Fees and Income Planning Officer
8 hours ago
Salford
Location: London Borough of Croydon, UK; Liverpool, UK; Salford, UK; Sheffield, UKSalary: 49,850 - 56,850 per yearEmployment: FlexibleCategory: FinancePosted: 2026-08-12Valid to: 2026-08-22Employer: Home OfficeJob summaryThe Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counterterrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports. The Corporate Services Group works closely with the Home Office’s policy and operational commands to enable us together to deliver the department’s priorities. The group is comprised of different teams and professional functions, including Commercial, Communications, Finance, People, Portfolio and Project Delivery, Private Office, Security, Estates and Information. Our Finance Directorate ensures every pound delivers value for money, supports strategic decisions, and protects public trust. We provide professional finance advice and challenge which ensures that the Home Office delivers value for money to the taxpayer and protects the Accounting Officers in their responsibilities for regularity, propriety, value for money and feasibility on all spending decisions. We embed finance into operational decision-making across key Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP) programmes and other Home Office investment initiatives. Using a business partner model, we support strategic planning, operational control, and effective financial management through robust reporting and planning within challenging budgets.Job descriptionThe Finance Directorate comprises two Director roles with a Strategic and Operational focus. The Fees and Income Planning Team is a friendly, cross-cutting team that is situated within the centre of the Finance Directorate. The team is responsible for advising Ministers on fees policy implications, setting fees for new routes and services and ensuring the Department has a legal basis for the income that is generated (generally amounting to 70% of the Department’s income total). We work in close collaboration with Finance Business partners, policy colleagues from the four operational commands (UK Visas and Immigration, HM Passports, Border Force, Immigration Enforcement), and the wider Department, including technology teams.The Unit Costing Team is responsible for calculating and reviewing unit costs across the Border, Immigration and Citizenship System. These costs support fee-setting decisions, transparency reporting and strategic financial planning.Unit Costing team’s priorities include:The team ensures costing methodologies comply with HM Treasury’s Managing Public Money guidanceProducing unit costs for chargeable and non-chargeable services across the Department. Calculating unit costs to inform the basis for reviewing existing fees and for setting new fees.Providing guidance and expert advice to stakeholdersMaintaining oversight of the Department’s cost base to assess cost recovery. Primary PurposeWe are seeking a Senior Executive Officer to manage key costing models, work with finance, policy and operational stakeholders, and produce cost information for decision-making and publications. The role also includes deputising for the G7 Head of Unit Costing, line management responsibilities, and the opportunity to influence strategy and support senior decision-makers. Key ResponsibilitiesLead engagement with policy and operational teams to understand policy impacts and develop financial and costing models.Oversee the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of cost models to support scenario planning, reporting requirements and evolving data/technology solutions.Produce and maintain financial models used for fee-setting, cost recovery analysis, unit costing, financial accounts and transparency reporting.Ensure all cost drivers, assumptions and methodologies are clearly documented and comply with Analytical Quality Assurance (AQA) standards.Provide expert advice and support to Finance Business Partners and wider stakeholders on unit costing, overhead allocations and financial scenario modelling.Develop understanding of the links between operational and financial systems to ensure operational volumes are accurately costed and priced.Provide leadership through line management, deputising for the G7 Head of Unit Costing, and contributing to corporate priorities that promote an inclusive and collaborative team culture.We are looking for someone with strong financial experience including analytical IT Excel skills and cost modelling experience.Working PatternThis role is available on a full-time basis with the option of compressed hours working. This role is also suitable for part-time working hours, with a minimum requirement to work 4 days / 28 hours per week due to business requirements - one role available. However, job-share are available.We encourage applications from candidates who wish to work part-time; however, part-time opportunities cannot be guaranteed and are subject to the requirements of the role and business. Candidates wishing to work part-time should notify the vacancy holder as soon as a provisional offer of employment is made, to explore whether this can be accommodated at your selected location.Person specificationEssential CriteriaExperience of developing cost models (or ability to learn) for a complex organisation and ability to interpret and query financial and/or performance data. Ability to effectively communicate complex models to stakeholders.Ability to prioritise key activities in a fast-paced environment.Strong IT/ Data analytics skills with Intermediate or Advanced Excel skills.Strong leadership skills and a team player; ability to show ownership and develop strong and collaborative relationships within own team and the wider Department. Able to work independently and proactively, utilising digital tools and applying data insights to drive productivity and achieve high-quality outputs on time. Confident in leading others on high-profile areas across the Department.Experience of working within a finance environment with Metis finance systems or equivalent.Desirable CriteriaGood knowledge of finance processes and procedures.Qualifications CCAB, CIMA qualified, part qualified, or currently studying. BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Communicating and InfluencingChanging and ImprovingDelivering at PaceSeeing the Big PictureWe only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:Communicating and InfluencingBenefitsIn addition to your salary, a career with the Home Office offers a range of benefits, including: A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%. In-year reward scheme for one-off or sustained exceptional personal or team achievements. 25 days annual leave on appointment, rising with service to 30 days. Eight days of public holidays, plus one additional privilege day. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office.See more of our benefits on our careers website.Sign-up on our website to receive emails with information about careers at the Home Office.Things you need to knowArtificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.Selection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. We will endeavour to conduct the selection process in line with the dates indicated below, but cannot guarantee that these will not, where necessary, be revised. As part of the application process, you will first be asked to confirm your eligibility by providing some basic personal information. After submission of this first stage, you will be invited to complete the followingCivil Service Numerical and Verbal Reasoning tests. Online Test – by 21st August 2026.If you successfully pass the Civil Service Numerical and Verbal Reasoningtests, you will be invited to complete the full application form. Please complete the online tests as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended). If you fail to complete the online tests or full application before the deadline, your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the Civil Service tests will be available when you are invited to take the test(s). The online tests are accessed via the Civil Service Jobs website. You cannot complete the tests on a mobile phone or tablet.Following successful completion of your tests, you will then be asked to complete the full application form. 2. Application – by 21st August 2026.As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete: CV.Evidence of the Behaviour, Communicating and Influencing (250 words maximum). Your CV should consist of your career history, qualifications and skills/experience, including any key achievements in each role. Your CV will be scored against the experience required for the role as noted within the essential criteria.For guidance and information on how to construct your application (CV, Personal Statement and Behaviours), you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers website. 3. Sift – from 25th August 2026.The sift will be held on the CV and Behaviour (Communicating and Influencing) as listed in the advert. Should a high volume of applications be received, an initial sift will be conducted on the Behaviour Communicating and Influencing. Candidates who pass the initial sift will then be progressed to a full sift that will consist of the remaining element submitted CV. Candidates who fail to meet the minimum pass score for the initial sift will not have their remaining submitted elements scored and will only receive a sift score for that assessed at the initial sift. 4. Presentation Assessment - from 16th September 2026.Candidates who pass the full Sift will be invited to a separate Presentation Assessment (5 mins presentation and 5 mins Q/A). The presentation topic/scenario will be disclosed in advance to allow sufficient preparation time.The presentation will be assessed against 'Experience' on the 'Success Profiles' and will be assessed against the 'Essential Criteria' as listed in job advertisement. The presentation assessment take place via MS Teams.5. Interview - from 29th September 2026.If you are successful at both sift and presentation assessment stages, you will be invited to an interview that will be Behaviours (as listed in the job advert) based questions. All Behaviours listed in the selection process will be scored at the interview.The interview will take place on Teams.For guidance and information on what to expect and how to prepare for an interview, you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers.Problems during the application processIf you experience problems accessing this advert, or you think you’ve made a mistake on an initial application, please contact hocandidates.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk, including the vacancy reference, at least two working days before the vacancy closes. Further information can be found on our website.Do not create or attempt to submit another application, online test or use a different Civil Service Jobs account to proceed as this would be in violation of the candidate declaration. Location PreferencesYou can select up to threelocations in order of preference. Please ensure that these are locations you are prepared to travel to. If you are offered a role at one of your preferred locations and you decline, your application will be withdrawn.Reserve ListA reserve list may be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. There is no guarantee that being held on a reserve list will lead to a job offer. Further information can be foundon our website.Reserve lists will be held for each location. Candidates will be appointed in merit order by location. Breaking Tied ScoresThe behaviours have been ranked in order of importance to enable us to differentiate between candidates with tied interview scores. StandardsAll Civil Servants are expected to comply with the Civil Service Code, and its core values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality. Additional Security Checks As well as successfully obtaining UK Security Vetting clearance, candidates will be subject to a range of additional checks. The range of checks carried out will depend on whether you are a current Home Office employee, existing civil servant or an external new entrant as well as the role requirements. Further details are included in the Notes to Candidates. Reasonable AdjustmentsIf a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:Contact Government Recruitment Service via HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needsComplete 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 professionalIf you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the ‘Contact point for applicants’ section.Further InformationIn order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.Please be aware the levels of national security clearance are changing which may impact on the level needed for this role by the time of appointment. All efforts will be made to keep candidates informed of any changes and what that will mean in terms of vetting criteria. For more information please See our vetting charterFor further information on National Security Vetting please visit the Demystifying Vetting website.FeedbackFeedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.SecuritySuccessful candidates must undergo a basic (or equivalent) criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is counter-terrorist check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Nationality requirementsThis job is broadly open to the following groups:UK nationalsnationals of the Republic of Irelandnationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKnationals 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) (opens in a new window)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 2020Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) 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 (opens in a new window).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 InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).Apply and further informationThis vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.Contact point for applicantsJob contact : Name : Home Office Resourcing Centre – Corporate EnablersEmail : HORCCampaignTeamCorporateEnablers@homeoffice.gov.ukRecruitment teamEmail : HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.ukFurther informationIf you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Civil Service Recruitment Principles. and you wish to make a complaint, then contact the Government Recruitment Service via HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission.Attachmentscandidateinformationv18July2026 Opens in new window (pdf, 8MB)2025-11-17 Pre-employment Checking - Document Requirements (V17) (12) (1) Opens in new window (pdf, 231kB)