Operational Delivery Centre - Senior Leader
Government Recruitment Service - Barking
£44,447 to £51,528 a year
PermanentFull time
Help shape how DWP tackles fraud and error The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) supports around 20 million customers and plays a vital role in protecting public funds. The Integrated Risk and Intelligence Service (IRIS) sits at the heart of the department and is a national team within the Counter Fraud, Compliance and Debt directorate providing a core service as the centre of expertise for fraud and error. IRIS provides the department with a single view of fraud and error risks within the benefit system and contributes towards efficiencies, savings and tackling organised crime and modern slavery through its core delivery services. We are a multi-disciplinary team bringing together a diverse range of expertise and technology including data science, digital specialists, cyber specialists, intelligence analysts and counter fraud experts. This creates a powerful force using data and insight in innovative ways, supporting DWP to deliver our collective mission to pay the right person the right amount at the right time. We are recruiting three Senior Executive Officers (SEOs) to join the IRIS Operational Delivery Centre (ODC). These national roles sit at the heart of IRIS delivery, leading the planning and delivery of work across a network of around 15,000 operational colleagues. You will ensure the right work reaches the right teams at the right time, maximising the impact of our products and services through sound judgement, effective prioritisation and resourcing to risk. Working across IRIS, CFCD, Universal Credit, Benefit Services and wider partners, you will engage and influence senior leaders, shape delivery priorities and help integrate emerging risks, opportunities and new products into operational delivery. As an ODC Senior Executive Officer, you will: Lead, motivate and inspire your team to deliver IRIS objectives. Build capability and create an inclusive environment to empower and enable colleagues to thrive at all levels. Collaborate effectively with multiple senior stakeholders, influencing direction and decision-making to capitalise on opportunities to tackle fraud and error in DWP. Forecast, coordinate and plan delivery of products and services to operational teams throughout DWP to meet departmental fraud and error objectives. Effectively prioritise and work at pace to lead delivery of tactical solutions to complex problems and risks. Be a proactive member of the Senior Leadership Team, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to maximise effectiveness and impact. Use your well-developed verbal and written communication skills to explain complex issues in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. Take a proactive role in wider senior leader forums across the department. Be a visible and accessible senior leader who cares about our people and the services we deliver. Role model and actively demonstrate a strong commitment to self-development and the development of others. Due to the geographically dispersed nature of this team and the nature of this role, there will be regular travel across the UK and occasional overnight stays.
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Operational Delivery Centre - Senior Leader
Government Recruitment Service - Barnsley
£44,447 to £51,528 a year
PermanentFull time
Help shape how DWP tackles fraud and error The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) supports around 20 million customers and plays a vital role in protecting public funds. The Integrated Risk and Intelligence Service (IRIS) sits at the heart of the department and is a national team within the Counter Fraud, Compliance and Debt directorate providing a core service as the centre of expertise for fraud and error. IRIS provides the department with a single view of fraud and error risks within the benefit system and contributes towards efficiencies, savings and tackling organised crime and modern slavery through its core delivery services. We are a multi-disciplinary team bringing together a diverse range of expertise and technology including data science, digital specialists, cyber specialists, intelligence analysts and counter fraud experts. This creates a powerful force using data and insight in innovative ways, supporting DWP to deliver our collective mission to pay the right person the right amount at the right time. We are recruiting three Senior Executive Officers (SEOs) to join the IRIS Operational Delivery Centre (ODC). These national roles sit at the heart of IRIS delivery, leading the planning and delivery of work across a network of around 15,000 operational colleagues. You will ensure the right work reaches the right teams at the right time, maximising the impact of our products and services through sound judgement, effective prioritisation and resourcing to risk. Working across IRIS, CFCD, Universal Credit, Benefit Services and wider partners, you will engage and influence senior leaders, shape delivery priorities and help integrate emerging risks, opportunities and new products into operational delivery. As an ODC Senior Executive Officer, you will: Lead, motivate and inspire your team to deliver IRIS objectives. Build capability and create an inclusive environment to empower and enable colleagues to thrive at all levels. Collaborate effectively with multiple senior stakeholders, influencing direction and decision-making to capitalise on opportunities to tackle fraud and error in DWP. Forecast, coordinate and plan delivery of products and services to operational teams throughout DWP to meet departmental fraud and error objectives. Effectively prioritise and work at pace to lead delivery of tactical solutions to complex problems and risks. Be a proactive member of the Senior Leadership Team, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to maximise effectiveness and impact. Use your well-developed verbal and written communication skills to explain complex issues in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. Take a proactive role in wider senior leader forums across the department. Be a visible and accessible senior leader who cares about our people and the services we deliver. Role model and actively demonstrate a strong commitment to self-development and the development of others. Due to the geographically dispersed nature of this team and the nature of this role, there will be regular travel across the UK and occasional overnight stays.
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Operational Delivery Centre - Senior Leader
Government Recruitment Service - Bristol
£44,447 to £51,528 a year
PermanentFull time
Help shape how DWP tackles fraud and error The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) supports around 20 million customers and plays a vital role in protecting public funds. The Integrated Risk and Intelligence Service (IRIS) sits at the heart of the department and is a national team within the Counter Fraud, Compliance and Debt directorate providing a core service as the centre of expertise for fraud and error. IRIS provides the department with a single view of fraud and error risks within the benefit system and contributes towards efficiencies, savings and tackling organised crime and modern slavery through its core delivery services. We are a multi-disciplinary team bringing together a diverse range of expertise and technology including data science, digital specialists, cyber specialists, intelligence analysts and counter fraud experts. This creates a powerful force using data and insight in innovative ways, supporting DWP to deliver our collective mission to pay the right person the right amount at the right time. We are recruiting three Senior Executive Officers (SEOs) to join the IRIS Operational Delivery Centre (ODC). These national roles sit at the heart of IRIS delivery, leading the planning and delivery of work across a network of around 15,000 operational colleagues. You will ensure the right work reaches the right teams at the right time, maximising the impact of our products and services through sound judgement, effective prioritisation and resourcing to risk. Working across IRIS, CFCD, Universal Credit, Benefit Services and wider partners, you will engage and influence senior leaders, shape delivery priorities and help integrate emerging risks, opportunities and new products into operational delivery. As an ODC Senior Executive Officer, you will: Lead, motivate and inspire your team to deliver IRIS objectives. Build capability and create an inclusive environment to empower and enable colleagues to thrive at all levels. Collaborate effectively with multiple senior stakeholders, influencing direction and decision-making to capitalise on opportunities to tackle fraud and error in DWP. Forecast, coordinate and plan delivery of products and services to operational teams throughout DWP to meet departmental fraud and error objectives. Effectively prioritise and work at pace to lead delivery of tactical solutions to complex problems and risks. Be a proactive member of the Senior Leadership Team, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to maximise effectiveness and impact. Use your well-developed verbal and written communication skills to explain complex issues in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. Take a proactive role in wider senior leader forums across the department. Be a visible and accessible senior leader who cares about our people and the services we deliver. Role model and actively demonstrate a strong commitment to self-development and the development of others. Due to the geographically dispersed nature of this team and the nature of this role, there will be regular travel across the UK and occasional overnight stays.
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Infrastructure Engineer x4
Government Recruitment Service - Sheffield
£41,750 to £48,250 a year
PermanentFull time
The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports. Home Office Digital designs, builds and develops services for the rest of the department and for government. Every year our systems support up to 3 million visa applications, checks on 100 million border crossings, up to 8 million passport applications and deliver 140 million police checks on people, vehicles and property. An Infrastructure Engineer in Shared Application Support (SAS) Digital Support designs, builds, supports, and improves IT infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments. The role ensures government services remain secure, resilient, and compliant with government standards. Your work directly supports critical public services used by millions of citizens. You'll help ensure government systems remain secure, reliable, and available when people need them most. An Infrastructure Engineer supports and maintains infrastructure solutions and services as directed and according to departmental policy and Home Office strategy. You will work in a team of Infrastructure Engineers making sure services are delivered and supported as required. You work with and support third parties to provide infrastructure services and with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Key responsibilities building, configuring, transitioning, administering and supporting infrastructure technologies and solutions such as: compute, storage, networking, physical infrastructure, software, cloud, commercial off the shelf (COTS) and open-source packages and solutions resolving technical problems, ensuring that technical solutions continue to meet business requirements taking accountability for actions taken and decisions made identifying the correct procedures and appropriate channels for resolution and monitor resolution activities and progress updates to users investigating faults in systems, processes and services, and advise on the implementation of appropriate solutions and preventative measures working collaboratively to ensure that a set of IT products, suppliers and vendors come together to deliver an IT service using logical designs created by technical architects and required standards, methods and tools (including prototyping tools where appropriate) to build infrastructure solutions Like many organisations we need to maintain our services 24/7, therefore, on occasions there may be a requirement to work out of hours, for which you will be paid an additional allowance in line with Home Office policy. Working Pattern This 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 3 days / 22.2 hours per week due to business requirements.
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Senior Qualified Accountant
Government Recruitment Service - Swansea
£48,241 to £48,241 a year
PermanentFull time
Can you provide expert advice and insight that helps shape key business decisions and drive organisational success? Have you built strong relationships with stakeholders and delivered value through sound financial and assurance practices? Are you looking for a rewarding career with a forward-thinking team committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development? If so, we’d love to hear from you! The Finance and Assurance Services (FAS) Directorate at DVLA is a vibrant and dynamic place to work. We play a key role in supporting the Agency to achieve its strategic aims and to deliver effective value for money by providing clear advice and robust insight to inform decisions. We are agile and alert to emerging opportunities for continuous improvement. We also offer modern, flexible ways of working and opportunities for you to develop as part of a welcoming and innovative team, and we are recognised as a ‘Platinum Employer’ by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Our strategy is to be at the heart of decision-making. We are experts in our field and pride ourselves on providing a professional service to all of our customers and stakeholders. We operate within seamless governance and assurance processes, and we are fully committed to developing all of our staff to their full potential through formal learning and development courses and more informal shadowing and mentoring opportunities. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at DVLA: DVLA – Home | Civil Service Careers The Senior Qualified Accountant role being recruited is pivotal in supporting financial planning, analysis and decision-making across the Agency, helping to ensure robust financial management and compliance with government frameworks and professional standards. As a Senior Qualified Accountant, you will provide high-quality financial advice, analysis and professional expertise to support strategic decision-making, drive continuous improvement and deliver value across DVLA. You will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, applying your technical expertise to provide insight, challenge and support across a range of financial activities. Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to: 1.Undertaking detailed financial analysis and presenting insights clearly and effectively to senior stakeholders. 2.Leading the development, implementation and continuous improvement of financial policies, processes and controls. 3.Delivering a range of strategic, operational and ad hoc assignments in line with agreed priorities. 4.Developing subject matter expertise and providing professional advice on financial activities, standards, policies and best practice. 5.Ensuring the accuracy, integrity and quality of financial information used to support decision-making. 6.Building effective relationships and collaborating with colleagues across the Finance and Assurance Services Directorate and wider Agency. 7.Developing, maintaining and analysing cost models to support financial planning, forecasting and strategic decision-making. 8.Providing constructive challenge and support to stakeholders to promote sound financial management and value for money. For further information about the responsibilities, please see the attached candidate pack. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills set out in the Civil Service Line Management Standards. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.
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Business Analyst
Government Recruitment Service
£40,388 to £43,482 a year
TemporaryFull time
As part of the Forestry Commission (FC), Forest Services (FS) are the Government's forestry experts. We advise nationally and locally on how to unlock the full potential of woodlands and support the forestry sector to protect, improve and expand England's valuable woodland assets, ensuring they continue to provide benefits to people, the environment and the economy. The Business Transformation and Major Programmes teams within FS are responsible for driving transformational change and continual business improvement. They include teams of change and project management professionals alongside development teams of business analysis professionals headed by Development Managers. Business Analysts help identify improvements to business systems and processes, using evidence and analysis to identify those that will deliver the greatest benefits and value for money. They support the development of products and business change initiatives from inception through to delivery, working closely with project managers, change managers, technical specialists and business users. Examples of recent projects include: A module for our Grants Management System to support the management of customer claims against the England Woodland Creation Offer grant. A workspace developed using Microsoft Power Automate tools to support technical review, advice and approvals for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier capital project plans. A Customer Engagement Tracking capability for our Grants Management System. This position will require regular contact with or travel to Bristol. As a Business Analyst you will facilitate the delivery of changes and improvements to business systems and processes. Working in close collaboration with colleagues across FS, you will use evidence and analysis to understand user and business needs and develop and implement improvements in a holistic way. Your key work areas will vary depending on the project(s) you are assigned, but will generally consist of: Business Analysis and Requirements Management Working closely with colleagues to identify improvements to FS business processes, IT systems and services by: Employing a range of tools and techniques to gather business and user requirements against clearly defined project objectives. Employing a range of tools and techniques to map current ("As Is") and future ("To Be") business processes. Evaluating requirements against the current and target states, identifying what is required to bridge the gap. Working in partnership with technical colleagues to ensure business needs are translated into appropriate technical solutions. Ensuring solutions are delivered in accordance with recognised methodologies and standards (which may include Government Digital Service (GDS) standards where applicable). Identifying both quick wins and longer-term opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Undertaking ad hoc analysis requests from the business and recommending appropriate solutions. Testing and Quality Assurance Supporting the planning, coordination and execution of testing activities across projects, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Working with business users and delivery teams to define test scenarios, test cases and acceptance criteria. Supporting the identification, tracking and resolution of defects and issues. Helping ensure delivered solutions meet business requirements and are fit for purpose before implementation. Data Analysis and Reporting Undertaking basic data analysis to support business decision-making and service improvement. Producing reports, dashboards, metrics and management information to support project delivery and business performance monitoring. Interpreting and presenting data in a clear and accessible format for a range of stakeholders. Supporting benefits measurement and post-implementation evaluation activities where required. Stakeholder Engagement Liaising with key stakeholders across FC and the wider forestry sector. Representing the team at relevant groups, forums and networks. Supplier and Delivery Support Representing the Development Team at business and supplier meetings. Helping suppliers understand business priorities and supporting the resolution of performance or service issues as appropriate. Continuous Improvement and Professional Development Contributing to Development Team meetings and the continuous improvement of the Business Analysis profession within Forest Services. Taking responsibility for personal professional development. Promoting the value and benefits of business analysis best practice.
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Fraud Investigator
Government Recruitment Service - Dunfermline
£32,137 to £32,137 a year
PermanentFull time
Within the Counter Fraud, Compliance and Debt Directorate (CFCD), we work to reduce fraud, error, and debt, to protect the public purse. As a Fraud Investigator, you’ll be at the forefront of tackling fraud within the benefits system. You will manage cases throughout the investigation process, completing interviews under caution, gathering, reviewing and exhibiting evidence, preparing prosecution cases, and attending court to give evidence when required. We offer a role where you can learn, progress, and maintain a healthy work-life balance while making a real impact. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the scope of fraud investigations may vary depending on current business challenges. Key Responsibilities: As an Investigator you will, Request necessary evidence from designated sources using Authorised Officer powers. Collaborate with other departments and organisations such as Local Authorities, Police and HMRC within the framework of any existing partnership agreements. Research and gather information for investigations, ensuring it meets legal standards. Complete Requests for Information (RFIs) as needed. Record, retain, and review collected materials for criminal investigations for Disclosure purposes. Recommend next steps for action to Team Leaders for consideration. Conduct Interviews under Caution as per legal guidelines under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (England and Wales) and Common Law (Scotland). Prepare prosecution cases following Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and National File Standard guidance (England & Wales) and in line with Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Service guidance in (Scotland) Attend court and give evidence in criminal cases and appeal tribunals. Communicate confidently and professionally with internal staff and external agencies promoting fraud awareness.
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Lead Analyst
Government Recruitment Service
£56,582 to £63,384 a year
TemporaryFull time
The Sport and Culture Loans team is responsible for managing the legacies of two of DCMS’ largest and most high-profile support interventions during the pandemic: the Culture Recovery Fund and the Sport Survival Package. Managing these portfolios is an exciting and unique programme of work that has far-reaching impact to the department and its sectors. This team sits within the wider Visitor Economy, Heritage, Loans and Government Art Collection (VEHLAC) Directorate. In this role you will benefit from being embedded in the Loans team, as well as the VEHLAC analysis team - meaning you get to best of both policy and analysis worlds! This will bring the opportunity to lead a variety of analytical work, engaging with the analysts across the department from a range of professional backgrounds, as well as working closely with policy, commercial and finance officials. There will be regular opportunities to build relationships with Arm’s Length Bodies and external sector organisations, and engage with senior stakeholders. Everyone in the Loans and VEHLAC Analysis teams’ contribute to a great team spirit where we support each other, celebrate successes and encourage new ideas and different perspectives. This is in keeping with a strong collaborative culture across all of DCMS, and a strong emphasis on learning, development and wellbeing. Please note, this role is only available on a part time basis (0.6FTE maximum) unfortunately we would be unable to offer this role on a full time basis. As the successful candidate you will be the lead analyst steering the operational delivery and future strategy of the Sports and Culture Loans programme of work. This provides an exciting, and challenging, career step for an experienced analyst to make an impact on our country’s sports and culture sectors. Some of your key responsibilities will include: Leading the analytical portfolio of work for the Loans team, providing strategic direction and embedding evidence-based decision-making. Championing programme delivery through improved use of data including: implementing programme performance management frameworks and tools, developing effective and efficient data sharing routines with delivery partners, chairing reporting and analysis working groups, and presenting insights and recommendations to senior boards. Directing scenario modelling and future business cases to shape departmental outcomes. Building strategic partnerships with policy, finance, and commercial teams, alongside executive stakeholders across Arm’s Length Bodies and wider government. Being an influential leader across DCMS, including, upskilling colleagues in utilising data and analysis to tell a story, and the use of analytical tools and methods. Whilst being a member of, or being eligible to become a member of, a Government Analytical Profession is not essential, we do encourage applications from all government-badged analyst professionals. We will support the successful candidate in seeking their relevant profession badging at Grade 7 level, where appropriate and where possible, once in the role.
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Press Officer
Government Recruitment Service - Manchester
£41,750 to £44,250 a year
PermanentFull time
The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, 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. The Communications Directorate is a multi-disciplinary team delivering the Home Office’s communications strategy. We are insight-led and results-driven, and our marketing campaigns support strategic objectives using a wide range of channels. We seek to provide high quality media, rebuttal and social media services. Our Internal Communications team supports employee engagement and business transformation. Our work as Home Office communicators is never far from the front pages, making this a fast-paced and hugely exciting and creative team to join. Whether it’s helping to reduce dangerous boat crossings or making the UK’s streets safer, the Communications Directorate supports the government to deliver on its priorities. Led by audience insight, we help build awareness and drive behaviour change across our internal and external communication teams, including media, digital and marketing. At the centre of all this is the News desk. The role holders will be responsible for responding to media queries from journalists, liaising with all parts of the department to agree an approach, crafting the department’s response and shaping coverage. They will be responsible for alerting and providing analysis of news coverage as it breaks, identifying and rebutting inaccurate reporting and ensuring that the department’s position is reflected. Key Responsibilities Respond to enquiries from national, international, regional, consumer and digital media outlets to enhance and protect the reputation of the Department and Ministers. Ensure the Department’s position is accurately reported. Work closely with colleagues, including policy officials and operational teams, to advise on the role communications can play. Produce proactive communications plans to announce policies or successes. Provide a high quality proactive and reactive media relations service, including developing strong working relationships with key journalists, writing responses and press releases, monitoring media and taking the initiative to rebut inaccuracies. To be a committed member of the national media team and support colleagues working in other regions. Working Pattern Due to the business requirements of these roles, they are only available on a full-time basis. The roles will involve some weekend working. Successful candidates will be placed on a rota with colleagues which spans seven days a week – with five working days and two non-working days spread across the seven.
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Fraud Investigator
Government Recruitment Service - Aberdeen
£32,137 to £32,137 a year
PermanentFull time
Within the Counter Fraud, Compliance and Debt Directorate (CFCD), we work to reduce fraud, error, and debt, to protect the public purse. As a Fraud Investigator, you’ll be at the forefront of tackling fraud within the benefits system. You will manage cases throughout the investigation process, completing interviews under caution, gathering, reviewing and exhibiting evidence, preparing prosecution cases, and attending court to give evidence when required. We offer a role where you can learn, progress, and maintain a healthy work-life balance while making a real impact. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the scope of fraud investigations may vary depending on current business challenges. Key Responsibilities: As an Investigator you will, Request necessary evidence from designated sources using Authorised Officer powers. Collaborate with other departments and organisations such as Local Authorities, Police and HMRC within the framework of any existing partnership agreements. Research and gather information for investigations, ensuring it meets legal standards. Complete Requests for Information (RFIs) as needed. Record, retain, and review collected materials for criminal investigations for Disclosure purposes. Recommend next steps for action to Team Leaders for consideration. Conduct Interviews under Caution as per legal guidelines under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (England and Wales) and Common Law (Scotland). Prepare prosecution cases following Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and National File Standard guidance (England & Wales) and in line with Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Service guidance in (Scotland) Attend court and give evidence in criminal cases and appeal tribunals. Communicate confidently and professionally with internal staff and external agencies promoting fraud awareness.
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