We have an exciting opportunity for a Benefits Manager to join our clients offices based in Atherstone on a temporary contract basis for 6 months with the possibility of an extension.

As the Benefits Manager, your main duties will include:

Be committed to the Council's Vision and carry out work within the spirit and intention of its core values.
An understanding and awareness of the concept of "Making Every Contact Count" (MECC), attending training where necessary.
To be responsible for the production of the Benefit Section service business plans, and to assist with the production of the Finance and Procurement service and business plans.
To be responsible for delivering and reviewing service standards, quality and performance targets for the service in accordance with the Council's Statement of Purpose and Principles.
To manage, develop, monitor and appraise those officers for whom you have direct responsibility and to ensure that all employees within the Benefits Section are treated likewise.
To foster a creative and open environment within the Benefits service where employees feel supported, involved and consulted.
To represent the Unit and/or Benefits Section (as appropriate) at meetings and in other fora, creating and maintaining links with relevant outside organisations and presenting a positive external image of both Councils

To be successful for this Benefits Manager post you will need to have:

Previous experience of working at senior management level in a busy Benefits Service with proven experience of being a key player in a programme of cultural change.
Experience in the leadership of a multi-disciplinary team demonstrating excellent communication, management and Interpersonal skills.
A strong track record in performance management and the
Meeting of targets.
Proven track record in management experience, incorporating successful management of people and resources in a climate of legislative and organisational change.
Experience of producing reports on complex issues and responding quickly to new initiatives within tight deadlines.
Experience on producing Returns, (Subsidy, DHP)
Current Civica OpenRevs Experience

Start Date-

14/10/2019

Working Hours-

37 Hours per week

Monday - Friday

Pay Rate-

£19.67 p/h

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