Private Secretary

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom Department for Energy Security & Net Zero Full time

**Details**:
**Reference number**:

- 339097**Salary**:

- £34,410 - £37,260- Private Office uplift of 18%- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**:

- Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**:

- Permanent**Business area**:

- Policy, Strategy & Private Office**Type of role**:

- Operational Delivery
- Policy**Working pattern**:

- Full-time**Number of jobs available**:

- 1Contents

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**Job summary**:
Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Do you want to work in a government department that is at the forefront of current policy making decisions that will impact the UK and beyond? If yes then a career at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) could be for you.

Here at DESNZ we are securing the UK’s long term energy supply, bringing down energy bills and halving inflation. We are seizing the opportunities of Net Zero to lead the world in new green industries and encouraging greater energy efficiency across the UK. The work of the department has never been more timely or relevant, and by joining us you will be part of making that difference.

Our work is varied, interesting and most importantly its impactful. Our DESNZ Values are interwoven into everything we do; we are Bold, we are Collaborative, we are Inclusive and we Learn. As a department we are committed to these values to build a culture where everyone can thrive.

We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are fortunate to have a range of excellent staff networks and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We will support talented people from all backgrounds to build a career and thrive.

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**Job description**:
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is at the forefront of the Government’s plan to secure the UK’s long-term energy supply, bring down bills and half inflation. As a department, we are responsible for delivering security of the UK’s energy supply; ensuring properly functioning energy markets; encouraging greater energy efficiency and seizing the opportunities of net zero to lead the world in new green industries.

We are recruiting for a HEO Private Secretary to work directly with Junior DESNZ Ministers. This is a stretching, high-profile role demonstrating a wide range of core Civil Service skills in a uniquely challenging environment. Private Secretaries are the key link between Ministers, SpAds and the Department, working to deliver the steers and priorities of ministers based on the highest-quality advice from officials.

As an HEO Private Secretary you will work as part of a fast-paced and fun 5-6 person team, led by a G7 Senior Private Secretary, directly supporting the DESNZ Ministers. You will need to be able to hit the ground running, be approachable to officials across BEIS, Whitehall, and demonstrate the confidence, resilience and flexibility required to deliver the highest quality service to Ministers.
- In these roles delivering DESNZ’s energy and climate work, you will:
- Advise the Minister on the UK’s climate and energy policy and have scope to shape your policy portfolio.
- Support the Minister to deliver their priorities by working with Senior Officials in DESNZ and across Whitehall.
- Support the Minister with Parliamentary work, including Bills, debates, DESNZ orals and statements.
- Accompany the Minister to events and on domestic and international trips.
- Build positive relationships with teams throughout the Department and Whitehall.**Person specification**:
**Skills and Experienc**e**

We are looking for organised, hardworking and perceptive individuals to fit into close-knit, fun and friendly teams. The roles provide an exciting front row seat to see how crucial policies are developed and delivered, and how decisions are made. In particular, we are looking for the following.

Essential Criteria:

- Exceptional organisation skills with strong planning and prioritisation skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- An ability to work through others with nuance and sensitivity.
- An ability to understand the strategic big picture.
- An ability to work well under pressure and at pace.
- Strong attention to detail.

Desirable criteria:
- Policy experience.
- Experience of working with senior stakeholders or in a Private Office.

You will be offered support to develop in your role. This includes training and coaching and options such as mentoring and action learning sets. Private Office has an extensive learning and development offer from induction onwards. This includes offers tailored to the interests and demands of our teams.
- We follow best practice in line management in DESNZ through regular performance management discussions and in-year reward roun

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