Data Quality Analyst

£500/day – Outside IR35

London – 3 Days onsite

6 Month Contract

About:

Our client, a leading financial services organisation, is looking for a Data Quality Analyst to help improve the quality, accuracy and reliability of business-critical data across the organisation.

This role sits within the Data Management function and will play a key part in ensuring data is fit for purpose, measurable and trusted. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders, data owners and analytics teams to define quality standards, investigate data issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Define data quality rules, measures and tolerances for critical business data.
• Analyse and profile data using Excel and other accessible tools.
• Identify trends, anomalies and data quality risks.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for reporting and analytics teams.
• Support the development and testing of data quality dashboards.
• Monitor data quality performance and investigate exceptions.
• Conduct root cause analysis and provide evidence-based findings.
• Work with data owners and stewards to develop remediation plans.
• Track improvements and assess whether actions are delivering sustainable results.
• Maintain clear and auditable documentation of rules, controls, issues and actions.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience working as a Data Quality Analyst
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
• Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into measurable data standards.
• Experience investigating data issues and performing root cause analysis.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Data Governance or Data Management principles.
• Experience working with data quality frameworks.
• SQL or data querying experience.
• Experience supporting reporting or dashboard development
• Experience within financial services or another regulated environment

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

User Researcher

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced User Researcher to join a growing digital consultancy and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create user-centred products and services.

You will work closely with Product Managers, Designers, Developers and fellow User Researchers to deliver impactful research that deepens understanding of user needs and behaviours. Your insights will help shape products and services that solve real-world problems and create meaningful user experiences.

As the lead researcher within your team, you will recommend and deliver the most effective research approaches, ensuring teams can make informed, evidence-based decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Managers, Designers, Developers and other User Researchers to plan and deliver high-impact research.
• Develop a strong understanding of users to inform product and service design decisions.
• Lead user research activities within your team, selecting appropriate methodologies to generate valuable insights.
• Plan and conduct qualitative research, including remote and in-person interviews, observations, diary studies, concept testing and usability testing.
• Use quantitative research methods, such as surveys, to uncover actionable insights and work alongside analytics specialists to enrich findings.
• Consider the end-to-end user journey, including business, policy and technical constraints that may influence the user experience.
• Present research findings clearly and engage teams in analysis and synthesis activities to build empathy for users.
• Support the adoption of user-centred design principles and user research best practices across teams and the wider organisation.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading user research programmes using a range of behavioural and attitudinal research methods, with a strong understanding of when to apply them.
• Experience working across multiple stages of the product or service lifecycle, from discovery and exploration through to design and delivery.
• Existing Security Check (SC) Clearance or eligibility to obtain it, including meeting UK residency requirements.
• Experience working with Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and applying GDS design principles.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, stakeholder management and facilitation skills.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary agile teams, leading research activities and influencing product or service design through user insights.
• Familiarity with using prototypes to test hypotheses, validate assumptions and evaluate user journeys.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques used for both remote and in-person research.

Desirable Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Human-Computer Interaction, User Experience or a related discipline.
• Experience recruiting and engaging diverse user groups to support the delivery of accessible and inclusive services.
• A passion for continuous learning and applying emerging technologies and approaches to enhance research practices and client outcomes.

About You

You are passionate about user-centred design, critical thinking and problem solving. You enjoy collaborating with others, sharing knowledge and helping teams create intuitive digital products and services that meet genuine user needs.

You are comfortable working in fast-paced, collaborative environments and are excited by the opportunity to influence the design and delivery of impactful digital services.

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to join a growing and collaborative digital community that actively shares knowledge, expertise and best practice.
• Exposure to a broad range of complex and meaningful projects across both public and private sector organisations.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development, learning and career growth.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunities to travel to client sites when required by project needs.

If you are an experienced User Researcher looking to make a meaningful impact through user-centred design and research, we’d love to hear from you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Full Stack Engineer – Generative AI

About the Opportunity

A leading technology-focused organisation is seeking a talented Full Stack Engineer to help design, build and scale innovative Generative AI solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI applications, contribute to production-grade platforms and collaborate with skilled professionals in a highly innovative environment.

The role offers exposure to emerging technologies, significant learning opportunities and the chance to influence both technical delivery and broader business initiatives.

The Role

As a Full Stack Engineer, you will:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop Generative AI proof-of-concepts using technologies such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and intelligent agents.
• Scale successful proof-of-concepts into robust, production-ready solutions.
• Design and develop full stack applications across both AI-driven and traditional software projects.
• Support the development of infrastructure that enables secure, scalable and reliable end-to-end solutions.
• Explore emerging technologies and apply new innovations to real-world challenges.
• Share knowledge across the team through coaching, mentoring and technical guidance.

Additional Opportunities

Business Development

You will have the opportunity to:

• Lead or contribute to proposals, bids, RFP responses and customer presentations.
• Help develop new service offerings and innovative solutions.
• Participate in customer engagement and business development activities.

Internal Initiatives

You may also contribute to:

• Internal campaigns, thought leadership activities and whitepaper development.
• Recruitment, team-building initiatives and practice operations.
• The evolution of technical capabilities, services and offerings.

Learning & Development

The organisation is committed to continuous professional growth, offering:

• Access to training and industry-recognised certifications.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in emerging technologies and high-demand areas, including Generative AI.
• A collaborative environment that supports ongoing learning and career progression.

Skills & Experience

Eligibility

• Must hold active SC (Security Check) Clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain this level of clearance.

Technical Expertise

Backend Development

• Experience building microservices using Python with FastAPI, TypeScript with Express, or equivalent technologies.

Frontend Development

• Experience developing React applications using TypeScript.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as Next.js, Vite, or similar.

Generative AI Technologies

• Experience with Generative AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, Vercel AI, or equivalent tools.
• Practical experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs), including platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, Llama, or similar.
• Familiarity with tools that support local or hosted model deployment.

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Proficiency in AWS or Azure for application hosting and deployment.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes and Docker Compose.
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform.
• Experience with CI/CD platforms including GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, or similar.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools for AI applications and services.

Database Technologies

• Experience with vector databases such as ChromaDB, Pinecone, PGVector, Qdrant, MongoDB, or similar solutions.
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases.
• Experience working with SQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL or equivalent.

Version Control

• Strong experience using Git and modern version control platforms.

Working Practices

• Experience working within Agile delivery environments.

Communication Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where innovation, collaboration and professional growth are central to success. You will work on impactful projects, contribute to the adoption of emerging technologies and play a key role in delivering next-generation AI solutions.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Senior Service Designer

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Automation Engineer
5 days a week on-site in Farnborough
£550-£650 a day Inside IR35
Requires Active SC Clearance

We are recruiting an Automation Engineer to support the delivery of critical defence programmes within a secure environment. This is a fully onsite role in Farnborough, requiring candidates to hold active SC clearance and be comfortable working on sensitive projects.

Key Skills

• Ansible
• Terraform
• Bash
• PowerShell
• Python (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain infrastructure and configuration automation.
• Build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.
• Create and manage Ansible playbooks for system deployment and configuration.
• Develop scripting solutions using Bash and PowerShell.
• Support secure, scalable, and repeatable deployment processes.
• Work closely with infrastructure, platform, and engineering teams within a defence setting.

Requirements

• Active SC Clearance (essential).
• Proven automation engineering experience.
• Strong Ansible, Terraform, Bash, and PowerShell skills.
• Experience working in secure or defence environments.
• Python knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering important solutions across the UK defence sector.

To learn more, please do reach out to Jess Walrond at Sanderson Government and Defence at [email protected]

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Junior Data Manager
Remote with 1 day a week to Reading
£450-£500 a day Inside IR35
Requires Active SC Clearance

We are seeking a motivated and conscientious Junior Data Manager to support the delivery of critical programmes and business operations within the Defence sector. This role is ideal for an individual with strong data management and reporting capabilities, particularly in Power BI, who is looking to develop their career in a complex, highly regulated, and fast-paced environment.

Working alongside programme, project, and business stakeholders, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity, producing management information, developing insightful dashboards, and coordinating key governance activities. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting informed decision-making through the effective management and presentation of data.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management & Governance

• Maintain and administer programme and business data repositories, registers, and tracking tools.
• Ensure data is accurate, current, and managed in accordance with governance and security requirements.
• Monitor data quality and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the management of risks, actions, issues, and dependencies through established tracking processes.
• Maintain document libraries and ensure information is stored and managed appropriately.

Reporting & Business Intelligence

• Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI.
• Produce regular performance, delivery, and management information reports for stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Analyse trends and provide data-driven insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop reporting solutions that improve visibility of programme performance, delivery milestones, and business outcomes.
• Support the continuous improvement of reporting processes and data visualisation standards.

Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate governance activities including meetings, reviews, and reporting cycles.
• Capture meeting outputs, actions, and decisions, ensuring they are accurately documented and communicated.
• Track actions through to completion and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with project teams, analysts, delivery managers, and senior stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of governance packs, briefing materials, and progress reports.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience developing dashboards, reports, and visualisations using Power BI.
• Excellent data analysis and information management skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft 365 suite.
• Experience maintaining data repositories, trackers, registers, or management information systems.
• Ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Writes and speaks with ease.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience within the Defence, Government, Aerospace, Security, or National Security sectors.
• Knowledge of project controls, governance, risk management, or PMO functions.
• Experience using Power Apps, SharePoint, or other Microsoft Power Platform technologies.
• Familiarity with secure environments and information assurance principles.
• Understanding of programme or project delivery methodologies.

To learn more, please do reach out to Jess Walrond at Sanderson Government and Defence at [email protected]

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.