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Salary
The national salary range is £68,967 - £78,842, London salary range is £73,115 - £83,585. Your salary will be dependent on your base location
Working Pattern
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working
Location
National
Region
National
Closing Date
13-Jan-2025
Post Type
Permanent
Civil Service Grade
Grade 6
Number of jobs available
1
Job ID
1479

Descriptions & requirements

Job description

Head of Criminal Justice System Data Development 

 

Location: National 

 

Closing Date: 13th January 2025 

Interviews: Week commencing 3rd February 2025 (this may be subject to change) 

 

Grade: G6 

(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer) 

 

Salary: London: £73,115 - £83,585; National: £68,967 - £78,842 

 

Working pattern: full-time, part-time, flexible working 

 

Contract Type: Perm  

 

*We offer a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote work and time spent in your local office. Office locations can be found ON THIS MAP 

The Role 

We are recruiting for a Head of Criminal Justice System Data Development at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) to join our Criminal Justice System (CJS) Data Improvement team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a warm, collaborative team focused on transforming how data is used across the CJS.

This role aligns against Data Analyst from the Government Digital and Data Framework 

 

About the Team 

The CJS Data Improvement team aims to improve how we use data across the CJS. In the short-term, we will do this by developing innovative new cross-system tools and projects alongside foundational activities that improve data standards, data sharing and data literacy. Long term, we’ll work with stakeholders to shape the future strategy for CJS data. 

Why This Programme is a Great Opportunity 

·        Strong support from all levels of government to improve how data is linked, shared, and accessed across the CJS. 

·        Great potential for using cross-CJS data to improve our collective understanding of the system and to drive better decision-making. Our team leads this change, delivering impactful data projects across the system. 

·        High impact: The programme aims to transform decision-making with groundbreaking projects, like the development of a linked cross-CJS dataset that will reshape understanding and influence decisions. 

·        Cross-government collaboration: You’ll work closely with stakeholders across CJS, including the Police, Home Office, Crown Prosecution Service, Treasury, Number 10, Cabinet Office, and MoJ partners like HMCTS and HMPPS. Your work will cross department boundaries and will provide excellent opportunity to lead on working jointly with stakeholders to deliver programme aims.   

 

This role will lead a fast-growing team, scoping, designing, and delivering projects that improve how data is shared, linked, managed, and used across the CJS. You’ll drive early value through short- and medium-term projects that make a tangible impact. 

Key Responsibilities: 

As the Head of Data Development, you will lead your team within the MoJ and collaborate with key stakeholders across the CJS to drive impactful data initiatives. This is an opportunity to influence the future of CJS data and gain unique insight into partner organisations. 

 

As Head of Data Development, you will: 

·        Lead the development of the cross-CJS dataset, collaborating with data scientists, policy experts, and data protection teams. 

·        Manage data projects supporting national and local performance tools. 

·        Drive the implementation of a data sharing and linking strategy across the CJS. 

·        Oversee scoping and design of new data literacy initiatives. 

·        Ensure alignment of MoJ work with programme objectives. 

·        Produce briefings and presentations for senior CJS audiences. 

·        Engage and maintain relationships with cross-government stakeholders. 

·        Line manage two G7 teams and eventually a team of seven, focusing on their development. 

·        Collaborate with wider business areas to set the strategic direction for CJS data. 

·        Contribute to the long-term strategic vision for CJS data with the Grade 6 for programme strategy. 

 

If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! 

Benefits 

·        37 hours per week and flexible working options including working from home, working part-time, job sharing, or working compressed hours. 

·        A £1k per person learning budget is in place to support all our people, with access to best in class conferences and seminars, accreditation with professional bodies, fully funded vocational programmes and e-learning platforms  

·        Staff have 10% time to dedicate to develop & grow 

·        Generous civil service pension based on defined benefit scheme, with employer contributions of 28.97% from April 1st 2024 (Contribution Rates) 

·        25 days leave (plus bank holidays) and 1 privilege day usually taken around the Kings’ birthday. 5 additional days of leave once you have reached 5 years of service. 

·        Compassionate maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies, with up to 26 weeks leave at full pay, 13 weeks with partial pay, and 13 weeks further leave. And maternity support/paternity leave at full pay for 2 weeks, too! 

·        Wellbeing support including access to the Calm app.  

·        Bike loans up to £2500 and secure bike parking (subject to availability and location) 

·        Season ticket loans, childcare vouchers and eye-care vouchers. 

·        5 days volunteering paid leave. 

·        Free membership to BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. 

·        Some offices may have a subsidised onsite Gym. 

Person Specification 

 

Essential 

 

·        Ability to inspire and lead teams, with credibility when presenting to senior leaders and ministers. 

·        Experience influencing the strategic direction of work, ideally in data and technology. 

·        Skilled in building relationships across government, managing diverse stakeholders, and influencing delivery across organisations. 

·        Experience working with technical teams, acting as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

·        Ability to identify new areas of work, drive progress, and align initiatives with broader objectives. 

·        Strong analytical skills, with the ability to address technical challenges and contribute to innovative solutions. 

Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance. 

 

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 D&I Strategy. 

How to Apply 

 

Candidates must submit an anonymised CV and Statement of Suitability (max. 750 words), which describes how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification above. 

 

We are recruiting using a combination of the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability and Success Profiles Frameworks. We will assess your Experience and the following Behaviours during the assessment process: 

 

·        Leadership 

·        Communicating and Influencing  

·        Working Together  

·        Seeing the Bigger Picture 

 

A diverse panel will review your application against the Person Specification above.  

 

Successful candidates who meet the required standard will then be invited to a 1-hour panel interview held via video conference. Candidates shortlisted may be required to prepare and deliver a short presentation. More information will be provided to candidates shortlisted for interview.  

 

Should we receive a high volume of applications, a pre-sift based on strong analytical skills, with the ability to address technical challenges and contribute to innovative solutions will be conducted before the sift. 

 

Should you be unsuccessful in the role that you have applied for but demonstrate the capability for a role at a lower level, we reserve the right to discuss this opportunity with you and offer you the position without needing a further application. 

 

A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months, from which further appointments may be made. 

Terms & Conditions 

Please review our Terms & Conditions which set out how we recruit and provide further information related to the role and salary arrangements. 

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact recruitment@digital.justice.gov.uk  

Additional Information

If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com 

Please quote the job reference 1479


Working Arrangements & Further Information

The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity.

Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone’s circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review.

For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre-employment checks.

Some of MoJ’s terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made.

MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer.

All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet.

Flexible working hours

The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy.

Benefits

The MoJ offers a range of benefits:

Annual Leave

Annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years’ service.

There is also a scheme to allow qualifying staff to buy or sell up to three days leave each year. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

Pension

The Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best.

Training

The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.

Networks

The opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. There are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees.

Support

  • A range of ‘Family Friendly’ policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.
  • Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.
  • For moves to or from another employer or moves across the Civil Service this can have implications on your eligibility to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. You may however be eligible for alternative government childcare support schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. More information can be found on www.GOV.UK or Childcare Choices. You can determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
  • Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
  • Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.

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. Should you feel that the recruitment process has breached the recruitment principles you are able to raise a formal complaint in the following order

As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. MoJ are able to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns.

For more information on applying for a role as a candidate with a disability or long-term condition, please see our Disability Confident Scheme Frequently Asked Questions webpage.

You will be able to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process within the application form. If you need additional help completing the application form, please contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team.

Diversity & 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.

Contact Information

If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5359 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com 

Please quote the job reference 1479

Application form stage assessments

Statement of Suitability
Guidance for the Statement of Suitability
Candidates must submit an anonymised CV and Statement of Suitability (max. 750 words), which describes how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification above.
Evidence of Experience
CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability

Interview stage assessments

Behaviours
Leadership
Communicating and Influencing
Working Together
Seeing the Big Picture
Technical
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to address technical challenges and contribute to innovative solutions.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (Al)
You must ensure that any evidence submitted as part of your application, including your CV, statement of suitability and behaviour examples, are truthful and factually accurate. Please note that plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.

Other Assessments

Which assessment methods will be used?
Presentation