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Head of ALB Engagement

Job details
Posting date: 17 April 2025
Salary: £52,082 to £61,084 per year
Additional salary information: National £ 52,082 - £61,084 + benefits. This role may also be eligible for a Security Professional allowance of £7,000 per annum, subject to the appointed candidate demonstrating appropriate professional qualifications.
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 May 2025
Location: M2 3AW
Company: Government Recruitment Service
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 401837/1

Summary

The Property and Security team is at the heart of creating exceptional workplaces that drive economic growth and empower local opportunities. Our mission is deeply tied to collaborating with our Arms Length Bodies (ALBs) to drive impactful reforms and maximise success across a diverse portfolio. By focusing on customer service excellence, we enable staff and stakeholders to thrive, ensuring the best environment for collaboration and productivity.

Our culture is built on delivering high quality, user friendly services that prioritise security, safety and sustainability. From managing two headquarters to overseeing nine offices and a wide range of unique buildings - like museums and archive facilities - we handle complex, diverse needs with professionalism and dedication. Each project is an opportunity for innovation, where we continuously work to create spaces that foster connection and inspire success.

Our recent successes include the completion of our Locations Programme and being nominated for the Government Security Group Annual Awards. This highlights our commitment to excellence, making us a team that not only adapts to challenges but excels in transforming them into achievements.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across both the Property and Security functions, by engaging with 42 Arms Length Bodies (ALBs). You will have the chance to lead individual projects, as well as manage cross-cutting issues that require collaboration with teams beyond your immediate team. The role provides an exciting and dynamic environment where you'll engage with a wide range of stakeholders across multiple ALBs.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Building and nurturing meaningful relationships with ALBs, cross government partners, internal teams, external organisations to drive and deliver shared goals.
  • Leading the development of a connected and inclusive community across Property and Security functions. Encouraging open dialogue, knowledge sharing and learning.
  • Designing and delivering impactful engagement plans that connect stakeholders with purpose.
  • Ensuring communications are clear, relevant and aligned with strategic priorities to foster trust and sustained engagement.
  • Taking ownership of ad-hoc projects, commissions and data requests, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Acting as a trusted liaison between DCMS, ALBs and wider Government. Escalating concerns with clarity and diplomacy, while working collaboratively with partners.
  • Presenting clear, data driven reporting to senior leadership, including the Executive Board.
  • Identifying emerging risks across ALBs and contribute to the development of comprehensive, proactive risk management strategies.

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