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<h4>Job summary</h4><strong>About us</strong><br>MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you’ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>The role</strong><br>As Pensions Team Leader, you’ll oversee a growing team and drive change across our Pensions department. You’ll identify ways to strengthen our processes and motivate your team to provide a great service, growing their knowledge and experience along the way. </p><p>It’s a data-driven role where continuous improvement is key. From data reporting and day-to-day projects to system development and change, your primary focus will be on future succession and planning. You’ll have a varied workload and work with a range of colleagues, stakeholders and external organisations such as HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office. Managing multiple inboxes and sharing insights into the department’s work, you’ll lead by example and collaborate on projects designed to improve our pension service. </p><p>The work will be fast paced. So, maintaining team wellbeing is of high importance. Whether you’re compiling data and providing MI to stakeholders, giving advice on challenging cases or being the go-to for complaint escalation, you’ll nurture a supportive environment where everyone’s input and ideas are welcomed. Plus, it’s an expanding team, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to share your knowledge with those keen to learn and build a career in this field. </p><p>This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to the challenge of leading a busy, high-pressure department, where you can embed new and improved processes that’ll impact our work for years to come. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You’ll have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role, plus at least 12 months’ experience in a leadership position. This will be supported by an existing knowledge of pensions, project management, and operational planning and delivery, as well as managing and optimising pension systems to ensure efficiency, data cleansing and MI reporting. You’ll also have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 /C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). </p><p>You’ll be confident in the technical side of things, used to working with numbers, and comfortable training and advising your team on performing calculations. You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement; someone who values quality and knows how to drive it within a team. Whether you’re identify training needs, supporting your team’s development or having a day in future pensions system design, you’ll be proactive and future-focussed in your approach. And of course, you’ll be IT systems literate. </p><h4>Benefits</h4><p><strong>Training and development</strong><br>We’re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You’ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we’ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. </p><p>As a line manager, you’ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you’ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK’s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. </p><p>You’ll be expected to stay within Pensions for your first 4 years, after which time, you’ll be able to apply for roles across the organisation. </p><p><strong>Rewards and benefits </strong><br>You’ll receive a starting salary of £59,028, plus other benefits including: <br></p><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days’ public and privilege holidays </li></ul><ul><li>opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme </li></ul><ul><li>personal learning budget </li></ul><ul><li>interest-free season ticket loan </li></ul><ul><li>excellent pension scheme </li></ul><ul><li>cycle to work scheme </li></ul><ul><li>facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) </li></ul><ul><li>paid parental and adoption leave </li></ul><p><strong>Equal opportunities</strong><br>At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. </p><p>Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity <a href="https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/working-at-mi5/diversity" target="_blank">on our website</a>. </p><p><strong>We’re Disability Confident</strong><br>MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our ‘Offer of Interview’ (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: </p><ul><li>a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) </li></ul><ul><li>you must demonstrate an understanding of pensions from previous work undertaken </li></ul><ul><li>you will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role </li></ul><p>There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. </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>What to expect</strong><br>Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: </p><ul><li>application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question </li></ul><ul><li>an interview, assessing competencies, skills and experience relevant to the role </li></ul><ul><li>if successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment and then proceed to the vetting stage </li></ul><p>Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. <br></p><p><strong>Before you apply</strong><br>To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria <a href="https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/applying-for-jobs" target="_blank">on our website.</a></p><p>This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It’s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process <a href="https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/applying-for-jobs/vetting" target="_blank">on our website.</a></p><p>Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can’t take any recreational drugs and you’ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. </p><p>Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. </p><p>The role is based in London, so you’ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. </p><p><strong>Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. </strong><strong>You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. </strong></p><p><strong>Right to Withdraw Statement: </strong></p><p>Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitment.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitment.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitment.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitment.org.uk</a></li></ul>

MI5 - The Security Service

Pensions Team Leader

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Flexible working:</strong> due to the sensitive nature of the work, this is an office-based role with little to no opportunities for home working. We recognise the importance of a good work-life balance and offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. You can read more about our flexible working options on our website.</p><p><strong>About us </strong></p><p>MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you’ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>The role </strong></p><p>As a Pensions Manager, you’ll help oversee our processes and support your colleagues as a subject matter expert. You’ll balance high-volume casework with training and mentoring a growing team as you bring your expertise to our busy department. Working at pace, you’ll maintain quality and ensure our processes and systems run smoothly. Day-to-day, you’ll be taking on project work, supporting with problem-solving, handling complaints and carrying out extensive quality checking. So, multi-tasking is key as you’ll be balancing your own workload alongside your team’s. You’ll answer queries from, and give advice to, pay teams and provide insights and guidance to senior leaders.</p><p>You’ll also collaborate with colleagues throughout the UK’s Intelligence Services and build relationships with external partners. Everything you do will contribute to supporting the growth of the department, from helping your team improve their skills and knowledge, to using your experience to come up with ideas for continuous improvement.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You’ll bring existing knowledge about, and experience working in, pensions and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role or sector. This will be supported by line management experience overseeing 1 to 3 people. You’ll also need a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in maths and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). Importantly, you’ll be an adaptable, organised leader with a focus on wellbeing.</p><p>Comfortable with numbers, you’ll have keen attention to detail and be able to check calculations and spot errors with ease. You’ll also be a confident communicator able to adjust your style depending on whether you’re supporting your team, building external relationships, or presenting to senior leaders.</p><p>Whether you’re managing complex retirement cases, identifying solutions or managing stakeholders, you’ll be organised and balance target-driven performance with empathy. And of course, you’ll be IT systems literate.</p><h4>Benefits</h4><p><strong>Training and development </strong></p><p>We’re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. As a line manager, you’ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you’ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK’s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors.</p><p>You’ll be expected to stay within Pensions for your first 4 years, after which time, you’ll be able to apply for roles across the organisation.</p><br><p><strong>Rewards and benefits </strong></p><p>You’ll receive a starting salary of £47,677, plus other benefits including:</p><p>· 25 days’ annual leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days’ public and privilege holidays</p><p>· opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme</p><p>· personal learning budget</p><p>· interest-free season ticket loan</p><p>· excellent pension scheme</p><p>· cycle to work scheme</p><p>· facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations)</p><p>· paid parental and adoption leave.</p><br><p><strong>Equal opportunities </strong></p><p>At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website.</p><br><p><strong>We’re Disability Confident </strong></p><p>MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our ‘Offer of Interview’ (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are:</p><p>· a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification)</p><p>· you must be able to demonstrate delivering positive outcomes in a timely manner.</p><p>· you will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role</p><p>There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer.</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>What to expect </strong></p><p>Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order:</p><p>· application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question</p><p>· an interview, assessing competencies, skills and experience relevant to the role</p><p>· if successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment and then proceed to the vetting stage</p><p>Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer.</p><br><p><strong>Before you apply </strong></p><p>To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria <a href="https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/applying-for-jobs" target="_blank">on our website.</a></p><p>This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It’s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process <a href="https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/applying-for-jobs/vetting" target="_blank">on our website.</a></p><p>Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can’t take any recreational drugs and you’ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage.</p><p>Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you’ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London.</p><p>Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member.</p><br><p><strong>Right to Withdraw Statement:</strong></p><p>Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.</p><p><strong>The role is based in London, so you’ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London.</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk</a></li></ul>

Pensions Manager

HM Revenue and Customs

Globally Mobile Employees Tax Specialist

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Deputy Director of Legal Services is the most senior legal advisor to the SIA accountable for the leadership and management of the SIA’s legal services function. </p><p>You will lead the legal services team to deliver high quality legal advice across the range of SIA activity including criminal prosecutions; regulatory appeals and challenges; judicial review and inquests; commercial contracts; data protection; corporate governance matters; risk management; and regulatory policy matters. </p><p><strong>Martyn’s Law</strong></p><p>As our remit and work on Martyn’s Law develops over the next 3-5 years, the work of the legal team is expected to develop. Martyn’s Law is primarily a civil, regulatory regime. </p><p>As the new regulator of Martyn’s Law, we will be expected to provide guidance for those responsible for premises and events on how to meet the requirements of the legislation. There will be a strong emphasis on support and advice in the early stages and we will regulate supportively and proportionately but robustly. </p><p>The SIA will be building a new investigatory and inspection capability for Martyn’s Law and where appropriate, we will need to enforce compliance through a range of regulatory powers and civil sanctions, including financial penalties in the most serious of cases. Expert, qualitative legal advice will be key to supporting this and you will need to build and lead the expertise in the team to support this. </p><h4>Job description</h4><ul><li>Through effective leadership, provide expert and timely legal and policy advice across all the SIA legal functions to internal clients (and, where applicable, shared services clients) on relevant matters, including those that are complex, have significant legal, financial, commercial or confidence implications, or that may shape the future direction of the organisation.</li><li>Oversee the provision of risk based legal advice to the board, Chair, and Chief Executive, as well as senior decision makers including on significant or high-risk legal matters.</li><li>Act as professional lead for the legal profession at the SIA, as the most senior legal professional in the organisation, building the required legal capability for the future.</li><li>Oversee the conduct and management of the SIA’s litigation portfolio including criminal prosecutions, proceeds of crime recovery, regulatory appeals, inquests, and judicial reviews, providing legal leadership on high profile and sensitive cases and ensuring high risk matters are handled soundly. This includes the instruction of external legal firms and external legal counsel carrying out work for the SIA (excluding employment law), ensuring value for money and that quality representation is secured.</li><li>Horizon scan and provide advice on relevant UK legislation, regulations and case law that may impact the organisation’s statutory obligations and the wider private security industry, assessing and disseminating strategic impact analysis to the board and executive as necessary.</li><li>Lead on the response to whistleblowing matters for the SIA, and supporting the relevant executive director and non-executive director in discharging their roles.</li></ul><p>Deputy Directors also take on wider organisational responsibilities and champion roles.</p><ul><li>Work with the Executive Director, to ensure the delivery of the SIA’s statutory responsibilities, Strategic Plan, and transformation ambitions, resulting in improved public protection, protective security and public trust and confidence in the SIA, and its regulatory work.</li><li>To work with the Executive Directors and other Deputy Directors to develop and deliver the annual Business Plan and ensure the timely and co-ordinated delivery of strategic organisational and Directorate business plan objectives, performance targets are met and the smooth interface between the different regulatory functions and corporate service areas.</li><li>Day to day management of the legal team, including directing strategy, planning and effective deployment of resources.</li><li>Deputise for the Executive Director on matters relating to legal advice/ provision. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>- Applicants must be qualified to practise as a <strong>Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive </strong>in England and Wales and must hold a valid Practising Certificate for England and Wales or have full exemption from the relevant professional regulatory body (either the Solicitors Regulation Authority or the Bar Standards Board). Barristers and Solicitors qualified in a jurisdiction outside of England and Wales will be subject to the rules of the professional bodies and must have completed the Bar Transfer Test or Qualified Lawyer Transfer Scheme.</p><p>- If you have qualified through Cilex you must hold a “general qualification” within the meaning of s71(3)(c) Courts and Legal Services Act 1990. If CILEx applies to you and you are not sure of your eligibility can contact us in order to establish your eligibility for this role, which will be in line with other UK government legal roles of this nature.</p><p>- A strong track <strong>record of providing authoritative expert legal advice in a UK regulatory context</strong>, with significant practice experience in at least one of each of the following two areas:</p><ul><li>criminal investigation or enforcement, civil litigation, public law or regulatory law (such as judicial reviews and/or regulatory appeals); participation in and/or responding to inquests and/or public inquiries.</li><li>commercial contracts; information law matters (such as data protection freedom of information, record management); corporate governance matters; regulatory policy matters.</li></ul><p>- <strong>Significant senior leadership experience </strong>gained in a law firm or in house environment, with experience of leading well-respected, high-performing teams. Demonstrating inclusive leadership, with a demonstrable commitment to developing and nurturing a high performing, diverse, inclusive, and talented team that delivers results and innovates within their specialisms.</p><p>- The ability to <strong>deliver in a demanding environment at pace</strong>, exercising sound judgment and a high level of personal integrity in providing timely legal and policy advice and constructive challenge.</p><p>- <strong>An experienced communicator and influencer</strong>, with the ability to proactively manage a variety of stakeholders up to and including board level, to ensure good relationships are maintained and successful organisational outcomes achieved.</p><p>- <strong>Evidence of sound management of resources and budgets </strong>to achieve high performing, value for money service delivery. </p><p>- <strong>Role model of inclusive behaviours</strong>, and instilling organisational values and behaviours that promote positive individual and team cultures.</p><p>- <strong>Excellent interpersonal skills - </strong>a team player with integrity; with good self-awareness, able to work under own initiative with drive and at pace, resilient under pressure, and responds calmly and objectively to internal and external challenge and scrutiny.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £75,801, Security Industry Authority contributes £21,959 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>A welcoming and innovative work environment.</li><li>Continued support and development opportunities.</li><li>Access to training for attainment of recognised qualifications.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Annual leave entitlement will be a maximum of 32.5 days.</li><li>A variety of discounts including Gymflex,</li><li>Civil Service Pension Scheme – Employee contribution between 4.60% and 7.35% and Employer contribution between 26.60% and 30.30%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>Application</strong><strong>rocess </strong></p><p>This appointment will be made based on the quality of your written application and interviews. </p><p>The process will also include an engagement exercise and psychometric tests which will help inform the questioning in the final interview.<br>The final interview will include a presentation to the panel. </p><p>To apply for this post please visit: : <a href="https://www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/GSe128970" target="_blank">https://www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/</a><a href="https://www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/GSe128970" target="_blank">GSe128970</a></p><p>For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact the SIA recruitment advisers at GatenbySanderson who will be delighted to speak with you: <a href="mailto:Russell.brandon@gatenbysanderson.com" target="_blank">russell.brandon@gatenbysanderson.com</a></p><p>To apply, please register your details and submit your application no later than <strong>12:00 noon on Monday 9 February </strong><strong>2025</strong></p><p>When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information:</p><p>– Your CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. </p><p>– A supporting personal statement (not more than 2 pages) detailing how you meet the criteria in the person specification and why you are applying for this role.</p><p>– A completed diversity monitoring form, this will appear on screen as part of the application process.</p><p>–Should you have any queries about the application process, please contact<br><strong>Toria Lorman-Connolly </strong>at<strong><a href="mailto:toria.lorman-Connolly@gatenbysanderson.com" target="_blank">toria.lorman-Connolly@gatenbysanderson.com</a></strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<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 : SIA Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@sia.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@sia.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@sia.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sia.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Complaints should be submitted to the Contact Us page on SIA website. If, after investigation by the SIA, the complainant remains dissatisfied, they may bring their complaint to the Civil Service Commission.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NzAmdmVyaWZ5PTYwMTQxOWFlOTMwN2Y1ODQ4YjY2MDcxOTg4NGMzNGMz" target="_blank">Candidate Pack SIA Deputy Director Legal Services (002) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1119kB)<h4>Share this page</h4><ul><li><a href="#">Print</a></li><li><a href="mailto:?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Deputy%20Director%20of%20Legal%20Services%20%28reference%20%3A%20445846%29%20with%20you&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1984824.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk" target="_blank">Email</a></li><li><a href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?view=cm&amp;source=mailto&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1984824.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk&amp;su=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Deputy%20Director%20of%20Legal%20Services%20%28reference%20%3A%20445846%29%20with%20you" target="_blank">Gmail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1984824" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1984824" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a>

Security Industry Authority

Deputy Director of Legal Services

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

DAQ Classifier - £34,183 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Every role at CQC contributes to our mission. If you’re looking for a new role in <strong>Project Delivery and Business Change</strong> that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, then you’ve found it! As a <strong>Programme Manager</strong>, you’ll lead complex programmes that drive real change in health and social care, helping us deliver improvements that make a difference to people’s lives.</p><p>Imagine working on initiatives that transform how health and care services operate, ensuring better outcomes for the public. This role is all about turning big ideas into reality.<br><br></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>As a<strong> Programme Manager in Project Delivery and Business Change</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Oversee a strategic programme that brings together multiple projects to deliver business change across CQC.</li><li>Ensure future readiness for challenges.</li><li>Specifically, you will lead the design and delivery of a programme that will transform our ways of working to deliver an efficient and effective Operating Model.</li><li>You will lead the alignment of processes, organisational structures, IT systems, and data architecture to ensure we better understand our operating model and can make informed and controlled changes to it in the future. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>We will be looking for specific skills, knowledge and experience in your application form:<strong><br></strong></p><ul><li>Experience of delivering large-scale programmes that include business change and organisational design.</li><li>Experience of architectural design principles with a specific focus on business architecture.</li><li>Ability to apply programme and project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile) in varied and complex contexts.</li><li>Proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities to achieve successful outcomes.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><p>We offer a wide range of <a href="https://www.cqc.org.uk/about-us/jobs/working-cqc-employee-benefits" target="_blank">benefits</a>, including:</p><ul><li>Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year).</li><li>Training and development opportunities.</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation.</li><li>NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution.</li><li>Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>TBC<br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul>

Care Quality Commission

Programme Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Here at the Ministry of Housing, Communities &amp; Local Government (MHCLG), we work on things that make a real difference to people’s lives. Whether it's through the homes we live in, the work of our local councils, or the communities we’re all part of, our work is at the top of the political agenda. We have ambitious and far-reaching outcomes to achieve this year and, if you’re thinking of joining us, there’s never been a more exciting time. We are looking for multiple Senior Service Designers to join our Digital teams including Private Rented Sector (PRS), Local AI and Digital Process Improvements.</p><p>The Private Rented Sector team are working on a crucial set of reforms to help improve the private rented sector, as the lowest quality, least secure and least affordable of all tenures. As the Senior Service Designer, you will be responsible for the design of the end-to-end Private Rented Sector Database. This includes services to register landlords and letting agents, for tenants to view information about landlords, for local authorities to access the database, and administration interfaces. You will be working closely with policy, operations and other services to create and iterate digital services and offline channels. The service will launch later this year, so you need to be confident delivering at pace. </p><p>The Local AI team (previously AI for Local Government) is an ambitious and friendly new team dedicated to accelerating the responsible use of AI across local government. Our mission is to help councils to use AI to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve services - especially in critical areas such as adult and children’s social care, homelessness, and special educational needs and disability. We identify high‑impact, reusable AI opportunities and amplify local innovation, while improving data, safety and market confidence so councils can make informed decisions about the technologies they use. As the Senior Service Designer in the AI for Local Government team, you will lead the design of complex, user-centred AI services that meet diverse user needs and comply with government service standards. Collaborating closely with AI specialists, delivery teams, and local government stakeholders. Your role will be pivotal in shaping service design strategies that align with our long-term objectives. </p><br><h4>Job description</h4><p>Find out more about our Digital teams and what they are working on through our <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://mhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk/jobs/&amp;data=05%7c02%7cLindsey.Dodd%40communities.gov.uk%7c3d252a374e444ddbbf6508de4f782195%7cbf3468109c7d43dea87224a2ef3995a8%7c0%7c0%7c639035574535842893%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=sbXVV4EqCVt8jZVAm/HpOu1I3VapoDNiFyp0GkOa/MY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">MHCLG Digital blog</a>. <strong>Please note that MHCLG do not offer visa sponsorship and applicants will need a valid visa for the duration of your employment.</strong></p><p>As a senior service designer, you’ll: </p><ul><li>Lead the team to design and iterate the end-to-end service using your expertise, combined with evidence and knowledge you develop about the problem space</li><li>Work as part of an agile, multidisciplinary team to design and deliver the service, including building consensus around the design approach</li><li>Design collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including policy and operational delivery teams </li><li>Use research and evidence to identify and solve complex problems </li><li>Work with digital and data leaders across the organisation to improve and align services in the wider problem space</li><li>Be part of a growing community of designers in the department </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>As a senior service designer, you’ll have experience of: </p><ul><li>Designing end-to-end services for users in complex environments and to tight delivery timelines; as part of this you’ll be comfortable prioritising design choices to help shape the roadmap</li><li>Involving a wide range of users and stakeholders in design activities and using user research and evidence to make informed choices</li><li>Thinking strategically – considering how our service fits within the wider problem space - and negotiate and influence important design decisions on our own service, but also more widely</li><li>Creating service blueprints and prototypes using a variety of methods and the ability to quickly understand the social, technological and political context of services </li><li>Developing inclusive, accessible and sustainable public services using the GOV.UK Design System and in accordance to the Service Standard and Service Manual.</li></ul><p>Desirable</p><ul><li>Experience of working with AI and / or working with local authorities</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,374, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government contributes £17,780 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>At MHCLG we offer many benefits that range from tailored career pathways and flexible working to MyLifestyle Childcare Voucher and Cycle to Work Schemes. For more information, please click <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-benefits-2/" target="_blank">here</a>. </li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>Application and Selection</strong><br>The application process will be split into 2 stages, testing the following Success Profiles: </p><p><strong>Experience</strong><strong>, </strong><strong>Technical</strong></p><p><strong>Experience and Technical:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading design</li><li>Evidence-based design</li><li>Designing together</li><li>Designing strategically</li><li>Designing for everyone</li></ul><p><strong>Please </strong>ensure your CV does not contain any personally identifiable information. </p><p><strong>Note: </strong>We do not consider direct CV applications. All applications must be submitted via the provided application link. </p><p><strong>Important:</strong> Your CV and Cover Letter <em>must </em>be merged into a single document before uploading. </p><p><strong>Stage 1: Sift (CV &amp; Cover Letter)</strong></p><p>Your CV and covering letter should explain why you are interested in the role (25%) and how your experience meets the essential criteria (75%).</p><p>Your CV should fit on one page and your covering letter should be no more than 500 words. </p><p><strong>Stage 2: Interview</strong><br></p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Experience questions will be based around the essential skills and criteria as listed in the job description. </li><li><strong>Technical:</strong> Technical questions will be based around the essential skills and criteria as listed in the job description. </li></ul><p>Candidates will be asked to prepare a 5-minute presentation, further details will be provided on invitation to interview. </p><p><strong>Sift and Interview Dates</strong></p><p>Sifting is envisaged to take place the week commencing 9th February 2026 with interview dates to follow. Interviews are currently being held remotely via videocall. This could be subject to change. </p><p><strong>Group 1 Digital and Data roles</strong></p><p><strong>MHCLG has implemented the Digital and Data capability framework for Group 1 roles. Applicants that are successful and have been offered a position will be required to complete a capability assessment after the interview. </strong></p><p><strong>MHCLG will honour completed capability assessments for this role from other Government Departments for existing civil servants on level transfer only.</strong><strong>Please provide a copy of your capability assessment to the Hiring Manager when applying. If you have any queries on pay, please contact the Hiring Manager.</strong></p><p><strong>Each experience or technical skill is assessed between 1-3, representing working towards, at or above the job level requirements. You are awarded a proficiency level accordingly, and you will be given opportunity to annually re assess your capability and potentially increase your overall remuneration, through payment of allowances, depending on level of assessed capability.</strong></p><p><strong>Candidates moving from another government department have the option to retain their current basic pay if this is within our pay band for the relevant grade. </strong></p><p><strong>GRADE Group 1 Digital and Data Salary</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The basic pay for this role will be between £66,929 - £81,112 (London), £61,374 - £75,581 (National). </strong> Candidates will usually be recruited to the median of the payscale. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>A digital allowance may also be payable depending on the level of assessed capability, in order to meet the MHCLG overall targeted remuneration rate for the specific grade, location and capability rating.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>For applicants in receipt of existing allowances, we will assess each case individually, but we would seek not to exceed the MHCLG overall targeted remuneration rate for the specific grade, location and capability rating for existing civil servants, the usual policy on level transfer and promotion will apply, subject to the statements above.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>How We Recruit</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-our-recruitment-process/" target="_blank">Find out everything you need to know before applying here.</a>. </p><ul><li>Applying </li></ul><ul><li>Sifting </li></ul><ul><li>Interview </li></ul><ul><li>Interview Results &amp; Feedback </li></ul><ul><li>Reserve List </li></ul><ul><li>Near Miss </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Grades </li></ul><ul><li>We are a DCS, RIS &amp; GPTWV employer </li></ul><ul><li>Reasonable Adjustments </li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-ministry-of-housing-communities-and-local-government/mhclg-application-guidance/" target="_blank">What you need to know before applying.</a></p><p>Here’s a link to the <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLindsey.Dodd%40communities.gov.uk%7C3d252a374e444ddbbf6508de4f782195%7Cbf3468109c7d43dea87224a2ef3995a8%7C0%7C0%7C639035574535842893%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=sbXVV4EqCVt8jZVAm%2FHpOu1I3VapoDNiFyp0GkOa%2FMY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">MHCLG Digital blog</a></p><p>You must review the following information from the MHCLG Career's Site before submitting your application. This step is essential to ensure your eligibility for the role and that your application is completed correctly. </p><ul><li>Security Clearance Requirements </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Nationality Requirements </li></ul><ul><li>Right to Work </li></ul><ul><li>Artificial Intelligence </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service Code and Recruitment Principles </li></ul><ul><li>CV Declaration </li></ul><ul><li>Sponsorships </li></ul><ul><li>Salary and Grade </li></ul><ul><li>Existing Civil Servants </li></ul><ul><li>Conflict of Interest </li></ul><ul><li>Location and Flexible Working </li></ul><ul><li>Fixed Term Contracts </li></ul><ul><li>Internal Fraud Database - <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Internal Fraud Register</a></li></ul><ul><li>Appeals and Complaints </li></ul><ul><li>Conflict of Interest </li></ul><p><strong>Security Clearance Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>National Office: </strong></p><p><strong>London Office: </strong><strong> + </strong><strong>CTC</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Digital Data Jobs</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:digitaldatajobs@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">digitaldatajobs@communities.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:digitaldatajobs@communities.gov.uk" target="_blank">digitaldatajobs@communities.gov.uk</a></li></ul>

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Senior Service Designer

<h4>Job summary</h4>Are you passionate about understanding people and shaping services that truly meet their needs? At HM Land Registry (HMLR), we’re on a mission to transform how millions interact with land and property information. Join us as a User Researcher and help design inclusive, user-centred digital services that make a real difference. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing senior expertise, we have opportunities for you to grow and thrive.<h4>Job description</h4><p>At HM Land Registry (HMLR), we’re committed to designing digital services that truly meet user needs. As a User Researcher, you’ll play a vital role in shaping services that are accessible, inclusive, and effective for everyone. Whether you’re starting your career in user research or bringing senior-level expertise, we have opportunities at Executive Officer (EO), Higher Executive Officer (HEO), and Senior Executive Officer (SEO) grades.</p><p>You’ll work in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with designers, developers, and policy experts to ensure our services are user-centred and evidence-based. Your insights will help us deliver digital services that make a real difference to millions of people.</p><h4>About the Team</h4><p>You’ll join our Digital, Data and Technology Directorate, which is driving HMLR’s transformation into a modern, data-driven organisation. Our teams are passionate about user-centred design and committed to continuous improvement. We value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome different perspectives to help us create services that work for everyone.</p><h4>Key Responsibilities by Grade</h4><h4>EO – Junior User Researcher</h4><ul><li>Plan and conduct user research with guidance from experienced researchers to inform service design.</li><li>Use a range of methods such as usability testing, interviews, and surveys.</li><li>Communicate research findings in clear, engaging ways to delivery teams.</li><li>Support inclusive research by involving participants with diverse needs and abilities.</li><li>Assist with research operations, including scheduling sessions and recruiting participants.</li><li>Collaborate with senior researchers and multidisciplinary teams to analyse findings.</li><li>Help maintain research outputs and share insights across the team.</li></ul><h4>HEO – User Researcher</h4><ul><li>Lead research activities for smaller services or components of larger programmes.</li><li>Design and deliver research plans using appropriate methodologies.</li><li>Analyse and synthesise findings to provide actionable insights for service improvements.</li><li>Build strong relationships with stakeholders and advocate for user-centred design.</li><li>Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance research practices.</li><li>Contribute to the development of research standards and documentation.</li><li>Mentor junior researchers and share best practice within the team.</li></ul><h4>SEO – Senior User Researcher</h4><ul><li>Shape research strategy for complex services and programmes.</li><li>Lead planning, design, and execution of research activities, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.</li><li>Influence decision-making at senior levels and constructively challenge assumptions.</li><li>Turn research findings into strategic insights that inform policy and service design.</li><li>Ensure research is inclusive and accessible, considering diverse user needs.</li><li>Mentor and line-manage user researchers, supporting their development.</li><li>Play an active role in the HMLR and cross-government user research communities.</li><li>Evaluate research quality and champion best practice across teams.</li></ul><h4>Why Join Us?</h4><p>As a User Researcher at HMLR, you’ll:</p><ul><li><strong>Make an impact:</strong> Your work will shape services used by millions, ensuring they are accessible and user-friendly.</li><li><strong>Grow your skills:</strong> We offer learning opportunities, mentoring, and support to help you develop your career.</li><li><strong>Work inclusively:</strong> We value diversity and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and respected.</li><li><strong>Collaborate widely:</strong> You’ll work with passionate professionals across design, technology, and policy.</li><li><strong>Be part of transformation:</strong> Join us as we deliver cutting-edge digital services and modernise how land and property information is managed.</li></ul><p>Please view the below video which details working in the User Research Team at HM Land Registry. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>You will be assessed against the criteria in the person specification document in the candidate pack.</p><p>Where an individual taking up the responsibility will be based in Swansea Office, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable, however this will not be assessed during the process.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £34,800, HM Land Registry contributes £10,081 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>#WeAreHMLR</p><p>At HM Land Registry our vision is a world leading property market as part of a thriving economy and a sustainable future. We are unique in terms of the economic and social impacts of our work, our ability to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers, our sense of mission, and our great people. They are the foundation of all we have achieved and all we aspire to in the future. We want our people to feel proud to work for HM Land Registry and able to fulfil their full potential.</p><p>We have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development, and flexible ways of working. We offer competitive pay and annual leave, attractive pension options and a wide range of other benefits.</p><ul><li><strong>We have integrity–</strong> we value honesty, trust and doing the right thing in the right way.</li><li><strong>We drive innovation–</strong> we are forward-thinking, embrace change and are continually improving our processes.</li><li><strong>We are professional</strong>– we value and grow our knowledge and professional expertise.</li><li><strong>We give assurance</strong>– we guarantee our services and provide confidence to the property market.</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you" target="_blank">Please click here for further information on our rewards package: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>We are working with our recruitment partner (Inspire People) for this campaign. </p><p>Submit your CV​ on Inspire People’s website link - Please select the level of role that you want to apply for.</p><p>Please note that if you apply for any specific grade you may be assessed and offered at an alternative grade. </p><p><a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhmlr.inspirepeople.net%2Fjobs%2Fend-user-researcher%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cchris.parker%40landregistry.gov.uk%7C8634c6d847a54050e44908de5a79b321%7C236309a8284b4e57a7b3fc767736f69d%7C0%7C0%7C639047675916033498%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=k8ZDKd9zkPOQaGMLOKZhoYgiLnn0TkjZjhF5HHt%2FT8I%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://hmlr.inspirepeople.net/jobs/end-user-researcher/</a></p><br><p>Inspire People will assess your CV and compile a longlist of applications for HM Land Registry to sift.</p><p>If you progress through this stage, you will need to complete a short, pre-recorded video with Inspire People. Alternatively, you can provide written answers to the questions​. HM Land Registry will then sift these applications.</p><p>Please make sure your CV outlines how you meet the <strong>Technical Skills and Essential Experience</strong></p><p>Successful candidates at sift will be invited to a blended interview. </p><p>Candidates can refer to notes within their video interview but they should be used as a prompt only.</p><p>HM Land Registry is accredited to the Disability Confident Scheme, which denotes organisations which have a positive attitude towards disabled people. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria at the shortlisting stage may get an invitation to interview. If you require the panel to consider a reasonable adjustment or there is anything else they would like the panel to take into consideration, you are asked to notify us of this at application stage where possible or during the process as soon as it becomes a requirement. </p><p>We are unable to offer a Skilled Worker Visa for this role, you must have the RTW in the UK. </p><p>HMLR expect everyone to spend at least 60% of their working time in the office. </p><p>You can <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hm-land-registry-job-applicant-personal-information" target="_blank">find more information on how we use your personal data on our 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 : Alison Whitehead</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:alison@inspirepeople.net" target="_blank">alison@inspirepeople.net</a></li><li>Telephone : 0207 871 8556</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance to the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, please email <a href="mailto:hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from HM Land Registry then you may take your complaint to the Civil Service Commission: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/making-complaint/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/making-complaint/</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMDQmdmVyaWZ5PWRkM2Y4MmM2ZDMxOTA2OTEzMTIxM2IwMTVhMDUxOGYz" target="_blank">User Researcher Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1828kB)

HM Land Registry

User Researchers (EO, HEO, SEO)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>HMRC is the UK's tax and customs department. We collect the money that pays for the UK's public services and give financial support to people. Our work is central to the business of government and we're proud of our track record. We're an historic and yet modern department, undergoing ambitious transformation which affects all our colleagues and customers. </strong></p><p>As part of this we are focused on Making Tax Digital, transforming the experience for our customers. We want to make it easy for our customers to get their tax right, whilst enabling HMRC to fulfil its being trusted and valued ambitions. Making Tax Digital Programme (MTD) is delivering a fundamental change to tax to help digitalise UK business. MTD is part of the Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP), at the heart of HMRC’s Tax Administration Strategy and one of HMRC’s highest priorities. This cross-society transformation drives extensive interest across the political, business and tax spectrum.</p><p>We are leading the way in the delivery of modern services for customers which will change how millions of businesses and landlords interact with the tax system, replacing the annual tax return with digital record keeping and quarterly updates. MTD will make it easier for individuals and businesses to get their tax right and will help reduce the amount of tax lost to avoidable errors. This role is at the centre of everything that MTD does, leading the design and delivery of the services with which internal and external users </p><p>We need inspirational leaders to take people on this journey. You will be using your deep programme management expertise, visionary leadership and technology transformation capabilities to work in partnership with our business leaders, setting and delivering the technology transformation execution strategy to support critical activities for the country. You will be accountable for delivering the varied technology commitments and setting up appropriate live services for HMRC to run the processes seamlessly. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Ensure live service stability and resilience to maintain public confidence in HMRC’s digital tax services and deliver GMPP commitments by providing strategic and technical leadership and oversight of the end-to-end customer delivery and live service resolution within the Making Tax Digital (MTD) programme. The role ensures that all hubs and processes operate seamlessly across design, delivery, and implementation, aligning with HMRC’s strategic objectives. </strong></p><p><strong>This includes: </strong></p><ul><li>Defining our release plan - driving integration and consistency across programme components to deliver a coherent customer experience. </li><li>Collaborating with senior stakeholders and other Deputy Directors to influence decisions, resolve escalations, and maintain alignment with policy and strategic goals. </li><li>Championing continuous improvement and readiness for change, ensuring operational hubs are equipped to support programme milestones and benefits realisation. </li><li>Accountable for the identification, prioritisation, and resolution of all live service incidents within the MTD programme, ensuring timely recovery and minimal customer impact. </li><li>Own the end-to-end live service management process, including escalation handling, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions<strong>.</strong></li><li>Responsible for coordinating across CDIO, operational hubs, and third-party suppliers to resolve incidents and maintain service continuity </li><li>Lead governance for live service performance, reporting incident trends and resolution progress to the MTD Senior Leadership Team and SRO </li><li>Build, maintain and lead strong delivery-focused multi-functional delivery teams, regularly assessing progress and value across the MFTs to identify efficiencies </li><li>Responsible for the technical delivery of MTD </li><li>Accountable for release planning and overall scope of the Income Tax Service </li><li>Develop effective release and delivery plans, frameworks and strategies. </li><li>Create a culture of continuous improvement of delivery processes and standards within the programme. </li><li>Drive innovation and learn from experience. Identify interdependencies, common capabilities and opportunities across the programme. </li><li>Provide visible and effective leadership to deliver outcomes. </li><li>Create an empowered environment in which the team can succeed – working effectively together and managing dependencies. </li><li>Work with stakeholders and delivery partners to deliver the programmes end to end test strategy. </li><li>Being accountable for the design and delivery of roadmap Features and Epics and Live Service Incidents solutions to time, cost and quality outcomes as set out in the Roadmap and the latest approved Business Case for MTD involving stakeholders in a clear and transparent manner. </li><li>Ensure the programme is delivered to budget by managing financial forecasts and spend against those forecasts. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>The successful applicant will need to demonstrate relevant experience and effective delivery of the following essential criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience of technical IT delivery including build, test, and release management in the context of a major transformation programme.</li><li>Industry experience of leading Agile delivery and in using Agile tooling such as Jira. </li><li>Inclusive leadership skills - able to demonstrate the capacity to lead in a large and complex operational environment with evidence of developing, nurturing, and motivating high performing, diverse and talented teams.</li><li>Experience of influencing and leading senior level stakeholders, ideally at C-Suite level.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Income Tax Self Assessment and the complex interconnectivity of IT systems, ideally within HMRC's IT architecture and also with third party software being developed for MTD. </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £81,000, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £23,465 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p><strong>Pension</strong>​</p><p>Your Civil Service pension is a valuable part of your total reward and is one of your biggest benefits.</p><p>When you join the Civil Service, you get access to the alpha pension with a generous employer contribution of 28.97% and some of the lowest member contributions in the public sector.</p><p>Please visit <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension Scheme </a>for more information.</p><p><strong>Annual Leave and Bank Holiday Allowance</strong>​</p><p>25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service (allowance pro-rata for part-time colleagues).</p><p>This is complemented by one days paid privilege leave to mark the King’s Birthday and is in addition to your public holidays.</p><p><strong>Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion </strong>​</p><p>The Civil Service values and supports all its employees. At HMRC we want to create great places to work that are welcoming to all – where there is a strong sense of belonging and community.​</p><p>We embed inclusion in everything we do. Senior Civil Servants play a crucial role in promoting and maintaining inclusive behaviours, addressing disparities and reporting progress.</p><p>Our <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/about/equality-and-diversity" target="_blank">HMRC</a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/about/equality-and-diversity" target="_blank"> equality objectives 2024-2028 </a>describe how we are working to become a more inclusive and representative organisation reflective of our values.</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>Application</strong></p><p>This campaign is being managed by HMRC’s Executive Resourcing team. All applications should be submitted via Civil Service Jobs no later than 23:55 on Monday 23rd February 2026 and must include:</p><ul><li>A CV detailing your career history, key responsibilities and achievements accounting for any employment gaps within the last two years.</li><li>A Statement of Suitability (no longer than 2 pages) demonstrating how your experience meets the essential criteria.</li></ul><p>Your CV and suitability statement will be assessed against the criteria set out in the person specification. Please include your full name on both documents.</p><p><strong>Shortlist</strong></p><p>The panel will assess the evidence provided in your CV and statement. Candidates whose applications best meet the essential criteria will be selected for interview.</p><p><strong>Interview</strong></p><p>You will attend a panel interview for a more in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence. This will include a 5-minute verbal presentation (further information will be issued in advance).</p><p>Interviews are expected to take place virtually via Microsoft Teams.</p><p><em>All Criminal Record Checks applications are considered fairly in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice and the Recruitment of ex-offenders Policy.</em></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This role has a minimum assignment duration of 3 years. An assignment duration is the period of time a Senior Civil Servant is expected to remain in the same post to enable them to deliver on the agreed key business outcomes. The assignment duration also supports your career through building your depth of expertise. <br><br>As part of accepting this role you will be agreeing to the expected assignment duration set out above. This will not result in a contractual change to your terms and conditions. Please note this is an expectation only, it is not something which is written into your terms and conditions or indeed which the employing organisation or you are bound by. It will depend on your personal circumstances at a particular time and business needs, for example, would not preclude any absence like family friendly leave. It is nonetheless an important expectation, which is why we ask you to confirm you agree to the assignment duration set out above.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Sarah Hawes</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:scs.resourcing@hmrc.gov.uk" target="_blank">scs.resourcing@hmrc.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:scs.resourcing@hmrc.gov.uk" target="_blank">scs.resourcing@hmrc.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly with the department concerned. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMDUmdmVyaWZ5PTgzNjU0MzE0MWVlMDgyZGJkOTJiNDY1NWIwZTMxNDdl" target="_blank">Deputy Director IT Release &amp; Programme Delivery - Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 889kB)

Deputy Director IT Release & Programme Delivery

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>ONR is committed to being a modern and transparent regulator, delivering trusted outcomes and value. We are making substantial investments in new digital technologies and skills to enhance our regulatory processes and management of information.</p><p>The Band 4 Communications and Social Media Manager will lead ONR's social media activity, developing and delivering engaging content that supports the organisation's strategic objectives.</p><p><strong>About The Role</strong></p><p>The role holder will drive innovation in social media, build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, expand our reach, and ensure ONR's online presence is effective, evidence-based and aligned with good practice. They will also deliver other Communications and engagement activities in support of ONR’s mission and priorities.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Line Management responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li> None currently, however, at this level there could be an expectation to manage staff in the future.</li></ul><p><strong>Location / Travel</strong></p><p>This post may be undertaken from a base at any one of ONR’s office locations (Bootle, Cheltenham or London). </p><p>ONR operates hybrid working (working in the office and or at home) as part of our flexible working policy. There is an expectation that everyone will spend time in the office on a regular basis, recognising that some work is better done face to face. Managers will work with their teams on what works best to meet individual, team, business and organisational needs to enable collaboration, as well as balancing personal choice and wellbeing.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Work with Us </strong></p><p>Our colleagues are from all walks of life with varied personal experiences and career journeys into ONR. We want the best people for our roles. As an inclusive employer we value <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.onr.org.uk%2Fjobs%2Fprofiles-and-case-studies.htm&amp;data=05%7C01%7CGemma.Ward-Rawcliffe%40onr.gov.uk%7Ca9d6af4140614b2710a308dbe77eb0d4%7C742775df807748d681d01e82a1f52cb8%7C0%7C0%7C638358303541724958%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1sIfUa7LlYO7OSUi1GHFkdM%2FfIGclxAV7INpkI1J7Lw%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">individuals’ contributions</a>, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion, or belief. Our <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.onr.org.uk%2Fdocuments%2F2020%2Fonr-strategy-2020-2025.pdf&amp;data=05%7C01%7CGemma.Ward-Rawcliffe%40onr.gov.uk%7Ca9d6af4140614b2710a308dbe77eb0d4%7C742775df807748d681d01e82a1f52cb8%7C0%7C0%7C638358303541724958%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1MiCVLsLffR1ffOm9wOPhjdf%2Fko%2FxoRTFehvaQWXBg0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">values</a> ‘supportive, open-minded, fair and accountable’ are central to this. We <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.onr.org.uk%2Fjobs%2Frewards-and-benefits.htm&amp;data=05%7C01%7CGemma.Ward-Rawcliffe%40onr.gov.uk%7Ca9d6af4140614b2710a308dbe77eb0d4%7C742775df807748d681d01e82a1f52cb8%7C0%7C0%7C638358303541881242%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JHWZ1nE9E3RI7FaZaiqZnZfWfBJM9UbAwXyf7JTXmsA%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">invest</a> in our people to build capability, resilience, and promote wellbeing in our great teams, underpinned by our inherent focus on inclusion and excellence.</p><p><strong>Security Clearance</strong></p><p>BPSS is required for this role.</p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Inclusion</strong></p><p>We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We will consider reasonable adjustments to ensure the recruitment process is inclusive and barrier-free. Please contact <a href="mailto:ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk/" target="_blank">ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Stephanie.glen@onr.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stephanie.glen@onr.gov.uk</a> to discuss further. </p><p>We will also offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for applicants who opt into the guaranteed interview scheme.</p><p>We recognise we have a role to play in helping those leaving the Armed Forces and have a Veterans guaranteed interview scheme. We offer an interview to Veterans who meet the minimum criteria for applicants who opt into the scheme. Please see eligibility criteria below.</p><ul><li>served for at least one year in His Majesty's Armed Forces (as a Regular or Reserve).</li><li>be in transition from, or ceased to be a member of, His Majesty’s Armed Forces.</li><li>not already be employed by ONR.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><p></p><ul><li>Digital content creation – Proven ability to plan, create and publish engaging content across social media platforms and other digital channels, with strong copywriting skills, video skills, and an understanding of what works for different audiences.</li><li>Strategic thinking – Ability to develop and implement digital and social media strategies that align with organisational objectives and deliver measurable results.</li><li>Innovation and continuous improvement – Proactive approach to identifying new ideas and opportunities, staying current with digital trends and GCS good practice, and championing these with colleagues.</li><li>Evaluation and insight – Skilled in monitoring, analysing, and reporting on digital performance, using data to inform decisions and demonstrate impact.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement – Experience building productive working relationships with colleagues across an organisation, providing professional advice, and acting as a trusted point of contact for communications support.</li><li>Flexible and collaborative working – Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team, supporting colleagues on a range of communications activities including media handling, events, and campaigns.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p><p>A communications or media related qualification including CIPR, NCTJ or appropriate professional experience.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £38,215, Office for Nuclear Regulation contributes £11,070 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 civil service pension </li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>For Further Information</strong></p><p>For more information about this vacancy please contact <strong>Chris Hannaway - </strong><a href="mailto:chris.hannaway@onr.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.hannaway@onr.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>How To apply </strong></p><p>Your application should include:</p><ul><li> CV to include a full record of your education and professional qualifications and a full employment history.</li><li> A suitability statement (maximum of 800 words) highlighting how you meet the ‘essential skills and experience” required for the role, which will be used at shortlisting in conjunction with your CV. </li></ul><p>Throughout our shortlisting process, we will make decisions about your capability to do the job, based on evidence you provide against the essential criteria </p><p><strong>AI Tools &amp; Platforms</strong></p><p>During the application process applicants are allowed to utilise AI (artificial intelligence) platforms and tools to support them in writing their CVs, suitability statements, essential skills and experience. Please ensure that all information submitted is truthful and verifiable. This includes avoiding plagiarism and accurately attributing the work of others, including artificial intelligence generated content, as your own. All presented information will be assessed at the Interview Stage.</p><p>The <strong>closing date</strong> for receipt of applications is<strong> Sunday 15th January 2026 at 23:45</strong></p><p>Your ability and skills will be assessed at an in-depth interview if you are invited to the next stage of the recruitment process. An initial sift of applications is made against the above criteria and failure to address any or all will affect your application. We will offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the role.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>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 : Chris Hannaway</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Chris.Hannaway@onr.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chris.Hannaway@onr.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk" target="_blank">ONR.Human-Resources@onr.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.onr.org.uk/complaints-concerns-whistleblowing.htm" target="_blank">https://www.onr.org.uk/complaints-concerns-whistleblowing.htm</a><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMDYmdmVyaWZ5PWUyMzIyYjRhMDA1ZWY2ODI1NDczMmQwNDY4MzljZjYwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4OTA2LThmMzAzNWNkODkwMDg0N2RjMzc0M2RhZDhmMGQ5ZDQ3Yjk0MTE4YjM=" target="_blank">ONR HR - Band 4 Communications and Social Media Manager - External V2 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 238kB)

Office for Nuclear Regulation

Band 4 Communications and Social Media Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Data and Performance Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Council - NERC </strong><br><strong>Band: UKRI Band D </strong><br><strong>Full time / Part Time (0.8 FTE Minimum)</strong><br><strong>Salary: £37,841 per annum </strong><br><strong>Location: Polaris House, Swindon - Hybrid working Available </strong><br><strong>Contract: Open Ended </strong><br><strong>Closing Date: 23:55 Sunday 8th February 2026 </strong><br><strong>Interview Date: Week of the 23rd February </strong></p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic, multi-disciplinary Business Insight and Performance Team within the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). The team works across NERC, providing data, analytical and evaluation products and support to colleagues across NERC and UKRI.</p><p>The role requires an agile and flexible performer whose work will help maintain and develop NERC’s robust evidence base and high-quality analytical products to underpin strategic decision making. As part of the role, you will have the opportunity to work in a range of areas, and targeted projects, with opportunities to grow yours skills and build additional competencies prioritised for your development. </p><p>As part of NERC’s Business Insight and Performance function of NERC’s Strategy and Performance Directorate, this role will be based within the Performance and Data Team and will involve matrix working with colleagues in the Analysis and Insight team this role will include : </p><ul><li>Publishing, managing and maintaining various data visualisations and dashboards for NERC to support decision making and improve holistic portfolio visibility.</li><li>Supporting the development of Machine Learning NERC Science Taxonomy to develop the thematic analysis of our investments, aligning with UKRI priorities </li><li>Contributing to the continuous improvement and enhancement of NERCs reporting and data processes</li><li>Preparing and processing of data and information to meet regular reporting requirements, including the use of business systems.</li><li>Co-ordinating NERCs responses to requests for data and information, for e.g., FoI’s.</li><li>Working as part of a team, developing your own technical and non-technical skills, and being an active member of the wider analytical community.</li><li>Promoting use of data to colleagues across the organisation, particular those at senior level to ensure the wider use of evidence-based decision making</li><li>Producing ad-hoc support across NERC using a variety of analytical and statistical methods. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>The below criteria will be assessed at both shortlisting and interview (S&amp;I).</strong></p><p>Applicants are invited to submit a CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should include evidence to support your application and demonstrate your experience against: </p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Educated to a minimum of degree level or offer equivalent experience with data analysis. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Exhibits strong technical proficiency, including advanced Excel capabilities, and working knowledge of data management and analytics tools, software, and programming languages such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Alteryx, R, and Python.(S/I) </li><li>Sound numeric, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with experience of independently preparing data as evidence to support decisions. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Proven ability to collect reporting requirements from a variety of stakeholders and producing data reports that meet the needs of the stakeholder. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Ability to explain technical information to non-technical stakeholders. (I)</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads. (I)</li><li>Strong attention to detail and can produce clear, replicable data reports. (I)</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team. (I)</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with confidence to engage a range of internal stakeholders. (S&amp;I)</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>You have an understanding and knowledge of the UK Research Funding landscape. (S&amp;I)</li><li>Interest in environmental science or related field (S&amp;I)</li><li>Experience of working with/querying relational databases using SQL (S&amp;I) </li><li>Experience or creating interactive dashboards using PowerBI or Tableau (S&amp;I)</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £37,841, UK Research and Innovation contributes £10,962 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>We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package. We are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning!</p><p><strong>A list of benefits below:</strong></p><ul><li>An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme.</li><li>30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent).</li><li>Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities.</li><li>Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice.</li><li>Flexible working options.</li></ul><p>Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance!</p><p>For further information on our benefits please see:</p><p><a href="https://www.discover.ukri.org/benefits-of-working-at-ukri/index.html" target="_blank">Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>For full details, please visit our careers site. Please submit an application including your CV and a Cover Letter that showcases how your skills and experience align to the requirements of the role. </p><p>A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : UKRI Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ukri.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ukri.org</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Recruitment@ukri.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ukri.org</a></li></ul>

UK Research and Innovation

Data and Performance Analyst

Cabinet Office

Head of Delivery, Innovation and International Engagement (G6)

Department for Education

Senior Technical Architect (up to £77,585)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Overview of the job </strong></p><p>Team lead working with individual Probation Delivery and Business Units authoring performance targets and agreeing them with key stakeholders at a national level.</p><p>Team Lead for the team authoring and developing a quality improvement programme tailored to the needs of the division and HMPPS priorities.</p><p>Identifying local performance and quality issues and developing initiatives in response to the identified issues.</p><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>As a member of the Performance and Quality Team the Performance Lead will be responsible for providing performance data which supports activities that enhance organisational effectiveness and enables the organisation to monitor and improve performance.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities, Activities &amp; Duties </strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:</p><p>Lead NPS performance management</p><p>• Lead on the maintenance of national performance standards</p><p>• Research, investigate and report on the reasons for performance at LDU clusterDU level.</p><p>• Undertake and analyse surveys of internal and external customers.</p><p>• Carry out data audit exercises and quality inspection as required.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external requests for performance monitoring information, training or support at LDU cluster level.</p><p>• Maximise the potential use of IT systems and databases in respect of performance management</p><p>• Identify trends across NPS divisions in order to provide the evidence-base for commissioning national interventions</p><p>• Work alongside Performance and Quality Managers in Divisions to establish performance plans and monitor their effectiveness</p><p>• Work with colleagues in the Performance roles in other divisions to share good practice and promote performance initiatives</p><p>Support quality assurance</p><p>• Contribute to the NPS performance and quality improvement strategy</p><p>• Support the communication of the NPS performance and quality improvement strategy and action plans with Divisions and LDUs, external partners and all key stakeholders</p><p>• Support the delivery of practice development in the NPS</p><p>• Implement quality improvement programmes for the national organisation and identify priorities for delivery within the Divisions</p><p>• Monitor external markets, practice, trends and development to ensure best practice internally, bringing this knowledge to bear on the development of effective practice codes and standards to be implemented nationally through the Divisions</p><p>• Build productive working relationships with relevant HQ teams, including Planning &amp; Analysis Group, Commissioning &amp; Commercial Directorate and OMPPG</p><p>Develop Team and Partnership Working</p><p>• Develop productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders</p><p>• Contribute to team and organisation's understanding of its stakeholders and customers</p><p>Plan and organise</p><p>• Contribute to programme implementation</p><p>• Share of knowledge and good practice to inform innovation and improve service delivery</p><p>Communication</p><p>• Providing information, feedback and advice</p><p>• Participate in meetings where appropriate</p><p>Use information to take critical decisions</p><p>• Liaise with team members to receive, collate and analyse information, developing systems and compiling reports as directed</p><p>• Develop and utilise data to identify trends</p><p>• Use appropriate systems, processes and tools for the exchange of sensitive information, data and intelligence</p><p>Diversity and Equality</p><p>• Contribute to a culture and systems that promote equality and value diversity</p><p>• Implement the diversity policies of the service .</p><p>The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.</p><p><strong>Behaviours </strong></p><p>• Managing a Quality Service</p><p>• Working Together</p><p>• Changing and Improving</p><p>• Seeing the Bigger Picture</p><p>• Delivering at Pace</p><p><strong>Essential Experience </strong></p><p>• Demonstrate experience of executing organisational strategy</p><p>• Demonstrate experience of diversity and equality matters</p><p>• Demonstrate experience of stakeholder management</p><p>• Demonstrate experience in using a range of software packages to present, analyse &amp; undertake report development</p><p>• Operational experience of working in a Probation setting</p><p>• Experience of quality systems and implementing quality improvement initiatives</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5358</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/14063?entityId=14063" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/14063?entityId=14063</a>

HM Prison & Probation Service

Performance Lead (South Central) (Ref: 14063)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online. Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from threats such as serious organised crime, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. A role in GCHQ means you’ll have varied and fascinating work in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.</p><p>As a Language Specialist, you’ll use your linguistic expertise to translate and extract key information for our operational teams. You’ll work with a range of foreign language materials, some of which may be technical or specialised in nature. This role goes far beyond translation and transcription, requiring a deep understanding of language, cultural nuances, and socio-cultural and political structures in your work. By drawing on this expertise, you’ll produce considered, informed conclusions and reports that accurately inform live operations.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This is a role with significant influence. Your cultural expertise will be invaluable in supporting our operational teams, providing critical insights and intelligence that inform their work. As a subject matter expert, you’ll also contribute to high-level discussions and forums, helping to shape our understanding of key issues.</p><p>You won’t be working alone. Our thriving language community at GCHQ brings together hundreds of language specialists, creating a rich environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion for language, you’ll have access to a wealth of expertise and feedback to support your continued development.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>You don’t need any previous experience or a formal qualification in French or German to apply, but you should have proficiency in either language to at least CEFR C1 level across all disciplines: reading, writing, speaking, and listening (see explanation below). This should be complemented by a deep understanding of the culture context associated with the language, including the countries and regions where French or German are spoken. This encompasses aspects such as culture, history, religion, and politics. You should be fluent in English and able to translate French or German language materials into accurate and idiomatic English. As part of our recruitment process, we’ll assess your proficiency in written and spoken French or German. If you have skills in other modern foreign languages, we encourage you to highlight them as we’re interested in hearing about your additional language capabilities. </p><p> At C1 level or higher, you’re able to:</p><ul><li>understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts and conversations</li><li>express ideas fluently without excessive searching for words</li><li>use the language effectively in social, academic, or professional situations</li><li>produce well-structured, detailed texts on complex topics<br><br></li></ul><p>You can also access the <a href="https://rm.coe.int/CoERMPublicCommonSearchServices/DisplayDCTMContent?documentId=090000168045bb52" target="_blank">CEFR self-assessment grid</a> for more information on our requirements.</p><p>You don’t need any analytical experience, but you’ll be curious and enjoy putting the pieces of a puzzle together to unlock a bigger picture. You’re someone who brings attention to detail and a can-do attitude to your work, and you’re confident communicating with others.</p><h4>Benefits</h4><p>At GCHQ, we’re passionate about supporting your growth and development as a Language Specialist. From the very start, you’ll have a dedicated mentor to help you settle into your new role and provide guidance every step of the way. Plus, you’ll receive comprehensive training and support to get you up to speed on technical aspects of the job.</p><p>We’re committed to helping you build a fulfilling career in national security, and we’re excited to offer opportunities for growth and development. Within the first five years with us, you’ll have the opportunity to join the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CloL®) and work towards recognised professional linguist qualifications. We’re proud to invest in our people, and we’re confident that you’ll thrive in our supportive and collaborative environment.</p><p>While our roles are typically office-based, we offer flexible working options to support our employees’ work-life balance. These may include flexible hours, part-time working, compressed hours, or homeworking, subject to business needs. We can discuss your needs and explore options that work for you.</p><p>You’ll receive a starting salary of £36,408 plus other benefits including: </p><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days’ public and privilege holidays</li><li>opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme</li><li>interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking)</li><li>an excellent pension scheme</li><li>a cycle-to-work scheme</li><li>facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on-site coffee bars (at some locations)</li><li>paid parental and adoption leave</li><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense: different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and individuals with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from under-represented groups, such as women, individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds.</p><p>Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website.</p><p><strong>We’re Disability Confident</strong></p><p>GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions Disability Confident scheme. This initiative encourages employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident employer, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to candidates who self-identify as disabled and meet essential criteria for the role. This is part of our ‘Offer of Interview’ (OOI) scheme’.</p><p>To secure an interview for this vacancy, you must meet the essential criteria, which will be assessed at the application from sift stage.</p><p>These criteria are: </p><ul><li> a genuine motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies assessed at application form sift</li><li>a high level of proficiency in French, German, or both (by achieving a pass in the language tests)</li></ul><p>We offer a range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to perform at your best. Visit our ‘How to Apply’ page for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer.</p><p><strong>What to expect</strong></p><p>Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here’s a brief overview of each stage: </p><ol><li>Initial application and eligibility sift</li><li>In-person language tests in French, German or both in Cheltenham </li><li>An in-person interview and analysis test in Cheltenham </li></ol><p>Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9 to 12 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer.</p><br><p><strong>Before you apply</strong></p><p>To work at GCHQ, you must be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria.</p><p>This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It’s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process on our website.</p><p>Please note that we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can’t take any recreational drugs, and you’ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage.</p><p>Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure that your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you manage your application with us more discreetly.</p><p>The role is based in Cheltenham, so you’ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs.</p><p>Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member.</p><p><strong>Right to withdraw statement: </strong></p><p>Please be aware that we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li></ul>

GCHQ

Language Specialists – French or German

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Group Manager – Enterprise</strong></p><p>Full time / Part time </p><p>Salary: £57,815 - £65,021, with potential for further progression to £73,211 with our pay progression scheme plus 10% management allowance</p><p>Location: <strong>Hybrid </strong></p><p>Contracted to our Wilmslow, London, Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast office, however, we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need. Please note, from Autumn 2026 our head office will relocate from Wilmslow to Manchester city centre. </p><p><strong>Why work for the ICO?</strong></p><ul><li>Pay progression scheme.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working options. </li><li>25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. </li><li>Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). </li><li>Pension (employer contribution around 28.9%). </li><li>Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. </li><li>Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. </li></ul><p>Further details can be found on the benefits section of our <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/benefits/" target="_blank">website</a> . </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We are looking for <strong>two</strong> Group Managers to lead our Digital Firms and Online Safety teams.</p><p>Digital Firms Team (Fixed term until March 2027) – The Digital Firms team is responsible for the ICO’s supervision of the highest priority ‘big tech’ firms operating in the UK economy (including GAMAM). You will be responsible for leading strategic regulatory interventions to drive changes in how these firms approach data processing in high priority areas (e.g. AI, and children’s privacy). </p><p>The Enterprise Department sits within the ICO’s Technology, Innovation and Enterprise Directorate, charged with supervising and influencing the most significant firms in the digital economy (e.g. social media platforms and AI developers) to demonstrate high standards of data protection across their full range of products and activities. This work is delivered in partnership with the UK’s other major digital regulators, including through the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum, which brings together Ofcom, the Competition and Markets Authority, Financial Conduct Authority, and the ICO to maximise the synergies between our regulatory regimes.</p><p>The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the independent regulator of information rights. In a data-driven world, we provide advice, guidance, and support to organisations enabling compliance with their obligations, as well as protecting individuals and their personal data. As an employer, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives and careers of our people, and we empower you to be curious, impactful, collaborative and respectful.</p><p><strong>Job description</strong></p><p>Online Safety Team (Permanent) – The Online Safety Team owns and leads the ICO’s relationship with Ofcom and managing the intersection of the Online Safety Act and data protection law to create an environment of regulatory certainty for businesses. You will also be responsible for leading strategic regulatory interventions to drive changes in firms approach to data processing in high priority areas relating to online safety. </p><p>You will lead a team delivering major regulatory interventions across the digital economy to address data protection non‑compliance and advance the ICO’s strategic objectives. The role involves developing a high‑performing team capable of analysing emerging policies and technologies and making sound regulatory recommendations. It requires strong relationship‑building and senior‑level stakeholder engagement, including managing the ICO’s partnership with Ofcom and coordinating work across data protection and online safety regimes. You will operate with significant autonomy, working closely with senior leaders and regularly providing them with advice, briefings, and policy papers on complex issues.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><ul><li>Grow, coach and lead the Digital Firms or Online Safety team ensuring that team members are clear about expected standards of performance, motivated and equipped to deliver results.</li><li>Build and maintain productive and strategic relationships with the most significant firms in the digital economy, taking on challenging conversations and delivering strategic regulatory interventions to drive forward the ICO’s regulatory goals.</li><li>Provide strategic advice and support to the Commissioner, CEO and Executive Team, including the delivering of timely and high-quality written briefings.</li><li>Build and maintain excellent working relationships with key internal stakeholders and manage multi-disciplinary teams to delivering strategic regulatory interventions to tackle high-priority compliance issues (e.g. policy development and upstream engagement).</li><li>Manage the ICO’s relationship with Ofcom to manage the interface between data protection and online safety regimes, including leading the ICO’s input into external consultations and policy discussions as needed.</li><li>Lead and contribute to strategic thought leadership in the Enterprise Department to influence the ICO’s approach to strategic regulatory interventions.</li></ul><p><strong>Person specification</strong></p><p>Essential criteria assessed at application stage:</p><ul><li>Substantial experience relevant to the role requirements, as described in the role responsibilities and person specification, and accumulated through any combination of academic or vocational qualifications or experience. Which could have been gained from a policy, regulatory, operational, or corporate environment.</li><li>Strategic Leadership &amp; Delivery: Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to lead projects, drive organisational goals, and build engaged stakeholder communities (also measured at interview)</li><li>Analytical &amp; Regulatory Expertise: Skilled at interpreting complex information such as legislation, operational rules, or procedures. Experience with data protection or related regulatory frameworks is beneficial (also measured at interview.</li><li>Research &amp; Horizon Scanning: Able to identify emerging issues and technologies, commission research, test hypotheses, and apply horizon scanning techniques.</li></ul><p>Essential criteria assessed during interview:</p><ul><li>Leadership &amp; People Management: Proven ability to lead teams or complex projects, set and deliver against performance targets, and manage staff development and performance effectively.</li><li>High Quality Written Communication: Able to analyse complex issues and legislation and produce clear, persuasive written arguments tailored to different audiences.</li><li>Understanding of Political &amp; Regulatory Context: Knowledge of UK and international parliamentary, democratic, political, and regulatory systems, particularly as they relate to the digital economy and privacy.</li><li>Verbal Communication &amp; Representation: Confident communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to represent the ICO effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>Resilience &amp; Prioritisation: Comfortable working under pressure, managing competing priorities, and maintaining high standards in demanding environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Equality, diversity, and inclusion</strong></p><p>The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. </p><p>Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy will be invited to interview as part of the ICO’s commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. </p><p>As part of the ICO’s commitment to our EDI objectives and creating a workplace that represents the communities and societies we serve, we guarantee an interview to candidates who declare they identify as belonging from an ethnic minority background and who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy</p><p>If you are disabled or have an impairment and require an alternative application method, please email the HR team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £57,815, Information Commissioner's Office contributes £16,749 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>Please visit <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/" target="_blank">ico.jobs </a>for full details, including salary and benefits.<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Please submit your CV and cover letter by <strong>23:59, 15 February</strong> Your cover letter should be no more than 1,000 words and should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a>.</p><p>In the event of a high volume of applications, we may not be able to invite all candidates who meet the minimum criteria to interview. However, we encourage you stay in touch and apply for future roles that match your interests.</p><p>All candidates who meet the minimum criteria and apply in-line with our guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ethnic minority applicants will be interviewed.</p><p>Clearance Required for this role:</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Group-Manager---Enterprise_JR704" target="_blank">https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Group-Manager---Enterprise_JR704</a>

Information Commissioner's Office

Group Manager – Enterprise

National Crime Agency

Senior Officer - DDaT Financial Performance

Infrastructure Engineer - Security (EO & SEO)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We are currently looking for a <strong>Head of Commercial - Corporate </strong>to join our<strong> Commercial </strong>function within the <strong>Corporate</strong>group.</p><p>This is a <strong>full-time </strong>opportunity, on a <strong>permanent </strong>basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU or South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. </p><p>Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites. </p><p>We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.</p><p></p><p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p><p>The Commercial team reports to the Chief Finance Officer and makes up part of the wider Finance Group. The Commercial team is responsible for the purchase of goods in services in the categories of Digital and Technology, Facilities Management, Science and Corporate; with around 400 contracts across the categories and with a spend of circa~£120m per annum.</p><p>Main aims are: driving value for money, embedding a stronger commercial focus, reducing risk and improving commercial capability across the MHRA.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What’s the role?</strong></p><p>The Head of Commercial Corporate will be responsible for managing a pipeline of procurement activity for the Corporate Category, which includes but not limited to the subcategories of Communications, Human Resources, Professional Services, Travel and Finance, ensuring an acute focus on value creation and risk management. The post holder will possess subject matter expertise across subcategories products and services and have a keen insight on market drivers. </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Running end to end complex tenders for the Corporate category (Comms, HR, Professional Services, Travel etc) </li><li> Stakeholder management during the procurement process and complete contract life cycle. </li><li> Provide leadership for a very small Category team and provide expert Public Sector Commercial advice to all MHRA staff. </li><li> Draft Commercial processes and templates in line with current UK Gov legislation. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></p><p>Our successful candidates will have the following:</p><ul><li>Knowledge and experience of e-tendering platforms. Extensive Atamis experience would be useful but not mandatory if there is a willingness to get up to speed quickly. </li><li>Must be a good communicator to staff at all grades and external stakeholders. Capable of influencing with integrity and respect. </li><li>Proved ability to develop sourcing strategies that minimise risk to the buyer side. </li><li>Solid experience of procuring goods and services within the Public Sector, with some experience of complex, new or novel procurements. </li><li>Ability to interpret, challenge and draft contractual terms and conditions using UK Government templates. </li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification: </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Behaviour Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing<strong> (I)</strong></li><li>Seeing the Big Picture <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Changing and Improving <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven track record as a leader driving commercial best practice within your team and stakeholder community <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Experience of managing competing demands for priorities and resources. <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Building effective relationships across teams and within stakeholder community. <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Ability to develop sourcing strategies that minimize RISK and maximize value or money <strong>(A)</strong></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Technical Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of procuring goods and services in the Corporate Category, which includes but not limited to the subcategories of Communications, Human Resources, Professional Services, Travel and Finance. Public Sector experience using PCR2015 and Procurement Act 2023 desirable but not required. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li>And the ability to interpret, challenge and draft contractual terms and conditions during procurement activity as part of the commercial lifecycle. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li>Ability to communicate commercial complexity when using novel approaches to deliver public sector procurements and act in an advisory capacity to senior stakeholders that enables them to arrive at informed decisions and take calculated risk. <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Have a working knowledge of E-Procurement Platforms preferably ATAMIS <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>MCIPS qualification desired but not required. <strong>(A)</strong></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Strengths Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Problem Solver <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Team Player <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p>If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4366122929/?pathWildcard=4366122929&amp;trk=mcm" target="_blank"><strong>please click here for further details</strong></a></p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £60,778, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £17,607 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays </li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day </li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff </li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay </li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service</li><li>Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information <a href="http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/</a> For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666 </li><li>Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance </li><li>Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan </li><li>Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund </li><li>Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA)</li><li>Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs </li><li>On-going learning and development</li></ul><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>The selection process:</strong></p><p>We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">find out more here</a>. </p><ul><li><strong>Application</strong>, which will include a CV and supporting statement, which should demonstrate how you meet the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria. Please submit your application to Archer Mac by visiting this link <strong><a href="https://shorturl.at/SW4QJ" target="_blank">https://shorturl.at/SW4QJ</a></strong></li><li><strong>Interview</strong>, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.</li></ul><p>Closing date: 15 February 2026</p><p>Shortlisting date: 19 or 20 February 2026</p><p>Interview date: 26 or 27 February 2026</p><p>Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.</p><p>Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard?_ga=2.149328757.2118900794.1613132232-433185063.1580991281" target="_blank">basic personnel security standard checks</a>.</p><p>Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:</p><ul><li> Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens</li><li> Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings</li><li> Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required</li><li> Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.</li></ul><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. </p><p>Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the MHRA Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk</a></p><p><a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a></p><p>Civil Service Commission </p><p>Room G/8 </p><p>1 Horse Guards Road </p><p>London </p><p>SW1A 2HQ </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>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 : Stephanie Robinson - 07513 221028</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:stephanie.robinson@ArcherMac.co.uk" target="_blank">stephanie.robinson@ArcherMac.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Resourcing Team at <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk - <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a> - Civil Service Commission Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1A 2HQ<br><br>

Head of Commercial Corporate - £60,778 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Government Office for Science is launching a new Leadership Development Scheme for mid-career scientists and engineers.</p><ul><li> Do you work in academia, industry, or the public sector? </li><li> Are you passionate about using your science or engineering expertise to make a difference to national challenges?</li><li> Are you interested in developing your leadership skills and increasing your ability to influence and have impact on policy or government activities?</li></ul><p>This part-time, 12-month learning and development scheme is designed to enhance your leadership capabilities and develop your understanding of how the Civil Service functions, including how government uses science and engineering to shape and deliver policy. </p><p>The scheme will build your effectiveness to be able to shape and inform policy issues and guide programme delivery. It will enable you to become more influential on national and international challenges, more impactful within a policy environment and more effective in using your expertise to deliver better outcomes for citizens. </p><p>As a participant, you will develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to help you engage effectively across government in your day-to-day role as a scientist or engineer. Exposure to senior civil service roles and functions, in addition to bespoke coaching and mentoring during the scheme, will help you explore what leadership means as a scientist, engineer, or civil servant, and how you can develop the skills and behaviours to support your career development.</p><p>Participation in this scheme will be offered approximately one learning day each month over the course of 12 months, starting from Spring 2026.</p><p>The course will be delivered primarily through online events. There will also be optional online learning modules, informal learning opportunities, and tailored mentoring which will be flexible around participant’s availability</p><p>Depending on candidate availability and feedback, we will also offer the option of in-person workshops in locations around the UK. Travel and subsistence costs and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed by the Government Office for Science in line with our expenses policy.</p><p>This is a pilot scheme in its first year and participants will be asked to provide feedback throughout the programme to shape activities and the approach for future years. This will also be used to refine the scheme for future iterations.</p><p>The deadline for applications is 23:55 Monday 9th February 2026.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Purpose of the Leadership Development Scheme</strong></p><p>This new pilot scheme offers Leadership Development for mid-career scientists and engineers from across academia, industry and the public sector (public and civil servants) and related organisations.</p><p>The scheme aims to: </p><ul><li>Build awareness of how government works – by strengthening your knowledge of how the Government develops, creates and delivers policy. This will include an introduction to leadership, management, culture and ways of working across the Civil Service. Training on professional standards for Senior Civil Service recruitment and performance will also be delivered; </li><li>Develop understanding of science and engineering advice for government - by giving participants an understanding of the range of ways in which science and engineering expertise and knowledge is used. This will include how it is utilised to shape, contribute to and inform policymaking and delivery of public services; </li><li>Demystify Civil Service professions and functions – by breaking down barriers and challenging myths around the work of the Civil Service. This includes explaining Civil Service recruitment processes and learning about the roles of scientists and engineering in the Civil Service. Other professions and functions will also be explored; </li><li>Support your leadership journey: <ul><li>Supporting participants to reflect on their own leadership and professional skills and experience and how these align to civil service frameworks and needs;</li><li>Enabling participants to build networks of contacts within leadership cohorts across the wider Civil Service, industry and academia. Included in this is the option of an alumni scheme for continued engagement;</li><li>Offer a mentoring scheme to participants on the programme to learn directly from Civil Service leaders across a range of different roles.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>What is involved</strong></p><p>This programme will be delivered by Government Office for Science, with support and in partnership with Senior Civil Servants from across government as well as the Government Policy Profession, government experts, and professional leadership development trainers.</p><p>Participation in this scheme will require a commitment of approximately 1 day a month over the course of 12 months, beginning from early 2026. A full schedule of activities will be provided in advance, with a minimum commitment of 12 days of core content plus optional additional opportunities including mentoring and participation on government events.</p><p>The course will be delivered through a blend of online and in-person events based in locations around the UK, with travel and subsistence costs and reasonable expenses reimbursed by the Government Office for Science.</p><p><strong>By applying for this scheme, candidates confirm that they have discussed with their employers if necessary and have appropriate arrangements in place to support full participation across the year.</strong></p><p>Please see the candidate pack for more details.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility</strong></p><p>This programme is for mid-career scientists and engineers who wish to develop their leadership potential, use their expertise in public service, drive forward new ideas or approaches to benefit others and make a significant contribution to national goals. It is aimed at those who have a strong interest in working with or in the Civil Service and who want to build their skills for leadership and influencing effectively in a policy or delivery environment or improving public service delivery.</p><p>We welcome applications from academia, industry and the public sector including scientists or engineers currently based in a Government Department, Public Sector Research Establishment or Arms’ Length Body, who meet the criteria outlined below, and who are currently seeking a senior leadership role.</p><p>In line with the UK Government’s <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/places-for-growth" target="_blank">Places for Growth</a> initiative, we would especially welcome applications from candidates based in academia, industry, and the wider Civil Service who are based outside of London and South-East England.</p><p><strong><em>Please note the two essential criteria for this scheme:</em></strong></p><ol><li><strong>Academic or professional qualifications:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Candidates from academia must hold a PhD in a science, engineering, or social/behavioural science subject</li><li>Candidates from outside academia must hold a PhD or hold a post graduate qualification in a STEM field (at least Masters level) and a professional qualification that demonstrates depth of specialist science or engineering knowledge and its practical application to solve complex problems.</li></ul><ol><li></li><li><strong>Career stage:</strong></li></ol><p>Candidates must currently hold a position that demonstrates senior responsibility for science or engineering knowledge development, management of the work of other scientists or engineers, or management of projects including providing technical oversight. Responsibility should be equivalent to one of the following:</p><ul><li>For candidates from an academic or research environment, such as a university or research organisation, the expected level of seniority would range from Early Career Fellowship, Research Fellow or Junior Group Lead to Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor;</li><li> For candidates from industry or public sector settings, the expected level of seniority would be equivalent to Senior Scientist or Engineer, Technical Leader e.g. Lead Technician or Lead Engineer, Programme or Project Manager or Director.</li><li> Current civil servants applying for the scheme must be a substantive Grade 6 or Grade 7 and must not be undergoing any formal performance procedures. </li></ul><h4>Licences</h4>Though specific licences are not required to be eligible for this scheme, you must confirm that you hold postgraduate and professional qualifications that meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme (as indicated in the candidate pack).<h4>Memberships</h4>Though specific memberships are not required to be eligible for this scheme, you must confirm that you hold relevant experience that meets our definition of mid-career stage, as indicated in the candidate pack. You must indicate this experience on your CV.<h4>Benefits</h4>Please see the attached Candidate Information pack for further information.<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>You will need to register for a Civil Service Jobs account to complete your application. </p><p>As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit information on the following: </p><ul><li><strong>The qualifications you hold. </strong><ol><li>You should note the qualification requirements as part of the scheme’s eligibility criteria, and indicate any relevant qualifications in the ‘qualifications’ box in the Civil Service Jobs application portal. </li><li>To ensure the fair assessment of applications, you <strong>should not </strong>indicate the academic institutions where you were awarded your qualifications. </li><li>You qualification information will be checked against the essential criteria for this scheme. </li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>A CV, broken down into ‘Employment History’ and ‘Skills and Experience’. </strong><ol><li>You should use the Employment History box (750-word limit) to concisely list your current and prior job roles, organisations/institutions (including academic institutions, if relevant) and dates. </li><li>You should then use the Skills and Experience box (750-word limit) to expand on the specific skills and responsibilities of each role. This should also include any relevant professional qualifications you may hold (such as charterships or fellowships of learned societies). </li><li>Your employment information will be checked against the essential criteria for this scheme. </li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Your motivation for applying to this scheme. </strong></li><li>You will be asked to provide a 1250-word personal statement describing your motivation drivers and your interest in leadership and senior government work, referring to your prior experience where relevant.</li><li>The personal statement should outline: <ol><li><ol><li>why you have applied to join the Leadership Development Scheme, and which elements of the course are particularly important for you and your development </li><li>how the scheme will benefit your career plans in the future </li><li>what you can offer to others on the scheme, given the networking opportunities provided by this course.</li></ol></li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Your career track.</strong></li></ul><p>You will be asked to indicate the career background or sector from which you are currently based. Please select the label which best fits your current role:</p><ul><li>Academia</li><li>Industry</li><li>Public sector</li><li>Civil service</li><li>Other</li></ul><p>Please note that this is not part of the selection criteria. We will use this information to confirm how the eligibility criteria outlined above applies to your application, and to evaluate our communications approach to ensure we attract a balanced sector diversity for the cohort.</p><ul><li><strong>Your location</strong>. You will be asked to indicate your regional location as part of the application. Note: This is not part of the selection criteria – this information will be used to inform logistical planning for delivery of the scheme, and to evaluate our communications approach to ensure we attract a balanced geographic diversity for the cohort. </li></ul><p>For further information, please refer to the candidate pack.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>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 : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the recruitment principles, and wish to make a complaint, then you should contact in the first instance <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitment.GRS@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitment.GRS@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMjUmdmVyaWZ5PTQwOGE2NmJkMTJjMmRjM2UxOTNhNTZjYzUzMjg1MjMwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NTU5LTQ4ZGZhZTM4M2M2M2MxZWRhMmE3OTZkZDUyYTA1NjdmYTczNzRmOTY=" target="_blank">Go Science Mid Career Scientist-compressed Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 937kB)

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

Government Office for Science (GOS) - Leadership Development Scheme for Mid-Career Scientists and Engineers

Deputy Director, Project Delivery - £81,000 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We’re looking for two exceptional Senior Developers to help make a real difference by supporting our armed forces, wherever their work takes them around the world. </p><p><strong>Your world of expertise</strong></p><p>As a Senior Developer in our Defence Data Services, you will create and maintain systems which bridge the gap between our front-end products and the back-end science, ensuring that we are able to make the very best use of our ever-evolving supercomputer capability. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to work in a development team that has a wide-reaching and positive impact, helping people to stay safe and thrive around the globe. </p><p>You will work with your team to understand, design, and implement modern, full stack, cloud-based solutions. You will work collaboratively with your peers in the Science and Technology community, building relationships and sharing your knowledge. </p><p>Within our applications team, you will develop and support systems that help our users understand the impact that weather has on their operational safety and effectiveness. </p><p>The team primarily develops in Java, JavaScript, and Python. They deploy to a variety of environments including Windows devices and Linux on AWS, utilising AWS CDK, CloudFormation, and Docker containerisation. </p><p>To find out more about Technology at the Met Office, please take a look <a href="https://careers.metoffice.gov.uk/key-roles-met-office/technology" target="_blank">here.</a></p><p><strong>World changing work</strong></p><p>From science to technology, from meteorology to management, and from planning to communication, our expertise helps us stand out as the authority on weather accuracy and climate prediction. We help individuals, industries and government to make better decisions to stay safe and thrive. This is the Met Office. This is who we are. </p><ul><li>We’re a force for good - focusing on our environmental and social impact</li><li>We’re experts by nature - always learning and developing to do things better</li><li>We live and breathe it - putting our purpose at the heart of decision-making</li><li>We’re better together - understanding partnerships and inclusivity make us greater</li><li>We keep evolving - pushing boundaries to make tomorrow better for our customers</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Your key duties</strong></p><ul><li>Lead agile development projects</li><li>Plan and lead development of sets of related user stories</li><li>Find ways to improve system robustness, resilience and stability</li><li>Design,code,test, and document software solutions</li><li>Mentor and support junior developers</li><li>Collaborate with other disciplines to fully understand the software requirements</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ol><li>Programming and build (software engineering): You can collaborate with others, when necessary, to review specifications. You can use the agreed specifications to design, code, test, and document programs or scripts of medium-to-high complexity, using modern standards and technologies including Python and/or Java. (Expert by nature)</li><li>Systems Design (Integration and Service Support): You can design and review cost efficient systems using design standards, methods tools, and ensure they are applied effectively. You can identify and articulate risks and their potential impacts. You can apply efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. You can define the integration build and co-ordinate build activities across systems to undertake and support integration testing activities. You can identify, locate, and fix faults and design support processes for others to follow to keep services operational. (We live and breathe it)</li><li>User focus: You can collaborate with user researchers and can represent users internally. You can explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user. Champion user research to focus on all users. Prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so. Offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to use.</li><li>Information Security: You understand information security and can design solutions and services with security controls embedded, specifically engineered with mitigation of security threats as a core feature.</li><li>Team Membership: You approach your work as a team, working with others across multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed teams. You can share your expertise with others in the team as needed including mentoring and coaching junior members. When needed, you can lead a team and ensure that work is done to the highest quality and in a timely manner.</li></ol><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £43,081, Met Office contributes £12,480 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>Why join us</strong></p><p>Our work is life-changing, often life-saving and always life-enhancing. The Met Office is accredited as a 'Great Place to Work UK 2023' and in addition has achieved a place on both the UK's 'Best Workplaces in Tech' and 'Best Workplaces for Women' lists. </p><p>As our Senior Developer, your total reward package will be up to £65,568 annually, which includes: </p><ul><li>£43,081 base pay</li><li>An outstanding Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 27%</li><li>Recruitment Retention Allowance (RRA) you will be paid £5,300 per annum as a market supplement to reflect the demand for your skills. Whilst in post, you will be paid this market driven allowance until 31st March 2027.</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising to 32.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) after 5 years and option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year of annual leave</li></ul><p>Our people are at the heart of what we do and we'll do our best to agree a working pattern that works for everyone. </p><p>This opportunity is full time, 37 hours per week, but we would also consider applicants wishing to work a minimum of 30 hours per week </p><p>The job may be suitable for hybrid working, which is where an employee works part of the week in the office and part of the week from home. This is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and the location advertised will be your contractual place of work. </p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>If you share our values, we’d love to hear from you! Click apply to begin your application. Please complete your career history and provide evidence against each of the essential criteria in the supporting statement questionnaire. </p><p>We recommend candidates use the CARL (Context, Action, Result and Learning) method the help best demonstrate your experience and skills. When providing examples, you should include the <strong>context</strong> of the example, The <strong>action</strong> you took, what the <strong>result</strong> was and any <strong>learning</strong> you took from this example. </p><p>We suggest 300 to 500 words per answer to keep your response focused and impactful. </p><p>Closing date 08/02/2026 at 23:59 with first stage interviews commencing from 02/03/2026. You will hear from us once the closing date has passed. </p><p><strong>Using AI in your application</strong></p><p>We welcome applications that use AI tools for support in drafting or refining, as long as they accurately reflect your own skills and experience. All hiring decisions at the Met Office are made by people, not AI. For more details, visit <a href="https://careers.metoffice.gov.uk/join-us/our-approach-recruitment" target="_blank">our approach to recruitment</a>. </p><p><strong>How we can help</strong></p><p>If you would like to better understand the organisation, the role or have any questions please contact us at <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a>. </p><p>If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch. You can request adjustments either within your application or by contacting us. Should you be offered an interview, this will include a Codility Test prior to the interview. You can select in your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme. To be invited to interview/assessment under this scheme, your application must meet the essential criteria for the role. </p><p>We understand that great minds don’t always think alike and as an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from those with all protected characteristics. We recruit on merit, fairness, and open competition in line with the Civil Service Code. </p><p>We can only accept applications from those eligible to live and work in the UK - please refer to GOV.UK for information. We require Security clearance, for which you need to have resided in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years to be eligible. You will need to achieve full security clearance within your first 6 months with us. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>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 : Resourcing Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul>

Met Office

Senior Developer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>In the Department of Health and Social Care, we are proud of our purpose – to enable everyone to live more independent, healthier lives for longer. To achieve this, and create a great place to work, we have four values: we are inclusive, we constantly improve, we challenge, and we are agile. If this sounds like an environment you would like to work in, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>The Diary and Business Support Officer will support senior leaders within the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to support senior leaders as they deliver the NHS 10 Year Plan and drive the creation of a new DHSC that will integrate NHSE. The new organisation will be leaner, more agile, and bring policy and delivery together to improve health outcomes for the population.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>As the primary point of contact for administrative and business support requirements, you will efficiently manage calendars to ensure leaders are able to attend meetings as needed. You will respond promptly to requests, adapting schedules to accommodate changes as they arise.</p><p>You will ensure leaders can fulfil their responsibilities as line managers and senior decision-makers, prioritising time with their teams and balancing competing demands. Building strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders will be essential. In addition, you will coordinate arrangements for external meetings and visits, and provide support for team activities such as internal meetings and away days.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Role responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex diaries for senior leaders, anticipating and resolving scheduling conflicts.</li><li>Provide inbox support by identifying urgent emails and flagging for action.</li><li>Maintain an understanding of organisational priorities and reflect these in diary commitments.</li><li>Plan and organise internal and external meetings, video conferences, and visits.</li><li>Ensure briefing materials and papers are prepared and available in advance.</li><li>Arrange logistics such as booking rooms, greeting guests, and coordinating travel and accommodation.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders.</li><li>Support team meetings, away days, and onboarding of new staff.</li><li>Maintain distribution lists and organisational charts.</li><li>Provide cover for other colleagues during absence and share best practice.</li><li>Contribute to the corporate life of the team and wider organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>Key skills and experience required for the role</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to make decisions under pressure and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and adaptable approach.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills.</li><li>Competence in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.</li><li>Professionalism when handling sensitive information.</li></ul><p>Your normal place of work will be your contractual primary workplace, usually either London or Leeds. Within DHSC we offer non-contractual hybrid working. The expectation at present is a minimum of 60% of your working time spent in the office, enabling in person interaction and collaboration, and enhancing team working, learning, and support.</p><p>You will be asked to express a location preference during the application process. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas and some travel may be required across the DHSC estate.</p><p>Opportunities for some working from home may be available; other flexible working options may be discussed with the hiring manager in line with individual circumstances and business need.</p><p>There are a limited number of DHSC colleagues who have existing agreed homeworking contracts resulting from Our Future Estate Programme 2023-2024. Colleagues covered by these arrangements are eligible to apply for this role whilst continuing their agreed existing home working arrangement. Occasional travel to DHSC offices or other locations may still be required according to business need. Travel and subsistence will be provided in line with the pre-agreed homeworker arrangements.</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,642, Department of Health and Social Care contributes £8,587 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>Applications will be sifted W/C: 16/02/2026</p><p>Interview date: W/C 09/03/2026</p><p>Interview location: By video</p><p>Further details and interview slots will be released to candidates who are successful at sift.</p><p>After submission of the first stage of your application you will be invited to complete a Civil Service Judgement Test. If you successfully pass the test, you will be invited to complete the final stage of the application. </p><p>Please complete the online tests as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended), the closing date for the tests is 23:55 on 15/02/2026. If you fail to complete the online test before the deadline your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the test will be available when you are invited to take the test. The tests are administered online and accessed via the CS Jobs website.</p><p>Applications will be sifted on your CV and personal statement.</p><p>Please use your CV to set out your career history, highlighting specific responsibilities and achievements that are relevant for this role. These can be found in the ‘key skills and experience required for the role’ section of the advert. </p><p>Please use your personal statement to (in no more than 500 words) outline how you meet the key skills and experience required for the role as set out in the job advert.</p><p>At interview candidates will be assessed on behaviours and strengths.</p><p>To find out more about working in the department please visit our page on the Civil Service careers website <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-department-of-health-social-care/%20and%20to%20find%20out%20more%20information%20on%20how%20to%20apply%20visit%20the%20Civil%20Service%20careers%20website%20https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-department-of-health-social-care/ and to find out more information on how to apply visit the Civil Service careers website https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a></p><p>Applicants who are appointable but were not successful in appointment to this vacancy, may be held on a reserve list for up to 12 months, and contacted if similar vacancies become available.</p><p>Please be aware that some travel may be required across the DHSC estate.</p><p>Candidates must ensure that all information provided in their application is factually accurate. Any examples provided must be taken from personal experience. The Civil Service abides by honesty and integrity as part of its core values, if evidence of plagiarism is found, applications may be withdrawn.</p><p>Please note that applicants will require BPSS clearance.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>Any move to DHSC from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">visit the Childcare Choices website</a>. </p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustment</strong></p><p>If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. </p><p>If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: </p><p>Contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. </p><p>Complete the ‘Assistance required’ section in the ‘Additional requirements’ page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. </p><p>If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. </p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf.</p><p>However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. </p><p>New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.</p><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. </p><p>A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.</p><p>If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.</p><p>This role is being advertised on a permanent basis. If preferable, Loan or Secondment options will also be available for existing Civil Servants (Loan) and applicants from accredited NDPBs or any other employer (Secondment). Prior agreement to be released on a loan basis must be obtained before commencing the application process. In the case of Civil Servants, the terms of the loan will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant. This includes grade on return.</p><p><strong>Terms and Conditions</strong></p><p>Candidates should note that DHSC’s Terms and Conditions of employment changed from <strong>1 October 2013</strong>. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of the terms and conditions they will adopt should they be successful. </p><p><strong>New Entrants to the Civil Service</strong></p><p>New entrants appointed in grades AA to G6 will receive DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions:</p><ul><li>Annual Leave: 25 days on entry rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff</li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day - for the King’s birthday</li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff</li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): one month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months’ full pay and five months’ half pay</li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allow staff to be mobile across the Civil Service</li><li>Probation: 6 month probation period</li></ul><p><strong>Existing Civil Service staff transferring from another Government department, on either level transfer or promotion</strong></p><p>All staff moving to DHSC will transfer onto DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions (as outlined above). </p><p><strong>Existing DHSC staff, appointed on promotion</strong></p><p>If DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions are already held, the employee will retain those terms and conditions. If DHSC’s pre-modernised terms and conditions are held, the employee will transfer onto DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions (as outlined above).</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.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 : Huma Ansari</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Second.permanent.secretary@dhsc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Second.permanent.secretary@dhsc.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the DHSC Central Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:DHSCrecruitment@dhsc.gov.uk" target="_blank">DHSCrecruitment@dhsc.gov.uk</a> <br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzEmdmVyaWZ5PTViYzZlODcyODFjODBiNDY0NTI5ZTk3YmE4NzgxYTBiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njg0LWZmMGQ1YTUwMDc5YTFmZDlkODVmY2Q1ZjkyMWQ2MjQ0Zjc2MWNlMTQ=" target="_blank">General Pay Principles on Recruitment Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 72kB)

Department of Health and Social Care

Diary and Business Support Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>Nationality, visas, and vetting: For security reasons this role is open to sole UK nationals only. A ‘sole UK national’ refers to an individual who holds citizenship solely in the UK, without dual citizenship or nationality from another country.</p><p>We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><p>SC clearance: This requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months.</p><p>Some positions may require joining with SC clearance and obtaining DV once in post: This requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 10 years and obtain <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Funited-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels%2Fnational-security-vetting-clearance-levels&amp;data=05%7C02%7CMegan.Evans250%40mod.gov.uk%7Cf0d97aa9740a426d5ed508dc53f25a23%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C638477547563615118%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=LsOk8IYww2ZRvMB0OjPfFYg8p5DgFsPnqaaSvhEtKPU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you have been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining DV security clearance can be a lengthy process. You’ll join us once Security Check (SC) clearance is obtained, and then the more enhanced DV checks will continue after you’ve started your employment. If DV clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months, we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This position can be based at either of the following DE&amp;S sites –</p><ul><li>MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon, BS34 8JH</li><li>MOD Kentigern Hose, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 8EX </li></ul><p>As a Corporate Security Adviser Lead, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of DE&amp;S projects by providing authoritative advice and guidance on security and risk management, ensuring full compliance with MOD policies and standards. Working closely with project teams, stakeholders, and external partners, you will identify, evaluate, and mitigate security risks to protect sensitive information, assets, and operational activities. In addition to this, you will provide assurance to defence industry partners and carry out ad‑hoc on‑site security assurance assessments, ensuring that Defence assets are appropriately protected across sites belonging to DE&amp;S, the SDA, and industry partners. </p><p>You will promote a strong culture of security awareness and resilience across your assigned projects. This includes fostering effective collaboration between technical, operational, and security teams to ensure that security considerations are not only reactive but proactively embedded throughout project planning and delivery. Your leadership will be essential in balancing operational priorities with robust security measures, enabling projects to be delivered on time and within scope without compromising safety or assurance.</p><p>We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 60% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Provide security advice to DE&amp;S Delivery Teams and Industry, including addressing and mitigating security risks and issues, and establish and maintain a security culture.</li><li>Develop complex and innovative risk management plans, enabling DE&amp;S to deliver balanced and cost–effective risk management decisions based on advanced threat principles and concepts.</li><li>Lead risk assessment and mitigation plan development. Ensure that risk is embedded in DE&amp;S governance processes and integrates risk management processes into appropriate business activities.</li><li>Co-ordinate the security requirements and service requests for DE&amp;S, acting as an intelligent customer to the HMG Security Centre’s of Excellence.</li><li>Manage the development and maintenance of DE&amp;S policies, products, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Develop and apply new concepts in Protective security, involving the other specialisms.</li><li>Actively participate, on behalf of DE&amp;S, with the HMG Security Centre’s of Excellence to ensure security consistency and maintain security and risk standards across DE&amp;S and wider MoD.</li><li>Explain the principal requirements of major legislative regulatory instruments relevant to security, and the legal and regulation relevant to the role. Review and implement alterations to operating procedures in response to changes in regulations. Report residual non-compliance to management in accordance with DE&amp;S procedures.</li><li>Maintain understanding of local and strategic threat environments, and trends affecting the landscape. Use local and strategic threat information in decision-making and planning. Communicate tailored threat information to relevant local stakeholders within DE&amp;S.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li><strong>Lead Essential Criteria</strong> - Substantial experience in conducting Risk Management Frameworks.</li><li>Substantial experience of leading security teams in at least two security disciplines e.g. Physical Security, Personnel Security, Business Continuity, Information Assurance.</li><li>Relevant industry or government qualifications and accreditations, such as the Security Institute Level 7 Diploma (e.g. CSMP Level 6 Diploma, Certified Protection Professional (CPP), CISSP, or similar), or demonstrable equivalent professional experience. </li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Communicating and Influencing - CSBC 4 </li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Seeing the Big Picture - CSBC 4 </li><li>Technical Competence 1: Protective Security – Practitioner level </li><li>Technical Competence 2: Risk understanding and mitigation – Practitioner level </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £59,200, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,150 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working options</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So, whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a><strong></strong></li></ul><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’ </p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: </p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. </li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to use the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p> If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Michael Ponsford</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzImdmVyaWZ5PWI4ZjBkYWY3YjRkZDY1NDk2OTViN2Y0MTZmYTJmMTZjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzQ4LTYxYzI3Y2MxYTcwNzU3YzBmNDZkMDE4ODUzNmQ2ODIxODkwYTgwZDc=" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 11MB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzMmdmVyaWZ5PTU3ZmY1M2FiNjkyYzk5YTJmMjU2MjQxYmYyYWNiNDUxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzQ4LTYxYzI3Y2MxYTcwNzU3YzBmNDZkMDE4ODUzNmQ2ODIxODkwYTgwZDc=" target="_blank">DES Security Profession Competency Framework- official (002) (2) Opens in new window</a> (docx, 70kB)

Ministry of Defence

DE&S Corporate Security Adviser Lead

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Are you ready to lead a dynamic, high-performing team within Defence? Join us at Defence Equipment and Support (DE&amp;S) in this challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on our mission to protect and defend our Armed Forces. This is one of two Head of Establishment roles we are currently recruiting for, one based in DM Beith and one based in DM Glen Douglas.</p><p>The Head of Establishment role is a key strategic and operational role in which you will hold primary responsibility and accountability for the safe running of the establishment, operating in a highly regulated and potentially high risk environment.</p><p>You will play a vital role in leading and overseeing strategic plans, ensuring safety processes, and providing operational support vital to Defence outputs. Defence Munitions is at the forefront of safeguarding the supply, storage, maintenance, and disposal of munitions. You’ll drive operational excellence in fast-paced environments, foster continuous improvement, and deliver positive results. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across the Military, Defence Regulation, and wider teams within DE&amp;S to ensure compliance and the successful delivery of strategic plans.</p><p>Please note that travel to other Defence Munitions and MoD sites across the UK will be expected dependent on organisational requirements. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 100% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and development site personnel and utilise resource effectively to deliver operational outputs and requirements in a timely manner.</li><li>Lead, direct, manage and control all activities carried out within specified areas of control in a manner that ensures the safe, secure, efficient, effective, and economic use of all resources.</li><li>Manage, Receive, Store, Maintain and Issue the range of General Munitions, General Commodities, Equipment and Complex Weapons.</li><li>Manage a full spectrum of stakeholders within the organisation, authorised customers, wider DE&amp;S, and the Delivery Team community.</li><li>Responsibility for controlling the site activities to ensure, the health, safety, security and welfare of employees and any stakeholders involved.</li><li>Serve as Delivery Duty Holder with responsibility for the safe operation of the site, systems and facilities, including authorising Safe Systems of Work, managing and providing input to Safety Assurance.</li><li>Responsible for all senior stakeholder engagement with customers, suppliers, including DE&amp;S, wider MoD, and Other Government Departments, to deliver operational outputs and requirements.</li><li>Ensure safety assurance and site compliance with of all relevant legislative and internal/external regulatory requirements.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li>Experience of operating at a senior management level in a large, highly complex organisation.</li><li>Strong knowledge and understanding of operational management environment.</li><li>Strong experience of leadership and staff development.</li><li>Strong knowledge and experience of risk management application.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety Health and Environment (OSHE) in a hazardous environments.</li><li>Must hold a valid Full UK Driving Licence.</li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Leadership </li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Changing and Improving</li><li>Technical Competence 1: Managing support, supplier, and customer networks – Practitioner</li><li>Technical Competence 2: Making evidence-based decisions – Practitioner</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,100, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,700 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p>#LI-Onsite</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:</p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.</li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. </p><p>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><p><strong>Offering at a lower level</strong></p><p>If you’re not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, you’ll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, you’ll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Jade Kirby</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzYmdmVyaWZ5PTU2NThjYmMwYjNlZjc0MGQxNjBiMmQyNzAxYjU3NjY4" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 11MB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzcmdmVyaWZ5PTA2YmYzOWYxZTJjMDRkMmZhYTYzNTA1Y2I5NzViNTM1" target="_blank">20221128-Operational Delivery Technical Competences FY22-23 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 9MB)

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