19 jobs found in Portsmouth

Job Title:  Contract Embedded Software Engineer  Location:  Reading Rate:  £50 to £60 per hour Employment Type: Contract Working Arrangements:  Hybrid working I’m looking for an experienced Contract Embedded Software Engineer to support the development and enhancement of bespoke test equipment. You’ll be working at low level, writing efficient and reliable C code, and getting hands‑on with Linux systems, drivers, and hardware‑focused debugging. This role has an indicative outside IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who wish to operate through their own Personal Service Company (PSC). What You’ll Be Doing Developing low‑level embedded software in C Working on test equipment used for validation, diagnostics, and production Configuring and integrating Linux‑based systems Setting up, modifying, and troubleshooting Linux drivers Collaborating with hardware, test, and wider engineering teams What You’ll Need Strong commercial experience in...

Freelance Content Writer Client Location: London (Remote) Starting: 13/04/2026 Pay Comments: Up to £300 per day (Outside IR35) Firm, non-negotiable: No Hours: Part-time Duration: Ad hoc Job Description: We are looking for talented and experienced Content Writers to work with our client, responsible for producing high-quality, engaging, and accessible content across a range of platforms and formats. This role requires a strong ability to translate complex and often technical information into clear, compelling, and user-friendly content that resonates with diverse audiences. You will work with a variety of source materials, including research reports, policy documents, expert interviews, and personal or lived-experience stories, transforming these into well-structured copy suitable for website publication, multimedia scripts (such as video and audio), and social media content. A key part of the role involves shaping content that is not...

Ecommerce Executive (Contract) London, Hybrid, £200/Day Rate Outside IR35, 3 month Contract This is a hands-on ecommerce project joining a busy digital team at a critical point of transition. With multiple team changes and several major initiatives already underway, this role offers immediate ownership, variety, and impact across global ecommerce operations. The Company They are a global consumer brand operating in a highly transactional ecommerce environment, with a strong focus on product, campaigns, and customer experience. The business is mid-transformation, with large-scale site updates, new product activity, and complex backend processes in motion. Their ecommerce function works closely with development, logistics, and marketing teams across multiple regions. The culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and delivery-focused. The Role and Deliverables Support global ecommerce trading and BAU activity across UK and international markets, ensuring products,...

Head of Data | Contract | 6 months | Outside IR35 | £800-£1000 per day | Hybrid I'm working with a major energy organisation who are going through a strategic transformation toward Real Time, AI driven decision making, modernised data infrastructure, and a deeply Embedded data culture. This role combines hands on leadership of automation and AI initiatives with the strategic responsibility of shaping the company's long term data vision. You will build a high performing team, elevate BI capabilities, and unlock value from rich customer data flows to improve customer understanding and operational efficiency. This is a 6 month engagement, outside IR35, requiring two days per week on site in London. The technology environment includes GCP, Bigquery, and Looker. Key Responsibilities Business Intelligence, Automation & Advanced Analytics Transform BI from static reporting into dynamic, Real Time, self service analytics used across the organisation. Design and implement...

One of our customers is seeking a proactive and highly organised PMO Analyst. The role will involve working across a diverse range of projects to drive operational improvements. This is an initial 6-month opportunity and will be outside IR35. The role will involve working onsite in London on a hybrid basis (3 days per week) so all applicants must be within a commutable distance.   Key Responsibilities Provide end-to-end PMO support across a portfolio of projects Proactively track and manage risks, issues, and dependencies Maintain and update decision logs, ensuring key decisions are captured and followed through Coordinate and schedule meetings across a wide range of stakeholders Capture and document actions, risks, and outcomes from meetings Ensure governance standards and reporting frameworks are adhered to Support project planning, tracking milestones, and monitoring progress Work closely with the Programme Manager to identify and address delivery risks...

SQL Developer - Contract - £250-300 per day - Outside of IR35 I am currently looking for a strong SQL Developer. My London based client is looking to get someone started immediately. As a SQL Server/ ETL Developer you will have strong SQL Scripting skills and have the ability to Write stored procedures from scratch. The client is in the process of trying to upload/import over 400 files on a daily basis with no delays. Location: Remote Length : 6 months with strong view to extend Day Rate : £250 Per Day - Dependent on experience IR35 Status: Outside of IR35. Required experience will include: You will need experience developing ETL pipelines from various sources. Experience designing, tuning and maintaining existing ETL Processes. The ability to write stored procedures from scratch using SQL. Experience with Azure Data Platform will be beneficial. Including Data Factory, Databricks and Synapse Strong Excel Skills Strong knowledge of building reports for analytics...

One of our customers is seeking a proactive and highly organised PMO Analyst. The role will involve working across a diverse range of projects to drive operational improvements. This is an initial 6-month opportunity and will be outside IR35. The role will involve working onsite in London on a hybrid basis (3 days per week) so all applicants must be within a commutable distance. Key Responsibilities Provide end-to-end PMO support across a portfolio of projects Proactively track and manage risks, issues, and dependencies Maintain and update decision logs, ensuring key decisions are captured and followed through Coordinate and schedule meetings across a wide range of stakeholders Capture and document actions, risks, and outcomes from meetings Ensure governance standards and reporting frameworks are adhered to Support project planning, tracking milestones, and monitoring progress Work closely with the Programme Manager to identify and address delivery risks Drive...

SQL Developer - Contract - £250-300 per day - Outside of IR35 I am currently looking for a strong SQL Developer. My London based client is looking to get someone started immediately. As a SQL Server/ETL Developer you will have strong SQL Scripting skills and have the ability to Write stored procedures from scratch. The client is in the process of trying to upload/import over 400 files on a daily basis with no delays. Location: Remote Length : 6 months with strong view to extend Day Rate : £250 Per Day - Dependent on experience IR35 Status: Outside of IR35. Required experience will include: You will need experience developing ETL pipelines from various sources. Experience designing, tuning and maintaining existing ETL Processes. The ability to write stored procedures from scratch using SQL. Experience with Azure Data Platform will be beneficial. Including Data Factory, Databricks and Synapse Strong Excel Skills Strong knowledge of building reports for analytics...

IT Manager - Outside IR35 Location: London (hybrid) VIQU IT has a customer who are seeking an experienced IT Manager to support day-to-day IT operations during a critical period of business change, including a multi-company merger. This is a hands-on position suited to someone already operating at IT Manager level, who can step in and take ownership from day one. IT Manager role Key Responsibilities: Act as the main liaison between internal stakeholders and external IT service providers (MSPs) Manage business-as-usual (BAU) IT operations across global offices Own and drive ongoing IT projects, ensuring delivery and stakeholder alignment Handle escalations, approvals, and issue resolution across IT services Coordinate with end users, managing expectations and resolving issues efficiently Execute IT policies and ensure operational compliance IT Manager skills/experience required: Proven experience in an IT Manager role Strong background working with Managed...

Fully Remote Outside ir35 contract role - Junior DBA (Junior Database Administrator) My client are looking for a Junior DBA to join their team on a 3 month contract role Experience needed: Administer, maintain, and optimise MSSQL Server and MySQL databases. Develop and support SSIS ETL processes , including data migration between MySQL or MSSQL. Build and maintain SSRS reports This is an urgent 1 stage contract role Feel free to email your cvs directly to (see below) GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

QA Automation Engineer Own QA at an award-winning E-commerce company E-commerce - Shopify/Recharge platform Modern QA Automation tools/frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Selenium etc 6 months + Extensions | Outside IR35 Prior experience in E-commerce w/Shopify/Recharge heavily prioritised I'm working with an award-winning E-commerce company. Their scientifically backed, leading high street product has transformed thousands of lives and they are constantly evolving with an ever-growing customer base and successful E-commerce and subscription model. To support this evolution, they are looking for experienced QA Engineers to take over and own the QA function of the business. Ideally, you have some proficiency in test automation, modern QA tools and familiarity with key testing frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, Selenium etc. Even more valuable if you have taken over and owned QA infrastructure/worked as a sole QA. As this is an E-commerce platform,...

We’re hiring: Web Producer - Contract (6 months) | £250-£300pd outside IR35 | London (Hybrid) I’m working with a well-known global business looking for a Web Producer to support a large-scale website translation programme, alongside SEO content delivery. What they’re looking for: Strong CMS experience (Sitecore preferred, or similar) Solid web production & publishing background Attention to detail (QA across high-volume content) Basic SEO knowledge (metadata, page titles, HTML) Great opportunity to work on a high-profile, multilingual digital programme within a fast-paced environment. Looking to start ASAP. Please get in touch if you're interested!

Content Designer | Outside IR35 | Remote We're working with a purpose-led organisation delivering digital platforms that support public engagement at scale. They're looking for a Content Designer to help bring their product to life through high-quality, reusable content that supports both customers and internal teams. The Role You'll sit at the intersection of product, sales, and customer success, creating compelling, practical content that showcases the platform's capabilities. This is a hands-on role with a strong delivery focus, combining reactive work (supporting live opportunities) with proactive content creation for demos, training, and reusable assets. Key Responsibilities Create high-quality content for demos, training materials, and customer use cases Build and maintain a reusable content library aligned to design standards Translate briefs into engaging, real-world content examples and mock-ups Apply branding and tailor content to reflect real customer scenarios...

IT Manager - Outside IR35 Location: London (hybrid) VIQU IT has a customer who are seeking an experienced IT Manager to support day-to-day IT operations during a critical period of business change, including a multi-company merger. This is a hands-on position suited to someone already operating at IT Manager level, who can step in and take ownership from day one. IT Manager role Key Responsibilities: Act as the main liaison between internal stakeholders and external IT service providers (MSPs) Manage business-as-usual (BAU) IT operations across global offices Own and drive ongoing IT projects, ensuring delivery and stakeholder alignment Handle escalations, approvals, and issue resolution across IT services Coordinate with end users, managing expectations and resolving issues efficiently Execute IT policies and ensure operational compliance IT Manager skills/experience required: Proven experience in an IT Manager role Strong background working with Managed...

IT Manager - Outside IR35 Location: London (hybrid) VIQU IT has a customer who are seeking an experienced IT Manager to support day-to-day IT operations during a critical period of business change, including a multi-company merger. This is a hands-on position suited to someone already operating at IT Manager level, who can step in and take ownership from day one. IT Manager role Key Responsibilities: Act as the main liaison between internal stakeholders and external IT service providers (MSPs) Manage business-as-usual (BAU) IT operations across global offices Own and drive ongoing IT projects, ensuring delivery and stakeholder alignment Handle escalations, approvals, and issue resolution across IT services Coordinate with end users, managing expectations and resolving issues efficiently Execute IT policies and ensure operational compliance IT Manager skills/experience required: Proven experience in an IT Manager role Strong background working with...

Ecommerce Digital Analyst – 3 month contract Banbury area, hybrid (3-4 days On site), £300-400/day rate, Outside IR35 This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, product-led brand where data is at the heart of how they trade, grow and improve their digital customer experience. You will be the always-on source of truth for performance insight, helping senior stakeholders understand what is happening across traffic, conversion, and the end-to-end customer journey. The Company They are a D2C organisation that designs and manufactures their own products, operating across multiple international markets. With a strong ecommerce presence and ongoing investment in digital, they work closely across product, marketing, trading, and finance to drive growth. The culture is hands-on and collaborative, with a start-up feel and a preference for people who enjoy being in the office and working at pace. The Role and Deliverables Carry out always-on insight and performance...

Digital Analyst - 3 month contract Banbury area, hybrid (3-4 days On site), £300-400/day rate, Outside IR35 This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, product-led brand where data is at the heart of how they trade, grow and improve their digital customer experience. You will be the always-on source of truth for performance insight, helping senior stakeholders understand what is happening across traffic, conversion, and the end-to-end customer journey. The Company They are a D2C organisation that designs and manufactures their own products, operating across multiple international markets. With a strong ecommerce presence and ongoing investment in digital, they work closely across product, marketing, trading, and finance to drive growth. The culture is hands-on and collaborative, with a start-up feel and a preference for people who enjoy being in the office and working at pace. The Role and Deliverables Carry out always-on insight and performance analysis across...

*YOU MUST HAVE LIVE SC CLEARANCE TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE* Role: SDE Consultant (Service Delivery Engineer) - Fulltime IR35: Outside Duration: 3 months to start Location: Fully remote, although first 2 weeks should be spent on site in Cambridge Rate: £400PD Clearance: SC Start: ASAP *YOU MUST HAVE LIVE SC CLEARANCE TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE* Role: The Service Delivery Engineer (SDE) - (senior infrastructure or cloud support role) is responsible for the technical ownership, stability, and continuous improvement of customer environments within the managed service, ensuring the reliable delivery of IT services and platforms to customers. The role combines strong technical expertise with proactive service management to ensure platforms remain secure, reliable, and aligned with agreed service level commitments. Acting as the primary technical contact for customers, the Service Delivery Engineer works closely with internal engineering teams and customer stakeholders to...

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as a Workiva Consultant for an international commerce company, outside IR35, on a remote basis. The key skills required for this Workiva Consultant will be responsible for setting up Workiva for 200+, globally dispersed, Solictors, to use. The initial phase of work is likely to last 3 months but there may be ongoing support required afterwards too. If you do have the relevant experience for this Workiva Consultant role, please do apply.