Framework Document between The Scottish Government and Crown Estate Scotland

6. Staff management

Within the arrangements approved by the Scottish Ministers, Crown Estate Scotland Chief Executive shall have responsibility for the recruitment, retention and motivation of its staff. To this end Crown Estate Scotland shall ensure that:

• the recruitment of its staff is based on fair and open competition and equal opportunities;
• HR policies, practices and systems comply with employment and equalities legislation, and standards expected of public sector employers;
• staff are to be appointed on such terms and conditions as Crown Estate Scotland determines;
• the level and structure of its staffing, including grading and staff numbers, are appropriate to its functions and the requirements of economy, efficiency and effectiveness (subject to the Scottish Government Pay Policy for Staff Pay Remits).
• the performance of its staff at all levels is satisfactorily appraised and Crown Estate Scotland’s performance measurement systems are reviewed from time to time.
• its staff are encouraged to acquire the appropriate professional, management and other expertise necessary to achieve Crown Estate Scotland's objectives;
• proper consultation with staff takes place on key issues affecting them;
• effective grievance and disciplinary procedures are in place and ensures that staff know where to access and how to use;
• effective whistle-blowing policy and procedures consistent with the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 are in place and ensures that staff know where to access and how to use; and
• a Staff Code of Conduct is in place and reviewed annually.