Business Manager – Finance and Governance Specialist at Army Headquarters ARRC

About the Role

Headquarters Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (HQ ARRC) operates as a flexible NATO command center capable of rapid deployment and diverse operational roles including Joint, Land, and Corps headquarters functions. HQ ARRC is distinguished by its multinational culture, innovative approaches, and a strong reputation for interoperability among High Readiness Force (Land) peers.

This full-time role is based at Imjin Barracks, Innsworth Gloucester, GL3 1 HW, working 37 hours per week on-site.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead financial governance and assurance activities for HQ ARRC and its affiliated Brigades, ensuring adherence to evolving policies and effective operational efficiency.
• Serve as the principal UK financial governance contact within HQ ARRC, responding to UK financial requests and collaborating extensively with stakeholders, including Brigades, UK Finance Officers, and the Resource Team.
• Thoroughly review ARRC business cases for accuracy, completion, and regulatory compliance in partnership with internal teams.
• Oversee all ARRC financial transactions, ensuring they conform to Army policy and budgetary constraints.
• Coordinate and complete assurance and compliance returns, acting as a key liaison for financial returns and allowances.
• Analyze monthly management financial data to identify concerns and provide detailed reports to senior management, focusing on affordability and compliance.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in computer skills with advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical ability to gather and interpret data to support informed decision-making for continuous improvement.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders across the organisation.
• Confidence managing workload priorities while seeking guidance when necessary.
• Keen attention to detail and capacity to process complex information accurately.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within large, geographically dispersed organisations is advantageous.
• Background in finance or experience analyzing financial data is desirable.

Behavioural Expectations

• Adaptability and openness to change and improvement.
• Effective communication and influencing skills.
• Commitment to delivering quality service.
• Ability to make sound, timely decisions.

Benefits and Terms

The annual salary is £37,720, with a £10,927 employer contribution toward the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Army Civil Servants receive 25 days annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to 30 after five years' service.

• Competitive pension arrangements.
• Support for personal and professional skills development.
• Flexible work patterns where feasible to promote work-life balance.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave.
• Six days of special leave annually for volunteering activities.
• Opportunities for learning and attaining professional qualifications or apprenticeships.

The role may include a hybrid work model with a requirement to spend at least 60% of working hours onsite, subject to operational needs. No relocation expenses are provided. A six-month probation applies for external candidates new to Civil Service. Travel expenses for interviews will not be reimbursed.

Other Information

Applicants must undergo security vetting, including a criminal record check and baseline personnel security standards. Eligibility extends to UK nationals, nationals from Ireland, Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, and nationals from specified European countries with settled status.

A smoke-free environment policy applies to all defence workplaces.

The selection process involves behavioral and experience assessments aligned with the Civil Service Success Profiles framework, including a numerical test and sift stages based on documented competencies.

Modifications to pay-related allowances are under review and may impact this role. Childcare voucher schemes will no longer be accessible upon joining from other employers, but alternative government schemes may be available.