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Do you want to be at the heart of real Defence issues and play a key role in the United Kingdoms (UK) national security?
Established in April 2016, the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO) delivers nuclear capability to deter threats and protect our nation.
The DNO oversees all defence nuclear business (excluding operations) and is responsible for providing nuclear deterrence; sponsoring the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (all the organisations, programmes and people that sustain the UKs nuclear deterrent); and advising on UK nuclear policy, planning and international co-operation on nuclear matters.
The UKs independent nuclear deterrent has existed for over 60 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, and that of our NATO Allies. To ensure that we have a credible and capable nuclear deterrent for as long as the security situation requires, we are building four new nuclear armed submarines known as the Dreadnought Class and replacing our nuclear warheads. These renewal programmes will utilise world-leading technology and are a showcase in science and engineering, highlighting the prowess of British industry.
Here at DNO we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also essential for a thriving and successful organisation. We know that diverse teams bring a wide range of perspectives, experiences and ideas, which lead to better decision-making, creativity and innovation. We have a culture where differences are celebrated and our people feel supported, included and empowered. Join us and be part of an organisation that truly values diversity and inclusion and makes a positive impact on the world.
We are looking for talented and motivated finance professionals to fulfil finance business partner roles to support the growing Defence Nuclear Finance Team. In order to be successful in the roles, you will have extensive experience in providing a finance business partnering service to senior officials and budget holders, management accounting and/or strategic finance experience. You should be able to proactively create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation.
You will be motivated by identifying connections and reaching out to bring people together. Forming part of the Defence Nuclear senior finance team, you will support the leadership of the DNO finance function responsible for finance staff across our three locations (London, Bristol and Aldermaston).
The positions are advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
Please refer to candidate information pack.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this post but will need regular workplace attendance due to security constraints. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before submitting an application.
Person specification
Responsibilities: Please refer to candidate information pack.
Required: Qualified Level 4 AAT or Certificate level CCAB/CIMA
Desirable: Qualified with CCAB, CIMA or equivalent or working towards qualification. If you are not yet qualified. Please provide details in your Personal statement of where you are in your studies and your plan to gain your qualification.
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Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
- Seeing the Big Picture
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
Benefits
£15,570 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
The post does not offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Any move to MOD from 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. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
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Selection process details
Candidates can apply online via the Civil Service Jobs website by completing the application form before the deadline shown. Apply using the Civil Service Jobs apply button, filling in all required details in all sections. Using the Success Profiles link for information on format and style, ensure you provide evidence for all Behaviours and Experience sections requested in the appropriate competency style.
At Application:Candidates will be required to provide the following:
- Up-to-date CV listing full qualifications, relevant job history and previous skills/experience.
- Personal Statement (500 words) explaining why you are interested in the role and how your skills and previous experience make you a good fit based on the job description.
- The Candidate is also requested to provide 250 word written examples to demonstrate Leadership, Communicating and Influencing and Making Effective Decisions behaviours.
If a large number of applications are received then the initial sift will be based on the Leadership Behaviour, CV and the Personal Statement. However, evidence should be provided against all behaviours requested.
At Interview: Candidates will be required to demonstrate the following behaviours:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
- Seeing the Big Picture
Candidates will be required to give a short presentation at interview. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates in advance of the interviews.
Candidates who are found to meet an acceptable standard at interview but are not successful in one of the advertised posts may be considered for similar roles within the Business Unit.
Nationality Requirements – Further Information for Candidates
- This post is classed as Reserved as per Civil Service Nationality RulesSection 3. In accordance with these rules, only UK nationals may be employed in reserved posts in the Civil Service1 (Paragraph. 3.1).
UK National Definition
- The definition of a UK National can be found at Paragraphs. 1.4-1.8 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules.
Dual Nationals
- As per Paragraph. 1.41 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules:
- Candidates with dual nationality are in principle eligible for employment in the
Civil Service provided that they meet the requirements in relation to one of their nationalities [i.e. UK National]. They may not be eligible, however, for employment in certain reserved posts where additional nationality requirements are imposed.
Additional Restrictions for Reserved Posts
- As per Paragraphs. 3.10-3.11 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules:
- departments and agencies are entitled to impose additional
requirements in reserved posts if this is considered necessary. This could include, for example, requirements as to the residency of the applicant or the nationality of one or both parents of the applicant.
- If you are a Dual National who possesses UK Nationality and wish to check your eligibility for the post, please contact our recruiting team at the details below. Please be advised that we will not be able to provide a justification for our decision for security reasons.
DNO External Recruitment
DNO-ExternalRecruiting@mod.gov.uk
Irish nationals and Commonwealth citizens are also eligible for employment in reserved posts if they were in the Civil Service at 31 May 1996 or before, or were appointed from a recruitment scheme with a closing date for receipt of applications before 1 June 1996. (Paragraph. 3.1)
You will also be expected to achieve Developed Vetting clearance, above the normal clearance level expected for the MoD.
No application can be accepted after the closing date.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.
The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Job contact :
- Name : DNO External Recruiting Team
- Email : DNO-ExternalRecruiting@mod.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
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