46 independent contractor jobs found in London

Blackstone& are a technical consultancy who specialise in digital transformation and complex technical deliveries. 15 years ago that meant Cloud adoption. 10 years ago it was DevOps. 5 years ago, SRE and platform engineering. We still cover all of that, but right now a significant part of our work is AI adoption. And we mean actual AI adoption: in production, in Enterprises. Not just a vibe coded app on a local machine.   The pace and impact of each wave keeps accelerating, but we think successful adoption still comes down to two things: people and constraints. What does transformation actually look like inside the limits of an organisation, and how do we bring the people along for it?   This Delivery Manager role sits right at the heart of that question. You will be joining a small, high-performing Blackstone& team embedded in a large-scale AI adoption programme, responsible for making sure the right things get delivered, in the right way, at the...

Blackstone& are a technical consultancy who specialise in digital transformation and complex technical deliveries. 15 years ago that meant Cloud adoption. 10 years ago it was DevOps. 5 years ago, SRE and platform engineering. We still cover all of that, but you guessed it, a lot of our work right now is AI adoption. And we mean actual AI adoption: in production, in Enterprises. Not just a vibe coded app on a local machine.   The pace and impact of each wave keeps accelerating, but we think successful adoption still comes down to two things: people and constraints. What does transformation actually look like inside the limits of an organisation, and how do we bring the people along for it?   Interested in helping us answer those questions for our customers?   WHAT YOU'LL BRING Core Skills Solid back-end engineering foundations. You write code that others can read, test, and build on Hands-on experience with AWS Bedrock,...

Who Are We? Xcelirate develops technologically-advanced platforms which are accessed by thousands of users every minute! We are proud to offer a workplace where the sharpest developers come together to strategically plan and swiftly execute practices which see us maintain our existing market dominance and attain global expansion. We owe our success to our customers who have seen us grow across a decade, and our talented team who have made that growth possible!   What are we looking for? You're a Principal-Level Engineer first. The tech lead title is almost incidental. It just means you're the person the team orbits around, because that's what happens naturally when you're the one who understands the system most deeply and keeps the clearest head under pressure. The 10% that's people management fits inside your engineering work, not alongside it. You hire, you steer, you unblock, but you do it the way a strong engineer does everything: with good...

Senior UX Researcher – Contract (outside IR35)   We need a Contractor to join us as a UX Researcher to support a global strategic project with a focus on mixed quantitative and qualitative research methods, particularly strong quantitative skills.   Here's the experience we expect you to possess:   6+ years of user research experience with direct, hands-on experience in both qualitative and quantitative methods Demonstrated experience in designing and leading large-scale quantitative surveys across large samples Hands-on experience with information architecture methods, including tree testing and card sorting Strong experience with moderated and unmoderated usability testing in an Agile delivery environment Deep familiarity with UX metrics and benchmarking, including SUS, task completion rate, SEQ and related usability and performance measures Ability to synthesise quantitative and qualitative findings into clear,...

Who Are We? Xcelirate develops technologically-advanced platforms which are accessed by thousands of users every minute! We are proud to offer a workplace where the sharpest developers come together to strategically plan and swiftly execute practices which see us maintain our existing market dominance and attain global expansion. We owe our success to our customers who have seen us grow across a decade, and our talented team who have made that growth possible!   What are we looking for? You're a Principal-Level Engineer first. The tech lead title is almost incidental. It just means you're the person the team orbits around, because that's what happens naturally when you're the one who understands the system most deeply and keeps the clearest head under pressure. The 10% that's people management fits inside your engineering work, not alongside it. You hire, you steer, you unblock, but you do it the way a strong engineer does everything: with good...

Senior UX Researcher - Contract Senior UX Researcher – Contract (outside IR35)   We need a Contractor to join us as a UX Researcher to support a global strategic project with a focus on mixed quantitative and qualitative research methods, particularly strong quantitative skills.   Here's the experience we expect you to possess:   -              6+ years of user research experience with direct, hands-on experience in both qualitative and quantitative methods -              Demonstrated experience in designing and leading large-scale quantitative surveys across large samples -              Hands-on experience with information architecture methods, including tree testing and card sorting...

Who Are We? Xcelirate develops technologically-advanced platforms which are accessed by thousands of users every minute! We are proud to offer a workplace where the sharpest developers come together to strategically plan and swiftly execute practices which see us maintain our existing market dominance and attain global expansion. We owe our success to our customers who have seen us grow across a decade, and our talented team who have made that growth possible!   What are we looking for? You're a Principal-Level Engineer first. The tech lead title is almost incidental. It just means you're the person the team orbits around, because that's what happens naturally when you're the one who understands the system most deeply and keeps the clearest head under pressure. The 10% that's people management fits inside your engineering work, not alongside it. You hire, you steer, you unblock, but you do it the way a strong engineer does everything: with good...

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security Engineer to support a strategic Network Security Transformation Program for a leading Insurance customer. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network security solutions with a strong focus on Zscaler, Fortinet, and Lumio technologies. This is a hands-on engineering role requiring deep technical expertise in network security operations, security architecture, Firewall management, Zero Trust access, cloud-delivered security, and network visibility platforms. Experience with AI is essential. The ideal candidate will have experience working in large enterprise environments and be comfortable driving security improvements across both traditional and modern network infrastructures. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network security solutions. Engineer and support Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler...

The Role :  We are looking for an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in banking or financial services to join a high-growth digital platform team. You will own end-to-end product delivery across one or more cross-functional squads, working on customer-facing features and core financial platform capabilities in a fast-paced, outcome-driven environment. This is a hands-on, accountable role. You bring deep domain knowledge from day one, operate independently without hand-holding, and are equally comfortable in a sprint ceremony as you are presenting to senior stakeholders.   What You Will Do Delivery Own and continuously refine a prioritised, DoR-compliant product backlog aligned to roadmap OKRs Author high-quality user stories, acceptance criteria, and sprint artefacts that enable engineering teams to deliver without further clarification Participate actively in sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and PI Planning as the...

£400 – £450 Inside IR35 City Coventry Province Greater London Country United Kingdom Postal Code EC1A Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning UK public sector digital consultancy, positively influencing the lives of over forty million UK citizens. We bring deep expertise in agile delivery, digital transformation, and platform engineering across central government. With a team of over one hundred and twenty-five professionals — more than forty percent of whom are women — we are committed to building inclusive, diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.   Role Overview A senior hands-on development role within a fast-paced digital delivery programme, specialising in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. You will build, configure, and extend D365 solutions while working closely with...

This role is delivered within secure environments. Candidates must be eligible for UK SC clearance and hold UK citizenship. Join the Mission At ByDesign Secure, we believe that world‑class security shouldn't be an afterthought— it should be the foundation. We are an independent, outputs‑based consultancy dedicated to solving the most complex data assurance challenges in the UK public sector. Currently, we are working on a landmark transformation of a cross‑government secure IT system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and consumption of a private cloud environment from the ground up and help modernise the end‑user services that support national decision‑making. We don’t believe in “billing by the hour” or rigid hierarchies; we are a lean, expert team focused on delivering high‑impact outcomes. If you are a self‑starter who thrives on autonomy and wants to see your analysis, insights, and business decisions shape the...

This role is delivered within secure environments. Candidates must be eligible for UK SC clearance and hold UK citizenship. Join the Mission At ByDesign Secure, we believe that world‑class security shouldn't be an afterthought— it should be the foundation. We are an independent, outputs‑based consultancy dedicated to solving the most complex data assurance challenges in the UK public sector. Currently, we are working on a landmark transformation of a cross‑government secure IT system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and consumption of a private cloud environment from the ground up and help modernise the end‑user services that support national decision‑making. We don’t believe in “billing by the hour” or rigid hierarchies; we are a lean, expert team focused on delivering high‑impact outcomes. If you are a self‑starter who thrives on autonomy and wants to see your analysis, insights, and business decisions shape the...

Freelance Data, AI and Operational Strategy Lead Next15 is a group of specialist businesses powered by data and technology, delivering measurable solutions for clients and lasting value for shareholders. We employ over 3000 people across 15 countries. Within our family of 12 consultancies, data and marketing services businesses, we focus on solving our clients' most complex growth challenges. Role overview We are looking for a freelance Data, AI and Operational Strategy lead to join our team in London. This is a short-term contract role to begin with, with the potential to evolve into permanent depending on the ongoing delivery requirements. Reporting into the Chief of Staff and working directly with the Senior Leadership team within Next 15 Group, this role plays a critical role in the execution of our strategy – Data powered growth fit for an AI future. Sitting at the intersection of data, technology, and people, this role blends hands-on data strategies with...

  Who are we   Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.   At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to...

Litus Advisory is building a network of associate consultants to work alongside us on engagements with early years operators and PE investors.   What we do We find and unlock margin in early years groups. Our work spans margin diagnostics, value creation programmes and commercial due diligence for investors. Our clients are PE-backed nursery groups, independent multi-site operators and investors evaluating the sector.   What you would do Work on client engagements as a named associate, advising operators and investors on technology strategy across early years groups. Typical assignments include evaluating and selecting nursery management systems, designing multi-system architecture across NMS, finance, workforce and safeguarding platforms, leading technology workstreams within commercial due diligence for PE transactions, assessing API capability, data migration risk and vendor lock-in across portfolio companies, and supporting post-acquisition...

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is a central government department with a mission to protect our country and provide the ultimate guarantee of its security and independence, as well as helping to protect its values and interests abroad.   The MOD is one of the biggest public procurement organisations in Europe and the single largest customer for UK industry. It currently manages approximately £20 billion of spend on capital investments in equipment and infrastructure every year. Over the next decade the MOD is committed to spending over £190 billion on equipment and support. The MOD's customers include both the armed forces and national security agencies, and it has a diverse range of requirements, including military fighting vehicles, education services, nuclear submarines and facilities management.   The MOD's aim is to provide its armed forces with the best capabilities to enable them to protect the UK's security and advance national interests,...

Job Summary We are looking for an experienced ServiceNow Developer to support ongoing ServiceNow ITSM development, enhancement, integration, and platform support work. The ideal candidate will have 5–6 years of hands-on ServiceNow experience , with strong technical knowledge of ITSM modules , including Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Request Management, Service Catalog, and CMDB-related processes . This is a remote UK-based contract role , operating Inside IR35 , with a day rate of up to £560 per day . The candidate must be currently residing in the UK and must have the legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship, such as UK citizenship or Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) . ServiceNow certifications are preferred but not mandatory. Strong practical knowledge and hands-on implementation experience are essential. Key Responsibilities The ServiceNow Developer will be responsible for designing,...

    Location: Remote   Target Start Date : ASAP   Day Rate : Competitive (Inside IR35)   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte. Experience: Your role will be to: Oracle iProcurement Functional consultant Recent referenceable experience of working with Oracle iProcurement and ECC for Procurement (most people we see have moved over to Oracle Fusion which is not the same and so EBS, iProcurement and ECC for Procurement need to really ‘jump off the page’) Ability to identify opportunities...

Lean Process Expert – Client Onboarding (2-Month Contract) Hello! At MBC, we continue to grow and are currently looking for a Lean Process Expert to join an exciting short-term project. About MBC May Business Consulting is an international consulting company that provides advisory services in digital transformation, change management, efficiency, and control. We are fully client-focused and proactively involved in every engagement to maximize the value we deliver. We have offices in Spain and the United Kingdom. We work on international projects with financial institutions, fintechs, and startups. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Lean Process Expert / Business Process Improvement Consultant to support a 2-month project focused on improving and optimizing the client onboarding process within an international financial services environment. Responsibilities: Assess and analyze the current onboarding process to...

Freelance SEO Manager This is a day-rate position available immediately.   About Us Iris is a global integrated agency driven by one simple philosophy: Participate or Perish. We create ideas that earn attention and inspire people to interact with brands in meaningful ways. Working with some of the world’s most ambitious brands, we combine strategy, creativity, technology, and media to deliver impactful campaigns.   About the Role We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Freelance SEO Manager to support our team with critical day-to-day SEO operations. In this role, you will act as the bridge between our SEO strategy and our execution teams (content, design, and development).   The ideal candidate has a strong technical SEO foundation, excellent project management skills, and is comfortable working with tools like Jira, Figma, and various CMS platforms.     Key Responsibilities...