
Public Sector & Not-for-Profit
Introduction
Yolk partners with Public Sector and Not-for-Profit organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and achieve their D&I objectives.
Innovation in the sector over recent years enables this experienced team to partner effectively with organisations across the UK to deliver a streamlined and compliant recruitment solution for temporary, fixed term, contract, and permanent hires.
We offer free advertising and support for volunteer positions as well as pro bono work for NED positions within the sector.
Yolk is a trusted supplier to the civil service which is evidenced by our appointment to Crown Commercial Service (CCS) frameworks.
We recruit roles including Office Support, Customer Service, Communications, Legal, Compliance, Human Resources, Governance, Operations, Facilities, Digital & Technology, Finance & Accountancy and other specialist roles at all levels.
Sectors We Partner With:
Central and local government
Education
Housing
NHS
Emergency Services
Health & Social Care
Charities
Yolk is the proud recruitment partner to the Centre for Digital Public Services (CDPS). If you are a public sector organisation in Wales wanting to know how you can access the enabled contract, or to find out more about what you can expect form Yolk please click below.
Yolk's Social Housing division
Yolk Recruitment has operated in the Social Housing sector for 15 years. We are mindful of the pressing challenges, such as the chronic undersupply of social housing, the impact of austerity measures, and the evolving policy landscape.
Understanding the Social Housing market is not just about bricks and mortar; it’s about people, communities, and the fabric of our society.
At Yolk Social Housing, we have a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by social housing organisations. Our expertise allows us to connect you with the skilled professionals that share your values in order to drive positive change and innovation across the sector.
LUSH Cymru (Ladies Unite in Social Housing) is a brand-new networking group for professional women who share a passion for delivering and managing affordable housing in Wales.

“I’m extremely proud to be leading the Public Sector & Not for Profit team at Yolk and supporting our clients to deliver their vital services. We have a highly experienced team of delivery consultants who recruit the length and breadth of the UK and understand the constraints of many of our client’s processes.
We work in partnership with organisations to introduce high calibre candidates and to deliver a first-class, value added service. Despite nearly 40 years in the industry, we continue to evolve as we strive to offer the Public Sector and Not for Profit sector, the best in innovation, quality and value.”
As a trusted supplier to the civil service, following our appointment to the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) frameworks, we have dedicated platform to our civil service recruitment which is found here:
Get in touch with our Public Sector team by clicking below:

Latest jobs in Public Sector & Not-for-Profit
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Lead Dynamics Architect
Newport
Lead Dynamics Architect Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: £64,079 - £75,701 29% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking to help them find a talented Lead Dynamics Architect (eligible for SC clearance) to get involved in some awesome tech projects. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity working with cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern delivery processes, and innovative projects involving AI and ML which provides a dynamic and stimulating work environment. Key Responsibilities Architect and document solutions in a cloud-first environment. Design and configure Dataverse/Dynamics entities and forms. Develop Power Apps (Model and Canvas), integrating with Azure services like Logic Apps, Service Bus, and Azure Functions. Extend Dynamics functionality using PCF controls, XrmToolBox plugins, and custom components. Consult on API design, performance, scalability, and security. Lead elements of the technical architecture, ensuring alignment with business needs and technical standards. Collaborate with delivery partners and internal teams, presenting at architecture boards and guiding strategic decisions. Stay informed on emerging technologies, particularly across the Microsoft ecosystem. Apply government security controls in line with ISO 27001 and the Security Policy Framework (SPF). Essential Skills & Experience Expert in Power Platform and Dynamics 365 architecture. Hands-on experience with Dataverse customisation, PCF controls, and XrmToolBox plugins. Strong Azure knowledge, including Logic Apps, Service Bus, Functions, API Management. Proficient in API design, relational data modelling, and integration strategies. Experienced in Power Automate, Dynamics workflows, business rules, plugins, and web resources. Deep understanding of Dynamics data structures, relationships, and logic implementation. What will the Lead Dynamics Architect get in return? Pension: Up to 29% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Lead Dynamics Architect opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Hub Coordinator
Teignmouth
Hub Coordinator Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £29,557 per annum + benefits Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Mon - Fri Location: Devon, Teignbridge (flexible & hybrid working) DBS Check Required: Yes Role Purpose: As a Hub Coordinator, you will be the primary point of contact for residents, delivering a high-quality, person-centred service to support independent living in a safe, secure, and well-maintained environment. You will monitor the wellbeing of residents, coordinate property maintenance, respond to emergencies, and liaise with external agencies to achieve positive outcomes-making a real difference in the lives of older people and those with support needs. Key Responsibilities: Build trusted relationships with residents through regular visits and welfare calls. Conduct needs and risk assessments for new tenants and manage property sign-ups. Respond promptly to emergency calls and provide assistance. Oversee maintenance and safety of communal areas, reporting issues as needed. Facilitate tenant inductions and support understanding of tenancy rights and responsibilities. Provide guidance on health, self-care, financial wellbeing, and signposting to external support. Lead on routine estate inspections, addressing tenancy breaches, antisocial behaviour, or environmental concerns. Support communal activities and encourage community engagement within schemes. Maintain accurate and confidential tenant records, including personal goal plans and safeguarding concerns. Deliver minor adaptations and demonstrate use of assistive equipment where necessary. Liaise with external agencies (e.g., Social Services, NHS, Local Authorities) to support tenants' individual needs. Support the management of alarm systems, pendant checks, and sub-account follow-up. Provide advice on policies such as transfers, mobility scooter applications, mutual exchanges, and benefit entitlements. Assist in continuous service review and improvement. Person Specification: Essential: Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) Previous experience in social or supported housing. Knowledge of Housing Benefits and tenancy rights. Strong communication and organisational skills. IT literate with experience using Microsoft Office. Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable: Experience in health coaching or delivering person-centred support. Awareness of safeguarding, welfare reform, and tenancy enforcement. Health & Safety Responsibilities: Ensure personal and tenant safety in line with health and safety legislation. Proactively report risks and take ownership of safe working practices. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Free on-site parking Agile and modern working environment Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training For further information about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Welfoot on 07458163873
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Delivery Manager
Cardiff
Delivery Manager - 4 Month Contract (High probability of extension) Day Rate £400-£475 - Hybrid (Cardiff Office) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with a vital but relatively unknown Arms Length Body of the Welsh Government. They are looking for an experienced Delivery Manager who has worked on projects centering around AI and process and planning improvements. You will have experience managing several concurrent projects, identifying and resolving the risks unique to each. What the Delivery Manager will be doing You will be joining the organisation to take charge of several projects each with their own focus and goals. These projects include AI, process and planning, and benefits. Identify and mitigate risks that occur in the projects you are responsible for Take ownership of the resource planning for each project Track and accurately report progress of each project Communicate with and manage multiple diverse stakeholders effectively What the successful Delivery Manager will bring to the team You will have experience project managing or delivering against multiple IT projects, ideally having delivered an AI project or public sector planning/processes. Demonstrable experience as a Delivery Manager Based in Wales, with knowledge or awareness of the Welsh Local Government ecosystem The ability to effectively plan resources and mitigate project risks Strong communication skills with stakeholders of all seniorities Here's What You'll Get in Return The successful Product Owner will be rewarded with; Day Rate of between £400 and £475 Think this one's for you If you think this Delivery Manager opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Lead Drupal Developer
Cardiff
Lead Drupal Developer - Welsh Government (Grade 7) Location: Pan - Wales Working Pattern: Full-Time / Flexible Salary: £58,918 to £70,450 (+ DDaT Allowance) **Must be Eligible for SC Cleance** Yolk Recruitment is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner to the Welsh Government. Welsh Government are working together to deliver modern, impactful digital services for the people of Wales - and we're looking for talented individuals who want to be part of this mission. About the Role As the Lead Drupal Developer in the Corporate Digital Team, you will be responsible for guiding the development and maintenance of high-profile Drupal-based digital services that are critical to the Welsh Government's digital transformation. Your role will involve mentoring a team of developers, setting and maintaining coding standards, and ensuring the highest levels of technical excellence in Drupal development. Key Responsibilities: Lead development of multilingual Drupal websites and services. Mentor and manage a team of front-end and back-end developers. Drive best practices in coding, CI/CD, containerisation (Docker), and automation. Ensure robust security, compliance, and performance. Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Maintain Drupal codebases and ensure timely application of security patches. Coordinate code reviews, testing (BDD/TDD), and release management. Collaborate with design, content, and infrastructure teams. Support transition to headless/decoupled Drupal architectures using APIs. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple projects and programmes across many areas of Welsh Government, with staff at all levels in many different roles and aspects of government business. We provide training specific to your role as well as to develop you for the next one, and we operate shadowing schemes for key areas where staff can experience the work of others first hand. Core Skills & Experience: Proven leadership and mentoring in development teams. Advanced Drupal (8+) development expertise. Strong PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 skills. Experience with CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab), Git workflows, and Docker. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (PHPUnit, Behat, Nightwatch). Agile delivery experience (e.g., Scrum). Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration. Nice to Have: Experience with headless CMS integration and modern JS frameworks. The successful Lead Drupal Developer will be rewarded with the following: Basic salary of £58,918 to £70,450 (+ DDaT Allowance) + incremental pay progression Civil Service pension of 30.3% 31 days annual leave + 2 privilege days + 8 bank holidays Hybrid working model and offices across Wales Staff wellbeing and active diversity networks Inclusion & Diversity At Yolk Recruitment and Welsh Government, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to thrive. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds - including underrepresented groups such as women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people. We believe diversity drives innovation and better outcomes for everyone. How to Apply Apply now via Yolk Recruitment and be part of something meaningful. Our team will support you throughout the process, ensuring a smooth and fair application journey. Closing Date: 26th August (4pm) Interview Date: TBC For more information or to apply, contact Luke Cox at Yolk Recruitment -
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Procurement Officer
Wales
The Opportunity: Procurement Officer Salary: £32,544 Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them. Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to recruit a Procurement Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting the sustainable management of Wales' natural resources through expert procurement and contract management. The postholder can be based in any one of their offices across Wales: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Bangor, Dolgellau, Welshpool, Aberystwyth, Llandrindod Wells, Lampeter, Neath Port Talbot, Resolven, Swansea, Llandovery, Cross Hands, Haverfordwest, Cardiff. The Role As a procurement officer you will: Support the senior advisor, you will Support the delivery of specific elements of the NRW Procurement Strategy, to deliver best practice in procurement and contract management across NRW Oversee and coordinate the award of medium to low risk contracts, advising on procurement process, governance & outcomes Support the delivery of an integrated and professional procurement service, providing expert advice to clients on procurement issues. Support the identification of cost improvement opportunities Establish and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external customers, suppliers and partners What we're looking for You'll bring: Previous experience of undertaking procurement exercises would be advantageous but not essential There will be an expectation for study towards Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply A passion for risk-based, customer-focused service delivery. Welsh Language Requirement: Level A1 - Entry: Ability to understand and use basic phrases. Don't meet this yet? Don't worry - NRW will support your learning journey. Reward Working for NRW means being part of a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven organisation. We offer: Agile and hybrid working - your nearest NRW office will be your base. Civil Service Pension Scheme - with employer contributions of 28.97%. Generous annual leave - starting at 28 days, rising to 33. Continuous development - including leadership programmes and higher education support. Wellbeing support - including a weekly wellbeing hour. To Apply: To access the full job description, please contact Branwen Johns at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria on the full job description. Closing Date: Monday, 18th August Interview Dates: Thursday, 4th and Friday, 5th September NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values. NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.
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Senior Procurement Advisor
Wales
The Opportunity Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them. Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to recruit a Senior Procurement Advisor to support strategic, compliant, and sustainable procurement that helps protect and manage Wales' natural resources. The postholder can be based in any one of their offices across Wales: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Bangor, Dolgellau, Welshpool, Aberystwyth, Llandrindod Wells, Lampeter, Neath Port Talbot, Resolven, Swansea, Llandovery, Cross Hands, Haverfordwest, Cardiff. The Role As a senior expert, you'll: Deliver expert procurement support across diverse categories including digital, corporate services, land and forestry, labs, consultancy, and more. Lead on procurement planning, sourcing, and compliance, ensuring outcomes are robust and legally sound. Identify cost-saving and improvement opportunities, including reviewing contract delivery and supplier performance. Influence and guide internal stakeholders to adopt efficient, sustainable, and legally compliant procurement processes. Contribute to the delivery of NRW's Commercial Strategy, corporate objectives, and category plans. Build partnerships with Welsh Government, National Procurement Service, suppliers, and external bodies. What we're looking for You'll bring: Full CIPS membership or working towards Level 6 (or a relevant business/ procurement degree). Strong experience in public sector procurement and contract management. Ability to lead on complex sourcing activities and negotiations. A strategic mindset and customer-focused approach to delivering outcomes. Clear understanding of procurement legislation, governance, and risk management. Ability to communicate and influence effectively across all levels of the organisation. Welsh Language Requirement: Level A1 - Entry: Ability to understand and use basic phrases. Don't meet this yet? Don't worry - NRW will support your learning journey. Reward Working for NRW means being part of a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven organisation. We offer: Agile and hybrid working - your nearest NRW office will be your base. Civil Service Pension Scheme - with employer contributions of 28.97%. Generous annual leave - starting at 28 days, rising to 33. Continuous development - including leadership programmes and higher education support. Wellbeing support - including a weekly wellbeing hour. To Apply: To access the full job description, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria on the full job description. Closing Date: Monday, 18th August Interview Dates: Thursday, 4th and Friday, 5th September NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values. NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.
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Senior Governance Advisor
Wales
The Opportunity Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them. Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to recruit a Senior Governance Advisor to play a pivotal role in supporting the sustainable management of Wales' natural resources through expert procurement and contract management. The postholder can be based in any one of their offices across Wales: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Bangor, Dolgellau, Welshpool, Aberystwyth, Llandrindod Wells, Lampeter, Neath Port Talbot, Resolven, Swansea, Llandovery, Cross Hands, Haverfordwest, Cardiff. The Role As a senior expert, you'll: Deliver strategic, risk-based advice on procurement law and best practices. Lead the development of robust contract governance frameworks. Drive continuous improvement through training, tools, and policy updates. Guide teams across NRW to ensure legal compliance and sustainable outcomes. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, Welsh Government, service providers, and more. Play a lead role in implementing NRW's Procurement and Contract Strategy. What we're looking for You'll bring: Full MCIPS membership. Strong expertise in commercial/public sector legislation. Significant procurement and contract governance experience. A passion for risk-based, customer-focused service delivery. Experience promoting innovation and sustainability in procurement practice. Welsh Language Requirement: Level A1 - Entry: Ability to understand and use basic phrases. Don't meet this yet? Don't worry - NRW will support your learning journey. Reward Working for NRW means being part of a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven organisation. We offer: Agile and hybrid working - your nearest NRW office will be your base. Civil Service Pension Scheme - with employer contributions of 28.97%. Generous annual leave - starting at 28 days, rising to 33. Continuous development - including leadership programmes and higher education support. Wellbeing support - including a weekly wellbeing hour. To Apply: To access the full job description, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria on the full job description. Closing Date: Monday, 18th August Interview Dates: Thursday, 4th and Friday, 5th September NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values. NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.
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Engagement Manager - South-East Wales
Cardiff
Engagement Manager- Hybrid - 12 Month FTC Engagement Manager Location: South-East Wales Salary: £42,836 Hours: 37.5 per week Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is proud to be working with a Public Sector organisation whose vision is to make Wales the place of choice for health, care and wellbeing innovation. They are looking to secure an Engagement Manager to cover the Southeast Wales area. The Opportunity: Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, the Engagement Manager will: Lead stakeholder engagement across a designated region of Wales Build trusted, long-term relationships with health boards, care providers, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders Act as a key connector in the Welsh innovation ecosystem-signposting, supporting, and enabling collaboration Manage key accounts and coordinate regional innovation activity in line with strategic goals Represent Life Sciences Hub Wales at events, workshops, panels, and exhibitions Work across internal teams (marketing, intelligence, delivery, ops) to ensure seamless engagement and delivery What We're Looking For: Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, partnerships or relationship management Strong understanding of the health and care landscape in Wales Confidence working with diverse sectors: NHS, academia, third sector, and private industry Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive, collaborative mindset and ability to manage competing priorities Experience using CRM or stakeholder management systems The ability to work flexibly and independently across regional responsibilities Desirable: Welsh language skills Experience supporting innovation adoption or working in a government-funded or arm's-length body Benefits: Hybrid, flexible and supportive working culture - 2 days in the office (local Hub closest to your home address) Supportive work-life balance with a generous holiday entitlement - 30 days pro-rata annual leave plus additional public holidays Pension scheme supported by an employer contribution of 7%. To Apply: Please contact Emily Rex at Yolk Recruitment to access the full job description. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages long) simply explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role and why you feel you might be the best person for this exciting opportunity. Equal Opportunities form also for completion - please contact Emily at Yolk directly for access. Closing date: 12 noon on 1 August 2025. Interview date: Held in-person at the Cardiff Bay office on 12 & 13 August 2025. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Engagement Manager - South-West & Mid Wales
Swansea
Engagement Manager- Hybrid - 12 Month FTC Engagement Manager Location: South-West & Mid Wales Salary: £42,836 Hours: 37.5 per week Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is proud to be working with a Public Sector organisation whose vision is to make Wales the place of choice for health, care and wellbeing innovation. They are looking to secure an Engagement Manager to cover the Southwest & Mid Wales area. The Opportunity: Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, the Engagement Manager will: Lead stakeholder engagement across a designated region of Wales Build trusted, long-term relationships with health boards, care providers, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders Act as a key connector in the Welsh innovation ecosystem-signposting, supporting, and enabling collaboration Manage key accounts and coordinate regional innovation activity in line with strategic goals Represent Life Sciences Hub Wales at events, workshops, panels, and exhibitions Work across internal teams (marketing, intelligence, delivery, ops) to ensure seamless engagement and delivery What We're Looking For: Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, partnerships or relationship management Strong understanding of the health and care landscape in Wales Confidence working with diverse sectors: NHS, academia, third sector, and private industry Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive, collaborative mindset and ability to manage competing priorities Experience using CRM or stakeholder management systems The ability to work flexibly and independently across regional responsibilities Desirable: Welsh language skills Experience supporting innovation adoption or working in a government-funded or arm's-length body Benefits: Hybrid, flexible and supportive working culture - 2 days in the office (local Hub closest to your home address) Supportive work-life balance with a generous holiday entitlement - 30 days pro-rata annual leave plus additional public holidays Pension scheme supported by an employer contribution of 7%. To Apply: Please contact Emily Rex at Yolk Recruitment to access the full job description. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages long) simply explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role and why you feel you might be the best person for this exciting opportunity. Equal Opportunities form also for completion - please contact Emily at Yolk directly for access. Closing date: 12 noon on 1 August 2025. Interview date: Held in-person at the Cardiff Bay office on 12 & 13 August 2025. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Finance & Corporate Services Lead
Aberdare
Finance & Corporate Services Lead - Hybrid Finance & Corporate Services Lead Location: Aberdare (3 days in office) Salary: £40,000 Yolk Recruitment is pleased to be partnering with Age Connect Morgannwg a charity in Wales that supports those aged 50+ with the assistance, support and services they need to live a healthier, more active and independent life. Age Connect is seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance and Corporate Services Lead to join their senior management team. This pivotal role is responsible for all things finance as well as overseeing corporate services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can bring great people skills to life through a small team and effective management of all things finance. What you'll be doing The appointed Finance and Corporate Services Lead will oversee: Provide strategic financial leadership to the organisation, working closely with the Board, CEO and senior leadership team to produce sustainable and viable long-term business plans. Work closely with the CEO and Strategic Leadership Team to prepare the annual budget for the organisation and support the management team with preparation of budgets to support applications for funding Financial monitoring of all grant income and prepare appropriate grant claims Ensure that finance regulations, policies and procedures are adhered to and updated. Prepare the organisations' management accounts and year end Work alongside Managers and Team Leaders to a) drive and support organisational change b) design workforce planning and business improvement initiatives and c) improve business efficiency allowing for greater flexibility and planned growth. Work closely with others to embed a performance management culture by ensuring clear objectives, feedback and the improvement of customer service through behaviours aligned with our values. What you will bring to the team The successful Finance and Corporate Services Lead will bring the following skills and experience to the team: AAT or ACCA qualified Ability to present complex numerical and qualitative information effectively and appropriately for the audience Leadership skills - able to create and foster a culture of creativity and innovation to achieve business growth Effective communication and interpersonal skills which form positive working relationships based on trust at all levels Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to be successful in a changing environment Experience of interpreting and presenting management and financial information, i.e. budget preparation, analysis and monitoring of spend, reporting Management Accounts to Board Experience of working with Trustee Boards to develop robust governance arrangements Experience of leading and managing organisational change through continuous improvement and innovation What you will get in return The successful Finance and Corporate Services Lead will join a collaborative team who truly live the values of Age Connect. They will also be rewarded with: Salary of £40,000pa Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity for flexible working Opportunities for personal development Birthday Booster 25 days annual leave This position closed on the 8th of August at 7pm. To apply please email Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Engagement Manager - North Wales
Conwy
Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is proud to be working with a Public Sector organisation whose vision is to make Wales the place of choice for health, care and wellbeing innovation. They are looking to secure an Engagement Manager to cover the North Wales area. The Opportunity: Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, the Engagement Manager will: Lead stakeholder engagement across a designated region of Wales Build trusted, long-term relationships with health boards, care providers, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders Act as a key connector in the Welsh innovation ecosystem-signposting, supporting, and enabling collaboration Manage key accounts and coordinate regional innovation activity in line with strategic goals Represent Life Sciences Hub Wales at events, workshops, panels, and exhibitions Work across internal teams (marketing, intelligence, delivery, ops) to ensure seamless engagement and delivery What We're Looking For: Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, partnerships or relationship management Strong understanding of the health and care landscape in Wales Confidence working with diverse sectors: NHS, academia, third sector, and private industry Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive, collaborative mindset and ability to manage competing priorities Experience using CRM or stakeholder management systems The ability to work flexibly and independently across regional responsibilities Desirable: Welsh language skills Experience supporting innovation adoption or working in a government-funded or arm's-length body Benefits: Hybrid, flexible and supportive working culture - 2 days in the office (local Hub closest to your home address) Supportive work-life balance with a generous holiday entitlement - 30 days pro-rata annual leave plus additional public holidays Pension scheme supported by an employer contribution of 7%. To Apply: Please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment to access the full job description. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages long) simply explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role and why you feel you might be the best person for this exciting opportunity. Equal Opportunities form also for completion - please contact Hannah at Yolk directly for access. Closing date: 12 noon on 1 August 2025. Interview date: Held in-person at the Cardiff Bay office on 12 & 13 August 2025. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Lead Technical Architect
Newport
Lead Technical Architect Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: £64,079 - £75,701 29% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking to help them find a talented Lead Technical Architect (eligible for SC clearance) to get involved in some awesome tech projects. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity working with cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern delivery processes, and innovative projects involving AI and ML which provides a dynamic and stimulating work environment. This is a great opportunity to apply your knowledge to solutions utilizing Azure cloud technologies, employ modern delivery processes, and work on innovative projects. Collaborating with experts in their fields, you will make valuable contributions and drive our technology and services forward. Your experience of developing API based solutions will be essential to improve our integration with both internal and external interfaces. Key Responsibilities: Lead and own elements of technology architecture, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure. Provide technical leadership across service squads, project, and operational teams. Design and deliver end-to-end cloud-based solutions, acting as a Solutions Architect when required. Identify, evaluate, and implement technical solutions based on user and business needs. Ensure solution designs align with architectural standards, policies, and quality principles. Produce and present technical documentation to governance boards (e.g., Technical Design Authority). Maintain ownership of technical roadmaps for specific capabilities, aligning with business priorities and technological developments. Collaborate with cross-discipline architects to ensure architectural consistency across the organisation. Essential Criteria: Proven experience in technical architecture, translating business needs into scalable, cloud-based solutions. Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure and its ecosystem, including solution design and implementation. Strong grasp of relational databases, data modelling principles, and API-driven, loosely coupled system design. Skilled in API design using tools like Swagger or Postman. Experience developing technology strategies, roadmaps, and applying standards, policies, and reusable patterns. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies, supporting rapid and iterative delivery. What will the Dynamics Developer get in return? Pension: Up to 29% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Lead Technical Architect opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Dynamics Developer
Newport
Dynamics Developer Location: Newport (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £45,536 29% Pension The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through an incredible digital transformation whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices. Alongside this, they pride themselves on being a Stonewall Diversity Champion, which means they are part of Britain's leading best-practice employers' forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality, diversity and inclusion. We are now looking to help them find a talented Dynamics Developer (eligible for SC clearance) to get involved in some awesome tech projects. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity working with cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern delivery processes, and innovative projects involving AI and ML which provides a dynamic and stimulating work environment. Collaborating with experts in their respective fields enabling you to learn and make valuable contributions to ground breaking projects. My client offers amazing L&D training to allow the team learn and improve at their own pace. They also put their staff at the forefront of all decisions whilst recognising them the most valuable part of the organisation. What the Dynamics Developer will be doing: Design, develop, test, and document complex or mission-critical applications using Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform in a cloud-first Azure environment. Configure and customize both model-driven and canvas Power Apps. Build Power Automate flows connecting to Dataverse and other data sources. Integrate Power Platform solutions with Azure components such as Logic Apps, Service Bus, Functions, and SharePoint. Support implementation of APIs and toolkits for integration, performance, security, and scalability. Looking for a Dynamics Developer who has: Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies Advocate of DevOps principles Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team Experience with Azure DevOps What will the Dynamics Developer get in return? Up to £45,36 Pension: Up to 29% Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pm 25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days) Think this one's for you If you think this Dynamics Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Service Programme Manager
Cardiff
Service Programme Manager - Salary up to £65,000 - (Hybrid based in Wales) The Organisation Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them. If you want to put your technical skills to good use and get involved in exciting projects which impact the lives of everyone here in Wales, we want to hear from you! Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values. NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. With over 100 web applications, associated databases and API's, real-time environmental modelling, public alerting and reporting and IOT data collection of over 650 remote locations - interesting and exciting work with purpose is never far away. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to find them high calibre technical talent from across Wales. The Opportunity We are currently working with NRW to recruit their next Service Programme Manager - a critical leadership role working on transforming NRW's corporate services . The Role You will be responsible for oversight of third party suppliers and multidisciplinary teams, shaping the services that drive a vital organisation. Lead major, complex programmes and projects working to shape corporate services Shape the governance framework and oversee the governance of interdependent projects; addressing assurance and corporate risk Act as a Subject Matter Expert for organisational change and improvement Analyse and interpret complex data to provide accurate reporting for key stakeholders Requirements You will have demonstrable experience of leading large scale tech programmes in complex environments, working with diverse stakeholders. Comprehensive knowledge of the application of CI and PPM processes to enhance performance Advanced analytical, visualisation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements through structured analysis methods Strong experience in complex environments, engaging effectively with senior business/IT leadership and end-user communities Experience managing technical and expert staff directly and through matrix structures, Reward Aside from working on meaningful projects that positively impact the people of Wales, the successful applicant for this Service Programme Manager role will be rewarded with the following: Salary of up to £65,000 Civil service pension scheme (28.9% employer contribution) Variety of working patterns 28 days annual leave (increasing annually to 33 days) PLUS 8 bank holidays CPD ranging from practical to further and higher education courses Weekly well-being hour Health and well-being benefits and support Active & sustainable travel benefits such as Cycle to Work and season ticket loans Payment of professional membership fees relevant to your role Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.
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Tech Programme Manager
Cardiff
Tech Programme Manager - Salary up to £65,000 - (Hybrid based in Wales) The Organisation Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is at the heart of making sure Wales' natural resources are being used sustainably so that future generations can benefit from them. If you want to put your technical skills to good use and get involved in exciting projects which impact the lives of everyone here in Wales, we want to hear from you! Offering agile working, flexible working and remote working with generous annual leave allowances, civil service pension, CPD and a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits ensures that Natural Resources Wales remains an employer of choice for job seekers across Wales and beyond. NRW are passionate about creative a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. They embrace quality of opportunity irrespective of disability, neurodivergence, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender expression and gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, culture, or religion. They put the principles of human rights, equality, fairness, dignity, and respect at the heart of their values. NRW are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. With over 100 web applications, associated databases and API's, real-time environmental modelling, public alerting and reporting and IOT data collection of over 650 remote locations - interesting and exciting work with purpose is never far away. Yolk Recruitment is working in partnership with Natural Resources Wales to find them high calibre technical talent from across Wales. The Opportunity We are currently working with NRW to recruit their next Tech Programme Manager - a critical leadership role within their current DDaT transformation. The Role You will be responsible for oversight of third party suppliers, technical teams and internal specialists - ensuring the diverse branches of the technical landscape are aligned - shaping the organisation's future. Lead major, complex programmes and projects shaping the technology team with an aligned vision Shape the governance framework and oversee the governance of interdependent projects; addressing assurance and corporate risk Act as a Subject Matter Expert for organisational change and improvement Analyse and interpret complex data to provide accurate reporting for key stakeholders Requirements You will have demonstrable experience of leading large scale tech programmes in complex environments, working with diverse stakeholders. Comprehensive knowledge of the application of CI and PPM processes to enhance performance Advanced analytical, visualisation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements through structured analysis methods Strong experience in complex environments, engaging effectively with senior business/IT leadership and end-user communities Experience managing technical and expert staff directly and through matrix structures, Reward Aside from working on meaningful projects that positively impact the people of Wales, the successful applicant for this Tech Programme Manager role will be rewarded with the following: Salary of up to £65,000 Civil service pension scheme (28.9% employer contribution) Variety of working patterns 28 days annual leave (increasing annually to 33 days) PLUS 8 bank holidays CPD ranging from practical to further and higher education courses Weekly well-being hour Health and well-being benefits and support Active & sustainable travel benefits such as Cycle to Work and season ticket loans Payment of professional membership fees relevant to your role Yolk Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner to Natural Resources Wales and therefore all applications will be managed by the team at Yolk following NRW's own fair and transparent recruitment process.
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Brand Manager
Southwark
Brand Manager - Hybrid Brand Manager Location: Hybrid - London, Lytham, Durham, or Glasgow (40% in-office) Salary: £42,000 - £48,000 DOE Yolk Recruitment is working with a major UK financial institution undergoing exciting transformation. With a brand trusted by millions, they're now looking for a strategic, creative, and collaborative Brand Manager to help shape how that brand is experienced by customers and employees across every touchpoint. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a small, purpose-driven brand team at the heart of a respected national organisation - where your work will influence culture, customer experience, and the future of the brand itself. What you'll be doing The appointed Brand Manager will lead a broad range of projects and will: Lead the activation of brand strategy across high-impact, business-wide projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external agencies to ensure brand alignment at every stage. Bring the brand to life visually and verbally through compelling storytelling and consistent design. Champion brand governance across all internal and external channels. Manage the day-to-day relationship with the design agency - from briefing to creative review. Own the brand budget, aligning spend to strategic and business priorities. What you'll bring to the team The successful Brand Manager will bring the following skills and experience to the team: Degree in communications, design, or a relevant field, or equivalent experience in brand management or related disciplines Proven experience in brand management (client or agency side). A strong grasp of brand principles, visual identity systems, and design thinking. Creative mindset with strategic vision - able to solve problems and inspire action. Excellent communication skills - confident influencing stakeholders at all levels. Experience working on integrated campaigns across digital and offline channels. Ability to manage multiple projects and agency partners in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return The successful Brand Manager will join a trusted, high-profile organisation with a powerful social mission and have real ownership and visibility in a brand that touches millions. They will also be rewarded with the following: Civil service pension of 28.97% Generous annual leave - starting at 25 days, increasing to 30 days Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible hybrid working options 9-day fortnight scheme A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity Performance related variable pay bonus Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave A supportive, purpose-led culture that values innovation and collaboration. Apply now to shape one of the UK's most recognisable brands from the inside out. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Lead Delivery Manager
Cardiff
Role: Lead Delivery Manager Location: Cardiff, Wales. Hybrid - minimum of 1 day a week on site. Salary: Competitive Pension: 20% The Opportunity: Digital Health and Care Wales vision is to provide world leading digital services, empowering people to live healthier lives, and transforming health and care for everyone in Wales. It is a multi-award-winning organisation, and was twice voted the UK's Best Place to Work in IT. We are now helping DHCW to find a Lead Delivery to help with effective delivery of complex, high risk products, projects and services. You will have a high standard of previous experience managing a range of products, projects and services and have responsibility and accountability as the main point of escalation. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Coaching: Lead and mentor Agile teams, promote Lean practices, and champion continuous improvement. Coach other teams and contribute to the delivery community of practice. Planning & Delivery: Plan and manage complex delivery activities across the full product lifecycle, ensuring stakeholder alignment and continuous flow of value. Lead backlog refinement, roadmap creation, and sprint planning. Process Improvement: Drive innovation and efficiency by identifying delivery bottlenecks, streamlining processes, and leveraging performance metrics for data-driven decisions. Stakeholder Management: Manage complex relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers. Communicate progress and negotiate priorities and trade-offs effectively. Finance & Contracts: Oversee budgets, contracts, and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective delivery. Qualifications & Skills: Essential: Master's degree or equivalent experience. Certified Scrum Master (or equivalent). Expert in Agile and Lean methodologies. Strong leadership in multi-disciplinary Agile teams. Proven ability to manage complex projects and stakeholder expectations. Experience in budgeting, contracting, and supplier management. Desirable: Knowledge of NHS/Welsh healthcare systems and terminology. Membership in Agile professional bodies. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker and pragmatic problem-solver. Excellent communicator, capable of managing sensitive and complex discussions. Metrics and outcomes-driven with a user-centred mindset. Champion of positive team culture and high-quality delivery. Think this one's for you If you think this Lead Delivery Manager opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Planned Programmes Surveyor
Frome
Planned Programmes Surveyor Salary: £44,127 Location: Flexible with travel to Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire & Somerset Role: 1 Year FTC (Chance to go permanent) Hybrid working - Home based with travel to sites when required We're proud to be partnering with a leading social housing provider based in the South West, who are currently seeking an experienced surveyor to deliver large planned works projects including: External fabric, roofing, flooring & energy efficiency upgrades. As a planned project surveyor, you'll predominantly oversee and be responsible for leading the delivery of planned works for social housing properties including external fabrics, roofing projects, flooring and energy efficiency upgrades You will be responsible for surveying, measuring and assessing the properties condition for planned projects and recording the scope of works Management of budgets for works, ensuring value for money and a customer-focused service Supporting and overseeing contractors, checking valuations and work specifications, maintaining relationships with contractors to deliver works to a high standard, on time and to quality and customer satisfaction standards Carry out pre and post inspections of works, ensuring health & safety and CDM regulations are being followed throughout Provide quality control, tenant liaison and customer support where needed What's in it for you Although this is initially an FTC of 1 year, there is the strong possibility for the position to go permanent due to the expansion of the planned works programmes required Various pension packages and schemes to chose from Retail and high street discounts Access to virtual GP & Physio Investment in colleague's careers and development through leader and colleague development frameworks What we're looking for You will need to be an experienced surveyor with a HND/HNC or equivalent qualification in the built environment A background working in social housing and managing planned maintenance programmes A full driving licence and access to a vehicle For further information about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Welfoot on 07458163873 and email a copy of your CV
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Software Developer (.NET)
Cardiff
Role: .NET Developer Salary: £35,787 - £43,759 Location: Cardiff (hybrid) The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst working with one of the first fully cloud-based organizations. We are now looking for a .NET developer to help design, code and test programs, using the right standards and tools. This includes building interfaces between systems, or working on more complex user focussed applications as part of the wider team. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop new systems or enhance existing applications with guidance from the Lead Developer Write clean, secure, and well-tested code Follow and contribute to coding best practices Support, troubleshoot, and maintain live systems Manage releases via CI/CD pipelines and assist with post-deployment support Act on IT security recommendations and ensure code meets required standards Mentor junior team members and apprentices Escalate technical issues when needed Technical Experience: Experience with Microsoft Azure or similar cloud platforms (such as AWS or Google Cloud) Experience working with a front end JavaScript framework such as Vue, React or Angular etc. Working knowledge of the .NET platform Think this one's for you If you think this .NET Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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Heating and Plumbing Engineer
Pembrokeshire
Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is thrilled to be selected as the Specialist Recruitment partner for ateb to appoint a Heating and Plumbing Engineer. About the Role As a Heating & Plumbing Engineer at ateb, you'll help them deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality heating and plumbing services to their 3,000+ homes across West Wales. From reactive repairs to planned upgrades, you'll play a vital role in improving lives and homes across the region. You'll join ateb's Property Team within the Customer Directorate, where trust, empowerment and togetherness are at the heart of everything they do. What You'll Do Complete annual servicing and landlord safety checks of heating/ plumbing systems Deliver plumbing and heating repairs across homes Support the turnaround of empty properties by carrying out any plumbing and heating work when needed Contribute to the planned maintenance programme by completing planned boiler / central heating / bathroom replacements and other planned works when required. Maintain compliance with all safety and housing standards Collaborate across teams to deliver a first-class customer experience Help ateb meet energy goals including decarbonisation initiatives Essential Requirements Category 1 Accredited Certification Scheme (ACS) Gas Operative Hold a qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline (e.g. NVQ 3 Gas Fitting, Plumbing, etc) You will also hold the following gas qualifications: CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1, CPA1 A full valid UK driving licence Benefits Company van (for business use) Life insurance (x3 salary) Simply Health Plan, sick pay, flu jabs, counselling support Training & development for new qualifications and certifications Flexible working, Trust Clock hours, volunteering days, and more 30 days annual leave + 3 discretionary days Simply Health Scheme SHPS Defined Contribution Pension (with employer match) How to Apply For a confidential discussion and to access the job description before applying, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please submit your CV ensuring you've demonstrated how your qualifications and experience relate to the role. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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When I first spoke to Yolk they explained in full the job even though it wasn’t something I was originally looking for and off the back of this made me think this was something that had potential! After putting me forward for the job, Yolk have been nothing but supportive and very professional. I always feel like they are there to help and support and any queries that I have they've got answers for me.
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Having previously run our own direct recruitment campaign without finding the right person for our Communications & Campaigns Manager vacancy, I engaged with Yolk via the Crown Commercial Service framework for Permanent Recruitment Services. The Yolk team were responsive, helpful and able to provide us with a really strong shortlist to interview against a tight deadline, meaning we found a great member of staff without a lot of fuss. I wou...
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After a 15-year military career, followed by more than 20 in the police, the thought of venturing outside of these environments was one that filled me with dread. I’d never needed a CV and selection procedures were not the same in my world as they were in the outside world – I feared I would be type cast and for that reason it was easy to stay with what I knew. That was until I took a call from the Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team of ...
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Thanks so much for all your help and support in finding me a new role. You were so kind and encouraging and for that I am very grateful. I look forward to starting at the Royal Mint! Thanks again for finding me this role.
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Yolk and Careers Wales have had a successful working partnership for many years and the reason we go back to them time and time again is that they consistently provide us with excellent service levels and fantastic talent. The Public Sector team at Yolk always take time at the outset of each recruitment campaign to understand the role, team and culture fit and have successfully filled commercial roles as diverse as PA, Marketing Coordin...
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The Royal Mint has worked closely with Yolk Recruitment since 2009 to support us with permanent, interim and occasional temporary recruitment across a diverse range of roles including IT; Project Management; Marketing, Engineering and Finance. They have proved very effective in their methods and I have been particularly impressed with the level of customer service they provide not only The Royal Mint but also the candidates that they re...
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Yolk's Public Sector team first contacted me about the possibility of a new role and I was dubious at first given my experiences with others previously but I experienced only positives from Yolk. They kept in touch throughout the process, and continued to keep in touch afterwards to make sure I had everything I needed. Thank you for your efforts and hard work!
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I have to compliment Yolk Recruitment who stand head and shoulders above their competition in terms of candidate experience. I was recommended Yolk via a friend and from the first introduction I was treated professionally. The team took the time to really understand my background, skill-set and motivation. They asked to meet with me to discuss potential opportunities and to best match me to suitable roles. They discussed the role at Chw...
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I had a great experience with Yolk. They interviewed me to get a good understanding of my background and experience and advised me of several roles that were a good match for my skills. When I applied for my current role the process was very smooth, Yolk were always very responsive, professional and friendly and they guided me through the interview and offer process to reach a positive outcome.
Key Public Sector Team Contacts
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Emily Rex
Senior Consultant | Public Sector & Not-for-Profit
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Branwen Johns
Senior Consultant | Public Sector
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Luke Cox
Senior Consultant | Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT)
Luke's expertise in Tech Recruitment within the Public Sector enables him to connect talent with opportunity across Digital, Data, and Tech (DDaT).
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Hannah Welfoot
Principal Consultant | Social Housing
Hannah started her recruitment career in 2006, building trusted working relationships with social housing professionals from operational to executive level.
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Jaydn Harding
Consultant | Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT)
Jaydn specialises in tech recruitment for Not-for-Profit organisations, matching project demands with candidates across IT specialisms.
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Richard Coombs
Senior Consultant | Temp Recruitment
Richard supports UK-wide clients with contingent labour solutions for temporary workforce throughout the Public and Not-for-Profit sectors.
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Nici Jones
Director | Public Sector & Not-for-profit
Nici heads up the Public Sector team, ensuring expectations are exceeded so we can continue to support our clients within the Civil Service and beyond.
Public Sector & NFP Case Studies
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The Future of Public Sector Jobs; What to Expect in 2025
Hiring across the Public Sector and Not-for-Profit space has picked up in 2025 and is expected to continue into 2026, particularly in areas linked to digital transformation, ESG, and community engagement. Yolk's Public Sector and Not-for-Profit team have highlighted the hiring trends shaping the recruitment landscape in 2025/26.
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