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Operations Manager - Manchester Magistrates' Court

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Manchester

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a senior operations or management role, preferably within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of leading teams through change.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to maintain relationships at all levels.
  • Experience in budget management and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for the strategic oversight of Crown Courts, supporting your Cluster Manager to meet operational needs and deliver cluster performance objectives.
  • You will be at the forefront of organisational change, making a real difference in how service is delivered, working in a supportive environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Leading a team of Delivery Manager’s to provide a consistent and customer-focused service, you’ll drive a collaborative culture across the cluster, ensure effective deployment of resources and manage an allocated budget to control delegated expenditure, ensuring efficiencies are made.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Operations Manager position?

The salary range for the Operations Manager position is £41,463 - £45,276.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this position is a permanent role.

What type of work pattern is expected for this role?

The expected work pattern for this role is full-time.

Where is the location of the job?

The position is based at Manchester Magistrates' Court, M60 1PR.

What are the working hours for this position?

Standard full-time working hours are 37 hours per week.

Are there any flexible working options available?

Yes, HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible, and job-sharing working patterns that meet the demands of the role and business needs.

What are the key responsibilities of the Operations Manager?

The Operations Manager is responsible for day-to-day operations, strategic oversight of Crown Courts, managing a team of Delivery Managers, and ensuring efficient resource allocation and budget management.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Applicants should have proven experience in a senior operations or management role, strong leadership skills, excellent communication and influencing skills, and experience in budget management and resource allocation.

Will successful candidates need to complete a security check?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a Civil Service pension, access to learning and development, flexible working options, annual leave, public holidays, and a working culture that encourages inclusion and diversity.

Is there a travel requirement for this position?

Yes, occasional travel to other courts will be required, and regular travel to all Crown Courts within the cluster is expected.

How does the recruitment process assess candidates?

The recruitment process uses Success Profiles to assess candidates against their Behaviours, Strengths, and Experience.

We're responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

This is the official LinkedIn page for the HM Courts & Tribunals Service. We are responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales. We are also responsible for non-devolved tribunals in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We work with an independent judiciary to provide a fair, efficient and effective justice system. We employ around 17,000 staff and operate from locations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Through the courts and tribunals we give people and businesses access to justice, including: - victims and witnesses of crime - defendants accused of crimes - consumers in debt or with other disputes - people involved in the adoption or protection of children - businesses involved in commercial disputes - individuals asserting their employment rights or challenging the decisions of government bodies - people affected by relationship breakdown We follow the Ministry of Justice’s strategic vision for reform, to create a more effective, less costly and more responsive justice system for the public. We’re responsible for: - providing the supporting administration for a fair, efficient and accessible courts and tribunal system - supporting an independent judiciary in the administration of justice - driving improvements across all aspects of the administration of the courts and tribunals - collaborating effectively with other justice organisations and agencies, including the legal professions, to improve access to justice - working with government departments and agencies to improve the quality and timeliness of their decision- making, which will reduce the number of cases coming before courts and tribunals All our commercial contract opportunities over £10,000 can be found on the GOV.UK Contract Finder service: https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder For more information on how we use social media, visit: https://bit.ly/2TDvAUV

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