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Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
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Senior Executive Officer
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Knowledge and Information Management
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About HM Treasury
If youre interested in making a difference to peoples lives, the Treasury can offer you an exciting opportunity to influence decision making that affects the whole of the UK. Working at the heart of government, we collaborate across government to promote responsible public spending and drive strong and sustainable economic growth.
Our work ranges from protecting customers through the regulation of the financial sector, helping to reduce carbon emissions and creating a greener economy, to promoting British trade around the world and supporting people across the country on jobs, growth and more.
HM Treasury is proud of a diverse and inclusive work environment, committed to fairness and the promotion of equality of opportunity for all. We know that having a range of experiences, ways of working and thinking makes us stronger and better at developing policy that reflects the needs of every community. We embrace different views and experiences and value the new perspective that people from a variety of circumstances bring to the work we do. We welcome applications from candidates who have not previously worked for the Civil Service, mid- and late-career changers with transferrable skills, people from all backgrounds and circumstances regardless of disability, gender, age ethnicity, LGBT+ identity and socio-economic status.
We are part of the Darlington Economic Campus, a pioneering new cross-government hub which brings people together to play an active role in the most important issues of the day whilst working closer to the communities we serve. The campus provides the opportunity for people from all over the UK to help shape the future of the country, and our flexible working practices ensure you can collaborate effectively with our partners. Its central government, made more accessible to you!
Job description
About the Group
The Corporate Centre Group delivers a wide range of corporate services to enable people at HM Treasury and many of the other organisations who form part of the Treasury Group (including the Government Internal Audit Agency and the Debt Management Office) to operate effectively and efficiently. We are a diverse group, both in terms of our professions and in our ways of working. Our colleagues are based across 3 sites in London, Darlington and Norwich.
The Corporate Centre Group consists of a range of teams and is led by two directors (one of Finance and one of Operations);
Correspondence and Information Rights
Finance & Commercial
People & Capability
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Treasury Business Solutions
Multisite Darlington Economic Campus team
Exchequer Funds & Accounts team
About the Team
The Correspondence and Information Rights Team (CIRT) consists of:
- The Information Rights Unit (IRU) which deals with requests for recorded information under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) and UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). This is split into an FOI/EIR unit and a DPA unit.
- The Correspondence and Enquiries Unit (CEU), who handle correspondence from the public and Members of Parliament (MPs).
- The Projects and Change Team (P&C) who lead on our change and improvement plans, manage our case management system and provide day to day MI reporting in relation to FOIs and correspondence received within the Treasury.
Were a friendly team based across London, Norwich and Darlington and we welcome people from different ages, experiences and backgrounds.
About the Job
The Information Rights Case Adviser position is an exciting role that offers the post-holder the chance to work with every team across Treasury. The Treasury sits at the heart of government policy-making and receives a wide range of interesting and often complex requests. The Information Rights Unit (IRU) is responsible for managing those requests and for ensuring that the Department follows the statutory requirements of the various Information Rights regimes. We work closely with policy teams on responses and provide handling advice for all FOIA and EIR requests to the Treasury.
The post-holder will develop an insight into many areas throughout Treasury, as well as understanding the Treasury as a business. They will gain an in-depth understanding of two of the three legal regimes that cover the management of the Treasurys information the Freedom of Information Act and the Environmental Information Regulations, and will represent the Department by engaging with Other Government Departments, the public and the Information Commissioners Office.
Key Accountabilities for an Information Rights Case Adviser, you will:
1. Have or will develop a solid working knowledge of the FOI Act and the Environmental Information Regulations and be willing to undertake training.
2. Handle own casework by ensuring policy officials engage fully with the IRU and the legislation and adhere to strict statutory deadlines.
3. Represent IRU across the Department to advise our Treasury colleagues on the requirements of the legislation, providing training and guidance as appropriate.
4. Suggest and deliver solutions for the appropriate handling of sensitive information through discussion with key partners to provide responses in accordance with the legislation.
5. Engage with external partners including bodies associated with the Treasury, to share relevant knowledge and information.
6. Review case handling at the internal review stage to assess whether responses were correct and in accordance with our obligations.
7. Help to draft responses on Information Commissioner complaint cases to strict deadlines.
8. Deliver awareness sessions on the information regimes across the department.
9. Promote good practice to ensure HMT is compliant with the legislation, including strong information and records management.
10. Work on continuous improvement and be willing to develop an understanding of data and how analysis can drive up performance.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience of information disclosure issues, including experience of handling requests under the Freedom of Information Act and the Environmental Information Regulations, although training can be given.
Candidate Drop-In Session
We will be running a candidate drop-in session for this role to give you greater insight about the role as well as the chance to learn more about HM Treasury and the recruitment process. If you would like to join us, then use the appropriate link below to join the call at the right time.
24th October 2023 16:00 17:00hrs Click here to join the meeting
If you would like to speak to the hiring manager informally prior to the closing date for applications to find out more about the job, please contact Karen Cunningham Karen.Cunningham@hmtreasury.gov.uk
Person specification
We are looking for the below skills, experience and behaviours and we will ask you to demonstrate these in your application form. Please review the Candidate FAQ document that is attached to the advert for guidance on how to complete your application form.
You will be assessed on the following criteria:
- Experience of independent decision-making that arrives at solutions based on sound analysis (Making effective decisions)
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a variety of stakeholders, often of a higher grade, in order to build and maintain positive and effective relationships. (communicating and influencing)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and manage a busy workload to meet deadlines and targets (Delivering at pace)
The lead criterion is: Making effective decisions
If we receive large volumes of applications, we will conduct an initial sift on the lead criterion only.
Candidate Guidance Support Session
We will be running an overview of Success Profiles and the STAR approach; top tips for the application and interview process and an opportunity to ask general questions around our recruitment practices. If you would like to join us, then use the link below to join the call at the right time.
Friday, October 13, 12:30 Click here to join the meeting
Thursday, October 19, 12:00 Click here to join the meeting
At interview stage, you will be assessed on the below criteria:
- Strengths
Behaviours:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
Benefits
£8,562 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
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25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 public holidays and the King’s birthday (unless you have a legacy arrangement as an existing Civil Servant)
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Flexible working patterns (part-time, job-share, condensed hours)
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Generous parental and adoption leave package
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Onsite restaurant and coffee bar. The London office also offers a gym, showers and prayer room
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Access to a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme, season ticket advances and payroll giving
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Access to a retail discounts and cashback site
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A Rental Deposit Advance Scheme to help meet the total costs of deposits for privately rented homes
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A range of active staff networks, based around interests (e.g. analysts, music society, sports and social club) and diversity (e.g. women in the Treasury, ethnic minority network, LGBT* network, faith and belief network).
Flexible working arrangements: HM Treasury views flexible working as essential in enabling us to recruit and retain talented people, ensuring that they are able to enjoy a long-lasting career with us. All employees have the right to apply for flexible working and there are a range of options available including; working from home, compressed hours and job sharing.
HM Treasury operates an office based working approach across all Treasury sites – Darlington, London, and Norwich, with the expectation of achieving 50% attendance in the office as a minimum requirement, along with the flexibility of working remotely. This blended working approach allows you to work collaboratively, meet stakeholders face to face, support others and promotes a healthy work life balance (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyones circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. All our offices have been recently modernised and designed to collaborate and connect with colleagues as well as desk and quiet space to allow a range of ways to work.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
Range D
HM Treasury currently operate a merged grade at Range D, combining the Civil Service Higher Executive Officer (HEO) and Senior Executive Officer (SEO). HM Treasury are in the process of evaluating all Range D roles to define them in line with the HEO and SEO standards so that we align with other departments. Existing HEOs/SEOs that are successful through this campaign will retain their grade on transfer, but their role may be subject to evaluation.
Recruitment Timeline
Closing date: 29th October 2023
Shortlisting: 30th October 2023
Interviews: 6th / 13th November 2023
This timeline is indicative and may be subject to change. We will inform you if there is a substantial change to the recruitment timeline.
If your contact details change at any time during the selection process, please ensure you update your Civil Service Jobs Profile.
Eligibility Statement
A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role in the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Checks will be performed as part of pre-employment checks in line with this. Please refer to the Candidate FAQ document attached to the advert for more information.
Individuals appointed to the Treasury Group will be subject to National Security Vetting. To allow for meaningful checks to be carried out applicants will normally need to have lived in the UK for at least 3 out of the past 5 years. A lack of UK residency in itself is not always a bar to security clearance but the Department will need to consider eligibility on a case by case basis using all information that can be obtained following a successful application.
Everyone working with government assets must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.
For many roles, security clearance is also required. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements of the role before they can be appointed. The level of security clearance required for this role is Security Check (SC)
Please read the Vetting Charter for information on what to expect during the vetting process and what will be expected from you.
Many areas of your life may be explored during your vetting journey, and it is important that every individual, regardless of their background and experiences, should feel comfortable going through this personal process, whilst having confidence that it is fair, proportionate, and inclusive.
These short videos address common concerns and preconceptions which applicants may have about national security vetting.
If you have questions relating to security clearances, please contact HMTSecurityVetting@hmtreasury.gov.uk
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Karen Cunningham ( Head of Information Rights – FOI and EIR )
- Email : Karen.Cunningham@hmtreasury.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : hrrecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk
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