Deputy Chief of Staff

Location Location:London Type Type:PERMANENT The DCC is all about making the complex simple. Nowhere is that more true than our Corporate Affairs and Communications team, who share the story of our purpose and work in the most engaging way possible.

Together we're building a greener tomorrow

Connecting every home and business to a single, secure smart meter network is a huge undertaking. So you can imagine the scale – and variety – and opportunities for the people who'll help us do it.

Deputy Chief of Staff

London or Manchester

Competitive Salary plus benefits

Smart DCC are looking to add to their CEO office with a Deputy Chief of Staff. Your work will impact the very heart of the organisation and play a crucial role in supporting decision-making effectiveness of the CEO, the DCC Chair, Executive Committee (ExCo) and Board.

This would really suit an engaging character with fantastic interpersonal skills, a flair for influencing stakeholders and not only identifying but offering solutions to risks before they arise.

Working in a fast-paced environment and juggling a plethora of responsibilities, your work here will support overall strategic decision making at ExCo level.

This role offers great exposure to the Executive Committee and Board and your work will be helping protect consumers and make better use of cleaner, greener energy to power UK homes as part of DCC’s net-zero ambitions.

What will you be doing?

• Management of the Executive Committee, the DCC Board and the Shareholder.
• Plan the forward agenda. Understanding the business, key inflection points, risks, and key business deliverables, enabling the Executive, Board and Shareholder to have the right conversation at the right time.
• Commission papers, review advice and briefing, clarify issues, and request additional information as necessary. Assist framing of ideas / papers so key asks and requirements are understood
• Co-ordinate preparation and production of papers, and that these are outstanding in quality
• Conduct quality assurance and review meeting material and ensuring timely dissemination to participants. This work will require close engagement with all parts of the business, lateral thinking and joining the dots.
• Working with the Chief of Staff to improve DCC governance at Board, ExCo and business unit levels.
  

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience gained in a management consultancy
• Previous experience of the energy industry (ideal).
• Previous experience of working in a business management or secretariat function.
• Previous experience working in central government

About the DCC:

At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.

Company benefits:

The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy, sand rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact marc.humphrey@capita.com or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress.

Join the DCC and discover the power of you.

What to do now

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. If you have any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact marc.humphrey@capita.com.

Capita Opportunity Statement

The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. We’re always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. You’ll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

Smart together

Our values and behaviours

Make a difference

We believe in our purpose. Together, we work as one team, always looking for ways to improve and support DCC’s role in a low-carbon future.

Act with integrity

We treat everyone with kindness, consideration and respect. We keep our promises to our customers. And if something doesn’t feel right, we speak up.

Be accountable

You can depend on our word. We’re clear about our roles and we take the initiative, while respecting the processes we have in place.

Get perks that work

Personal Development

Our training and development opportunities help you be your best self – from regular 1-2-1s all the way up to professional qualifications.

Group income protection

Provides a continuous income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury for more than 26 weeks.

Pension Plans

Our Capita Choice partners will match the salary contributions you make to your pension up to 5%, depending on your plan and time with us.

Flexible Holidays

Need more time off? Increase your standard 25 days of leave by buying extra to rest, spend time with family or satisfy your wanderlust.

Cycle to Work Scheme

We’re big on keeping things green. If you want to cycle to work, we'll loan you the gear through salary sacrifice to make it tax-efficient.

Flexible working

As we all transition to a new normal, we can help you find the hybrid working pattern that suits you and your team best.