Solos Consultants Ltd

Head of Payroll £35.88 per hour PAYE £48.99 per hour Umbrella Location: London / Hybrid 1 day a week onsite Contract: end Date February 2027 possible extension beyond this We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Payroll to join a large and complex organisation in London on a hybrid basis click apply for full job details

Digital Developer Location: Exeter - hybrid, 1-2 days per week in the officeContract: 6 monthsRate: £600 per day UmbrellaIR35: Inside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Digital Developer / Frontend Developer to join a government organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is a great opportunity for a frontend specialist to work on modern digital services within a collaborative, Agile environment, developing accessible and responsive user experiences and integrating with internally developed APIs and platforms. The Role You will work across the full software development lifecycle, from development and testing through to deployment and ongoing enhancement. You'll collaborate closely with design, product and technical teams to deliver high-quality digital solutions. Key responsibilities include: Developing responsive, accessible and high-quality user interfaces using React, Next.js and TypeScript Working with internal APIs and search indexes to deliver effective user experiences Collaborating with design and product teams to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces Maintaining and enhancing existing applications Participating in code reviews, testing and debugging Supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated testing Producing technical documentation and contributing to project requirements Working within Agile development practices Keeping up to date with modern frontend technologies and development best practice About You We're looking for a proven frontend developer with strong experience across modern JavaScript frameworks and a good understanding of software development practices. You'll ideally have: Strong commercial experience with React, Next.js and TypeScript Excellent knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript Experience integrating with APIs Familiarity with Elasticsearch/search indexes and SQL-based databases Experience using Git and modern development workflows Understanding of cloud environments, ideally Azure and/or AWS Experience with responsive and accessible web development Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience working in an Agile environment Desirable Experience with PyGeoAPI Experience with Jira and Confluence Experience working with geospatial/GIS technologies

Solos Consultants Ltd is recruiting an experienced Digital Developer to join a government organisation on a 6-month contract in Exeter, with hybrid working (1-2 days in the office). You will build modern frontend experiences using React, Next.js and TypeScript, delivering accessible, responsive interfaces and integrating with internal APIs. You will work across the full development lifecycle in an Agile team, collaborate with design and product, participate in code reviews, and contribute to

HR Consultant Job Evaluation £42,839 per annum Permanent Predominantly Remote Bristol Were currently recruiting for an experienced HR Consultant specialising in Job Evaluation to join a major public sector organisation in Bristol on a permanent basis. This is a brand-new role within the organisation and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to play a key role in shaping click apply for full job details

Senior Property Lawyer Location: Brighton & Hove Council / Remote Contract: Temporary Duration: 1 September November 2026 (potential extension beyond this date) Hours: 35 hours per week Rate: £40 per hour PAYE / £50 per hour Umbrella We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Property Lawyer to join a public sector legal team on an initial temporary contract through to the end of November. This is a fantastic opportunity for a property lawyer with local authority, public sector, or strong commercial property experience to work on a range of high-profile development and regeneration projects. The Role You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, helping to progress major property and housing projects and getting key schemes over the line. Key responsibilities will include: Providing legal advice on property and development matters. Supporting acquisitions and property transactions. Advising on development and regeneration schemes. Assisting with delivery models designed to address local housing needs. Working alongside housing and contracts legal teams. Supporting the development of several major estates/projects. Advising on governance requirements and preparing/reviewing Cabinet reports. Working collaboratively with internal teams and attending regular Teams meetings. Managing a varied caseload and ensuring projects progress effectively. About You We are looking for a confident and experienced property lawyer who can hit the ground running. You should have: Strong experience in property / real estate law. Experience working within a local authority, public sector or similar environment is highly desirable. Experience with acquisitions, development, regeneration or housing projects. A good understanding of governance and decision-making processes. The ability to provide practical, commercial legal advice. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to work independently in a remote environment while remaining an effective member of the wider legal team. This role offers remote working, although candidates must be comfortable attending virtual Teams meetings and collaborating closely with colleagues. If you're an experienced Property Lawyer looking for your next interim opportunity, apply now for immediate consideration.

Technical Infrastructure Architect Contract: Initial 6 months Rate: Up to £650 per day PAYE Working Pattern: Hybrid We're recruiting for an experienced Technical Infrastructure Architect to join a high-profile public sector transformation programme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise infrastructure solutions across a complex technology estate. Working closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams and delivery partners, you'll help shape secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure that supports critical business services. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of enterprise infrastructure architecture. Produce high- and low-level technical designs. Assess existing infrastructure and define future-state architecture. Develop migration and transition strategies across core infrastructure services. Provide architecture governance and technical assurance. Work collaboratively with stakeholders, suppliers and project teams. Ensure solutions align with security, operational and architectural standards. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Infrastructure Architect within a large, complex environment. Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, Microsoft 365, networking, identity and access management, cloud and cyber security. Experience delivering infrastructure architecture within large transformation programmes. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions. If you're an experienced Technical Infrastructure Architect looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for further information.

Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation £600 per day Umbrella (£445.25 PAYE) London Hybrid Working 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension) We are currently supporting a large and high-profile London-based public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation to support the delivery of a major corporate transformation agenda. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced transformation professional with a strong track record of delivering large-scale organisational change, service improvement, and culture change programmes within complex public sector or local government environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and delivering transformation initiatives across multiple business areas, working closely with senior leadership teams to drive organisational improvement, operational effectiveness, and resident-focused outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex organisational transformation programmes across multiple workstreams Drive service redesign, operational improvement, and culture change initiatives Support the development and implementation of corporate transformation strategies and delivery plans Provide leadership to multidisciplinary transformation teams including Programme Managers, Business Analysts, Delivery Managers, and Change professionals Establish and maintain effective programme governance, reporting, risk, and benefits management frameworks Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders including Executive Leadership Teams, Directors, and external partners Champion best practice programme delivery and change management methodologies across the organisation Support strategic decision-making through insight, analysis, and delivery assurance Key Requirements: Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within local government, public sector, or similarly complex environments Strong background in organisational change, operating model redesign, and service transformation Experience leading multidisciplinary programme and transformation teams Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive and board level Strong understanding of governance, programme delivery, benefits realisation, and change management frameworks Experience working within politically sensitive or highly regulated environments Relevant programme/project management qualifications such as MSP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-impact transformation programme within a forward-thinking organisation undergoing significant change. To discuss the opportunity further or to be considered, please apply with your updated CV.

ICP Manager HV/LV Connections Nottingham (Preferred, Flexible) £50,000 £80,000 per annum + Package Permanent Were working in partnership with a well-established UK contractor with a strong reputation across infrastructure, electrical services, and specialist civil engineering. As part of continued growth and expansion into the utilities sector, they are now seeking an experienced ICP Manager to le click apply for full job details

Electrical Compliance Officer Nottingham (Hybrid 1 day per week in office) £30£38 per hour Umbrella (DOE) Contract / Temporary Were currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Compliance Officer to support a busy local authority estates function in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team responsible for maintaining statutory compliance across a dive click apply for full job details

Electrical Compliance Officer Nottingham (Hybrid 1 day per week in office) £30£38 per hour Umbrella (DOE) Contract / Temporary Were currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Compliance Officer to support a busy local authority estates function in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team responsible for maintaining statutory compliance across a dive click apply for full job details

Electrical Compliance Officer Nottingham (Hybrid 1 day per week in office) £30£38 per hour Umbrella (DOE) Contract / Temporary Were currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Compliance Officer to support a busy local authority estates function in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team responsible for maintaining statutory compliance across a dive click apply for full job details

Test Manager (Contract) DV Clearance Eligible Location: On-site Milton Keynes (with occasional travel to London) Rate: Up to £503 per day Umbrella (inside IR35) Duration: Initial 6 months We are working with a highly respected government-facing organisation delivering critical services and solutions in secure environments. They are seeking an experienced Test Manager to lead and assure quality across complex delivery programmes. This is a hands-on leadership role where you ll take ownership of the end-to-end testing strategy, working closely with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure robust, high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver test strategies aligned to both functional and non-functional requirements Assess testability and shape effective, risk-based testing approaches Engage with business and operational stakeholders to agree test solutions Produce and maintain comprehensive test documentation Lead defect management, ensuring prioritisation aligns with business needs Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently Support go-live and deployment activities Navigate operational constraints and evolving delivery pressures Skills & Experience Required Strong Test Management experience (ISTQB Advanced Test Manager or equivalent preferred) Experience working in secure or Tier 2 environments Knowledge of: Test management and automation tools Non-functional testing (performance, load, stress, soak testing) CI/CD pipelines Cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) SQL for data interrogation Virtual environments (e.g. VMware) Basic networking concepts (e.g. Cisco) Ability to take a business-focused, operational view of testing Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Additional Requirements Must be a sole British national (no dual nationality) Must have lived in the UK for at least 2 of the past 5 years Eligible and willing to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) clearance Ability to work on-site full-time in Milton Keynes Working Arrangements Full-time (37.5 48 hours per week) On-site role no remote or hybrid working available Occasional travel within the UK (expenses reimbursed where applicable) Important Information This role falls inside IR35 Engagement via PAYE or compliant umbrella company 7-day notice period Candidates must not have worked in a similar role with this end client in the past 6 months If you re an experienced Test Manager looking to work on impactful, secure programmes where quality is critical, we d be keen to speak with you. Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.