London jobs in Public Sector

The Commercial Services Business Partner will provide expert guidance on procurement and supply chain processes within the insurance industry, ensuring compliance with PCR2015 and PA23. This role is based in London and requires a strong understanding of MCIPS standards to deliver effective commercial solutions.

The HR Business Partner will provide short-term cover in a small, high-pressure HR team. The role focuses on managing a complex Employee Relations caseload and supporting senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong ER experience in public sector or law enforcement-style environments, with the ability to handle sensitive issues and legal risk.

The AD of Finance Operations will oversee the financial management and operational functions within a public sector organisation. This interim role in requires expertise in accounting and finance to support key organisational objectives.

A large public sector organisation is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to support the delivery of procurement, commercial strategy, and supplier management activity across a range of categories. This role sits within a major central government commercial function with a significant and complex annual spend profile.

This temporary role as a Project HR Business Advisor in the Public Sector offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic human resources initiatives. The position is based in London and focuses on supporting HR projects with expertise and precision.

We are seeking an HR Business Partner (Strategic) to join a respected organisation within the public sector. This temporary role operates across multiple offices in England, Wales, and Scotland, and requires expertise in strategic human resources management.

The HR Casework Specialist will provide expert support in handling HR casework within the public sector. This temporary role is a national role based across a number of offices in England, Wales and Scotland and requires a proactive individual with strong attention to detail.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join a public sector organisation's Finance department . This temporary role requires expertise in financial accounting and compliance to ensure accurate reporting and support decision-making processes.

An amazing opportunity for a Financial Reporting & Control Manager to join a vibrant London Local Authority. This interim role takes responsibility for leading and managing the annual closing process.

An exciting opportunity for a Payroll Technical Officer to work for this London based public sector organisation. The role will be managing payroll processes and compliance for over 4,000 staff.

The Finance & Strategic Business Reporting Partner will play a key role in providing financial insights and strategic reporting within this leading public sector organisation. This role requires a strong Finance Business Partner who is also able to provide strategic reporting with dashboards, such as PowerBI. The position can be based in either London, Manchester, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh or Belfast.

I am seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join a local authority legal team in London. The role involves advising and representing on various employment law matters in a temporary capacity.

The Commercial Procurement Business Partner will lead procurement activities to ensure compliance with regulations and deliver value for money. This role is based in London and requires expertise in public sector procurement practices.

As a Programme Director, you will play a crucial role in driving large-scale business transformations that align with our mission. You will lead large-scale, complex programmes across various domains, including technology, business process and customer platforms.

This is a highly-influence, "hands-on" research role that requires bridging the gap between complex data analysis and strategic policy-making while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

*This is a 6 week assignment*

You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing functional testing as new system components are released. Working closely with both internal teams and the external supplier, you'll lead the testing effort, ensure defects are captured and resolved, and provide clear visibility of progress and quality throughout.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Group Reporting Accountant to join a prestigious public sector organisation in London. The role involves managing financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

This is a pivotal senior leadership role at the heart of Ofgem's organisational change programme. . As Deputy Director: Employee Engagement and Change Communications, you will lead the strategy, design, and delivery of engagement and internal communications for the Future Ofgem programme, a major organisational initiative shaping how Ofgem works, collaborates, and delivers impact.

We are seeking an interim Chief Accountant to join a Local Authority in London. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage and oversee financial operations effectively within a Local Authority.

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Category Manager to lead high‑value, strategically important commercial activity within a fast‑paced, high‑performing Commercial function. This role will suit a senior commercial professional with deep expertise in technology procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering value through commercial transformation.

We're seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to lead a short-term programme focused on spend analysis, commercial review and contract optimisation across a multi-site public sector environment. This hands-on role, reviewing spending patterns, improving procurement activity and strengthening contract management across the organisation.

The Procurement Manager leads all procurement activity, ensuring full compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 while driving best practice in contract delivery, supplier performance, and social value outcomes. The role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on delivery, acting as the principal procurement adviser and key link to Local Council, ensuring contracts are transparent, well‑governed, and aligned to organisational priorities.

We are seeking a Systems Accountant to support financial operations within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in S4 Hana accounting systems to ensure efficient and effective financial processes.

The Digital Transformation Project Manager will oversee and deliver key technology projects within the public sector, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with organisational goals. This temporary role requires a proactive individual with experience in managing complex digital initiatives.

We are seeking a Finance Lead to oversee and manage financial operations within the reporting function. This temporary role in London requires expertise public sector accounting principles property management.

The role of a Test Automation Implementation Lead in the public sector involves leading the development and implementation of test automation frameworks. This temporary opportunity is ideal for professionals with expertise in technology and a passion for improving testing processes.

We are seeking a Financial Controller to manage and oversee financial operations. This temporary role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, while supporting strategic decision-making.