Policy Advisor/Strategist (Digital Inclusion and Accessibility) Contract: 6 Months Location: Flexible base, 2-3 days per week onsite Day Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Policy Advisor and Strategic Specialist to join a high-profile central government project. This role focuses on shaping and implementing policies that drive diversity and inclusion across public services, requiring strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines. Key Responsibilities Draft ministerial briefs and papers for senior decision-makers Prepare responses to parliamentary questions, particularly on diversity and inclusion Develop and draft policy documents aligned with government objectives Provide briefings to senior civil servants and ministers Build strong relationships and collaborate with stakeholders across departments Essential Skills Experience Previous central government experience is essential Proven ability in policy development and implementation Strong written and verbal communication skills for high-level briefings Excellent stakeholder management ? proactive and results-driven Why Apply? This is an opportunity to influence policy at the highest level and make a tangible impact on inclusion and accessibility within public services. Deadline: Applications close Wednesday, 7th January - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Jan 10, 2026
Contractor
Policy Advisor/Strategist (Digital Inclusion and Accessibility) Contract: 6 Months Location: Flexible base, 2-3 days per week onsite Day Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Policy Advisor and Strategic Specialist to join a high-profile central government project. This role focuses on shaping and implementing policies that drive diversity and inclusion across public services, requiring strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines. Key Responsibilities Draft ministerial briefs and papers for senior decision-makers Prepare responses to parliamentary questions, particularly on diversity and inclusion Develop and draft policy documents aligned with government objectives Provide briefings to senior civil servants and ministers Build strong relationships and collaborate with stakeholders across departments Essential Skills Experience Previous central government experience is essential Proven ability in policy development and implementation Strong written and verbal communication skills for high-level briefings Excellent stakeholder management ? proactive and results-driven Why Apply? This is an opportunity to influence policy at the highest level and make a tangible impact on inclusion and accessibility within public services. Deadline: Applications close Wednesday, 7th January - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
IT Support Analyst, Salisbury/Hybrid, 30K- 35K (Must be eligible for Security Clearance - min 5 years UK residency) We're looking for an enthusiastic, proactive Support Analyst to be part of a small Service Desk team based in Tilshead. You will provide effective and efficient technical support to users mainly over the phone, but also sometimes in person. What You'll Do: Provide IT support to users via the IT Service Desk Handle and manage incoming calls and online requests and log within the Service Management tool (Halo). Through troubleshooting and fault diagnosis, triage and resolve user issues as a ?first call fix? wherever possible; escalate to agreed 2nd line support teams as appropriate and ensure customers are kept informed of progress. Provide on-site support in regions as required. Assist the IT Service Desk Lead in preparing IT Operations, management information and reports. Conduct software license management activities associated with user requests. Ensure all assets are managed and tracked throughout the asset's lifecycle. Experience/Skills You'll Need: Windows 10 and 11, MS Office 2016, 2019, O365. Experience working in a distributed/hybrid multi-office environment. IT Service tickets (incidents, requests, problems) End user-device installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Windows desktops, laptops and Android tablets IT Security good practices Software license management and tracking. Experience supporting end user network connectivity (Broadband, 4G, Starlink). ITIL v4 Foundation CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent recent certification. UK Drivers License - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
IT Support Analyst, Salisbury/Hybrid, 30K- 35K (Must be eligible for Security Clearance - min 5 years UK residency) We're looking for an enthusiastic, proactive Support Analyst to be part of a small Service Desk team based in Tilshead. You will provide effective and efficient technical support to users mainly over the phone, but also sometimes in person. What You'll Do: Provide IT support to users via the IT Service Desk Handle and manage incoming calls and online requests and log within the Service Management tool (Halo). Through troubleshooting and fault diagnosis, triage and resolve user issues as a ?first call fix? wherever possible; escalate to agreed 2nd line support teams as appropriate and ensure customers are kept informed of progress. Provide on-site support in regions as required. Assist the IT Service Desk Lead in preparing IT Operations, management information and reports. Conduct software license management activities associated with user requests. Ensure all assets are managed and tracked throughout the asset's lifecycle. Experience/Skills You'll Need: Windows 10 and 11, MS Office 2016, 2019, O365. Experience working in a distributed/hybrid multi-office environment. IT Service tickets (incidents, requests, problems) End user-device installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Windows desktops, laptops and Android tablets IT Security good practices Software license management and tracking. Experience supporting end user network connectivity (Broadband, 4G, Starlink). ITIL v4 Foundation CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent recent certification. UK Drivers License - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
SENIOR USER RESEARCHER (INFOSEC) - 6 MONTHS CONTRACT - HYBRID 2 DAYS ON SITE OR WHEN REQUESTED FOR MEETINGS - RATE 650 PD INSIDE IR35 - MUST BE SC CLEARED This role is Hybrid and can be based in either Manchester/London or Bristol. Meetings will be in London We are after an SC Cleared Senior User Researcher to join a busy Government client in their Information Security Department Experience Proven user researchers with experience of working with internal participants and building understanding of technical subjects Helping teams adopt a wide range of user research methods, analysis Planning and designing a range of User Research activities Working closely with product managers, engineers and security experts to turn user research findings into stories and actions that lead to valuable improvements to privileged access management (PAM). Presenting at meetups, writing blog posts Skills Privilege Access Management (PAM) Excellent Communication skills Working in a secure environment within Government or Central Government Application of research methods Understanding of the social and technological context for government services PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY
Jan 06, 2026
Contractor
SENIOR USER RESEARCHER (INFOSEC) - 6 MONTHS CONTRACT - HYBRID 2 DAYS ON SITE OR WHEN REQUESTED FOR MEETINGS - RATE 650 PD INSIDE IR35 - MUST BE SC CLEARED This role is Hybrid and can be based in either Manchester/London or Bristol. Meetings will be in London We are after an SC Cleared Senior User Researcher to join a busy Government client in their Information Security Department Experience Proven user researchers with experience of working with internal participants and building understanding of technical subjects Helping teams adopt a wide range of user research methods, analysis Planning and designing a range of User Research activities Working closely with product managers, engineers and security experts to turn user research findings into stories and actions that lead to valuable improvements to privileged access management (PAM). Presenting at meetups, writing blog posts Skills Privilege Access Management (PAM) Excellent Communication skills Working in a secure environment within Government or Central Government Application of research methods Understanding of the social and technological context for government services PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY
