Deputy Director for Finance and Operations - NIO

Details Reference number 438554 Salary £81,000 - £117,800 The salary for this role is set within the MoJ SCS PB1 range (£81,000 - £117,800). It is expected that successful applicants will be appointed at the band minimum of £81,000 A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade SCS Pay Band 1 Contract type Fixed term Length of employment This role is offered on a two year-loan or secondment with the option to extend for a third year. For external candidates, this will be a fixed-term appointment. For existing civil servants this will be via a loan or detached duty. Type of role Senior leadershipOther Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 ContentsLocationAbout the jobBenefitsThings you need to knowApply and further information Location This position can be based at the following locations: Northern Ireland CTS (MOJ), BT1 3LA, Northern Ireland Office London, SW1A 2HQ About the job Job summaryThis position can be based at the following locations:Northern Ireland CTS (MOJ), BT1 3LA, Northern Ireland Office London, SW1A 2HQJob Description The roleAs Deputy Director for Finance and Operations, you will perform a vital role within the department, leading teams across the Corporate Operations Group (COG), working closely with the other Deputy Director for the groupAs the senior finance professional for the department, you will be a trusted partner supporting the Permanent Secretary in their role as Principal Accounting Officer. You will set the financial strategy for the coming years following the recent Spending Review conclusion, ensuring the department makes best use of available resources to deliver the Governments priorities.You will also oversee the IT, Estates, and Corporate Security functions, ensuring appropriate infrastructure, efficient workspace management, and security procedures are in place. Furthermore, you will oversee the Knowledge and Information Management team, ensuring the department is managing its records appropriately, responding to Freedom of Information requests promptly and complying with other regulations. This team is also responsible for the Google services used by the department, including the embedding of AI.We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our dynamic team. This is a crucial leadership role, requiring an individual who can operate at a strategic level and drive financial and operations excellence across the organisation. We are looking for a candidate who possesses a strong background in finance as well as broad leadership, communication and change skills. The role would suit someone seeking to develop the necessary skills for future Chief Operating Officer roles.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Permanent Secretary in their role as Principal Accounting Officer, providing strong leadership for financial management, planning and partnering across the Department.Lead on financial planning and strategy, ensuring appropriate and robust forecasts are established to enable effective delivery of the departments priorities as agreed at the recent Spending Review and driving forward efficiency commitments.Be an integral part of the organisation's senior management team, forging strong relationships with strategy, policy and operational teams across the organisation ensuring the financial strategy and plans are fully aligned to the organisations broader strategy and priorities.Attend the Departmental Management Board, Executive Committee and Audit & Risk Assurance Committee meetings, providing financial reporting, analysis and insight on key issues.Lead work on Fiscal Events and lead and manage the relationship with HM Treasury as well as overarching financial advice to Ministers on handling HMT commissions.Responsible for Departmental compliance with technical accounting and Government standards and overseeing the production of the Annual Report and AccountsOversight of the IT, estates, security and Knowledge & Information Management teams.With the other COG Deputy Director, oversee the implementation of new technology and capabilities, including the use of AI tools.In partnership with the other COG Deputy Director, continue to develop and mature the corporate capabilities to support delivery of the departments priorities and meet its legislative and regulatory responsibilities. Person specificationAboutWe encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about how we do this visit: Diversity & InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.Please view our candidate information pack for full details about the role, key responsibilities person specification, and the criteria you will be assessed against throughout the recruitment process. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, and feel that you meet the criteria, we would welcome your application.Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Seeing the Big PictureCommunicating and InfluencingMaking Effective DecisionsChanging and ImprovingBenefits Alongside your salary of £81,000, Northern Ireland Office contributes £23,465 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Access to learning and developmentA working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balanceA working culture which encourages inclusion and diversityA Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%Annual LeavePublic HolidaysSeason Ticket AdvanceFor more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page.Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. For full details of the Selection Process and Recruitment Timeline, please view the Candidate Information pack.Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirementsThis Job Is Broadly Open To The Following GroupsUK nationalsnationals of the Republic of Irelandnationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKnationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We Recruit By Merit On The Basis Of Fair And Open Competition, As Outlined In The Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles . The Civil Service Embraces Diversity And Promotes Equal Opportunities. As Such, We Run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) For Candidates With Disabilities Who Meet The Minimum Selection Criteria. Diversity And Inclusion The Civil Service Is Committed To Attract, Retain And Invest In Talent Wherever It Is Found. To Learn More Please See The Civil Service People Plan And The Civil Service Diversity And Inclusion Strategy . Apply And Further Information This Vacancy Is Part Of The Great Place To Work For Veterans Initiative. Once This Job Has Closed, The Job Advert Will No Longer Be Available. You May Want To Save a Copy For Your Records. Contact Point For Applicants Job ContactName : SCS Recruitment TeamEmail : Recruitment teamEmail : Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. 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