Network Member Talent Pool

Role overview 

Public Digital proudly works with a Network of Experts alongside our permanent consultants on an ad-hoc basis, to contribute their wealth of expertise to our clients within the different sectors across the business. Our Network model allows us to be agile in the way we staff our engagements so that we can provide the most effective team possible to suit our clients needs.

Our Network has developed organically over the years to over 200 members and counting. We work with people all over the world and have experts based in all around the world locations such as Kenya, USA, Madagascar and Mexico, as well as in the UK.

We believe diverse teams are the best teams and are reflected through our diverse collection of Network Members. Consisting of a varied range of internet-era skills and disciplines within the digital space; The Network includes specialists in everything from Service Designers to User Researchers to Product and Delivery Managers to Tech & Data Specialists to .

Our Network Members are an integral part of how Public Digital operates. We are keen to extend our culture to our Network so that they feel up to date with all things PD even when they are not on a project with us. We hold regular Network Mixers so that members can meet and learn from each other as well as build strong relationships with the people at PD

Some useful information: 

• On average, we typically contract between 2-3 days per week depending on the project. Full time work on one project is rare.
• We usually contract our Network members in 3 - 4 month stints, with the option of extension, to align with our client contracts and statements of work. However, some projects can be shorter and longer than this..
• You will always work in a team alongside our PAYE consultants.
• We take your day rate as a guide, however we may offer and negotiate a rate that aligns with budget constraints per engagement.  

Expectations for our Network Members:

• Versatile and Collaborative: Able to contribute across tasks, join in with team culture, and work in partnership with PD.
• Transparent and Open: Work in the open, share expertise, and communicate effectively.
• Proactive and Self-Sufficient: Self-led, reliable, and doesn’t wait for permission.
• Constructive and Challenging: Provides and receives challenges with empathy and respect.
• Adaptive and Results-Focused: Gets up to speed quickly, holds strong but adaptable opinions, and is able to spot new opportunities with clients.
• Purpose-Driven and Team-Oriented: Care about the work, align with our public purpose, and prioritise team success over personal profile.
• Professional and Accountable: Comfortable with admin (e.g. timesheets, updating availability, active on Worksome etc.), open to rate negotiations, and keen to learn each team’s way of working.