How to Apply:
Please attach a copy of your CV and a 1250 word (maximum) personal statement demonstrating your relevant experience to the criteria below by clicking "Apply Now" at the bottom of this page.
Timeline:
- Advert Closes for applications: 11/06/2026
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Shortlisting: week commencing 22/06/2026
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Interviews: week commencing 15/07/2026
We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.
Sift/Shortlist Criteria:
All applications are processed anonymously. You will be short-listed against the following criteria:
Experience:
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Experience working in a Learning and Organisational Development role within a complex organisation, translating learning theory into effective, inclusive and value‑for‑money solutions through the design, delivery and evaluation of interventions at both strategic and operational levels
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Demonstrated expertise in organisational development and large-scale culture and behaviour change, using business and behavioural insights to shape, deliver and measure impact.
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Skilled in applying OD tools and methodologies (e.g. systems thinking, diagnostics, cultural enquiry, psychometrics and deep dive analysis) within complex environments.
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Strong influencing, engagement and internal consultancy skills, with the credibility to work effectively with senior leaders and across the organisation.
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Sound knowledge of leadership and management development best practice, with practical experience of applying this effectively in workplace settings.
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Experience of aligning to and implementing professions and career frameworks and delivering talent development interventions aligned to a Strategic Workforce Plan (lead criteria)
This will be assessed against your 1250 word (maximum) supporting statement.
Interview Criteria:
You will be interviewed against the following criteria:
Experience:
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Experience working in a Learning and Organisational Development role within a complex organisation, translating learning theory into effective, inclusive and value‑for‑money solutions through the design, delivery and evaluation of interventions at both strategic and operational levels (TEST SCENARIO)
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Demonstrated capability in organisational development, including experience in large-scale cultural transformation and behavioural change and using business and behavioural insights to inform, shape and measure impact. (TEST SCENARIO)
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Skilled in using tools and methodologies such as systems thinking, diagnostics, cultural enquiries, psychometric and personality profiling and deep-dive analysis within complex environments. (TEST SCENARIO)
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Strong influencing, engagement and internal consultancy skills, with the credibility to work effectively with senior leaders and across the organisation. (TEST SCENARIO)
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Experience of aligning to and implementing professions and career frameworks, and delivering talent development interventions aligned to a Strategic Workforce Plan (TEST SCENARIO)
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Experience of aligning to and implementing professions and career frameworks and delivering talent development interventions aligned to a Strategic Workforce Plan (lead criteria)
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Experience of leading and managing teams or project groups within matrix structures, fostering collaboration across functions and balancing competing priorities.
Civil Service Behaviours (SEO Level):
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Seeing the Big Picture
- Communicating and Influencing
- Managing a Quality Service
See here for further information: Success Profiles: Civil Service behaviours - GOV.UK
Process:
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Single Stage Interview in the office. You will be contacted to book a suitable slot if you are shortlisted.
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Interview will be with a panel of no more than 2 people and will last approx. 60 mins
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As part of the interview process, 30 minutes prior to the interview, you will be given a test scenario to respond to. The criteria this will demonstrate is indicated above. More details will follow in the invitation to interview.
Onboarding Checks:
In the event you are offered a role with us, you will be required to go through Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks which will include Employment and Right to Work Checks. Please see our attached Candidate Pack for further details and Terms.
Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Residency Requirements:
BPSS non reserved
This is a Ministry of Defence non-reserved post and is open to UK, British Commonwealth, and European Economic Area nationals. Successful applicants will be required to pass the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and will therefore need to provide evidence if they have resided outside of the UK for a period of 6 months or longer within the last 3 years. This is not a bar to employment, but a successful applicant will be required to provide sufficient evidence to allow the UKHO to conduct meaningful background checks. Please contact the recruitment team on the email address below if you have any concerns regarding this.
Eligibility
Due to the secure nature of our work, there may be eligibility restrictions if you hold dual nationality or are not a British Citizen. We will consider each application on a case-by-case basis. We will ask you in our application form to confirm your place of birth and details of any dual or previous nationalities
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
