Client Partner (UK Public Sector)

Valtech; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital consultancy in the UK is seeking a Client Partner to manage key accounts in the public sector, focusing on central government clients. The role requires building trusted relationships, ensuring excellence in delivery, and driving account growth while navigating public sector procurement. Ideal candidates will have 4–7 years of experience in a digital consultancy and a strong understanding of public sector frameworks. The position offers flexibility with remote work options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Career advancement opportunities

Access to training and development tools

Qualifications

• 4–7 years’ experience in a client-facing digital consultancy with a focus on UK public sector.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams for public sector organisations.
• Deep understanding of public sector procurement and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trust-based relationships with public sector stakeholders.
• Collaborate to ensure projects meet GDS standards and policies.
• Identify and validate growth opportunities within public sector accounts.

Skills

Client relationship management

Public sector understanding

Project delivery oversight

Account growth and development

Job description

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values‑driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.

As a Client Partner, you will play a pivotal role in leading and growing key accounts within the UK public sector, with a particular focus on central government clients. You will be responsible for building trusted relationships, ensuring delivery excellence, and driving account growth, all while navigating the unique landscape of public sector procurement, frameworks, and digital standards.

Role responsibilities

• Public Sector Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain trust‑based relationships with stakeholders across central government departments, agencies, and public bodies. Act as the primary day‑to‑day point of contact, understanding the priorities, challenges, and regulatory environment of UK public sector clients. Represent the consultancy’s perspective on digital transformation, strategy, and delivery best practices.
• Delivery Oversight & GDS Standards – Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure projects meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and comply with relevant public sector policies. Monitor delivery progress, proactively manage client expectations, and ensure alignment with government digital strategies and service assessments. Support teams in achieving successful outcomes in line with the Technology Code of Practice and other government frameworks.
• Account Growth & Opportunity Development – Identify and validate growth opportunities within public sector accounts, including upselling, cross‑selling, and expansion into new departments or agencies. Shape strategic proposals and responses to public sector briefs, leveraging knowledge of frameworks such as G‑Cloud, Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS), and other Crown Commercial Service (CCS) agreements. Contribute to the development and execution of account plans tailored to the public sector landscape.
• Public Sector Commercial Management – Take shared accountability for account‑level commercials, with a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, pricing models, and compliance requirements. Maintain awareness of budgets, margin, and team utilisation, ensuring all commercial activity aligns with public sector procurement rules and best practice. Raise risks or issues impacting financial health early, particularly those related to framework compliance or contract delivery.
• Social Value & Internal Collaboration – Champion social value initiatives, ensuring that project delivery and account growth contribute positively to the communities and priorities outlined in government social value frameworks. Work cross‑functionally with strategy, technology, design, and delivery teams to bring integrated solutions to public sector clients. Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of public sector expertise and continuous improvement.

Must have qualifications

• 4–7 years’ experience in a client‑facing digital consultancy, agency, or technology‑led environment, with a significant focus on UK public sector or central government clients.
• Demonstrable experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver digital platforms, products, or services for public sector organisations.
• Deep understanding of public sector procurement, frameworks (e.g., G‑Cloud, DOS), and the unique requirements of government clients.
• Eligibility for, or previously held, Security Clearance would be advantageous.

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.

The benefits

This is a permanent position based in the UK.

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country‑dependent)
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs
• Learning and development, with access to cutting‑edge tools, training and industry experts

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

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We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organisations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.