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We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.
This role has a starting salary of £38,746 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week.
This is a 12-month secondment opportunity.
We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Business Manager to join the Better Care Fund Programme, sitting within Integrated Commissioning. The position will be suitable for hybrid working with Woodhatch Place, Reigate as the base. This means you will be required to work in the office a minimum of 2 days a week.
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Role
In this role you will organise a variety of meetings across different organisations and lead in the support for the governance arrangements for decision making across the Better Care Fund. Key relationships and liaison will be with finance, legal, commissioners, Place-based Local Joint Commissioning Groups and board secretariats.
We are looking for an organised person who works well with complex planning in a project, programme or policy context. You will play an integral role in co-ordinating planning and reporting across a large integrated NHS and Social Care budget.
Excellent interpersonal skills are essential along with a high level of written and verbal communication skills. You will have experience in presenting complex information in different formats and comfortable working with numerical as well as written reporting.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
- Practical experience of using IT tools including Excel to track and maintain accurate logs of reporting requirements.
- Experience of collating and analysing large amounts of data and information
- Experience of co-ordinating meetings and providing secretariat support for governance arrangements.
- Ability to take a confident, organised and proactive approach to your work with a commitment to your own professional development.
Contact us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
For an informal discussion please contact Sara Saunders by e-mail at Sara.Saunders@surreycc.gov.uk.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 06/03/2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Our Values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.
Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:
- The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
- The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
