11536 - Vetting Engagement Manager - North West & Midlands

Ministry of Justice; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is seeking a Vetting Engagement Manager to support the rollout of the Routine and Responsive Vetting programme. This role involves managing regional stakeholder engagement to ensure effective vetting practices. The ideal candidate will work independently, engage with various teams, and coordinate training sessions. Travel is required within the region to visit facilities. This is a fixed-term role lasting 2 years.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, forward-thinking with the ability to work independently.
• Confident in engaging with local management teams.
• Able to manage a small team of Vetting Support Officers.
• Willingness to travel and visit prison and probation sites.

Responsibilities

• Deliver site-based support.
• Coordinate regional events.
• Run awareness sessions for the new vetting model.
• Oversee regional assurance checks.
• Contribute to audit and governance structures.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching and supporting through change

Effective communication

Job description

Job Title: Vetting Engagement Manager – North West & Midlands

Directorate: Directorate of Security

Team: Risk and Capabilities Unit (RaCU)

Duration: Loan/Secondment/Fixed Term – 2 years

Grade: HMPPS Band 6

Position Overview

We are pleased to offer an exciting new opportunity for a Regional Engagement Manager to join the Personnel Security Countermeasures Team on an initial two-year posting. This brand-new post will play a vital role in supporting the national rollout and implementation of the Routine and Responsive Vetting (RRV) programme across HMPPS. The role is central to leading stakeholder engagement within regions, helping operational teams understand the importance of vetting and safeguarding the service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver site‑based support.
• Coordinate regional events.
• Run awareness sessions to improve understanding and capability around the new vetting model.
• Oversee regional assurance checks.
• Contribute to audit and governance structures.
• Manage a small team of Band 3 Vetting Support Officers.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, forward‑thinking, and able to work independently while supporting a geographically dispersed team.
• Confident engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including local management teams.
• Skilled in coaching and supporting sites through change.
• Able to see the bigger picture and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to travel regularly and visit prison and probation sites within the region.