Exalto Consulting Ltd

Senior Service Designer Rate: £570 per day Inside IR35 Location: Remote with occasional travel to Leeds Duration: ASAP start to March 2026 Sector: Large scale public sector digital programme We are supporting a major public sector digital transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Senior Service Designer to join a blended delivery team on a high profile national application used by millions of citizens. This role focuses on improving and expanding key user journeys within a widely used digital service. You will lead user centred design activities across the full lifecycle, working closely with product, research and development teams to ensure that user needs are met and service quality is maintained at scale. What you will be working on Enhancing an existing national digital service with a focus on prescription and medication journeys Producing high quality service design artefacts including service blueprints, personas, user needs maps, journey maps and future state proposals Leading design thinking activities and ensuring user needs inform product decisions Owning and maintaining the user needs repository Supporting user research activities and usability testing Working with senior stakeholders to present findings and recommendations Collaborating with cross functional teams to guide delivery Required experience Strong background in service design within public sector digital services Experience working in GDS or large scale NHS digital environments Deep understanding of design thinking and user centred design Proven ability to lead service design work from discovery through to delivery Skilled in creating service maps, blueprints, personas, prototypes and journey artefacts Ability to synthesise user insights and translate them into well informed service improvements Comfortable running workshops and presenting work to senior stakeholders Collaborative mindset with the ability to balance user needs, technical constraints and delivery goals Why join the project This is an opportunity to influence a major citizen facing digital service that supports millions of users. You will join a mature, supportive and highly skilled team working on meaningful improvements that contribute to modern, efficient digital healthcare delivery. If you are a Senior Service Designer with experience in GDS or public sector environments and are available to start quickly, we would like to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Solutions Architect - Manchester - £73,500 + Excellent Benefits Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? We are seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead a dynamic team in delivering cutting-edge IT strategies and architectures that drive business transformation and operational excellence. Role Overview: As a

Lead C#.Net Software Developer (C#, ASP.NET/.Net Core, SQL Server) This is a hybrid role, with 2 days a week onsite in Crewe or Chester. My client are an innovative software development company delivering mission-critical Azure hosted software in their respected sector. Their collaborative and fast paced environment utilises Agile methodologies to deliver cutting edge solutions for their diverse customer base. They are seeking Lead C#.Net Software Developers to join their dynamic and innovative software development team. You will play a critical role in the development of their proprietary software applications. They are currently building Software Development squads so you will be the Lead Developer for one of the squads. This role is 70% team / line management and 30% hands on. The ideal candidate will have a background in C# and Microsoft .Net technologies and a proven ability to thrive within an Agile environment. You must have a "can-do" attitude to complement their team. You will: Collaborate with a small team of developers in a Rapid Application Development (RAD) environment with a strong emphasis on Agile delivery. Develop and maintain software for large-scale systems with long life cycles, tailored to multiple customers with varying configurations. Apply your technical expertise in C#, .Net Core (primarily), ASP.NET and MS SQL Server. You will be given the opportunity to work with Azure as they are using Azure for their cloud services. You will need to have a background in application software development using C#, ASP.NET, MS SQL, and the .NET Framework. They will happily consider back end Developers with C#, .Net and SQL Server skills. This is an urgent requirement with interviews taking place imminently so please apply immediately to be considered. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Solutions Architect - Manchester - £73,500 + Excellent Benefits Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? We are seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead a dynamic team in delivering cutting-edge IT strategies and architectures that drive business transformation and operational excellence. Role Overview: As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will be at the forefront of technology innovation, leading the design and delivery of enterprise-level solutions that align with strategic goals. You will collaborate with stakeholders, guide a team of skilled architects, and ensure projects are executed with precision and impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead and inspire a team of Solutions Architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Design, document, and oversee complex architecture solutions across infrastructure, applications, and business processes. Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost evaluations to inform strategic IT initiatives. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives and user needs. Horizon scan for emerging technologies, recommending and integrating them into future-ready strategies. Oversee project budgets and ensure compliance with technical standards, security protocols, and best practices. Engage with internal and external stakeholders to maintain alignment with organizational and industry goals. About You: We're looking for a visionary leader with a strong background in enterprise architecture and a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions in complex environments. Key qualities include: Extensive experience in IT solutions architecture leadership. Expertise in enterprise-level infrastructure, cloud technologies, and systems integration. In-depth knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, UML) and best practices. Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Proven ability to translate business functionality into robust applications and infrastructure. Qualifications: Degree in an ICT-related field or equivalent experience. Relevant certifications in architecture or cloud technologies are desirable. Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to various locations. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to lead transformative projects, drive technological innovation, and make a tangible impact within a forward-thinking organization. As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will shape the future of IT strategy while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment. Apply today to lead the way in delivering exceptional IT solutions that drive progress and excellence. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior C#.Net Software Developer (C#, ASP.NET/.Net Core, SQL Server) This is a hybrid role, with 2 days onsite every week in Crewe or Chester. My client are an innovative software development company delivering mission-critical Azure hosted software in their respected sector. Their collaborative and fast-paced environment utilizes Agile methodologies to deliver cutting-edge solutions for their diverse customer base. They are seeking a Senior C# Software Developer to join their dynamic and innovative software development team. You will play a critical role in the development of their proprietary software applications. The ideal candidate will have a background in C# and Microsoft .Net technologies and a proven ability to thrive within an Agile environment. You must have a "can-do" attitude to complement their team. You will: Collaborate with a small team of developers in a Rapid Application Development (RAD) environment with a strong emphasis on Agile delivery. Develop and maintain software for large-scale systems with long life cycles, tailored to multiple customers with varying configurations. Apply your technical expertise in C#, .Net Core (primarily), ASP.NET and MS SQL Server. Knowledge of the .NET Framework is expected, which is their current platform, though familiarity with .Net 6+ is a plus, which they will be transitioning to. Experience with Azure is an added advantage as they are using Azure for their cloud services, but it is not essential as opportunities to work with it will be provided. You will need to have a background in application software development using C#, ASP.NET, MS SQL, and the .NET Framework. They are happy to consider strong C#, SQL Server backend Developers too. This is an urgent requirement with interviews taking place imminently so please apply immediately to be considered. JBRP1_UKTJ