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Chief Product Officer: Cross-Justice,
Victims & Vulnerability
Ministry of Justice
SCS Pay Band 2
Closing Date: 23:55 6th September 2026
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About the Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice is at the
and complex portfolio, our priorities focus
on delivering better outcomes for the public
centre of the justice system, with
through three core strategic aims:
responsibility for services that
• Protecting the public and reducing
are fundamental to public
reoffending by strengthening prison,
confidence, the rule of law and
probation and youth justice services so
that punishment is effective,
the effective functioning of
rehabilitation is credible and
society. We lead work that
communities are safer.
As a major ministerial department, the
protects the public, supports
Ministry of Justice works to protect and
• Delivering swifter and more effective
victims, safeguards rights and
advance the principles of justice. Our
justice for victims and court users
ambition is to deliver a modern, high-
through modern, efficient and resilient
enables individuals, families,
performing justice system that commands
courts and tribunals services.
communities and businesses to
confidence, responds to changing demands
• Upholding the rule of law and sustaining
access justice fairly and
and works for everyone in society.
a justice system that is accessible, fair
efficiently.
The department’s work has profound
and outward-looking, while supporting
national significance. It helps keep people
world-leading legal services and wider
safe, underpins fairness and due process,
economic growth.
protects individual rights and supports the
confidence on which economic activity and
For further information about the Ministry of
social stability depend. Across this broad
Justice please visit: About us - Ministry of
Justice - GOV.UK
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Welcome to Service Transformation Group
“Thank you for your
This is an exceptional opportunity to play a
You will define the long-term product
leading role in one of the most ambitious
strategy, safeguard the continuity and
interest in this exciting
digital and technology transformations in
resilience of statutory services, leading
senior leadership role as
government, helping to modernise justice
recovery and modernisation of complex
services across one of Whitehall’s largest
legacy technology. You will also provide
the MoJ’s Chief Product
and most complex departments.
authoritative advice and assurance to
Officer."
Ministers and senior leaders, ensuring that
At the Ministry of Justice, we serve millions
significant investment delivers
of people every year, often during the most
demonstrable value for users and the
difficult moments in their lives. Our mission
department.
is to make services smarter, faster, and
more human, underpinned by secure,
This role will lead the digital services and
scalable and modern technology.
product roadmap of a broad and
operationally critical portfolio, including
As Chief Product Officer for Cross-Justice,
victims and vulnerability, corporate
Victims and Vulnerability within Justice
services, the Office of the Public Guardian,
Digital, Data and Science you’ll be at the
the Criminal Injuries Compensation
heart of this transformation. You will help
Authority and services delivered through a
shape the future of justice services by
wide range of arm’s-length bodies. As
establishing a product-led organisation
accountability is consolidated, the portfolio
focused on solving user problems,
is expected to expand further.
accelerating delivery and achieving
measurable outcomes.
A central priority will be to build and embed
a modern product operating model -
moving the organisation from project-based
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delivery towards enduring, multidisciplinary
Best wishes,
teams with clear ownership of products,
user needs and outcomes. Working in a
Mark Thompson
matrix with technology, engineering, data
Chief Digital Information Officer
and AI leaders, you will bring together
fragmented capabilities and establish the
culture, governance and accountability
required to deliver at greater pace.
This is one of the most challenging and
meaningful digital leadership roles in the
Civil Service.
It demands an entrepreneurial mindset,
strong product and organisational
leadership, and the credibility to lead large-
scale change in a complex and highly
governed environment. In return, it offers
the opportunity to build a product
organisation from the ground up and make
a lasting difference to services of profound
importance to society.
If you’re inspired by the opportunity to
transform how justice services are
designed, delivered and continuously
improved, we look forward to receiving your
application.
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The Role
Job Title
Chief Product Officer: Cross-Justice,
Contract Type
Victims and Vulnerability
Salary
This role is offered on a permanent basis.
Location
The salary for this role falls within the Civil
This role has an expected minimum
Service SCS Pay Band 2 pay range
National
assignment duration of three years,
(£105,000 - 162,500).
reflecting the deliverables identified. This is
All successful candidates will be appointed
an expectation rather than a contractual
to the nearest viable office to their home
Existing Civil Servants will be appointed on
requirement and does not form part of your
postcode. This will be at either an MoJ
level transfer or promotion in line with Civil
terms and conditions.
Head Quarters building (subject to desk
Service pay arrangements. On promotion,
allocation), a Justice Collaboration Centre
salary will increase either to the minimum
If applying as job share partners, please
(JCC) or Justice Satellite Office (JSO) -
of the SCS Pay Band 2 range or by up to
review the guidance here; hub page | Civil
See Map .
10% of current basic salary, excluding
Service Careers (civil-service-
allowances, whichever is greater.
careers.gov.uk)
All employees will be expected to spend a
Candidates appointed on level transfer will
minimum of 60% of their working time in an
retain their existing basic salary, excluding
office (subject to local estate capacity). The
Security Clearance
MoJ is working to open more Justice
allowances.
Collaboration Centres and Justice Satellite
Successful candidates will be required to
Offices over time.
obtain SC level clearance. United Kingdom
Security Vetting - GOV.UK
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The Role
and research for some of the Ministry of
and capabilities transition into the
Justice’s most operationally critical
organisation over time. The role holder will
Following a redesign of the Digital, Data
services, supporting victims, vulnerable
be accountable for an annual budget of
and Technology leadership team, the
users and central justice functions.
£31.5 million which will increase as
Ministry of Justice is creating a new Chief
responsibility expands.
Product Officer role to lead a significant
The role is responsible for defining the
part of its digital transformation.
long-term product strategy, ensuring
resilience of statutory services, leading
Historically, responsibility for digital delivery
recovery and modernisation of legacy
Key Responsibilities
sat within a broader portfolio. As the
technology, and providing strategic advice
organisation evolves towards a product
Reporting to the Chief Digital & Information
to Ministers and senior leaders. The
operating model, leadership responsibilities
Officer, you will be accountable for:
postholder will lead large multidisciplinary
have been reshaped into three distinct
teams and ensure investment delivers
areas:
• Defining and leading the long-term
measurable user, operational and
digital product strategy aligned to
• HMPPS Digital
departmental outcomes.
business priorities and user needs.
• Legal Aid Transformation
This role will lead the digital services and
•
product roadmap for victims and
Ensuring continuity and resilience of
• Cross-Justice, Victims and
vulnerability, including for the Office of the
digital services.
Vulnerability
Public Guardian and the Criminal Injuries
• Leading recovery,
This new role will lead the latter, building a
and Compensation Authority. It will also
stabilisation and modernisation of
product-led organisation responsible for
build and embed a modern product
complex legacy estates.
central justice services, victims and
operating model, strengthening ownership,
vulnerability, corporate services and an
accountability and delivery across the
• Providing authoritative advice and
expanding portfolio of cross-department
portfolio and relevant arm’s-length bodies.
assurance to Ministers,
digital capability.
The role initially leads an organisation of
senior officials and Parliament.
The Chief Product Officer (SCS2) provides
approximately 220 FTE, with responsibility
strategic leadership across product, design
expected to expand to more than 500
colleagues as additional digital services
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• Leading large multidisciplinary
product, design and research
teams.
• Overseeing significant public
expenditure and ensuring delivery of
value for money.
• Strengthening governance, data,
risk management and product
assurance.
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Organogram
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Person Specification
⦁ A demonstrable ability to build high-
Throughout the selection process, you
Essential Experience:
performing, inclusive leadership teams and
should provide clear evidence and
create a culture of innovation, empowerment
examples that demonstrate how you meet
⦁ A successful track record of leading large,
and continuous improvement.
the essential and desirable criteria for the
multidisciplinary digital, product or
Desirable Experience:
role.
transformation organisations, delivering
strategic outcomes through significant teams
Later in this pack, you will find details of
• Experience leading transformation
which elements will be assessed at each
and budgets.
across multiple business units, business
stage of the process, helping you focus
domains or organisations, bringing
⦁ Proven experience designing, implementing
your application and prepare effectively.
together diverse stakeholders behind a
and embedding a modern product operating
common vision.
model, or leading an equivalent organisational
• Experience applying AI and emerging
transformation that improved delivery,
technologies to improve product
accountability and user outcomes at scale.
development, service delivery or
organisational effectiveness.
⦁ Experience leading complex digital
• Experience delivering transformation in
transformation within large, operationally
a complex, customer-facing or mission-
critical or highly regulated organisations,
critical environment.
balancing pace, resilience and governance.
⦁ Strong strategic leadership and stakeholder
management skills, with the ability to influence
senior executives and lead effectively across
complex matrix organisations.
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MoJ SCS Pay Band 2 Behaviours:
Civil Service Leadership Statement:
You will also be assessed against the following
• Leadership
All leaders within the Civil Service are
Behaviours during the Recruitment Process:
• Changing and improving
expected to demonstrate the qualities within
• Working Together
the Civil Service Leadership Statement during
• Delivering at Pace
their Staff Engagement Exercise
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The Selection Panel
Liz Walmsley, Civil Service Commissioner, (Panel Chair)
Liz brings a breadth of commercial and operational experience from the science, engineering, and financial sectors. She
has held senior executive roles in 3i and ICI and was a founder partner of Praesta LLP where she coached extensively in
UK and Internationally. She is an experienced non-executive director including roles in Higher Education and Technology.
Liz was appointed as a Civil Service Commissioner on 3 October 2022 and is a member of the Business Appointment
Rules panel.
Mark Thompson - Chief Digital Information Officer, Ministry of Justice
As the Group Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) at MoJ, Mark leads the ongoing mission to build modern, user-
focused digital services and harness data more effectively across the justice system.
With over 25 years of leadership experience in delivering complex digital and data transformation programmes, Mark
Thompson was previously at the Cabinet Office, where he served as the Head of the Digital Function and Director for
Cabinet Office Digital. He led the central team responsible for providing digital, data, AI, cyber security, and enterprise
services to the Cabinet Office, while also holding accountability as the departmental CDIO.
Prem Ramaraj, Chief Digital Officer (Legal Aid Agency), Ministry of Justice
Prem leads digital and technology services that support the delivery of legal aid across England and Wales. He leads
teams across Justice Digital, Data and Science and the wider Ministry of Justice to drive digital transformation, improve
services for users, and ensure we delivery secure, reliable and effective technology solutions.
Maxine Paintain, Deputy Director for Digital, Ministry of Justice
As Deputy Director for Digital at the Ministry of Justice, with executive responsibility for digital transformation across the
Office of the Public Guardian, the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, Youth Justice and Victims' Services. With
over 25 years' experience in government, including leading the MoJ Product Profession and senior product roles across
DWP, she is a passionate advocate for modern product management, empowered teams and delivering outstanding
public services.
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The Recruitment Process
Support during the selection process
Code which sets out the Civil Service
As part of your application, you will be asked to
Values
provide:
Russell Reynolds, an executive search
agency, has been appointed to assist with this
Impartiality, Objectivity, Integrity and
Eligibility responses confirming that you meet
appointment.
Honesty and form part of the relationship
the requirements to apply.
between civil servants and their employer. An indication of whether you wish to request
If you need support or would like to discuss
reasonable adjustments during the selection
any aspect of the process, please contact
More detailed information can be found on
process. The Disability Support section
Russell Reynolds at
the Civil Service Commission website.
explains the support available.
responses@russellreynolds.com quoting
A completed Diversity Monitoring
reference number 2607-095L. We are here to
Form available here. All monitoring data will
help candidates engage with the process
Stages of the selection process
be treated in the strictest confidence and will
confidently and fairly.
Application
not be provided to the selection panel. We
Liz Walmsley, a Civil Service Commissioner,
capture this information to monitor our internal
will chair the process. The Civil Service
Please click here to apply - using job vacancy filling processes with a view to
ensuring that we continue to build a talented
Commission has two primary functions:
reference number 2607-095L. You will be
asked to register your details, answer any workforce with diverse perspectives and
• Providing assurance that selection for
application questions and upload your CV and backgrounds.
appointment to the Civil Service is on
Statement of Suitability.
merit on the basis of fair and open
A CV and Statement of Suitability setting out
clear evidence of how you meet the essential
competition. For the most senior posts
To apply for this post, you will need
criteria set out on page 9. The Statement of
in the Civil Service, the Commission
to submit the following documentation by no
later than 23:55 BST on Sunday 6th
Suitability should be no more than 1,000
discharges its responsibilities directly by September 2026.
words.
overseeing the recruitment process and
by a Commissioner chairing the
1. Please note that if you do not submit both a
selection panel.
CV and a Supporting Statement, the panel
• Hearing and determining appeals made
may have insufficient evidence on which to
by civil servants under the Civil Service
assess your application against the person
specification.
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Find out more information and guidance on our Assessment
application process here.
Staff Engagement Exercise
After the Panel Interview
After the Application Stage
The Staff Engagement Exercise (SEE) gives
Following the interview stage, the panel will
Candidates longlisted by the selection panel
you the opportunity to lead a two-way
consider all evidence and identify the
will be interviewed by Russell Reynolds
discussion with a group of staff on a topic that
appointable candidate. Candidates will be
Associates ahead of a further meeting of the
will be shared with you in advance. An
notified of the outcome as soon as possible
selection panel, at which the final group of
Occupational Psychologist will brief you
after interviews conclude. If you are not
candidates will be selected for the shortlist,
beforehand, observe the discussion and
appointed but meet the required standard, you
and onward progression to assessment and
facilitate feedback from participants. Their
may be invited to have your details retained on
interview by the selection panel.
observations, together with participant
a merit list for future SCS opportunities.
feedback, will inform the panel’s overall
You will be informed whether your application
assessment.
has been shortlisted for the next stage. If
shortlisted, we will contact you with full details
Internal Stakeholder Conversations
of the next part of the process and any
preparation required.
Additional conversations with senior Ministry of
Justice leaders may be arranged for shortlisted
Due to the anticipated volume of applications,
candidates where this would assist them in
we are unable to provide feedback to
making an informed decision about the
candidates who are not shortlisted.
opportunity.
Panel Interview
You will be invited to attend an interview in
person in London with the selection panel. As
part of this, we may incorporate a scenario-
based exercise. Further details will be given to
shortlisted candidates in advance.
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Guidance for Writing your Statement and CV
As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a CV and
Using AI in your application
Statement of Suitability. Together, these should provide clear evidence Artificial Intelligence may help you shape or refine your application, but
that you meet the essential criteria set out in the Person Specification.
everything you submit must be accurate, authentic and based on your
Read the role information carefully and address each essential criterion own experience. Examples should reflect your personal contribution
with relevant evidence. Focus on your most significant and recent
and judgement. Applications may be withdrawn where content is
achievements, making clear the context, scale of your contribution and misleading, plagiarised or not the candidate’s own work. Internal
the impact you delivered.
candidates may also be subject to disciplinary action.
When preparing your Statement of Suitability, it may help to:
Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate
and inappropriate use.
• Present your evidence clearly so the panel can see how your
experience aligns to the essential criteria.
For more information and guidance on how to write your Statement and
CV please visit the Senior Civil Service web page.
• Use recent, relevant examples that show the scale of your
responsibilities, the complexity you handled and the outcomes you
achieved.
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Civil Service Behaviours
What are Behaviours?
Leadership
Changing and Improving
Examples of leadership at Director and
Examples of changing and improving at
The Civil Service recruits using Success
Director General grades are when you:
Director and Director General grades are when
Profiles. Behaviours are one element of that
• actively develop and protect the
you:
framework and help assess how candidates
reputation of the Civil Service, creating
• constructively challenge bureaucratic
demonstrate the leadership qualities,
a sense of pride and passion for public
decision making, resourcing structures
judgement and ways of working needed to
service
and processes across the Civil Service
succeed in the role.
• present a clear and focused strategy
• strive to simplify approaches to create
with direction for the future
an effective organisation using digital
For this campaign, the behaviours most
• act in ways that are highly visible,
technologies ensuring full consideration
relevant to the role will be assessed during the
inspirational and credible at the most
of accessibility needs and the diverse
interview stage of the process. The
senior levels across and outside of the
range of end users
descriptions below are included to help you
• Civil Service
• proactively champion and lead change,
understand what each behaviour looks like in
• create an inclusive environment where
seeking innovative new approaches,
practice.
diversity is valued and there is equality
policies and systems that add value to
of opportunity for all
the organisation
• engage positively in debate and resolve
• create a culture of innovation, flexibility
ambiguities, gaining the best possible
and responsiveness enabling
outcomes for the department
departments to swiftly respond to
change
• have the confidence to take calculated
risks to change how things are done
• establish an environment where all
colleagues feel safe to challenge
without fear
• consider the full impact of change on
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the organisational culture and wider
Delivering at Pace
For further guidance on Behaviours and
government structures
Success Profiles, please visit our Senior Civil
Examples of delivering at pace at Director
Service web page.
Working Together
and Director General grades are when you:
• set and maintain a clear direction for the
Examples of working together at Director and
department, with highly focused
Director General grades are when you:
priorities and project and programme
• drive an inclusive and collaborative
outcomes
working culture which values diversity
• define and integrate clear structures,
and encourages, openness,
systems and resources across the
approachability and sensitivity
department which promote efficient
• ensure the wellbeing of all individuals is
service delivery
valued across the organisation
• swiftly adjust priorities as changing
• confront issues and challenge
situations dictate
assumptions at the highest levels, no
• enable the organisation to remain
matter how uncomfortable, in an
focused on core priorities irrespective of
assertive yet constructive way
external challenges
• create a culture where bullying,
• encourage, support and coach
harassment and discrimination are
individuals and teams to keep focus on
unacceptable
delivery
• build a strong diverse network of
• drive a performance culture across the
professional relationships across the
department which gives teams the
highest levels of government and with
space and authority to deliver
Non-Executive Directors
objectives, whilst holding them
• act for the wider good of the Civil
accountable for outcomes
Service by improving governance at
board level to meet Civil Service
objectives
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Expected Timeline
We will aim to offer as much flexibility as possible; however, it may not always be feasible to provide alternative dates for assessments or
interviews. We therefore encourage candidates to review the timetable carefully and keep the relevant dates available where possible. Please
note that the timetable may be subject to change.
The anticipated timetable is as follows:
Application Deadline
23:55 6th September 2026
Longlisting
Week commencing 14th September 2026
Shortlisting
Week commencing 28h September 2026
Further Candidate Assessment
Week commencing 5th October 2026
Panel Interview
Week commencing 19th October 2026
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Working at the Ministry of Justice as a Senior Civil Servant Senior Civil Service
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing contribution and comparatively low member
contributions by public sector standards.
The Ministry of Justice offers senior leaders
the opportunity to lead work of national
The Civil Service Pension Scheme is a
importance in an organisation defined by public significant part of the overall reward package,
purpose, integrity and visible impact. Our
offering long-term security and valuable
values - purpose, humanity, openness and
benefits for you and your family.
together - shape a culture of pace, integrity
and inclusive leadership. We are committed to Generous Annual Leave and Bank Holiday
a diverse, high-performing workplace that
Allowance
reflects the society we serve, where different
You will receive 25 days’ annual leave on
perspectives, wellbeing, belonging and
entry, rising to 30 days after five years’ service,
sustainable leadership matter.
in addition to 8 public holidays and a day of
The Civil Service Code
Benefits
paid privilege leave to mark the King’s
Birthday.
The Civil Service Code sets out the values and As a Senior Civil Servant at the Ministry of
standards expected of all civil servants. Issued Justice, you will benefit from a competitive
Flexible Working
by the Prime Minister as Minister for the Civil
package that supports your wellbeing, flexibility We support flexible and hybrid working where
Service, it is founded on four core principles—
and longer-term career development Senior
this aligns with the needs of the role and the
integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality—
Civil Service. This includes:
business, helping leaders balance impact,
and forms part of the contractual relationship
collaboration and personal wellbeing.
between civil servants and their employer.
Pension
Further information on benefits, including
You will have access to the alpha pension
scheme, which includes a 28.97% employer
pension, leave and Equality, Diversity,
Inclusion and Wellbeing support, is available
on our Senior Civil Service web page.
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Disability Support
Do you offer a Disability Confident Scheme for Disabled Persons? Examples may include:
As a Disability Confident employer, the Ministry of Justice is committed • Extra time to complete assessments.
to creating a recruitment process that is fair, accessible and inclusive.
• Providing a break within an assessment.
In most campaigns, disabled candidates who meet the minimum
• Providing interview questions in a written format at the interview as
selection criteria will be offered an interview. You will be able to indicate
well as orally.
on the diversity monitoring form whether you would like to be
• An interview at a certain time of day.
considered under this scheme.
What reasonable adjustments can be made if I have a disability?
These examples are illustrative rather than exhaustive. Appropriate
support will depend on your individual circumstances, and each request
We want every candidate to be able to take part in the selection
will be considered thoughtfully and on its own merits.
process on a fair and equitable basis. For senior roles, that means
giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your experience, judgement
We will make every reasonable effort to provide the adjustments
and leadership capability fully, with reasonable adjustments in place
requested. Where a particular adjustment is not possible, we will
where needed.
explain this clearly and work with you to explore appropriate
alternatives wherever we can.
If you would like to request support or discuss an adjustment in
confidence, please indicate this on the diversity monitoring form by
Help with your application
selecting ‘yes’ to reasonable adjustments. We encourage you to raise
any requirements as early as possible so that arrangements can be put If you think you may need an adjustment, we encourage you to contact
in place in good time.
us as early as possible so arrangements can be made with sufficient
notice and support can be tailored to your needs.
How we can support you
If your circumstances change during the process, or you identify a need
A range of reasonable adjustments can be considered across the
for support after applying, please contact the SCS Recruitment team in
selection process, depending on your circumstances and the nature of advance of your next assessment wherever possible.
the assessment. Our aim is to work with you to identify support that
enables you to take part with confidence and on an equal footing.
If you have any questions before applying about reasonable
adjustments, please contact responses@russellreynolds.com who will
be happy to help.
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Diversity and Inclusion
At the Ministry of Justice, we believe inclusive,
We know the strongest leadership teams reflect the diversity of the
respectful and high-performing workplaces are
society they serve. That is why we are committed to building an
essential to delivering better outcomes for the public. inclusive Civil Service where talented people from all backgrounds can
We want talented people from every background to
thrive, contribute and lead with confidence.
feel welcomed, valued and able to succeed here.
Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy focus on creating a Civil Service
That commitment shapes how we recruit, develop
that:
and support our people - nd helps create an
• draws on the broadest possible range of talent, experience and
environment where diverse perspectives strengthen
perspective
leadership, decision-making and impact.
• is visible, accessible and open to people from all backgrounds
• supports flexible, inclusive ways of working that help people and
performance flourish
• attracts, develops and retains exceptional leaders at every stage
of their career
For executive candidates, this means joining an organisation that
values inclusive leadership, sees difference as a strength, and is
committed to creating the conditions for diverse talent to succeed,
influence and shape outcomes of national importance.
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FAQs
If you believe these principles have not been
Can I apply if I am not currently a civil
Am I eligible to apply for this role?
followed and wish to make a complaint, you
servant?
For further guidance on eligibility to apply for
should first contact
Yes. This role is open to both internal and
this role, please refer to GOV.UK.
scsrecruitment@justice.gov.uk.
external applicants.
Is security clearance required?
If you are not satisfied with the response, you
Is this role suitable for part-time working?
Yes. If successful, you will be required to
may escalate your complaint in the following
This role is offered on a full-time basis. Flexible obtain security clearance to SC level, if you do order:
working options, including job-share, may be
not already hold it. Further information about
considered where they align with business
the vetting process can be found here.
1. Shared Services Connected Ltd (0845 241
need.
5358, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00, or
Will this role be overseen by the Civil
Moj-recruitment-vetting-
Where will the role be based?
Service Commission?
enquiries@gov.sscl.com
All successful candidates will be appointed to
Yes. As this role is one of the more senior
the nearest viable office nearest to their home posts within the Civil Service, a commissioner 2. Ministry of Justice Resourcing resourcing-
postcode. This will be at either an HQ building, will oversee the recruitment process and chair
services@justice.gov.uk
a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or Justice
Satellite Office (JSO) - See Map .
the selection panel. More detailed information
3. Civil Service Commission Civil Service
can be found on the Civil Service Commission
Commission website
All employees will be expected to spend a
website.
What should I do if I think that I have a
minimum of 60% of their working time in an
What do I do if I want to make a complaint?
office, (subject to local estate capacity).
conflict of interest?
All appointments to the Civil Service must be
If you believe you may have a conflict of
Can I claim back any expenses incurred
made on merit, on the basis of fair and open
interest, you must declare this before
during the recruitment process?
competition, and in line with the Civil Service
submitting your application by contacting
Expenses incurred during the recruitment
Commission’s Recruitment Principles.
Russell Reynolds at
process will not usually be reimbursed, except
responses@russellreynolds.com.
in exceptional circumstances.
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Data Sharing
We will handle your personal information with care
• Processing may be necessary for reasons of substantial public
interest, including the exercise of functions by the Crown, a
and in line with applicable data protection law,
Minister of the Crown or a government department, and to
including the UK General Data Protection Regulation
understand whether different groups experience the Civil Service
and the Data Protection Act 2018.
differently so that appropriate action can be taken.
• Processing may also be necessary to identify or review equality
Data Sharing
of opportunity and treatment between groups, with a view to
To administer your application, your personal data will be shared only
promoting or maintaining that equality.
with the Ministry of Justice SCS Recruitment Team, panel members
• If you are successful, relevant sensitive personal data will also
and others directly involved in the recruitment process where
be used during onboarding to create your employee record.
necessary.
• For further information please see the GDPR Privacy Notice.
The legal basis for processing your personal data is:
• Processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried
out in the public interest. In practice, this supports the fair and
effective administration of recruitment and helps the Civil Service
improve candidate and employee experience.
• Sensitive personal data includes information such as racial or
ethnic origin, religious beliefs, trade union membership, health
data and other special category data protected by law.
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Contact Us
Should candidates wish to discuss the role in more detail
before submitting an application, please contact Russell
Reynolds on responses@russellreynolds.com
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