Job Description Flexible working: due to the nature of this role, home working will not be possible. We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible working options including part- time and compressed hours, with flexibility around start and finish times. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you’ll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. The role As an on-site Occupational Health Advisor, you’ll play a crucial part in protecting and promoting the health and wellbeing of colleagues. With opportunities for career development and plenty of unique challenges, you’ll enjoy variety and autonomy as you ensure your colleagues are able to complete their mission-critical work safely. Day to day, you’ll manage casework, support employees with existing health conditions, and help teams to build a culture that prioritises physical and mental health. You’ll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary \n team, working with colleagues from Wellbeing, Safety and Psychology, as well as other healthcare professionals. With the chance to focus on individual cases, you’ll support our people with advice on how to manage their health conditions in the workplace, while providing travel clearances, risk assessments, health surveillance, and fitness for work medicals. Your advice will be relevant and timely, and your recommendations will be in line with medical standards and legislation. You’ll also have opportunities to shadow different teams across the organisation(s) to better understand how to support our colleagues, while working with partners, such as HR, to provide the best possible service. Due to the nature of this role, there is no home working available. However, we offer a range of flexible working options including part- time, compressed hours and job share. You’ll have flexibility in your start and finish times, as long as you’re present on-site for our core hours and willing to work as part of the team to ensure cover. You’ll be employed by MI5, but if you join us in Cheltenham, you’ll be based and work predominantly with people at GCHQ. Occasional UK travel may be required and, if you’re interested, international travel may also be an option depending on business needs. About you You will be a qualified Occupational Health Advisor, registered with NMC Part 1, with good knowledge of occupational health and employment legislation. You’ll have experience managing diverse and complex caseloads, including physical and mental health surveillance, risk assessments, and fitness for work medicals. And you’ll be able to \n make evidence-based decisions and provide effective, practical solutions. You’ll also have an ability to analyse issues and use your strong attention to detail and organisational skills to deliver a prompt and efficient service. With excellent interpersonal skills and clear written and verbal communication, you’ll be able to effectively engage and collaborate with employees, partners and management. Training and development When you start, you’ll get an organisation induction and a buddy to help you settle in. We’re proud to offer an inclusive and supportive working environment, and as an organisation that values and nurtures our colleagues, both professionally and personally, we’re dedicated to helping you fulfil your potential. From a wide range of courses through our internal training academy to the chance to build on your professional qualifications, we’re committed to making the most of your skills. Our support includes funding for job-specific training such as audiology, spirometry, vision screening and HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome), along with clear progression pathways. Rewards and benefits You’ll receive a starting salary of £52,576 (Cheltenham) or £54,752 (London), plus other benefits including: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days’ public and privilege holidays. opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme. a dedicated development budget \n an interest-free season ticket loan an excellent pension scheme a cycle to work scheme facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) paid parental and adoption leave