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About the role Pay details: London - £40,982 - £45,535. Edinburgh - £44,065 - £48,961. We have an opportunity for someone to join our Public Support Service on a permanent basis, where you'll act as a subject matter expert in relation to the needs of people with complex communication and specialist support requirements. Working within our Public Support Service, you'll liaise with colleagues across the Professional Regulation directorate to ensure that patients, family members and members of the public involved in our fitness to practise casework and other regulatory processes are able to engage with us effectively, working diligently to remove barriers for those with additional needs. As well as providing tailored support and input to individuals yourself, you'll also have the opportunity to work at the forefront of the development of our service, influencing ways of working and liaising with senior colleagues on key initiatives to further embed our person centred approach for the benefit of all. Due to the existing arrangements within the team, this role would require you to work on Fridays and on one more day of the week, which it's to be determined with the manager. Please note that this role requires you to review and work with sensitive and distressing material as it relates to fitness to practice cases. About You: Significant knowledge and experience of working with and supporting people who have mental health needs, learning disabilities and/or complex health or communication needs. Advanced communication skills and the ability to adapt communication to the needs of the person. Significant knowledge and experience of reviewing and analysing complex information. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding. Knowledge and experience of support lay advocacy and/or intermediaries. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, including sensitivity to the needs of different groups and a determination to ensure our work is accessible and inclusive.

Role: Director of Fitness to Practise Org: General Chiropractic Council Location: London / Hybrid , at least 1 day a week in office (SE11) Job Type: Full time, ( we will consider different types of contractual agreements i.e secondment, interim, fixed term contract ) Salary: £90,000 p.a, plus benefits Director of Fitness to Practise Make a real difference, drive transformation and re-shape the future of Fitness to Practise As Director of Fitness to Practise, you'll join our Senior Management Team and will have a genuine opportunity to provide strategic leadership across a key area of our work and influence and develop our future Fitness to Practise (FtP) strategy. The GCC provides a regulatory framework for Chiropractors and ensures the safety of patients undergoing chiropractic treatment in the UK. The Opportunity: The Director of Fitness to Practise leads the Fitness to Practise Directorate. We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Fitness to Practise to provide strategic leadership within this essential function, drive improvements to our processes, and help modernise our approach to public protection. The role will oversee a wide-ranging review of operations, explore how digital tools can enhance efficiency, and uphold public protection. With strong legal insight, sound judgement, and a commitment to high-quality outcomes, you will support teams and work closely with stakeholders to secure fair and timely decisions. If you are motivated by challenge, bring a clear sense of purpose, and want to make a lasting contribution to public confidence in healthcare regulation, we would be pleased to hear from you. The Director of FtP manages a Fitness to Practise Manager, who in turn line manages two Investigators and two case workers. The Director also manages a Committee Administrator who deals with formal Professional Conduct Committee scheduling and liaison. What makes this role exceptional: Lead a critical public protection function in a respected statutory organisation Make a real difference with the opportunity to focus on change and make a direct impact on our future FtP strategy Drive efficiency and digital innovation in our FtP strategy through technology and process improvements Opportunity to shape policy and innovate regulatory practice by developing and delivering solutions that engage all stakeholders Who you are: A strategic and inspirational Leader with experience in regulation and with legal acumen A transformation specialist who can unify and engage our team and stakeholders A creator who thrives in developing and building new regulatory frameworks with the users in mind Known for fulfilling promises and commitments at a senior level Someone who delivers - with a track record of making sustainable differences. A natural relationship builder who inspires trust at all levels and can lead and take the wider organisational view. Essentials: You will need to be a qualified barrister or solicitor or someone with significant Senior or Executive Committee-level Leadership experience gained within a statutory and regulatory framework. Possess hands on knowledge of the legal system, fitness to practise processes, public protection principles, particularly professional regulatory law, procedure and its practical application. Experience in the preparation and investigation of cases within a regulatory setting. Proven success developing, creating and implementing transformative policy frameworks/strategies with an appreciation of 'upstream' and 'right touch' regulation. A natural relationship builder who inspires trust from all levels Possess high level decision making and risk assessment capabilities The package: Executive compensation reflective of Director-level responsibility Hybrid working Generous non-contributory pension 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays Our values and culture: We value openness, honesty, integrity and respect for all. You'll thrive in our environment by consistently fulfilling promises, achieving, promoting collaboration, paying attention to detail, adapting positively to change, and pursuing continuous improvement. Let's get started. Apply now to join our transformation journey An Applicant Information pack and Job Description are available to download, or please email via the button below for further information. In-person interviews will be held on Wednesday September 3rd and Thursday September 4th 2025 in our South London office. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. You must have the right to work in the UK. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that a range of voices brings value to our organisation, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with our dedication to a fair recruitment process. Our commitment to diversity is underpinned by our adherence to the Equality Act 2010, and we take active steps to ensure our workplace is free from discrimination and bias.

Location: London / Hybrid minimum of 2 days spent working from the GDC s office in central London Salary: £49,528 - £58,268 pa Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent The General Dental Council is making important changes to how we work to protect dental patients and maintain public confidence in the dental profession. Due to this we are looking to appoint a Policy Manager on a permanent basis. As a Policy Manager, you will work with colleagues to plan and deliver complex policy projects. You will build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and be responsible for keeping parts of the GDC s regulatory policy framework up to date. Policy Managers are overseen by Heads of particular policy areas and an Associate Director of Policy and Research who steers the work of the whole team. The team sits within the Strategy Directorate which includes Research, Education and Communications and Engagement teams. Person Specification: We are looking for candidates with experience of developing policy within a complex environment, combined with excellent project management, problem solving and communication skills. Your experience will include working with others to understand the potential impact and implications of emerging strategy and policy, and in developing robust solutions to complex issues. About Us: Our primary purpose is to protect the public and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Benefits: The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish. To support this we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development. Some of our benefits include: 27 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) - rising to 30 days (plus 8 bank holidays) after 2 years service Flexi-time scheme Employer pension contributions up to 10% Buy/Sell annual leave Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 years service. Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy Staff discounts including eye care contributions and discounted gym membership We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. How to apply: As part of your supporting statement, you are required to expand on your experience in how you meet the person specification for this role. For further details and to apply please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 10 August 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 8 September 2025. Please no agencies unless instructed otherwise.

About the Team As part of our Professional Regulation Directorate, we are looking for a Head of Legal Services to provide professional legal leadership, senior legal management of legal risk within the Professional Regulation Directorate and drive the effective delivery of high-quality legal services predominantly within our Screening, Investigations and Major Investigations functions. About The Role As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will provide senior legal leadership, support effective management of legal risk and strategic direction. Working closely with the Head of Legal Services (Case Presentation and Appeals), you will play a pivotal role in: Providing expert legal advice on regulatory casework at the pre-Case Examiner stage. Leading and developing a team of legal professionals, ensuring high standards of legal service delivery. Strengthening legal frameworks to enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk management. Supporting the Fitness to Practise Plan, ensuring alignment with NMC's strategic objectives. Managing budgets, improving legal processes, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Delivering clear communication around legal risk to senior stakeholders. Driving collaboration across legal teams and ensuring consistency in legal practice within the NMC. About You We are seeking a strategic and experienced legal leader with: Qualification as a solicitor or barrister with significant practising experience in regulatory law (preferably healthcare). A strong track record in legal management, including the supervision and development of lawyers. Proven ability to lead large operational processes and deliver results to tight timescales. Experience in budget management, operational risk management, and change leadership. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in legal and regulatory processes.

Overview: The Commercial Procurement Manager is responsible for supporting RSSB stakeholders with all/any external contractual commitments. You will work alongside the other procurement team members, providing support and assistance and ensuring team and Directorate objectives are met. You will support the Head of Procurement to deliver all requirements in the following key areas: The end to end Procurement process; Support the Business Development team with the commercial process; and Commissioning process of Grants received and the authorisation process of Grants to be let You will identify value for money savings or income opportunities through: Timely and accurate management information; Planning, building and maintaining pre-defined stakeholder profiles and reviewing and supporting specifications; Operating compliant process across 3-12month horizon and; Bridging self-skills and development gaps. Responsibilities: Procurement Activity The Commercial Procurement Manager will provide professional, qualified procurement expertise, advice and services ensuring that RSSB's business and procurement needs are met through the procurement of goods, services and works whilst ensuring efficiencies and value for money and contributing to the RSSB's aims and objectives. The role will also promote and engage in collaboration and information sharing with all relevant parties. Conduct market analysis and engage in initial market dialogue, where appropriate; Develop cost models for input into any bids or sales contract proposals. Productively challenge end users' requirements for cost-effectiveness and need, taking account of whole life costs; Identify and engage other subject matter experts as required for Procurement activity (e.g. end user, legal, finance etc.); Review and advise the end user on an appropriate output-based specification which is fashioned to attract market interest and stimulate competition; Develop a procurement strategy which requires consideration of existing and/or collaborative contracts; Ensure that all procurement processes (tender, order from framework etc.) are compliant with relevant legal and policy obligations, advertising through the tender portal where appropriate; Publicise procurement contact points and making available as much information as suppliers reasonably need to respond to the bidding process; Understand and comply with relevant legal obligations relating to the goods, services or works to be purchased, e.g. environmental/health and safety legislation; Ensure that procurement decisions take account of wider policy requirements and aligned against organisational objectives; Conduct any procurement clarification required during the tender process Finalise the contractual agreement and formal contract documentation; Establishing a clear audit trail (including recording the contract on the organisation's contract register); Notify the outcome of bids promptly and, within the bounds of confidentiality, debriefing winners and losers on the outcome of the bidding process to facilitate better performance on future occasions; Ensure that robust contract and supplier management arrangements are in place, in order to support periodic contract reviews and supplier management as appropriate; Negotiate, deliver and communicate contract and framework agreements which deliver efficiencies in line with financial reporting and forecasting systems.; and Support contract reviews and lead negotiations during the contract term to ensure continued fitness for purpose with respect to scope, budget and performance change, risk and be responsible, day to day, for the development, negotiation and agreement of contract change requests; Sharing knowledge to develop best practice; and Supporting ad-hoc procurement activity as required. Commercial Managing the provision of a professional best practise commercial contracts service for RSSB to support the management of contractual risk and ensure high stakeholder satisfaction whilst supporting internal stakeholders with the delivery of strategic commercial projects from concept through specification, proposal, contract and delivery. Manage the commercial contracting process in consultation with the Business Development (BD) team; Provide assistance, support and guidance on all arising commercial activities including (but not exclusively): Sales orders Proposals Commercial projects Contractual queries and issues Clearly identify any emerging contractual risk on each project through effective commercial dashboard information and close collaboration with other relevant heads of department. Work with BD to establish, develop and maintain accurate and up to date cost analysis information; Provide contractual advice to operational colleagues during the sales order or bidding process; In collaboration with BD, draft customer quotations and/or proposals using input from operational delivery teams and submit to the Head of BD for review and approval prior to issue; Help support the development of commercial knowledge and awareness of colleagues in non-commercial roles; Working with the BD team, identify and support implementation of improvements to commercial review procedures; Complete monthly review of contract results and performance in conjunction with the BD team; In collaboration with BD and Finance, confirm the invoice schedule for the sales agreement. Finance will manage the invoicing process. Deal with final account contract negotiation and closure in association with the BD team; and Ensure full compliance with Company commercial procedures and corporate governance requirements. Commissioning of Research & Development Manage the grant process to ensure timely delivery and performance; Manage the governance process for each grant opportunity; and Complete the financial due diligence for each grant and competition received. Business Process Resolve contractual and commercial problems, escalating them to the Head of Procurement and Commercial or Head of Business Development as appropriate. Ensure the continuous review and improvement of procurement and commercial activity to ensure it is fit for purpose and aligned to business requirements. Deputise for immediate manager when required. Ensure management information is accurate and reviewed periodically. Qualifications: UK Public Sector experience required Qualified or working towards MCIPS professional qualification or equivalent. Detailed knowledge and understanding of UK Procurement Regulations and EU procurement directives and experience in applying these to day-to-day procurement activities and documentation. Substantial Public Sector experience in a procurement function involved in high risk, high value, complex works, services and supplies covering a range of commodities and stakeholders. Experience of effectively managing end to end procurements and commercial agreements. Experience in preparing, reviewing and agreeing contract terms and commercial schedules. Experience of developing and implementing policy and procedures as well as new ways of thinking and working. Computer literate with the ability to assimilate new business systems. Ability to communicate effectively and to influence others both internally and externally up to senior level including through presentations, negotiation and written reports. Time and resource management with the ability to effectively manage conflicting priorities. Solution orientated with a customer focus and stakeholder management skills. Negotiation skills including experience of commercial negotiations Contractual knowledge and experience including a wide range of contract conditions; analytical and numerical skills. A commitment to RSSB's values and customer service Early applications are encouraged, as we may close this vacancy before the advertised deadline if sufficient numbers of applications are received. We value diversity and equal opportunities in employment and are committed to creating a workplace which is inclusive to everyone. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria, to apply for our jobs. If you have applied under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know in advance by emailing If you require any reasonable adjustments with respect to our selection process including information in an alternative format, please contact us at We understand the importance of work-life balance and we offer our staff the flexibility to work within our core hours and the option to vary their location between both the office and home. If you are looking for further flexibility, speak to us at interview stage so that we can consider your request. We value our staff and we offer a competitive benefits package to ensure our staff can achieve their best throughout their journey with us. This includes 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays); a holiday buy and sell scheme; private medical and dental cover; a season ticket loan and travel subsidy; access to a cycle to work scheme; volunteer leave; a performance related bonus and pension.