Job Description

Business Case Lead

Job Purpose

NTS require a Business Case Lead/Writer to join our team.

To support the Senior Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement & Supply Chain and contribute to the success of NTS by ensuring that programme/project business case requirements are delivered in a compliant and timely manner.

The role holder will work directly to the NTS Senior Procurement Manager for Special Projects, while working closely with the Senior Programme Managers for the relevant programmes on a day-to-day basis. The role holder will support and provide guidance to project teams on the requirements and development of Business Cases (SOC, OBC & FBC) , using organisational templates and the HM Treasury 5 case model, and will set expectations for the underpinning documents and evidence to be developed by the programme, upon which the business cases will be prepared.

The role holder is responsible for ensuring that the appropriate documentation, review and assurance has been undertaken, for example in respect of the costings, schedule, benefits, capability and management planning are in place to support development of the business cases together with meeting audit and organisational requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

Key areas

• Lead the planning, development, drafting and oversight of business cases required for the delivery of the NTS special projects work;
• Prepared to challenge expert input and is responsible for ensuring that all assigned business cases comply with Nuclear Decommissioning Authority/Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and HM Treasury requirements;
• Support and provide guidance to project teams on the requirements and development of Business Cases, using organisational templates and the HM Treasury 5 case model.

Lead on the development of Integrated Assurance and Approval Plan (IAAP) for the business Cases.

Dimensions

• Budget: Nil
• Employee base of circa 700 based regionally
• Team of 1 employee

Internal and External Relationships

• NTS Executive – as required by Head of Procurement & Supply Chain & Senior Procurement Manager (Special Projects)
• NTS Senior Management (particularly functional peers)
• NDA Procurement & Supply Chain Team
• Other NDA Group companies
• Stakeholders, Customers and Suppliers

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed

Qualifications:

• Member of a recognised professional institute or body
• Degree in Business/Economics/Law or equivalent experience

Experience

• Greater than five years’ experience in leading the preparation of programme and project business cases within a government or similar environment.
• Experience of operating at business case management levels as part of a significant programmes of work and in agile environments.
• Working in a highly regulated and industrial sector.
• Experience of delivering proposals and cases to Programme and Project Board levels.
• Working under pressure, managing multiple projects to tight deadlines.

Knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills are required as the post holder will be expected to produce concise and persuasive verbal and written briefing as well as engaging with individuals at all levels internally and externally with credibility.
• Proven ability to translate senior direction and strategy into clear, actionable plans whilst providing analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Leadership, team working. influencing and motivational skills required, together with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Detailed understanding of the governance framework a public procurement function operates under e.g. Government Commercial Operating Standards, Public Procurement Notes etc.

Skills and Attributes

• A pragmatic, problem-solving approach, in particular the ability to identify the key issues and distinguish the essential from the ‘nice to have’.
• Embodies drive, enthusiasm, and personal integrity
• Prove track record of making decisions within set guidelines
• Ability to represent NTS at the most senior levels in a professional manner
• Exemplary written and oral skills
• Ability to assess, prioritise and manage multiple competing priorities

Embody the following guiding culture principles:

o             Freedom – will create an environment where our people have the freedom to perform;

o             Helpfulness – will work together to help each other and our customers;

o             Drive – be confident, curious, and innovative.

What are the benefits of working at NTS?

We encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

We are proud of the commitment we make to diversity and inclusion and of the progress we have made. We have active & vibrant staff networks, special leave policies and workplace adjustments put in place for those who need them. We are continuing to build a diverse organisation, in an inclusive environment which nurtures and realises potential in all, at all levels.

Diversity and inclusion is our top priority, and we embrace uniqueness. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a welcoming and inclusive workplace where our people are able to bring their whole selves to work.

All applicants from the NDA Group of companies may be eligible for protection of certain elements of their T&Cs when voluntarily taking up employment with another NDA Group Company.  If successful in your application, your existing Group Employer’s HR team will collaborate with the new Group Employer’s HR team to ensure that the appropriate protections are implemented into your contract offer.  For further details, please contact a member of your current HR team

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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