80 management jobs found in Manchester

Security Operations Consultant – SC Cleared 📍 Remote | 💷 £600–£650 per day (Outside IR35) | ⏳ 3–6 months initial contract, likely extension | 🏛️ Central Government The Role We're seeking an experienced Security Operations Consultant to support a central government department's security operations function. This is a client-side role, working directly within the department to strengthen and mature their security operations capability. Key Responsibilities Support and advise on day-to-day Security Operations Centre (SOC) activity, including alert triage and escalation processes Assist with incident detection, investigation, and response Advise on SIEM tooling, use case development, and logging/alerting strategy Support vulnerability management processes: prioritisation, remediation tracking, and reporting Review and enhance security policies, playbooks, and incident response runbooks Act as a bridge between technical security teams and departmental stakeholders,...

SQL Server Warehouse Consultant (Contract) 3-Month Initial Contract Pay up to £595/day Hybrid -Manchester Area Outside IR35 The Role We're looking for a SQL Server Performance & Data Warehouse Consultant to lead a critical optimisation programme across a large-scale Microsoft SQL Server estate. This is a hands-on consultancy engagement focused on identifying and resolving performance, storage, and scalability challenges within an enterprise data platform. The headline environment is an 80TB SQL Server 2022 Data Warehouse, and we're looking for someone who can quickly assess the landscape, identify root causes, implement improvements, and leave the team with a clear roadmap for the future. This isn't a role for someone who only looks at SQL Server in isolation. You'll be expected to investigate performance across the entire stack, including infrastructure, storage, virtualisation, networking, and operating systems, ensuring bottlenecks are identified...

Senior Risk Manager (Contract) Location: Manchester City Centre Day Rate: £550 per day (All-In) Contract: 12 Months IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join a high-profile public sector programme delivering major infrastructure projects across Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contractor to take ownership of project and programme risk management, working with senior stakeholders to identify, assess and mitigate risks across a complex portfolio. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading risk management across multiple projects and programmes Developing and maintaining project risk registers Facilitating risk workshops with key stakeholders Carrying out qualitative and quantitative risk analysis (QRA/QSRA) Producing risk reports and recommendations for senior leadership Supporting Project Managers with risk mitigation strategies Reviewing project...

Senior Risk Manager (Contract) Location: Manchester City Centre Day Rate: £550 per day (All-In) Contract: 12 Months IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join a high-profile public sector programme delivering major infrastructure projects across Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contractor to take ownership of project and programme risk management, working with senior stakeholders to identify, assess and mitigate risks across a complex portfolio. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading risk management across multiple projects and programmes Developing and maintaining project risk registers Facilitating risk workshops with key stakeholders Carrying out qualitative and quantitative risk analysis (QRA/QSRA) Producing risk reports and recommendations for senior leadership Supporting Project Managers with risk mitigation strategies Reviewing project...

Senior Risk Manager (Contract) Location: Manchester City Centre Day Rate: £550 per day (All-In) Contract: 12 Months IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join a high-profile public sector programme delivering major infrastructure projects across Greater Manchester click apply for full job details

SQL Server Warehouse Consultant (Contract) 3-Month Initial Contract Pay up to £595/day Hybrid - Manchester Area Outside IR35 The Role We're looking for a SQL Server Performance & Data Warehouse Consultant to lead a critical optimisation programme across a large-scale Microsoft SQL Server estate. This is a hands-on consultancy engagement focused on identifying and resolving performance, storage, and scalability challenges within an enterprise data platform. The headline environment is an 80TB SQL Server 2022 Data Warehouse, and we're looking for someone who can quickly assess the landscape, identify root causes, implement improvements, and leave the team with a clear roadmap for the future. This isn't a role for someone who only looks at SQL Server in isolation. You'll be expected to investigate performance across the entire stack, including infrastructure, storage, virtualisation, networking, and operating systems, ensuring bottlenecks are identified...

Ambient Voice Technology Adoption Coordinator/Change Manager  We are looking for an experienced AVT Adoption Coordinator to support the implementation and adoption of Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) across a large-scale healthcare transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and engaging professional with experience in digital transformation, clinical system adoption, or change management within healthcare environments. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring clinicians and operational teams successfully adopt AVT, helping to deliver tangible improvements in efficiency, productivity, and patient care. Working closely with clinical, operational, and digital stakeholders, you will act as the bridge between technology deployment and day-to-day clinical use. Success in this role will require strong stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a passion for supporting digital innovation in healthcare. Key...

Role: Techincal Business Analyst Duration: 6 Months Location: Remote/2 days a week in Manchester Rate: £400-450 per day OUTSIDE IR35 We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join a major network transformation programme focused on improving network access, security and governance across a complex enterprise environment. Working closely with Architects, Infrastructure teams and Security SMEs, you will analyse network, user and system data to identify dependencies, access requirements and opportunities for improvement. The role is highly analytical, requiring someone who can interpret complex information, define requirements and support key technical and business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for a Business Analyst with experience across infrastructure, security, IAM, network segmentation or ServiceNow/CMDB initiatives who enjoys solving complex problems and working within large-scale technology programmes. Responsibilities Analyse requirements,...

Business Analyst: Insurance Outside IR35 Hybrid with travel across the UK required. We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to provide specialist consultancy services on a business-critical transformation programme within the insurance sector. Working alongside business stakeholders and delivery teams, you will analyse current business processes, map end-to-end customer journeys and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process optimisation and automation. This is a deliverables-focused consultancy engagement suited to an experienced independent contractor operating outside IR35. Key Deliverables Analyse existing business processes and operating models across insurance functions. Produce high-quality As-Is and To-Be process maps using recognised process modelling techniques (eg BPMN). Map end-to-end customer journeys, identifying pain points, bottlenecks and areas for service improvement. Facilitate workshops with business stakeholders to gather,...

Senior Programme Manager - Data, AI & Digital Transformation - £700 per day - Outside IR35- 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Manchester airport - 2-3 days a week on site. Were supporting a global organisation undertaking one of the largest digital transformation programmes in its history. As part of a major investment in Data, Analytics, Automation and AI, were seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategically significant global transformation programme. This is a high-profile leadership role, operating at Executive Committee (ExCo) level and partnering with senior business and technology leaders to shape strategy, govern delivery and ensure transformational initiatives deliver measurable commercial value. Youll be responsible for driving complex programmes across an international environment, balancing strategic priorities, governance, financial oversight and successful business outcomes. The Role -...

Senior Programme Manager - Data, AI & Digital Transformation - £700 per day - Outside IR35- 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Manchester airport - 2-3 days a week on site. Were supporting a global organisation undertaking one of the largest digital transformation programmes in its history. As part of a major investment in Data, Analytics, Automation and AI, were seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategically significant global transformation programme. This is a high-profile leadership role, operating at Executive Committee (ExCo) level and partnering with senior business and technology leaders to shape strategy, govern delivery and ensure transformational initiatives deliver measurable commercial value. Youll be responsible for driving complex programmes across an international environment, balancing strategic priorities, governance, financial oversight and successful business outcomes. The Role -...

PPC Specialist (Contract) UK Remote/Hybrid | 2-3 Days Per Week | Competitive Day Rate Looking for your next PPC contract? We're partnering with a fast-growing specialist digital marketing agency seeking an experienced Google Ads specialist to support its expanding portfolio of clients on a 2-3 day per week contract . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced freelancer or consultant who enjoys taking ownership of paid search performance and delivering measurable commercial results, without unnecessary layers of management. You'll be trusted to manage campaigns from strategy through to optimisation, helping local businesses generate high-quality leads and maximise return on ad spend. The Role Working closely with the wider performance marketing team, you'll be responsible for: Managing and optimising Google Ads campaigns across multiple client accounts Conducting keyword research, competitor analysis and audience targeting Creating and testing...

Senior Programme Manager - Data, AI & Digital Transformation - £700 per day - Outside IR35- 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Manchester airport - 2-3 days a week on site. Were supporting a global organisation undertaking one of the largest digital transformation programmes in its history. As part of a major investment in Data, Analytics, Automation and AI, were seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategically significant global transformation programme. This is a high-profile leadership role, operating at Executive Committee (ExCo) level and partnering with senior business and technology leaders to shape strategy, govern delivery and ensure transformational initiatives deliver measurable commercial value. You'll be responsible for driving complex programmes across an international environment, balancing strategic priorities, governance, financial oversight and successful business outcomes. The Role -...

IT Project Manager - Low Code Platform Implementation Outside IR35 | 6 months | Manchester We have an opportunity for a best in class IT Project Manager to lead the implementation of a low-code CRM/workflow automation platform within a growing financial services organisation. This is a hands-on delivery role in a low-maturity project environment, where governance, templates and delivery structures are still being established. The successful contractor will be expected to create structure while delivering, taking ownership of both delivery execution and light-touch governance setup. What will you be doing? Lead the end-to-end implementation of the already selcted low-code platform. Establish pragmatic, lightweight project governance. Create and maintain core delivery artefacts (plans, RAID logs, reporting, change control). Manage delivery across business and technical workstreams. Coordinate internal stakeholders, SMEs and third-party implementation...

IT Project Manager - Low Code Platform Implentation Outside IR35 | 6 Months | Hybrid (Manchester – 2 days per week onsite) We have an opportunity for a IT Project Manager to lead the implementation of a low-code CRM / workflow automation platform within a growing financial services organisation. This is a hands-on delivery role in a low-maturity project environment , where governance, templates and delivery structures are still being established. The successful contractor will be expected to create structure while delivering , taking ownership of both delivery execution and light-touch governance setup. What will you be doing? Lead the end-to-end implementation of the already selcted low-code platform. Establish pragmatic, lightweight project governance. Create and maintain core delivery artefacts (plans, RAID logs, reporting, change control). Manage delivery across business and technical workstreams. Coordinate internal stakeholders, SMEs and...

Interim Strategic Projects Support (Fractional) Private Equity-Backed Renewable energy Business Manchester | 3 days per week | Outside IR35 | £400–500 per day | Immediate Start MH020726 We're supporting a private equity-backed renewable energy business seeking an experienced Project Accountant / Strategic Projects individual to join on a fractional basis (3 days per week). Working closely with the COO, you will play a pivotal role in driving a range of operational and finance focused projects and initiatives. This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys bringing structure, pace and accountability across a fast-growing, project focused, PE-backed environment. The Role Provide day-to-day support to the COO across a broad range of operational and strategic priorities. Establish and manage project governance, timelines and reporting across integration, operational and finance initiatives. Work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations and...

Design Manager – Water About the Role We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to work for our growing engineering design consultancy. You will lead and deliver multidisciplinary design projects within the water industry . This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing design teams, ensuring high-quality technical delivery, and meeting programme and safety expectations across regulated infrastructure projects. THE ROLE CAN BE PERMANENT OR CONTRACT (OUTSIDE IR35), FULL TIME AND BASED MAINLY FROM THE MANCHESTER OFFICE, HOWEVER HYBRID WORKING ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE DISCUSSED. Key Responsibilities Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduate staff Grow the design team while fostering a positive, collaborative working culture Lead the design process on complex, multidisciplinary water industry projects Shape, challenge, and continuously improve design processes and procedures Ensure all design work is undertaken in...

Senior Network Automation Engineer 6-month contract Outside IR35  Hybrid - 2 days a week in Manchester Active SC Clearance Required We're looking for a Senior Network Automation Engineer to join a consultancy delivering large-scale transformation across cloud and network infrastructure. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone passionate about Infrastructure as Code, automation and modern NetDevOps practices. You'll work within a highly skilled engineering team delivering automation-first solutions across hybrid cloud environments while improving reliability, reducing operational overhead and modernising network services. Key Responsibilites Designing and automating cloud-based network infrastructure Building Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible Developing automation for network provisioning and operational tasks Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Supporting AWS, Azure and hybrid cloud networking Improving platform reliability and...

Senior Network Automation Engineer 6-month contract Outside IR35 Hybrid - 2 days a week in Manchester Active SC Clearance Required We're looking for a Senior Network Automation Engineer to join a consultancy delivering large-scale transformation across cloud and network infrastructure. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone passionate about Infrastructure as Code, automation and modern NetDevOps practices. You'll work within a highly skilled engineering team delivering automation-first solutions across hybrid cloud environments while improving reliability, reducing operational overhead and modernising network services. Key Responsibilites Designing and automating cloud-based network infrastructureBuilding Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and AnsibleDeveloping automation for network provisioning and operational tasksBuilding and maintaining CI/CD pipelinesSupporting AWS, Azure and hybrid cloud networkingImproving platform reliability and...

Salary: £400 - 525 per day Reference: 121149 Marketing Project / Delivery Manager Location: Hybrid (average 2 days per week on-site across Manchester, Bolton and London, with flexibility to work from home) Contract: 6-month contract | Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Delivery Manager to join a growing professional services organisation, supporting a portfolio of strategic marketing and sales transformation initiatives. The Role You will be responsible for delivering a portfolio of projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and in line with agreed governance standards. Projects will include areas such as: Marketing transformation programmes Marketing technology (MarTech) implementation and enhancement Digital channel initiatives Sales and CRM-related projects, including operational improvements across telesales and business development functions Key...