Contract Jobs in Manchester
Finance Transformation - (Asset Management & Capital Projects)
Posted 1 day ago by Robert Walters
The OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Finance Transformation Subject Matter Exp...
- Rate £70,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester
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Java Backend Engineer
Posted 2 days ago by Brookwood Recruitment
Contract DetailsRate: £585 per day (inside IR35)Contract Length: 6 months (likely extensions)Hours: Full-time (37.5 hour...
- Rate £585 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, England
Building Information Modelling (BIM Manager)
Posted 2 days ago by NonStop Consulting
We are currently recruiting for a Building Information Modelling Manager (BIM) to join a UK Gov department on a contract...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location Manchester, Greater Manchester (Remote)
M365 Technical Product Expert - ASAP START - OUTSIDE IR35 - SC CLEARED - UK CENT...
Posted 3 days ago by Tecknuovo Ltd
What you'll be working towardsWe're looking for an experienced Microsoft 365 Technical Product Expert to act as the prim...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London, Bristol or Manchester up to 1-3 days a week
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About Our Contract Roles in Manchester
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates in Manchester vary significantly by discipline, seniority, and IR35 status. Use the filters above to narrow by your specialism for a more accurate picture of current rates.
How many vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 35,000 contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to July 2026.