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Department for Work and Pensions

Universal Credit Operational Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK’s largest producer of official statistics, covering a range of key economic, social and demographic topics. These include measuring changes in the value of the UK economy, estimating the size, geographic distribution, and characteristics of the population, and providing indicators of price inflation, employment, earnings, crime, and migration. </p><p>The ONS is dedicated to creating a working environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to deliver their best work. Our HR team, at the heart of the People and Places Directorate (PPD), leads the way in implementing industry-leading people practices and embracing innovative approaches, helping us attract, nurture and retain top talent. </p><p>This role is based within the Skills, Development and Employee Experience (SDEE) Division of the People and Places Directorate. The SDEE division supports the organisation by developing the skills needed now, and for the future, to deliver ONS’s priority outcomes, while also helping to build a brilliant workplace through a wide range of employee-focused services.</p><p>We are looking for someone with a proven record in driving positive change and organisational development in complex environments. Your expertise will be vital in shaping an exceptional workplace and supporting the ONS to achieve its strategic goals. </p><p>The Skills, Development and Employee Experience Officer plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of learning and development, well-being, culture, and inclusion initiatives across the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The successful candidate will act as a flexible resource, rotating between the four teams within Skills, Development and Employee Experience as required. This structure offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth, enabling the postholder to gain experience across multiple teams within the HR function and contribute to a range of impactful projects that support the organisation’s strategic objectives.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This HEO role supports the strategic aim of becoming a skills-led organisation; partnering with stakeholders to operationalise a growing portfolio to support skill development to deliver important ONS and cross-government agendas, which is a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing landscape. </p><p>The successful candidate will act as a flexible resource, working across SDEE as priorities dictate. The areas within SDEE are: </p><ul><li>Talent &amp; Entry Talent –Senior Civil Servant (SCS) Performance Management, Talent Development and a portfolio of Entry Talent programmes such as apprenticeships and social mobility internships </li></ul><ul><li>Employee Experience – Building a brilliant place to work through culture, wellbeing, equality and diversity initiatives and interventions </li></ul><ul><li>Learning- Partnering with the business to develop and deliver learning interventions aligned to skills needs </li></ul><ul><li>Projects – Supporting various projects which deliver against key skills development and employee experience priorities across the organisation </li></ul><p>Initially based in the Employee Experience Team, the successful candidate will lead on, and support interventions that support employee wellbeing, drive cultural evolution, and nurture inclusive practices, creating an environment that enables our people to be heard and bring their best, authentic selves to work. </p><p><strong>Role Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>The successful candidate can expect a diverse range of responsibilities centred around operational management and strategic development of talent and cultural initiatives. </p><p>Initially placed within the Employee Experience Team, the successful candidate will: </p><ul><li>Support the analysis of employee data to inform and implement initiatives that enhance wellbeing, inclusion, and workplace culture. </li></ul><ul><li>Assist with employee feedback activities, such as surveys, and help communicate findings and recommendations. </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with stakeholders, internal teams and employee resource groups (such as diversity networks), to improve employee experience and support culture-related projects. </li></ul><ul><li>Provide flexible support across the team as required, including (but not limited to), project management, communications, administrative support. </li></ul><p>As our work in SDEE continues to evolve, there will be moments when we may need to provide flexible resource support across various areas. This is a fantastic chance for the successful candidate to take on a pivotal role, whether that involves leading or supporting activities and initiatives.<br><br>Working across different areas within SDEE will not only broaden your skill set but also allow you to make a meaningful impact on our projects and goals. It's an excellent way to gain new experiences, collaborate with different team members, and contribute to the success of our initiatives such as: </p><ul><li>Managing apprenticeship programmes </li></ul><ul><li>Facilitating social mobility initiatives </li></ul><ul><li>Supporting outreach and work experience efforts </li></ul><ul><li>Supporting Senior Civil Service (SCS) performance management </li></ul><ul><li>Facilitating SCS leadership development </li></ul><ul><li>Cross Government and industry collaboration </li></ul><ul><li>Championing innovation and continuous improvement. </li><li>Supporting the delivery of SDEE priority projects </li></ul><br><p><strong>Please note that the working hours for this role are part-time only, with a minimum of two days and a maximum limit of 24 working hours over three days per week. It is preferable that one of the working days is a Friday.</strong></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to analyse and interpret data and use insights to drive activities and ideas. </li><li>Confident in using Microsoft 365 tools, Including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and CoPilot (etc), with knowledge of SharePoint, ideally as Site Owner Level. </li><li>Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills – Able to actively question, listen, and check requests and instructions to achieve a shared understanding of a complex issue, so these can be communicated effectively to other stakeholders where needed.</li><li>Effective organisational skills, able to effectively prioritise and manage multiple tasks and activities concurrently. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting learning interventions, and facilitating discussions around employee insight.</li><li>Enjoys working at pace, and comfortable with change: Able to take initiative, prioritise workflow, and effectively manage multiple priorities. </li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>Qualified by Experience or Certification – Demonstrates credibility and practical expertise in people management and development, ideally supported by Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 5 or equivalent hands-on experience in supporting delivery of HR strategies and operational solutions.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,587, Office for National Statistics contributes £10,019 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>The <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Office for National Statistics</a> is part of the Civil Service, and as such we share a number of key benefits with other departments, whilst also having our own unique offerings to support our valued colleagues across the organisation.</p><p>Whether you are hearing about us for the first time or already know a bit about our organisation, we hope that our <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">careers site</a> will give you a great insight into the benefits and facilities available to our colleagues, and our fantastic working culture.</p><p></p><p><strong>Inclusion &amp; Accessibility</strong></p><p>At ONS we are always looking to attract the very best people from the widest possible talent pool, and we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer. As a Disability Confident Leader we’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.</p><p>As part of our application process, you will be prompted to provide details of any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process that you need. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying, please contact the recruitment team in the first instance.</p><p>If you would like an accessible version of any of the attachments or recruitment documents below or linked to in this advert, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to assist.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p><strong>Security Clearance:</strong></p><p><strong>The requirement for SC clearance is to have been present in the UK for 3 consecutive years immediately prior to applying. </strong></p><p>A lack of UK residency in itself is not always a bar to security clearance but the Department will need to consider eligibility by exception on a case-by-case basis. You will be asked to provide information regarding your UK residency during your application, and failure to provide this will result in your application being rejected.</p><p><strong>If you are unsure that you meet the eligibility above, please read the information available on Gov.uk on this <em><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/sc-guidance-pack-for-applicants" target="_blank">link</a></em>, or contact the recruitment email on the advert before applying to discuss, as failure to meet the residency requirements will result in your security clearance application being rejected and any offer of employment being withdrawn.</strong></p><p>At the point of SC application, you will need to provide or give access to the following evidence:</p><ul><li>Departmental or company records (personnel files, staff reports, sick leave reports and security records)</li><li>UK criminal records covering both spent and unspent criminal records</li><li>Your credit and financial history with a credit reference agency</li><li>Security Services records</li></ul><p><strong>Application process:</strong></p><p><strong>Number of Stages: 2 stage process</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 1:</strong> Application</p><p><strong>Stage 2:</strong> Interview</p><br><p><strong>Stage 1 – Application </strong></p><p>The assessment process at the application stage will be based on your work history, skills, experience, CV, and personal statement. It is important that your application is tailored to highlight the skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the role.</p><p>Your personal statement should be no longer than 1250 words. You should provide evidence for each essential skill criterion listed in the person specification. As these criteria are scored, it is advisable to give clear examples for each one, including the impact of your actions, ideally utilising the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).</p><p>Please note that Success Profiles Behaviour examples are not required at this stage of the application process.</p><p>In instances where a high number of applications are received, the sift pass mark may be adjusted, and candidates will be invited to interview based on merit order, i.e., those with the highest scores.</p><p><strong>Stage 2 – Interview</strong></p><p>If invited to interview, you will be assessed using techniques aligned with the Civil Service Success Profiles framework, covering all behaviours listed in the job advert.</p><p>Interviews will be held in person at our Newport &amp; Titchfield offices.</p><p>Please note our Titchfield office is based at 159 Segensworth Rd, Titchfield, Fareham PO15 5RR.</p><p>Please note our Newport office is based at Cardiff Rd, Duffryn, Newport NP10 8XG.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. </p><p><strong>Sift </strong>- w/c 9th February 2026</p><p><strong>Interviews</strong> - w/c 2nd March 2026</p><p>Dates are subject to change </p><p>For the full terms and conditions of the post, please see attachment below.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Claire Haigh</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact <a href="mailto:recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Commission</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgzMjgmdmVyaWZ5PTY0NzAzODE2ZWJjNzdhZTUwZjBlNGNlMTgxNDIwMTNkJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4ODkzODM4LTgzZjZhZjVlMWI4NmI1MDU1Y2EyMjE5ZGZiMDQ5ZjY3ODg2Y2I2NmI=" target="_blank">2721 Advert 1B Permanent - ONS National v1-00 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 83kB)

Office for National Statistics

Skills, Development and Employee Experience Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4>This position is based Nationally <h4>Job description</h4><strong>Role: </strong>People Change and Workforce Planning Manager <strong>Business:</strong> Office of Public Guardian (OPG) <strong>Location: </strong>National <strong>Grade: </strong>SEO <strong>Salary: </strong>National: £42,914-£46,182 London: £49,325-£53,081 <strong>Contract Type: </strong>Fixed Term Contract 24 Months <strong>Minimum Hours:</strong> Part-time 25 hours or Full-time 37 hours<p><strong>About OPG</strong></p><p>Established in 2007 following the Mental Capacity Act 2005, OPG is an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves. We are responsible for registering lasting and enduring powers of attorney and supervising court-appointed deputies, helping to safeguard the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.</p><p>OPG is a fantastic place to work, offering a range of development opportunities and a supportive, inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting equality, wellbeing, and work–life balance, enabling our people to thrive and perform at their best.</p><p>We are currently delivering an ambitious multi-year transformation programme to improve how we provide services and meet the growing needs of our users and partners. This transformation will enhance user experience, strengthen our ability to support adults at risk, and ensure our services remain accessible, sustainable, and high quality.</p><p><strong>Our Team!</strong></p><p>The People Change Team sits within People Services, part of the Strategy and Central Services Directorate. It is a small but high-impact team working collaboratively across People Services and the wider organisation.</p><p>The team leads on the development and delivery of OPG’s Strategic Workforce Plan and the people-focused elements of the transformation portfolio. Our purpose is to ensure OPG has the right people, culture, and capability to deliver its priorities, now and in the future, by leading workforce planning and enabling effective organisational change.</p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the development and delivery of the strategic workforce plan, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and budgets.</li><li>Lead and coordinate people-focused change activity across transformation projects, including managing the Change Champions Network.</li><li>Support the development and implementation of change management plans that address the people impacts of organisational change.</li><li>Analyse workforce data and trends to provide insights, identify risks and opportunities to provide insight and inform evidence-based decision-making.</li><li>Produce clear, accessible reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leaders, committees, and wider stakeholders.</li><li>Develop and deliver engagement approaches such as FAQs, focus groups and pulse surveys, providing analysis and recommendations of actions.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leaders, HR colleagues, and cross-government networks to share best practice and drive improvement.</li><li>Represent People Services at meetings and working groups, providing professional advice on people change and workforce planning.</li><li>Manage competing priorities effectively, delivering high quality outputs within tight deadlines.</li><li>Take responsibility for personal development, maintaining and enhancing professional knowledge in change management, HR, and workforce planning.</li></ul><p>The successful candidate will be expected to work from their base location on a weekly basis in line with current Civil Service requirements, outside of any reasonable adjustments. There may be occasional travel to other OPG offices.</p><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Experience supporting organisational changes or transformation initiatives.</li><li>Ability to work independently, managing competing priorities and delivering to tight deadlines.</li><li>Experience of building effective relationships and partnerships across teams and functions.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at all levels.</li><li>Skilled in analysing and interpreting data to support evidence-based decisions and insight generation.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel, for data analysis and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><p>The below criteria are desirable only. These will not be assessed throughout the recruitment process but will be used in the event of tied scores between candidates</p><ul><li>Knowledge of HR policies, processes, and functions, including experience within an HR environment.</li><li>Experience in workforce planning or related HR disciplines.</li><li>Experience using Power Bi or similar applications.</li></ul><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>This campaign will follow the Civil Service Success Profiles framework. As part of your application, you will need to provide:</p><p><strong>A Statement of Suitability (up to 750 words) demonstrating how you meet the essential skills and experience.</strong></p><p><strong>A Behavioural Example (up to 250 words) based on the behaviour: Seeing the Bigger Picture at SEO level.</strong></p><p>In the event of a high number of applications, the lead criterion will be the behaviour Seeing the Bigger Picture.</p><p><strong>Interview process</strong></p><p>If your statement provides evidence of the essential skills that meet the standards expected, you will be invited to an interview which will use the Civil Service Success Profiles.</p><p>At interview, candidates should expect questions on the following behaviours at Senior Executive Officer (SEO) level:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions.</li><li>Seeing the Bigger Picture.</li><li>Working Together.</li></ul><p>Candidates will also be asked strength-based questions. Strength-based questions explore what you naturally enjoy and do well. They focus on your motivations and energy, helping assess where your strengths align with the role rather than just your past experience.</p><p><strong>All interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview</strong>.</p><p><strong>Please get in contact with us if you require any reasonable adjustments to support your interview. </strong></p><p><strong>Reasonable adjustments during the application process</strong></p><p>At OPG we consider all applications on the basis of merit and want you to feel able to demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. If you require any reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection process, do not hesitate to get in contact with us.</p><p>As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. If you are applying for a role within OPG and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the selection process.</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £42,914, Office of the Public Guardian contributes £12,432 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13946?entityId=13946" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13946?entityId=13946</a>

Office of the Public Guardian

People Change and Workforce Planning Manager (Ref: 13946)

HM Prison & Probation Service

Prison Officer – Advance into Justice

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and influential D&amp;I Lead to drive forward our approach to diversity and inclusion within Acas. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and are looking for someone who can work at pace to deliver impact.</p><p>You will develop strong relationships with key stakeholders across Acas, Trade Unions and staff networks. Using your expertise in equality legislation and policy, you will translate complex requirements and ambitions into practical actions, ensuring Acas meets its statutory obligations under the public sector equality duties.</p><p>You will oversee multiple project streams, coaching and supporting others to improve our diversity and inclusion practice at Acas. You will be confident in analysing data to identify trends, developing new areas of work in line with our strategy, and lead initiatives that build awareness, capability and cultural change across the organisation. You will provide professional advice and guidance to senior leaders and colleagues.</p><p>You will lead on the D&amp;I work in Acas, including reporting on the Public Sector Equality Duty Objectives, Equality Report, Gender, Ethnicity and Disability pay gaps. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, with demonstrable experience of writing blogs, reports, and giving presentations to a range of stakeholders, including Executive Board and Council.</p><p>You will have excellent people management skills and be confident at working with stakeholders across Acas, from senior leaders to network attendees. You will directly line manage one person and work with many others, including our networks co-chairs and fair treatment contacts.</p><p>This is a diverse role for an experienced diversity and inclusion professional who is passionate about making a difference in an organisation leading on best practice. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence our approach and lead initiatives that have a lasting impact on how we support our people and deliver our services. It’s a busy yet rewarding position that offers variety, visibility and the chance to work collaboratively across the organisation and beyond to create a truly inclusive and supportive culture.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Main Accountabilities</strong></p><ul><li>Offer strategic leadership and direction, working across multiple workstreams including the D&amp;I Plan and our Public Sector Equality Duty objectives in partnership with key stakeholders, to reach agreed success measures and metrics.</li><li>Undertake MI data and analytics across key people activity to guide, identify, measure and report on a range of inclusion measures, including the data, evidence and the narrative for the Annual Equality Report; working with stakeholders to gather evidence, design interventions and publish the report.</li><li>Provide coaching, support, guidance and leadership to Acas’ internal employee networks, and Fair Treatment Contacts, ensuring activity is supportive of Acas’s wider goals and creates meaningful change.</li><li>Provide expert inclusion specialist support / advice for Acas around casework/workplace adjustments and ensuring legislative requirements are being met, integrating inclusion into HR Practices.</li><li>Working with other stakeholders, lead on D&amp;I communication in Acas with a clear communication plan raising awareness through regular articles and events and leading on the programme for National Inclusion Week 2025.</li><li>Responsible for line management of a Diversity Officer and leading volunteers.</li></ul><p><strong>Who we are </strong></p><p><strong>Acas exists to make working life better for everyone in Britain. </strong>We are the experts in workplace matters, we’re impartial, so we’re not on anyone’s side.<strong> That means we’re working for everyone to help prevent, manage and resolve workplace issues.</strong></p><p>Acas helps employers and employees by providing information, advice, training, conciliation and other services that prevent, manage or resolve workplace problems.</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pD7f-gurpg4?si=ARIKnPLY8d8c7g2W" target="_blank">Acas: Britain’s Workplace Experts</a></p><p>Acas has been recognised for its<strong> Diversity and Inclusion in the </strong>workplace from the Employers Network for Equality and<strong> Inclusion awards </strong>– Disability Confident Highly Commended; Pay Gap award winner and Overall winner for public sector organisations. Acas is committed to providing services and developing policies which <strong>embrace diversity, promote equality of opportunity and eliminate unlawful discrimination.</strong></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Technical</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>An excellent knowledge of diversity and inclusion, including the intersectionality of diversity streams, the Equality Act 2010 and how to apply it.</li></ul><p>The following Technical Essential Criteria will be assessed at interview only:</p><ul><li>An understanding of how to interpret data to make decisions.</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills able to adapt for a variety of stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Demonstratable experience of leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and communication of D&amp;I programmes of work, directly relating to business objectives and strategy, including reporting to Executive Boards/Exco (Lead).</strong></li><li><strong>Experience of using management information systems to extract, interpret and evaluate data, identifying emerging trends, understanding barriers and tracking interventions which support EDI outcomes, evidencing need and impact (Lead).</strong></li><li>Evidence of strong organisational and planning skills, overseeing multiple workstreams and delivering at pace.</li><li>Line management and leadership experience and experience of managing volunteers and influencing upwards.</li><li>Experience of drafting and advising on D&amp;I policies, writing reports and preparing briefs and comms for senior leaders.</li><li>Excellent written communication skills and strong presentation skills, with the ability to tailor information to diverse audiences and share information in a clear way to motivate and engage colleagues.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborative - good interpersonal skills and evidence of forging relationships across a range of business areas, professions, cross government or external networks to deliver outcomes.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable - flexible and willing to embrace change, seeking to continually develop and bringing a growth mindset into your delivery and relationships.</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience. Please briefly outline your relevant experience in your application form when answering the qualification question.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,750, Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service contributes £13,543 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>We’re big believers in rewarding people for the amazing work they do, take a look at some of the fantastic benefits we offer: </p><ul><li>Learning and Development;</li><li>Health and wellbeing;</li><li>Pension scheme;</li><li>Cycle to work scheme;</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans;</li><li>Volunteering opportunities.</li></ul><p><strong>Could you ask for any more?</strong></p><p>You’ll have access to a Lifestyle website, where you’ll be able to grab savings over a wide range of products from holidays to your weekly shop. </p><p>To find out more please check out - <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/about-us/working-for-acas" target="_blank">Working for Acas</a><a href></a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>Please click on the 'Apply now' button.</p><p><strong>As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete:</strong></p><p>A <strong>CV</strong>, this will be for information purposes only and will not be scored.</p><p>An evidence-based <strong>Statement of Suitability </strong>reflecting the essential and desirable Experience and Technical requirements as listed in the Job Description. Your statement of suitability should be no longer than 1,250 words. It should avoid generalised assertions, instead including specific examples of achievements, explaining the degree of challenge, what you did and the outcomes.</p><p>Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the: </p><p><strong>Lead Criteria: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Demonstratable experience of leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and communication of D&amp;I programmes of work, directly relating to business objectives and strategy, including reporting to Executive Boards/Exco.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>And</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Experience of using management information systems to extract, interpret and evaluate data, identifying emerging trends, understanding barriers and tracking interventions which support EDI outcomes, evidencing need and impact.</strong></li></ul><p>Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift of all the above requirements or progressed straight to assessment/interview.</p><p>If a large number of applications meet the minimum standard an interview wait list may be created for this position. This means that if you have met the minimum requirements at sift you may be placed at a ‘Hold’ status for up to 12 months and if we are able to invite you to an interview we will be in touch.</p><p><strong>Interview Details</strong></p><p>If you have successfully passed sift, you will be invited to an interview via MS Teams which is likely to take place the week commencing <strong>9 February 2026</strong>. The interview will be a <strong>Behaviour </strong>and <strong>Technical </strong>interview and will also include a <strong>written Technical exercise</strong>.</p><p>The Behaviours which will be assessed at interview are:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><p>The Technical Criteria which will be assessed at interview will be:</p><ul><li>An excellent knowledge of diversity and inclusion, including the intersectionality of diversity streams, the Equality Act 2010 and how to apply it.</li><li>An understanding of how to interpret data to make decisions (via a written assessment).</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills able to adapt for a variety of stakeholders (via a written assessment).</li></ul><p>A reserve list will be created for this position, this means that if you have passed the interview, but we couldn’t offer you this position, you’ll be on a reserve list for 12 months and may be considered for similar positions.</p><p>As a Disability Confident Leader, Acas is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability and feel that any part of the recruitment process puts you at a disadvantage, we will aim to make Reasonable Adjustments that support your needs where possible. If you require any changes to help you apply:</p><ul><li>Contact Acas HR Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.</li><li>Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need accessibility considerations to enter the building or interview room, for communications or adjustments for testing procedures.</li><li>Find out more about the <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/disability-confident-scheme/" target="_blank">Disability Confident Scheme</a> and <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments</a>.</li></ul><p><strong>Want to learn more about Civil Service recruitment?</strong> You can find out more on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a> - including information on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/a-guide-to-civil-service-success-profiles/" target="_blank">Success Profiles</a>, writing a <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-write-your-ps/" target="_blank">Personal Statement</a>, acceptable use of <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial Intelligence</a> and what to expect at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/assessments-and-interviews/" target="_blank">Interview</a>.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : HR Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : N/A</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Code and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact us on <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from us, you can contact the Civil Service Commission.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczOTQmdmVyaWZ5PWVmMDZlZGY2YTUzZDJmM2FmMTJhYzFjYTEzYzI0NDI3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzNDM1LWZlYWQ3ZGIzYjkyNzZkYmU5OTgzMTY3NTgzYmQwYmFjNzA2NjUwNWI=" target="_blank">Job Description - Diversity and Inclusion Lead Opens in new window</a> (docx, 41kB)

Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service

Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

Business Change Manager

Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

HR Implementation Lead

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>About the Electoral Commission</strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is to help people trust, value and take part in elections.</p><p>As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This role plays an integral part in that journey.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Senior EDI Officer to help drive our inclusion programme across the Commission. This role will focus on identifying and removing barriers to participation, supporting a diverse workforce, and embedding inclusive practices that create equitable outcomes for all.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Support the design and delivery of EDI models, tools and frameworks</li><li>Provide expert advice and practical support to senior leaders and project teams</li><li>Lead and coordinate EDI projects and Equality Impact Assessments</li><li>Develop and deliver inclusive training and resources</li><li>Analyse workforce and equality data to inform evidence-based decisions</li></ul><p>Your work will help shape policy, influence organisational culture, and ensure our services are accessible and inclusive.</p><p><strong>About the team</strong></p><p>You will join a collaborative and supportive team that champions inclusion across the organisation. We work closely with HR, policy teams, programme leads and staff networks to embed best practice and create a culture where everyone can thrive.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>We’re seeking someone who combines EDI expertise with strong communication and relationship-building skills. You’ll be confident working with data, advising stakeholders, and delivering practical solutions that make a real difference.</p><p>Essential skills and experience include:</p><ul><li>Experience managing complex cross‑organisational projects.</li><li>Experience supporting and coordinating EDI initiatives and contributing to policy or strategy development</li><li>Ability to influence and persuade through evidence-based recommendations and collaborative engagement</li><li>Confident in working with data and turning findings into practical recommendations</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to create clear, accessible and engaging reports and learning materials for diverse audiences</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £40,031, The Electoral Commission contributes £11,596 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Inclusion is central to our work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We offer flexible working, professional development, and the chance to shape democracy. This role provides meaningful impact, exposure to high-profile projects, and opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.</p><p> We offer a strong reward package, including:</p><ul><li>Flexible working, home working and hybrid model (40% office minimum)</li><li>28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays</li><li>Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)</li><li>Study support for professional qualifications</li><li>We support career development for everyone, regardless of background or experience</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme, eye care vouchers and more</li></ul><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Talent Acquisition Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Raising a Concern About the Recruitment Process<br><br>At the Electoral Commission, we are committed to delivering fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment. Our recruitment practices are guided by Civil Service values and comply with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation.<br><br>If you have concerns about the way a recruitment process has been conducted, we encourage you to raise them with us.<br><br>How to Make a Complaint<br><br>If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our recruitment process, you can contact us directly by email:<br><br><a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a><br><br>Please include the following information:<br><br>The job title or reference number<br><br>A clear explanation of your concern<br><br>Any relevant supporting information<br><br>Your preferred contact details<br><br>We aim to respond to all complaints within two working days.<br><br>Our Commitment<br><br>All complaints are treated seriously and in confidence. They are handled in line with our Recruitment Policy and the relevant provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Employment Rights Act 1996, and the Data Protection Act 2018.<br><br>If you require this information in an alternative format, or need additional support, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a><br><br><a href="https://ce1002li.webitrent.com/ce1002li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=933737003x" target="_blank">https://ce1002li.webitrent.com/ce1002li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=933737003x</a>

The Electoral Commission

Senior Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4>This position is based Nationally<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Recruiter</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>National* </p><p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>22 January 2026 </p><p><strong>Interviews: </strong>from 03 February 2026 </p><p><strong>Grade: </strong>HEO </p><p>(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer) </p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>London: £40,014 - £42,859; National: £35,335 - £37,847 </p><p><strong>Working pattern</strong>: full-time, part-time, flexible working </p><p><strong>Contract Type: </strong>12 month fixed term appointment </p><p><strong>*We offer a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote work and time spent in your local office. Office locations can be found </strong><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1CsJxWFinu4iFbA0Tnq-KrwUAkbvLOZwQ&amp;ll=52.953218784877095%2C-1.0082511500000058&amp;z=6" target="_blank"><strong>ON THIS MAP</strong></a></p><p>The Role </p><p>We’re recruiting for a <strong>Recruiter </strong>here at <a href="https://mojdigital.blog.gov.uk/working-at-moj-ds/" target="_blank">Justice Digital</a>, to be part of our warm and collaborative Service Transformation Group. </p><p>The Recruitment team adopts a team based agile approach to working - operating together in small, independent Squads. These squads are trusted partners; empowered as professionals to plan their work and decide how to work together to meet their goals. Each function within the squad has specific accountabilities, with the entire squad accountable for delivering on their commitments. </p><p>When our hiring managers want to recruit awesome people, they will come to you for expert advice, solutions and guidance. You will enjoy crafting productive relationships, supporting hiring panels through the end-to-end recruitment process as well as ensuring an engaging and enjoyable candidate experience. </p><p>We’ve grown by over 80% in the past 3 years and our mission remains to build the most capable, diverse and innovative Justice Digital team across Government. </p><p>To help picture your life at <a href="https://mojdigital.blog.gov.uk/working-at-moj-ds/" target="_blank">MoJ Justice Digital</a> please take a look at our <a href="https://mojdigital.blog.gov.uk/" target="_blank">blog</a> and our <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-justice-digital-strategy-2025/ministry-of-justice-digital-strategy-2025" target="_blank">Digital and Technology strategy 2025</a></p><p>Key Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for staff and contractors, providing an excellent experience to both candidates and hiring managers. </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes that meet customer priorities and objectives, identifying risks and resolving issues efficiently. </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to ensure one source of up to date information, for both the current workforce and future requirements. Proactively reviewing current processes and identifying improvements that could be made. </li></ul><ul><li>Apply expert knowledge and best practices to ensure successful hiring of talented staff. </li></ul><ul><li>Engage with partners to communicate business needs and manage CV submissions </li></ul><p>If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! </p><p>Benefits </p><ul><li>37 hours per week and flexible working options including working from home, working part-time, job sharing, or working compressed hours. </li></ul><ul><li>A £1k per person learning budget is in place to support all our people, with access to best in class conferences and seminars, accreditation with professional bodies, fully funded vocational programmes and e-learning platforms. </li></ul><ul><li>Staff have 10% time to dedicate to develop &amp; grow. </li></ul><ul><li>Generous <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/thinking-of-joining-the-civil-service/" target="_blank">civil service pension</a> based on defined benefit scheme, with employer contributions of 28.97% from April 1st 2024 (<a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/your-pension/managing-your-pension/contribution-rates/" target="_blank">Contribution Rates</a>). </li></ul><ul><li>25 days leave (plus bank holidays) and 1 privilege day usually taken around the King’s birthday. 5 additional days of leave once you have reached 5 years of service. </li></ul><ul><li>Compassionate maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies, with up to 26 weeks leave at full pay, 13 weeks with partial pay, and 13 weeks further leave. And maternity support/paternity leave at full pay for 2 weeks, too! </li></ul><ul><li>Wellbeing support including access to the Calm app. </li></ul><ul><li>Nurturing professional and interpersonal networks including those for Carers &amp; Childcare, Gender Equality, <a href="https://mojdigital.blog.gov.uk/2019/09/25/why-diversity-and-inclusion-is-important-to-me/" target="_blank">PROUD</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/moj_spirit?lang=en" target="_blank">SPIRIT.</a></li></ul><ul><li>Bike loans up to £2500 and secure bike parking (subject to availability and location). </li></ul><ul><li>Season ticket loans, childcare vouchers and eye-care vouchers. </li></ul><ul><li>5 days volunteering paid leave. </li></ul><ul><li>Some offices may have a subsidised onsite Gym. </li></ul><p>Person Specification </p><p>Essential </p><ul><li>Recruitment: hands-on experience (in an agency or internal setting) of leading a hiring manager through the end-to-end recruitment process to successfully hire staff and/or contractors. </li></ul><ul><li>Service Excellence: deliver high quality outcomes that meet customer needs by working with stakeholders to set priorities, objectives and timescales as well as identify risks and resolve issues. </li></ul><ul><li>Partnering: establish productive partnerships with customers and stakeholders to deliver shared organisational outcomes. </li></ul><ul><li>Continuous Improvement: Working within squads to review and inspect progress towards agreed goals, proactively reviewing current processes and identifying improvements that could be made. </li></ul><ul><li>Delivery: follow the appropriate procedures to ensure results are achieved. Regularly monitor your own work against milestones and act promptly to reassess workloads and priorities when there are conflicting demands to maintain performance. </li></ul><p>Willingness to be assessed against <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">the requirements</a> for BPSS clearance </p><p>We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor. </p><p>Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/equality-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace. </p><p>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service D&amp;I Strategy</a>. </p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £35,335, Ministry of Justice contributes £10,236 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Candidates must submit a CV and Personal Statement (up to 500 words) which answers the following question: </p><p>Tell us about a time when you have led a hiring manager through the end-to-end recruitment process resulting in a successful outcome and quality service. </p><p>Application Guidance </p><p>Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement </p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">Application Guidance</a></p><p>In Justice Digital, we recruit using a combination of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/digital-data-and-technology-profession-capability-framework" target="_blank">Government Digital and Data Profession Capability</a> and <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles</a> Frameworks. We will assess your Experience, Technical Skills and the following Behaviours during the assessment process: </p><ul><li>Changing and Improving </li></ul><ul><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ul><ul><li>Managing a Quality Service </li></ul><ul><li>Working Together </li></ul><p>A diverse panel will review your application against the Person Specification above. </p><p>Successful candidates who meet the required standard will then be invited to a 1-hour panel interview held via video conference. </p><p>Should you be unsuccessful in the role that you have applied for but demonstrate the capability for a role at a lower level, we reserve the right to discuss this opportunity with you and offer you the position without needing a further application. </p><p>A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months, from which further appointments may be made. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/justicedigital/Job/JobDetail?JobId=930" target="_blank">https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/justicedigital/Job/JobDetail?JobId=930</a><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNjAmdmVyaWZ5PWJiMGRmNGZiMTE1ODBhYjljOTBmMzgzMzRiNTIwNmRkJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyOTc4LTYyODNiMjcxYTgyZTEzMDQ0OWYwNjA3YTNjNzFjYWU1M2MyNDcyNjc=" target="_blank">JD - Recruiter Jan 26 Avature Opens in new window</a> (docx, 34kB)

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