Be the eyes and the ears of London’s diverse community.
As one of the world’s busiest cities, there is no place on earth quite like London. Home to millions of people, London is a place with unlimited possibilities, and within the Mayor’s Office, we are committed to turning those possibilities into a reality. Protecting and supporting the residential, commercial, tourist and employment opportunities on offer to our communities – plus so much more – we ensure that Londoner’s voices are being heard, and that their opinions continue to shape the future of their city. It’s a responsibility that we take very seriously at Greater London Authority – and now you can be a crucial part of our exciting mission.
Joining the Mayor’s Office as a Research Officer, you will take a key role in reaching out to and communicating with Londoners, monitoring social media channels and supporting the responses we make in relation to any issues affecting GLA and the Mayoral Office. Working with the digital communications team, you will coordinate responses, getting relevant information and comments signed off and distributed. This role also incorporates the evolving challenge of conducting research on all manner of topics relating to life in London, and producing a broad spectrum of communication material such as online content, editorials, statements and so forth.
To excel in this multi-layered role, your understanding of London government will be matched by your fantastic writing skills. With experience of working in a high-pressured environment, you will have the confidence to deal with sensitive information and senior stakeholders. Most importantly, you will have an extensive grasp of social media (including emerging trends), with a solid knowledge of how to use these channels to the best advantage. You will also have fantastic IT and communication skills, with the ability to develop a rapport with a diverse group of people. Able to manage your own priorities and juggle a multitude of projects, you will be an essential part of this fast-paced team.
We’re passionate about the work that we do, and we’re committed to talking to London’s communities openly, understanding what their priorities and concerns are. So if you’re ready to take on an opportunity that is both career-defining and life-enhancing, then get in touch today.
For more information please read the Job Description and Person Specification
This job is ‘politically restricted’ under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989
London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan, childcare voucher scheme and a career average pension scheme.
If you have a question about the role or the recruitment process, please contact a member of the recruitment team via email on glajobs@london.gov.uk quoting reference MRO1.
Application closing date: Sunday 09 July 2017 at 23:59 GMT
Interviews will take place at: City Hall on date to be confirmed