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Job Description What you'll be doing: • Product Strategy and Roadmap: Define, champion, and prioritize the product backlog and roadmap for the Document Validation AI Solution, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and client roadmaps., • Innovation & Delivery Management: Drive the product from conception (PoC's) through to full deployment, ensuring the delivery team effectively manages the balance between new development, projects, and maintaining stable BAU operations., • AI Solution Expertise & Cloud Focus: Lead the technical review of new solutions and actively research new technologies in the market, focusing specifically on Document Validation and Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) utilising AI and Machine Learning (ML) deployed via a cloud-first approach., • Commercial Support: Provide essential technical insight and solution specifications to the CRM and Professional Services teams to support bids, tender responses, and ultimately secure new business. What we're looking for: Essential Skills & Experience Candidates must demonstrate proficiency and experience in the following areas: • Product Ownership & Agile: Proven experience acting as a Product Owner or Product Manager, including managing product backlogs, writing detailed user stories, and leading sprints within an Agile/Scrum methodology., • IDP Domain Expertise: Direct experience working with and deploying enterprise-level Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) or Document Validation solutions, such as Kofax, ABBYY, Hyland, or similar platforms., • AI/ML in Document Processing: Significant, hands-on experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to enhance or automate document capturing, validation, classification, and data extraction processes., • Cloud-Native Development: Demonstrated experience with a "cloud first" approach to product development, specifically integrating or deploying AI/ML models on major public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)., • Delivery Scope Management: Experience working within a delivery team structure that effectively balances the competing demands of innovation, projects, and BAU support., • Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to communicate technical details tailored to the audience, translating complex requirements between technical teams (Catlab/Engineering) and business stakeholders (Sales/Operations/Clients)., • Commercial Acumen: Ability to support bid/pre-sales teams, draft solution specifications, and calculate quotations for new business., • An understanding of and experience of working with customers in regulated industries., • Previous experience working in a large corporate company environment., • Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma. What’s in it for you? • A competitive basic salary, • 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave, • The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice, • Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more, • Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology, • Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform, • Opportunity to gain additional qualifications through our Learning Academy or apprenticeships to help develop your career What we hope you’ll do next: Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.

Job Summary Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Do you want to work at the forefront of current policy making decisions? Do you want to have an impact on the UK and beyond? If yes, then a career at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) could be for you. Here at DESNZ we are delivering our mission to make the UK a clean energy superpower, with clean electricity by 2030 and accelerating the UK’s journey to net zero. Our work is helping ensure clean energy for all, keep bills down and seize the opportunities to lead the world in new green industries, taking back control of our energy with Great British Energy and encouraging greater energy efficiency across the UK. The work of the department has never been more timely or relevant, and by joining us you will be part of making that difference. Our work is varied, interesting and most importantly it's impactful. Our DESNZ Values are interwoven into everything we do; we are bold, we are collaborative, we are inclusive, and we learn. As a department we are committed to these values to build a culture where everyone can thrive We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Find Out More We regularly run events where you can find out more about the department and tips for the application and interview process. You can sign up for upcoming events here: ___You can also follow our LinkedIn Careers Page: ___Job Description We are looking for up to 3 Senior Financial Reporting Accountants to take up interesting and challenging roles providing accounting expertise to support the Department and its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs), contribute to the Department’s delivery of the Core and Group Annual Report & Accounts, and support the production of the Whole of Government Accounts return. The roles sit within the Financial Reporting and Financial Accounting Teams which are responsible for delivering the DESNZ Group Annual Report and Accounts and a clean audit to a pre-summer recess timetable. This means that roles in the team centre on providing technical accounting advice, delivering high quality financial reporting, improvements to our operational finance processes and consolidation of accounts from DESNZ Arm’s Length Bodies, all in line with HM Treasury’s Financial Reporting Manual (FReM) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Successful candidates will need to develop excellent working relationships with Finance Business Partners, Finance Managers, contributors to the Annual Report, and Finance colleagues in Arm’s Length Bodies. There will also be a need to engage with the National Audit Office (NAO) to provide robust evidence and assurance for our accounting processes and transactions. The successful post-holder will be able to deliver at pace, in support of departmental objectives, acting as the focal point for technical accounting and system queries, and provide timely and consistent advice in often complex areas of Government Finance. They will make effective decisions in providing sound guidance on the application of International Accounting Standards/International Financial Reporting Standards (as interpreted by HM Treasury in the Financial Reporting Manual), to ensure the Core and Group accounts are free from error. Person specification Key responsibilities for the roles will vary but may include: • Providing expert leadership across Financial Accounting and Reporting issues, including specific accounting advice under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS and IAS)., • Ensuring that all aspects of the accounts production process are consistent with HM Treasury guidance and specifically the requirements of the FReM., • Build responsive working relationships with Arm’s Length Bodies and internal stakeholders to ensure submission of accurate financial data on time, with fully evidenced and agreed accounting judgements, liaising with the National Audit Office as required on planning and arising issues., • Engaging with the National Audit Office to ensure that the audit process runs efficiently and effectively., • Lead elements of the preparation/consolidation/production of DESNZ’s Annual Report and Accounts (ARA), ensuring compliance with the Financial Reporting Manual (FReM) and IFRS., • Lead in-year consolidation exercises as required, ensuring accurate group-level eliminations and adjustments. Working with a diverse array of stakeholders to ensure that we apply technical accounting concepts accurately., • Close collaboration in support of directorate objectives and improvements in ways of working, including Finance Business Partners, sponsorship teams, those in Arms Length Bodies, and HM Treasury., • Support the production of Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) returns and other statutory reporting requirements as required., • Confident leadership of staff members and assigned areas of expertise, deputising for G6 where required, directing workload and supporting the wellbeing and development of staff. As a line manager, you will be responsible for working with your members of staff to define their objectives, as well as managing their development and performance. Essential Criteria Skills and Qualifications • Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIPFA or CIMA) or partially qualified and committed to qualifying within a reasonable timeframe., • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and government financial reporting requirements., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail., • Strong communication and relationship building skills, including the ability to explain complex financial issues to non-specialists., • Navigating complex departmental governance to deliver finely tuned judgements under time-pressure., • Building capability and influencing change beyond team boundaries., • Excellent Excel and presentational skills. Experience • Experience of applying/advising on application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)., • Expert knowledge of application of IFRS/IAS in Government., • Involvement in the process of consolidation or auditing of financial statements in Central Government / public sector. Desirable Criteria • Preparation or audit of Central Government or public sector financial statements., • Knowledge of the WGA cycle from a Central Government departmental perspective. Qualifications Full or Part completion of CCAB or CIMA Accountancy qualification Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Delivering at Pace, • Leadership, • Making Effective Decisions We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: • Delivering at Pace Benefits Alongside your salary of £55,105, Department for Energy Security & Net Zero contributes £15,963 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. ___The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero offers a competitive mix of benefits including: • A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours., • Automatic enrolment into the ___, with an employer contribution of 28.97%., • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30., • An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue., • Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. Office attendance The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using ___, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV, personal statement and behavioural statements. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please use your personal statement (in no more than 750 words) to describe how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as set out in the advert. If you are applying as a part qualified accountant, please also specify your successfully obtained stage in the accountancy qualification. Applications will be sifted on behavioural statements, CV, and personal statement. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour and strength-based questions. Interviewees will be asked to deliver a presentation; further details will be provided nearer the time. Artificial Intelligence 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 ___ for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Sift and interview dates Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Further Information Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a disability confident leader and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates with long-term conditions. Information about the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) and some examples of adjustments that we offer to disabled candidates and candidates with long-term health conditions during our recruitment process can be found in our ___. A ___ of the guidance is also available. We encourage candidates to discuss their adjustment needs by emailing the job contact which can be found under the contact point for applicants section. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to the Department for Energy, Security and Net Zero 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 ___. DESNZ does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). DESNZ cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DESNZ holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service /Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email 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. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete ___ checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the ___, • 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), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ___Working for the Civil Service The ___ sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's ___. 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. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the ___ initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. ___. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : • Name : Gemma Lowe Recruitment team Further information 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 . 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: Click ___ to visit Civil Service Commission/Complaints

Job Summary Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Do you want to work at the forefront of current policy making decisions? Do you want to have an impact on the UK and beyond? If yes, then a career at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) could be for you. Here at DESNZ we are delivering our mission to make the UK a clean energy superpower, with clean electricity by 2030 and accelerating the UK’s journey to net zero. Our work is helping ensure clean energy for all, keep bills down and seize the opportunities to lead the world in new green industries, taking back control of our energy with Great British Energy and encouraging greater energy efficiency across the UK. The work of the department has never been more timely or relevant, and by joining us you will be part of making that difference. Our work is varied, interesting and most importantly it's impactful. Our DESNZ Values are interwoven into everything we do; we are bold, we are collaborative, we are inclusive, and we learn. As a department we are committed to these values to build a culture where everyone can thrive We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Find Out More We regularly run events where you can find out more about the department and tips for the application and interview process. You can sign up for upcoming events here: ___You can also follow our LinkedIn Careers Page: ___Job Description The Role and Our Team Are you passionate about making a real impact and driving change? Join our Internal Controls and Finance Change Team! We're on a mission to support effective use of public funds by the department through robust assurance and improvements to the department’s controls environment, which ensure progress towards our objectives in compliance with relevant rules and regulations. You will play a crucial part in improving and maintaining the DESNZ control and assurance frameworks, managing the department’s annual assurance process, and providing controls-based advice on strategic change initiatives within the department. This role would suit Finance/Risk/Control/Audit professionals interested in process and control improvement, applying their professional judgement creatively to solve problems, and influencing senior stakeholders. Our team values inclusivity and collaboration, we are committed to your career growth and offer flexible working options. If you would like to find out more about the role and the team, we will be running two drop in sessions for candidates: Friday 28th November, 10:00-10:45 Tuesday 2nd December, 15:00-15:45 If you would like to attend, please e-mail to be sent the invite. Person specification Key Responsibilities In this role you will: • Maintain and drive improvements in the DESNZ Control and Assurance Frameworks, collaborating with diverse teams across the department, offering advice to senior management and influencing business stakeholders., • Plan and coordinate activities for improving the culture of compliance within the department, and ensure that control considerations are included within strategic change initiatives within the department., • Drive efficiency in department’s spend of public money through control initiatives and collaboration with the wider team., • Coordinate annual assurance exercise, contributing to the Annual Report and Accounts, and provide updates to the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee., • Manage and drive improvements within the implementation of the departmental delegations framework, collaborating with process and system owners, and providing advice on financial transactions to Finance Business Partners., • Oversee the Government Internal Audit Agency, National Audit Office and Public Accounts Committee liaison function, providing direction and support for clearances, briefings, and communications across the department., • Provide quality coaching to more junior team members, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. The role may also include line management responsibilities. As a line manager, you will be responsible for working with your members of staff to define their objectives, as well as managing their development and performance. Essential Criteria Please ensure your personal statement sets out how your experience meets the following essential criteria, as well as your motivations and ambitions for this role. • Strong experience and understanding of work related to controls and assurance., • Fully qualified CCAB, CIMA or CIA. We will also consider partially qualified candidates, who can demonstrate particularly strong subject matter expertise in controls and assurance., • Proven ability to use analytical skills and sound judgement and consider the big picture when solving complex problems within uncertain contexts, and ability to develop creative and pragmatic solutions which fit business needs., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences., • Experience in presenting confidently in senior forums and ability to influence senior stakeholders., • Experience in managing multiple projects, with demonstratable prioritisation skills and ability to support more junior team members. Desirable Criteria • Understanding of Finance processes within the Government Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Seeing the Big Picture, • Changing and Improving, • Communicating and Influencing, • Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £55,105, Department for Energy Security & Net Zero contributes £15,963 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. ___The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero offers a competitive mix of benefits including: • A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours., • Automatic enrolment into the ___, with an employer contribution of 28.97%., • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30., • An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue., • Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. Office attendance The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using ___, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please use your personal statement (in no more than 750 words) setting out how your experience meets the criteria set out in the Essential Criteria section, as well as your motivations and ambitions for this role. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour questions and a written exercise. Sift and interview dates Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Artificial Intelligence 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 ___ for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Further Information Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a disability confident leader and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates with long-term conditions. Information about the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) and some examples of adjustments that we offer to disabled candidates and candidates with long-term health conditions during our recruitment process can be found in our ___. A ___ of the guidance is also available. We encourage candidates to discuss their adjustment needs by emailing the job contact which can be found under the contact point for applicants section. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to the Department for Energy, Security and Net Zero 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 ___. DESNZ does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). DESNZ cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DESNZ holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service / Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email 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. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete ___ checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the ___, • 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), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ___Working for the Civil Service The ___ sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's ___. 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. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the ___ initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. ___. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : • Name : Kasia Morris Recruitment team Further information 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 . 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: Click ___ to visit Civil Service Commission/Complaints

Job Summary DSIT At DSIT we’re all about improving people’s lives by maximising the potential of science & technology. We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development. We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared. We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back. We do all this to enable the Government’s 5 national missions: kickstarting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future. Above all, we focus on improving people’s lives. Whether it’s researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do. Our Inclusive Environment We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___Find Out More We regularly run events where you can find out more about the department and tips for the application and interview process. You can sign up for upcoming events here: ___You can also follow our LinkedIn Page: ___Job Description The Parliamentary Team forms an integral part of the Department’s Ministerial Private Office, which sits at the heart of DSIT. Our team is responsible for managing DSIT’s relationship with Parliament, providing expert support and procedural guidance, and ensuring the smooth delivery of all parliamentary business. This includes working with policy teams and Ministerial Private Offices to support Ministers in debates, with select committee business, answering both oral and written parliamentary questions and much more. The team is primarily based the department but also frequently requires access to the Parliamentary estate. The Assistant Parliamentary Clerk role provides an excellent opportunity to work across all of DSIT's policy areas, to engage with other government departments and to gain experience in parliamentary process. The successful candidate will work within a team of five, including one other Assistant Parliamentary Clerk, primarily to co-manage the Written Parliamentary Questions (PQs) process plus also other administrative processes within the team. The postholder will also have the opportunity to work on other aspects of parliamentary business depending on departmental needs, giving them regular opportunities to build new skills and deepen their knowledge. This is a friendly, supportive team working across the whole breadth of the department’s policy remit. We are looking for an enthusiastic person who is happy to operate independently to manage a high volume of information, working as part of a fast-paced team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to prioritise effectively across a busy portfolio of work and communicate clearly, whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail. Person specification Key responsibilities: Some of your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Parliamentary Team to provide high quality, timely advice and support for officials and Ministers in both Houses of Parliament., • Ensuring a smooth end to end process for written parliamentary questions., • Triaging PQs tabled to the department and allocating to the correct policy teams., • Liaising with parliamentary teams across Whitehall to negotiate the transfer of PQs., • Supporting and developing new processes to improve ways of working., • Managing the administration of the parliamentary activities such as laying and depositing of papers, mailbox management and organising parliamentary passes., • Building strong and effective working relationships with Ministerial offices, Special Advisors, press office, other government department Parliamentary Branches, Leader’s Office, clerks and officials in both Houses of Parliament., • Helping to create a positive and inclusive team culture. Essential Criteria: • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work at pace., • Strong interpersonal skills with an enthusiasm for effective team working., • Strong oral and written communication skills., • Good time-management, and ability to support and collaborate with others to deliver effectively. Desirable Criteria: • Previous experience or knowledge of Parliamentary processes., • An interest in policy developments and current events, and an understanding of the likely impact on parliamentary business. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Managing a Quality Service, • Delivering at Pace, • Working Together, • Making Effective Decisions Benefits Alongside your salary of £27,380, Department for Science, Innovation & Technology contributes £7,931 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. ___The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology offers a competitive mix of benefits including: • A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours., • Automatic enrolment into the ___, with an employer contribution of 28.97%., • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30., • An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue., • Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. Office attendance The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using ___, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. 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. 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 1 January 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. Please be aware that the Online Tests on this campaign will not be accessible during the hours of 4:00pm and 7:00pm on 14 December 2025. Please do not attempt to launch the test during those times, as you may experience technical issues and we may not be able to assist you before the closing date and time. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and behavioural statements. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the lead behaviour statement, Managing a Quality Service. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour and strength-based questions. To help you to prepare for your interview, for this campaign behaviour questions will be shared in advance of interview if you are successful at sift stage. These questions should be treated as confidential and should not be shared. The interview panel may ask you other questions which will not be shared with you in advance, including any follow-up questions, and other elements listed in the job advert, for example, experience, abilities, strengths and technical skills. The panel will be looking for examples of your own work, experience, and ability so do try and avoid using AI written answers without any human oversight. Sift and interview dates Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Artificial Intelligence 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 ___ for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Further Information Existing Civil Servants and applicants from accredited NDPBs are eligible to apply,and can be considered on loan basis (Civil Servants) or secondment (accredited NDPBs). 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. Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a disability confident leader and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates with long-term conditions. Information about the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) and some examples of adjustments that we offer to disabled candidates and candidates with long-term health conditions during our recruitment process can be found in our ___. A ___ of the guidance is also available. We encourage candidates to discuss their adjustment needs by emailing the job contact which can be found under the contact point for applicants section. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. For further information on National Security Vetting please ___. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Candidates who meet the minimum benchmark may be placed on a Reserve List for consideration for similar roles, including those at a lower grade. Candidates who narrowly miss the benchmark and are not placed on the Reserve List may still be considered for an offer in a similar role at a lower grade. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology 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 ___. DSIT does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). DSIT cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DSIT holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service / Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email 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. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security 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 . People working with government assets must complete ___ checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the ___, • 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), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ___Working for the Civil Service The ___ sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's ___. 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. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the ___ initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. ___. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : • Name : Helena Forrest Recruitment team Further information 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 . 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: Click ___ to visit Civil Service Commission/Complaints.

Technical Services consultant (Policy, Rules and Legislation) An exciting opportunity to join Member Services as a Technical Services Consultant focussing on ensuring that Railpen administers schemes in accordance with their rules and pensions legislation and on steering administration policy. This is a permanent role within Railpen’s Technical Policy and Services team based in our Darlington office and offering home working with occasional travel to our Darlington office. Who we are Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds. Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into. Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They’re what we stand for. The Role As a Technical Services Consultant (Policy, Rules and Legislation) you will provide pensions technical support to the Technical Policy and Services team and other areas of the business, to ensure that Railpen administers the rail schemes in accordance with their rules, pensions legislation and the regulatory regime. You will work towards acquiring and maintaining an in depth understanding and knowledge of the rail schemes’ rules and the wider pensions environment, and how any changes in these will impact administration processes and members’ benefits, in order to help develop administrative policy and practices. You will also share this knowledge with other stakeholders. The Person We are looking for someone who has an in depth understanding and knowledge of the UK pensions regime and general pension administration processes, as well as a general appreciation of scheme rules and pensions taxation legislation. Therefore, a background in the pensions industry is key for this role, as is being technically focused with an enthusiasm to keep up to date on emerging pensions developments. Knowledge of DB pensions is essential, and knowledge of DC arrangements would be beneficial too. The successful candidate will have good analytical and investigative skills and will clearly document their work. You will also have the ability to communicate effectively (both in writing and verbally) and to explain complex information clearly and unambiguously. We are looking for someone who is customer service driven and has the ability to balance priorities and workloads whilst understanding the importance of meeting service-level agreements and proactively managing customer expectations. You must collaborate well and with an open mindset. What we can offer you Rewarding you • A competitive salary (depending on experience), • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Generous annual bonus plan, • We provide membership of the Railways Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay, • 4x Life Assurance cover, • Colleague referral scheme Heath & Wellbeing • Private Medical Insurance, • Employee assistance programme, • Health cash plan, • Eye care vouchers, • Flu vaccination Lifestyle • We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave, • Buy and sell holidays, • Give as you earn scheme, • Paid volunteering days, • Flexible half days leave, • Electric vehicle leasing, • Cycle to work scheme Next Steps If you would like to apply, please click on the apply button or visit our ___ by 12th December 2025. Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Job Summary The Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) is a new shared corporate service, launched in July 2023. It provides corporate services (HR, Finance, Digital, Commercial, Security and Estates) across the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT). Our team of just over 300 professionals will be leading the way in how these functions will be delivered in the future. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of integrated corporate services for government and set the standard for quality, efficiency, and innovation in our field. We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___Find Out More You can also follow our LinkedIn Careers Page: ___Job Description Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) was formed in July 2023 as an innovative and modern way to deliver corporate services across the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, the Department for Science Innovation and Technology, and a smaller subset of services to the Department of Business and Trade. ICS mission is to 'provide high-quality, expert and efficient shared corporate services and shared services management that enables our departments to deliver for the public.’ As ICS matures and expands its services, other Government Departments are showing interest in ICS. Over the next year alone, ICS is set to expand its reach beyond 19,000 users, driven by significant and growing demand for its services. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of the Government’s Future Shared Services strategy, contributing to the innovation and change needed to deliver high quality enabling functions for the future of the Civil Service. Person specification As a Project Manager within the ICS Central Services PMO Team, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformation and delivering strategic priorities across the ICS landscape. In this role, you will lead the onboarding of new organisations and teams to receive ICS services—ensuring smooth integration, timely delivery, and strong stakeholder engagement. Alongside this, you will play a key part in delivering strategic initiatives that underpin the ICS roadmap, contributing to system-wide transformation and service improvement. Your work will support the evolution of integrated services, helping shape services that are more connected, efficient, and responsive to the needs of our stakeholders. You will work closely with the Head of PMO, ICS functional leads, and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to manage complex programmes and projects. From initial engagement through to delivery and evaluation, you will ensure that all activity is governed effectively, risks are managed proactively, and outcomes are achieved to a high standard. This role offers excellent development opportunities for individuals looking to build their programme and project management skills. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Project Delivery: You will put expert project management around ICS onboarding projects, developing and coordinating the teams general project management approach. You will independently manage projects and/or workstreams, ensuring that objectives are clearly defined, and deliverables are met., • Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage project plans, outlining key milestones, timelines, and resource requirements for each project. Ensure that progress is tracked and that any delays or risks are escalated appropriately., • Governance and Reporting: Contribute to the development and maintenance of programme governance processes and prepare progress reports for senior management and key stakeholders., • Risk Management: Continuously monitor and evaluate project risks, recommend robust mitigation strategies, contribute to impact assessments, and proactively address potential issues before they affect delivery., • Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and manage effective relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve alignment on project objectives, timelines, and expectations., • Continuous Improvement: Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying areas where processes or delivery methods can be optimised., • Anything additional commensurate to the role. Essential Criteria We are looking for a high-performing G7 to be part of Central Services PMO Team and play a key role in delivering the ICS Strategy. Your work will be varied, challenging and fast-paced and you will need to be flexible, adaptable, and able to strategically solve problems, to deliver. We are looking for the following skills: • Proven experience in managing complex projects or programmes within agreed time, cost and quality constraints. You will be adaptable when applying your knowledge of project management tools and methodologies, capable of designing a project structure and organisation to meet the requirements of the project according to its point in the lifecycle. Whilst not essential, experience of having engaged with assurance reviews, such as the Gateway Review process, would be desirable., • Be experienced and credible in dealing with a broad and complex range of stakeholders, with the confidence to engage with senior officials., • You will have a proactive stakeholder engagement approach, seeking out opportunities to effectively communicate and influence, and be used to operating with a high degree of autonomy where there is ambiguity and change in a project., • Have practical experience in actively managing project risks and issues, able to make decisions, engage in dialogue on risk management strategy, and demonstrate a level of skill beyond simply ‘managing a process’. You will be able to apply your skills to a range of risks, with a sound understanding of how they relate to wider strategy., • Be an experienced people manager, able to build capability and develop a high performing and motivated project team. You will be tuned in to the needs of the business, ready to flex structures to ensure that your project team remains aligned with delivery goals and wider strategy., • Be able to understand project objectives, the wider strategic organisational context, and how to manage the relationship between the two. It is important therefore that you are comfortable networking throughout the business, challenging and influencing decision making when required. You will have a recognised accreditation in professional project management such as: • PRINCE2 Practitioner, • Agile Project Management Practitioner, • APM Project Management Qualification, • APM Chartered Project Professional, • Project Leadership Programme, • PMI Project Management Professional, • Leading and Managing Project Workstreams The successful candidate may be eligible for a £3,105 pay enhancement subject to having a valid qualification at practitioner level and project delivery experience relevant to that of a G7 Level 3 Project Manager. For further information please visit: We welcome applications from people who can bring transferable skills from other fields. We are a diverse team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Qualifications Qualifications: You will have a recognised accreditation in professional project management such as: • PRINCE2 Practitioner, • Agile Project Management Practitioner, • APM Project Management Qualification, • APM Chartered Project Professional, • Project Leadership Programme, • PMI Project Management Professional, • Leading and Managing Project Workstreams Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Communicating and Influencing, • Leadership, • Delivering at Pace, • Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: • PDCF: Business Change and Implementation Benefits Alongside your salary of £55,105, Department for Energy Security & Net Zero contributes £15,963 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. ___The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero offers a competitive mix of benefits including: • A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours., • Automatic enrolment into the ___, with an employer contribution of 28.97%., • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30., • An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue., • Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. Office attendance The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using ___, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV, personal statement and technical skills statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please use your personal statement (in no more than 750 words) outlining your suitability for the role, aligned specifically to the skills and experienced required. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour questions and technical questions. Interviewees will be asked to deliver a presentation; further details will be provided nearer the time. Sift and interview dates Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Artificial Intelligence 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 ___ for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Further Information Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a disability confident leader and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates with long-term conditions. Information about the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) and some examples of adjustments that we offer to disabled candidates and candidates with long-term health conditions during our recruitment process can be found in our ___. A ___ of the guidance is also available. We encourage candidates to discuss their adjustment needs by emailing the job contact which can be found under the contact point for applicants section. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to the Department for Energy, Security and Net Zero 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 ___. DESNZ does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). DESNZ cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DESNZ holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service / Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email 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. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete ___ checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the ___, • 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), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ___Working for the Civil Service The ___ sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's ___. 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. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the ___ initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. ___. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : • Name : Martin Turner Recruitment team Further information 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 . 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: Click ___ to visit Civil Service Commission/Complaints

Job Summary At DSIT we’re all about improving people’s lives by maximising the potential of science & technology. We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development. We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared. We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back. We do all this to enable the Government’s 5 national missions: kickstarting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future. Above all, we focus on improving people’s lives. Whether it’s researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do. Our Inclusive Environment We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the ___ and the ___Find Out More We regularly run events where you can find out more about the department and tips for the application and interview process. You can sign up for upcoming events here: ___You can also follow our LinkedIn Page: ___Job Description The Ministerial Support Team is part of the Department's Ministerial Private Office which sits at the heart of the department. The team is responsible for correspondence, ministerial support and parliamentary engagement. These are friendly teams working across the whole breadth of the Department's work. Working closely with ministerial private offices and policy officials, you will be part of a fast-paced team, where you will need to produce high quality work and have a good attention to detail. You will have the opportunity to work in an exciting Department, with Innovation at its core, and will have opportunities to influence how the Ministerial and Parliamentary support team functions. Primarily working in The Correspondence Team, the postholder will lead on the drafting of Ministerial and public correspondence and will work closely with the wider Correspondence team and with policy teams to ensure a quality service is delivered to Ministers. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a pressurised environment to achieve this. It is anticipated that there will be opportunities to work across other Ministerial Support Teams, as needs arise. Please note this is a part time role of 17 hours per week. The working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate, but will need to be scheduled on weekdays for times between 8.00am-6.00pm. Person specification Some of your responsibilities will include: • High quality drafting of correspondence., • Working with the the Senior Correspondence Manager and the Correspondence Manager to ensure correspondence is delivered in a timely manner., • Building strong and effective working relationships across the department, to improve the quality of Ministerial Correspondence., • Helping to create a positive and inclusive team culture., • Demonstrating an interest in policy developments and current events, and able to assess the likely impact on casework. Essential Criteria • Excellent organisational skills and experience of working at pace., • Excellent interpersonal skills, and the experience or potential to lead others in a challenging environment., • Excellent oral and written communication skills., • Good time-management, and ability to support and collaborate with others to lead others to meet challenging deadlines. Desirable Criteria • An interest in learning more about Ministers, Parliament, and politics more widely. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Delivering at Pace, • Managing a Quality Service, • Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £27,380, Department for Science, Innovation & Technology contributes £7,931 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. ___The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology offers a competitive mix of benefits including: • A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours., • Automatic enrolment into the ___, with an employer contribution of 28.97%., • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30., • An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue., • Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. Office attendance The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using ___, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. 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. 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 11 December 2025. 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. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and behavioural statements. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please note - the CV incorporated into the application form is for information purposes only and will not be scored. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the lead behaviour statement, Delivering at Pace. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour questions and strength-based questions. Sift and interview dates Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Artificial Intelligence 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 ___ for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Further Information Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a disability confident leader and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates with long-term conditions. Information about the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) and some examples of adjustments that we offer to disabled candidates and candidates with long-term health conditions during our recruitment process can be found in our ___. A ___ of the guidance is also available. We encourage candidates to discuss their adjustment needs by emailing the job contact which can be found under the contact point for applicants section. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology 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 ___. DSIT does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). DSIT cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DSIT holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service / Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email 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. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete ___ checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the ___, • 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), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ___Working for the Civil Service The ___ sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. 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Family Support Worker Location: Darlington Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Initial 3-month contract (with the aim to extend) Join Our New Child in Need Pilot Team We are excited to be recruiting Family Support Workers (Child and Family Assessment Workers) to join our newly established Child in Need Pilot team in Darlington. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative approach to supporting vulnerable children and families at a crucial point in their journey. In this role, you will hold a small, manageable caseload, allowing you to complete high-quality assessments, plans, and reviews that truly make an impact. You will work closely with children and their families to ensure their needs are understood, their voices are heard, and the right support is in place. What We Offer Support from a dedicated Social Work Team Manager Weekly supervision to guide your practice and professional development Agile working, with flexibility once your caseload is established An initial period of office-based working to enable shadowing, learning, and team integrationThis post is offered for an initial 12-week period, with the strong possibility of extension. What You Will Do As a Family Support Worker, you will: Support a small caseload of children in need Complete child-centred assessments, plans, and reviews Work collaboratively with families to understand their circumstances and build on their strengths Contribu...

Creative Services Manager (Maternity Cover) Newcastle United Maternity Cover Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive Salary We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey. About the role Newcastle United is looking for a talented and organised Creative Services Manager to join our team on a maternity cover basis. You’ll be at the heart of our integrated Creative Team, ensuring the smooth delivery of multi-channel projects that bring the Newcastle United brand to life. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the club, turning their ideas into clear briefs and managing the end-to-end process - from concept to delivery. In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind our creative team’s daily operations - making sure projects are assigned, coordinated, and delivered on time. You’ll be the go-to person, keeping communication open between all club departments so everyone stays connected and informed. Working closely with our Creative Director, you’ll manage the team’s workflow, resources, and capacity, always making sure the right designers are matched with the right projects. You’ll use project management tools to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently. Building strong relationships will be key, whether you’re working with internal stakeholders, external vendors, or creative agencies. You’ll keep everyone updated, manage expectations, and handle feedback with a positive, solutions-focused approach. What are we looking for? • Substantial experience in project management, resource management, or traffic management - ideally in a creative or marketing environment., • A knack for organisation, attention to detail, and a solutions-focused, action-oriented approach., • Experience managing budgets, invoicing, schedules, and the delivery of creative assets., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across teams. The Newcastle United Creative Team is a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary group responsible for leading creative strategy, generating world-class ideation, and delivering exceptional design across all touchpoints. We support every department - from Football and Brand to Retail, Commercial, and Community - ensuring the club’s voice, identity, and ambition are expressed with clarity, originality, and craft. Rooted in the pride of the city and driven by a culture of innovation, our team brings Newcastle United to life for fans across the world. Location This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with an expectation of working 3 days per week from the office. Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application. Why choose us? We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more. United As One We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential. Safeguarding We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with. How to apply To access the full job description for this role please click ___. Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate. Job Expiry Date: :00:00

Pay: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year Job Description: Kickstart Your Career in Financial Planning! Are you curious, ambitious, and ready to launch your career in the world of financial planning? Our client, a well-established and client-focused financial planning firm, is looking for a bright school leaver to join their supportive and collaborative team. This is your chance to learn from the best, develop professional skills, and grow in a career that makes a real difference to peoples lives. What Youll Be Doing: Supporting the paraplanning team with research and report writing Helping prepare financial planning recommendations Liaising with clients and providers to gather key information Keeping client records accurate and up to date Progressing toward full paraplanning responsibilities as your training develops Who Were Looking For: A genuine interest in financial planning and wealth management Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive, eager-to-learn mindset Academically inclined A-Level or equivalent, or degree-level education Whats on Offer: Full support toward industry qualifications (e.g., DipPFS) Structured training and mentoring Clear career progression in a growing, dynamic firm Friendly and professional office environment 24 days holiday plus bank holidays If youre ready to start your journey in financial planning and work somewhere that values growth, collaboration, and learning, this could be the perfect role for you. TPBN1_UKTJ