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Independent Assurance Reviewer
Do you have the credibility and judgement to provide independent, strategic oversight of a high‑profile public review?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is seeking to appoint an Independent Assurance Reviewer on a Direct Ministerial Appointment (DMA) basis.
The Reviewer will lead an Independent Assurance Review to evaluate the thoroughness and effectiveness of the efforts made by DWP to gather and review evidence related to DWP prosecutions of Post Office staff during the period 1996–2012.
Job description
DWP is responsible for delivering benefit payments, and prior to 2006 benefits were paid through orderbooks and giro cheques via the Post Office.
Where benefits were identified as having been potentially accessed fraudulently, DWP investigated and took forward prosecutions of some Post Office staff, including sub-postmasters/sub-postmistresses, for offences such as benefit fraud and theft.
In light of what has been identified with the Horizon system that was in operation at the Post Office between 1996-2012, DWP has been reviewing remaining information in relation to these prosecutions to assess the role of the Horizon system.
Although many DWP historic records have been destroyed in line with GDPR due to their age, the Department has conducted extensive archival searches and reviewed the documents that were available.
To date, the information available indicates that DWP cases differed materially, specifically that they did not rely on Horizon evidence to prove the case. However, the Department wishes to further assure itself and is therefore seeking an independent expert to examine the Department’s approach and review any further materials that may be provided by individuals or organisations.
The appointed Independent Assurance Reviewer will:
A dedicated secretariat is already in place and will support the Reviewer in their task, including by providing the Reviewer access to all relevant materials and information necessary for the review.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
Desirable Criteria
Candidates must not have:
Selection process details
To apply for this post, you will need to complete the online no later than 13th April 2026 @ 10:00am. For full details about this role and to apply, click the Apply button now.
Your application will include:
Q. Describe how your experience of assessing factual evidence objectively and critically places you well to design and deliver an impartial review.
Your statement should provide specific examples from your professional experience that evidence your expertise, judgement, integrity, and ability to lead an impartial review.
Longlisting: Depending on the volume of applications received, a longlisting process may be conducted.
Shortlisting: If shortlisted and before being appointed to the role you may be invited to a face to face interview with a DWP Minister in London.
You will undergo due diligence checks, including social media screening, and may be asked to provide further evidence in support of their application.
Click apply now, for more information and to start an application via Civil Service Jobs.