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Senior Financial Planning And Reporting Analyst

Posted 1 day ago by Marc Daniels


The OpportunityThis is a broad, commercially focused finance role where you’ll play a key part in supporting strategic g...

  • Rate £110,000 per year
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading

Planner P6 – Defence/Aerospace (on -Site)

Posted 2 days ago by NonStop Consulting


I’m currently looking to recruit a Senior Planner with a background in railway or aerospace projects – to join an exciti...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Onsite
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Snr. Category Manager – UK Government Contract (Outside IR35)

Posted 2 days ago by NonStop Consulting


Snr. Category Manager – UK Government Contract (Outside IR35)575 – 617/day – Outside IR35Hybrid Reading9 months*Details...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Outside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Senior Commercial Procurement Advisor

Posted 2 days ago by Public Sector Resourcing


Description & RequirementsSenior Commercial AdvisorTrade Remedies AuthoritySalary£43,780 - £47,899Job grade Senior E...

  • Rate £47,899 per year
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading

Senior Architect (Defence/Nuclear)

Posted 3 days ago by Manpower


The OpportunityAs a Senior Architect, the successful candidate will play a key role within the design function, contribu...

  • Rate £42 per hour
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location Reading (RG1)

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Business Analyst - Asset Data

Posted 3 days ago by Ventula Consulting


We're supporting a leading organisation within the UK utilities sector on a major Asset Data transformation programme an...

  • Rate £450 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Senior Category Manager - SC

Posted 3 days ago by Aspect Resources


Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SCLocation: Reading (2-3 days/week on site)Contract Duration: 8 MonthsDaily Rate: £...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Snr. Category Manager – UK Government Contract (Outside IR35)

Posted 4 days ago by NonStop Consulting


Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are cent...

  • Rate £617 per day
  • Category Outside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, England, United Kingdom

Cyber Sec Project Manager

Posted 4 days ago by Ventula Consulting


Cyber Sec Project Manager - Utilities - 3 months (Initial) - £550p/d (Inside of IR35)A leading organisation within the u...

  • Rate £550 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Cloud & Network Architect - Oracle Retail migration, OCI, Azure, SWAN - Global R...

Posted 4 days ago by Smart-Sourcer


What You'll Do:Lead infrastructure architecture for critical cloud and hybrid programmes, ensuring platforms are secure,...

  • Rate £600 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

UC Design Engineer

Posted 4 days ago by TEKsystems


Job DescriptionThis role focuses on telecoms design engineering to support a major infrastructure refresh project, trans...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Remote
  • Location Reading

Finance Operations Manager

Posted 4 days ago by Broster Buchanan


Interim Finance Operations Manager Reading | £350-£450/day (Umbrella) | Inside IR35 | 3 days office, 2 days wfh.Looking...

  • Rate £450 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, England, United Kingdom

Student Casework Officer

Posted 4 days ago by University of the Built Environment


Employment status and working hoursFixed term for around 10 months (maternity cover), full time.This vacancy is availabl...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, England, United Kingdom

Talent Co-ordinator - EMEA

Posted 4 days ago by Principle HR


I'm looking for a highly organised Talent Co-ordinator to support a major EMEA M&A integration programme for a globa...

  • Rate £55,000 per year
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading

Electrician

Posted 5 days ago by Red King Resourcing


About the RoleYou'll be working on a variety of domestic and commercial electrical projects, including:Full house refurb...

  • Rate £250 per day
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location Reading

Delivery Manager (Capability Demo) Ref: SYS-7471

Posted 5 days ago by Tria Recruitment


Delivery Manager (SC Clearance or Clearable)We are working with a newly established engineering organisation at the fore...

  • Rate £605 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

Mechanical Engineering Lead –Static Equipment

Posted 5 days ago by NES Fircroft


Position: Mechanical Engineering Lead – Static EquipmentLocation: Reading , UKDuration: 12 Month ContractDescriptionNES...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location Reading South East

Senior Architectural Technician

Posted 5 days ago by Manpower


The RoleWorking within the project's design function, you will be responsible for supporting the development and deliver...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location Reading, Berkshire, BBTE

CRM Technology Engineer (Data & Platform)

Posted 5 days ago by Wise


Company DescriptionWise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min...

  • Rate £65,000 per year
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

Desktop Technician

Posted 5 days ago by Intuition IT Solutions Ltd


Summary or requirementsMinimum of 4+ Years ExperienceAbility to travel to remote locationsYou will be required to provid...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location Reading, Berkshire

About Our Contract Roles in Reading

What is the contracting market like in Reading?

The Thames Valley corridor's concentration of global technology and telecommunications companies defines Reading's contracting character almost entirely. Several firms maintain their UK or European headquarters in and around the town, sustaining deep hiring activity across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and IT programme delivery. This heavy technology skew means Reading lacks the breadth in finance, government, or construction found in comparably sized cities, but within its specialism the depth is exceptional. Proximity to London means the two markets overlap significantly, with many contractors working interchangeably across Reading and west London engagements. Rates closely track London levels for technology roles, typically sitting no more than 5 to 10 per cent below, reflecting the calibre of employers and the intensity of competition for specialist skills.

How much do contractors usually earn in Reading?

Contract rates in Reading 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 Reading are there on Quality Contracts?

Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 35,000 contract roles across the site, with Reading showing strong demand. Data reviewed up to July 2026.