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Direct Tax Specialist

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Can you manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism?</p><p>Do you have strong analytical and decision-making skills?</p><p>Have you got excellent communication and stakeholder management skills?</p><p>If so, we would love to hear from you!</p><p>By joining our team, you will become part of the wider Operational Delivery Profession (ODP). This is the largest and most diverse professional community across the Civil Service as it applies to all public facing roles, or roles that are primarily aligned to supporting the work of those with public facing roles. It’s an exciting and fulfilling profession to work in, critical to the delivery of UK public services.</p><p>Read more in the Benefits section below! </p><p>Find out more about what it's like working at <a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/dvla/" target="_blank">Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers</a></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Support the business in achieving its fraud error objective, providing evidence about suspicious or questionable documents using a variety of scientific processes and methods. Gather intelligence on travel and identity document fraud and provide specialist advice and forgery detection training to stakeholders.</p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to;</p><p>1. Analyse documents and prepare intelligence packages in line with legal frameworks.</p><p>2. Build and maintain strong networks to share knowledge and raise awareness of document fraud through collaboration.</p><p>3. Mentor and support colleagues to aid their professional development.</p><p>4. Use technical expertise to assess and verify documents.</p><p>5. Detect and escalate document fraud trends to leadership and operations.</p><p>6. Responding to enquiries from external stakeholders and maintaining Agency records.</p><p>7. Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings.</p><p>For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Required experience: </p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to have: </p><ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for examining suspect documents.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>Ability to identify and escalate emerging fraud trends.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Sound judgment under pressure.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional information</strong></p><p>National Document Fraud Unit (NDFU) trained or willing to work towards the training (requires 2 years’ experience in document examination to qualify)</p><p><strong>We welcome applications from candidates who can speak Welsh and English</strong>. Welsh language skills would be useful in this role, but it is not an assessment criterion so it won’t put you at any disadvantage during recruitment if you aren’t a Welsh speaker. Please note that the assessment process will be held in English. </p><p><strong>Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements</strong></p><p>Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. </p><p>Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least <strong>35</strong> hours per week. </p><p>This role is <strong>not suitable for hybrid working</strong> and will require the successful candidate to work solely from their designated workplace (one of the locations cited in the advert) or, when required for business reasons, from other offices/work locations/visiting stakeholders. </p><p>Regular travel will be required, which may involve overnight stays. </p><p>If you have a question about hybrid working, part time/job share hours, flexible working, travelling for work, or require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Vacancy Holder during the recruitment process to avoid possible disappointment later in the process should your working arrangements not be compatible with the requirements of the role (see below for contact details). </p><p><strong><strong>Visa Sponsorship</strong></strong></p><p>Please note that we do not hold a UK Visa &amp; Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before application. </p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £30,485, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £8,831 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>Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits: </p><ul><li>Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave). </li><li>8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday. </li><li>Access to the staff discount portal. </li><li>Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. </li><li>Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues. </li><li>24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. </li></ul><p>Find out more about <a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/you-at-dft/benefits/" target="_blank">the benefits of working at DfT and its agencies</a> (opens in a new window). </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.<p>Our selection process ensures a comprehensive assessment of each applicant's, skills, and potential fit within our organisation. </p><p>As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.</p><p>The selection process for this role will be: </p><p>Stage 1: Sift of CV and personal statement </p><p>Stage 2: Interview </p><p>You must be successful at each stage to progress to the next stage. </p><p><strong>Stage 1: Sift</strong></p><p>At sift, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements: </p><ul><li>Experience – you will be asked to provide a CV (unlimited wordcount) and personal statement (750-word count). Please provide evidence of your Experience of the following: </li></ul><ol><li>Clear and decisive evidence-based decision making with an eye for detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills in communicating through differing channels to various stakeholders.</li><li>Your ability to organise your time and work to deadlines.</li></ol><p>The sift will take place week commencing 19/01/2026</p><p><strong>Stage 2: Interview</strong></p><p>At interview stage, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements: </p><ul><li>Behaviours – Making Effective Decisions, Communicating &amp; Influencing &amp; Working Together</li><li>Strengths </li></ul><p>The interviews will take place week commencing 02/02/2026</p><p>This interview will be conducted in person at our Swansea office. Further details will be provided to you should you be selected for interview.</p><p>You can find out more about <a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/how-we-hire/" target="_blank">our hiring process, how to apply, and application and interview guidance on our careers site (opens in a new window)</a>. </p><p>Please note that we will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. </p><p><strong>Further information on the selection process </strong></p><p>We will also hold a<strong> 12</strong>-month reserve list for this role, which may lead to potential opportunities beyond the role you applied for. You can read more about our reserve lists <a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/how-we-hire/recruitment-in-detail/#outcome" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p><strong>Pre-employment Checking</strong></p><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. <br><br>A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.<br><br>If your application is successful but you have been dismissed from the Civil Service within the last 12 months, your application could be removed at the pre-employment checking stage.</p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.</p><p>Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need during the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.</p><p>If you need a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, you should contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.</p><p><strong>Document Accessibility</strong></p><p>If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.</p><p>This job advert contains links to the <a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/" target="_blank">DfT Careers website</a>. Our website provides useful guidance and information that can support you during the application process. If you cannot access the information on our website for any reason, please email <a href="mailto:DRGComms@dft.gov.uk" target="_blank">DRGComms@dft.gov.uk</a> for assistance.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>For more information about how we hire, and for useful tips on submitting your application for this role, visit the<a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/recruitment-journey/application-process/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://careers.dft.gov.uk/how-we-hire/" target="_blank">How We Hire</a> page of our DfT Careers website. You can find detailed information about the recruitment process and what to expect when applying for a role.</p><p>All External applicants and current employees of accredited non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs) will be required to undergo a Social Media Check. A Social Media Check is a review of your publicly available online activity, typically across platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and others. The purpose is to identify any public posts or content that could raise concerns for employers, such as:</p><p>Hate speech or discriminatory behaviour</p><p>Threats or acts of violence</p><p>Illegal activity or substance misuse</p><p>Sexually explicit material</p><p>Extremist views or affiliations</p><p>Importantly, this check does not involve hacking into your accounts or accessing private messages. It only considers content you have chosen to make public.</p><p>Employers use this kind of screening to help ensure their workplace remains safe, inclusive, and aligned with company values. It’s not about judging your personality or lifestyle—it’s about checking for potential red flags that might affect the role or company culture.</p><p>If you have questions or concerns about the social media check, we would be happy to explain in more detail what’s being looked at and how your data is handled securely and fairly.</p><p><strong>Feedback</strong></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>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.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 : Kieran Beaumont</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:OCSDRecruitment@dvla.gov.uk" target="_blank">OCSDRecruitment@dvla.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.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 Government Recruitment Services via email: <a href="mailto:dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> <br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Here</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY1ODQmdmVyaWZ5PTQzNzkzZGE0NDNkZjBjMjk0NWNiZTA1NzE5NTdjYzQwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3NjczMTY5LWMxZDczNGRiMTY2ODc2MjEzMWM4ZjljNDIxMGVmMTAyMjQ3OTU2OGM=" target="_blank">Role Profile Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 229kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY1ODUmdmVyaWZ5PTZhZGIxOWI3ZTAwM2YxOWQ2MzFjNjZkOWI5YjEyYWNiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3NjczMTY5LWMxZDczNGRiMTY2ODc2MjEzMWM4ZjljNDIxMGVmMTAyMjQ3OTU2OGM=" target="_blank">2025-10-24 Specialist Document Examiner - OCSD CAEG EO - CY 2 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 141kB)

Document Examiner

Crown Prosecution Service

Cynllun Hyfforddeion Cyfreithiol Cenedlaethol - Cyfreithiwr - Ionawr 2026 (i ddechrau Hydref 2027)

Cynllun Hyfforddeion Cyfreithiol Cenedlaethol - Bargyfreithiwr - Ionawr 2026 (i ddechrau Hydref 2027)

Compliance & Enforcement Manager (ID Verification)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Please</strong><strong>note</strong>: Applicants should review all aspects of this advert to ensure a thorough understanding. If reviewing via a screen reader, please note that the Job summary, Job description, Person specification, Benefits and Things you need to know sections have been emphasised</p><p><strong>Trade Mark Examiner or Designs Examiner</strong></p><p>The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the UK government body for Intellectual Property rights, including patents, designs, trade marks, and copyright. Our mission is to support economic growth by providing an IP system that fosters creativity and innovation.</p><p>Trade Mark and Designs Examiner roles are central to our Services Directorate. You’ll receive comprehensive in-house training on the legal framework for registered IP rights.</p><p>The IPO offers excellent development opportunities and holds the Gold standard: Investors in People award.</p><p>Flexibility is key. Successful candidates will be appointed to a role based on business needs. While both positions offer similar opportunities, your placement will depend on organisational priorities at the time of appointment.</p><p>The vacancies are fixed term appointments for 2 years with a chance of permanency. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Main duties consist of but are not limited to:</strong></p><p> As a Trade Mark or Designs Examiner, you’ll assess applications under UK IP legislation, ensuring compliance with legal standards. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Applying legislation and case law to determine registrability</li><li>Writing clear examination reports and guiding customers through the process</li><li>Handling objections and evaluating supporting evidence</li><li>Managing your workload and making informed decisions</li><li>Continuous learning and contributing to service improvements</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Strong analytical, research, and decision-making skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively</li><li>Customer-focused, adaptable, and open to feedback</li><li>Good digital literacy</li></ul><p>Click the <strong>'Apply</strong><strong>now'</strong> button and complete the application form by providing the following:</p><p>Please note: Annual leave may be restricted during the initial training period to ensure full participation in the training room. </p><p><strong>500-word Personal Statement </strong></p><ul><li>Use this to explain <strong>why you're suitable for the role</strong>.</li><li>Structure your statement around the <strong>essential criteria</strong> in the Person Specification.</li></ul><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p>Provide one 250-word example for each of the following Behaviour headings;</p><p><strong>Delivering at Pace (lead behaviour)</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Follow relevant policies, procedures, and legislation to complete your work.</strong></li><li><strong>Regularly check performance against objectives, making suggestions for improvement or taking corrective action where necessary.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Developing Self and Others</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Encourage and listen to developmental feedback from colleagues </strong></li><li><strong> Demonstrate a proactive approach to personal development and learning. Identify gaps in your skills and knowledge</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>AI Usage</strong><br>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</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p>For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our 'Things you need to know' section below.</p><p>Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/ipo-recruitment-support/" target="_blank"><strong>IPO – Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk)</strong></a></p><p>If you require job-specific information, please contact Josie Ash/ Kelly Rowlands<br>E-mail: <a href="mailto:Josie.Ash@ipo.gov.uk" target="_blank">Josie.Ash@ipo.gov.uk</a><br>Telephone: 01633 814383 </p><p>E-mail: <a href="mailto:Kelly.Rowlands@ipo.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kelly.Rowlands@ipo.gov.uk</a></p><p>Telephone: 01633 814014</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><p>We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,952, Intellectual Property Office contributes £8,677 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>A flexible working scheme with excellent development opportunities </li><li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments (1 day per year) over 5 years of reckonable service. You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave </li><li>Family friendly policies that support modern working families and individuals with caring responsibilities </li><li>A variety of support functions; Staff Counselling Service, Peer to Peer Support Group </li><li>Eligibility for special and office-wide bonus payments </li><li>The opportunity to form part of our many inclusive network groups, find out more by looking at <a href="https://diversityjobsgroup.com/ipo/" target="_blank">Intellectual Property Office (IPO) (diversityjobsgroup.com)</a></li><li>A range of wellbeing initiatives; Onsite Gym (Newport office), Eye Care Scheme, Volunteering Programme, Cycling facilities </li><li>Free car parking is available on site at our Newport office </li><li>On-site shop, restaurant and coffee shop at our Newport office </li></ul><p><strong>For more information about what’s on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert.</strong></p><p><strong><em>Please note that benefits may be subject to change</em></strong></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.<p>The assessment process will comprise of the following:</p><p><strong>Stage 1 – Sift</strong></p><p>An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements:</p><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><p>Your 500 word Personal statement will demonstrate your Experience against the listed essential criteria</p><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p>Provide one 250-word example for each of the following Behaviour headings;</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace (lead behaviour)</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li></ul><p>Please note, in the event of a high number of applications, Delivering at Pace the lead criteria may be used to carry out an initial sift of applications. Candidates who pass the initial sift will be progressed to a full sift.</p><p><strong>Stage 2 – Interviews</strong></p><p>If invited to interview <strong>Behaviours and Strengths</strong>based questioning will be used. </p><p>Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. Written assessment will take place before interview on the same day. The assessment will be 30 minutes, and it will only be marked if the candidate is successful at interview stage. </p><ul><li> Please note candidates that proceed to the interview stage will be required to complete a written assessment. Details will be provided in the invite to interview information. </li></ul><p>Interviews for this role will be carried out in person at our Newport Office.</p><p>This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order</p><p>The successful candidate would be expected to remain in the role for a minimum of 12 months before applying for another role.</p><p><strong>Applicants to note: </strong>CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted.</p><p> 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</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p> This post is being advertised to <strong>Internal</strong>, <strong>across</strong><strong>Government</strong> and <strong>External</strong> candidates at the same time.</p><p> Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.</p><p> We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information.</p><p> In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text.</p><p> If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via<a href="mailto:recruitment@ipo.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ipo.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>For more information on the IPO’s terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert.</strong></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.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 : IPO Recruitment team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ipo.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ipo.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ipo.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ipo.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Commissioners Statement<br>The Civil Service recruits by merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. <br><br>Complaints Procedure:<br>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, please contact;<br>Penny Phillpotts<br>Intellectual Property Office,<br>Concept House,<br>Cardiff Road,<br>Newport,<br>NP10 8QQ. <br><br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MDYmdmVyaWZ5PTUyZmI2MjY0MzA0ZGJkZTA1OGJmNjRkYWY4YTMwYTk2" target="_blank">IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions (1) Opens in new window</a> (doc, 149kB)

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Specialist Prosecutor

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><strong>Job Title &amp; Grade: </strong>Team Supervisor - EO <strong>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent<strong>Salary range (depending on location): </strong>National - £29,303 to £31,061<p>Please note that unless you are currently employed by the Civil Service and are earning more than the minimum above, if successful you will be offered the minimum for the grade depending on your location.</p><strong>Location</strong>: CardiffDirectorate: Case Management Team: Civil Applications Team<strong>Working Pattern: </strong>The post is supported by the MOJ flexible working policy and includes colleagues who work flexibly, remotely (as part of hybrid working), part time or as part of a job share etc.If you are applying for a part time role, please note that in order to meet business demands we need cover for a minimum of 21 hours and to cover 3 days of the week, one of the working days must include a Monday.<br><br>To meet legal requirements, if you are between the ages 16-18 and you are a successful candidate, you will be required to complete an apprenticeship after your initial on the job training. <strong>Reporting to: </strong>Team Manager<p><strong>The Legal Aid Agency</strong></p>We are an executive agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). We are responsible for operationally administering the legal aid fund to provide criminal and civil legal aid advice to people in England and Wales. <p>Our people are at the heart of achieving excellence. Employing around 1,200 colleagues across England and Wales, we feel proud to have some of the best People Survey results in the Civil Service. <br><br><strong>Case Management</strong></p>The Case Management Directorate is the operational delivery function of the LAA, and our staff ensure that each year in excess of 500,000 new clients are able to access the justice they require, and that their providers are fairly remunerated for the delivery of the legal aid. With staff based across multiple sites we deliver services for those facing both criminal and civil legal problems including family, immigration, mental health, housing, and exceptional funding cases. <strong>Civil Case Management</strong>The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) is responsible for making sure legal aid services from solicitors, barristers and the not-for-profit sector are available to the general public. Our work to administer legal aid is essential to the fair, efficient and effective operation of the criminal justice systems and we work closely with legal providers and the wider Ministry of Justice (MoJ) to achieve our purpose. This commitment is at the heart of our day-to-day decision making and our work to improve legal aid services. The engagement and commitment of our staff is crucial to achieving our purpose. Together we show openness, honesty, and commitment, and, of course, to deliver results. <strong>Job Summary</strong>The role holder will primarily support the Team Manager in the effective supervision of the team, including work allocation, collation and analysis of performance statistics, people management and development of team members on a daily basis<strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong>• Plan and allocate team resources to meet key performance indicators and targets, including quality and productivity. Collate and analyse data to inform decisions, reporting to the Team Manager, escalating issues as they emerge and helping to identify and implement effective solutions. <p>• Support team members to achieve their potential, including conducting 1-2-1 meetings, touch point meetings, absence review meetings, mentoring, coaching, setting objectives and developing training plans<br>• Tackle problems with performance, understanding the causes and supporting staff to overcome these. Effectively manage both team and individual performance, addressing any issues as they arise in line with the HR policies.<br>• Be aware of risks inherent in internal processes, including Health and Safety and Information Awareness. Ensure risks are logged, relevant managers made aware and appropriate action taken.<br>• Support team engagement and communication, delivering team briefings and cascading messages. Take a leading role in team meetings, encouraging the sharing of views, ideas, and solutions. <br>• Take part in the recruitment and selection of staff: short listing, interview panels, deliver new starter inductions<br>• If there is capacity, the post holder may also undertake some caseworker tasks and deal with escalated/complex communications.<br><br></p><strong>Essential Knowledge, Experience and skills </strong>• Comprehensive knowledge of the Civil Applications workstreams and processes. <p>• Effective communication skills both written and verbal <br>• Effective analytical and numerical skills with proven ability to solve problems and make decisions <br>• Effective interpersonal skills<br>• Ability to feedback to others constructively <br>• Established knowledge of Microsoft office</p><strong>Desirable Knowledge, Experience and skills </strong>• Experience of Coaching and Mentoring. <p>• Knowledge of key priorities for organisation and how these relate to and impact on specific business unit and across Case Management as a whole.<br>• Knowledge of information assurance <br>• Health &amp; Safety Awareness</p><strong>Person Specification </strong>• The role holder is someone who enjoys leading a team working in a fast-changing environment<p><strong><br>Assessment approach <br>Application Process</strong></p>To apply please provide a statement of suitability showing how you meet the essential criteria in no more than 750 words. <p><br>Your statement should demonstrate your ability to do all of the essential criteria listed, using examples can help strengthen your application. <br><br>Please note we do not require a CV and we only require a Statement of Suitability for your application. The wording on this advert may suggest that an Experience question is also required, however this is not necessary.</p><strong>Interview / assessment Process</strong>If you are successful through the application stage, you will be invited to an interview / assessment centre in person or via Microsoft Teams where you will be assessed against strengths and experience required by the role and the following behaviours:<p><br><strong>Developing Self &amp; Others</strong></p>• identify gaps in own and team’s skills and knowledge<p>• set and consistently meet development objectives<br>• seek learning opportunities<br>• support the development plans of all colleagues, recognising how diversity of experience/background can help to build an inclusive team culture<br>• consider the contributions of all team members and delegate work to aid the learning and development of all<br>• encourage and listen to developmental feedback from colleagues<br><br><strong>Leadership</strong></p>• show pride and passion for your work and positive, inclusive engagement with your team<p>• understand your areas of responsibility and display awareness of the wider impact of your actions<br>• proactively role model and promote an inclusive workplace, promptly dealing with inappropriate language and behaviours when they arise - including any instances of discrimination or misconduct<br>• give praise and credit to colleagues and stakeholders where appropriate<br><strong><br>Making Effective Decisions</strong></p>• take responsibility for making effective and fair decisions, in a timely manner<p>• analyse and research further information to support decisions<br>• talk to relevant people to get advice and information when unsure how to proceed<br>• explain how decisions have been reached in a clear and concise way, both verbally and in writing<br>• demonstrate the consideration of all options, costs, risks and wider implications, including the diverse needs of end users and any accessibility requirements<br><br>• Your Experience of implementing, promoting, or understanding diversity and inclusion policy <br><br>For this grade/ role we would expect the candidate to demonstrate understanding of the terms Diversity and Inclusion and be able to explain why they are important to them and to where they work. Examples of action they have taken (in or outside of work) to embrace diversity (e.g., increasing understanding) or improve inclusion for others will increase the strength of their answer. <br>Shortlisting is planned for week commencing 19th January 2026<br>Interviews are planned for week commencing 9th February 2026<br><br>If you would like more information on this opportunity, please contact – Abbey Ross <a href="mailto:Abbey.Ross1@justice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Abbey.Ross1@justice.gov.uk</a></p><strong>Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) </strong>As part of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we ask all applicants to ensure that the experiences, achievements, and examples shared in your application are entirely your own. <p>Please do not use AI tools to fabricate or simulate personal experiences. While AI can assist with formatting and grammar, it must not be used to generate stories, skills, or accomplishments that you have not personally lived or earned. </p>Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Our LAA commitment to Diversity and Inclusion<p>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain, and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.<br>As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. Under the Equality Act 2010 a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities which has lasted, or is expected to last, at least 12 months. <br>If you are responding to a role within the Legal Aid Agency and would like to be considered under the guaranteed interview, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the sift or later selection processes.<br>The LAA’s goal is to build an organisation that is open and inclusive and truly values and celebrates the diversity of its workforce. One that reflects and understands the needs of the diverse society we serve. This is regardless of social background, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, beliefs, disabilities or long-term illness or caring responsibilities.</p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong>We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please let us know by adding the information to the applications system or emailing <a href="mailto:LAARecruitment@justice.gov.uk" target="_blank">LAARecruitment@justice.gov.uk</a> after you have applied so that we can discuss options with you.<strong>Complaints procedure</strong>If you have any complaints about this recruitment activity, please share your concerns by emailing <a href="mailto:LAARecruitment@justice.gov.uk" target="_blank">LAARecruitment@justice.gov.uk</a> initially. We aim to respond to any complaint within 10 working days. If you are dissatisfied with our response, we will forward your complaint to the Civil Service Commission, an independent body, for review.<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>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,303, Legal Aid Agency contributes £8,489 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.<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.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/13191?entityId=13191" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13191?entityId=13191</a>

Team Supervisor - Legal Aid Agency (Ref: 13191)

<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 about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process. </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 post plays a central role in that journey. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>About the role </strong></p><p>We are currently seeking a number of full time, or equivalent, lawyers to join the Commission’s Legal Team. </p><p>As a UK-wide organisation, we welcome applications from lawyers qualified in any of the jurisdictions in the UK (England &amp; Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) to join our Legal Team. </p><p>For this recruitment round we are particularly keen to encourage applications from lawyers based in Scotland, but applications from across the UK will be equally considered and the ultimate appointments will be based on merit. </p><p>As a statutory body, the Commission relies on its Legal Team for high quality legal advice to advance its objectives and ensure it exercises its functions lawfully. </p><p>You will provide high quality legal advice and assistance to the Commission including: </p><ul><li>advising on electoral law including during major political events such as UK Parliamentary General Elections, local elections, PCC elections, mayoral elections, referendums and elections for the devolved parliaments, </li></ul><ul><li>advising on regulatory decisions and enforcement action affecting political parties and campaigners, </li></ul><ul><li>working on proposed legislation and the implementation of new legislation, and </li></ul><ul><li>advising on the Commission’s wider legal obligations as a public body. </li></ul><p>Since the Commission operates in a niche area, we do not require or expect candidates to have experience of electoral law but experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and public and administrative law will be essential. </p><p>You will be supported by one of the Senior Lawyers and receive training in role. </p><p><strong>bout the team </strong></p><p>You’ll be joining the Legal Team, part of the Devolution and Law directorate. </p><p>The team is currently comprised of a Head of Legal, a Legal Management Team of Senior Lawyers, Lawyers and a Legal Officer, under the Commission’s General Counsel. </p><p>We are a collaborative, supportive and solutions focused team that works closely with colleagues across the Commission. </p><p>We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive and innovative in the way we provide legal advice. Our work is high-profile and varied with electoral reform, the regulation of parties and candidates, and devolution all being hot topics across the whole of the UK. The work is interesting, intellectually challenging, and varied. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who we’re looking for </strong></p><p>To be successful in this role, you will need to: </p><ul><li>be fully entitled to practice in England &amp; Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland under the rules of the relevant national Law Society, Bar Council or Faculty of Advocates. This includes those dual qualified to also practice in any of the above jurisdictions. </li></ul><ul><li>have experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and administrative and public law. </li></ul><ul><li>have strong legal analytical skills, a sound public law knowledge base and the ability confidently and effectively to interpret and apply new and complex legislation. </li></ul><p>For a full list of competencies, please refer to the job description and person specification. </p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £59,971, The Electoral Commission contributes £17,373 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li><p><strong>Why work for us? </strong></p><p>This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to democracy in the UK by providing high quality legal advice to the Commission. You’ll gain exposure to high profile stakeholders, play a key role during major electoral events, and develop expertise in electoral law. </p><p>We offer a strong total reward package, including: </p><ul><li>Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum) </li></ul><ul><li>28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution) </li></ul><ul><li>Study support for professional qualifications </li></ul><ul><li>Ongoing learning and development opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Ride2Work, eye care vouchers and more </li></ul></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><strong>How to apply </strong></p><p>We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process. </p><p>When applying, please <strong>provide an anonymised CV</strong>which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information: </p><p><strong>Do not include:</strong></p><ul><li>Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details </li></ul><ul><li>Your date of birth or age </li></ul><ul><li>Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers </li></ul><ul><li>A photo of yourself </li></ul><ul><li>Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age </li></ul><ul><li>There is no requirement to include your primary education details. </li></ul><p><strong>Do include:</strong></p><ul><li>Your employment history including employers and dates of employment </li></ul><ul><li>Explanation for gaps in your history </li></ul><ul><li>Your duties, responsibilities and achievements </li></ul><p><strong>If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV.</strong></p><p><strong>Supporting disabled applicants </strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria listed in the job description, you will be offered an interview. </p><p>To be considered under this scheme, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. </p><p><strong>Key dates </strong></p><ul><li>Application deadline: <strong>18 January 2026</strong> (23:59) </li></ul><ul><li>Interviews: Week commencing <strong>2 February 2026</strong></li></ul><p>Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. </p><p>Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to undertake a written assessment. </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>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>

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