Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsA great opportunity to make impact within a roleAn exciting time to make a change in how the SFO supports its leadersAbout Our ClientThe SFO is a specialist investigating & prosecuting authority that tackles the top-level of serious or complex fraud, bribery, & corruption in England & Wales, & Northern Ireland. It is independent in making decisions about its cases. It is a civil service organisation that operates within the framework of government accounting & the Green Book. It is subject to government spending reviewsJob DescriptionThe People Policy and Procedure Lead will work as part of the wider People and Culture team and will report directly into the Head of People (G6). The role will develop and maintain people policies and procedures which provide general and practical advice and guidance for managers and staff on a range of employment and people management issues. They will ensure that the policies and procedures support the SFO's strategy, enhance the employer brand and foster a culture of trust, fairness and inclusion whilst ensuring they comply with new and existing legislation and case law. As a People Policy and Procedure Lead you will be responsible for:Leading the development and maintenance of people policies and procedures which provide general and practical advice and guidance for managers and staff on a range of employment issues.Working with the Head of People and Head of Culture to ensure that the SFO's people policy framework reflects the needs of the organisation.Leading the scheduled review of people policies and procedures to ensure they remain fit for purpose and reflect the latest developments in effective people management.Ensuring that people polices, and procedures are clear, well researched and are developed from the perspective of managers and staff.Working with the Head of People, People Operations Manager and People Business Partners to lead consultation with trade union representatives on people polices and procedures.Leading on the launch and implementation of new and amended people policies to ensure there is a common understanding amongst managers and staff.Taking an evidence-based approach to people policy developmentFor more information about the role and for a full list of key responsibilities, please see the link to the Job Pack below.*Please Click Here for the Job Pack information* The Successful ApplicantBehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Working TogetherSeeing the Big PictureCommunicating and InfluencingDelivering at PaceSelection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles & will assess your Behaviours & ExperienceApplication Stage As part of the application process, you will be required to provide:A personal statement of no more than 500 words attached to your CV that explains how your skills & experience meet each of the essential & desirable experience criteria as listed in the job pack.Please note, desirable experience will only be taken into account if there is a large volume of applications & there is a need for further shortlisting for interview.A supporting CV outlining your job history & qualifications, (including how you meet the essential technical criteria for the role)It will not be possible to provide feedback to applicants who are unsuccessful at the application stage.Interview stageBehaviours & experience as outlined in the job pack will be tested at interview.Full details of the interview process will be made available to shortlisted candidates in the invite to interview.Closing date is midday on the 24th February 2025Sift to take place 26th February 2025Interviews are expected to take place in person on the 6th and 7th March 2025All dates are indicative & subject to change. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.Nationality Requirements Click HereWorking for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service embraces diversity & promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, & who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancyPlease click here for more details about the role, the job pack & any links not loadingDiversity & InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain & invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) & theCivil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)What's on OfferWhat's on offer £40,178 - £44,780 (Job Grade Senior Executive Officer/Band C)Staff applying on promotion within the Civil Service will usually be appointed to the salary minimum or receive a 10% increase on their existing salary. Individuals appointed on level transfer will retain their existing salary.A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% (details open in a new window) SecuritySuccessful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check .See our Vetting CharterPeople working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks. LocationThe role will be based at our offices at 2-4 Cockspur Street, London, SW1Y 5BS, in central London.Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK & not overseas. Informal hybrid working arrangements apply & there is an expectation that staff will attend the office regularly. Work pattern & office attendance will be agreed with successful candidatesContactBradley GlenQuote job refJN-022025-6660658Phone number+44 20 7269 2273Job summaryJob functionPublic SectorSubsectorHR business partnerSectorPublic SectorLocationLondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameBradley GlenConsultant phone+44 20 7269 2273Job referenceJN-022025-6660658
