Total 8 job vacancies by Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for a Recruitment Administration Assistant to enhance our team based at our Service Headquarters in Exeter. You'll join us on a full-time (37 hours per week), Permanent contract, and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £28,624

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection, and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

As our Recruitment Administration Assistant, you will work closely with other members of our Recruitment and People Services Team to deliver an exceptional administrative service across all aspects of the recruitment and selection activities carried out on behalf of the Service, ensuring that all elements of the process are high quality, effective, efficient and supporting colleagues in the team to deliver the best possible service and candidate experience.

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Key responsibilities of the Recruitment Administration Assistant:

The role involves administering recruitment and selection activities for all employee categories throughout the whole life cycle of the process including:

Post recruitment adverts to job sites and post on social media about live roles.
Arrange interviews with the applicant and panellists.
Administer work related and psychometric tests.
Administer vetting checks for applicants and current employees.
Support the onboarding process for all new employees.
Help manage the recruitment inboxes and go back to potential applicants with answers to queries.
Liaise regularly with recruiting managers and providing guidance on using the Service e-recruitment system.
In addition to this you’ll:

Be responsible for maintaining and updating essential spread sheets, databases, and systems.
Provide clerical and administrative support to other members of the team where required.
The ideal Recruitment Admin Assistant should have:

Experience of working in an office environment in an administrative role
Strong IT and proven keyboard skills
A good level of education
Knowledge of basic office systems and procedures
Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organisational skills
Proven ability to work to tight deadlines.
Knowledge of recruitment procedures is desirable however not essential.
Closing date: Sunday 24th November – midnight

Interview date – Friday 6th December 2024

How to apply
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Recruitment Administration Assistant please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form and submit a document evidencing how you meet the following essential criteria from the Job Description and Person Specification.

We are not able to shortlist for interview from a CV so please answer the following questions in full, demonstrating how you meet each criteria.

Experience of working in a busy environment where priorities can change and demonstrates the ability to remain under calm under pressure
Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
Experience of working with and advising on Recruitment policies and procedures
A high level of self-motivation with an ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as a member of a busy team.
To help you complete this part of the application form please find attached below the word document “essential criteria for completion” for you to download and complete with your evidence for the above criteria. You can then upload this document where requested when completing your application. Please note there is a maximum word count of 2000 words (excluding titles) applied to your evidence document.

Evidence submitted in relation to the essential criteria above will be used for shortlisting applications received.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
we are working together
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our forward-thinking Insight and Analytics team, working within our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department. You'll join us on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months working 37 hours per week, in return you will receive a competitive salary of £35,745.00 - £38,223.00 (gross) per annum.

The role is based at our Service Headquarters in Exeter but there may be the possibility of hybrid working for the successful candidate as agreed with the hiring manager.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection, and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset. 

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce. 

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the large-scale digital transformation of the Fire Service. We are radically transforming the way the Fire Service operates with its technology to enable data driven decision making.

Working as part of the Insight and Analytics Team within the Digital, Data and Technology department, you will be responsible for utilising reporting technologies such as PowerBI and SSRS to provide information and data back into the service to help inform decision making and transform the way we work to keep our staff and the public safe.

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The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

Understanding of data, data visualisation and analysis across a broad range of subject areas such as, but not limited to
Power BI, including its use within a Microsoft 365 environment
Databases and querying them (SQL)
Geospatial data and tooling (GIS)
ETL process and tooling
Understanding of data manipulation in languages such as Python
An understanding of data science and opportunities for its application in public sector
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to explain key concepts to individuals with varying levels of experience and understanding
The ability to liaise and engage effectively with staff across the organisation
As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a supporting statement of 2000 words or less that link specifically to these key responsibilities. Please provide clear evidence against these.

What we are looking for in the ideal candidate:

Demonstrable experience and knowledge in data visualisation, self-service business reporting and analytic tool(s), e.g. PowerBI and SSRS
Experience of Data Analysis techniques and methodologies.
Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improvement; develops innovative approaches and ideas
Demonstrable experience of working effectively at a practitioner level within a data and information reporting function.
Extensive experience in the utilisation and management of structured and geospatial data.
Innovative and creative approach to service improvement and value
To help you complete this part of the application form please find attached below the work document 'Essential Criteria for Data Analyst (PowerBI, SSRS, SQL) Application' for you to download and complete with your evidence for the above criteria. You can then upload this document where requested when completing your application.

Evidence submitted in relation to the essential criteria above will be used to shortlist any applications received.

For further information, please contact Dan Cooper by email in the first instance at dcooper@dsfire.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 2359hrs Sunday 06 October 2024

Interview Date: Week commencing 14th October 2024

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Data Analyst (PowerBI, SSRS, SQL) please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate must, by commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order, and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, and as such, any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for a Senior Application Developer to enhance our forward-thinking development team, working within our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £45,441 to £48,474 per annum (grade 8). As well as this we will offer you hybrid working arrangements, additional benefits, and a wonderful place to work.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of the Fire Service, helping change how it operates with technology.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection, and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

This is a unique opportunity to join our Digital, Data and Technology department, forming part of our forward-thinking development team as a Senior Applications Developer. Following the Service’s investment in Microsoft 365 we are now looking to fully utilise its functionality to improve business effectiveness and efficiency and exploit the opportunities this platform provides. With this comes an exciting opportunity to be part of a team, leading and driving forwards digital transformation within the Fire Service.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual, with a passion for innovation and creativity within digital development. You will have an up-to-date knowledge in a variety of development applications and will be forward thinking in terms of the best ways to use them.

This is a unique opportunity to take up a key role within a challenging and fast paced environment. You will be able to help others develop and opportunities for your own CPD are available.

Key responsibilities of the ICT Senior Application Developer role:

- Strong leadership skills and ability to work well with others.
- Good knowledge and experience working knowledge of modern development tools and technologies.
- Knowledge and understanding of agile methodologies to ensure applications are delivered successfully and on time.
- Desire to learn and inspire others through new techniques and technologies.
- Clear understanding of security and confidentiality of information in terms of application tools.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills and the ability to ensure deadlines are meet.

How to apply
Qualifications are important, but for the right candidate we will work with you and support you to obtain additional qualifications you may need to fulfil the role, what we want is for you to come ready to learn and develop.

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone and find out more about the role, please contact Gavin Beard via email at gbeard@dsfire.gov.uk

Closing Date: 2359hrs Thursday 4 April 2024.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our ICT Senior Application Developer please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

You will be required to complete an application form and submit a document how you meet the following essential criteria taken from the Job Description and Person Specification:

1. Extensive experience of building applications and assisting in developing strategy that best utilise the Power Platform, including, but not limited to:
- Power Apps
- Power Automate
- Power BI
2. Experience of working effectively at a senior practitioner level within a software development function.
3. Experience in leading a team and to provide agile leadership for the function.
4. Exceptional communication skills, and the ability to explain key concepts to individuals with varying levels of experience and understanding.
5. The ability to liaise and engage effectively with staff across the organisation.
6. To support the Service in driving modern technologies and applications forward.
To help you complete this part of the application form please find attached below the word document “Essential criteria for application - Senior Application Developer”. Please download this document and complete it with your evidence in relation to the above criteria. You can then upload this where requested when completing your application.

Please note the evidence you upload to your application using this document should not exceed 2000 words in total.

Evidence submitted in relation to the essential criteria above will be used to shortlist any applications received.

Our values
As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help.
We are honest.
We are respectful.
We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience, and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for a Service Delivery Support Administration Assistants to enhance our team based at Exeter Airport.

We have the following posts available.

1 x permanent contract, full time – 37 hours per week.
1 x fixed term contract, part time – 28 hours per week until 6 October 2024 (Maternity Cover).

You will receive a competitive salary of £24702 - £26421 per annum (pro rata for part time) which equates to £18693.41 - £19994.27 for 28 hours per week.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

As our Administration Assistant, you will provide the full range of consistent administration duties and business support to ensure continued resilience, efficiency, and effectiveness of the Service Delivery Support Teams.

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Key responsibilities of the Administration Assistant:

- Undertaking a range of duties commensurate with an administration assistant role to support the services goals and objectives, in accordance with DSFRS policies and procedures, and participate in a team-based environment
- Providing general administrative support to the Service Delivery departments of Protection, Response and Training, including updates to communication channels such as MS Teams
- Actioning internal and external enquiries as and when appropriate, escalating / referring to the appropriate department within the service, as required
- Providing support to Service Delivery Managers in collating performance data, maintaining essential spreadsheets, databases and systems and distributing reports (as required) in a timely manner
- Supporting departmental meetings, including the booking of meeting dates and locations, resources, production of supporting papers and technical support
- Undertaking reasonable administrative requests as required by the Service Delivery Support Departments and any other duties associated with the support of the function, including inputting and formatting data for Word documents, PowerPoint and other MS Office applications
- Assisting the support of the operational function of Service Delivery teams, such as Protection, Response and Training
- Supporting in the provision of departmental resource requirements (e.g stationery, cameras, PPE, and detectors) and scrap cars - maintaining records of stock levels, plus ordering and invoicing, raising purchase order numbers in line with relevant budgets
- Undertaking the financial administration processes for Service Delivery departments, including, Procurement Card use and reconciliation.
- Supporting the monitoring and completion of team specific Annual Returns including inventories
- Liaising with relevant stakeholders, both internal and external
- Being responsible for the reporting of property defects
- Supporting and providing training where required to new and temporary members of support staff.
- Carrying out duties at the main place of work and/ or other locations as required

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jody Sharp on 01392 353375 or via email: jsharp@dsfire.gov.uk.

Closing date: 2359hrs Tuesday 9 April 2024.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Service Delivery Support Administration Assistant please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

As the role is based at Exeter Airport there will be a requirement for the successful candidate to hold a valid driving licence. The reason for this being that you will be required to escort visitors and staff across the airfield to reach our Training Academy building.

How to apply:
You will be required to complete an application form and submit a document to show how you meet the following essential criteria taken from the Job Description and Person Specification.

1. An ability to effectively work on own initiative, as well as a member of a busy team.
2. Customer orientated approach
3. Flexible and adaptable approach
4. Proven ability and an understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality.
5. Proven administration and time management skills
6. Knowledge of office systems and procedures.

To help you complete this part of the application form please find attached below the word document “Service Delivery Support Administration Assistant essential criteria for application”. Please download this document and complete it with your evidence in relation to the above criteria. You can then upload this where requested when completing your application form.

Please note that the evidence you upload to your application should not exceed 2000 words in total.

Evidence submitted in relation to the essential criteria above will be used to shortlist any applications received.

Please also include in your evidence document whether you would like to apply for the full time permanent position, the part time fixed term position, or both.

Our values
As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Permanent position

Remuneration: £179,676 salary with a provided car or taxable car allowance up to the value of £9,810.00.

Relocation support is available to a maximum of £17,374 (depending on personal circumstances), of which, the first £8,000 is exempt from tax and NI contributions.

Based at our Service Headquarters near Exeter

Thank you for your interest in the role of Chief Fire Officer / Chief Executive Officer at Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

We are seeking an innovative and influential leader who shares our values and ethics and can lead our organisation forward.

We welcome applicants from a wide range of sectors who can bring expertise and experience to drive us forward and help shape the future of our organisation.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan fire and rescue service in England. We have a proud history of keeping people safe and providing prevention, protection, and response services across the local government areas of Devon County, Plymouth City, Somerset, and Torbay Councils. We have 83 fire stations and over 1,900 highly skilled and motivated staff who work tirelessly to protect the 1.8 million people who live in our two counties, plus the 1.1 million people who come to Devon and Somerset on holiday each year.

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Reporting directly to Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority, you will have a central role in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the service, supporting us to deliver on our statutory duties in line with the National Fire and Rescue Framework.

You will support us in delivering on our commitment to prevent and mitigate fire and other incidents outlined in our Community Risk Management Plan and improvement plans and you will be given the autonomy needed to build on our successes and transform the Service to ‘outstanding’ under the His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) inspection process.

You will be used to acting with authority under pressure to carry out operational command duties in the event of a major incident.

You will demonstrate a strong track record of innovation, transformation, and modernisation in a large organisation.

Fire service experience would be helpful but is not essential. We are more interested in your ability to inclusively lead change as you remain focused on outcomes.

More information on the role, full job description/person specification, and benefits package can be found in the attached Application pack.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

- leading the largest fire service outside of London
- relocation package (see page 12 of the application pack)
- vehicle allowance
- competitive holiday entitlement
- pension scheme
- employee assistance programme provided in-house (wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy provision)
- comprehensive rewards and benefits programme
lifestyle benefits – a vast range of national and local discounts and offers from retailers, as well as savings on travel, leisure, and entertainment
- three yearly medical
- various salary sacrifice schemes.

How to apply
Please use the 'Personal Impact Statement and Essential Criteria' template attached below and upload this when requested in the application form.

You will be required to complete an application form via the link below, which will include a personal impact statement. The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at ‘Leading the Service’ level.

You will also be required to detail how you meet the following essential criteria from the Job Description and Person Specification.

1. Ability to interpret and analyse complex financial and budgetary information.
2. A performance focus with the drive to deliver agreed outcomes and raise standards of performance.
3. The ability to deploy appropriate tactics and language to engage, influence, and persuade others including stakeholders and partners, both internally and externally.
4. Extensive senior management experience including the effective management of people, budgets, and resources.
5. Experience in contributing to or leading innovation and significant change to improve organisational effectiveness.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 14 April at 23:59. Shortlisting will take place from 22 April and the selection and interview process will take place on Thursday 9 May, Friday 10 May, and Monday 13 May 2024.

If, having read the application pack you would like additional information or an informal discussion, please contact Chris Howes, Head of People Services, by emailing chowes@dsfire.gov.uk or calling 01392 872200 (Mon-Thurs), 9am-3pm

Please note the appointment is subject to successful Baseline Personnel Security Standard check (BPSS), Medical Screening, National Security Vetting to Developed Vetting (DV) and an Enhanced DBS check.

Our values
As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help.
We are honest.
We are respectful.
We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience, and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for an Executive Support Officer to enhance our team based at our Service Headquarters in Exeter. You will join us on a Permanent basis (37 hours per week). In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27334 - £29777 per annum.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

As our Executive Support Officer, you will be required to work both on your own and as part of a team to use your own initiative to conduct research that informs officers supported by the Executive Support Team of issues arising, prepare responses to stakeholder enquiries and support the delivery and attainment Service and Executive objectives, through a variety of duties such as inbox and diary management, meeting servicing, supporting Service events, and supporting other projects as directed by the Executive Board leads. You will need to be able to work in an ever changing environment and have a proactive approach.

Key responsibilities as an Executive Support Officer:

Actively identify and carry out opportunities for research activities that directly support Executive objectives and activities.

Take a pro-active approach in delivering the objectives and actions required to achieve the responsibilities and performance required. Understand the requirements of those supported by the Executive Support Team and manage their expectations on delivery.

Be responsible for the delivery of specific projects identified in accordance with Service policies and within allocated resources.

Establish and maintain appropriate links with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure the successful delivery of the portfolio of supported individuals.

Manage designated Outlook mailbox and calendars, intercepting, responding to and redirecting any mail or enquiries as appropriate.

Attending meetings to support leads, taking minutes, drafting agendas, recording actions and decisions.

Support the continual review and optimisation of processes and systems of work so they evolve to maximise team efficiencies.

Adopt use of templates to support streamlining and consistent delivery of outputs from the Executive Support Team.

Provide resilience to other members of the Executive Support Team where required.

Gain and maintain a good knowledge and understanding of DSFRS structure, understand how the Fire and Rescue Plan and Community Risk Management Plan and the wider national issues could have the potential to impact on the Service's and Executive's objectives.

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What we are looking for in our Executive Support Officer:

Ability to engage openly with people operating at all levels within an organisation and to do so in a professional manner whilst maintaining confidentiality.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Good numerical skills

Proven experience of working with MS Office software and other packages including
Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote.

Good organisational and time management skills

Proven ability to work accurately to tight deadlines, proactively with a degree of autonomy and a high level of self-motivation.

Proven ability to work well in a changing environment.

Closing date: 2359hrs 4 January 2024

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Executive Support Officer please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form and submit a supporting statement. As part of your supporting statement please ensure you provide evidence of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification. The evidence provided will be used to shortlist applications received.

Our values

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help.
We are honest.
We are respectful.
We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an HR Pay and Reporting Lead to join us and enhance our excellent team based in Exeter. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis (37 hours per week). In return you will receive a competitive salary of £40221 - £43421 (Grade 7 subject to the conclusion of Job Evaluation) per annum.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

As our HR Pay and Reporting Lead you will oversee an efficient and compliant payroll function for the Service, ensuring that adequate processes and resources are in place for all relevant payroll data to be accurately captured, reconciled and processed on time and in full.

Key responsibilities as our HR Pay and Reporting Lead:

Provide advice and guidance to managers and staff on all pay and conditions related matters in accordance with current legislation and local / national terms and conditions of employment for the relevant employment sector.

Line manage the Pay Team, ensuring that workloads are allocated and prioritised appropriately, work plans agreed, expectations are clearly communicated, and feedback is regularly provided.

Actively lead relationship management with the contracted payroll provider, ensuring that compliant, effective, and efficient systems are in place and the required services are delivered on time and in full, in line with contractual requirements.

Lead and advise in the maintenance and continuous improvement of payroll and reporting processes in collaboration with colleagues across the team and the wider Service.

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What we are looking for in our HR Pay and Reporting Lead:

Strong team leadership, with the ability to effectively mentor and motivate others.

Good knowledge of payroll processes, including PAYE and pensions.

Knowledge and understanding of employment law, as applied to contracts of employment and payment of salaries.

Understanding of Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts.

Significant and relevant pay administration experience, including reconciliation and ensuring payroll compliance for multiple contract types.

Proven ability in handling correspondence, producing reports, and dealing confidently with one-off data-gathering tasks, often with short time constraints.

Excellent organisational and planning skills and the ability to ensure the Pay team meet deadlines.

High level of general IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office/365 and use of
HR Databases / online payroll systems, ideally including iTrent.

Closing Date: 2359hrs Wednesday 29 November 2023.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed as our HR Pay and Reporting Lead, please click 'apply' now!

How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form and submit a supporting statement. As part of your supporting statement, please ensure you provide evidence of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification attached at the bottom of this advert. The evidence provided will be used to shortlist applications received.

Our values

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help.
We are honest.
We are respectful.
We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve and aspire for this to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values, to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an HR Pensions Lead to join our excellent team based in Exeter. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis (37 hours per week). In addition you will receive a competitive salary of £40221 - £43421 per annum.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England. We provide prevention, protection and response services across the counties of Devon and Somerset.

Our vision is that together, we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

About the role:

As our HR Pensions Lead, you will provide comprehensive guidance on pension scheme regulations and processes to managers, employees, and all relevant stakeholders including EB colleagues. You'll be the primary point of contact for HR policies and processes in relation to pension administration, and will support the Local Pension Board in ensuring compliance with pension regulations and legislative changes.

Key responsibilities as our HR Pensions Lead:

Overseeing pension related processes for the Service (several different schemes).
Providing guidance to managers and employees in relation to pensions and support to the Health and Wellbeing team in relation to ill health retirement processes and paperwork.

Overseeing record maintenance of all ill health retirement pension paperwork and support HR colleagues with subsequent reviews.

Coordinating and participating in pre-retirement seminars and deliver any relevant training, as required.

Preparing pensions guidance notes and other pension related communications for publication on the intranet and other staff communication channels as appropriate.

Researching and providing accurate financial information to West Yorkshire Pension Fund (WYPF). Liaise with WYPF, finance and payroll and pension related matters and act as the main point of contact and attending meetings as required.

Overseeing and advising on long term projects including new pension schemes and automatic enrolment in order to ensure that the Authority complies with pension regulations and employment legislation, avoiding financial penalties.

Carrying out the monthly administrative processes for employees opting in and out of the Authority's Pension Schemes in accordance with Scheme and/or auto-enrolment regulations.

Liaising with the HR Officer for Pay and Conditions to ensure that adequate processes are in place for dealing with periods of unpaid leave and industrial action (in relation to the impact on pensionable pay, pensions and retirements).

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What we are looking for in our HR Pensions Lead:

Substantial experience in providing advice and guidance on pensions including complex issues.

Substantial experience of working in a pensions related role (preferably in public sector / blue light services).

Working knowledge of pensions legislation, scheme types and standard processes.

Good academic background that facilitates the ability to analyse complex written and numerical data and navigate regulatory guidance and frameworks (degree level or equivalent).

Advanced numeracy, problem solving and analytical skills.

High level of general ICT skills, including standard Microsoft applications.

Experience of successfully working collaboratively across teams and with third party providers (e.g. scheme administrators, Occupational Health).

Closing Date: 2359hrs Wednesday 29 November 2023

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed as our HR Pensions Lead please click "apply" now!

How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form and submit a supporting statement. As part of your supporting statement please ensure you provide evidence of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification. The evidence provided will be used to shortlist the applications received.

Our values

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve and aspire for this to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values, to consider working for us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme