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Sanderson Government & Defence

Service Designer

Remote

London, United kingdom

£ 425 /day

Freelance

03-12-2025

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Communication Jira GitLab Agile methodologies Research Agile Recruitment

Job Specifications

Location: Fully remote
Day Rate: £425p/d - Inside IR35
Duration: 3 months (scope for extension)
About the Role
We're looking for a skilled Service Designer to help shape public services that are user-focused, inclusive, and effective. Working at SFIA Level 4/5, you'll be a part of design activities within multidisciplinary teams, using evidence and empathy to improve service experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Design and improve end-to-end service journeys using user research and design tools.
Create service blueprints, journey maps, and prototypes.
Facilitate workshops and engage stakeholders across departments.
Ensure services meet accessibility and GDS standards.
Work independently within a defined framework, contributing to agile delivery.
Skills and Experience
Experience in service design, ideally in the public sector.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency with tools like jira, gitlab, or similar.
Understanding of user-centred design and agile methodologies.
Desirable
Familiarity with GDS standards and service assessments.
Experience designing for diverse and vulnerable user groups.
Why Join Us?
Make a real impact on public services.
Enjoy flexible working and a supportive team culture.
Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
Please do get in touch to find out more: (see below)
Reasonable Adjustments:
Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.
If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason,please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

About the Company

Sanderson Government & Defence was established over 20 years ago as a bespoke solution to a unique talent problem: sourcing and placing high-calibre professional talent to work within the UK government and defence sector. MISSION We provide talent solutions for the UK government and their critical supply chains, including: Ministry of Defence and areas of National Security; Central Government and Arm’s Length Bodies; National Policing and Justice; and the broader Public Sector. EXPERTISE & SKILL Central to our success has b... Know more