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<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We are currently looking for an <strong>Animal Technician Manager</strong> to join our <strong>Research and Development </strong>Function within the <strong>Scientific Research and Innovation </strong>group. </p><p>This is a <strong>full-time</strong> opportunity, on a <strong>permanent </strong>basis. The role will be based in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. </p><p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p><p>The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. </p><p>The Scientific Research and Innovation Group delivers public health impact, world-leading research innovation, and a unique proposition via an ambitious Science Strategy which will balance innovation against sustainability and affordability. It is divided into 6 sub-Groups, Innovation Accelerator, Clinical Investigations and Trials, Research and Development, Standards Lifecycle, Control Testing and Quality Assurance and Health &amp; Safety. </p><p>The SR&amp;I Research &amp; Development (R&amp;D) function delivers statutory mandated strategically aligned, sustainable and impactful Regulatory Scientific research that is applied primarily to biological reference materials development and medicines control testing and areas of international and national priority for future biological medicines. </p><p>Analytical and Biological Sciences (ABS) is a multi-laboratory, multi-disciplinary team of experts within R&amp;D. Both in vitro and in vivo methods are used to deliver practical laboratory analysis, experimentation and expertise aligned the Agency objectives. Biological services, within ABS supports three Functions of SR&amp;I; Standards Lifecycle, Control Testing and R&amp;D in all aspects of in vivo science. The facility is provisioned to manage activities with a wide species including at different biocontainment levels up to and including containment level 3 (CL3) and Specified Animal Pathogen Order 4 (SAPO4). A highly trained and professional technical team care for the animals and perform the scientific procedures, underpinned by a specialist support team, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare are always maintained. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What’s the role?</strong></p><p>The post holder’s main responsibilities relate to the operation and management of studies within the Specified Animal Pathogen Order 4 (SAPO4) facility in addition to lower containment studies. The role holder actively contributes to the management, performance, and practical delivery of the in<em>-vivo</em> functions to support the scientific activities of the Agency including the care and welfare of a variety of animal species, including non-human primates (NHPs) housed in the biological services facility in support of the Agency programmes of work that require<em> in- vivo</em> models. </p><p>All responsibilities are performed in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Codes of Practice and appropriate legislation and regulatory guidelines: </p><ul><li>Compliance with Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA). </li></ul><ul><li>Compliance with Quality Standard ISO/IEC 17025. </li></ul><ul><li>Compliance with local Health and Safety Codes of Practice. </li></ul><p>Security Clearance must be obtained for this position, which requires 5 years’ UK residency. </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Organisation and supervision of staff assigned to work in the managed area, including the provision of training, on-going competency, and continual professional development </li></ul><ul><li>Line Management duties for staff </li></ul><ul><li>Responsible for Health and Safety within the managed area </li></ul><ul><li>Department Quality Champion responsible for compliance with Quality standards e.g. ISO17025 </li></ul><p><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></p><p>Our successful candidate will have: </p><ul><li>Experience of supervising/managing a discrete area within an animal laboratory facility. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of organising, supervising, and training staff to meet operational, quality and health and safety requirements. </li></ul><ul><li>Considerable experience within the animal research field including on a range of species. </li></ul><ul><li>Minimal professional qualification of Membership of the Institute of Animal Technology (MIAT), or relevant equivalent (Registered Animal Technician status (RAnTech) is desirable). </li></ul><ul><li>Good knowledge of ASPA legislation, and relevant sections (in detail) of the Guidance, along with how the regulations are implemented in practice. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview </strong></p><p><strong>Behaviour Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Leadership <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Changing and Improving <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of supervising/managing a discrete area within an animal laboratory facility <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Experience of organising, supervising, and training staff to meet operational, quality and health and safety requirements <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Considerable experience within the animal research field including on a range of species <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Technical Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimal professional qualification of Membership of the Institute of Animal Technology (MIAT), or relevant equivalent (Registered Animal Technician status (RAnTech) is desirable) <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Current or recent holder of a Personal Individual Licence with proven training and competency records for species and techniques <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Good knowledge of ASPA legislation, and relevant sections (in detail) of the Guidance, along with how the regulations are implemented in practice <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Up to date on developments in education and training on laboratory animal science and welfare, and up to date on Home Office licensing requirements <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Strengths Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Adaptable <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Networker <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p>If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, <a href="https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/uniq/SuiMpQCxHHaELndm.pdf" target="_blank">please read our Job Description and Person Specification</a>! </p><p><strong><em>Please note: The job description may not open in some internet browsers. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge. If you have any issue viewing the job description, please contact </em></strong><a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank"><strong><em>careers@mhra.gov.uk</em></strong></a></p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,160, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £13,372 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>Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays </li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day </li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff </li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay </li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service </li><li>Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information <a href="http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/</a> For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666 </li><li>Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance </li><li>Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan </li><li>Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund </li><li>Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA) </li><li>Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs </li><li>On-going learning and development </li></ul><br><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>We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">find out more here</a>. </p><ul><li>Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. <em>Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.</em></li></ul><ul><li>Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. </li></ul><p>In the instance that we receive a high number of applications, we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of <strong>Experience of organising, supervising, and training staff to meet operational, quality and health and safety requirements.</strong></p><p><strong>If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact </strong><a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank"><strong>careers@mhra.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> as soon as possible.</strong></p><p>Closing date: 13th February 2026 </p><p>Shortlisting date: from 16th February 2026 </p><p>Interview date: from 24th February 2026 </p><p>If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></p><p>Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard?_ga=2.149328757.2118900794.1613132232-433185063.1580991281" target="_blank">basic personnel security standard checks</a>. </p><p>Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include: </p><ul><li>Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens </li></ul><ul><li>Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings </li></ul><ul><li>Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required </li></ul><ul><li>Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required. </li></ul><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. 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. </p><p>Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>. </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>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 : The Resourcing Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Resourcing Team at <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk - <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a> - Civil Service Commission Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1A 2HQ<br><br>

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Animal Technician Manager - £46,160 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Context:</strong></p><p>The role holder will operate within the Innovate UK Ofgem Team which is part of the Net Zero Directorate.</p><p>Innovate UK is Ofgem’s delivery partner for the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF). This £1Billion, ten-year programme supports the gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks as well as the Electricity System Operator. The SIF is part of the price control system managed by energy regulator Ofgem and is funded by a very small proportion of the payments received from energy consumers. SIF accelerates innovation to transition the electricity and gas networks to net zero at lowest cost to consumers. The programme connects innovators with energy network operators and supports the best ideas towards commercialisation.</p><p>For more information about the Strategic Innovation Fund visit: <a href="https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/programme/ofgem-strategic-innovation-fund/" target="_blank">Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund - Innovate UK Business Connect</a></p><p>We particularly welcome female applicants as women are under-represented within Innovate UK in this type of role.</p><p><strong>Job Purpose:</strong></p><p>The Project Manager will support the wider Ofgem Team in delivering a range of interventions within the OFGEM programme; including programme development, delivery, evaluation and reporting. As a key member of the Programme Management Team you will develop excellent relationships with internal and external partners to deliver a responsive &amp; agile programme based on insights.</p><p>This focused and highly-effective individual will be an excellent project manager with a validated track-record, used to working without close direction and able to lead multiple streams of work. They will be highly flexible, capable of identifying the right approach to the challenge(s) in hand and translating that approach into effective delivery.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Delivering a quality service at pace and utilising agile methodologies to deliver continuous improvement across the programme.</li><li>Day-to-day project management of an agile programme throughout the full lifecycle from development through to evaluation, working closely with the team, and in collaboration with Innovate UK / UKRI / Ofgem operations and development teams.</li><li>Coordinate multi-disciplined teams, both internal and third party, to achieve project delivery to schedule, to budget and to the required quality.</li><li>Ensuring project documentation including project plans, governance documents, and programme reports are maintained.</li><li>Generation of accurate, relevant and timely reporting.</li><li>Work closely with the Innovation Leads, Data Analysts and Comms &amp; Engagement Manager to produce delivery insight reports, suitable for use throughout UKRI, Ofgem and with external partners.</li><li>Embed monitoring, evaluation, impacts and benefits realisation within the programme and ensure a focus on continuous improvement of the Ofgem project monitoring arrangements.</li><li>Undertake and lead quarterly review meetings and associated activities with the Ofgem SIF delivery partners, ensuring delivery is in line with expectations and governance requirements, and support outcomes are being met and communicated.</li><li>Work collaboratively with a team of Project Manager, supporting each other’s roles &amp; responsibilities where required.</li><li>Delivering ad-hoc project work as advised by senior managers.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Experience &amp; Qualifications:</strong></p><p>Essential –</p><ul><li>Educated to Undergraduate degree level or with substantial proven experience. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Experience of Innovate UK Competition processes and systems (S&amp;I)</li><li>Programme management or project manager certification (awarded or in progress) from a recognised body, such as Prince 2, MSP, Agile and/or Lean Six Sigma methodologies. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Considerable experience of leading or playing a key role in delivering projects within a programme structure and working in a high-pace environment. (S&amp;I)</li><li>A clear-track record of delivering multiple outputs to agreed quality, cost and timescales. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Successfully engaging and handling multiple partners with conflicting demands and priorities, achieving results through influencing skills rather than direct control. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Significant experience of supporting cross functional teams to lead change and delivering process improvements into operations. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Experience of successfully monitoring, recording and reporting the outputs and outcomes of projects. (S&amp;I)</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,743, Innovate UK contributes £13,541 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>1st interview incl presentation.</p><p>Interviews will either take place remotely via Teams or in person, face to face.</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.<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 : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ukri.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ukri.org</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ukri.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ukri.org</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ukri.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ukri.org</a></li></ul>

Innovate UK

Project Manager - Ofgem Team (Maternity Cover)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>The role <br></strong>You’ll be key in helping us deliver our work. In this role, you’ll: <strong><br></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Deliver programmes and projects: </strong>Working across the organisation to drive priorities and standards aimed at optimising the way in which CQC regulates. </li><li><strong>Monitor compliance: </strong>Manage and monitor the compliance of projects with the relevant organisational policies, ensuring documentation remains up to date.</li><li><strong>Manage key relationships: </strong>Manage professional relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, and act as lead point of contact for some external parties. </li></ul><h4>Job description</h4>The role holder will be responsible for the following: <br>1. Ensures that teams bond and attends monthly face to face 1-2-1s <br>and quarterly full team meetings as a minimum. <br>2. Implement and maintain the appropriate systems to enable <br>effective planning and scheduling of the project. <br>3. Establish and maintain project controls, keeping the project <br>manager aware of the project status. <br>4. Prepare project performance reports (including but not limited to; <br>status, resources, plans, finances, KPI’s, costs, and reviews), <br>presenting statistics and researching new information. <br>5. Performs analysis of project reports and key artefacts to identify <br>any themes and works with the Project Manager to address as <br>required. <br>6. Ensures that project risks and issues are managed effectively with <br>accurate and timely updates. Supports the Project Manager to <br>identify and manage mitigations as required. <br>7. Ensures that programme and project documentation remain up to <br>date and that change control is exercised accordingly across <br>critical products. <br>8. Manage and monitor the compliance of the project with the <br>relevant organisational policies e.g., Departmental Security, Health <br>and Safety, Equality and Diversity. <br>9. Work with the Lead Project Manager to identifying, develop and <br>deploy project resources. Manage workforce planning, providing <br>information for effective decision making to the Project Manager. <br>10. Is a visible advocate of the programme/project and guides team <br>members/stakeholders through PO processes and tools. <br>11. Manage professional relationships with a wide range of internal <br>and external stakeholders, and act as lead point of contact for <br>some external parties. Draft and sign-off correspondence. <br>12. Monitor project spend and contribute to the compilation of budgets <br>and the development of the business case. <br>13. Supports the Portfolio Office in undertaking assurance activity, <br>taking responsibility for overseeing the co-ordination of issues, <br>risks and any other documents that require control. <br>14. Supports the project team by arranging and facilitating meetings <br>alongside co-ordinating and pulling together agendas. <br>15. Supports Project/Programme Board meetings, by taking minutes, <br>documenting key decisions, escalations, and actions, producing <br>concise and timely outputs from board discussions. <br>16. Manages discrete, non-complex, small project initiatives. <br>17. Role models inclusive behaviours in everyday interactions. <br>18. Promotes a culture of respect and fairness and understands <br>personal responsibilities around delivering against CQC diversity <br>and inclusion strategy. <br>19. Demonstrate competence and supports others to achieve <br>behavioural excellence through our Success Profiles (Success <br>Profiles (cqc.local)) ensuring yourself and those you work with <br>are the best that they can be. <br>20. Role models and supports others to instil our values into <br>everything that we do.<h4>Person specification</h4><p>We’ll be looking for the following skills, knowledge and experience in your application form: <strong><br></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Relevant experience: </strong>Demonstrate your knowledge, experience and understanding of project and programme methodologies (e.g. PRINCE 2, MSP, AGILE). </li><li><strong>Understanding the role: </strong>Show your experience of working on programmes or projects with a good understanding of role responsibilities in this context. </li><li><strong>Strong stakeholder engagement: </strong>Evidence your ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><p>We offer a wide range of <a href="https://www.cqc.org.uk/about-us/jobs/working-cqc-employee-benefits" target="_blank">benefits</a>, including:</p><ul><li>Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year).</li><li>Training and development opportunities.</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation.</li><li>NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution.</li><li>Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!</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><a href="https://cqc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/2853?c=cqc" target="_blank">Career site</a><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 : CQC Resourcing Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://cqc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/2853?c=cqc" target="_blank">https://cqc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/2853?c=cqc</a>

Care Quality Commission

Senior Project Support Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>As the Head of Financial Accounts, your role will be lead the Financial Accounts team, providing guidance and support in establishing a controls-based environment, to provide advice, and develop policies, to ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and other government financial reporting requirements</p><p>The Head of Financial Accounts is a senior member of the Finance team and is responsible for providing an efficient, effective and high-quality professional service meeting all reporting requirements.</p><h4>Job description</h4><ul><li>Effectively and proactively lead, manage and motivate the Financial Accounts team ensuring that there is a culture of high performance, strong engagement and a commitment to continuous improvement</li><li>Lead and manage the Financial Accounts team, providing direction and influence that ensures the team has the required capacity, capability, processes and systems to deliver its objectives</li><li>Develop and monitor financial controls for all financial areas, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, consistency &amp; quality of the DBS general ledger</li><li>Lead the development of DBS’ finance and accounting policies, ensuring compliance with latest standards, regulatory and stakeholder requirements</li><li>Support the Head of Operational Finance in the provision of technical guidance to all internal stakeholders and in the preparation of accounting papers</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of the annual finance timetable, encompassing but not limited to monthly management accounts, annual budgets, forecasts, regulatory and stakeholder returns as required</li><li>Lead and manage the timely preparation of all regulatory and stakeholder (including Home Office consolidation) reporting</li><li>Lead and manage the preparation of the annual audited financial statements, and supporting working papers, while maintaining good and open relationships with external auditors, ensuring no material issues arise within the external audit</li><li>Oversee the preparation of the monthly cash flow forecasting to ensure that the 3-month (working capital) cash requirement is not breached</li><li>Oversee and manage all Financial Accounts activities including any centralised requisitioning, journals and reconciliations, as well as the effective stewardship and compliance reviews.</li><li>Act as a key point of contact with external auditors and effectively manage the external audit process.</li><li>Ensure appropriate departmental KPIs are prepared and reported on a timely basis</li><li>To work closely with the Head of Management Accounts to ensure the timely completion of accurate management information and reporting</li><li>To work closely with the Head of Operational Finance and other Finance Heads of Service to improve the department’s systems and procedures, both IT and non-IT based.</li><li>Deputise for the Head of Operational Finance when required.</li><li>Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role and/or grade<br><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://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKhaitan.Samji%40dsit.gov.uk%7Cfb8afe86f72845b06cf608ddb597c8e2%7Ccbac700502c143ebb497e6492d1b2dd8%7C0%7C0%7C638866385965071181%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=b%2BWaNnqfY%2B5GwxN3ShR6YIC9Tejjy4UQPX3MulkIoeE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">candidate guidance</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Ability essential criteria - </p><ul><li>Proven ability to communicate complex matters to a non-financial audience and to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders</li><li>Strategic thinking, planning and analysis skills, with the ability to develop creative solutions to support the management of change and mitigate associated risks</li><li>Excellent relationship management, influencing, facilitation and presentation skills</li><li>Presence and credibility to work with senior colleagues across the organisation</li><li>Highly organised and able to plan and manage a broad portfolio of activities</li><li>Resilience in challenging circumstances: ability to work under pressure, remaining calm but decisive.</li><li>Highly effective communicator in person, in writing and in electronic media. </li></ul><br><p>Experience essential criteria - </p><ul><li>Highly developed people leadership, management and communication skills</li><li>Successful relationship-building with own staff team members and wider Finance department</li><li>Leading the annual report and accounts production process</li><li>Managing the external audit process through to the delivery of annual audited financial statements</li><li>Excellent knowledge of latest accounting standards (IFRS experience and FReM knowledge preferred)</li><li>Communicating complex accounting and tax issues to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Developing financial policies, frameworks and procedures</li><li>Best practice financial controls</li><li>Experience within a senior Financial Accountant role and ability to draw upon practicable experience of managing multiple deliverables to tight timescales whilst implementing financial controls</li><li>Experience of driving improvements in processes to increase efficiency</li><li>Experience coaching and developing finance colleagues</li></ul><p>Technical essential criteria - </p><ul><li>Must hold an accounting qualification from a recognised CCAB accountancy body or CIMA</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>Must hold an accounting qualification and active membership from a recognised CCAB accountancy body or CIMA<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>An accountancy based question that forms part of the presentation topic at Interview Stage.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £60,380, Disclosure &amp; Barring Service contributes £17,492 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 DBS offers a number of excellent benefits for its employees. These can include:</p><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Excellent maternity, paternity and adoption schemes (after a qualifying period)</li><li>Commitment to the health and wellbeing of our employees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Flexible working opportunities</li><li>Eyecare voucher scheme</li><li>Occupational Health Service including referrals for counselling and physiotherapy</li><li>24/7 Counselling and Wellbeing Service</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><p><br><br>The DBS vision and purpose is to make people safer by being a visible, trusted and influential organisation, providing an outstanding quality of service to all our customers and partners, where our people understand the important safeguarding contributions they make and feel proud to work here. To do this, the DBS is committed to being an employer that is able to attract, develop, retain and engage diverse talent that is representative of the communities we serve, and to be an organisation providing outstanding service to all our existing and new customers, who are diverse and have a range of different needs. We want all our staff to be able to bring their ‘whole self’ to work.</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, Experience and Technical skills.<ul><li><p>To apply for this role please provide a CV and personal suitability statement of no more than 750 words outlining how your skills, experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the role, including all essential and desirable criteria.</p></li><li><p>For all candidates who are successful at the initial sifting stage, you will be invited to attend a virtual interview which will be split in two parts. The first part you will be expected to deliver a 10 minute presentation to the panel with the topic to be given on the day assessing the following behaviour 'Communicating and Influencing' and the topic will be around an accountancy based question assessing a technical skill also.<br><br></p></li><li><p>Following the presentation, there will be a panel based interview assessing the following behaviours: </p></li></ul><p> Leadership<br> Developing self and others<br> Managing a Quality Service<br> Working Together<br> Making Effective Decisions</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>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 : DBS People Support Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMzYmdmVyaWZ5PWJmYWQxM2FkMmJhYWJiOGVmOTBiYTEyZjFkZTBkZjhiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MjAwLWIxZGZkNzg3OGUzNzlhYTZhNWU5Njk5NGY4MmI1ZDYxZjQ3ODVhMGQ=" target="_blank">G7 Head of FA JD Opens in new window</a> (docx, 522kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMzcmdmVyaWZ5PWQzZjUxMThjMjJlZmVkYmJmZTY4ZDI4YzVlOGI5NjIzJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MjAwLWIxZGZkNzg3OGUzNzlhYTZhNWU5Njk5NGY4MmI1ZDYxZjQ3ODVhMGQ=" target="_blank">Success profiles - Candidate overview Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 635kB)

Disclosure & Barring Service

26.05 Head of Financial Accounts

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports.</p><p>The Science, Technology, Research and Analysis (STAR) Group sits at the heart of the Home Office. The group ensures the best evidence and analysis are used to address the strategic issues facing the department. We also provide the science, technology, data, and international insights and collaboration capabilities to drive delivery.</p><p>You will support the delivery of National DNA Database (NDNAD) and National Footwear System (NFS) services to Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) customers and stakeholders, ensuring that quality, business, and service standards are consistently met and advanced.</p><p>You will gain and develop skills to collect relevant information to complete law enforcement and Forensic Service Provider requests. Within an Operational environment within a dedicated team you will work and collaborate closely with individuals from IT specialists and Police National Computer operatives to Scientific Services building strong relations whilstacquiringandgrowing your expertise as you progress within this exciting area of work.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The Forensic Information Databases Service (FINDS) is part of Home Office Science and manages critical forensic databases. The service supports over 40 law enforcement agencies by maintaining and improving forensic data systems, ensuring compliance with standards like ISO9001, and enabling investigative processes through national databases. NDNAD is a critical part of the Criminal Justice System, supporting Policing in the prevention and detection of crime and has grown to one of the largest databases of its kind in Europe with over 7 million records.</p><p>As a FINDS Data Officer, you are provided with the necessary skills to meet customer requirements and operational changes are delivered in line with these requirements:</p><ul><li>You will support the delivery of National DNA Database (NDNAD) and National Footwear System (NFS) services to Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) customers and stakeholders, ensuring that quality, business, and service standards are consistently met and advanced. </li><li>You will gain and develop skills to collect relevant information to complete law enforcement and Forensic Service Provider requests. </li><li>Within an Operational environment within a dedicated team you will work and liaise with individuals from IT specialists, Police National Computer operatives to Scientific Services building strong relations whilst obtaining and increasing your expertise as you progress within this exciting area of work. </li><li>You will obtain the relevant experience of working and navigating on multiple databases.</li><li>You will learn how to manipulate data on the NDNAD and NFS as well as other systems to assist customer queries.</li></ul><p><strong>Working pattern</strong></p><p>Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis. This position necessitates your physical presence in the office on a full-time basis.</p><p><strong>Shift working </strong></p><p>Successful candidates will need to be able to attend for all shifts: </p><ul><li>Two shifts 08:00-16:00 and 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday</li></ul><p><strong>Training </strong></p><p>On-site training will be provided.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential criteria</strong></p><p>You will possess a clear enthusiasm for data and service delivery and must be able to demonstrate:</p><ul><li>A strong customer focus, excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders,</li><li>The ability to analyse large amounts of information effectively and present findings from it clearly and concisely,</li><li>Being IT competent, and proficient in the use of MS office, </li><li>A strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of the workings of central government departments and the drivers, targets and measures of business performance in a public service environment, </li><li>Experience of working to a regulated environment, possibly involving forensic science or within law enforcement agencies, </li><li>Understanding of managing data integrity within the policing and criminal justice sector, </li><li>Experience working in dynamic operational environments with changing priorities.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</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></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><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>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, Ability and Experience.<p>This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.</p><p>We will endeavour to conduct the selection process in line with the dates indicated below, but cannot guarantee that these will not, where necessary, be revised.</p><p>As part of the application process, you will first be asked to confirm your eligibility by providing some basic personal information.</p><p>After submission of this first stage, you will be invited to complete the Civil Service Verbal test.</p><p>1. Online Test – by <strong>30th January 2026.</strong></p><p>If you successfully pass the Civil Service Verbal test, you will be invited to complete the full application form. Please complete the online test as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended). If you fail to complete the online test or full application before the deadline, your application will be withdrawn.</p><p>Guidance for the Civil Service test will be available when you are invited to take the test. The online test is accessed via the Civil Service Jobs website.</p><p><strong>You cannot complete the tests on a mobile phone or tablet.</strong></p><p>Following successful completion of your test, you will then be asked to complete the full application form.</p><p>2. Application – by <strong>30th January 2026.</strong></p><p>As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete: </p><ul><li>a CV</li><li> Personal Statement (maximum 500 words). </li><li> Evidence of the Behaviour Delivering at Pace (maximum of 250 words). </li></ul><p>Your CV should consist of your career history, qualifications and skills/experience, including any key achievements in each role. Your CV will be scored against the experience required for the role as noted within the essential criteria.</p><p>The Personal Statement should be aligned to and demonstrate how you meet the skills and experience set out in the essential criteria, detailed in the job description.</p><p>For guidance and information on how to construct your application (CV, Personal Statement and Behaviours), you are encouraged to visit <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-write-your-cv/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a> website.</p><p>3. Sift – week commencing <strong>2nd February 2026.</strong></p><p>The sift will be held on the CV, Personal Statement and the Behaviour Delivering at Pace.</p><p>Should a high volume of applications be received, an initial sift will be conducted on the Personal Statement and CV. Candidates who pass the initial sift will then be progressed to a full sift that will consist of the Behaviour Delivering at Pace.</p><p>4. Interview – week commencing<strong> 9th March 2026.</strong></p><p>If you are successful at sift stage, you will be invited to an interview that will be Behaviour (as listed in the job advert) based questions.</p><p>The interview will take place via MS Teams.</p><p>For guidance and information on what to expect and how to prepare for an interview, you are encouraged to visit <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/assessments-and-interviews/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a>.</p><p><strong>Problems during the application process</strong></p><p>If you experience problems accessing this advert, or you think you’ve made a mistake on an initial application, please contact <a href="mailto:hocandidates.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">hocandidates.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk,</a> including the vacancy reference, at least two working days before the vacancy closes. Further information can be found <a href="https://careers.homeoffice.gov.uk/applying#selection-problems" target="_blank">on our website</a>.</p><p>Do not create or attempt to submit another application, online test or use a different Civil Service Jobs account to proceed as this would be in violation of the candidate declaration.</p><p><strong>Further information</strong></p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Serviceon your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. </p><p>If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading.</p><p><strong>Reserve List</strong></p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. There is no guarantee that being held on a reserve list will lead to a job offer. Further information can be found <a href="https://careers.homeoffice.gov.uk/reserve-lists" target="_blank">on our website.</a></p><p><strong>Standards</strong></p><p>All Civil Servants are expected to comply with <a href="https://careers.homeoffice.gov.uk/how-we-work" target="_blank">the Civil Service Code</a>, and its core values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality. </p><p><strong>Additional Security Checks </strong></p><p>As well as successfully obtaining <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting" target="_blank">UK Security Vetting clearance</a>, candidates will be subject to a range of additional checks. The range of checks carried out will depend on whether you are a current Home Office employee, existing civil servant or an external new entrant as well as the role requirements. The level of Criminal Record Check required for this role is Basic. Further details are included in the Notes to Candidates. </p><p><strong>Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV)</strong></p><p>You should currently hold, or be willing to obtain, Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Level-3 vetting (including financial checks). This is essential for the role. For further information visit <a href="https://www.warwickshire.police.uk/police-forces/warwickshire-police/areas/warwickshire-police/about-us/about-us/police-national-vetting-service/about-the-police-national-vetting-process/" target="_blank">About the Police National Vetting Service , Warwickshire Police</a>.</p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>If a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. </p><p>If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:</p><ul><li>Contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs</li></ul><ul><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 wheelchair access at interview, or if you're deaf, a language service professional</li></ul><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><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.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 : Home Office Resourcing Centre</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HORCCampaignTeamCorporateEnablers@homeoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">HORCCampaignTeamCorporateEnablers@homeoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Civil Service recruitment principles and you wish to make a complaint, then contact the Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then 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=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMzMmdmVyaWZ5PTM4ZGFhODQ5ZjY1NDE0ZGViODJjMTM2MWZmMzVkNGM2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MTY1LTY0MGY1YWZkYTAzZjJmMWY4ZTRlMmNmZmRjODM1MTE1YWNiMjUxOWY=" target="_blank">2025-11-17 Pre-employment Checking - Document Requirements (V17) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 231kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMzQmdmVyaWZ5PWMwZGEwMmZmYzJmMzk4MzJkMTJiNTk4OTg1NjQ0M2QyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MTY1LTY0MGY1YWZkYTAzZjJmMWY4ZTRlMmNmZmRjODM1MTE1YWNiMjUxOWY=" target="_blank">Home Office Candidate_Information_v15_DECEMBER_2025 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 429kB)

Home Office

FINDS Data Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Director of Legal (Data Privacy &amp; Advice)</strong></p><p><strong>Full time / Part time</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong><strong>£91,276 pa</strong>- <strong>£104,513 pa</strong>, with potential for further progression to <strong>£117,748 pa</strong> with our pay progression scheme. </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid </p><p>Contracted to our Wilmslow, London, Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast office, however, we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need. Please note, from Autumn 2026 our head office will relocate from Wilmslow to Manchester city centre. </p><p><strong>Why work for the ICO?</strong></p><ul><li>Pay progression scheme.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working options. </li><li>25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. </li><li>Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). </li><li>Pension (employer contribution around 28.9%). </li><li>Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. </li><li>Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. </li></ul><p>Further details can be found on the benefits section of our <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/benefits/" target="_blank">website</a> . </p><p><strong>Job summary</strong></p><p>The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the independent regulator of information rights. In a data-driven world, we provide advice, guidance, and support to organisations enabling compliance with their obligations, as well as protecting individuals and their personal data.</p><p>As an employer, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives and careers of our people, and we empower you to be curious, impactful, collaborative and respectful.</p><p>The Legal Director (Data Privacy Advice) will play a pivotal role in advising across the full range of legislation that the ICO is responsible for monitoring and enforcing, with a particular focus on data protection and public/administrative law. Ideally, the successful candidate will be an expert in data protection law and have some regulatory or policy making experience. This is a senior and varied position, offering the opportunity for high-profile leadership at the intersection of law, technology, and society, and the chance to make a real impact by delivering the ICO’s strategic priorities</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The Legal Director will lead a team of six lawyers providing legal support on a wide range of the ICO’s policy work and regulatory interventions. This includes advising as part of multi-disciplinary teams on:</p><ul><li> Implementing reforms following the passage of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and other legislative proposals, such as the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill;</li><li> Regulatory interventions prioritised under the ICO’s strategic causes, including Children, Cyber Security, Online Tracking, and AI and Biometrics;</li><li> Engagement with major stakeholders from the public sector and tech industry;</li><li> The application of the law to emerging technologies, including projects in the ICO’s Regulatory Sandbox.</li></ul><p>The Legal Director will work through matrix-managed teams drawn from policy, technology, and enforcement colleagues. There will be regular engagement with other regulators and central government as we work together to address challenges in the digital environment. The role will involve handling highly sensitive matters requiring DV level security vetting. This is a unique opportunity to provide impactful leadership and to contribute to the ICO’s mission in a dynamic, data-driven environment.</p><p>Reporting to, and supporting, the General Counsel, the Legal Director (Data Privacy Advice) provides strategic leadership to the ICO Legal Service. As a member of the ICO’s Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to corporate leadership, supporting decision making and delivering change. You will ensure that the ICO is run, managed and governed in line with our corporate vision and values.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li> Provide senior leadership to an effective legal function which provides timely, robust, solutions-focused advice that enables the ICO to meet its strategic objectives and manages risk appropriately. Ensure proper governance, quality and ethical standards are met</li><li> Use initiative, be innovative and seek opportunities for strategic change to deliver world class legal advice and support the ICO’s objectives. Seek, encourage and recognise ideas and have the courage to take risks and change how things are done, challenging the status quo appropriately where required.</li><li> Make effective, confident and timely decisions, involving relevant colleagues and consulting others where needed, articulating options and making recommendations for preferred courses of action.</li><li> Take responsibility and be accountable for achieving the ICO’s strategic priorities, translating these into clear and deliverable objectives within the directorate. Providing the energy and drive to achieve them and deciding when change is necessary to re-align activity to meet the ICO’s objectives.</li><li> Maximise resource efficiency across ICO Legal Service and deliver value for money. This will involve the continual review of activities and opportunities for improvement.</li><li> Work with other senior colleagues to create long and short term strategic business plans and budgets, ensuring that they are joined up across the ICO and contribute to the achievement of the ICO’s goals by making the relevant connections throughout the wider ICO.</li><li> Lead and manage a high performing team, communicating effectively to achieve staff engagement and being a visible and credible leader.</li><li> In collaboration with the other Legal Directors ensure ICO in house legal resources work within a framework which promotes continuous professional development, and are motivated and supported to provide the highest possible standards of service</li><li> Promote team working, knowledge sharing and resource co-ordination across the ICO, working with other senior leaders to achieve these outcomes.</li><li> Champion the development of staff, creating an inclusive environment which values diversity, encourages learning and development and identifies and acts where capabilities need to be improved.</li><li> Develop and manage strategic relationships, both within and external to the ICO, in particular negotiating and influencing others to achieve desired outcomes.</li><li> Represent the ICO and its values effectively at senior level in engagements and presentations nationally and internationally.</li><li> Undertake corporate responsibilities as a senior leader in the ICO, such as leading or participating in steering groups and committees, and leading or chairing internal investigations or panels.</li><li> Support, and where necessary deputise for, the General Counsel or other senior leaders, maintaining a strong insight and understanding of the work of ICO Legal Service, collaborating and supporting senior colleagues effectively.</li><li> Act as Information Asset Owner for your directorate. Provide the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) with assurance that information assets are appropriately managed in line with legal requirements including data protection legislation, and ICO standards and procedures</li></ul><p></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed at application stage:</strong></p><ul><li> Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales or, in respect of Applicants qualified in a jurisdiction outside of England and Wales, must have an appropriate equivalent professional qualification and may be required to undertake the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (or apply and be granted an exemption of one or both parts) within a defined period.</li><li> Substantial experience relevant to the role requirements, as described in the role responsibilities and person specification</li><li> Substantial experience in a senior legal position</li><li> Experience of engaging and negotiating with senior external stakeholders</li><li> Ability to manage and supervise legal staff in inclusive and supportive manner</li><li> Knowledge of the regulatory environment and the public law framework, including the democratic, political and organisational context</li><li> Excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise and delegate</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed during interview</strong>:</p><ul><li> Experience of the management and deployment of resources including budgets</li><li> Excellent analytical skills particularly in a data protection context</li><li> Experience of interpreting and applying complex legislation with particular emphasis on the legal framework required to support effective regulation</li><li> Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and presentation skills</li><li> Ability to seek out, manage and influence opportunities for continuous improvement and change</li><li> Experience of advising on complex strategic projects.</li><li> Experience of analysing complex operational / statistical information and producing accurate / intelligent forecasts and plans</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £91,276, Information Commissioner's Office contributes £26,442 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>Please visit <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/" target="_blank">ico.jobs </a>for full details, including salary and benefits.<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>Equality, diversity, and inclusion</strong></p><p></p><p>The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. </p><p>Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy will be invited to interview as part of the ICO’s commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. </p><p>As part of the ICO’s commitment to our EDI objectives and creating a workplace that represents the communities and societies we serve, we guarantee an interview to candidates who declare they identify as belonging from an ethnic minority background and who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy</p><p>If you are disabled or have an impairment and require an alternative application method, please email the HR team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a> </p><p><strong>Closing Date</strong></p><p>Please submit your CV and cover letter by <strong>23:59 on Sunday 1st February 2026</strong>. Your cover letter should be no more than 1,000 words and should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as </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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<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 : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul>

Information Commissioner's Office

Director of Legal (Data Privacy & Advice)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>This role is responsible for supporting the collation of all change reporting to provide analysis of performance against the defined change portfolio, as set out in the Change and Transformation Plan. </p><p><strong>Read More</strong></p><p>For further information, please see below for a collection of DBS strategies and business plans:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-strategies?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&amp;utm_source=19e5fcdb-0281-4641-ad00-06ab0c1ca92c&amp;utm_content=immediately" target="_blank">DBS strategies - GOV.UK</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-business-plans?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&amp;utm_source=f96f18a1-333e-41b5-9c1f-6d9c4161b024&amp;utm_content=immediately" target="_blank">DBS business plans - GOV.UK</a></li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p>The role will primarily support the Senior Portfolio Manager in providing insight, information and support that strengthens portfolio governance and enables prioritisation decisions and effective allocation of resources across the portfolio, converting this into informed insights using appropriate reporting and data visualisation methods.</p><p>· Support the Senior Portfolio Manager to provide performance reporting of progress against the Change and Transformation Plan, using key metrics to support the evaluation and effectiveness of the DBS change activity.</p><p>· Support the coordination and development of reporting from projects and provide analysis of performance at portfolio level, identifying any trends, gaps and key issues to be escalated.</p><p>· Report portfolio performance against KPIs to support evaluation of value for money, project delivery performance and resourcing.</p><p>· Recognise and track interdependencies at portfolio level across change projects</p><p><strong>Corporate Duties:</strong></p><p>· Promote within the function a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation that values learning and a commitment to quality. </p><p>· To create positive relationships with all DBS stakeholders through the appropriate management of their expectations and agreed objectives.</p><p>· Be an ambassador for DBS, instilling and maintaining confidence in the external world.</p><p>· ‘Living the Civil Service values and serving the public’; demonstrating the behaviours which reflect those set out in the Civil Service Leadership Statement.</p><p>· Always being guided by DBS values; ensuring that day to day behaviours and interactions with colleagues reflect these values.</p><br><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><p><strong>ABILITY </strong></p><ul><li>Ability to build effective working relationships and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent written and oral presentation skills with ability to present complex data in a clear and comprehensible way.</li><li>Proven ability to work collaboratively in partnership and across organisational boundaries.</li><li>Resilience in challenging circumstances: ability to work under pressure, remaining calm but decisive.</li></ul><p><strong>EXPERIENCE</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working change or project environment.</li><li>Able to prioritise work, working within a fast-paced environment providing a creative approach to problem solving.</li><li>Experience working within teams to deliver shared goals.</li><li>Experience of analysing data to provide performance reporting to ensure successful delivery.</li></ul><p><strong>TECHNICAL</strong></p><ul><li>Understanding of relevant project methodologies.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft packages such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p><p><strong>ABILITY </strong></p><ul><li>Experience of working within a politically sensitive environment</li></ul><p><strong>EXPERIENCE</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of influencing and constructively challenging teams and stakeholders based on insight.</li></ul><p><strong>TECHNICAL</strong></p><ul><li>Recognised qualification in relevant field (e.g. project management).</li><li>Understanding and working experience of Government Functional Standards.</li><li>Understanding of corporate governance requirements</li><li>Understanding of the safeguarding environment.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p>We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £36,444, Disclosure &amp; Barring Service contributes £10,557 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 DBS offers a number of excellent benefits for its employees. These can include:</p><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Excellent maternity, paternity and adoption schemes (after a qualifying period)</li><li>Commitment to the health and wellbeing of our employees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Flexible working opportunities</li><li>Eyecare voucher scheme</li><li>Occupational Health Service including referrals for counselling and physiotherapy</li><li>24/7 Counselling and Wellbeing Service</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><p><br>The DBS vision and purpose is to make people safer by being a visible, trusted and influential organisation, providing an outstanding quality of service to all our customers and partners, where our people understand the important safeguarding contributions they make and feel proud to work here. To do this, the DBS is committed to being an employer that is able to attract, develop, retain and engage diverse talent that is representative of the communities we serve, and to be an organisation providing outstanding service to all our existing and new customers, who are diverse and have a range of different needs. We want all our staff to be able to bring their ‘whole self’ to work.</p><br><p>To view the DBS Recruitment and On-boarding Privacy Notice, please click the link below:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-recruitment-and-on-boarding-privacy-notice" target="_blank">DBS Recruitment and On-boarding Privacy Notice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</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.<p>TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE: Please provide a CV along with a personal statement of no more than 1000 words, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, including all essential and desirable criteria and a 250-word behaviour example demonstrating the behaviour: Working Together.</p><p><strong>The CV and Personal Statement will be sifted first for all candidates. Those candidates who achieve the pass mark for the CV and Personal Statement, will progress to a further sift on the behaviour. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the sift pass mark may be raised.</strong></p><p>AT INTERVIEW: For all candidates who are successful at the initial sifting stage, you will be invited to a Microsoft Teams virtual interview. </p><p>The aim of the panel interview will be to assess your ability to demonstrate the following behaviours: </p><ul><li>Communication &amp; Influencing</li><li>Changing &amp; Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ul><p>Strengths questions will also be asked at interview.</p><p>The following timetable outlines indicative dates. Please note, these dates may be subject to change without prior notice.</p><ul><li>Advert Close Date: 02/02/2026 at 10:00am</li><li>The initial candidate sift is due to take place week commencing 02/02/2026</li><li>Interviews are due to take place week commencing 16/02/2026</li></ul><p>Whilst we will endeavour to provide some flexibility with regards to dates wherever possible, it is unlikely that we will be able to offer an alternative date once an appointment has been scheduled.</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>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 : DBS People Support Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dbspeoplesupportteam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">dbspeoplesupportteam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMjkmdmVyaWZ5PTg0OTJiMDYxODk0NTIxMWJkZWE4ZjhjYTczZjM4OWY5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MzM3LWQxOGQwOWEwODczZTdhMjkyNTdmMDk3NTYyYzA0NGZhZjZhMGNhZDM=" target="_blank">Portfolio Performance Manager Job Description Opens in new window</a> (docx, 446kB)

25.133 Portfolio Performance Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>DBS has its own growing in-house legal team. This currently consists of 22 members of staff, including 10 qualified lawyers (solicitors and a barrister). The team supports DBS across all its key strategic outputs and delivers a full in-house legal service. This broad range of legal work includes the following:</p><p>• Barring appeals litigation in the Upper Tribunal<br>• Public law matters, including in-house advisory work and judicial review<br>• Civil litigation<br>• Operational and policy advice<br>• GDPR / Data Protection and Freedom of Information matters<br>• Commercial projects and disputes<br>• Corporate governance<br>• Employment matters</p><p>We are looking for a capable and experienced lawyer (either a qualified solicitor or barrister) with the ability to support DBS with its casework of barring appeals, in addition to generalist public sector legal advisory casework. </p><p>If you are ready for a new challenge, have an enthusiastic approach and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues within the legal team and across the wider organisation, then we would be delighted to hear from you.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>DBS has a number of Strategic Priorities:</p><ul><li>Provide high quality, reliable, consistent, timely and accessible services for our customers.</li><li>Embrace technology to drive improvements to the quality of our work. </li><li>Develop a talented and diverse workforce that understands how their contributions help to achieve our objectives. </li><li>Build a flexible, vibrant and contemporary workplace where our staff will be able to do their jobs using modern ways of working that are smart and which promote OneDBS. </li><li>Raise awareness of the DBS and the services we offer, keeping people informed through our communications, to increase public understanding and confidence in our organisation. </li><li>Be a respected and trusted organisation, working with our partners to play an influential role in the environment in which we operate.</li></ul><p>As a lawyer within our Legal Services Team,you will specialise in barring appeals, but will be expected to develop your legal knowledge to support the business as a whole. You will undertake a broad range of work, including:</p><ul><li>Managing a varied caseload of Upper Tribunal appeals against barring decisions and other litigation, often involving sensitive subject matter from the family courts' jurisdiction</li><li>Providing advice in relation to other areas of work dealt with by the Legal Services Team, in particular providing generalist in-house legal advice to the wider organisation, e.g. in relation to public law matters, information law. </li><li>Advising and supporting the conduct of civil litigation</li><li>Instructing and managing external law firms and counsel</li><li>Providing legal training to colleagues</li><li>Developing expertise in new areas of law relevant to the DBS</li><li>Supervising paralegals and administrative staff</li><li>Advising and supporting in relation to internal and external governance</li><li>Building relationships with DBS colleagues to encourage early engagement of the Legal Services Team in projects and plans </li><li>Working with and building relationships with colleagues in the wider public sector, e.g. GLD and Home Office </li><li>Supporting the development and implementation of DBS policies and guidance</li></ul><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p>In addition to peer support from other qualified lawyers in the team, the job holder will have valuable support from paralegals and administrative colleagues.</p><p> Members of the team have access to extensive online legal research resources and access to learning through DBS' learning portal.</p><p><strong>Accountability</strong></p><p>The Job holder will report directly to a G6 lawyer within the team.</p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p>This role will involve occasional travel, including overnight stays, to courts and tribunals and between the two DBS sites.<br></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA</strong></p><p><strong>Experience/Ability </strong></p><ul><li>Significant demonstrable experience of public law in a regulatory enforcement/litigation/ professional discipline context (obtained in private practice or in-house) with experience of managing and conducting litigation</li><li>Experience of advising a public body and understanding of the wider public-sector context</li><li>Highly organised and able to plan and manage a broad portfolio of in-house legal work</li><li>Ability to advise in other areas of law relevant to DBS as and when required</li><li>Reliable legal judgement and appreciation of legal risk</li><li>Strategic and creative thinker, able to see legal issues in their wider context, and advise accordingly</li><li>Legal research skills to produce timely, solution-focused advice</li><li>Excellent communications skills, experienced and able to communicate advice effectively both in writing and orally</li></ul><p><strong>Technical</strong></p><ul><li>A lawyer (solicitor or barrister) qualified to practise in England and Wales with minimum 5 years post qualification experience gained in a similar role or sector</li></ul><p><strong>DESIRABLE CRITERIA</strong></p><p><strong>Experience/Ability</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience working as an in-house lawyer, particularly in the public sector or for a non-departmental public body or local authority</li><li>Experience of managing instructions to external law firms and counsel</li><li>Capable of working on casework independently but within a supportive team environment</li></ul><h4>Licences</h4>A Practising Certificate is required for this position - do you currently have a Practising Certificate in place, or are you able to obtain a valid Practising Certificate within 3 months of the advert closing date?<h4>Qualifications</h4>A lawyer (solicitor or barrister) qualified to practise in England and Wales with minimum 5 years post qualification experience gained in a similar role or sector<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><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £60,380, Disclosure &amp; Barring Service contributes £17,492 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 DBS offers a number of excellent benefits for its employees. These can include:</p><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Excellent maternity, paternity and adoption schemes (after a qualifying period)</li><li>Commitment to the health and wellbeing of our employees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Flexible working opportunities</li><li>Eyecare voucher scheme</li><li>Occupational Health Service including referrals for counselling and physiotherapy</li><li>24/7 Counselling and Wellbeing Service</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><p>The DBS vision and purpose is to make people safer by being a visible, trusted and influential organisation, providing an outstanding quality of service to all our customers and partners, where our people understand the important safeguarding contributions they make and feel proud to work here. To do this, the DBS is committed to being an employer that is able to attract, develop, retain and engage diverse talent that is representative of the communities we serve, and to be an organisation providing outstanding service to all our existing and new customers, who are diverse and have a range of different needs. We want all our staff to be able to bring their ‘whole self’ to work.</p><p></p><p><strong>Further Information: </strong></p><p>To view the DBS Recruitment and On-boarding Privacy Notice, please click the link below:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-recruitment-and-on-boarding-privacy-notice" target="_blank">DBS Recruitment and On-boarding Privacy Notice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</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>To apply for this role, please provide a CV together with a personal statement of not more than 1000 words, outlining how your skills, experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the role, including all essential and desirable criteria and the key responsibilities in the job description. In addition to this you will also be required to provide behavioural examples within your application for:-</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating &amp; Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Developing Self &amp; Others</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p>Should there be a large number of applications, the sift will initially be conducted on the CV and personal statement and the lead behaviour, Making Effective Decisions. </p><p>For all candidates who are successful at the initial sifting stage, you will be invited to attend a face to face panel interview process which will be separated into two parts.</p><p>Part 1: Practical Exercise which you will be required to complete under timed supervision, prior to your interview. Details of the exercise will only be provided at this stage. This will be measured against some elements of the essential criteria.</p><p>Part 2: Behaviour based face to face panel interview. This will be measured against the essential criteria and the following behaviours:-</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating &amp; Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Developing Self &amp; Others</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p>The panel would prefer face to face interviews at Stephenson House in Darlington. However, shortlisted candidates invited to interview can email <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a> to request a virtual interview via MS Teams if preferred.</p><p>The following timetable outlines indicative dates. Please note, these dates may be subject to change without prior notice:-</p><p>Advert closing date: 2nd February 2026 at 10.00am <br>Sift week commencing: 2nd February 2026 <br>Practical Exercise: To be confirmed once sift has been completed<br>Interview: To be confirmed once sift has been completed.</p><p>Whilst we will endeavour to provide some flexibility with regards to dates wherever possible, it is unlikely that we will be able to offer an alternative date once an appointment has been scheduled. </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>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 : Rachel Eyre</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSPeopleSupportTeam@dbs.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMjcmdmVyaWZ5PThhYzU0OTY1MzAwMGQzNDQ3ZWU4OTgzMjQwMzBkMjM1" target="_blank">Job Description - Jan 26 (Final) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 312kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMjgmdmVyaWZ5PTQ2ZTUzZDQzNmNmMWNkZjZlY2RhZWI1YjdjOTM1NDlj" target="_blank">CS_Behaviours_2018 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1043kB)

26.04 G7 Lawyer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Senior Information Access Officer </strong></p><p>Full time/Part Time</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong><strong>£44,297 - £49,813 pa</strong>, with potential for further progression to <strong>£56,082</strong> with our pay progression scheme.</p><p>Location: Hybrid</p><p>Contracted to our Wilmslow, London, Edinburgh, Belfast, or Cardiff office, however, through hybrid working we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need.</p><p><strong>Why work for the ICO?</strong></p><ul><li>Pay progression scheme.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working options. </li><li>25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. </li><li>Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). </li><li>Pension (employer contribution around 28.9%). </li><li>Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. </li><li>Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. </li></ul><p>Further details can be found on the benefits section of our <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/benefits/" target="_blank">website</a></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The ICO must be a model of good practice in complying with the legislation it regulates. The Senior Information Access Officer is responsible for handling the most complex, high profile or novel requests for information from receipt to completion. They are also responsible for providing advice to colleagues across the business and for making decisions about information access issues, including disclosure. </p><p>The role is central to protecting the ICO’s reputation as the information rights regulator by ensuring that all statutory obligations in relation to information request handling are met and appropriate codes of practice and guidance are followed.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Respond to information requests from receipt to completion largely autonomously and in accordance with all statutory obligations, codes of practice and guidance thereby minimising the reputational risk of noncompliance.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the relevant legislation, regulations/codes of practice and tribunal/court decisions in order to be able to take decisions relating to the interpretation, scope and outcomes of information requests including the application of exemptions.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain up to date knowledge of internal developments/work going on at the ICO, particularly in relation to high profile areas or corporate challenges.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide trusted advice to senior management about information requests which are sensitive or high profile and need senior management sign off, ensuring that such cases are brought to the attention of relevant senior staff, and others with a need to know.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Take decisions relating to information access, and in particular provide cover for the Group Manager when they are unavailable.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Exercise discretion and judgement taking into account all relevant factors which might affect the decision-making process.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Deal with enquiries from the press office and other colleagues about the disclosure of ICO information.</li></ul><ul><li>Respond to requests for the exercise of other individual’s rights under data protection law.</li></ul><ul><li>When complaints are made, respond to the ICO in its capacity as regulator.</li></ul><ul><li>Build an effective network of contacts including senior staff enabling the smooth processing of requests.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Contribute to the development of the ICO’s information governance strategy and business plan for the Group.</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of internal request handling procedures for the effective, consistent, and compliant handling of information requests.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Conduct internal reviews in line with procedures and guidance.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Contribute to quality assurance procedures for request handling.</li></ul><ul><li>Work to encourage a consistent approach to information access across the ICO.</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute and assist in the process of transferring records to The National Archives.</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to local and cross office strategic projects as required.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed at application stage</strong></p><ul><li>Experience relevant to the role requirements, as described in the role responsibilities and person specification, and accumulated through any combination of academic or vocational qualifications or experience. </li><li>Substantial relevant experience in case handling</li><li>Proven experience of applying information rights legislation or similarly complex legislation</li><li>Around 3 years work experience in an Information Rights role</li><li>Ability to use standard office IT packages.</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed at interview stage</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent intellectual ability in order to analyse complex legislation and to be able to apply it to particular cases and situations</li><li>Ability to rapidly assimilate and digest large volumes of information.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate and maintain good relationships with senior staff both internally and externally</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines, in particular when handling information requests.</li><li>Strong communication skills including excellent written and verbal skills.</li><li>Proven ability to exercise judgement and ability to take high profile decisions.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £44,297, Information Commissioner's Office contributes £12,832 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>Please visit <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/" target="_blank">ico.jobs </a>for full details, including salary and benefits.<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>Equality, diversity, and inclusion</strong></p><p>The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. </p><p>If you have a disability or impairment and require an alternative application method, please email the HR team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a> . </p><p></p><p><strong>Closing Date</strong></p><p>Please submit your CV and cover letter by 23:59 on <strong>Sunday 1st February 2026</strong>. Your cover letter should be no more than 1,000 words and should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role.</p><p>All candidates who meet the minimum criteria and apply in-line with our guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ethnic minority applicants will be interviewed.</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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<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 : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul>

Senior Information Access Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) we are an inclusive, dedicated organisation working to provide outstanding care to our entitled personnel. Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload? Are you a team worker with the capability to use your own initiative?</p><p>If the answer is yes, then we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our encouraging and welcoming team of dedicated military and civilian healthcare professionals and administrative staff located at Medical Centre HMNB Clyde and Medical Centre Kentigern House.</p><p>The post is a part time role working 24 hours per week.</p><p>If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The successful candidate will support Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) in providing healthcare to military personnel at West of Scotland Combined Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility (PCRF) with the aim of returning the individual back to full fitness for their job role. </p><p>They will ensure the provision of a comprehensive and professional physiotherapy/rehabilitation service for entitled personnel. This includes undertaking highly skilled and specialist work in the musculoskeletal/sports and training injury areas.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>The duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>To perform highly skilled physiotherapeutic assessment of patients referred by Consultants, General Practitioners and other Healthcare Professionals with diverse presentations and complex and acute/chronic physical conditions and sports injuries. To use clinical reasoning skills to provide an accurate clinical diagnosis.</li><li>To formulate, develop and deliver a specialised individualised treatment programme based upon evidence-based practice, assessment, and appropriate clinical reasoning. </li><li>To communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent for assessment and treatment, good understanding of their conditions and maximise their rehabilitation potential.</li><li>To manage and prioritise own clinical caseload efficiently and effectively.</li><li>Use evidence-based practice, audit, outcome measures and published research to inform, measure and evaluate your own work and current practice.</li></ul><p>For further details, please see the attached Terms of Reference.</p><h4>Qualifications</h4>Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy<h4>Memberships</h4>Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP)<br> State Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC)<h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>NHS Core – NHSC1 – Communication</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC2 – Personal &amp; People Development</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC4 – Service Improvement</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC5 – Quality</li><li>NHS Health &amp; Wellbeing – HWB6 – Assessment &amp; Treatment Planning</li><li>NHS Health &amp; Wellbeing – HWB7 – Interventions &amp; Treatment</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>An NHS pension</li><li>NHS AfC Scotland MSA - £3,000 pa (pro-rata if part-time)</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Gym access</li><li>Dining facilities</li><li>Shop access</li><li>Eligibility for Defence Discount / Blue Light Card</li><li>Reimbursement of Professional Fees</li><li>Up to £330 towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per training year. </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>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 Experience and Technical skills.<p>At <strong>application</strong> stage you will be assessed against the following:</p><p>CV:</p><ul><li>Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.</li><li>Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.</li></ul><p>At <strong>interview</strong> you will be assessed against the following:</p><p>Technical Skills:</p><ul><li>NHS Core – NHSC1 – Communication</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC2 – Personal &amp; People Development</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC4 – Service Improvement</li><li>NHS Core – NHSC5 – Quality</li><li>NHS Health &amp; Wellbeing – HWB6 – Assessment &amp; Treatment Planning</li><li>NHS Health &amp; Wellbeing – HWB7 – Interventions &amp; Treatment</li></ul><p>The interview may consist of a mix of direct questions and clinical situation-based scenarios.</p><p>NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework</p><p>Link - <a href="https://www.msg.scot.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/KSF-Handbook.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.msg.scot.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/KSF-Handbook.pdf</a></p><p>The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.</p><p>There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.</p><p>All employees joining Ministry of Defence who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date.</p><p>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.</p><p>Access to the NHS pension scheme is available to the successful candidate.</p><p>If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not a proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.</p><p>To be considered for this role, qualifications and memberships detailed must be held in full, prior to submitting your application.</p><p>There is no requirement to deploy as this is met by our uniformed personnel, but you will form the continuity of care required by our patients when based at home.</p><p>The post does NOT offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non-Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.</p><p>Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.</p><p>As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category, and <strong>we will not</strong> sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.</p><p>Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.</p><p>This vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Making the Civil Service a Great Place to Work for Veterans - GOV.UK</a></p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. </p><p>If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact <a href="mailto:dbscivpers-sgdmsresourcingteam@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">dbscivpers-sgdmsresourcing@mod.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.</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 : Gill More</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Gillian.More398@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gillian.More398@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-SGDMSResourcing@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-SGDMSResourcing@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Please see Further Information document.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMTAmdmVyaWZ5PWRkOGMwODE2YzQ2ZWEyM2E3Mzg0YjhkMTg4ZjcxOTZhJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2OTg3LTZmNWZiYjExYTM5MWRjZmZiY2U3MjNjNzdlNTc4ZjAwMGM4ODFlNWM=" target="_blank">DPHCSNI_B6_Physio_24hrs_NEP Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 193kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMTEmdmVyaWZ5PTRiOTBlMjIwNzYwYTQxYWUzZTM2ZDk4NTY5MGY1NWE4JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2OTg3LTZmNWZiYjExYTM5MWRjZmZiY2U3MjNjNzdlNTc4ZjAwMGM4ODFlNWM=" target="_blank">Further Information - External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 101kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMTImdmVyaWZ5PTQ5OGUyNmJjMGIzNzkxNDk3ZjBiNzQxOGMxZDNmYWZlJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2OTg3LTZmNWZiYjExYTM5MWRjZmZiY2U3MjNjNzdlNTc4ZjAwMGM4ODFlNWM=" target="_blank">20250910-Candidate_Pack-compressed Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 697kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwMTMmdmVyaWZ5PWNjMzg0YTg0YzA2ZGY4YmNhYTRhNmFmNmQ4YTFjOWQ5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2OTg3LTZmNWZiYjExYTM5MWRjZmZiY2U3MjNjNzdlNTc4ZjAwMGM4ODFlNWM=" target="_blank">FAQs updated 28.11.2025 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 48kB)

Ministry of Defence

Band 6 Physiotherapist

HM Revenue and Customs

Manager - Economic Crime Operations

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you. </p><p>This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This role sits within a dedicated Skill Group alongside other engineers working within the technical discipline of Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering. You will be using your knowledge and experience in providing advice and managing elements of equipment support and acquisition. The skills group supports a wide range of complex equipment from traditional fixed and rotary wing aircraft, through to Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS). </p><p>The task this advert relates to is the UK P-8A lead for Automated Logistic Environment (ALE). In this role, you will provide advice on enterprise-wide ALE matters and act as the focal point for UK P-8A ALE, engaging with the P-8A Delivery Team (DT) Engineering Authority (EA), systems specialists, logistics staff, front-line customers, and Design Organisations. </p><p>You will be responsible for drafting, issuing, and maintaining DT ALE policies and procedures, as well as acting as the DT focal point for the collection, use, and exploitation of Aircraft Health Monitoring Data. Key responsibilities include conducting and coordinating regular Working Groups, triaging and allocating technical issues to the appropriate engineering desk and providing ALE SME input to key safety and integrity management forums. Additionally, you will provide engineering support to the UK P-8A Depot EA, addressing Depot maintenance issues as they arise and optimising the Depot input process. </p><p>We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 60% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role. There will also be the opportunity for travel to other sites and contractor across the UK. </p><p>This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. This job is open for all working patterns but please note part time will only be considered if full time cover can be achieved.</p><p></p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Legislation/Policy -</strong> Differentiate and comply with relevant legislation, regulation, policy, processes, and standards to deliver technical documentation for an aeronautical or aerospace sub-system. This includes the essential relation to quality, safety, security, and sustainability, of the aeronautical or aerospace sub-system, and the interoperability with other sub-systems </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Risk -</strong> Acts upon identified risk (such as safety, environment, support, financial) and applies the principles of risk escalation and risk transfer. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Technical Data -</strong> Verify and recommend the use of technical data to support the management and maturity of engineering documentation, focusing on successful technical outcomes </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Management -</strong> Collaborate and accommodate integrations with other sub-system teams and specialists, over technical requirements, and design compromises, to maximise successful system implementation and delivery </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Support -</strong> Manage the support and modification to an operational aeronautical or aerospace sub-system</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Technical Discipline -</strong> Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations in relation to aero specialisms</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria: </p><ul><li>Have experience of providing technical advice and delivery of successful aero engineering outcomes; and </li></ul><ul><li>Have technical aero engineering experience in in a variety of contexts; and </li></ul><ul><li>As a minimum hold either: </li></ul><p>o A Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 6; </p><p>o A Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 4, plus with a Professional body/institution related to your discipline hold current professional registration at or above the level listed below; </p><p>o A Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 3, plus a minimum of 3 further years of relevant professional experience; </p><p>o With a Professional body/institution related to your discipline, hold current professional registration at or above the level listed below, plus a minimum of 3 further years of relevant professional experience; </p><p>Professional Registration List (minimum levels provided)</p><p>o Engineering Technician (EngTech) or</p><p>o Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) </p><p>Note: Alternatives to RQF listed above (which cover England, Wales and Northern Ireland only), are the Scottish SCQF; or an international equivalent qualification, which must be supported by a statement of comparability from UK ENIC.</p><br><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><p>Core Behaviour 1: Communicating and Influencing – CSBC3</p><p>Core Behaviour 2: Delivering at Pace CSBC 3</p><p>Technical Competence 1: ECF_01 Suitable Systems and Systems Thinking Supervised Practitioner</p><p>ECF 1.3 - Setting Technical Requirements, Evaluation and Acceptance</p><p>Technical Competence 2: ECF_03 Supportable Technical Solutions Supervised Practitioner</p><p>ECF 3.3 - Technical Issues and Risk</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £37,600, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,892 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>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</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>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: </p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.</li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise the Lead criterion, and/or and additional assessment. </p><p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. </p><p>If you feel that 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 department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>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 : Daniel Bone</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:daniel.bone101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.bone101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:daniel.bone101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.bone101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul>

DE&S Aeronautical Engineer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers - especially vulnerable people. </p><p>We’re recruiting for two positions; 1 Permanent role &amp; 1 Fixed Term Contract. These posts sit within the Digital Delivery Hub in the Delivery and Schemes directorate. The Digital Delivery Hub is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining digital products and services that support scheme administration. It works closely with Data, Digital and Security Services (DDSS) to leverage infrastructure and tools like Power BI. The Digital Delivery Hub directorate is responsible for Strategic Change initiatives, Product Management, Programme &amp; Project Management, User Centred Design, Business Analysis, Architecture &amp; Technical, Application Support and Business &amp; Portfolio Management Services. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Product Manager to join a dynamic team responsible for managing the suite of products that facilitate the government's support schemes. In a fast-paced environment utilizing agile methodology, your ability to deliver swiftly and effectively will be crucial. As an integral member of an innovative and collaborative team, you will be empowered to make key decisions and work alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds and expertise to ensure the products meet specified needs. You will control and prioritise the product backlog, review user stories to ensure they accurately capture business needs, act as a liaison between developers and end users, and lead user acceptance testing (UAT) activities where necessary. </p><p>We are seeking a highly experienced individual in Agile development and product management who can lead effectively and manage diverse stakeholder expectations. The ideal candidate should demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, a strong ability to prioritise tasks and the capability to address complex challenges. </p><p>This role offers exposure to multiple teams and the chance to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, enabling you to shape Ofgem's digital journey and gain valuable insights into the broader energy sector. </p><p>We have a critical purpose to deliver best-in-class regulatory solutions that support our industry. By being part of the team managing a product, you’ll help ensure Ofgem meets its statutory obligations. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Own the product strategy and long term vision. </li></ul><ul><li>Manage and prioritise the product backlogs. </li></ul><ul><li>Key liaison between the business and IT teams. </li></ul><ul><li>Change request management and cost/benefit analysis to ensure value for money. </li></ul><ul><li>Contribution to requirements gathering, including review and sign-off. </li></ul><ul><li>Lead the planning execution and management or User Acceptance testing activities. </li></ul><ul><li>Ad hoc internal user assistance and troubleshooting. </li></ul><ul><li>Optimise the value of development work undertaken and ensure all colleagues have sufficient understanding of product backlog items. </li></ul><ul><li>Plan and communicate system cut-overs, business process changes, and user training. Ensure comprehensive support during and after go-live. </li></ul><ul><li>Drive decisions based on data and insight model by defining and monitor KPIs for performance, reliability, and user satisfaction to ensure objectives are achieved. </li></ul><ul><li>Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships both internally and externally, communicating the vision and roadmap regularly. </li></ul><p><strong>Key Outputs and Deliverables </strong></p><ul><li>High quality products which are fit for purpose. </li></ul><ul><li>Provision of assurance that products deliver functional, legislative and security needs. </li></ul><ul><li>Tracked and recorded usr needs and functionality requirements. </li></ul><ul><li>Prioritised product backlogs. </li></ul><ul><li>Clear Roadmaps. </li></ul><ul><li>Clear testing plans and fully documented testing scenarios. </li></ul><ul><li>Progress reports for senior management. </li></ul><ul><li>Takes ownership and actively pursues personal growth by identifying development opportunities during regular performance discussions. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of working in an Agile development environment, and knowledge of software development life cycles. <strong>(Lead criteria) </strong></li></ul><ul><li>Drive decisions based on data and insight models by defining and monitoring KPIs for performance, reliability and user satisfaction to ensure objectives are achieved. <strong>(Lead Criteria) </strong></li></ul><ul><li>Proven organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders with conflicting needs and to plan, schedule and execute complex tasks. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in planning, executing and managing User Acceptance Testing activities. </li></ul><ul><li>Formal Agile or Product Manager qualifications, or Product Manager experience. </li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of energy industry and renewable energy or energy efficiency support schemes. </li></ul><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>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,123, OFGEM contributes £9,885 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>Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.<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>When you press the ‘Apply now’ button, you will be directed to a Civil Service test – guidance for this can be found here <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/civil-service-online-tests" target="_blank">Civil Service online tests - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).</a> The test you are due to take is not timed and you can complete it at your own pace. Upon passing the test, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications. </p><p>You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word ‘personal statement’ evidencing how you meet the essential criteria listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile. </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><em>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by</em><em> [</em><a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank"><em>https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</em></a><em>].</em></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.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 : Lisa Buchanan</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles. <br><br>In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a>. If 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 website.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwOTImdmVyaWZ5PWFhMmI4YWE4ZGYzZmZlMTNjYWVkNDQ2NGQwZTQ0ZmM4JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MjM2LTVjZTI2OGY1YTgyNzUyZTQ2ZWU1M2E0NjkyNDllYWY5ZGQ2MDlmZmY=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack_Product Manager Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1349kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwOTMmdmVyaWZ5PTI1MTMxYWUzYWI0MDU4MGQ0ZjUyMTQ0NmFhZDgzZjY1JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MjM2LTVjZTI2OGY1YTgyNzUyZTQ2ZWU1M2E0NjkyNDllYWY5ZGQ2MDlmZmY=" target="_blank">Role Profile_Product Manager Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 119kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwOTQmdmVyaWZ5PTM0NjNhYzk0NzlhM2M4N2M2N2VmNmE2NmRkY2Q0YzllJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MjM2LTVjZTI2OGY1YTgyNzUyZTQ2ZWU1M2E0NjkyNDllYWY5ZGQ2MDlmZmY=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions April 2025 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 335kB)

OFGEM

Product Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. Our primary responsibility is to protect energy consumers, especially the most vulnerable, while at the same time working with government, industry and consumer groups to deliver a clean, more affordable and secure net-zero energy system at the lowest cost to consumers, and drive economic growth.</strong></p><p>Ofgem’s Delivery &amp; Schemes division administers government renewable energy support schemes, ensuring efficiency, assurance and value for money for UK consumers. With teams across the UK, we operate in a dynamic environment with an ambitious programme of work ahead. </p><p>We’re looking for a talented Delivery Manager with experience in Agile and scrum management. Reporting to a Principal Delivery Manager, you’ll join multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical transformation, new digital products and services and improved policies and processes. Working closely with Product Managers, you’ll drive successful project and product delivery. </p><p>Beyond your core responsibilities, you’ll have opportunities to develop your knowledge and shape how we deliver projects by introducing new ideas and approaches. The ideal candidate will bring good project management experience and a pragmatic balance between governance and flexibility. </p><p>This is an exciting chance to join a motivated team delivering strategically important work for the energy sector. You’ll need to work at pace, adapt to changing priorities and collaborate across diverse disciplines. We use Agile tools to manage fast-moving workstreams. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li> Provide clear leadership and direction on the delivery aspects of a project or product.</li><li> Deliver projects and services using Agile methodologies, leading and co-ordinating agile ceremonies.</li><li> Coach and mentor team members in agile practices to apply the most. appropriate agile methods and techniques for delivery, while helping the team measure and evaluate outcomes.</li><li> Support improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the multi-disciplinary delivery team(s).</li><li> Maintain and define the roadmap and project plan, use data to inform planning decisions and manage internal and external dependencies.</li><li> Protect the project team from outside distraction, identify blockers and make sure the team collaborates, communicates and focuses on mutually agreed priorities.</li><li> Actively address project and product risks and issues, escalate as required and remove barriers to delivery.</li><li> Support project governance and contribute to a range of documentation that may include presentations, briefings, business cases, roadmaps, contracts etc.</li><li> Identify and communicate team resource needs to resource managers at governance forums to ensure appropriate level of team resource and skills for successful delivery.</li><li> Ensure project delivery in line with GDS standards through different phases of the delivery lifecycle.</li><li> Establish strong stakeholder relationships and manage expectations both internally and externally.</li><li> Monitor project budget reporting and understand how delivery impacts costs and budgets.</li><li> Follow and understand Ofgem procurement processes and act as point of contact for contracted suppliers. </li></ul><p><strong>Key Outputs and Deliverables</strong></p><ul><li> Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Delivery practices are regularly reviewed and improved to enhance delivery effectiveness and team performance.</li><li> Frequent, Iterative Delivery: Products and services are delivered incrementally and iteratively to maximise value for money.</li><li> Effective Governance and Agile Practice: Governance structures and agile ceremonies (e.g. sprint planning, retrospectives, showcases) are embedded and consistently drive team alignment, transparency, and continuous improvement.</li><li> High-Performing, Motivated Teams: Teams are engaged, collaborative, and consistently meet delivery and organisational objectives.</li><li> Clear, Transparent Delivery Plans: Project and product delivery schedules, milestones, and roadmaps are well-defined, communicated, and continuously updated, with risks, issues, dependencies, and decisions actively tracked and managed.</li><li> Strong Stakeholder Engagement: Stakeholders are well-informed, expectations are managed effectively and delivery decisions are made transparently.</li><li> Effective Communication Across Functions: Clear and timely communication across delivery teams, technical colleagues, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and shared understanding.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li> Experience in delivering software projects or products with at least one scrum team using an Agile framework.<strong> (Lead Criteria)</strong></li><li> Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders and motivate project teams.<strong> (Lead criteria)</strong></li><li> Experience in roadmap definition, project planning and managing project risks, issues and dependencies to support project decision-making.</li><li> Experience in budget management.</li><li> Comfortable using delivery management tools, and an ability to learn and adapt to new tools &amp; techniques, e.g. Azure DevOps.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p><ul><li> Experience in a policy and/or legislative environment.</li><li> Knowledge of energy industry and renewable energy support schemes.</li><li> Contract management skills</li><li>Government Digital Service (or equivalent) experience.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,123, OFGEM contributes £9,885 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>Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.<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>When you press the ‘Apply now’ button, you will be directed to a Civil Service test – guidance for this can be found here <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/civil-service-online-tests" target="_blank">Civil Service online tests - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).</a> The test you are due to take is not timed and you can complete it at your own pace. Upon passing the test, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel) and upload a copy of your anonymised CV.</p><p>You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word ‘personal statement’ evidencing how you meet the essential criteria listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile. </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><em>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by</em><em> [</em><a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank"><em>https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</em></a><em>].</em></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.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 : Lisa Buchanan</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles. <br><br>In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via <a href="mailto:recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk</a>. If 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 website.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwODEmdmVyaWZ5PTFjMTRmZDJkMTkwY2U1ZDAzNDc4ODQ4MmZkN2IwNDVkJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MzE5LWJhMjliYmFjZmQ5NWI1ZDI1YmJjZjA4ZGVhZWNlMWFhN2Y4NWE0MTU=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack_Delivery Manager Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1350kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwODImdmVyaWZ5PTUwYjIxMjY4OWE2Nzk4MDAwNjhlYWM2YmZhMGJkNjk3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MzE5LWJhMjliYmFjZmQ5NWI1ZDI1YmJjZjA4ZGVhZWNlMWFhN2Y4NWE0MTU=" target="_blank">Role Profile - Delivery Manager Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 138kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwODMmdmVyaWZ5PWE1ZDEzOTRlMzgxNTJiYWYzY2E0MGY0MzE2Y2FiNTkyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MzE5LWJhMjliYmFjZmQ5NWI1ZDI1YmJjZjA4ZGVhZWNlMWFhN2Y4NWE0MTU=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions April 2025 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 335kB)

Delivery Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>You will provide senior ownership and accountability for Defra group's "Gold" tier outsource contracts with Shared Services Connected Limited (SSCL), delivering all HR, Finance and Commercial transactional services and provision of an Enterprise Resource Planning system to Defra and 8 Arm's Length Bodies (ALBs), leading the Shared Services team that manage these contracts. This includes leading and maintaining the commercial relationship, service and financial management of the current supplier, overseeing performance and working collaboratively to drive improvements focused on end user experience.</p><p>You will be a key contributor to the current activities in the future Government Shared Services Strategy space, leading for Defra in shaping future shared services, particularly Business Process Services (BPS), under the multi-departmental Synergy Programme and drive Synergy Shared Services Hub design to deliver for Defra group. This will include overseeing transition work between our current shared services supplier and future solution providers, contributing to a seamless cut-over experience for Defra group</p><p>You will be responsible for Quality Management across Defra, including provision of controlled documentation for the group via the Content Cloud+ Content Management System, which is required to maintain critical International Standards Organisations (ISO) accreditations. You will lead the Quality Management team in expanding Defra's Quality and Content Management offering across Defra group, including onboarding new ALBs to our solution.</p><p>You will support delivery of Group Corporate Services (GCS) across Defra group partners through the management and oversight of the GCS Service Catalogue detailing functional service offerings, leading improvements to the same and measuring the user experience of our Defra GCS model. Through visible leadership, establishing strong relationships and excellent stakeholder management, you will champion and grow understanding of the GCS model across Defra group and wider government. </p><p>Given the responsibility and breadth of this role, Defra are seeking someone resilient, experienced at leading multi-disciplinary, high-calibre teams, with strong people leadership skills to drive a diverse and inclusive working culture and deliver against demanding timescales across diverse customer groups.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and maintain excellent commercial and business relationships and effective contract and service management for the Independent Shared Service Centre 2 (ISSC2) Call-off Agreements with SSCL, acting as the principal customer liaison point and ensuring SSCL deliver against contracted performance. </li><li>Oversee and manage all commercial activity in relation to the ISSC2 Call-off Agreements for Defra group, including complex dispute resolution, protecting Defra group interests' as necessary and ensuring positive feedback is achieved from all customers</li><li>Be accountable for service specification, contract change and change control. Liaising effectively with departmental functional leads and process owners to communicate changing requirements within Defra group and drive a strong performance improvement agenda with particular focus on end user experience. </li><li>Monitor the services provided by and performance of SSCL, identifying risk areas and agreeing mitigation strategies as needed. </li><li>Successfully navigate the complex cross-government stakeholder environment in relation to the ISSC2 Agreement (and future Synergy solutions), driving decisions and influencing in Defra group's favour as needed.</li><li>Financial management of both ISSC2 Call-off Agreements with SSCL, from a substantial budget allocation.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve outcomes through innovation, technology, process improvement and talent development as well as Identifying and delivering efficiencies. </li><li>Demonstrate senior leadership across Group Corporate Services to ensure shared services are delivered in a way that integrates with other functions and ensures better outcomes for functional teams and end users.</li><li>Build and maintain excellent relationships with the Synergy@Defrateam to ensure Defra's future alignment to Synergy shared services solutions.</li><li>Be the Defra group lead for Synergy Business Process Services (BPS) and Synergy Shared Services Hub design. Taking responsibility for ensuring Defra group requirements are understood and met and utilising lessons learnt from ISSC2 to drive solution and process improvements for an enhanced user experience.</li><li>Provide strong, visible leadership, championing service management through oversight, improvement and management of the GCS Service Catalogue, cascade vision and translate into Defra strategic approach and delivery.</li><li>Foster strong GCS engagement strategies to build senior level relationships with Defra group partners.</li><li>Provide regular briefings to senior functional staff within Defra advising of risks and issues that may impact Defra, identifying mitigations and management strategies.</li><li>Carry out horizon scanning for potential future issues that may affect delivery and building relationships and interventions to address these prior to them adversely impacting the project understanding how to mitigate issues.</li><li>Lead service stabilisation of the new Content Cloud+ Content Management System, delivering controlled documentation for the Defra group and taking on Senior Responsible Officer responsibilities during the final phases of the recent delivery project.</li><li>Champion the quality of Defra group operational business content and improving its accessibility for all users.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Candidates CV and Personal Statement should demonstrate the following essential criteria:<br>To succeed in this role, you will require the ability to collaborate across a complex stakeholder environment and a commitment to drive change through shared services. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, capability and behavioural approach to a high standard against the following key criteria:</p><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong><br>• Significant previous experience of leading shared services in a multi-customer environment, as well as experience of managing outsourced/commercial relationships to deliver vital services across a large department or entity.<br>• Experience of successfully working with a broad range of senior stakeholders and external partners, demonstrating the communications skills, impact and gravitas to effectively challenge assumptions and influence direction in a complex environment. Able to build consensus across a large and diverse group of stakeholders.<br>• Experience of managing complex systems, demonstrating ability to understand functional and end user requirements and operate in a contentious improvement environment with focus on end user experience.<br>• A track record of delivering against demanding timescales, across diverse customer groups, working with ambiguity and managing conflict resolution.<br>• Experience as project senior responsible officer and of Quality and Content Management systems and services.<br>• Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of developing, leading and motivating large, multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed teams, driving a diverse and inclusive working culture, with evidence of successful budget management and spend control of significant financial allocations (&gt;£25million/annum).</p><p><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><br>• Evidence of extensive understanding and experience working with both the ISSC2 Agreement and Synergy Programme, due to the pace in this area at present.<br>• Commercially and legally minded, with sound business acumen and a strong focus on performance, value for money and financial management.<br>• Ability to drive performance improvement in a contractual environment.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £81,000, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs contributes £23,465 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><strong>Application Process</strong><br>As part of the application process, candidates are asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement <strong>(no more than 1250 words) </strong>on how your relevant skills and experience meet the <strong>essential criteria. </strong>Completed applications must be submitted no later than the closing date of <strong>Sunday 1</strong><strong>st</strong><strong> February 2026</strong><br></p><p><strong>Sift</strong></p><p>A sift will be conducted against the key criteria above and will assess your experience. The sift is to be conducted w/c 9th February 2026</p><p><strong>Interviews</strong></p><p>You will be asked to attend a virtual panel interview in order to have a more in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the essential criteria for the role</p><p>As part of the interview, we would ask you to prepare and present a short presentation and will confirm the topic in the interview invitation. You will be assessed on the following behaviours at the interview stage: <strong>Leadership,</strong></p><p><strong>Communicating and Influencing, Making Effective Decisions and Managing a Quality Service.</strong></p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p>Please let us know what adjustments we can put in place to help you through the recruitment process if you are disabled.</p><p>Candidates who pass the interview criteria but are not offered a post may be kept on a reserve list for 12 months and may be offered similar roles across the department.</p><p>Defra Is committed to ‘name blind’ sifting. That means that identifying characteristics such as your name, gender, age, address are removed from your application until after shortlisting for interview has taken place.</p><p><strong>The level of security clearance required for this role is CTC and must be willing to obtain SC when in post. </strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This role has a minimum assignment duration of 3 years. An assignment duration is the period of time a Senior Civil Servant is expected to remain in the same post to enable them to deliver on the agreed key business outcomes. The assignment duration also supports your career through building your depth of expertise. <br><br>As part of accepting this role you will be agreeing to the expected assignment duration set out above. This will not result in a contractual change to your terms and conditions. Please note this is an expectation only, it is not something which is written into your terms and conditions or indeed which the employing organisation or you are bound by. It will depend on your personal circumstances at a particular time and business needs, for example, would not preclude any absence like family friendly leave. It is nonetheless an important expectation, which is why we ask you to confirm you agree to the assignment duration set out above.<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">counter-terrorist 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 : SCS Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:scsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">scsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:scsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">scsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNzAmdmVyaWZ5PWI0ZmIzNjE5YzFmNGQ0N2Y2MmVmY2M3Y2QyMmIxYzM5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MTA1LWFkYTdiYzI5NDYyYmE3MmE4ODJiOTI3ZGJiYTBkYmIwNGE0YTUxOGE=" target="_blank">DEFRA Candidate Pack 442610 final Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1732kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNzEmdmVyaWZ5PTM4MTZhMTQxNTVhOGJmNWNhN2IyMGIxOGNhOGMzM2U2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MTA1LWFkYTdiYzI5NDYyYmE3MmE4ODJiOTI3ZGJiYTBkYmIwNGE0YTUxOGE=" target="_blank">DEFRA - Accessibility Pack Deputy Director Defra group Service Management Opens in new window</a> (docx, 1932kB)

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Deputy Director Defra group Service Management

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The SFO investigates and prosecutes the most serious and complex fraud, bribery and corruption, and pursues the proceeds of crime, and compensates victims where possible. </p><p>This is an interesting and engaging role, providing legal expertise to bring our cases to a successful outcome. As a Principal Investigative Lawyer, you will be part of a team comprising of investigators, accountants, digital specialists, and financial investigators and will progress cases by leading and managing teams and providing high quality legal advice.</p><p>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. To be eligible you must meet the following residency requirements dependent of the level of security vetting required:</p><ul><li>SC: 5 years residency in the United Kingdom preceding this application.</li><li>DV: 10 years residency in the United Kingdom preceding this application.</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p>As a Principal Investigative Lawyer, your job will typically include:</p><ul><li>Providing advice in relation to prosecutions and Deferred Prosecutions Agreements</li><li>Drafting search warrants, attending searches, interviewing witnesses, identifying asset recovery options in tandem with our Proceeds Of Crime team and engaging counsel for trial and disclosure work</li><li>Engagement with overseas law enforcement and prosecuting agencies, with possible travel</li><li>Enhancing your technical skills through working with digital evidence (training to use our software will be provided)</li><li>Drafting case strategy, key decisions, team building and outcomes</li><li>Working on a variety of cases to expand your career experience.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>See above and attached Candidate Pack<h4>Qualifications</h4>You must be a barrister authorised by the Bar Council to practice in England and Wales OR a solicitor, admitted by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority and authorised to practice in England and Wales with a minimum of 2 years PQE<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £59,971, Serious Fraud Office contributes £17,373 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>Option to join the Civil Service pension scheme. For further details, click here <a href="http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/pensions" target="_blank">http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/pensions</a></p><p>Generous annual leave provision of 25 days which increases to 30 days after five years’ service plus an additional day in recognition of the King’s Birthday and the option to buy or sell up to five days’ leave per year. Different terms may apply if you are already a Civil Servant.</p><p>Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme.</p><p>Interest-free season travel ticket, bicycle loan and cycle to work scheme.</p><p>Access to the Rental Deposit Salary Advance Scheme which assists employees in meeting the costs of deposits for privately rented homes.</p><p>Opportunities for learning and development.</p><p>Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies.</p><p>Voucher for eye care and discounted spectacles.</p><p>Access to a range of discounts through membership of the Civil Service Sports and Social Club, CSSC Sports and Leisure. <a href="http://www.cssc.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.cssc.co.uk/</a></p><p>Maternity and paternity leave provision over and above the statutory entitlements.</p><p>Access to My CPS Rewards Gateway. My CPS Rewards offers staff a range of rewards and savings including:</p><ul><li>Discounts with high street retailers</li><li>Savings on grocery shopping at a range of supermarkets</li><li>Special salary sacrifice and recognition schemes</li><li>Reloadable gift cards and e-cards</li><li>Instant vouchers</li></ul><p>Any move to the Serious Fraud Office from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</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 complete the online application process via the link on the advert.</p><p>As part of the application process you will be required to provide:</p><ul><li>A CV setting out your career history and covering any relevant qualifications you hold to demonstrate the <strong>essential technical </strong>requirement. <strong>This is the LEAD criteria for the role and only candidates who meet this will have the remainder of their application considered.</strong></li><li>A personal statement of up to 500 words that explains how your skills and experience meet <strong>essential and desirable criteria </strong>as listed in the Candidate Pack. Desirable criteria will only be taken into account where it is necessary to further shortlist for interview.</li></ul><p>The candidates shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process will be those who have clearly demonstrated that they meet the essential experience and technical criteria for the role. </p><p>Please note that it will not be possible to provide feedback to applicants who are unsuccessful at the application stage.</p><p><strong>The interview stage</strong></p><p>If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to sit a short scenario based assessment to test your legal knowledge and skills. You will also be interviewed to explore the behaviours, technical criteria and experience criteria in more depth.</p><p>Full details of the interview process will be made available to shortlisted candidates in the invite to interview.</p><p>Sift to take place from 9 February 2026.</p><p>Interviews are expected to take place w/c 23 February 2026.</p><p>All dates are indicative and subject to change.</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 : Sellick Partnership</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:albert.pearson@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">albert.pearson@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:albert.pearson@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">albert.pearson@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>For external competitions there is no appeal against the selection decision. However, individuals have a right to appeal if they feel that the principle of appointment on merit through fair and open competition and the Civil Service Commissioners’ recruitment principles have not been met. Individuals who want to appeal should do this by setting out their grounds for appeal in an email for the attention of Head of People to <a href="mailto:People@sfo.gov.uk" target="_blank">People@sfo.gov.uk</a>. If, after an internal appeal, you still believe that the Civil Service Commissioners’ Principles have not been met, then you can contact the Commission directly: Complaints should be sent in writing to: Civil Service Commission, Room G08 ,1 Horse Guards Road, London SW1A 2HQ. Email <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNjgmdmVyaWZ5PWU1ZjU4OGQyODAwMTk5ZjZlMDg2M2YzMTQyZTg0OTkwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MDIzLWQyZDc2ZWY1MTg2ODdmNjczZWY2NDU5OGNjNmY5OWNmZWJhYjVhZmI=" target="_blank">Principal Investigative Lawyer - Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 405kB)

Serious Fraud Office

Principal Investigative Lawyer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>As an Information Rights Officer, you will be welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive Data Protection team. The IOPC is on a journey to develop its culture, perspectives and ethos to support the organisation’s core outcomes, and this is your opportunity to enter into the varied world of IOPC data protection, allowing you to develop your mindset and approaches to contribute to improving the police complaints system in England and Wales.</p><p>An IOPC Information Rights Officer is part of a wider team that processes freedom of information requests and subject access requests.</p><p>The role is primarily, but not solely, concerned with the compliance of information access requests. The role holder will process subject access requests for the IOPC and must liaise with internal and external stakeholders, at all levels of the business, who have a vested interest in the proposed disclosure in order to provide accurate and timely responses that are compliant with legislation. In addition to this they will be involved in quality assuring correspondence, disseminating best practice, training staff and maintaining records as part of a team charged with responsibility for co-ordinating and assuring the IOPC’s compliance with Information Rights legislation. </p><p>The role is based in the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Team within the Legal Directorate. The job is based in Sale, Birmingham, Cardiff or Wakefield but may involve some travel to the other IOPC’s offices and elsewhere in England and Wales from time to time.</p><h4>Job description</h4><ul><li>Acting as first point of contact for the processing of all subject access requests. Ensuring responses are accurate, compliant and timely.</li><li>Providing high quality advice and support on the application of information rights law through the scoping and draft redacting of subject access request and FOI request responses.</li><li>Providing advice on whether information should be disclosed or refused in compliance with the relevant legislation. With the knowledge and understanding of when to defer to legal for clarification, further understanding, internal and external consultation and guidance in relation to other legislation which may apply to the IOPC’s disclosure. </li><li>Understanding, interpreting and applying any relevant tribunal and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) cases and guidance to subject access request and FOI request responses. </li><li>Assessing requests and correspondence to identify the relevant IOPC internal and external stakeholders that may be affected by disclosure</li><li>Working with IAOs and other interested parties, at all levels, so as to identify and understand their concerns about disclosure or exemption application and to provide expert advice on any applicable exemptions from disclosure. </li><li>Responding to requests ensuring that all correspondence and associated disclosures are timely, accurate and compliant with legislation, regulations and policies. </li><li>Providing ongoing advice, training and guidance to the IOPC as whole where required.</li><li>Support the IOPC internal review officers in responding to FOIA and DPA complaints.</li><li>Support the Senior FOI/DPA Advisor and others in undertake internal reviews of responses to subject access requests.</li><li>Provide supporting material to enable representations to information tribunals in respect of FOI cases and the courts in relation to DPA cases.</li><li>Liaising with the Senior FOI/DPA Advisor or the DPO where a disclosure relates to sensitive matters.</li><li>Provide supporting material in regard to requests that potentially attract the exemption under section 36 FOIA.</li><li>Liaising with external stakeholders from where the material originates so as to ensure that their concerns about disclosure are taken into account. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensuring accurate records are kept of requests, responses, disclosures and exemptions and associated correspondence in accordance with FOIA and DPA.</li><li>Support the production of and updating of guidance on the Intranet and support material used by the IOPC in order to promote best practice, in light of the evolving business and legal landscape.</li><li>Support the provision information rights training across the organisation.</li><li>Updating and improving processes within the IOPC to deliver a better information rights service.</li><li>Keeping up to date with statute law, case law and practice relating to information rights legislation, including participating in in-house seminars, and external events. Facilitate knowledge transfer and dissemination to various staff including other FOI &amp; DPA staff.</li><li>Carrying out such other duties and responsibilities of a wider FOI and DPA nature as are required from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><h4>Essential Experience</h4><ul><li>Professional qualification, equivalent qualification or demonstrable working experience in a similar role</li><li>Proven ability to draft redact documents, and prepare disclosure schedules for proposed disclosures in accordance with Article 15 UK GDPR</li><li>Ability to make evidence-based decisions taking into account the legislation that binds us for example the UK GDPR, the DPA, FOIA, and the PRA</li><li>Good analytical skills in order to assess information disclosures</li><li>Excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to influence colleagues at all levels across the whole organisation.</li><li>Good working knowledge and experience of records management, complaints processes, archive and retention principles and their supporting systems.</li><li>Proven ability to provide advice to both internal and external stakeholders on a variety of complex issues (including legal issues), with a keen awareness of sensitivities.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Proven ability to show initiative and contribute in a changing environment.</li></ul><h4>Essential Technical</h4><ul><li>Theoretical and practical understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and Data Protection law</li><li>A working knowledge of IT applications and systems, with knowledge of redaction tools an advantage.</li></ul><h4>Desirable Technical</h4><ul><li>A knowledge of other pertinent legislation i.e. the Human Rights Act, Police Reform Act, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act and Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act are desirable.</li></ul><p>This job outline is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor exclusive but while some variations can be expected in particular duties, the outline is considered to provide a reasonable general description of the post.</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,067, Independent Office for Police Conduct contributes £9,869 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>27.5 days paid annual leave (increasing with service to 32.5 days)</li><li>Options to carry over, buy or sell annual leave</li><li>Voluntary Health Cash Plan provided by BHSF</li><li>Civil Service pension</li><li>Civil Service maternity leave package</li><li>PAM employee assistance programme</li><li>Access to Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) membership</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Opportunity to enjoy the latest home and electronics in a more affordable way provided by Vivup</li><li>Car Leasing Scheme</li><li>Staff Networks focussed on each of the protected characteristics - run for staff, by staff: Enable Network, Age Network, Welsh Network, Pride and LGBTQ+ Network, Sex and Family Network, Race, Religion and Belief Network</li><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></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>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.<p>We'll assess you against these Higher Executive Officer (HEO)<strong></strong>Level behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p>This vacancy is using Success Profiles, to find out more, please click <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles?_ga=2.156185915.1692943174.1578577916-319911383.1576576754" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Throughout the recruitment process we will also assess your Experience, Strengths, Technical Skills and Values. </p><p>As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete 4 Sift Questionsbased on the essential criteria.</p><p>If successful at sift stage, you will be invited to complete a 2 stage process which includes a test. This will assess your technical knowledge specific to the role, followed by a Success Profiles Interview.</p><p>Anticipated assessment and interview dates are estimated to take place<strong></strong>11th - 13th February.</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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<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>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 : <a href="mailto:recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNjYmdmVyaWZ5PTIwODFlMmZkNzY2Yjg2M2Y4NGI1N2RlMjQyZDc0ZTZjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MDk1LTQ0ZjJiYmUzNDJiMzRmNDRjMDBmZmVmNzc3OWVjMjhlNzc5OTg3NzA=" target="_blank">Information Rights Officer - JD - 06.01.25 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 570kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNjcmdmVyaWZ5PTI3ZmU2NjI5MWMwYTMxY2ExMDk4MzEzYzZhMTBmOWZhJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MDk1LTQ0ZjJiYmUzNDJiMzRmNDRjMDBmZmVmNzc3OWVjMjhlNzc5OTg3NzA=" target="_blank">Swyddog Hawliau Gwybodaeth - 15.01.2026 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 543kB)

Independent Office for Police Conduct

Information Rights Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) </strong></p><p>This is an incredibly exciting time to join the DDaT team at DCMS, as we strive to collaborate across the department to deliver secure, user-centred services that drive smarter working, innovation and efficiency. We are transforming DCMS to meet the demands of an agile, delivery-focused department leading on some of the highest priority work for the government’s agenda to drive growth, enrich lives and level-up society. </p><p>Our plans include critical investment in our corporate systems, ensuring they are fit for purpose and reducing the manual input required. Equally, there is ongoing development of the way the department delivers its policy outcomes via digital and data services, using AI where needed to maximise the value these can bring to users in the department or throughout the society we serve. </p><p>We want to transform how we solve policy challenges by having user centred design and collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams at the heart of what we do. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We are looking for an experienced Finance &amp; Operations SEO to support the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Directorate. </p><p>The post holder will provide a trusted, single point of contact between the Directorate, department corporate functions (including Finance and HR) and the business, developing a thorough understanding of the business to support delivery of departmental priorities and drive value-for-money thinking in all of our work.</p><p>Working closely with teams across the Directorate and with our Finance Business Partner, the post-holder will undertake day-to-day work to manage the Directorate’s budgets, including liaising with stakeholders, forecasting, and feeding into regular wider finance reporting and planning cycles, including Spending Reviews and Business Planning. You will liaise with the directorate and with HR on workforce forecasting and reporting. You will coordinate the directorate risk reporting process.</p><p>You will be expected to keep on top of emerging issues and priorities, translating these into action where required, and helping to drive good financial control and compliance across the directorate. You will be expected to be agile and adaptable in the work you deliver, willing to contribute as required to a small central team within the Directorate.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>The ideal candidate would have the following key skills and experience:</p><p><strong>Essential requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Recent and relevant finance management skills </li><li>Stakeholder management and experience working with senior stakeholders</li><li>Ability to form excellent relationships within the team and the wider department</li><li>Experience of overseeing budgets, purchase to payment, and regular financial reporting</li><li>Experience of working on internal business planning and financial cycles</li><li>Willingness to flex and contribute as required to a small central team.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Recent experience of workforce planning </li><li>Working knowledge of Managing Public Money and central government accounting and budgeting rules</li><li>Part Qualified or Fully Qualified CCAB / CIMA member; or actively working towards your qualification</li></ul><p>We are running an information session where prospective applicants can find out more about the role. This will be hosted by Thembi Songo, and will take place on: 14.00 - 14.45 on Tuesday 27 January</p><p>The session will be an opportunity to hear more about the role, the team and wider directorate and the department. It will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions.</p><p>Please register your interest by filling out this <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftRLWShOC3VviRSHcx76uZBRw6YIYq8BjjkihVAYIEcG7Odg/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=112245874729631656728" target="_blank">Registration form</a> by 3pm the day before the session is due to take place and you will be sent an invitation. Invites will only be sent after this deadline has passed. Please note that the session will not be recorded and will not focus on the DCMS recruitment process - please direct any queries that you have on this topic (timelines, reasonable adjustments, onboarding etc) to <a href="mailto:recruitment.team@dcms.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment.team@dcms.gov.uk</a></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £41,565, Department for Culture, Media and Sport contributes £12,041 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>DCMS values its staff and offers a wide range of benefits to everyone who works here. We’re committed to developing talent, and supporting colleagues to have great careers in our department. To support with that, some of the benefits we offer include:</p><ul><li>Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working - DCMS staff work on a flexible basis with time spent in offices, and time spent working from home</li><li>26.5 days annual leave on entry, increasing to 31.5 days after 5 years’ service</li><li>A <a href="https://service.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dafd0441cc28ff6710e84b08f&amp;id=098624fb08&amp;e=cbad526c8a" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Access to the Edenred employee benefits system which offers discounts to popular retailers and access to various useful resources such as financial and savings advice</li><li>3 days of paid volunteering leave</li><li>Up to 9 months maternity leave on full pay + generous paternity and adoption leave</li><li>Staff reward and recognition bonuses that operate throughout the year</li><li>Occupational sick pay</li><li>Access to the Employee Assistance Programme which offers staff 24/7 confidential support and resources such as counselling, debt guidance and management advice</li><li>Active and engaged staff networks to join including the LGBT+, Ethnic Diversity, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Gender Equality Networks</li><li>Exceptional learning and development opportunities that you can explore alongside your day to day work</li><li>Season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and much more!</li></ul><p>Terms and conditions at SCS grades will vary. Those applying for SCS roles should refer to the candidate information pack for more information on terms and conditions.</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>To apply for this vacancy, you will need to submit the following documents which will assessed against the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-experience" target="_blank">experience success profile</a>: </p><ul><li>A <strong>CV</strong> setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you provide employment history that relates to the essential and desirable criteria, and that any gaps in employment history within the last 2 years are explained. The CV should not exceed more than 2 x A4 pages and you should insert your CV into the "Job History" section on the Civil Service Jobs application form.<br><br></li><li>A <strong>Statement of Suitability </strong>(max 750 words) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role in reference to the essential requirements highlighted. You may also choose to reference the desirable skills listed however these will not be considered in the assessment of your application except in circumstances where there are a high number and calibre of candidates. </li></ul><p>For the shortlist, we will select applicants demonstrating the best fit for the role by considering the evidence provided in your application.</p><p>In the event of a large number of applicants, an initial sift will be conducted on the statement of suitability. Those who are successful in the initial sift will then be scored on all elements of the application.</p><p>For support in writing your application and interviewing, please refer to the ‘Application and Interview Guidance’ document attached to the job advert.</p><p>The interview process will assess <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-civil-service-behaviours" target="_blank">behaviours</a>, <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-strengths" target="_blank">strengths </a>and <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-experience" target="_blank">experience</a>.</p><p>The behaviours to be tested at interview are:</p><ul><li>Working together</li><li>Delivering at pace</li><li>Making effective decisions</li></ul><p>You will not be made aware of the strengths being assessed prior to your interview. </p><p>Your interview will take place remotely via GoogleMeets. </p><p>For indicative sift and interview dates please refer to the attached Candidate Information Pack.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>If the vacancy is offered as FTA/Loan, existing Civil Servants must join on a Loan basis only. Prior agreement to be released on loan must be obtained before commencing the application process. In the case of Civil Servants, the terms of the loan will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant. This includes grade on return.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.</p><p>Any move to Department for Culture, Media and Sport from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</a></p><p>New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.</p><p>DCMS has a London and a National pay scale. For more information on this, including the circumstances in which each pay scale will apply, please see the ‘Candidate Information Pack’ attached.</p><p>If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. </p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. </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. </p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustment</strong></p><p>We are committed to supporting candidates so they can perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. This includes making reasonable adjustments to our process.</p><p>In order to request an adjustment, please:</p><p>Complete the ‘Assistance required’ section on 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 wheelchair access at interview, or a verbal test rather than a written one. </p><p>Alternatively, contact the Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:dcmsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dcmsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.</p><p><strong>Accessibility</strong></p><p>If you are experiencing accessibility difficulties with any of the attachments, please contact us. Contact details can be found in the 'contact point for applicants' section of the job advert.</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.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 : Thembi Songo</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:thembi.songo@dcms.gov.uk" target="_blank">thembi.songo@dcms.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dcmsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dcmsrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles.<br>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact <a href="mailto:recruitment.team@dcms.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment.team@dcms.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/civilservicerecruitmentcomplaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/civilserv…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNjMmdmVyaWZ5PWMxZDY5M2I4OGVjZjg3ODkxMTk3NDYzZDY5OTZiY2Q4JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2ODQ3LTMwOWU0YWNjYWE2MmE3YTEzZmJhN2I2NmMyOWM5ZTQzOTUxODI5OTQ=" target="_blank">445067 - Candidate Information Pack - DDaT Operations &amp; Finance Lead Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 6801kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNjQmdmVyaWZ5PTI0ZDJkZTdhZjI2ZTk4YjA1MTUwYjhkNWRlYTMyMDU4JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2ODQ3LTMwOWU0YWNjYWE2MmE3YTEzZmJhN2I2NmMyOWM5ZTQzOTUxODI5OTQ=" target="_blank">DCMS Application &amp; Interview Guidance for Candidates Aug 23 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 67kB)

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Finance & Operations, DDaT

Department for Transport

Senior Developer

Cabinet Office

Deputy Director, Experimentation, Systems and Enablement

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Lead Policy Officer – Scotland </strong></p><p>Full time / Part time </p><p>Salary: £34,604 - £39,200, with potential for further progression to £44,137pa with our pay progression scheme. </p><p>Location: Hybrid </p><p>Contracted to our Edinburgh office, however, we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need. Please note, from Autumn 2026 our head office will relocate from Wilmslow to Manchester city centre. </p><p><strong>This role is open to secondment opportunities. If you are interested in a secondment with the ICO please email </strong><a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank"><strong>recruitment@ico.org.uk</strong></a><strong>. </strong></p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Why work for the ICO?</strong></p><ul><li>Pay progression scheme.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working options. </li><li>25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. </li><li>Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). </li><li>Pension</li><li>Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. </li><li>Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. </li></ul><p>Further details can be found on the benefits section of our <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/benefits/" target="_blank">website</a> . </p><p><strong>Job summary</strong></p><p>This fixed term appointment offers a unique opportunity to join the Scottish Affairs team, a specialist department within the Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Directorate. As the voice of the ICO in Scotland — and the voice of Scotland within the ICO — the team plays a pivotal role in shaping how the organisation understands, influences, and responds to the Scottish policy landscape.</p><p>The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the independent regulator of information rights. In a data-driven world, we provide advice, guidance, and support to organisations enabling compliance with their obligations, as well as protecting individuals and their personal data.</p><p>As an employer, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives and careers of our people, and we empower you to be curious, impactful, collaborative and respectful.</p><p><strong>Job description</strong></p><p>You will support colleagues to represent the ICO within Scotland and hold key stakeholder relationships. The Scotland team plays a crucial role in ensuring the ICO delivers its statutory functions and strategic objectives in Scotland and provides expert advice on Scottish public affairs, legislation and policy to internal colleagues. As a member of the Scotland team, the postholder will support senior colleagues to deal with some of the most high profile issues of the day and major public policy. Issues that you will work on within the Scottish context will include AI, biometrics, data sharing and children’s privacy.</p><p>You will manage a portfolio of specific stakeholder relationships within Scotland to the benefit of the ICO and provide them with a professional, proactive and unified service (involving other ICO colleagues as issues dictate). You will provide support to senior colleagues on key strategic relationships. </p><p>The role is varied and fast paced and also involves supporting legislative consultation, horizon scanning, parliamentary monitoring, providing regulatory advice and guidance, shaping key ICO guidance and products and working on cross UK regulatory projects. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><ul><li>To develop and manage the ICO’s relationship with specified stakeholders in Scotland, influencing them in a way consistent with the ICO corporate and local business plan objectives.</li><li>To support colleagues in their work dealing with critical and significant relationships and issues in Scotland.</li><li>To represent the ICO at external meetings and events with specified stakeholders including speaking engagements.</li><li>To provide advice on compliance to specified stakeholders.</li><li>To contribute to the development of ICO guidance and other products where Scottish specific content is required.</li><li>To support senior colleagues in undertaking statutory consultations on legislative proposals that involve the processing of personal data.</li><li>To collaborate with cross office colleagues as required to help ensure a joined up approach to identifying and addressing issues for action in Scotland and to ensure that ICO initiatives are successful in Scotland.</li><li>To identify systemic practices that fail to deliver good information rights outcomes in ICO priority areas and causes and propose and promote solutions in collaboration with colleagues.</li><li>To contribute to the development of the ICO’s strategy and business plan for the Scotland team.</li><li>To understand the relevant legislation and political, social and legal developments that impact on stakeholders or on information rights more generally.</li><li>To provide coordination, admin, event and information management support to the team as required.</li><li>To undertake any other duties required to assist with the team’s effective operation.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed at application stage: </strong></p><ul><li>Experience relevant to the role requirements, as described in the role responsibilities and person specification, and accumulated through any combination of academic or vocational qualifications or experience.</li><li>Good intellectual and analytical skills. Knowledge and experience of applying data protection law or ability to apply complex legislation to a variety of circumstances.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of working in relevant sectors or ability to develop detailed knowledge in specified stakeholder areas.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with people at all levels and ability to influence stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>Essential criteria assessed during interview: </strong></p><ul><li>Effective written communication skills with ability to undertake clear and influential written communications including letters, consultation responses and meeting notes.</li><li>Effective verbal communication skills in particular the ability to provide clear advice in meetings and do presentations</li><li>Ability to deal with a demanding workload which may include conflicting demands on time</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team</li><li>An ability to help others to develop their knowledge/ experience.</li><li>Ability to travel to meetings and events across Scotland and elsewhere in the UK (possibly outside office hours)</li></ul><p><strong>Equality, diversity, and inclusion</strong></p><p>The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. </p><p>Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy will be invited to interview as part of the ICO’s commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. </p><p>If you are disabled or have an impairment and require an alternative application method, please email the HR team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a> . </p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,604, Information Commissioner's Office contributes £10,024 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>Please visit <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/" target="_blank">ico.jobs </a>for full details, including salary and benefits.<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>Please submit your CV by 25 January <strong>23:59 </strong></p><p>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a>.</p><p>In the event of a high volume of applications, we may not be able to invite all candidates who meet the minimum criteria to interview. However, we encourage you stay in touch and apply for future roles that match your interests.</p><p>All candidates who meet the minimum criteria and apply in-line with our guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ethnic minority applicants will be interviewed.</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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<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>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 : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Lead-Policy-Officer_JR693" target="_blank">https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Lead-Policy-Officer_JR693</a>

Lead Policy Officer - Scotland

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Private Secretary &amp; Business Manager to join the People Directors’ Private Office team within the People, Capability &amp; Change (PC&amp;C) directorate and we'd love to hear from you!</p><p><br>You will provide a professional private office and business management service to two Directors in a job-share partnership. In practice, that means managing their diaries, a busy inbox, triaging and cascading commissions, co-ordinating briefings and organising pre-briefs, liaising with Senior Management and Senior Leadership Teams as well as other Private Offices across the Department, responding to the needs of the Directors and helping to prioritise their time effectively and drive delivery of PC&amp;C’s priorities. You will make strategic connections across the Department and the Civil Service to support the effective functioning and delivery of the Private Office and wider PC&amp;C directorate. You will also help to manage the directorate’s financial forecasting and reporting.</p><p><br>We’re looking for someone with HR experience, and who can work full time to create stability in the Private Office. The role can be undertaken from any of the offices specified.</p><p><br>The directorate plays a leading role in developing an inclusive, capable, agile, and resilient workforce to deliver on the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government’s mission.</p><p><br>The function is a professional and pragmatic strategic partner to the business: challenging, stretching, provoking, and coaching our leaders and managers to bring out the best from our people. We are friendly and helpful, and great at supporting people who join PC&amp;C!</p><p><br>We value people who have a highly engaging approach – collaboration, caring and inclusivity are hallmarks of our work ethos. Is that you? Get in touch!</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>You will report to the Strategy, Planning &amp; Delivery Manager, and responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Providing a high-quality service to the PC&amp;C Directors and senior team, including diary and inbox management and prioritising their time effectively, including travel and events. </li><li>Helping shape the Directors’ agenda and being proactive in making strategic connections to drive the delivery of a wide range of people-focused matters, resolving complex issues at pace and in a joined-up way. You will become a trusted source of support to the Directors. </li><li>Working collaboratively in collating information and briefings to support the Directors in their role, managing cross-government and internal MHCLG commissions. </li><li>Supporting the communication of the PC&amp;C Directors’ views within and outside PC&amp;C, providing advice to others on how best to brief them or progress difficult and/or complex issues. You will provide clear commissions, briefings and steers to colleagues before meetings and events, and obtain contributions from stakeholders. You will effectively balance the demands on the Directors, judging when and how they will be required to intervene. </li><li>Building strong relationships with the PC&amp;C Senior Leadership Team (SLT), making links across work and teams. </li><li>Establishing and maintaining trusted relationships, acting as a conduit between the PC&amp;C Directors and MHCLG Directorates, Ministerial Private Offices, the wider Department, its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs) and other government departments including the Government People Group. </li><li>Ensuring a timely cascade of information and insights to PC&amp;C on the Directors’ engagements and steers, facilitating discussion and inputs to help drive the directorate’s delivery of priorities. You may attend key meetings alongside the PC&amp;C Directors and progress actions arising from engagement. </li><li>Guiding the Directors and budget holders to ensure that the Private Office &amp; Business Management team manage the directorate’s financial forecasting and reporting effectively, in line with finance requirements and timescales. </li><li>Working effectively as part of a small team to deliver high quality outputs at pace with creativity. Achieving excellent results in an environment of change, complexity, and ambiguity are key to our success.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>The following are essential criteria: <br><ul><li>Experience working in HR - either within a Private Office role within an HR function, or experience of working in a HR role. </li><li>The ability to process large volumes of complex, and often sensitive, information across a variety of subject matters and keep on top of the detail within a wide portfolio of work - ideally as part of a personal assistant, private secretary or similar role.</li><li>Strong judgement and discretion – particularly in relation to communication and relationship building. The successful candidate will need to be able to communicate confidently and sensitively on behalf of the Directors, in person and in writing. </li><li>Experience of excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, including the ability to quickly build strong relationships and influence colleagues of varying levels of seniority, across the group and the wider department. </li><li>Strong organisational skills and personal resilience, including the ability to work at pace on a range of competing priorities, remaining calm under pressure, and knowing when to escalate upwards. </li><li>Proficient and experienced in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as comfortable using Copilot. </li><li>Ability to work full-time.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,801, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government contributes £10,081 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>At MHCLG we offer many benefits that range from tailored career pathways and flexible working to MyLifestyle Childcare Voucher and Cycle to Work Schemes. For more information, please click <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-benefits-2/" target="_blank">here</a>.<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>Application and Selection</strong><br>The application process will be split into 2 stages, testing the following Success Profiles: </p><p><strong>Behaviours</strong><strong> , </strong><strong>Experience</strong><strong> , </strong><strong>Strengths</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 1: Sift</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Behaviour (Lead Behaviour): </strong>Managing a Quality Service</li><li><strong>Behaviour:</strong> Seeing the Big Picture</li><li><strong>Behaviour:</strong> Delivering at Pace</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> What previous HR experience do you have?</li></ul><p>There is a 250-word limit per question. </p><p>When writing your application, remember: </p><ul><li>the assessor won’t be reading your answers sequentially </li></ul><ul><li>do not assume that the same assessors will have read all of your answers </li></ul><ul><li>if talking about something in your first answer, make sure that you write the second answer as if you had not written the first (and so on!) </li></ul><p>Most of our campaigns utilise multiple assessors and so it is possible that each of your answers would be viewed by different assessors. </p><p>In the event that we receive a large number of applications, we may conduct an initial sift using the lead behaviour listed in the advert. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview. </p><p><strong>Stage 2: Interview</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Behaviours:</strong> Seeing the Big Picture, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Experience questions will be based around the essential skills and criteria as listed in the job description.</li><li><strong>Strengths:</strong> The strength-based questions will require natural responses from the candidates. </li></ul><p><strong>Sift and Interview Dates</strong></p><p>Sifting is envisaged to take place the week commencing 9th February 2026. </p><p>Interviews are envisaged to take place the week commencing 23rd February 2026 and are currently being held remotely via videocall. This could be subject to change. </p><p><strong>How We Recruit</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-our-recruitment-process/" target="_blank">Find out more about our recruitment processes here.</a></p><ul><li>Applying </li></ul><ul><li>Sifting </li></ul><ul><li>Interview </li></ul><ul><li>Interview Results &amp; Feedback </li></ul><ul><li>Reserve List </li></ul><ul><li>Near Miss </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Grades </li></ul><ul><li>We are a DCS, RIS &amp; GPTWV employer </li></ul><ul><li>Reasonable Adjustments </li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-application-guidance/" target="_blank">Find out everything you need to know before applying here.</a></p><p>You must review the following information from the MHCLG Career's Site before submitting your application. This step is essential to ensure your eligibility for the role and that your application is completed correctly. </p><ul><li>Security Clearance Requirements </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Nationality Requirements </li></ul><ul><li>Right to Work </li></ul><ul><li>Artificial Intelligence </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Code and Recruitment Principles </li></ul><ul><li>CV Declaration </li></ul><ul><li>Sponsorships </li></ul><ul><li>Salary and Grade </li></ul><ul><li>Existing Civil Servants </li></ul><ul><li>Conflict of Interest </li></ul><ul><li>Location and Flexible Working </li></ul><ul><li>Fixed Term Contracts </li></ul><ul><li>Internal Fraud Database - <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Internal Fraud Register</a></li></ul><ul><li>Appeals and Complaints </li></ul><ul><li>Conflict of Interest </li></ul><p><strong>Security Clearance Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>National Office: </strong><strong> + </strong><strong>SC</strong></p><p><strong>London Office: </strong><strong> + </strong><strong>SC</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.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 : Lisa Bond</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:lisa.bond@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.bond@communities.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@communities.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you are unsure about any part of the process or require additional information about the post to enable you to progress your application, you should speak to the Resourcing team - <a href="mailto:recruitment@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@communities.gov.uk</a>. Candidates can appeal at any stage of the recruitment process if they believe there has been: <br><br>a procedural irregularity <br><br>an infringement of the Civil Service equal opportunities policy <br><br>exceptional circumstances which were not notified to the interview panel which might have affected performance on the day. <br><br>It is important to note that these are appeals about the process not the decision. In the first instance, an appeal should be directed to the MHCLG Resourcing Hub at <a href="mailto:recruitment@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@communities.gov.uk</a>. <br><br>If the MHCLG Resourcing Hub is unable to satisfactorily resolve your complaint, you may contact put your complaint in writing to the Civil Service Commission, Room G8,1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ or by email to: <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNTQmdmVyaWZ5PWY0N2I5MjM1ODI1MzIxNDY0YTlhMjljODg2MGYwMzljJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2ODc2LTZmYTFhMDhhODNiNTI0MWYzMjY0OWUzMDE3Yzk4NzZjNDAzOGNlNDc=" target="_blank">1a. 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Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Private Secretary & Business Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Are you looking for a new challenge this year, if so, we have an exciting opportunity in the Health and Safety Team at Royal Air Force Lossiemouth as the Establishment Fire Focal Point (EFFP).</p><p>The EFFP will be responsible to the Head of Establishment for advising and carrying out mandatory and statutory fire compliance audit checks in accordance with legislation &amp; Ministry of Defence policy. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with confident communication and problem-solving skills who has the ability to remain highly disciplined and organised. This would be ideal for an enthusiastic individual who would thrive on the responsibility and opportunity to deliver high quality support. This role will challenge your influencing and communication skills; it is also immensely rewarding. The key criteria to success are excellent people skills, strong organisation and the desire to drive a 'can do safely' culture. </p><p>This post is advertised as Full Time at 37 hours per week. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The EFFP is responsible for ensuring site compliance, on behalf of the Head of Establishment, with fire legislation, policy and guidance by achievement of the following key tasks, which will include but are not limited to:</p><p>Support the Head of Establishments intent for Fire Safety in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 - Part 2 Fire Safety Duties.</p><p>Manage both the Royal Air Force Lossiemouth Fire Safety Management System (FSMS) and associated FSMS Building Database.</p><p>Manage and coordinate building fire inspections and any remedial work that is required in line with Building Custodians.</p><p>Manage and coordinate the Station Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations Database.</p><p>Coordinate and act as the focal point for 1PA/2PA/3PA. Conduct 1PA inspections in-line with the EFFP inspections schedule.</p><p>Collaborate with other Station Safety functions to enable best practice and report to the Total Safety Board.</p><p>Attend the Station Health and Safety Environmental and Fire Safety Committee. Attend bi-monthly EFFP Meetings hosted by Air Safety Centre Fire Safety Team.</p><p>Ensure that the Site-Specific Risk Information Plans are reviewed annually.</p><p>Own the Station Standing Order Fire Safety Order and review it on a minimum annual basis.</p><p>Carry out reasonable associated Health and Safety duties commensurate with the grade.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>This role is suited to someone who is highly organised, confident using IT and enjoys being part of a high performing team. </p><p>The successful candidate must be able to interpret policy to make sound decisions, whilst working in a busy operational environment as tasks can be time sensitive but also require careful consideration to ensure appropriate scrutiny is applied to all decisions. </p><p>The ability to communicate effectively is essential as you will be engaging with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally. </p><h4>Qualifications</h4>Fire Safety Level 3 Qualification / NEBOSH Fire Safety or working towards. Individual with right experience and confidence in delivering Fire Safety Management and health safety would also be considered.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £30,740, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,905 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><p>The post does not offer relocation expenses.</p><p>External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.</p><p>Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.</p><p>Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.</p><p>Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.</p><p>MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank">MOD Privacy Policy Notice</a> sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.</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>Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.</p><p>At sift, you will be assessed against your CV and the following Behaviours:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><p>At interview, you will be asssessed against the following Behaviours:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><p>The sift will take place at RAF Lossiemouth in February 26 with interview dates to follow. </p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk</a> .</p><p>As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system.</p><p>Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><p>The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.</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 : Mr Andrew Williamson</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:andrew.williamson134@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.williamson134@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a>.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgxMjMmdmVyaWZ5PWE5M2NmNTc1ZmYxNTFiOTdiMDkxNWIwNTBmYjBiYmMx" target="_blank">Air Applicant Guide Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 522kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgxMjQmdmVyaWZ5PTZkNDQ2MGI4YTk2OTdkN2NmOGYwZGZmZGQ0NjRhZmU2" target="_blank">MOD Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgxMjUmdmVyaWZ5PTQ2MjgwYjY2NWRmM2VkNTE5MjM2NDg4MmUxYmVjYzJh" target="_blank">Candidate Information Pack Opens in new window</a> (docx, 31kB)

Air - Establishment Fire Focal Point

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Do you want to make a tangible different to the lives of children across England? Can you use your skills to be a catalyst for creating meaningful change? Are you committed to protecting the rights of children, especially those with health needs? Are you ready to join a committed team, dedicated to giving children and young people a voice on the issues affecting them?</p><p>The Children’s Commissioner’s role includes taking children’s thoughts, opinions and ideas to decision makers, to ensure that the Government reflects children’s voices in the decisions that will affect them in years to come.</p><p>Joining the team is a chance to be involved in shaping children’s policy, making sure children’s voices are heard and being part of an exciting environment which puts children’s needs at the heart of everything we do.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Purpose of the Job</strong></p><p>As Policy Advisor you will lead the Children’s Commissioner’s work on children’s health. You will ensure that the office’s work improves the lives of children and care experienced young people who have health needs. This will include initiating and delivering evidence-based projects, taking the lead on briefing the Children’s Commissioner on matters relating to children’s health care and supporting the work and strategy of the wider office. </p><p>You will identify opportunities for the Children’s Commissioner to effect change on behalf of children and represent the Commissioner at external meetings, including with highly vulnerable children, and build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.</p><p>You will achieve recognition for your work, and the work of the office, across Whitehall, turning policy propositions into real legislative and regulatory change. </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor the policy landscape relating to children’s health care, conducing policy analysis and formulating reasoned, evidence-based arguments for change.</li><li>Lead policy-based projects, acting as the project manager for multiple pieces of work, coordinating project roles, tasks and use of resources, and developing proposals for efficient delivery of projects.</li><li>Work with colleagues to commission research, including using the Commissioners statutory powers to develop robust evidence.</li><li>Develop and maintain a network of stakeholders who can support with improving children’s social care and children’s lives more broadly. Including developing partnerships and relationships to support the delivery of projects.</li><li>Deliver high quality external facing outputs, communicating the evidence and views of the office fluently and credibly.</li><li>Support and manage colleagues to deliver high impact work where appropriate.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Successful applicants will:</p><ul><li>Be an experienced policy professional and motivated self-starter with the ability to get to grips with complex work at speed.</li><li>Be comfortable managing competing priorities and able to take responsibility for delivering high quality work to completion.</li><li>Be a skilled and engaging leader, equally adept at supporting colleagues’ development and wellbeing and at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Be able to thrive in a small, friendly, hard working and very supportive team.</li><li>Be committed to upholding the rights of children.</li><li>Enjoy working with children and young people, and ensuring their voices are heard.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Criteria</strong></p><p>Essential</p><ul><li>Experience working in a policy environment and an understanding of the policy making process, including using evidence to influence policy change.(LEAD CRITERIA)</li><li>Experience working with parliamentarians, including on influencing legislative change.</li><li>Experience working with communication colleagues to influence change.</li><li>An understanding of research methodologies and experience of using research and evidence to develop policy propositions.</li><li>Highly developed oral and written communication skills, including producing public facing outputs at speed.</li><li>The ability to manage and deliver multiple projects in a fast-moving organisation.</li><li>High levels of personal effectiveness in working as part of a team and contributing to a successful organisation.</li></ul><p>Desirable </p><ul><li>Experience of working in children’s health care.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £39,981, Office of the Children's Commissioner contributes £11,582 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 Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 27.97%. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Benefits of the pension scheme - Civil Service Pension Scheme</a></li><li>An Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>A comprehensive reward scheme.</li><li>Generous holiday allowance starting at 25 days plus bank holidays and one privilege day.</li><li>Flexible working options including full-time or part-time and hybrid working (amend as per role).</li><li>A range of family friendly policies.</li><li>Excellent learning and development opportunities.</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusivity and diversity.</li></ul><br><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>To apply please review the job details and and apply on our <a href="https://careers.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Site</a> by 23:55 on Friday 23rd January 2026. The job description will not be available online after the closing date. </p><p>Your statement of suitability should be anonymised (name-blind) and should set out how you meet the essential skills and any relevant experience to the key duties of the role (no more than 500 words).</p><p>Applications will be sifted against the key requirements set out in the essential and desirable criteria listed in the job description.<br>The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:55 on 23 January 2026. <br><br>Interviews for short-listed candidates are expected to take place during the week beginning 9 February 2026.</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>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 : OCC Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:occ.recruitment@childrenscommissioner.gov.uk" target="_blank">occ.recruitment@childrenscommissioner.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:occ.recruitment@childrenscommissioner.gov.uk" target="_blank">occ.recruitment@childrenscommissioner.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/about-us/vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/about-us/vacancies/</a><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzgwNTMmdmVyaWZ5PWU5ZmI2YWYyMDAxOGNlNTIxYzliOWE2OGY5Nzk0NjQ0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM3MTI1LWNhYWFiOTc2MDhhNDZiMTgxMjM3MGIyNTQ4MTg3ZDM0Nzg4ZjU2NjM=" target="_blank">Policy Adviser Health Job Description Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 252kB)

Office of the Children's Commissioner

Policy Adviser - Health

<h4>Job summary</h4>Border Force plays a vital role in securing the UK’s borders, protecting communities, and enabling legitimate trade and travel. We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our Senior Civil Service as Regional Director for Border Force South, overseeing one of the UK’s most complex and strategically significant regions.<h4>Job description</h4>As Regional Director, you will provide leadership to operations and strategic oversight across a diverse region spanning major airports, maritime hubs, and over 2,200 miles of coastline. Leading a large geographically dispersed and diverse workforce, you will ensure delivery of national priorities, manage immigration and customs operations, and respond to critical incidents in a 24/7 environment. This is a high-profile role requiring resilience, sound judgement, and the ability to lead through complexity and change. <strong>For full details, please see the Candidate Pack.</strong><h4>Person specification</h4><p>You will work to set and deliver the strategic direction for Border Force operations across the South Region, driving performance to meet national priorities while ensuring security, compliance, safeguarding, and trade facilitation. Leading three Deputy directors and a large, geographically dispersed and diverse workforce, you will provide clear vision to manage complex threats and maintain high service standards across all ports and environments.</p><p>You will represent Border Force at senior levels across government, law enforcement, and industry, building strong partnerships to influence policy and operational outcomes. As a visible leader during critical incidents and high-profile events, you will ensure effective decision-making and communication. In addition, you will uphold legal and regulatory standards, safeguarding and security while facilitating legitimate trade and travel.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £81,000, Home Office contributes £23,465 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>The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, capability and behavioural approach to a high standard against the following key criteria: </p><ul><li>Proven senior leadership experience in large, complex and high‑pressure operational settings, with the ability to set clear strategic direction, lead through others, balance competing priorities and maintain high‑quality delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing abilities, with the capability to develop trusted relationships, manage constructive challenge, and confidently advise Ministers, senior officials and external partners.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build high‑performing teams, cultivating a positive and inclusive culture, develop talent, manage resources effectively, and contribute collaboratively to the wider leadership of the Directorate.</li><li>Proven ability to deliver results under significant pressure, including in high‑profile or politically sensitive contexts, showing resilience, adaptability and responsiveness to shifting priorities.</li><li>Experience in leading organisational or operational change, driving innovation, embedding continuous improvement and taking a long‑term, strategic approach while maintaining operational effectiveness</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria </strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of Border Force operations, trade facilitation, and national security context</li><li>Experience of critical incident management and response. </li></ul><p><br><strong>Selection Process Details<br></strong><br>Apply online via Civil Service Jobs by <strong>23:55 on 8 February 2026</strong>. You will need to provide: <strong>CV</strong> outlining career history and achievements; Statement of Suitability (max <strong>1250</strong> words) evidencing essential criteria.</p><p><strong>Security clearance</strong></p><p>The successful candidate must hold <strong>Security Check (SC)</strong> clearance before commencing the role and <strong>will be required to undergo Developed Vetting (DV)</strong> once in post. </p><br><p><strong>Further details on the process and SCS careers are in the Candidate Pack.</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This role has a minimum assignment duration of 3 years. An assignment duration is the period of time a Senior Civil Servant is expected to remain in the same post to enable them to deliver on the agreed key business outcomes. The assignment duration also supports your career through building your depth of expertise. <br><br>As part of accepting this role you will be agreeing to the expected assignment duration set out above. This will not result in a contractual change to your terms and conditions. Please note this is an expectation only, it is not something which is written into your terms and conditions or indeed which the employing organisation or you are bound by. It will depend on your personal circumstances at a particular time and business needs, for example, would not preclude any absence like family friendly leave. It is nonetheless an important expectation, which is why we ask you to confirm you agree to the assignment duration set out above.<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>Open to UK nationals only.<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 : Emma Hawkey</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Emma.Hawkey@homeoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.Hawkey@homeoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:SCSRecruitment@homeoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">SCSRecruitment@homeoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc5NjkmdmVyaWZ5PTIyOGM5MWI1NTNiMDBkODRjMmJjOTJhZDU5OTMxMTc1JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4NjM2ODQ1LTFmODYxMzYxZmJiZDAwNDgwMWY1YmVkMjA3YjJhOTFiODJlMzFmNjQ=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack - Border Force South Region Director - SCS PB1 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 880kB)

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