Group Commander Assurance

Job Introduction Group Commander – Assurance As a Group Commander, you’ll lead our Assurance team. Your main tasks will include: Leading and coordinating Organisational Learning. This includes the Strategic Gap Analysis (SGA), planning and embedding of National Operational Guidance (NOG), Fire Standards implementation and HMICFRS inspection. Overseeing the development and review of Policies and Guidance Developing assurance processes including deep dives and reality testing service wide. Overseeing Fire Standards implementation. Providing the assurance framework on Incident Monitoring / Organisational learning. Working with stakeholders to drive improvement. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Assurance team. Ensure compliance with national fire standards, the strategic gap analysis, and National Operational Guidance. Provide advice and challenge on fire standards and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to promote best practices. Assure service improvement through established processes. About You: We’re looking for someone with: Proven experience in an assurance role is advantageous Knowledge of operational policies and procedures. Excellent Leadership and management skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills. Commitment to continuous improvement. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. How to Apply: Submit an expression of interest (max 500 words) detailing your experience and motivation by 23:59 on Wednesday 1 st July 2026 to Area Commander Aaron Spencer aaron.spencer@surreycc.gov.uk