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We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Reward Manager to lead the development, review, and delivery of the organisation's compensation, benefits, and reward strategy. This role will ensure that reward programmes are competitive, equitable, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives while supporting the attraction, retention, and engagement of talent. \n The Reward Manager will act as the subject matter expert across compensation and benefits, partnering closely with senior stakeholders, Finance, People teams, and external providers. The role will also oversee relationships with outsourced payroll and benefits vendors, driving service excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Reward Strategy & Compensation \n\n • Lead the design, development, and ongoing review of the organisation's reward framework and philosophy.\n, • Conduct regular benchmarking and market analysis to ensure competitive remuneration practices.\n, • Review and make recommendations regarding salary structures, job grading, pay bands, and role evaluations.\n, • Lead annual compensation review cycles, including salary reviews, promotions, and bonus processes.\n, • Analyse reward data and provide insights and recommendations to leadership teams.\n, • Ensure reward practices support pay equity, transparency, and organisational goals.\n, • Develop business cases and recommendations for new reward initiatives where appropriate.\n\n \n Benefits Management \n\n • Own and continuously evaluate the employee benefits offering to ensure competitiveness and value for employees.\n, • Manage benefits renewal processes and vendor negotiations.\n, • Proactively identify and recommend new benefits platforms, wellbeing initiatives, and reward technologies that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.\n, • Monitor market trends and emerging benefits practices to ensure the organisation remains competitive.\n, • Drive employee awareness and engagement with available benefits programmes.\n\n \n Payroll & Third-Party Vendor Management \n\n • Act as the primary relationship manager for outsourced payroll providers and other reward-related external partners.\n, • Oversee service delivery, governance, performance management, and compliance of third-party providers.\n, • Ensure payroll processes operate effectively, accurately, and in accordance with relevant legislation.\n, • Lead regular service reviews and manage contractual relationships with external suppliers.\n, • Identify process improvement opportunities and ensure service-level agreements are achieved.\n, • Escalate and resolve complex payroll or reward-related issues as required.\n\n \n Governance, Compliance & Risk \n\n • Ensure all reward, benefits, and payroll practices comply with relevant employment, tax, pension, and regulatory requirements.\n, • Support gender pay gap reporting and other reward-related reporting obligations where applicable.\n, • Maintain robust governance and controls across reward processes.\n, • Assess risks associated with reward programmes and recommend mitigation strategies.\n\n \n Stakeholder Management \n\n • Build effective relationships with senior leaders, Finance, HR Business Partners, and external suppliers.\n, • Provide expert advice and guidance on reward matters to managers and senior stakeholders.\n, • Present reward analysis, recommendations, and market insights to leadership audiences.\n, • Support organisational change programmes from a reward and compensation perspective.\n\n \n Experience & Qualifications \n Essential \n\n • Significant experience in compensation, benefits, reward, or total rewards management.\n, • Proven experience managing outsourced payroll providers and third-party vendor relationships.\n, • Strong understanding of compensation structures, salary benchmarking, and reward frameworks.\n, • Experience leading annual compensation review processes.\n, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex reward and payroll data.\n, • Knowledge of UK reward, payroll, tax, pensions, and employment legislation.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.\n, • Experience delivering process improvements and implementing new reward or benefits solutions.\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience introducing reward technology, benefits platforms, or payroll system enhancements.\n, • Reward or HR professional qualification (CIPD, WorldatWork, or equivalent).\n, • Exposure to job evaluation methodologies and organisational design.\n\n \n Key Competencies \n\n • Commercial acumen\n, • Strategic thinking\n, • Data-driven decision making\n, • Influencing and stakeholder management\n, • Vendor and contract management\n, • Attention to detail\n, • Problem solving\n, • Change management\n, • High levels of discretion and confidentiality\n\n \n Success Measures \n\n • Competitive and sustainable reward framework in place.\n, • Effective delivery of annual compensation review processes.\n, • Strong employee engagement with benefits programmes.\n, • High-performing outsourced payroll and vendor partnerships.\n, • Improved reward governance, compliance, and operational efficiency.\n, • Delivery of innovative reward and benefits solutions that enhance employee experience and support business growth.\n\n

Qualified Social Workers Only \n \n Job Title: Fostering Supervising Social Worker \n Location: Trafford, Manchester \n Job Types: Permanent \n Working Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday \n Pay: Up to £42,400.00 per year to include car allowance \n Participation in out-of-hours rota: Yes \n Annual Leave Entitlement: 30 days (plus birthday) \n Responsible To: Registered/Deputy Manager \n \n Supporting Foster Carers. Transforming Lives. \n \n If you are an experienced, committed Registered Social Worker who wants to join one of the UK’s leading family-owned Ofsted Outstanding fostering providers and help shape better futures for children and young people, please apply today. \n \n As a Supervising Social Worker with Swiis, you will work closely with foster carers to ensure safe, nurturing, stable foster families for children and young people. This is a varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same. \n \n Core responsibilities include: \n \n Support & Supervision \n 1. Managing and supervising a caseload of foster carers. \n 1. Ensuring homes provide safe and nurturing environments. \n 1. Delivering high‑quality supervision, guidance, and support visits. \n 1. Assisting foster carers to evidence their competencies and complete TSD workbooks. \n 1. Supporting annual foster carer reviews and presenting to panel. \n 1. Identifying training needs and contributing to workshops and support groups. \n 1. Helping foster carers prepare young people for semi‑independent or independent living. \n 1. Participating in the Out‑of‑Hours rota. \n \n Safeguarding & Care Planning \n 1. Working closely with local authorities to meet children’s needs. \n 1. Ensuring care plans, placement plans, PEPs and pathway plans are up‑to‑date. \n 1. Completing individual risk assessments and safe caring plans. \n 1. Maintaining accurate case recordings within required timeframes. \n 1. Ensuring compliance with all regulations and child safeguarding procedures. \n 1. Attending relevant meetings, activities and events to support children and foster carers. \n \n Administration & Compliance \n 1. Maintaining accurate, GDPR‑compliant records. \n 1. Managing all documentation, reporting and database tasks effectively. \n 1. Ensuring timely processing of incidents and notifications. \n Additional Responsibilities \n 1. Demonstrating Swiis core values in all aspects of work. \n 1. Participating in ongoing training and professional development. \n 1. Maintaining awareness of health & safety, equality and diversity policies. \n 1. Driving responsibilities where applicable (vehicle upkeep, safety, insurance, etc.). \n \n Benefits \n · Competitive annual salary of up to £42,000 to inclusive of a car allowance \n · 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (plus birthday off) \n · Excellent Private Dental and Healthcare Scheme available* \n · Company Pensions Scheme with options to increase contributions \n · Life Assurance benefit of up to 3 times your annual salary paid to your beneficiaries \n · Additional payments for Out of Hours support \n · Excellent training and career progression opportunities in a growing organisation \n \n About Swiis: \n \n Swiis Foster Care is a national leading Independent Fostering Agency with consistently Outstanding Ofsted inspections due in part to the high-quality service provided to our foster carers and children and young people in our care. Swiis Foster Care is a family-owned independent fostering provider which has been operating for over twenty five years. Swiis Foster Care is a continuously expanding company and offers significant development opportunity for the right candidate. \n \n Apply now \n \n If you believe that you have the appropriate experience and ambition to work for one of the finest Independent Foster Care Agencies in the UK and have the desire to really improve outcomes for children and young people looked after, then please submit an up-to-date CV detailing a full employment history. \n \n Swiis is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that our staff have excellent working conditions and genuine career opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake the appropriate checks which will include an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check.

Basic information Location Manchester Business Line Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory Job Type Permanent / FTC Date published 10-Aug-2026 Req # 24570 Job description Connect to your IndustryThis is your opportunity to join Deloitte's market-leading VCS team and work on the largest, most complex and high-profile deals in the UK and globally. You will be working on high profile acquisitions, disposals and carve outs for prominent corporate businesses and private equity houses across a range of sectors and geographies and have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects within a highly commercial environment. You will utilise your analytical and financial experience and develop an impressive range of M&A consulting skills that will multiply your career options. Benefiting from significant client exposure and learning from some of the top practitioners in the field, you will be involved throughout the M&A deal lifecycle. The HR Due Diligence team comprises highly experienced practitioners with a background in HR, pensions, share plans, and the operational elements of acquisitions and divestments and is a core part of Deloitte's market-leading M&A group. Collectively we provide M&A related expertise to corporate organisations, private equity houses and financial institutions. We are widely recognised as the most experienced, dedicated team in EMEA, supporting transactions across all industry sectors. We have worked on over 1,000 of the largest and most complex M&A transactions, divestments, joint venture creations and restructurings. Our extensive experience, first hand insights and tried and tested methodologies give us a distinct advantage to serve a very diverse range of client needs. Our team of highly skilled business professionals with cross-border experience and diverse backgrounds is looking for candidates motivated to work on the headline-grabbing transactions of tomorrow. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. What brings us all together at Deloitte? It’s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.Connect to your opportunity Your role will be to support HR Due Diligence analysis and report-writing for businesses across industry sectors. You will deliver services ranging across exit readiness, vendor due diligence, acquiror due diligence, and post-signing deep-dive reviews. Specific responsibilities for the Manager include: Analysis to understand the financial implications of HR issues, feeding into Quality of Earnings and Net Debt adjustments. Review of analysis performed by others to rectify issues and identify conclusions. Participating in calls/meetings with businesses in order to assess and review future HR operational plans, the impact and complexities of carve-outs on vendor and target organisations and the stand-alone HR costs and issues for potential of buyouts and corporate divestments Drafting and reviewing HR Due Diligence reports including preparing tables/charts and summarizing key messagesWorking with colleagues from Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence), Technology & Transformation, Tax & Legal and the broader Deloitte network, to provide our clients with end-to-end deal services with a coherent overview of the HR issues.Working with colleagues from Deloitte member firms globally to provide our clients with an holistic view of the local HR considerations in relevant countries Supporting management of client relationships and business development Supporting the development of service offerings, tools and templates, and evolving propositions to drive practice growth Supporting training and developing team members in role (particularly our support team in the ICC) Participating in grade appropriate training to further your personal developmentConnect to your skills and professional experience Essential:Excellent financial analysis skills Strong problem solving, business diagnostic and analytical skills including excellent Excel capabilities A strong understanding of the components of employee costs including salary increases, bonuses, share plans, pensions, benefits Experience of analysing and understanding financial statements particularly relating to employee costs Good organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise effectively Ability to fluently communicate and present in both oral and written EnglishDesirable:Qualification in a relevant field is desirableExperience of the M&A / deal lifecycle Experience from working in a related professional services role Strong project management capability with a track record of successful deliveryExperience in business development, from opportunity identification to conversion into sales Advanced analytics e.g. PowerBI, complex modellingConnect to your business - Strategy, Risk & Transactions AdvisoryIn an ever-evolving world, there are no certainties in business. Our teams help clients to navigate risks, process major transactions and deliver transformational change that will future-proof their business. Join us to make a positive difference. Mergers and AcquisitionsWe challenge dealmakers to expect more and to see beyond the deal to create sustainable value for shareholders, employees and society. We support corporates, private equity and financial investors across the full M&A lifecycle and are committed to identifying and delivering sustainable value at every stage of the deal.Personal independence Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.Connect with your colleagues “My work is incredibly diverse and varied, as are the clients I support. We have amazing links with public sector clients as well as the private sector and I enjoy both sides of that.” -Lizzie, SR&TAOur hybrid working policyYou’ll be based in Manchester or Leeds with hybrid working.At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.Connect to your return to work opportunity Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break? For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more. If this is relevant for you, just let your recruiter know when you make your application.Our commitment to you Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before. We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.Connect to your next step A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careersRTWPROG WPFULL SLSRTA BASTRAT LOCMAN

Grade: Senior Manager Job Title: Defined Contribution Consultant – Senior ManagerTeam: Pensions AdvisoryLocations: London, Manchester, BirminghamCapability: PensionsService Line: Tax and LegalContract Type: PermanentKPMG’s Pensions Advisory business continues to build out its new pensions team, and requires individuals that can bring different skill-sets to the team. We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Manager to join our team, who will be responsible for working closely with colleagues in the area of defined contribution pensions. Specific areas of focus, but not exhaustive, will include• Scheme strategy and structure across workplace pensions• Member engagement and education• Investment policy• Governance, including setting up governance committees• Wider benefit and reward strategy• Financial coaching and well-being• Statutory auto-enrolment compliance and implementation• Compliance• Thought leadership on future of DC and links to wider rewardYou will be a key contact with client teams, with responsibility for managing the day-to-day relationships. You will also work closely with our tax and legal specialists across all of KPMG's UK offices to consider areas of adjacencies and growth.As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for managing teams and supervising the work of junior staff, providing coaching and development to assist them in the effective delivery of engagements. You will also have performance management responsibilities for a small number of employees.Description of the Role• Market facing with a strong external profile• Innovative in helping to spot market opportunities, build propositions, develop collateral and take propositions out to market• Supporting the Partners and Directors in achieving revenue growth targets• Helping to develop junior colleagues, including delivering technical training, improving technical knowledge, and developing consulting skills.• Lead contact with clients on key pensions engagements, with overall responsibility for stakeholder relationships.• Contributing to developing streamlined and efficient procedures, whilst maintaining an absolute focus on quality.• Strong financial management, setting and agreeing budgets for work, delivering to budgets and timely billing and debt collection• Signing off technical DC work in line with professional standards (where applicable) and with KPMG quality procedures. • Directing and overseeing the work of engagement teams and team members, including reviewing their DC technical work (e.g., checking calculations and reviewing conclusions), and providing coaching and mentoring support.• Performance managing team members, ensuring that you are having rich development conversations that support their growth and career progression.Role DimensionsTechnical core competencies required for the roleThe relevant competencies for this role are:• Technical knowledge: Understands relevant technical DC concepts, pension regulations and legislation. Exhibits and stays current on appropriate industry and specialist knowledge, and leverages KPMG methodologies.• Technology skills: Uses firm-approved tools and innovative technology solutions to increase quality, productivity and data insights.• Professional scepticism: Applies professional scepticism, objectivity and independence to work.• Documentation: Completes documentation and audit trails demonstrating an unwavering focus on quality and in line with professional standards (where applicable).People & Culture:• Embrace and embed our culture ambition of high challenge, high support which is grounded in Our Values.• Operate with a curious and sceptical mindset ensuring that this is embedded in your everyday work.• Actively lead and embed a coaching culture to get the best out of others in an environment where everyone in the team feels empowered to speak up or challenge where appropriate.• Be accountable, professional and act in the public interest, working for the benefit of stakeholders and wider society.• Be inclusive and embrace the opportunity to work with other teams across the firm in an integrated way. Have a sense of community, purpose and fun.The PersonExperience and Knowledge Requirements• Relevant experience working in pensions advisory at Senior Manager level, at either an employee benefit consultancy or other Big 4 firm. (E)• Deep technical knowledge of defined contribution schemes, auto-enrolment legislation and compliance, DC provider landscape, understanding of the wider UK pensions landscape, and the issues facing stakeholders . (E)• Knowledge of the pros and cons of different workplace pensions structures and provider market participants. (E)• Proven track record of managing and delivering provider selection and provider transition. (E)• Proven track record of advising on DC scheme design, investment fund ranges, suitable default funds, charging structures. (E)• Proven track record of developing and delivering DC member communications. (E)• Experience in advising on the DC pensions and wider benefits issues within an M&A context (E)• Experience of leading and performance managing teams, coaching and mentoring junior staff. (E)• Proven track record of managing and delivering high quality, complex projects, including team oversight and stakeholder management. (E)• IT literate with sound knowledge and experience of MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint and Word). (E)Behavioural Attributes and Skills• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate complex matters in a clear and compelling manner.• Highly effective stakeholder management and relationship building skills; credible and confident with stakeholders at all levels. • Strong organisational and time management skills; able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities and deadlines.• Self-driven and resilient; able to thrive in a high-pressure environment.• Effective problem solver; makes pragmatic and logical decisions, drawing on own and others’ technical expertise to provide high quality solutions.• Strong analytical and numerical skills; able to analyse and interpret complex technical statistical information, with a focus on quality, attention to details and accuracy in calculations.• Effective team working skills; works collaboratively with others towards shared goals.Qualifications• Pensions Management (PMI). (E)• FCA authorised (E)E – Essential, D – DesirableKPMG Overview:KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Legal, Tax and Advisory services. Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity, insight and experience to solve our clients’ and communities’ biggest problems. We’ve been doing this for more than 150 years.We aim to be universally recognised as a place for great people to do their best work. A firm known for our collaborative and inclusive culture, using technology to empower and equip our people to deliver outstanding work with real flexibility – through inspiring workspaces, innovative ways to collaborate and hybrid ways of working.With offices across the UK, we work with everyone from small start-ups and individuals to major multinationals, in virtually every industry imaginable. Our work is often complex, yet our mission is simple: To support the UK in a connected world. It guides everything we do, underpinned by our values: Courage, Integrity, Excellence, Together and For Better.#LI-DC1

We’re looking for qualified pensions actuaries or those with significant UK DB pensions experience to join our team. Driving key initiatives in the delivery of UK DB Pensions advice to clients – this may include managing key client projects directly, and/or supporting our partners and directors

IntroductionAt Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.OverviewAre you an experienced third party administration pensions professional with a passion for leading teams and delivering exceptional results? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We’re looking for a Client Change Team Leader to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll oversee the delivery and day-to-day operations of a portfolio of projects and events, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.How you'll make an impactManaging and inspiring a team, coaching and developing individuals to reach their full potential.Overseeing the scoping, costing, and resourcing of projects and events, collaborating with Specialist Projects Consultants where needed.Performing and verifying manual and automated pension calculations, including key events such as retirements, leavers, deaths, and pension increases.Interpreting and running MKEY reports, as well as conducting data mining to locate critical information.Leveraging your in-depth knowledge of pension regulations to ensure compliance with GMP/GMPE, disclosure requirements, and other regulatory obligations.Reviewing Scheme Booklets, Trust Deeds, Rules, and Actuarial instructions to complete tasks accurately.Taking accountability as the designated Project Owner for a portfolio of projects and events.Driving process improvement initiatives and supporting senior staff with their implementation.Deputising for the Senior Operations Manager when required.About YouA seasoned third party administration occupational pension schemes expert, with a detailed understanding of either DB or DC, and Hybrid Pension Schemes.Already established at either team leader or a principal now looking to progress to a Team Leader position.Proven people management experience, from trainees to senior associates.Strong analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving.Excellent communication and prioritisation skills to meet deadlines.The ability to scope, cost, resource, and check projects/events.A proactive leader who can inspire, motivate, and develop their team.Why join us?At Gallagher Benefit Services, we’re committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where you can thrive. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, develop your skills, and make a real impact.If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a talented team, we’d love to hear from you!Apply now to join our team and help us deliver exceptional results for our clients.#LI-MF1#LI-RemoteCompensation and benefitsAt Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.Competitive compensationComprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being Career development opportunities and ongoing learning A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

Senior National Account Manager – Retail65,000 - 75,000Greater Manchester – 2 days a week on siteD R Newitt have partnered exclusively with a market leading food supplier in the UK who are looking to bring on board a Senior National Account manager to come in and look after one of their major retail accounts.This is a great opportunity to join a market leading food business who pride themselves in putting their employees first, with unrivalled career development and training opportunities. They are willing to invest in people to help increase their retail presence in the UK.What is on offer65,000 - 75,000 base salaryCompany car or car allowance10% pensions contributions28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysApply to find out more.Discipline(s): Food & DrinkJob type: Permanent

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Blackpool, UK; Birmingham, UK; Leeds, UK; Manchester, UK; Sheffield, UK; Cardiff, UK; Glasgow City, Glasgow, UKSalary: 57,946 - 68,205 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: SecurityPosted: 2026-08-20Valid to: 2026-09-02Employer: Department for Work and PensionsJob summaryThe Chief Security Officer has one of the most significant security roles in the UK. DWP touches the lives of more than 20 million people and is responsible for circa 300bn of annual welfare spend. The department employs around 90,000 FTEs and operates from over 750 physical locations. Working to the Finance Director General, the Chief Security Officer sits on the Finance Group Executive Team with overall responsibility for identifying DWP’s key security and data protection risks and setting relevant policies and standards across the organisation to deliver balanced and appropriate security controls. This enables the business to deliver the pension and benefits system to some of the most vulnerable people in UK society. We are seeking a Chief of Staff to support the Chief Security Officer. Job descriptionThis is a high-profile, fast-paced opportunity, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making at a pivotal point for the organisation. The postholder will work at the heart of the security leadership function, helping to shape the future operating model and strategic direction as well as ensuring continuity.The postholder will be expected to operate with confidence and credibility, contributing actively to Senior Leadership Team discussions, providing insight, challenge and perspective, and supporting the CSO in navigating complex, system-wide issues.Key Responsibilities Strategic support Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the CSO's remit, priorities, risks and stakeholder landscape. Provide strategic advice, challenge and support to aid informed decision-making. Identify emerging issues, risks and opportunities and ensure the CSO has clear visibility of matters requiring attention. Support the development and delivery of security strategy, governance and organisational priorities.Executive briefing and communications Lead the development of briefing packs, submissions and other materials to support ministerial, Permanent Secretary and senior stakeholder engagement. Ensure the CSO is appropriately prepared for meetings, boards, visits and external engagements. Coordinate clear and consistent messaging across Security and Data Protection and wider departmental stakeholders.Governance and leadership support Support the effective operation of senior governance forums and leadership meetings. Attend senior meetings and boards on behalf of, or alongside, the CSO, capturing key decisions, risks and actions. Monitor progress against agreed actions and ensure effective follow-through across the organisation. Assist the CSO in driving performance, accountability and delivery across the Security and Data Protection function.Coordination and stakeholder management Act as a central point of coordination between the CSO, Senior Leadership Team and key stakeholders. Build and maintain effective relationships across DWP, wider government and external partners. Coordinate cross-functional activity, ensuring delivery remains aligned with strategic priorities. Support engagement with senior leaders, directors, deputy directors and corporate partners.Risk, insight and continuous improvement Provide oversight of strategic risks, dependencies and organisational priorities. Analyse complex information from multiple sources and present clear recommendations to support executive decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve governance, reporting, communication and operational effectiveness. Support the development of management information, reporting and assurance products for senior audiences.Person specificationEssential criteriaYou will be able to demonstrate: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including producing high-quality material for senior leaders. Knowledge and experience of security, including an understanding of governance, risk, assurance and the wider security landscape. Strong strategic thinking and sound judgement when dealing with complex and sensitive issues. The ability to analyse complex information and translate it into clear advice and recommendations. Experience of working effectively with senior stakeholders and influencing across organisational boundaries. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver at pace. Experience of working in a governance, policy, corporate strategy, private office or business management environment.Please note this role may include travelling and occasional overnight stays.Developed Vetting (DV) clearance; candidates without must be willing to undergo security vetting.BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Seeing the Big PictureCommunicating and InfluencingWorking TogetherDelivering at PaceWe only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:Seeing the Big PictureBenefitsAlongside your salary of 57,946, Department for Work and Pensions contributes 16,786 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).DWP have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.Generous annual leave – at least 23 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (pro–rata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave.Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme.Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join HASSRA a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly).Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 year’s continuous service.Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes.An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Women’s Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.Things you need to knowArtificial intelligenceArtificial 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 candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.Selection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.Stage 1 – Application and SiftAs part of the application process, you will be required to submit:A completed application form, including your employment history, education, professional qualifications and relevant achievements.A CV and a personal statement of a maximum 750 words demonstrating how you meet the criteria. The sift panel will assess your application against the criteria, using the information provided in your employment history and personal statement.You are also requested to provide a 250 word statement at application for the lead Behaviour, "Seeing the Big Picture". Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the lead behaviour, Seeing the Big Picture. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. A NOTE ON ANONYMISATIONDue to DWP’s use of anonymised recruitment practices it is not possible for applicants to upload/attach a CV; any information that you would customarily share on a CV should therefore be entered onto the application form. Please ensure you provide sufficient information to enable the sift panel to make an informed judgement about your suitability for this role.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPlease include all other information that you would customarily provide when presenting a CV/Personal statement, as the sift panel use this information to assess your application (please note, reference to lead behaviour sift only in the event of a large number of applicants).DWP operates an anonymised recruitment process. When entering information relating to your employment history you will be asked to remove any personal details that could be used to identify you. This relates to name and contact details which might usually appear on your CV/Personal statement. Failure to do so will result in your application being withdrawn.Stage 2 – Fireside Chat with the Chief Security OfficerStage 3 - Formal Interview.BehavioursFour behaviour questions covering:Seeing The Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Working Together Delivering at Pace Strength based questionsA series of strength-based questions designed to explore what you enjoy doing, how you naturally approach situations and where you are most likely to perform at your best.Sift and Interview Information:Where there is a large amount of applications a long sift will be completed on the behaviour Seeing the Big Picture.Sift and Interview dates to be confirmed.This role is full time only. Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working pattern may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying.Further InformationAt the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including those that are underrepresented in our workforce.Find out more about working for DWP on the DWP Careers Hub.Reserve ListA reserve list may be held for a period of 6 months from which further appointments can be made.If you are placed on a reserve list but we cannot immediately offer you a post, please note: If you are later offered the role you applied for, in a location you have expressed a preference for, and you decline the offer or are unable to take up the post within a reasonable timeframe you will be withdrawn from the campaign and removed from the reserve list, other than in exceptional circumstances (e.g. a contractual Part Time Working Pattern cannot be accommodated in the initial role offered or in cases of serious ill health). If DWP makes an offer of an alternative role or location to that which you originally applied for, and you decline that offer, you will be able to remain on the reserve list.Disability Confident SchemeIf high application volumes are received, the benchmark for candidates to proceed to the next stage may be raised. In line with our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS), we aim to advance all candidates applying under the DCS who meet the minimum standard. However, we may only progress those candidates who best meet the required standards.Reasonable AdjustmentsWe consider visible and non-visible disabilities, neurodiversity or learning differences, chronic medical conditions, or mental ill health. Examples include dyslexia, epilepsy, autism, chronic fatigue, or schizophrenia.If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should contact the Government Recruitment Service via DWPRecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.Complete the “Reasonable Adjustments” 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.If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.Integrity, plagiarism and Civil Service PrinciplesThe Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles.Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words.Examples of plagiarism can include:- Presenting the work, ideas and experience of others as your own- Copying content or answers from an online or published source that is not your ownDisclosure and Barring Service and Internal Fraud Database ChecksTo process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service or 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 Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk 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 Info@disclosurescotland.co.ukApplicants 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.If successful and transferring from another Government Department, a criminal record check will be carried out.Important New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.Before applying for this vacancy, current employees of DWP should check whether a successful application would result in changes to their terms & conditions of employment, e.g. mobility, pay, allowances. If you are a current employee and are successful you must be able to be released from your current post within four weeks.Those on protected TUPE/ COSoP terms and conditions applying on promotion or voluntary permanent level move will adopt DWP’s Terms and Conditions and this may have a different impact on pay and allowances. 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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 InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).Apply and further informationThis vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. 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