Welsh Government, like all other Government Departments use Success Profiles when we recruit. For each role we consider what you will need to demonstrate to be successful. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job. It raises performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.
The selection process and stages are:
Number of Stages:
2 stage process
The post holder must have a (or working towards) Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) qualification at degree level or above, complemented by active continuous professional development and ongoing professional accreditation. They should have substantial payroll expertise in managing large-scale and complex payroll services.
In the event of a large number of applications, an initial sift will be conducted against the lead assessment criterion: Experience 2: Experience of working in or supervising a large-scale and complex payroll service, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory and security requirements. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift.
In the event of two or more candidates having the same total score at interview the panel will consider:
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Experience 1 - Fully Qualified CIPP at degree level or above.
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Experience 1 - Part qualified (working towards) CIPP at degree level or above.
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Experience 2 - Assessment score
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Experience 2 - Experience of working in or supervising a large-scale and complex payroll service, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory and security requirements.
A reserve list may be held for this opportunity. Any candidate who is successful in being offered a reserve status, will remain on the reserve list for 12 months.
A 60-minute in person assessment on Experience 2: Complex Payroll Scenarios will be required at Stage 2 'pre-interview prior to interview. More information will be provided in the invitations to that stage.
Assessments and interviews will be undertaken in person at the Cardiff Office (Cathays Park 2). Further details will be provided to successful candidates.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
