At a Glance
- Tasks: Administer climate assessments and develop cultural insights for high-performing teams.
- Company: Join the Royal Navy's Culture Insights Team, enhancing team dynamics.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, professional development, and opportunities for travel.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for networking and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on leadership culture within the Royal Navy.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of culture, behaviour, and leadership; excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Culture Insights Team, which sits within the RN Leadership and Culture Cell, is charged with assisting units in the development of high performing teams in pursuit of the RN’s warfighting edge.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the Climate Assessments administration and liaise with Commanding Officers.
- Assist in the delivery of Climate Assessment visit briefs across the Royal Navy.
- Liaise with the MOD Centre and other single service Climate Assessment teams to ensure coherency across defence.
- Provide advice and support the development of Climate Assessment policy as directed by SO1 CIT.
- Support Navy Leadership and Culture with additional projects as required.
- Act as a delivery member of the Climate Assessment and Culture Insight Visit teams.
- Represent the CIT at relevant conferences and networking events.
- Maintain D&I currency and other professional development.
Local Considerations:
- Hybrid working environment and working from alternative sites (e.g. PLYMOUTH STONEHOUSE BARRACKS) can be accommodated.
- Incumbent will be required to support Culture Insight visits of 2-3 days duration, requiring overnight stays. The majority are in the UK, but overseas travel may also be required.
Professional Attributes:
- Credibility & Professional: Strong understanding of culture, behaviour, and leadership; operationally credible (understands real RN environment); consistently delivers high-quality work.
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Reads people and group dynamics well; adapts approach to rank and audience; listens actively and manages resistance calmly.
- Courage & Moral Backbone: Willing to challenge inappropriate behaviours; speaks truth to power (both up and down the chain); maintains standards even when unpopular.
- Influence & Communication Skills: Translates culture into practical, actionable terms; engaging facilitator (not just a presenter); communicates clearly without jargon.
- Team Orientation & Humility: Supports and develops others in the team; shares credit and takes feedback well; maintains a positive, professional attitude.
- Adaptability: Adjusts delivery based on audience reaction; comfortable working in ambiguity.
- Resilience: Handles scepticism and resistance well; maintains effort and energy over time.
- Authenticity: Genuine and relatable delivery; builds trust through honesty and consistency.
Climate Assessment Jr in Portsmouth employer: Serve
As a member of the Culture Insights Team within the Royal Navy, you will be part of an organisation that values high performance and cultural development. With a hybrid working environment and opportunities for professional growth, including participation in conferences and networking events, the Royal Navy offers a unique chance to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work culture. The role not only allows for personal development but also provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on team dynamics and leadership within the defence sector.
