Deputy Director HR People Strategy Ref. 3698
Location: Cheltenham, London, Manchester.
You will receive a minimum salary of £100,133 plus a non-concessionary payment of £3,144 (subject to security compliance) and London Pay Addition of £6,250 if contracted to a London work location.
Primary Location – The role can be based in Cheltenham, London or Manchester, but the successful candidate would be expected to spend time in each of the three locations.
Working Pattern – This is a full‑time or minimum of 30 hours per week role that can be based at any of our large sites (London, Manchester, Cheltenham), but will require frequent travel to Cheltenham for leadership presence. It is a hybrid role with approximately 20% homeworking.
About us
GCHQ is the nation’s intelligence, cyber and security agency that works to keep the U.K. safe, resilient and prosperous. The organisation operates across major hubs in Cheltenham, London and Manchester and partners with MI5, MI6, defence and industry partners.
The role
Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this Deputy Director will lead the delivery of key HR initiatives across the organisation, focusing on Pay, Pensions and Careers and Skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead development and implementation of the organisation's annual pay award remit, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
* Negotiate with trade unions and stakeholders to secure agreement on pay awards.
* Analyse and interpret pay data to ensure fairness and equity.
* Oversee pension schemes' policy and administration, ensure compliance, develop strategy.
* Communicate pension changes and collaborate with administrators and stakeholders.
* Design and develop career pathways for professional groups.
* Lead career and skills alignment across UKIC.
* Identify skills gaps and develop interventions.
About you
Experienced HR professional with:
* Professional HR qualification CIPD Level 7 and experience in a senior HR role.
* Proven track record in delivering complex HR projects and managing stakeholder relationships.
* Strong knowledge of employment law, pensions and pay practices.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Strategic influence at organisational level.
* Experience in large or complex organisation.
* Knowledge of careers development and talent management.
SCS Competency Framework
The role focuses on the following Level 5 competencies:
* Driving Innovation and Change
* Leading Inclusively
* Providing Customer Value
* Delivering Outcomes
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is critical to our mission. We encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and other under‑represented groups.
Rewards and Benefits
You will receive the salary and benefits listed above, plus:
* 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years’ service, plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays.
* Performance scheme recognition.
* Interest‑free season ticket loan.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on‑site coffee bars at some locations.
* Paid parental and adoption leave.
EEO Statement
GCHQ values diversity; we welcome and encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and other under‑represented groups.
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