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About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our organisation as the Director of Social Security. As Director, you will use your expert knowledge and skills to lead our division into the future.
You’ll be part of our Treasury Executive Team with direct accountability to the Chief Financial Officer and have responsibility for leading our high-performing Social Security division, shaping the future direction of the Island’s social security system.
A workplace that invests in you
You’ll receive:
✔ A relocation package of up to £10,000 based on receipts is available for this role.
✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
✔ A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue any additional time worked to take as leave when and how you wish.
✔ A choice of two generous pension schemes, where your employer will double your contributions (up to a maximum of 15%).
✔ Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
✔ Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
✔ Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.
✔ If you’re relocating, you’ll want this to be as easy as possible, so we offer interview expenses and a relocation package of up to £10,000.
✔ This is a unique and exciting role where you will have the ability to influence policy of the social security system.
Making the Isle of Man your new home
A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!
You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.
Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
Things to note
A standard police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.
Ready to apply?
We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at Caldric.Randall@gov.im.
We want you to get the best out of your application, so we recommend reading our Important Guidance Notes for Applicants before applying to learn about our recruitment process.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.