Make an impact on democracy! Join the Electoral Commission as a Senior Performance and Insight Adviser and use your expertise to drive change and support the democratic process. Apply now!
Job Title: Senior Performance and Insight Adviser
Directorate: Corporate Services
Contract type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £43,969 PA
Location: London, EC1Y 8YZ (Hybrid working with two days a week in the office)
Close Date: 21st Jan 12:00 midday
Who we are
Are you interested in bringing your performance management skills, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills to an organisation that plays a vital role in the democratic process?
The Electoral Commission is the independent body that regulates party and election finance, sets standards for well-run elections and encourages people to register to vote.
Senior Performance and Insight Adviser - The Role:
We are seeking a business partner to collaborate with departments in developing, analysing, and reporting performance data. You’ll produce quarterly performance reports for the Commission Board and monthly management reports for the Executive Team.
Your role includes monitoring business-as-usual activities, supporting operational plans by identifying team activities and risks, and assisting the Strategic Planning and Performance Manager with annual business planning and KPI development.
With expertise in risk management, you’ll provide advice, promote best practices, and ensure emergent risks are managed and escalated appropriately within the risk framework.
Senior Performance and Insight Adviser - Key responsibilities:
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Build understanding of assigned business areas, challenge performance activities, ensure accurate reporting, and contribute to quarterly/annual reports
- Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with Heads of Service and SLT to align business plans with corporate objectives, develop KPIs, and manage risks and audits
- Risk and Benefit Management: Maintain and enhance risk, performance, and benefit management strategies, escalating issues as needed while ensuring alignment with organisational policies
- Advice and Training: Provide expert guidance and training to staff and Commissioners on performance, benefit realisation, and risk management, fostering continuous improvement and learning
- Process Improvement: Support the Planning and Performance Manager in refining business planning, reporting processes, and embedding improvements across the organisation
Senior Performance and Insight Adviser - Experience Required:
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience/knowledge
- Understanding of project management methodologies and experience in project planning/management
- Experience in policy development and review within performance, risk, or benefits management
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new tools
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and implement them independently
- Initiative to identify improvement areas and develop practical solutions
- Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex issues and engaging with senior managers and stakeholders
- Proven ability to persuade, influence, and negotiate with senior leaders and external stakeholders
- Experience building positive relationships with senior stakeholders and colleagues
Working at the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission offers excellent terms and conditions, as a Senior Performance and Insight Adviser, you will benefit from:
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working
- Opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements (dependent on scheme rules)
Application Process:
Anonymous CV: To support our commitment to unbiased recruitment, please remove references to educational institutions and personal details. This ensures candidates are assessed solely on skills and experience.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of society. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
To apply for the Electoral Support Officer position, please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement outlining your relevant skills and experience. Click 'apply' now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 21st January 2025 at 12:00 midday.
Interviews will take place week commencing 3rd February 2025, and will be face to face in the London office. We will confirm details with shortlisted candidates.
