3-month Contract (Possible Extension) £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35)Hybrid - London, Glasgow or Cardiff - 2 days per week in the officeValid SC Clearance Required A major UK public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Salesforce Administrator to lead the operational management, optimisation, and continuous improvement of a complex Salesforce environment. This senior role is responsible for the stability, quality, resilience, and performance of Salesforce services across the organisation. You will shape the administration strategy, guide a team of Salesforce administrators, oversee platform operations, and ensure effective supplier and systems integrator performance. This is a hands-on leadership role within an enterprise-scale Salesforce landscape. Key Responsibilities:Leadership andamp; Strategy Own the Salesforce administration strategy and champion best practices across teams. Lead and develop a team of administrators, setting operational standards and supporting ongoing professional development. Platform Operations Ensure resilience, reliability, and high-quality performance of all Salesforce environments. Provide expert assurance across configurations, integrations, release processes, and automation workflows. Maintain accurate configuration and asset records, ensuring auditability and effective change management. Stakeholder Engagement Act as the authoritative point of contact for senior stakeholders across digital, data, operational and program