programme. Develop costed packages of work that align with Final Business Case or other governance arrangements and responsible for inputs and support finance team in medium term planning Manage the interface between the programme cost and procurement of future partners and the delivery strategy. Maintain suitable procedures for effective cost management on the programme, developing an approach suitable for the effective delivery of a major programme. Act as subject matter expert, defining reporting requirements for future partners to support programme cost management Ensure integrated working with Programme Definition Team to achieve alignment with the Task Briefs from the Client Team.
02/12/2025
Contractor
Cost Manager, Cost Management Specialist from a Construction or Engineering background with NEC experience, is required by our client based in London. 6 month initial contract -Please quote daily rates:(umbrella company) Hybrid working-2 to 3 days a week on site To lead, operate and manage the Cost function for a large scale, high profile construction programme. Essential Skills and Experience Demonstrable experience of programme and project cost management in engineering or construction industry Knowledge of cost management processes and procedures Ability to communicate cost information to peers, managers,client in a way that is understood by all, especially those with limited knowledge of project controls Working knowledge of relevant project/programme cost management systems Qualified to degree level in Project Management, Construction or Engineering or relevant experience Proficient in CostX software Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) Experience working with NEC contracts Desirable Membership of the Association for Project Management, Project Management Institute or similar Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Act as a focal point for cost information, insight, and advice for the programme, ensuring professional relationships are developed and maintained with the programme team, supply chain and other Projects. Own the programme cost baseline and maintain alignment across its associated components of requirements, scope, risk, schedule, and assumptions. Manage requests for information and analysis such as variance analysis against business case and programme baselines Manage baseline cost models and alignment with other Parliamentary projects. Manage the assurance of all cost data provided to the programme and providing support to quality and assurance team. Maintain a fully co-ordinated and compliant cost model for the programme. Develop costed packages of work that align with Final Business Case or other governance arrangements and responsible for inputs and support finance team in medium term planning Manage the interface between the programme cost and procurement of future partners and the delivery strategy. Maintain suitable procedures for effective cost management on the programme, developing an approach suitable for the effective delivery of a major programme. Act as subject matter expert, defining reporting requirements for future partners to support programme cost management Ensure integrated working with Programme Definition Team to achieve alignment with the Task Briefs from the Client Team.
Linux Engineer, SC or DV Security Cleared required by our government client based Milton Keynes. Commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London. 560 per day Umbrella As you will support a secret classification customer service with a high dependency on system access from site, this role will require 5 days onsite working per week. Working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Experience: -Experience in a high-pressured, fast-paced team Technologies Required: -Linux/Ubuntu/Debian/Red Hat -SAN/backup Storage -OS Installation and Maintenance for Linux Platforms -VMware platform experience -Apache/NBINX Server Installation -AWS -Shell Scripting -TCP/IP Network Knowledge - Agile ITIL Foundation level/relevant experience -Practitioner level knowledge of hardware, software and systems being supported -Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment Skills: -Programming and build -Systems operations -Problem-solving -Analyse, interrogate and evaluate data -Draft/author professional/technical documents -Interpret professional/technical documents -Problem management -Incident management -Change and release management BAU On-Call Working practices A flat fee is payable for completing an on-call shift of 50 for a 12 hour weekday shift (7pm 7am) and 100 paid for a 24 hour weekend or bank holiday shift (7.00am 7.00am) whether the individual is called upon or not. If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you! - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Contractor
Linux Engineer, SC or DV Security Cleared required by our government client based Milton Keynes. Commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London. 560 per day Umbrella As you will support a secret classification customer service with a high dependency on system access from site, this role will require 5 days onsite working per week. Working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Experience: -Experience in a high-pressured, fast-paced team Technologies Required: -Linux/Ubuntu/Debian/Red Hat -SAN/backup Storage -OS Installation and Maintenance for Linux Platforms -VMware platform experience -Apache/NBINX Server Installation -AWS -Shell Scripting -TCP/IP Network Knowledge - Agile ITIL Foundation level/relevant experience -Practitioner level knowledge of hardware, software and systems being supported -Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment Skills: -Programming and build -Systems operations -Problem-solving -Analyse, interrogate and evaluate data -Draft/author professional/technical documents -Interpret professional/technical documents -Problem management -Incident management -Change and release management BAU On-Call Working practices A flat fee is payable for completing an on-call shift of 50 for a 12 hour weekday shift (7pm 7am) and 100 paid for a 24 hour weekend or bank holiday shift (7.00am 7.00am) whether the individual is called upon or not. If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you! - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Determine technical compliance provide cost estimates for the project, product or service. Researching the prices of the various components involved, acquiring the relevant quotes from vendors and contractors in addition to calculating internal processing costs. Support the Commercial Engineering teams with proposals, understanding the customer's specifications and calculating the final budget for the project, product or service. Primary Responsibilities Obtain and understand the customers requirements, removing all ambiguity via written or verbal communications Read, analyse and understand customer technical drawings and specification documents Lead complex quote processes with Commercial and Engineering teams, along with Purchasing our suppliers Build and present our technical and cost proposals to the commercial team (and customers where necessary) in a clear and concise manner Upon order receipt, clearly communicate the planned route to Engineering Manufacturing departments to allow for a smooth transition for order execution Drive the correct 8020 assessment of opportunities and plan workload accordingly Respond to customers and co-workers in a timely and professional manner Communicate company and product values to prospective customers via formal and informal presentations, meetings and communications Identify competitors strengths and weaknesses Attend trade shows or appropriate events to gain a broader insight on industry trends, players and technology drivers SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Full time
Determine technical compliance provide cost estimates for the project, product or service. Researching the prices of the various components involved, acquiring the relevant quotes from vendors and contractors in addition to calculating internal processing costs. Support the Commercial Engineering teams with proposals, understanding the customer's specifications and calculating the final budget for the project, product or service. Primary Responsibilities Obtain and understand the customers requirements, removing all ambiguity via written or verbal communications Read, analyse and understand customer technical drawings and specification documents Lead complex quote processes with Commercial and Engineering teams, along with Purchasing our suppliers Build and present our technical and cost proposals to the commercial team (and customers where necessary) in a clear and concise manner Upon order receipt, clearly communicate the planned route to Engineering Manufacturing departments to allow for a smooth transition for order execution Drive the correct 8020 assessment of opportunities and plan workload accordingly Respond to customers and co-workers in a timely and professional manner Communicate company and product values to prospective customers via formal and informal presentations, meetings and communications Identify competitors strengths and weaknesses Attend trade shows or appropriate events to gain a broader insight on industry trends, players and technology drivers SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Theyre on the hunt for an ambitious, driven SDR to introduce businesses to SaaS technology that's tailored to simplify the demands of business work life. You'll need to be a self-starter, passionate, driven and determined to succeed and very target focused! Our client has offices across Europe, with 11 companies in their group. They are growing and going from strength to strength. The effort each employee puts in is celebrated and rewarded, they want you to be proud of the work you do and of the company you work for. If this sounds like the sort of company you ' ve been looking for, read on! Key Responsibilities ? Proactively reach out to prospects through cold calling, email, and LinkedIn outreach ? Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities ? Build and manage a strong pipeline of leads and nurture them through the early stages of the sales funnel ? Book discovery meetings and demos for the team ? Research target accounts to understand their business needs and pain points ? Collaborate with marketing to align messaging and campaign feedback ? Maintain accurate records in the CRM and track key metrics What Were Looking For ? 1-2 year of experience in a similar SDR or sales-focused role ? Ideal candidate will have a B2B SaaS background, ideally aligned to trades and/or engineering ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Highly motivated, coachable, and results-oriented ? Confident with cold outreach and rejection ? Strong organisational and time management skills ? Experience using CRM tools (eg HubSpot and Apollo) is a plus What's In It for You ? Competitive salary up to 40,000 + uncapped commission/bonus structure ? Clear path for career progression into Account Executive or other commercial roles ? Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team culture ? Ongoing training, mentoring, and development If You're ambitious, curious about technology, and ready to carry on build a rewarding career in sales, we would love to hear from you. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Full time
Theyre on the hunt for an ambitious, driven SDR to introduce businesses to SaaS technology that's tailored to simplify the demands of business work life. You'll need to be a self-starter, passionate, driven and determined to succeed and very target focused! Our client has offices across Europe, with 11 companies in their group. They are growing and going from strength to strength. The effort each employee puts in is celebrated and rewarded, they want you to be proud of the work you do and of the company you work for. If this sounds like the sort of company you ' ve been looking for, read on! Key Responsibilities ? Proactively reach out to prospects through cold calling, email, and LinkedIn outreach ? Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities ? Build and manage a strong pipeline of leads and nurture them through the early stages of the sales funnel ? Book discovery meetings and demos for the team ? Research target accounts to understand their business needs and pain points ? Collaborate with marketing to align messaging and campaign feedback ? Maintain accurate records in the CRM and track key metrics What Were Looking For ? 1-2 year of experience in a similar SDR or sales-focused role ? Ideal candidate will have a B2B SaaS background, ideally aligned to trades and/or engineering ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Highly motivated, coachable, and results-oriented ? Confident with cold outreach and rejection ? Strong organisational and time management skills ? Experience using CRM tools (eg HubSpot and Apollo) is a plus What's In It for You ? Competitive salary up to 40,000 + uncapped commission/bonus structure ? Clear path for career progression into Account Executive or other commercial roles ? Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team culture ? Ongoing training, mentoring, and development If You're ambitious, curious about technology, and ready to carry on build a rewarding career in sales, we would love to hear from you. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Principal Technology Contract Manager One of our government clients is recruiting for a Principal Technology Contract Manager to join them on a 12 month fixed term contract (FTC). They are offering 59,200 per annum. As a Principal Technology Contract Manager, you will manage complex technology contracts and commercial agreements and support the negotiation and drafting of new contract requirements ensuring that the organisation's commercial interests and risk are appropriately managed throughout all stages of the contract life cycle. This role will serve as a key interface between the business, suppliers, and legal teams. This role requires a BPSS. Experience: - Significant experience managing commercial contracts in the technology sector - Strong understanding of key technology contract types: software licensing, SaaS, cloud, data protection, intellectual property, managed services, and procurement agreements - Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels and familiarity with working in fast-paced, dynamic, or matrixed organisations. - Sound commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk and reward with familiarity of procurement legislation. - Clear and pragmatic communication skills, both written and verbal as well as a methodical, analytical, and detail-oriented approach to tasks. - Strong organisational skills; able to manage competing deadlines and priorities. - Contract management certification (eg IACCM/WorldCC/CIPS) - Experience working in or with public sector or regulated environments - Experience in contract management of AI, Digital Forensics and/or eDiscovery products If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you! SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Principal Technology Contract Manager One of our government clients is recruiting for a Principal Technology Contract Manager to join them on a 12 month fixed term contract (FTC). They are offering 59,200 per annum. As a Principal Technology Contract Manager, you will manage complex technology contracts and commercial agreements and support the negotiation and drafting of new contract requirements ensuring that the organisation's commercial interests and risk are appropriately managed throughout all stages of the contract life cycle. This role will serve as a key interface between the business, suppliers, and legal teams. This role requires a BPSS. Experience: - Significant experience managing commercial contracts in the technology sector - Strong understanding of key technology contract types: software licensing, SaaS, cloud, data protection, intellectual property, managed services, and procurement agreements - Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels and familiarity with working in fast-paced, dynamic, or matrixed organisations. - Sound commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk and reward with familiarity of procurement legislation. - Clear and pragmatic communication skills, both written and verbal as well as a methodical, analytical, and detail-oriented approach to tasks. - Strong organisational skills; able to manage competing deadlines and priorities. - Contract management certification (eg IACCM/WorldCC/CIPS) - Experience working in or with public sector or regulated environments - Experience in contract management of AI, Digital Forensics and/or eDiscovery products If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you! SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Theyre on the hunt for an ambitious, driven SDR to introduce businesses to SaaS technology that's tailored to simplify the demands of business work life. You'll need to be a self-starter, passionate, driven and determined to succeed and very target focused! Our client has offices across Europe, with 11 companies in their group. They are growing and going from strength to strength. The effort each employee puts in is celebrated and rewarded - they want you to be proud of the work you do and of the company you work for. If this sounds like the sort of company you've been looking for, read on! Key Responsibilities ? Proactively reach out to prospects through cold calling, email, and LinkedIn outreach ? Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities ? Build and manage a strong pipeline of leads and nurture them through the early stages of the sales funnel ? Book discovery meetings and demos for the team ? Research target accounts to understand their business needs and pain points ? Collaborate with marketing to align messaging and campaign feedback ? Maintain accurate records in the CRM and track key metrics What Were Looking For ? 1-2 year of experience in a similar SDR or sales-focused role ? Ideal candidate will have a B2B SaaS background, ideally aligned to trades and/or engineering ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Highly motivated, coachable, and results-oriented ? Confident with cold outreach and rejection ? Strong organisational and time management skills ? Experience using CRM tools (eg HubSpot and Apollo) is a plus What's In It for You ? Competitive salary up to 40,000 + uncapped commission/bonus structure ? Clear path for career progression into Account Executive or other commercial roles ? Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team culture ? Ongoing training, mentoring, and development If You're ambitious, curious about technology, and ready to carry on build a rewarding career in sales, we would love to hear from you. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Full time
Theyre on the hunt for an ambitious, driven SDR to introduce businesses to SaaS technology that's tailored to simplify the demands of business work life. You'll need to be a self-starter, passionate, driven and determined to succeed and very target focused! Our client has offices across Europe, with 11 companies in their group. They are growing and going from strength to strength. The effort each employee puts in is celebrated and rewarded - they want you to be proud of the work you do and of the company you work for. If this sounds like the sort of company you've been looking for, read on! Key Responsibilities ? Proactively reach out to prospects through cold calling, email, and LinkedIn outreach ? Qualify inbound leads and identify potential opportunities ? Build and manage a strong pipeline of leads and nurture them through the early stages of the sales funnel ? Book discovery meetings and demos for the team ? Research target accounts to understand their business needs and pain points ? Collaborate with marketing to align messaging and campaign feedback ? Maintain accurate records in the CRM and track key metrics What Were Looking For ? 1-2 year of experience in a similar SDR or sales-focused role ? Ideal candidate will have a B2B SaaS background, ideally aligned to trades and/or engineering ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Highly motivated, coachable, and results-oriented ? Confident with cold outreach and rejection ? Strong organisational and time management skills ? Experience using CRM tools (eg HubSpot and Apollo) is a plus What's In It for You ? Competitive salary up to 40,000 + uncapped commission/bonus structure ? Clear path for career progression into Account Executive or other commercial roles ? Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team culture ? Ongoing training, mentoring, and development If You're ambitious, curious about technology, and ready to carry on build a rewarding career in sales, we would love to hear from you. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
DV CLEARED DEVELOPER ROLES - FULL ONSITE REQUIREMENT IN LONDON OR MILTON KEYNES - RATE £550 TO £650 INSIDE IR35 DOE - DURATION 12 MONTHS These roles require someone on site 5 days per week in either Milton Keynes or London or 50/50 on each site Due to the nature of this role the client do require full valid DV Clearance only SmartSourcing Ltd is seeking skilled Developers with expertise in Python and JSON where you will be working on a government programme based in London/Milton Keynes. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact systems in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. Skills - Python JSON If this role is for you please apply online today! SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/12/2025
Contractor
DV CLEARED DEVELOPER ROLES - FULL ONSITE REQUIREMENT IN LONDON OR MILTON KEYNES - RATE £550 TO £650 INSIDE IR35 DOE - DURATION 12 MONTHS These roles require someone on site 5 days per week in either Milton Keynes or London or 50/50 on each site Due to the nature of this role the client do require full valid DV Clearance only SmartSourcing Ltd is seeking skilled Developers with expertise in Python and JSON where you will be working on a government programme based in London/Milton Keynes. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact systems in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. Skills - Python JSON If this role is for you please apply online today! SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Linux Redhat Infrastructure Engineers/System Administrators, Linux Infrastructure Specialists, DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, are required by our client based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, West Country, South West. (commutable from the Midlands). 12 month contract with possibility of extension. Daily Rate up to 700 a day-umbrella (dependent upon experience). Working in a DV Security Cleared environment, You, must hold a current DV clearance due to the urgency of the role or be eligible. As the Linux SME, you will offer experience of the following: RedHat Satellite MongoDb Docker Splunk Networking Ace As the Linux Infrastructure Specialist, You'll help design, build and maintain secure, scalable Linux infrastructure in high-assurance environments. Your work will span both physical and virtual platforms and You'll play a key role in ensuring systems are stable, secure, and up to date. Key responsibilities: Managing and supporting RedHat Linux systems (v6 v7) Developing Shell Scripts in Linux/UNIX environments Working with AWS (EC2, S3, CloudWatch) Leveraging Kubernetes and Terraform for orchestration and IaC Handling disk/volume management (LVM, RAID), and maintaining Dell server hardware (BIOS, iDRAC, cabling) Solid hands-on experience with RedHat Linux (certification not essential) Shell Scripting capability (Bash, KornShell, etc.) Cloud exposure - AWS preferred Infrastructure-as-Code skills - Terraform, Kubernetes Understanding of RAID levels, storage management and LVM Experience working with server racks and Dell hardware SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
25/11/2025
Contractor
Linux Redhat Infrastructure Engineers/System Administrators, Linux Infrastructure Specialists, DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, are required by our client based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, West Country, South West. (commutable from the Midlands). 12 month contract with possibility of extension. Daily Rate up to 700 a day-umbrella (dependent upon experience). Working in a DV Security Cleared environment, You, must hold a current DV clearance due to the urgency of the role or be eligible. As the Linux SME, you will offer experience of the following: RedHat Satellite MongoDb Docker Splunk Networking Ace As the Linux Infrastructure Specialist, You'll help design, build and maintain secure, scalable Linux infrastructure in high-assurance environments. Your work will span both physical and virtual platforms and You'll play a key role in ensuring systems are stable, secure, and up to date. Key responsibilities: Managing and supporting RedHat Linux systems (v6 v7) Developing Shell Scripts in Linux/UNIX environments Working with AWS (EC2, S3, CloudWatch) Leveraging Kubernetes and Terraform for orchestration and IaC Handling disk/volume management (LVM, RAID), and maintaining Dell server hardware (BIOS, iDRAC, cabling) Solid hands-on experience with RedHat Linux (certification not essential) Shell Scripting capability (Bash, KornShell, etc.) Cloud exposure - AWS preferred Infrastructure-as-Code skills - Terraform, Kubernetes Understanding of RAID levels, storage management and LVM Experience working with server racks and Dell hardware SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
06/10/2025
Contractor
DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Content Writer - London (Hybrid) Contract Length: 6 months Day Rate: £600-650 (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site in London We're looking for a highly creative and articulate Content/Speech Writer to join our team on a six-month contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on transforming complex technical information into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. You'll be responsible for crafting speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, website copy, and digital articles that reflect the organisation's tone and values. Working closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts, you'll ensure consistency and clarity across all communications. Your work will span multiple platforms and formats, requiring a strong grasp of publishing tools and digital channels. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking, editorial precision, and storytelling flair. You'll be comfortable navigating high-level conversations, interpreting nuanced content, and collaborating with others to uphold quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact through words, shaping how the organisation communicates its vision and expertise. Required Skills and Experience Proven ability to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging language Experience writing speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, and digital content Strong editorial judgement and attention to tone, consistency, and style Familiarity with publishing tools and digital platforms Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines Creative mindset with a strategic approach to messaging and storytelling If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Application Deadline: Friday 10th October SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
06/10/2025
Contractor
Content Writer - London (Hybrid) Contract Length: 6 months Day Rate: £600-650 (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site in London We're looking for a highly creative and articulate Content/Speech Writer to join our team on a six-month contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on transforming complex technical information into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. You'll be responsible for crafting speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, website copy, and digital articles that reflect the organisation's tone and values. Working closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts, you'll ensure consistency and clarity across all communications. Your work will span multiple platforms and formats, requiring a strong grasp of publishing tools and digital channels. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking, editorial precision, and storytelling flair. You'll be comfortable navigating high-level conversations, interpreting nuanced content, and collaborating with others to uphold quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact through words, shaping how the organisation communicates its vision and expertise. Required Skills and Experience Proven ability to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging language Experience writing speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, and digital content Strong editorial judgement and attention to tone, consistency, and style Familiarity with publishing tools and digital platforms Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines Creative mindset with a strategic approach to messaging and storytelling If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Application Deadline: Friday 10th October SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Full Stack Senior Developer One of our clients is looking for an experienced Full Stack Senior Developer to join them for a 6 month contract. The role is inside IR35. Our client is based Leicester, London, or Winchester. This role will require 3 days per week onsite. This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Skills: Hands-on DevOps experience, including Containers, Kubernetes, SSL, and Infrastructure as Code Hands-on AWS experience, ideally with serverless technologies such as ECS and Lambda Strong JavaScript development experience AWS CloudFormation Cloud security knowledge Experience with Google Cloud VPNs, Cisco, and general networking protocol experience If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/10/2025
Contractor
Full Stack Senior Developer One of our clients is looking for an experienced Full Stack Senior Developer to join them for a 6 month contract. The role is inside IR35. Our client is based Leicester, London, or Winchester. This role will require 3 days per week onsite. This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Skills: Hands-on DevOps experience, including Containers, Kubernetes, SSL, and Infrastructure as Code Hands-on AWS experience, ideally with serverless technologies such as ECS and Lambda Strong JavaScript development experience AWS CloudFormation Cloud security knowledge Experience with Google Cloud VPNs, Cisco, and general networking protocol experience If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
*Nodejs Software Engineer/Nodejs Developer-Backend.* Hybrid working for 9 months. (NODEJS/CDN, Cloud, API, pair programming/BACKEND) 650 p/d INSIDE IR35 Locations- London, Manchester or Bristol - 2 days onsite DEADLINE 23/08 You will have the opportunity to work on a key piece of the UK government's digital infrastructure used by over 850 government services, processing tens of millions of pounds per week. The Node.js Software engineer/developer ideally will have a knowledge of Payment Cards Industry (PCI) security standards You will need: to demonstrate detailed knowledge of Java and/or NodeJS for Back End web development have experience with technologies used for cloud based web applications, such as databases, backups, CDNs and containerisation, and of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS understand software design principles and have an ability to apply them have proven experience with modern software development approaches such as automated testing, test driven development, continuous integration, pair programming, code review and version control understand of common web security risks such as OWASP Top 10, and the corresponding mitigations take responsibility for solving complex issues, drawing upon a broad knowledge of web technologies have experience working in a collaborative environment, and an understanding of the benefits of agile and multi-disciplinary approaches SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
18/08/2023
Contractor
*Nodejs Software Engineer/Nodejs Developer-Backend.* Hybrid working for 9 months. (NODEJS/CDN, Cloud, API, pair programming/BACKEND) 650 p/d INSIDE IR35 Locations- London, Manchester or Bristol - 2 days onsite DEADLINE 23/08 You will have the opportunity to work on a key piece of the UK government's digital infrastructure used by over 850 government services, processing tens of millions of pounds per week. The Node.js Software engineer/developer ideally will have a knowledge of Payment Cards Industry (PCI) security standards You will need: to demonstrate detailed knowledge of Java and/or NodeJS for Back End web development have experience with technologies used for cloud based web applications, such as databases, backups, CDNs and containerisation, and of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS understand software design principles and have an ability to apply them have proven experience with modern software development approaches such as automated testing, test driven development, continuous integration, pair programming, code review and version control understand of common web security risks such as OWASP Top 10, and the corresponding mitigations take responsibility for solving complex issues, drawing upon a broad knowledge of web technologies have experience working in a collaborative environment, and an understanding of the benefits of agile and multi-disciplinary approaches SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
HR DATA ANALYST (iTrent) starting salary 39,000, Hybrid/LondonSecurity Vetting (3 years UK residency) Our client is a well known public sector organisation that offers a unique and exciting place to work, right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, our client is made up of more than 3,000 employees. They provide professional services to their staff, and the wider community.This is an exciting opportunity to get involved with a leading public sector client and make a difference. Skills and Experience Required: Significant experience supporting relevant iTrent HR applications within a large organisation. Proven business analysis experience including process mapping, and requirements definition. Experience of leading on Database administration and understanding of data management. Excellent problem-solving skills in technical and service delivery environments using logic, knowledge and sound processes to analyse information and find solutions. Considerable proven experience in managing competing customer support and project priorities and collaborating with colleagues to ensure that targets are met. Significant development expertise of complex reports from HR systems using BI tools and techniques. Advanced Excel skills and a proven ability to handle and analyse large quantities of data. Experience of supporting iTrent HR Systems and MI reporting using Business Objects reporting suite. Responsibilities: As the HR System expert provide leadership and technical advice on HR applications to customers, maximising system productivity and performance, ensuring the most effective and efficient use of the systems. Lead on troubleshooting system problems and customer enquiries, following agreed procedures for system and incident management, including documenting actions and outcomes. Develop reports using varied report-writing or data extraction tools. To analyse and interpret HR data to inform and assist the HR/Managers in their strategy and workforce planning. To create and maintain a comprehensive monthly metrics dashboard/Analytics. Development and ongoing maintenance of HR management information, Ad hoc reports and statutory request to meet the business needs of Managers. Implement upgrade and changes following controlled procedures, preparing and gaining agreement to detailed plans. Coordinate testing of system with appropriate test scripts and sign off processes. Responsible for planning and delivering projects with minimal supervision. Prioritise work and allocate resources. Benefits: 30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension Access to training and development. Flexible working.
17/08/2023
Full time
HR DATA ANALYST (iTrent) starting salary 39,000, Hybrid/LondonSecurity Vetting (3 years UK residency) Our client is a well known public sector organisation that offers a unique and exciting place to work, right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, our client is made up of more than 3,000 employees. They provide professional services to their staff, and the wider community.This is an exciting opportunity to get involved with a leading public sector client and make a difference. Skills and Experience Required: Significant experience supporting relevant iTrent HR applications within a large organisation. Proven business analysis experience including process mapping, and requirements definition. Experience of leading on Database administration and understanding of data management. Excellent problem-solving skills in technical and service delivery environments using logic, knowledge and sound processes to analyse information and find solutions. Considerable proven experience in managing competing customer support and project priorities and collaborating with colleagues to ensure that targets are met. Significant development expertise of complex reports from HR systems using BI tools and techniques. Advanced Excel skills and a proven ability to handle and analyse large quantities of data. Experience of supporting iTrent HR Systems and MI reporting using Business Objects reporting suite. Responsibilities: As the HR System expert provide leadership and technical advice on HR applications to customers, maximising system productivity and performance, ensuring the most effective and efficient use of the systems. Lead on troubleshooting system problems and customer enquiries, following agreed procedures for system and incident management, including documenting actions and outcomes. Develop reports using varied report-writing or data extraction tools. To analyse and interpret HR data to inform and assist the HR/Managers in their strategy and workforce planning. To create and maintain a comprehensive monthly metrics dashboard/Analytics. Development and ongoing maintenance of HR management information, Ad hoc reports and statutory request to meet the business needs of Managers. Implement upgrade and changes following controlled procedures, preparing and gaining agreement to detailed plans. Coordinate testing of system with appropriate test scripts and sign off processes. Responsible for planning and delivering projects with minimal supervision. Prioritise work and allocate resources. Benefits: 30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension Access to training and development. Flexible working.
Smartsourcing are looking for an IT Security Consultant (CISSP) to work 2 days on site either in London Basingstoke or Rugby and 3 days remote working whichever best suit you. Start date ASAP- 3 months initially. Rate 600 pay to the Contractor Inside IR35/Umbrella. The role is general information security (not an engineer or an architect) Someone to operate at the GRC level - general risk and compliance, to support engineers and architects. They should have a technical understanding but its not a highly technical role. You will need a knowledge of security controls would be required for Low Level Designs (LDD) Background Public Sector would be ideally, Police, MOD, Telecomms.Mitigate the risks and conform to the relevant security policies Balance information risk against cost of countermeasuresEnsure security best practices are implemented in a consistent way across the programme and drive the overall design. Working with agile developers and testers to ensure security best practices are built into the software development life cycle. Working to articulate current risks against the system, the proposed mitigation and support the on-going accreditation process. Creating, running and managing the security processes and procedures within the projects, to maintain the security of the system, personnel, and appropriate environments using 'secure by design' methodology. A minimum of 5 years experience as an IT Security Consultant. CISSP or relevant qualification. Must have expert knowledge in reviewing security designs and implementing security controls. Must be able to articulate security issues and risk Need to be eligible to go through NVPP3 clearance (takes 2-3 weeks) and is one down from SC (if they had SC would still need to go through NVPP3) SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
07/12/2021
Contractor
Smartsourcing are looking for an IT Security Consultant (CISSP) to work 2 days on site either in London Basingstoke or Rugby and 3 days remote working whichever best suit you. Start date ASAP- 3 months initially. Rate 600 pay to the Contractor Inside IR35/Umbrella. The role is general information security (not an engineer or an architect) Someone to operate at the GRC level - general risk and compliance, to support engineers and architects. They should have a technical understanding but its not a highly technical role. You will need a knowledge of security controls would be required for Low Level Designs (LDD) Background Public Sector would be ideally, Police, MOD, Telecomms.Mitigate the risks and conform to the relevant security policies Balance information risk against cost of countermeasuresEnsure security best practices are implemented in a consistent way across the programme and drive the overall design. Working with agile developers and testers to ensure security best practices are built into the software development life cycle. Working to articulate current risks against the system, the proposed mitigation and support the on-going accreditation process. Creating, running and managing the security processes and procedures within the projects, to maintain the security of the system, personnel, and appropriate environments using 'secure by design' methodology. A minimum of 5 years experience as an IT Security Consultant. CISSP or relevant qualification. Must have expert knowledge in reviewing security designs and implementing security controls. Must be able to articulate security issues and risk Need to be eligible to go through NVPP3 clearance (takes 2-3 weeks) and is one down from SC (if they had SC would still need to go through NVPP3) SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
PERM/Delivery Manager (FM background)Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. UK based role with flexible remote working Competitive basic salary 65,000 - 75,000 pa We are currently looking to recruit for an experienced Pre-Delivery Manager. Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to our clients Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract. Build effective relationships, with key stakeholders, including Service family's Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction and core values. To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Experience in managing projects and term contracts Experience in dealing with a range of issues concerning contract and project delivery Proven experience in managing/supervising staff Strong Project management experience from an FM background Key Attributes Planning and Delivering Customer Satisfaction Provides priority tasks for self and team, and is prepared for contingencies Identifies and assesses different options for tackling workloads Communicating, Collaborating and InfluencingAnalysing and Interpreting Attention to detail and good analytical skills Ability to write concise reports and analyse and present statistical information SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
05/11/2021
Full time
PERM/Delivery Manager (FM background)Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. UK based role with flexible remote working Competitive basic salary 65,000 - 75,000 pa We are currently looking to recruit for an experienced Pre-Delivery Manager. Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to our clients Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract. Build effective relationships, with key stakeholders, including Service family's Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction and core values. To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Experience in managing projects and term contracts Experience in dealing with a range of issues concerning contract and project delivery Proven experience in managing/supervising staff Strong Project management experience from an FM background Key Attributes Planning and Delivering Customer Satisfaction Provides priority tasks for self and team, and is prepared for contingencies Identifies and assesses different options for tackling workloads Communicating, Collaborating and InfluencingAnalysing and Interpreting Attention to detail and good analytical skills Ability to write concise reports and analyse and present statistical information SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
*PROJECT MANAGER *FIXED TERM 6 months *ALL REMOTE BASED *SALARAY EQUIV 55k PA PRO RATA. An exciting new Project Manager role to join a new client within their Operational Delivery team Responsibilities - Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to the Client Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract.Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements. Ensure effective communication with affected customers through delivery stages to post completion. To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Knowledge and Skills Have genuine knowledge and understanding of housing maintenance industry and service delivery. Compliance and HSE Experience. Confident using Microsoft Offices packages. SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
05/11/2021
Full time
*PROJECT MANAGER *FIXED TERM 6 months *ALL REMOTE BASED *SALARAY EQUIV 55k PA PRO RATA. An exciting new Project Manager role to join a new client within their Operational Delivery team Responsibilities - Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to the Client Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract.Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements. Ensure effective communication with affected customers through delivery stages to post completion. To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Knowledge and Skills Have genuine knowledge and understanding of housing maintenance industry and service delivery. Compliance and HSE Experience. Confident using Microsoft Offices packages. SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
(Administrator remote FTC 6 months up to 25k) This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious administrator to play a pivotal role in the mobilisation to assist the Billable works team in the delivery of the Professional Services Strategy Ensuring all administration procurement activities and contracts are delivered professionally to time This is a new role on a FTC for 6 months A new opportunity exists for a talented Administrator to join our professional and expanding management team. We are looking for an ambitious individual to be part of a dynamic team, focused on improving business opportunities and customer experience. Proactively plan and co-ordinate the delivery of all planned workflow Ensure that systems are updated within prescribed timescales. Work in collaboration with the team and our client Run reports and maintain all system information and data for planned works Co-Ordinate tender/Quotation issues, pricing returns You should have a proven record as an Administrator within a planned and maintenance environment. Highly motivated with a passion to succeed. Able to identify opportunities for advancing the organisation's mission while maintaining an awareness of the business areas and associated risk Experience Administration experience within a Planned and maintenance environment Intermediate/Advanced Excel Microsoft packages Experience of working accurately to deadlines in a pressurised environment English and Mathematics GCSE A-C standard. - SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
05/11/2021
(Administrator remote FTC 6 months up to 25k) This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious administrator to play a pivotal role in the mobilisation to assist the Billable works team in the delivery of the Professional Services Strategy Ensuring all administration procurement activities and contracts are delivered professionally to time This is a new role on a FTC for 6 months A new opportunity exists for a talented Administrator to join our professional and expanding management team. We are looking for an ambitious individual to be part of a dynamic team, focused on improving business opportunities and customer experience. Proactively plan and co-ordinate the delivery of all planned workflow Ensure that systems are updated within prescribed timescales. Work in collaboration with the team and our client Run reports and maintain all system information and data for planned works Co-Ordinate tender/Quotation issues, pricing returns You should have a proven record as an Administrator within a planned and maintenance environment. Highly motivated with a passion to succeed. Able to identify opportunities for advancing the organisation's mission while maintaining an awareness of the business areas and associated risk Experience Administration experience within a Planned and maintenance environment Intermediate/Advanced Excel Microsoft packages Experience of working accurately to deadlines in a pressurised environment English and Mathematics GCSE A-C standard. - SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.
