Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, including descriptors for each level here: Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide - gov.scot How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 Octoberhowever this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The Final Interview Panel will take place in person in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. Interviews will be chaired by Liz Walmsley, Civil Service Commission. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Indicative Timeline Interviews: w/c 20 October. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately. Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. About us The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules. Benefits Alongside your salary of £138,533, Scottish Government contributes £40,133 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Working pattern Applicants on any working pattern are welcome to apply for this post. If you are interested in applying on a job-share basis, please make clear in your application if you wish to be considered as a pre-existing job-share partnership or if you are interested in moving into a job-share arrangement. We will assess proposed working patterns against the business requirements for the post and discuss all options with candidates. Our standard hours are 37 hours per week, we offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. Edinburgh with regular travel across Scotland and to London. Please note that hybrid working arrangements currently apply. . click apply for full job details
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, including descriptors for each level here: Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide - gov.scot How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 Octoberhowever this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The Final Interview Panel will take place in person in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. Interviews will be chaired by Liz Walmsley, Civil Service Commission. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Indicative Timeline Interviews: w/c 20 October. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately. Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. About us The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules. Benefits Alongside your salary of £138,533, Scottish Government contributes £40,133 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Working pattern Applicants on any working pattern are welcome to apply for this post. If you are interested in applying on a job-share basis, please make clear in your application if you wish to be considered as a pre-existing job-share partnership or if you are interested in moving into a job-share arrangement. We will assess proposed working patterns against the business requirements for the post and discuss all options with candidates. Our standard hours are 37 hours per week, we offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. Edinburgh with regular travel across Scotland and to London. Please note that hybrid working arrangements currently apply. . click apply for full job details
Hays Accounts and Finance
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Hays is recruiting for one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms. The firm is a fast-growing firm with big ambitions and looking to appoint a Corporate Tax Director or Senior Manager for their Cambridge office. When you become part of the Tax team, you will discover a culture celebrating individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility and collaboration, whilst not only embracing change but impacting it. The National Corporate Tax Service Line works with clients across a broad range of business types and sectors, from owner-managed businesses and middle market organisations to large multinational groups. They manage their tax affairs on the compliance side whilst also acting as expert advisors when planning matters arise. The latter includes, but is not exclusive to, due diligence, transactions and restructuring, as well as innovation relief. About the role You will work on a varied portfolio of clients and groups, some with complex tax affairs, ensuring both excellent client service and identification of further work opportunities. The role will include undertaking the more complex compliance work, reviewing work undertaken by junior team members, and working on a variety of advisory projects. In addition, you will have the opportunity to assist senior staff through involvement in business development opportunities, proposals and networking events. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team at an exciting part of the journey, working on a hybrid basis and reaping the rewards of being at home and in the office on a weekly basis. The variety of projects will challenge you every day, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally. You'll have plenty of opportunity to broaden your horizons and discover a culture that nurtures individuality and celebrates fresh thinking! Responsibilities: Being an integral part of a high-performing tax compliance and advisory team that supports and advises a range of interesting, fast-growing and entrepreneurial companies and their owners, as well as larger corporates and international clients who operate in a range of sectors. Being a key part of the client service team and taking ownership of a client portfolio, including leading the delivery of a premium corporation tax compliance service and being the client's main contact during the process, having regular dialogue with key members of the client's team. Providing value-adding, technically accurate, clear and concise tax advice covering a range of technical issues relevant to your client's business risks, challenges and opportunities. Such areas are likely to include: international expansion, transfer pricing, R&D tax relief, group & shareholder reorganisations, loss relief, tax treatment of interest, capital allowances and tax aspects of acquisitions and disposals. With assistance, building your external network of peers (client and non-client) and maintaining an understanding of the breadth of the firm's capability and general business and economic factors relevant to our clients. Working closely with the partners and directors in tax and other service lines to go out to market and support the business development activities in the region. Liaising regularly with colleagues in other departments to assist them in providing a high-quality service to their clients and identifying tax-related risks and opportunities for their clients. Embracing the mindset of continual improvement in your skills, knowledge and capability for the benefit of our clients, and as part of your own development as well as others, providing coaching and guidance to junior members of the team. About the ideal candidate You will have solid corporate tax advisory experience, effective team leadership and business development skills. Opportunities for progression are open for the right candidate with excellent support for training and development needs. ACA qualified (or equivalent). CTA qualified, preferred, or proven tax advisory experience. Experience in a client or customer-facing role. Excellent corporate tax compliance experience in preparing and reviewing tax computations. Comprehensive corporate tax technical knowledge and experience. Proven tax advisory experience in technical matters. Proven experience in client handling and managing a busy portfolio. Experience and interest in business development and converting relationships into fee-paying work. Significant previous experience operating as a Manager or a similar role is required or can demonstrate the skill set required to undertake an Associate Director role. Rewards and benefits Our client recognises that their people are their most important asset. You will be offered a flexible reward and benefit package that will help you have fulfilling experiences - both in and out of work, including assets that enhance your health and wellbeing, helping you maintain a strong work/life balance. With competitive financial rewards and a culture of recognition for hard work, you will feel truly rewarded. Please apply online or contact Cara Whyte at Hays to discuss your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Hays is recruiting for one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms. The firm is a fast-growing firm with big ambitions and looking to appoint a Corporate Tax Director or Senior Manager for their Cambridge office. When you become part of the Tax team, you will discover a culture celebrating individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility and collaboration, whilst not only embracing change but impacting it. The National Corporate Tax Service Line works with clients across a broad range of business types and sectors, from owner-managed businesses and middle market organisations to large multinational groups. They manage their tax affairs on the compliance side whilst also acting as expert advisors when planning matters arise. The latter includes, but is not exclusive to, due diligence, transactions and restructuring, as well as innovation relief. About the role You will work on a varied portfolio of clients and groups, some with complex tax affairs, ensuring both excellent client service and identification of further work opportunities. The role will include undertaking the more complex compliance work, reviewing work undertaken by junior team members, and working on a variety of advisory projects. In addition, you will have the opportunity to assist senior staff through involvement in business development opportunities, proposals and networking events. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team at an exciting part of the journey, working on a hybrid basis and reaping the rewards of being at home and in the office on a weekly basis. The variety of projects will challenge you every day, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally. You'll have plenty of opportunity to broaden your horizons and discover a culture that nurtures individuality and celebrates fresh thinking! Responsibilities: Being an integral part of a high-performing tax compliance and advisory team that supports and advises a range of interesting, fast-growing and entrepreneurial companies and their owners, as well as larger corporates and international clients who operate in a range of sectors. Being a key part of the client service team and taking ownership of a client portfolio, including leading the delivery of a premium corporation tax compliance service and being the client's main contact during the process, having regular dialogue with key members of the client's team. Providing value-adding, technically accurate, clear and concise tax advice covering a range of technical issues relevant to your client's business risks, challenges and opportunities. Such areas are likely to include: international expansion, transfer pricing, R&D tax relief, group & shareholder reorganisations, loss relief, tax treatment of interest, capital allowances and tax aspects of acquisitions and disposals. With assistance, building your external network of peers (client and non-client) and maintaining an understanding of the breadth of the firm's capability and general business and economic factors relevant to our clients. Working closely with the partners and directors in tax and other service lines to go out to market and support the business development activities in the region. Liaising regularly with colleagues in other departments to assist them in providing a high-quality service to their clients and identifying tax-related risks and opportunities for their clients. Embracing the mindset of continual improvement in your skills, knowledge and capability for the benefit of our clients, and as part of your own development as well as others, providing coaching and guidance to junior members of the team. About the ideal candidate You will have solid corporate tax advisory experience, effective team leadership and business development skills. Opportunities for progression are open for the right candidate with excellent support for training and development needs. ACA qualified (or equivalent). CTA qualified, preferred, or proven tax advisory experience. Experience in a client or customer-facing role. Excellent corporate tax compliance experience in preparing and reviewing tax computations. Comprehensive corporate tax technical knowledge and experience. Proven tax advisory experience in technical matters. Proven experience in client handling and managing a busy portfolio. Experience and interest in business development and converting relationships into fee-paying work. Significant previous experience operating as a Manager or a similar role is required or can demonstrate the skill set required to undertake an Associate Director role. Rewards and benefits Our client recognises that their people are their most important asset. You will be offered a flexible reward and benefit package that will help you have fulfilling experiences - both in and out of work, including assets that enhance your health and wellbeing, helping you maintain a strong work/life balance. With competitive financial rewards and a culture of recognition for hard work, you will feel truly rewarded. Please apply online or contact Cara Whyte at Hays to discuss your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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Corporate Tax Senior Manager job ACA ACCA CTA Guildford Surrey London Hybrid Flexible Your new company My client is a modern accountancy practice in the Top 20 with a well-established tax team. They have an excellent culture, are friendly and collaborative, embrace AI, with excellent offices which have on-site showers, a communal kitchen and eating area, a table tennis table and more. An opportunity is available in their team in an advisory capacity. They have an excellent client base with UK and International clients. The varied portfolio includes complex work. Your new role You will: Be responsible for the compliance of a portfolio of corporate tax clients including large companies, owner-managed businesses, groups and sector-specific companies. The role will be approximately 80% advisory and 20% compliance work. Work on a broad range of ad hoc tax consultancy assignments is a considerable part of the role. This may include reorganisations, R&D tax, share schemes, property give-ups, international tax etc. Identify tax planning opportunities and follow these through with the Tax Partner and the relevant partners. Have overall responsibility for the compliance function for a portfolio of corporate tax clients. Advise corporate tax clients of tax liabilities due on a timely basis Communicate effectively with clients both orally and in writing Deal with all client queries promptly and efficiently Report to the client partner on all matters relevant to the client's tax affairs Travel to the Guildford or London office and client sites when required What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified tax professional, ACCA, ACA or CTA qualified. Have experience of managing a portfolio of clients and be able to demonstrate your advisory skills during interview What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on your experience of up to £100,000. Hybrid working options are available with 1 day a week in the office or more if you wish, flexible working options are also available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call me now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Corporate Tax Senior Manager job ACA ACCA CTA Guildford Surrey London Hybrid Flexible Your new company My client is a modern accountancy practice in the Top 20 with a well-established tax team. They have an excellent culture, are friendly and collaborative, embrace AI, with excellent offices which have on-site showers, a communal kitchen and eating area, a table tennis table and more. An opportunity is available in their team in an advisory capacity. They have an excellent client base with UK and International clients. The varied portfolio includes complex work. Your new role You will: Be responsible for the compliance of a portfolio of corporate tax clients including large companies, owner-managed businesses, groups and sector-specific companies. The role will be approximately 80% advisory and 20% compliance work. Work on a broad range of ad hoc tax consultancy assignments is a considerable part of the role. This may include reorganisations, R&D tax, share schemes, property give-ups, international tax etc. Identify tax planning opportunities and follow these through with the Tax Partner and the relevant partners. Have overall responsibility for the compliance function for a portfolio of corporate tax clients. Advise corporate tax clients of tax liabilities due on a timely basis Communicate effectively with clients both orally and in writing Deal with all client queries promptly and efficiently Report to the client partner on all matters relevant to the client's tax affairs Travel to the Guildford or London office and client sites when required What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified tax professional, ACCA, ACA or CTA qualified. Have experience of managing a portfolio of clients and be able to demonstrate your advisory skills during interview What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on your experience of up to £100,000. Hybrid working options are available with 1 day a week in the office or more if you wish, flexible working options are also available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call me now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Location: Essex Salary Package : 46,142 - 52,514 per annum Benefits for the Regulatory affairs Officer : Permanent full-time role with stability and employment benefits Prestigious local authority Work for a special project within DEPARTMENT FOR NEIGHBOURHOODS AND ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC PROTECTION Local government pension scheme Generous annual leave Flexible working Training and development NonStop Consulting is currently working with UK government authority to recruit a Regulatory Affairs Officer for one of the local councils in Essex. Responsibilities of Regulatory Affairs Officer: To carry out a range of complex Regulatory Services duties including taking lead responsibility for statutory functions involving projects / inspection programmes / major or complex investigations / supervising other staff members / regional coordination work / council's corporate projects (business partnerships etc) Please apply if: - you have experience applying national/regional/local policies to regulatory services work - evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) - complex housing disrepair issues/ complex investigations - you have Professional Qualification in a relevant area of Regulatory Services You can send your CV directly to me at (url removed) If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Location: Essex Salary Package : 46,142 - 52,514 per annum Benefits for the Regulatory affairs Officer : Permanent full-time role with stability and employment benefits Prestigious local authority Work for a special project within DEPARTMENT FOR NEIGHBOURHOODS AND ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC PROTECTION Local government pension scheme Generous annual leave Flexible working Training and development NonStop Consulting is currently working with UK government authority to recruit a Regulatory Affairs Officer for one of the local councils in Essex. Responsibilities of Regulatory Affairs Officer: To carry out a range of complex Regulatory Services duties including taking lead responsibility for statutory functions involving projects / inspection programmes / major or complex investigations / supervising other staff members / regional coordination work / council's corporate projects (business partnerships etc) Please apply if: - you have experience applying national/regional/local policies to regulatory services work - evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) - complex housing disrepair issues/ complex investigations - you have Professional Qualification in a relevant area of Regulatory Services You can send your CV directly to me at (url removed) If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Location: Essex Salary Package : 46,142 - 52,514 per annum Benefits for the Housing Regulatory affairs Officer : Permanent full-time role with stability and employment benefits Prestigious local authority Work for a special project within DEPARTMENT FOR NEIGHBOURHOODS AND ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC PROTECTION Local government pension scheme Generous annual leave Flexible working Training and development NonStop Consulting is currently working with UK government authority to recruit a Housing Regulatory Affairs Officer for one of the local councils in Essex. Responsibilities of Housing Regulatory Affairs Officer: To carry out a range of complex Regulatory Services duties including taking lead responsibility for statutory functions involving projects / inspection programmes / major or complex investigations / supervising other staff members / regional coordination work / council's corporate projects (business partnerships etc) Please apply if: - you have experience applying national/regional/local policies to regulatory services work - evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) - complex housing disrepair issues/ complex investigations - you have Professional Qualification in a relevant area of Regulatory Services You can send your CV directly to me at (url removed) If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Location: Essex Salary Package : 46,142 - 52,514 per annum Benefits for the Housing Regulatory affairs Officer : Permanent full-time role with stability and employment benefits Prestigious local authority Work for a special project within DEPARTMENT FOR NEIGHBOURHOODS AND ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC PROTECTION Local government pension scheme Generous annual leave Flexible working Training and development NonStop Consulting is currently working with UK government authority to recruit a Housing Regulatory Affairs Officer for one of the local councils in Essex. Responsibilities of Housing Regulatory Affairs Officer: To carry out a range of complex Regulatory Services duties including taking lead responsibility for statutory functions involving projects / inspection programmes / major or complex investigations / supervising other staff members / regional coordination work / council's corporate projects (business partnerships etc) Please apply if: - you have experience applying national/regional/local policies to regulatory services work - evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) - complex housing disrepair issues/ complex investigations - you have Professional Qualification in a relevant area of Regulatory Services You can send your CV directly to me at (url removed) If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit Interim Director - Sustainable Development on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Lead, manage, deliver and develop the Division's services and resources in a manner consistent with the Council's aims and policies and the professional standards falling within the scope of the Division. Lead the Sustainable Development senior management team and the overall aims, objectives, statutory obligations and targets. Lead the strategic management of a range of functions and provide specialist advice to the corporate management team on policy strategy and regulation within the remit of the role. Given the portfolio of responsibilities the post also plays a pivotal role in the delivery of the Council's corporate vision, Luton 2040, in relation to the town centre regeneration, airport growth, inward investment and strategic transport. More specifically the Sustainable Development Division leads on the ambition to become a net zero carbon town by 2040. You will be responsible to: To make an active and positive contribution to the Council's strategic plans and policies, as well as to the process of implementing cultural change and organisational development and facilitate the creation of a common purpose across the organisation, by working across cross cutting areas collaboratively as a member of the Senior Management team. To implement the Council's modernisation agenda, by providing support at all levels and by promoting the active participation of local people in the Council's affairs. To promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff. Ensure the embedding of a digital focus applied across the whole of the way we work, in service plans and outcomes. To be accountable for ensuring the highest standards of health and safety across the Council and, more specifically, within areas under your direct control. To regularly review and evaluate the resource requirements of your services, in terms of both maintaining essential service delivery and proactively bringing about improvement, development and efficiency. To actively foster and develop positive relationships with all local agencies and partners, including the voluntary sector and local business, as well as with other statutory bodies at regional and national levels. Skills and Experience: Successful track record and background of consistent achievement as a senior manager including strategic management of transformation programmes, operational performance and financial budgets Extensive experience of developing strategic and local policies and their delivery in respect to sustainable, integrated land use, transport and environmental proposals Able to work effectively with partners and the community demonstrating drive and passion to understand and achieve joint goals and objectives, sharing information and valuing others experience and expertise Able to grasp and comprehend a situation, it's component parts and implications, and find and organise practical and effective resolutions by making and acting on sound decisions Able to stand back and consider the strategic 'bigger picture' including setting the long term plan and delivering the vision for the way forward Able to understand and apply business and commercial principles to the service, considering costs, profits, markets and added value Professional qualification in a relevant discipline land use planning, transportation or environment Membership of a relevant professional body, RTPI, CIHT, CILT or similar Understanding of current relevant legislation and statutory requirements associated with the respective service delivery portfolio Able to attend meetings outside office hours and work in other activities at weekends and in the evening About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit Interim Director - Sustainable Development on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Lead, manage, deliver and develop the Division's services and resources in a manner consistent with the Council's aims and policies and the professional standards falling within the scope of the Division. Lead the Sustainable Development senior management team and the overall aims, objectives, statutory obligations and targets. Lead the strategic management of a range of functions and provide specialist advice to the corporate management team on policy strategy and regulation within the remit of the role. Given the portfolio of responsibilities the post also plays a pivotal role in the delivery of the Council's corporate vision, Luton 2040, in relation to the town centre regeneration, airport growth, inward investment and strategic transport. More specifically the Sustainable Development Division leads on the ambition to become a net zero carbon town by 2040. You will be responsible to: To make an active and positive contribution to the Council's strategic plans and policies, as well as to the process of implementing cultural change and organisational development and facilitate the creation of a common purpose across the organisation, by working across cross cutting areas collaboratively as a member of the Senior Management team. To implement the Council's modernisation agenda, by providing support at all levels and by promoting the active participation of local people in the Council's affairs. To promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff. Ensure the embedding of a digital focus applied across the whole of the way we work, in service plans and outcomes. To be accountable for ensuring the highest standards of health and safety across the Council and, more specifically, within areas under your direct control. To regularly review and evaluate the resource requirements of your services, in terms of both maintaining essential service delivery and proactively bringing about improvement, development and efficiency. To actively foster and develop positive relationships with all local agencies and partners, including the voluntary sector and local business, as well as with other statutory bodies at regional and national levels. Skills and Experience: Successful track record and background of consistent achievement as a senior manager including strategic management of transformation programmes, operational performance and financial budgets Extensive experience of developing strategic and local policies and their delivery in respect to sustainable, integrated land use, transport and environmental proposals Able to work effectively with partners and the community demonstrating drive and passion to understand and achieve joint goals and objectives, sharing information and valuing others experience and expertise Able to grasp and comprehend a situation, it's component parts and implications, and find and organise practical and effective resolutions by making and acting on sound decisions Able to stand back and consider the strategic 'bigger picture' including setting the long term plan and delivering the vision for the way forward Able to understand and apply business and commercial principles to the service, considering costs, profits, markets and added value Professional qualification in a relevant discipline land use planning, transportation or environment Membership of a relevant professional body, RTPI, CIHT, CILT or similar Understanding of current relevant legislation and statutory requirements associated with the respective service delivery portfolio Able to attend meetings outside office hours and work in other activities at weekends and in the evening About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Director - General Net Zero Job Description Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 October however this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. Closing date: 7 September 2025 at 23:55. Interviews: w/c 20 October 2025. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Director - General Net Zero Job Description Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 October however this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. Closing date: 7 September 2025 at 23:55. Interviews: w/c 20 October 2025. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately.
