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A rich and varied working life. Career-defining projects. Exceptional training and development opportunities – and a sector-leading benefits package.
Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Pay Reward
- For all new employees joining GCO, you will join on our specialist GCO terms and conditions. The salary range is significantly higher than the Civil Service equivalent. The GCO pay bands span from £74,340 to £228,000.
- Alternatively, those joining us from across government can choose to retain their existing Civil Service pension and move onto our Civil Service equivalent bands, which range from £62,988 to £208,100.
- Each year, we conduct an Annual Pay Award process to assess and implement changes to pay bands, including potential increases to consolidated base salaries and non-consolidated payments. While adjustments can be made, please note that they are not guaranteed.
- Concord pension scheme.,You will contribute 5% of your pensionable pay, with an additional 3% contribution from GCO. This means a total of 8% is being invested towards your retirement.
- Performance-Related Pay (PRP). Eligible CL and ACS staff can earn up to 15% of their base salary in PRP annually, with CS and SCS staff qualifying for up to 20%. This benefit is exclusive to those on GCO terms. Eligibility Criteria are subject to annual review and may change. Currently, eligibility depends on your ADC outcome, GCO start date, compliance with performance management processes, and achievements against individual and organisational targets.
Progressive Talent Management
- Professional development is a priority we take seriously.  You’ll receive support from Executive Coaches, with L&D options including Executive and Career Coaching programmes, Talent Conversations, coaching skills training and access to the GCF Mentoring Programme platform.
- Talent pools are available where you’ll have the opportunity to move into different roles across anywhere in government, expanding on your experience and taking your career to the next level.
- You’ll join a community of like-minded individuals with a broad range of government experience, providing vast networking and peer learning opportunities through national senior speaker events and more.
- You will become an accredited commercial specialist through our Assessment and Development Centre (ADC). This is a qualification that will showcase your capability as a government professional, possessing the right leadership and technical skills. You will receive expert insight on your strengths and areas of development to further your career. Further information on ADC can be found here:
Inclusion & Diversity
- We have a variety of diversity and inclusion groups and networks available including Carers Network, Disability Action Group, Faith and Belief Forum, Gender Equality Group, LGBT+ network, Menopause Network, Cabinet Office Race Equality (CORE) Network and AGE Network, to name a few.
- GCO utilises occupational health services including workplace needs assessments, which provides advice on workplace adjustments to support employees with long term health conditions or disability. Ensuring everyone feels safe and can bring their authentic selves to work.
- The Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) allows you to ask for reasonable adjustments ensuring that everyone feels fully supported through every stage of the application and selection process.
- We are committed to operating three guaranteed interview schemes (GIS) within our recruitment processes across all grades; which includes Disability Confident Scheme (DCS), Great Place to Work for Veterans (GPtW for Veterans) and Redeployments Interview Scheme (RIS).
Work Life Balance
- As part of our terms, you are entitled to 25 days of annual leave, in addition to 8 public holidays and one privilege leave day for the King’s Official Birthday (all on a pro-rata basis for part-time employees). Furthermore, you may have the option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave, allowing for further flexibility in planning your time off.
- We recognise that our employees have priorities beyond work. To support your unique needs, you can request a range of working patterns to honour this, including part-time, compressed hours, job sharing, part-year, annualised hours and flexible working-time, which allows you to work your contractual hours more flexibly.
- We promote a hybrid working model, requiring 60% office attendance monthly. This arrangement allows you to balance your work commitments with personal priorities.
- GCO also recognises that sometimes, personal circumstances may require additional time off. In such cases, you may take leave beyond your annual entitlement for various reasons including public duties, volunteering, Disability Leave, Carer’s Leave or time off to deal with domestic emergencies.
Employee Benefits Portal
- You will have access to Reward Gateway, our comprehensive benefits hub, where you can select from a variety of benefits that best suit your lifestyle. The platform offers significant discounts on popular brands, including Currys, Argos, and M&S.
- Through MyGymDiscounts, you can access discounts at leading gym and leisure chains such as Nuffield Health, David Lloyd, PureGym, and The Gym Group, as well as independent clubs offering activities like HIIT, CrossFit, and yoga.
- Take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, which allows you to save up to 47% on tax and national insurance when purchasing a bike and cycling accessories. You can spread the cost through monthly payments deducted from your salary before tax, making it an economical choice for commuting.
- Through Unum Dental, we offer a reimbursement policy that allows you to claim back expenses for dental treatment, up to a specified limit, at the dentist of your choice. This starts at just £8.25 per month, providing you with peace of mind regarding your dental health.
Health & Wellbeing
- We encourage a workplace that actively promotes health and wellbeing. For further details on our Occupational Sick Pay Policy, please do not hesitate to reach out for more information.
- Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is designed to support you through various challenges, whether they arise in your professional or personal life. The EAP includes a helpline: Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing immediate support and advice. Counselling and Therapy Services: Professional guidance to help navigate difficult situations and enhance your mental wellbeing.
- You can claim for an eye test once every 12 months, up to a maximum cost of £30, and another test within a 12-month period if the Optician states that another is required. You can claim £50 towards glasses or contact lenses where the Optician states they are required for daily working.
- You can claim reimbursement for a flu jab, up to a maximum of £20, helping you take preventive measures to stay healthy.
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