SNR ACCOUNTANT To provide the accountancy support for services, liaising with and advising budget managers on compliance with accountancy regulations, local guidelines and processes ensuring a robust financial control framework is operational across the Council. To ensure that management is provided with timely, complete and relevant advice, guidance and information which will enable them to discharge their financial obligations and undertake robust strategic decision making. Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to: Ensuring that policies detailed by the s151 officer and deputy are implemented into the work areas covered by the Team. This will involve initiating and designing systems and procedures to suit the requirements of the individual Team and the service unit Managers. Responsible in conjunction with the Finance Manager for ensuring that the standard of work undertaken by their team is maintained and developed to keep pace with changing legislation and the needs of the Client departments. Liaise directly with the appropriate service unit on both formal and an ad hoc basis to provide detailed financial advice. This advice will cover all aspects of financial and management accounting, budget setting and yearend accounts. The post holder will be responsible for monitoring the service unit s adherence to the Councils standing orders and financial regulations by reviewing budgetary control reports and by advising the client at the design stage of any new project. Responsible for the completion of revenue estimates for the areas of responsibility. Ensuring that budget strategies determined by the Council are fully understood by the unit and are properly implemented. Responsible for the production of final accounts for all areas covered by their team. Ensuring that accurate and detailed papers are prepared by the team. Responsible for ensuring that the control functions covered by the team are properly completed including regular reconciliation processes are undertaken and completed. Design and interpretation of management information for the service unit, and individual Managers. This will involve the application of the full range of accounting techniques combined with an understanding of spreadsheets and the information held by feeder systems. Completion of statutory returns. FULL JOB SPEC ON REQUEST
Jul 31, 2026
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SNR ACCOUNTANT To provide the accountancy support for services, liaising with and advising budget managers on compliance with accountancy regulations, local guidelines and processes ensuring a robust financial control framework is operational across the Council. To ensure that management is provided with timely, complete and relevant advice, guidance and information which will enable them to discharge their financial obligations and undertake robust strategic decision making. Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to: Ensuring that policies detailed by the s151 officer and deputy are implemented into the work areas covered by the Team. This will involve initiating and designing systems and procedures to suit the requirements of the individual Team and the service unit Managers. Responsible in conjunction with the Finance Manager for ensuring that the standard of work undertaken by their team is maintained and developed to keep pace with changing legislation and the needs of the Client departments. Liaise directly with the appropriate service unit on both formal and an ad hoc basis to provide detailed financial advice. This advice will cover all aspects of financial and management accounting, budget setting and yearend accounts. The post holder will be responsible for monitoring the service unit s adherence to the Councils standing orders and financial regulations by reviewing budgetary control reports and by advising the client at the design stage of any new project. Responsible for the completion of revenue estimates for the areas of responsibility. Ensuring that budget strategies determined by the Council are fully understood by the unit and are properly implemented. Responsible for the production of final accounts for all areas covered by their team. Ensuring that accurate and detailed papers are prepared by the team. Responsible for ensuring that the control functions covered by the team are properly completed including regular reconciliation processes are undertaken and completed. Design and interpretation of management information for the service unit, and individual Managers. This will involve the application of the full range of accounting techniques combined with an understanding of spreadsheets and the information held by feeder systems. Completion of statutory returns. FULL JOB SPEC ON REQUEST
Connect2Hackney are delighted to announce that we are searching for a dedicated Service Accountant (Adult Social Care) to join our dynamic Finance Directorate. In this pivotal role, you will act as a key strategic partner to Adult Social Care service heads and operational managers. You will lead on budget monitoring, financial modeling, closedown processes, and statutory reporting for one of the council's most vital and sensitive spend areas. Your financial insights will directly support decisions that protect and improve the lives of vulnerable residents across our diverse borough. If you are a proactive finance professional who combines commercial acumen with a passion for public service, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Budget Management Business Partnering: Build strong working relationships with budget holders and senior leaders across Adult Social Care, providing clear, actionable financial advice. Budget Setting & Forecasting: Lead on setting annual revenue budgets, identifying cost pressures, and delivering accurate monthly forecast positions. Financial Modeling: Analyze demand trends, demographic shifts, and care package costs to build robust medium-term financial strategy models. Accounting & Statutory Reporting Year-End Closedown: Manage the end-of-year accounts process for Adult Social Care in line with CIPFA guidelines and local authority statutory requirements. Grant Management: Oversee government funding streams (such as the Better Care Fund) ensuring strict compliance, audit readiness, and accurate reporting. Reconciliations & Control: Ensure robust internal financial controls, performing routine account reconciliations and variances analyses. Strategic Advice & Value for Money Transformation Support: Partner with operational teams to evaluate savings proposals, efficiency drives, and service transformation initiatives. Committee Reporting: Draft clear, high-quality financial reports and presentations for executive leadership, governance boards, and council committees. Who We Are Looking For Experience & Technical Skills Public Sector / Local Authority Finance: Proven experience in local government accounting, with direct experience supporting Social Care finance strongly preferred. Financial Business Partnering: Proven track record of translating complex financial data into simple, strategic insights for non-finance managers. Advanced Data Skills: High proficiency in financial management software, complex Excel modeling, and data visualization tools. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of CIPFA guidelines, local authority funding structures, and social care legislation (e.g., The Care Act). Qualifications Professional Status: Fully qualified or final-stage studier (CCAB / CIPFA / CIMA / ACCA), or equivalent demonstrably relevant experience in a senior finance capacity. Key Competencies Strong Communicator: Ability to influence, challenge constructively, and explain financial jargon to diverse operational stakeholders. Analytical & Solution-Oriented: A sharp eye for detail coupled with the capability to see the big picture and solve complex funding puzzles. Why Join Hackney? Working with Hackney Council means being part of an inclusive, forward-thinking organization committed to equality and innovation. We offer: Flexible hybrid working models to support a great work-life balance. Generous local government pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Continuous professional development and career progression pathways. The chance to make a real, visible difference in the local community.
Jul 30, 2026
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Connect2Hackney are delighted to announce that we are searching for a dedicated Service Accountant (Adult Social Care) to join our dynamic Finance Directorate. In this pivotal role, you will act as a key strategic partner to Adult Social Care service heads and operational managers. You will lead on budget monitoring, financial modeling, closedown processes, and statutory reporting for one of the council's most vital and sensitive spend areas. Your financial insights will directly support decisions that protect and improve the lives of vulnerable residents across our diverse borough. If you are a proactive finance professional who combines commercial acumen with a passion for public service, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Budget Management Business Partnering: Build strong working relationships with budget holders and senior leaders across Adult Social Care, providing clear, actionable financial advice. Budget Setting & Forecasting: Lead on setting annual revenue budgets, identifying cost pressures, and delivering accurate monthly forecast positions. Financial Modeling: Analyze demand trends, demographic shifts, and care package costs to build robust medium-term financial strategy models. Accounting & Statutory Reporting Year-End Closedown: Manage the end-of-year accounts process for Adult Social Care in line with CIPFA guidelines and local authority statutory requirements. Grant Management: Oversee government funding streams (such as the Better Care Fund) ensuring strict compliance, audit readiness, and accurate reporting. Reconciliations & Control: Ensure robust internal financial controls, performing routine account reconciliations and variances analyses. Strategic Advice & Value for Money Transformation Support: Partner with operational teams to evaluate savings proposals, efficiency drives, and service transformation initiatives. Committee Reporting: Draft clear, high-quality financial reports and presentations for executive leadership, governance boards, and council committees. Who We Are Looking For Experience & Technical Skills Public Sector / Local Authority Finance: Proven experience in local government accounting, with direct experience supporting Social Care finance strongly preferred. Financial Business Partnering: Proven track record of translating complex financial data into simple, strategic insights for non-finance managers. Advanced Data Skills: High proficiency in financial management software, complex Excel modeling, and data visualization tools. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of CIPFA guidelines, local authority funding structures, and social care legislation (e.g., The Care Act). Qualifications Professional Status: Fully qualified or final-stage studier (CCAB / CIPFA / CIMA / ACCA), or equivalent demonstrably relevant experience in a senior finance capacity. Key Competencies Strong Communicator: Ability to influence, challenge constructively, and explain financial jargon to diverse operational stakeholders. Analytical & Solution-Oriented: A sharp eye for detail coupled with the capability to see the big picture and solve complex funding puzzles. Why Join Hackney? Working with Hackney Council means being part of an inclusive, forward-thinking organization committed to equality and innovation. We offer: Flexible hybrid working models to support a great work-life balance. Generous local government pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Continuous professional development and career progression pathways. The chance to make a real, visible difference in the local community.
The role SNR COPY EDITOR Hybrid 4 days on site ,1 day remote CHOOSE FROM ONE OF THE LOCATIONS EDINBURGH,NEWPORT,FAREHAM OR DARLINGTON We engaged our first copy editor two years ago and this role has made a big difference to the clarity of our communication in an organisation where our primary regulatory tool is our voice. We are seeking to bring someone on board who can continue to elevate our written communications and provide wider communications support to our team. This will contribute to our mission of ensuring that statistics serve the public good and to enhance our regulatory voice and campaign messages. As a Senior Copy Editor with additional communications responsibilities, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the clarity, consistency, and impact of our written communication both internally and externally. This will make our voice stronger by building our internal capability to have more impact and greater external reach. To support flexible working as part of a small communications team, an ability to assist with publishing and media queries would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities This role is predominantly about improving the impact of our writing, but also includes some wider communications support for our regulatory work Copy Editing o Edit and proofread papers, reports, and publications to ensure a clear narrative, accuracy, grammar, and style conformity. o Develop, maintain, and enforce the organisation's style guide, ensuring consistency in all written materials, including developing and embedding a common voice that aligns with our organisational values and our new strategy. o Collaborate with our team to enhance the overall quality and readability of our work. o Ensure that any OSR copy is accessible and aligns with current accessibility guidelines. Building Capability o Assess the writing needs of the organisation and implement strategies to address them effectively. o Provide one-on-one coaching and feedback to writers, helping them refine their writing style and communication. o Develop training assets and deliver training programs and workshops to improve the writing skills of staff members. Impact Enhancement o Work closely with our subject matter experts to ensure our messages are clear and accessible, ensuring our written regulatory work has the desired impact. o Conduct content reviews to identify opportunities for enhancing the impact and clarity of our written materials. o Ensure that all communications adhere to best practice. Support the work of our communications team: • Assist with drafting media, blogs and digital content and website publishing tasks to help a small communications team manage peaks and troughs. • Be a key member of the wider OSR Communications Team, to support forward planning, wider digital communications, and engagement activities. Person Specification Essential • Degree or equivalent experience in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field with proven experience in copy editing. • Exceptional writing and editing skills - able to produce a clear narrative with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar and style. • Ability to align your work with our broader strategic objectives and take a forward-thinking approach to your role, considering the long-term impact of your work on OSR s reputation and vision. Experience of developing and aligning to a corporate voice. • Support the growth and development of colleagues by providing constructive feedback and mentoring. • Inspire others to understand and embrace the importance of clear and accurate written communication. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively speak and collaborate with diverse teams and external stakeholders. • Experience in delivering writing training and workshops. Desirable • Experience supporting broader communication team activities such as digital publishing or media enquiries and/or an openness to contribute to these activities. • Previous experience working with scientific/technical authors. • Awareness of the UK Statistics Code of Practice.
Jul 30, 2026
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The role SNR COPY EDITOR Hybrid 4 days on site ,1 day remote CHOOSE FROM ONE OF THE LOCATIONS EDINBURGH,NEWPORT,FAREHAM OR DARLINGTON We engaged our first copy editor two years ago and this role has made a big difference to the clarity of our communication in an organisation where our primary regulatory tool is our voice. We are seeking to bring someone on board who can continue to elevate our written communications and provide wider communications support to our team. This will contribute to our mission of ensuring that statistics serve the public good and to enhance our regulatory voice and campaign messages. As a Senior Copy Editor with additional communications responsibilities, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the clarity, consistency, and impact of our written communication both internally and externally. This will make our voice stronger by building our internal capability to have more impact and greater external reach. To support flexible working as part of a small communications team, an ability to assist with publishing and media queries would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities This role is predominantly about improving the impact of our writing, but also includes some wider communications support for our regulatory work Copy Editing o Edit and proofread papers, reports, and publications to ensure a clear narrative, accuracy, grammar, and style conformity. o Develop, maintain, and enforce the organisation's style guide, ensuring consistency in all written materials, including developing and embedding a common voice that aligns with our organisational values and our new strategy. o Collaborate with our team to enhance the overall quality and readability of our work. o Ensure that any OSR copy is accessible and aligns with current accessibility guidelines. Building Capability o Assess the writing needs of the organisation and implement strategies to address them effectively. o Provide one-on-one coaching and feedback to writers, helping them refine their writing style and communication. o Develop training assets and deliver training programs and workshops to improve the writing skills of staff members. Impact Enhancement o Work closely with our subject matter experts to ensure our messages are clear and accessible, ensuring our written regulatory work has the desired impact. o Conduct content reviews to identify opportunities for enhancing the impact and clarity of our written materials. o Ensure that all communications adhere to best practice. Support the work of our communications team: • Assist with drafting media, blogs and digital content and website publishing tasks to help a small communications team manage peaks and troughs. • Be a key member of the wider OSR Communications Team, to support forward planning, wider digital communications, and engagement activities. Person Specification Essential • Degree or equivalent experience in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field with proven experience in copy editing. • Exceptional writing and editing skills - able to produce a clear narrative with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar and style. • Ability to align your work with our broader strategic objectives and take a forward-thinking approach to your role, considering the long-term impact of your work on OSR s reputation and vision. Experience of developing and aligning to a corporate voice. • Support the growth and development of colleagues by providing constructive feedback and mentoring. • Inspire others to understand and embrace the importance of clear and accurate written communication. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively speak and collaborate with diverse teams and external stakeholders. • Experience in delivering writing training and workshops. Desirable • Experience supporting broader communication team activities such as digital publishing or media enquiries and/or an openness to contribute to these activities. • Previous experience working with scientific/technical authors. • Awareness of the UK Statistics Code of Practice.
The postholder will provide senior strategic leadership for the ongoing development, implementation, and management of the Trust s Risk Strategy Framework. Operating as the organisation s principal specialist in risk management, the post holder will ensure that the Trust s risk infrastructure, processes, and reporting mechanisms meet the highest standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance. This includes exercising authoritative oversight of the Corporate Risk Register, the Board Assurance Framework, and all associated governance mechanisms to ensure risks are accurately identified, escalated, mitigated, and communicated with clarity at Executive and Board level. Working collaboratively with senior managers, clinical leaders, corporate functions, and external stakeholders, the post holder will drive forward a proactive, learning orientated approach to risk management across the Trust. They will champion modern, evidencebased methodologies, develop robust systems and tools, and lead horizon scanning activity to ensure the Trust is responsive to emerging risks, regulatory changes, and sector best practice. The Head of Risk Management will lead the development and delivery of Trust wide risk education, enabling consistent understanding and capability at all levels. A fundamental aspect of this role is to build and embed a positive risk culture throughout the organisation. The post holder will work to ensure that accountability for risk is clearly owned by operational leaders and embedded within directorate governance frameworks, shifting perceptions of risk management from a departmental process to a collective organisational responsibility. This will require exceptional communication, influence, and leadership to secure. FULL JOB SPEC ON REQUEST
Jul 30, 2026
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The postholder will provide senior strategic leadership for the ongoing development, implementation, and management of the Trust s Risk Strategy Framework. Operating as the organisation s principal specialist in risk management, the post holder will ensure that the Trust s risk infrastructure, processes, and reporting mechanisms meet the highest standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance. This includes exercising authoritative oversight of the Corporate Risk Register, the Board Assurance Framework, and all associated governance mechanisms to ensure risks are accurately identified, escalated, mitigated, and communicated with clarity at Executive and Board level. Working collaboratively with senior managers, clinical leaders, corporate functions, and external stakeholders, the post holder will drive forward a proactive, learning orientated approach to risk management across the Trust. They will champion modern, evidencebased methodologies, develop robust systems and tools, and lead horizon scanning activity to ensure the Trust is responsive to emerging risks, regulatory changes, and sector best practice. The Head of Risk Management will lead the development and delivery of Trust wide risk education, enabling consistent understanding and capability at all levels. A fundamental aspect of this role is to build and embed a positive risk culture throughout the organisation. The post holder will work to ensure that accountability for risk is clearly owned by operational leaders and embedded within directorate governance frameworks, shifting perceptions of risk management from a departmental process to a collective organisational responsibility. This will require exceptional communication, influence, and leadership to secure. FULL JOB SPEC ON REQUEST
Duration: 6-12 months (Interim) Reporting to: Assistant Director - Operations and Traded Services About the Role Rugby Borough Council is seeking an experienced Waste Services Improvement & Operational Resilience Consultant to support a significant programme of improvement across Waste Services. This is a temporary consultancy assignment created to provide specialist expertise, strengthen operational management, improve service performance and embed sustainable ways of working. Working alongside the existing management team, the successful candidate will lead improvement initiatives, coach managers, develop robust operational processes and support the delivery of a safe, compliant and efficient service. The role will also provide temporary operational management cover during periods of sickness absence, annual leave or exceptional operational pressures to maintain business continuity whilst improvement work continues. This assignment is not a replacement for the substantive Waste Services Team Manager role. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: - Support delivery of the Waste Services Transformation Programme. - Review operational practices and implement improvements to service delivery, governance and efficiency. - Support the development of and embed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), management processes and operational controls. - Improve operational performance, consistency and customer service. - Support implementation of Health & Safety improvements and safe systems of work. - Coach and mentor operational managers and supervisors. - Review and improve induction, training and competency processes. - Produce improvement plans, performance reports and management information. - Work collaboratively with HR, Health & Safety, Fleet, Procurement, Finance and Legal colleagues. - Provide temporary operational management cover during periods of sickness absence or exceptional operational demand where required. - Support the mobilisation of new services, legislative changes and operational projects. Experience Required Essential - Extensive experience within Waste Services or a similar frontline operational environment. - Proven track record of delivering operational improvement and organisational change. - Strong understanding of waste operations, compliance and Health & Safety. - Experience developing operational procedures and management systems. - Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills. - Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Ability to work strategically whilst remaining hands-on in an operational environment. Desirable - Local Government experience. - CIWM or equivalent qualification. - Lean, Continuous Improvement or programme management experience. - Health & Safety management experience.
Jul 28, 2026
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Duration: 6-12 months (Interim) Reporting to: Assistant Director - Operations and Traded Services About the Role Rugby Borough Council is seeking an experienced Waste Services Improvement & Operational Resilience Consultant to support a significant programme of improvement across Waste Services. This is a temporary consultancy assignment created to provide specialist expertise, strengthen operational management, improve service performance and embed sustainable ways of working. Working alongside the existing management team, the successful candidate will lead improvement initiatives, coach managers, develop robust operational processes and support the delivery of a safe, compliant and efficient service. The role will also provide temporary operational management cover during periods of sickness absence, annual leave or exceptional operational pressures to maintain business continuity whilst improvement work continues. This assignment is not a replacement for the substantive Waste Services Team Manager role. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: - Support delivery of the Waste Services Transformation Programme. - Review operational practices and implement improvements to service delivery, governance and efficiency. - Support the development of and embed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), management processes and operational controls. - Improve operational performance, consistency and customer service. - Support implementation of Health & Safety improvements and safe systems of work. - Coach and mentor operational managers and supervisors. - Review and improve induction, training and competency processes. - Produce improvement plans, performance reports and management information. - Work collaboratively with HR, Health & Safety, Fleet, Procurement, Finance and Legal colleagues. - Provide temporary operational management cover during periods of sickness absence or exceptional operational demand where required. - Support the mobilisation of new services, legislative changes and operational projects. Experience Required Essential - Extensive experience within Waste Services or a similar frontline operational environment. - Proven track record of delivering operational improvement and organisational change. - Strong understanding of waste operations, compliance and Health & Safety. - Experience developing operational procedures and management systems. - Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills. - Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Ability to work strategically whilst remaining hands-on in an operational environment. Desirable - Local Government experience. - CIWM or equivalent qualification. - Lean, Continuous Improvement or programme management experience. - Health & Safety management experience.
TECHNICAL INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECT To provide technical infrastructure architecture leadership and design assurance for the Tech Fundamentals workstream, ensuring Safe & Legal Day-1 requirements are met and that staff can securely access core systems, applications and data during transition to the new authorities. The role leads the assessment of legacy infrastructure across the 12 councils and develops safe, resilient transition and convergence options across networks, identity, Microsoft 365, telephony and cyber-security controls. Key outputs: • Current-state baseline of core infrastructure, dependencies and risks across all councils • Assured transition and convergence options for key technical domains, including network interconnect, identity, Microsoft 365, telephony and security controls • Technical design standards and decision records to support consistent implementation • Clear management of technical risks, dependencies and service continuity requirements This role supports Surrey s Local Government Reorganisation within the IT & Data theme, working in the Technical Fundamentals workstream to help deliver Safe & Legal requirements. Working with SMEs across the 12 councils and delivery partners, the postholder reviews current tools, enterprise platforms, configurations and infrastructure constraints to ensure transition designs are practical, assured and deliverable. Key areas of focus include networking and connectivity, Microsoft 365 tenant and domain dependencies, telephony and contact centre transition, identity and access management, and cyber-security controls. No formal line management responsibility. The postholder coordinates multi disciplinary delivery teams across concurrent projects, including third party/supplier resources, and provides task direction, prioritisation and escalation to maintain delivery. May provide coaching and delivery support to project managers within the workstream Analysis, Reporting & Documentation • Advise on the analysis and interpretation of data, identify trends and test solutions, present results and put forward recommendations to support the resolution of issues and support decision making. Service Delivery • Review the operations of the teams to identify improvements in systems, processes, procedures and working methods, and propose changes to secure greater efficiency and compliance. • Apply specialist/professional expertise and use judgement to make decisions where solutions are not obvious, to deliver services that meet customer requirements and service standards. • Ensure professional and quality service standards are maintained and applied within their area of activity. Planning & Organising • Lead or contribute to the operation of an efficient and effective service ensuring the work of the team supports service plans and that necessary resources are secured. • Lead major projects and reviews within a defined area of work to support and enhance service delivery. Finance/Resource Management • May monitor, analyse and manage delegated budgets, funding and resources in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures. Work with others • Liaise internally and externally to ensure the department/service issues are appropriately represented and acted upon. • Work with managers, service representatives and partners to identify and apply cost effective means of delivering improvements to business processes and strategies. People Management • Directly or matrix manage a diverse group of staff to ensure the successful delivery of a service. • Monitor and support the performance management and development of team members using a coaching approach, to support individual development and ensure that individual contributions are maximised. Duties for all Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation. Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. Health, Safety & Welfare: To be responsible for ensuring health & safety policies, procedures and legislation are implemented, communicated and managed including making sure that health and safety responsibilities are fully understood and carried out by employees within their service area. To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedure as appropriate. Degree or equivalent, or significant vocational experience showing development in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work/roles. • Professional qualification or evidence of high. level understanding of relevant business disciplines. • Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of computerised business systems, able to promote the use of IT systems within the service (some roles). • Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures relating to business planning and financial and organisational management. • Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with established negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. • Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. • Proven problem solving skills with the capacity to devise and implement innovative solutions. • Proven ability to manage a wide range of complex projects or programmes. • Significant work experience at management level in one or more relevant specialist areas. • Demonstrable experience in successful recruiting, managing, coaching and developing of staff.
Jul 27, 2026
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TECHNICAL INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECT To provide technical infrastructure architecture leadership and design assurance for the Tech Fundamentals workstream, ensuring Safe & Legal Day-1 requirements are met and that staff can securely access core systems, applications and data during transition to the new authorities. The role leads the assessment of legacy infrastructure across the 12 councils and develops safe, resilient transition and convergence options across networks, identity, Microsoft 365, telephony and cyber-security controls. Key outputs: • Current-state baseline of core infrastructure, dependencies and risks across all councils • Assured transition and convergence options for key technical domains, including network interconnect, identity, Microsoft 365, telephony and security controls • Technical design standards and decision records to support consistent implementation • Clear management of technical risks, dependencies and service continuity requirements This role supports Surrey s Local Government Reorganisation within the IT & Data theme, working in the Technical Fundamentals workstream to help deliver Safe & Legal requirements. Working with SMEs across the 12 councils and delivery partners, the postholder reviews current tools, enterprise platforms, configurations and infrastructure constraints to ensure transition designs are practical, assured and deliverable. Key areas of focus include networking and connectivity, Microsoft 365 tenant and domain dependencies, telephony and contact centre transition, identity and access management, and cyber-security controls. No formal line management responsibility. The postholder coordinates multi disciplinary delivery teams across concurrent projects, including third party/supplier resources, and provides task direction, prioritisation and escalation to maintain delivery. May provide coaching and delivery support to project managers within the workstream Analysis, Reporting & Documentation • Advise on the analysis and interpretation of data, identify trends and test solutions, present results and put forward recommendations to support the resolution of issues and support decision making. Service Delivery • Review the operations of the teams to identify improvements in systems, processes, procedures and working methods, and propose changes to secure greater efficiency and compliance. • Apply specialist/professional expertise and use judgement to make decisions where solutions are not obvious, to deliver services that meet customer requirements and service standards. • Ensure professional and quality service standards are maintained and applied within their area of activity. Planning & Organising • Lead or contribute to the operation of an efficient and effective service ensuring the work of the team supports service plans and that necessary resources are secured. • Lead major projects and reviews within a defined area of work to support and enhance service delivery. Finance/Resource Management • May monitor, analyse and manage delegated budgets, funding and resources in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures. Work with others • Liaise internally and externally to ensure the department/service issues are appropriately represented and acted upon. • Work with managers, service representatives and partners to identify and apply cost effective means of delivering improvements to business processes and strategies. People Management • Directly or matrix manage a diverse group of staff to ensure the successful delivery of a service. • Monitor and support the performance management and development of team members using a coaching approach, to support individual development and ensure that individual contributions are maximised. Duties for all Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation. Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. Health, Safety & Welfare: To be responsible for ensuring health & safety policies, procedures and legislation are implemented, communicated and managed including making sure that health and safety responsibilities are fully understood and carried out by employees within their service area. To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedure as appropriate. Degree or equivalent, or significant vocational experience showing development in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work/roles. • Professional qualification or evidence of high. level understanding of relevant business disciplines. • Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of computerised business systems, able to promote the use of IT systems within the service (some roles). • Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures relating to business planning and financial and organisational management. • Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with established negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. • Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. • Proven problem solving skills with the capacity to devise and implement innovative solutions. • Proven ability to manage a wide range of complex projects or programmes. • Significant work experience at management level in one or more relevant specialist areas. • Demonstrable experience in successful recruiting, managing, coaching and developing of staff.
2 x Information Governance Managers This work included line managing staff, providing expert data protection and information governance advice to internal staff and external partners, leading on information security incident investigations, managing data protection complaints, establishing information sharing agreements, overseeing individual rights requests etc. This is a hybrid role that ideally requires a minimum of 1 day in our Worcester based offices although we would prefer 2 days to align with attendance of other staff members. An Information Governance Manager that is supporting our Public Health Service with information governance work, including leading on information sharing agreements, privacy notices, data protection impact assessments and providing them with expert advice. All the other tasks mentioned above will likely be required as part of the role, but this one is focused on supporting a specific area of the Council (Public Health) and helping them prepare for local government reorganisation. This is a 3 month placement with an opportunity to extend beyond that. Lead the end-to-end management of complex information rights requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) , Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) and UK GDPR, ensuring legally robust responses within statutory deadlines. Provide specialist advice to academic departments and professional services on information rights matters, assessing exemptions and making disclosure decisions. Manage high-profile and sensitive requests, liaising with senior leadership and external stakeholders to ensure reputational and legal risks are effectively managed. Contribute to the continuous improvement of information governance processes, identifying opportunities to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency.
Jul 27, 2026
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2 x Information Governance Managers This work included line managing staff, providing expert data protection and information governance advice to internal staff and external partners, leading on information security incident investigations, managing data protection complaints, establishing information sharing agreements, overseeing individual rights requests etc. This is a hybrid role that ideally requires a minimum of 1 day in our Worcester based offices although we would prefer 2 days to align with attendance of other staff members. An Information Governance Manager that is supporting our Public Health Service with information governance work, including leading on information sharing agreements, privacy notices, data protection impact assessments and providing them with expert advice. All the other tasks mentioned above will likely be required as part of the role, but this one is focused on supporting a specific area of the Council (Public Health) and helping them prepare for local government reorganisation. This is a 3 month placement with an opportunity to extend beyond that. Lead the end-to-end management of complex information rights requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) , Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) and UK GDPR, ensuring legally robust responses within statutory deadlines. Provide specialist advice to academic departments and professional services on information rights matters, assessing exemptions and making disclosure decisions. Manage high-profile and sensitive requests, liaising with senior leadership and external stakeholders to ensure reputational and legal risks are effectively managed. Contribute to the continuous improvement of information governance processes, identifying opportunities to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency.
