Careers

If you are driven to deliver solutions to the public sector, SVGC could be your next great career move.

About SVGC

SVGC is a privately owned, independent systems and digital engineering consultancy serving UK defence, government and security markets, comprised of permanent and Associate staff.

We’ve been providing support to the public sector for over 28 years and are ever expanding. That’s why attracting the most talented and driven people is key to our ongoing success.

“SVGC is driven by a shared ambition to solve complex challenges in smarter, more innovative ways. Our collaborative approach empowers our team to shape better outcomes, not just for today, but for the future.”
Andrew Dixon, SVGC Managing Director

Why work at SVGC

Our Culture

At SVGC, we’re a small, agile, and dynamic consultancy that thrives on collaboration and delivering real impact for our clients. If you’re looking for a workplace where your ideas are valued and your voice matters, you’ll feel right at home here.

Your contribution will directly shape outcomes for our clients and our business. We actively encourage innovation, support professional growth, and believe in mentoring and coaching each other to build skills and expertise.

Our senior team is passionate about developing emerging talent, offering challenging opportunities, career progression, and genuine support along the way.

Working Patterns

We embrace flexible working, both on-site and remotely, while maintaining a strong team spirit. Throughout the year, we come together for learning days, team socials, and celebrations to stay connected and inspired.

Carla Stanton

“Working on projects that protect and improve public services and seeing tangible results for a greater cause provide me with a huge sense of purpose and pride.”

Carla Stanton, Chief of Staff & Director of Associates

Becky

“What I love most about my role is the perfect balance between intellectual challenge and the people I work with. Every day presents new, complex problems that push me to think critically, adapt, and grow. It’s the kind of environment where innovative thinking thrives, and I’m constantly motivated help develop improvements and new solutions.”

Anthony Hornidge, Head of Technology and Strategy

Mark

“I love the variety of the work and opportunity for growth at SVGC. We have a brilliant team of experts who have worked within the industry for years which means I get to work closely with, and learn from, hugely knowledgeable people. It’s very inspiring.”

Mark Tamba, Systems Engineer Consultant

What we Offer
Who we look for
Associates
Speculative Approaches
  • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • 2-3 additional days holiday over the Christmas/New Year period.
  • Pension Scheme
  • Medical insurance
  • Fully paid social events

To support our ongoing growth, we’re interested in talking to great people with the qualifications and experience in the following roles:

  • Systems Engineers
  • Project Management
  • Professional Services Consultants
  • Operational Analysts
  • Change Management specialists
  • Business Analysis
  • Requirements Management & Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Data Science & Analysis
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Would you like to opportunity to use your experience to work flexibly on exciting projects at the heart of government?

SVGC Associates is a pool of experts that work across a wide range of critical national projects on demand, ranging in duration from a few days to a few years.

Becoming part of our flexible Associate pool allows you to join our business teams when tenders need to be competed for, and as technical projects need essential expertise.

So, if you have credible professional experience, are genuinely interested in bringing this experience to clients then we would love to hear from you. Contact Judith Armatage directly at j.armatage@svgc.co.uk or call 07483 307539.

We welcome speculative job seeking approaches for permanent and associate roles so, if you are interested in working for SVGC and don’t see any opportunities that match your skills and experience, send your cv. Please state if you are wanting permanent or associate work, contact:

Contact Judith Armatage directly at j.armatage@svgc.co.uk or call 07483 307539.

Vacancies

Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager

Owing to our continued growth and trusted reputation, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Software Quality Assurance Manager to join our team.
You will work closely with the Head of Quality & Analysis, Chief Technology Officer, IT Service Manager and Project Managers. The ability to communicate effectively and engage with customers and the wider team is critical.

Power Platform Developer

Power Platform Developer

Owing to our continued growth and trusted reputation, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Power Platform Developer to join our Data Science team. This position is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mind and a strong sense of responsibility, essential for managing complex projects and meeting deadlines and budgets effectively.

Defence and Security Consultant

Defence and Security Consultant

Owing to our continued growth and trusted reputation, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Defence and Security Consultant to join our Ministry of Defence team. This position is ideal for someone with extensive experience within the Defence and/or Security Sector and will support delivery, growth, and strategic development of the portfolio of services we deliver to our Defence sector clients.

Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager

Owing to our continued growth and trusted reputation, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Technical Project Manager to join our Digital Sensitivity Review team. This position is ideal for someone with a solid understanding of project management with strong technical awareness.