GIS Manager
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2132 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,000, and Praetorian Connections Ltd is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2115 (Social and humanities scientists, GIS manager appears in index for social scientists). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
GIS Manager
Location: Central London (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, hybrid working with three days per week in our London office
About Us
Praetorian Connections Ltd (PCL) is a leading provider of language-enabled Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), supporting geopolitical, security, and risk-focused decision making.
We are currently recruiting for a GIS Manager. The successful candidate will be an experienced GIS professional (5+ years) with a proven track record in leading a GIS team and delivering high-quality cartographic and geospatial data products. They will bring expert knowledge of ESRI technologies - particularly ArcGIS Pro - and the ability to leverage cartographic design, geospatial analysis, and workflow automation to add significant value to analytical reporting. They will be responsible for guiding and developing a team of GIS Analysts, conducting performance appraisals, and maintaining consistently high output standards.
The role requires hands-on capability in GIS development, including building and maintaining Python scripts, automating workflows, and managing geospatial databases. Candidates should also have experience developing and updating ESRI Web Apps for both internal teams and external clients. The ability to engage with research and analysis teams - providing advice, training, and practical GIS support - is a core element of the position.
Candidates must have a genuine interest in geopolitical intelligence and the role that geospatial data and mapping play in understanding complex security and geo-political topics. The role involves collaboration across thematic and specialist teams, contributing to joint projects and wider business development. A strong commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with new GIS technologies and AI tools is also expected.
Candidates should demonstrate an inquisitive and investigative mindset, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is a client-focused approach to delivering accurate and timely outputs.
Essential Skills
- ESRI ArcGIS Pro (including ModelBuilder) (Expert)
- ESRI Web Apps development (ArcGIS Online / Portal, Arc Experience)
- Cartographic design experience
- Geospatial database management experience (file geodatabases, shapefiles, ArcCatalog etc)
- Leadership and management experience
Preferred Skills
- Python (including scripting for workflow automation and API integration)
- SQL and Arcade programming languages
- Experience with AI tools and emerging GIS technologies
- Experience in intelligence or analysis
- Experience in using OSINT geospatial data sources
Please send your CV and cover letter to TalentManager@int-pcl.com
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Praetorian Connections Ltd, so check their own site for the current details.
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Praetorian Connections Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2132 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.