The Insolvency Service
G6 Assistant Director of Change Governance
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Job Summary
Birmingham, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Exeter, Ipswich, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Nottingham. (Croydon and Stratford will only be available to existing employees of the Insolvency Service).
The Insolvency Service is a leading government agency which plays a crucial role in providing essential services to the public and to business. The work we do is important to the proper functioning of markets, the economy in general and support for thousands of people each year who are in financial difficulty.
We are looking for an inspiring, forward-thinking leader to join the Corporate and Operational Services (COS) Senior Leadership Team heading up our Change Governance Teams. This role offers an opportunity to provide comprehensive oversight and ensure seamless coordination across the Change Governance functions. This role encompasses a broad remit, spanning people and capability development, risk management, governance and assurance, strategic business planning and reporting, business support services and oversight of the Change Management Office.
Inclusive and diverse teams are important to us. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups underrepresented in our workforce. The Insolvency Service strives to ensure that the agency is a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place for everybody to bring their true self to work and to help the agency to achieve its diversity objectives. We have 9 active employee network groups available to join or become an ally, these include, Carers Network, Disability network group, Employee Assistance, Representatives, FACES Network Group, LGBT+, Mind Matters, Part Time Workers, The Shed - Men’s Network Group and Women’s Network Group.
We offer full-time, part-time, job share and flexible ways of working. We value capability, technical skills and experience and we place great emphasis on lifetime development to support our people. We encourage our employees to become more involved in areas they feel strongly about, whether it be for the benefit of the agency, through our Engagement network or in their own local communities via volunteering opportunities.
The Insolvency Service is a great place to work, learn and grow your career!
Job Description
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional strategic acumen, innovative thinking, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Acting as a champion of our long-term vision, to ensure we are ‘fit for the future’ to deliver the new agency strategy, you will be instrumental in guiding our teams through complex change, fostering a culture of collaboration, capability building, and high performance. You will be an advocate for effective governance, robust resource management, and impactful communication, ensuring that Corporate and Operational Services (COS) not only adheres to best practices but also sets new benchmarks for success. Your leadership will be pivotal to empower teams, nurture talent, and ensure that our collective achievements are underpinned by shared values and a relentless pursuit of organisational goals working across COS and the wider Agency.
Responsibilities
Brilliant Leadership
- As part of the Corporate and Operational Services (COS) leadership team, ensure a cohesive overall approach to achieving objectives, leading by example, demonstrating core values and role modelling the ethos of collective success.
- Ensure alignment with strategic objectives and overall vision, defining clear roles and responsibilities and fostering a structure that supports collaboration, efficiency and continuous improvement.
Strategic Business And Financial Planning
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- Work across the Agency to develop and prioritise long-term strategies that align with the Agency’s goals and objectives. Monitor and report on the progress of strategic initiatives.
Governance And Assurance
- Lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, oversee risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations, and tracking benefits and efficiencies.
Resource Management And Capability Building
- Lead the development of our resourcing strategy including Strategic Workforce Planning and the efficient allocation of resources to ensure optimal productivity and performance.
Communication
- Communicate the COS narrative to a wide range of stakeholders. Ensuring clear and consistent messaging across the organisation.
Change Management And Impact Analysis
- Responsible at agency level for shaping, mapping and assessing the impact of COS on individuals, teams and our organisation.
Business Support Services
- Oversee the implementation of tailored business support to maintain the efficient and effective running of COS, supervising the single-entry point for all COS related queries.
Person specification
The Successful Candidate Will Be Able To
- Demonstrate strategic thinking, financial expertise, and a collaborative approach to developing long-term strategies.
- Be confident and competent in the use of data, using this to inform decisions.
- Balance competing demands and adapt to changing priorities.
- Lead people through change with empathy and clarity, identifying and addressing risks related to people, processes, and outcomes.
- Possess knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management, and compliance requirements.
- Show strategic agility and apply problem-solving skills to optimise resource allocation in dynamic settings.
- Champion new working methods that promote adaptability and effectiveness.
- Communicate effectively, build trust and credibility with senior leaders and teams, and challenge and influence at senior levels.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
Leadership
Alongside your salary of £72,113, Insolvency Service contributes £20,891 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).
We want you to have a good work-life balance and want to support you in all that you do, so we offer a great benefits package including:
- Flexible working arrangements and flexi-time
- Full time new entrants to the Civil Service and those Civil Servants on modernised terms and conditions will be entitled to 25 days leave increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years’ service
- In addition to this you are entitled to 8 public/bank holidays plus an additional day of privilege leave
- Competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave
- 5 days paid leave for learning and development
- 5 days paid for volunteering
- A Cycle to work scheme
- Staff have access to an employee assistance programme, Workplace Wellness, for confidential, independent support and advice during difficult times in either their professional or personal life
Your pension is a valuable part of your total reward package where the employer makes a significant contribution to the cost of your pension. Your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken. This means, if you pay tax, your take-home pay will not be reduced by the full amount of your contribution; and your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire. For more information, visit www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk
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Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
As part of the sift process, you will be asked to complete:
- CV
- Personal Statement
- Behaviours
- Behaviour 1 – Leadership
Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using Behaviour 1 - Leadership, assessing candidates against the person specification. Only those who meet the criteria at this stage will proceed to a full assessment of their application. If a candidate does not meet the minimum requirements during the initial sift, the remainder of their application will not be reviewed. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.
Where high volumes of strong applications are expected or received, we may raise the ‘benchmark’ minimum score required at the sift stage. If a high volume of candidates meet the benchmark score, we may further raise the score required for interview selection. Scores will be applied fairly and consistently. Applicants eligible under a recruitment scheme may, where appropriate, continue to be considered against the agreed ‘benchmark’ score, to support the purpose of the scheme.
CV Guidance
Your CV should provide a clear overview of your employment history, key responsibilities, relevant qualifications, and the skills and experience you’ve gained throughout your career including any notable achievements.
Note: Your CV will not be scored as part of the assessment process and will be used for reference purposes only.
Personal Statement Guidance
Your personal statement should be no more than 750 words and must demonstrate how your personal skills, qualities, and experience align with the requirements of the role. Please ensure your statement references the person specification.
If successful at the sift stage, at interview, you will be assessed on the following:
- Behaviour 1 - Leadership
- Behaviour 2 - Communicating and Influencing
- Behaviour 3 - Delivering at Pace
- Role based scenario question
Expected timeline (subject to change)
- Sift – w/c 17/08/26
- Interview – w/c 31/08/26 and 07/09/26
Location - Stratford, Birmingham or Manchester
Your interview will be conducted face to face. You will be notified of this if you are selected for interview. Candidates are asked to note the above timetable, exercising flexibility through the recruitment and selection process.
Visa Applicants
To sponsor a candidate under the Skilled Worker visa, a sponsorship licence is required. The Insolvency Service does not currently hold this licence and therefore, cannot legally sponsor Skilled Worker visa applicants.
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