The Policy Team is responsible for the development of policy for public service pension schemes in Scotland ensuring that schemes are robust, fair, affordable, and sustainable. The team are engaged in developing the regulations for each of these schemes and for determining appeals made by members under the schemes’ Internal Dispute Resolution Procedure (IDRP).
As a Policy Manager you will work within a friendly and supportive team. You will lead on policy development for one of the public service pension schemes for which the team has responsibility. The post reports directly to the C1 Pension Policy Lead and has line management responsibility for a B1 Policy Officer.
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If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an in-person interview and presentation at the SPPA office in Tweedbank.
Sifting will commence from w/c 3 August 2026
Assessments are scheduled for w/c 17 August 2026 however this may be subject to change.
Recruitment Principles
As a government organisation, we adhere to the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles and we investigate any complaints received in relation to recruitment cases.
At the SPPA, we are committed to The Fair Work Framework
This means offering:
At the SPPA we want our workforce to be representative of Scottish society and we strive to be a workplace where people are welcomed and valued for the contribution they make.
We support flexible working and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, including those starting their careers, changing careers, or returning to work.
We are committed to removing any barriers to applying for our jobs and aim to offer support and make reasonable adjustments to allow full participation in the recruitment process.
Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service observing the Civil Service Code and working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer
As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules
You can also find out more about careers at the SPPA here - SPPA Careers | SPPA (pensions.gov.scot)
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week. We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options, with two days minimum working on site at SPPA. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.
Security Checks
Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks – Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).
You can find out more about BPSS on the UK Government website, or read about the different levels of security checks in our Candidate Guide
Sponsorship
Skilled Worker sponsorship is not available for this role. As a result, we are unable to appoint candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must have an existing and ongoing right to work in the UK.
Equality Statement
We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
Further Information
Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website
Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.
We will hold a reserve list for this post for 12 months.
Apply Before: 2 August 2026 (23:59) - This role is open to internal candidates and Common Citizenship organisations only.
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