About the job

Job summary

You can get more information about the role and working at the TRA by attending the drop-in session which takes place on 6th August from 11am – 12pm . You will have the opportunity to ask any questions, including about the recruitment process from application to interview through to offer. You can join the session at any point throughout the hour by clicking on the link Join the meeting now.

Join our forward-thinking digital team who are leveraging the Microsoft Power Platform to drive innovation and efficiency. Our vision is to enable our teams to make smarter decisions and take ownership of the experience we deliver to all stakeholders. 

The Role: As our Power Platform Developer in our dynamic digital team, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative applications, automations and reporting solutions centred around the Microsoft Power Platform. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and technical experts to understand user needs and business requirements. You will collaborate with outsourced digital suppliers and our IT Services supplier to ensure our products and services work.  

Your focus will be on delivering high-quality solutions that empower our organization to achieve its goals. You may support delivery of digital projects outside of the Power Platform also. 

You will have a crucial role within our Digital Centre of Excellence helping to build capability across TRA and support our citizen developers to innovate.  

We will provide you with opportunities to upskill and develop in the role so if you demonstrate potential we will work with you to obtain any necessary accreditations to become an expert.  

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Develop and maintain PowerApps applications, Power Pages websites/portals and Power Automate flows.
• Implement API connections and custom connectors to integrate with external systems.
• Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and adhere to best practices.
• Collaborate with team members to design user-friendly interfaces and experiences.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users.
• Stay current with the latest updates and features in Power Platform and related technologies. 

Person specification

Essential Attributes: 

• Experience: Some experience with Power Platform or similar technologies is essential.
• Technical Skills: Basic understanding of Microsoft Power Platform tools (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI). Familiarity with data modeling, AI Builder, and Power Virtual Agents is a plus. 
• Learning and Development: A strong desire to learn and upskill in Power Platform technologies. Candidates should be proactive in seeking knowledge and improving their skills.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and solve problems with innovative solutions.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

Desirable Attributes: 

• Certifications: Interest in or progress towards obtaining relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Power Platform accreditations).
• Creativity: A creative mindset with a passion for building intuitive and impactful applications.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to new technologies and changes in project requirements. 

Personal Qualities: 

• Enthusiasm: A genuine interest in technology and enthusiasm for digital transformation.
• Initiative: Self-starter with the initiative to take on challenges and learn independently.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Cultural Fit: Alignment with the TRAs values and behaviours.

Essential Experience

Digital Delivery 

• Experience of working in a digital delivery environment. An understanding of research, design and analysis and building software that meets user need. 

Agile Principles 

• Have had experience in applying Agile principles in practice in order to effectively manage change and deliver value quickly and effectively. 

Stakeholder Engagement  

• Can facilitate difficult discussions within the team or with diverse senior stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.  

Digital Tooling 

• Experience and confidence in the use of digital tools to support delivery.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £34,565, Trade Remedies Authority contributes £9,332 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement.

Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.

Your CV and Personal Statement (of no more than 750 words) should demonstrate how your experience, skills and attributes meet the requirements for the role.  

The interview assessment will consist of a presentation followed by an experience-based interview.

Expected Timeline: 

Advert Closing Date - 18th August 2024.

Sift - 19th August 2024 – 21st August 2024.

Interview -  W/C 2nd September 2024.  Your interview will either be conducted face to face or by video. You will be notified of the location if you are selected for interview.

Offer - W/C 9th September 2024.

Further Information

A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.

Any move to TRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Reasonable Adjustment

If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. 

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: 

Contact Government Recruitment Service via trarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. 

Complete the ‘Assistance required’ section in the ‘Additional requirements’ page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.

If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. 

In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf.

However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.

New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.

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Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

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Working for the Civil Service

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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.