Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Glasgow, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Norwich, York About the job Job summary The Cabinet Office and HM Treasury operate at the heart of the UK government. These iconic departments are responsible for ensuring the effective running of government, maintaining control over public spending and working to achieve strong and sustainable growth for the UK. The Cabinet Office & HM Treasury (COHMT) Commercial team has the vision to be a top-performing commercial function in government, setting best practices for others to follow. It offers a unique challenge to commercial professionals who want to work on some of the UKs most important policy issues. The team partners with all business areas, providing a commercial service that covers planning, commercial strategy, sourcing and contract management on circa £1bn of third-party spend. The COHMT Commercial team operates with our core values in mind, which are: We are Curious, Collaborative and Kind ; we act with Integrity and are Focused on value for money. The COHMT commercial team has recently changed its operating model. It is now organised into spend category teams, supplemented by business partners and embedded commercial teams in specialist areas and programmes. The Directorate is supported by a central team, Commercial Strategy and Performance, which is responsible for the overall strategy, performance, and enabling functions and this role forms part of that team. Job description We are looking for a Commercial Performance and Systems Lead to join our team, who will play a critical role in developing and delivering our commercial performance and systems to enable our commercial team to leverage data to drive commercial performance. This will include using a wide range of existing programmes, including Excel and Atamis, as well as bringing systems and data expertise to deliver our improvement roadmap and transform our utilisation of data and systems to deliver a better commercial service to our customers. This role requires an individual who is able to balance multiple priorities and improvement projects alongside assurance of BAU operational stability, reporting and ad-hoc projects as they emerge. This role will have line management responsibility for a Senior Data Analyst and Systems Manager. Support the development of the commercial functional strategy for the Directorate. Oversee the design, implementation and integration of commercial systems, including but not limited to, Atamis Ensure systems are optimised for performance and align with the Directorate strategy Leading Commercial Performance and Assurance initiatives to deliver improvements, including identifying opportunities for innovation and bringing in your experience in this area Lead on the design and delivery of the data and systems strategy and roadmap, contributing and influencing the overall commercial functional strategy to drive performance and improve user experience Use enhanced stakeholder management and engagement skills to leverage available datasets and systems to optimise opportunities to drive our commercial performance and systems roadmap Lead on the Contract Management of Atamis as our critical commercial system Overseeing the commercial systems design, development, and implementation (ATAMIS) to enable commercial delivery across the departments, ensuring process efficiency, robust controls and effective decision-making. Support delivery of reliable systems infrastructure and effective data management in support of the full commercial lifecycle. Drive the improvements of data quality and management information usage across the Directorate. Oversee the development and, where applicable, lead the implementation of the data roadmap to drive data integrity and adherence to Data Governance standards Lead on specific projects defined by the Head of Strategy & Performance. These could cover contract management, governance, and category management. Engage with stakeholders to capture new business requirements and evaluate the system's performance, risks, and opportunities. Enable reporting and insights to inform commercial/category strategies and support robust decision-making. Measure and report Directorate performance, fulfilling reporting needs into Corporate Services and the GCF. Oversee the production of the Directorate performance analysis (Scorecards, Dashboards and Reports) Support establishing and operating applicable centres of excellence for improved functional performance. Develop and deliver systems data training and/or guidance to build the directorate's and users' capabilities and skills. Responsible for delivering projects to improve outcomes and value for money and make commercial practices, processes and policies more effective. Provide outstanding leadership, enabling effective delivery and supporting professional and personal development. Contribute to creating a great workplace, championing diversity and inclusive ways of working. This role will be responsible for ensuring commercial systems, data, and insights are used to drive performance improvement and support effective commercial strategies and decision-making. The role will also lead on specific centres of excellence projects defined by the Head of Strategy & Performance. These could cover contract management, governance, and category management. In this role, you will be required to act on your own initiative, lead and drive projects and services, and engage and influence key stakeholders within your areas of responsibility. You will be expected to maintain solid relationships and provide advice and guidance on commercial best practice across the Commercial Directorate and wider department. Person specification Essential Criteria: Technical expertise in developing, designing and implementing new systems Demonstrable experience in data analysis and experience delivering within large-scale transformation programmes Demonstrable experience in leading large scale systems and data change programmes Ability to present, communicate and disseminate data and information appropriately and with high impact; Experience in selecting the appropriate medium to visualise data to tell compelling and actionable stories relevant to business goals. Strong analytical skills Strong project management skills An understanding of the commercial lifecycle and commercial acumen Demonstrable experience of stakeholder management and building strong and collaborative relationships cross functionally Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to challenge assumptions and explain technical issues to stakeholders without the use of jargon; Experience balancing competing priorities/demands and working to tight deadlines; Experience in leading development of a range of clear and engaging products using data visualisation software such as Tableau and/or Power BI. Desirable criteria Knowledge of data programming language such as Python and/or R; Additional information: A minimum 60% of your working time should be spent at your principal workplace. Although requirements to attend other locations for official business will also count towards this level of attendance. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Seeing the Big Picture Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £55,403, Cabinet Office contributes £16,050 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 which provides an attractive pension, benefits for dependants and employer contributions of 28.97%. A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Application process We will sift on a CV and on a 500 Personal Statement please take note of the essential criteria when writing this. Selection process interviews will be on behaviour based questions. The behaviours that may be assessed are the following Seeing the bigger picture Leadership Managing a quality service Delivering at pace Communicating and influencing Expected timeline (subject to change) Expected sift date 16w/c Dec Expected interview date/s Early Jan Interview location - Your interview will either be conducted face to face or by video. You will be notified of the location if you are selected for interview. Reasonable Adjustment If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service via cabinetofficerecruitment.grs cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the Assistance required section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional. Further information If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'contact point for applicants' section. Please note that this role requires BPSS. Please note terms and conditions are attached. Please take time to read the document to determine how these may affect you. Any move to Cabinet Office from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk A reserve list will be held for a period of 12 months, from which further appointments can be made. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service/Disclosure Scotland on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading. For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email Infodisclosurescotland.co.uk New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. This role is full time only. Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working pattern may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Scott Stanley Email : scott.stanley1cabinetoffice.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : cabinetofficerecruitment.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk Further information Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commissions Recruitment Principles. If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and wish to make a complaint, then in the first instance you should contact Government Recruitment Service by email at : cabinetofficerecruitment.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission at infocsc.gov.uk. For further information on the Recruitment Principles. and bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website at: https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk. Attachments Cabinet Office Employee Offer (1) Opens in new window (pdf, 344kB) Cabinet Office Terms and Conditions - External (1) (1) Opens in new window (pdf, 82kB) Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail