Central Government

Trusted IT & Professional Services Partner to Central Government

Morgan Hunt partners with over 50 UK government organisations — including Government Departments, Non-Ministerial Departments, Executive Agencies, and Trading Funds — to deliver the expert talent and solutions needed to drive digital transformation. Our network includes hard-to-find SC and DV Cleared candidates.

We supply via CCS RM6277 (Lot 2 for Corporate Services, Lot 3 for IT) and all ESPO lots, including IT.

Morgan Hunt has one of the largest databases of Technology and Business Change professionals in the UK, including candidates with Government Digital Service (GDS) experience.

We help our Central Government clients navigate critical challenges, such as:

As a preferred supplier on all major pan-government frameworks—including CCS RM6277 and ESPO—Morgan Hunt offers fast, compliant, and cost-effective access to the UK’s top IT and professional services talent.

Digital & Tech Skills Shortage

High demand for cloud, AI, data, cybersecurity, and software development expertise
Limited homegrown talent in emerging technologies
Ongoing skills gaps in specialist roles like data science and technical architecture

Talent Mobility & Brexit Impact

Reduced access to EU talent due to visa restrictions
Longer hiring timelines for candidates requiring sponsorship
Reliance on international professionals to fill specialist vacancies

Private Sector Competition

Higher salaries and flexible work options offered by private firms (e.g. fintech, consultancies)
IR35 reforms pushing contractors away from public sector roles
Increased attrition as professionals move to better-paying or more flexible roles

Slow & Complex Hiring Processes

Lengthy SC and DV clearance delays onboarding
Bureaucratic recruitment processes hinder responsiveness and speed
Difficulties attracting candidates who expect a quicker, streamlined experience

Workforce Gaps & Legacy Systems

Ageing workforce in legacy tech roles (e.g. mainframes) with few new entrants
Challenges in modernising infrastructure while maintaining business as usual
Scarcity of skills needed to support or migrate from legacy systems

Changing Candidate Expectations

Rising demand for remote and hybrid work arrangements
Security protocols and outdated systems make flexibility difficult in some departments
Candidate reluctance to accept on-site-only roles without competitive benefits

Key Roles We Deliver

From senior leadership to niche technical expertise, we supply high-calibre professionals across:

Digital & Technology

AI, Data Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Technical Architects, WebOps, Software Development

Transformation & Leadership

CTO/CIO, Project & Programme Managers, Service and Transformation Leads

Delivery & Assurance

Business/Systems Analysts, Content Designers, QA & Testers

ERP & CRM Specialists

Why Choose Morgan Hunt?

Sector-Specialist Recruiters

A dedicated Central Government team with deep market insight

Framework-Compliant & Scalable

Approved supplier on national frameworks for rapid, low-risk hiring

Extensive Talent Network

A curated database of pre-vetted IT and PPM professionals with public sector experience

Flexible Solutions

From contingent staffing to end-to-end project delivery, tailored to your needs

Assured Quality & Security

ISO 27001 & ISO 9001 accredited, ensuring top-tier data security and service quality

Our Recruitment Team

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