Governance and Benefits Manager - Belfast Regional Centre - Erskine HouseAbout the jobJob summaryDiscover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here.The Counter Criminal Capabilities (CCC) Programme will modernise HMRC's investigative capabilities through a variety of projects, intended to mitigate escalating threats from organised crime exploiting advanced technologies such as encryption, and enhancing our response to cyber-crime. Examples of the projects in scope of the programme include: Maintaining Access to Criminal Intelligence (including oversight of secure estates reconfiguration, open-source research tooling, eDiscovery, covert capabilities, IoT exploitation) Modernised investigation management (automation, GDPR-compliant systems)The programme budget is c.£150m over 3 years and the key programme outcome is to protect £1.7bn of HMRC revenue by the end of FY29/30.Job descriptionThe Programme Manager provides strategic leadership of the Programme's governance, PMO, and benefits management teams to ensure that programme governance and controls are in place to ensure successful delivery of outcomes. The role operates at senior level, balancing governance, delivery assurance, and stakeholder management. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage risk and interdependencies, and provide high‑quality reporting to senior leaders and governance boards.You will work alongside another Grade 6 programme manager - they will be responsible for programme management and delivery of CCC projects. Your respective roles and responsibilities will be regularly reviewed to ensure the right balance between teams.Person specificationKey Responsibilities Programme Leadership & DeliveryEstablish and maintain programme governance structures consistent with government standards (e.g., GMPP, HMT Five Case Model) and the HMRC end to end project lifecycle. Oversee programme planning, delivery roadmaps, milestones, resourcing and budgeting. Risk, Issue & Dependency Management Through the PMO team, ensure all programme and project risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies are identified and proactively managed. Ensure appropriate escalation routes and mitigation actions are defined and monitored. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong and influential relationships across government departments, delivery partners, and enterprise functions. Work closely with the Senior Business Sponsor, Programme Director, and Senior Responsible Owner (SRO), Programme Board, and operational leads to maintain alignment and accountability. Facilitate workshops, briefings, and cross‑functional collaboration forums. Governance, Reporting & Compliance Produce highquality progress reports, dashboards, and papers for Programme Boards, SRO reviews, and assurance activities. Responsibility for the programme business case and updates to it as required for governance and to reflect progress / any changes Ensure adherence to relevant governance standards, including government delivery frameworks, assurance checkpoints, and audit requirements. Manage external reviews, including Gateway/IPA health checks, where applicable. Responsibility for programme change control processes People Leadership & Team Management Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and matrix resources, promoting a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance culture. Your team of direct reports will change over time but on average is expected to be 10-15 FTEs. Provide coaching, guidance, and support to Delivery Managers, PMs, Analysts, and other project staff. Champion professional development aligned to Project Delivery frameworks. Benefits Management & Business Change Alignment Own the benefits strategy, ensuring benefits are tracked, measured, and aligned to the business case and organisational objectives. Work with Change, Operations, HR, and Communications to embed change fully into business areas.Essential Criteria:Significant experience delivering complex programmes in UK Government/Civil Service, large public‑sector bodies, or a National Security context. Experience of working in an intelligence or investigation environment, from either an operational or programme delivery perspective. Comprehensive understanding of programme governance, assurance, benefits management, risk methodologies, and government delivery frameworks (e.g., NISTA, GMPP, HMT business case guidance). Demonstrable leadership in complex, fast‑paced environments with competing priorities. Excellent communication skills with senior stakeholders, including drafting board-level papers and presenting to senior leaders. Experience managing suppliers, delivery partners, or outsourced teams in large-scale transformation.Additional Security InformationPlease note: Developed Vetting (DV) clearance level, either already held or willing to obtain, is a requirement of this role. Please see Additional Security Information and Security sections below.Transitional SitesFor more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations.If your location preference is for one of the following sites, it's important to note that these are not long-term sites for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time.These sites are:Benton Park View, Newcastle - moving to Pilgrims Quarter, NewcastleTrinity Bridge House, Manchester - moving to an alternative office in Manchester/ SalfordYou will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stageLeeds Locations Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC's Moves Adjustment Payment guidance.BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions BenefitsAlongside your salary of £71,725, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £20,778 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs.We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days.Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues' Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary.Family friendly policies.Personal support.Coaching and development.To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it's really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil ServiceThings you need to knowArtificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.Selection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.How to ApplyAs part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the following:A name-blind CV including your job history.A 750-word Personal Statement. Your Personal Statement should be used to describe how your skills and experience would be suitable for the advertised role, making reference to the essential criteria and person specification outlined in the advert.Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.SiftAt sift your CV, and your Personal Statement, will be assessed, with the successful candidates being invited to interview.We may also raise the score required at any stage of the process if we receive a high number of applications.InterviewDuring the panel interview, you will be assessed on the following behaviours:LeadershipCommunicating and InfluencingMaking effective decisionsYou will be expected to deliver a 5-minute verbal presentation (no slides) on "How your skills and experience equip you to fulfil this role.Interviews will take place via video link. Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.EligibilityPlease take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. We understand mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday) before the vacancy closes, we will not be able to reopen your application for you. If you do make a mistake with your eligibility form, or have withdrawn yourself in error and need your application reinstated whilst the campaign is still live, please contact us via: unitybusinessservicesrecruitmentresults@hmrc.gov.uk - Use the subject line to insert appropriate wording for example - 'Please re-open my application - (insert vacancy ref) & vacancy closing date (insert date)'.To check that you are eligible to apply for this role, please review the eligibility information before submitting your application.The HMRC app can help you with your applicationThe HMRC app can provide you with your past 5 years' employment history, making the process of filling in your application quicker and easier.If successful in your application, you will need your National Insurance number for the onboarding process.Download the HMRC app now and save your National Insurance number to your digital phone wallet.How to download the HMRC app and sign up for an account Download the free HMRC app from the App Store or Google Play store. If you have an HMRC online account already, sign straight in using your ID and password. If not, you can prove your identity by answering some questions or providing your photo ID.You'll then be able to access the app quickly and easily by signing in using a 6-digit PIN, your fingerprint, or facial recognition.You can find guidance for technical issues on GOV.UK: Technical support with HMRC online services.Reserve ListA reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles - if this applies to you, we'll let you know via your Civil Service Jobs account.Merit ListAfter interview, merit lists will be created for each location advertised within the vacancy. If you are successful at interview, you will be placed on the merit list for any locations you have expressed an interest for. Appointments from each merit list will be made in strict merit order.Criminal Record CheckApplications received from candidates with a criminal record are considered fairly in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice and the Recruitment of ex-offenders Policy.Hybrid working at HMRCHMRC is an office-based organisation, and colleagues are expected to spend 60% of their working time in the office. Our offices provide opportunity for interaction, collaboration which aids learning and development and a sense of community. Where the role allows it, and where the home environment is suitable, colleagues can work from home for up to 2 days a week, averaged over a calendar month (or a proportionate amount of time for colleagues who work less than full time).Reasonable AdjustmentsWe want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact the UBS Recruitment team via unitybusinessservicesrecruitmentresults@hmrc.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the "Assistance required" section in the "Additional requirements" page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you're deaf, a Language Service Professional.Additional Security InformationPlease note: in addition to the standard pre-employment checks for appointment into the Civil Service, all candidates must also obtain National Security Vetting at Developed Vetting (DV) clearance level for this vacancy. You will normally need to meet the minimum UK residency period as determined by the level of vetting being undertaken, which for DV is 10 years UK residency prior to your vetting application. If you have any questions about this residency requirement, please speak to the vacancy holder for this post. From 1 April 2026, applicants will be required to meet updated nationality and residency requirements so that National Security Vetting (NSV) checks can be conducted. If this affects you, we will give you more information at the appropriate time.Important information for existing HMRC contractual homeworkers:This role may be suitable for existing HMRC employees who are contractual homeworkers. Occasional attendance to the office will be required where there is a business need. Please consider the advertised office locations for this role when applying and only select locations from the 'location preferences' section that you can travel to.Terms and Conditions Customer facing roles in HMRC require the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English and/or Welsh where required. Where this is an essential requirement, this will be tested as part of the selection process.HMRC has a presence in every region of the UK. For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations.The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. The evidence you provide in your application must relate to your own experiences.Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant application(s) will be withdrawn from the process. Recording of interviews is prohibited unless explicit agreement is sought in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.Questions relating to an individual application must be emailed as detailed later in this advert.Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.New entrants will join on the minimum of the pay band.Please note that, if you are applying for roles on a part-time basis, the salary agreed will be pro-rata, reflective of the working hours agreed within your contract.If you experience accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. For more Information for people applying for, or thinking of applying for, roles at HM Revenue and Customs, please see link: Working for HMRC: information for applicants - GOV.UK.Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.SecuritySuccessful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Nationality requirementsThis job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.Diversity and InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
