The SSRO’s principal aim is to ensure that good value for money is obtained for the UK taxpayer in Ministry of Defence expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that single source suppliers are paid a fair and reasonable price under those contracts. We support the regulatory framework established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014 (DRA), which provides a basis for pricing single source (i.e. non-competitive) defence contracts and requires transparency from defence contractors about their prices. As part of the regime, contractors are required to submit a range of reports, and the SSRO has a data platform (the Defence Contract Analysis and Reporting System (DefCARS)) that captures, stores and facilitates the use of data.

Working at the SSRO

The SSRO values diversity and inclusion and welcomes flexible working arrangements. We currently offer a range of benefits to our employees including, but not limited to:

• 30 days’ leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave each year;
• Opportunities for homeworking, part-time working and compressed hours;
• An oyster card up to zone 6 or a season ticket loan; Cycle to work scheme;
• A focus on development, with a minimum of three training days a year and opportunities for funding qualifications related to the role;
• an employee staff group, which provides feedback to Executive Committee.