Job summary
The British Transport Police Authority (BTPA/�the Authority�) is the independent oversight body of the British Transport Police (BTP/�the Force�). �We are an Executive Non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by the Department for Transport.
We have an opportunity for a dedicated and motivated team player to join BTPA as Head of Office to the Chief Executive. This is a varied role which will work closely and collaboratively with other Members of the BTPA Executive, BTPA Members, with the Force as well as government departments and other policing and public sector bodies.
Job description
This role will suit individuals who are comfortable working flexibly and at pace, supporting the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team to deliver their priorities � ensuring these are understood and translated into actions.
Person specification
Essential
1. We are looking for a motivated individual with excellent organisational skills including the ability to reprioritise at short notice and deliver at pace.
2. You will have a high level of drive and flexibility with a strong sense of ownership and accountability along with the ability to work autonomously and with discretion.
3. You will need the ability to deliver calmly under pressure, manage multiple and competing priorities, anticipate and interpret the views of the Chief Executive in order to engage, support and inform decision-making.
4. You will need to be good at building relationships and working as part of a team, including effectively escalating issues and updating colleagues on developments, with a proven ability to cut through complex and time sensitive issues.
5. You will have the enthusiasm to work both individually and as part of a team, including the ability to stimulate thinking and actions in others.
6. You are likely to have strong communication skills both written and verbally with strong presentation and drafting skills, including the ability to present information and data in a clear, concise and logical way, to varying levels of seniority.
7. You will be used to looking ahead, actively considering potential risks and mitigations and adept at difficult and sensitive handling.
Desirable
8. Experience / understanding of rail sector or police service and/or an oversight or regulatory body within the public sector.
9. Experience in a Head of Office / Chief of Staff / Private Secretary role.