Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. Remote and homeworking are not available in London. There are limited opportunities for homeworking in Cheltenham and Manchester, as the role is primarily office-based. Your knowledge of Persian could open up a career in intelligence. By joining MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, you can play your part in protecting the UK. About Us MI5, MI6 and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. We work together to safeguard Britain's people, interests and businesses from various threats at home, overseas and online, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. Working across our vital missions, you'll deliver impact at the heart of national security, all within a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive. The Role If you have a passion for languages, working as a language specialist for the UK intelligence agencies presents a truly unique opportunity. You'll be working at the heart of our mission, supporting high-value activities that will keep the country safe. We're looking for Persian linguists for a role that goes well beyond translation and transcription. Your knowledge of the Persian language, as well as your in-depth understanding of Iranian culture, ideology, and politics, will be a significant asset in helping to safeguard the UK. With an adept knowledge of the Persian language and surrounding culture, you'll be able to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and then make the information accessible and understandable to others. Every step of the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own career path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. Whatever you're doing, you'll enjoy varied, unique work using language skills you would never have considered could create such an impact. At MI5 and MI6, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team and play an active role in directing projects and driving forward investigations. It's rewarding work, which will draw on your judgement, people skills, and linguistic and cultural expertise. Confident in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to Persian, you'll do everything from translation and interpretation to operational work that includes planning, casework, and training. At GCHQ, you'll combine language and technical skills to piece together snippets of information collected from a variety of digital communication sources. Working in a diverse team of technical experts, you'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture, enabling you to identify reportable intelligence and progress operations, and help shape and influence government policy. About You You don't need any experience or qualifications to be aPersianLanguage Specialist with us, just active and passive language skills, excellent written English, and a good knowledge ofIranian culture, history, religion, and politics. Essentially, you'll be passionate about the language and a proficient user (at C1 level, see explanation below) of the Persian language in all its forms. Your proficiency could come from growing up in a multilingual family, undergoing language training in the military, or studyingPersianto a high level academically. At C1 level or higher, you're able to: Understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts or conversations. Express ideas without too much searching. Effectively use the language for social, academic, or professional situations. Create well-structured and detailed texts on complex topics. Having a keen interest in technology will support you at GCHQ. But whichever organisation you join, we're looking for problem solvers with interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail. You'll also need: An analytical, enquiring mind. Good judgement and effective people skills. Acollaborative approach, as you'll share your knowledge and contribute to professional standards of best practice. During the interview process, you'll need to pass a language proficiency test by reading and translating newspaper articles and broadcasts. The results will be considered alongside the role requirements on a case-by-case basis. Training and Development At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we have an inclusive and supportive working environment designed to encourage open minds and approaches.We value and nurture talent, and we're committed to ensuring you have the support and guidance to build a rewarding career at the heart of national security. From language events and workshops to acquiring professional qualifications, our strong learning culture will continuously develop you, your knowledge, and your skills. By joining MI5, MI6, or GCHQ, you'll be part of a network of colleagues across all three agencies. This widens our perspectives so we can engage through diversity of thought and approach. As part of the selection process for MI5 and MI6, we'll identify specific areas for development and tailor a training plan to meet your needs. When you join, you'll have an induction and be assigned a buddy from the same language area to help you settle in. You'll also be paired up with a professional head to oversee your career interests. You'll receive training in applied skills such as interpretation and gain access to a range of language and non-language training opportunities, including our corporate academy. GCHQ has an equally strong development offering. You'll work alongside and learn from a community of language experts who'll share their knowledge and encourage your contributions. In addition to being assigned a buddy on day one, you'll undertake a comprehensive induction package that spans multiple areas of the business, so you can see how we use the Persian language in our work. Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications can be attained, and you'll also have opportunities to upskill, which in turn will attract financial rewards. Whatever your career path, you'll be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work you won't find elsewhere. Rewards and Benefits At MI5 and MI6, you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408 - £44,818, with the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role. At GCHQ you'll receive a starting salary of £36,408. Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period you'll be eligible for an additional payment of £3,000 p.a. in recognition of your language skill. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. Personal Learning Budget (MI5 only). Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs. Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only). Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities, or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and commitment to diversity on our websites: MI5, MI6, and GCHQare proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme.This scheme aims to encourage employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people.Being Disability Confident,we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria(in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies, assessed at application form sift. Achieve a pass in the Persian language tests. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial application and eligibility sift. In-person language tests in London. An in-person interview and assessment centre (London or Cheltenham, depending on availability). You may also be required to undergo a hearing test for this role. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9-12 months to process, including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. We regret that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses. Please note, all our contracts include a mobility clause. This means you could be liable to serve away from your usual place of work for periods of detached duty or training. . click apply for full job details
Job description Step into a world of cutting-edge technology and discover how software is used in innovative ways to safeguard the UK. In a collaborative and inclusive environment, teamwork is at the heart of everything. Everyone brings something different to the table, and those differences are what make the work more effective. It's a place where support comes naturally, and where there's space to grow, try new things, and build confidence every step of the way. Through a variety of placements, you'll help build the technology that catches criminals and enhances our ability to tackle threats. As the work constantly evolves, so will your skills. Over the course of the three-year apprenticeship, you'll become familiar with some of the world's most sophisticated electronic equipment and gain practical experience that simply isn't available anywhere else. No one's expected to know everything from day one. What matters is a genuine interest in programming and technology, an interest in problem solving, and the drive to keep learning. You'll join a supportive, inclusive team where growth is encouraged and every contribution helps protect the UK. Working in MI5 or MI6 means making a real impact. While gaining practical experience, you'll also study for a BSc Honours Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions. It's a chance to earn while learning-on a three year fixed-term contract-with a recognised Level 6 apprenticeship qualification at the end. At MI5 and MI6, success comes from different ways of thinking. The goal is to find and develop bright talent, building a team that reflects the diversity of the nation we serve. For the duration of the apprenticeship, applicants must be able to live in or commute to London or Greater Manchester. A technical background isn't required, but an interest in programming, problem solving, or technology is essential. Applicants should have 72 UCAS points, either already obtained or expected by September 2026, along with GCSE grade 4/C or above in English language and Maths, or equivalent Functional Skills at Level 2. The application window for the Software Engineering Apprenticeship opens on 1 September 2025. In the meantime, we encourage the following groups to register their interest: Individuals from an ethnic minority background Women (of any background) Once registered, you'll be invited to several online events ahead of the campaign launch. These will include Insight Events , where you can learn more about the role, and a Skills Event , offering general tips on completing a job application and preparing for an interview These events will take place on: Insight Events - Wednesday 27 August 2025 (time to be confirmed) Skills Event - Friday 29 August 2025 (time to be confirmed) Each event will last approximately one hour. Please note that registering your interest does not constitute a job application, nor will it have any bearing on the recruitment process. Anyone who registers their interest and later decides to apply for the Software Engineering Apprenticeship will need to complete an application form once the application window opens. We are currently limiting registrations of interest to these groups due to their under-representation in our workforce. Once the application window opens we welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of ethnic background, gender, disability, or any other characteristic(s). Please check our nationality eligibility criteria: All applications will be assessed solely on merit. Register your interest here.
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Job description Step into a world of cutting-edge technology and discover how software is used in innovative ways to safeguard the UK. In a collaborative and inclusive environment, teamwork is at the heart of everything. Everyone brings something different to the table, and those differences are what make the work more effective. It's a place where support comes naturally, and where there's space to grow, try new things, and build confidence every step of the way. Through a variety of placements, you'll help build the technology that catches criminals and enhances our ability to tackle threats. As the work constantly evolves, so will your skills. Over the course of the three-year apprenticeship, you'll become familiar with some of the world's most sophisticated electronic equipment and gain practical experience that simply isn't available anywhere else. No one's expected to know everything from day one. What matters is a genuine interest in programming and technology, an interest in problem solving, and the drive to keep learning. You'll join a supportive, inclusive team where growth is encouraged and every contribution helps protect the UK. Working in MI5 or MI6 means making a real impact. While gaining practical experience, you'll also study for a BSc Honours Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions. It's a chance to earn while learning-on a three year fixed-term contract-with a recognised Level 6 apprenticeship qualification at the end. At MI5 and MI6, success comes from different ways of thinking. The goal is to find and develop bright talent, building a team that reflects the diversity of the nation we serve. For the duration of the apprenticeship, applicants must be able to live in or commute to London or Greater Manchester. A technical background isn't required, but an interest in programming, problem solving, or technology is essential. Applicants should have 72 UCAS points, either already obtained or expected by September 2026, along with GCSE grade 4/C or above in English language and Maths, or equivalent Functional Skills at Level 2. The application window for the Software Engineering Apprenticeship opens on 1 September 2025. In the meantime, we encourage the following groups to register their interest: Individuals from an ethnic minority background Women (of any background) Once registered, you'll be invited to several online events ahead of the campaign launch. These will include Insight Events , where you can learn more about the role, and a Skills Event , offering general tips on completing a job application and preparing for an interview These events will take place on: Insight Events - Wednesday 27 August 2025 (time to be confirmed) Skills Event - Friday 29 August 2025 (time to be confirmed) Each event will last approximately one hour. Please note that registering your interest does not constitute a job application, nor will it have any bearing on the recruitment process. Anyone who registers their interest and later decides to apply for the Software Engineering Apprenticeship will need to complete an application form once the application window opens. We are currently limiting registrations of interest to these groups due to their under-representation in our workforce. Once the application window opens we welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of ethnic background, gender, disability, or any other characteristic(s). Please check our nationality eligibility criteria: All applications will be assessed solely on merit. Register your interest here.
Job description Working Pattern: Requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and should be discussed with the Hiring Manager upon application. A small amount of home working is possible but there is an expectation that most of this role will be office based. Location: The role can be based in Cheltenham, London or Manchester, but the successful candidate would be expected to spend time in each of the three locations. Clearance: The successful candidate will be required to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) About us GCHQ is the nation's intelligence, cyber and security agency. We work to make the UK the safest place to live and work online; connect the national security community securely; and provide insights and counter threats through SIGINT and effects. Our people work closely with MI5 and SIS as well as defence, international, and industry partners across a variety of locations, with major hubs in Cheltenham, London and Manchester as well as other sites in the UK and overseas. We live by the values of ingenuity, integrity, impact and teamwork as we work to keep the UK safe, resilient and prosperous in an uncertain world. A role with us means you will do unique and challenging work in a supportive environment, making a meaningful difference to national security. About the Role GCHQ is seeking an exceptional Chief People Officer to shape and lead our future-focused People Blueprint, which will fulfil GCHQ's Strategy, Vision and Purpose with our people (our greatest asset) at the centre. Our People Blueprint will deliver transformation and reform to keep GCHQ at the cutting edge of technology, continuing to deliver national security impact in a fast-moving technical and volatile geopolitical context. This will ensure that we can develop, retain and attract the diverse talent we need for the future. This is a unique opportunity to build and nurture a high performing organisation, supporting and developing our amazing people who do extraordinary things on a daily basis to help keep our country safe. The key responsibilities of the CPO are the organisational development and transformation required to implement GCHQ's People Strategy. This includes overseeing the policies and frameworks that support and develop our people, leading the GCHQ people team, championing our Diversity and Inclusion agenda and building effective partnerships with our Trade Union and stakeholders in the wider National Security Community and Whitehall. The CPO is responsible for ensuring strong partnerships with the shared UKIC Corporate Service, and MI5 and SIS People leaders, who are jointly accountable for UKIC people strategy delivery including pay, T&Cs, and workforce reform and efficiencies. The CPO reports to the Director General for Strategy and is a member of the Executive Board. The CPO is accountable to the Director of GCHQ for ensuring that GCHQ people services meet Government Functional HR Standards. Key Responsibilities • Developing and delivering the GCHQ People Strategy, which will enable the delivery of GCHQ's refreshed Strategy and invest in our people to build an inclusive, diverse workforce, and ensure we are a well-run organisation. • Being a key leadership voice where you will lead a progressive people strategy aligned to our mission to change lives, empower individuals and connect communities. • Ensuring effective industrial relations with the Government Communications Group (GCG), our Union. • Driving forward GCHQ's Diversity and Inclusion agenda, including holding the leadership accountable for ensuring an inclusive culture. Leading initiatives to build a representative and inclusive workforce. • Overseeing recruitment and ensuring we maximise the opportunities to attract, recruit and support talent available to us across all our locations in the UK (centred in three hubs in Cheltenham, Manchester and London) and abroad. • Implementing programmes that promote morale, psychological safety, health and wellbeing. • Developing systems to identify and develop senior talent across the business. • Leadership of the GCHQ People team and providing direction and oversight for people and resourcing hubs across GCHQ. Person Specification We are looking for an experienced CPO who can command respect, work across boundaries, and develop approaches and strategies to meet the unique challenges we face; with scope for innovation as well as adapting best practice. Fundamentally, we are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference to the country's national security through developing our people. Essential Criteria, qualifications and experience The successful candidate will be an exceptional leader who will be able to demonstrate their capability and potential against the following criteria: • A strong strategic thinker who has significant experience in aligning workforce strategy with overall business objectives and the organisation's culture. • A proven track record in successful delivery of strategic HR solutions and change. • Experience of being a key leadership voice in a role with significant influence to enact people and cultural change. • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to create and maintain positive relationships and trust with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. • Ability to thrive and stay resilient under pressure, managing competing priorities and changing deadlines with sound professional knowledge, experience and judgement. • Experience of delivering people transformation in tech or industry. • Chartered Fellow of CIPD. • Experience across the full range of HR disciplines (Organisational Development, workforce planning and resourcing, systems, pay and pensions, conduct and capability, learning, leadership and management, talent, employee and industrial relations) in a leadership capacity and a proven track record in managing change effectively. SCS Competency Framework The role is broad and varied in scope, but particularly focused on the following SCS2 Behaviours (Level 6): • Seeing the Big Picture • Driving Innovation & Change • Communicating & Influencing • Leading Inclusively • Providing Customer Value Please visit the link below for more information regarding our competencies: How to apply To apply, you will need to copy and paste the following into the relevant sections of the application form: • A statement of suitability outlining how your personal skills, qualities and experiences demonstrate your suitability for the role. We ask that you structure your statement with a sub-heading for each of the essential criteria listed above and, below each, include evidence of how you meet that criterion. • A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years. It is important that through your CV and supporting statement, you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the elements of the essential criteria. Please note - the application form consists of two stages; an initial eligibility check, followed by a full application form. It is at the full application form stage that you will have the opportunity to input your suitability statement and CV information. If you have any questions about the role and/or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please email who will direct your enquiry appropriately. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: 1. Your application will be sifted to assess your evidence against the essential criteria above. 2. If longlisted, you will participate in a telephone interview with our recruitment partners. 3. If shortlisted at telephone interview, you will be invited to participate in a Staff Engagement Session with a small group of GCHQ staff and complete some psychometric testing. Full details of the assessment process will be made available to shortlisted candidates. 4. You will be invited to attend a panel interview, where your motivational fit, values and competency evidence will be assessed. Please note, your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. For secondees/transfers these timescales may be reduced, dependant on any currently held level of clearance. Terms & Conditions • This role is open on transfer of employment to GCHQ or secondment from another agency if you are already part of the Civil Service. • You will receive remuneration of up to £148,746 annual salary; plus a non-concessionary payment of £4200 (subject to security compliance) and London Pay Addition of £6250 if contracted to a London work location. • The role requires UK Intelligence Community Developed Vetting which includes validation checks, induction, and drug and alcohol tests. • This post may be subject to ministerial approval. Rewards and Benefits A range of benefits will be available to you, including the following: • 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays. • Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme click apply for full job details
Jul 25, 2025
Full time
Job description Working Pattern: Requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and should be discussed with the Hiring Manager upon application. A small amount of home working is possible but there is an expectation that most of this role will be office based. Location: The role can be based in Cheltenham, London or Manchester, but the successful candidate would be expected to spend time in each of the three locations. Clearance: The successful candidate will be required to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) About us GCHQ is the nation's intelligence, cyber and security agency. We work to make the UK the safest place to live and work online; connect the national security community securely; and provide insights and counter threats through SIGINT and effects. Our people work closely with MI5 and SIS as well as defence, international, and industry partners across a variety of locations, with major hubs in Cheltenham, London and Manchester as well as other sites in the UK and overseas. We live by the values of ingenuity, integrity, impact and teamwork as we work to keep the UK safe, resilient and prosperous in an uncertain world. A role with us means you will do unique and challenging work in a supportive environment, making a meaningful difference to national security. About the Role GCHQ is seeking an exceptional Chief People Officer to shape and lead our future-focused People Blueprint, which will fulfil GCHQ's Strategy, Vision and Purpose with our people (our greatest asset) at the centre. Our People Blueprint will deliver transformation and reform to keep GCHQ at the cutting edge of technology, continuing to deliver national security impact in a fast-moving technical and volatile geopolitical context. This will ensure that we can develop, retain and attract the diverse talent we need for the future. This is a unique opportunity to build and nurture a high performing organisation, supporting and developing our amazing people who do extraordinary things on a daily basis to help keep our country safe. The key responsibilities of the CPO are the organisational development and transformation required to implement GCHQ's People Strategy. This includes overseeing the policies and frameworks that support and develop our people, leading the GCHQ people team, championing our Diversity and Inclusion agenda and building effective partnerships with our Trade Union and stakeholders in the wider National Security Community and Whitehall. The CPO is responsible for ensuring strong partnerships with the shared UKIC Corporate Service, and MI5 and SIS People leaders, who are jointly accountable for UKIC people strategy delivery including pay, T&Cs, and workforce reform and efficiencies. The CPO reports to the Director General for Strategy and is a member of the Executive Board. The CPO is accountable to the Director of GCHQ for ensuring that GCHQ people services meet Government Functional HR Standards. Key Responsibilities • Developing and delivering the GCHQ People Strategy, which will enable the delivery of GCHQ's refreshed Strategy and invest in our people to build an inclusive, diverse workforce, and ensure we are a well-run organisation. • Being a key leadership voice where you will lead a progressive people strategy aligned to our mission to change lives, empower individuals and connect communities. • Ensuring effective industrial relations with the Government Communications Group (GCG), our Union. • Driving forward GCHQ's Diversity and Inclusion agenda, including holding the leadership accountable for ensuring an inclusive culture. Leading initiatives to build a representative and inclusive workforce. • Overseeing recruitment and ensuring we maximise the opportunities to attract, recruit and support talent available to us across all our locations in the UK (centred in three hubs in Cheltenham, Manchester and London) and abroad. • Implementing programmes that promote morale, psychological safety, health and wellbeing. • Developing systems to identify and develop senior talent across the business. • Leadership of the GCHQ People team and providing direction and oversight for people and resourcing hubs across GCHQ. Person Specification We are looking for an experienced CPO who can command respect, work across boundaries, and develop approaches and strategies to meet the unique challenges we face; with scope for innovation as well as adapting best practice. Fundamentally, we are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference to the country's national security through developing our people. Essential Criteria, qualifications and experience The successful candidate will be an exceptional leader who will be able to demonstrate their capability and potential against the following criteria: • A strong strategic thinker who has significant experience in aligning workforce strategy with overall business objectives and the organisation's culture. • A proven track record in successful delivery of strategic HR solutions and change. • Experience of being a key leadership voice in a role with significant influence to enact people and cultural change. • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to create and maintain positive relationships and trust with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. • Ability to thrive and stay resilient under pressure, managing competing priorities and changing deadlines with sound professional knowledge, experience and judgement. • Experience of delivering people transformation in tech or industry. • Chartered Fellow of CIPD. • Experience across the full range of HR disciplines (Organisational Development, workforce planning and resourcing, systems, pay and pensions, conduct and capability, learning, leadership and management, talent, employee and industrial relations) in a leadership capacity and a proven track record in managing change effectively. SCS Competency Framework The role is broad and varied in scope, but particularly focused on the following SCS2 Behaviours (Level 6): • Seeing the Big Picture • Driving Innovation & Change • Communicating & Influencing • Leading Inclusively • Providing Customer Value Please visit the link below for more information regarding our competencies: How to apply To apply, you will need to copy and paste the following into the relevant sections of the application form: • A statement of suitability outlining how your personal skills, qualities and experiences demonstrate your suitability for the role. We ask that you structure your statement with a sub-heading for each of the essential criteria listed above and, below each, include evidence of how you meet that criterion. • A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years. It is important that through your CV and supporting statement, you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the elements of the essential criteria. Please note - the application form consists of two stages; an initial eligibility check, followed by a full application form. It is at the full application form stage that you will have the opportunity to input your suitability statement and CV information. If you have any questions about the role and/or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please email who will direct your enquiry appropriately. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: 1. Your application will be sifted to assess your evidence against the essential criteria above. 2. If longlisted, you will participate in a telephone interview with our recruitment partners. 3. If shortlisted at telephone interview, you will be invited to participate in a Staff Engagement Session with a small group of GCHQ staff and complete some psychometric testing. Full details of the assessment process will be made available to shortlisted candidates. 4. You will be invited to attend a panel interview, where your motivational fit, values and competency evidence will be assessed. Please note, your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. For secondees/transfers these timescales may be reduced, dependant on any currently held level of clearance. Terms & Conditions • This role is open on transfer of employment to GCHQ or secondment from another agency if you are already part of the Civil Service. • You will receive remuneration of up to £148,746 annual salary; plus a non-concessionary payment of £4200 (subject to security compliance) and London Pay Addition of £6250 if contracted to a London work location. • The role requires UK Intelligence Community Developed Vetting which includes validation checks, induction, and drug and alcohol tests. • This post may be subject to ministerial approval. Rewards and Benefits A range of benefits will be available to you, including the following: • 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays. • Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme click apply for full job details
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Language Talent Programme - Registration of Interest Ref. 3519 Department Languages Location(s) Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough £6,505 - £7,255, dependent on location for the 11-week programme. At GCHQ, linguists are essential to our mission. Their skills and knowledge support some of our most sensitive and critical work. This 11-week paid internship, beginning September 2026, is a unique opportunity to join us, learn new skills, and to see if a career as a Language Specialist at GCHQ is right for you. If you're interested and have proficient language abilities in Russian , we invite you to register your interest in the programme and join our virtual event. In addition to the current Russian programme at GCHQ in Cheltenham, Manchester, or Scarborough there may also be future opportunities in London for MI5 on the programme in both Russian and Arabic, as well as Arabic in Cheltenham. Final details will be confirmed prior to our recruitment campaign launching in August 2025. We encourage you to register your interest if you have proficient language abilities in Arabic and Russian and wish to complete the programme in Cheltenham, Manchester, Scarborough, or London. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. Being a linguist in our teams is about more than just translation. It's about using your cultural expertise to give context and nuance to ongoing investigations. As you help piece together intelligence that unlocks a bigger picture, you'll be valued for your insights and ability to spot details others might miss. You'll analyse foreign language written materials, listen to audio recordings, and provide input using your cultural knowledge. And as you do, you'll play a key role in mission-critical work, supported by our Language Specialists, who'll guide you every step of the way. Once the programme finishes, you'll get the opportunity to apply for a permanent role with us. And with our support, you could grow an incredibly exciting career, with opportunities to work across the UK's Intelligence Services. There's no single 'type' of person we recruit. We need people from all kinds of backgrounds to share different ways of thinking, so you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. If you're interested in joining the programme and want to learn more, we'll be hosting a virtual event to provide you with all the information you need. Event details The virtual information event takes place on 9th July 2025 at 1pm and 5pm and lasts approximately one hour. During the event, we provide more information about the programme and what it's like to work at the UK's Intelligence Services. Applications open in August 2025, so you don't need to decide whether the programme is right for you yet. This event is a chance to ask any questions you have to help you decide whether to apply. Who can apply? You'll need to be in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have graduated in Summer 2022 or later. If you're not a heritage speaker of Russian or Arabic, your degree must be in one of these languages. Please note: A registration of interest does not constitute a job application, nor will such registration have any bearing upon the recruitment process itself. Any individuals who register their interest and subsequently decide to apply for the Language Talent Programme will need to complete an application form once the window for applications has opened. The application window for the Language Talent Programme will open in August 2025. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years. If successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our websites. Click on the submit button to register your interest.
£22,200 per annum, c.20-30 days a year 2 year contract Shaping the future of MI5 MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. A role as a Non-Executive Director at MI5 will give you unique insight into the world of national security, and a chance to help shape the success and future of the UK's domestic intelligence service. We're seeking specialists with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Board of Directors in key positions. The time commitment for each of these roles is 20-30 days each year. Before you apply, please ensure there are no conflict of interests, including other roles in your portfolio, or national security conflicts. Diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission in achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are seeking individuals with a passion for, and experience in actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, and organisational culture change. As a Non-Executive Director (NED), we are seeking experienced senior leaders with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Management Board. Working with our executive and non-executive directors in a dynamic and demanding environment, you will help to shape, scale and promote the long-term sustainable success of MI5. As an NED, you might want to act act as a critical friend to the Director General, and provide a valuable external perspective to the organisation but also might want to be part of the audit and risk committee (ARAC), where you'll help the Board and Director fulfil their responsibilities for risk, control and governance. Are you eligible to apply? While our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills, we all share a passion for making a positive difference for our country. To be eligible to apply for any of these roles, you must meet our nationality and residency criteria: You must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, your application will still be considered You must normally have been resident in the UK for 7 out of the last 10 years (this is particularly important if you were born outside the UK) However, you will be considered if you have (for example) served overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government, studied abroad or lived overseas with your parents What's involved in vetting Successful candidates must undergo Developed Vetting, which is the highest form of security clearance. As part of the vetting process, you will complete a number of vetting forms including a financial questionnaire and you'll have a confidential security interview with a trained vetting officer. Developed Vetting clearances are subject to review. Your discretion is vital Please limit the number of people you talk to about any of these roles to your immediate family and/or partner. Successful candidates will not normally be able to disclose that they are a Non-Executive Director for MI5. For further information, to apply and have a confidential discussion, you are encouraged to contact us in the first instance, please see the email address via the application page. The closing date for applications is midnight, Thursday 6 March 2025.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
£22,200 per annum, c.20-30 days a year 2 year contract Shaping the future of MI5 MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. A role as a Non-Executive Director at MI5 will give you unique insight into the world of national security, and a chance to help shape the success and future of the UK's domestic intelligence service. We're seeking specialists with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Board of Directors in key positions. The time commitment for each of these roles is 20-30 days each year. Before you apply, please ensure there are no conflict of interests, including other roles in your portfolio, or national security conflicts. Diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission in achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are seeking individuals with a passion for, and experience in actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, and organisational culture change. As a Non-Executive Director (NED), we are seeking experienced senior leaders with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Management Board. Working with our executive and non-executive directors in a dynamic and demanding environment, you will help to shape, scale and promote the long-term sustainable success of MI5. As an NED, you might want to act act as a critical friend to the Director General, and provide a valuable external perspective to the organisation but also might want to be part of the audit and risk committee (ARAC), where you'll help the Board and Director fulfil their responsibilities for risk, control and governance. Are you eligible to apply? While our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills, we all share a passion for making a positive difference for our country. To be eligible to apply for any of these roles, you must meet our nationality and residency criteria: You must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, your application will still be considered You must normally have been resident in the UK for 7 out of the last 10 years (this is particularly important if you were born outside the UK) However, you will be considered if you have (for example) served overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government, studied abroad or lived overseas with your parents What's involved in vetting Successful candidates must undergo Developed Vetting, which is the highest form of security clearance. As part of the vetting process, you will complete a number of vetting forms including a financial questionnaire and you'll have a confidential security interview with a trained vetting officer. Developed Vetting clearances are subject to review. Your discretion is vital Please limit the number of people you talk to about any of these roles to your immediate family and/or partner. Successful candidates will not normally be able to disclose that they are a Non-Executive Director for MI5. For further information, to apply and have a confidential discussion, you are encouraged to contact us in the first instance, please see the email address via the application page. The closing date for applications is midnight, Thursday 6 March 2025.
Pensions Manager Ref. 3423 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £46,172 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As one of our Pensions Managers, you ll act as a subject expert within one of our pension teams. You ll help manage our overall processes and systems and support your colleagues with your knowledge to keep things running smoothly. In this growing department, workloads are high. So, you ll need to work at pace, while maintaining quality. As a pensions expert, you ll be a point of escalation, managing complaints and more complex cases. And you ll manage the overall data for your team, capturing MI and presenting it when required. You ll take on project work and support with problem solving, as well as taking an active role in training and mentoring team members to help them grow their knowledge and confidence. Multitasking will be important as you balance your own case load with supporting the team and providing advice to senior leaders. You ll also collaborate with colleagues in different teams throughout the UK s Intelligence Services and build relationships with external partners. Everything you do will contribute to supporting the growth of the department, from helping your colleagues improve their skills and knowledge, to using your experience to come up with ideas for continuous improvement. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll need existing knowledge about, and experience working in, pensions to apply. Though you won t line manage anyone, you should be ready to step into a role where you ll act as a mentor. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a role with more responsibility, who wants to use their existing skills to build a career with MI5. Comfortable with numbers, you ll be able to check calculations and spot errors with ease. You ll also be a confident communicator, who s able to adjust their style depending on whether you re supporting your team, building external relationships, or presenting to senior leaders. You ll also be able to work in a busy, high-pressure environment. Someone who s able to stay calm and focused when faced with tight deadlines and multiple priorities. Finally, you ll be organised, able to delegate and advise your team on how to manage their workloads if they need support. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £46,172, plus other benefits including: - 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays - Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. - Personal Learning Budget. - Interest-free season ticket loan. - Excellent pension scheme. - Cycle to work scheme. - Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations). - Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification). You must be able to demonstrate delivering positive outcomes in a timely manner. You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role. There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question. An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Pensions Manager Ref. 3423 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £46,172 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As one of our Pensions Managers, you ll act as a subject expert within one of our pension teams. You ll help manage our overall processes and systems and support your colleagues with your knowledge to keep things running smoothly. In this growing department, workloads are high. So, you ll need to work at pace, while maintaining quality. As a pensions expert, you ll be a point of escalation, managing complaints and more complex cases. And you ll manage the overall data for your team, capturing MI and presenting it when required. You ll take on project work and support with problem solving, as well as taking an active role in training and mentoring team members to help them grow their knowledge and confidence. Multitasking will be important as you balance your own case load with supporting the team and providing advice to senior leaders. You ll also collaborate with colleagues in different teams throughout the UK s Intelligence Services and build relationships with external partners. Everything you do will contribute to supporting the growth of the department, from helping your colleagues improve their skills and knowledge, to using your experience to come up with ideas for continuous improvement. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll need existing knowledge about, and experience working in, pensions to apply. Though you won t line manage anyone, you should be ready to step into a role where you ll act as a mentor. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a role with more responsibility, who wants to use their existing skills to build a career with MI5. Comfortable with numbers, you ll be able to check calculations and spot errors with ease. You ll also be a confident communicator, who s able to adjust their style depending on whether you re supporting your team, building external relationships, or presenting to senior leaders. You ll also be able to work in a busy, high-pressure environment. Someone who s able to stay calm and focused when faced with tight deadlines and multiple priorities. Finally, you ll be organised, able to delegate and advise your team on how to manage their workloads if they need support. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £46,172, plus other benefits including: - 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays - Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. - Personal Learning Budget. - Interest-free season ticket loan. - Excellent pension scheme. - Cycle to work scheme. - Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations). - Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification). You must be able to demonstrate delivering positive outcomes in a timely manner. You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role. There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question. An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Pensions Team Leader Ref. 3421 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £57,165 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As our Pensions Team Leader, you ll oversee our Pensions department, providing leadership that inspires your colleagues. As you look after this growing team, you ll need to drive and embed change that improves our processes. And as you do so, you ll motivate your team to provide a great service, growing their knowledge and expertise along the way. Your main area of focus will be on continuous improvement with an emphasis on future succession and planning. Since the team is expanding, you ll need to bring your knowledge and experience of pensions to establish a foundation that ll allow the department to grow and ensure quality stays high. The work in your teams will be fast paced. So, maintaining team wellbeing will be really important. You ll establish a supportive team environment, where everyone s input and ideas are welcomed. And where your team can come to you for advice about escalated or challenging cases. Along with your line management responsibilities, you ll have a varied workload involving developing stakeholder relationships with internal teams and external organisations like HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office. You ll meet with senior leaders to keep them informed on your department s work. And you ll design and deliver projects that improve our pension service. This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to the challenge of leading a busy, high-pressure department, where you can embed new and improved processes that ll impact our work for years to come. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 /C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have existing knowledge of pensions, project management, and operational planning and delivery. And you ll be a proven leader, someone who can inspire a team and embed meaningful change, as well as nurture a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. You ll be confident in the technical side of things, used to working with numbers, and be comfortable training and advising your team on performing calculations. Finally, you ll be passionate about continuous improvement; someone who values quality and knows how to drive it within a team. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. As a line manager, you ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £57,165, plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must demonstrate an understanding of pensions from previous work undertaken You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Pensions Team Leader Ref. 3421 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £57,165 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As our Pensions Team Leader, you ll oversee our Pensions department, providing leadership that inspires your colleagues. As you look after this growing team, you ll need to drive and embed change that improves our processes. And as you do so, you ll motivate your team to provide a great service, growing their knowledge and expertise along the way. Your main area of focus will be on continuous improvement with an emphasis on future succession and planning. Since the team is expanding, you ll need to bring your knowledge and experience of pensions to establish a foundation that ll allow the department to grow and ensure quality stays high. The work in your teams will be fast paced. So, maintaining team wellbeing will be really important. You ll establish a supportive team environment, where everyone s input and ideas are welcomed. And where your team can come to you for advice about escalated or challenging cases. Along with your line management responsibilities, you ll have a varied workload involving developing stakeholder relationships with internal teams and external organisations like HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office. You ll meet with senior leaders to keep them informed on your department s work. And you ll design and deliver projects that improve our pension service. This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to the challenge of leading a busy, high-pressure department, where you can embed new and improved processes that ll impact our work for years to come. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 /C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have existing knowledge of pensions, project management, and operational planning and delivery. And you ll be a proven leader, someone who can inspire a team and embed meaningful change, as well as nurture a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. You ll be confident in the technical side of things, used to working with numbers, and be comfortable training and advising your team on performing calculations. Finally, you ll be passionate about continuous improvement; someone who values quality and knows how to drive it within a team. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. As a line manager, you ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £57,165, plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must demonstrate an understanding of pensions from previous work undertaken You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Pensions Team Leader Ref. 3421 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £57,165 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As our Pensions Team Leader, you ll oversee our Pensions department, providing leadership that inspires your colleagues. As you look after this growing team, you ll need to drive and embed change that improves our processes. And as you do so, you ll motivate your team to provide a great service, growing their knowledge and expertise along the way. Your main area of focus will be on continuous improvement with an emphasis on future succession and planning. Since the team is expanding, you ll need to bring your knowledge and experience of pensions to establish a foundation that ll allow the department to grow and ensure quality stays high. The work in your teams will be fast paced. So, maintaining team wellbeing will be really important. You ll establish a supportive team environment, where everyone s input and ideas are welcomed. And where your team can come to you for advice about escalated or challenging cases. Along with your line management responsibilities, you ll have a varied workload involving developing stakeholder relationships with internal teams and external organisations like HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office. You ll meet with senior leaders to keep them informed on your department s work. And you ll design and deliver projects that improve our pension service. This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to the challenge of leading a busy, high-pressure department, where you can embed new and improved processes that ll impact our work for years to come. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 /C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have existing knowledge of pensions, project management, and operational planning and delivery. And you ll be a proven leader, someone who can inspire a team and embed meaningful change, as well as nurture a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. You ll be confident in the technical side of things, used to working with numbers, and be comfortable training and advising your team on performing calculations. Finally, you ll be passionate about continuous improvement; someone who values quality and knows how to drive it within a team. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. As a line manager, you ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £57,165, plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must demonstrate an understanding of pensions from previous work undertaken You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Pensions Team Leader Ref. 3421 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) London Salary £57,165 Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, most of your work will need to be done from the office. Regular home working can t be guaranteed. We also offer part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As our Pensions Team Leader, you ll oversee our Pensions department, providing leadership that inspires your colleagues. As you look after this growing team, you ll need to drive and embed change that improves our processes. And as you do so, you ll motivate your team to provide a great service, growing their knowledge and expertise along the way. Your main area of focus will be on continuous improvement with an emphasis on future succession and planning. Since the team is expanding, you ll need to bring your knowledge and experience of pensions to establish a foundation that ll allow the department to grow and ensure quality stays high. The work in your teams will be fast paced. So, maintaining team wellbeing will be really important. You ll establish a supportive team environment, where everyone s input and ideas are welcomed. And where your team can come to you for advice about escalated or challenging cases. Along with your line management responsibilities, you ll have a varied workload involving developing stakeholder relationships with internal teams and external organisations like HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office. You ll meet with senior leaders to keep them informed on your department s work. And you ll design and deliver projects that improve our pension service. This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to the challenge of leading a busy, high-pressure department, where you can embed new and improved processes that ll impact our work for years to come. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 /C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have existing knowledge of pensions, project management, and operational planning and delivery. And you ll be a proven leader, someone who can inspire a team and embed meaningful change, as well as nurture a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. You ll be confident in the technical side of things, used to working with numbers, and be comfortable training and advising your team on performing calculations. Finally, you ll be passionate about continuous improvement; someone who values quality and knows how to drive it within a team. Training and development We re passionate about your personal development, so we have lots of ways to help grow your skills. You ll have the option to complete internal and external training courses, including CIPD (subject to places), and we ll support you with funding and time away from work to study if needed. As a line manager, you ll be offered a Management Training Pathway. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £57,165, plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must demonstrate an understanding of pensions from previous work undertaken You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in London, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Pensions Administrator Ref. 3422 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) Cheltenham, London Salary £39,152 London, £36,534 Cheltenham Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, your work will need to be done from the office. However, we offer flexible working in the form of part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As one of our Pensions Administrators, you ll be part of the team that looks after the pensions of all your colleagues at MI5 and MI6. You ll answer enquiries, provide guidance and correspond with current and past MI5 and MI6 staff to keep them updated on pension matters. And you ll do it all as part of a welcoming, supportive workplace that s committed to helping you fulfil your potential. Day-to-day, you ll complete all processes related to pensions, including making calculations, updating records, and filing personal information compliantly. Your existing knowledge of HR, pensions or payroll will mean you have a keen attention to detail and understand how to carefully handle sensitive information. And you ll work efficiently and accurately as you meet tight deadlines, understanding the importance of staying compliant with legal obligations. Teamwork is at the heart of this role. You ll become part of a growing department who all support each other. And you ll regularly collaborate with colleagues working in other teams too, like Policy, HR and Payroll. As you grow your knowledge and confidence, you ll have the opportunity to contribute to training. And you ll get the chance to take on individual project work to help with your own development. More than anything else, this role is about providing a great service to your colleagues working across MI5 and MI6. Through your support, they ll be assured that their pensions are secure and properly managed, so they can plan for their future. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have experience working in pensions, or in a similar field like HR or payroll. You ll be proficient with IT and able to learn new programmes and systems. And since you ll need to regularly complete calculations, you ll be comfortable working with numbers. As well as this, you ll be good at multi-tasking, since you may need to answer queries by phone or email while working on daily process work. And you ll have good customer service skills, enabling you to clearly guide MI5 and MI6 colleagues through their options and answer any questions they might have. It s a busy team where you ll need to work at a fast pace and regularly reprioritise tasks to meet deadlines. So, you ll be comfortable working under pressure and able to work quickly while maintaining high quality. Finally, you ll have a passion for pensions and be excited about the chance to contribute to MI5 and MI6 s work. Training and development When you join, you ll be assigned a dedicated buddy to help you settle in. And you ll get on-the-job training from our pension specialists. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. And if you re interested, you ll also get the option to gain a CIPD or similar pension accreditation (subject to places). We ll provide you with study leave and funding to do it, along with plenty of internal support to help your learning. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £39,152 (London) or £36,534 (Cheltenham) plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must be able to demonstrate that you can work collaboratively You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The roles are based in London or Cheltenham, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Pensions Administrator Ref. 3422 Stonewall Top Employer Award Social Mobility Foundation Award The Times Top 100 Disability confident leader Department Specialist Roles Location(s) Cheltenham, London Salary £39,152 London, £36,534 Cheltenham Job description Flexible working: Due to the sensitive nature of the role, your work will need to be done from the office. However, we offer flexible working in the form of part-time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As one of our Pensions Administrators, you ll be part of the team that looks after the pensions of all your colleagues at MI5 and MI6. You ll answer enquiries, provide guidance and correspond with current and past MI5 and MI6 staff to keep them updated on pension matters. And you ll do it all as part of a welcoming, supportive workplace that s committed to helping you fulfil your potential. Day-to-day, you ll complete all processes related to pensions, including making calculations, updating records, and filing personal information compliantly. Your existing knowledge of HR, pensions or payroll will mean you have a keen attention to detail and understand how to carefully handle sensitive information. And you ll work efficiently and accurately as you meet tight deadlines, understanding the importance of staying compliant with legal obligations. Teamwork is at the heart of this role. You ll become part of a growing department who all support each other. And you ll regularly collaborate with colleagues working in other teams too, like Policy, HR and Payroll. As you grow your knowledge and confidence, you ll have the opportunity to contribute to training. And you ll get the chance to take on individual project work to help with your own development. More than anything else, this role is about providing a great service to your colleagues working across MI5 and MI6. Through your support, they ll be assured that their pensions are secure and properly managed, so they can plan for their future. About you You ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification). You ll have experience working in pensions, or in a similar field like HR or payroll. You ll be proficient with IT and able to learn new programmes and systems. And since you ll need to regularly complete calculations, you ll be comfortable working with numbers. As well as this, you ll be good at multi-tasking, since you may need to answer queries by phone or email while working on daily process work. And you ll have good customer service skills, enabling you to clearly guide MI5 and MI6 colleagues through their options and answer any questions they might have. It s a busy team where you ll need to work at a fast pace and regularly reprioritise tasks to meet deadlines. So, you ll be comfortable working under pressure and able to work quickly while maintaining high quality. Finally, you ll have a passion for pensions and be excited about the chance to contribute to MI5 and MI6 s work. Training and development When you join, you ll be assigned a dedicated buddy to help you settle in. And you ll get on-the-job training from our pension specialists. Plus, you ll have access to internal training courses available from any of the UK s Intelligence Services, as well as access to internal communities, support networks, and mentors. And if you re interested, you ll also get the option to gain a CIPD or similar pension accreditation (subject to places). We ll provide you with study leave and funding to do it, along with plenty of internal support to help your learning. Rewards and Benefits You ll receive a starting salary of £39,152 (London) or £36,534 (Cheltenham) plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Personal Learning Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave. Equal Opportunities At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: We re Disability Confident MI5 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our Offer of Interview (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4/C in mathematics and English language (or an equivalent O-Level, BTEC or Level 2 qualification) You must be able to demonstrate that you can work collaboratively You will be required to meet the minimum pass mark for the questions which explore your motivation to work for the organisation and this particular role There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Application sift, looking at your motivation and skills for the role and the organisation. There will also be a competency question An interview, examining your responses to different situations typical to the role If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can t take any recreational drugs and you ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The roles are based in London or Cheltenham, so you ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to Withdraw Statement: Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
£22,200 per annum, c.20-30 days a year 2 year contract Shaping the future of MI5 MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. A role as a Non-Executive Director at MI5 will give you unique insight into the world of national security, and a chance to help shape the success and future of the UK's domestic intelligence service. We're seeking specialists with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Board of Directors in key positions. The time commitment for each of these roles is 20-30 days each year. Before you apply, please ensure there are no conflict of interests, including other roles in your portfolio, or national security conflicts. Diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission in achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are seeking individuals with a passion for, and experience in actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, and organisational culture change. As a Non-Executive Director (NED), we are seeking experienced senior leaders with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Management Board. Working with our executive and non-executive directors in a dynamic and demanding environment, you will help to shape, scale and promote the long-term sustainable success of MI5. As an NED, you might want to act act as a critical friend to the Director General, and provide a valuable external perspective to the organisation but also might want to be part of the audit and risk committee (ARAC), where you'll help the Board and Director fulfil their responsibilities for risk, control and governance. Are you eligible to apply? While our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills, we all share a passion for making a positive difference for our country. To be eligible to apply for any of these roles, you must meet our nationality and residency criteria: You must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, your application will still be considered You must normally have been resident in the UK for 7 out of the last 10 years (this is particularly important if you were born outside the UK) However, you will be considered if you have (for example) served overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government, studied abroad or lived overseas with your parents What's involved in vetting Successful candidates must undergo Developed Vetting, which is the highest form of security clearance. As part of the vetting process, you will complete a number of vetting forms including a financial questionnaire and you'll have a confidential security interview with a trained vetting officer. Developed Vetting clearances are subject to review. Your discretion is vital Please limit the number of people you talk to about any of these roles to your immediate family and/or partner. Successful candidates will not normally be able to disclose that they are a Non-Executive Director for MI5. For further information, to apply and have a confidential discussion, you are encouraged to contact us in the first instance, please see the email address via the application page. The closing date for applications is midnight, Thursday 6 March 2025.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
£22,200 per annum, c.20-30 days a year 2 year contract Shaping the future of MI5 MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. A role as a Non-Executive Director at MI5 will give you unique insight into the world of national security, and a chance to help shape the success and future of the UK's domestic intelligence service. We're seeking specialists with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Board of Directors in key positions. The time commitment for each of these roles is 20-30 days each year. Before you apply, please ensure there are no conflict of interests, including other roles in your portfolio, or national security conflicts. Diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission in achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are seeking individuals with a passion for, and experience in actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, and organisational culture change. As a Non-Executive Director (NED), we are seeking experienced senior leaders with board-level experience and a passion for making a difference to the lives of people in the UK to join our Management Board. Working with our executive and non-executive directors in a dynamic and demanding environment, you will help to shape, scale and promote the long-term sustainable success of MI5. As an NED, you might want to act act as a critical friend to the Director General, and provide a valuable external perspective to the organisation but also might want to be part of the audit and risk committee (ARAC), where you'll help the Board and Director fulfil their responsibilities for risk, control and governance. Are you eligible to apply? While our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills, we all share a passion for making a positive difference for our country. To be eligible to apply for any of these roles, you must meet our nationality and residency criteria: You must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, your application will still be considered You must normally have been resident in the UK for 7 out of the last 10 years (this is particularly important if you were born outside the UK) However, you will be considered if you have (for example) served overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government, studied abroad or lived overseas with your parents What's involved in vetting Successful candidates must undergo Developed Vetting, which is the highest form of security clearance. As part of the vetting process, you will complete a number of vetting forms including a financial questionnaire and you'll have a confidential security interview with a trained vetting officer. Developed Vetting clearances are subject to review. Your discretion is vital Please limit the number of people you talk to about any of these roles to your immediate family and/or partner. Successful candidates will not normally be able to disclose that they are a Non-Executive Director for MI5. For further information, to apply and have a confidential discussion, you are encouraged to contact us in the first instance, please see the email address via the application page. The closing date for applications is midnight, Thursday 6 March 2025.
Senior Admin Officer Location: London, Manchester or Cheltenham Hours: Full time, part time and flexible/compressed hours are available. Salary: £27,751 - £30,024 (dependant on location) Play a key role in the security vetting process for the UK's Intelligence Services at MI5. Be at the heart of our mission as you build specialist research and analysis skills. Begin a career at an organisation with training and development support that will help you grow your skills for the future. Here at MI5, we safeguard the UK against threats such as terrorism, espionage, cyber and sabotage. We investigate suspect individuals and organisations in the UK to obtain, collate, analyse and assess secret intelligence relating to these threats. Alongside our British Intelligence partners, MI6 and GCHQ, we provide the UK government with the information they need to protect national security. Vetting is vitally important to what we do because it ensures that the people who have access to some of the UK's most sensitive information can be trusted. Everyone who works within the UK's Intelligence Services goes through vetting, so it's crucial that our decision making is evidence-based, accurate and consistent. That's where you come in. As a Senior Admin Officer, you'll work as part of a large, multi-skilled team delivering analysis to support our Vetting Officers. Day to day, you'll work with a range of data using a variety of specialised tools and methods, which we'll train you in, and work with a high level of autonomy to build a picture of someone's suitability to hold security clearance. Your keen eye for detail, ability to use your own judgement and strong organisational skills will be vital as you spot links between different pieces of data and drive your caseload forward. Once your analysis is complete, you'll write reports to summarise your findings, which Vetting Officers will use to support their decision-making on whether someone will be granted clearance. It's a fast-paced role where you'll need to be able to prioritise your workload independently and meet strict deadlines. Whether you're at the beginning of your career, returning to work after a break, or are looking for a new challenge, this role has the potential to be just the start of your career with us, as we support you with training and career development opportunities. While this role is primarily within our vetting team, successful candidates may be offered an alternative admin role at the same level within another team, subject to business need. You'll need either two GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language at grades A -C/9-4, or experience in an office environment working in an administrative role. You'll also be keen to learn as well as comfortable using your initiative and talking to a range of people. We're interested in what makes you, you . This means there's no one 'type' of person that we're after, whether you choose to work full time or part time, you'll find a welcoming team where you'll always be supported. As well as all the training you need to get the best start in your role, plus ongoing training to help you thrive, you'll also benefit from 25 days' holiday on top of Bank Holidays and an excellent pension scheme. A season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and flexible working are all on offer. Plus, we're an inclusive employer which values difference and strives to create a working environment that's welcoming and encouraging, where everyone can be themselves. At MI5, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. To find out more and apply, visit our website. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years, if successful you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website.
May 17, 2023
Full time
Senior Admin Officer Location: London, Manchester or Cheltenham Hours: Full time, part time and flexible/compressed hours are available. Salary: £27,751 - £30,024 (dependant on location) Play a key role in the security vetting process for the UK's Intelligence Services at MI5. Be at the heart of our mission as you build specialist research and analysis skills. Begin a career at an organisation with training and development support that will help you grow your skills for the future. Here at MI5, we safeguard the UK against threats such as terrorism, espionage, cyber and sabotage. We investigate suspect individuals and organisations in the UK to obtain, collate, analyse and assess secret intelligence relating to these threats. Alongside our British Intelligence partners, MI6 and GCHQ, we provide the UK government with the information they need to protect national security. Vetting is vitally important to what we do because it ensures that the people who have access to some of the UK's most sensitive information can be trusted. Everyone who works within the UK's Intelligence Services goes through vetting, so it's crucial that our decision making is evidence-based, accurate and consistent. That's where you come in. As a Senior Admin Officer, you'll work as part of a large, multi-skilled team delivering analysis to support our Vetting Officers. Day to day, you'll work with a range of data using a variety of specialised tools and methods, which we'll train you in, and work with a high level of autonomy to build a picture of someone's suitability to hold security clearance. Your keen eye for detail, ability to use your own judgement and strong organisational skills will be vital as you spot links between different pieces of data and drive your caseload forward. Once your analysis is complete, you'll write reports to summarise your findings, which Vetting Officers will use to support their decision-making on whether someone will be granted clearance. It's a fast-paced role where you'll need to be able to prioritise your workload independently and meet strict deadlines. Whether you're at the beginning of your career, returning to work after a break, or are looking for a new challenge, this role has the potential to be just the start of your career with us, as we support you with training and career development opportunities. While this role is primarily within our vetting team, successful candidates may be offered an alternative admin role at the same level within another team, subject to business need. You'll need either two GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language at grades A -C/9-4, or experience in an office environment working in an administrative role. You'll also be keen to learn as well as comfortable using your initiative and talking to a range of people. We're interested in what makes you, you . This means there's no one 'type' of person that we're after, whether you choose to work full time or part time, you'll find a welcoming team where you'll always be supported. As well as all the training you need to get the best start in your role, plus ongoing training to help you thrive, you'll also benefit from 25 days' holiday on top of Bank Holidays and an excellent pension scheme. A season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and flexible working are all on offer. Plus, we're an inclusive employer which values difference and strives to create a working environment that's welcoming and encouraging, where everyone can be themselves. At MI5, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. To find out more and apply, visit our website. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years, if successful you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website.
Security Officer Locations: Wiltshire - 12 hour rotating shift pattern £33,106 (including allowances and overtime) _ Say hello to varied work, lots of learning and everyone who walks through our doors. _ At MI5, we safeguard the country against threats such as terrorism, espionage, cyber-attacks and organised crime. Alongside our British Intelligence partners MI6 and GCHQ, we provide the UK government with the information they need to defend national security. And when you join us, the work you do every day will help us achieve our goal of protecting the UK, resulting in a rewarding role, with lots of potential. As an MI5 Security Officer, you'll be the face of our service, welcoming a variety of visitors and helping to ensure the safety of our people, places and property. This means you'll be meeting a wide range of people every day, chatting with them calmly and professionally, and helping them to feel safe and secure. It's interesting and varied work - and every day will be different. As well as providing a reassuring presence, your day could include anything from processing visitors and checking vehicles to monitoring CCTV and completing accurate logs. And all the time, you'll be keeping an eye out for anything unusual. With extensive training tailored to meet your needs and a supportive team around you - along with a personal mentor - you'll soon settle in. You'll even have the chance to study for formal, accredited qualifications and develop your career in our security teams or, if you wish, other parts of the organisation. We're looking for great team players who are keen to learn and used to dealing with a range of people and a variety of situations. So you'll need a warm, welcoming demeanour and the ability to put everyone at ease. You don't need any security experience, but a good eye for detail, some basic IT skills and the character to stay calm under pressure will definitely be useful. And, because personal fitness is an important aspect of the role, you'll be expected to maintain yours throughout the duration of the placement. In return, you'll enjoy benefits including 25-30 days' annual leave, and 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays, as well as an excellent pension scheme. Plus, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive environment where you'll be encouraged to develop your skills and experience and empowered to build a rewarding, long-term career with an organisation dedicated to protecting the UK and its people. This is a full-time role and you'll be working either day shifts, Monday to Friday, or a 24-hour shift pattern of two days and two nights, then four days off. As an organisation, we aim to offer as much flexibility as possible, so once you're settled in, we may offer job sharing and other flexible working options depending on business need. To find out more and apply, please visit our website. _At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds._ _Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: _To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years, if successful you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website: Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £33,106.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Schedule: 12 hour shift Work Location: One location
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Security Officer Locations: Wiltshire - 12 hour rotating shift pattern £33,106 (including allowances and overtime) _ Say hello to varied work, lots of learning and everyone who walks through our doors. _ At MI5, we safeguard the country against threats such as terrorism, espionage, cyber-attacks and organised crime. Alongside our British Intelligence partners MI6 and GCHQ, we provide the UK government with the information they need to defend national security. And when you join us, the work you do every day will help us achieve our goal of protecting the UK, resulting in a rewarding role, with lots of potential. As an MI5 Security Officer, you'll be the face of our service, welcoming a variety of visitors and helping to ensure the safety of our people, places and property. This means you'll be meeting a wide range of people every day, chatting with them calmly and professionally, and helping them to feel safe and secure. It's interesting and varied work - and every day will be different. As well as providing a reassuring presence, your day could include anything from processing visitors and checking vehicles to monitoring CCTV and completing accurate logs. And all the time, you'll be keeping an eye out for anything unusual. With extensive training tailored to meet your needs and a supportive team around you - along with a personal mentor - you'll soon settle in. You'll even have the chance to study for formal, accredited qualifications and develop your career in our security teams or, if you wish, other parts of the organisation. We're looking for great team players who are keen to learn and used to dealing with a range of people and a variety of situations. So you'll need a warm, welcoming demeanour and the ability to put everyone at ease. You don't need any security experience, but a good eye for detail, some basic IT skills and the character to stay calm under pressure will definitely be useful. And, because personal fitness is an important aspect of the role, you'll be expected to maintain yours throughout the duration of the placement. In return, you'll enjoy benefits including 25-30 days' annual leave, and 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays, as well as an excellent pension scheme. Plus, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive environment where you'll be encouraged to develop your skills and experience and empowered to build a rewarding, long-term career with an organisation dedicated to protecting the UK and its people. This is a full-time role and you'll be working either day shifts, Monday to Friday, or a 24-hour shift pattern of two days and two nights, then four days off. As an organisation, we aim to offer as much flexibility as possible, so once you're settled in, we may offer job sharing and other flexible working options depending on business need. To find out more and apply, please visit our website. _At MI5 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds._ _Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website: _To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. You can apply at the age of 17 years, if successful you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website: Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £33,106.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Schedule: 12 hour shift Work Location: One location