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Digital talent for healthcare and consulting.
Our Services
Contract and interim resourcing
We provide access to a carefully vetted network of public sector contractors, covering a wide range of specialist areas. Our expertise spans Product & Delivery, UCD & Service Design, Engineering & DevOps, and all aspects of Architecture including Technical, Solution, and Enterprise roles.
Whether you need short-term support or interim leadership, we ensure you have access to the right talent exactly when you need it.
Virtual Bench
Our Virtual Bench offers a pool of pre-qualified contractors who are ready for rapid deployment. This service is ideal for situations where speed is critical, such as bid support, project mobilisation, or framework call-offs.
With our Virtual Bench, you can respond quickly to new opportunities and project demands, confident that you have immediate access to proven professionals.
Permanent hiring
We specialise in sourcing high-quality, long-term team members for your organisation. Our permanent hiring solutions support digital transformation units, in-house consulting teams, specialist technical roles, and more.
We focus on finding candidates who not only have the right skills but also fit your culture and long-term vision, helping you build teams that drive sustained success.
Business development
Our support goes beyond traditional recruitment. We actively help clients win new work, not just deliver existing projects. This includes providing named resources and comprehensive CV packs for bids, supplying supply chain evidence for framework submissions, and offering partner value aligned with ESG and B Corp principles.
We are committed to being a true partner in your business development journey.
Executive search
For strategic and senior appointments, our executive search service covers roles such as Heads of Delivery, Engineering, and Product, Chief Digital Officers, CTOs, Programme Directors, and Consulting Practice Leads.
Our approach includes confidential retained searches, market mapping, and competitor intelligence. We facilitate leadership interview panels, stakeholder engagement, and bespoke assessments such as stakeholder strategy and delivery planning scenarios.
Our thorough process ensures you secure the right leaders to drive your organisation forward.
We provide access to a carefully vetted network of public sector contractors, covering a wide range of specialist areas. Our expertise spans Product & Delivery, UCD & Service Design, Engineering & DevOps, and all aspects of Architecture including Technical, Solution, and Enterprise roles.
Whether you need short-term support or interim leadership, we ensure you have access to the right talent exactly when you need it.
Our Virtual Bench offers a pool of pre-qualified contractors who are ready for rapid deployment. This service is ideal for situations where speed is critical, such as bid support, project mobilisation, or framework call-offs.
With our Virtual Bench, you can respond quickly to new opportunities and project demands, confident that you have immediate access to proven professionals.
We specialise in sourcing high-quality, long-term team members for your organisation. Our permanent hiring solutions support digital transformation units, in-house consulting teams, specialist technical roles, and more.
We focus on finding candidates who not only have the right skills but also fit your culture and long-term vision, helping you build teams that drive sustained success.
Our support goes beyond traditional recruitment. We actively help clients win new work, not just deliver existing projects. This includes providing named resources and comprehensive CV packs for bids, supplying supply chain evidence for framework submissions, and offering partner value aligned with ESG and B Corp principles.
We are committed to being a true partner in your business development journey.
For strategic and senior appointments, our executive search service covers roles such as Heads of Delivery, Engineering, and Product, Chief Digital Officers, CTOs, Programme Directors, and Consulting Practice Leads.
Our approach includes confidential retained searches, market mapping, and competitor intelligence. We facilitate leadership interview panels, stakeholder engagement, and bespoke assessments such as stakeholder strategy and delivery planning scenarios.
Our thorough process ensures you secure the right leaders to drive your organisation forward.
Connecting you to digital talent
Brio Partners is a purpose-driven technology recruitment firm that assists public sector consultancies in scaling with high-integrity contract, permanent, and executive talent. We place experts in delivery, product development, user-centred design, architecture, engineering, and strategic leadership.
We’re tech focused.
With an international reach.
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talent search.
We’re tech focused.
With an international reach.
Join the talent search.
Areas of expertise
Architecture and Technical Leadership
UX Researchers
Interaction Designers
Content Designers
We provide UCD specialists who build inclusive, accessible services based on real user needs. All our UCD talent has experience working in or with government departments and arms-length bodies.
Typical assignments:
- Discovery research
- Accessibility and content audits
- End-to-end service design for GDS assessments
Product and Service Design
Product Managers
Service Designers
Product Owners
Our network includes professionals fluent in the GDS Service Standard, user needs, MVP strategy, and iterative design for public-facing services.
Typical assignments;
- Multi-disciplinary agile squads
- Alpha-to-beta product teams
- Digital service overhauls for central/local gov
User-Centred Design (UCD)
UX Researchers
Interaction Designers
Content Designers
We provide UCD specialists who build inclusive, accessible services based on real user needs. All our UCD talent has experience working in or with government departments and arms-length bodies.
Typical assignments:
- Discovery research
- Accessibility and content audits
- End-to-end service design for GDS assessments
Architecture and Technical Leadership
Solution Architects
Technical Architects
Enterprise Architects
Our architects combine strategic thinking with hands-on systems knowledge. From cloud migration to legacy replatforming, they understand delivery risks and infrastructure realities.
Typical assignments:
- Government cloud and DevSecOps programmes
- Architecture governance and planning
- Complex integrations (e.g. NHS Spine, Home Office, DfE)
Engineering and DevOps
Software Engineers
DevOps
QA/SDETs
We deliver engineering talent that builds with intent—from scalable microservices to test automation in high-trust environments. We focus on candidates with public sector or consultancy experience, who can thrive in agile squads.
Languages & tools covered:
Go, Python, Java, Scala, TypeScript, Terraform, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure DevOps
Executive and leadership search
Heads of Delivery
CTOs
Directors of Product
Digital Transformation Leaders
We work with clients to place senior leaders who align with public sector mission and digital vision. Through retained search, stakeholder workshops, and market mapping, we help clients secure the people who set the pace for change.
Typical Assignments:
- Practice leaders in consultancies
- Interim digital leaders for gov department
UX Researchers
Interaction Designers
Content Designers
We provide UCD specialists who build inclusive, accessible services based on real user needs. All our UCD talent has experience working in or with government departments and arms-length bodies.
Typical assignments:
- Discovery research
- Accessibility and content audits
- End-to-end service design for GDS assessments
Product Managers
Service Designers
Product Owners
Our network includes professionals fluent in the GDS Service Standard, user needs, MVP strategy, and iterative design for public-facing services.
Typical assignments;
- Multi-disciplinary agile squads
- Alpha-to-beta product teams
- Digital service overhauls for central/local gov
UX Researchers
Interaction Designers
Content Designers
We provide UCD specialists who build inclusive, accessible services based on real user needs. All our UCD talent has experience working in or with government departments and arms-length bodies.
Typical assignments:
- Discovery research
- Accessibility and content audits
- End-to-end service design for GDS assessments
Solution Architects
Technical Architects
Enterprise Architects
Our architects combine strategic thinking with hands-on systems knowledge. From cloud migration to legacy replatforming, they understand delivery risks and infrastructure realities.
Typical assignments:
- Government cloud and DevSecOps programmes
- Architecture governance and planning
- Complex integrations (e.g. NHS Spine, Home Office, DfE)
For strategic and senior appointments, our executive search service covers roles such as Heads of Delivery, Engineering, and Product, Chief Digital Officers, CTOs, Programme Directors, and Consulting Practice Leads.
Our approach includes confidential retained searches, market mapping, and competitor intelligence. We facilitate leadership interview panels, stakeholder engagement, and bespoke assessments such as stakeholder strategy and delivery planning scenarios.
Our thorough process ensures you secure the right leaders to drive your organisation forward.
How we work
Discovery and requirement scoping
How to apply
We start by understanding your project phase, required skills, security clearances, and team goals. Our flexible approach includes kick-off calls or embedded talent scoping, with optional Slack Connect for real-time collaboration. Choose from contingent, retained, or bid-support resourcing models to suit your needs.
Sourcing and shortlisting
Reviewing your CV
After scoping, we quickly activate your brief using our Virtual Bench and Vincere Automate workflows. Candidates are filtered by clearance, location, rate, and skills. You’ll receive tailored shortlists within 24–72 hours, complete with detailed profiles and access to a secure CV portal for easy review and management.
Screening and vetting
Talent call
Every candidate is rigorously assessed through our BOSS Framework and BPSS compliance checks. We verify backgrounds, right to work, skills, and clearances, with technical screening for Agile, GDS, and GOV.UK experience. Scenario-based tasks ensure candidates are ready for public sector delivery.
Digital onboarding and compliance
Talent call
We manage all onboarding and compliance digitally, including BPSS checks, contracting, and payroll setup. Our secure workflow ensures a smooth start, and optional Slack Connect onboarding support helps contractors hit the ground running from day one.
Placement, engagement and ongoing support
Talent call
Once placed, we provide ongoing support with dedicated Slack channels, weekly check-ins, and end-of-contract feedback. Need to scale or replace quickly? Our Virtual Bench ensures you always have access to the right talent, exactly when you need it.
Delivery based on your needs
What do you get from us?
Our delivery adapts to your needs, combining speed and quality every step of the way. We leverage Vincere Automate workflows and a pre-qualified virtual bench for rapid response.
You get full visibility with secure access to candidate CVs and real-time updates in our CV Portal. Communication is instant via Slack Connect, ensuring smooth coordination.
Compliance is fully managed, with BOSS and BPSS clearance handled for you. Only referenced, scenario-tested candidates are presented, guaranteeing you meet top-quality talent every time.
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