- Can I apply if I am not currently a civil servant?
Yes.
- Will the role involve travel?
Yes. Travel will be a requirement of this role.
- Can I claim back any expenses incurred during the recruitment process?
No. Unfortunately we will not be able to reimburse you, except in exceptional circumstances and only when agreed in advance.
- Are all CPS posts reserved for UK Nationals?
Certain posts, notably those concerned with security and intelligence might be reserved for British citizens, but this will not normally prevent access to a wide range of developmental opportunities within the Civil Service.
The role of the Director General Legal Delivery is a reserved post open only to UK nationals.
- Is security clearance required?
Yes. If successful you must hold, or be willing to obtain, security clearance to SC level before taking up post. The successful applicant will then be required to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) following commencement of the role.
More information about the vetting process can be found at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance
- What reasonable adjustments can be made if I have a disability?
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments in order to support disabled job applicants and ensure that you are not disadvantaged in the recruitment and assessment process. Reasonable adjustments could include; allowing extra time during selection tests; ensuring that information is provided in an accessible format or; by providing training.
- What is the role of the Civil Service Commission in relation to recruitment into the Civil Service?
The Civil Service has two primary functions:
To provide assurance that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles.
For the most senior posts in the Civil Service, the Commission discharges its responsibilities directly by overseeing the recruitment process and by a Commissioner chairing the selection panel to hear and determine appeals made by civil servants under the Civil Service Code which sets out the Civil Service values – Honesty, Integrity Impartiality and Objectivity – and forms part of the relationship between civil servants and their employer.
- Will this role be overseen by the Civil Service Commission?
Yes, this competition will be chaired by Sarah Pittam, Civil Service Commissioner.
- What do I do if I want to make a complaint?
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles.
If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, then please email: SCSRelationshipsTeam@cps.gov.uk in the first instance.
If you are not satisfied with the response received from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission in the first instance.
- What should I do if I think that I have a conflict of interest?
Candidates must note the requirement to declare any interests that might cause questions to be raised about their approach to the business of the Department. If you believe that you may have a conflict of interest, please contact Sarah.Rymer@cps.gov.uk before submitting your application.