Government Debt Management Function Senior Debt Policy and Practice Adviser

If youre interested in making a difference to peoples lives, the Treasury can offer you an exciting opportunity to influence decision making that affects the whole of the UK. Working at the heart of government, we collaborate across government to promote responsible public spending and drive strong and sustainable economic growth.

Our work ranges from protecting customers through the regulation of the financial sector, helping to reduce carbon emissions and creating a greener economy, to promoting British trade around the world and supporting people across the country on jobs, growth and more.

We are part of the Darlington Economic Campus, a cross-government hub bringing people together to tackle key national issues while working closer to the communities we serve.

Are you prepared to take a key position at HM Treasury in London, UK? As a Senior Debt Policy and Practice Advisor, you will play a central role in crafting policies that guarantee efficient, fair, and effective debt management throughout the government. This opportunity allows you to influence practices across government, develop positive relationships, and lead initiatives that safeguard public finances while promoting fair results for individuals and businesses.

Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Debt Policy and Practice Advisor, you will:

• Progress the functions work in preventing avoidable debt by embedding risk identification and prevention into new policy builds. This includes developing training campaigns for civil servants and crafting flexible payment systems.
• Collaborate with the Professions team to maintain effective communication channels and provide regular updates to collaborators. Your role will involve developing timely and accurate content aligned with GDMF priorities, promoting collaboration, and reinforcing standards.
• Lead discrete projects supporting the implementation of the 2026-30 Government Debt Strategy. You will adapt approaches to accommodate different debt types and departmental needs.
• Build and maintain positive relationships across teams, government departments, and external collaborators, ensuring alignment with government strategic priorities.
• Maintain an up-to-date repository of debt-related policies and provide expert advice to departments, ALBs, and Ministers as needed.
• Manage press and public enquiries in collaboration with the HMT Press Office to ensure accurate and timely responses.
• Foster an inclusive and effective team environment by being adaptable in your responsibilities and supporting the wellbeing of all team members.

Requirements

To excel in this role, you must have:

• Demonstrated experience in policy formulation and collaboration across government sectors
• Strong collaborator management and problem-solving skills
• The ability to clearly communicate your ideas both in writing and in person
• A drive to successfully implement your ideas and overcome challenges
• Understanding of debt management methods and their effects on individuals and businesses

About you

You are an exceptionally skilled professional with a proven track record in policy development and debt management. Your strong communication skills and ability to build collaborative relationships will help you drive forward ambitious projects. You possess the determination to tackle challenges head-on and implement flawless solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in crafting effective debt management practices and ensuring fair outcomes for all.

Please note, specific responsibilities may change in line with the needs of the role and function.

Candidate Drop-In Session

The hiring manager will be running a candidate drop-in session for this role on Tuesday 4th August at 11:00 to 11:45 and Wednesday 12th August at 15:00 to 15:45, to give you greater insight about the role as well as the chance to learn more about HM Treasury and ask any questions you may have. If you would like to join us, then use the appropriate link below to join the call at the right time.

4th August Link = Candidate Drop In Session , Meeting-Join , Microsoft Teams

12th August Link = Candidate Drop In Session , Meeting-Join , Microsoft Teams

If you would like to speak to the hiring manager informally prior to the closing date for applications to find out more about the job, please contact[email protected]

Application Stage

Applications should consist of a CV including your employment history, and a 250-word statement demonstrating evidence of each of the below shortlisting criteria. Your CV and employment history wont be scored. Its used to give context to your application and support discussions at interview.

The panel will review applications and invite those that best demonstrate evidence of the shortlisting criteria below for interview. Please keep this in mind when writing your application.

Please note that only applications submitted through Civil Service Jobs will be accepted.

Behaviours:

We are looking for the below skills, experience and behaviours and we will ask you to demonstrate these in your application form. Please review the Candidate FAQ document that is attached to the advert for guidance on how to complete your application form.

1. Behaviour = Working together: The ability to build relationships across departments and with delivery partners to align approaches and implement projects consistently.

2. Behaviour = Changing and improving: The ability seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvements in the management of debt owed to government.

3. Experience: Evidence of drafting compelling narratives, general communications, policy or guidance across a wide variety of stakeholders

The lead criterion is: Working together.

If we receive large volumes of applications, we will conduct an initial sift on the lead criterion only.

At interview stage, you will be assessed on the below criteria:

Experience

Strengths

Behaviours:

- Working Together

- Changing and Improving