2x Executive Officer Roles in The Department for - London, United Kingdom - Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy

Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy

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- £28,510 - £31,825

Private Office Allowance 18%
A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade:
Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
BEIS
Corporate Services
Corporate Services
Policy, Strategy and Private Office
Type of role:
Administration / Corporate Support
Working pattern:
Fulltime
Number of jobs available:
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DESNZ
The responsibilities for the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero for 2023 are as follows:

Delivering security of energy supply
Ensuring properly functioning energy markets
Encouraging greater energy efficiency
Seizing the opportunities of net zero to lead the world in new green industries

For 2023, our priorities are:

Ensure security of energy supply this winter, next winter and in the longerterm bringing down energy bills and reducing inflation.
Ensure the UK is on track to meet its legally binding Net Zero commitments and support economic growth by significantly speeding up delivery of network infrastructure and domestic energy production.
Improve the energy efficiency of UK homes, businesses and public sector buildings to meet the 15% demand reduction ambition.
Deliver current schemes to support energy consumers with their bills and develop options for longterm reform to improve how the electricity market works for families and businesses.
Seize the economic benefits of Net Zero, including the jobs and growth created through investment in new green industries.
Pass the Energy Bill to support the emerging CCUS and hydrogen sectors; to update the governance of the energy system; and to reduce the time taken to consent offshore wind.

Our Inclusive Environment

We are building an inclusive culture to make the Department a brilliant place to work where our people feel valued, have a voice and can be their authentic selves.

We value difference and diversity, not only because we believe it is the right thing to do, but because it will help us be more innovative and make better decisions.

We offer first-class flexible working benefits, excellent employee well-being support and a great pension.

We are fortunate to have a range of excellent staff networks and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer.

We will support talented people from all backgrounds to build a career and thrive.

Job description:

These roles are based within the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Our varied work makes a real difference to people across the UK and internationally.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the
DESNZ team and our exciting mission

We lead on the UK's commitments to put our public services at the forefront of innovation, securing our long-term energy supply, bringing down bills and halving inflation.

You will be expected to play a key role in building a strong, high-performing, and supportive culture within the wider private office directorate.

You will also provide support to ensure the smooth running of the principal's private office.

You will be an integral member of the team to ensure that all key office processes work effectively and efficiently.

Person specification:

We are looking for quick learning, engaged and responsive individuals to fit into a close-knit and friendly team.

These roles provide an exciting opportunity to see how high-profile policies are developed and delivered, and how decisions are made.

Diary Manager to the Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance

As a Diary Manager you would be responsible for managing the Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance's diary and being the face of the Private Office to external stakeholders.

You will develop a close relationship with the Minister to understand their individual preferences and react quickly to changing circumstances.

Your role is crucial to ensuring the Minister's priorities are delivered and that there is an appropriate balance between their Departmental and parliamentary commitments.

Key components of the role include:

Managing the Minister's complex diary, ensuring their time is balanced and reflects their priorities
Working closely with Private Secretaries in the team, Directors and senior colleagues to ensure effective use of the Minister's time
Working with colleagues in the visits team to arrange domestic and international visits
Liaising with the Ministerial Support Unit to collate information for Cabinet Office transparency returns
Holding a clear sense of the bigger picture and strategic direction of
DESNZ, based on the breadth of policy portfolio and your access to the Secretary of State, Special Advisers, senior officials and stakeholders
Building and maintaining positive relationships with teams throughout the Depa