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Executive Support Officer, Belfast, £15.You will be joining a public sector organisation responsible for delivering operational policy and regulatory functions across Northern Ireland.The team plays a key role in ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards.Working within a statutory framewor

Company Description Harp and Crown Credit Union provides safe, ethical, and flexible financial services to the Police and wider Police family in Northern Ireland. With recent organisational restructuring, a digital transformation, and clear vision and strategy for the next 3 years, this is an exciting time to join a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to fostering trust and financial stability for its growing membership. Role Description The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is a reduced hours (30 hours per week) on-site* leadership role based in Belfast. The CEO will oversee all aspects of the credit union's operations, providing strategic leadership and governance, ensuring the organisation's financial health. Responsibilities include driving business growth, managing financial and operational strategies, strengthening member services, stakeholder management and communication, and providing direction in achieving long-term goals. They ensure compliance with all regulatory and governance requirements and foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The CEO will also work closely with the Board of Directors to align organisational objectives with the credit union's mission and vision. *Flexible working can be requested in line with Harp and Crown Credit Union’s Flexible Working Policy, following successful completion of six-month probationary period. Please note the successful applicant will be required to undergo and successfully achieve Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) clearance vetting, unless already held, as well as Senior Management Function (SMF) approval by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Qualifications The CEO must demonstrate strong strategic leadership, operational excellence, relationship management, and commitment to the values and ethos of the Credit Union. Essential Criteria: • A recognised professional accountancy qualification. OR • A relevant third-level qualification AND a minimum of 5 years’ senior management (1) experience with responsibility for managing multi-departmental operating budgets (2). AND • A minimum of 3 years' senior management (1) experience with responsibility for managing multi-disciplinary teams (2)., • Demonstrable experience of managing high performing multi-disciplinary teams., • Demonstrable experience of managing effective strategic partnerships., • Knowledge of regulatory requirements in financial services., • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights. 1: Senior Management experience can be defined as reporting directly to a Chief Executive Officer or a Board of Directors. 2: Experience must be gained in a role which has ended in no more than the last two years. Desirable Criteria: • Experience in a regulated financial environment or the wider credit union sector., • Knowledge of digital transformation and modern financial systems., • Experience in successfully delivering a strategic plan resulting in organisational growth and development.

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Details Reference number Salary £42,914 - £53,081 The national salary is £42,914 - £46,182. London salary is £49,325 - £53,081. Your salary will be dependent on your base location A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer MOJ Grade SEO Contract type Fixed term Loan Length of employment For a period of up to 24 months with possible extension (12 months) Type of role Finance Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location This position can be based at the following locations: NIO Erskine House, BT1 4GF, Northern Ireland Office London, SW1A 2HQ About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description Background The Northern Ireland Office supports the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in promoting the interests of Northern Ireland. We make sure that Northern Ireland interests are represented within the UK Government and that UK Government responsibilities are fully and effectively represented in Northern Ireland. We are the centre of expertise on Northern Ireland issues across Government. The Northern Ireland Office employs around 165 staff, with offices in Belfast and London. As a small Department, we adopt a flexible project-based approach to ensure that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right place to support the delivery of our key objectives. Due to our structure and size, we are able to offer extensive exposure to Ministers and the opportunity to work on a far wider portfolio of policy and responsibilities than might be the case in a larger department. This creates an interesting and stimulating work environment. Our key priorities are set out in our Operational Delivery plan and include: Supporting greater inclusion, tolerance and openness in Northern Ireland Contributing to a safer Northern Ireland, where terrorist and paramilitary groups are less able to cause harm to communities Ensuring that governance in Northern Ireland is responsive, transparent and able to deliver effective public service. Addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland For more information about what we do: Visit: About The Role: The Northern Ireland Office (NIO) is recruiting a Senior Executive Officer (SEO) to lead the engagement and delivery functions for Intertrade UK, a newly established body focused on facilitating and boosting trade within the United Kingdom. This is a pivotal role dedicated to supporting the work of Intertrade UK and helping achieve its core aim of boosting trade within the United Kingdom. This role will sit in the Fiscal, Economy & Trade Group (FET) at the NIO. Intertrade UK is a new non-statutory advisory body. It is chaired by The Rt Hon. the Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee DBE, with five expert members with extensive experience in business and trade in Northern Ireland and further afield. The body?s core mission is to provide strategic advice and insight that strengthens the UK internal market and drives economic prosperity. As the lead for Intertrade UK?s engagement plan, you will be responsible for a critical function that enables the body to deliver its published work programme. You will act as a key link between the advisory body and its diverse range of stakeholders. You will be expected to work independently and with initiative, reacting confidently to emerging issues while maintaining excellent stakeholder relations. For more information about Intertrade UK: Duties And Responsibilities: The main responsibilities of the roles include but are not limited to: Leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive external engagement plan to support Intertrade UK?s published work programme. Arranging and supporting in-person delivery of external engagements/events. Procuring research with external partners that delivers on Intertrade UK?s specific requirements. Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with senior stakeholders across Whitehall and external partners to ensure Intertrade UK?s equities are represented and prioritised. Identifying opportunities to contribute to wider team objectives where they directly benefit the delivery of Intertrade UK?s work programme. The role will also require: Working closely and effectively with the wider Fiscal, Economy and Trade team within the NIO, to proactively identify opportunities to promote and deliver on Intertrade UK?s objectives Essential Criteria: The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application: Experience in or a clear understanding of external procurement processes, including commissioning services and managing external delivery partners or contractors. Experience delivering events for professional audiences. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders including ministers. A track record of working independently and with initiative whilst delivering against competing priorities. A proven ability to work at pace and under pressure. The ability to build and maintain effective and responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, particularly those that are externally facing. Ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture, and capacity to understand the wider implications of both your work and that of others, including working in a political context. Selection Process The selection process will consist of two stages: 1) Sift: Experience: Please provide a CV with details of your education, professional qualifications, previous skills and relevant employment history; and a statement of suitability no longer than 500 words outlining how you meet the essential criteria. Your statement of suitability needs to set out evidence of how your experience meets the requirements set out above. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. One narrative example may cover the requirements needed. You don?t have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why. What you can do, the skills you have that are transferable and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. If you don?t have work-based examples then give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. Your CV will not be formally assessed so please put the main evidence of your skills into your personal statement. Your CV will be used to add context to your personal statement. In the event of a large number of applications, the sift will be scored according to the lead Civil Service Behaviour: Communicating and Influencing. 2) Interview: If you are successful at the sift stage and invited to interview, you will be asked to provide examples of how you have demonstrated the behaviours listed below at the level appropriate to the post. Behaviours: Communicating and Influencing; Delivering At Pace Making Effective Decisions; Seeing the Big Picture It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in and use the WHO or STAR model to explain: WHO- What it was? How you approached the work/situation? What the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? or STAR- What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? What were the Results of your actions? Strengths: The interview will also consist of two Strength-based questions: It is difficult to prepare for strength type questions. However, you can think through your answers, focus on your achievements and aspects you enjoy and decide how these can be applied in the organisation and role. While strengths questions are shorter and we do not expect a full STAR response, the panel is interested in your first reaction to the question and information or reasoning to support this. If you do not have work-based examples then please give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. More information on behaviours, strengths and success profiles can be found here. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Presentation You will also be asked to provide a short presentation as part of the interview. You will have the opportunity to prepare for this presentation. Further details will be provided if you are selected for interview. Offer Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first. The successful candidate will be notified of a start date following successful security checks. Additional information received after the closing date will not be considered. Failure to provide sufficient information in support of an application prior to the closing date will not be considered as grounds for an appeal if an applicant is not shortlisted for interview. Security Clearance: This role requires National Security Vetting given the access to sensitive information afforded by the job role. You can find more information by reviewing the information held in the following links: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ( The vetting charter - GOV.UK ( In addition, there is a minimum UK residency requirement set by the Cabinet Office which is dependent on the security level required for the role. This role requires SC and to be eligible to apply for this role you should have been present in the UK continuously for the past 5 years Neither Detached Duty terms nor relocation costs will apply to this post. Further Information: Further information about the posts may be obtained from All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. This job description should not be taken as constituting conditions of employment. Please note that due to the high interest in NIO opportunities, feedback cannot be given if you are unsuccessful at the sift stage. Feedback is available on request if unsuccessful following the interview. Complaints: The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. Please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: Reserve Lists: In the event that the advertised post following interview, identifies more appointable applicants than available posts, we may hold applicant details on a merit/reserve list for a period of 12 months from which further future appointments can be made. Candidates placed on a reserve list will be informed of this. Those candidates who do not wish to remain on the reserve list should contact to be removed from the reserve list. Person specification Please refer to Job Description Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Seeing the Big Picture Making Effective Decisions Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,914, Northern Ireland Office contributes £12,432 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Access to learning and development A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Annual Leave Public Holidays Season Ticket Advance For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Things you need to know 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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. 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 security check . See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) 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 European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 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 Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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 recruitment principles . 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 Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. 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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team Email : Telephone : Recruitment team Email : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages:

About Us 3173 is a privately owned UK firm of pensions experts with clients throughout the UK, serviced from offices in London, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. The 3173 Group of companies includes Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada) one of the UKs largest professional pension scheme trustee companies. Spence & Partners provides full pension actuarial, consulting, investment consulting and administration services that provide simply smarter solutions for trustees, employers and members and Mantle: reimagines the traditional models of defined benefit pensions administration and actuarial valuation software. The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. We look after our staff first and foremost, but for a commercial purpose, which is to deliver great service profitably. By focusing on our goal, we provide the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers. About You This role within our Finance Department will support our group of businesses across the UK. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer but will also work collaboratively with the Group Financial Controller and with the wider Finance team as required to support routine finance processes. The candidate may also be required to work on a project basis with other senior personnel within the 3173 Group as required. This role will involve the provision of maternity cover for the Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant. This maternity cover is an important assignment and will enable the candidate to gain significant experience of the commercial activities carried out across the 3173 Group. In addition to the maternity cover assignment the successful candidate may be assigned additional responsibilities in areas such as performance measurement, profitability analysis and improvement and investment analysis. The job role may also include the requirement to work alongside the broader finance team in support of monthly reporting processes. These responsibilities will be in response to the changing needs of the 3173 Group as it continues its track record of growth. As with all our group supporting roles, you will be working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders. It is an exciting time to join our group of businesses as we are developing in a number of strategic areas. This role will play a key role in delivering against our growth strategy for the 3173 Group. Responsibilities & Criteria Leading the preparation of both budgets and longer term strategic financial plans across the 3173 Group of businesses, including the gathering of source data, the development of financial models and the presentation of budgets to senior leadership and investors. Leading the preparation of rolling profit and cashflow forecasts across the Group, including the development of financial models and the presentation of such forecasts to senior leadership and investors. Leading the preparation of the financial investment appraisal of significant strategic investments across the Group. Supporting the wider Finance Team as required in the provision of variance analysis and other routine financial reporting across the Group, including the detailed analysis of group payroll expenditure. Supporting the preparation of financial performance profitability monitoring and associated governance across the Group including contract profitability and staff utilisation metrics to enhance the overall performance of the Group. Collaborating with the wider Finance team to continually develop and innovate the financial reporting systems in use across the Group. Supporting the Group Financial Controller, CFO and other members of Senior Management as required. Managing the Group recruitment process, from a budgetary perspective providing oversight and analysis of planned recruitment exercises About You You will be a qualified accountant with a minimum of three years experience post qualification experience gained working within a busy commercial finance environment and are looking for the opportunity to develop your commercial knowledge and financial analysis skills within 3173, a high growth provider of financial services to the pensions industry. As the Interim Financial Planning & Analysis Lead you will provide financial leadership and contribute proactively to the growth and development of 3173. You will be able to demonstrate your experience in supporting a commercial organisation through the provision of thoughtful and concise financial analysis, to contribute to the financial planning process. In order to meet the initial requirements of the role you will have significant practical knowledge in the creation of financial models to underpin budgets, rolling forecasts and longer term strategic financial plans. You will be a confident and articulate communicator with the ability to work with senior leaders and use your influencing skills to achieve the best outcomes for the business. You will be highly competent in the use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. You may be competent in specialist financial planning tools or data analysis software such as Powerbi. You will thrive in a collaborative, fast moving team-based environment. You will be able to prioritise competing priorities. You will support and contribute to the development of the wider Finance team. You will be a diligent and driven individual with a high level of attention to detail. Someone who is confident, thorough and conscientious will do well in this role. The ability and confidence to highlight and escalate where relevant any challenges or risks to the senior leadership team is a must. You will be able to easily build effective working relationships at all levels. You must be able to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities, in a pressured and deadline driven environment. You may be required to travel to different 3173 Group locations from time to time as part of your role therefore may need to be flexible as regards your working hours. Minimum (essential) requirements: ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified accountant with experience post qualification gained in a commercial finance environment. Demonstrable experience in the use of accounting software such as Sage, NetSuite, Oracle, Navision or similar across sales ledger, purchase ledger and nominal ledger. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Very experienced in the use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Must demonstrate experience in the development of financial modelling to support the creation of budgets, rolling forecasts and other financial plans. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision and escalate matters where necessary to the relevant personnel. Ability to work efficiently and prioritise your workloads in a fast-paced environment, delivering a high level of accuracy and attention to detail within tight timeframes. Experience in the training and development of junior staff Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with both staff and external stakeholders. Highly flexible, including willingness to work flexible hours at peak times. Desirable requirements: Educated to degree level. Experience post qualification within a fast-paced commercial financial environment. Strong commercial awareness in relation to a professional services business with experience in the reporting of commercial key performance indicators. Expert level knowledge of Oracle NetSuite Experience in the use of advanced financial modelling techniques such as macros or visual basic. Experience in the use of specialist FP&A tools and data analysis software such as Powerbi.. Experience in the use of Microsoft Access. Practical experience within an M&A environment. Experience in developing investment appraisals. Experience in managing and developing a small team. Competencies Delivers Results Very High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision and to tight deadlines. Leadership Contributes to and aligns to the strategic plan for the department. Provides clarity of direction and ensures employees know what is expected of them. Able to motivate, drive and engage positively with project team members. Change & Innovation Promotes and encourages innovative ways of working. Directly manages change programmes committed to process improvement. Communicating & Influencing Promotes and encourages a culture of openness and transparency. Demonstrates credibility and makes a strong impression. Able to chair meetings, run workshops and facilitate sessions as required. Customer Relationship Management Passion for excellent customer focus Manage stakeholder expectations and keep them updates as required. Teamwork & Collaboration Able to bring out the best in people to form a cohesive team. Promotes and encourages the use of collaboration across the organisation. Circumstances Location: Belfast Contract- 12 months fixed term contract Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required.? Our Company is committed to work life balance and our flexi-working policy and opportunity for remote working enables individuals to maintain that balance. All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check. As part of the pre-hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting. 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.? ? Applying with a disability or long-term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us, we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long-term health condition from applying to work with us. As part of this commitment, we guarantee to automatically interview anyone with a disability who meets the minimum criteria. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements.?We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially.? To discuss this further please call??and ask to speak to a member of the People team.

Details Reference number Salary £42,914 - £53,081 The national salary range is £42,914 - £46,182, London salary range is £49,325 - £53,081. Your salary will be dependent on your base location A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer SEO Contract type Fixed term Loan Length of employment For a period of up to 24 months with possible extension Type of role Finance Project Delivery Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location This position is based at NIO Erskine House, BT1 4GF, NORTHERN IRELAND OFFICE LONDON, SW1A 2HQ About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description Background On 11th September 2024, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland announced that he would establish an independent statutory inquiry into the murder of Mr Patrick Finucane on 12th February 1989. The Inquiry is being established under the Inquiries Act 2005 to enable the Government to discharge its obligations under Article 2 of the ECHR in line with the 2019 Supreme Court judgment and the Northern Ireland Court of Appeal judgment in July 2024. The inquiry will build upon the previous reviews and investigations which have already been conducted into this case, take specific account of the materials and information provided to and generated by them, and avoid unnecessary duplication of investigation. The Chair of the Inquiry the Rt Hon Sir Gary Hickinbottom was appointed on 13th June 2025, along with two Assessors, Baroness O?Loan and Francesca Del Mese. They are supported by a small secretariat, providing administrative and policy support to the office holders. The Inquiry is at the early stages and this role offers an opportunity to make a real impact on the future direction of the Inquiry. As a member of a small team, you will have a varied role on a high-profile topic, working with a diverse group of stakeholders. It?s an exciting time to be part of a growing and energetic team with lots of potential for development and growth within this role. About the Role Duties and Responsibilities: The role-holder will need to work flexibly across the secretariat team, providing support to the Secretary, Deputy Secretary and Head of Operations and working as part of a wider team, often fulfilling tasks and roles outside his or her key responsibilities. The key responsibilities of the role are flexible, and expected to include: Leading on all finance workstreams, including support for procurement and day-to-day financial management and reporting. Supporting the Head of Operations to meet sponsorship requirements for financial management, planning, forecasting and budgetary oversight. Setting up and overseeing systems for daily operational running of administrative requirements and finance keeping, including raising POs, processing invoices and receipting for services. Advising on section 40 determinations, per the Inquiry Rules 2006, in collaboration with the legal team. Setting up and managing systems and policies to provide business support to the Secretary, Deputy Secretary and growing team. Acting as lead administrative support for key internal meetings. This will mean overseeing and leading on commissions, the collation of papers, and the setting up and minuting of these meetings, with some diary and travel management. Acting as business manager and administrative liaison between the Secretariat and other senior leaders and stakeholders. Preparing and organising meeting papers for the Secretariat, providing some diary management support and overall support. On occasion, helping the wider team with a range of duties, such as supporting hearings and assisting the independent Assessors. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; the precise roles and responsibilities will be flexible. Essential Criteria: The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application and at interview: Strong prioritisation, communication and influencing skills. Experience with finance and understanding of financial record keeping and management. Ability to build and maintain strong and credible relationships with senior stakeholders. Ability to assess and solve problems quickly and effectively. Strong attention to detail and excellent written communication. Willingness to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance if not already held. Desirable Criteria: Holding Security Check (SC) clearance would be beneficial. Holding an accountancy qualification and/or substantial workplace experience in a finance role would be beneficial. Behaviours: We will assess you against the following Success Profiles behaviours at the SEO level during the application sift and interview process : Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Delivering at Pace Experience: Please provide a CV and statement of suitability no longer than 750 words outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Both will be used in order to assess any demonstrable experience, career history and achievements that are relevant to the role. Your statement of suitability needs to set out evidence of how your experience meets the requirements set out above. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. One narrative example may cover the requirements needed. You don?t have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why. What you can do, the skills you have that are transferable and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. If you don?t have work-based examples then give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. You will also be asked to complete a CV with details of your education, professional qualifications, previous skills and full employment history. Your CV will not be formally assessed so please put the main evidence of your skills into your personal statement. Your CV will be used to add context to your personal statement. More information on behaviours and success profiles can be found here. Please note that in the event of a large number of applications being received we may run the initial sift on the lead Behaviour Leadership . Interview: At the interview stage, you will be assessed against the same behaviours and will be asked to provide examples of how you have demonstrated the behaviours. It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in and use the WHO or STAR model to explain: WHO- What it was? How you approached the work/situation? What the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? or STAR- What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? What were the Results of your actions? Offer Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first. The successful candidate will be notified of a start date following successful security checks. Additional information received after the closing date will not be considered. Failure to provide sufficient information in support of an application prior to the closing date will not be considered as grounds for an appeal if an applicant is not shortlisted for interview. Security Clearance: This role requires National Security Vetting given the access to sensitive information afforded by the job role. You can find more information by reviewing the information held in the following links: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ( The vetting charter - GOV.UK ( In addition, there is a minimum UK residency requirement set by the Cabinet Office which is dependent on the security level required for the role. This role requires SC and to be eligible to apply for this role you should have been present in the UK continuously for the past 5 years Neither Detached Duty terms nor relocation costs will apply to this post. Further Information: Further information about the post may be obtained from Nadine Milne via email to . All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. This job description should not be taken as constituting conditions of employment. Please note that due to the high interest in NIO opportunities, feedback cannot be given if you are unsuccessful at the sift stage. Feedback is available on request if unsuccessful following the interview. Complaints: The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. Please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: Reserve Lists: In the event that the advertised post following interview, identifies more appointable applicants than available posts, we may hold applicant details on a merit/reserve list for a period of 12 months from which further future appointments can be made. Candidates placed on a reserve list will be informed of this. Those candidates who do not wish to remain on the reserve list should contact to be removed from the reserve list. Person specification Please refer to Job Description Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Delivering at Pace Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,914, Northern Ireland Office contributes £12,432 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Access to learning and development A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Annual Leave Public Holidays Season Ticket Advance For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Things you need to know 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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. 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 security check . See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) 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 European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 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 Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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 recruitment principles . 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 Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. 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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team Email : Telephone : Recruitment team Email : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages:

Training & Development Officer Location: Belfast (with travel to other locations as required; hybrid working policy in place) Salary: £29,505 per annum Contract: Fixed-term for 15 months (with the possibility of becoming permanent, subject to funding) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (evening and weekend work may be required at times to fulfil the obligations of the post) About the Organisation Charity Jobs NI is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Volunteer Now, Northern Irelands leading organisation promoting, developing and supporting volunteering. As an Investors in People Gold accredited employer, Volunteer Now is committed to flexible and family-friendly working policies and provides a supportive, values-driven environment where staff are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and deliver high-quality services. Volunteer Now supports individuals, organisations, and communities to promote volunteering, strengthen safeguarding practice, and build capacity across Northern Ireland. Their work spans community engagement, safeguarding, training, major events volunteering, and specialist advisory services across multiple sectors, including sport. The Role Volunteer Now is seeking a skilled and motivated Training & Development Officer to provide high-quality training, information, resources, and support on adult safeguarding practice. This role plays a key part in strengthening safeguarding standards across organisations, particularly within the sports sector. You will assess organisations against required safeguarding standards, develop implementation plans, deliver and coordinate training, and provide expert guidance on best practice in adult safeguarding. This role may also suit candidates who have worked in positions such as safeguarding officer, safeguarding training officer, learning and development officer, safeguarding advisor, or adult safeguarding practitioner. Key Responsibilities Carry out adult safeguarding assessments of organisations against required standards Develop assessment reports and implementation plans based on identified outcomes Coordinate and deliver adult safeguarding training programmes Develop and provide high-quality safeguarding information, guidance, and resources Respond to safeguarding enquiries and provide follow-up support where required Coordinate the development of online learning resources including webinars, videos, blogs, and podcasts Provide advice and guidance on Access NI eligibility Contribute to planning and development of safeguarding services, particularly within the sports sector Build and maintain effective partnerships with relevant organisations and stakeholders Identify opportunities for service improvement and business development Represent Volunteer Now as appropriate and contribute to cross-organisational teamwork About You You will be knowledgeable, organised, and confident in supporting organisations to improve safeguarding practice. You will bring: A third-level qualification or at least two years equivalent experience within the last five years A thorough understanding of adult safeguarding and required standards Experience of assessing organisations and providing tailored safeguarding support The ability to identify training needs and deliver high-quality training and information Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills Access to a form of transport to enable travel as required Experience in the sports sector, a training qualification, a social work qualification, or experience working directly with adults at risk would be advantageous. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Generous annual leave, rising with service (starting at 22 days plus statutory/public holidays) Pension contributions of 4.5% after probation Training and professional development opportunities Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven organisational culture How to Apply If youre passionate about improving safeguarding practice and delivering high-quality training and support, wed love to hear from you. Simply apply now with your CV to register your interest. A member of the Charity Jobs NI team will be in touch to discuss your application and guide you through the next steps of the process. Closing Date: Tuesday31 March Interviews: Week commencing 14th April 2026 (subject to change) Volunteer Now is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications are particularly welcome from males and individuals from minority communities who meet the criteria. Charity Jobs NI is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for this vacancy. Skills: Training Safeguarding Learning & Development

Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, a Housing Association in Belfast, to recruit an Assets Officer on a temporary contract basis for a period of 3-6 months with the possibility of further extension. Your new role * To provide an efficient, responsive and excellent customer-focused asset management maintenance service to Association tenants. * To ensure the Association's asset base is maintained and developed to a high standard. * To ensure a high level of compliance across all assets and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to all areas of health and safety. * Ensure that emergency and urgent maintenance is dealt with in a timely way during the defects liability period (new build) and that all outstanding defects are rectified in conjunction with housing and development agent staff by the end of that period. * Prepare written reports as necessary, including risk assessments, audits and surveys, making recommendations and solutions. * Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, codes of practices, British Standards and legislation in all property-related areas.# * Gather and prepare information on the Association's Property asset base. * Organise service contracts for all specialist equipment and other appropriate services as and when required. * Provide a seamless, responsive repairs service, conducting any required pre-and-post inspections and raising orders and following through to meet KPI's. * Review and process invoices for payment, applying appropriate levels of scrutiny and challenge ensuring value for money at all times. * Carry out regular and ad-hoc inspections of The Associations property and external grounds and proactively ensure it is maintained to a high standard. * Work closely with housing staff to ensure seamless service delivery to tenants and swift turnaround of voids. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you must possess: * In-depth experience in surveying, project maintenance/ refurbishment, contract management service. * Extensive experience of conducting diagnostic pre-inspections and follow-up post inspections of work quality by contractors and experience in constructively managing any recalls and snagging/defects, ensuring value for money at all times. * Experience in Health and Safety obligations and conducting Risk Assessments. * Experience of preparing schedules of work for voids/improvement works and overseeing timely delivery. * Experience of planned maintenance programmes. * Experience of response repairs and cyclical servicing work, including works of a statutory compliance nature. * Working knowledge of Measured Term Contracts and Schedules of Rates. What you'll get in return This position offers an immediate start with the opportunity to work with an established Housing Association. You will be paid via Hays on a weekly basis for all hours worked. What you need to do now Please contact Andrew McLarnon to discuss this position in confidence. Alternatively, please apply using the link attached to register your interest. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Assets Officer Maintenance Officer Housing Benefits: £37 000-£38 000 per annum

By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Assets Officer Maintenance Officer Housing Benefits: £37 000-£38 000 per annum. Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, a Housing Association in Belfast, to recruit an

Senior Professional and Technical Officer (SPTO) Building Regulations Policy Advisor REF: IRC323342 SALARY: £47,304 to £49,515 LOCATION: Goodwood House, 44-58 May Street, Belfast For more detailed information and to apply, please click in the apply button below.

Location: Northern Ireland Salary: £52970 + company car/car allowance and relocation support Are you committed to protecting animal health, public safety, and supporting trade? Join us as a Field Veterinary Officer, where youll lead disease control efforts and uphold animal welfare standards. We are looking for MRCVS Veterinarians to serve as the primary liaison for farmers, private veterinarians, and industry stakeholders, providing expert leadership to safeguard public health, consumer safety, and animal welfare. Key Responsibilities will include: • Primarily office based you will complete administrative tasks related to animal health and compliance., • Conduct farm visits and inspections as required., • Manage and audit disease control programmes for enzootic and epizootic diseases., • Ensure compliance with animal welfare and traceability requirements through inspections and enforcement., • Support trade facilitation by certifying animals and products for export., • Provide veterinary expertise across species such as pigs, sheep, and aquatics., • Contribute to policy development in areas including disease surveillance, animal welfare, antimicrobial resistance, and trade facilitation.

You will need to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders across the UK Government, the Northern Ireland Civil Service, the Police Service of Northern Ireland and the wider security, law enforcement and justice community. Supporting senior official/mi

Details Reference number 450707 Salary £31,096 - £33,270 Plus, Flexibility Payment Level 2: National £12 400; London: £13 300 once fully trained. External applicants will join on the pay band minimum. This role attracts an additional Flexibility Payment on top of the advertised salary - details in the ?Person Specification? section. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area HMRC - CCG - Risk & Intelligence Services Type of role Intelligence Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 3 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Belfast - Carne House About the job Job summary Discover what it?s like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. Do you have an enquiring mind and a passion for solving complex problems? Love making decisions based on evidence and analysis? If so, this could be the role for you. These are some of the most exciting opportunities in Government and Law Enforcement. We?re looking for dynamic, enthusiastic individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, adapt to changing priorities, and bring energy and curiosity to everything they do. If you?re ready to dive into varied, meaningful work where every decision counts, we?d love to hear from you. Job description You will be trained to gather and develop intelligence from a variety of sources. The role requires attention to detail, tenacity, resilience and flexibility. You will need to exercise sound judgment and discretion, applying legislation, policy and procedure. The products you develop will be used to attack organised crime groups through onward referrals for criminal prosecution or tax intervention against criminals and seizure of unlawful goods and the proceeds of crime. You will be required to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas and deploy on operations including surveillance of subjects. Key Responsibilities: You?ll be joining our wide team of colleagues, your key responsibilities will include: Gather, analyse, develop and disseminate intelligence to support investigations while using sound judgement to assess evidence and identify risks. Undertake wide-ranging desk-based duties, including interrogating HMRC and external systems, conducting third-party enquiries, recording and reporting outcomes. Develop quality cases for intervention and criminal prosecution across all HMRC regimes, such as complex cyber-attacks, money laundering, tax fraud and smuggling of tobacco and alcohol in addition to new and emerging threats. Collaborate with counter-fraud professionals and law enforcement partners within HMRC and external law enforcement agencies across the UK and overseas, sharing expertise and working as part of a wider team to protect the UK. Prepare and present evidence within the criminal justice system, including drafting witness statements, attending court and giving evidence as required. Working to a standard that can withstand inspection by Team Leaders, the Courts and external authorities. Complying with legislation by undertaking the role of Disclosure Officer in relation to material, created or obtained during an investigation. Conduct covert surveillance operations, both foot and static, as part of intelligence-led investigations, showing resilience and adaptability under pressure. Person specification We?re looking for adaptable, resilient individuals with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. You?ll thrive under pressure, make evidence-based decisions, and maintain high standards that withstand legal scrutiny. You should be confident in gathering intelligence, assessing evidence, and applying legislation accurately. Collaboration is key, so you?ll work effectively with partners and embrace innovation, including digital tools. Tenacity, problem-solving ability, and professionalism when facing challenges are essential. Training and Assessment Period Please ensure you understand the following requirements before you apply. We recruit candidates based on aptitude and potential and will provide full training to give you the skills and experience needed to succeed. Successful candidates will need to undertake a training period of approximately 12 months. This will include online and on-the-job learning, a three-month course including 3-weeks residential and a 1-day Public and Personal Safety Training course with annual refresher training. The Public and Personal Safety Training includes physical activity and requires an appropriate level of fitness. You must be able to take part in, for example, jogging, stretching and movement exercises, self-defence and restraint techniques. Throughout the 12 months, you will have a Practical Training Officer to guide you through the process and will receive support from your management team and colleagues. Successful completion of all training is vital for the role. We provide candidates with as much support as possible but those who do not complete - and pass - all required training, cannot remain in the role and may need to be moved to an alternative role within HMRC. If that is not possible, your employment may be terminated. Other specialist training may also be required, dependent on the team you are placed in and the changing nature of surveillance work. Personal development will continue after the initial 12-month period and throughout your career. Essential Criteria Hold a full valid UK driving licence at the time of application and be willing to drive official vehicles. We recognise that some people cannot drive due to a disability or underlying health condition and may not be able to meet this requirement. Where this applies, you can apply but will need to declare that you require a reasonable adjustment at the point you receive a provisional offer. The vacancy holder will then discuss your specific requirements to consider if this can be reasonably accommodated in this role. Flexibility Payment Once successfully trained, you will be in receipt of a Flexibility Payment, in addition to your salary and will be required to work additional hours above and beyond a normal working pattern. This commitment includes: Short notice changes Some evening/weekend/bank holiday work Working an additional 275 hours per annum [not required during training] Being on-call - 1 week in 4, pre-rostered [not required during training] Flexibility Payment (FP) has different levels, each of which provides a different type and quantity of flexibility and additional attendance. Flexibility Payment 1a (whilst training) FP Level 1a buys flexibility and contactability which enables HMRC to change your work pattern at short notice to meet business needs. FP Level 1a secures 75 or more changes of duty per annum with no upper limit. FP Level 1a is paid whilst you are training, and you will becomes eligible to receive payment one month after taking up duty. FP Level 1a is paid at the rate of £4,100 per annum (irrespective of whether you are in HMRC?s National or London pay areas). Flexibility Payment 2 (once fully trained) FP Level 2 buys the flexibility and contactability of Level 1a, plus periods of on call at the rate of 1 week in every 4 (pre-rostered) and 275 additional hours per annum. You will become eligible for FP Level 2 when you successfully complete your training assessment period. This usually takes about 12 months. However, training timescales are estimates and not guaranteed. This will vary depending upon course availability and other factors. FP Level 2 is paid at the rate of £12,400 per annum (HMRC National pay area) or £13,300 per annum (HMRC London pay area). Note: At FP Levels 1a and 2, your standard hours and additional hours when you become eligible, are flexible to be worked at any time needed by the business including at night time, weekends and public holidays. FP is reviewed annually ? on a business needs and personal basis ? and may be subject to change. In applying for a position and accepting the FP, you agree that you can and will meet its attendance requirements. Please read the FAQ document attached as it is important you understand the level and type of attendance bought by FP and the commitments expected of colleagues in this role. Join us on a webinar To find out more about the role and the application process, you can join a 45-minute webinar session via Microsoft Teams. There will be a short Q&A session at the end. These will take place on: If you would like to attend one of these sessions, please complete this short form to tell us your email address and the session you'd like to attend, and you'll be sent an automated email containing the link to join the webinar of your choice. BCN344: Join an HMRC Recruitment Webinar - Trainee Intelligence Officer Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £31,096, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £9,008 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues? Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it?s really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to know 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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Ability and Experience. How to Apply After submission of the first stage of your application, you will be invited to complete a Civil Service Verbal Test, Civil Service Numerical Test If you successfully pass the test, you will be invited to complete the final stage of the application. The selection process consists of 4 stages: Stage 1. Short Application & Online Tests Once you have completed the short application form (basic information, not assessed) you will need to pass 2 Civil Service online tests: Civil Service Numerical Reasoning Test Civil Service Verbal Reasoning Test Please complete these tests as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended), the closing date for the campaign, including the completion of the full application form, stated below is 26/03/2026 at 23:55. If you fail to complete the online tests and full application form before the deadline your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the tests will be available when you are invited to take them. The tests are administered online and accessed via the CS Jobs website. Stage 2. Full Application If you pass the online tests, you will need to return to your application to complete and submit 2 behaviour statements (250 words per behaviour) on Making Effective Decisions and Communicating and Influencing. At the end of the application you will answer a yes/no question. If you meet any of these criteria, answer 'yes' in the box (but do not tell us which one): I hold a full current UK driving licence and I am prepared to drive as part of this role, or I hold a full current UK driving licence but I have grounds to request this requirement is removed as a reasonable adjustment (due to a disability or underlying health condition as covered by the Equality Act), or I have grounds to request this requirement is removed as a reasonable adjustment (due to a disability or underlying health condition as covered by the Equality Act) and I do not hold a full current UK driving licence. ** If you cannot answer ?YES? to one of the above, you do not meet the essential criteria and you should not apply for this role Stage 3. Sift At sift all behaviour statements will be assessed, with the successful candidates being invited to interview. We may also raise the score required at any stage of the process if we receive a high number of applications. Stage 4. Interview During the panel interview, you will be assessed on Behaviours and Strengths. Behaviours : we recommend that you review the Success Profiles framework and consider working examples and outcomes that demonstrate the Behaviours listed above. A typical example of a Behaviour question might be 'Tell us about a time where you've had to deliver a difficult message'. We will assess the following Behaviours: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Working Together Using the STAR format will help you to structure your answers. Strengths : There?s no expectation to prepare for these, as we?re looking for your instinctive, natural responses. A typical Strength question might be 'How quickly do you recover from setbacks? Interviews will take place face to face in Belfast. Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Online Tests ? Banked Scores When an applicant has a banked score they are not asked to retake the same test, providing it is: set at the same job level, and within the same system. Scores will be banked for six months, or until a new score benchmark is applied, whichever is sooner. This means that if a candidate applies for another vacancy at this grade they may not have to retake the test within that time, and their previous score will be used for the new vacancy. Vacancy timeline Dates are provided as a guide only, and may change: sift/shortlisting: We aim to release results within 2 weeks of the advert close date. interviews: you will have at least 5 days? notice from when the sift results are released. Eligibility Please take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. We understand mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday) before the vacancy closes, we will not be able to reopen your application for you. If you do make a mistake with your eligibility form, or have withdrawn yourself in error and need your application reinstated whilst the campaign is still live, please contact us via: ? Use the subject line to insert appropriate wording for example ? ?Please re-open my application ? [insert vacancy ref] & vacancy closing date [insert date]?. To check that you are eligible to apply for this role, please review the eligibility information before submitting your application. The HMRC app can help you with your application The HMRC app can provide you with your past 5 years' employment history, making the process of filling in your application quicker and easier. If successful in your application, you will need your National Insurance number for the onboarding process. Download the HMRC app now and save your National Insurance number to your digital phone wallet. How to download the HMRC app and sign up for an account Download the free HMRC app from the App Store or Google Play store. If you have an HMRC online account already, sign straight in using your ID and password. If not, you can prove your identity by answering some questions or providing your photo ID. You?ll then be able to access the app quickly and easily by signing in using a 6-digit PIN, your fingerprint, or facial recognition. You can find guidance for technical issues on Technical support with HMRC online services. Reserve List A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles ? if this applies to you, we?ll let you know via your Civil Service Jobs account. Merit List After interview, a single merit list will be created, and appointments will be made in strict merit order until the set demand is filled. If successful, you will be informed when we reach your position on the merit list. Criminal Record Check Applications received from candidates with a criminal record are considered fairly in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice and the Recruitment of ex-offenders Policy. Hybrid working at HMRC HMRC is an office-based organisation, and colleagues are expected to spend 60% of their working time in the office. Our offices provide opportunity for interaction, collaboration which aids learning and development and a sense of community. Where the role allows it, and where the home environment is suitable, colleagues can work from home for up to 2 days a week, averaged over a calendar month (or a proportionate amount of time for colleagues who work less than full time). Reasonable Adjustments We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact the UBS Recruitment team via as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the ?Assistance required? section in the ?Additional requirements? page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you?re deaf, a Language Service Professional. Additional Security Information Please note: in addition to the standard pre-employment checks for appointment into the Civil Service, all candidates must also obtain National Security Vetting at Security Check (SC) clearance level for this vacancy. You will normally need to meet the minimum UK residency period as determined by the level of vetting being undertaken, which for SC is 5 years UK residency prior to your vetting application. If you have any questions about this residency requirement, please speak to the vacancy holder for this post. From 1 April 2026, applicants will be required to meet updated nationality and residency requirements so that National Security Vetting (NSV) checks can be conducted. If this affects you, we will give you more information at the appropriate time. Important information for existing HMRC contractual homeworkers: Please note that this role is unsuitable for contractual homeworkers due to the nature and/or requirements of the role. Terms and Conditions Customer facing roles in HMRC require the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English and/or Welsh where required. Where this is an essential requirement, this will be tested as part of the selection process. HMRC has a presence in every region of the UK. For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. The evidence you provide in your application must relate to your own experiences. Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant application(s) will be withdrawn from the process. Recording of interviews is prohibited unless explicit agreement is sought in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. Questions relating to an individual application must be emailed as detailed later in this advert. 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. New entrants will join on the minimum of the pay band. Please note that, if you are applying for roles on a part-time basis, the salary agreed will be pro-rata, reflective of the working hours agreed within your contract. If you experience accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. For more Information for people applying for, or thinking of applying for, roles at HM Revenue and Customs, please see link: Working for HMRC: information for applicants - 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 security check . See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) 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 European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 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 Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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 recruitment principles . 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 Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. 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 : RIS Recruitment Service - BULK - LPL Email : Recruitment team Email : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via ubsrecruitmentcomplaints@ Please note that we do not accept complaints or appeals regarding scoring of outcomes of campaigns, unless candidates can provide clear evidence that the campaign did not follow the Recruitment Principles. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their website. Attachments Flexibility Payment

Your new company You will be joining the Northern Ireland Courts and Tribunals Service (NICTS) within the Financial Strategy and Planning Branch. The team provides financial management, business partnering and strategic oversight across a wide range of justice-related functions, including the Legacy Inquest Unit (LIU), Coroners Service NI (CSNI), the Lady Chief Justice's Office, Official Solicitor's Office and regional courts. This role is based in Laganside House, Belfast, with hybrid working 2 days in office/3 from home. Your new role As a Staff Officer Accountant/ Finance Business Partner- Financial Strategy Planning Branch (In-Year), you will take on a key business partnering role and be responsible for the effective management, control and reporting of budgets across several high-profile justice areas. Your core responsibilities will include: Managing the Legacy Inquest Unit and Coroners Service NI budgets. Acting as a finance business partner for a range of directorates. Preparing monthly finance returns and reports including accruals, variance analysis, cash management and profiling. Preparing Monitoring Round submissions and budget forecasts. Supporting senior leaders with spend analysis, trend reporting and financial planning. Forecasting counsel costs and building forecasting tools for legal teams. Running and interpreting Account NI reports to support financial decision-making and monthly monitoring. Developing and maintaining automated Excel spreadsheets. Training budget holders on financial processes. Liaising with key stakeholders including audit, administrators and legal officers. Ensuring internal financial controls and governance requirements are met. Supporting the wider In-Year budgeting team with ad-hoc queries. What you'll need to succeed Essential: Qualified accountant- Chartered or equivalent Desirable: Experience using Account NI What you'll get in return Hybrid working pattern- 2 days offer/ 3 days home Flexibility options- flexible time and flexible start/finish times 37-hour working week- opening to part time 37 day annual leave A 12-month+ contract with a supported pathway to future permanent NICS opportunities Opportunity to work in a high-impact public-sector finance environment supporting justice services. Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across multiple high-profile functions. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: ACCA CIMA CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER NICS Benefits: Work From Home

Job description Background The Northern Ireland Office supports the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in promoting the interests of Northern Ireland. We make sure that Northern Ireland interests are represented within the UK Government and that UK Government responsibilities are fully and effectively represented in Northern Ireland. We are the centre of expertise on Northern Ireland issues across Government. The Northern Ireland Office employs around 165 staff, with offices in Belfast and London. As a small Department, we adopt a flexible project-based approach to ensure that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right place to support the delivery of our key objectives. Due to our structure and size, we are able to offer extensive exposure to Ministers and the opportunity to work on a far wider portfolio of policy and responsibilities than might be the case in a larger department. This creates an interesting and stimulating work environment. Our key priorities are set out in our Operational Delivery plan and include: Supporting greater inclusion, tolerance and openness in Northern Ireland Contributing to a safer Northern Ireland, where terrorist and paramilitary groups are less able to cause harm to communities Ensuring that governance in Northern Ireland is responsive, transparent and able to deliver effective public service. Addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland For more information about what we do: Visit: About The Role: The Northern Ireland Office (NIO) is recruiting a Senior Executive Officer (SEO) to lead the engagement and delivery functions for Intertrade UK, a newly established body focused on facilitating and boosting trade within the United Kingdom. This is a pivotal role dedicated to supporting the work of Intertrade UK and helping achieve its core aim of boosting trade within the United Kingdom. This role will sit in the Fiscal, Economy & Trade Group (FET) at the NIO. Intertrade UK is a new non-statutory advisory body. It is chaired by The Rt Hon. the Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee DBE, with five expert members with extensive experience in business and trade in Northern Ireland and further afield. The bodys core mission is to provide strategic advice and insight that strengthens the UK internal market and drives economic prosperity. As the lead for Intertrade UKs engagement plan, you will be responsible for a critical function that enables the body to deliver its published work programme. You will act as a key link between the advisory body and its diverse range of stakeholders. You will be expected to work independently and with initiative, reacting confidently to emerging issues while maintaining excellent stakeholder relations. For more information about Intertrade UK: Duties And Responsibilities: The main responsibilities of the roles include but are not limited to: Leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive external engagement plan to support Intertrade UKs published work programme. Arranging and supporting in-person delivery of external engagements/events. Procuring research with external partners that delivers on Intertrade UKs specific requirements. Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with senior stakeholders across Whitehall and external partners to ensure Intertrade UKs equities are represented and prioritised. Identifying opportunities to contribute to wider team objectives where they directly benefit the delivery of Intertrade UKs work programme. The role will also require: Working closely and effectively with the wider Fiscal, Economy and Trade team within the NIO, to proactively identify opportunities to promote and deliver on Intertrade UKs objectives Essential Criteria: The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application: Experience in or a clear understanding of external procurement processes, including commissioning services and managing external delivery partners or contractors. Experience delivering events for professional audiences. Excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders including ministers. A track record of working independently and with initiative whilst delivering against competing priorities. A proven ability to work at pace and under pressure. The ability to build and maintain effective and responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, particularly those that are externally facing. Ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture, and capacity to understand the wider implications of both your work and that of others, including working in a political context. Selection Process The selection process will consist of two stages: 1) Sift: Experience: Please provide a CV with details of your education, professional qualifications, previous skills and relevant employment history; and a statement of suitability no longer than 500 words outlining how you meet the essential criteria. Your statement of suitability needs to set out evidence of how your experience meets the requirements set out above. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. One narrative example may cover the requirements needed. You dont have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why. What you can do, the skills you have that are transferable and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. If you dont have work-based examples then give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. Your CV will not be formally assessed so please put the main evidence of your skills into your personal statement. Your CV will be used to add context to your personal statement. In the event of a large number of applications, the sift will be scored according to the lead Civil Service Behaviour: Communicating and Influencing. 2) Interview: If you are successful at the sift stage and invited to interview, you will be asked to provide examples of how you have demonstrated the behaviours listed below at the level appropriate to the post. Behaviours: Communicating and Influencing; Delivering At Pace Making Effective Decisions; Seeing the Big Picture It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in and use the WHO or STAR model to explain: WHO- What it was? How you approached the work/situation? What the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? or STAR- What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? What were the Results of your actions? Strengths: The interview will also consist of two Strength-based questions: It is difficult to prepare for strength type questions. However, you can think through your answers, focus on your achievements and aspects you enjoy and decide how these can be applied in the organisation and role. While strengths questions are shorter and we do not expect a full STAR response, the panel is interested in your first reaction to the question and information or reasoning to support this. If you do not have work-based examples then please give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. More information on behaviours, strengths and success profiles can be found here. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Presentation You will also be asked to provide a short presentation as part of the interview. You will have the opportunity to prepare for this presentation. Further details will be provided if you are selected for interview. Offer Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first. The successful candidate will be notified of a start date following successful security checks. Additional information received after the closing date will not be considered. Failure to provide sufficient information in support of an application prior to the closing date will not be considered as grounds for an appeal if an applicant is not shortlisted for interview. Security Clearance: This role requires National Security Vetting given the access to sensitive information afforded by the job role. You can find more information by reviewing the information held in the following links: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ( The vetting charter - GOV.UK ( In addition, there is a minimum UK residency requirement set by the Cabinet Office which is dependent on the security level required for the role. This role requires SC and to be eligible to apply for this role you should have been present in the UK continuously for the past 5 years Neither Detached Duty terms nor relocation costs will apply to this post. Further Information: Further information about the posts may be obtained from All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. This job description should not be taken as constituting conditions of employment. Please note that due to the high interest in NIO opportunities, feedback cannot be given if you are unsuccessful at the sift stage. Feedback is available on request if unsuccessful following the interview. Complaints: The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. Please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: Reserve Lists: In the event that the advertised post following interview, identifies more appointable applicants than available posts, we may hold applicant details on a merit/reserve list for a period of 12 months from which further future appointments can be made. Candidates placed on a reserve list will be informed of this. Those candidates who do not wish to remain on the reserve list should contact to be removed from the reserve list. Additional Information Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity. Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyones circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised role: all successful candidates will be appointed to the nearest viable office nearest to their home postcode and on its respective pay scale. This will be at either a HQ building (subject to desk allocation, a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or a Justice Satellite Office (JSO) See Map. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity). For current MoJ employees, your base location will need to be changed to the nearest viable office (to your home postcode), either at a HQ building, JCC or JSO within the National Office Network and moved its locations respective pay scale (any legacy arrangements/locations will need to be amended). Some of MoJs terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made. MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer. All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet. Flexible working hours The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJs Flexible Working policy. Benefits The MoJ offers a range of benefits: Annual Leave Annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years service. There is also a scheme to allow qualifying staff to buy or sell up to three days leave each year. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis. Pension The Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best. Training The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.

BACKGROUND The Northern Ireland Office supports the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in promoting the best interests of Northern Ireland. We make sure that Northern Ireland interests are represented within the UK Government and that UK Government responsibilities are fully and effectively represented in Northern Ireland. We are the centre of expertise on Northern Ireland issues across Government. The Northern Ireland Office employs around 170 staff, with offices in Belfast and London. As a small Department, we adopt a flexible project-based approach to ensure that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right place to support the delivery of our key objectives. Due to our structure and size, we are able to offer extensive exposure to Ministers and the opportunity to work on a far wider portfolio of policy and responsibilities than might be the case in a larger department. This creates an interesting and stimulating work environment. Our key priorities are set out in our Operational Delivery plan and include: Supporting greater inclusion, tolerance and openness in Northern Ireland Contributing to a safer Northern Ireland, where terrorist and paramilitary groups are less able to cause harm to communities Ensuring that governance in Northern Ireland is responsive, transparent and able to deliver effective public service. Addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland For more information about what we do: Visit: ABOUT THE ROLE: National Security is one of the foundations on which the Missions set in the UK Governments Plan for Change are built. Through our work to achieve a safer Northern Ireland, the Security & Protection Group (SPG) in the NIO plays a key role in sustaining this foundation, and in the delivery of the Governments Safer Streets Mission. We do this through core teams working on: National Security Policy, Strategy, Programmes and Engagement, Operational Delivery, and Casework and Protection. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work on issues that matter, at pace and often in challenging circumstances. All SPG colleagues have an anchor within one of the core teams, allowing them to build specialist knowledge, expertise and relationships. Everyone, regardless of grade or experience, also has the opportunity to get involved in project-based work across the group and the wider department beyond their core teams. This approach ensures we add more value, are agile enough to deliver on key departmental priorities and gives everyone in SPG a wide range of developmental opportunities. We are committed to using every opportunity to continuously improve ourselves and our business outcomes. You can expect diverse, interesting and rewarding work that goes to the heart of public service and you can expect to do this in a safe space where individuals and teams are supported to deliver and encouraged to innovate, stretch, challenge and learn. We are currently looking to recruit a senior policy adviser to work flexibly across policy, strategy and programme management portfolios within the Security and Protection Group. Teams across the group work closely together on many areas of shared and overlapping interest and this may be reflected in changes to the team structures in the medium term. In this role, as a policy adviser, you will take the lead on a number of strands of work to develop a comprehensive and shared evidence base which informs the design and delivery of interventions to tackle the threat from terrorism and paramilitarism, in support of the UK Governments national security foundation and the Safer Streets Mission. You will need to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders across the UK Government, the Northern Ireland Civil Service, the Police Service of Northern Ireland and the wider security, law enforcement and justice community. As part of a wider team covering policy, strategy, programmes and engagement, you will also be expected to flex to take on new work across this portfolio as the strategic context changes and the delivery environment evolves. For this role it is important that applicants have experience of working in policy, and experience of building, maintaining and delivering through a diverse network of stakeholders with competing priorities. The role offers a significant amount of autonomy, and the post-holder should be comfortable with driving forward work and maintaining effective, responsive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Key skills in this role include the ability to explain complex information to stakeholders in a non-complex manner. You will be discreet and thoughtful in your approach, quick to pick up new subjects and proactive in all your dealings. You will have a strong political antenna and experience in evidence based policy making alongside an ability to grip new issues quickly, work closely with senior managers and/or Ministers to will have an ability to continually innovate, challenge existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. You will be focused on delivering clear outcomes. You will want to work in a group with a strong focus on learning and development. You require existing DV clearance for this role. This is an exciting time to join SPG in what is a high profile and important role that will have regular exposure to senior officials and Ministers. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The main responsibilities of the role may include but are not limited to: Analysis and policy development - Identifying risks and harms, and working with teams across the UK Government and with devolved and other partners to better understand, manage and mitigate these. Using excellent awareness and judgement to identify and communicate the wider implications of these for the work of the NIO and wider UK Government. Drafting submissions and providing written and oral briefings to Ministers and senior officials; leading on the development and delivery of policies and programmes that support efforts to tackle terrorism and wider violence and harm. Stakeholder outreach and engagement - building, maintaining and delivering through effective relationships with a diverse network of stakeholders. Supporting senior official/ministerial engagements with stakeholders Independent scrutiny - supporting scrutiny through the publication of the annual reports of the Independent Reviewer of the Justice and Security Act and the Independent Reviewer of National Security Arrangements in Northern Ireland. Budget delivery - working with an HEO to monitor and maintain ongoing oversight, ensuring that any issues are identified and flagged at an early stage. There will be opportunities to work across SPG on emerging work streams. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application and at interview: Strong partnering and collaborating skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders to support effective delivery of strategic outcomes. Excellent communication and influencing skills to influence a wide variety of stakeholders at different levels, and to present complex information and recommendations clearly and impactfully to senior officials and Ministers. Sound judgement and analytical skills, the ability to make timely, evidence based recommendations and decisions, the ability to develop workable options for policy delivery, and the ability to present and communicate complex information to a range of audiences. Strong ability to see the bigger picture and to weigh up the pros and cons of various factors to give robust and accurate advice to senior leaders Ability to self-organise, prioritise and pay close attention to detail. Existing DV clearance is essential. DESIRABLE CRITERIA At least 2 years experience working on complex policy development Understanding of the political and security environment in Northern Ireland Experience working on national security, resilience/civil contingencies or law enforcement policy within Whitehall or Northern Ireland. BEHAVIOURS: We will assess you against the following Success Profiles behaviours at the SEO level during the application sift and interview process: Making Effective Decisions Working Together Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Big picture EXPERIENCE: Please provide your work history and a statement of suitability no longer than 500 words outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Both will be used in order to assess any demonstrable experience, career history and achievements that are relevant to the role. Your statement of suitability needs to set out evidence of how your experience meets the requirements set out above. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. One narrative example may cover the requirements needed. You dont have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why. What you can do, the skills you have that are transferable and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. If you dont have work-based examples then give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. You will also be asked to complete a CV with details of your previous skills and full employment history. Your CV will not be formally assessed so please put the main evidence of your skills into your personal statement. Your CV will be used to add context to your personal statement. More information on behaviours and success profiles can be found here. Please note that in the event of a large number of applications being received we may run the initial sift on the lead Behaviour Making Effective Decisions. INTERVIEW: You will be assessed against the same behaviours at the interview stage and will be asked to provide examples of how you have demonstrated the behaviours. It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in and use the WHO or STAR model to explain: WHO- What it was? How you approached the work/situation? What the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? or STAR- What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? What were the Results of your actions? If you do not have work-based examples then please give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. OFFER Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first. The successful candidate will be notified of a start date following successful security checks. Additional information received after the closing date will not be considered. Failure to provide sufficient information in support of an application prior to the closing date will not be considered as grounds for an appeal if an applicant is not shortlisted for interview. SECURITY CLEARANCE: This role requires National Security Vetting given the access to sensitive information afforded by the job role. You can find more information by reviewing the information held in the following links: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ( The vetting charter - GOV.UK ( In addition, there is a minimum UK residency requirement set by the Cabinet Office which is dependent on the security level required for the role. This role requires DV and to be eligible to apply for this role you should have been present in the UK continuously for the past 5 years Neither Detached Duty terms nor relocation costs will apply to this post. Further Information: Further information about the post may be obtained from Victoria McMullan via email to . All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. This job description should not be taken as constituting conditions of employment. Please note that due to the high interest in NIO opportunities, feedback cannot be given if you are unsuccessful at the sift stage. Feedback is available on request if unsuccessful following the interview. COMPLAINTS: The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. Please contact SSCL (.u k) in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: RESERVE LISTS: In the event that the advertised post following interview, identifies more appointable applicants than available posts, we may hold applicant details on a merit/reserve list for a period of 12 months from which further future appointments can be made. Candidates placed on a reserve list will be informed of this. Those candidates who do not wish to remain on the reserve list should contact to be removed from the reserve list. Interview dates Date(s) TBC April Closing Date: hours. Contact information If you require any assistance please call (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail

Training & Development Officer Location: Belfast (with travel to other locations as required; hybrid working policy in place) Salary: £29,505 per annum Contract: Fixed-term for 15 months (with the possibility of becoming permanent, subject to funding) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (evening and weekend work may be required at times to fulfil the obligations of the post) About the Organisation Charity Jobs NI is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Volunteer Now, Northern Irelands leading organisation promoting, developing and supporting volunteering. As an Investors in People Gold accredited employer, Volunteer Now is committed to flexible and family-friendly working policies and provides a supportive, values-driven environment where staff are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and deliver high-quality services. Volunteer Now supports individuals, organisations, and communities to promote volunteering, strengthen safeguarding practice, and build capacity across Northern Ireland. Their work spans community engagement, safeguarding, training, major events volunteering, and specialist advisory services across multiple sectors, including sport. The Role Volunteer Now is seeking a skilled and motivated Training & Development Officer to provide high-quality training, information, resources, and support on adult safeguarding practice. This role plays a key part in strengthening safeguarding standards across organisations, particularly within the sports sector. You will assess organisations against required safeguarding standards, develop implementation plans, deliver and coordinate training, and provide expert guidance on best practice in adult safeguarding. This role may also suit candidates who have worked in positions such as safeguarding officer, safeguarding training officer, learning and development officer, safeguarding advisor, or adult safeguarding practitioner. Key Responsibilities Carry out adult safeguarding assessments of organisations against required standards Develop assessment reports and implementation plans based on identified outcomes Coordinate and deliver adult safeguarding training programmes Develop and provide high-quality safeguarding information, guidance, and resources Respond to safeguarding enquiries and provide follow-up support where required Coordinate the development of online learning resources including webinars, videos, blogs, and podcasts Provide advice and guidance on Access NI eligibility Contribute to planning and development of safeguarding services, particularly within the sports sector Build and maintain effective partnerships with relevant organisations and stakeholders Identify opportunities for service improvement and business development Represent Volunteer Now as appropriate and contribute to cross-organisational teamwork About You You will be knowledgeable, organised, and confident in supporting organisations to improve safeguarding practice. You will bring: A third-level qualification or at least two years equivalent experience within the last five years A thorough understanding of adult safeguarding and required standards Experience of assessing organisations and providing tailored safeguarding support The ability to identify training needs and deliver high-quality training and information Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills Access to a form of transport to enable travel as required Experience in the sports sector, a training qualification, a social work qualification, or experience working directly with adults at risk would be advantageous. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Generous annual leave, rising with service (starting at 22 days plus statutory/public holidays) Pension contributions of 4.5% after probation Training and professional development opportunities Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven organisational culture How to Apply If youre passionate about improving safeguarding practice and delivering high-quality training and support, wed love to hear from you. Simply apply now with your CV to register your interest. A member of the Charity Jobs NI team will be in touch to discuss your application and guide you through the next steps of the process. Closing Date: Tuesday31 March Interviews: Week commencing 14th April 2026 (subject to change) Volunteer Now is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications are particularly welcome from males and individuals from minority communities who meet the criteria. Charity Jobs NI is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for this vacancy. Skills: Training Safeguarding Learning & Development

Details Reference number Salary £31,096 - £33,270 Plus, Flexibility Payment Level 2: National £12 400; London: £13 300 once fully trained. External applicants will join on the pay band minimum. This role attracts an additional Flexibility Payment on top of the advertised salary - details in the ?Person Specification? section. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area HMRC - CCG - Risk & Intelligence Services Type of role Intelligence Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 3 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Belfast - Carne House About the job Job summary Discover what it?s like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. Do you have an enquiring mind and a passion for solving complex problems? Love making decisions based on evidence and analysis? If so, this could be the role for you. These are some of the most exciting opportunities in Government and Law Enforcement. We?re looking for dynamic, enthusiastic individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, adapt to changing priorities, and bring energy and curiosity to everything they do. If you?re ready to dive into varied, meaningful work where every decision counts, we?d love to hear from you. Job description You will be trained to gather and develop intelligence from a variety of sources. The role requires attention to detail, tenacity, resilience and flexibility. You will need to exercise sound judgment and discretion, applying legislation, policy and procedure. The products you develop will be used to attack organised crime groups through onward referrals for criminal prosecution or tax intervention against criminals and seizure of unlawful goods and the proceeds of crime. You will be required to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas and deploy on operations including surveillance of subjects. Key Responsibilities: You?ll be joining our wide team of colleagues, your key responsibilities will include: Gather, analyse, develop and disseminate intelligence to support investigations while using sound judgement to assess evidence and identify risks. Undertake wide-ranging desk-based duties, including interrogating HMRC and external systems, conducting third-party enquiries, recording and reporting outcomes. Develop quality cases for intervention and criminal prosecution across all HMRC regimes, such as complex cyber-attacks, money laundering, tax fraud and smuggling of tobacco and alcohol in addition to new and emerging threats. Collaborate with counter-fraud professionals and law enforcement partners within HMRC and external law enforcement agencies across the UK and overseas, sharing expertise and working as part of a wider team to protect the UK. Prepare and present evidence within the criminal justice system, including drafting witness statements, attending court and giving evidence as required. Working to a standard that can withstand inspection by Team Leaders, the Courts and external authorities. Complying with legislation by undertaking the role of Disclosure Officer in relation to material, created or obtained during an investigation. Conduct covert surveillance operations, both foot and static, as part of intelligence-led investigations, showing resilience and adaptability under pressure. Person specification We?re looking for adaptable, resilient individuals with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. You?ll thrive under pressure, make evidence-based decisions, and maintain high standards that withstand legal scrutiny. You should be confident in gathering intelligence, assessing evidence, and applying legislation accurately. Collaboration is key, so you?ll work effectively with partners and embrace innovation, including digital tools. Tenacity, problem-solving ability, and professionalism when facing challenges are essential. Training and Assessment Period Please ensure you understand the following requirements before you apply. We recruit candidates based on aptitude and potential and will provide full training to give you the skills and experience needed to succeed. Successful candidates will need to undertake a training period of approximately 12 months. This will include online and on-the-job learning, a three-month course including 3-weeks residential and a 1-day Public and Personal Safety Training course with annual refresher training. The Public and Personal Safety Training includes physical activity and requires an appropriate level of fitness. You must be able to take part in, for example, jogging, stretching and movement exercises, self-defence and restraint techniques. Throughout the 12 months, you will have a Practical Training Officer to guide you through the process and will receive support from your management team and colleagues. Successful completion of all training is vital for the role. We provide candidates with as much support as possible but those who do not complete - and pass - all required training, cannot remain in the role and may need to be moved to an alternative role within HMRC. If that is not possible, your employment may be terminated. Other specialist training may also be required, dependent on the team you are placed in and the changing nature of surveillance work. Personal development will continue after the initial 12-month period and throughout your career. Essential Criteria Hold a full valid UK driving licence at the time of application and be willing to drive official vehicles. We recognise that some people cannot drive due to a disability or underlying health condition and may not be able to meet this requirement. Where this applies, you can apply but will need to declare that you require a reasonable adjustment at the point you receive a provisional offer. The vacancy holder will then discuss your specific requirements to consider if this can be reasonably accommodated in this role. Flexibility Payment Once successfully trained, you will be in receipt of a Flexibility Payment, in addition to your salary and will be required to work additional hours above and beyond a normal working pattern. This commitment includes: Short notice changes Some evening/weekend/bank holiday work Working an additional 275 hours per annum (not required during training) Being on-call - 1 week in 4, pre-rostered (not required during training) Flexibility Payment (FP) has different levels, each of which provides a different type and quantity of flexibility and additional attendance. Flexibility Payment 1a (whilst training) FP Level 1a buys flexibility and contactability which enables HMRC to change your work pattern at short notice to meet business needs. FP Level 1a secures 75 or more changes of duty per annum with no upper limit. FP Level 1a is paid whilst you are training, and you will becomes eligible to receive payment one month after taking up duty. FP Level 1a is paid at the rate of £4,100 per annum (irrespective of whether you are in HMRC?s National or London pay areas). Flexibility Payment 2 (once fully trained) FP Level 2 buys the flexibility and contactability of Level 1a, plus periods of on call at the rate of 1 week in every 4 (pre-rostered) and 275 additional hours per annum. You will become eligible for FP Level 2 when you successfully complete your training assessment period. This usually takes about 12 months. However, training timescales are estimates and not guaranteed. This will vary depending upon course availability and other factors. FP Level 2 is paid at the rate of £12,400 per annum (HMRC National pay area) or £13,300 per annum (HMRC London pay area). Note: At FP Levels 1a and 2, your standard hours and additional hours when you become eligible, are flexible to be worked at any time needed by the business including at night time, weekends and public holidays. FP is reviewed annually ? on a business needs and personal basis ? and may be subject to change. In applying for a position and accepting the FP, you agree that you can and will meet its attendance requirements. Please read the FAQ document attached as it is important you understand the level and type of attendance bought by FP and the commitments expected of colleagues in this role. Join us on a webinar To find out more about the role and the application process, you can join a 45-minute webinar session via Microsoft Teams. There will be a short Q&A session at the end. These will take place on: If you would like to attend one of these sessions, please complete this short form to tell us your email address and the session you'd like to attend, and you'll be sent an automated email containing the link to join the webinar of your choice. BCN344: Join an HMRC Recruitment Webinar - Trainee Intelligence Officer Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £31,096, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £9,008 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues? Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it?s really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to know 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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Ability and Experience. How to Apply After submission of the first stage of your application, you will be invited to complete a Civil Service Verbal Test, Civil Service Numerical Test If you successfully pass the test, you will be invited to complete the final stage of the application. The selection process consists of 4 stages: Stage 1. Short Application & Online Tests Once you have completed the short application form (basic information, not assessed) you will need to pass 2 Civil Service online tests: Civil Service Numerical Reasoning Test Civil Service Verbal Reasoning Test Please complete these tests as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended), the closing date for the campaign, including the completion of the full application form, stated below is 26/03/2026 at 23:55. If you fail to complete the online tests and full application form before the deadline your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the tests will be available when you are invited to take them. The tests are administered online and accessed via the CS Jobs website. Stage 2. Full Application If you pass the online tests, you will need to return to your application to complete and submit 2 behaviour statements (250 words per behaviour) on Making Effective Decisions and Communicating and Influencing. At the end of the application you will answer a yes/no question. If you meet any of these criteria, answer 'yes' in the box (but do not tell us which one): I hold a full current UK driving licence and I am prepared to drive as part of this role, or I hold a full current UK driving licence but I have grounds to request this requirement is removed as a reasonable adjustment (due to a disability or underlying health condition as covered by the Equality Act), or I have grounds to request this requirement is removed as a reasonable adjustment (due to a disability or underlying health condition as covered by the Equality Act) and I do not hold a full current UK driving licence. ** If you cannot answer ?YES? to one of the above, you do not meet the essential criteria and you should not apply for this role Stage 3. Sift At sift all behaviour statements will be assessed, with the successful candidates being invited to interview. We may also raise the score required at any stage of the process if we receive a high number of applications. Stage 4. Interview During the panel interview, you will be assessed on Behaviours and Strengths. Behaviours : we recommend that you review the Success Profiles framework and consider working examples and outcomes that demonstrate the Behaviours listed above. A typical example of a Behaviour question might be 'Tell us about a time where you've had to deliver a difficult message'. We will assess the following Behaviours: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Working Together Using the STAR format will help you to structure your answers. Strengths : There?s no expectation to prepare for these, as we?re looking for your instinctive, natural responses. A typical Strength question might be 'How quickly do you recover from setbacks? Interviews will take place face to face in Belfast. Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Online Tests ? Banked Scores When an applicant has a banked score they are not asked to retake the same test, providing it is: set at the same job level, and within the same system. Scores will be banked for six months, or until a new score benchmark is applied, whichever is sooner. This means that if a candidate applies for another vacancy at this grade they may not have to retake the test within that time, and their previous score will be used for the new vacancy. Vacancy timeline Dates are provided as a guide only, and may change: sift/shortlisting: We aim to release results within 2 weeks of the advert close date. interviews: you will have at least 5 days? notice from when the sift results are released. Eligibility Please take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. We understand mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday) before the vacancy closes, we will not be able to reopen your application for you. If you do make a mistake with your eligibility form, or have withdrawn yourself in error and need your application reinstated whilst the campaign is still live, please contact us via: ? Use the subject line to insert appropriate wording for example ? ?Please re-open my application ? (insert vacancy ref) & vacancy closing date (insert date)?. To check that you are eligible to apply for this role, please review the eligibility information before submitting your application. The HMRC app can help you with your application The HMRC app can provide you with your past 5 years' employment history, making the process of filling in your application quicker and easier. If successful in your application, you will need your National Insurance number for the onboarding process. Download the HMRC app now and save your National Insurance number to your digital phone wallet. How to download the HMRC app and sign up for an account Download the free HMRC app from the App Store or Google Play store. If you have an HMRC online account already, sign straight in using your ID and password. If not, you can prove your identity by answering some questions or providing your photo ID. You?ll then be able to access the app quickly and easily by signing in using a 6-digit PIN, your fingerprint, or facial recognition. You can find guidance for technical issues on Technical support with HMRC online services. Reserve List A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles ? if this applies to you, we?ll let you know via your Civil Service Jobs account. Merit List After interview, a single merit list will be created, and appointments will be made in strict merit order until the set demand is filled. If successful, you will be informed when we reach your position on the merit list. Criminal Record Check Applications received from candidates with a criminal record are considered fairly in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice and the Recruitment of ex-offenders Policy. Hybrid working at HMRC HMRC is an office-based organisation, and colleagues are expected to spend 60% of their working time in the office. Our offices provide opportunity for interaction, collaboration which aids learning and development and a sense of community. Where the role allows it, and where the home environment is suitable, colleagues can work from home for up to 2 days a week, averaged over a calendar month (or a proportionate amount of time for colleagues who work less than full time). Reasonable Adjustments We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact the UBS Recruitment team via as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the ?Assistance required? section in the ?Additional requirements? page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you?re deaf, a Language Service Professional. Additional Security Information Please note: in addition to the standard pre-employment checks for appointment into the Civil Service, all candidates must also obtain National Security Vetting at Security Check (SC) clearance level for this vacancy. You will normally need to meet the minimum UK residency period as determined by the level of vetting being undertaken, which for SC is 5 years UK residency prior to your vetting application. If you have any questions about this residency requirement, please speak to the vacancy holder for this post. From 1 April 2026, applicants will be required to meet updated nationality and residency requirements so that National Security Vetting (NSV) checks can be conducted. If this affects you, we will give you more information at the appropriate time. Important information for existing HMRC contractual homeworkers: Please note that this role is unsuitable for contractual homeworkers due to the nature and/or requirements of the role. Terms and Conditions Customer facing roles in HMRC require the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English and/or Welsh where required. Where this is an essential requirement, this will be tested as part of the selection process. HMRC has a presence in every region of the UK. For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. The evidence you provide in your application must relate to your own experiences. Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant application(s) will be withdrawn from the process. Recording of interviews is prohibited unless explicit agreement is sought in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. Questions relating to an individual application must be emailed as detailed later in this advert. 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. New entrants will join on the minimum of the pay band. Please note that, if you are applying for roles on a part-time basis, the salary agreed will be pro-rata, reflective of the working hours agreed within your contract. If you experience accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. 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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 European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 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 Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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 recruitment principles . 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 Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. 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 : RIS Recruitment Service - BULK - LPL Email : Recruitment team Email : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via ubsrecruitmentcomplaints@ Please note that we do not accept complaints or appeals regarding scoring of outcomes of campaigns, unless candidates can provide clear evidence that the campaign did not follow the Recruitment Principles. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their website. Attachments Flexibility Payment

Northern Ireland Civil Service Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer Department: Property Services Division (PSD), Department of Finance Salary: £61,673 - £64,469 per annum Hours: Full-time, permanent Location: Clare House, Belfast, however NICS operates a hybrid working policy which allows staff to work between the office and remote working locations. Ref: IRC The Property Services Division (PSD) has a leading role to play in procuring and delivering high quality property maintenance services including small projects and associated services to clients across the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) and other public sector clients. We are now looking to recruit a Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer (Grade - PPTO) to join our team. You will play a major role in ensuring that high quality planned projects are delivered and best value is achieved, leading a team of construction professionals across a range of disciplines delivering construction projects alongside a team delivering advice and support on Fire Safety matters and Supplies and Stores. Excellent training and promotion opportunities plus an attractive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, will enable you to enjoy a good work/life balance and a rewarding career with Northern Irelands largest employer. Key benefits 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years service. 12 public and privilege holidays each year. Flexible ways of working depending on job role. Opportunity for career progression. An employer pension contribution of 34.2% Job stability. Some key duties (for a full list of key duties, see our candidate information booklet): Acting as the lead PSD officer in relation to matters pertaining to electrical engineering. Leading and managing for all staff and business activities within the multidisciplinary team, with responsibility for making key decisions on team workload, staff resources and the delegation of works. Leading and managing the provision of advice pertaining to the services delivered by the multidisciplinary team to Northern Ireland Departments, their Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies. Leading and managing the engagement with clients including being the principal point of contact for new and existing customers, on matters concerning the provision of all services delivered by the multidisciplinary (Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical services, as well as the Fire Safety unit and Supplies and Stores unit) team. Attendance at regular client liaison meetings. Applicants must, by the closing date for applications: Be a current Chartered Electrical Engineer* AND Have at least 3 years experience in the design and delivery of electrical services within buildings with a total aggregate value of at least £1M per annum AND Have at least 3 years experience of successfully leading a team in the construction sector. * Equivalent professional membership: Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant professional membership considered by the selection panel to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated. The candidate must give details of the professional membership held and reasons why you consider it to be equivalent to the membership required. The onus is on you to provide the panel with details of the professional membership so that a well-informed decision can be made. office accommodation, educational facilities, healthcare facilities, complex multi occupancy housing developments, retail facilities, or other sectors of similar scope, technical complexity and regulatory requirements, but would exclude domestic properties. For more detailed information and to apply, please click in the apply button below. Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 20th March 2026. The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT.

1. Your New Company You will be joining a growing professional services organisation that delivers project-based work across multiple teams. As the business continues to expand, so too does the need for strong financial oversight, streamlined processes, and improved operational efficiency. This is a newly created role designed to strengthen internal finance capability and support ongoing organisational development. 2. Your New Role As Finance Officer, you will take ownership of the day-to-day financial management of the organisation, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls, and smooth monthly cycles. A key focus of the role will be managing Work in Progress (WIP) processes - verifying project data, liaising with project managers, and ensuring consistent tracking across the closely with senior leadership, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes, producing clear management accounts to support strategic decision-making. Beyond finance, you will act as a link between operational and administrative teams, helping to streamline workflows, implement new systems, and identify areas for improvement as the organisation will also collaborate with internal stakeholders during a transition phase, ensuring processes are well-documented and that handovers are smooth and comprehensive. 3. What You'll Need to Succeed To thrive in this role, you should bring: A strong finance background, ideally gained within a consultancy, project-based, or professional services environment Hands-on experience managing month-end routines, budgeting cycles, and WIP reporting An operational mindset with the ability to identify inefficiencies and streamline processes Excellent organisational and communication skills, with confidence supporting multiple teams The ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and remain calm during busy financial periods Experience using finance or project management systems (any platform is suitable) Desirable qualities include: Experience in project-driven organisations Exposure to large-group reporting frameworks (helpful but not essential) Personal attributes such as proactivity, attention to detail, and a solutions-focused approach will be key to your success. 4. What You'll Get in Return A part-time role offering flexibility (approx. 2 days per week) The opportunity to shape and refine internal finance and operational processes A valued position within a growing organisation where your input will directly influence future development A collaborative team environment where continuous improvement is encouraged Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Assistant Accountant Accounts Assistant Assistant Management Accountant Benefits: Part-time rate of £40k

Electrical Engineer CPL have partnered with Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to recruit for an Electrical Engineer (PPTO Grade 7) to join their team on a temporary contract, with possibility of extension. *Pay Rate - £32.05 per/hr *Location DoF, CPD Property Services - Clare House *Benefits 37 days holiday per annum *Hours 37 hours per week The successful candidate will report to a Deputy Director (G6) in the provision of various aspects of Planned preventative maintenance and remedials works to Government Departments, Agencies and the wider public sector. The key duties of a Principal Professional and Technical Officer (PPTO) Electrical Engineer (Multi-Disciplinary Team Lead) includes: *Leading and managing for all staff and business activities within the multidisciplinary team, with responsibility for making key decisions on team workload, staff resources and the delegation of works. *Leading and managing the provision of advice pertaining to the services delivered by the multidisciplinary team to Northern Ireland Departments, their Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies. *Leading and managing the provision of advice pertaining to the services delivered by the multidisciplinary team to Northern Ireland Departments, their Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies. *Leading and managing the provision of advice pertaining to the services delivered by the multidisciplinary team to Northern Ireland Departments, their Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies. *Leading and managing the procurement and management of external maintenance contractors and consultants. *Leading and managing the monitoring and reporting on contract Key Performance Indicators. *Acting as the lead PSD officer in relation to matters pertaining to electrical engineering *Acting as the lead PSD officer in relation to matters pertaining to electrical engineering *Responsibility for carrying out Post-Project Reviews on a representative sample of completed Works Projects and accountability for associated QA performance, in compliance with PSDs Quality Assurance obligations. with a total aggregate value of at least £1M per annum. AND 3.Have at least 3 years experience of successfully leading a team of staff in the construction sector. Relevant or Equivalent Qualifications Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant formal qualifications considered to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated. Relevant or equivalent qualifications: give the type of qualification and date awarded (the date awarded is the date on which you were notified of your result by the official awarding body). If you believe your qualification is equivalent to the one required, the onus is on you to provide the panel with details of modules studied etc so that a well-informed decision can be made. For further details please apply directly below or contact Anne-Marie Erhalim directly. If successful you will be required to complete a criminal record check through Access NI, having a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude you from this process. Cpl have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, for a copy of this policy please email Cpl is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace will betterour relationships and services with our clients, our candidates, our communities, and one another. Be You, Be Kind, Be Proud. Skills: Leading Electrical Manage Benefits: Flexitime Paid Holidays Expenses Mileage

Are you a dedicated and experienced programme or project management professional with a passion for peacebuilding and reconciliation? Are you looking for a senior leadership role in a not-for-profit organisation driving impactful cross-border initiatives? If so, read on, as we may have just the role for you. We are recruiting for a Programme Manager for the PEACEPLUS NextGen4Peace Project who will lead the coordination, implementation, and management of this innovative four-year initiative, funded by PEACEPLUS and led by The Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation in partnership with Mediation Northern Ireland and several associate partners. The project empowers the next generation of peacebuilders by equipping young leaders and participants from marginalised communities with conflict resolution, mediation, and dialogue skills, networks, and supports to address conflict, promote reconciliation, and drive long-term peacebuilding across their communities and regions. It targets 2,240 participants from diverse backgrounds, establishes anchor sites for training and community-based mediation services in Belfast, Derry, Dungannon, Garvagh, and Monaghan, nurtures 30 mediators/facilitators through professional development and a community of practice, and delivers school-based conflict resolution initiatives via regional associate partners to foster positive community relations. The Programme Manager will manage the Glencree project team (five staff in total), coordinate closely with the training delivery partner's team (three staff in total) and occasionally with wider Glencree and MNI teams to ensure timely, effective planning, delivery, and alignment with project objectives; they will oversee external stakeholder management, including ongoing liaison with the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), risk identification/mitigation, budget/resource oversight, monitoring/evaluation, data protection as project data controller, team recruitment/mentoring, and communications to achieve measurable impact in line with PEACEPLUS goals. Your Duties: Leadership: Lead the planning, design, and execution of the project, ensuring alignment with ERDF, national rules, SEUPB Frameworks, and the PEACEPLUS Programme Manual. Lead the development and implementation of processes to monitor and achieve project objectives with Project Partners and Associate Partners. Assume a Senior Management role within Glencree and engage in cross-project support, learning, and expertise to build capacity and achieve efficiencies in relation to two other smaller PEACEPLUS Projects within Glencree. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with key stakeholders, including local community groups, governmental agencies, NGOs, civil society organisations, and other agencies aligned to the project. Oversee the participant recruitment plan (with the Programme Network Outreach Co-ordinator) to optimise outreach and maximise participation targets. Maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders, including the project steering committee, ensuring transparent communication and facilitating joint decision-making. Deploy a communications plan and represent the project in high-level meetings and external forums to advocate for PEACEPLUS objectives. Project Management: Ensure teams are equipped with the correct information, training, support, and guidance to complete their duties. Provide clear direction to the project team, ensuring alignment with goals, activities, timelines, and outputs. Ensure timely reporting of Partner Reports and Partner Finance Reports on the JEMS system. Liaise ongoing with SEUPB, providing timely responses, reports, and updates. Identify challenges and risks, proposing solutions to SEUPB and making approved adjustments. Periodically review and update the project risk register and monitor contingency plans. As the projects data controller, develop, implement, and monitor a project data protection policy and procedures in line with SEUPB guidance, GDPR, and organisational policies. Monitoring and Evaluation: With the M&E Officer, establish and oversee the programmes monitoring and evaluation logic model and framework for training and community of practice participants, ensuring compliant data collection and dissemination of results. Ensure online tools (registration system, learning tool) are fit for purpose and GDPR-compliant. Report on project outcomes to the Glencree Board, CEO, Senior Management, and stakeholders (including MNI), with in-person presentations as required. Budget & Resource Management: Oversee the programme budget, ensuring appropriate allocation in line with the Letter of Offer and SEUPB eligibility rules. With the Financial Accountant, develop financial management policies/procedures and ensure partner compliance. Manage resources efficiently to stay within budget and ensure eligible expenditure. Update spend forecasting as requested by SEUPB. Oversee and document procurement processes in line with rules. Capacity Building & Team Development: Undertake recruitment and selection in line with Glencree policies, embedding equality, diversity, and inclusivity. Manage and mentor a decentralised team (Belfast-Enniskerry), fostering collaboration in a hybrid environment. Provide staff induction based on Glencrees Employee Handbook and policies. Conduct performance appraisals and HR operations. Promote capacity-building and contribute to Training Needs Analysis. Communication: Ensure all communication meets SEUPB requirements. With the Communications Manager, develop a communications plan for progress, challenges, and successes. Coordinate visibility activities, including midterm and final symposia. Oversee preparation of a lessons learned and dissemination publication at project end. Your Profile: Education: A Bachelors degree in a related field such as Peace Education, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies, Social Studies, or Community Development. A qualification in project or programme management. Experience: At least 5 years of experience in programme/project management. Proven experience managing large-scale projects or programmes with multiple stakeholders, including government and local communities. Experience in understanding and effecting theories of change. Experience of projects focusing on peacebuilding, community development, or post-conflict societies (desirable). Experience working at grassroots level with disadvantaged/marginalised groups (desirable). Experience in conflict-affected, divisive, or politically sensitive environments in the programme area (desirable). Other: The successful candidate will need to be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland. Have a full, clean driving licence and access to own transport as regular travel between NI and RoI is required. Your Benefits: €55,000 per annum. Travel reimbursement is in line with RoI Civil Service mileage rates. Additional Information: Full time, four year fixed term contract. Five days a week. Belfast City Centre and Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation in Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow. If this role isnt for you, Kennedy Recruitment source a broad range of career opportunities to choose from. Get in touch via to find out more. Kennedy Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and adheres to all current employment legislation. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. Skills: Stakeholder Engagement Project Governance Delivery management Stakeholder communications Managing Project Budgets Drivers Licence Leadership

Senior Professional and Technical Officer (SPTO) Building Regulations Policy Advisor REF: IRC SALARY: £47,304 to £49,515 LOCATION: Goodwood House, 44-58 May Street, Belfast For more detailed information and to apply, please click in the apply button below. Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 10th April 2026 ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT

Whytematter are delighted to be recruiting a People & Culture Advisor on behalf of our client, a growing, values-driven organisation with employees across GB, NI and ROI. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys combining operational excellence with a genuinely people-centred approach. You will play a key role in delivering efficient HR processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting a positive employee experience across the business. The Role As People & Culture Advisor, you will provide proactive, high-quality HR support to managers and employees while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the People function. Youll be a trusted point of contact, balancing administration, advisory work, systems management and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities HR Administration Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records within the HR system to support reporting, payroll and decision making. Produce contracts, letters and reports that are professional, timely and compliant. Provide practical guidance to managers on policies and procedures to ensure consistent application. Ensure full compliance with GDPR and data protection standards. Respond to employee queries in a prompt, solutions-focused manner. Take ownership of developing and optimising the HR system to improve workflows and reporting capability. Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activity, delivering a smooth and inclusive candidate experience. Act as the subject matter expert for the Applicant Tracking System, supporting hiring managers to use it effectively. Guide managers through onboarding to ensure new starters receive a structured and engaging induction. Support fair and consistent interview and selection practices. Payroll & Benefits Provide accurate employee data and changes to payroll in a timely manner. Assist with the administration of benefits and respond to employee queries regarding entitlements. Policies, Compliance & Reporting Ensure documentation and practices meet legal requirements across NI, GB and ROI. Support the development, review and communication of HR policies. Provide advice to managers and employees on policy interpretation. Keep up to date with legislative developments and highlight implications for the organisation. Produce HR metrics and reports to inform decision making and drive improvement. Learning & Development Coordinate and monitor training activity, giving managers visibility of progress. Support the delivery of structured learning initiatives. Lead the implementation and embedding of a new Learning Management System. Coordinate internal and external L&D events. About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have: Previous experience in an HR Officer / Advisor level role. Strong knowledge of employment legislation across NI (knowledge of GB/ROI beneficial). Experience working with HR and recruitment systems. Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail. The confidence to advise and build strong relationships with managers. A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. CIPD qualification (or working towards) would be advantageous.

Details Reference number Salary £42,914 - £46,182 A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer SEO Contract type Permanent Type of role Finance Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location This position is based at NIO Erskine House, BT1 4GF About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description BACKGROUND The Northern Ireland Office supports the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in promoting the best interests of Northern Ireland. We make sure that Northern Ireland interests are represented within the UK Government and that UK government responsibilities are fully and effectively represented in Northern Ireland. We are the centre of expertise on Northern Ireland issues across Government. The Northern Ireland Office employs around 165 staff, with offices in Belfast and London. As a small Department, we adopt a flexible project-based approach to ensure that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right place to support the delivery of our key objectives. Due to our structure and size, we are able to offer extensive exposure to Ministers and the opportunity to work on a far wider portfolio of policy and responsibilities than might be the case in a larger department. This creates an interesting and stimulating work environment. Our key priorities are set out in our Operational Delivery plan and include: ? Supporting greater inclusion, tolerance and openness in Northern Ireland ? Contributing to a safer Northern Ireland, where terrorist and paramilitary groups are less able to cause harm to communities ? Ensuring that governance in Northern Ireland is responsive, transparent and able to deliver effective public service. ? Addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland For more information about what we do: Visit: ABOUT THE ROLE: The Northern Ireland Office is recruiting an SEO to support delivery of the Government?s Economic Growth Mission, one of the Department?s top priorities. This is vital to upholding political stability in Northern Ireland, driving growth and investment, and supporting the Government?s reset with the regions and nations. This role is located in the Fiscal, Economy and Trade Group within the Northern Ireland Office - which aims to drive growth and prosperity in Northern Ireland, focused on driving economic growth in the Northern Ireland economy, working with other Government departments, the NI Executive and wider stakeholders. The Fiscal, Economy and Trade Group?s role is to work with other Whitehall departments and the Northern Ireland Executive to strengthen the Northern Ireland economy, boost innovation, drive investment, and to promote Northern Ireland as a great place to do business. It is responsible for the post EU Exit arrangements in Northern Ireland including the Windsor Framework and Retained EU Law, and for work to make the Northern Ireland public finances more sustainable in the ongoing absence of a Northern Ireland Executive. Our work also contributes to the UK Government?s Economic Growth Mission. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is an exceptional chance to undertake a significant and varied role with tangible policy and delivery outcomes. This area of the Northern Ireland Office's work is poised to become increasingly vital as we address both the immediate and long-term economic challenges facing Northern Ireland, while actively capitalising on growth opportunities through the funding levers we manage. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in the Fiscal, Economy, and Trade (FET) Group, contributing significantly to policy development and delivery across a range of high-profile areas. The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Provide vital policy support to help deliver the Government's Growth Mission in Northern Ireland, including on major policy areas like the Industrial Strategy and Defence Industrial Strategy. This role offers concrete opportunities to see the direct, on-the-ground impact of your and the team's work. Support broader policy advice concerning the delivery of UK Government funding in Northern Ireland, spanning diverse sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Cyber, Energy and Skills. Due to the department's small size, strong candidates will have greater involvement in this delivery-focused work than is typical elsewhere. Build and maintain a robust network with key partners, including the Cabinet Office, the other Offices for the Nations (OfNs), various UK Government departments, NI Executive departments, and external delivery bodies. The ability to broker agreements across these partners is essential. Leading the Secretariat for the Northern Ireland Growth Coordination Group, which brings together senior leaders from UK Government and NI Executive departments, is a key part of this stakeholder engagement. Contribute to the overall policy delivery of the FET Group. This includes providing surge support on key priority work, offering comprehensive advice to Ministers on critical policy issues, and fostering cross-departmental and cross-government collaboration to achieve priorities and deliverables. You will also lead on the monitoring, governance, and business-as-usual operations of the wider team, ensuring support and resilience across the group. Support core departmental responsibilities such as managing Parliamentary Questions (PQs), Orals, Correspondence, Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, coordinating visits, and fulfilling other general duties essential to the Northern Ireland Office's operations. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application and at interview: A strong team ethos including the ability to build and maintain effective and responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders Excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders including ministers. A track record of delivering complex policy at appropriate pace, and an ability to adjust to deliver under pressure against competing priorities. Ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture with strong policy awareness, and capacity to understand the wider implications of both your work and that of others, including working in a political context. Experience in providing strategic leadership and secretariat support for high-level coordination groups DESIRABLE CRITERIA: Experience delivering significant, multi-faceted projects within a fast-paced environment, specifically where they have identified and capitalised on opportunities for innovation and growth. An understanding of Northern Ireland political and economic issues. Experience working on, or understanding of, how devolution operates in Northern Ireland. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process will consist of two stages: 1) SIFT: EXPERIENCE: Please provide a CV with details of your education, professional qualifications, previous skills and full employment history; and a statement of suitability no longer than 500 words outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Your statement of suitability needs to set out evidence of how your experience meets the requirements set out above. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. One narrative example may cover the requirements needed. You don?t have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why. What you can do, the skills you have that are transferable and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. If you don?t have work-based examples then give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. Your CV will not be formally assessed so please put the main evidence of your skills into your personal statement. Your CV will be used to add context to your personal statement. 2) INTERVIEW: If you are successful at the sift stage and invited to interview, you will be asked to provide examples of how you have demonstrated the behaviours listed below at the level appropriate to the post. BEHAVIOURS: We will assess you against the following Success Profiles behaviours at SEO level during interview process: Working together; Communicating and influencing; Making effective decisions; Seeing the big picture In the event of a large number of applications, the sift will be scored according to the lead behaviour: Communicating and Influencing. It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in and use the WHO or STAR model to explain: WHO- What it was? How you approached the work/situation? What the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? or STAR- What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? What were the Results of your actions? STRENGTH: The interview will also consist of two Strength-based questions: Resilient - You have inner composure, recover quickly from setbacks and learn from them. Organiser - You make plans and are well prepared. You seek to maximise time and productivity. It is difficult to prepare for strength type questions. However, you can think through your answers, focus on your achievements and aspects you enjoy and decide how these can be applied in the organisation and role. While strengths questions are shorter and we do not expect a full STAR response, the panel is interested in your first reaction to the question and information or reasoning to support this. If you do not have work-based examples then please give examples from school/college, clubs, volunteering or other activities you have been involved in. More information on behaviours, strengths and success profiles can be found here. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. OFFER Once all interviews have been completed, you will be notified of the outcome by email. Offers will be made in strict merit order to the highest scoring candidate first. The successful candidate will be notified of a start date following successful security checks. Additional information received after the closing date will not be considered. Failure to provide sufficient information in support of an application prior to the closing date will not be considered as grounds for an appeal if an applicant is not shortlisted for interview. SECURITY CLEARANCE: This role requires National Security Vetting given the access to sensitive information afforded by the job role. You can find more information by reviewing the information held in the following links: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ( The vetting charter - GOV.UK ( In addition, there is a minimum UK residency requirement set by the Cabinet Office which is dependent on the security level required for the role. This role requires SC and to be eligible to apply for this role you should have been present in the UK continuously for the past 5 years Neither Detached Duty terms nor relocation costs will apply to this post. Further Information: COMPLAINTS: The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. Please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: RESERVE LISTS: In the event that the advertised post following interview, identifies more appointable applicants than available posts, we may hold applicant details on a merit/reserve list for a period of 12 months from which further future appointments can be made. Candidates placed on a reserve list will be informed of this. Those candidates who do not wish to remain on the reserve list should contact to be removed from the reserve list. Additional Information Interview dates Date(s) TBC Closing Date: 23/03/2026 Contact information If you require any assistance please call (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Person specification Please refer to Job Description Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,914, Northern Ireland Office contributes £12,432 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Access to learning and development A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Annual Leave Public Holidays Season Ticket Advance For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Things you need to know 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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. 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 security check . See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) 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 European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 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 Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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 recruitment principles . 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. 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 Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. 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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team Email : Telephone : Recruitment team Email : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission?s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL () in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages:

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