Role title:

Governance and Policy Manager

Team/Directorate:

Strategy, Governance and Change team/Judicial College

Overview of the Judicial Office

This is standardised wording and cannot be amended.

The Judicial Office (JO) reports to, and is accountable, to the Lady Chief Justice (LCJ). It was established in 2006 to provide support to the LCJ and to the wider judiciary in upholding the rule of law and in delivering justice impartially, speedily and efficiently, following the Constitutional Reform Act 2005.

In addition, we support, and are accountable to, the Senior President of Tribunals, whose responsibilities extend to Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The JO is an interesting and unique place to work. Everything we do is in support of upholding the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. We work closely with HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and others across Government as well as with the legal professions.

We are an Arm’s Length Body sponsored by the Ministry of Justice. This creates an interesting and complex environment in which to work where we agree our priorities with the senior judiciary and receive our funding to deliver them from the Ministry of Justice. The Judicial Office has been through a period of significant growth resulting from an expansion of our remit and responsibilities.

Overview of the team

The Judicial College provides training courses and guidance for 24,000 judicial office holders on behalf of the Lady Chief Justice, Senior President of Tribunals and Chief Coroner. Its vision is to be a world leader in judicial education. This is an exciting time to join the College as it continues to deliver, develop and enhance the training programme at a time of change across the justice system.

The successful candidate will join the strategy, governance and change team - a central, cross-cutting team that sits at the heart of the College and provides direct support to three leadership judges. This includes leading on priority projects and policy work on their behalf, managing the College’s governance and coordinating our public facing engagement.

Hybrid Working Requirement

This is standardised wording and cannot be amended.

This position is eligible for hybrid working (current minimum requirement for time spent at base location is 60%, which is subject to business requirements).

Summary of the role

The successful candidate will provide direct support to one of our three judicial Directors of Training (DoTs).

The post-holder will contribute to policy development and projects, respond to enquiries and maintain effective relationships across internal and external stakeholders. They will manage committee business, prepare briefings and reports, advise on emerging issues, support stakeholder engagement, and help progress College priorities. The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities at pace with the support of the team.

The team operates across three main sites, and this role may be based at any of the following locations: Leeds, London or Loughborough.

This is a full-time position, but we will consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements such as job shares and other arrangements where business need allows.

Responsibilities,

Activities & Duties:

The main responsibilities of the post include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the Director of Training (DoT) across a broad portfolio covering Crime and Magistrates;

• Advising the DoT on emerging issues and briefing them in preparation for a variety of internal and external engagements;

• Staying abreast of College activities and assisting the DoT in advancing the College’s priorities;

• Leading on or contributing to policy development and discrete projects that support the Judicial College’s strategic objectives as required;

• Drafting reports, briefings and papers as required;

• Providing secretariat support to the Wales Training Committee;

• Managing sensitive, high-profile and time-critical enquiries;

• Working flexibly across competing priorities, often at pace, while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and sound judgement.

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

• Excellent organisational skills and responsivity, with the ability to understand and prioritise competing requirements.

• Ability to quickly build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

• Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive, confidential or high-profile information.

• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail.

Desirable Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Experience of supporting governance, committees or formal meetings, including preparing papers, minutes and action logs.

Behaviours (for Recruitment/Success Profiles):

• Changing and Improving (lead)

• Managing a Quality Service

• Working Together

• Delivering at Pace

Assessment process at application

This vacancy is using Success Profiles.

You are asked to provide a statement of suitability (max. 500 words) and two behaviour examples on changing and improving and managing a quality service (max. 250 words each). Your statement of suitability should set out your interest in the role and how you meet the essential criteria. Applications may be sifted on the lead behaviour - changing and improving - if a large number are received.

Assessment process at interview

During the panel interview, candidates will be asked behaviour-based questions (using the four behaviours listed below) to assess your skills, experience and capabilities.

The behaviours to be tested at interview are:

• Changing and Improving

• Managing a Quality Service

• Working Together

• Delivering at Pace

Candidates will also be asked strength-based questions to explore what you enjoy and your motivations relevant to the job role.

Interviews will be held remotely, via MS Teams.

Interview dates will be confirmed with candidates in due course.

Security clearance required:

Select one of the below.

(this will be determined by the location)

• DBS

• CTC

• SC

• DV

Please note:

Central Government policy dictates that applicants for National Security Clearance must be a resident in the UK for these minimum periods:

• CTC - 3 years

• SC - 5 years

• DV - 10 years

CTC