Corporate Ethics Lead

Government Recruitment Service; Exeter; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK government department is seeking a proactive Corporate Ethics Lead to manage the conflicts of interest agenda. You will ensure compliance with governance frameworks and oversee processes related to business interests, gifts, hospitality, and transparency returns. The ideal candidate will be pivotal in maintaining ethical standards across all activities within the Defra group. This role invites individuals who are confident and innovative in driving continuous improvement in corporate ethics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and drive the conflicts of interest agenda across the Defra group.
• Manage end-to-end processes related to Business Interests, Gifts and Hospitality, Business Appointment Rules, and Transparency Returns.
• Assess potential conflicts and determine their risk to the organisation.

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, high-performing Business Management Team committed to delivering efficient and sustainable solutions across the Defra group. As a Corporate Ethics Lead, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with policies related to conflicts of interest, while actively identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Corporate Ethics within Defra primarily focuses on managing conflicts of interest and ensuring compliance with relevant governance frameworks. This includes oversight of processes for staff currently in post, as well as those exiting the organisation. In addition, the role supports Defra’s commitment to the transparency agenda, which requires the publication of data for senior staff in line with government standards.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and confident Corporate Ethics Lead to oversee and drive the conflicts of interest agenda across the Defra group. This pivotal role involves managing end-to-end processes related to:

• Business Interests
• Gifts and Hospitality
• Business Appointment Rules (BAR)
• Transparency Returns

You will be responsible for assessing potential conflicts and determining whether they pose a risk to the Defra group, ensuring ethical standards are upheld across all activities.