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Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.

Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.

Deputy Director (Assessment Services), National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) Slough Office - Hybrid Working - Salary of circa £80,000 NFER is a leading independent charity dedicated to improving education outcomes through robust research and high-quality assessment. With over 80 years of impact, we work at the intersection of evidence, policy and practice, supporting schools, governments and system leaders in the UK and internationally. We are now seeking a senior leader to oversee and grow our assessment services portfolio. This is a pivotal appointment, combining strategic leadership, commercial acumen and sufficient technical understanding to operate credibly within a highly specialist environment. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for the development and delivery of large-scale assessments and services. They will play a central role in driving sustainable income growth, identifying new market opportunities and strengthening NFER's position both in the UK and internationally. Alongside this, the role requires strong internal leadership, bringing together teams that have experienced recent change and establishing a clear, forward-looking direction. Candidates will bring a track record of leading complex services or programmes, with experience of business development and client engagement. While deep assessment expertise is not essential, an ability to engage confidently with technical specialists and translate insight into commercial opportunity is critical. Above all, the successful individual will align with NFER's mission and demonstrate the judgement to balance impact with financial sustainability. This is an opportunity to shape the future of assessment within a respected, mission-driven organisation at a time of strategic investment in digital capability and growth. Closing date: 04 July 2026 Final panel interviews are due to be held at NFER's offices on 03 August 2026. For further information, including the candidate brief and details of the application process, please visit: National Foundation for Educational Research - Deputy Director of Assessment AQ or contact our advising consultants at Anderson Quigley for a confidential conversation: Helene Usherwood: Elyse Turner-Pearce:

Job Title: Head of Health & Social Care Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Overview of techUK's Health & Social Care Programme: techUK's Health & Social Care Programme convenes the companies shaping digital transformation across the NHS and social care. The programme supports members to understand policy, procurement and market developments, while working with government, NHS bodies, local leaders and system partners to create the conditions for technology to improve outcomes, productivity and experience across health and care. The programme includes established communities focused on commercial and procurement issues, interoperability and health data, social care, frontline digitisation and life sciences, and continues to expand into new areas of strategic importance such as femtech. Role Purpose: The role is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the programme, growing its impact and commercial performance, and ensuring techUK remains the leading industry voice on how technology can transform health and social care. Working at the intersection of policy, market engagement and member value, the successful candidate will help shape techUK's offer to the sector and ensure the programme continues to respond to the evolving needs of members, policymakers and the wider health and care system. The postholder will work closely with members, senior leaders across the NHS and social care, and government stakeholders to influence policy thinking, strengthen market engagement and help members navigate a complex and fast-moving landscape. They will be expected to identify emerging priorities, translate sector developments into practical opportunities for members, and create a programme of activity that is relevant, high impact and commercially sustainable. This role also plays a central leadership role in building new partnerships, driving programme growth and positioning techUK as the go-to organisation for insight, convening power and thought leadership in digital health and care. Key Responsibilities: Set the strategic direction for the Health & Social Care Programme, aligning activity with techUK's wider objectives and member priorities. Lead, coach and develop a team of programme professionals, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance. Provide thought leadership to members and colleagues on digital health and social care policy, market trends and technology adoption. Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government departments, NHS bodies, integrated care systems, social care leaders and other key stakeholders. Position techUK as a trusted partner and influential voice on digital transformation in health and social care. Deliver financial and non-financial targets, including member value, programme growth, commercial performance and stakeholder impact. Lead a high-quality programme of events, roundtables, market engagement activity and member forums. Oversee the Health & Social Care Council, an elected group representing the wider membership in this sector. Work closely with the Associate Director of Local Public Services on social care priorities and cross-cutting public sector issues. About you: Core Competencies: Highly motivated, proactive and commercially minded, with a strong sense of ownership and a 'can do' approach. Strong understanding of the UK health and social care landscape, including the policy agenda, key stakeholders and the role of technology in transformation. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and confidently to senior audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across industry, government and public services. Experience leading teams and managing performance effectively. Experience designing and delivering high-quality events, engagement programmes or member-facing activity. High levels of personal and professional integrity. Desirable Knowledge and Experience: Good understanding of wider technology trends and the UK technology sector. Confidence chairing meetings, moderating discussions and speaking at events. Ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal form. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, Head of Health Programme, Head of Social Care Programme, Deputy Head of Social Care Programme, Policy Lead, Public Services Programme Manager may be considered for this role

Job Description: Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine and Health) Post title and post number - Head of Research Operations College/Budget Centre - Research Strategy & Services Division Terms and Conditions - Administrative and Other Related Academic staff Job Family Framework - Managerial Grade - Grade 9 Salary Range - £58,225 - £67,468 (with potential to consider up to £73,708) Background The University of Birmingham is a global institution working within a diverse and vibrant City, offering an inspiring education to our students, and undertaking critically important research. We are a place of open, critical thinking, and the creation, sharing and dissemination of knowledge. Professional Services put students at the heart of all they do and enable an exceptional educational experience. They provide outstanding support to our researchers and help the University to grow its influence regionally, nationally, and globally. They ensure the University's resources are used wisely, manage and improve the infrastructure which sits at the heart of the institution, and support decisions to be made quickly and based on sound evidence. Our Birmingham Professional programme operates across the University, supporting colleagues to network and collaborate, offering opportunities to learn and develop, contributing to the delivery of the University's objectives, and helping everyone to understand the broader context within which we work. Department overview The University has a bold vision to build upon the success of REF2021 by continuing to enhance research performance across awards, outputs, income, and impact. At the core of this endeavour lies the Research Strategy & Services Division (RSSD), a newly established department focused on catalysing the University's Birmingham 2030 research ambitions. Role Summary The Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine & Health) is a pivotal role within the RSSD, responsible for leading a CMH research support function, working in close collaboration with the wider Division and academic and Professional Services colleagues in the College. Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations will lead a team of expert practitioners that deliver a portfolio of research support activities, including research development & facilitation, proposal drafting, budget preparation, compliance, and contracts negotiation. The successful candidate will provide visible and proactive leadership, ensuring regular face-to-face engagement to build trust, foster collaboration, and offer hands-on support to team members. They will create an environment where individuals feel valued and empowered, balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day guidance. Being present and accessible, the leader will strengthen team cohesion and drive performance. In addition, they will develop strong internal and external networks across the University and beyond, positioning the team as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality research support. Organograms RSSD: College Hub (Medicine and Health) RSSD: High level Structure Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations leads one of our four College Hub Research Support teams, encompassing all aspects of pre-award research support, due diligence, grants set up, and contracts. The Head of Research Operations is a core member of a wider, integrated research leadership team that works collectively across the full lifecycle of research activity. Working in close partnership with the Head of Research Strategy & Development, the Head of Post Award, the Trusted Research team, and the Research Ethics, Governance and Integrity team, the role contributes to a seamless, end-to-end approach to research support that brings together strategic development, operational delivery, and proportionate oversight of risk and compliance. This collaborative environment provides significant scope to shape creative and effective approaches across the research pathway - from proposal development through to the management of complex awards and contracts - while contributing to the design of efficient, sustainable processes and systems. As part of a supportive and high-performing leadership community, the role also offers strong opportunities for professional growth and career development, alongside the chance to make a tangible institutional impact. The RSSD is committed to a collaborative and open culture, and the Head of Research Operations will benefit from this and will embed this same culture within their College Hub Research Support team to ensure that colleagues are supported and work collectively. They will form part of the RSSD College Hubs Senior Leadership Team and the Extended Leadership Group for the wider Research Strategy & Services Division. Being approachable and open to staff within the RSSD and the wider University is a key element of the role, reflecting the collaborative approach that is essential to effective research support. Key internal stakeholders include academics, College Heads of Department, School Heads of Research and College Deputy Director of Operations for Research Support. The Head of Research Operations will also have the opportunity to develop relationships with strategic partners, funders and HEIs from across the sector. Main duties: Working with your Research Support Managers, lead a Research Support Team of c25 research support professionals to effectively manage and agree prioritisation of workload across all aspects of pre-award research support including: research development; research facilitation and support for proposal drafting; budget preparation and costing; compliance with funder terms and conditions; submissions to funder; regulatory compliance and trusted research, including due diligence on partners and funders and referrals for export control; grant set up; negotiation and agreement of research contracts and research-related agreements. Ensure timely monitoring and reporting to senior colleagues in RSSD and the College of key performance indicators including grant applications, awards, contribution, success rates and contracts clearance levels. Develop and lead innovations in research support that seek to enhance these measures and ensure that the impact of service innovations is clearly understood, that systemic issues are recognised and addressed, teams are supported to effectively deliver, and services are continually improved. As a contracts signatory for the University, ensure that there is a clear negotiating framework for all research and research related contracts, that is regularly reviewed and updated, which supports the negotiation of all agreements relating to research, ensuring that this includes appropriate provision for the protection of Intellectual Property, the effective transfer and protection of data including highly sensitive data, the right to publish academic work, and the recovery of appropriate funds to support research to support the overall financial position of the Colleges and University. Developing staff within the team to do the same, ensuring a strong, proportionate and risk-based approach to research contracting at the University. These agreements will include: industry-funded contract research, collaboration agreements, material transfer agreements, confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements and will also include trials specific agreements such as sponsorship agreements, and site agreements. To support teams with the more complex research applications and contracts as and when required, leading on such projects whilst providing team members the opportunity to develop their own skills in this regard via close working and ongoing mentorship in a culture of continuous professional development. Develop strong external networks across the Russell Group, professional bodies and wider sector to ensure the delivery of best practice at Birmingham. Empower the team to do the same, ensuring that the University is well connected and influential with major funders, partners, and collaborators from public sector, industry and policy organisations. Develop and embed a strong culture of collaboration, information and data sharing, and symbiotic working across the team to provide an agile, responsive and customer-focused service to researchers, external partners, and funders, to support the research ambitions of the College and the wider University in line with the Strategic Framework. Be responsible for HR matters within the team, leading and developing staff and ensuring that the recruitment, development and retention of highly capable staff is supported by clear development/career plans and performance processes and providing active support for, and leadership of, EDI matters. Bring innovative and creative solutions to the work of the Research Strategy & Services Division and working across the other RSSD Hubs to embed best practice, consistent and effective ways of working and to lead programmes of change. Act as an ambassador for the University, upholding and promoting the University's values and interests and deputising for the Deputy Director as required in high level delegations to campus from senior, board level representatives of major funders and partners ensuring that the University builds strong and effective partnerships in the pursuit of research income, impact, and influence. . click apply for full job details

Job Title: Head of Health & Social Care Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Overview of the organisations Health & Social Care Programme: The Health & Social Care Programme convenes the companies shaping digital transformation across the NHS and social care. The programme supports members to understand policy, procurement and market developments, while working with government, NHS bodies, local leaders and system partners to create the conditions for technology to improve outcomes, productivity and experience across health and care. The programme includes established communities focused on commercial and procurement issues, interoperability and health data, social care, frontline digitisation and life sciences, and continues to expand into new areas of strategic importance such as femtech. Role Purpose: The role is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the programme, growing its impact and commercial performance, and ensuring techUK remains the leading industry voice on how technology can transform health and social care. Working at the intersection of policy, market engagement and member value, the successful candidate will help shape the company's offer to the sector and ensure the programme continues to respond to the evolving needs of members, policymakers and the wider health and care system. The postholder will work closely with members, senior leaders across the NHS and social care, and government stakeholders to influence policy thinking, strengthen market engagement and help members navigate a complex and fast-moving landscape. They will be expected to identify emerging priorities, translate sector developments into practical opportunities for members, and create a programme of activity that is relevant, high impact and commercially sustainable. This role also plays a central leadership role in building new partnerships, driving programme growth and positioning techUK as the go-to organisation for insight, convening power and thought leadership in digital health and care. Key Responsibilities: Set the strategic direction for the Health & Social Care Programme, aligning activity with the company's wider objectives and member priorities. Lead, coach and develop a team of programme professionals, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance. Provide thought leadership to members and colleagues on digital health and social care policy, market trends and technology adoption. Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government departments, NHS bodies, integrated care systems, social care leaders and other key stakeholders. Position techUK as a trusted partner and influential voice on digital transformation in health and social care. Deliver financial and non-financial targets, including member value, programme growth, commercial performance and stakeholder impact. Lead a high-quality programme of events, roundtables, market engagement activity and member forums. Oversee the Health & Social Care Council, an elected group representing the wider membership in this sector. Work closely with the Associate Director of Local Public Services on social care priorities and cross-cutting public sector issues. About you: Core Competencies: Highly motivated, proactive and commercially minded, with a strong sense of ownership and a 'can do' approach. Strong understanding of the UK health and social care landscape, including the policy agenda, key stakeholders and the role of technology in transformation. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and confidently to senior audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across industry, government and public services. Experience leading teams and managing performance effectively. Experience designing and delivering high-quality events, engagement programmes or member-facing activity. High levels of personal and professional integrity. Desirable Knowledge and Experience: Good understanding of wider technology trends and the UK technology sector. Confidence chairing meetings, moderating discussions and speaking at events. Ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal form. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the company's London offices, however the company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Policy Manager, ecommerce Policy Manager, Policy Adviser, Senior Policy Adviser, Head of Health Programme, Head of Social Care Programme, Deputy Head of Social Care Programme, Policy Lead, Public Services Programme Manager may be considered for this role

Contract Type: Full-time (37.5 hours), Permanent Location: Cardiff, Cardiff International Study Centre Salary: up to £ 30,000 per annum To be part of the Student Experience Team and be responsible for coordinating student wellbeing, enrichment and engagement within the centre. The post holder will be operationally managed by the Student Experience Leader and will be responsible for the operational management of the Wellbeing Team. You will play a vital role in achieving the delivery of the best possible student experience. The role acts as DDSL or DSL ensuring the compliance of safeguarding with regulations and has the authority conferred on them to carry out this specific part of the role ABOUT THE ROLE Responsibility for the provision of student welfare, safeguarding, Prevent and Enrichment within the centre and the related administration and secure record-keeping Ensure effective case management of all student welfare concerns or information on LDHD, ensuring fair case loading of the Welfare and Student Experience Officers. Ensure the safeguarding of students in line with Study Group policy and standard operating procedures. Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead or Designated Safeguarding Lead, with agreement of Centre Director) (responsibilities are set out in the DSL Handbook and authority is conferred to enable escalation and ability to raise safeguarding issues in line with regulations and the safeguarding escalation policy). As DSL or DDSL, monitor the escalation phone on a rota basis. Monitor student whereabouts and coordinate the procedure as required. Create Agreed Support Plans (ASPs), including Safety Plans and Exit Plans, ensuring the necessary approval and escalation processes are followed. Organise induction and other wellbeing, enrichment and engagement activities, produce related materials to help develop skills and sense of community in liaison with the Senior Coordinator Progression & Engagement where appropriate. Collaborate and share appropriate information with the Senior Coordinator Progression & Engagement which may impact individual student performance and support with appropriate interventions. Ensure escalation of any concerns to the Student Experience Leader and Central Student Wellbeing team as required. Work collaboratively with teams within the ISC to ensure a holistic and consistent approach to welfare support and to advocate and embed inclusive practice within the classroom. Build relationships with the University Partner to ensure a cooperative and collaborative relationship to promote effective engagement to the benefit of students. In liaison with the Central Student Wellbeing team, ensure supervision is provided to the Welfare and Enrichment Officers, including running case reviews to share experience. Provide effective performance management of direct reports, including setting personal objectives and KPIs; regularly reviewing performance of direct reports; and conducting formal performance reviews according to company policy and procedures. Contribute to developing, communicating and enacting Study Group's Student Experience and Wellbeing Strategy, framework, policy and standard operating procedures through the Wellbeing Communities of Practice and DSL meetings. Support local awareness raising of safeguarding and safeguarding practices and procedures. Ensure the effective and efficient maintenance of all quality and enhancement related policies, procedures, and documents relating to key areas of responsibility. Contribute to the production of the Quarterly and Annual Safeguarding review and relevant parts of the Annual Monitoring Report. ABOUT YOU Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience to demonstrate ability to work and think independently) Administration or management training or qualification Higher level safeguarding training Line management of staff Working to develop, build and maintain the Student Experience Ability to structure your work in order to support student welfare and progression, and generate new ideas which will improve performance A strong understanding of Student Support activities and their contribution to the ISC as a whole, or equivalent experience in a similar setting A commitment to improve the team's performance and the ability to provide constructive feedback to team members about their work Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across functional areas, adopting a flexible working style Experience in HR duties, such as delivering training and/or taking part in the recruitment process ABOUT US Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. Additionally, our Insendi platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available. ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguarding and recognises its importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. For successful applicants, the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country-specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely.

Are you looking for a stretching and exciting role working with the sponsor and spending team of one of the largest savings organisations in the UK? If so, we'd love to hear from you ! About the Team The Debt & Reserves Management (DRM) team manages key financial assets and liabilities on the public sector balance sheet - using analysis, oversight and our stakeholder links to Bank of England, the Debt Management Office, National Savings & Investments and the Royal Mint. This role is part of the Retail Debt and Cash Issuance (RDCI) branch in DRM, a friendly, supportive and dynamic team leading on a wide ranging and high-profile set of policy issues, with significant engagement from ministers and Special Advisers. The branch is responsible for developing strategy and legislation related to banknote and coins; working closely with the Bank of England and the Royal Mint; sponsorship, policy and spending for National Savings and Investments (NS&I). About the Job As NS&I's sponsor and spending team, DRM supports NS&I in developing the strategic, operational, and financial framework it operates under. This covers a range of areas such as supporting NS&I in developing its strategy to raise finance, advising Ministers on NS&I's strategic framework, and ensuring NS&I is adequately funded to deliver its objectives, including delivery of its major transformation programme. Delivery of this programme makes up a significant portion of NS&I's spending review settlement, and scrutinising programme-related spending will be a key area of focus for the post-holder. DRM is also responsible for advising Ministers on any wider policy or operational measures that impact NS&I's performance and debt-raising role. In this role, you will: Support NS&I through spending processes, such as Main and Supplementary Estimates. This will involve independently liaising with stakeholders in NS&I's Finance team and across HM Treasury to ensure delivery is smooth and in line with government priorities. Oversee spending on NS&I's Transformation Programme to ensure compliance with HM Treasury spend controls and the SR25 settlement. This includes keeping track of NS&I's in-year financial position and advising seniors and ministers on any emerging risks, such as underspends. There will be scope to consider innovative approaches to managing any risks and increasing the effectiveness of spending controls. Scrutinise in-year expenditure of NS&I's capital and resource budgets. This includes evaluating business cases and spending proposals to put forward recommendations based on a deep understanding of NS&I's financial position. This will require close collaboration with seniors in NS&I and teams across HM Treasury to evaluate the impact of spending decisions and balance HMT and NS&I's priorities, challenging expenditure where necessary. Lead policy development relating to NS&I's short and long-term strategy. The post-holder will advise the EST on NS&I's annual service delivery metrics to ensure they are sufficiently stretching and balance outcomes for the consumer, taxpayer and customer. The post holder will also need to work closely with NS&I's Strategy Directorate to influence the development of NS&I's medium and long-term strategy to ensure alignment with government and organisational priorities and advise EST on approving this strategy ahead of March 2026. Lead appointments to NS&I's Board and the relationship with NS&I's People Directorate. This involves advising EST and seniors on all matters relating to NS&I's workforce and people strategy, such as annual pay remit increases. The post holder will also need to work closely with seniors across NS&I and HMT to lead and advise ministers on recruitment campaigns to appoint additional non-executive directors to NS&I's board. About You You will be able to evaluate different and sometimes competing evidence sources to come to a conclusion and advise senior partners. Collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including other organisations and prioritise and progress varied pieces of work in a timely and effective way. Some of the Benefits our people love! 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 public holidays and the King's birthday (unless you have a legacy arrangement as an existing Civil Servant). Additionally, we operate flexitime systems, allowing employees to take up to an additional 2 days off each month Flexible working patterns (part-time, job-share, condensed hours) Generous parental and adoption leave packages Access to a generous Defined Benefit pension scheme with employer contributions of 28.97% Access to a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme and season ticket advances A range of active staff networks, based around interests (e.g. analysts, music society, sports and social club) and diversity For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at .