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Home Office

Senior Data Engineer - Platforms and Tooling

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>What you’ll do…</strong></p><p>You’ll be joining a productive and successful Brand and Corporate Partnerships team. Since 2020, we have brought in millions of additional funding in support of our work, and you’ll help us take this to the next level.</p><p>We’re looking for someone who shares our ambitious vision in promoting Forestry England and our forests on a cinematic platform.</p><p>You will report to the Head of Brand and Corporate Partnerships and will be a confident and engaging location manager with a detailed understanding of the film and tv industry along with broadcast, commercial and stills productions. You’ll have experience of negotiating fees and contracts, with knowledge of copyright law in relation to film and TV work.</p><p>Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you.</p><p><strong>Where you’ll work…</strong></p><p>The position spans the entire country, requiring regular national travel while also supporting flexible blended working.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Day to day responsibilities for the role can be summarised as the following:</p><ul><li> Liaise closely with incoming productions, supporting and advising from enquiry through to wrap &amp; reinstatement.</li><li> Support colleagues across departments and regions, in facilitating filming.</li><li> Budget, track and report on filming related income and expenditure; working to targets and responding to opportunities nationwide.</li><li> Develop our portfolio and carry out regular site visits to photograph and survey potential locations.</li><li> Manage external relationships with film offices, councils and other industry organisations.</li><li> Promote the work of Forestry England and our locations within the TV and Film sector and engage with industry opportunities both internally and externally (including potential screen tourism offerings).</li><li> Advise on best work practices and review the necessary paperwork ensuring that filming activity is carried out in a professional, safe, sensitive and sustainable manner.</li></ul><p>And any other tasks, reasonably requested by your line manager.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential professional and technical experience</strong></p><ul><li> Strong understanding of managing the changeable needs of a production or crew and their operational, creative and logistical requirements.</li><li> Experience of negotiating fees and contracts, managing budgets and working to income generation targets.</li><li> A strong set of industry contacts to help promote and establish Forestry England locations within the sector.</li><li> Good working knowledge of copyright law with reference to film, photography and TV work.</li><li> Able to advise senior leaders and colleagues across departments on specialist commercial opportunities, and how to make the most of them.</li><li> Able to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li> Comfortable independently managing competing priorities across multiple national locations; and timescales.</li><li> Excellent communication and decision-making skills, with a solution-focused approach.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable professional and technical experience</strong></p><ul><li> An understanding of the ecological, environmental and recreation impacts of filming/ photography crews, and how to minimise and mitigate this.</li><li> A good creative eye and photography experience, helping to identify potential locations and develop further our portfolio.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>To be confirmed.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £48,765, Forestry Commission contributes £14,127 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><strong>Benefits…</strong></p><p>Alongside your salary, Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension. You will become a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">Pension Scheme.</a></p><ul><li>25 days holiday a year, raising by one day every year’s service, up to 30 days (pro-rated for part time employees) plus additional days off such as bank holidays.</li><li>STaR is our employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday supermarket shopping, as well as other things such as hotel stays clothes, mobile phones, other electrical items, medical and car insurance, holidays, gym discounts, household bills, Headspace wellbeing app.</li><li>free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to our National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury.</li><li>a commitment to lifelong learning through career development. Forestry England will support your career development in a variety of ways, including continual professional development, support for individual learning plans and sponsored membership of professional bodies.</li></ul><p>Read more about the benefits on the <a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/forestry-england-benefits" target="_blank">Forestry England website.</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, Experience and Technical skills.<p><strong>How to apply…</strong></p><p>You will be asked to write a 200 word statement on your relevant experience and career history, along with a personal statement of no more than 500 words. You will be assessed on both during sifting. More details about how to apply are listed on the application form. </p><p>You will be assessed on a technical skill, experience and strength based questions during your interview. </p><p> The <a href="http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles." target="_blank">Behaviours</a> being assessed at interview are – </p><ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture </li><li>Changing and Improving </li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p>First interviews will take place on 12th February. This date is subject to change. </p><p>Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and the government <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard </a>check.</p><p>If you require any reasonable adjustments, please email <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a>.</p><p>If you're planning to use AI to support your application, please ensure you've read our guidelines <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">here first.</a><a href="https://jobs.forestryengland.uk/members/modules/jobV2/jedit2.php" target="_blank"></a></p><p>Read more about our <a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/article/careers-faqs#text-191896" target="_blank">application process and working with us</a> on the <a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/article/careers-faqs" target="_blank">Forestry England website.</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.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 : FC Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of appointment on the basis of fair and open competition and appointment on merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact FCE by email: <a href="mailto:englandhr.services@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">englandhr.services@forestryengland.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission, which regulates all Civil Service recruitment.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNTAmdmVyaWZ5PTYzMDQ0ZTkwM2JiZmI0YTM5MDE1N2U3OWI0ODgwMTFiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyOTk4LTgzOGU0MTA1ZTA0ODJhODU4N2M2MjVlYzMzZmE2MWYzNzIzNjQ1MTA=" target="_blank">Forestry England Job Description - National Locations Manager (PB3) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 135kB)

Forestry Commission

National Locations Manager (Maternity Cover)

Workplace Coordinator

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Planning Inspectorate's Strategy Team (part of the Finance, Commercial and Business Support Unit) leads effective strategy management and supports informed decision‑making. The team ensures strong organisational plans are in place and provides clear insight to help drive delivery across the organisation.</p><p>We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to lead our key governance cycles, including the development and monitoring of the annual business plan and the production of the annual report and accounts. You will bring an understanding of business planning and reporting, a commitment to high‑quality outputs, and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. We look forward to receiving your application. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Coordinating the development and delivery of the annual business plan, bringing teams together to shape clear and ambitious priorities<br><br></li><li>Tracking progress against strategic and business plan commitments, ensuring the organisation stays on course<br><br></li><li>Leading the end‑to‑end production of the Annual Report and Accounts, delivering high‑quality, accurate, and impactful outputs<br><br></li><li>Facilitating workshops and strategy sessions that spark collaboration, insight, and shared understanding across the organisation<br><br></li><li>Gathering, reviewing, and refining content to strengthen planning and reporting, ensuring information is clear, consistent, and meaningful<br><br></li><li>Managing annual governance cycles and project timelines, keeping activity running smoothly and driving momentum throughout the year</li></ul><br><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. Internal rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest </p><p>This role is being advertised at £46,689 Senior Executive Officer Grade. <br><br></p><p><strong>Working hours: </strong></p><p>Standard working week is 37 hours, flexible working hours policy available </p><p>Part time at 22.2 hours or above, flexible working hours policy available <br><br></p><p>The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people’s lives, the communities where they live and the economy. </p><p>We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services. <br><br></p><p><br><br></p><p>For further information on the Planning Inspectorate, please visit our careers page at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/pins-hub/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a><br><br></p><p><strong>Office Attendance</strong></p><p>This role is contractually based in Bristol, 10 minute walk from Temple Meads train station. We recognise and value the mutual benefits of hybrid working and have a flexible approach to in person attendance, which can vary dependent on the requirements of individual business units - the details of which can be discussed with candidates if invited to attend an interview. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>We will assess your application against the Essential Criteria and </strong><strong>Success Profile elements listed: </strong><br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience and knowledge of the annual report and accounts production cycle, including the requirements of Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)<br><br></li></ul><ul><li>Experience and knowledge of the business planning cycle <br><br></li></ul><ul><li>Experience in managing competing priorities with sound judgement, coordinating projects, and organising work to deliver accurate outputs on time. <br></li></ul><ul><li>Experience of clear communication with different audiences, producing accurate written information, reviewing content carefully, and working collaboratively to build positive relationships and meet shared deadlines. <br></li></ul><ul><li>Experience of analysing information to understand issues, assess options and support decisions, including resolving complex problems and using Microsoft Office tools confidently <br></li></ul><ul><li>Experience of handling sensitive information, awareness of information management legislation.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong>: </p><ul><li>Experience using InDesign or other equivalent software </li></ul><ul><li>Relevant qualifications (project management, administration). </li></ul><p>For guidance on how to structure your application please visit: <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank"><strong>About the application process , Civil Service Careers</strong></a></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,689, Planning Inspectorate contributes £13,525 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>Flexible working options, including flexi-time, part-time, compressed hours and home working if suitable for the role. </li></ul><ul><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity. </li></ul><ul><li>25 days annual leave increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years, plus 1 privilege day to mark the King’s birthday. In addition to the normal bank holidays. </li></ul><ul><li>Generous family friendly policies. </li></ul><ul><li>Fast and modern IT kit which utilises Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, enabling seamless working from home and collaboration across teams. </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, Strengths and Experience.<p><strong>Application </strong><br><br></p><p>Complete the online application form on Civil Service Jobs which requires the following information: <br></p><ul><li><strong>A CV: </strong>The CV section lets you share your job history. List your jobs, how long you worked at each, and briefly describe your roles and duties. Make sure to show how your experience matches the essential criteria of the job you're applying for. Type or paste this information into the 'Employment History' box in the online application. You can't attach your CV. <br></li><li><strong>Write a Personal Statement answering the following questions</strong>:</li></ul><ol><li>Please describe a time when you evaluated data or information to make a decision. Briefly outline the situation, what you analysed, the decision you made, and the outcome. (250 Words) <br><br></li><li>Please tell us about a time when you brought people or teams together to work collaboratively while managing competing deadlines. Include the context, what you did to engage others, and the outcome. (250 Words)</li></ol><p>If there are many applications, we might use a lead sift. This means we'll first check if you meet the key requirement listed below. If you don't, we won't review the rest of your application. <br><br></p><ul><li>Experience and knowledge of the annual report and accounts production cycle, including the requirements of Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)<br><br></li></ul><p>All shortlisted candidates will be advised of the outcome shortly afterwards. </p><p><strong>Interview </strong></p><p>If you are shortlisted, you will: </p><ul><li>Be asked to attend an interview to have a more in-depth discussion about your experience and suitability for the role </li></ul><ul><li>Interviews will be a blend of behaviour, strength, and experience questions </li></ul><ul><li>Need to prepare and deliver a presentation <br></li></ul><p>Candidates who pass the shortlist stage will receive full assessment details with their interview invitations. <br><br></p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p><strong>Shortlist Date: </strong><strong>w/c 26 January 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Interview Date: w/c 9 February 2026</strong><br><br></p><p>Interviews will be held at The Planning Inspectorate, Bristol, further details will be sent with the invite to interview. <br><br></p><p>The Planning Inspectorate does not fund travel and subsistence for candidates to attend interviews.</p><p><strong>Reserve list</strong></p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made. <br><br></p><p><strong>Future Matches</strong></p><p>Candidates who demonstrate strong potential and future readiness but score just below the required level at interview may be considered for alternative positions. These roles may be at a lower grade but align with their skills and offer opportunities for growth. <br></p><p><strong>Merit list order</strong></p><p>We appoint in merit list order, starting with any permanent appointments followed by any fixed term appointments. <br><br></p><p>We encourage all candidates to make themselves familiar with the role and what we will be assessing you against which is detailed in the Person Specification. <br></p><p><strong>ID and Documents</strong></p><p>If the job needs specific qualifications or memberships and you get the job, you'll need to send scanned or photographed images of them before you start. </p><p>We must check that any successful candidates are allowed to work for the Civil Service before we employ them. If successful, you will be asked to do a right to work check using identity document validation technology (IDVT) through the services of an Identity Service Provider (IDSP), Civil Service Jobs. If we are unable to confirm your right to work and through the IDVT we will need to do a manual right to work check using original documents with you in person. <br><br></p><p><strong>Visa Sponsorship</strong></p><p>The Planning Inspectorate cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates, we do not hold a Visa sponsorship licence. <br></p><p><strong>Disability Confident Interview scheme/Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>The Civil Service values diversity and offers equal opportunities. We have a Disability Confident Interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the job's minimum criteria. We will also provide reasonable adjustments to all where possible. For more information please see <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers</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.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 : Brenda McCarthy</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Pins.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pins.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Pins.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pins.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>For jobs with different grades or different contract types, ask as appropriate <br>For our continuous improvement, please can you state where you saw this vacancy advertised? <br><br>If it was online - please state which website. Thank you<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczOTYmdmVyaWZ5PWY1NDFmYWVlMWZlYzVjNWU3MTA0NWQxMzhmYjA5ZWY3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNTg3LTEwNjFhZmQ1MjhiZjkyYmE5NWYwZDI5MTI3NTAyMTkyYjJiNTczZDQ=" target="_blank">EVP(Great_Place_To_Work) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 534kB)

Strategic Planning and Performance Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We’re responsible for Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax. Our work raises revenue to support public services, like the NHS and schools, in communities across Wales. But that’s not all, we're also involved with and support future tax design for Wales. </p><p><strong>Join a place with purpose</strong><br>You’ll join a team of 100+ talented people from across 14 different professions. Our culture is best described as innovative, collaborative and kind. By working together, we’ll deliver a fair tax system for Wales. </p><p><strong>Our people</strong><br>You’ll be working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experience. From Operations, Policy, Digital and Data, HR, Communications to Finance – there’s a place for you in our friendly team. </p><p><strong>You’ll be our greatest asset</strong></p><p>You’ll be joining an inclusive organisation and be part of a team where you can thrive, be rewarded and heard. </p><p>We’re recognised as one of the top organisations for people engagement in the Civil Service People Survey. Inclusion and fairness are one of our strongest areas, as well as pay and benefits – our <a href="https://gov.wales/welsh-revenue-authority-people-survey-results" target="_blank">People Survey</a> results say it all!</p><p>We’re also recognised for being innovative and a digital, ‘cloud-based’ organisation that supports hybrid and flexible working enabling a great work-life balance. </p><p>More about <a href="https://www.gov.wales/welsh-revenue-authority/working-for-us" target="_blank">working for us</a>, our roles and <a href="https://www.gov.wales/welsh-revenue-authority-corporate-plan-2025-2028-html" target="_blank">our Corporate Plan 2025 - 2028 </a>.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The role has been developed to incorporate changes within WRA and its areas of business. This post is expected to take the lead on the preparation of the final accounts and preparation of management reports. These changes are creating new opportunities within the team and new areas for development. It is an exciting time to join WRA as we look to take on Visitor Levy/National Registration in addition to the tax collection.</p><p>“Working at the WRA has been a breath of fresh air from day one. It is exciting to be part of a new tax authority in Wales responsible for collecting and managing the first devolved taxes, helping to support Welsh public services. The WRA has provided me with the opportunities to develop and utilise my finance and leadership skills in an organisation committed to supporting the process of delivering a fair tax system for Wales. We are a small, close-knit team of specialist individuals who support each other and the wider organisation to provide the best possible service for our taxpayers. Since joining in 2019, I have never looked back and would recommend anyone looking for a new and exciting opportunity look no further than the WRA.” </p><p><strong>Stephen Cooper, Finance Manager</strong></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Key Tasks</strong></p><ul><li>To prepare and manage budgetary procedures and forecasts for the corporate budget including the Spending Review.</li><li>Prepare and manage the in year monthly forecasts and returns</li><li>To be responsible for the preparation/delivery of the performance reporting information in a timely manner for Board/ARAC/TA/AO meetings.</li><li>To continuously work/improve the processes within the finance team.</li><li>To assist G7 with the development and rollout of the payment service owner responsibilities</li><li>Manage and support the Head of Finance to develop accounting policies for the WRA.</li><li>To assist in managing/developing cross functional activities and timetables to ensure the delivery of all reporting activities across both Corporate and Tax finance systems. </li><li>To collaboratively work to ensure the integrity of the accounting processes and procedures in the finance system.</li><li>To ensure that all financial activity adheres to financial regulation, legal and governance requirements for the WRA and that any changes to accounting policy is implemented.</li><li>Prepare input for the draft annual accounts for the WRA and the appropriate Tax Statement for Welsh taxes collected. Responsible for overseeing, collation and submitting of all required evidence. Stakeholder engagement with Audit Wales. To assist in the development and maintenance of the cash forecast process for cash drawn down with Welsh Treasury</li><li>To cover for SEO (systems) as/when required</li><li>To deputise for Head of Finance in times of absence.</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate information session</strong></p><p>If this seems like a role you’d be interested in, join us for our virtual Candidate Information Sessions. You’ll meet the Line Manager, get an overview of the role as well a feeling for what it’s like to work at the WRA. We’ll also talk through our benefits and provide helpful tips for your application with us. Please register for one of the sessions below:</p><p><strong><em>20 January 2026 at 12.30pm - Register here: </em></strong><a href="https://wales.business-events.org.uk/en/events/candidate-information-session-senior-finance-manager--2/" target="_blank">Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Finance Manager</a></p><p><strong><em>20 January 2026 at 4.00pm - Register here: </em></strong><a href="https://wales.business-events.org.uk/en/events/candidate-information-session-senior-finance-manager--3/" target="_blank">Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Finance Manager</a></p><h4>Qualifications</h4>Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies qualified accountant or actively working towards the qualification, with the expectation to achieve full qualification within three years of appointment.<h4>Languages</h4>We’ve undertaken an objective assessment of the Welsh language skills needed to undertake the duties of this role. For this role:<br><br>Welsh language skillsWelsh skills are not essential. This means that you do not need Welsh language skills to undertake this role and these skills won’t be assessed during the recruitment process. However, we actively encourage all staff to learn, or improve their Welsh language skills and offer a range of opportunities to suit everyone.<h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £47,675, Welsh Revenue Authority contributes £13,811 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><strong>What we offer</strong></p><ul><li>31 days annual leave + Bank holidays, and 2 Privilege days</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working</li><li>Generous employer <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/thinking-of-joining-the-civil-service/" target="_blank">pension schemes</a> with a contribution of upto 28.97%</li><li>Tusker car scheme</li><li>Vivup Cycle2Work and advances of salary for season Travel Tickets</li><li>Lifestyle Benefits offering discounts on shopping, restaurants and entertainment</li><li>Wellbeing hour each week</li><li>Access to subsidised sports groups</li><li>Generous family-friendly leave policies</li><li>Free Welsh language courses and time off to learn</li><li>Access to a range of staff diversity networks</li><li> Free counselling and support service via our Vivup Employee Assistance Programme and Your Care Health platform</li><li>A thriving culture that’s described as innovative, collaborative and kind</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>We’ll always be clear about how we assess your application, at each stage of the process. This will usually include: </p><ul><li>Assessment of your Application Form and CV against the relevant Success Criteria</li><li>A panel interview (if you’re successful at the initial sift stage)</li><li>If any additional assessments are needed for this role, such as a test or presentation at interview, we’ll let you know in advance. </li><li> Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift will be conducted using the lead behaviour, <strong>Changing and Improving</strong>.</li></ul><p>We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Leader so we’ll ask you if you need any adjustments at each stage of the recruitment process. So that we can support you in a way that works for you, we’ll offer a pre-interview accessibility chat to anyone that declares a disability or needs any adjustments. This will take place with someone who is independent of the recruitment process and you won’t be placed at any disadvantage as a result of needing adjustments.</p><p>Whilst the use of Generative AI (GenAI) isn’t prohibited, it must be used carefully and your application must be factually accurate. It should be noted that presenting ideas and experience generated by artificial intelligence as your own, may be considered plagiarism.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for this role for applicants that have scored above the appointable threshold at interview. This means that if a similar vacancy becomes available in the next 12 months we may contact you to offer you the role.</p><h4><strong>Success criteria</strong></h4><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p><strong>Criteria</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed in personal statement and CV</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed during interview or assessment</strong></p><p><strong>Seeing the Bigger Picture</strong></p><p>Align activities to contribute to wider organisational priorities</p><p>Yes </p><p>No</p><p><strong>Changing and improving</strong></p><p>Work with others to identify areas for improvement and simplify processes to use fewer resources</p><p>Yes </p><p>Yes </p><p><strong>Working Together</strong></p><p>Establish professional relationships with a range of stakeholders</p><p>No</p><p>Yes </p><p><strong>Strengths</strong></p><p><strong>Criteria</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed in personal statement and CV</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed during interview or assessment</strong></p><p><strong>Adaptable</strong></p><p>You can adapt to variations in work or environment. Your effectiveness is not affected by change. You are flexible and versatile. You act as an advocate for change.</p><p>No</p><p>Yes</p><p><strong>Team Player</strong></p><p>You work well as part of a team and strive to ensure the team pulls together and is effective.</p><p>No</p><p>Yes</p><p><strong>Strategic</strong></p><p>You look at the big picture. You consider the wider factors and long term implications of decisions</p><p>No</p><p>Yes</p><br><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Criteria </strong></p><p><strong>Assessed in personal statement and CV</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed during interview or assessment</strong></p><p>Experience of Public Sector finance</p><p>Yes </p><p>Yes </p><br><p><strong>Technical knowledge </strong></p><p><strong>Criteria </strong></p><p><strong>Assessed in personal statement and CV</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed during interview or assessment</strong></p><p>Knowledge and experience using and improving finance systems to streamline processes and procedures.</p><p>Yes</p><p>Yes</p><br><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>Criteria</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed in personal statement and CV</strong></p><p><strong>Assessed during interview or assessment</strong></p><p>Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies qualified accountant or actively working towards the qualification, with the expectation to achieve full qualification within three years of appointment.</p><p>Yes </p><p>No</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>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 : WRA Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@wra.gov.wales" target="_blank">Recruitment@wra.gov.wales</a></li><li>Telephone : 03000254000</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@wra.gov.wales" target="_blank">Recruitment@wra.gov.wales</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. See the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles where this is set out.<br>If you feel your application has not been treated in line with the recruitment principles, and you wish to complain, you should contact the Head of HR.<br>Email: <a href="mailto:hr@wra.gov.wales" target="_blank">hr@wra.gov.wales</a><br>If you’re not satisfied with our response, 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=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNTcmdmVyaWZ5PTgwYTVlOTBhMjMyYjcwODVlY2ZkNjI3YjQ2ZDIwODExJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNTE2LTU1MGY3MTc4NjA5MGEyODg2NzMwYTRjNzliMzIyMjVmZTQwNDE2NTk=" target="_blank">Job Description - Senior Finance Manager - Final - EN Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 311kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNTgmdmVyaWZ5PTQwZjQ5MDE2MDE3YzNlY2JhNDg4NThiNmE5NmY2MTFmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNTE2LTU1MGY3MTc4NjA5MGEyODg2NzMwYTRjNzliMzIyMjVmZTQwNDE2NTk=" target="_blank">Disgrifiad swydd - Uwch Reolwr Cyllid -cy_gb (1) FINAL Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 307kB)

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<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Join the Productivity and Workforce Planning Team – part of our newly established Delivery, Productivity &amp; Workforce function. This team bring a strategic, cross-cutting approach to planning, reporting, continuous improvement, and centralised services, ensuring the Planning Inspectorate operates efficiently and effectively to deliver high-quality decisions for communities across England. </p><p>Our team is made up of three key areas: Process and Productivity, Resource &amp; Workforce Planning, and the Operational Delivery Profession.</p><p>As an Operational Delivery Profession Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of operational delivery within the organisation. Working closely with the Operational Delivery Profession Manager, you will help develop and promote professional skills, networks, and capability across our Service Areas. </p><p>This is an opportunity to make a real impact – supporting colleagues’ career development, fostering best practice, and building a robust professional community that underpins excellent public service. You’ll champion continuous improvement, drive professional growth, and help embed a culture of excellence across the organisation. </p><p>If you’re ready to influence smarter ways of working and contribute to outcomes that matter, we’d love to hear from you. </p><p><strong>Be part of the Operational Delivery Profession (ODP)</strong></p><p>This role is part of the Operational Delivery Profession – the largest profession in the Civil Service, with over 290,000 members. ODP professionals are the public face of government, delivering essential services to millions of people every day. As a member of this profession, you’ll have access to a wide range of development opportunities, a supportive community, and a clear framework to grow your career.</p><p>To learn more about the Operational Delivery Profession, visit <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/professions/working-in-operational-delivery/" target="_blank">Working in Operational Delivery , Civil Service Careers</a></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We’re looking for motivated individuals with excellent communication, networking, and influencing skills. You’ll be confident engaging with others and supporting communities of practice, bringing energy and enthusiasm to everything you do. A proactive, resilient, and solutions focused mindset is key, along with the ability to advocate for change and approach challenges positively. </p><p>If you enjoy building relationships, finding practical solutions, and helping people see the benefits of professional development, this is your chance to make a real impact.</p><p>In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in supporting the Operational Delivery Profession Manager to strengthen and grow the Government Operational Delivery Profession. Your work will be varied and rewarding - developing and promoting professional development pathways, supporting communities of practice, and helping colleagues access learning and career opportunities. </p><p>You’ll collaborate with people at all levels, building networks and sharing best practice, while creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to develop and succeed. The role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring you to balance planning and coordination with practical delivery, such as organising events and producing accessible resources.</p><p>You’ll join a friendly, inclusive, and supportive team at an exciting time of growth and change. If you’re ready to influence how we work, drive positive change, and contribute to outcomes that matte.</p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. Internal rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest. </p><p>This role is being advertised at HEO grade. </p><p><strong>Working hours:</strong></p><p>Standard working week is 37 hours, flexible working hours policy available.</p><p>Part time at 30 hours or above, flexible working hours policy available. </p><p>The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people’s lives, the communities where they live and the economy.</p><p>We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services. </p><p></p><p>For further information on the Planning Inspectorate, please visit our careers page at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/pins-hub/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a></p><p><strong>Office Attendance</strong></p><p>This role is contractually based in Bristol, just a 10 minute walk from Temple Meads train station. We recognise and value the mutual benefits of hybrid working and have a flexible approach to in person attendance, which can vary dependent on the requirements of individual business units - the details of which can be discussed with candidates if invited to attend an interview.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>We will assess your application against the Essential Criteria listed: </strong></p><p><strong>Essential Criteria </strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of identifying capability gaps.</li><li>Experience in supporting and promoting professional development pathways, such as helping colleagues access learning opportunities or career progression routes.</li><li>Experience of helping to arrange and facilitate meetings, action learning sets or similar. </li><li>Experience of communicating clearly, influencing effectively, and working with stakeholders at all levels, including employees and senior leaders.</li><li>Experience of building effective working relationships with excellent negotiating and influencing skills and the ability to secure agreement to solutions. </li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria </strong></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Civil Service Operational Delivery Profession </li><li>Coaching skills </li><li>Experience of managing and supporting change or projects </li><li>Experience of building professional networks </li></ul><p>For guidance on how to structure your application please visit: <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank"><strong>About the application process , Civil Service Careers</strong></a></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £37,579, Planning Inspectorate contributes £10,886 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>Flexible working options, including flexi-time, part-time, compressed hours and home working if suitable for the role.</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity.</li><li>25 days annual leave increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years, plus 1 privilege day to mark the King’s birthday. In addition to the normal bank holidays.</li><li>Generous family friendly policies.</li><li>Fast and modern IT kit which utilises Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, enabling seamless working from home and collaboration across teams.</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, Strengths and Experience.<p><strong>Application</strong></p><p>Complete the online application form on Civil Service Jobs which requires the following information: </p><ul><li><strong>A CV: </strong>The CV section lets you share your job history. List your jobs, how long you worked at each, and briefly describe your roles and duties. Make sure to show how your experience matches the essential criteria of the job you're applying for. Type or paste this information into the 'Employment History' box in the online application. You can't attach your CV.</li><li><strong>A Personal Statement (1000 words max):</strong> The personal statement lets you explain why you're a good fit for the job in more detail. Use it to show how you meet the essential criteria listed in our advert. </li></ul><p>If there are many applications, we might use a lead sift. This means we'll first check if you meet the key requirement listed below. If you don't, we won't review the rest of your application. </p><ul><li><strong>Experience in supporting and promoting professional development pathways, such as helping colleagues access learning opportunities or career progression routes.</strong></li></ul><p>All shortlisted candidates will be advised of the outcome shortly afterwards.</p><p><strong>Interview </strong></p><p>If you are shortlisted, you will:</p><ul><li>Be asked to attend an interview to have a more in-depth discussion about your experience and suitability for the role</li><li>Interviews will be a blend of behaviour, strength and experience questions </li></ul><p>Candidates who pass the shortlist stage will receive full assessment details with their interview invitations. </p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p><strong>Shortlist Date: w/c 26th January 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Interview Date: w/c 9th February 2026</strong></p><p>Interviews will be held at The Planning Inspectorate, Bristol, further details will be sent with the invite to interview. </p><p>The Planning Inspectorate does not fund travel and subsistence for candidates to attend interviews. </p><p><strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment</strong></p><p>The Civil Service Careers site has published a new page for candidates, covering what they should consider before using AI in their applications or interviews. Please click on the link below:</p><p><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fservice.us17.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Ddafd0441cc28ff6710e84b08f%26id%3D104a1fd4e6%26e%3D7cf768d66b&amp;data=05%7C02%7CPINS.Recruitment%40planninginspectorate.gov.uk%7C76a0733bf22540a36ad408ddbe23a4cd%7C5878df986f8848ab9322998ce557088d%7C0%7C0%7C638875782545377423%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=meuYD9RtYYE3a%2BWaaVrLETl03LQ3nyPgzZsPKrK5Fe8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment</a></p><p><strong>Reserve list</strong></p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made. </p><p><strong>Future Matches</strong></p><p>Candidates who demonstrate strong potential and future readiness but score just below the required level at interview may be considered for alternative positions. These roles may be at a lower grade but align with their skills and offer opportunities for growth. </p><p>We encourage all candidates to make themselves familiar with the role and what we will be assessing you against which is detailed in the Person Specification. </p><p><strong>ID and Documents</strong></p><p>If the job needs specific qualifications or memberships and you get the job, you'll need to send scanned or photographed images of them before you start.</p><p>We must check that any successful candidates are allowed to work for the Civil Service before we employ them. If successful, you will be asked to do a right to work check using identity document validation technology (IDVT) through the services of an Identity Service Provider (IDSP), Civil Service Jobs. If we are unable to confirm your right to work and through the IDVT we will need to do a manual right to work check using original documents with you in person. </p><p><strong>Visa Sponsorship</strong></p><p>The Planning Inspectorate cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates, we do not hold a Visa sponsorship licence. </p><p><strong>Disability Confident Interview scheme/Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>The Civil Service values diversity and offers equal opportunities. We have a Disability Confident Interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the job's minimum criteria. We will also provide reasonable adjustments to all where possible. For more information please see <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers</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.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 : Sam Pusar</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact in the first instance: The Vacancy Manager via the Recruitment Team (<a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a>). <br>If you are not satisfied with the response, you receive you should then contact, Chief People Officer, via the Recruitment Team (<a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a>).<br>If you are still not satisfied with the response you receive from the Planning Inspectorate, you can contact the Office of the Civil Service Commission. <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitme…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczODEmdmVyaWZ5PWZhZTE0MWVlZDY0OGQ5NGZmNjIxNGUxYmE2OTAzOTQ5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMzY1LTUzYjQ4MGViNWZkYjdkMDQ0ODAwOTY3ODIwNDhmNWI0NDcxNmNkNzA=" target="_blank">EVP(Great_Place_To_Work) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 534kB)

Operational Delivery Profession Officer

Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

HR Implementation Lead

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Associate End User Computing Engineer

Estates Contract and Procurement Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Join the Productivity and Workforce Planning Team – part of our newly established Delivery, Productivity &amp; Workforce function. This team brings a strategic, cross-cutting approach to planning, reporting, continuous improvement, and centralised services, ensuring the Planning Inspectorate operates efficiently and effectively to deliver high-quality decisions for communities across England. </p><p>Our team is made up of three key areas: Process and Productivity, Resource &amp; Workforce Planning, and the Operational Delivery Profession. As a Process and Productivity Officer, you’ll work closely with the Process and Productivity Manager to help define and drive our strategic approach to productivity. You’ll champion best practice, develop standardised operating procedures, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. </p><p>This is your chance to join a team passionate about making a real difference to how we work and the services we deliver. You’ll champion continuous improvement, drive professional growth, and help embed a culture of excellence across the organisation. </p><p>If you’re ready to influence smarter ways of working and contribute to outcomes that matter, we’d love to hear from you. </p><p><strong>Be part of the Operational Delivery Profession (ODP)</strong></p><p>This role is part of the Operational Delivery Profession – the largest profession in the Civil Service, with over 290,000 members. ODP professionals are the public face of government, delivering essential services to millions of people every day. As a member of this profession, you’ll have access to a wide range of development opportunities, a supportive community, and a clear framework to grow your career. </p><p>To learn more about the Operational Delivery Profession, visit <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/professions/working-in-operational-delivery/" target="_blank">Working in Operational Delivery , Civil Service Careers</a></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We’re looking for someone with experience in managing and delivering improvement projects within complex organisations. You’ll be comfortable working at pace and navigating ambiguity, with the confidence to communicate effectively across a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders. </p><p>Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with others to deliver results, using your analytical skills to interpret data and inform decisions. We value individuals who are proactive, motivated, and positive in their approach, who can inspire those around them and contribute to a supportive and inclusive team culture. </p><p>If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy working as part of a team, and are committed to personal and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you. </p><p>In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in supporting the Process and Productivity Manager to shape and implement our strategic approach to productivity. Your work will be varied and rewarding—developing and embedding standard operating procedures, supporting the measurement and monitoring of productivity, and championing continuous improvement across the organisation. </p><p>You’ll collaborate with colleagues at all levels, building networks and sharing best practice, while creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute and succeed. The role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring you to balance big-picture thinking with practical delivery. </p><p>You’ll join a friendly, inclusive, and supportive team at an exciting time of growth and change. If you’re ready to influence how we work, drive positive change, and contribute to outcomes that matter, we look forward to receiving your application.</p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. Internal rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest. </p><p>This role is being advertised at HEO Grade. </p><p><strong>Working hours:</strong></p><p>Standard working week is 37 hours, flexible working hours policy available.</p><p>Part time at 30 hours or above, flexible working hours policy available. </p><p>The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people’s lives, the communities where they live and the economy.</p><p>We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services. </p><p></p><p>For further information on the Planning Inspectorate, please visit our careers page at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/pins-hub/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a></p><p><strong>Office Attendance</strong></p><p>This role is contractually based in Bristol, just a 10 minute walk from Temple Meads train station. We recognise and value the mutual benefits of hybrid working and have a flexible approach to in person attendance, which can vary dependent on the requirements of individual business units - the details of which can be discussed with candidates if invited to attend an interview.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>We will assess your application against the Essential Criteria listed: </strong></p><p><strong>Essential Criteria </strong></p><ul><li>Experience of managing and delivering improvement projects in an organisation. </li><li>Experience of using data to drive outcomes. </li><li>Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques and experience of using these tools to improve productivity. </li><li>Experience of communicating clearly, influencing effectively, and working with stakeholders at all levels, including employees and senior leaders.</li><li>Experience of building effective working relationships with excellent negotiating and influencing skills and the ability to secure agreement to solutions.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria </strong></p><ul><li>Experience of drafting, embedding and using Standard Operating Procedures. </li><li>Experience of benchmarking and setting performance targets. </li><li>Experience of working with consultants. </li><li>Experience of coaching and supporting other leaders </li></ul><p>For guidance on how to structure your application please visit: <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank"><strong>About the application process , Civil Service Careers</strong></a></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £37,579, Planning Inspectorate contributes £10,886 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>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><strong>Application</strong></p><p>Complete the online application form on Civil Service Jobs which requires the following information: </p><ul><li><strong>A CV: </strong>The CV section lets you share your job history. List your jobs, how long you worked at each, and briefly describe your roles and duties. Make sure to show how your experience matches the essential criteria of the job you're applying for. Type or paste this information into the 'Employment History' box in the online application. You can't attach your CV.</li><li><strong>A Personal Statement (1000 words max):</strong> The personal statement lets you explain why you're a good fit for the job in more detail. Use it to show how you meet the essential criteria listed in our advert. </li></ul><p>If there are many applications, we might use a lead sift. This means we'll first check if you meet the key requirement listed below. If you don't, we won't review the rest of your application. </p><ul><li><strong>Experience of managing and delivering improvement projects in an organisation. </strong></li></ul><p>All shortlisted candidates will be advised of the outcome shortly afterwards.</p><p><strong>Interview </strong></p><p>If you are shortlisted, you will:</p><ul><li>Be asked to attend an interview to have a more in-depth discussion about your experience and suitability for the role.</li><li>Interviews will be a blend of behaviour, strength and experience questions. </li></ul><p>Candidates who pass the shortlist stage will receive full assessment details with their interview invitations. </p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p><strong>Shortlist Date: w/c 26th January 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Interview Date: w/c 9th February 2026</strong></p><p>Interviews will be held at The Planning Inspectorate, Bristol, further details will be sent with the invite to interview. </p><p>The Planning Inspectorate does not fund travel and subsistence for candidates to attend interviews. </p><p><strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment</strong></p><p>The Civil Service Careers site has published a new page for candidates, covering what they should consider before using AI in their applications or interviews. Please click on the link below:</p><p><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fservice.us17.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Ddafd0441cc28ff6710e84b08f%26id%3D104a1fd4e6%26e%3D7cf768d66b&amp;data=05%7C02%7CPINS.Recruitment%40planninginspectorate.gov.uk%7C76a0733bf22540a36ad408ddbe23a4cd%7C5878df986f8848ab9322998ce557088d%7C0%7C0%7C638875782545377423%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=meuYD9RtYYE3a%2BWaaVrLETl03LQ3nyPgzZsPKrK5Fe8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment</a></p><p><strong>Reserve list</strong></p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made. </p><p><strong>Future Matches</strong></p><p>Candidates who demonstrate strong potential and future readiness but score just below the required level at interview may be considered for alternative positions. These roles may be at a lower grade but align with their skills and offer opportunities for growth. </p><p>We encourage all candidates to make themselves familiar with the role and what we will be assessing you against which is detailed in the Person Specification. </p><p><strong>ID and Documents</strong></p><p>If the job needs specific qualifications or memberships and you get the job, you'll need to send scanned or photographed images of them before you start.</p><p>We must check that any successful candidates are allowed to work for the Civil Service before we employ them. If successful, you will be asked to do a right to work check using identity document validation technology (IDVT) through the services of an Identity Service Provider (IDSP), Civil Service Jobs. If we are unable to confirm your right to work and through the IDVT we will need to do a manual right to work check using original documents with you in person. </p><p><strong>Visa Sponsorship</strong></p><p>The Planning Inspectorate cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates, we do not hold a Visa sponsorship licence. </p><p><strong>Disability Confident Interview scheme/Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>The Civil Service values diversity and offers equal opportunities. We have a Disability Confident Interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the job's minimum criteria. We will also provide reasonable adjustments to all where possible. For more information please see <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers</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.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 : Kirsty Aysu</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact in the first instance: The Vacancy Manager via the Recruitment Team (<a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a>). <br>If you are not satisfied with the response, you receive you should then contact, Chief People Officer, via the Recruitment Team (<a href="mailto:PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk" target="_blank">PINS.Recruitment@planninginspectorate.gov.uk</a>).<br>If you are still not satisfied with the response you receive from the Planning Inspectorate, you can contact the Office of the Civil Service Commission. <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitme…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczODQmdmVyaWZ5PTg4MGJhNTc2ZGM0ZWU2MjMzNWQwMWRkM2RiMDYxOGU2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMzg0LTVmMDMyNWM2Njk2MThmMWIyNThlYjUwOWM0OTZiZTU2ZjdmYTgzNTM=" target="_blank">EVP(Great_Place_To_Work) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 534kB)

Process and Productivity Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Join the Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS)</strong></p><p>Be part of the frontline protecting the UK’s most critical Defence sites. Play a vital role in national security. </p><p>At the Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS), we safeguard the UK’s Defence estate, protecting personnel, assets, and critical locations from crime, terrorism, espionage, and sabotage. Our Gold Standard Security Service is built on professionalism, trust, and excellence— and we’re looking for dedicated Security Officers to join us. </p><p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS) provides high-quality security services at over 170 MOD sites across the UK, including high-profile locations such as MOD Main Building in London, Whitehall, and His Majesty’s Naval Bases in Portsmouth, Devonport, and the Clyde. </p><p><strong>Why Join Us? </strong></p><ul><li><strong>A meaningful career –</strong> Play a crucial role in national security and defence. </li><li><strong>Career development –</strong> Access specialist training, funded qualifications, and internal progression opportunities. </li><li><strong>Job security –</strong> Be part of a well-established organisation with over 30 years of service. </li><li><strong>A strong team culture – </strong>Work alongside professionals who value integrity, vigilance, professionalism, helpfulness, and teamwork. </li></ul><p><strong>Our Vision &amp; Values</strong></p><p>Our goal is to be recognised as an outstanding provider of security services, guided by our core values: </p><ul><li><strong>Integrity –</strong> Always do the right thing, treat others fairly. </li><li><strong>Vigilance &amp; Preparedness –</strong> Stay alert, ready to respond. </li><li><strong>Professionalism –</strong> Maintain high standards, continuously improve. </li><li><strong>Helpfulness – </strong>Provide excellent service, leave a positive impression. </li><li><strong>Teamwork –</strong> Work collaboratively, support colleagues, and protect Defence. </li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>As a Security Officer, you will: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Ensure site safety and security –</strong> Protect Defence personnel, visitors, and property. </li><li><strong>Conduct patrols –</strong> Monitor designated areas on foot or by vehicle, ensuring compliance with security protocols. </li><li><strong>Control access –</strong> Check credentials, issue passes, and escort visitors as required. </li><li><strong>Perform searches –</strong> Conduct thorough security checks on vehicles, baggage, and personnel. </li><li><strong>Respond to incidents –</strong> Identify risks, manage security breaches, and escalate as needed. </li><li><strong>Assist employees and visitors –</strong> Provide professional and courteous support on-site. </li><li><strong>Monitor security systems –</strong> Operate CCTV, alarms, and communication devices. </li><li><strong>Manage traffic and parking –</strong> Control vehicle movement and ensure safe site access. </li><li><strong>Report and document – </strong>Maintain security logs and complete detailed incident reports. </li></ul><p><strong>This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as the</strong><strong>ability to work independently and as part of a team. </strong></p><p><strong>Shift Pattern &amp; Flexibility</strong></p><p>This is a shift working position at 48 hours per week including breaks. The successful candidate will be expected to work nights, weekends, bank holidays etc as stipulated by the shift pattern agreed at the Unit depending on site requirements. This will be an average of 48 hours in a calendar week, this will be 12 hour shifts each week rostered between Sun – Sat. This will include being rostered in a flexible manner (termed a flexible week) within the shift roster. During the flexible week, the working days and shifts will routinely be stipulated in advance but may be changed at short notice, (this should be no less than 48 hours). The exact shift pattern will be explained in full during the interview. </p><p><strong>Training &amp; Development</strong></p><p>We are committed to ensuring you have the skills and confidence to succeed in your role. </p><p>New starters will complete a mandatory two-week residential Foundation Course, followed by structured on-the-job training. You will have access to ongoing professional development, including an annual programme of online learning. Our dedicated Workforce Development Team will support your training needs, ensuring you continue to build expertise throughout your career. </p><p>If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by Resourcing Team 1. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at <a href="mailto:candidate@support.oleeo.com" target="_blank">candidate@support.oleeo.com</a></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><p><strong>Are you resilient, alert, and highly organised? Do you thrive in a team-based, high responsibility environment? </strong></p><p>We need individuals who can stay vigilant, act decisively, and provide outstanding customer service in security-sensitive locations. If you have previous experience in security or customer service, we want to hear from you! </p><p>You must also maintain a good level of physical fitness, as the role involves prolonged periods of standing, patrolling large areas, and responding quickly to incidents. </p><p>A background in administration and strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office and electronic booking-in systems) will also be beneficial, as you will work closely with office-based personnel. </p><h4>Licences</h4>Full UK Driving Licence<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £32,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £9,423 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>We enable our people to work at the right place, with the right people, at the right time. We believe that if we look after our people, they will be passionate about delivering great things for our customers.</p><p>Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD. <a href="https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/" target="_blank">https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/</a></p><p>The MOD Discover My Benefits page lists the full set of benefits. Some of the many benefits you will receive include:</p><ul><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a>with an average employer contribution of 28.97%.</li><li>A generous annual leave allowance.</li><li>Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year.</li><li>Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12-month period to for volunteer military or emergency service reserve commitments.</li><li>Special Paid Leave for volunteering up to 6 days a year.</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing.</li><li>Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have other facilities such as a Sports &amp; Social Club, Gym and Cafeterias and Shops.</li><li>Entitlement to apply for Blue Light and Defence Discount Cards.</li><li>Free MGS Security Uniform.</li></ul><p>This post does not offer any assistance with Relocation Allowances.</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><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>If you align with our values and have experience in security or customer service we would love to hear from you. </strong></p><p><strong>At application stage you will be assessed against the following:</strong></p><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>CV including Job History and Previous Skills.</li></ul><p><strong>At interview you will be assessed against the following:</strong></p><p><strong>Behaviours:</strong></p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><p>When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected.</p><p>Application sifting is scheduled to take place on week commencing 03/02/2026.</p><p>Interviews are due to take place via Microsoft Teams and will be conducted week commencing 16/02/2026.</p><p>We want to offer opportunities to all who are successful at interview for our roles, but this isn’t always possible, so we do hold candidates on an active reserve list for 12 months. It is also possible that we may offer similar lower graded role/s to reserve candidates or, if no reserves are appointed, candidates that meet the lower grade criteria in merit order. </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>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. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. 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 mitigation’s can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. </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://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Fministry-of-defence-privacy-notice%2Fmod-privacy-notice&amp;data=04%7C01%7CDBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam1%40mod.gov.uk%7C7db810ae581c42ec6c8c08d93d26cb37%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C637608060846219244%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=4BF%2BJMYuVowsHgzjwR109kl8SUbRsfFw4qZjEUpjiSY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">MOD Privacy Notice</a> sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. </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>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 : MGS Recruitment Hub</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:MGS-RH@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">MGS-RH@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam1@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam1@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Please see Further Information document attached.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0NjAmdmVyaWZ5PTk3NGU4MDM4ODBkOGI5MzA4OWY1ZDA1MDM3ZjVmZjdlJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMTExLTY2YjZlZDA5NjI3Mjg2YmRhZDY1YWIwYzg1NzkyNjAzZTg0NzUwNGI=" target="_blank">MGS Candidate Pack - Application Final Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1974kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0NjEmdmVyaWZ5PWQwYmNhMWYwNTMzYmZkZTI0MGM1MGVmN2RmZGVmOTE5JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMTExLTY2YjZlZDA5NjI3Mjg2YmRhZDY1YWIwYzg1NzkyNjAzZTg0NzUwNGI=" target="_blank">20241009 - Further Information - External (1) Opens in new window</a> (docx, 34kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0NjImdmVyaWZ5PWQxYmQwNmUyMDFkYzNmNjc2MzE3ZGFlNDJmYjdjODJjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMTExLTY2YjZlZDA5NjI3Mjg2YmRhZDY1YWIwYzg1NzkyNjAzZTg0NzUwNGI=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Service Offer (1) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0NjMmdmVyaWZ5PTA2Zjg4ZDgyN2FmODdhNDI4ZDc2YmEwN2VlZWNmMTJlJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzMTExLTY2YjZlZDA5NjI3Mjg2YmRhZDY1YWIwYzg1NzkyNjAzZTg0NzUwNGI=" target="_blank">How to Complete a CV (1) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 104kB)

Ministry of Defence

MGS - Ministry of Defence Guard Service - Security Officer Shift Worker - Stonehouse & Ernesettle

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Advisory Board of the UKHSA Health Security Agency is seeking to appoint an Associate Non-Executive member to contribute to the work of the Advisory Board and its Committees. Associate Non-Executive members have a crucial role and are appointed to provide independent and constructive challenge to enable the Board to achieve its responsibilities.</p><p>UKHSA provides scientific and operational leadership, working with local, national and international partners to protect the public’s health and build the nation’s health security capability.</p><p>UKHSA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.</p><p>We are a centre of scientific and operational excellence in health protection. Our reach is local, national and global as we collaborate and share learning across the NHS and wider health and care system and with partners to improve health security worldwide. The threats we protect against range in type, scale and intensity, covering infectious diseases – from pathogens with pandemic potential to everyday infections such as measles – and environmental threats including radiation, chemical, nuclear and extreme weather events.</p><p>This is an exciting time to be joining UKHSA, which was formed from four previous organisations at the height of Covid and has since radically downsized and stabilised. In the context of volatile geo-politics, climate change, increasing human mobility and changes in societal attitudes, our next three year strategy is crucial in fulfilling our broad public health remit. The successful candidate will be exposed to leading edge scientific activity and an expansive learning opportunity as part of a diverse board.</p><p>Diversity at UKHSA is about reflecting the communities we serve, holding the principles of equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do and all that we stand for, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our purpose.</p><br><h4>Job description</h4><p>Having been created during the Covid pandemic in 2021, UKHSA is in the process of developing a new three year strategy which will be prioritised to reflect the current context. This will be led by the Executive team and our new Chief Executive, Susan Hopkins, with input, guidance and constructive challenge from the Advisory Board.</p><p>For most of UKHSA’s work, our remit covers England as health protection is largely a devolved policy area. We hold some UK-wide responsibilities on reserved matters where the UK government has retained policy responsibility.</p><p>Details of UKHSA’s Governance structure, including previous Advisory Board minutes, can be found at: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency/about/our-governance" target="_blank">Our governance - UK Health Security Agency - GOV.UK</a></p><p>All Associate NEMs must be independent of management and able to allocate sufficient time to the Board to discharge their responsibilities effectively. This includes ensuring that high standards of corporate governance are observed at all times and ensuring that the Agency operates in an open, accountable and responsive way.</p><p>As an Associate NEM, you will:</p><ul><li>Contribute to the development of the Agency’s strategic direction and strategic objectives, taking into account your own understanding of the external environment that could impact on the achievement of these objectives.</li><li>Contribute to the governance of the Agency by ensuring that independent oversight is maintained on the Agency’s operational effectiveness, patient engagement, risk management, financial efficiency and working relationship with key stakeholders.</li><li>Monitor the overall performance of the Agency and advise UKHSA’s Executive on the delivery of the agreed strategic imperatives and business plan objectives.</li><li>Become an active and constructive member of at least one of the four UKHSA Board Committees and ideally take on at least one special interest role, so that the Board can benefit from independent, specialist expertise built outside the Agency.</li><li>Act as an ambassador for the Agency at all times and help connect the Agency with stakeholders in other organisations when appropriate. Individual NEMs may be asked to represent the Agency in external meetings in some situations, but only with the prior agreement of both the Chair and the Chief Executive.</li><li>Identify any matters that may adversely affect the reputation or public trust in the Agency’s work, through a broad understanding of the wider UK and international environment in which the Agency operates.</li><li>Act as a “critical friend” by providing independent counsel, support and constructive challenge to members of the Executive Committee without straying into the day-to-day management of the organisation.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria </strong></p><p>To be considered, you must be able to demonstrate that you have the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment:</p><ul><li>A career track record of achievement in a significant senior role in either the public or private sector.</li><li>An ability to operate effectively on the board of a significant national organisation, with the highest standards of personal propriety in relation to governance, accountability and conduct.</li><li>Demonstrable interest in the work of the UKHSA, and particularly in the development of new and improved methods of prevention, detection and response to infectious diseases and other threats to the nation’s health.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, sound judgement and demonstrable experience of strategic thinking, with the ability to scrutinise and challenge complex proposals constructively.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria </strong></p><p>We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with a background in a senior role in HR, workforce planning and/or change management.</p><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></ul><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>The Civil Service is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, we will consider any reasonable adjustments that could help you. An adjustment is a change to the recruitment process or an adjustment at work. This is separate to the Disability Confident Scheme. If you need an adjustment to be made at any point during the recruitment process you should contact the recruitment team in confidence as soon as possible to discuss your needs. </p><p>You can find out more information about reasonable adjustments across the Civil Service here: <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/</a></p><p><strong>BENEFITS </strong></p><p>We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all. </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><strong>External <br></strong>Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).</p><p><strong>Application Stage:</strong></p><p>You will be required to submit a CV and Supporting Statement. You will be assessed on essential criteria. </p><ul><li> A CV</li><li> A Supporting Statement setting out how you meet each of the criteria set out in the person specification (no more than 1500 words).</li></ul><p>Please send your CV and Supporting letter to <a href="mailto:corpgovernance.secretariat@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank"><strong>corpgovernance.secretariat@ukhsa.gov.uk</strong></a> by 23:55 on the 26th January 2026.</p><p>Unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. </p><p>If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview. Feedback will not be provided at this stage.</p><p><strong>Interview Stage:</strong></p><p>You will be invited to a single face to face interview from Late February 2026 (please note, this date may be subject to change). In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.</p><p>If you have spent more than 6 months abroad over the last 3 years you may need an International Police Check. This would not necessarily have to be in a single block, and it could be time accrued over that period.</p><p>If successful for this role as one aspect of pre-employment screening, applicant’s personal details – name, national insurance number and date of birth - will be checked against the Cabinet Office Internal Fraud Hub and anyone included on the database will be refused employment unless they can show exceptional circumstances. Currently this is only for External candidates to the Civil Service.</p><p>For Temporary Appointments, if you are not currently a civil servant, you will take up the post on a Fixed Term appointment. You may be able to take this role up as a Secondment. If you are an existing Civil Servant, based outside of the UKHSA, you will take up the post as a loan which you will need your department to agree. You cannot take the post up as a fixed term. If you are an existing UKHSA member of staff, you will take up the post as either a level transfer or a temporary promotion as per the UKHSA’s Pay policy. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.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 : Hannah Frude, Board Secretary</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:corpgovernance.secretariat@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank">corpgovernance.secretariat@ukhsa.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:scs.mdrecruitment@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank">scs.mdrecruitment@ukhsa.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. 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