Delivery Manager
Outside | Remote | Start Oct | 6 months
SR2 is supporting a central government-backed project exploring the next generation of digital public services, with a focus on agentic AI proof of concepts. The team is developing new ways to deliver personalised, relevant and practical guidance for citizens.
We’re now looking for a Delivery Manager to join the team and keep everything running smoothly. You’ll work closely with the Lead Product Manager, Product Manager, designers, researchers, and engineers, ensuring the team can deliver at pace, learn quickly, and stay focused on outcomes.
Role:
Leading the day-to-day delivery of an agile, multidisciplinary team.
Planning and running discoveries in short timeframes, ensuring insights are captured and acted on.
Working closely with user-centred design (UCD) colleagues to support research, testing, and iteration.
Removing blockers, managing risks, and keeping delivery on track.
Supporting the team to balance innovation with delivery discipline.
Coordinating workshops, stand-ups, and agile ceremonies to maintain clarity and momentum.Requirements:
Proven experience as a Delivery Manager, ideally in government or complex public-sector projects.
A track record of running discovery and alpha GDS projects in short timeframes.
Strong experience working with UCD teams (designers, researchers, content designers).
The ability to foster collaboration and transparency across multidisciplinary teams.
Experience managing delivery of AI tools or prototypes (beneficial)Why this project?
This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative, impactful programme shaping how AI can support people through life events. You’ll be at the heart of developing new patterns, design approaches, and technology foundations that could influence the future of the UK government.
If you’re excited by delivering discovery and alpha work at pace and helping teams unlock their best work, we’d love to hear from you.
Contractual overview:
IR35 status: Outside
Day rate: £500-£525
Start: early October 2025
Duration: 6 months initial contract
Location: remote first (with some on-site workshops in London when required)Please apply with a copy of your CV and Emma from SR2 will contact potential candidates regarding next steps