Summer-Browning Associates

Senior Atlassian Systems Engineer Summer-Browning Associates is currently assisting our client in the public sector, who is seeking a Senior Atlassian Systems Engineer for an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: Hybrid working - Glasgow The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Atlassian Engineering, with the following skills and experience: Proven experience in administering, configuring, and supporting Atlassian Data Center, specifically Jira and Confluence. Experience in L2/L3 incident resolution for production systems. Ability to lead the execution of non-production and production changes under approved change records. Proficient in JVM tuning and index management. In-depth knowledge of Jira Service Management and Confluence, including configuration and workflow modifications. Experience with upgrading Atlassian Data Center configurations and maintaining resilient infrastructure. Familiarity with Atlassian architecture, focusing on Jira, Jira Service Management, and Confluence, along with a thorough understanding of modular workflows, permission schemes, and notification schemes.Experience working in public sector or defence secure environments. To apply, please submit your updated CV for review

GMP Application and Analytics Manager - Salesforce & Microsoft Power BI Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a GMP Application and Analytics Manager for an initial six-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Milton Keynes - Hybrid working The ideal candidate will possess an active security clearance and have a strong background in Salesforce Application Support and Power BI Data Analytics. The following skills and experience are required: Experience in providing support for the Salesforce Platform. Development and maintenance of data analytics, including integration with Salesforce, hosted on the Microsoft Power BI/Fabric platform. Extensive knowledge of complex data models, security models, and business processes. Significant experience working with Salesforce Flows and Lightning Record Pages. Proficiency in Power BI/Fabric Data Flows and API integrations. Comprehensive understanding of developing advanced Power BI Semantic Models. Experience in creating advanced Power BI/Fabric Data Visualizations. Certified Salesforce Administrator and / or Certified Salesforce Platform App Builder Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Service Owner - Digital Workplace & AI Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Service Owner for an initial 12-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: London Hybrid The ideal candidate will possess an active security clearance and a proven background in Service Owner Management, complemented by the following valuable skills and experiences: Significant experience as a Service Owner or Deputy Service Owner in cloud transformation programs. A deep understanding of the GDS Service Standard, with a proven track record of successfully guiding services through the Discovery, Alpha, Beta, and Live phases. Expertise in owning, developing, or enhancing digital workplace, collaboration, productivity, end-user computing, knowledge management, or AI-enabled services, contributing to innovative solutions. Demonstrated strength in leading multidisciplinary teams across product management, user-centered design (UCD), architecture, business analysis, suppliers, and service management, fostering a collaborative environment. Proficiency in developing or contributing to business cases, with a focus on cost modelling, benefits realization, service transition, and workforce planning, driving organizational success. Strong capabilities in governance, assurance, and risk management, with experience in supporting service boards, executive reporting, and facilitating senior stakeholder decision-making. A practical understanding of ITIL 4 and its application in agile service delivery environments. Experience working in Tier 2/3 secure environments, particularly within the Government or defence, is highly desirable. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

SBA are currently supporting our Central Government client, who seeking a Data Privacy and Protection Specialist on an initial 5 month contract Location: London, Bristol OR Manchester (2 days p/w hybrid working) Expert Legal Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, including a comprehensive understanding of data protection principles and individual rights. Privacy qualifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) are highly desirable. Technical & AI Experience: Proven experience delivering data protection advice and work within digital projects, preferably involving Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning systems. Risk Assessment: Demonstrable ability to conduct and support Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) with a collaborative, pragmatic, and enabling attitude. Data Governance: Experience advising on data sharing agreements and implementing appropriate data transfer mechanisms. Collaboration & Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. Public Sector Experience (Desirable): Experience working in or with the public sector and an understanding of government ways of working NB: It would highly advantageous if applicants have active SC/recently lapsed SC To apply, please submit latest CV

Commercial Manager (Grants) Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Manager (Grants) for an initial 6-month assignment , with the possibility of extension. Location: London Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background in Commercial Management, along with the following skills and experience: Proven experience delivering end-to-end public sector procurements and grant competitions , ensuring fair, transparent, and compliant processes Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Experience in maintaining governance, assurance, and policy standards across grant programmes, ensuring value for money and effective risk management Ability to develop and review business cases in line with HMT Green Book or central government business case guidance , supporting funding decisions and programme outcomes Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, working collaboratively with policy, finance, and delivery teams to manage grant lifecycles and resolve issues Commercial acumen to negotiate, manage budgets, and monitor performance , ensuring grants deliver intended public value Knowledge of government commercial playbooks, sourcing strategies, and CCS frameworks , including call-offs, mini-competitions, and direct awards To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our defence client, who is seeking a Commercial Specialist (PFI) for an initial three-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Andover , Lichfield or Glasgow About the role: You will be responsible for designing, procuring and contracting for the replacement arrangements, in addition to the teams responsible for managing the current PFI contracts, including the full range of activities required to exit then effectively. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC and have a strong background in delivery PFI Commercial Management support, with the following skills and experience: Experience of designing and leading complex Category A procurements, with specific emphasis on hard and soft FM, and construction. Experience of PFI Full Lifecycle. Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015. Hands-on experience in managing procurements through CCS Frameworks. Experience of supporting and overseeing the end-to-end tendering process.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our defence client, who is seeking a Procurement Advisor for an initial six-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Flintshire About the role: You will be responsible for determining the appropriate commercial actions for requirements, including supply market analysis, draft strategy plans, contract management plans and facilitate key aspects of the delivery. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC and have a strong background in delivery Communication Management support, with the following skills and experience: Experience of the procurement of goods or services. Experience working with public sector regulations (ie PA23, PCR2015, DSPCR and UCR 2016) Knowledge of working on ERP systems

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking a Commercial Specialist (Energy) for an initial twelve-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Andover, Wyton, Whittington or Glasgow About the role: You will be responsible for providing commercial support focusing within Energy procurements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivery Commercial Management support, with the following skills and experience focusing on Energy Procurements: Strong knowledge across Commercial, Procurement, Contract Management & Supplier Management. Experience of working in Energy as a category specifically (Solar, Wind & Heat etc). Experience of full lifecycle proposals both internal and external projects/ partnerships.

PMO Analyst Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client in the central government who is seeking a PMO Analyst for an initial 12-month assignment. Location: London (Hybrid) The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background in Project Management Office (PMO) operations, with the following skills and experience: Proven experience in a PMO environment, with a track record of implementing best practice frameworks aligned with large-scale government project delivery standards and processes. Expertise in essential PMO functions, including program/project scheduling, documentation control, resource management, risk and issue management, program governance, budgeting and cost management, and change control. Strong capability to define and manage program documentation effectively. Demonstrable experience in document management, as well as lessons learned, benefits management, and change control processes. Proficiency in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and project scheduling and risk management tools, including Microsoft Project, JIRA, and Confluence. Experience in high-security government Tier 2 environments. Familiarity with structured delivery frameworks (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, Agile delivery in a governed environment). To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Commercial Manager (Grants) Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Manager (Grants) for an initial 6-month assignment , with the possibility of extension. Location: London Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background in Commercial Management, along with the following skills and experience: Proven experience delivering end-to-end public sector procurements and grant competitions , ensuring fair, transparent, and compliant processes Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Experience in maintaining governance, assurance, and policy standards across grant programmes, ensuring value for money and effective risk management Ability to develop and review business cases in line with HMT Green Book or central government business case guidance , supporting funding decisions and programme outcomes Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, working collaboratively with policy, finance, and delivery teams to manage grant lifecycles and resolve issues Commercial acumen to negotiate, manage budgets, and monitor performance , ensuring grants deliver intended public value Knowledge of government commercial playbooks, sourcing strategies, and CCS frameworks , including call-offs, mini-competitions, and direct awards To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our defence client, who is seeking a Commercial Specialist (PFI) for an initial three-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Andover , Lichfield or Glasgow About the role: You will be responsible for designing, procuring and contracting for the replacement arrangements, in addition to the teams responsible for managing the current PFI contracts, including the full range of activities required to exit then effectively. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC and have a strong background in delivery PFI Commercial Management support, with the following skills and experience: Experience of designing and leading complex Category A procurements, with specific emphasis on hard and soft FM, and construction. Experience of PFI Full Lifecycle. Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015. Hands-on experience in managing procurements through CCS Frameworks. Experience of supporting and overseeing the end-to-end tendering process.