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We're hiring a Content Designer for a large Central Government department project. You need to have previous Central Government experience and be comfortable working to GDS Service Standards.Skills: Agile working (content design). You are aware of and understand agile methodology and can apply an agile mindset to your work. You can work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and use an iterative and flexible approach to enable rapid delivery. You are unafraid to take risks, willing to learn from mistakes and appreciate the importance of agile project delivery to digital projects in government. Content concepts and prototyping. You understand different prototyping techniques, from paper sketches to coded prototypes and can use them to visualise content in context. You can choose the best option to make content understandable to different audiences and to demonstrate a proposed approach to content changes or improvements. You can show the value of prototyping to the team. User focus. You can identify tasks that will provide insights into a problem. You can formulate hypotheses, gain insights from data and user research and make decisions on findings. You understand the range of different users who might access content and services and can identify their needs based on evidence. You can translate user stories into content that meets users’ needs and propose suitable design approaches. You can use quantitative and qualitative data about users to turn user insights into outcomes. User-centred content design. You design content to meet user needs and make complex language and processes easy to understand. You can present the right information in the right format for what users need. You have robust experience of writing, editing and publishing digital content with experience of using content management systems and content production processes to publish content. You write in plain language in a way that users understand, making information accessible to all. You understand government accessibility requirements and can design content that works with common assistive technologies. You use data, research and evidence to review and evaluate content to make improvements. You consistently and effectively apply content standards and style guidelines to your work. You work to continuously improve content and understand why content lifecycle management is important. You can work autonomously.

We are looking for a Solution Architect with substantial hands-on experience with SAP systems, including implementation, customisation, and optimisation. The project is working on an ETMP migration.

We're looking for an experienced Delivery Manager for a UK Government agency, home-based working with office attendance as required. Minimum Requirements: D365 F&O experience Understanding and being able to plan out the key activities Awareness of typical risks and issues and how to mitigate them Bringing resources together from multiple sources to deliver the activities Project and Delivery Management experience A real drive and tenacity to ensure people are aware of what they need to do and do it Ability to always bring things back to the plan and do what it takes to keep the plan on track Unblocking blockers to make this happen

We're looking for an experienced Lead Data Engineer to join a team responsible for all development, maintenance and management of the Physical Data Model (PDM) and databases across multiple cloud-based platforms. Your role:Perform updates and changes to the Physical Data Model Designing and building PostgreSQL functions called from the API tier Act as an SME on the Physical Data Model to become a trusted advisor to other teams that have data requirements and translate these into deployable changes Collaborate with the Data Architect to improve the PDM and surrounding processes Support and mentor members of the Physical Data Model team Work with the delivery manager to develop issues in Jira that are refined and detailed enough to be considered ready for development Working closely with the Logical Data Model (LDM) team on collaborative tasks and helping keep both teams aligned Lead data workshops with key stakeholders across business, data and system areas helping to formalise and document requirements.  Own data architecture and design artefacts aligned to CDIO standards. Refining of SQL queries and functions to be more performant Design and implement unit and regression tests on the database Co-own the CI/CD deployment pipeline with senior/lead DAL developer(s) deploying the PDM components as code, using Liqiubase Performing impact analysis on releases to pre-empt any issues these may cause and performing deployments. Ownership of cloud-based data platforms and their performance (e.g. Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server) Reviews reference data changes for impact to coupled code Your skills and experience:Experience of designing/working with generic/abstract data models Experience with data modelling tools - preferably SparxEA Experience creating and maintaining data and design artefacts Strong problem-solving abilities in the context of complex data models Strong experience with PostgreSQL Experience creating and tuning complex SQL queries (e.g. self-referencing hierarchies, KVP structures) Strong experience with Database as Code tools – preferably Liquibase Experience with cloud based database platforms – preferably Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server Experience working in Agile delivery – particularly Scrum & SAFe.

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect for a Central Government department contract for discovery, design and impact assessment associated with banking migration.You'll need:Excellent stakeholder management skills Enterprise wide experience of transforming payments process and capability.   Must be familiar with core payments process and different types of payment mechanism including BACS and Faster payments.   Experience of open banking is an advantage

We are seeking a highly skilled Agile Delivery Manager. The successful candidate will have a strong background in agile project delivery, GDS standards, SOW management, and experience of working with Consultancies within the central government sector . Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage agile project delivery using Scrum or Kanban methodologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. Collaborate closely with central government clients, product owners, developers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements, prioritize tasks, and manage the product backlog. Implement and uphold GDS standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance and delivering user-centric digital services. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Statement of Work (SOW), and project documentation, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project objectives. Facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, fostering a collaborative and agile working environment. Manage risks, issues, and dependencies proactively, implementing effective mitigation strategies and ensuring timely resolution. Monitor project progress and performance metrics, providing regular updates to stakeholders and adapting plans as required to achieve project goals. Utilize consultancy expertise to provide strategic advice, guidance, and support to clients, driving digital transformation and innovation within the central government sector. Champion continuous improvement and agile best practices within the team and across the organization, driving innovation and excellence in project delivery. Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience as an Agile Delivery Manager or similar role, managing complex digital projects from inception to completion. Strong understanding and practical application of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and principles. Experience working with GDS standards and familiarity with the UK government digital landscape. Demonstrable experience in managing Statement of Work (SOW) and project budgets effectively. Previous experience working within the central government sector is essential. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail. Certified Scrum Master or equivalent agile certification is desirable.