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SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE Birmingham Full Time Permanent Salary up to £42,000 THE ROLE A top law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to join its Operations team in Birmingham. This is a newly created role offering genuine scope to shape and own the firm's internal business development communications and digital content strategy, working closely with senior partners and colleagues across multiple regions. The Senior Business Development Executive will play a key role in enhancing the firm's internal business development communications, using digital content, campaign management and channel ownership to support the firm's wider growth strategy. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop engaging digital and multimedia content for business development campaigns and strategic initiatives Provide specialist advice to fee-earners and content owners on effective business development communications Manage the creation and delivery of a weekly business development newsletter Take ownership of internal business development channels, including a review of the intranet within the first six months Collaborate with the Business Development Manager to coordinate and schedule campaign messaging Support senior partners with the delivery of quarterly business updates to the firm Implement and champion effective governance of digital business development channels Create templates, banners and multimedia assets for business development campaigns Produce video content, including short films, gifs and animation, with scope to run internal video shoots Work with internal teams to improve business development tools and resources for efficiency and accessibility Monitor engagement metrics and prepare insightful reports on the impact of business development activity WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Significant experience in a business development, marketing or communications role, ideally within professional services Proficiency in digital content creation for intranets, newsletters and multimedia Strong skills in managing internal digital communication and business development channels Ability to interpret engagement data and use it to shape content and campaign strategy Familiarity with design and multimedia tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite Excellent stakeholder management and project management skills, with confidence engaging senior partners An innovative mindset with a genuine interest in emerging digital communication trends and formats such as podcasts BENEFITS Annual bonus scheme GPP pension scheme Private medical insurance, including discounted gym membership, free cinema tickets and health assessments This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Business Development Executive to make a significant, visible impact in a newly created role at a top law firm. Apply now to find out more.

A Local Council is seeking an organised and creative Inclusion House Content Officer to support the ongoing development of an innovative digital platform designed to provide young people, parents, carers, and professionals with easy access to information, resources and support services. Inclusion House is an exciting digital initiative that aims to become a central hub of information and guidance for local communities. With several sections already developed and further expansion planned, this role will play a key part in ensuring content is engaging, consistent, accessible and aligned with the overall vision of the platform. Working closely with the platform's project lead and a range of internal and external stakeholders, you will be responsible for managing, editing and maintaining content, ensuring a high-quality user experience across the site. Key Responsibilities Maintain and organise content across the Inclusion House platform. Edit and upload videos, presentations, graphics and other digital content provided by stakeholders. Review and refine content to ensure clarity, accessibility and consistency of messaging. Support the development and maintenance of the platform's branding and visual identity. Work closely with project leads and stakeholders to ensure content aligns with organisational objectives. Carry out quality assurance checks on all content before publication. Ensure all material meets agreed standards, branding guidelines and content criteria. Assist with workforce development, content and resource management across the platform. Monitor content updates and ensure information remains accurate and relevant. Liaise with contributors to coordinate content submissions and approvals. About YouWe are looking for a creative and detail-oriented professional with experience managing digital content and supporting online platforms. Essential Experience & Skills Experience working with digital platforms, websites, intranets or online content management systems. Strong content editing, proofreading and quality assurance skills. Experience working with digital media, including video, graphics and visual content. Understanding of branding, communications and content consistency. Ability to organise and manage multiple content streams from a variety of stakeholders. Strong attention to detail with excellent written communication skills. Experience using content management systems and digital publishing tools. Confident stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Desirable Experience Experience within local government, education, SEND or community-focused services. Knowledge of accessibility requirements for digital content. Background in marketing, communications, digital media or content development. Experience supporting workforce development, learning or information-sharing platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a content professional with strong digital and communications skills who enjoy bringing structure, consistency and quality to online platforms while making a positive impact within a local authority setting. We'd love to hear from you, so please send your updated CV! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Product Designer to join a well-established health research organisation and charity supporting large-scale medical research to improve disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. As a Senior Product Designer, you will design accessible, user-focused digital experiences while contributing across the full design process, from understanding user needs through to prototyping, testing and delivery. This is a 6-month contract-based role offering hybrid / remote working options, salary range of £500 - £600 (DOE) per day (Inside IR35) and benefits. You Will Be Responsible For Leading UX and UI design work across discovery, development and validation. Designing clear and accessible journeys that help users understand and respond to research opportunities. Creating prototypes, testing ideas and refining designs based on evidence and feedback. Working closely with product managers, researchers, content designers, behavioural specialists and engineers. Turning user research and stakeholder insight into practical, intuitive design solutions. Designing clear experiences for healthcare information, recommendations and research-related content. Helping improve consistency across related services, including shared design approaches and practices. Working with clinical, technical, product and business stakeholders to shape design recommendations. Explaining design choices, thinking and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Applying design systems, accessibility standards and ethical considerations throughout the design process. Contributing to product priorities, roadmaps and the wider design direction. The candidates from the following background will be considered: Previously worked as a Senior Product Designer, Product Designer, Senior UX/UI Designer, Senior UI/UX Designer, Lead Product Designer, Digital Product Designer, Product Design Lead or in a similar role. What We Are Looking For: Essential: Proven experience working as a Product Designer within modern digital product environments. Strong end-to-end UX and UI design experience, covering discovery, prototyping, validation and delivery. Experience working closely with content designers and user researchers. A track record of tackling complex user needs and working effectively where requirements may be unclear. A strong portfolio demonstrating impactful, user-centred digital product design. Ability to turn research findings into meaningful improvements to digital experiences. Strong working knowledge of Figma and Miro. Experience working within cross-functional Agile product teams. A good understanding of accessibility and inclusive design, including experience designing beyond minimum WCAG 2.2 AA requirements. Desirable: Experience designing products, platforms or services within healthcare, research, government or other service-led environments. Prior experience working in regulated environments. Understanding of behavioural design and techniques that encourage user engagement. Experience contributing to design systems and scalable design practices This is a great opportunity for a Senior Product Designer to make a meaningful contribution to accessible, user-centred digital services. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Product Designer to join a well-established health research organisation and charity supporting large-scale medical research to improve disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. As a Senior Product Designer, you will be leading end-to-end product design, turning customer insight and complex journeys into intuitive digital experiences. This is a 6-month contract-based role offering hybrid / remote working options, salary of £70,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Leading UX and UI design throughout the product development lifecycle. Simplifying complex user journeys and service processes into clear, engaging experiences. Developing prototypes and conducting usability testing to inform design decisions. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Research, Content and wider business teams. Using customer insight and data to develop effective design solutions. Promoting accessibility, inclusive design and strong design practices. Contributing to product direction, roadmap discussions and future opportunities. What we are looking for: Essential: Previously worked as a Senior Product Designer, Product Designer, Senior UX/UI Designer, Senior UI/UX Designer, Lead Product Designer, Digital Product Designer, Product Design Lead or in a similar role. Extensive experience designing B2C digital products. A strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end Product Design experience across UX and UI. Experience contributing to multidisciplinary Agile teams and working alongside product, engineering, research and content specialists. Highly capable in developing prototypes, with practical experience using Figma, Miro and comparable design platforms. Demonstrable success delivering digital solutions within demanding and rapidly changing environments. Able to work effectively with incomplete information and develop appropriate solutions when requirements are still evolving. A strong focus on putting users at the centre of design decisions, alongside an interest in testing ideas and refining solutions. Desirable: Experience working in healthcare, regulated sectors, government or service-focused organisations. Familiarity with Service Design and working across complex service environments. Experience supporting pilot projects, trialling new ideas or working in test-and-learn settings. Understanding of accessibility requirements and inclusive design principles, including WCAG. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Product Designer to use their design expertise to solve complex customer needs and create meaningful digital experiences. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

What Sets Us Apart At MHA, people come first, our colleagues, our clients, and the communities we support. Were ranked as number 11 in the UK s top accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the world's 8th largest network, we combine global insight with a strong local commitment. Our people-centred approach is what truly makes us different. You will be welcomed as a valued member of a collaborative, purpose-led team. We are committed to continuous learning, growth, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We invest in our colleagues because they are the foundation of our shared success. With access to resources and award-winning development programmes, you will have the space to shape your career while making a real impact. We are proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award, recognising our commitment to supporting, developing, and valuing every individual. Here, You'll Go Beyond Numbers We're looking for a Digital Marketing Assistant Manager who thrives on variety, enjoys a fast-moving environment, and wants their work to make a real difference At MHA, you will be surrounded by passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference. Your work in Marketing will go beyond the numbers, it's about building trusted relationships, understanding their requirements, navigating risks, and delivering insights that support informed decision-making. What You'll Be Doing This is a position within the Digital Marketing team, reporting into the Senior Digital Marketing Manager. You will line manage junior members of the team, whilst helping to lead delivery across our four brands and their markets: MHA UK, Baker Tilly Ireland, Baker Tilly South East Europe and MHA UAE. Leadership & people Support and develop junior members of the digital marketing team, holding regular one-to-ones and owning their appraisals and development. Review work and provide timely, constructive feedback. Plan and allocate work with the Senior Digital Marketing Manager to help set workflows and tasks across the team so the right people are on the right tasks, keeping deadlines realistic and workloads manageable. Coach and build capability in others, setting the standard in the team by how you operate. Campaigns & projects Oversee digital campaigns from concept through to delivery across multiple channels and markets, keeping brand messaging consistent and correctly targeted. Own digital projects from start to finish, coordinating internal and external resource, and taking accountability for delivery. Take ownership of a specialist digital area within the digital function, leading its plan and answering for its results. Join up delivery with other specialists teams, such as creative and comms. Channels & digital operations Support on day-to-day delivery across the full digital mix: the brand websites, organic and paid social, paid search, email, content and UX. Keeping lead trackers and digital documentation accurate and making sure digital practice stays on brand and compliant with GDPR. Resolve and support on day-to-day issues, knowing when to escalate where a decision needs to sit above you. Performance, Analytics and Reporting Analyse large data sets and translate findings into clear commercial insights and actionable recommendations for stakeholders across the firm. Use performance data to optimise campaigns, demonstrating ROI and year-on-year improvement against key metrics. Take ownership of regular reporting within your area, supporting monthly and quarterly updates for the Senior Digital Marketing Manager and Partners. Growth and Commercial Impact Play a key role in campaign planning for priority sectors and service lines, identifying opportunities to maximise digital performance and commercial outcomes. Support business development and lead generation through digital channels, improving both the volume and quality of inbound enquiries. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, gaining a deep understanding of their objectives to deliver effective, results-driven campaigns. Brand and Governance Act as a brand guardian across all digital activity, ensuring content consistently reflects the Baker Tilly brand values and messaging. Champion digital best practice, ensuring accessibility, compliance, and governance requirements are met. Contribute actively to internal marketing committees, helping to drive positive change and continuous improvement across the team. What we are looking for An experienced digital marketing professional with a proven record of planning and delivering campaigns that achieve ROI. Well informed across the digital marketing mix, spanning web, organic and paid social, paid search and email, with the ability to adapt tone of voice for different markets and audiences. Experience of managing high-budget SEO and PPC campaigns, from keyword strategy and bid management through to performance tracking. Experience of improving customer journeys and conversion across websites, including CRO, landing page and form optimisation. The ability to develop and oversee complex campaigns from concept to execution. Some experience of line management, or the readiness and judgement to take it on and develop more junior colleagues. Strong commercial and analytical judgement, comfortable turning data into decisions. Confident with stakeholders and credible enough to influence at a senior level. Degree level or equivalent in a marketing or business related subject, or equivalent experience. A driving licence and access to a car. Familiarity with the digital marketing tool stack, including analytics, social management and paid media platforms.

Product Manager Location: UK-based, remote (with purpose-driven in-person meetups in London) Industry: EdTech About the Client Our client is a fast-growing, technology-led SaaS organisation operating within a regulated, compliance-critical environment. Their platform is central to customer onboarding, trust, and operational integrity - making it a business-critical product with direct commercial impact. How you ll spend your day You'll take ownership of a strategically important product area spanning two established platforms, defining how interviews and assessment should work for international student recruitment and compliance. This is a genuine build-and-scale product role, where you'll shape the roadmap, lead discovery and work closely with customers and engineering teams to turn complex requirements into products that are fair, credible and usable at scale. You'll be responsible for: Own and drive the product roadmap for interviews and interview assessment, ensuring alignment with wider business strategy. Define how asynchronous and live interviews work, including question banks, scoring frameworks, reviewer workflows and assessment outputs. Own the product approach to integrity and proctoring, including identity verification, fraud and impersonation signals and AI-assisted detection. Lead a mobile-first applicant experience, considering video capture, accessibility, device compatibility, connectivity and reducing applicant drop-off. Identify and champion appropriate uses of AI and ML, including transcription, summarisation, scoring support and anomaly detection, while ensuring human accountability for important decisions. Ensure the capability works consistently across two products, creating a coherent experience for applicants and clear internal ownership. Conduct product discovery with university admissions and compliance teams, agents, applicants and internal stakeholders to understand the full interview and assessment lifecycle. Work closely with a dedicated product squad, including developers and QA, to define user stories, acceptance criteria, backlogs and delivery priorities. Lead prioritisation across new features, improvements, bugs and fixes, balancing short-term delivery with longer-term product strategy. Use product data, user feedback and post-launch analysis to continuously improve adoption, completion rates and assessment quality. Ensure product decisions take account of relevant compliance, regulatory, data protection, auditability and credibility requirements. Act as the internal product advocate for interviewing and assessment, aligning teams around shared objectives and user outcomes. What you ll bring to this role We're looking for an experienced Product Manager who enjoys owning a product area and shaping direction rather than simply managing a backlog. You'll combine strong B2B SaaS product experience with an understanding of complex user journeys, ideally within interviewing, assessment, identity, proctoring or another integrity-critical environment. You'll ideally bring: 3 4 years' experience in B2B SaaS Product Management. Hands-on product experience in at least one of video/asynchronous interviewing, remote proctoring, online assessment, identity verification or another integrity-critical product area. Proven experience delivering mobile or mobile-web products, with a strong understanding of device fragmentation, media capture, connectivity, permissions and accessibility. Strong product discovery, prioritisation and delivery skills, with the ability to take an idea from problem definition through to launch and iteration. Confidence working with both qualitative and quantitative data to inform product decisions. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging confidently with both internal teams and external customers. Experience leading a cross-functional product squad and working closely with Engineering, QA, Design and other specialist teams. The ability to make decisions in environments where products need to be fair, explainable, defensible and auditable. Experience managing and prioritising bugs, fixes and competing product demands. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to bring stakeholders together around a clear product direction. A resilient, pragmatic approach and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment with ambiguity and competing priorities. Desirable experience includes: EdTech or UK Higher Education experience. Assessment design, scoring frameworks or psychometrics. Shipping AI or ML features where accuracy and explainability are important. Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments. Exposure to UKVI, safeguarding or data protection requirements. Experience owning a product capability that spans multiple products or platforms. What happens next? One of our Recruitment Consultants will be in touch and inform you if you ve been successful in the next stage of the process or not, which is a qualification call where we will tell you more about the role and the client, and understand more about you, your experience and career aspirations. Should we both wish to proceed, we will submit your details to the client and be in touch regarding the outcome and any further steps. Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an employment agency for permanent and contract hires, we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups to drive innovation and equality within the workplace. Should you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know so we can accommodate for any interactions with us at Biometric Talent, but also inform the client to ensure reasonable adjustments are made to allow for a fair and equitable process.

CONTENT DESIGNER - 55,000 - BRISTOL - REMOTE (WITH OCCASIONAL TRAVEL TO CLIENT SITE IN TAUNTON) - SC REQUIRED MERITUS are recruiting for a Content Designer to join a leading organisation delivering complex UK Central Government and Defence programmes . This role would suit an experienced Content Designer, UX Writer or Content Specialist with strong writing skills, accessibility knowledge and a user-centred approach. Experience with content strategy, user research and wider experience design would be highly beneficial. Responsibilities: Create clear, accessible and user-centred content . Work across the service lifecycle to understand user needs . Shape content strategy and improve information architecture . Write, test and iterate content based on user feedback. Collaborate closely with user researchers, interaction designers and service designers . Ensure content is treated as a core part of the user experience . Apply accessibility and inclusive content principles. Skills & Experience: Essential: SC Clearance Strong commercial experience in Content Design / UX Writing . Excellent writing and editing skills. Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design . Awareness of content strategy and information architecture . Confidence testing content with users. Strong stakeholder and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. Desirable: UK Central Government, Defence or regulated-sector experience. Knowledge of GDS / (url removed) service standards . Experience with user research and usability testing. Awareness of interaction, service or experience design . Benefits: Salary up to 55,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Remote-first working with flexible travel to client sites Work on major UK Central Government and Defence programmes This is an excellent opportunity for a Content Designer to solve real user problems and create clear, accessible and effective digital experiences across complex Government and Defence projects .

400 Day Rate (Inside IR35) Initial 2-Month Contract (Extension Potential) Fully Remote Starting September 2026 Your new company A large public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Animation Developer to support the delivery of a high-profile digital content project. Working within a specialist programme team, you will be responsible for developing a complex animated digital asset designed to simplify and visualise a multi-stage operational process. Your new role This is a hands-on production role requiring strong expertise across animation, motion graphics and digital content development. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end creation of a substantial animated product, including storyboarding, asset creation, animation, editing and final delivery. Working from an established script and technical requirements, you'll transform complex workflow and process information into a polished visual solution using industry-standard tooling.A key element of the engagement will be producing reusable templates, structured project files and supporting assets to enable future maintenance and updates by internal teams. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for contractors with proven experience delivering animation and motion graphics projects from concept through to completion. Essential skills include: Expert Adobe After Effects capability Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Premiere Pro skills Strong motion graphics and digital animation experience Experience creating process visualisations, explainer assets or information-rich content Ability to work from technical requirements and detailed specifications Experience delivering high-quality digital products to agreed timelines Understanding of accessibility requirements for video and digital content Experience within government, public sector or regulated environments would be beneficial. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to deliver a highly visible digital product with strong technical ownership and autonomy. The role offers fully remote working, an attractive day rate and the potential for further project extensions. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV together with examples of relevant Adobe After Effects and motion graphics work. If this role isn't quite right, but you specialise in animation, multimedia development or digital design, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

400 Day Rate (Inside IR35) Initial 2-Month Contract (Extension Potential) Fully Remote Starting September 2026 Your new company A large public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Motion Graphics Developer to support the delivery of a high-profile digital content project. Working within a specialist programme team, you will be responsible for developing a complex animated digital asset designed to simplify and visualise a multi-stage operational process. Your new role This is a hands-on production role requiring strong expertise across animation, motion graphics and digital content development. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end creation of a substantial animated product, including storyboarding, asset creation, animation, editing and final delivery. Working from an established script and technical requirements, you'll transform complex workflow and process information into a polished visual solution using industry-standard tooling.A key element of the engagement will be producing reusable templates, structured project files and supporting assets to enable future maintenance and updates by internal teams. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for contractors with proven experience delivering animation and motion graphics projects from concept through to completion. Essential skills include: Expert Adobe After Effects capability Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Premiere Pro skills Strong motion graphics and digital animation experience Experience creating process visualisations, explainer assets or information-rich content Ability to work from technical requirements and detailed specifications Experience delivering high-quality digital products to agreed timelines Understanding of accessibility requirements for video and digital content Experience within government, public sector or regulated environments would be beneficial. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to deliver a highly visible digital product with strong technical ownership and autonomy. The role offers fully remote working, an attractive day rate and the potential for further project extensions. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV together with examples of relevant Adobe After Effects and motion graphics work. If this role isn't quite right, but you specialise in animation, multimedia development or digital design, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company A leading not-for-profit organisation based across the North West is seeking a talented Microsoft 365 Developer on a permanent basis to join during a period of digital transformation. As a Microsoft 365 Developer, you will support the delivery of digital solutions across the organisation using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. Working within a collaborative Business Systems team, you will design and build applications, automate workflows, and enhance productivity tools. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to impactful, user-focused solutions. Your new role Develop and maintain solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online Support integration of Microsoft 365 services (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive) with business applications Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with stakeholders Build and manage API integrations and custom connectors Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and accessibility standards Participate in testing, deployment, and documentation of solutions Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support Work alongside senior developers and analysts in an Agile environment Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new M365 capabilities What you'll need to succeed Experience developing with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Familiarity with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Power Fx, or HTML Understanding of APIs, data integration, and emerging tools such as AI Builder or Copilot Studio Awareness of M365 security, compliance, and data protection principles Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with stakeholders Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments What you'll get in return Hybrid working(2 days in the office per week) Salary negotiable on experience ( 42000- 46,000) 4 or 5 day weeks offered Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and additional service-related entitlement Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave policies Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym access and healthcare support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working and a supportive, forward-thinking environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Salary: £60,358, with the opportunity to qualify for additional allowances and a skills related payment, under the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework (GDDPCF) - formerly the Digital, Data and Technology Capability Framework. Flexible working: We support full time, part time, compressed hours, and other flexible working patterns. We recognise the importance of achieving a positive work home balance and will work with colleagues to consider flexible working arrangements where possible, taking individual circumstances and business needs into account. Some homeworking opportunities may be available; however, this role is primarily office based due to the sensitive nature of the work, and home working is not guaranteed. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing, and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As an Accessibility Specialist, you'll provide expert, practical advice to ensure the organisation's digital products and services are inclusive, usable and compliant. This includes technologies that directly support mission critical activity, where reliability, usability, and trust are essential. The role sits within the Digital Accessibility Team in Experience Design and acts as a dedicated subject matter expert for accessibility. Responsibility covers both new and existing digital products, supporting teams to remove barriers and meet accessibility obligations throughout the software development lifecycle. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you'll work as an internal consultant across multiple products and delivery teams. Ownership of accessibility within assigned projects includes early risk identification, proportionate mitigation advice, and accountability for the quality and impact of recommendations. Sound professional judgement is essential, particularly when operating in complex or sensitive delivery environments. Managing your workload and knowing what to prioritise are important parts of the role, supported by clear governance and professional standards. Day to day work involves close collaboration with designers, engineers, testers, product managers and researchers across the development lifecycle. Activities include manual and automated accessibility testing using assistive technologies, alongside design and code review. You'll produce clear audit findings, conformance reports, and accessibility statements, and contribute to critiques, reviews, and delivery planning to embed accessibility from the outset. The scope of the role is broad and influential, within an assigned product group, contributing to wider programmes and organisational priorities. You'll work closely with a range of stakeholders, providing expert input and constructively challenging decisions where accessibility risks arise. Through knowledge sharing and capability building, you'll help improve organisational accessibility maturity. This work supports the delivery of accessible internal digital services in critical areas, directly contributing to the organisation's wider mission. About you We're looking for an experienced accessibility practitioner with a solid grounding in applied digital accessibility. Experience may come from a dedicated Accessibility Specialist role, or from applying accessibility within a broader role such as UI, UX, design, engineering, or testing. In either case, you bring practical experience of embedding accessibility into real digital products and a passion for inclusive, user centred practice. Well developed technical and consultancy skills are essential. This includes the ability to scope and deliver accessibility work end to end, manage workload effectively, and engage confidently with stakeholders across design, engineering, testing, and product. Experience of working in environments shaped by competing priorities, delivery pressures, or sensitivity is important, alongside the ability to exercise sound judgement when advising on risk, proportionate mitigations, and trade offs. Essential skills and knowledge WCAG 2.2 AA and COGA standards Automated and manual accessibility testing using assistive technologies Create accurate accessibility reports and statements Working knowledge of the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations (PSBAR) or the European Accessibility Act (EAA) Clear communication is a key strength. You can explain accessibility issues, impacts, and recommendations in ways that are accessible to non specialist audiences, using evidence and user needs to support your advice. You're comfortable producing clear documentation, including audit findings, conformance reports and accessibility statements, and using these to inform decision making. You value collaboration and professional integrity. You enjoy working as part of a specialist accessibility function, sharing knowledge, supporting others, and contributing to organisational learning, while taking full accountability for the quality and impact of your own work. Training and development There is a comprehensive training and development pathway available, aligned to the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework (GDDPCF). This includes tailored training, coaching, and mentoring, alongside opportunities to gain qualifications and, where relevant, pursue specialist Agile Delivery pathways. On joining, you'll receive a structured induction to the team, delivery context, and ways of working, helping you understand how accessibility expertise fits within Experience Design and the wider organisation. Ongoing development is aligned with specialist accessibility practice. This includes peer support within the Digital Accessibility Team, opportunities to learn from related disciplines, and time to stay current with evolving standards, legislation, and best practice. Support is available to maintain and strengthen professional credibility, including engagement with external accessibility communities and, where appropriate, recognised qualifications or accreditation. Development in this role is shaped through applied practice. Experience is built by working across varied and complex services, advising delivery teams and senior stakeholders, and addressing challenging accessibility risks and trade offs. As the accessibility function continues to grow, there will be opportunities to deepen technical specialism, contribute to shared standards and guidance, and help shape how accessibility capability develops across the organisation. While the role does not currently include line management responsibility, opportunities exist to support others through knowledge sharing, informal mentoring, and collaborative working. Development focuses on sustaining high quality, user centred practice, strengthening professional judgement, and enabling long term impact through accessibility that is embedded, proportionate, and effective. Rewards and benefits You'll receive a starting salary of £60,358 plus other benefits including: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays A dedicated development budget Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Interest free season ticket loan A cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At MI5, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: people with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including people from groups that are under represented in our workforce, such as women, those from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. We're Disability Confident MI5 is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions' Disability Confident scheme. This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and to take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential criteria for this position are offered an interview, where it is practical for us to do so. This is known as the Offer of an Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of the application process) are: Reach the minimum pass mark for the Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT), which assesses your ability to problem solve. Demonstrate an understanding of the WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Demonstrate the ability to conduct accessibility audits using automated and manual testing techniques with assistive tools and technologies, and document findings. . click apply for full job details