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5368 - Casework and Protection Officer
| Posting date: | 25 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,140 to £37,105 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2025 |
| Location: | BT1 4GF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ministry of Justice |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5368 |
Summary
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Keeping people safe from Northern Ireland Related Terrorism (NIRT) is a top strategic priority for the UK Government. Within the Northern Ireland Office (NIO), this mission is led by the Security & Protection Group (SPG), which delivers through three core teams: Policy, Strategy, Operational Delivery; and Casework and Protection.
At SPG, we are passionate about delivering high-impact work that truly matters—fast-paced, complex, and deeply meaningful. Our team thrives on collaboration, expertise, and strong relationships. Every team member, regardless of grade or background, is encouraged to contribute, lead projects, and shape outcomes beyond their core responsibilities. This flexible, project-based way of working helps us stay agile, deliver results, and continuously add value.
We foster an inclusive, developmental culture where you will be empowered to grow, improve, and make a real impact. It’s a safe, supportive space where innovation is welcomed, challenge is encouraged, and personal growth is part of the journey.
In this pivotal role, you will contribute to some of the UK Government’s highest priorities: national security and public protection. You’ll work across a wide range of operational delivery, casework, and high-level briefings, all within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
You’ll gain unique insight into the NIO’s role in firearms appeals and licensing, and help shape effective decisions. Strong analytical skills will be essential, as well as the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely. You may also work on the NIO’s Home Protection Scheme.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Building strong working relationships across security partners, stakeholders, and the wider Government.
• Managing sensitive information with discretion and sound judgement.
• Contributing to briefing Ministers and ensuring they’re equipped with the right information at the right time.
• Identifying and mitigating risk—legal, security-related, and reputational.
• Adapting quickly to new subjects and delivering under pressure with professionalism and integrity.
Who We’re Looking For:
• A clear communicator—both in writing and in person—who’s confident in briefings and thrives in fast-moving environments.
• A proactive, curious, and thoughtful problem solver with strong judgement and a keen eye for risk.
• A team player who builds trusted relationships and adapts well to working in complex, political environments.
• A detail-oriented individual who remains calm under pressure and can juggle competing tasks with agility and focus.
If you’re enthusiastic, self-motivated, and ready to take on a meaningful challenge with real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
• Delivery of NIO’s statutory responsibilities for firearms appeals, and explosive precursor and prohibited weapons licencing
• Project work to improve processes linked to own casework and wider team and group objectives
• Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships and conducting regular engagement with security partners in Northern Ireland, the Devolved Administration, and Whitehall in order to deliver casework
• Drafting submissions for senior officials and ministers, paying close attention to detail and accuracy
• Own and deliver a portfolio of casework activity
• Potential line management of staff at EO level
• Possible involvement in NIO Duty Officer Cadre
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application and at interview:
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to self-organise, prioritise and pay close attention to detail.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and to use your interpersonal skills to achieve results.
• A willingness to undergo Security Check (SC) clearance (the appropriate level of security clearance must be achieved before commencing the full duties of the post).
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
• A good understanding of the political and security environment in Northern Ireland
• Experience working on operational delivery/complex casework
• Experience of briefing senior leaders on complex issues.
Keeping people safe from Northern Ireland Related Terrorism (NIRT) is a top strategic priority for the UK Government. Within the Northern Ireland Office (NIO), this mission is led by the Security & Protection Group (SPG), which delivers through three core teams: Policy, Strategy, Operational Delivery; and Casework and Protection.
At SPG, we are passionate about delivering high-impact work that truly matters—fast-paced, complex, and deeply meaningful. Our team thrives on collaboration, expertise, and strong relationships. Every team member, regardless of grade or background, is encouraged to contribute, lead projects, and shape outcomes beyond their core responsibilities. This flexible, project-based way of working helps us stay agile, deliver results, and continuously add value.
We foster an inclusive, developmental culture where you will be empowered to grow, improve, and make a real impact. It’s a safe, supportive space where innovation is welcomed, challenge is encouraged, and personal growth is part of the journey.
In this pivotal role, you will contribute to some of the UK Government’s highest priorities: national security and public protection. You’ll work across a wide range of operational delivery, casework, and high-level briefings, all within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
You’ll gain unique insight into the NIO’s role in firearms appeals and licensing, and help shape effective decisions. Strong analytical skills will be essential, as well as the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely. You may also work on the NIO’s Home Protection Scheme.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Building strong working relationships across security partners, stakeholders, and the wider Government.
• Managing sensitive information with discretion and sound judgement.
• Contributing to briefing Ministers and ensuring they’re equipped with the right information at the right time.
• Identifying and mitigating risk—legal, security-related, and reputational.
• Adapting quickly to new subjects and delivering under pressure with professionalism and integrity.
Who We’re Looking For:
• A clear communicator—both in writing and in person—who’s confident in briefings and thrives in fast-moving environments.
• A proactive, curious, and thoughtful problem solver with strong judgement and a keen eye for risk.
• A team player who builds trusted relationships and adapts well to working in complex, political environments.
• A detail-oriented individual who remains calm under pressure and can juggle competing tasks with agility and focus.
If you’re enthusiastic, self-motivated, and ready to take on a meaningful challenge with real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
• Delivery of NIO’s statutory responsibilities for firearms appeals, and explosive precursor and prohibited weapons licencing
• Project work to improve processes linked to own casework and wider team and group objectives
• Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships and conducting regular engagement with security partners in Northern Ireland, the Devolved Administration, and Whitehall in order to deliver casework
• Drafting submissions for senior officials and ministers, paying close attention to detail and accuracy
• Own and deliver a portfolio of casework activity
• Potential line management of staff at EO level
• Possible involvement in NIO Duty Officer Cadre
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
The post holder will need to demonstrate the following in their application and at interview:
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to self-organise, prioritise and pay close attention to detail.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and to use your interpersonal skills to achieve results.
• A willingness to undergo Security Check (SC) clearance (the appropriate level of security clearance must be achieved before commencing the full duties of the post).
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
• A good understanding of the political and security environment in Northern Ireland
• Experience working on operational delivery/complex casework
• Experience of briefing senior leaders on complex issues.