Client experience sits at the core of everything iO Associates do. iO Associates (iO) work diligently to source expert professionals for their clients, specialising in recruitment across the tech, government & defence, engineering, and digital specialisms sectors and across all individual industries. The dedicated team of motivated, highly experienced, and knowledgeable consultants at iO leverage their unrivalled expertise to provide bespoke solutions to suit any business challenge. At iO, they excel in securing the best talent to service the products and infrastructure of the future. iO’s services span contract, interim, search, and permanent appointments, offering end-to-end support that includes Statements of Work, IR35 determination processes, offshoring, and full MSP and RPO models. Community engagement is a fundamental part of iO Associates' ethos. Since their launch in 2015, iO Associates have actively participated in the local tech community. Now with a vibrantly evolving hub in Manchester, iO are immersing themselves in the Mancunian tech scene, attending events like Dot Net North Meetup, the Manchester Tech Festival, DTX, BrightHR, Women in Tech, M365 and Power Platform User Group, Tech Leaders Talk, PyData, CDL & KAO Data, and Data Centre meet. Their commitment goes beyond business transactions—they are dedicated to building a community of learning, tech collaboration, and industry growth. From hosting informative Meetups and immersive Round Tables to participating in prominent conferences and networking events, iO Associates are an integral part of the local tech scene. Looking ahead, they are excited to introduce iO Meetups to the Manchester tech space, providing new avenues for interaction and knowledge exchange. iO Associates is part of Precision Resource Group (PRG), which includes recruitment brands Finitas (Finance, Governance and Change), Panoramic Associates (Health & Social Care, Education, Built Environment, Change & Transformation, and Corporate Services), and PRG Consulting. Find out how working with iO Associates can help you reach your goals by visiting their website at www.ioassociates.co.uk or calling 0161 526 6539. Follow them on LinkedIn to stay updated on their latest achievements and opportunities.

iO Associates

Head of Data Management

Welcome to the ICOThe ICO is the UK’s independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals. The work of the office is varied and includes influencing information rights policy, writing guidance, enforcing the law and offering advice to organisations and the general public. The ICO’s Technology and Innovation departments deal with some of the most complex privacy, data rights, data protection and emerging technology issues that society faces.The aim of the group is to make sure the ICO can assess and respond to these developments, and most importantly, to shape the future privacy, data and technology landscape. We are expanding the team and looking for experts in a range of fields. Find out more about our opportunities via ico.org.uk/tech We recently held a Technology and Innovation Q and A session where you can find out more about the work of the Technology department- see below:

Information Commissioner's Office

Data Analyst

Ofcom is the UK’s independent regulator for communication services including TV, Broadband and Radio. We aim to protect consumers from bad practices and have most recently been appointed the regulator for the draft Online Safety Bill; a global first looking at protecting users in the online space.What exactly do we do?We have quite a wide spectrum of responsibilities including making sure people get the best from their broadband, home phone and mobile services, as well as keeping an eye on TV and radio. We also help to make sure people across the UK are satisfied with what they see and hear on TV and radio, and that programmes reflect the audiences they serve. We consider every complaint we receive from viewers and listeners. Often, we investigate further and we sometimes find broadcasters in breach of our rules. Complaints about Love Island yes they come to us! We also oversee the universal postal service, which means Royal Mail must deliver and collect letters six days a week, and parcels five days a week, at an affordable and uniform price throughout the UK. We look after the airwaves used by wireless devices like cordless phones, walkie talkies and even some car keys and doorbells. We also help to make sure people don’t get scammed and are protected from bad practices. This is particularly important for vulnerable or older people. Our duties come from Parliament and our priority is to look after consumers and we sometimes do this by promoting competition among companies we regulate. What else do we offer apart from being a pretty cool company? We believe that the reward package at Ofcom is based on much more than just salary. Our aim is to empower colleagues to undertake interesting and important work and we are committed to investing and supporting people to achieve their full potential.We believe that our colleagues are best-placed to choose the benefits that are of most value to them, so we have designed a flexible benefits package to suit individual needs. The range of benefits that can be chosen reflects the flexible environment we aim to create.Our standard benefits include:Flexible Benefits allowancePension allowance25 days holidayPrivate Medical InsuranceAnnual Health CheckLife AssuranceIncome Protection Insurance You can also choose from a wider range of flexible benefits, including the option to purchase additional annual leave, travel insurance, private medical cover for your family... and much more. At Ofcom, people are our greatest asset, so developing them is a fundamental part of our ethos. We take professional development very seriously, and encourage colleagues not only to seek development to improve their performance in role, but also CPD (continuous professional development) to enhance their professional competence and career opportunities. Colleagues use personal development plans to record and prioritise their personal development needs. We then provide a variety of opportunities for colleagues to meet those needs, including:a comprehensive set of internal training courses;career coaching;investment to attend appropriate external courses;sponsorships for professional or academic qualifications; andmemberships of professional bodies. As well as these 'traditional' methods of development, we also encourage secondments, project-based work and 'on the job' learning. Be part of a global firstThis is an exciting time to join Ofcom. We’re delivering vital work to help shape the communications services of today and tomorrow – from helping the UK be a world leader in 5G mobile, to driving investment in ultrafast broadband and supporting the traditional postal service. To support all that work, we carry out world-class research in exciting areas such as technology and consumer behaviour. On top of this our role as the regulator for the Online Safety Bill puts us in a brilliant position to be part of a global first in protecting users online. If you want to be part of something life changing come and join Ofcom today and make a safer life online for all.

Ofcom

Senior Interaction Designer

At the Government Digital Service (GDS), our mission is to build a simple, joined-up and personalised experience of government for everyone. Using our unique position at the centre of government, we develop services that work for the user, however complex the underlying systems may be. We believe that ensuring things work for end users is the only way to realise the efficiencies that come with digital transformation.Our focus is on delivering five missions in the following areas:GOV.UK as the single and trusted online destination for government information and servicesJoined-up services that solve whole problems and span multiple departmentsA simple digital identity solution that works for everyoneCommon tools and expert servicesJoined-up data across departmentsYou can read more about these missions and our vision for the transformation of government in our 2021-2024 strategy

Government Digital Services

Senior Service Designer

Government Digital Services

Mid & Senior Developers

Government Digital Services

Unity Programme Senior Interaction Designer - HMRC - G7

Transforming lives through technologyGovernment Digital and Data is a community of experts leading digital transformation in government. Together, we are a powerful force creating more efficient services that have a meaningful impact on people’s lives.Check out the latest videos from the cabinet office with some great case studies and introduction to the new Government Digital and Data brand.It's not just about completing a product, a process transformation or project, it's about driving the country and the public services that enable it to evolve, and digitally transform.Morgan Long, Senior Product Manager and Talent Lead at Ministry of Defence