HOUSE OF COMMONS-3
Clerk of the House of Commons The Role This role of Clerk of the House of Commons is an exciting and unique opportunity to contribute to the work of the UK Parliament at the highest level. The Clerk of the House of Commons is an official member of the House of Commons Commission and chairs the Commons Executive Board. The postholder is appointed by the Crown as the chief adviser to the House on matters of parliamentary procedure, privilege and broader constitutional issues. As Head of the House of Commons Administration of around 4,000 staff, the Clerk provides strategic leadership and is ultimately responsible for the services provided to meet the strategic objectives of the administration of the House, through line management of and delegation to the Director General of the House of Commons. The Clerk also chairs the House Administration's Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group and must be able to demonstrate a strong personal commitment to those issues. Why join us? In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive package of benefits, including: Generous annual leave starting at 30 days, increasing to 35 days after one year. Membership of the Civil Service pension scheme, with an average employer contribution of around 27%. Flexible and hybrid working options, where role requirements allow, to help you balance professional and personal commitments. Enhanced family friendly policies, including parental and caring leave. What we are looking for This post requires experience in high-level decision-making and strategic people management, the ability to inspire a diverse workforce, strong interpersonal skills, political impartiality and sensitivity, and detailed knowledge and expert understanding of the practices and procedures of the House of Commons. The Clerk is often required to give such procedural advice without notice to the Speaker, and when required to the Deputy Speakers, the Leader of the House, the Shadow Leader, Members of the front benches and individual Members of the House, and must be able to draft or explain it quickly, clearly and accurately. Good communication skills are an essential requirement, as is the capacity to respond quickly to often fast-moving events, with high reputational risks. Next steps and additional information The Clerk of the House will be selected on the basis of a combination of a written application, an assessment and interview. All candidates will be required to demonstrate in their written application and at interview how their experience has equipped them to meet the requirements of the role. The criteria that will be used to assess whether candidates have the required knowledge, experience, skills and qualities are set out above and in the Job Description. In your application you should give examples with evidence from your current or previous roles as to how you meet each of these criteria. All applicants are required to provide the following: A CV (maximum three sides of A4) with your full employment history as well as any unpaid or community activity. A short supporting statement (maximum two sides of A4) giving evidence of the strength and depth of your ability to meet the criteria for the role as detailed in the Job Description. The names and contact details for two referees. These must be people who know you well enough to comment on your suitability for the post and will be expected to have authoritative and personal knowledge of your achievements. As part of the online application process, you are asked to complete: A diversity monitoring form. This form will not be disclosed to anyone involved in assessing your application. More information on the role can be found in the Candidate Pack, which includes the Job Description and essential criteria. Applicants must ensure that anything submitted must be factually accurate. Plagiarism 'can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.' Whilst candidates can make use of AI, they must do it truthfully. Where possible experience stated within the supporting statement should also be visible in the cv part of the application. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications, statements, and CVs; submissions must be truthful and relevant to experience. Please ensure that you anonymise your application by removing any identifiable factors from your CV or Supporting Statement. The closing date is Tuesday 12th May 2026 (midday).
Clerk of the House of Commons The Role This role of Clerk of the House of Commons is an exciting and unique opportunity to contribute to the work of the UK Parliament at the highest level. The Clerk of the House of Commons is an official member of the House of Commons Commission and chairs the Commons Executive Board. The postholder is appointed by the Crown as the chief adviser to the House on matters of parliamentary procedure, privilege and broader constitutional issues. As Head of the House of Commons Administration of around 4,000 staff, the Clerk provides strategic leadership and is ultimately responsible for the services provided to meet the strategic objectives of the administration of the House, through line management of and delegation to the Director General of the House of Commons. The Clerk also chairs the House Administration's Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group and must be able to demonstrate a strong personal commitment to those issues. Why join us? In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive package of benefits, including: Generous annual leave starting at 30 days, increasing to 35 days after one year. Membership of the Civil Service pension scheme, with an average employer contribution of around 27%. Flexible and hybrid working options, where role requirements allow, to help you balance professional and personal commitments. Enhanced family friendly policies, including parental and caring leave. What we are looking for This post requires experience in high-level decision-making and strategic people management, the ability to inspire a diverse workforce, strong interpersonal skills, political impartiality and sensitivity, and detailed knowledge and expert understanding of the practices and procedures of the House of Commons. The Clerk is often required to give such procedural advice without notice to the Speaker, and when required to the Deputy Speakers, the Leader of the House, the Shadow Leader, Members of the front benches and individual Members of the House, and must be able to draft or explain it quickly, clearly and accurately. Good communication skills are an essential requirement, as is the capacity to respond quickly to often fast-moving events, with high reputational risks. Next steps and additional information The Clerk of the House will be selected on the basis of a combination of a written application, an assessment and interview. All candidates will be required to demonstrate in their written application and at interview how their experience has equipped them to meet the requirements of the role. The criteria that will be used to assess whether candidates have the required knowledge, experience, skills and qualities are set out above and in the Job Description. In your application you should give examples with evidence from your current or previous roles as to how you meet each of these criteria. All applicants are required to provide the following: A CV (maximum three sides of A4) with your full employment history as well as any unpaid or community activity. A short supporting statement (maximum two sides of A4) giving evidence of the strength and depth of your ability to meet the criteria for the role as detailed in the Job Description. The names and contact details for two referees. These must be people who know you well enough to comment on your suitability for the post and will be expected to have authoritative and personal knowledge of your achievements. As part of the online application process, you are asked to complete: A diversity monitoring form. This form will not be disclosed to anyone involved in assessing your application. More information on the role can be found in the Candidate Pack, which includes the Job Description and essential criteria. Applicants must ensure that anything submitted must be factually accurate. Plagiarism 'can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.' Whilst candidates can make use of AI, they must do it truthfully. Where possible experience stated within the supporting statement should also be visible in the cv part of the application. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications, statements, and CVs; submissions must be truthful and relevant to experience. Please ensure that you anonymise your application by removing any identifiable factors from your CV or Supporting Statement. The closing date is Tuesday 12th May 2026 (midday).
AJ Bell
Job Description We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Internal Controls Manager to join our growing FTSE 250 business. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Internal Controls, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing the Group's financial, operational, and compliance control environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambitious setting and is passionate about driving continuous improvement across the internal control framework. About the role: You will support the development and ongoing monitoring of the Group's internal control framework, with a focus on operational and compliance controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to enhance control design, perform effectiveness testing, and ensure compliance with evolving governance requirements. Key Responsibilities: Support the Senior Manager Internal Controls in the ongoing development and monitoring of the Group's operational and compliance elements of the internal control framework. Conduct design effectiveness reviews of operational and compliance controls, create/review process maps, and work with the business and SMEs to resolve control design failures and monitor remediation plans. Perform operating effectiveness testing of controls, provide outcomes and recommendations, and work with the business to address root causes of control deficiencies and track remediation plans. Provide guidance and best practice advice to operational and compliance control owners on remediation activities and internal control improvements. Advise and educate the business on the impact of new UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. Assist in preparing control assessment findings and recommendations for Executive and Board Committees. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Competence: Proven experience in a risk, internal control, or audit role, ideally within a regulated industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong ability to formulate proposals, provide recommendations, and collaborate with risk and control owners to address control weaknesses. Knowledge & Skills: Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively. Confidence working to tight reporting deadlines. Solid technical skills with a logical, problem-solving mindset. Methodical and disciplined approach, balancing attention to detail with a clear understanding of the broader context. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 620,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £96.1 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,450 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2024 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. What we offer: Starting salary c.£60,000 (Negotiable DOE) Generous holiday allowance of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service Holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Job Description We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Internal Controls Manager to join our growing FTSE 250 business. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Internal Controls, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing the Group's financial, operational, and compliance control environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambitious setting and is passionate about driving continuous improvement across the internal control framework. About the role: You will support the development and ongoing monitoring of the Group's internal control framework, with a focus on operational and compliance controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to enhance control design, perform effectiveness testing, and ensure compliance with evolving governance requirements. Key Responsibilities: Support the Senior Manager Internal Controls in the ongoing development and monitoring of the Group's operational and compliance elements of the internal control framework. Conduct design effectiveness reviews of operational and compliance controls, create/review process maps, and work with the business and SMEs to resolve control design failures and monitor remediation plans. Perform operating effectiveness testing of controls, provide outcomes and recommendations, and work with the business to address root causes of control deficiencies and track remediation plans. Provide guidance and best practice advice to operational and compliance control owners on remediation activities and internal control improvements. Advise and educate the business on the impact of new UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. Assist in preparing control assessment findings and recommendations for Executive and Board Committees. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Competence: Proven experience in a risk, internal control, or audit role, ideally within a regulated industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong ability to formulate proposals, provide recommendations, and collaborate with risk and control owners to address control weaknesses. Knowledge & Skills: Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively. Confidence working to tight reporting deadlines. Solid technical skills with a logical, problem-solving mindset. Methodical and disciplined approach, balancing attention to detail with a clear understanding of the broader context. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 620,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £96.1 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,450 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2024 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. What we offer: Starting salary c.£60,000 (Negotiable DOE) Generous holiday allowance of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service Holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
