Head of Legal Aid Services

About the role

Are you ready to shape the future of justice on the Isle of Man?

Step into the role of Head of Legal Aid Services and take charge of a modernisation programme that will transform access to justice. You'll drive the transition of Legal Aid into Statutory Board status, oversee the Civil Legal Aid Team, and lead the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. This senior position places you at the heart of reform, where you'll shape legislation and work directly with Government and key stakeholders to deliver lasting impact.

Join Treasury's Social Security Division and play a pivotal role in a culture built on collaboration, high standards, and innovation. This is your chance to inspire staff, strengthen relationships, and deliver a service that makes a real difference to the community. Apply now to lead this transformation and help build a fairer future for the Isle of Man.

A workplace that invests in you

A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.

A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.

A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take as leave.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

Ready to apply?

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