Director of Business Assurance & Delivery

Ministry of Justice; Market Drayton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior leader to deliver an efficient Corporate Services Function and provide Business Assurance to the Governing Governor. You will drive business planning, performance reporting, and contract oversight within a high‑level SMT remit.

The role involves strategic oversight of budgets, HR, and national contracts, with hybrid working arrangements and strong collaboration with external partners to meet establishment objectives.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the management of the Corporate Services Function and all staff within this area, including the Business and People Hubs.
• Accountable for Establishment Business Delivery & Planning, Resource Management & Change Management, Audit & Assurance.
• Develop and deliver a performance framework for governance, assurance and reporting to the Governor.
• Oversee budgets, procurement approvals, and national/local contract management as directed by the Governing Governor.
• Lead human resources activities including workforce planning, staff engagement, training, and attendance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and governance policies and act as sponsor for Health, Safety & Fire and Litigation.

Job description

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior leader to deliver an efficient Corporate Services Function and provide Business Assurance to the Governing Governor. You will drive business planning, performance reporting, and contract oversight within a high‑level SMT remit.

The role involves strategic oversight of budgets, HR, and national contracts, with hybrid working arrangements and strong collaboration with external partners to meet establishment objectives.