SmartSourcing Ltd

ServiceNow Platform Architect (ITSM, CMDB, Discovery, ITOM, Integration Hub, Flow Designer) - 6 Month Contract 600 - 650/day (Inside IR35) Hybrid with choice of base location: London/Midlands/Glasgow Must hold or be eligible for SC Security Clearance Overview We ' re seeking an experienced ServiceNow Architect to provide strategic and technical leadership for a major transformation programme. This role will act as the Technical Design Authority for the ServiceNow platform, ensuring scalable, secure, and best;practice-aligned architecture across the estate. You will play a key role in defining and governing architectural standards while supporting significant uplift activities including a CMDB rebuild, complex integrations, and platform optimisation. Key Responsibilities Serve as the technical authority for the ServiceNow platform, defining and governing architectural standards and design decisions. Lead the architectural strategy to ensure long-term platform sustainability, security, and scalability. Oversee major transformation initiatives including CMDB redesign, platform configuration uplift, and ServiceNow Discovery alignment. Provide expert guidance on integration patterns, API usage, and MID Server architecture. Support governance functions including data quality, CI class modelling, and platform best practice. Collaborate with product owners, developers, andstakeholders to translate business needs into robust technical solutions. Ensure alignment with ITIL v4, enterprise architecture frameworks, and platform governance processes. Required Skills Experience We ' re looking for candidates with proven technical leadership and deep ServiceNow architectural expertise, including: ServiceNow Expertise Advanced knowledge across ITSM, CMDB, Discovery, ITOM, Integration Hub, and Flow Designer. Strong experience in CMDB modelling, CI class design, reconciliation, and data governance. Expertise in REST/SOAP APIs, web services, Integration Hub spokes, and MID Server design. Experience with Scoped Applications, Application Portfolio Management (APM), and platform security best practices. Solid understanding of data architecture, Discovery patterns, Service Mapping, and complex integration flows. Good understanding of ITIL v4, enterprise design patterns, and platform governance. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

CNC Milling Operator Full-time onsite in Whetstone, Leicestershire (own transport is advisable) 33,000 - 38,000 (depending on experience) (Sponsorship is not offered for this role) They operate a two-shift pattern: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00 (Monday - Friday) Due to the shift pattern/client location, a driver is preferred. Our client is looking to recruit a CNC operator who has experience of working on CNC machinery including 3 axis CNC Milling and diamond turning machinery in a precision engineering environment. The role: To be able to successfully work using your own initiative whilst adhering to SOP and work instruction documentation. Provide accurate manufacturing completion dates to your team leader or manager to allow a smooth flow of product through the department. Have excellent, clear communication skills Be competent to use in-process inspection equipment within the department and be able to interpret information to make changes to the process where necessary. Be able to consistently achieve low levels of scrap and rework. Have a good understanding for the relevant standard quality specifications. Examine all work prior to passing onto the next stage and be sure that it meets all requirements. Show good levels of craftsmanship and quality in the products that you produce. Must have: A good general engineering background Good communication skills Able to perform simple arithmetic tasks Good handling skills Work well to own initiative Manual handling (ability in lifting weights in excess of 5kgs) SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Coating Technician/Graduate, Whetstone, 28k (full training provided)Shifts: 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm (switching each week) Our client offers a full spectrum of optical engineering, manufacturing, and assembly expertise. They manufacture advanced optical components for high performance optronics systems and are the leading experts in manufacturing and integration of large optics from visible and near infrared, to longwave infrared What You'll Be Doing Assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements. Run numerous processes on a minimum of 2 coating plants in the department successfully, maintain the appropriate paperwork/route sheets correctly. Measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Identify potential coating problems in process and take appropriate corrective action. Identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features. Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff. Successfully perform a clean down of the coating chamber identifying any issues that could cause a failure, and re-assembly in good working order observing Local Health and safety rules. Maintain a tidy work area and work within the guidelines as laid down by the HSWE. Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002 Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification. Clean all various material types. What You'll Need Engineering Degree Competent Handling skills Attention to detail Working to tight tolerances Willingness to learn Punctual Clean room experience preferred but not essential This will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating department SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Servicenow Platform Designer with SC or DV Clearance is required by our government client based in London/Midlands Working in an SC Security Cleared environment. Due to the urgency of the role, you will hold a current SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Clearance (or be eligible) To start ASAP Rate c £(Apply online only) pd (Umbrella) Role: You will provide strategic, technical, and design leadership for the ServiceNow platform, ensuring it is architected, configured, and governed in a scalable, secure, and sustainable way. The Platform Designer shapes the end to end platform design across CMDB, integrations, and core workflows, enabling major transformation activities and long term service evolution Skills: Deep expertise in ServiceNow platform design across ITSM, CMDB, Discovery, ITOM, and IntegrationHub. Strong capability in CMDB architecture, CI class modelling, relationship design, and data governance. Strong understanding of API/web service design (REST/SOAP), MID Server patterns, spokes, and automation workflows. Experience designing Scoped Applications, secure configuration models, and platform-level controls. Knowledge of ITIL v4, service design principles, and enterprise grade architecture patterns. Understanding of discovery, service mapping, data ingestion and integration patterns. Responsibilities Define, maintain, and evolve the ServiceNow platform design, guardrails, and configuration standards. Develop platform-wide design patterns covering CMDB, ITSM, ITOM, automation, and integration workflows. Act as the design authority for all ServiceNow changes, ensuring solutions remain aligned to wider enterprise architecture. Solution Design Assurance Lead complex solution and workflow designs, ensuring usability, maintainability, and adherence to best practice.Review and validate development outputs, ensuring alignment to design principles and long-term sustainability. Shape the platform s environment strategy, including version upgrades, performance optimisation, and health monitoring. Platform Strategy Roadmap Provide strategic input into licensing, roadmap planning, security posture, and the future evolution of the platform. Work closely with the Product Owner, Technical Lead, and BA community to design upcoming releases and platform enhancements. Data, Integrations Workflow OrchestrationDefine ServiceNow data design, CMDB modelling, and governance approaches. Design integration patterns, data flows, and orchestration using IntegrationHub, APIs, and the MID Server. - 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 INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERS -HYBRID ROLES IN VARIOUS SOUTHERN LOCATIONS - RATES INSIDE IR35 Due to the nature of this role the client do require full valid UKIC DV Clearance only SmartSourcing Ltd is seeking skilled Engineers with Linux/Redhat where you will be working on a government programme based on a Hybrid basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact systems in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. Must have one or more of the below Skills - MongoDB Satellite Red Hat Linux 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

(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.