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The Private Office team is a high-performing, dynamic, supportive and inclusive team. This is a demanding but rewarding role for someone interested in working closely with Ministers, Special Advisers and senior officials. This post reports to the Deputy Principal Private Secretary. In this role you will: • Advise and work directly with the Secretary of State, Junior Ministers and Special Advisers to support them in delivering their priorities, • Work with senior stakeholders across the Department, including policy, the communications directorate and operations, as well as across Whitehall, to provide the Ministerial Team with high quality and timely advice, • Support the Secretary of State and Junior Ministers in a wide range of internal and Cross-Government meetings and external engagements The opportunity to work closely with the Secretary of State, Junior Ministers, Special Advisers and senior officials • An exciting, fast-paced and challenging work environment that involves dealing with complex policy and operational issues, • The chance to be part of a supportive team with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop new skills, • The opportunity to broaden understanding of DWP policy, parliamentary business and cross-government functionsPerson specification We are looking for a high-performing, resilient and energetic person with excellent communication skills who can work independently and as part of a wider team to deliver for the Ministerial Team. You will need to manage a heavy workload, prioritise effectively and enjoy working in a fast-moving environment. Experience of working with Ministers or senior leaders is desirable but not essential. Essential Criteria The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: • An ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with others and within a dynamic team, often to short deadlines and to achieve common goals, maintaining a high level of service(Lead Criteria), • Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills, • Confidence to engage daily with the departments most senior leaders, including Ministers, the Permanent Secretary and Directors General, • Excellent judgement and approach to situations, tasks and problems, and a self-starter who can work independently, • An ability to deliver to tight deadlines quickly but effectively, whilst remaining professional in a pressured environment, • A strong track record in managing a high-quality service, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deal pragmatically with sometimes conflicting priorities The role is full time and job share - Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working patterns may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Communicating and Influencing, • Delivering at Pace, • Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of 63,075, Department for Work and Pensions contributes 18,272 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. DWP have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: • Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours., • Generous annual leave at least 23 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (prorata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave., • Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme., • Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join HASSRA a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly)., • Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 years continuous service., • Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes., • An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Womens Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement (1000 word max) to demonstrate how you meet the person specification and the essential criteria. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Selection will be by a written sift and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an face-to-face interview (Caxton House), London. CV The CV is an on-line tool accessed through the Civil Service Jobsite and there is no requirement to upload your personal CV. Our CV element is short, and allows an initial check of eligibility,so please put the main content of your evidence and skills in your Personal Statementand will not be individually scored. Personal Statement When completing your personal statement, please read and understand the Key Criteria thoroughly as this is what your written evidence will be assessed against. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. You may choose to address each criteria separately, however, one narrative example may cover and evidence several key criteria. You may not be able to meet all the key criteria, but please ensure you evidence: the key personal requirements and what have you done that relates to the requirements. 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 and the skills you have that are transferable to the key requirements, and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. 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 experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates my be subjected to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the lead criteria: The benchmark for candidates to proceed to the next stage may be raised. In line with our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS), we aim to advance all candidates applying under the DCS who meet the minimum standard. However, we may only progress those candidates who best meet the required standards. The sift will be carried out in September/October 2025 - Sift and Interview dates to be confirmed in due course. Interview Stage Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at Caxton House, London and will be assessed on their answers to interview questions on Behaviours and Strengths.Theinterview aims to be more of a conversation exploring the candidates capability for the role. This will consist of a face-to-face blended interview, which should take approximately between 30-40 minutes. Candidates may be asked to undertake a short written assessment or presentation as part of the interview. Details of which will be provided to those invited for interview. Blended Interview YouwillbeaskedamixtureofBehaviourandStrengthquestions. A blended interview aims to be more of a conversation at interview offering a more inclusive approach. TheBehaviourandStrengthbasedquestioningexploreswhatthecandidatecanandhas done, but also their potential. The behaviours being assessed are: Communicating and Influencing- Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others. DeliveringatPace- Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive. Seeing the Big Picture -Understand how your role fits with and supports organisational objectives. Recognise the wider Civil Service priorities and ensure work is in the national interest. 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: Whatwas the task,Howyou approached the work/situation and what theOutcomeswere, what did you achieve? Or What was theSituation? That were theTasks? WhatActiondid you take? What were theResultsof your actions? 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. Appointment on Merit Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles here . Successful candidates will be posted in merit order based on your location preferences, where appropriate, and the geographical requirements of the business. Dependent on your position on the merit list, if none of your location preferences remain at the point we make a job offer DWP may offer you a role at an alternative advertised location. If we are unable to offer you a role in any of your preferred locations, and you are unable to accept a role at an alternative advertised location, we will add you to the reserve list if one is being held. Further Information Find out more about Working for DWP A reserve list may be held for a period of 3months from which further appointments can be made. Any move to DWPfrom another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information visit the Childcare Choices website . Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas . Other opportunities might become available across Private Office, for which we will hold a reserve list for additional suitable candidates. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Applications will be screened and if evidence of plagiarism or copying examples/answers from other sources is found, your application will be withdrawn. Internal DWP candidates may also face disciplinary action. Security Requirements You must meet the security requirements before you can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. In 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: stating the job reference number in the subject heading. Failure to meet the residency requirements needed for the role may result in the withdrawal of provisional jobs offers. For these vacancies, we strongly recommend that applicants consult with an immigration specialist or qualified advisor to assess their eligibility for Visa Sponsorship before deciding to apply. Please note that while we consider sponsorship requests in accordance with current DWP guidance and Home Office policy, sponsorship cannot be guaranteed. Before applying for this vacancy, current employees of DWP should check whether a successful application would result in changes to their terms & conditions of employment, e.g. mobility, pay, allowances. Civil Servants that would transfer into DWP from other government organisations, following successful application, will assume DWP's terms & conditions of employment current on the day they are posted, unless DWP has stated otherwise in writing. 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 applicants 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. NSV For further information on National Security Vetting please visit the Demystifying Vetting website . Reasonable Adjustment At DWP we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including those that are underrepresented in our workforce. We consider visible and non-visible disabilities, neurodiversity or learning differences, chronic medical conditions, or mental ill health. Examples include dyslexia, epilepsy, autism, chronic fatigue, or schizophrenia. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the Reasonable Adjustments section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. 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 (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 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) (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 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 (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The 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 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 (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) . Apply and further information This 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 applicants Job contact : • Name : Thomas Ogden Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact DWP by email: . If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. Click here to visit the Civil Service Commission. Attachments DWP Terms and Conditions January 2024 (3) Opens in new window (docx, 17kB) Success-Profiles-Candidate-Overview-Accessble-Version Opens in new window (docx, 69kB)

The Private Office is a high-performing, dynamic, supportive and inclusive team. This is a demanding but rewarding role for someone interested in working closely with the Ministerial Head of Office, Ministers, Special Advisers and senior officials. We have several exciting opportunities coming up, offering the chance to work with Ministers daily, helping to address challenges that affect the lives of people across the country. These roles provide an opportunity to see how Ministers, Special Advisers and the Civil Service operate in a way that is rarely matched in other roles of the same grade. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high quality and timely advice across the portfolio is provided and will be the interface between the Department and Ministerial Team. These are fast paced, stretching and a great platform for your future career in the Civil Service. We are looking for candidates who will enjoy and thrive in this unique and interesting environment at the heart of Government. This post will either report to the Deputy Private Secretary or Head of Office. In this role you will: • Advise and work directly with the Deputy Private Secretary, Head of Office, Minister and wider Ministerial Team to support them in delivering their priorities, • Work with senior stakeholders across the Department, including policy and operations, as well as across Whitehall, to provide the Ministerial Team with high quality and timely advice, • Support the Minister in a wide range of internal and Cross-Government meetings and engagements, • Support the Minister or Special Adviser during meetings, responsible for providing an accuratereadout, capturing actions and ensuring progress, • Accompany and support the Minister on relevant events and visits, working with the visits team to ensure logistics are properly arranged and acting as an ambassador for your Minister and DWP when meeting high profile, • The opportunity to work closely with Ministers, Special Advisers and senior officials, • An exciting, fast-paced and challenging work environment that involves dealing with complex policy and operational issues, • The chance to be part of a supportive team with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop new skills, • The opportunity to broaden understanding of DWP policy, parliamentary business and cross-government functionsPerson specification, • We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with Ministers, Special Advisers, and senior officials., • You will need to manage a heavy workload, be able to prioritise effectively and enjoy working in a fastmoving environment., • You will also need excellent judgement and political awareness and an interest in parliamentary business. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: • An ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with others and within a dynamic team, often to short deadlines and to achieve common goals, maintaining a high level of service(Lead Criteria), • An ability to build relationships with key stakeholders and demonstrate strong communication skills (both verbal and written), • Confidence to engage with senior officials and Ministers, • Excellent judgement and approach to situations, tasks and problems, • An ability to deliver to tight deadlines quickly but effectively, whilst remaining professional in a pressured environment, • Ability to manage competing priorities and deal pragmatically with sometimes conflicting priorities Due to the nature of the role, it may be necessary to work long hours, including weekends, especially when Parliament is sitting, for which overtime will be payable. The role is full time or job share only - Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working pattern may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Communicating and Influencing, • Delivering at Pace, • Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of 44,355, Department for Work and Pensions contributes 12,849 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. DWP have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: • Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours., • Generous annual leave at least 23 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (prorata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave., • Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme., • Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join HASSRA a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly)., • Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 years continuous service., • Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes., • An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Womens Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement (1000 word max) to demonstrate how you meet the person specification and the essential criteria. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Selection will be by a written sift and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview (Caxton House, London). Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. CV The CV is an on-line tool accessed through the Civil Service Jobsite and there is no requirement to upload your personal CV. Our CV element is short, and allows an initial check of eligibility, so please put the main content of your evidence and skills in your Personal Statement and will not be individually scored. Personal Statement When completing your personal statement, please read and understand the Key Criteria thoroughly as this is what your written evidence will be assessed against. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. You may choose to address each criteria separately, however, one narrative example may cover and evidence several key criteria. You may not be able to meet all the key criteria, but please ensure you evidence: the key personal requirements and what have you done that relates to the requirements. 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 and the skills you have that are transferable to the key requirements, and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role. 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 experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subjected to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the lead criteria: The benchmark for candidates to proceed to the next stage may be raised. In line with our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS), we aim to advance all candidates applying under the DCS who meet the minimum standard. However, we may only progress those candidates who best meet the required standards. Selection will be by a written sift and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person face to face interview (Caxton House, London).The sift will be carried out in September/October 2025 - Interview dates to be confirmed in due course. Interview Stage Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at Caxton House, London and will be assessed on their answers to interview questions on Behaviours and Strengths.The interview aims to be more of a conversation exploring the candidates capability for the role. This will consist of a face-to-face blended interview, which should take approximately between 30-40 minutes. Candidates may be asked to undertake a short written assessment or presentation as part of the interview. Details of which will be provided to those invited for interview. Blended Interview YouwillbeaskedamixtureofBehaviourandStrengthquestions. A blended interview aims to be more of a conversation at interview offering a more inclusive approach. TheBehaviourandStrengthbasedquestioningexploreswhatthecandidatecanandhas done, but also their potential. The behaviours being assessed are: Communicating and Influencing-Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others. DeliveringatPace- Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive. Seeing the Big Picture -Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others. 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: Whatwas the task,Howyou approached the work/situation and what theOutcomeswere, what did you achieve? Or What was theSituation? That were theTasks? WhatActiondid you take? What were theResultsof your actions? 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. Appointment on Merit Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles here . Successful candidates will be posted in merit order based on your location preferences, where appropriate, and the geographical requirements of the business. Dependent on your position on the merit list, if none of your location preferences remain at the point we make a job offer DWP may offer you a role at an alternative advertised location. If we are unable to offer you a role in any of your preferred locations, and you are unable to accept a role at an alternative advertised location, we will add you to the reserve list if one is being held. Further Information Find out more about Working for DWP Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. A reserve list may be held for a period of 3months from which further appointments can be made. Any move to DWPfrom another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information visit the Childcare Choices website . Other opportunities might become available across Private Office, for which we will hold a reserve list for additional suitable candidates. The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Applications will be screened and if evidence of plagiarism or copying examples/answers from other sources is found, your application will be withdrawn. Internal DWP candidates may also face disciplinary action. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. Security Requirements You must meet the security requirements before you can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. In 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: stating the job reference number in the subject heading. 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 applicants 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. Failure to meet the residency requirements needed for the role may result in the withdrawal of provisional jobs offers. For these vacancies, we strongly recommend that applicants consult with an immigration specialist or qualified advisor to assess their eligibility for Visa Sponsorship before deciding to apply. Please note that while we consider sponsorship requests in accordance with current DWP guidance and Home Office policy, sponsorship cannot be guaranteed. This role is full time only. Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working pattern may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying. Before applying for this vacancy, current employees of DWP should check whether a successful application would result in changes to their terms & conditions of employment, e.g. mobility, pay, allowances. Civil Servants that would transfer into DWP from other government organisations, following successful application, will assume DWP's terms & conditions of employment current on the day they are posted, unless DWP has stated otherwise in writing. The evidence you provide in your application must relate to your own experiences. If the evidence of plagiarism is found your application will be withdrawn. NSV For further information on National Security Vetting please visit the Demystifying Vetting website . Reasonable Adjustment At DWP we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including those that are underrepresented in our workforce. We consider visible and non-visible disabilities, neurodiversity or learning differences, chronic medical conditions, or mental ill health. Examples include dyslexia, epilepsy, autism, chronic fatigue, or schizophrenia. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the Reasonable Adjustments section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security 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 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) (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 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 (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The 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 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 (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) . Apply and further information This 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 applicants Job contact : • Name : Georgia Wright Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact DWP by email: . If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. Click here to visit the Civil Service Commission. Attachments DWP Terms and Conditions January 2024 Opens in new window (docx, 17kB) Success-Profiles-Candidate-Overview-Accessble-Version Opens in new window (docx, 67kB)

Corporate Governance Manager Salary Circa £70,000 Do you thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment and enjoy managing shareholder services, external relationships, and governance processes? This role would suit someone with strong corporate governance experience, ideally within a listed company, who is confident managing external relationships and senior stakeholders. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and excited by the opportunity to lead key governance activities like AGMs and shareholder communications, this could be your next step. A bit about the job: As Corporate Governance Manager, you'll deliver high-quality governance support across a range of shareholder and corporate activities. You'll lead AGM planning and delivery, working with external event planners and managing the associated budget. You'll also manage the relationship with our registrar, oversee shareholder services and projects, and ensure compliance with Listing Rule requirements around share capital. The role includes drafting shareholder communications, contributing to the Annual Report and Accounts and maintaining the shareholder section of our corporate website. Skills and experience we're looking for: • Qualified company secretary with extensive listed company secretarial and corporate governance knowledge, gained from working for FTSE 250 companies previously., • Excellent project management and organisational skills, with experience managing budgets and external suppliers., • Confident stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including with registrars and shareholder service providers., • Solid understanding of shareholder services, capital maintenance, and regulatory reporting. Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow - is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague. • Salary circa £75,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications), • Bonus opportunity - 10% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva's., • Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in., • 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days, • Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it, • Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts, • Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme, • Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer's leave, • Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work, • Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others Aviva is for everyone: We're inclusive and welcome everyone - we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don't, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares. We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working - spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Tawana Chin a call on 07789 624461 or send an email to .

Role Description The Head of Workplace Solutions - Trust Administration is responsible for managing the JP Morgan Chase Workplace Solutions trust companies – Global Shares Trustee Ireland Limited (GSTIL) and GS Trustee (UK) Limited (GSTUKL). They will work closely with Sales, Customer Relationship Management, Implementations, AML/KYC, Equity Plan Management, Tax Operations, and Reconciliations in order to coordinate and manage the creation and operation of the individual trusts under these two entities. This role involves taking responsibility for trustee actions on behalf of GSTIL and GSTUKL and ensuring comprehensive oversight of all trust related activities. The Head of Workplace Solutions - Trust Administration is responsible for ensuring that GSTIL and GSTUKL fulfil all of their duties as trustee of individual trusts, and that these two entities meet all fiduciary and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, team management, excellent communication, understanding of corporate structures and fiduciary responsibility, regulatory compliance expertise, ability to identify conflicts of interest, possess a detailed mindset thorough understanding of trust and equity plan management. Key Responsibilities include: • Management, • Manage the day-to-day operations of GSTIL and GSTUKL, • Act as the signatory for GSTIL and GSTUKL for all trusts, • Ensure that GSTIL and GTSUKL discharge all of their duties as trustee of all relevant trusts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and industry best practice, • Ensure the trust's operations comply with the trust deed, • Maintain fiduciary responsibility and ensure the trust operates in the best interest of beneficiaries, • Develop and implement trust policies and procedures to safeguard the interests of the beneficiaries, • Ensure meticulous record-keeping and accounting for all trust assets, maintaining separate accounts and receiving regular statements to fulfil fiduciary duties to beneficiaries, • Ensure all trust activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies, • Conduct regular audits and reviews of trust operations to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring there are no gaps in practice, • Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required Indirect responsibilities, • Collaborate with legal, compliance and client service teams to ensure all documentation and agreements are in place (incl responsibility for Trust Deed, Tax Certification), • Board Administration, • Implement a governance structure for each trust, maintaining a specific minute book, setting agenda, documenting and evidence all Trustee decisions, actions and resolutions including rationale for all actions, • Minutes will serve as a central record of the trust's activities, providing a historical account of its operations and facilitating future decision-making., • Evidence that the trustees' actions and decisions are in accordance with the powers and duties outlined in the trust deed should be documented in the minutes., • If the trust deed grants discretionary powers to the trustees, the minutes should demonstrate how those powers are being exercised in the best interests of the beneficiaries., • Evidence that the trustees' decisions are being made solely in the best interests of the beneficiaries, rather than for the benefit of the company or other parties, should be clearly recorded., • The minutes should document any potential conflicts of interest and how they were addressed or mitigated., • The minutes should include a review of the fees associated with the trust's administration, • Documentation of any audits or reviews of the trust's financial statements and operations should be recorded., • The minutes should include a summary of how participants are being informed about key aspects of the plan and their rights., • Any other key reports or updates provided to the plan sponsor or other stakeholders should be mentioned in the minutes., • Accounts and assets, • Oversee the opening and management of bank, custodian and brokerage accounts, including decisions and authorized signatories and acceptance of terms and conditions, • Oversee the movement of assets within the trust, including transfers, sales, dividends ensuring all movement is compliant with legal and regulatory requirements, • Ensure all asset movements are conducted in compliance with trust agreements and regulatory requirements, • Monitor and management of trust assets including documentation of all decisions related to asset management and distribution in accordance with the trust deed and share plan rules, • Leadership, • Lead and develop a team of trust professionals, providing guidance, training and performance management, • Represent the trust services function across Workplace Solutions, • Registration, • With the Company Secretary, ensure that the application and renewal process for the Irish trust entity registration (TCSP) in undertaken. Investigate if similar required for UK, • Oversee that the following are undertaken by the Tax Operations team, • Review Trusts to determine if CRBOT registration is required and implement where necessary, • Conduct tax due diligence and risk assessments for new trust arrangements ensuring all teams are aware of any specific obligations, • Trustees must ensure the trusts maintain compliance with the requirements necessary for tax relief, as this is a key benefit of the structures, • Plan management, • Co-ordinate with the EPM team to ensure accurate data updates, record keeping and reporting of share plan activities that relate to the trustee, • Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of trust assets, including the ability to generate comprehensive asset reports, • Oversee transaction reporting for trust accounts, ensuring regular receipt of regular statements and confirmations from broker dealers, • Accurately report transfers of shares to beneficiaries and any trust transfers when corporate clients leave, • Monitor and report all share trading activities conducted by the trustee, ensuring compliance with the Trust Deed, and verify that all transactions are accurately documented and monitored, • Termination, • The specialized and ever changing nature of the Employee Benefit Trust practice requires that Head of Trust Administration devote a significant amount of time to personal development and training, • Training at JPMorgan consists of reading the fiduciary materials which are circulated to each Trust Administrator, attending in-house and external seminars and taking required Proficiency Training courses offered internally on a quarterly basis, • Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus; J.D. preferred, • In-depth knowledge of all fiduciary products and services, including all legal, tax and regulatory requirements applicable to fiduciary relationships, • Relevant experience focused in the Employee Benefit Trust business; either at a corporate fiduciary or a law firm

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Join the College of Intensive Care Medicine as Legal Trustee Shape the future of intensive care. Champion legal governance. Make a lasting impact. The College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) is on a transformative journey – evolving from a Faculty into an independent College by July 2026. With nearly 5,000 members and a vital role in UK healthcare, CICM is at the forefront of improving outcomes for critically ill patients. They are now seeking a Lay Trustee with senior legal experience to join its inaugural Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the legal and governance foundations of a newly established Medical College. About the Role As Legal Trustee, you will: • Provide strategic legal insight across governance, compliance, and organisational risk., • Offer independent scrutiny and advice on legal matters including contracts, partnerships, and regulatory obligations., • Support the development of CICM’s internal governance structures and ensure legal robustness as the College grows. You’ll work alongside a dynamic Board of Trustees, including clinicians and fellow lay trustees, to ensure robust governance and impactful decision-making. What We’re Looking For We welcome applications from individuals with: • Professional knowledge of charity and/or company law., • Experience as a Legal Advisor or Company Secretary in a charity, membership organisation, or law practice., • Strategic legal insight and leadership experience in governance roles., • A strong understanding of board responsibilities and trustee duties., • Passion for improving health outcomes and promoting equity. Commitment & Benefits • Time Commitment: 8-12 days/year (including 4 Board meetings; additional committee meetings may arise), • Location: Hybrid (virtual and in-person meetings in London), • Remuneration: Voluntary role with expenses reimbursed Why Join CICM? • Be part of a pioneering moment in UK healthcare., • Influence the legal and governance framework of intensive care medicine., • Collaborate with passionate professionals and volunteers., • Help build a legally robust and inclusive College. Recruitment Timeline A Q&A webinar session will be hosted by CICM, where they will share further insights and answer any additional questions you may have. Please register your interest in attending this webinar and we will send you a link: on Wednesday 1st October, 6pm-7pm. Application deadline: Monday 13th October 2025 Interview: w/c 10th November How to Apply Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to CICM on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to and request a candidate pack in the first instance. For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you. Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

___Leasehold Enfranchisement & Residential Property Lawyer Salary £45-70k DOE Croydon- Hybrid working One of the leading firms providing legal services to South London, Surrey and the South East with offices in 3 locations, is looking for a Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer who can also do residential property work. They are modern and professional, and the team comprises of bright, talented, and ambitious individuals. The Role Managing your own busy mixed caseload of conveyancing files including: • Freehold & leasehold sales and purchases, • Mortgages and remortgages, • Lease extensions and collective enfranchisement, • Declarations of trust and other aspects of joint ownerships, • Acquisition of development sites and estate conveyancing, • Option agreements, • 1 to 1 support of your own dedicated Paralegal/Legal secretary Who are they looking for? • A 2 - 5years’ PQE Solicitor, Legal Executive or Conveyancer with solid Leasehold Enfranchisement & Residential Conveyancing experience., • Someone that can manage your own caseload confidently, • Track record of providing a high-quality service to clients What they offer: • Excellent reputation and large base of existing clients, • Above average billing fees, • 1 to 1 support, • Career path for development, • Experienced team, • Bonus in addition to salary If you think this role would be a good fit and you have the required skills/experience and would like to learn more about this opportunity, or other opportunities in the market, please contact Alice Neal on or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 464 2524. LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our Clients. LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy. • The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.___The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

A fantastic opportunity to join a well established and ambitious Lloyd's broker in the City. Ideally you will be CIPD level 7 or equivalent with a solid understanding of employment law and experience of working in the insurance industry, preferably the Lloyd's/London market. Key responsibilities: • Accountable to the Senior Management Team for all HR matters for a headcount of 70, • Line Manager to a (new) HR Assistant, who deals with general HR enquiries, recruitment, work experience placements, onboarding, training and HR administration, • Management of all employee relation matters including without prejudice conversations, settlement agreement negotiations, contractual changes, as well as capability and performance processes, • Policy development, implementation and review cycles, • Full review of current processes to ensure standardised approach e.g. recruitment, training and development, probationary and performance reviews, • Technical ability in developing HRIS workflows (the system in use is HiBob) to automate HR processes, • Highly skilled in reward/pay and benefits - salary reviews, bonus structures, LTIPs, company HR insurances (such as PMI, Income Protection etc) and flexible benefits, • Manage maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave and other absences, • Market benchmarking such as Lloyd's Market Policies and Practices return, Culture Survey, Alan Jones HR Benchmarking Survey, • Set up and act as secretary of HR Committees such as Remuneration Committee, People & Culture Working Group, Charity Committee, • Support the compliance and risk functions in related areas to meet regulatory standards, • Introduce mentoring, executive coaching, employee resource groups and run pulse surveys to get staff feedback, • Develop valuable performance management practices such as individual development plans (IDPs) and link to succession planning, • Provide HR Board reports on a quarterly basis and to the Senior Management Team on request

As a Pension Governance Consultant, you will play a key role in maintaining strong governance for occupational pension schemes, whether ongoing, in wind-up, or in a Pension Protection Fund (PPF) Assessment Period. You may also act as scheme secretary, supported by a Trustee Manager or Director for strategic decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced pensions professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to the effective management of pension schemes. Key Responsibilities • Supporting Directors and client teams in managing the governance of ongoing DB and DC pension schemes., • Overseeing day-to-day PPF assessment period tasks for schemes within the PPF., • Preparing and updating business plans to manage scheme expenses., • Maintaining governance documents, including risk registers, calendars, and policies., • Assisting with trustee meeting arrangements, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and action tracking., • Coordinating investment transitions, regulatory filings, and benefit decision processes., • Managing documentation such as trustee welcome packs, member communications, and trustee reports and accounts., • Supporting member queries and liaising with trustees and advisors., • Contributing to ad hoc projects such as adviser tenders or liability management exercises., • Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks. About You We’re looking for someone with: • At least 3 years’ experience working with defined benefit occupational pension schemes., • Knowledge of current pensions legislation, including the Pensions Act 2004., • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage workloads proactively., • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal., • A proactive, professional, and collaborative approach. Desirable Skills and Experience • Experience working with the Pension Protection Fund., • Project management experience., • Progress towards professional pensions qualifications (e.g. PMI Award in Pensions Trusteeship, Associateship) and evidence of continued professional development.

Head of Legal - Keltbray Purpose of the role The Head of Legal will provide all ‘in-house’ legal advice regarding Keltbray’s operations across all divisions reporting to the Commercial Director. The role is critical in providing pragmatic legal advice to the executive board, project teams, and support services. Acts as a key strategic advisor on risk management, contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters. Role Summary • Team management – the ability to select, develop and manage teams., • Conflict management – the ability to identify, address and resolve differences between individuals and/or interest groups., • Leadership – the ability to empower and inspire others to deliver successful change initiatives., • Risk, opportunity, and issue management – the ability to identify and monitor risks (threats and opportunities), to plan and implement responses to those risks, and respond to other issues that affect the change initiative., • Consolidated planning – the ability to consolidate and document the fundamental components of a change initiative: scope; schedule; resource requirements; budgets; risks; opportunities and issues; and quality requirements., • Governance arrangements – the ability to establish and maintain governance structures that define clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities for governance and delivery of change initiatives and align with organisational practice., • Clients, stakeholders, and communications management – the ability to manage stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests., • Reviews – the ability to establish and manage reviews at appropriate points, during and after change initiatives, which will inform governance of the change initiatives, by providing evaluations of progress, methodologies, and continuing relevance., • Change control – the ability to establish protocols to alter the scope of change initiatives, implementing the protocols when necessary, and updating configuration documentation, including contracts to develop, maintain and apply quality management processes for change initiative activities and outputs., • Budgeting and cost control – the ability to develop and agree budgets for change initiatives, and to control forecast and actual costs against the budget. Role Specifics • Provide early contractual advice to the Pre-Construction Director to ensure appropriate levels of contractual engagement prior to contract execution., • Be the custodian of executed contracts., • Work with the Head of Insurance and the Company Secretary to ensure appropriate levels of Insurances, Parent Company Guarantees, and Performance warranties are secured., • Advise on contractual risk, joint ventures, procurement strategy, and complex negotiations., • Provide legal oversight across all projects, particularly regarding contractual disputes with clients and the supply chain., • Provide training, mentoring and advice to all staff regarding construction contracts in particularly JCT, NEC, I Chem E, FIDIC, and bespoke trade contracts., • Lead on all formal dispute resolution processes whether mediation, adjudication, arbitration, or legal proceedings via court., • Work closely with the Board and senior leaders to provide legal input into strategic decisions., • Support the Group Assurance Director and Company Secretary in ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, governance standards, and company policies., • Be the gateway for all external legal advice and commissions sought out with the company., • Provide advice to the Group HR Director in all matters related to employment, retention and employees leaving the business., • Support the Group Assurance Director and Head of Safety regarding compliance with statutory regulations regarding health, safety and welfare matters., • Support the Group Assurance Director and Head of Environment regarding compliance with statutory regulations regarding Environmental matters Diversity & Inclusion We advocate for difference and champion diversity to foster an inclusive environment that allows our people to bring their true selves to their work every day and enable our people to thrive by promoting health and preventing harm. Keltbray welcomes everyone who shares our values, regardless of their age, belief, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, maternity status, marital status, pregnancy, religion, sex or sexual orientation

HEAD OF COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS (QUALIFIED SOLICITOR) CENTRAL LONDON HYBRID WORKING (2 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE, 3 DAYS FROM HOME) PERMANENT ROLE Role Overview: Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a globally operating, UK headquartered IT services and consulting firm with deep expertise in end-to-end technology solutions in their search for a UK qualified Solicitor to join their team in the position of Head of Commercial Contracts. The successful candidate will provide legal support to our client’s c-suite and its international group of companies in their dealings with customers and suppliers by ensuring that appropriate contracts are in place reflecting the accepted risk. Key Accountabilities: • Be the main point of contact within the Group for commercial contractual relationships., • Support the AGC with related contracts., • Support other legal areas e.g. corporate, property, IPR and disputes as and when required and take the lead in certain matters as and when requested by AGC or Group Company Secretary., • Monitor and supervise workload of the Legal contracts team., • Monitor and supervise contract administration., • Initiate and manage legal research on current and upcoming supply chain legal developments., • Maintain precedent templates across the Group’s jurisdictions and other suitable commercial legal documents and policies., • Engage, instruct and monitor external counsel to an agreed budget where workload, experience or expertise require especially in non-UK jurisdictions., • Assist AGC in handling pre-litigation disputes, coordinate with external counsel on litigation matters, and develop strategies for resolution. About You: • A qualified solicitor in England and Wales, • 5+ years' experience in a senior or managerial commercial contracts role within the technology sector, • Demonstrable experience in leading and developing high-performing teams, • Extensive experience in successfully negotiating and managing high-value, complex commercial contracts including outsourcing agreements, strategic partnerships, and framework arrangements within the technology sector, • Significant experience working within a legal function whilst effectively collaborating with Sales, Procurement, Compliance and other business stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes, • Experience in risk management and compliance within a technology sector environment would be advantageous

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