12994 - Business Manager - Temporary Fixed Term / Loan until 31/10/2026 - 0.6 FTE Part Time

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

Job summary

A government agency in the UK is seeking a Business Manager to provide comprehensive support to the Head of Operational Function. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, managing compliance with Health and Safety regulations, and acting as a liaison between various internal and external stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Probation procedures and excellent communication skills to uphold effective working relationships. This role is critical for ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Capability to provide recommendations for operational improvements.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Operational Function in performance monitoring.
• Act as a liaison between different agencies and staff.
• Manage compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Oversee the estate portfolio and risk assessments.

Skills

Understanding of Probation procedures

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Health and Safety compliance

Job description

Overview of the job

The Business Manager post within the Function or Cluster provides support to the Head of Operational Function, including making recommendations to them about operational and administrative requirements.

The jobholder acts as an interface between the Head of Operational Function and Divisional Hub, cluster staff and other agencies on a wide range of issues.

This is a non-operational post although an understanding of the wide range of Probation procedures, and policies across the organisation both operationally and at HQ are required.

The jobholder will report directly to the Head of Operational Function and have line management responsibilities for the Diary Manager and Senior Administrative Officers.

Summary

The purpose of the role is to provide support to the Head of Operational Function. The jobholder will ensure that performance across the Function or Cluster is monitored, that issues are highlighted and opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness are proactively pursued.

The job holder will ensure the Head of Operational Function and others as appropriate are informed of priority matters and are given options and/or recommendations to help them to operate effectively.

The job holder will ensure that good working relationships with the Head of Operational Function are maintained by communicating priorities effectively.

The jobholder acts as a single point of contact for the Operational Function on a number of key areas including Litigation, Complaints, Information Assurance, Communication, Business Continuity, providing appropriate signposting as necessary.

The jobholder will ensure effective management of the estate portfolio within their remit, acting as Single Point of Contact / Estates Liaison Officer and has overall management of Health and Safety within Division/Function/Cluster including compliance with Health, Safety and Fire Regulations (H&S).

The post holder will ensure all risk assessments are undertaken and staff are made aware of their personal responsibility toward Health & Safety compliance.

The jobholder will also manage relationships and liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders and support the partnership working in the Function or Cluster.