Strategic Lead, Local Probation Operations

Ministry of Justice; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

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Job summary

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom seeks a senior leader to head Operational Functions within the National Probation Service. The role oversees resources, strategy, and staff across a Local Delivery Unit, with responsibilities including MAPPA, HR processes, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The post involves representing the service, delivering local strategies, and contributing to national priorities, with hybrid working and security considerations as key elements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, innovate and develop local strategies in line with the national strategic framework
• Effectively lead cluster operational delivery and contribute to national priorities
• Lead the NPS in local strategic partnerships and ensure representation within wider partnership frameworks
• Represent the NPS at national partnerships and development meetings in line with delegated lead responsibilities
• Manage devolved budgets in accordance with financial procedures
• Oversee MAPPA locally in conjunction with responsible authorities
• Oversee HR activities including recruitment, Attendance Management, Disciplinary Investigations and Staff Appraisals

Job description

Ministry of Justice in the United Kingdom seeks a senior leader to head Operational Functions within the National Probation Service. The role oversees resources, strategy, and staff across a Local Delivery Unit, with responsibilities including MAPPA, HR processes, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The post involves representing the service, delivering local strategies, and contributing to national priorities, with hybrid working and security considerations as key elements of the role.