London jobs in Public Sector

This temporary Executive Assistant role in the public sector is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset. Based in London, you will provide high-level secretarial and business support to ensure smooth departmental operations.

An exciting opportunity for a Pay and Policy Manager to join the Serious Fraud Office in London. The role will report directly into the Head of People to provide specialist expertise and guidance on all matters relating to people related policies and the Civil Service pay and reward.

The Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns at the Parliamentary & Health Ombudsman Service (PHSO) is a newly created, pivotal role designed for a forward thinking communications leader and cultural change agent.

The Finance Manager role in the public sector is a temporary opportunity, focusing on managing ERP implementation projects, financial operations, tax and ensuring compliance with policies. This position offers a chance to contribute to a key organisation's accounting and finance department.

We're currently partnering with a leading public sector organisation that is looking to appoint an Interim IT Procurement Manager to take the lead across its IT and technology procurement portfolio. This is a high-impact, senior role within a well-established commercial function, offering the opportunity to shape strategic procurement activity across a diverse and complex IT landscape, with contract values ranging from £10k to £1M+.

The People Business Partner works within the People & Culture team, partnering with senior leaders across operational and corporate functions to deliver strategic and operational HR support on complex issues. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the role drives change, supports strategy, manages stakeholders and enhances performance in a regulated environment.

This is a dynamic, end-to-end policy role where you will lead the research, review, and development of standards and guidance to support evidence-based organizational decisions. Working both autonomously and collaboratively, you will engage deeply with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure all perspectives shape future frameworks.

The Procurement Category Specialist will oversee category management within the public sector, ensuring efficient and effective procurement processes. This role requires expertise in procurement and supply chain operations, with a focus on delivering value and compliance.

Reporting to the Head of Intellectual Property and Licensing, the Licensing Development Manager will be a key, customer-facing role responsible for driving compliance, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and increasing revenue generated from licensed products.

 

The Finance & Strategic Business Reporting Partner will act a a key liaison between Finance, Risk and Business Reporting function and operational directorates, providing advice on financial impacts, risks, opportunities and organisational performance to support informed decision making. The position can be based in either London, Manchester, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh or Belfast.

The Property Accountant role involves managing financial records and ensuring accurate reporting for property-related transactions within the business services industry. This temporary position in London is ideal for individuals with a background in accounting and finance, seeking to contribute effectively to a professional environment.

This temporary Financial Accountant role within the public sector is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to the Accounting & Finance department. The position focuses on providing financial expertise and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lead to support high-profile procurement activity within policing. You will deliver end-to-end sourcing and contract management across complex, sensitive categories that support front line operations, including firearms, tactical equipment, and specialist services such as dog units, mounted branch, and public order.

Assistant Finance Manager working in the Treasury function on a 2-3 month contract for a local authority in London. Can pay up to £400 per day and hybrid working.

We are seeking an experienced an Interim Procurement Manager to support a large, complex public-sector organisation on a 12‑month interim basis. This role has a strong commercial and savings focus, alongside responsibility for delivering a portfolio of medium‑complexity procurement projects, primarily within ICT and cross‑category spend.

The Head of Business Partnering (Housing) will play a pivotal role in providing financial leadership and strategic support within the public sector. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to drive effective decision-making and ensure robust financial management.

This is a senior interim position reporting to the General Counsel, supporting a high-performing legal team during a period of increased activity.

You will provide strategic and operational legal advice across a broad range of matters, including financial markets and public law.

An experienced PMO Lead is required to strengthen project delivery across a portfolio of technology initiatives within a local government setting. This role will establish governance frameworks, enhance reporting, and ensure projects are aligned to strategic priorities while supporting delivery teams and improving PMO processes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Commercial (Works) to lead high-value procurement across a complex estate environment. This senior role will drive commercial strategy and oversee works procurement, including construction and FM. You'll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring compliant delivery, strong value, and best practice across procurement and contract management.

This temporary role as an SAP Payroll Officer in the public sector offers a unique opportunity to manage payroll processes efficiently and accurately. Based in London, the role requires expertise in SAP systems and a strong focus on payroll operations.

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.

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.

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.

The position of Interim Building Surveyor in the public sector involves overseeing and managing construction-related projects to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. This temporary role in London requires a detail-oriented professional with expertise in building surveying and a strong understanding of construction processes.

The Head of Finance will oversee and manage all financial activities within the Council ensuring compliance and efficiency in operations. This temporary role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in accounting and finance.

We are seeking a skilled Pensions Officer to manage and administer pension schemes within the public sector. This temporary role requires a detail-oriented professional with expertise in finance and LGPS, based in London.

The role of Senior Governance Manager involves overseeing and enhancing governance processes within the property industry to ensure compliance and efficiency. Based in Birmingham, this position requires a proactive professional with strong organisational and leadership skills to drive corporate governance excellence.

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.

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.