Future Ways of Working Lead

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Cardiff is seeking a Future Ways of Working Lead to drive strategic initiatives and manage a high-performing team. The role involves developing innovative workplace practices, participating in cross-government initiatives, and advising senior leaders. Ideal candidates should embrace flexibility, inclusion, and sustainability in their work culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of ‘Ways of Working’ and conduct research.
• Manage and develop the Future Ways of Working team.
• Support workplace initiatives to realize benefits of smarter working.
• Lead the cross-government Smarter Working Community of Practice.
• Provide support and advice to senior leaders.
• Participate in networks and events, including public speaking opportunities.
• Review research materials and create products for GPA.

Job description

The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government’s office estate.

We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. We are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.

Representing the best covenant in the UK – His Majesty’s Government – we are leading significant transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme, and Net Zero Programme. We also deliver cost-effective property services including asset management, lifecycle replacement, and workplace services.

Innovation and progress underpin our behaviors. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. Our four core values guide our work:

• Striving for excellence: We aim to deliver great results.
• Empowering through respect: We insist on fair treatment for all.
• Acting with integrity: We do the right thing.
• Succeeding together: We rely on each other to achieve success.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We aim to recruit and retain a diverse talent pool, especially inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, or identify as LGBTQ+.

Join our dynamic team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, fostering social value, promoting inclusivity and flexibility, and supporting economic growth.

The Workplace Experience Team is a high-performing, motivated, and collaborative team responsible for customer-focused initiatives including Future Ways of Working, Customer Experience, and Customer Insight.

The Future Ways of Working team is tasked with embedding and evolving modern working practices across the civil service, building on previous successful programs to promote flexibility and choice.

The team will also develop new principles to support effective operation of Government Hubs and enhance workspace sharing across government agencies.

The team supports various functions across GPA, so the successful candidate may be asked to assist other areas as needed.

Key Responsibilities

As the Future Ways of Working Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the strategic development of ‘Ways of Working’ and conducting research to inform civil service practices.
• Managing and developing the Future Ways of Working team.
• Supporting workplace initiatives to realize benefits of smarter working, using customer insights and data for business change.
• Leading the cross-government Smarter Working Community of Practice, including hosting events, providing advice, and developing tools to showcase GPA’s expertise.
• Providing support and advice to senior leaders within GPA.
• Participating in networks and events, including public speaking opportunities.
• Reviewing research materials and creating products to position GPA as a leader in workplace experience.