Ministry of Justice

General Information

Working Pattern

Full Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working

Vacancy Approach

External

Location

National

Region

National

Closing Date

03-Aug-2025

Post Type

Permanent

Civil Service Grade

SCS 2

Number of jobs available

1

Reserve List

12 Months

Job ID

7956

Descriptions & requirements

Job description

The Role

This director-level role will be central to shaping the future of digital justice services, affecting millions of people across the UK. The CPO will drive a user-focused product strategy that integrates seamlessly with service teams, ensuring that HMCTS’s digital platforms and tools deliver significant value while meeting operational priorities. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence the modernisation of the justice system, embedding innovation, accessibility, and simplicity at its core.

The CPO will work closely with the transformation team within MOJ to ensure opportunities to integrate across the Criminal Justice System (CJS), specifically other MOJ partner agencies, are explored and supported.

Additional Information

Please view our candidate information pack for full details about the role, key responsibilities person specification, and the criteria you will be assessed against throughout the recruitment process. 

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. 

To find out more about how we do this visit:  https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/equality-and-diversity 

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 contact us on scsrecruitment@justice.gov.uk. Please quote the job reference in your email to enable us to support you more quickly.

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Application form stage assessments

Experience

We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods

CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability

Statement of Suitability

Guidance for the Statement of Suitability

Please provide a statement to evidence how you meet the essential criteria required for the role:
• Proven Leadership at Scale: Extensive experience as a product leader, managing complex, high-impact portfolios in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving: A strong ability to navigate ambiguity, envision transformative opportunities, and inspire teams towards a shared vision.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Proficiency in storytelling, engaging stakeholders, and building buy-in across diverse audiences.
• Deep Product Delivery Expertise: Advanced knowledge of modern product development practices, service design, and agile delivery methodologies.
• Cultural Architect: A track record of fostering inclusive, high-performing teams and creating environments where innovation and talent can flourish.
• Operational Insight: Experience balancing strategic ambitions with the operational needs of large, complex organisations.

Evidence of Experience

CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability

Interview stage assessments

Interview Dates

Week commencing 25th August or 1st September 2025

Behaviours

Seeing the Big Picture

Changing and Improving

Managing a Quality Service

Delivering at Pace

Other Assessments

Which assessment methods will be used?

Presentation, SEE

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.

Level of security checks required

Security Clearance (SC)